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.
Despite their unrefined behaviour, the visitors were given preferential treatment.This means that the visitors were
- A. ill-treated because of their coarseness
- B. treated with caution
- C. well-treated despite their crudity
- D. attended to first by the doctor
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 robbery suspect said he made his earlier confessional statement under duress. This means that he made it
- A. because he was forced to
- B. in the presence of a judge
- C. because he took an oath
- D. with the help of his lawyer
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 plan to upgrade the dispensary to a general hospital did not materialize. This means that
- A. the arrangements did not work out as wished
- B. the plan was badly executed
- C. it was difficult to obtain the materials
- D. the plan did not meet the required specifications
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.
Despite their newness on the job, the workers were remunerated rather handsomely. This means that
- A. the salaries were poor
- B. those paid were handsome in appearance
- C. the salaries were attractive
- D. the workers were paid by handsome accountants
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Clara, your writing is difficult to read: you must try to make it…………..
- A. easier
- B. legible
- C. large
- D. eligible
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
She was………and it was not clear to me what she meant.
- A. unknown
- B. unintelligible
- C. indefinite
- D. illegible
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The doctor listened to my heart-beat with a ……….
- A. microscope
- B. scalpel
- C. chronometer
- D. stethoscope
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The president complained that too many doctors have……….for better remuneration.
- A. repatriated
- B. exiled
- C. emigrated
- D. immigrated
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
That boy is mentally unbalanced, so you should be…………of his behaviour
- A. tolerant
- B. tolerable
- C. apologetic
- D. careful
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Everyone was disappointed to see the pastor doing those things that were…………with the morals he preached
- A. complacent
- B. inconsistent
- C. conducive
- D. incompetent
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The press will no longer be free when the new government starts to …………the newspapers
- A. censure
- B. edit
- C. publish
- D. censor
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
I should be as ………….as Kofi if I were so rejected by a close friend
- A. conscious
- B. timid
- C. aggrieved
- D. courteous
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Mr Collins does not allow his name to be published in connection with his philanthropy because he……….. publicity
- A. wields
- B. lacks
- C. detests
- D. denies
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
When you……………an opponent’s point in a debate, you must do so politely
- A. refute
- B. rebuke
- C. reject
- D. refuse
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.
If you do not drive with care you may be charged for……….
- A. recklessness
- B. drunkenness
- C. overspeeding
- D. ignorance
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.
He didn’t lose the fight because of his bravery but for his………….
- A. ignorance
- B. strength
- C. cowardice
- D. rashness
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.
Personally, I give in rather easily when it comes to arguments, but Emeka will always……….to his opinion
- A. hold in
- B. hold on
- C. hold up
- D. hold back
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 curious how Bayo can be so carefree in his ways while his younger brother is so……….,,
- A. meticulous
- B. eccentric
- C. indifferent
- D. active
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.
He intentionally hid the document but his secretary………….burnt them
- A. carelessly
- B. willingly
- C. accidentally
- D. foolishly
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 crops the farmer planted will be……..in three months’ time
- A. sold
- B. weeded
- C. uprooted
- D. harvested
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.
A gully, which is a natural phenomenon should not be mistaken for a tunnel, which is……….
- A. supernatural
- B. false
- C. artificial
- D. modern