This question is based on General Literary Principles and Appreciation.

'If it is true that the world talks too much

then let's all keep quiet

and hear the eloquence

of silence' If it is True' by Richard Ntini

One striking device used by the poet above is

• A. rhythm
• B. contrast
• C. alliteration
• D. end-rhyme

If 5, 8, 6 and 2 occur with frequencies 3, 2, 4 and 1 respectively. Find the product of the modal and the median number

• A. 36
• B. 48
• C. 30
• D. 40

The factors that determine the distribution of vegetation zones are

• A. temperature, light, rain and humidity
• B. light, humidity, air and mist
• C. temperature, light, air and humidity
• D. humidity, snow, frost and dew

Advertising designed to sell more of a company's products than other brands is

• A. persuasive
• B. indirect
• C. competitive
• D. informative

T Lord forbid that i should give you the inheritance of my fathers. The inheritance referred to here is

• A. birth right
• B. the world
• C. the kingship
• D. a vineyard

Which of the following diseases or disorders can be prevented by the application of the knowledge of heredity through marriage counseling ?

• A. Sickle cell anaemia
• B. Haemophilia
• C. Diabetes mellitus
• D. Colour blindness

In the question below choose the optionnearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined: The preacher hasmade good his promise to visit some of his converts today

• A. fulfilled
• B. abide to
• C. seen to
• D. accepted

Which of the following pairs of organisms is in a mutualistic relationship?

• A. Hydra and Sea anemone
• B. Hermit crab and Sea anemone
• C. Dodder plant and Cocoa plant
• D. Mistletoe and Kolanut

Which of the weeds is dispersed by wind?

• A. pig weed (Boerhavia diffusa)
• B. goat weed (Ageratum conizoides)
• C. Hause thorns (Acanthospermum hispidum)
• D. Tridax (Tridax procumbeus)

Money is demanded for which of the following reasons?

• A. to meet unforseen contigencies
• B. to solve the problem of inflation
• C. it is easily divisible
• D. it is portable