IMSU English Language 2019/2020 Model Past Questions

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After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentences is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.

When asked to state her side of the story, Bunmi started by beating about the bush. This means that Bunmi.

A.Went straight to the point
B.was lost in great thought
C.followed a bush path
D.approached the subject without coming to the point

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentences is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.

The friendship between Segun and Shehu has turned sour. This means Segun and Shehu

A.are no longer friends
B.still friends
C.better friends now
D.getting to understand each other.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentences is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.

The students were advised to face their studies and let sleeping dog lie. This means that the student should

A.obey the authorities
B.organized themselves properly
C.leave matters as they are not
D.be as watchful as sleeping dogs

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentences is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.

The economic situation is so bad that many wage-earners are hardly able 40 make both ends meet. This means that

A.peoples income exceed their expenditure
B.most people are extravagant with their income
C.people’s earnings are not sufficient for their essential needs
D.Most people engage in activities that bring them extra pay.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentences is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.

Since I found out his hypocritical nature, I have been keeping him at arm’s length. This means that I

A.avoid being familiar with him
B.ignore his advice
C.report him to the authorities
D.stop visiting him