English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: The increase in transport fares deterred our club from planning an excursion this year

A Deferred
B Irritated
C Impelled
D Restricted
E Encouraged

Question 12:

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: This card entitles you to attend the film show

A Disqualifies
B Discourages
C Disenchants
D Proclaims
E Satisfies

Question 13:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase: Victor will not attend the dinner party tonight; he is afraid of his own shadow

A Not in the mood
B Attending another party
C Scared of imaginary things
D Unhappy with is assigned role
E Unable to forget his fears

Question 14:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase: Telling Ali to break his habit of coming to work late is like knocking your head against a brick wall

A Trying the impossible
B Asking him to beat you
C Making a fool of yourself
D Asking him to be your enemy
E Making him break ndown at work

Question 15:

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase: The manager often quarrels with his staff because he goes around with a chip on his shoulder

A Deformed shoulder
B Readiness to be angered
C Look of contempt
D An air of superiority
E Search of gossip