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Sample English Language Exam Questions and Answers
TOPIC : LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.
From the options lettered A-E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
1. He left the town early this morning _____ he arrived very late.
A. although
B. but
C. despite
D. even
E. than
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B.[/su_spoiler]
2. In the sentence “Femi enlisted HIMSELF in the JAMB examination”, the underlined word is an example of ______.
A. a relative pronoun
B. a reflexive pronoun
C. a personal pronoun
D. a reciprocal pronoun
E. an interrogative pronoun
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B.[/su_spoiler]
Which of the options lettered A – E consists of all the types of nouns?
3. (i) Common (ii) Proper (iii) Abstract (iv) Collective (v)Concrete
A. i, ii and iii
B. i, ii, iii and v
C. i, ii, iii and iv
D. i, ii and v
E. i, ii, iii, iv and v
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is E.[/su_spoiler]
4. FLEET OF CARS is an example of _____.
A. a common noun
B. a proper noun
C. a collective noun
D. an abstract noun
E. a concrete noun
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is C.[/su_spoiler]
From the options lettered A-E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
5. Poverty with peace and contentment is _____ than riches with incessant fear.
A. more better
B. most better
C. very better
D. far better
E. so better
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is D.[/su_spoiler]
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6. Which of the following sentences is in the passive voice?
A. He preached a good sermon last Sunday.
B. The students are being taught by the teacher.
C. The student comes late every day.
D. She made a promise to her son.
E. We will go to the cinema in the evening.
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B.[/su_spoiler]
From the words lettered A-E, choose the word that best competes the sentence.
7. African leaders should be cautious of ____ who praise every government action.
A. critics
B. parasites
C. enthusiasts
D. sycophants
E. militants
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is D.[/su_spoiler]
From the options lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
8. The gateman asked me ________.
A. who I am
B. who I was
C. who am I
D. who are you
E. whom I was
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B.[/su_spoiler]
From the options lettered A – E, choose the one that has the SAME MEANING as the words written in capital letters.
9. On a crucial issue like this, I am sure that Nnenna will SIT ON THE FENCE.
A. Nnenna will speak out her true feeling.
B. Nnenna will not commit herself to any side.
C. Nnenna will be defensive.
D. Nnenna will judge between the two parties.
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B.[/su_spoiler]
10. Good children should not disagree ____ their parents.
A. of
B. with
C. by
D. to
E. for
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B.[/su_spoiler]
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