UI Post-UTME Use of English 2023 (Model questions) Question 12

Question 12

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the appropriate answer from the options given to fill the gap: Mr. Kosoko is a/an __________. He specialises in the treatment of eye diseases.

  1. A.optician
  2. B.obstetrician
  3. C.opthalmologist
  4. D.gerontologists
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (opthalmologist)

Explanation

An ophthalmologist is a doctor who treats eye diseases; an optician only makes and fits glasses.