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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1666:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:The newly elected leader has pledge to ensure better life for the citizens
  • A Vowed
  • B Agreed
  • C Undertaken
  • D Undertaking
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Question 1667:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:Statesmen are revered for their objectivity
  • A Referred
  • B Respected
  • C Remembered
  • D Rejected
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Question 1668:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:
He has been advised to keep his head,the confusion not withstanding
  • A Avoid been beaten or insulted
  • B Keep calm
  • C Save his head
  • D Prevent himself
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Question 1669:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:The police ran the criminal to earth
  • A Jailed him
  • B Knocked him down
  • C Discovered him
  • D Buried him
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Question 1670:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:Garba always puts his shoulder to the wheel
  • A Sits with his shoulder straight when driving
  • B Works energetically at the task in hand
  • C Performs tasks assigned him grudgingly
  • D Holds the steering wheel firmly when he is driving
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