English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The essay topic is nebulous

A Distinct
B Incorrect
C Vague
D Clear

Question 447:

Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. The events of last Friday show that there is no love lost between the Principal and the Vice-principal

A They like each other
B They work independently
C They couldn't part company
D They dislike each other

Question 448:

Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. If he were here, it could be more fun

A He did not show up and so the occasion lacked much fun
B He was being expected to supply more fun
C There was no fun because he was not present
D He was expected but did not show up to liven up the occasion

Question 449:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The meeting was cancelled because of the convocation

A Brought up
B Called off
C Broke off
D Phased out

Question 450:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. Ayodeji is an ardent supporter of education for the child

A Cogent
B A passionate
C An ignorant
D An optimistic