OAU English Language 2007/2007 Past Questions

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A.deceiver
B.thief
C.kidnapper
D.rogue
E.burglar

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Question 2

From the words lettered A — E, choose the word that is alike in meaning to the word underlined

The woman was happy because her gorgeous dressing made her quite obtrusive.

A.appreciated
B.proud
C.good
D.noticeable
E.excellent

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Question 3

From the words lettered A — E, choose the word that is alike in meaning to the word underlined

Andrew made some bellicose statement about his strength to other boys in the street. This means that Andrew.

A.is a brave man
B.wishes to fight
C.is a coward
D.loves to help others with his power
E.has a lot of power

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Question 4

From the words lettered A — E, choose the word that is alike in meaning to the word underlined

Scrupulous politicians do not have a place in the Nigeria politics. Scrupulous politicians are

A.honest
B.dishonest
C.corrupt
D.good-natured
E.insincere

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Question 5

From the words lettered A — E, choose the word that is alike in meaning to the word underlined

The excuse that he forgot about the meeting was a flimsy one. This means the excuse was

A.very bad
B.a complete lie
C.difficult to believe
D.not important
E.a very good one

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Question 6

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

I wonder if you would allow me to put out the fire.

A.I might
B.I can
C.I should
D.I have to
E.all of them

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Question 7

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

don't take the plate away; it is possible for the owner to ask for it.

A.the owner might
B.the owner can
C.the owner is going to
D.the owner will come to
E.none of them

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Question 8

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

I know a carpenter that knows how to make that kind of wardrobe.

A.could
B.know-how
C.can
D.is able
E.able

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Question 9

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

Frances, where is your male visitor? Don't lie to me, it is not possible that he has gone through the high window.

A.he couldn't have
B.he can't have
C.he shouldn't
D.he mustn't have
E.none of them

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Question 10

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

When your great-grandmother was in Vietnam, did she have the ability to speak Chinese?

A.had she been able
B.was she enabled
C.could she
D.how possible was it for her
E.none of them

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Question 11

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

My father made no bones about telling his friend how he felt about his behaviour. This means that my father.

A.spoke well to his friend about his behaviour.
B.spoke honestly to his friend bout his behaviour
C.spoke in the open to his friend about his behaviour
D.spoke hesitantly to his friend about his behaviour.

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Question 12

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

After much talk, my brother thought it was time to hit the hay. This means that my brother thought it was time to

A.make hay while the sun shines
B.burn to collection of hay
C.go to bed
D.keep quiet
E.tell the others off

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Question 13

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

The housemaster was foaming in the mouth when he discovered that some students had sneaked out of the hostel. This means the house master.

A.was very sad
B.had epilepsy
C.became silent and calculative
D.was uncontrollably furious
E.was jittery

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Question 14

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

Who told Mabel she could sing? She really laid an egg at the talent show. This means.

A.Mabel's performance was very embarrassing
B.Mabel's performance was very interesting
C.Mabel's performance was very impressive
D.Mabel's performance was not very bad
E.Mabel's performance was like that of a hen laying an egg.

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Question 15

From the alternatives suggested, select the answer that best expresses the same meaning as the expression underlined in each exercise.

Mr Johnson is on the warpath because his car broke down again. This means Mr Johnson is

A.Ready to fight his machine
B.Started fighting the government because the road was bad
C.very infuriated
D.Fighting a war with his family in the car
E.drawing a battle line between him and his mechanic

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Question 16

Questions 16-20, choose among the options A — E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

As he watched the winning film his face remained inscrutable.

A.unreadable
B.pale
C.unfriendly
D.impossible to please
E.bright

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Question 17

Questions 16-20, choose among the options A — E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

He resented being criticized every time by his boss.

A.preferred
B.abhorred
C.ignored
D.carefully considered
E.enjoyed

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Question 18

Questions 16-20, choose among the options A — E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

The president announced that all political prisoners have been pardoned.

A.condemned
B.severely rebuked
C.banished
D.reprieved
E.released

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Question 19

Questions 16-20, choose among the options A — E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

The most striking thing about the just-concluded World-Cup Finals in Germany was the complete eclipse of the defending champion — Brasil

A.sudden disappearance
B.defeat
C.failure
D.brilliant performance
E.arrogance

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Question 20

Questions 16-20, choose among the options A — E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

His latest album has done much to boost his reputation as a writer.

A.increase
B.establish
C.nourish
D.destroy
E.decrease

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Question 21

Question 21-25, choose from the option A — E the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the underlined word

Andrew is too garrulous for my liking.

A.dull
B.apathetic
C.laconic
D.easygoing
E.dumb

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Question 22

Question 21-25, choose from the option A — E the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the underlined word

The man holds parochial views on almost every issue.

A.rational
B.realistic
C.popular
D.broad-minded
E.sensible

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Question 23

Question 21-25, choose from the option A — E the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the underlined word

The doctor certified the tumour malignant.

A.benign
B.ripe
C.painless
D.dangerous
E.slow

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Question 24

Question 21-25, choose from the option A — E the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the underlined word

The people appreciated the chairman for his invaluable contributions to the community's development.

A.worthless
B.costly
C.unrecognized
D.incalculable
E.meaningless

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Question 25

Question 21-25, choose from the option A — E the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the underlined word

Your idea on this issue seems to me quite novel.

A.bookish
B.dangerous
C.archaic
D.genuine
E.good

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Question 26

Which of the following statements is true with regard to summary writing?

A.details are more important than main ideas
B.main ideas are more important than examples
C.illustrations are more important than main ideas
D.elaborations, exemplifications and details are more important than main ideas
E.none of the above.

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