2025/2026 S.S.1 first term mid term test on English Language.

Section A: Objectives. Answer all the questions from this section.

1. From the word lettered A-D, choose the option that is most opposite in meaning to the capitalized word “The hunter was very BRAVE”

2. From the word lettered A-D, choose the option that is most opposite in meaning to the capitalized word “Prices of food items continue to INCREASE.”

3. From the word lettered A-D, choose the option that is most nearest in meaning to the capitalized word “The visitors will soon DEPART.”

4. From the word lettered A-D, choose the option that is most nearest in meaning to the capitalized word “Bola is a CHEERFUL girl.”

5. From the word lettered A-D, choose the word that represents the sound /i:/

6. From the word lettered A-D, choose the word that represents the sound /ʃ/

7. From the word lettered A-D, place the correct stress marker on the word “Communicate”

8. From the word lettered A-D, place the correct stress marker on the word “Information”

9. From the word lettered A-D, choose the option with the most appropriate interpretation to this statement “Make hay while the sun shines” means _____

10. From the word lettered A-D, choose the option with the most appropriate interpretation to this statement “To put one’s foot down means” ____?

Section B: Subjective Questions (Answer all the questions from this section). Fill in the blank spaces below correctly.

1. A group of words with a noun as its head word is called __________.

2. The consonant sound (j) can be described as __________.

3. The word goat contains the diphthong __________.

4. A noun phrase performing the function of an object in a sentence is found in: They saw __________.

5. The consonant sound (ð) can be described as __________.

Section C: Read the comprehension passage below and answer the questions that follows.

When Tunde arrived in the city, he was overwhelmed by its noise, movement, and endless opportunities. He had come from a quiet village with nothing but a small bag and a determined heart. At first, life was difficult. He slept in a small corner of a workshop and ate once a day. Still, he never gave up. To support himself, Tunde started washing cars during the day and selling newspapers at night. He also saved every little coin he earned. People often laughed at his worn-out shoes and old clothes, but Tunde smiled through it all. He believed strongly that one day, he would achieve something great. Eventually, his hard work paid off. A kind woman noticed his determination and helped him secure a scholarship. Tunde studied with all his strength and graduated with excellent results. Today, he encourages young people to work hard and stay focused on their dreams.

Questions: (a) What was Chika’s lifelong dream? (b) Describe Chika’s experience in the university. (c) How did Chika’s financial situation affect her life on campus? (d) What does the writer say about Chika’s attitude toward her struggles? (e) Why did Chika almost withdraw from school? (f) “Her joy was mixed with sadness.”  What figure of speech is used in the expression? (g) …she must finish “her studies” (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 can replace it as it is used in the passage:  (i) imagined