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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1436:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:The boss told the man to let sleeping dogs lie
  • A Not to look for trouble
  • B Not to disturb other people
  • C Let the dogs sleep well
  • D Let the trouble begin
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Question 1437:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word Underlined: The fact that Ruth has inherited her late husband's house is cold comfort to her
  • A Appropriate comfort
  • B Inadequate comfort
  • C No comfort at all
  • D Wet comfort
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Question 1438:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word Underlined: The headmaster decided to make good his promise to the students
  • A Fulfil
  • B Improve
  • C Complete
  • D Realize
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Question 1439:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined: The advertisement served as a smoke screen for the activities of the company
  • A A camouflage
  • B A protection
  • C An enhancement
  • D An exchange
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Question 1440:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined: My plans are still up in the air
  • A Being publicised
  • B Uncertain
  • C Uncovered
  • D Unprotected
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