English Language — Foundations

1. Neither the captain nor the players ___ satisfied with the result.

2. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Lagos is known for its heavy traffic, popularly called 'gridlock' by residents. Many commuters spend several hours daily trying to get to their offices or schools. To beat the traffic, some people wake up as early as four o'clock in the morning, while others prefer to travel late at night. The state government has tried several measures, including the construction of more roads and the introduction of a light rail system, to reduce the congestion. However, the rapid increase in population and the number of vehicles on the road continue to pose a challenge." Why does traffic congestion remain a challenge in Lagos despite the government's efforts?

3. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Lagos is known for its heavy traffic, popularly called 'gridlock' by residents. Many commuters spend several hours daily trying to get to their offices or schools. To beat the traffic, some people wake up as early as four o'clock in the morning, while others prefer to travel late at night. The state government has tried several measures, including the construction of more roads and the introduction of a light rail system, to reduce the congestion. However, the rapid increase in population and the number of vehicles on the road continue to pose a challenge." As used in the passage, the word "congestion" means

4. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Lagos is known for its heavy traffic, popularly called 'gridlock' by residents. Many commuters spend several hours daily trying to get to their offices or schools. To beat the traffic, some people wake up as early as four o'clock in the morning, while others prefer to travel late at night. The state government has tried several measures, including the construction of more roads and the introduction of a light rail system, to reduce the congestion. However, the rapid increase in population and the number of vehicles on the road continue to pose a challenge." What is the passage mainly about?

5. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Lagos is known for its heavy traffic, popularly called 'gridlock' by residents. Many commuters spend several hours daily trying to get to their offices or schools. To beat the traffic, some people wake up as early as four o'clock in the morning, while others prefer to travel late at night. The state government has tried several measures, including the construction of more roads and the introduction of a light rail system, to reduce the congestion. However, the rapid increase in population and the number of vehicles on the road continue to pose a challenge." Which of the following measures has the state government introduced to reduce traffic congestion?

6. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Tunde was a bright student in Government Secondary School, Kaduna. Every morning, he woke up at five o'clock to revise his notes before going to school. His teachers admired his dedication, especially in Mathematics and English Language. Despite coming from a humble background, Tunde never allowed poverty to discourage him. He often reminded his classmates that education was the greatest inheritance a poor man could give his child. During the mock examination, he scored the highest mark in his class, which encouraged his teachers to nominate him for a scholarship." As used in the passage, the word "dedication" most nearly means

7. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Mama Ngozi woke up before dawn every day to prepare her stall at Oyingbo market. She sold fresh vegetables, tomatoes, and pepper which she bought directly from farmers in Otta. Her customers trusted her because she never sold stale goods. Although business was sometimes slow during the rainy season, she remained patient and cheerful. She always told her children that hard work and honesty were the keys to success. By evening, she would count her profit, set aside money for her children's school fees, and thank God for another good day." Where did Mama Ngozi get her farm produce from?

8. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Alhaji Musa had been a farmer in Kano State for over thirty years. He grew maize, millet, and groundnuts on his large farm. Every year, he watched the sky closely, waiting for the first rain before planting his seeds. His neighbours often sought his advice because of his vast experience in farming. Although modern machines had made farming easier for younger farmers, Alhaji Musa still preferred using his hoe and cutlass, tools he had used since his youth. He believed that traditional methods produced better yields and preserved the soil's fertility." What is the passage mainly about?

9. Choose the option opposite in meaning to generous.

10. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Mama Ngozi woke up before dawn every day to prepare her stall at Oyingbo market. She sold fresh vegetables, tomatoes, and pepper which she bought directly from farmers in Otta. Her customers trusted her because she never sold stale goods. Although business was sometimes slow during the rainy season, she remained patient and cheerful. She always told her children that hard work and honesty were the keys to success. By evening, she would count her profit, set aside money for her children's school fees, and thank God for another good day." According to the passage, why did customers trust Mama Ngozi?

11. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Mama Ngozi woke up before dawn every day to prepare her stall at Oyingbo market. She sold fresh vegetables, tomatoes, and pepper which she bought directly from farmers in Otta. Her customers trusted her because she never sold stale goods. Although business was sometimes slow during the rainy season, she remained patient and cheerful. She always told her children that hard work and honesty were the keys to success. By evening, she would count her profit, set aside money for her children's school fees, and thank God for another good day." From the passage, it can be inferred that Mama Ngozi is

12. The idiom “to let the cat out of the bag” means to ___.

13. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Alhaji Musa had been a farmer in Kano State for over thirty years. He grew maize, millet, and groundnuts on his large farm. Every year, he watched the sky closely, waiting for the first rain before planting his seeds. His neighbours often sought his advice because of his vast experience in farming. Although modern machines had made farming easier for younger farmers, Alhaji Musa still preferred using his hoe and cutlass, tools he had used since his youth. He believed that traditional methods produced better yields and preserved the soil's fertility." Why did his neighbours often seek his advice?

14. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Alhaji Musa had been a farmer in Kano State for over thirty years. He grew maize, millet, and groundnuts on his large farm. Every year, he watched the sky closely, waiting for the first rain before planting his seeds. His neighbours often sought his advice because of his vast experience in farming. Although modern machines had made farming easier for younger farmers, Alhaji Musa still preferred using his hoe and cutlass, tools he had used since his youth. He believed that traditional methods produced better yields and preserved the soil's fertility." As used in the passage, the word "fertility" refers to the soil's ability to

15. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Tunde was a bright student in Government Secondary School, Kaduna. Every morning, he woke up at five o'clock to revise his notes before going to school. His teachers admired his dedication, especially in Mathematics and English Language. Despite coming from a humble background, Tunde never allowed poverty to discourage him. He often reminded his classmates that education was the greatest inheritance a poor man could give his child. During the mock examination, he scored the highest mark in his class, which encouraged his teachers to nominate him for a scholarship." What is the main idea of this passage?

16. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Mama Ngozi woke up before dawn every day to prepare her stall at Oyingbo market. She sold fresh vegetables, tomatoes, and pepper which she bought directly from farmers in Otta. Her customers trusted her because she never sold stale goods. Although business was sometimes slow during the rainy season, she remained patient and cheerful. She always told her children that hard work and honesty were the keys to success. By evening, she would count her profit, set aside money for her children's school fees, and thank God for another good day." As used in the passage, the word "stale" means

17. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Alhaji Musa had been a farmer in Kano State for over thirty years. He grew maize, millet, and groundnuts on his large farm. Every year, he watched the sky closely, waiting for the first rain before planting his seeds. His neighbours often sought his advice because of his vast experience in farming. Although modern machines had made farming easier for younger farmers, Alhaji Musa still preferred using his hoe and cutlass, tools he had used since his youth. He believed that traditional methods produced better yields and preserved the soil's fertility." Which crops did Alhaji Musa grow on his farm?

18. Read the passage and answer the question that follows. "Alhaji Musa had been a farmer in Kano State for over thirty years. He grew maize, millet, and groundnuts on his large farm. Every year, he watched the sky closely, waiting for the first rain before planting his seeds. His neighbours often sought his advice because of his vast experience in farming. Although modern machines had made farming easier for younger farmers, Alhaji Musa still preferred using his hoe and cutlass, tools he had used since his youth. He believed that traditional methods produced better yields and preserved the soil's fertility." What did Alhaji Musa wait for before planting his seeds?

19. Choose the option nearest in meaning to abundant.

20. Choose the correctly spelt word.