POST UTME RSU 2020 English | Objective

Are you preparing for POST UTME RSU exams? Reviewing past questions is one of the most effective ways to guarantee a high score. This practice hub features authentic 2020 English (Objective) questions designed to simulate the real exam environment.

Practice these randomly selected questions to test your readiness.

Question 1
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and choose the correct option.
Correct A. The manager of the company, along with his team, were responsible for the project.
B. The manager of the company, along with his team, was responsible for the project.
C. The manager of the company, along with his team, is responsible for the project.
D. The manager of the company, along with his team, has been responsible for the project.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 2
The following sentence contains a word that is not in the correct register. Identify the word and choose the correct option.
A. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be fine.
B. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be alright.
C. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be okay.
Correct D. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be fine, mate.

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 3
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and choose the correct option.
Correct A. The manager of the company, along with his team, were responsible for the project.
B. The manager of the company, along with his team, was responsible for the project.
C. The manager of the company, along with his team, is responsible for the project.
D. The manager of the company, along with his team, has been responsible for the project.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 4
The following sentence contains a word that is not in the correct register. Identify the word and choose the correct option.
A. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be fine.
B. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be alright.
C. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be okay.
Correct D. The doctor told the patient that he was going to be fine, mate.

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 5
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and choose the correct option.
Correct A. The manager of the company, along with his team, were responsible for the project.
B. The manager of the company, along with his team, was responsible for the project.
C. The manager of the company, along with his team, is responsible for the project.
D. The manager of the company, along with his team, has been responsible for the project.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 6
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage is an example of a formal register in the field of medicine.
The following passage is an example of a formal register in the field of medicine. Fill in the blank with the correct word to complete the sentence.
A. The patient's symptoms were described in detail.
Correct B. The patient's symptoms were described in a formal tone.
C. The patient's symptoms were described in a casual tone.
D. The patient's symptoms were described in a humorous tone.

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 7
Identify the antonym of the word 'complex'.
Correct A. Simple
B. Complex
C. Complicated
D. Difficult

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 8
SHARED STIMULUS
The sentence is an example of a sentence with a subject-verb agreement error.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a subject-verb agreement error. Identify the error.
Correct A. The team are playing well.
B. The team is playing well.
C. The team has been playing well.
D. The team will be playing well.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 9
SHARED STIMULUS
The sentence is an example of a sentence with a correct use of the present perfect tense.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a correct use of the present perfect tense. Identify the correct use.
Correct A. I have eaten breakfast.
B. I eat breakfast.
C. I will eat breakfast.
D. I ate breakfast.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 10
SHARED STIMULUS
The sentence is an example of a sentence with a correct use of the passive voice.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a correct use of the passive voice. Identify the correct use.
Correct A. The ball was thrown by John.
B. The ball throws John.
C. John throws the ball.
D. The ball is thrown by John.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 11
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage below has been modified from a real text.
The passage below has been modified from a real text. Identify the register used in the original text.
A. Formal
B. Informal
Correct C. Elevated
D. Colloquial

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 12
SHARED STIMULUS
The sentence is from a real text.
In the sentence 'The new policy will be implemented next quarter, but the exact date has not been determined yet.', identify the tense of the verb 'will be implemented'.
A. Present Simple
Correct B. Future Simple
C. Future Continuous
D. Future Perfect

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 13
SHARED STIMULUS
The diagram is from a real biology textbook.
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Identify the organelle labeled 'A'.
A. Mitochondria
Correct B. Nucleus
C. Ribosome
D. Lysosome

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 14
SHARED STIMULUS
The sentence is from a real text.
The sentence 'The manager will be attending the meeting tomorrow, but the time has not been confirmed yet.' contains a pronoun. Identify the pronoun.
Correct A. He
B. She
C. It
D. They

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 15
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage below has been modified from a real text.
The passage below has been modified from a real text. Identify the spelling error in the original text.
Correct A. accomodate
B. accomodate
C. accomodate
D. accomodate

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 16
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage discusses the importance of proper citation in academic writing.
In the following passage, the author's tone is best described as:
Correct A. formal
B. informal
C. sarcastic
D. emotive

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 17
Which of the following words is a synonym of the word 'perspicacious'?
Correct A. perceptive
B. persuasive
C. persistent
D. precise

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 18
In the sentence 'The new policy will be implemented next quarter, unless unforeseen circumstances arise.', what type of clause is 'unless unforeseen circumstances arise'?
A. dependent clause
B. independent clause
Correct C. subordinate clause
D. relative clause

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 19
SHARED STIMULUS
The sentence contains a grammatical error in the use of the possessive form.
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and correct it.
A. The manager, along with his team, will be attending the meeting.
Correct B. The manager, along with his team, will be attending the meeting's.
C. The manager, along with his team, will be attending the meeting.
D. The manager, along with his team, will be attending the meeting's.

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 20
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage discusses the challenges of achieving a goal.
The following passage contains a rhetorical question. Identify the question and explain its purpose.
A. What is the point of even trying?
B. How can we possibly succeed?
C. What is the meaning of life?
Correct D. Is it worth the effort?

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 21
In the sentence 'The manager instructed the team to revise the report', which word is in the active voice?
Correct A. manager
B. team
C. revise
D. report

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 22
Which of the following words is a synonym of 'expedite'?
A. delay
Correct B. accelerate
C. postpone
D. cancel

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 23
Identify the correct form of the possessive adjective in the sentence 'This is my book.'
Correct A. my
B. mine
C. mys
D. my's

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 24
Which of the following words is a homophone of 'fair'?
Correct A. fare
B. fair
C. fare
D. fear

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 25
Which of the following sentences is in the passive voice?
Correct A. The manager was instructed by the team.
B. The team instructed the manager.
C. The report was revised by the team.
D. The team revised the report.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Help others prepare! Share this practice hub:
Chat with Support