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UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Pick out the option with a different rhyme
A
Roar
B
Four
C
Growl
D
Bore
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'Growl' has a different rhyme from the other words. Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sound. In this case, 'Bore', 'Four', and 'Roar' all end with the '-ore' sound, while 'Growl' ends with the '-owl' sound.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67316)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
The primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D choose the one that has the correct stress.
category
A
cat-e-GO-ry
B
CAT-e-go-ry
C
cat-e-go-RY
D
cat-E-go-ry
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In English pronunciation, the word 'category' has the primary stress on the first syllable. Therefore, the correct option is 'CAT-e-go-ry'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67317)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Ummi is an Arabic word that is directly translated to mean_____
A
My mom
B
My mother
C
grandmother
D
Godmother
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In Arabic, 'Ummi' is directly translated to mean 'My mother'. This can be seen on page 3 of the novel. According to Ummi, she was named after her paternal grandmother.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67318)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D below, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the passage.
Bisi has become an indispensable member of staff.
A
vital
B
principal
C
dedicated
D
effective
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'indispensable' means something or someone that is absolutely necessary or extremely important in a particular situation. In this context, it means that Bisi is a very important member of the staff. Therefore, the word 'vital' is the closest in meaning to 'indispensable'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67319)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the letter(s) underlined
exist
A
never
B
isle
C
meant
D
helicopter
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
exist - /ɪgzɪst/
helicopter - /helɪkɒptə/
isle - /aɪl/
meant - /ment/
never - /nevə/
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67320)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
In Lafayette, before a stranger is hosted or accommodated, permission must be requested and granted by_______
A
the Hakimi
B
the high priest
C
the governor
D
community oracle
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the novel 'The Life Changer', in Lafayette, before a stranger is hosted or accommodated, permission must be requested and granted by the Hakimi. The Hakimi is a traditional title for a local or tribal leader in some areas of the Middle East and North Africa. This can be seen on page 20 of the novel. It is an important tradition that helps to ensure that no criminal or fugitive from justice is harboured or accommodated in the village.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67321)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the word that does not have the same vowel sound as the others
A
shun
B
son
C
sun
D
short
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The words 'sun', 'shun', and 'son' have the same vowel sound /ʌ/, while 'short' has a different vowel sound /ɔ:/. Therefore, 'short' does not have the same vowel sound as the others.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67322)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Athens had _________ the Greek-states against Persians.
A
refused to help
B
wanted to fight
C
intervened on behalf
D
given orders to fight
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
From the passage, it is clear that Athens had interceded for the other Greek city-states against the Persian domination. This means that Athens had intervened on behalf of the other Greek city-states. Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67323)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Darius took drastic steps to __________ the rebellious Athenians.
A
irritate
B
weaken
C
destroy
D
calm
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the passage, it is mentioned that 'In anger the king sent an enormous army to defeat Athens. He thought it would take drastic steps to pacify the rebellious part of the empire.' This implies that Darius, the king, took drastic steps to calm the rebellious Athenians. Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67324)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Their participation _________to the Athenians.
A
gave hope
B
gave honour
C
gave comfort
D
gave strength
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the passage, it is mentioned that 'Emboldened by this participation, Athenians were prepared to die for their city-state.' This suggests that the participation of all citizens in ruling Athens gave them the strength and courage to fight against the Persians. Therefore, the correct answer is 'gave strength'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67325)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
The people of Delos did not want to __________ the conquest of Greece
A
think about
B
end
C
encourage
D
daydream about
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the passage, it is mentioned that 'The frightened city of Delos refused to believe this. Not wanting to abet the conquest of Greece, they fled from their city and did not return until the Persians had left.' This suggests that the people of Delos did not want to encourage or support the conquest of Greece by the Persians. Therefore, the correct answer is 'encourage'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67326)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
The Athenians were__________ by some soldiers who arrived at Plataea
A
held
B
strengthened
C
welcomed
D
captured
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the context of the passage, the Athenians were 'strengthened' by some soldiers who arrived at Plataea. This is because the soldiers from Plataea reinforced the Athenian troops, providing them with additional strength and support in their battle against the Persians.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67327)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Salma was looking more stunning on the last day of her exams because_______
A
her classmates had planned to go to the beach after the exam
B
her classmates had organized a mini picnic to wrap up the good work
C
All of the above
D
her classmates had planned a photo shoot with some lecturers
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Self-explanatory
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67328)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Why was it a double celebration for Ummi and members of her community when she gained admission into the university?
A
none of the above
B
She had given birth to Omar before her admission to the university
C
Her husband agreed to marry her before she went for university registration
D
she was the first child to leave Lafayette to the university
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Self-explanatory
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67330)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2023
English Grammar
Solution
...1...
A
executive
B
legislative
C
judicial
D
administrative
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This best suits because the senate has to do with the legislative arm and they are saddled with responsibility of law making.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #67331)