2023 UTME ENGLISH


SECTION A COMPREHENSION


Read the passage below carefully and answer the questions that follow


Title: Breastfeeding and Its Importance


Breastfeeding is a natural and vital practice that has numerous benefits for both infants and mothers. It involves the act of nourishing an infant with breast milk, which is produced by a mother’s mammary glands. This practice has been an integral part of human evolution and is recommended by healthcare professionals worldwide. Breastfeeding is essential for the optimal growth and development of infants. It provides a unique blend of nutrition and antibodies that protect infants from infections and diseases. Breast milk contain essential vitamins, proteins and fats, which are perfectly tailored to meet an infant’s nutritional needs during their first six months of life. Moreover, breastfeeding establishes a strong bond between the mother and child. This skin– to-skin contact during breastfeeding fosters emotional security and attachment, which is crucial for a child’s mental and emotional development. It also promotes the mother’s physical and emotional well- being by helping with postpartum recovery and reducing the risk of certain health issues, such as breast and ovarian cancer. In conclusion, breastfeeding is not only a natural practice but also a cornerstone of infant and maternal health. It provides infant with the best possible start in life, offering them essential nutrients, protection from diseases, and emotional bonding. Simultaneously, it benefits mothers by supporting their health and well-being. Therefore, promoting and supporting breastfeeding is of paramount importance for the overall well- being of both infants and mothers.


1. Question 1? From the passage, what is the primary reason breast milk id considered ideal for infants during their first six mouths?

A. It contains unique vitamins not found in other foods.
B. It is tailored to meet their specific nutritional needs.
C. It is less expensive than formula feeding
D. It promotes faster physical growth.

2. Question 2? According to the passage, what is the primary role of breast milk in protecting infants?

A. It offers psychological comfort.
B. It provide a source of entertainment.
C. It prevents infections and diseases.
D. It promotes postpartum recovery.

3. Based on the passage, what is the primary reason skin –to skin contact during breastfeeding is essential?

A. It prevent postpartum depression
B. It foster emotional bonding.
C. It boost the infants IQ.
D. It reduce the risk of breast cancer.

4. What is the ultimate goal of promoting and supporting breastfeeding, according to the passage?

A. To encourage mothers to breastfeed exclusively for the first year.
B. To ensure infants gain weight rapidly.
C. To improve the emotional well- being of mothers.
D. To enhance the overall health and wellbeing of both infants and mothers.

5. In the context of the passage, why is it breastfeeding considered a “natural practice”?

A. Because it involve feeding an infant with any available milk.
B. Because it is recommended by health care professionals.
C. Because it has been practice since the dawn of humanity.
D. Because it is the only way to provide nutrition for infants.

The passage below has gaps numbered 6 to 15. Immediately following each gap, four options are provided. Choose the most appropriate option for each gap.


Tittle: Neck pain and massage Neck pain is a common discomfort that can signal various underlying issues. It’s essential to pay attention the 6. ¬¬¬____ signals your body sends when you experience neck pain. While neck pain can result from minor 7.____ such as poor posture or muscles strain, it can also be warning sign of more severe conditions. One of the most common 8. ____ of neck pain is muscle tension due to stress or poor ergonomics. It can be addressed through exercises and 9. Practices. Another common cause is degenerative changes in the cervical spine, which can 10. ____ to conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis. In such cases, medical 11. ___ may be necessary. Ignoring neck pain can lead to more severe issues, including limited mobility, headaches, and even 12. ____damage. Therefore, it’s crucial to seek 13.¬¬¬___care when needed and make lifestyle changes to 14. ¬¬____the risk of developing chronic neck pain. In conclusion, neck pain is your body’s way of 15. ____attention to potential problems. By addressing changes, you can improve your overall health and well- being.


6.

A. Hidden
B. Warning
C. Subtle
D. Faint

7.

A. Conditionals
B. Injuries
C. Situations
D. Causes

8.

A. TRIGGERS
B. Sources
C. Factors
D. Indicators

9.

A. Physical
B. Relaxation
C. Medication
D. Surgery

10.

A. Lower back
B. Chest
C. Neck
D. Shoulder

11.

A. Surgery
B. Bed rest
C. Over-the counter painkillers
D. Yoga

12.

A. Hearing loss
B. Limited mobility
C. Decrease
D. Exacerbate

13.

A. Ignoring it
B. Seeking medical care when needed
C. Taking painkillers
D. Increasing stress levels

14.

A. Increase
B. Maintain
C. Decrease
D. Exacerbate

15.

A. A nuisance
B. A normal part of life
C. A signal of potential problem
D. A minor inconvenience

The following questions are based on Khadijat Abubakar Jalli’s The Life Changer


16. What time of the day did Salma meet Labaran and Habib on her way to the university?

A. 6pm
B. 8pm
C. 5pm
D. 9pm

17. Ummi’s family was

A. Poor
B. Affluent
C. Rich
D. Average

18. Who was the narrator of the Life Changer?

A. Salma
B. Ummi
C. Habib
D. Omar

19. What position is Bint in the family?

A. Last born
B. First born
C. Second born
Third born

20. Omar’s admission signals

A. story telling
B. a life – changing experience
C. being a learned
D. community’s appraisal

21. “Money moves Mountains” This statement was made by

A. Salma
B. Teemah
C. Bint
D. Ngozi

22. According to the novel, how would you describe Salma?

A. fair complexioned skin, tall and slim
B. fair complexioned, shout, and fat
C. dark-complexioned skin, tall and slim
D. dark-complexioned girl, shout and fat.

23. How many girl were allocated to a room in the hostel?

A. five
B. four
C. three
D. two

24. According to the novel, what delicacy is considered to be student’s favorite?

A. Dan wake
B. Snail
C. Spagetti
D. Indomie jollof

25. Why did Salma sought for Habib’s help?

A. Habib was her only savior
B. Habib was her boyfriend
C. He was influential
D. He was a philanthropist

SECTION B:


LEXIS AND STRUCTURE


In each of questions 26 to 30, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.


26. Despite his arduous training, he narrowly missed the qualifying time for the marathon.

A. He easily qualified for the marathon.
B. He didn’t train for the marathon.
C. He missed the qualifying time by a small margin despite intense training.
D. He gave up during the marathon.

27. The detective found the hidden clue beneath the old. Dusty rug.

A. The detective couldn’t find any clues.
B. The detective found the clue on top of the rug.
C. The detective found a clue underneath the rug covered in dust.
D. The detective didn’t look under the rug.

28. Despite his initial reluctance, Alex eventually embraced the challenge and succeeded.

A. Alex was always eager to accept challenges.
B. Alex never succeeded in overcoming his reluctance.
C. Alex overcome his reluctance and eventually succeeded.
D. Alex refused to take on any challenges.

29. Jenny’s artistic talents blossomed under the guidance of her mentor.

A. Jenny’s mentor hindered her artistic growth.
B. Jenny didn’t have any artistic talents.
C. Jenny’s artistic abilities improved with her mentor’s help.
D. Jenny’s mentor discouraged her from pursuing art.

30. Despite the stormy weather, the determined hiker reached the mountain’s summit.

A. The hiker turned back because of the storm
B. The hiker reached the mountain’s base.
C. The hiker successfully reached the summit despite the bad weather.
D. The hiker reached the summit easily.

In each of question 31 to 35, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word of phrase in italics.


31. The company’s miserly approach to employee benefits led to dissatisfaction among the staff.

A. Frugal
B. Generous
C. Thrifty
D. Stingy

32. Despite his initial apathy towards politics, he decided to run for office.

A. Enthusiasm
B. Indifference
C. Empathy
D. Sympathy

33. Her reticent nature made it discussions.

A. Talkative
B. Reserved
C. Outspoken
D. Loquacious

34. The professor’s incoherent lecture left the students bewildered.

A. Confused
B. Clear
C. Jumbled
D. Muddled

35. The artist’s mundane paintings failed to captivate the art critics.

A. Boring
B. Ordinary
C. Exceptional
D. Uninspiring

In each of questions 36 to 40 choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.


36. Sarah’s effervescent personality always brightens up the room.

A. reserved
B. bubbly
C. somber
D. Stagnant

37. John’s constant procrastination is hindering his academic progress.

A. delay
B. diligence
C. hesitation
D. punctuality

38. He plays the piano with dexterity.

A. clumsiness
B. skill
C. enthusiasm
D. loudness

39. The company’s redundancies were met with protests from the employees.

A. layoffs
B. promotions
C. efficiency
D. expansions

40. The movie’s riveting plot kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

A. boring
B. captivating
C. monotonous
D. tedious

In each of question 41 to 50, choose the option that best completes the gap(s)


41. The team’s consistent performance along with their dedication to practice,¬¬¬¬______ their coach’s expectations.

A. meets
B. met
C. meet
D. have met

42. He’s a talented musician, and it’s unlikely that he _____ become a famous composer someday.

A. wouldn’t
B. didn’t
C. won’t
D. shouldn’t

43. The new CEO has ___________ the company’s strategies, resulting in significant growth.

A. altered
B. alluded
C. eluded
D. inferred

44. The journalist’s article was filled with _____ expressions and vivid descriptions.

A. laconic
B. verbose
C. succinct
D. eloquent

45. The candidate’s _______ answers to the panel’s question impressed the interviewers

A. evasive
B. explicit
C. vague
D. elusive

46. The team decided to _____ answers to the competition due to the adverse weather conditions.

A. forfeit
B. explicit
C. concede
D. embark

47. The novel’s expectations, making ot a thrilling read.

A. befuddled
B. confounded
C. aligned with
D. adhered to

48. Despite his __________ efforts, he couldn’t complete the challenging crossword puzzle.

A. diligent
B. lackadaisical
C. perfunctory
D. insouciant

49. The coach’s motivational speech ____ the team’s determination to win the championship.

A. dampened
B. bolstered
C. subdued
D. hindered

50. Her knowledge of idiomatic expressions ____ her fluency in English.

A. hampers
B. enhances
C. impedes
D. disrupts

SECTION C: ORAL FORMS


In each of questions 51 and 52, choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined


51. Baer

A. rare
B. fear
C. beer
D. steer

52. Mine

A. click
B. gill
C. pint
D. pin

In each of the questions 53 and 54, choose the appropriate stress pattern from the options. The syllables are written in capital letters.


53. expostulate

A. exPOStulate
B. exposTUlate
C. expostuLATE
D. Expostulate

54. sufficiency

A. sufficienCY
B. suffiCIENcy
C. sufFIciency
D. SUFficiency

In each of questions 55 and 56, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option to which the given sentence relates.


55. She prepare a DELICIOUS dinner for her family.

A. What did she cook?
B. Who cooked the dinner?
C. When will she eat again?
D. Where did she go after dinner?

56. The teacher REALLY APPRECLATED the student’s painting.

A. What did she cook?
B. Who cooked the dinner?
C. When will she eat again?
D. Where did she go after dinner?

In each of questions 57 to 59, choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one [resented by the letter(s) Underlined.


57. Caused

A. realized
B. frost
C. released
D. chanced

58. Mischief

A. Champagne
B. Christmas
C. Brochure
D. Gear

59. Judge

A. pleasure
B. camouflage
C. spinach
D. gear

In each of questions 60, choose the option that has a different stress pattern from the others


60.

A. result
B. ratify
C. taxi
D. famous.