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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 601:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :<br/>Because our representative in the house of assembly is an immature and biased politician,he takes a jaundiced view of our social and economic problems.
  • A Hazy
  • B Unclear
  • C Prejudiced
  • D Bleak
  • E Bright
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Question 602:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :<br/>His wife for ten years refused point-blank to leave her matrimonial home even when he brought another woman into the house.
  • A Directly
  • B Boldly
  • C Pointedly
  • D Sharply
  • E Bluntly
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Question 603:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :<br/>In some parts of India, people are ostracized simply because of their ancestry.
  • A Abandoned
  • B Shut off from society
  • C Refused education
  • D Rendered unhappy
  • E Hated
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Question 604:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :<br/>We all have both good and bad characteristics. Either is, however, easily manifested in time of crises.
  • A Demanded
  • B Highlighted
  • C Submerged
  • D Demonstrated
  • E Ridiculed
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Question 605:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :<br/>One of the surest ways to ensure good health is to have a wholesome and adequate diet.
  • A Palatable
  • B Mixed
  • C Hygienic
  • D Delicious
  • E Health - giving
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