English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

The politicians have a number of peculiarities. The most conspicuous is the way he gesticulates when making a serious point

A Shows anxiety when making a serious point
B Breaks down when talking seriously
C Uses is hands and arms as a sign
D Bows his head in humility to the crowd
E Shakes his head from one side to the other

Question 42:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

In spite of the loud music, John soon managed to fall asleep

A The loud music soon helped John to fall asleep
B John soon fell asleep as a result of the loud music
C The loud music made John despise sleep
D The loud music made John unable to fall asleep
E John soon fell asleep even though the music was loud

Question 43:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words :

He heard the loud noise of the huge air-raid siren

A Buzz
B Crack
C Rumble
D Whistle
E Wail

Question 44:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined statement or words:

He has a big heart but he inept at following a witty conversion

A Large
B Huge
C Warm
D Placid
E Fragile

Question 45:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined statement or words:

He took a quick look at the poor man, shook his head and took to his heels

A Glanced at
B Viewed
C Observed
D Gazed at
E Spied