POST UTME UNILAG 2017 English | Objective

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Question 1
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The writer is describing the futility of a single person's efforts in the face of a much larger problem.
In the following passage, the writer uses the phrase 'a drop in the ocean' to convey a sense of what?
Correct A. futility
B. hopelessness
C. desperation
D. helplessness

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
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The metaphor is used to describe the city as a challenging and unpredictable environment.
The following sentence contains an example of a metaphor. Identify the metaphor.
Correct A. The city is a jungle.
B. The company is a well-oiled machine.
C. The student is a bookworm.
D. The teacher is a magician.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
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The simile is used to describe the person's running ability.
The following sentence contains an example of a simile. Identify the simile.
Correct A. He ran like a cheetah.
B. She sings as sweetly as a bird.
C. The car drives smoothly as a well-oiled machine.
D. The student studies as diligently as a bookworm.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
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The alliteration is used to create a soothing and peaceful atmosphere.
The following sentence contains an example of alliteration. Identify the alliteration.
Correct A. The soft summer sun shines brightly.
B. The busy bees buzz loudly.
C. The happy horses hop quickly.
D. The sleepy snake slithers slowly.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
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The onomatopoeia is used to describe the sound of the firework exploding.
The following sentence contains an example of onomatopoeia. Identify the onomatopoeia.
Correct A. The firework exploded with a loud boom.
B. The rain pounded against the roof with a steady beat.
C. The car screeched to a halt with a sharp squeal.
D. The leaves rustled in the wind with a soft whisper.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
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The original passage read: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road.'
The passage below has been modified from the original. Identify the word that has been changed and explain the effect of the change on the meaning of the passage.
A. The original passage read: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road.' The modified passage reads: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road, which will lead to a decrease in air pollution.'
Correct B. The original passage read: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road.' The modified passage reads: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road, which will lead to an increase in air pollution.'
C. The original passage read: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road.' The modified passage reads: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of buses on the road.'
D. The original passage read: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road.' The modified passage reads: 'The new policy aims to reduce the number of cars on the road, which will lead to a decrease in traffic congestion.'

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
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The sentence is: 'The new policy has been implemented by the government.'
The following sentence is in the passive voice. Identify the verb form that has been used and explain why it is in the passive voice.
Correct A. The sentence is: 'The new policy has been implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the past participle 'has been implemented'.
B. The sentence is: 'The new policy is being implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the present participle 'is being implemented'.
C. The sentence is: 'The new policy was implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the past simple 'was implemented'.
D. The sentence is: 'The new policy will be implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the future simple 'will be implemented'.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
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The sentence is: 'The government is implementing the new policy.'
The following sentence is in the active voice. Identify the subject of the sentence and explain why it is in the active voice.
Correct A. The sentence is: 'The government is implementing the new policy.' The subject of the sentence is 'the government'.
B. The sentence is: 'The new policy is being implemented by the government.' The subject of the sentence is 'the new policy'.
C. The sentence is: 'The government has implemented the new policy.' The subject of the sentence is 'the government'.
D. The sentence is: 'The new policy will be implemented by the government.' The subject of the sentence is 'the new policy'.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
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The sentence is: 'The new policy has been implemented by the government.'
The following sentence is in the present perfect tense. Identify the verb form that has been used and explain why it is in the present perfect tense.
Correct A. The sentence is: 'The new policy has been implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the past participle 'has been implemented'.
B. The sentence is: 'The new policy is being implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the present participle 'is being implemented'.
C. The sentence is: 'The new policy was implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the past simple 'was implemented'.
D. The sentence is: 'The new policy will be implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the future simple 'will be implemented'.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
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The sentence is: 'The new policy has been implemented by the government.'
The following sentence is in the passive voice. Identify the verb form that has been used and explain why it is in the passive voice.
Correct A. The sentence is: 'The new policy has been implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the past participle 'has been implemented'.
B. The sentence is: 'The new policy is being implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the present participle 'is being implemented'.
C. The sentence is: 'The new policy was implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the past simple 'was implemented'.
D. The sentence is: 'The new policy will be implemented by the government.' The verb form used is the future simple 'will be implemented'.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
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The athlete ran _______ around the track.
In the following passage, the underlined word is an example of a(n) _______ (synonym/antonym) of the word 'fast'.
A. rapid
B. slow
Correct C. swift
D. leisurely

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
Identify the stress pattern in the word 'compete'.
A. /kom'pit/
Correct B. /kɒm'pit/
C. /kɑm'pit/
D. /kɑm'pi:t/

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The sentence 'The manager of the company was very dissatisfied with the performance of the team.' is an example of _______ (formal/informal) language.
Correct A. formal
B. informal
C. neutral
D. colloquial

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The idiom 'kick the bucket' means to _______ (die/pass away).
Correct A. die
B. pass away
C. fall asleep
D. get married

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The sentence 'The new employee was given a comprehensive guide to the company's policies and procedures.' is an example of _______ (formal/informal) language.
Correct A. formal
B. informal
C. neutral
D. colloquial

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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The new policy aims to
The following passage contains a cloze test. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy aims to
B. The new policy aims to
C. The new policy aims to
D. The new policy aims to

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
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The new policy aims to
The following passage contains a cloze test. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy aims to
B. The new policy aims to
C. The new policy aims to
D. The new policy aims to

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
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The new policy aims to
The following passage contains a cloze test. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy aims to
B. The new policy aims to
C. The new policy aims to
D. The new policy aims to

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
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The new policy aims to
The following passage contains a cloze test. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy aims to
B. The new policy aims to
C. The new policy aims to
D. The new policy aims to

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
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The new policy aims to
The following passage contains a cloze test. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy aims to
B. The new policy aims to
C. The new policy aims to
D. The new policy aims to

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
In the sentence 'The manager, along with his team, will be attending the conference', which of the following pronouns is used to refer to the team?
Correct A. They
B. Them
C. Their
D. It

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
Which of the following sentences is in the passive voice?
A. The manager will attend the conference.
Correct B. The conference will be attended by the manager.
C. The manager is attending the conference.
D. The manager has attended the conference.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
Which of the following words is a synonym of 'large'?
Correct A. Big
B. Small
C. Medium
D. Tiny

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
Which of the following words is an antonym of 'fast'?
Correct A. Slow
B. Quick
C. Fast
D. Rapid

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
Which of the following sentences is in the present perfect tense?
Correct A. I have eaten breakfast.
B. I eat breakfast.
C. I will eat breakfast.
D. I ate breakfast.

Correct Answer: A

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