English Language Past Questions and Answers

After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Kola: You really worked hard to win the case.
Didia: You don't know the half of it. This means that.

A It wasn't as difficult as Kola had thought
B Kola's statement wasn't actually correct
C It was even more difficult than Kola could imagine
D Winning the case didn't mean much to Kola

Question 3137:

After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Femi is too clever by half. This means that Femi

A Displays his cleverness in an annoying way
B Is not as clever as he thinks
C Pleases everyone he meets
D Hides how clever he really is

Question 3138:

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He was such a brilliant footballer!

A An inspired
B An intelligent
C A dazzling
D Skillful

Question 3139:

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The Politician is a fluent speaker.

A An eloquent
B A superficial
C An insightful
D A persuasive

Question 3140:

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Everyone has the urge to succeed in life.

A Compulsion
B Desire
C Need
D Courage