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WorksheetsCSEC English A Paper 1
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
Choose the OPPOSITE of the underlined word.
The manager decided to inform the staff about all complaints received form customers.
suggestions
demands
requests
compliments
Choose the OPPOSITE of the underlined word.
There was a decline in airline travel after September 11, 2001.
rise
upheaval
decease
fluctuation
Choose the OPPOSITE of the underlined word.
The compassionate man was known by many in the crowd.
fussy
cruel
indifferent
dissatisfied
Choose the OPPOSITE of the underlined word.
In these difficult economic time, many organisations retrench workers only when absolutely necessary.
dismiss
employ
promote
demote
Choose the OPPOSITE of the underlined word.
While the employers approved of his work habits, they objected to his radical views.
conventional
informed
fashionable
capitalist
Some of the following sentences are incorrect because of inappropriate grammar, idiom or vocabulary. Some sentences are acceptable as they stand. No sentence contains more than one inappropriate element.
Select the ONE underlined part that you feel s inappropriate and choose the corresponding letter. If the sentence is acceptable as it stands, choose D.
He divided the sweets among you and me.
divided
among
me
No error
Some of the following sentences are incorrect because of inappropriate grammar, idiom or vocabulary. Some sentences are acceptable as they stand. No sentence contains more than one inappropriate element.
Select the ONE underlined part that you feel s inappropriate and choose the corresponding letter. If the sentence is acceptable as it stands, choose D.
Any disease of the bones and joints which are due to deficiencies in a single nutritional factor can be prevented.
are
in
can
No error
Some of the following sentences are incorrect because of inappropriate grammar, idiom or vocabulary. Some sentences are acceptable as they stand. No sentence contains more than one inappropriate element.
Select the ONE underlined part that you feel s inappropriate and choose the corresponding letter. If the sentence is acceptable as it stands, choose D.
In "A House for Mr Biswas", Naipaul shows that how a man may struggle against great odds to achieve those things that he most desires.
that how
against
those tings
No error
Some of the following sentences are incorrect because of inappropriate grammar, idiom or vocabulary. Some sentences are acceptable as they stand. No sentence contains more than one inappropriate element.
Select the ONE underlined part that you feel s inappropriate and choose the corresponding letter. If the sentence is acceptable as it stands, choose D.
The duties given the newly recruited officer were planning, coordinating and organising the activities of the large staff.
given
newly
organising
No error
Some of the following sentences are incorrect because of inappropriate grammar, idiom or vocabulary. Some sentences are acceptable as they stand. No sentence contains more than one inappropriate element.
Select the ONE underlined part that you feel is inappropriate and choose the corresponding letter. If the sentence is acceptable as it stands, choose D.
"You may notice that the windows of the house nest door," the man pointed out, "looks like those of ancient English cottages."
pointed out
looks
those
No error
Choose from the options the one that is NEAREST IN MEANING to the underlined word.
The flowers grew profusely in the garden
wildly
healthily
plentifully
colourfully
Choose from the options the one that is NEAREST IN MEANING to the underlined word.
The news story revealed the squalor of the old prison cells.
security
strength
ambiance
filthiness
Choose from the options the one that is NEAREST IN MEANING to the underlined word.
Although she had visited the site on many occasions, nothing had prepared her for the grandeur of the sunset on that day.
colourfulness
splendour
gaudiness
harmony
Choose from the options the one that is NEAREST IN MEANING to the underlined word.
For the first time in a decade the company disclosed a deficit in its accounts.
error
defect
balance
shortfall
Choose from the options the one that is NEAREST IN MEANING to the underlined word.
It was impossible to rectify the error made by the computer since inaccurate information had been fed into it.
alter
erase
correct
determine
Choose the option A, B, C, or D that best describes the sentence.
A. The sentence is too wordy, contains redundancies or is repetitive.
B. The sentence contains cliches or misused metaphors.
C. The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
D. The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
If I were the captain of the Australian cricket team, I will attack the batsmen with my fast bowlers immediately after the luncheon interval.
A
B
C
D
Choose the option A, B, C, or D that best describes the sentence.
A. The sentence is too wordy, contains redundancies or is repetitive.
B. The sentence contains cliches or misused metaphors.
C. The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
D. The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
To attract new business, the store offered free gifts at no expense to the customer.
A
B
C
D
Choose the option A, B, C, or D that best describes the sentence.
A. The sentence is too wordy, contains redundancies or is repetitive.
B. The sentence contains cliches or misused metaphors.
C. The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
D. The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
The new disciplinary methods have affected a vast improvement on the behaviour of students.
A
B
C
D
Choose the option A, B, C, or D that best describes the sentence.
A. The sentence is too wordy, contains redundancies or is repetitive.
B. The sentence contains cliches or misused metaphors.
C. The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
D. The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
She was a nimble-footed dancer; her graceful body executed delicate movements with incredible poise.
A
B
C
D
Choose the option A, B, C, or D that best describes the sentence.
A. The sentence is too wordy, contains redundancies or is repetitive.
B. The sentence contains cliches or misused metaphors.
C. The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
D. The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
The politician hammered the nail of his argument into the minds of his audience who had come to hear him speak on the difficult subject of monetary policy.
A
B
C
D
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Why does the poet feel the horses are laughing? (line 1)
The prairie is all theirs to roam.
He hears them laughing.
They were replaced by something which causes harm.
They are treated well by their owners.
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
What are the things suggested in line 4?
vehicles
explosions
accidents
traffic jams
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following words suggests the drivers' destiny?
whinnying (line 5)
breakdown (line 6)
obituaries (line 8)
howling (line 13)
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
According to the poet, what days seem to be most prone to fatalities?
Mondays
Sundays
Festivals
Public holidays
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following means nearly the same as the title of the poem "Beat That Light"?
Drive faster
Stroke the light
A flashing traffic light
Use corporal punishment
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The poet is recommending that drivers drive ...
slowly
quickly
recklessly
carefully
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
What is the poet's tone in lines 17-18?
sarcastic
persuasive
indifferent
enthusiastic
Read the poem carefully and then answer questions 21-28 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
What is the poet referring to in line 19?
speed
safety
caution
overtaking
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The change in Mrs Rouse's appearance was MOST likely the result of ...
old age
overwork
a bad marriage
lack of nourishment
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Although Mrs. Rouse's face was now so thin that you could see the contour of her cheekbones, (lines 4-5) she was still a ...
lean woman
kind woman
beautiful woman
strongly-built woman
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
In the passage it is suggested that Haynes had...
not seen Mrs. Rouse for a long time
often passed Mrs. Rouse in the street
likely failed to recognise Mrs. Rouse
met Mrs. Rouse only after her marriage
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The words "exhorting her helpers" as used in line 13-14 mean the SAME AS ...
advising her helpers
urging on her helpers
quarreling with her helpers
forcing her will on her helpers
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The words"struggling to stern the tide" (lines 14-15) suggest that Mrs. Rouse was attempting to...
cope with her problems
make herself look young
control her bad temper
pretend that she was happily married
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
According to the passage, which of the following statements about Mrs. Rouse is FALSE?
She was a quarrelsome person.
She was a courageous woman.
She was always kind to her helpers.
She had physically changed since her marriage.
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
In the passage Haynes views Mrs. Rouse with...
sympathy
disapproval
amazement
bewilderment
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 29-36 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Haynes was particularly surprised by Mrs. Rouse's ...
quarrelsome nature
remarkable courage
changed appearance
disappointing marriage
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The expression "basks here in mid-ocean (line 4) implies that ...
in Bermuda the sun never sets
Bermudians live a life of luxurious ease
sun bathing is the chief activity of tourists
Bermuda's position exposes it to the full rays of the sun
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The use of the phrases "BERMUDA! Far away. Long ago. Old world." (line 22) attempt to create the impression that Bermuda ...
is somewhat backward in spite of its beauty
has remained unchanged and unspoiled by technology
is difficult to get to because it lies way out in mid-ocean
is a very distant place inhabited by people of an ancient civilisation.
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following statements is an opinion rather than a fact?
Bermuda is surrounded by different types of beaches.
Bermuda boasts as many golf courses as its area.
There is a variety of transport on the island.
The architectural structure of Bermudian houses is attractive.
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
From reading the advertisement, one can draw ALL the following conclusions about Bermuda EXCEPT...
Bermudians are engaged chiefly in fishing and golfing.
Bermuda is an attractive little island nestled in mid-ocean.
tourists visiting Bermuda are offered a variety f interesting activities.
visitors to the island will have difficulty getting around
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following techniques of persuasion does the writer use in this advertisement?
comparison with other places to highlight Bermuda's attractiveness
appeal to the tourist's desire for comfort
emphasis on Bermuda's tropical climate
specific examples of Bermuda's attractiveness
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following aspects of Bermuda is emphasised?
spaciousness
uniqueness
cleanliness
remoteness
Read the advertisement carefully and then answer questions 37-43 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which device is used extensively in the text?
simile
metaphor
personification
repetition
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
In paragraph two (lines 11-25) the writer links the small number of female deaths by gun to the ...
nonviolent nature of women
fact that there are fewer women that men in American
non-acceptance of guns in society
different upbringings of boys and girls
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
According to paragraph 3 (lines 26-32) it is reasonable to conclude that approximately
one out of every five men who die have been murdered
one woman and five men are killed annually
five out of every six people who are murdered are men
five times more men than women commit suicide
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
In paragraphs four and five (lines 33-44) which f the following does the writer suggest most American men need to do to live longer?
go to church
stop driving
improve their diet
do more exercise
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The phrase CLOSEST in meaning to "longevity" is
long life
good health
physical fitness
a balanced diet
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The MAIN point made by the writer in paragraph six (lines 45-55) is that
men can bear pain better than women
women read health magazines and attend church
women are less likely to suffer injury than men
men tend to conceal their illnesses more than women
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
According to the passage "wimps" are men who
live as long as women
behave like women
do not engage in violent sports
enjoy peace and quiet
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The writer suggests that men who become "wimps"
learn to appreciate women more
give up all their violent activities
live as long as women do
behave more like the writer
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following does the writer suggest as reasons why women live longer than men?
I. Women exercise less.
II. Women show their emotions more.
III. Women spend more time in hospital.
IV. Women engage in less demanding leisure activities.
I and IV only
II and IV only
II, III and IV only
I, II, III, IV
Read the passage carefully and then answer questions 44-52 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The evidence mentioned in paragraph seven (lines 56-61) indicates that
there are merits in sharing one's feelings
the healing power of women is now being recognised
unmarried men suffer the greatest risk of heart disease and cancer
truth is more important than deceit
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The phrase "army of clerks" (lines 4-5) is an example of
simile
hyperbole
oxymoron
personification
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
What does the word "sacred" (line 5) imply?
They were on holy ground.
The clerks and secretaries were religious.
The administrator is treated like a god.
The administration building was located in an old church.
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which is CLOSEST in meaning to "they enjoyed the role of stooges to the white man boss"
They did not mind doing their jobs.
They were eager to assist the boss.
They had the privilege of restricting visitors.
They took pleasure in being subservient.
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The term "loud-mouthed hysteria" suggests the tone of the main speaker is one of
frustration
betrayal
pity
indignation
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
Which of the following reveals the irony of the situation?
He "refused to even reply to letters we wrote" (lines 3-4)
"These clerks and secretaries are black people like us" (line 6)
"But Bass, -seeing the administrata is the easiest ting on earth."
"All de clerks and secretaries go off to lunch twelve o'clock."
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
In this passage, Joe Pittance is seen as
easily annoyed
able to control his emotions
easily moved by the crowd
a very gullible person
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The use of italics for the word "Problems" suggests that
there are no problems
there was one major problem
he imagined that there were problems
there were multiple problems
Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.
The incident in the passage is most likely a
rally
town hall meeting
church meeting
political meeting
