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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1806:
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.<br/>The elderly often fulminate against the apparent indolence of the young generation?
  • A Protest bitterly about
  • B Complain seriously about
  • C Promote vigorously
  • D Commend warmely
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Question 1807:
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.<br/>We should discourage further investments in existing factories?
  • A Productive
  • B Prosperous
  • C Prospective
  • D Precious
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Question 1808:
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word. <br/>Nigeria is gradually experiencing economic recession?
  • A Birth
  • B Discovery
  • C Recovery
  • D Destruction
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Question 1809:
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word. <br/>We could not put up with his terrible disposition?
  • A Exterminate
  • B Tolerate
  • C Control
  • D Deal with
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Question 1810:
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word. <br/>She was taken aback by his altitude?
  • A Delayed
  • B Dragged back
  • C Surprised
  • D Overwhelmed
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