After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

Jumoke knew that her husband had had a drop too many when he asked her to pack out. This means that her husband was

• A. sleepy
• B. confused
• C. drunk
• D. joking

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.

The prosecutor was accused ofobstructing justice

• A. hindering
• B. retarding
• C. stopping
• D. interrupting

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

It was quite impossible for him not to have noticed that Lola had arrived. This means that he

• A. should have known that Lola had arrived
• B. found it impossible to say that Lola had arrived
• C. said that Lola had not arrived
• D. pretended not to know that Lola had arrived

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.

They have tried tocircumvent the restriction on the importation of scarce commodities

• A. bypass
• B. confront
• C. oppose
• D. challenge

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.

A gully, which is anatural phenomenon should not be mistaken for a tunnel, which is..........

• A. supernatural
• B. false
• C. artificial
• D. modern

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

my father advised us not to go with the crowd.This means that he advised us not to

• A. stay in the crowd
• B. have many friends
• C. travel with many people
• D. be unduly influenced by others

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Sailors are usuallydauntless in their exploits.

• A. selfless
• B. ruthless
• C. excited
• D. frightened

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.

The government has approved a new salary structure as an incentive for workers

• A. a reward
• B. an encouragement
• C. a package
• D. an advance

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

The plan to upgrade the dispensary to a general hospital did not materialize. This means that

• A. the arrangements did not work out as wished
• B. the plan was badly executed
• C. it was difficult to obtain the materials
• D. the plan did not meet the required specifications

You are the chief speaker in a debate on the topic Wealth is more important than health, Write your speech for or against the topic.