Choose the alternative A, B, C, or D that best completes each sentence below.

Here are the answers for Section D: Vocabulary.

Question 40: "He rushed into the class and shut the door before the teacher could spot him" is an example of a compound complex sentence. It contains two independent clauses ("He rushed into the class" and "he shut the door") joined by a coordinating conjunction ("and"), and a dependent clause ("before the teacher could spot him").

• The correct option is D.

Question 41: The government has set up a relief fund to help victims of the current socio-political crisis. A "relief fund" is a collection of money for those in need.

• The correct option is C.

Question 42: There's a freeze on the use of hosepipes because of water shortage. A "freeze" in this context means a ban or restriction.

• The correct option is D.

Question 43: The principal asked us to dig all the flowers affected by blight. "Blight" refers to a plant disease.

• The correct option is A.

Question 44: Mbone cannot write because she has a whitlow on her right thumb. A "whitlow" is an infection or inflammation, typically near a fingernail or toenail.

• The correct option is C.

Question 45: The scientist's findings were deemed anti-scientific by critics, as they contradicted established theories. "Anti-scientific" implies opposition to or contradiction of scientific principles or established theories.

• The correct option is C.

Question 46: While many people advocate for sustainable solutions to environmental issues, some argue that immediate action is essential. "Sustainable" contrasts with "immediate action" by referring to long-term, enduring solutions.

• The correct option is B.

Question 47: A team of engineers was dispatched to assess the structural integrity of the Bamenda road project. "Team" is the most appropriate collective noun for a group of professionals working together.

• The correct option is A.

Question 48: Choose the odd set:

• A. mango- banana - orange- pineapple (All are fruits)
• B. honest-brave- courageous-coward (The first three are positive character traits; "coward" is a negative trait and an antonym to brave/courageous.)
• C. run-jog-sprint-dash (All are related to running)
• D. democracy- monarchy-republic- bureaucracy (The first three are forms of government; "bureaucracy" is a system of administration.) The odd set is B because "coward" is an antonym to the other positive traits in the list.
• The correct option is B.

Question 49: The author's narrative was imbued with a sense of nostalgia that resonated deeply with the audience. The word "imbued" means to be thoroughly filled with a quality or feeling.

• The correct option is C. filled.

Question 50: Dr. Ngwobela gave a stellar presentation on teaching an Argumentative Essay which left everyone impressed. The word "stellar" means exceptionally good or outstanding. The opposite of a stellar presentation, especially one that impressed everyone, would be one that is dull and unengaging.

• The correct option is D. boring.