Post Utme University of llorin English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

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

You will need to keep your nose clean; the provost warned the new students.

A. Avoid trouble.
B. Remain calm.
C. Behave decently.
D. Live hygienically
E. Always clean your nose.

Question 32:

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

As time was precious to us we asked him to cut the cackle.

A. Be garrulous.
B. Disorganize the conference.
C. Stop talking and be business like.
D. Summarize the major point
E. Be cut by a cackle.

Question 33:

From the options provided choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

It is expedient for the governor to attend the dinner party.

A. Advisable
B. Inexcusable
C. Not necessary
D. Lawful
E. Wise

Question 34:

From the options provided choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Godstime is naturally taciturn.

A. Friendly
B. Cheerful
C. Lively
D. Garrulous
E. Turns to tact

Question 35:

From the options provided choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The increase in transport fare deterred our club from planning an excursion this year.

A. Deferred
B. Impelled
C. Restricted
D. Encouraged
E. Changed