21. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The meeting was cancelled because of the convocation
- A. brought up
- B. called off
- C. broke off
- D. phased out
Correct Option: Answer is B
22. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. Ayodeji is an ardent supporter of education for the child
- A. cogent
- B. a passionate
- C. an ignorant
- D. an optimistic
Correct Option: Answer is B
23. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The exhibition was an eye opener to all
- A. style
- B. examination
- C. dispatch
- D. display
Correct Option: Answer is D
24. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. As a Journalist, Bola has always had a nose for stories
- A. an instinct
- B. a command
- C. soft comment
- D. cynical statement
Correct Option: Answer is A
25. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. Nwankwo was on the verge of signing a two-year contract with the club
- A. brink
- B. summit
- C. height
- D. shore
Correct Option: Answer is A
26. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour
- A. normal and regular visit
- B. unplanned encounter
- C. surprise and impromptu check
- D. working, visit and homage
Correct Option: Answer is A
27. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The new ruler is big-hearted in his dealing with the people
- A. proud
- B. cruel
- C. soft
- D. generous
Correct Option: Answer is D
28. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The essay topic is nebulous
- A. distinct
- B. incorrect
- C. vague
- C. clea
Correct Option: Answer is C
29. Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. The events of last Friday show that there is no love lost between the Principal and the Vice-principal
- A. They like each other
- B. They work independently
- C. They couldn’t part company
- D. They dislike each othe
Correct Option: Answer is D
30. Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. If he were here, it could be more fun
- A. He did not show up and so the occasion lacked much fun
- B. He was being expected to supply more fun
- C. There was no fun because he was not present
- D. He was expected but did not show up to liven up the occasion