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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1251:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:My son has just been rusticated from the university
  • A Sent home to get his fees
  • B Sent home for misconduct
  • C Sent home to rest for some time
  • D Sent home to become realistic
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Question 1252:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:All we need is a concerted effort to combat the epidemic
  • A Persistent
  • B Dramatic
  • C Joint
  • D Concentrated
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Question 1253:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Jimoh has cupboard love for Sidikatu
  • A Love that never fails
  • B Genuine love
  • C Love for what he wants from her
  • D Love that can fail in time of trouble
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Question 1254:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Yahaya hardly knows on which side his bread is buttered in the matter
  • A Where his interest liess
  • B What he must do
  • C Where he should go
  • D Whom to contact for help
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Question 1255:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:The preacher is under a cloud among the congregation
  • A Out of favour
  • B Under observation
  • C Under weather
  • D Confused
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