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English (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Neco English (Use of English) Questions

Question 176:
Choose from the options lettered A - E the one that most appropriately completes each sentence

The students mainly ____________ to school in the past
  • A Are walking
  • B Have walked
  • C Walk
  • D Walked
  • E Walks
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Question 177:
Choose from the options lettered A - E the one that is the most appropriate interpretation for each of the following statement

The old politician is held in high regard by members of his community. This means the politician is highly
  • A Dreaded
  • B Feared
  • C Honored
  • D Recommended
  • E Respected
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Question 178:
Complete this question with the most appropriate of the options lettered A – E

He ____________ great confidence that he would win even when his opponent seemed to be gaining the upper hand.
  • A Asserted
  • B Exerted
  • C Explored
  • D Expounded
  • E Exuded
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Question 179:
Complete this question with the most appropriate of the options lettered A – E

My friend was lucky to secure the first appointment he ____________ for.
  • A Applied
  • B Asked
  • C Demanded
  • D Registered
  • E Requested
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Question 180:
Choose from the options lettered A - E the one that is the most appropriate interpretation for each of the following statement

The man was advised to always watch his tongue whenever he speaks in the public. This means he should always
  • A Avoid addressing a large crowd
  • B Be careful about what he said in order not to offend somebody
  • C Be sincere in his public utterances
  • D Be specific while addressing many people
  • E Say only what he was sure of
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