1) Algebra seems complicated, but with practice it becomes

2) The youth prefer discussing contemporary issues to ….. ones

3) The new book has beautiful……which make it attractive.

4) At the end of .........., the National Anthem is played on our radio station.

5) Their marriage was finally……after years of hostility

6) Write a letter to your brother overseas, describing a wedding ceremony of Your sister which you went to last week and the role you played.

7) At Christmas, employees of sugar Factory receive huge …….

8) After  grasping the fundamental aspect of his job, Kwesi had to cope more …….. procedures

9) The ……..results proved that the patient had hepatitis

10) A few days after Musa's ………, his sister longed for his departure

11) We all know that Bola is insolent whereas Ade is

12) SUMMARY

In many urban areas, people face increasing stress due to the fast pace of life. The constant pressure to meet deadlines, heavy traffic, and long working hours leave individuals physically exhausted and mentally drained. As a result, many people struggle to find a balance between work and personal life. This imbalance often leads to poor health, reduced productivity, and strained relationships.

One effective way to manage stress is by adopting simple lifestyle changes. Regular exercise, adequate sleep, and a healthy diet can significantly improve a person’s well-being. Taking short breaks during work, spending time with family, and engaging in hobbies also help to refresh the mind. Additionally, creating a realistic schedule allows individuals to manage their time better and avoid unnecessary pressure.

Unfortunately, many people ignore these solutions because they believe they are too busy to practice them. They continue living in a cycle of stress until their health begins to suffer. Experts warn that unmanaged stress can lead to serious medical conditions such as hypertension and depression. Therefore, it is important for individuals to take deliberate steps to reduce stress and maintain a balanced life.

12) SUMMARY QUESTIONS

(a) In five points, summarize the causes and effects of stress in urban areas.

(b) In three points, summarize the ways people can effectively manage stress.

13) As erroneous as it might sound, the Headmaster's assumption was quite

14) Mrs. Agide is unassuming whereas her twin sister is

15) Halima likes to dwell on trivial, rather than matters.

16) Not all activists champion….. causes

17) Benson inquisitiveness is in sharp contrast with her sister's

18) Unfortunately, corruption is the……. of most African countries.

19) COMPREHENSION PASSAGE

The annual Inter-School Science Fair was the most anticipated event in the district. Students from more than twenty schools gathered to display projects they had worked on for months. Among the participants was Tunde, a quiet but intelligent boy known for his curiosity. While many students built robots or colorful models, Tunde chose to work on a simple device that filtered dirty water using locally available materials.

On the day of the fair, several students mocked his project, saying it looked too ordinary to win any prize. Their projects were more attractive and seemed far more sophisticated. Tunde, however, remained calm. He believed that science was not about appearance but usefulness. When the judges arrived, they carefully examined each project, asking questions about design, purpose, and practicality. Many students struggled to explain how their projects worked, relying only on their appearance to impress.

When it was Tunde’s turn, he confidently demonstrated how his device purified water from a nearby stream. The judges were impressed by the simplicity, clarity, and relevance of his work, especially in communities where clean water was scarce. At the end of the event, Tunde was announced as the overall winner. His classmates were shocked, but his victory taught them an important lesson: true innovation is not about how glamorous something looks, but how much impact it can make.

QUESTIONS

1. Why was the Inter-School Science Fair an important event in the district?
2. What made Tunde different from the other participants?
3. Why did some students mock Tunde’s project?
4. How did the judges assess the projects?
5. What important lesson did Tunde’s victory teach his classmates?
6. Give the meaning of the following words as used in the passage:
   a.Anticipate b. Sophisticated c.Demonstrated d. Relevant e.Impact

7. Identify the grammatical name and function of the underlined expressions: “While many students built robots or colorful models”

20) The Mayor gave a glowing ......... at the funeral of the city's only curator.

21) The defence counsel was unable to convince the ........ of John's innocence.

22) The exposed milk in the container has turned.......

23) Though at first it appeared an insignificant idea, it turned out to be quite