WAEC - English Language (2021)

  • 1

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     While Mr.Ade is his son is a novice.

    Válasz
    (D)
    experienced
  • 2

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    It is better to use persuasion rather than .... to get witnesses to court.

    Válasz
    (B)
    coercion
  • 3

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    The animosity between Fatou and Sheku is shocking, considering the ...... they once shared.

    Válasz
    (B)
    friendship
  • 4

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence

    . The reckless driver was admonished to be ______

    Válasz
    (A)
    cautious
  • 5

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    The old man rebuked the thug and his children  .... him for doing so.

    Válasz
    (A)
    commended
  • 6

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    All divers were enjoined to obtain genuine and ______ licences.

    Válasz
    (C)
    fake
  • 7

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    There was agitation for the .......... law on libel to be re-enacted.

     

    Válasz
    (B)
    repealed
  • 8

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    The two political parties live today in ... after four years of hostility.

    Válasz
    (B)
    amity
  • 9

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    The champions were elated after the tournament while their opponents looked _______

     

    Válasz
    (B)
    dejected
  • 10

    From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    That engineer was said to have used inferior than _____ materials in the construction of the collapsed building.

    Válasz
    (A)
    excellent
  • 11

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    .I could not read what he wrote because his handwriting was_____

    Válasz
    (D)
    illegible
  • 12

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    When all the items on the agenda had been discussed, the meeting was ______

    Válasz
    (C)
    adjourned
  • 13

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    Occasionally, universities award _____ degrees to outstanding personalities.

    Válasz
    (B)
    honorary
  • 14

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    His thoughtlessness is simply beyond _____.

    Válasz
    (C)
    belief
  • 15

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    Many doctors have ___ to western countries for better opportunities.

    Válasz
    (A)
    migrated
  • 16

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The younger brother insisted that he should be a .......... to the account. 

     

    Válasz
    (B)
    signatory
  • 17

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The military was able to ..... the plan to overthrow the government.

    Válasz
    (C)
    thwart
  • 18

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    She gave her poem to her teacher to ....  for the school magazine.

     

    Válasz
    (B)
    edit
  • 19

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    Freedom of movement is a ........ right of every citizen.

    Válasz
    (B)
    fundamental
  • 20

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The governor granted the political prisoners _______

    Válasz
    (C)
    amnesty
  • 21

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The recruits are under his tutelage. This means that he ______

    Válasz
    (B)
    trains them
  • 22

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    He listened attentively to her cock-and-bull story. This means that she told 

    Válasz
    (D)
    a lot of folktales
  • 23

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    He has left the country for this good time. This means that he

    Válasz
    (A)
    will never come back
  • 24

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The bus driver smelt a rat when an unregistered vehicle trailed him for several kilometers. This means that the bus driver

    Válasz
    (C)
    became suspicious
  • 25

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The newly employed workers were remunerated handsomely. This means that

    Válasz
    (C)
    the salaries of the new workers were attractive
  • 26

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The chairman has come under fire over this project. This means that the chairman has been 

    Válasz
    (A)
    severely criticised
  • 27
    The ugly incidents of the Civil War are water under the bridge. This means that the incidents
    Válasz
    (C)
    have been forgotten
  • 28
    My heart was in my mouth as I tried to open the envelope. This means that as I opened the envelope, I was
    Válasz
    (D)
    extremely afraid
  • 29
    Throughout the long argument, the minister maintained his found over the claims. This means that the minister
    Válasz
    (B)
    refused to change his stand
  • 30
    John may be sincere, but I suspect that he has an axe to grind . This means that John has a
    Válasz
    (A)
    selfish motive
  • 31

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

     So much effluent has been poured into the stream that its water has become unsafe for drinking.

    Válasz
    (A)
    sewage
  • 32

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    The students became restive after the authorities increased their tuition fees.

    Válasz
    (D)
    agitated
  • 33

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    Ali plays the guitar with great dexterity.

    Válasz
    (D)
    skill
  • 34

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    Obi's behaviour is questionable

    Válasz
    (C)
    dubious
  • 35

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    The electricity supply in this community is erratic.

    Válasz
    (A)
    unpredictable
  • 36

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    He became really disheartened when he heard the news.

    Válasz
    (C)
    depressed
  • 37

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    The office has taken stringent measures to protect its facilities.

    Válasz
    (C)
    strict
  • 38

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    Adaobi was appalled by the shabby appearance of the man who brought her the message from home. 

    Válasz
    (A)
    shocked
  • 39

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    Henry likes to be involved in shady deals.

     

    Válasz
    (C)
    dishonest
  • 40

    choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

    A good student should be inquisitive

    Válasz
    (C)
    curious
  • 41

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    Life in the city is ........ expensive for most people.

    Válasz
    (D)
    much too
  • 42

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    My father made me ......... at home.

    Válasz
    (A)
    stay
  • 43
    The long-awaited match was called .......... at the last moment
    Válasz
    (A)
    off
  • 44
    Get to work! Don't sit ....... doing nothing
    Válasz
    (A)
    about
  • 45

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    We promised to tell the truth . .?

    Válasz
    (B)
    didn't we
  • 46

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    No sooner had we set off ....... it started to rain

    Válasz
    (C)
    than
  • 47

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    I cannot put up...... his saucy behaviour.

    Válasz
    (B)
    with
  • 48
    Several ______attended the two-day economic summit.
    Válasz
    (C)
    heads of state
  • 49

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    I won't go to the cinema with you; I ..... the movie.

    Válasz
    (B)
    have seen
  • 50

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The committee has submitted its report .. the students' riot.

    Válasz
    (A)
    on
  • 51

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    It's been a rough life so far, ....?

    Válasz
    (A)
    hasn't it
  • 52

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    If I had known, I ......... not have come.

    Válasz
    (C)
    would
  • 53

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    She had to work from .... 

    Válasz
    (D)
    morning till evening
  • 54
    He did it, but not ...... the way I had expected.
    Válasz
    (B)
    quite
  • 55

    choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.

    . After stalking its prey for a while, thé lion .... .or the kill.

    Válasz
    (A)
    closed in
  • 56
    Mary and Jane are always quarrelling with ______.
    Válasz
    (A)
    each other
  • 57
    They have been informed of his departure ...?
    Válasz
    (A)
    haven't they
  • 58
    Although some students may be innocent, ______are guilty of this offence.
    Válasz
    (C)
    most
  • 59
    She prefers singing ........ dancing
    Válasz
    (D)
    to
  • 60
    Is that the lady ........you planned to visit?
    Válasz
    (D)
    whom
  • 61
    The children .........in the pool after school.
    Válasz
    (A)
    swam
  • 62
    In spite of all their shortcomings, we cannot ... admire them. 
    Válasz
    (B)
    but
  • 63
    The African extended family system gives .......members. 
    Válasz
    (C)
    its
  • 64
    We all look forward to meeting the ............
    Válasz
    (A)
    beautiful, young, Nigerian musician
  • 65
    One of my . ..... is a lecturer in the university. 
    Válasz
    (C)
    sisters
  • 66
    Regina pleaded with her son to ........ the habit of smoking.
    Válasz
    (C)
    come off
  • 67
    Their proposal looks .......... than ours.
    Válasz
    (B)
    a little bit more workable
  • 68
    You will be none ....... for it if you take the examinations in November.
    Válasz
    (D)
    the worse
  • 69
     Money serves as a ....71..... of exchange modern world.
    Válasz
    (B)
    medium
  • 70
    This is perhaps the most important..... 72....... of money.
    Válasz
    (C)
    function
  • 71
     People who have money can use it to buy goods and....73... .
    Válasz
    (B)
    services
  • 72
    Without it, trade will be carried out on the basis of ...74.... where goods or services are exchanged as was the practice in the years gone by.
    Válasz
    (A)
    barter
  • 73
    This mode of trading has a number of disadvantages, as people will have to match their .....75..... With those of other people.
    Válasz
    (A)
    needs
  • 74
     For example, if a hunter wants to trade his ....76... for yam,
    Válasz
    (A)
    kill
  • 75
    he must find a ..... 77... who needs what he is trading.
    Válasz
    (C)
    farmer
  • 76
    Another difficulty is determining the ....78..... of each item needed in the exchange. 
    Válasz
    (B)
    value
  • 77
    International trade boosts the....79...of a nation.
    Válasz
    (A)
    economy
  • 78
    The ...80..... frequently used in international trade is the US Dollar.
    Válasz
    (C)
    currency
  • 79

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word hat has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    dark

    Válasz
    (C)
    sharp
  • 80

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    tough

    Válasz
    (D)
    done
  • 81

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    chief

    Válasz
    (B)
    feast
  • 82

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

     

    put

    Válasz
    (B)
    could
  • 83

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    king

    Válasz
    (A)
    kit
  • 84

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    tan

    Válasz
    (D)
    gas
  • 85

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    debt

    Válasz
    (A)
    said
  • 86
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined
    soar
    Válasz
    (D)
    caught
  • 87

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    dye

    Válasz
    (C)
    tide
  • 88

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    date

    Válasz
    (D)
    heinous
  • 89

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    berth

    Válasz
    (A)
    hurt
  • 90

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    sure

    Válasz
    (A)
    sower
  • 91

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    clothes

    Válasz
    (D)
    both
  • 92

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    rear

    Válasz
    (B)
    mere
  • 93

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined

    shoe

    Válasz
    (A)
    prune
  • 94

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    frame

    Válasz
    (D)
    phrase
  • 95

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    love

    Válasz
    (B)
    view
  • 96

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    through

    Válasz
    (B)
    both
  • 97

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    scene

    Válasz
    (C)
    psyche
  • 98

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    change

    Válasz
    (A)
    nature
  • 99

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

     pleasure

    Válasz
    (D)
    occasion
  • 100

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) in bold. 

    gender

    Válasz
    (D)
    joyful
  • 101

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    ton

    Válasz
    (A)
    knock
  • 102

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    weather

    Válasz
    (B)
    brother
  • 103

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    .facts

    Válasz
    (B)
    lots
  • 104

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    sheep

    Válasz
    (C)
    wash
  • 105

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    young

    Válasz
    (C)
    yen
  • 106

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    laughed

    Válasz
    (D)
    right
  • 107

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    tusk

    Válasz
    (C)
    task
  • 108

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.

    fill

    Válasz
    (C)
    blank
  • 109

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word

    niece

    Válasz
    (D)
    piece
  • 110

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word

     blue

     

    Válasz
    (C)
    grew
  • 111

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word

    court

    Válasz
    (D)
    fort
  • 112

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    peel

    Válasz
    (C)
    peal
  • 113

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    style

    Válasz
    (A)
    bile
  • 114

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

    accuracy

    Válasz
    (A)
    AC-cu-ra-cy
  • 115

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

    consequential

    Válasz
    (C)
    con-se-QUEN-tial
  • 116

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

    insensitive

    Válasz
    (B)
    in-SEN-si-tive
  • 117

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

    brutality

    Válasz
    (B)
    bru-TAL-i-ty
  • 118
    Identify the one with the different stress pattern
    Válasz
    (D)
    purpose
  • 119
    Identify the one with the different stress pattern
    Válasz
    (D)
    credit
  • 120
    Identify the one with the different stress pattern
    Válasz
    (A)
    deter
  • 121

    Identify the one with the different stress pattern

     

    Válasz
    (C)
    injure
  • 122
    Identify the one with the different stress pattern
    Válasz
    (A)
    challenger
  • 123

    From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.

    Many students ATTEND lectures everyday.

    Válasz
    (A)
    Do many students skip lectures everyday?
  • 124

    From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.

    John's PARENTS have received the letters.

    Válasz
    (B)
    Have John's friends received the letters?
  • 125

    From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.

    The THIRD-YEAR girls were commended by the principal. 

    Válasz
    (D)
    Were the first-year girls commended by the principal?
  • 126

    From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.

    Stephen SELDOM goes to the house.

    Válasz
    (C)
    Does Stephen often go to the house?
  • 127

    The word that receives the emphatic stress is in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence relates.

    All the EMPLOYEES rejected him.

    Válasz
    (D)
    Did all the employers reject him?
  • 128

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /əʊ/

    Válasz
    (A)
    vogue
  • 129

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /ʊə/

    Válasz
    (C)
    tour
  • 130

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /t /

    Válasz
    (D)
    pity
  • 131

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /æ/

    Válasz
    (B)
    dragon
  • 132

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /b/

    Válasz
    (C)
    public
  • 133

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /ə/

    Válasz
    (B)
    abuse
  • 134

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /l/

    Válasz
    (B)
    lamb
  • 135

    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /k/

    Válasz
    (A)
    cane