English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The principal advised the students to bear with him in their present situation since every cloud has a silver lining?

A Every school has its problem
B Every bad situation has something good
C Good things always bring problems
D Difficulties often bring good things

Question 1942:

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Oche's mother advised him to talk very little because still waters run deep?

A His enemies may be listening
B There is no pride in talking too much
C There is wisdom in silence
D Talking too much could lead him into trouble

Question 1943:

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Akin made such a dog's breakfast of his home work?

A An excellent job
B A brilliant attempt
C A mess
D A poor performance

Question 1944:

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The confused student found himself in a spot?

A In a particular place
B In a normal situation
C In a pleasant situation
D In a difficult situation

Question 1945:

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The man who gave the closing remarks at the party spoke tongue in cheek?

A Ironically
B Wisely
C Profusely
D Eloquently