POST UTME UNIOSUN 2024 English | Objective

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Question 1
The word 'perfidious' is an example of:
A. adjective
B. adverb
C. noun
D. verb
Question 2
The diagram below shows the structure of a sentence. Identify the type of sentence and explain its function in the text.
A. The sentence is a complex sentence, and it provides additional information about the main clause.
B. The sentence is a compound sentence, and it lists two independent clauses.
C. The sentence is a simple sentence, and it expresses a complete thought.
D. The sentence is a compound-complex sentence, and it contains multiple independent and dependent clauses.
Question 3
The sentence 'The sun rises in the east.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
A. affirmative
B. negative
C. declarative
D. interrogative
Question 4
In the sentence 'The manager will meet with the team at 2 PM to discuss the project.', which word is in the correct grammatical case?
A. manager
B. team
C. project
D. meet
Question 5
The phrase 'bend over backwards' is an example of a(n) _______ phrase.
A. idiom
B. proverb
C. adage
D. phrase
Question 6
The sentence 'The new policy has been met with widespread criticism.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
A. declarative
B. interrogative
C. imperative
D. exclamatory
Question 7
In the sentence 'The new policy will undoubtedly affect the economy negatively.', which word is a synonym for 'undoubtedly'?
A. certainly
B. probably
C. undoubtedly
D. possibly
Question 8
The phrase 'in a state of flux' is an example of a(n) _______ metaphor.
A. simile
B. metonymy
C. synecdoche
D. personification
Question 9
The word 'consonant' in the sentence 'The teacher explained the difference between vowels and consonants.' is an example of which type of sound?
A. Vowel
B. Consonant
C. Diphthong
D. Monophthong
Question 10
Read the passage and answer the question that follows.
A. The passage is written in a persuasive tone.
B. The passage is written in a formal tone.
C. The passage is written in an informal tone.
D. The passage is written in a neutral tone.
Question 11
The sentence 'The new policy is a game-changer' is an example of:
A. formal tone
B. informal tone
C. emotive language
D. technical vocabulary
Question 12
The passage below discusses the impact of climate change on global food production. Identify the sentence that contains a metaphor.
A. Rising temperatures are like a ticking time bomb, threatening to destroy our food systems.
B. Climate change is a major contributor to global food insecurity.
C. The effects of climate change on food production are devastating.
D. The world is facing a severe food crisis due to climate change.
Question 13
Read the passage and answer the question that follows.
A. The passage is written in a persuasive tone.
B. The passage is written in a formal tone.
C. The passage is written in an informal tone.
D. The passage is written in a neutral tone.
Question 14
The sentence 'The company's profits have increased significantly' is an example of:
A. formal tone
B. informal tone
C. emotive language
D. technical vocabulary
Question 15
The following sentence has been modified. Identify the word that has been replaced and choose the correct alternative from the options provided.
A. The word 'utilize' has been replaced with 'use'.
B. The word 'utilize' has been replaced with 'employ'.
C. The word 'utilize' has been replaced with 'apply'.
D. The word 'utilize' has been replaced with 'implement'.

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