WAEC SSCE - English Language - 1996

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Since there was no further comments the chairman called for the ......of the minutes of the last meeting.

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In this context, the chairman is requesting the approval of the minutes of the last meeting. Therefore, the appropriate word to fill the blank would be "adoption," meaning the official acceptance of something. The sentence is saying that since there were no further comments or objections to the minutes, the chairman called for their adoption or approval.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Considering that he earns a very fat salary, the engineer ought to have built a house by now. This means that the engineer

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The sentence "Considering that he earns a very fat salary, the engineer ought to have built a house by now" suggests that the engineer has not built a house yet, even though he earns a very good salary. Therefore, the interpretation that is most appropriate for this sentence is option B: "has not built a house though he earns a handsome salary." So, the correct answer is option B - has not built a house though he earns a handsome salary.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The goal lifted the team from the agony of defeat to the .......of victory

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The underlined word in the sentence is "agony", which means extreme physical or mental suffering. We are asked to choose a word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "agony" and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence. Looking at the options, the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "agony" is "ecstasy". Ecstasy means an overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement. It is the opposite of agony, which means extreme suffering. Therefore, the word that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence and is opposite in meaning to "agony" is "ecstasy". The sentence will read: "The goal lifted the team from the agony of defeat to the ecstasy of victory." Hence, the answer is option E: ecstasy.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The road cannot be constructed without

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The word that best completes the sentence is "those huge earth-moving machines". This is because the sentence is referring to a specific type of machines, which are the "earth-moving machines", and they are further described as "huge". The correct sentence structure is to start with the subject "those huge earth-moving machines" followed by the verb "cannot be constructed without".

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Contrary to our expectations, the principal rose to the occasion. This means that the principal

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The correct interpretation for the sentence "Contrary to our expectations, the principal rose to the occasion" is that the principal proved himself able to handle the situation.

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The soldiers pledged their....loyalty to their commander

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The sentence states that the soldiers pledged their loyalty to their commander, indicating that their loyalty was complete and undivided. Therefore, the word that best completes the sentence is "unalloyed," which means complete and undivided.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The word that best completes the gap in question 87 is "concessions." The sentence says that a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer. This implies that the country would need to offer something in exchange for other countries reducing their restrictions on imports. The word "concessions" means giving something up or making a compromise, which fits the context of the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The newly married couple are not...........with each other

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The correct option is "getting along". This sentence means that the newly married couple are not compatible or friendly with each other. "Getting along" means to have a good relationship or rapport with someone, while the other options do not fit the context of the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
What.......these last three years?

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The correct option is "have you been doing with yourself". This is because the sentence is referring to a period that started in the past and is still ongoing. The present perfect tense "have been doing" is used to describe an action that started in the past and is still happening.

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The judge warned that he would not tolerate any interruption of the .....of the court

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The correct option is "proceedings." The sentence suggests that the judge is cautioning those in the courtroom to not interrupt the proceedings of the court. "Proceedings" refer to the events that occur in a court of law during a trial, including hearings, arguments, and judgments. The other options, such as "deliberations," "debates," and "processions," are not appropriate in the context of a court of law.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The word "instruments" in the passage refers to the tools used by doctors to examine the injured man thoroughly. Option D "clinical" is the most suitable word to fill the numbered gap in the passage because it refers to the branch of medicine that deals with the direct examination and treatment of patients. Therefore, the doctors were using clinical instruments to examine the patient.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The best option to complete the gap in question 78 is "restrictions." This is because the context of the sentence suggests that governments impose restrictions on their trade. The other options, such as limitations or constraints, could also fit in the sentence, but "restrictions" is the most appropriate choice.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
All that were left after the riots were the charred remains of vehicles and houses.

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The word "charred" in the sentence means "burnt", as it refers to the remains of vehicles and houses that were left after the riots. Therefore, option A - "burnt" - is the word nearest in meaning to "charred" in the sentence.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
On a crucial issue like this, I am sure that Peter, as usual, will sit on the fence. This means that Peter will

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The correct interpretation of the sentence "On a crucial issue like this, I am sure that Peter, as usual, will sit on the fence" is that Peter will not commit himself to any side. Sitting on the fence is an idiom which means to remain neutral and not take a stand or choose a side in a conflict or dispute. Therefore, the speaker expects that Peter will not take a clear position on the important issue being discussed.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The robber's two jail terms are to run concurrently

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The word "concurrently" in this sentence means that the two jail terms will run at the same time. The correct option is therefore "simultaneously", which means "occurring at the same time".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The government has been urged to provide more facilities for training..........

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The correct answer is "the physically disabled and mentally retarded". This is because the word "training" implies that the sentence is referring to a group of people who require training in a particular area. The use of the definite article "the" before "physically disabled and mentally retarded" indicates that the sentence is referring to a specific group of people, rather than a general category of individuals. The plural form of "disabled" and "retarded" is also more appropriate in this context, as it acknowledges that there is a diverse range of people with different disabilities and levels of intellectual functioning who require training.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
His account of the incident isn't true, he just.......

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The best option to complete the sentence is "made it up." This is because the phrase "made it up" means to create a false story or to lie about something. Therefore, if someone's account of an incident is not true, it is likely that they have "made it up."

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The judge restrained the landlord from...the tenant

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In the given sentence, the word "restrained" implies that the judge has taken action to prevent the landlord from doing something to the tenant. Among the options provided, only "ejecting" makes sense in this context as it means to force the tenant out of the property or premises. Therefore, the correct answer is: - ejecting

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many children are suffering from.....because of poor feeding

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The word that best completes the sentence is "malnutrition" (option E). The sentence suggests that many children are suffering due to poor feeding. Malnutrition is a condition that occurs when the body does not get the required amount of nutrients. In this case, it is caused by poor feeding, which means that the children are not getting the necessary nutrients to maintain their health and wellbeing.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Few people prefer the rural to the ........areas

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The underlined word is "rural," which describes something related to the countryside. To fill the gap in the sentence, we need a word that means the opposite of rural. Among the options given, "urban" is the best choice because it means relating to a city or town, which is the opposite of rural. Therefore, the answer is A - urban.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The principal, with all the teachers and students.......

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Tolu: I like playing table-tennis Yemi:

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The correct option is "so do I". This means that Yemi also likes playing table-tennis.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
He was so engrossed in his reading that he didn't notice when I entered

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The word "engrossed" in the sentence means completely absorbed or focused on something, to the exclusion of everything else. Therefore, the word from the options that is closest in meaning to "engrossed" is "absorbed" (option D). So, the correct answer is option D - absorbed.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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In question 80, the best option to complete the gap is "considerations". This is because the sentence is discussing the actions of governments and the reasons for their restrictions on international trade, which are not entirely swayed by economic factors alone. The word "considerations" fits here as it implies that there are other factors that come into play when governments make decisions about trade policies.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
How I wish she ............the note in time.

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The correct answer is "had seen". The sentence is in the past tense, expressing a desire for something that did not happen in the past. "Had seen" is the past perfect tense, indicating that the action (seeing the note) was completed before a certain point in the past.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The best option to fill the gap in question 94 is "x-ray" because it is a medical instrument used to capture images of the internal parts of a patient's body. In the passage, it is mentioned that doctors used several instruments including one that listens to the sound of the heart and lungs, which is a stethoscope, and one that measures body temperature, which is a thermometer. Therefore, the correct option is "x-ray" which is the most appropriate instrument to use in this context for capturing images of internal organs.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
My father said he once saw a snake...............a chicken.

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The most suitable option to complete the sentence is "swallowing." The sentence indicates that the father witnessed a snake doing something to a chicken, and "swallowing" means that the snake ate or consumed the chicken, which makes the most sense in this context. The other options do not convey the same meaning as "swallowing."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
..........so dejected, he decided to stay at home,

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Ibrahim is gradually.......his problems

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The correct answer is "pulling through". This means that Ibrahim is gradually overcoming or finding solutions to his problems. "Pulling over" means to stop a vehicle by the side of the road, "pulling off" means to accomplish something difficult or impressive, and "pulling out" means to leave a place quickly or suddenly.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
A journalist would do well not to express prejudicial view

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After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
By December this year, I shall have moved from Ibadan to Port Harcourt. This means that I will

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From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
He worked very hard all through his life but he died in penury

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The sentence implies that despite the individual's hard work throughout his life, he died in a state of poverty, so the option that best describes the underlined word is poverty.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Instead of helping to preserve our culture, the youth engage in activities that...........it

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The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word "destroy" is "conserve." Therefore, the correct word to fill the gap in the sentence is "destroy," which would make the sentence read: "Instead of helping to preserve our culture, the youth engage in activities that destroy it."

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The clerk was dismissed for dereliction of duty

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The word "dereliction" in the sentence means failure to perform one's duty or negligence. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word is "negligence."

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Adamu just can't help giving alms to the poor. This means that Adamu.

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The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "Adamu just can't help giving alms to the poor" is that Adamu gives alms to the poor compulsively. This means that he has a strong urge or need to give to the poor and cannot resist doing so, even if it may not be practical or convenient for him.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The workers accused the manager of lying to take the bread out of their mouth. This means that the manager

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Our tour of London came to an end all..........soon.

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The best word to complete the sentence is "too". "Too" means to a higher degree than is desirable, necessary, or possible. In this context, "all too soon" means the tour of London ended sooner than desired.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The bicycle..........on the wet grass for several days

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The correct option is "has been lying". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense, which is formed using the auxiliary verb "has/have" + "been" + present participle (-ing form) of the verb. The sentence describes an action that started in the past and is still ongoing in the present. Therefore, the correct form of the verb "lie" is "lying", and the correct auxiliary verb is "has been".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The missing word in the gap is used to describe the level to which governments impose restrictions on their trade. Among the options given, "extent" is the word that best fits the context of the sentence. It means the degree or magnitude to which something happens or is present. So, in this case, the sentence is referring to the extent to which governments impose restrictions on trade, which means the degree to which they impose those restrictions.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
..........round the house I observed that there were more broken louvres than had been reported

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In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The best option to fill the gap in question 92 is "thermometer". The passage describes how doctors used various instruments to treat the injured man in the hospital, including one to measure body temperature. A thermometer is an instrument used to measure body temperature and is commonly used in medical settings.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The most suitable word to fill the numbered gap in the passage is "ward." In the context of a hospital, a ward is a large room with several beds for patients who need similar medical care. In this sentence, the patient is being transferred to a special care ward, indicating that the patient needs a higher level of medical attention than what was provided in the accident department.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The best option to complete the gap in question number 99 is "intensive". In the context of the passage, the word "intensive" is commonly used to describe a high level of care or treatment. The phrase "those under intensive care" implies that the patient requires close and constant monitoring and medical attention. Therefore, option E is the correct choice.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The minister explained that the execution of the project had been impeded by lack of funds

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From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The manager warned the workers that the company would no longer tolerate their incessant demand for salary increase.

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The word "incessant" in the sentence means "frequent". The workers were demanding a salary increase too often and without stopping.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The word that best completes the gap in question number 97 is "stretcher" as the passage is describing how the injured man was transported to the special care unit. A stretcher is a bed-like device with legs used for carrying an injured or sick person. Therefore, option A, "stretcher," is the most appropriate option to complete the gap.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
Mountaineering is really an arduous exercise

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The word "arduous" in the sentence means something that requires a lot of effort and is difficult to do. Therefore, the option that best fits the sentence is "a strenuous" because it also means difficult and requiring a lot of effort.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Each of the players........to receive a gift of N10,000.00

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The correct answer is "is". This is because the subject "each" is singular and therefore requires a singular verb to agree with it. "Is" is the singular form of the verb "to be". So, the correct sentence is "Each of the players is to receive a gift of N10,000.00."

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The Council ratified the controversial recommendation which we thought would be...........

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The word 'ratified' in the sentence means to confirm or approve. The question requires a word that is opposite in meaning to 'ratified' and can correctly fill the gap. The only option that satisfies these conditions is 'rejected', which means to refuse to accept or approve. Therefore, the answer is option D - 'rejected'.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The missing word should be a noun that fits in the context of the sentence. The sentence talks about a conference that is called to consider a reduction of something. The country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a disadvantage, meaning it would be at a disadvantage compared to other countries that had imposed restrictions. Therefore, the correct answer is B) disadvantage.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The journalist said his story on the minister was made from observation at close quarters. This means that the

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The correct interpretation of the sentence would be that the journalist observed the minister intimately, meaning that the journalist had the opportunity to observe the minister closely and perhaps even spend time with them in order to gather information for the story.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The best option to fill the gap in question number 96 is "dressed". The sentence before the gap states that the injured man was examined thoroughly and pain-killing injections were given. So, the nurses must have dressed his wounds to cover them up and help them heal. Option D, "dressed", means to put clothes on, which fits perfectly with the context of the sentence.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
We should regard donations as....and not compulsory

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The word "compulsory" means required or mandatory, so we need to choose the word that means the opposite of "compulsory" to correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "compulsory" is "voluntary." Therefore, the correct answer is option C: voluntary. The sentence means that we should view donations as something that is optional, not required or mandatory.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The best option to fill the gap numbered 93 is "stethoscope." In the context of the passage, the doctors are using various medical instruments to treat the injured man, and one of these instruments is used to listen to the sound of his heart and lungs. This instrument is commonly known as a stethoscope. The other options, such as "microscope," "heliotrope," "horoscope," and "telescope," are not appropriate in this context and do not make sense.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Ranti: Must we finish cracking all the nuts before noon? Ike: No, we

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In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The beleaguered soldiers skilfully.......themselves out of trouble.

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The word that best completes the sentence is "manoeuvred". This is because the word "beleaguered" suggests that the soldiers are under siege or facing difficulties, and the word "skilfully" suggests that they were able to use their skills to get themselves out of trouble. "Manoeuvred" means to move skilfully or carefully, which fits the context of the sentence. The other options - "dispatched", "catapulted", and "proceeded" - do not convey the same meaning of skilfully navigating out of a difficult situation.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
John is too courageous a man to be dispirited by that setback. This means that John.

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The correct interpretation of the sentence "John is too courageous a man to be dispirited by that setback" is that John experienced some difficulties but is still determined to succeed. This means that the setback did not affect John's determination or courage, and he is likely to continue pursuing his goals despite the setback.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The passage describes a visit to a hospital and specifically mentions the accident department where injured patients are treated. Therefore, the best option to complete the gap is "casualty," which refers to the department of a hospital for patients requiring immediate treatment for accidents or illnesses. Hence, option E is the correct answer.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Emeka is quite refined in his manners but his colleague is rather..........

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The word "refined" suggests that Emeka has good manners and is well-mannered. Therefore, the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "refined" and would correctly fill the gap is "crude," which means unrefined or lacking good manners. So, the correct answer is option B, "crude."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He was accompanied..........his friend to the party

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The correct answer is "by". "Accompanied by" is the correct phrase to indicate that someone is with another person or group of people. Therefore, the sentence means "He was with his friend when he went to the party".

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Hassan should have had that promotion. This means that Hassan

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The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "Hassan should have had that promotion" is that Hassan did not receive the promotion, but in the speaker's opinion, he deserved it or was qualified for it.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Olu often goes about with a chip on his shoulder. This means that Olu

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The sentence "Olu often goes about with a chip on his shoulder" implies that Olu often behaves in a manner that suggests he is easily offended, defensive, or resentful. Therefore, the interpretation that is most appropriate for this sentence is option D: "walks with an air of pride and defiance." So, the correct answer is option D - walks with an air of pride and defiance.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
A reasonable man will never refuse to review his action if it becomes necessary

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In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
One species of the animal has gone into extinction while the other is still in ....

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The most nearly opposite word to "extinction" is "existence." In this context, "extinction" refers to the complete disappearance of a species, while "existence" means the state of still being alive or present. Therefore, the correct answer to fill the gap in the sentence is "existence," which indicates that the other species is still alive.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The affluence of the politicians contrasts with the..of the masses

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The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word "affluence" is "poverty." Among the options given, "poverty" is the only word that is the opposite of affluence. The correct option to fill the gap in the sentence is, therefore, A: poverty. So the completed sentence is: "The affluence of the politicians contrasts with the poverty of the masses."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The missing word in the passage is related to keeping a patient under close monitoring. The most appropriate option to fill the gap would be 'observation'. It means to carefully watch or monitor something, which would be necessary in the case of a patient who needs close attention from medical staff. Option A, 'restriction', is not related to the context of the passage, as it implies limiting something, which is not applicable here. Option B, 'diagnosis', refers to identifying the nature or cause of a problem or disease, but it is not appropriate in this context as the patient has already been diagnosed and is receiving treatment. Option D, 'inspection', means to examine something closely, which is somewhat related to the context but does not fully capture the meaning. Option E, 'confinement', means to restrict someone to a particular place, which is not suitable in the context of the passage.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The social critic was asked to recant the allegations he made against the government

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The word "recant" means to withdraw or renounce a statement or belief. Therefore, option A - "withdraw" - is the answer that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.

From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The politician has an inordinate ambition to rule the country

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The sentence means that the politician has an ambition that is much greater than what is considered normal or reasonable. Therefore, the word that is nearest in meaning to "inordinate" in this context is "excessive" (option E).

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He was sent to the Remand Home in the hope that the place would....him

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The word that best completes the sentence is "reform." The context suggests that the person being sent to the Remand Home is in need of correction or improvement in behavior. To "reform" someone means to cause them to change their behavior or habits for the better, which is the desired outcome in this case. The other options, "amend," "improve," "renovate," and "commend," do not fit the context and do not accurately convey the desired outcome of sending someone to a Remand Home.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
I can make a little out of Tolu's story. This means that

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He willed his property to the poor

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After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Amaka was the cynosure of all eyes at the party. This means that

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The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "Amaka was the cynosure of all eyes at the party" is that she attracted everybody's attention.

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
If the customer fails to honour his pledge again, his.....will surely be in doubt

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The correct answer is "credibility". The sentence implies that if the customer fails to keep his promise again, his reputation or trustworthiness will be doubted by others. "Credibility" refers to the quality of being believable or trustworthy.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He got into trouble in an attempt to conceal the truth............me

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The word that best completes the sentence is "from". Explanation: The phrase "conceal the truth" means to hide or keep the truth secret. The word "from" is used to indicate that the person was trying to hide the truth from the speaker, meaning the speaker was the one being deceived. The other options, "to", "against", and "for", do not convey the same meaning and would not make sense in this context.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Bola promised to pay Sade in her own coin. This means that Bola

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The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence is that Bola threatened to take revenge on Sade, possibly by treating her in the same negative way that Sade treated him/her.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The most appropriate option to fill the gap in question 90 is "examined" because it is the action that the doctors were performing on the injured man with the aid of several instruments such as the thermometer and stethoscope mentioned in the sentence. The doctors were thoroughly examining the injured man to diagnose his injuries and provide appropriate treatment. Options B, C, D, and E are not appropriate as they do not accurately reflect the action being taken by the doctors.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The audience gave the actor a standing.......for his beautiful performance.

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The word that best completes the sentence is "ovation". An ovation is a prolonged and enthusiastic applause, and in this case, it refers to the audience's reaction to the actor's performance. The other options are not suitable in this context. "Proclamation" refers to an official announcement, "appraisal" means an assessment of the worth or quality of something, "reward" refers to something given in recognition of service or achievement, and "clapping" simply refers to the act of clapping one's hands.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many people are now used to .....without lunch

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
I am looking forward.......from you before long

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The correct answer is "to hearing". Explanation: The phrase "looking forward" is followed by a gerund or an infinitive. In this case, the correct form is the infinitive "to hear". The preposition "to" is used after "looking forward" to indicate the thing that is eagerly anticipated. So, the complete sentence is "I am looking forward to hearing from you before long."

From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
There was a ten-minute.....during the stage-performance of the play

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The word that best completes the sentence is "interlude". An interlude is a short break or pause between the different parts of a performance, such as a play or concert.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Jide was absent from the meeting yesterday

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The correct option to complete the sentence is "wasn't he?" This is because the sentence is in the past tense, and the question tag should agree with the tense. "Wasn't he?" is the appropriate question tag to use for a sentence in the past tense, to ask for confirmation.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Didn't I give Ada the pen a while ago?

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The correct answer is option C, "yes, you did". The speaker is confirming whether they gave Ada the pen earlier, so the appropriate response would be to affirm that they did indeed give the pen to Ada by choosing option C.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Mary.....passed the examination without the extra lessons she had

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From the words or group of words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
We had to prevail upon him to accept the offer

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The word "prevail upon" in the sentence means to persuade or convince someone to do something. Among the options given, the word that is nearest in meaning to "prevail upon" is "persuade."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
You didn't knock before you entered

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The most appropriate option to complete the given sentence is "did you?" as it forms a question in the past tense, which is suitable for the context of the sentence. The sentence is asking for confirmation of whether the person knocked before entering, and "did you?" is the correct way of forming a question in the past tense.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
There is no doubt that pride is less desirable a quality than...........

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The sentence is comparing the quality of pride with another quality. It implies that pride is an undesirable quality while the other quality is more desirable. Therefore, the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to pride is humility. Humility means having a modest or low view of one's importance, which is the opposite of pride, meaning an excessively high opinion of oneself.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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The missing word in question 79 is related to "governments" and "trade". Among the given options, "foreign" seems to be the most suitable option to fill the gap, as it refers to trade between different countries. Hence, the correct answer is option B, "foreign".

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
When Nosa applied for a loan, the bank manager requested him to put his cards on the table. This means that

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The correct interpretation of the sentence is: Nosa should state openly and honestly what he needed the loan for. This means that the bank manager wants Nosa to provide all necessary information regarding the loan application, including the purpose for which the money will be used, in an honest and transparent manner.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
It was reported that he stole the radio

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The best word that completes the sentence is "wasn't it?" This is because the sentence is in the past tense, and "wasn't it?" is a way of asking if something in the past is true.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The importation of rice is permitted while that of wheat is .........

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In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, five choices are offered in columns lettered A to E. For each question choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
If the advantages of international trade and division of labour are as strong and -76- as economists assert, the student of international trade may well be puzzled by the -77- to which governments impose -78- on their -79- trade. The actions of governments, however, are not swayed entirely by economic -80- When a country aims at economic self-sufficiency; the reasons are generally -81-. For example, a country may wish to -82- its farming industry in order to be able to feed itself in time of war, or it may try to build an iron and -83- industry as part of an -84- programme.
If a conference is called to consider a reduction of -85-, a country that had imposed no restrictions on imports would find itself at a -86-, since it would have no -87- to offer.
I made a visit to the University Teaching Hospital the other day. At the -88- Department where accidents -89- are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident. They -90- the injured man thoroughly with the aid of several -91- instruments such as the -92- used in measuring body temperature and the -93- used in listening to the sound of the heart and the lungs. By using -94-, several internal parts of the patient's body were photographed -95- and pain-killing injections were given. His bleeding was stopped. The nurses. -96- his wounds and he was carried on a -97- to the special care -98- where those under -99- care are kept. The doctor asked the nurses to keep the patient under close -100-

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In the given passage, we are told about a visit to a hospital and the treatment given to a man who was injured in a road accident. In the blank space numbered 89, we are asked to choose the best option from the letters A to E that best completes the gap. Looking at the context, we can understand that the man who was brought to the hospital was injured in a road accident. Therefore, the word that would best complete the gap is the one that refers to the person who was injured. Among the options given, "victims" is the most appropriate word that refers to a person who has been injured, harmed or killed as a result of an accident, crime or any other event. Hence, the answer is option B: victims. The sentence would read: "At the Accident Department where accidents victims are treated, the doctors were battling to save the life of a man who had just been knocked down in a road accident."

You were among a group of students from your school who went on an excursion to places of interest in your country. Narrate to your classmates who did not go what you saw in at least two of the places visited and how you have benefited from the experience.

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You are the chief speaker in a debate on the topic: 'Female children are more beneficial than male children to their parents'. Write out your speech for or against the motion.

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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it. 
      We are today faced with a great ecological problem for which we are largely responsible. The planet Earth, the only home of man is bathed in a steady rain of the sun's rays. Most of these rays supply us heat and light, but a small percentage is deadly. These are the ultraviolet- B rays (or UV -B). If these were to get to the surface of the earth directly, they would kill us off. Luckily, the earth's surface is shielded from these rays by the ozone layer; but sadly enough this ozone layer is being destroyed by man. The ozone layer is formed from a kind of oxygen with three atoms ( \(O_{3}\) ) instead of the normal two (\(O_{2}\) ). 
      Ozone occurs naturally in the stratosphere, several kilometres above the earth's surface. It absorbs the dangerous UV-B rays but allows the much needed and safe light to pass through. There in the stratosphere, it is constantly being created by the sun's rays; thus it is a self-repairing shield. But man is now gradually destroying this vital shield with his industrial gases. The most lethal of these gases are the chlorofluorocarbon, or CFC, which are used in making all kinds of foamed plastic products, propellants in spray cans, coolants in air conditioners and refrigerators and solvents to clean electronic equipment. 
      Down here, they are not lethal. But after they have leaked from air conditioners, plastic foam, cups, etc, they slowly drift up to the stratosphere where, bombarded by ultraviolet rays, they break up at last, releasing chlorine,the real ozone killer. Sadly, one chlorine molecule may remain active for a century, destroying thousands of ozone molecules. 
(a) What is the greatest ecological problem which man faces today? 
(b)(i) What is the ozone layer made of? (ii) Where is it normally found? 
(c) Describe the importance of the ozone layer. 
(d) How is man destroying the ozone layer? 
(e) Give the name of a gas specifically mentioned as very dangerous to the ozone layer. 
(f) What kind of figurative expression is: The planet, Earth, the only home of man, is bathed in a steady rain of the sun's rays? 
(g)  hi are used in making all kinds of foamed plastic products 
(i) What grammatical name is given to this expression? 
(ii) What is its function in the sentence? 
(h) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase that means the same and can replace it as used in the passage: 
(i) shielded (ii) absorbs (iii) vital (iv) lethal; (v)active.

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The performance of your country in a recent international sports competition has generated a lot of comments. Write a letter to the editor of one of your national newspapers discussing the, factors responsible for the level of performance and the lessons that should be learnt.

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Write an article for publication in a national newspaper discussing the causes and consequences of the excessive desire for material wealth among Nigerians.

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A foreign magazine has requested articles on some traditional ceremonies of your people. Write your contribution describing any one ceremony such as marriage, funeral or child-naming.

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You had a quarrel with a very good friend of yours some time ago and since then both of you have not been on speaking terms. Write a letter to him or her expressing your regret at the break in your relationship and your desire for a reconciliation

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 Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.

 
      Of all the banes confronting the economies of developing nations, not in the least in seriousness is inconsistency in policy. Apart from the quite obvious factor of frequent changes of governments in these countries, a phenomenon which invariably tolls the death knell of existing policies each time a government is swept out of office, even stable governments themselves seem to have a knack of modifying policies frequently. A leader of government is often regarded as radical, and hence popular, when he shakes up his cabinet. Such shake-ups often lead to a change of policy. 
      Quite often, such avoidable changes reflect the shifts in the leaders' friendship patterns. In the third world countries, a position at the top attracts large number of friends, a phenomenon which engenders keen rivalry for attention among the friends. Back-biting is hence not uncommon, and a favorite who is today regarded with an office may easily get the boot tomorrow. 
      Besides, the poor economic situation, a common cause of social unrest, brings about frequent changes in policy. An economic policy which does not produce the expected result within a short time is usually thrown out, often with the initiators of the policy. Sadly though the fault lies, not so much with the policy as with factors both within and outside, beyond the operators. The truth here is that failure tends to rush leaders into taking rash actions which result in further damage. 
      Finally, quite a number of the sharp changes are dictated, or at least influenced, from outside. In a situation where a weak country decides to embrace a stronger one. it has to contend with some dictation from the stronger partner. To reach an agreement with another country necessarily means modifying operations at home in so far as the agreement affects activities at home. For instance, to take a loan from a stronger country is to tailor one's economic operations to reflect the spirit of the loan agreement. 
      Frequent changes in policy harm development far more than is realized. Apart from the financial wastage brought about by the sudden abandonment of projects when new rulers assume office, the resulting sense of insecurity scares off foreign investors. Besides, inconsistency of policy hinders the concentration of effort on specific projects. Moreover, the frequent abandonment of projects mid-stream, especially those being executed under international agreements tends to suggest to aid donors and leaders that the beneficiaries are not serious. And potential donors and leaders' prefer dealing with serious-minded and committed leaders.

(a) In three sentences, one for each, state the factors responsible for frequent changes in policy.

(b) In three sentences, one for each, state the results of the frequent changes in policy.

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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it. 

      What is efficient reading? Basically, it involves the ability to read through a passage fairly quickly and the ability to understand what has been read. It is a mark of intellectual immaturity to hold on to a passage for hours without being able to make meaning out of it. Also. it is a mark of bad reading not to be able to recall and discuss what has been read. 
      The foregoing has however put the issue rather too simply. The ability to read through a passage at a good rate can be attained only after a mastery of the grammatical structures of the language. Without a sound mastery of words and how they function under various situations, and understanding how sentences are generated, one cannot read even the simplest passage efficiently. Rather, failure would ever dog one's footsteps. 
      Considering the issue from another perspective, merely mastering the vocabulary and structure of the language is not enough. The reader's frame of mind is equally important. Think of a man who is disturbed by the death of a dear one. Such a man would not be able to concentrate on the reading task. If the death, of the dear one is still fresh, he might read through a passage several times without understanding it. On the other hand. if the reader is too excited, he might not be able to concentrate, Take the case of a man who has just read in the newspaper that he has won a handsome sum of money. If he has to read a passage, he may not be able to concentrate. 
      Furthermore, the physical state of the body affects one's ability to read efficiently. So also does the presence or absence of distractions. This is why it is best to read when the body is still fresh and in a place far from noise and other distractions. 
(a)According to the passage what is efficient reading? 
(b) State any two language skills that are essential for efficient reading? 
(c) State any two other factors that affect a reader's understanding of a passage. 
(d) The reader's frame of mind" (i) What grammatical name is given to describe the above expression? (ii) What is its function in the sentence? 
(e) What figure of speech is the expression  'failure would ever dog ones footsteps'? 
(f) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase that means the same and can replace it as used in the passage: 
(i) immaturity (ii) sound (ii) generated (iv) perspective (v) handsome. 

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