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UI Post-UTME Use of English 2022 (Model questions) Question 20

Question 20

Word Stress

Identify the option that correctly shows the stressed syllable in the word "celebrate":

  1. A.CE-le-brate
  2. B.ce-LE-brate
  3. C.cel-e-BRATE
  4. D.cel-e-brate
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (CE-le-brate)

Explanation

Celebrate is stressed on the first syllable: CE-le-brate.