Post Utme Bayero University Kano English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

A cool bath in a both weathers can be truly invigorating

A. Debilitating
B. Devastating
C. Disgusting
D. Unpalatable

Question 17:

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

The witness decided to conceal the evidence

A. Waive
B. Divulge
C. Hide
D. Destroy

Question 18:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

The party supporters vilified the chairman for the role he played in the crises that rocked the party.

A. Impeached
B. Condemned
C. Challenged
D. Elect

Question 19:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

Publishing as a business venture has become a hot potato in Nigeria

A. Unacceptable
B. Unpleasant
C. Expensive
D. Profitable

Question 20:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

The cynics feared that the nation’s nascent democracy will fail.

A. Illusionist
B. Pessimists
C. Delinquents
D. Critics