WAEC - English Language (1992)

  • 1
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
    In many ways my parents are very conservative but there are times when they surprise me with their......ideas on family planning.
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    (E)
    liberal
  • 2
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    My brother adores dogs but he has a very strong ....for cats
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    (D)
    dislike
  • 3
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    My brother adores dogs but he has a very strong ....for cats
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    dislike
  • 4
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    On our way to Tarkwa Bay the sea was turbulent but fortunately it was quite….on our way back
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    calm
  • 5
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    Though payment of the levy is voluntary it is…for all students to pay tuition fees
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    mandatory
  • 6
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    The director left strict instructions regarding the running of the office but his deputy was most….in his absence
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    lax
  • 7
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    Emeka complained that while his colleagues were elevated he was ….
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    downgraded
  • 8
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    The taxi driver pleaded that the splashing of water was accidental but the lady insisted that it was……
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    (B)
    deliberate
  • 9
    Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
    The government was accused of implementing policies that favoured the elite instead of the …
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    masses
  • 10
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    The earthquake that struck Mexico........the city
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    devastated
  • 11
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    After his defeat in the war, the General....his army and went into retirement
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    disbanded
  • 12
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    The notorious robber was finally....by the police after a three-month search
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    arrested
  • 13
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    Many students had good results in the examination but Kola's performance was .....
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    best
  • 14
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    Besides being a qualified nurse, my mother is also good in accounting, hair-dressing and sewing; she is very....indeed.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    versatile
  • 15
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    It is most...that despite the huge amount spent on health care, most hospitals lack basic medical equipment
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    astonishing
  • 16
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    The........ceremony of the new Oba had to be postponed because of the sudden death of his mother
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    coronation
  • 17
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    The local government election result was cancelled because of widespread.....during voting.
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    (E)
    irregularities
  • 18
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    He was....to have escaped unhurt from the collapsed building.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    fortunate
  • 19
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    The out-going leader warned his successor to beware of....who praise every activity of government, whether good or bad.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    sycophants
  • 20
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
    The officers pledged their.....loyalty to the new government
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    unalloyed
  • 21
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Though we lost the match, we will get even with our opponents in the next round. This means that
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    (B)
    we will win the next match
  • 22
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    He was retrenched last year and now he is only the shadow of his former self. This means that he
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    is very thin and weak
  • 23

    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.

    Due to poor visibility all aircraft were grounded at the Kano Airport for two days. This means that.

    Απάντηση
    (C)
    no aircraft could take off
  • 24
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Getting six distinctions in your mock examinations is praiseworthy but do not allow it to get into year head. This means that the good result
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    should not make you conceited
  • 25
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    When Mr. Ojo, the first principal, suddenly left the school it became a regular bedlam. This means that
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    there was noise and confusion everywhere
  • 26
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Segun held the audience spellbound with his superb performance. This means that
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    members of the audience were captivated by Segun's performance
  • 27
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Matters came to a head when the man accused his wife of infidelity. This means that the
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    accusation worsened the relationship between the couple
  • 28
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    The way the young pupils were chasing the poor mad woman made my blood boil. This means that
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    I was agitated about the action of the pupils
  • 29
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    The former chairman has no moral right to criticize the present chairman because he too has a skeleton in the cupboard. This means that the
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    former chairman has an unpleasant secret that is hidden
  • 30
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    Femi's comments were germane to the issue under discussion.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    relevant
  • 31
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The testimony of the witness absolved the accused of the charges.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    cleared
  • 32
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The supreme court set aside the ruling of the High Court
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    nullified
  • 33
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The ornament should be handled with care because it is fragile
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    delicate
  • 34
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The minister announced that the government would soon make a law to prohibit the showing of obscene films.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    immoral
  • 35
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    His approach to work is rather perfunctory
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    careless
  • 36
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The retiring officer's contribution towards the growth of the company was invaluable
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    inestimable
  • 37
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The General's response to the question on whether or not he would retire from the army was evasive
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    elusive
  • 38
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    He poured out a lot of invectives in a speech that was supposed to be a vote of thanks.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    curses
  • 39
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    Her eloping with the man is a stigma to the family
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    disgrace
  • 40
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
    The politician was given a tumultuous welcome when he came to address the rally.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    noisy
  • 41
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Everyone must be ...bed by 9.00p.m
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    (D)
    in
  • 42
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Femi was told not to allow pleasure to interfere....his duty.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    with
  • 43
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
    He sent a card to his parents to congratulate them......their diamond wedding anniversary
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    on
  • 44
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The pupils were advised not to laugh....mad people.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    at
  • 45
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    If you want to succeed in life, you will have to shake....your lazy habits.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    off
  • 46
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    You should take good care of your car....buy another one
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    for you may not be able to
  • 47
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Hardly had we arrived.......he left
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    when
  • 48
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    It is high time you ....smoking
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    stopped
  • 49
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The office......he works is fully air-conditioned.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    where
  • 50
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    I do not like to flatter people but I must say that Bisi is......beautiful girl in the school
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    the most
  • 51
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    He would have won the race.........
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    if he had run faster
  • 52
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Though we are friends, I...
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    refused to lend her any money
  • 53
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    There is no dispute about the ownership of this piece of land, but....is that portion over there?
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    whose
  • 54
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Neither Adamu nor Musa....... at home when ldris arrived
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    was
  • 55
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Both Ngozi and Ifeoma promised to attend the party but......of them came.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    neither
  • 56
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    He has stopped drinking.....?
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    hasn't he
  • 57
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The labour leaders threatened a............with the government if the subsidy was removed
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    show-down
  • 58
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The labour leaders threatened a............with the government if the subsidy was removed
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    show-down
  • 59
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    ....of what he said was nonsense
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    Much
  • 60
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The utility player in the center forward position meandered...the defence of the opponent to score the winning goal.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    through
  • 61
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    If it......rained, I would have completed the work.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    hadn't
  • 62
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    .....kept the bicycle in the rain?
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    who
  • 63
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    ......the owner of that dog?
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    who's
  • 64
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    One of the pupils.....able to answer the question correctly.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    was
  • 65
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    ......way you look at it, Alabi's case is a very bad one.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    whichever
  • 66
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    They were warned, so they have ...... to blame for the problems they are now facing.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    themselves
  • 67
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    People were cautious about.....the sad news to her
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    breaking
  • 68
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    .........in his right senses will give shelter to a known thief.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    nobody
  • 69
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    It was very clever of the students...the problem so quickly.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    to have solved
  • 70
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The dress he wore was....appropriate for the party.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    quite
  • 71
    In question numbered 69 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    professions
  • 72
    In question numbered 70 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    individuals
  • 73
    In question numbered 71 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    motivate
  • 74
    In question numbered 72 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
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    (A)
    attainment
  • 75
    In question numbered 73 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    intitiation
  • 76
    In question numbered 74 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
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    (B)
    formal
  • 77
    In question numbered 75 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    meal
  • 78
    In question numbered 76 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    culinary
  • 79
    In question numbered 77 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    neighbourhood
  • 80
    In question numbered 78 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    influence
  • 81
    In question numbered 79 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    organized
  • 82
    In question numbered 80 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    hierarchy
  • 83
    In question numbered 81 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    teacher
  • 84
    In question numbered 82 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    behaviour
  • 85
    In question numbered 83 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    bacterial
  • 86
    In question numbered 84 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    catarrh
  • 87
    In question numbered 85 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (B)
    sporadic
  • 88
    In question numbered 86 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    infctions
  • 89
    In question numbered 87 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    symptoms
  • 90
    In question numbered 88 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (A)
    diagnosed
  • 91
    In question numbered 89 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    undiscovered
  • 92
    In question numbered 90 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    attack
  • 93
    In question numbered 91 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (C)
    immunity
  • 94
    In question numbered 92 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (E)
    drug
  • 95
    In question numbered 93 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Απάντηση
    (D)
    protection