Section A: Comprehension
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
Passage: The Importance of Reading
Reading is a vital skill that opens doors to knowledge and imagination. It allows individuals to explore
new worlds, learn about different cultures, and develop critical thinking. For students, reading improves
vocabulary, enhances concentration, and boosts academic performance. However, many young people
today prefer watching videos or playing games to reading books. This trend is worrying because reading
builds a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Schools and parents must encourage children to read by
providing interesting books and creating a reading-friendly environment.
1. What is described as a vital skill in the passage?
a) Writing b) Reading c) Speaking d) Listening
2. According to the passage, what does reading allow individuals to explore?
a) New games b) New worlds c) New sports d) New technologies
3. How does reading benefit students?
a) It reduces homework b) It improves vocabulary c) It limits imagination d) It decreases
concentration
4. What is a concern mentioned in the passage about young people?
a) They read too much b) They prefer videos to reading c) They dislike school d) They avoid writing
5. What should schools and parents do to encourage reading?
a) Ban videos b) Provide interesting books c) Reduce homework d) Stop examinations
6. What does the passage suggest reading builds?
a) A strong foundation for lifelong learning b) A love for games c) A dislike for studying d) A fear of
failure
7. Which word in the passage is closest in meaning to “improves”?
a) Reduces b) Enhances c) Limits d) Weakens
8. What is the main idea of the passage?
a) Reading is unimportant b) Reading is essential for learning and growth c) Videos are better than
books d) Schools should stop teaching reading
9. Why is the trend of young people preferring videos worrying?
a) It improves their creativity b) It affects lifelong learning c) It helps their concentration d) It
increases their vocabulary
10. What is a reading-friendly environment likely to include?
a) Noisy distractions b) Access to interesting books c) Limited book choices d) Strict rules
Section B: Orals (Phonetics)
Choose the word that has the same vowel or consonant sound as the one underlined in the given word.
11. Cat
a) Cake b) Hat c) Car d) Call
12. Book
a) Boot b) Food c) Good d) Moon
13. Ship
a) Sip b) Chip c) Keep d) Lip
14. Father
a) Fat b) Fate c) Far d) Fit
15. Play
a) Plan b) Place c) Please d) Plot
16. Teach
a) Touch b) Think c) Thin d) Time
17. Boy
a) Boil b) Ball c) Bell d) Bull
18. House
a) Horse b) Hour c) Home d) Hall
19. Sing
a) Sink b) Sun c) Son d) Soon
20. Run
a) Rug b) Rag c) Rig d) Red
Section C: Grammar
Choose the correct option to complete each sentence.
21. She ___ to school every day.
a) Go b) Goes c) Going d) Gone
22. The boys ___ playing football when it started to rain.
a) Was b) Were c) Is d) Are
23. I have ___ finished my homework.
a) Already b) Yet c) Still d) Never
24. This is the ___ book I have ever read.
a) Good b) Better c) Best d) Most good
25. If I ___ you, I would study harder.
a) Am b) Was c) Were d) Be
26. The teacher asked the students to ___ quietly.
a) Sit b) Sat c) Sitting d) Sits
27. Neither of the girls ___ to the party.
a) Come b) Comes c) Coming d) Came
28. The book ___ on the table belongs to me.
a) Lay b) Laying c) Lying d) Lied
29. He is ___ honest boy.
a) A b) An c) The d) Some
30. We have been waiting for the bus ___ two hours.
a) Since b) For c) At d) By
Section D: Vocabulary
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to the underlined word.
31. The man was furious when he heard the news.
a) Happy b) Angry c) Calm d) Sad
32. Her performance was splendid.
a) Poor b) Excellent c) Average d) Weak
33. The thief tried to conceal the stolen goods.
a) Show b) Hide c) Sell d) Share
34. The journey was tedious.
a) Exciting b) Boring c) Short d) Pleasant
35. He is known for his generosity.
a) Kindness b) Selfishness c) Rudeness d) Dishonesty
Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
36. The room was clean.
a) Dirty b) Tidy c) Neat d) Organised
37. She is very polite.
a) Rude b) Kind c) Gentle d) Friendly
38. The box is heavy.
a) Light b) Big c) Small d) Large
39. His answer was correct.
a) Wrong b) Right c) Accurate d) True
40. The road was narrow.
a) Wide b) Long c) Short d) Straight
Section E: General Knowledge and Language Use
Choose the correct option to complete each question or statement.
41. Which of these is a pronoun?
a) Table b) She c) Run d) Big
42. A group of words that expresses a complete thought is called a ___.
a) Phrase b) Clause c) Sentence d) Word
43. Which of these is a conjunction?
a) Big b) And c) Quick d) Jump
44. The past tense of “go” is ___.
a) Went b) Gone c) Go d) Going
45. Which of these is an example of a preposition?
a) Under b) Sing c) Happy d) Book
46. What is the plural form of “child”?
a) Childs b) Children c) Childes d) Childrens
47. An exclamatory sentence expresses ___.
a) A command b) A question c) Strong emotion d) A statement
48. Which of these is a proper noun?
a) City b) Lagos c) River d) Book
49. The word “quickly” is an example of ___.
a) A noun b) A verb c) An adjective d) An adverb
50. Which of these is a collective noun?
a) Table b) Team c) Car d) Pen
Theory
Section A: Essay Writing
Answer one question from this section. Each question carries equal marks.
1. Write a narrative essay on the topic: "The Day I Will Never Forget". Your essay should be at least 250
words and include a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
2. Write a descriptive essay on the topic: "My Favourite Place in My Community". Describe the place
vividly, using sensory details to make your essay engaging, in at least 250 words.
3. Write an argumentative essay on the topic: "Should Students Be Allowed to Use Mobile Phones in
School?" Present clear arguments for or against, with examples, in at least 250 words.
4. Write an expository essay on the topic: "The Importance of Education in Modern Society". Explain the
benefits of education and its impact on individuals and society, in at least 250 words.
5. Write a narrative essay on the topic: "A Time I Helped Someone in Need". Describe the experience,
including the events, characters, and lessons learned, in at least 250 words.
Section B: Letter Writing
Answer one question from this section. Each question carries equal marks.
6. Write a formal letter to the principal of your school, requesting permission to organise a reading club
for students. Include your address, the date, a formal salutation, and a clear explanation of why the club
is needed. The letter should be at least 200 words.
7. Write an informal letter to your friend in another town, describing a recent cultural festival you
attended. Use an informal tone and include details about the event. The letter should be at least 200
words.
8. Write a formal letter to the local government chairman, complaining about the poor condition of
roads in your community. Suggest solutions and maintain a polite tone. The letter should be at least 200
words.
9. Write an informal letter to your cousin, inviting them to spend the holidays with your family. Describe
what you plan to do together and why it will be fun. The letter should be at least 200 words.
10. Write a formal letter to a company, applying for a summer internship programme for students.
Explain why you are interested and how you are suitable for the programme. The letter should be at
least 200 words.
