English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:The senior had the habit of setting the cat among the pigeon whenever matters concerning his constituency came up for debate

A Illuminating issues that are not clear
B Monopolizing the discussion
C Making frequent interruptions in the nature of points of correction
D Introducing elements of controversy and confusion

Question 1252:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Adah has not been regular at lectures because she has been off colour

A Gloomy
B Trying to hide her bleached skin
C Slightly sick
D Upset

Question 1253:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:When the man lost his two sons in a motor accident, he cracked up

A Became broken-hearted
B Became inconsolable
C Became slightly deranged
D Became temperamental

Question 1254:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined: The news of his performance in the sessional examination has made Okechukwu crestfallen

A Highly irritable
B Dejected
C Elated
D Pompous

Question 1255:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:The man rebuked his son severely, but his words seem to have cut on ice

A Been unconvincing
B Had no effect
C Not cooled the boy's teemper
D Added insult to injury