English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

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 62:

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 63:

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 64:

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

Question 65:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.

The exhibition was an eye opener to all

A Style
B Examination
C Dispatch
D Display