WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2003

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Mrs Jallow has bought a .............bag

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "new black leather". This is because the sentence describes a bag that Mrs. Jallow has bought. The bag is made of leather and is of a black color. In English, the usual adjective order is "opinion, size, age, shape, color, origin, material, purpose" (OSASCOMP). So, in this case, "new" describes the age of the bag, "black" describes the color, and "leather" describes the material. Therefore, the correct order of the adjectives should be "new black leather".

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
I cannot continue the argument because you are biased

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word 'biased' as used in the sentence means 'prejudiced'. It means that the person being referred to has already formed an unfair or unreasonable opinion or attitude towards a particular issue, person, or group, and this is making it difficult to continue the argument.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The secretary was directed to bring.........the matter during the next meeting.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "up". "Bring up" means to introduce or mention a topic for discussion, especially in a meeting or conversation. Therefore, "The secretary was directed to bring up the matter during the next meeting" means that the secretary was instructed to introduce or discuss the matter during the next meeting.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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 scholarship committee has endorsed the student's bursary.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word is "approved." When the scholarship committee endorses a student's bursary, it means that they have given their approval or support to it.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Kate..........tears of joy when she heard about her success

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most suitable option to complete the sentence is "broke into". The phrase "broke into tears" is a common idiom used to describe someone suddenly starting to cry. In this sentence, the context suggests that Kate was very happy about her success, which made her start crying. Therefore, "broke into tears of joy" would be the appropriate phrase to use.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
it is............on parents to advise their children against keeping bad company

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
''You won't tell Daddy,...........you?''

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "will". This is because "will" is used to express a request or desire for someone to do something. In this case, the speaker is asking the person if they will keep a secret and not tell their father. The other options, such as "would", "can", and "shall" are not as appropriate in this context.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the gap in question number 86 is "comprehensive". The passage is discussing insurance policies for a new car, and it is advisable to take a comprehensive policy rather than a basic one. A comprehensive policy provides coverage for more risks than a basic one. Therefore, the option that best fits the context of the passage is "comprehensive".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence before the blank space mentions "a comprehensive policy" and "more risks are covered in the former than in the." Therefore, the most suitable option to fill the blank space is "latter," which means the second of two things already mentioned. So the correct answer is option A: latter.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

To persist.....sin is spiritual death

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "in". The sentence is conveying the idea that continuing or persisting in sin leads to spiritual death. The preposition "in" is used to indicate the state or condition of being involved or engaged in a particular activity or behavior. In this case, the individual is involved in the activity of sinning, and if he persists in it, he will experience spiritual death.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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 my efforts to settle the quarrel between the two friends were futile

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "futile" means "producing no result or effect, useless". Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "futile" is "unproductive" which means "not yielding good results, not productive".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option that completes the gap in question numbered 78 is "unforeseeable". The sentence talks about the various things for which a firm may seek insurance against, such as fire, theft, fraud and other unforeseeable happenings. Unforeseeable means unexpected, unpredictable, or impossible to anticipate, which makes it the most suitable option for the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The blank space in question number 89 refers to the means of communication. The sentence mentions different methods of communication, such as letter writing, telephone, telex, fax, and so on. The question is asking for the word that best fits the space. Among the options provided, "modern" is the best choice. The use of the word "various" indicates that the means of communication mentioned are different, but modern encompasses all of them.

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.
He went too far by insulting the Director's wife. This means that

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct interpretation for the sentence "He went too far by insulting the Director's wife" is that "he should not have gone to the extent of insulting the Director's wife." This means that the person did something that was considered inappropriate or unacceptable by insulting the Director's wife, and that he crossed a limit or boundary by doing so. It implies that he has gone beyond what is considered reasonable or acceptable behavior.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.
Rather than support the Chairman, the members of his board expressed..........to his plans.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word underlined in the sentence is "opposition", which means disagreement or resistance. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "opposition" is "support" or agreement. Therefore, the correct answer is "indifference", which means a lack of interest or concern. If the members of the board expressed indifference, they would not be opposed to the Chairman's plans, but rather uninterested or unconcerned about them.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

All the.....are holding an emergency meeting behind closed doors

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate phrase to complete the sentence is "heads of state." This is because the sentence is referring to multiple people who hold the position of head of state. "Heads of state" is a plural noun phrase that correctly identifies these individuals. Option A ("heads of states") is not correct because the word "state" should not be pluralized in this context. Option C ("head of states") is also not correct for the same reason. Option D ("head of state") is singular and therefore does not fit the context of the sentence, which refers to a group of people. Therefore, the correct answer is B ("heads of state").

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
Guidance counsellors should regard all the information given by students as confidential

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "confidential" in the sentence means that the guidance counselors should treat all the information given by students as private and should not disclose it to anyone without the students' permission. Therefore, the word that is nearest in meaning to "confidential" is "secret."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Haven't you got a football field in your school?..........we haven't.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "No". The speaker is asking a question if the listener's school has a football field, and then providing an answer that they don't have one. So, the appropriate response would be "No", indicating that their school doesn't have a football field.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap numbered 95 is "calls". This is because the sentence talks about the different types of telephones, including local and international ones, and then refers to the action of getting in touch with someone via telephone, which is commonly known as "making a call". Therefore, the option that fits best in the context is "calls".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the gap is "third party." In the context of insurance, a "third-party policy" refers to an insurance policy that covers damages or losses to a third party, such as someone else's property or another person's medical bills, caused by the insured person. This is in contrast to a "comprehensive policy" which provides broader coverage, including damages or losses to the insured person's own property or person.

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 scientist has broken new ground in his research.This means that the scientist has

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "The scientist has broken new ground in his research" is that the scientist has made a new discovery. The phrase "broken new ground" is often used to describe someone who has made a significant and innovative contribution in a particular field, which in this case is the scientist's research.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

Option B, "risks", is the best option to complete the gap in question 80. The sentence mentions "happenings" that firms seek insurance against, such as fire, theft, and fraud, and these are all risks that can potentially cause financial loss. Therefore, it makes sense to choose "risks" as the best option to complete the sentence.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.
In any group there are people who display apathy and others who show a lot of.............

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence suggests that there are two groups of people, one who are displaying apathy and the other who are showing a lot of something. Therefore, we need to choose a word that means the opposite of "apathy" and fits in the context of the sentence. The word that best fits this description is "enthusiasm," which means a strong excitement or passion about something. Therefore, the correct answer is (A) enthusiasm.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The teachers are not likely............promoted until next year

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most suitable option to complete the sentence is "to be." This is because the sentence is talking about a future event - the teachers being promoted - which suggests the need for a future auxiliary verb. "To be" is the correct future auxiliary verb to use in this context. Option B ("to have been") is in the past perfect tense and is therefore incorrect. Option C ("to have") is incomplete and does not make sense in this context. Option D ("to being") is in the present participle form and does not fit the sentence structure. Therefore, the correct answer is A ("to be").

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The contractors set the ladder,.............the wall

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option that completes the sentence is "against." The word "against" indicates that the ladder was placed in a position where it is resting on the wall for support. The other options - "at," "on," and "by" - do not accurately convey this meaning.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the gap in question 91 is "booth". This is because the sentence is discussing the telephone as a means of communication, and a public telephone booth is a common place for people to make phone calls outside of their homes or offices. The other options, such as "house" and "office", are too specific and do not encompass the idea of a public telephone. "Post" is also not a suitable option as it does not fit the context of the sentence.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Interest in education has fallen.....because of unemployment

Maelezo ya Majibu

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 lady swallowed the whole story hook,line and sinker. This means that the lady

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct interpretation for the sentence "The lady swallowed the whole story hook, line, and sinker" is that the lady totally believed the story. The phrase "hook, line, and sinker" is an idiom that means to believe something completely and without question. Therefore, this sentence implies that the lady believed the story without any doubts or hesitation, just like a fish would swallow a baited hook, line, and sinker without questioning it.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap numbered 90 in the passage is "fastest". This is because the sentence talks about the telephone being one of the means of communication without the risk of traveling and the word "fastest" fits perfectly in this context as it implies that the telephone is the quickest means of communication among the listed options such as letter writing, telex, and fax.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Bola,...........won the beauty contest, is my sister.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "who". "Who" is used to refer to a person, and in this case, it is referring to Bola, who is a person.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The national basketball team.........expected back from England this evening

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "is". The sentence refers to a single team, which is the national basketball team. Therefore, the correct form of the verb to use is the third-person singular "is".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He rendered.........................assistance to the community

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word that completes the sentence is "invaluable". This is because the sentence is talking about the level or type of assistance that was provided, and "invaluable" means extremely useful or valuable, to the point where it is impossible to calculate its worth. This implies that the assistance provided was very important and greatly appreciated by the community.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
He............be fat, but he still runs fast

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate option to complete the sentence "He............be fat, but he still runs fast" is "may". The word "may" suggests a possibility, and in this sentence, it suggests that despite being fat, the person is still able to run fast. The word "could" is used to express the past tense of "can" and suggests an ability that may or may not have been exercised in the past. The word "might" suggests a possibility, but with less certainty than "may". The word "can" suggests an ability in the present time, but it does not match the sentence structure, which suggests that being fat should have an impact on the person's ability to run. Therefore, the most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "may", which suggests that it is possible for the person to run fast despite being fat.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The group is committed to....for international peace

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "working". "Committed to working for international peace" means that the group is dedicated to taking actions that contribute to international peace.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
He............be fat, but he still runs fast

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "may". "May" suggests that the person being talked about has the possibility of being fat, but it doesn't mean it's definite or confirmed. It also implies that being fat is not an obstacle to the person's ability to run fast.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Many people were invited to the party but..........were catered for

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "few". This is because "few" implies a small number or quantity, which is appropriate in this context as it suggests that not many people were catered for despite the large number of people invited to the party. The other options, "a few", "several", and "a little", all suggest a larger number or quantity, which would not fit with the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

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The word that best completes the gap in question 85 is "identification." The sentence reads: "A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85-." The context of the sentence suggests that the insured is given a number for proper identification. Therefore, the answer is option B, "identification."

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.
Angela is very indolent but her sister Mary is one of the most...............girls in the school.

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The underlined word in the sentence is "indolent" which means lazy or idle. The sentence talks about the contrast between Angela and her sister Mary, who is described as one of the most something in the school. The opposite of indolent is hardworking, and the word that best fits the blank and is most nearly opposite in meaning to "indolent" is "diligent." Therefore, the answer is option C: diligent, which means hardworking, assiduous or industrious.

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 decision to dismiss the night watchmen was taken in my absence. This means that the decision was

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The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "The decision to dismiss the night watchmen was taken in my absence" is that the decision was taken without the speaker's knowledge. This means that the speaker was not present when the decision was made and they were not aware of it until later.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The breakdown of our marriage was no fault of..............

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From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
God always.........us when we pray

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The correct option is "blesses". This is because the sentence is in present tense and refers to a habitual or general truth. The verb "blesses" is in the present tense and agrees with the subject "God". It indicates that God always blesses us when we pray.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The worker's strike was...........as a result of the Director's intervention

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "called off". The phrase "called off" means to cancel or stop something, especially an event or activity that has already been planned. In this case, the worker's strike was stopped or cancelled as a result of the director's intervention. Therefore, "called off" is the most appropriate option.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
It is advisable to buy durable clothes nowadays.

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The word "durable" in the sentence means something that lasts long. Hence, the option that is closest in meaning to "durable" is "lasting".

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.
We left Kaduna one year ago to the day. This means that we left Kaduna

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The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "We left Kaduna one year ago to the day" is that we left Kaduna exactly one year ago. The phrase "to the day" means on the exact day or anniversary of an event. Therefore, when someone says "one year ago to the day", it means that the event happened exactly one year ago from the current day. The other options are incorrect because they suggest that the time elapsed is slightly more or less than exactly one year. Option B suggests that the time elapsed is one year minus a day, which is less than one year ago. Option C suggests that the time elapsed is one year and one day, which is more than one year ago. Option D is too vague and does not specify the exact time frame.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
I could not distinguish the twins..........each other

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The correct option to complete the sentence is "from." This is because "distinguish" means to recognize or identify the difference between two or more things, and in this context, the sentence is referring to the ability to differentiate between the twins. Therefore, the correct preposition to use is "from," which indicates that the speaker is unable to tell one twin apart from the other. Options A ("with") and B ("to") do not fit the context, and option C ("by") does not make sense in this context. Therefore, the correct answer is D ("from").

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.
It is amazing how Jide became so proud, his parents have always been.........

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The underlined word is "proud" and we are looking for a word that is opposite in meaning. Among the options, the word that is opposite in meaning to "proud" is "humble" which means having a modest or low view of one's importance. Therefore, the correct answer is A - humble.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.
Johnson is consistently assertive but his twin brother is rather..............

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From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Joe........graduated from one of the best universities

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The best option to complete the sentence is "must have". "Must have" implies a high degree of certainty and suggests that it is highly likely or almost certain that Joe has graduated from one of the best universities.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Sometimes minor incidents in our lives stand out because we cherish

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence is incomplete as there is no subject-verb agreement. We can complete it by adding a verb that agrees with the subject "we", such as "remember" or "recall". Sometimes minor incidents in our lives stand out because we remember/cherish them. Therefore, the correct option is "(D) them".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the gap is "dial". In order to make a phone call, you have to dial a number, which means entering the phone number using the keypad of the phone. Therefore, "dial" is the most appropriate option to complete 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.
Japan has blazed a trail in the production of electronics. This means that in the production of electronics, Japan

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence "Japan has blazed a trail in the production of electronics" means that Japan is leading others in the production of electronics. The phrase "blaze a trail" means to be the first to do something or to lead the way for others. Therefore, the most appropriate interpretation of the sentence is "is leading others."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
My uncle made the right choice of career as a detective because he is a very observant man

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In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word in question 99 is related to telephone, specifically to people who use the telephone. The word that best completes the sentence is "subscribers" because subscribers are people who pay for telephone services, and the sentence talks about how they pay their bills through specified banks. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

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The best option to fill the gap numbered 84 would be "policy". This is because the sentence talks about how a number is given to the insured for proper policy. The term "policy" is used to refer to an insurance contract that outlines the terms and conditions of the insurance coverage provided by an insurance company. Therefore, option B, "policy" is the most appropriate word to fill the gap.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The country's aviation industry has lost at least four.........this year alone

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The word that best completes the sentence is "aircraft." The sentence is talking about the aviation industry, which is related to air transportation. Therefore, the correct option is the one that refers to air transportation, which is "aircraft."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

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The word that best completes the gap in question number 77 is "protection" (option A). The sentence is talking about what firms seek from insurance companies, and the options provided are "protection," "provision," "advice," and "aid." Out of these options, only "protection" makes sense in the context of insurance. The sentence is saying that most firms seek protection against things like fire, theft, and fraud, which are risks that they pay insurance companies to protect them from.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the gap in question 81 is "covered" (option D). The sentence is discussing how insurance payments vary depending on the risks to be covered. "Covered" in this context means protected or insured against the risks or hazards mentioned earlier in the passage. Therefore, option D is the most suitable word to fill the gap in question 81.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate option to fill the gap in question number 94 is "desk". In the context of the passage, the sentence refers to the type of telephone common to people, and the word "desk" telephone is a common type of telephone that is usually found on a desk. The other options, such as "roof" or "wall", do not make sense in the context of the sentence. Therefore, the most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "desk".

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
You...........get to the meeting in time

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "had better". This phrase is used to give advice or make a recommendation about what someone should do. In this case, the speaker is asking if the person will be able to make it to the meeting on time and is suggesting that it would be a good idea to do so. "Better" alone is not a complete phrase and doesn't make sense in this context. "Have better" and "may better" are not correct English phrases.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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.
Femi was very......about his political ambition but his sister was open about it

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From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He rendered.........................assistance to the community

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For the first sentence, the missing word should be a word that means "valuable" or "useful". The only option that fits is "valuable", which makes the sentence "He rendered valuable assistance to the community." For the second sentence, the missing word should be a word that describes how the team manager looked after his team lost the match. The only option that fits is "dejected", which means sad or disheartened. Therefore, the sentence becomes "The team manager looked dejected when his boys lost the match."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He rendered.........................assistance to the community

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Answer: - He rendered **valuable** assistance to the community. Explanation: In this sentence, the word "valuable" fits best in the context as it means helpful, useful, or important. It helps to indicate that the assistance provided by the person was significant and made a positive impact on the community. - The team manager looked **dejected** when his boys lost the match. Explanation: In this sentence, the word "dejected" fits best in the context as it means sad or depressed. It helps to indicate that the team manager was disappointed by the loss of his team and that he showed it through his facial expression.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
He did it, but not............in the way I had expected

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From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
...........I come in, please?

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the given sentence is "may". "May" is a polite way of asking for permission to enter a room or space. The use of "might" would suggest uncertainty about the ability to enter, while "should" would imply an obligation to enter and "must" would suggest a requirement to enter.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
"Ladies and gentlemen, let us come together to know.........better"

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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.
Mohammedu Ali won the fight hands down. This means that Mohammed Ail won

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "Mohammed Ali won the fight hands down" is "very easily." This is because the phrase "hands down" is an idiom that means to win something easily and without a doubt. Therefore, the sentence is saying that Mohammed Ali won the fight easily and convincingly. Option A ("after a very tough fight") is not the best interpretation because "hands down" suggests the opposite of a tough fight. Option B ("only narrowly") is also not the best interpretation because "hands down" suggests a clear victory, not a narrow one. Option C ("without using his hands") is not the best interpretation because it is not related to the idiom "hands down" and does not make sense in the context of a boxing match. Therefore, the correct answer is D ("very easily").

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

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In question 92, the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap is "sound". The passage is discussing how telephones work and it mentions that telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit something "by electric" and the missing word is the thing that is being transmitted. Since sound is the most common and appropriate thing that is transmitted through telephones, "sound" is the correct answer.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

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From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
He eats.........

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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.
Both the doves and the hawks agreed on this issue. This means that there is agreement by both

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The correct interpretation for the sentence "Both the doves and the hawks agreed on this issue" is that there is agreement by both those who prefer peace and those who want the use of force. The doves generally represent those who seek peaceful solutions, while the hawks represent those who support military or aggressive approaches to resolving conflicts. So, if both the doves and the hawks agree on an issue, it means that there is a consensus among both groups, regardless of their differing views on the use of force.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Corruption is one of the ills in this country which must be..............

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "eradicated." The word "eradicated" means to completely get rid of something. In the context of the sentence, corruption is referred to as an "ill," which means something that is harmful or unhealthy. Therefore, the sentence is stating that corruption is a harmful issue in the country that must be completely removed or eliminated.

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.
Tamuno's statement is true to a degree. This means that his statement is

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The correct interpretation for the sentence "Tamuno's statement is true to a degree" is that his statement is partly true. This means that there are aspects of his statement that are accurate, but there may be other aspects that are not completely accurate or need further verification.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word is related to the payments that firms make to insurance companies. The sentence says "Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies." The word that best fits in the gap is "premiums," as it refers to the regular payments made by the insured to the insurance company to keep the policy in effect. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
You have failed to heed the warning about your marriage

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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 - D, 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 workshop was intended to............the workers who had been confused by management's decisions

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "confused" is underlined in the sentence, which means the missing word in the gap should be its opposite in meaning. The opposite of "confused" is "enlighten," which means to give knowledge or understanding, so the correct option is (B) "enlighten." Thus, the completed sentence would read: "The workshop was intended to enlighten the workers who had been confused by management's decisions."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Daughters confide.........their fathers more than sons do

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "in". The verb "confide" is usually followed by the preposition "in" to indicate who the person is confiding in. Therefore, the completed sentence reads: "Daughters confide in their fathers more than sons do."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The man said that he would no longer...........his stepson because of his bad behaviour

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From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
To drive on through the red light is an infringement of the law

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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 - D, 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.
Ngozi's beauty is natural but her sister's is rather............

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From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
............I prepare the food, please set the table

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "while." "While" is used to show that two actions are happening at the same time. In this case, the two actions are "preparing the food" and "setting the table." So the sentence means "While I prepare the food, please set the table."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
One does not normally expect problems but..................come

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "they do". The sentence is talking about unexpected problems that might arise in the future, so it's referring to multiple problems rather than just one. Therefore, "they do" is the best option since it refers to multiple problems happening.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option for the gap numbered 93 above is "current." The sentence mentions that wires transmit information using electric (blank) and the only option that fits in the sentence correctly is "current."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

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 chief decide to obtain the land by hook or by crook. This means that the chief decided to get the land

Maelezo ya Majibu

The interpretation that best fits the sentence is: "by any means possible". This means that the chief is willing to do anything in order to obtain the land, even if it involves breaking the law or acting in an unethical manner. The phrase "by hook or by crook" is an idiom that means "by any means necessary".

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
You wouldn't have come if you had known........?

Maelezo ya Majibu

The given sentence is in the past tense, and it's a conditional sentence. The blank space in the sentence requires a phrase that indicates the unreal condition that would have resulted in a different outcome. Out of the given options, the phrase that best completes the sentence is "would you." The complete sentence becomes "You wouldn't have come if you had known, would you?" The phrase "would you" is used to form a tag question at the end of a sentence, which seeks confirmation or agreement from the listener. In this case, the speaker is asking for confirmation that the person wouldn't have come if they had known something. Therefore, the correct answer is option A, "would you."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The driver...........nearly caused an accident

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The boys were fighting...........their sisters were eating

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "while". "While" in this context is used as a conjunction to show that two events were happening simultaneously. So, the sentence implies that the boys were fighting at the same time as their sisters were eating.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The boys covered their noses because of the........odour in the area.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "offensive". This is because offensive means causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry, and in this context, it refers to an unpleasant smell that could cause discomfort. The sentence implies that the smell in the area was so unpleasant that the boys had to cover their noses to avoid breathing in the air. Therefore, the most appropriate option is "offensive".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
My cousin has been married for fourteen years but he has no..........

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "offspring." The sentence implies that the cousin has been married for a considerable amount of time, but has not had any children. "Offspring" means "children," so this is the best word to complete the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The accused was charged with.............because he caused his brother's death.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "fratricide." Fratricide refers to the act of killing one's own brother or sister. The sentence explicitly states that the accused caused his brother's death, so the most appropriate word to use here is "fratricide." The other options, killing, fraud, and negligence, do not specifically relate to the context of the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Since he failed the examination, he could not.....miss the admission

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Her handbag is made...........genuine leather

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "of". "Her handbag is made of genuine leather" means that the material used in making the handbag is genuine leather. The word "of" is used to show the material or substance something is made from. For example, "The chair is made of wood" means that the chair is constructed from wood. Therefore, "Her handbag is made of genuine leather" means that the handbag is constructed from genuine leather.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap in question 97 is "tone." A ringing tone indicates that the line is through and ready to be answered. Therefore, tone correctly fits the context. "Sound" and "bell" may not accurately complete the gap as the ringing tone is not necessarily a sound or bell, and "signal" may be too technical for the context.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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 testimony of the witness was so vague that it was difficult to learn the...........details of the case

Maelezo ya Majibu

The underlined word "vague" suggests that the details of the case were unclear or imprecise. Therefore, the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "vague" and that can correctly fill the gap in the sentence is "specific". "Specific" means clearly defined or precise, which is the opposite of "vague". The sentence would then read: "The testimony of the witness was so vague that it was difficult to learn the specific details of the case."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
The novel makes.............interesting reading

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence "The novel makes interesting reading" is asking for an appropriate adverb that would modify or describe how interesting the reading is. The most appropriate adverb that would fit into the blank is "very," which intensifies the adjective "interesting." Therefore, the correct option is "very" and the completed sentence reads: "The novel makes very interesting reading."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D 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.
There are various options open to you on this matter

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "options" means "choices" in the sentence. It refers to the various alternatives that are available to someone to choose from.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
Isn't it high time we............

Maelezo ya Majibu

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In the given context, the missing word refers to a type of debt that arises from business transactions. The most suitable option to fill the gap is "overdue." This is because overdue debt is a debt that is unpaid even after its payment date has passed. This type of debt is common in business transactions, where companies may have unpaid bills or invoices. Options B and D ("illegal" and "overdrawn") do not fit the context, and option C ("careless") does not make sense in this context. Therefore, the correct answer is A ("overdue").

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
For fixed fees, insurance companies will help a firm insure against -75- and provide some -76-. Most firms often seek -77- against fire, theft, fraud and other -78- happenings for which they pay -79- to the insurance companies. The payments usually very according to the -80- to be -81-. Some of these happenings may be -82- sustained during work or -83- debts arising from business transactions.
A -84-number is given to the insured for proper -85- if you have just bought a new car, it is advisable to take a -86- policy rather than a -87-, for more risks are covered in the former than in the -88-
Communication is a way of sharing information, ideas or jokes with somebody by talking, writing or using signs. Without communication, no one can learn or teach
The various means of -89- communication include letter writing, telephone, telex, fax and so on. The telephone is one of the -90- means of communication without the risk of travelling. One can make a telephone call from a home or a public telephone -91-. Telephones are connected to each other by wires that transmit -92- by electric -93-. The type of telephone common to people is the -94- telephone. There are local and international -95-. To telephone someone. You have to -96- a number.
A ringing -97- indicates that the line is through. As soon as the receiver is lifted at the other end, the ringing stops and communication begins. The communication is -98- as soon as the receiver is put back on its cradle. Telephone -99- usually pay their -100- through specified banks.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word in the given sentence is related to the act of ending a telephone call. So, the best option to complete the gap would be "cut off." When someone puts the receiver back on its cradle, the telephone call gets disconnected or "cut off." Therefore, option C, "cut off," is the correct choice.

You are the main speaker in an inter-house debate. Write your speech for or against the motion: "Corrupt Public Officers too, Deserve Capital Punishment"

Maelezo ya Majibu

None

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

      Chief Ibezim and the District Officer were good friends Ibezim z was the chief Priest of Ani, the earth goddess in Ndiuzo, and although the District Officer was stationed in far-away, Unueke and the Chief Priest by his calling should not travel out of Ndiuzo, their friendship remained as solid as a rock. 
      They became friends after Ibezim had testified before the Distrit Officer in the land dispute between Ndiuzo and umueke. He was the only man to testify against his own people in that dispute, and had struck the District Officer as an honest man who was telling the truth.
      This was what earned Ibezim the admiration and friendship of the District Officer. Consequently, the District Officer advised him to send his son to the new school and the new religion that held out so much promise of positive change in the future. And when the system of indirect rule necessitated the appointment of a warrant chief at Ndiuzo, the District Officer also promptly thought of his honest friend as the most suitable candidate. 
      On the other hand, lbesim s testimony in the land dispute earned him the wrath of many of his own people. They not only held him responsible for their loss of the disputed land but also resented his friendship with the District Officer and his patronage of the new education and religion which were threatening to erode the old ways of the land. So, when the District Officer wanted Chief lbezim at Umueke. and he sought to confer with his people on what to do, his detractors quickly turned their backs on him and left him alone in his dilemma. Some even secretly hoped that he was going to be arrested and detained.
      After a long period of hesitation Ibezim finally decided to break with tradition and go to Umueke. The times were changing and he was sure the earth goddess would understand and condone his going away from the village. 
      When he came back,  those who had wished him the worst got the shock of their lives. They now had a new Warrant Chief to rule over them! 
(a) What had earned Chief Ibezim the District Officer's friendship? 
(b) State two ways in which lbezim benefited from his friendship with the District Officer. 
(c) Give two reasons why the villagers were unhappy with Chief lbezim. 
(d) State the dilemma in which Chief Ibezim found himself 
(e) "....Ibezim finally decided to break with tradition. What tradition is meant here?
(f) "When he came back. (I) What grammatical name is given to this expression? (ii) What is its function as it is used in the sentence? 
(g) ....as solid as a rock" What figure of speech is contained in this expression? 
(h)For each of the following words, find another word or phrase that means the same and can replace it as it is used in the passage (i) calling: (ii) consequently;

(iii) promptly; (iv) wrath; (iv) detractors; (vi) condone. 

Maelezo ya Majibu

None

Write an article for publication in your school magazine on: "The evil effects of examination malpractice in our society."

Maelezo ya Majibu

None

Your brother is about to enter secondary school. Write a letter to him, stating at least three problems he is likely to face in school and suggesting ways of solving them. 

Maelezo ya Majibu

None

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

      Among the giraffes, zebra! and gazelles that roam the vast African savanna, perhaps remarkable creature is the Ostrich. Standing about 2.5 metres tall and weighing up to 155 kilograms, the ostrich is the largest bird in existence. No one can fail to be awed and fascinated by the bird's great height, powerful legs and beautiful fluffy feathers. 
      Like the camel, the ostrich is tolerant of high temperatures and thrives in desert country. It also has long luxuriant eyelashes which protect its large eyes from the dust of the bushveld. Its legs are long and sinewy and its feet are strong creeps or crawls. It also dines on insects, snakes, rodents, roots and most vegetation. Because of its great size it cannot fly. However, its muscular legs are powerful enough to make it one of the fastest creatures on earth. Running across desert country, it can attain speeds of up to 65 kilometres an hour! This extraordinary swiftness and its long-distance stamina enable it to outrun many of the fastest four-legged predators with ease. 
    The eggs of the ostrich are the largest in the world and can weigh up to 1.5 kilograms each. Prized for its size and delicious taste, each egg is the equivalent of 25 hens' eggs. The shell is hard and glossy and has a glazed porcelain-like finish. The empty shell is sometimes used as a container by bushmen for storing water. 
      In the 14th century, ostrich feathers became highly valued by fashion conscious Europeans, Yet hunting the ostrich was not easy, since the birth has very keen eyesight and swiftly flees from danger. Consequently, the ostrich was in no danger of extinction at that time.
      But in the 19th century, armed with modern weapons, hunters slaughtered ostriches by the millions, and today the noble ostrich has become an endangered species. 
(a) Give three reasons why the ostrich egg is considered valuable. 
(b) How does the ostrich survive attack by predators ?
(c) What common characteristic of birds does the ostrich lack? 
(d) Why did the Europeans value ostrich feathers? 
(e) The eggs of the ostrich...."  (i) What is the grammatical name given to this expression? (ii) What is its function as it used in the sentence? 
(f) What is the writer's attitude to the ostrich? 
(g) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase that means the same and can replace it as it is used in the passage: (i) vast; (ii) remarkable; (iii) fascinated: (iv) thrives; (v) outrun; (vi) extinction  

Maelezo ya Majibu

None

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

      The dramatic increase in life expectancy globally towards the end of the twentieth century has renewed interest among scientists and laymen alike in the subject of longevity and he ageing process. This lengthening of life has been one of the greatest achievements of humanity. It was in recognition of this fact that the United Nations formally designated 1999 as the "International Year of Older Persons". Demographers tell a surprising story: octogenarians and older people, instead of the young, now form the fastest growing population group on earth. 

      What then are the factors that determine man's health and the length of his life? Recent studies have identified so„ of these. It is known that the sounder your habits the longer your life may last. Nutritionists have told us that we W what we eat, that is to say, that what we eat influences the state of our health. Instead of over-eating, one should e,e a balanced diet including fruit and plenty of vegetables. Moderate physical exercise on a regular basis is of immense benefit. The family doctor should be consulted on how much exercise and what type are most appropriate for each individual. studies have shown that simple exercises in and around the home help the elderly to regain strength and vitality. 
      The adage "use it or lose it" applies not only to the muscles but also to the mind. Mental exercise keeps the brains "telephone lines" alive whereas mental decline or serenity starts the moment a person retires and decides to take things easy in the erroneous belief that doesn't have to keep up with the world any more. Many retired civil servants fall into this bad habit. They can change this unhealthy habit by being actively engaged in reading, travel, education, clubs, professional associations. It is believed that such activities not only lift the spirit but also "rewire"the brain. 
      In addition to these is the environment. In many developing countries the environment poses grave dangers to health, often resulting in preventable deaths.  Access to clean safe water is severely limited. There are huge mountains of refuse breeding vermin, cockroaches and disease causing germs in both rural and urban areas. All this contribute, to the low life expectancy in these countries. Better sanitation, safer water for all and a reduction of vermin in the home will improve man's environment bolster his health and extend his life-span. 
      The next factor is the state of medical care available in our countries. In the developed countries, advances in medical science have dramatically improved health and delivery. Unfortunately, the reverse has been the case in the poor countries of Africa and Asia. For example, in the USA, only one woman in 12,500 dies from pregnancy-related causes whereas one in 21 dies in Africa from the same causes! That speaks volumes about the deplorable state medical services. 
      Finally, man has made a breakthrough in controlling his genetic make-up. A decade or so ago, he had no control whatsoever over his genetic engineering. Now, he can re-design his genetic constitution to ensure better health and longer life.

(a) In six sentences, one for each, state the factors that improve man's health and life-span.
 

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Write a story ending with: "He reaped what he sowed." The story should be suitable for publication in your school magazine. 

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Write a letter to you Local Government Authority commenting on three healt hazards in your area. Make suggestions as to how the situation can be improved. 

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