From the alternatives lettered A to D, choose the one which most suitably completes each sentence.
1.
The jury acquitted the man............ murder.
from
of
on
with
2.
Ama's essay is superior............ that of Adzo.
from
over
than
to
3.
I would study hard for the examination if I............ you.
am
be
was
were
4.
I cannot tell you............
what about the story is.
what about is the story.
what is the story about.
what the story is about.
5.
That troublesome friend of............ is here again.
he
him
his
himself
6.
I told you to leave my office,............ I
aren't
didn't
don't
wasn't
7.
Kofi traveled five days............
ago.
hence.
now.
since.
8.
Kwame's uncle, with his three friends,............ coming home tomorrow.
are
is
were
would be
9.
I am afraid I cannot make you............
in
on
out
up
10.
The plane takes............ at noon.
from
of
off
to
11.
Please, can I have............ salt in my soup?
little more
a few more
a little more
few more
12.
I wish I............ my friend next week.
can visit
am visiting
shall visit
could visit
13.
By September 2007, I............ school for nine years.
had attended
have attended
have been attending
shall have attended
14.
............ Aso runs short of money, what would she do?
If
In case
Should
Were
15.
Human beings will not live forever,............
will they
isn't it
does it
shall they
16.
I saw Esi............ a new pair of shoes.
bought
buy
buys
to buy
17.
Let us have a cup of tea,............?
do we
shall we
should we
would we
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
18.
The headteacher's arrival in the classroom was sudden.
quick
strange
unexpected
unusual
19.
It is rude to talk loudly in the presence elderly people.
incorrect
improper
unwise
20.
The pupils grumbled about the assignment.
bothered
complained
talked
questioned
21.
The victim could not identity the thief.
discover
find
know
recognize
22.
Armed robbery is a very risky undertaking.
dangerous
dreadful
unacceptable
uncertain
In each of the following sentences a group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined group of words.
23.
For all his brilliance, Kofi could not solve the problem. This means that Kofi failed to solve the problem
as he clever enough.
even though he was clever.
as he was too clever.
for he was still clever.
24.
The manager's decision on the matter is cut and dried. This means that the manager's decision is
clear.
simple.
unchangeable.
unknown.
25.
Abla made an ass of herself at the party. This means that Abla behaved
foolishly.
shamefully.
uncontrollably.
unpleasantly.
26.
In spite of his boasting, Mensah proved to be a chicken-hearted fellow. This means that Mensah was
cowardly.
mean.
stupid.
weak.
27.
Efua can always talk her way out of trouble. This means that Efua
is troublesome.
can defend herself.
can avoid trouble .
is talkative.
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word underlined in each sentence.
28.
My friend welcomed my suggestion.
changed
discusesd
disliked
rejected
29.
Unlike her sister, Ackah is stingy.
friendly
generous
selfless
sympathetic
30.
Serwaa's dress was decent.
dirty.
old.
shabby.
ugly.
31.
It is compulsory for all pupils to be school uniform for the ceremony.
considerate
optional
unnecessary
expected
32.
Aminata is boastful about her beauty.
careless
humble
modest
uneasy
From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that correctly answers each question or completes the sentence.
33.
A metaphor achieves the same effects as a/an.............
alliteration.
metonymy.
paradox.
simile
34.
One of the following gives a clue to a character's nature:
what he thinks.
how he feels.
what he says.
how he moves about.
35.
Read the following extract carefully and answer the question below.
The fair breeze blew; the white foam flew,
The furrow followed free;
We were the first that burst
Into the silent sea.
Question:
The dominant sound device used in the extract is.............
alliteration.
onomatopoeia.
pun.
rhyme.
36.
Read the following extract carefully and answer the question below.
The fair breeze blew; the white foam flew,
The furrow followed free;
We were the first that burst
Into the silent sea.
Question:
The device in the extract helps to express the............
silence of the sea.
smoothness of the movement.
whiteness of the foam.
fairness of the weather.
37.
A good novel or play both entertain and............
condemns.
preaches.
teaches
warns
38.
A character that develops in a play or novel in the course of the work is known as.............
complete.
flat.
round
sound
39.
Which of the following best help(s) to develop the plot of a novel or play?
Characters
Literary devices
Setting
Style
40.
A lyric is usually fairly short and.............
tells a short story.
praises a dead person.
expresses thoughts and feelings.
is sung to send a child to sleep.
Write a letter to your District Director of Education giving at least, two reasons why caning should be banned in schools.
Write a story which ends with the expression: '................ what a dream!'
As secretary of the Friends of the Environment club, write a speech you would give to the students of your school on the need to keep the environment clean.
Read the following passage carefully and answer all the questions which follow.
Ali set out the house that morning in high spirits knowing well that hw e was going to meet his childhood friend Kofi. He had heard that his friend was occupying a very high position in a reputable company. Kofi could hardly recognize Ali when the letter entered the former's office.
'So you can't recognize me, Kofi, your classmate, Sikakrom J.H.S? Does money blind people and erase their memory? Can ten short years change you so completely as to make you forget an intimate friend?'
Kofi then suddenly recognize him. 'Sorry, Ali. You've changed so much I couldn't make you out. Please, sit down. What can I do for you?
Ali reluctantly sat down. He admired Kofi's tidy office and person - the well-groomed hair, the attractive shirt and tie. Ali removed a small bottle from the breast pocket of his dust-covered shirt, poured out some white substance in his palm and sniffed it greedily.
Kofi noticed all that but suppressed his anger. 'I learn that luck has given you great wealth, Kofi' Ali said. 'Indeed, some people are lucky!' he added, and pulled out a crumpled cigarette and a box of matches.
'I'd rather you didn't come smoke here. I keep my air fresh,' Kofi politely ordered. Ali was shocked. 'Hei, Kofi, what a complete change! What bird must have lent you is wings for you to soar so high? Oh, Luck, you can really change people! Just ten short years!'
'Look here, Ali, leave luck out of this. I worked very hard hard for seven years to acquire a good degree and a job. I never relied on luck for success.'
(a) What did Ali expect as he left the house to meet Kofi?
(b) Why did Kofi fail to recognize Ali?
(c) What does the passage tell us about Ali's habits?
(d)I. According to Ali, what has made Kofi successful?
II. What actually helped Kofi to succeed?
(e) Explain the following expressions in your own words:
I. in high spirits;
II. erase their memory;
III. I couldn't make you out.
(f) For each of the following words, give another word or phrase that means the same and can fit into the passage:
I. reputable;
II. intimate;
III. tidy;
IV. attractive;
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