IMSU English Language 2014/2015 Past Questions

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Each of the following sentences has one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and would correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

We blamed Olu for breaking the glass, but when Ike confessed that he did it, Olu was ______

A.rewarded
B.exonerated
C.released
D.jailed

Each of the following sentences has one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and would correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

They had to _____ the old buildings to construct the five star hotel.

A.close
B.remove
C.demolish
D.damage

Each of the following sentences has one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and would correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

If we commence the meeting on time, we should be able to _______ by 4.00pm

A.return
B.vacate
C.convene
D.adjourn

Each of the following sentences has one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and would correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

The children expected to be praised for putting out the fire. but they were ______ for taking such a risk.

A.rebuked
B.accused
C.despised
D.sentenced

Each of the following sentences has one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and would correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

They ended the discussion on amicable terms though they were ______ to each other at the beginning.

A.unacceptable
B.hostile
C.unknown
D.annoying

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.bringing
B.pulling
C.getting
D.pushing

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.convenience
B.necessity
C.assistance
D.convention

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.thing
B.engagement
C.work
D.labour

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.tied
B.busy
C.alert
D.ready.

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.willing
B.fraternal
C.matrimonial
D.residential

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.decorations
B.condiments
C.ornaments
D.cosmetics

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.saloon
B.shop
C.store
D.salon

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.events
B.chores
C.needs
D.requirements

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.smile
B.encourage
C.cheer
D.laugh

In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to D for each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

PASSAGE A: For the working woman, the task of looking after the home and ___21___ up the children is not easy. Although the house may have every modem ___22___ there is still much ___23___ to keep her ___24___: cooking, cleaning, mending, washing and ironing. If she is lucky to have a ___25___ help, her task is made somehow easier. The working woman spends much of her income on beauty care. She buys a lot of ___26___ and visits the ___27___ regularly. Most women are so occupied with the daily ___28___ that they need these things to ___29___ themselves up. Thus, the responsibilities of a ___30___ are quite demanding and she could he so busy as to have little time for other engagements.

A.housewife
B.housemistress
C.householder
D.housekeeper