POST UTME IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY 2024 English | Objective

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Question 1
The sentence 'The new policy has been _______ since its introduction last year.' is an example of a sentence with a _______ verb.
A. been implemented, passive
B. been implemented, active
C. been introduced, passive
D. been introduced, active
Question 2
The word 'rapidly' is an example of a(n) _______ adjective.
A. Comparative
B. Superlative
C. Adverbial
D. Adjectival
Question 3
The following sentence contains a pronoun reference error. Identify the error and explain how to correct it.
A. The pronoun 'it' is ambiguous, and the sentence should be rephrased to clarify the reference.
B. The pronoun 'they' is incorrect, and the sentence should use 'them' instead.
C. The pronoun 'he' is incorrect, and the sentence should use 'him' instead.
D. The sentence is grammatically correct, and there is no error.
Question 4
The athlete's ______________ (3) was to complete the marathon within the time limit.
A. objective
B. goal
C. target
D. deadline
Question 5
The passage below contains a sentence with a missing word. Identify the correct word to complete the sentence: 'The new policy, which is expected to be implemented next month, will _______ the majority of the employees.'
A. affect
B. impact
C. influence
D. effect
Question 6
The lawyer's argument was based on a technicality, which the judge deemed to be a "red herring" in the case.
A. A misleading or irrelevant issue introduced in a case to distract from the main issue.
B. A legal principle that is not widely accepted.
C. A type of evidence that is not admissible in court.
D. A lawyer's argument that is based on a technicality.
Question 7
The following idiomatic expression is used in the passage: 'to be on the same page.' What does it mean?
A. To have a common goal or objective.
B. To be in agreement or harmony.
C. To be in a state of conflict or disagreement.
D. To be in a state of uncertainty or confusion.
Question 8
The passage below has been modified. Identify the grammatical error and explain its effect on the meaning of the sentence.
A. The sentence is in the passive voice, which makes it sound less formal.
B. The sentence is in the active voice, which makes it sound more formal.
C. The sentence is a fragment, which makes it unclear.
D. The sentence is a run-on, which makes it confusing.
Question 9
The sentence 'The manager _______ the employees to work overtime.' is an example of a sentence with a _______ verb.
A. ordered, transitive
B. asked, intransitive
C. told, active
D. instructed, passive
Question 10
The following passage has been modified to include a cloze. Identify the word that has been removed and choose the correct replacement.
A. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
B. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
C. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
D. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
Question 11
The doctor's "bedside manner" was excellent, and the patient felt at ease.
A. The doctor's ability to communicate effectively with patients.
B. The doctor's skill in performing medical procedures.
C. The doctor's knowledge of medical terminology.
D. The doctor's experience in treating patients.
Question 12
The phrase 'kick the bucket' is an example of _______ because _______.
A. idiom
B. metaphor
C. simile
D. hyperbole
Question 13
The following sentence requires a fill-in-the-blank. Identify the correct word to fill in the blank.
A. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
B. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
C. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
D. The manager was pleased with the team's performance, and they were rewarded with a
Question 14
The passage below contains a sentence with a missing verb. Identify the correct verb to complete the sentence: 'The new employee, who is very skilled, has _______ a lot of experience in the field.'
A. gained
B. obtained
C. acquired
D. possessed
Question 15
The sentence 'The manager _______ the team to work harder.' is an example of a sentence with a _______ verb.
A. told, transitive
B. told, intransitive
C. asked, transitive
D. asked, intransitive

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