Preparing for a School of Nursing entrance exam in Nigeria requires the right materials and proper guidance. One of the most effective ways to succeed is by studying verified past questions and answers. This page provides free sample Nursing School entrance exam questions, along with explanations to help you understand how the exams are structured and how to approach them.
Why You Need School of Nursing Past Questions
Using past questions gives you a clear advantage because you will:
Understand the exam format and question patterns
Practice real questions that may repeat
Improve your speed and accuracy
Build confidence before the exam
Based on our research findings, many candidates who pass nursing entrance exams rely heavily on past questions as part of their preparation strategy.
School of Nursing Entrance Exam Format
Most nursing schools in Nigeria structure their exams as follows:
The exam usually contains multiple-choice questions and is completed within a limited time.
How to Pass School of Nursing Entrance Exams
To increase your chances of success:
Study consistently using past questions
Focus on key science subjects
Practice under timed conditions
Review your mistakes and learn from them
Combining these strategies with the right materials can significantly improve your performance.
Sample School of Nursing Entrance Past Questions and Answers
English Language
1. Choose the correct sentence:
- She is most better than her sister.
- She is best than her sister.
- She is more better than her sister.
- She is better than her sister. (Answer)
2. Choose the word that has the same sound as the underlined letters:
“Tough”
- Cough
- Dough
- Rough (Answer)
- Though
3. Choose the option that best expresses the meaning of the idiom:
“He kicked the bucket last night.”
- He broke a water container
- He died (Answer)
- He travelled unexpectedly
- He lost his temper
4. Find the antonym of the word:
The manager praised her diligence.
- Ignorance
- Activity
- Laziness (Answer)
- Confidence
5. Select the word that best completes the sentence:
He speaks French as if he ___ in France.
- has lived
- is living
- lives
- lived (Answer)
Mathematics
6. Simplify: 23 x 24
- 212
- 21
- 8 x 16
- 27 (Answer)
7. Find the 10th term of the AP: 3, 7, 11, …
- 41
- 39 (Answer)
- 43
- 45
8. Solve the following matrix equation:
- 8
- 11
- -2
- 5 (Answer)
9. A circle has an area of 154 cm2. What is the radius? (π = 22/7)
- 14 cm
- 7 cm (Answer - Explanation: Area = πr² → 154 = (22/7) × r² → r² = 49)
- 5 cm
- 8 cm
10. Solve:
If x2 − 5x + 6 = 0, find the roots.
- -2 and -3
- 3 and 2 (Answer)
- 1 and 5
- 6 and -1
Physics
11. A sound wave travels through air with a speed of 340 m/s and frequency of 170 Hz. What is its wavelength?
- 0.5 m
- 5 m
- 2 m (Answer)
- 3 m
12. Which of the following is not a unit of energy?
- Newton (Answer)
- Joule
- Calorie
- Electronvolt
13. Which of these quantities is conserved in an inelastic collision?
- Kinetic energy only
- Both kinetic energy and momentum
- Momentum only (Answer)
- Neither
14. What is the function of the split ring in a DC motor?
- Reverses current direction (Answer)
- Increases voltage
- Stops sparking
- Converts AC to DC
Biology
15. The mode of nutrition in fungi is:
- Photosynthetic
- Parasitic
- Autotrophic
- Saprophytic (Answer)
16. Which of the following is a hereditary material?
- RNA
- Enzyme
- DNA (Answer)
- Hormone
17. The exchange of gases in the lungs occurs in the:
- Alveoli (Answer)
- Bronchi
- Trachea
- Diaphragm
18. In which part of the plant does photosynthesis take place?
- Stem
- Leaf (Answer)
- Flower
- Root
Chemistry
19. The process by which a liquid changes to gas at the surface at any temperature is called:
- Vaporization
- Evaporation (Answer)
- Boiling
- Sublimation
20. Which of these is an exothermic process?
- Boiling of water
- Combustion of fuel (Answer)
- Evaporation of alcohol
- Melting of ice
21. The number of protons and electrons in a neutral oxygen atom are:
- 10 protons, 8 electrons
- 8 protons, 8 electrons (Answer)
- 8 protons, 10 electrons
- 6 protons, 6 electrons
22. Which of the following is a reducing agent?
- NaCl
- HCl
- CO2
- H2 (Answer)
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1. Can I use past questions for Post-UTME preparation from other universities?
It’s best to use past questions from the university you’re applying to since exam styles and focus areas differ.
2. Can past questions help me improve my speed during the exam?
Absolutely. Regular practice with past questions helps you get accustomed to the exam pace, improving time management and reducing anxiety on exam day.
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4. Is it legal to use Original Post-UTME Past Questions?
Yes, using past questions is legal and a common practice among candidates. They are simply previous exams that candidates use for practice and familiarization.
5. How do I avoid over-relying on past questions?
Use past questions as a supplement, not the entirety of your study plan. Ensure you understand concepts and practice answering questions under timed conditions without memorizing answers blindly.
6. Are past questions for all courses the same?
No. Past questions vary by course or faculty. Always get past questions specifically tailored for your course of study.
7. How important is timing when practicing past questions?
Very important. Simulate exam conditions by timing yourself. This builds discipline and helps reduce exam-day stress.
8. Do universities reuse exact questions from past exams?
Some questions or topics may repeat with slight changes, but entire questions are rarely reused verbatim. Focus on understanding common themes and question styles.
List of Nursing Schools Where You Can Use Entrance Exam Past Questions
Anchor College of Nursing Science, Asaba, Delta State
Bishop Shanahan College of Nursing Sciences, Nsukka, Enugu State
College of Nursing Sciences, ABUTH, Zaria, Kaduna State
College of Nursing Sciences, Agbor, Delta State
College of Nursing Sciences, AKTH, Kano, Kano State
College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, Delta State
College of Nursing Sciences, Hadejia, Jigawa State
College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo, Taraba State
College of Nursing Sciences, Kafanchan, Kaduna State
College of Nursing Sciences, National Eye Centre, Kaduna, Kaduna State
College of Nursing Sciences, National Hospital, Abuja FCT
College of Nursing Sciences, Vom, Plateau State
Department of Nursing Sciences, Elizade University, Ilara Mokin, Ondo State
Department of Nursing Sciences, Lagos State University Ikeja, Lagos
Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Portharcourt, Portharcourt, Rivers State
Florence Nightingale College of Nursing, Jos, Plateau State
Sajo College of Nursing Sciences, Birnin Kebbi
Sancta Maria Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, Uzairue, Edo State
Umaru Ringim College of Nursing Sciences, Kano, Kano State
Zenith College of Nursing Sciences, Maiduguri, Borno State