POST UTME RSU 2021 English | Objective

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Question 1
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The passage below has one sentence missing. Choose the most appropriate option to complete the sentence.
The passage below has one sentence missing. Choose the most appropriate option to complete the sentence.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources.
B. The new policy aims to increase the country's reliance on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources.
C. The new policy aims to reduce the country's reliance on renewable energy sources and transition to fossil fuels.
D. The new policy aims to maintain the country's reliance on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
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The following sentence is in the passive voice. Identify the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
The following sentence is in the passive voice. Identify the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
Correct A. The new policy was implemented by the government.
B. The new policy is being implemented by the government.
C. The new policy has been implemented by the government.
D. The new policy will be implemented by the government.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
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The following sentence contains a word that is a synonym of the word in parentheses. Identify the correct word.
The following sentence contains a word that is a synonym of the word in parentheses. Identify the correct word.
A. The new policy is a great opportunity for the country.
B. The new policy is a great challenge for the country.
C. The new policy is a great threat to the country.
Correct D. The new policy is a great benefit to the country.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
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The following sentence contains a word that is an antonym of the word in parentheses. Identify the correct word.
The following sentence contains a word that is an antonym of the word in parentheses. Identify the correct word.
A. The new policy is a great opportunity for the country.
Correct B. The new policy is a great challenge for the country.
C. The new policy is a great threat to the country.
D. The new policy is a great benefit to the country.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
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The following sentence is a fill-in-the-blank exercise. Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.
The following sentence is a fill-in-the-blank exercise. Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources.
B. The new policy aims to increase the country's reliance on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources.
C. The new policy aims to reduce the country's reliance on renewable energy sources and transition to fossil fuels.
D. The new policy aims to maintain the country's reliance on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In the sentence 'The manager stressed the importance of punctuality in the workplace.', what is the stress pattern of the word 'importance'?
A. ( ext{im} ext{'portance} )
B. ( ext{im} ext{'port-ance} )
Correct C. ( ext{im} ext{'port-an-} ext{ce} )
D. ( ext{im} ext{'port-an-} ext{cy} )

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
In the sentence 'The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% within the next five years.', what is the antonym of the word 'reduce'?
Correct A. increase
B. decrease
C. enhance
D. expand

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
In the sentence 'The company's profits have been declining over the past year.', what is the synonym of the word 'declining'?
A. increasing
Correct B. decreasing
C. stagnant
D. fluctuating

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
In the sentence 'The teacher asked the students to complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb 'to be'.
A. is
B. are
C. am
Correct D. be

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
In the sentence 'The new employee was nervous about her first day at work.', what is the synonym of the word 'nervous'?
Correct A. anxious
B. relaxed
C. confident
D. enthusiastic

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
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The manager was replaced with a synonym in the passage.
The passage below has been modified. Identify the word that has been replaced with a synonym.
A. The manager
Correct B. The supervisor
C. The director
D. The administrator

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
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The passage is about a person who is very happy.
Read the passage and answer the question.
Correct A. The passage is about a person who is very happy.
B. The passage is about a person who is very sad.
C. The passage is about a person who is very angry.
D. The passage is about a person who is very surprised.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
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The manager was replaced with an antonym in the passage.
The passage below has been modified. Identify the word that has been replaced with an antonym.
A. The manager
B. The supervisor
Correct C. The director
D. The administrator

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
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The passage is about a person who is very sad.
Read the passage and answer the question.
A. The passage is about a person who is very happy.
Correct B. The passage is about a person who is very sad.
C. The passage is about a person who is very angry.
D. The passage is about a person who is very surprised.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
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The manager was replaced with a synonym in the passage.
The passage below has been modified. Identify the word that has been replaced with a synonym.
A. The manager
B. The supervisor
C. The director
Correct D. The administrator

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The sentence 'The manager, who was known for his exceptional leadership skills, was promoted to the position of CEO.' is an example of which grammatical structure?
Correct A. Relative clause
B. Subordinate clause
C. Independent clause
D. Adverbial clause

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The word 'fastidious' is closest in meaning to which of the following?
A. Careless
B. Diligent
Correct C. Perfectionistic
D. Haphazard

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The sentence 'The new policy, which was implemented last quarter, has been met with widespread criticism.' is an example of which grammatical structure?
A. Relative clause
Correct B. Subordinate clause
C. Independent clause
D. Adverbial clause

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The word 'perspicacious' is closest in meaning to which of the following?
Correct A. Insightful
B. Perceptive
C. Astute
D. Ingenious

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The sentence 'The company, which has been in operation for over a decade, has finally gone bankrupt.' is an example of which grammatical structure?
A. Relative clause
Correct B. Subordinate clause
C. Independent clause
D. Adverbial clause

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
In the context of medical registers, what is the primary function of the National Medical Practitioners Registration Council (MDCN)?
Correct A. To regulate the practice of medicine in Nigeria
B. To provide medical education and training
C. To conduct research on medical topics
D. To provide medical services to the public

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
Correct A. The students ______ (to study) for their exams.
B. The teacher ______ (to teach) the students.
C. The students ______ (to be) tired after the exam.
D. The teacher ______ (to have) a meeting with the principal.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
Identify the correct phrasal verb in the sentence.
Correct A. The company will be looking into the matter.
B. The company will be looking for a new employee.
C. The company will be looking at the budget.
D. The company will be looking over the report.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
Choose the correct form of the pronoun in parentheses.
Correct A. The teacher gave the student ______ (he/she/it) a book.
B. The teacher gave the student ______ (I/me/my) a book.
C. The teacher gave the student ______ (we/us/our) a book.
D. The teacher gave the student ______ (they/them/theirs) a book.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
Complete the cloze test by choosing the correct word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy will ______ the lives of millions of people.
B. The new policy will ______ the economy.
C. The new policy will ______ the environment.
D. The new policy will ______ the society.

Correct Answer: A

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