NEW HORIZON ACADEMY

CRECHE, NURSERY, PRIMARY&SECONDARY

ABELA JUNCTION,ELENUSONSO ROAD, IBADAN
Motto: Diligence & Excellence
SECOND TERM EXAMINATION 2023/2024
ENGLISH LANGUAGE TIME:2HRS SS 1
SECTION A

1.. You are about to graduate from secondary school and you held the position of Library Prefect. Write a letter to
your friend telling him/her your experiences and how they have contributed to your life in a positive way.

2. Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper on the growing incidence of drug abuse among
the youth, stating the causes and suggesting ways it can be curbed.

3. A friend of yours was involved in a fight that took place in school and has been expelled by the school
authorities. In a letter to your Principal, give an account of the fight. and why you think your friend should not have
been expelled7

4. As one of the outgoing prefects In your school, Write a speech you would deliver at the send-off ceremony for
prefects, on the topic: The Challenges of Prefectship.8

5. Write a story that ends With the statement: I wish I had listened to my parents.

Section B

Comprehension

6. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it

I had always thought that he was under a spell to be such a workaholic. Daily, after returning from school, he
would promptly head for the bush. There, he would engage in fashioning out something that could fetch him some
money. He would emerge sometimes with baskets and brooms made from palm fronds and at other times, two or
three pestles beautifully crafted to please any housewife. Occasionally, he would work till late evening as a
labourer on someone's farmland. Returning, he would bring home pepper, vegetables and firewood. Interestingly,
he had a father, who spend more time working from cockcrow till dusk on large commercial farmlands.
Interestingly, he had a father who had his own farm, but was too poor to finance his education. Once in a while, he
would go to his father's farm to help the old man out.

However, towards the end of his first year in senior secondary school. he obtained a piece of farm land from
his father. He worked on the land as if his life depended on it! Tat year. he planted maize and all sorts of
vegetables. The harvest gave him enough money to pay his fees. procure some planks and several carpenter's
tools. With his knowledge of woodwork. he started making simple kitchen stools, tables and chairs which attracted
a lot of customers. Yet, his education did not suffer, indeed, he was always in the top position in class.

Once when I remarked in class that Adamu was like a person pursued by a demon pushing him to work so hard,
every body laughed. Including him. when the laughter subsided. he looked at me intently and said, "Kola, you can't
understand. I pray you'll never have that demon after you. I guess if you were in my shoes, without a mother since
age three, you would have such a demon after you too. I only vaguely remember my mother because I was too
young when she passed on. When my father remarried, the Woman excluded me from her care: I had to find a
solution. I got myself enrolled in school at age eight. I had to take care of my feeding, pay my way through school,
and buy uniforms and books. At first, an uncle introduced me to working on other people's farms. but when I
discovered that I could take care of myself. I worked even harder. When there was no work anywhere. I took to the
bush to make objects like brooms. baskets. pestles and hoe handles. Today, I have as many pairs of shoes. clothes
and books as any of you. Now, i have graduated from making Simple home items to making doors. Nobody taught
me these, nobody, except. perhaps the demon you referred to.

Complete silence followed. Since then. I have had the utmost respect for him.

(a) Why did the writer think Adamu was under a spell?

(b) Give two reasons why Adamu had to take care of himself.

(C) State two major types of jobs Adamu engaged in to support himself.

(d) What does the reference to Adamu's academic performance tell us about him?

(e) What is the writer's attitude towards Adamu?

(f) What tells us that Adamu was determined to be educated?

(g)... like a person pursued by a demon.. What figure of speech is used in this expression? (h).. that I could take
care of myself:

(i) What is the grammatical name given to this expression as it is used in the passage?

(ii) What is its function as it is used in the passage: (i) a spell (ii) crafted (iii) procure (iv) attracted (V) vaguely
(vi)simple

Section C

Summary passage

7. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it:

The issue of youth delinquency has become a major concern to everyone. Hardly a day passes by without
reports of some youth being involved in one act of lawlessness or the other. In view' of the fact that the youth of
today will take over the mantle of leadership in future, the multimillion dollar question is: Are we guaranteed a
safe future? We often wonder what has changed; what has happened to the respectful, obedient and studious
youth of the not too distant past?

At the ceremony held recently, a renowned religious leader was very worried about the youth. He asked parents
to be careful of "the new armed robbers and carriers of immorality" they had introduced into their homes. In his
opinion, to protect their children, parents have done well by building high walls around their houses and fencing
them with electric barbed wire. But the new "robbers" they should look out for are the television and the Internet
they leave their children with all the time without Supervision. These modern technologies offer sites where
children pick up some unsavoury habits and behavior.

Gradually, consciously or unconsciously, the television and the Internet have assumed a central role in the
lives of many children. They hardly miss their parents whether they are at home or not because they are engrossed
in watching television or browsing the Internet. There is rarely any interaction between parents and their children.
Some children forgo their meals in order to watch particular programmers on television or browse the Internet.
Continuous struggle among siblings for the possession ot the remote control is a constant sight in most homes.
Parents who can afford it solve this problem by acquiring additional television sets.

Some children sit in front of the television with textbooks and notebooks before them, pretending to study.
They know every programme at any given time on almost all the channels. Ask them to do any academic work and
their countenance immediately shows a complete lack of interest. As they watch one programme after the other
on the various channels, children may absorb materials that are unsuitable for their formative years.
 Thanks to the television and the Internet, their active way of life has been reduced to the minimum. Some
children sit for hours watching television or browsing the Internet while they stuff themselves with popcorn,
cookies and sweets. This sedentary lifestyle affects their health. No wonder we now have obese teenagers.

However, the television and the Internet have their positive sides. They are great sources of information,
learning and entertainment. They help in the development of our social roles and behaviour and kill boredom. If
only parents could find time to participate in what their children do and watch and guide them, the future may not
seem so bleak. When children are encouraged and guided to watch child-friendly programmes, a healthy balance
can be created between watching the television., browsing the Internet and engaging in other household and
community activities. Above all, parents should be more assertive and wrench their parental responsibilities from
the mass media.

(a) In four sentences, one for each, summarize the effects of the excessive use of the television and the Internet on
children.

(b) In two sentences, one for each, summarize how the dangers posed by the television and the Internet can be
overcome.

Objective

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

1.Though my mother was convinced about the success of the business, her manager remained___________A.
Sceptical B. serious C. confused D. concerned

2. Judgement should always be in favour of the innocent and not the_________ A. guilty B. accused C. weak D.
elderly

3. Layi is quite reliable but his sister is_________ A. unswerving B. untrustworthy C. deceptive D. pretentious

4. The gullible and not the_______usually fall prey to tricksters. A. unfriendly B. carefree C. brave D. discerning

5. Tom's humility contrasts with his brother's__________ A. haughtiness B. stubbornness C. gentleness D.

quietness

6. The life of man appears long but, in reality, it is_________ A. brief B. quick C. shortened D. stunted

7. In the interest of peace, it is better to dialogue than to be_________ A. controversial B. rational C.

confrontational D. forceful

8. All the wealth amassed by a greedy father is often_________by undisciplined children. A. destroyed B. scattered
C. squandered D. ruined

9. Many people find cod liver oil disgusting but soldiers find it_________A. refreshing B. medicinal C. pleasant
D.bitter

10. The arrival of the riot police at our campus_______the tension rather than mitigate it. A. lengthened B.
heightened C prolonged D. created

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

11. Investigations revealed that the senior students__________ the juniors to throw stones at the Principal's car.
A. infuriated B. integrated C. instigated D. instituted

12. Supreme court________the ruling of the lower court. A. nullified B. abused C. proclaimed D. cancelled
13. The board has______ the film because it contains some nude scenes. A. edited B. censored C. examined D.
isolated

14. Many young graduates have_________to the West in search of greener pastures. A. hurried B. emigrated C.
absconded D. flown

15. The Committee let her go because they considered her explanation__________ A. permissible

B. clear C. plausible D. necessary

16. The company has paid dividends to its________ A. buyers B. wholesalers C. shareholders D. consumers

17. Within one year, that country has _________its currency five times. A. reduced B. devalued C. revamped D.
defaced

18. The man was arrested because he__________ in the repayment of the loan. A. paused B. delayed C. deferred
D. defaulted

19. Many members of political parties__________ to opposing parties just before elections. A. depart B. change C.
defect D. go

20. The boy must have _________the disease from the school. A. received B. taken C. contracted D. carried

Section 3

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

21.The Class captain got cold feet when he was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain
became. A. nervous B. afraid C. concerned D. calm

22. Street traders often try to palm their customers off with faulty goods. This means that street traders

A. trick customers into buying faulty goods B. assist customers in choosing perfect items

C. ask for a lot of money for faulty goods D. are ready to swap faulty items for good ones

23. He has broken new ground in cancer treatment with his drug, This means that he has A. been highly acclaimed
B. introduced a new method in cancer treatment C. solved all cancer problems D. thought of a new drug, for
cancer treatment

24. The Principal stood her ground even when the students revolted. This means that the Principal A. maintained
her position B. remained standing C. refused to listen D. condemned the protest

25. Looking after young children can tax ones patience. This means that looking after children A. is pleasant B.
requires endurance C. is a lot of fun D. takes time

Section 4

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

26. Amina is fond of making derogatory remarks about her brother.A. inconsiderate B. discreet C. unnecessary D.
belittling

27. His jail terms are to run concurrently. A. consistently B. alternately C. simultaneously D. consecutively

28. Here's a man who comes from a background of entertainment, A. an experience B. a place C. a culture D. a
mood
 29. She has always been grateful that you saved her from kidnappers. A. content B. comforted C. happy D.
thankful

30. The whole place was in turmoil when we got there. A. confusion B. disturbance C. mourning D. agitation

Section 5

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

31.You have no excuse________late. A. in being B. to being C. been D. for being

32. My phone is superior________yours.A. to B. than C. from D. over

33. You will surely help me with my work,_________? A. can you B. won't you C. would you D. you won't

34.The trader tried to cash in________the customer's ignorance. A. by B. at C. on D. with

35. She hates________waiting. A. to have been kept B. having been kept C. being kept D. to be keeping

36. He took his share and gave them______ A. their B. there's C. there D. theirs

37. it is advisable to mind your own business and not_________ A. somebody's else B. somebody else's C.
somebody's else's D. somebody else

38. Mike was very glad_________that he had won the lottery. A. to hear B. for hearing C. at hearing D. on hearing

39. Mr kwesi bought_______ A. a cupboard attractive new B. attractive a new cupboard C. a new attractive
cupboardD. an attractive new cupboard

40. Don't let Jack bully you: stand up________him. A. for B. against C. above D. to

Section 6

Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gaps in the passage.

The day of the great tournament arrived and -41- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the
home team had arrived and was in the -42-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee -
43 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants
and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains
of both teams came forward for the -44-. The home team won, they then exchanged -45 - and shook hands.

At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing
in the- 46-. Both teams played very well but -47-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee
stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -48 - of both teams came out to warm
themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -49- from the half-back at the
opponent's goal was - 50- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the
ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won.

A. B C. D

41. audience. spectators crow congregation

42. pitch. court. dressing room. rest room

43. signaled blew sounded. Played

44. Toss. Kick- Off. Offside. Throw-in

45. Gloves. Pennant. Jerseys. Memories

46. Stand. Arena. Track. Steps

47. Squandered. Lost. Diverted. Dropped

48. Coaches. Supporters. managers substitute

49. Shot. Kick. Play. Dribble

50. Pushed. Headed moved. Swayed

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

51 marry A. batter B. barter C. perk D. martyr

52. litmus A. papa B. don C. rust D. bashhurdle

53. A. hurray B. bird C. shop D. bundle

54. wretch A. rickety B. remiss C. wean D. welter

55. country A. around B. lock C. tongue D. talk

From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

56. constitution A. CON-st-itu-tion B. con-STI-tu-tion C. con-sti-TU-tion D. con-sti-tu-TION

57. Extravagent A. EX-tra-va-gant B. ex-TRA-va-gant C. ex-tra-VA-gant D. ex-tra-va-GANT

58. interrogate A. IN-ter-ro-gate B. in-TER-ro-gate C. in-ter-RO-gate D. in-ter-ro-GATE

In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From
the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

59. John was a football LEGEND A. was Ernest a football legend? B. was john a football coach? C. was john a hockey
legend? D. is john a football legend?

60. Three top executives REQUESTED to see the manager.

A. Did three top executives request to see the clerk? B. Did three top executives decline to see the manager?

C. Did three junior executives request to see the manager? D. Did three top executives request to accompany the
manager?
 NEW HORIZON ACADEMY
CRECHE, NURSERY, PRIMARY&SECONDARY
ABELA JUNCTION,ELENUSONSO ROAD, IBADAN
Motto: Diligence & Excellence
SECOND TERM EXAMINATION 2023/2024
ENGLISH LANGUAGE TIME:2HRS SS 2

Section A

1. You are dissatisfied with some practices in your school. Write a letter to your friend another school discussing at
least three of these practices and the improvement you desire.

2. Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper on the high cost of living, suggesting at least
three ways in which the government of your country can tackle the problem.

3. Write a letter to the Chairman of the Environmental Protection Agency on the effects of illegal felling of trees
and suggest ways to remedy the situation.

4.You are the main speaker in a debate on the topic: Children of literate parents perform better in school than
those of illiterate parents. Write your argument for or against the motion.

5. Write a story to illustrate the saying: A bird in hand is worth two in the bush.

Section B Comprehension passage

6. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.

The crowd was massive. Men, women, boys and girls from every nook and cranny of the village had gathered
under the big iroko tree. Also in the crowd was an American couple, tourists, who were enjoying their holiday. At
the centre of the large circle of people was the magician who had the reputation of performing unbelievable feats.
Everybody was impressed with the feats which went along with the hilarious drumming.

Then came the next item. The magician's three aides each took out a local gun while the magician danced even
wilder. The gun-totting aides took up position in three different corners. The drumming became more frenzied and
the magician performed more acrobatics. The people were not to wonder for long what the guns had to do with
the whole show. One after the other, the aides aimed at the magician while he steadied himself to receive the
shots. Each gun boomed with a loud report and the magician jumped up in celebration of his survival. The three
shots seemingly got to him but he simply laughed to scorn the shooters.
 The American tourist was more than mystified. He could not explain it. How could a man receive bullet shots in
his chest and still remain unscathed? In disbelief he shouted " This is amazing can't be explained But wait a minute.
I II join the show myself." There and then, he went to his car took out his riffle and returned to the crowd "I'm
gonna get this guy!" he proclaimed.

He took aim. The magician saw him out of the corner of his eye. He surveyed the scenario and decided that he
was not prepared for this. Quickly, he showed a clean pair of heels. Tearing through the crowd he ran for dear life.
Some thought this was still part of the show. but when the man would not return it was clear that he had bidden
the audience a hasty farewell.

What the American and most others did not realise all the time was that the local guns had no bullets
whatsoever only the gunpowder.

(a) What suggests that the show was free?

(b) What evidence is there that the performance was not a one-man show?

(c) Why was the magician confident to receive the shots from his aides?

(d) What did the American tourist set out to prove?

(e) What might have happened if the American had completed his contemplated action?

(f) ....he showed a clean pair of heels. What does this expression mean?

(g) ... which went along with the hilarious drumming.

(i) What is the grammatical name given to this expression as it is used in the passage?

(ii) What is its function?

(h) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase which means the same and which can replace it
as it is used in the passage. (i) feats (ii) aides 1 (iii) steadied (iv) mystified (v) unscathed (vi) hasty

Read the following passage carefully and answer the question on it.

Section C Summary passage

Drug abuse is a menace in many countries The continued abuse of drugs usually leads to addiction. This problem is
more common among youths The drugs that can be abused vary from prescribed medication to more controlled
substances. Alcohol cigarette and controlled substances such as cocaine heroin, methamphetamine and so on are
addictive drugs that are often used by many young people They can be smoked, swallowed, inhaled or injected
into the bloodstream.

There are numerous adverse medical and psychological consequences associated with drug addiction
Individuals have been known to suffer irreversible damage from the abuse of drugs. It can affect the central
nervous system as well as cause memory loss, brain damage and depression.

Drug addicts may display psychotic behaviours, mood swings and may be predisposed to irascible decision
making. They are also likely to suffer general health problems related to the lungs, heart and kidneys. In fact, the
adverse behavioural and physical effects of drug addiction on the individual are enormous.

Apart from the problems for the individual the families of drug addicts are not spared Since addicts are usually
incapable of functioning as 'normal' members of the society they abuse their families. They are prone to abusing
spouses and children. There have been reports of children harming their parents because the latter did not give
them money to buy drugs. Drugs addicts may eventually require expensive treatment and rehabilitation. These
have huge cost implications that put a lot of pressure on the family budget. In addition their families face
stigmatization in their communities.

The society at large also suffers. Drug addicts are more likely to be involved in criminal activities than people
who are not. Many of the heinous crimes reported have been attributed to drug addiction. The abuse of alcohol is
one of the reasons for the increasing number of road accidents. An increase in crime rate forces the government to
commit huge resources to fighting crime resources that could have been used to provide more social amenities.
Moreover, most criminal gangs are formed and thrive on money from drugs. Although the addicts have made the
drug trade seemingly attractive and profitable no one should promote it.

Regardless of the apparently insurmountable nature of the problems associated with drug addiction some
measures could be taken to curb this menace People need to be more educated on the effects of addiction on
themselves and their families. Children must be taught in schools and at home the need to stay away from drugs.
The law-enforcement agencies should also be better empowered and resourced to apprehend dealers in order to
curtail the availability of drugs in circulation. Another step is to ensure that drug addicts receive early treatment.
Such treatment should be based on the specific drug the individual is addicted to. While it may appear impossible
to eliminate the problems of addiction, relentless efforts in taking the steps above will help to weaken the grip of
drug abuse on our society

(a) In three sentences, one for each state three categories of people that are affected by drug addiction and what
they suffer.

(b) In three sentences one for each, identify three ways to combat drug addiction in the society.

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

1. Binetou's inquisitiveness is in sharp contrast with her sister's A indifference B noisiness C calmness D dullness

2. Though at first it appeared an insignificant idea, it turned out to be quite ___A outstanding B successful C
remarkable D interesting

3. After grasping the fundamental aspects of his job, Kwesi had to cope with more ___ procedures. A advanced B
academic C subsidiary D secondary

4. The youth prefer discussing contemporary issues to ___ ones. A archaic B uninteresting C stale D political

5.As erroneous as it might sound, the Headmaster's assumption was quite ___A wise B correct C precise D faulty

From the word letter A-D choose the word that completes each of the following sentences.

6. At Christmas, employees of the Sugar Factory receive huge ____ A. benefits B. dividends C. bonuses D. salaries

7. The exposed milk in the container has turned ___ A. sour B. putrid C. moldy D. stale

8. Not all activists champion ____ causes. A. worthy B. real C. concrete D. favourable

9. The Mayor gave a glowing ____ at the funeral of the city's only curator. A. citation B. statement C. tribute D.
commendation

10. At the end of the _______. the National Anthem is played on our radio station. A. programming B. production
C. transition D. transmission

After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most
appropriate for the sentence
11. Can you imagine Oka behaving as if he has all the knowledge in the world? This means that Oka.

A. does not really know anything B. knows so much more than we think C. is admired by everybody D. respects
other people

12.: Akin is too full of himself. This means that Akin A. Talks too much b. eats too much C. is too proud D. is quite
annoying

13.She slogged her guts out for the examinations. This means that she A. failed the examination despite working
hard for it B. passed the examination despite not working hard for it C. used unfair means to face the examination
D. really worked very hard for the examination.

14. I admire Modou: very few people can stomach all of Adaeze's insults. This means that Modou A. tolerated
Adaeze's insults B. was a weakling C. had no answer to Adaeze's insults D. did the right thing by remaining silent

15. After months of battling with stroke, he is now a shadow of his former self. This means that he A. is now frail B.
is vulnerable C. is hopeless D. has almost recovered

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

16. He was such a brilliant footballer! A. an inspired B. an intelligent C. a dazzling D. skillful

17. The Politician is a fluent speaker. A. an eloquent B. a superficial C. an insightfulvD. a persuasive

18. Everyone has the urge to succeed in life. A. compulsion B. desire C. need D. courage

19. When he heard the gunshot, he ran into a thick forest. A. tight B. deep C. dense D. close

20. That was a timely intervention. A. suitable B. accurate C. prompt D. major

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of
the following sentences.

21. Every one of the students __ to be excited about the excursion. A. was seeming B. is seeming C. seem D.
seems

22. We should assist the poor ____ ? A. shall we B. we shouldn't B. isn't it C. shouldn't we

23. Either he or you ______ to clean up the mess. A. has B. have C. were D. was

24. If Musa had woken up earlier, he ______ breakfast. A. would not have missed B. ought not to miss.C. shall
have missed D. may have missed

25. He would rather appeal the decision _______ defeat. A. instead of accepting B. than accepting C. than accepts
D. than accept

26. The student complained that he ______ the teacher. A. was not hearing B. could not hear C. does not hear D. is
not hearing

27. My brother ______ in lagos for the past ten years. A. is living B. lived C. will lived D. has been living

28. I am totally disappointed _______ such poor grades. A. from B. with C. for D. on

29. He is a doctor but he dabbles _______ politics now and then. A. in B. through C. on D. into
30. _______ arrived before the manager. A. Neither he nor I B. Neither me nor him C. Either I nor him D. Neither
me nor him

31. The evening was rounded _____ with a dance. A. off B. up C. out D. down

32. I _______ have done the dishes but i haven't had the time. A. will B. should C. might D. shall

33. I have heard all _______ you've said A. what B. which C. that D. whatever

34. Life in the city is ________ challenging for the lazy. A. too much B. so much C. very much D. much too

35. It is always ________ that gets the blame A. me B. I C. myself D. mine

36. He spends a ______ deal of his time studying. A. large B. great C. big D. huge

37. I guess he holds _______ sensitive position in the company. A. some kind B. many kind of C. some kind of D.
many kind

38. He always gives ______ for coming late to school. A. one excuse or another B. one excuse or the other C. some
excuse or another D. some excuse or the other

39. ___________ you turn down down the volume of the radio? I am trying to read! A. may B. will C. would
D.should

40.I know it's a secret, so I _____ tell anyone. A. couldn't B. shan't C. needn't D. mightn't

In the below passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four
options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 41 -50 in the passage.

An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other
factors of ___41___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take
___42___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___43___. More often
than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___44___ in or buy an existing
business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___45___ or get to inherit some bad
debt. The ___46___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-
informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to
operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___47___ in order to manage
theor business successfully.

But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____48____ and services
to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___49___ his business activities
effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____50____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates
employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.

41.A. creation. B. provision C. construction D. production

42. A. debts B. pitfalls C. risks D. problems

43? A. hawker. B. peddler. C. retailer. D. trader

44. A. plunge. B. invest. C. break. D. delve

45. A. colleague B. comrade C. fellowb. D. partner

46. A. tendencies B. properties. C. attributes. D. features

47. A. skills B. talents C. knack D. foresight

48. A. outputs. B. yields. C. products. D. materials

49. A. controls. B. checks. C. restrains. D. bridles

50. A. assets. B. wealth C. stock D. resources

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the
letter(s) underlined.

51 coin A. toy B. rod C. lordvD. ride

52. A. brown B. blew C. road D. now

53. lawyer A. lawless B. lorry C. adapt D. flying

54. A. bled B. hid C. skew D. hi

55. cup A. oven B. cot C. crop D. curl

In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital
letters.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

56. installation :A. IN-stal-la-tion B. in-STAL-la-tion C. in-stal-LA-tion D. in-stal-la-TION

57. Unwillingness A. UN-wil-ling-ness B. un-WIL-ling-ness C. un-wil-LING-ness D. un-wil-ling-NESS

58. circumstances A. CIR-cum-stan-ces B. cir-CUM-stan-ces C. cir-cum-STAN-ces D. cir-cum-stan-CES

59. manipulate A. MA-ni-pu-late B. man-NI-pu-late C. man-ni-PU-late D. man-ni-pu-LATE

60.:apologize A. A-pol-o-gize B. a-POL-o-gize C. a-pol-O-gizev D. a-pol-o-GIZE

 NEW HORIZON ACADEMY
CRECHE, NURSERY, PRIMARY&SECONDARY
ABELA JUNCTION,ELENUSONSO ROAD, IBADAN
Motto: Diligence & Excellence
SECOND TERM EXAMINATION 2023/2024
ENGLISH LANGUAGE TIME:2HRS SS 3

Section A

1. A friend of yours wants to study in your school and has written to you for information and advice: Write a reply
to him, telling him all that he needs to know about the school.

2. Some core values in your society have been eroded by modernization. Write an article suitable for publication in
a national newspaper on the need to revive these values for a better society.

3. The Parent-Teacher Association of your school has decided to transform the school into a single-sex school. As
the Senior Prefect, write a letter to the Chairman giving, at least. three reasons why you disagree with the decision.

4. You are the main speaker in a debate on the topic: Education is the best legacy a parent can give a child. Write
your arguments. for or against the motion.

5. Write a story to illustrate the saying: Pride goes before a fall.

Section B Comprehension

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.

We believed that the teacher would not be home that weekend. My father had strictly warned us not to go out
at night since recent happenings had shown that it was unsafe. However, the thought of those mouth-watering
fruits in the teacher's compound made us spend many sleepless nights. We decided that fateful night to sneak out
and get some delicious mangoes to feast on.

Towards midnight, my two cousins and I crept stealthily out of the house. The fresh air invigorated us. The
moon shone with unusual brightness and that enabled us to see our way clearly and the ripe mangoes as well. We
soon reached the teacher's house, a stone's throw from ours. We climbed over the wall, as nimbly as monkeys.
Since I was skilled in climbing, my cousins asked me to go up the tree which was laden with ripe mangoes. In no
time. I reached the branch which appeared to be most heavy with fruits. I shook it and many juicy mangoes fell to
the ground. My cousins gathered them into their bags and we blessed our stars for this windfall.

Suddenly, the powerful headlights of an approaching car warned us of impending danger. To our amazement. it
was the teacher and he had already spotted us. In my haste to get down, I lost my balance and fell heavily, injuring
my arm. My cousins ran like the wind and escaped, leaving me to my fate. I attempted to run away but could not. I
lay on the ground groaning in pain.

The teacher raised an instant alarm and the neighbours came rushing to the scene. I pleaded with them not to
harm me. The teacher and another man lifted me up and brought me to my father's house. The teacher called my
father to open the door but he did not answer.

“We have your son here and he is wounded,” the teacher explained.

“My son is sleeping peacefully in his room,” my father retorted.

 My mother, who had been awake all this while and listening to these exchanges, went into our room to verify
the truth. My cousins pretended to be fast asleep. When she discovered my absence, she gave a heart-rending cry
which at last brought my father out. He took the whole scene in at a glance and stood speechless, gazing at me in
shock and disbelief. He thanked the teacher profusely. After my mother had bandaged my arm, my father sat me
down and rained abuses on me. I broke down in tears and made a clean confession. This softened him but did not
prevent him from giving my cousins the spanking of their lives.

(a) Why did the writer's father warn the boys against going out at night?

(b) Quote a phrase in the second paragraph which shows that the teacher's house was not far from the writer's
own.

(c) What enabled the teacher to discover the boys? (d) Describe what led to the writer's injury. (e) Why did the
writer's father refuse to open the door?

(f) ...an instant alarm... (i) What is the grammatical name given to this expression as it is used in the passage? (ii)
What is its function?

(g) ...like the wind.. (i) What figure of speech is contained in this expression'? (ii) What does it mean?

(h) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase which means the same and which can replace it
as it is used in the passage: (i) recent; (ii) delicious; (iii) stealthily; (iv) approaching; (v) spotted; (vi) verify.

Summary passage

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.

The announcement in 2011 that the world population had hit the seven billion mark seemed to have taken
many people by surprise. Most people wondered how humanity could have grown by a billion within two decades.
However, anyone conversant with factors relevant to human growth should understand this phenomenal increase.
Let us examine the factors that have prompted the rise in population.

To begin with, think of the health facilities obtainable some centuries earlier compared with now. Man's
knowledge of medical care was appalling some centuries ago. Today, with medical centres within easy reach of
most people, and with drugs available to combat virtually all forms of diseases. death rate has been drastically
reduced, while life expectancy has risen significantly in most countries. This has caused the great reduction in
infant mortality and subsequently increased the number of senior citizens.

Similarly, there is the vital role of education. The spread of education has created a great level of awareness
about human welfare and health. Even primary school pupils know the dangers of drinking unwholesome water,
living in an unclean environment and ignoring simple rules of hygiene. Besides. education has deflated the various
myths and superstitions that pervaded our fathers' lives.

Nutrition is also a significant contributor. As agricultural practices continue to be aided by serious research
efforts, and as tools for farming the land continue to be more available, food supply has been greatly enhanced in
an unprecedented way. Today, more food crops can he available on less land area than was the case. Thus, the
monster of hunger that used to cause starvation and death is being progressively tamed.

Finally, think of the relative security humanity has enjoyed in the past few decades. In the past centuries, major
wars were a common phenomenon. Wars that ravaged Europe and Africa for many decades have almost been
forgotten. Although there are still some skirmishes in some parts of the world, these have not been serious enough
to bring about a significant change in population.

What then is the net result? Each factor translates to a healthier, safer and longer life. Consequently, our
population multiplies at a consistent rate. So, we need not be surprised that the world population is seven billion.
Indeed, in the next quarter of a century, another billion may be added, and by the end of this century we may have
double the present number. But in this lies another danger: that of gross over-population. If the present trend
continues unabated the planet earth may soon become too small to house mankind. For example, arable land may
be grossly inadequate to support food production for the very large population. Also, if the population continues
to grow unchecked, there will be too many people who may contribute to polluting the environment. Just imagine
the amount of waste that would be generated daily by homes, industries and institutions. These waste and debris,
if not collected regularly and disposed of properly. may lead to environmental degradation. We should, therefore,
watch it.

(a) In four sentences, one for each, summarize the factors that have prompted the rapid increase in world
population.

('b) In two sentences. one for each, summarize what is likely to follow the continuing rapid population growth.

Objectives

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

1.The road which used to be wide now appears.......because of the new drainage.

A. Widing B. Limited C. Narrow D. Reduced

2. In the past, anybody who angered the gods was made to.....them. A. Appease B. Reward C. SettleD. Beg

3. Rather than being sensitive to the plight of the workers, the manager remained......A. Disdainful B. Curious
C. Negligent D. Indifferent

4.A keen student makes progress but the....one hardly does well.A. Inactive B. Lowly C. Nervous D. Reluctant

5. Unlike you, i thought the message was quite....not ambiguous.A. Reasonable B. Clear C. Apt D. Persuasive

6. Good qualities alleviate poverty whereas bad ones...it.A. Prolong B. Activate C. aggravate D. Provoke

7.One expects books kept in the library to be well....not jumbledA. Numbered B. Documented C. Arranged D.
Listed

8. Despite everything, i chose to keep rather than....the secret.A. Rennounce B. Show C. Reveal D. Display

9.Though the teachers....the idea, the principal was averse to it.A. welcomed B. recognised C. admitted D. greeted

10.It is only natural to feel nervous when you first take the stage but you soon become.....A. balanced B. peaceful
C. normal D. composed

From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the Following sentences.
11. Don't tell me you are....enough to believe his lies. A. credible B. childish C. modest D. naive
 12. The members of parliaments tabled an.....to the constitution. A. adjustment B. amendment C. enactment
D. annulment
13.His.....to violent video games is something to worry about. A. devotion B. attatchment C. commitment D.
addiction

14. Most people think that....punishment should be abolished, even in murder cases. A. fatal B. capital C.
severe D. corporal

15. The president made a....appeal for calm in the face of the crisis. A. passionnate B. zealous C. tactful D.
sensitive
16. What i gave you was supposed to.....your monthly earningsA. expand B. enlarge C. complete D. augment

17. The boy's parents.....a sigh of relief when he was found.A. raised B. uttered C. breathed D. heaved

18. We....the meeting indefinitely because we could not form a quorum.A. postponed B. reconvened C.
adjourned D. ended

19.:The police man tried to.....money from the motorist.A. exert B. extort C. exact D. extract

20. They were given an....either pay the rent or vacate the premises.A. ultimatum B. injuction C. admonition D.
undertaking

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is
most appropriate

21. My school carried the day in the debate. This means that my school A. missed the debate B. won the debate C.
choose the date for debate D. had very good points

22.We covered much ground at the conference yesterday. This means that we A. discussed some issues B. treated
many issues C. used a lot of spaceD. argued about many things

23. We saw Ada, of all people, dancing. This means A. we saw Ada for the first time B. we saw Ada dancing with
everyoneC. Ada didn't want us to see her dancing D. we were surprised to see Ada dancing

24. There were clear indications that Buba backed the wrong horse. This means that Buba A. supported the wrong
person B. argued blindly C. abandoned this position D. bet on a loosing horse

25. I knew that they were economical with the the truth. This means that they A. were being honest B. did not
know the truth C. did not know enough about the matter D. knew more than they were prepared to say

26.My mother wanted to know what was eating him. This means that she wanted to find out A. what has made
him become lean B. what he was spending his money C. why he was upset D. why he ignored him

27.People who tells lies makes me see red. This means that such people make me A. dizzy B. angry C. sad D.
anxious

28. After several attempts to claim the child, he threw in the towel. This means that he A. succeeded finally B.
accepted defeat C. gained confidence D. became indifferent

29. This is their third defeat in a row. This means that they have A. been defeated three times B. defeated three
teams consectively C. been defeated by three teams D. suffered three consecutive defeats
30. The company has been under siege from the public. This means that the company is being A. applauded B.
picketed C. criticized D. shielded

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

31. Most people abhor nagging. A. scorn B. despise C. reject D. Slight

32. I really hope beatrice would be kind enough to let us stay the night.A. generous B. polite C. gracious D.
gentle

33. I personally think that the costume outlandish A. outdated B. strange C. unique D. foreign

34. He did all he could to fortify the building against attack. A. defend B. secure C. shield D. support

35. This is one decision you cannot defend A. justify B. explain C. support D. express

36. He simply dislikes he's wife's inordinate demands for money.A. frequent B. excessive C. repeated D.
indecent

In the below passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four
options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 41 -50 in the passage.

An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other
factors of ___41___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take
___42___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___43___. More often
than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___44___ in or buy an existing
business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___45___ or get to inherit some bad
debt. The ___46___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-
informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to
operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___47___ in order to manage
theor business successfully.

But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____48____ and
services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___49___ his business
activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____50____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he
creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.

41.A. creation. B. provision C. construction D. production

42. A. debts B. pitfalls C. risks D. problems

43? A. hawker. B. peddler. C. retailer. D. trader

44. A. plunge. B. invest. C. break. D. delve

45. A. colleague B. comrade C. fellowb. D. partner

46. A. tendencies B. properties. C. attributes. D. features

 47. A. skills B. talents C. knack D. foresight

48. A. outputs. B. yields. C. products. D. materials

49. A. controls. B. checks. C. restrains. D. bridles

50. A. assets. B. wealth C. stock D. resources

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by
the letter(s) underlined.

51 coin A. toy B. rod C. lordvD. ride

52. A. brown B. blew C. road D. now

53. lawyer A. lawless B. lorry C. adapt D. flying

54. A. bled B. hid C. skew D. hi

55. cup A. oven B. cot C. crop D. curl

From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress

56. cumulative A. CU-mu-la-tive B. cu-MU-la-tive C. cu-mu-LA-tive D. cu-mu-la-TIVE

57. concessionaire A. con-cess-ion-AIRE B. con-cess-ION-aire C. con-CESS-ion-aire D. CON-cess-ion-aire

58. horizontal A. hor-I-zon-tal B. hor-i-zon-TAL C. hor-i-ZON-tal D. HOR-i-zon-tal

59. Appatetic A. ap-a-THET-ic B. AP-a-thet-ic C. ap-A-thet-ic D. ap-a-thet-IC

60. effeminate A. e-FFEM-i-nate B. e-ffem-i-NATE C. e-ffem-I-nate D. E-ffem-i-nate