Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2023 (Model questions) Question 9

Question 9

Spelling

Choose the option that best completes the sentence: The old abandoned house gave a ________ look.

  1. A.eerie
  2. B.eyery
  3. C.eyrie
  4. D.eery
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (eerie)

Explanation

'Eerie' (strange and frightening) is the correct spelling; an 'eyrie' is an eagle's nest.