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  1. 1.

    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. They had to ........the old buildings to construct the five-star hotel.

    1. A.Close
    2. B.Remove
    3. C.Demolish
    4. D.Damage
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    The sentence suggests that the old buildings had to be removed so that a new hotel could be built in their place. Since demolish means to tear down or destroy a building, it is the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.
  2. 2.

    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. Mother could not prepare the dish because there was....oil available

    1. A.small
    2. B.little
    3. C.a little
    4. D.some
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    Little is correct because it is used with uncountable nouns like oil to show a small or insufficient amount. The sentence means there was not enough oil to prepare the dish.

  3. 3.

    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. Because it had been raining heavily all morning...........people turned out to welcome the august visitor.

    1. A.few
    2. B.quite few
    3. C.only fewer
    4. D.a few
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    Few is correct because it is used with countable nouns like people to show a small number. The heavy rain caused only a small number of people to attend the event.

  4. 4.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    The leader of the delegation was commended for the manner in which he handled the matter, while their hosts were.........

    1. A.applauded
    2. B.praised
    3. C.criticized
    4. D.sanctioned
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    Criticized is the correct answer because it is the opposite of commended, which means praised or approved. The sentence shows a contrast between praise and disapproval of two different groups.

  5. 5.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    Musa is very frugal whereas his friend Audu is ........

    1. A.miserly
    2. B.thrifty
    3. C.precocious
    4. D.extravagant
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    Extravagant is the correct answer because it is the opposite of frugal, which means careful and economical with money. The sentence shows contrast between saving and wasteful spending.

  6. 6.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    Taiwo's flamboyance and Kehinde's.....often keep people wondering if they are really twins.

    1. A.modesty
    2. B.arrogance
    3. C.timidity
    4. D.pretention
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    Modesty is the correct answer because it is the opposite of flamboyance, which means showy or extravagant behaviour. The sentence contrasts a flashy personality with a humble one.

  7. 7.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    People enjoy stories with ........settings rather than those with far-fetched backgrounds

    1. A.practical
    2. B.realistic
    3. C.artificial
    4. D.undefined
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    Realistic is the correct answer because it is the opposite of far-fetched, which means unbelievable or not true to life. The sentence shows that people prefer stories that are believable and based on real situations.

  8. 8.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    We were asked to reach a compromise and not start another.............

    1. A.accusation
    2. B.concession
    3. C.controversy
    4. D.issue
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    Controversy is the correct answer because it is the opposite of compromise, which means an agreement reached after negotiation. The sentence warns against creating further disagreement instead of settling peacefully.

  9. 9.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    He was promoted for his efficiency while his colleague was demoted for..........

    1. A.ability
    2. B.lateness
    3. C.incompetence
    4. D.capability
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    Incompetence is the correct answer because it is the opposite of efficiency, which means being capable and effective in performing a task. The sentence contrasts good performance with poor performance.

  10. 10.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    Okon's business is flourishing while his father's is...........

    1. A.declining
    2. B.progressing
    3. C.withering
    4. D.vanishing
    Show explanation

    Declining is the correct answer because it is the opposite of flourishing, which means to grow or succeed greatly. The sentence shows contrast between a successful business and one that is failing.

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  11. 11.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    You should be ......so as not to be caught unawares

    1. A.serious
    2. B.sober
    3. C.ready
    4. D.alert
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    Alert is the correct answer because it is the opposite of unawares, which means not aware or caught by surprise. The sentence advises being watchful to avoid unexpected situations.

  12. 12.

    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.
    Answer all the question:
    The school authorities expected the contributions to be ..............rather than compulsory

    1. A.willful
    2. B.voluntary
    3. C.deliberate
    4. D.outright
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    Voluntary is the correct answer because it is the opposite of compulsory, which means something that is required or mandatory. The sentence shows that contributions should be given willingly, not forced.

  13. 13.

    n 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.
    Answer all the question:
    The manager who was sacked last month has been

    1. A.retired B suspended C reinstated D promoted
    2. B.suspended
    3. C.reinstated
    4. D.promoted
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    Reinstated is the correct answer because it is the opposite of sacked, which means to be dismissed from a job. The sentence shows that the manager was removed earlier but later restored to his position.

  14. 14.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The ...........programme against childhood diseases has ended.

    1. A.injection
    2. B.vaccination
    3. C.immunization
    4. D.harmonization
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    mmunization is the correct answer because it means the process of protecting people against diseases through vaccination. Since the sentence refers to a programme against childhood diseases, immunization programme is the most suitable expression.

  15. 15.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The accused stated ..........that he was innocent of the crime

    1. A.unequivocally
    2. B.feebly
    3. C.ashamedly
    4. D.excitedly
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    Unequivocally is the correct answer because it means clearly, firmly, and without any doubt. The sentence indicates that the accused declared his innocence in a definite and unambiguous manner.

  16. 16.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The doctor's .................was that the patient was suffering from cancer.

    1. A.prediction
    2. B.verdict
    3. C.diagnosis
    4. D.analysis
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    Diagnosis is the correct answer because it means the identification of a disease after medical examination. The doctor concluded that the patient was suffering from cancer, and that conclusion is called a diagnosis.

  17. 17.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. I was advised to open a..........account with the bank if I wanted to pay in cheques

    1. A.savings
    2. B.deposit
    3. C.loans
    4. D.current
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    Current is the correct answer because a current account is the type of bank account commonly used for transactions involving cheques. The sentence indicates that the person wanted to pay in cheques, so a current account would be appropriate.

  18. 18.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The pastor addressed his..............in a sonorous voice

    1. A.audience
    2. B.masses
    3. C.spectators
    4. D.congregation
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    Congregation is the correct answer because it refers to the group of worshippers in a church. The sentence describes the pastor speaking to the members of his church in a deep and pleasant voice.

  19. 19.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. Many African leaders try to cling.........to power

    1. A.tenaciously
    2. B.judiciously
    3. C.economically
    4. D.socially
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    Tenaciously is the correct answer because it means firmly, persistently, and with determination. The sentence suggests that the leaders hold on to power strongly and are unwilling to give it up easily.

  20. 20.

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The civilian head of state was........in a military coup détat

    1. A.A discharged
    2. B.ousted
    3. C.empowered
    4. D.enthroned
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    Ousted is the correct answer because it means removed or forced out of a position of authority. Since a military coup d'état involves taking power from the existing government, the civilian head of state was ousted from office.

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