Post Utme University of llorin English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

Choose the one that is opposite or closest opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

She is often meticulous about her physical appearance, but rather ____________ about enviroment.

A. Fastidious
B. Tidy
C. Careful
D. Careless

Question 27:

Choose the one that is opposite or closest opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

He is usually clear in his speech, his present ____________

A. State
B. Confusion
C. Incoherence
D. Illegibility

Question 28:

Choose the one that convey the meaning of each of the sentences

It is very unwise to lock the stable door after the horse has bolted.

A. To take precautions too late
B. To be careless
C. To fool oneself.
D. To leave the stable door open
E. To lock the door each time you leave the stable

Question 29:

Choose the one that convey the meaning of each of the sentences

In his broadcast the governor tried to pour oil on troubled waters.

A. Use sweet words
B. Bring order into a confused situation.
C. Appease his subject.
D. Spray oil on the stagnant pools.
E. Explain what had happened.

Question 30:

Choose the one that convey the meaning of each of the sentences

I believe Kemi and Jide are nodding acquaintances.

A. Know each other slightly.
B. Close friends.
C. Intimate friends
D. Know each other through a nod.
E. Nod each time they see each other.