POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2023 English | Objective

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Question 1
The passage below has been modified to create a nuanced effect. Identify the register used in the underlined portion.
A. Formal
B. Informal
C. Neutral
D. Elevated
Question 2
The sentence 'The manager asked the employee to _______ the report by 5 pm.' is an example of a _______ sentence.
A. submit, and it is an imperative sentence.
B. submit, and it is a declarative sentence.
C. submit, and it is an interrogative sentence.
D. submit, and it is an exclamatory sentence.
Question 3
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the correct correction.
A. The manager gave the employee a raise, which was well-deserved.
B. The manager gave the employee a raise, which was not well-deserved.
C. The manager gave the employee a raise, that was well-deserved.
D. The manager gave the employee a raise, that was not well-deserved.
Question 4
The following passage contains a number of synonyms and antonyms. Choose the correct word to complete each sentence.
A. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
B. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
C. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
D. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
Question 5
The following passage contains a number of comprehension questions. Choose the correct answer to each question.
A. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
B. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
C. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
D. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
Question 6
The following passage contains a number of idiomatic expressions. Choose the correct idiom to complete each sentence.
A. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
B. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
C. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
D. The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
Question 7
In the sentence 'The manager, along with his team, will be attending the meeting.', the phrase 'along with his team' is an example of a prepositional phrase. What is the function of the prepositional phrase in this sentence?
A. To indicate the location of the meeting
B. To specify the time of the meeting
C. To introduce the team as a separate entity
D. To add emphasis to the manager's role
Question 8
The sentence 'The new policy will take effect next month.' is an example of a declarative sentence. What is the primary function of declarative sentences?
A. To ask a question
B. To make a statement or declaration
C. To give an order or command
D. To express a feeling or emotion
Question 9
The word 'allude' is often confused with the word 'refer'. Which of the following sentences is an example of the correct usage of the word 'allude'?
A. The novel alludes to the historical event.
B. The novel refers to the historical event.
C. The novel alludes to the historical event, and it is a metaphor.
D. The novel refers to the historical event, and it is a simile.
Question 10
The following passage contains a sentence with a missing word. Identify the correct word to fill in the blank.
A. a
B. an
C. the
D. no article
Question 11
The phrase 'kick the bucket' is an example of an idiom. What is the primary meaning of this idiom?
A. To die or pass away
B. To give up or quit
C. To start or begin
D. To succeed or achieve
Question 12
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented, and _______ has been the result.' is an example of a _______ sentence.
A. The economy has suffered, and it is a declarative sentence.
B. The economy has suffered, and it is an interrogative sentence.
C. The economy has suffered, and it is an imperative sentence.
D. The economy has suffered, and it is an exclamatory sentence.
Question 13
The word 'disinterested' is often confused with the word 'uninterested'. Which of the following sentences is an example of the correct usage of the word 'disinterested'?
A. The judge was disinterested in the case.
B. The judge was uninterested in the case.
C. The judge was disinterested in the outcome of the case.
D. The judge was uninterested in the outcome of the case.
Question 14
The passage below is an example of a formal register in writing. What is the primary characteristic of formal writing?
A. The use of contractions
B. The use of slang and colloquialisms
C. The use of technical jargon and specialized vocabulary
D. The use of humor and irony
Question 15
In the following sentence, identify the correct interpretation of the underlined phrase.
A. The company is planning to expand its operations into new markets.
B. The company is experiencing financial difficulties and is considering downsizing.
C. The company is undergoing a major restructuring process.
D. The company is facing increased competition from rival firms.

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