Sample English Language 01

Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the double quoted words or expression in each sentence.

1. When the teacher went out of the classroom, the student became “restive”.

Daraprim “suppresses” malaria, though it may not cure it.

In business affairs, awareness of what is relevant to be done is “vital”.

The headmaster will not “rescind” his decision to dismiss the student.

Soccer matches often “generate” hatred and animosity among supporters.

Rich people who “flaunt” their wealth sometimes attract armed robbers.

As a man becomes more educated, he tends to find Science and Religion more
“compatible”.

Smugglers “perpetrate” vicious crimes against the nation.

Some public officials unfortunately “condone” criminal activities of nation wreckers.

We should try at all times to allow our reasons to “prevail upon” our emotions.

Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the double quoted words or expression in each sentence.

Most traditional folk songs were composed by “anonymous” musicians.

I did not mean to “reprimand” you, but merely to warm you.

Herbertha was filled with “bliss” at the thought of travelling abroad.

Ekua Essien’s statement to the police was “corroborated” by her husband’s.

Derrick is not only hardworking; he is also “meticulous”.

Amanda and Eunice were “collaborators” in the search for radium.

The drainage system in the city is in an “appalling” state.

Krobea Asante had to “endure” the horrible food that was served at the party.

The villagers built a fortress which was “impregnable”.

Laurraine “quivered” at the sight of the policemen