UI English Language 2019/2020 Past Questions

Question 1

A noun phrase lacks one of the following:

A.noun
B.verb
C.adjective
D.adverb

Objective

Question 2

Eve gave Adam an apple. An apple in the sentence functions as .......

A.subject of the verb 'gave'
B.direct object of the verb
C.indirect object of the verb
D.object complement

Objective

Question 3

I wonder if you know where he lives. This sentence is a(n)

A.thoughtful statement
B.polite command
C.indirect question
D.subtle exclamation

Objective

Question 4

An example of gradable adjectives is .........

A.each
B.beautiful
C.dead
D.live

Objective

Question 5

A clause differs from a phrase because a clause contains .......

A.a larger number of words
B.a fewer number of words
C.a finite verb
D.a nonfinite verb

Objective

Question 6

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:

In all, I consider the behaviour unpalatable.

A.unacceptable
B.offensive
C.acceptable
D.inoffensive

Objective

Question 7

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:

Her action will certainly exacerbate the situation.

A.ameliorate
B.worsen
C.aggravate
D.clarify

Objective

Question 8

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:

Is he really behaving oddly?

A.abnormally
B.normally
C.evenly
D.properly

Objective

Question 9

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:

He always approaches issues optimistically.

A.realistically
B.pessimistically
C.carelessly
D.unrealistically

Objective

Question 10

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:

Her health deteriorated rapidly.

A.worsened
B.improved
C.stagnated
D.declined

Objective

Question 11

Choose the option that most appropriately expresses the idea in the underlined expression.

My friend has an overbearing attitude toward me

A.patient
B.impatient
C.opinionated and domineering
D.considerate and respectful

Objective

Question 12

Choose the option that most appropriately expresses the idea in the underlined expression.

There are a number of makeshift buildings in town

A.modern buildings
B.old fashion buildings
C.temporary buildings
D.permanent buildings

Objective

Question 13

Choose the option that most appropriately expresses the idea in the underlined expression.

Post UME is a hurdle to cross.

A.a necessary and simple exam to pass
B.an unnecessary and difficult exam to pass
C.an unnecessary but simple exam to pass
D.a necessary and challenging exam to pass

Objective

Question 14

Choose the option that most appropriately expresses the idea in the underlined expression.

His contribution to the project is invaluable

A.extremely useful
B.of no value
C.of little value
D.can not be valued

Objective

Question 15

Choose the option that most appropriately expresses the idea in the underlined expression.

That was a down-to-earth approach

A.poor
B.ordinary
C.practical
D.immodest

Objective

Question 16

Choose the option that best completes the gap:

Neither of the presidential candidates ......... suitable.

A.are
B.is
C.is been
D.are been suitable

Objective

Question 17

Choose the option that best completes the gap:

Ten miles .......... a great distance.

A.is
B.are
C.is
D.been

Objective

Question 18

Choose the option that best completes the gap:

If I were the president, I ......... ask for the money

A.will
B.should
C.would
D.can

Objective

Question 19

Choose the option that best completes the gap:

I will see you after I ......... spoken with your supervisor.

A.might have
B.have
C.will have
D.would have

Objective

Question 20

Choose the option that best completes the gap:

"You ......... now see the director", the secretary told the visitors

A.can
B.may
C.should
D.would

Objective

Question 21

In each of questions 19 - 21, choose from the options the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letters underlined

Rust

A.loud
B.touch
C.bought
D.march

Objective

Question 22

In each of questions 22 - 36 choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.

All the accident victims are bleeding profusely

A.slowly
B.excessively
C.diffusely
D.clearly

Objective

Question 23

In each of questions 22 - 36 choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.

The prosecutor was accused of obstructing justice

A.hindering
B.retarding
C.impending
D.interrupting

Objective

Question 24

In each of questions 22 - 36 choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.

The man preaches egalitarianism without matching it up with action

A.salvation
B.dedication
C.kindeness
D.equality

Objective

Question 25

In each of questions 22 - 36 choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.

The federal Government approved new salary structure as an incentive for the Nigeria workers.

A.a reward
B.an encouragement
C.a package
D.an advance

Objective