WAEC - English Language (1991)

  • 1
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    The measures that were introduced to accelerate the process of national development have in actual fact ...it
    Răspuns
    (B)
    retarded
  • 2
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    I thought that the comments made by the secretary were quite innocuous but the chairman considered them.....
    Răspuns
    (E)
    harmful
  • 3
    Instruction. Choose the word most suitable for the sentence.
    The .....of the few rich in our society contrasts with the poverty of the masses.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    affluence
  • 4
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    Bola was vocal in protesting against the high-handedness of the police unlike Sola who was ....
    Răspuns
    (A)
    mute
  • 5
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    The rather insignificant effort he made yielded ....results
    Răspuns
    (E)
    tremendous
  • 6
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    Ibrahim's flamboyant lifestyle contrasts sharply with Aminu's ....attitude.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    austered
  • 7
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    The young man was advised to be ....and not rigid on critical Issues if he wanted to make a good career in politics.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    flexible
  • 8
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    At the end of the crisis, the leaders declared that there was neither victor nor.....
    Răspuns
    (C)
    vanquished
  • 9
    Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
    Rather than show remorse for his offense, he remained......
    Răspuns
    (E)
    unrepentant
  • 10
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Many people died in the ...accident
    Răspuns
    (E)
    fatal
  • 11
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Despite all our pleas, the manager remained.... in his refusal of our request.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    adamant
  • 12
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Poor feeding causes .....in children.
    Răspuns
    (E)
    malnutrition
  • 13
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    The shrill voice of the actor....across the hall.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    reverberated
  • 14
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    It is a ... that the more you look, the less you see.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    paradox
  • 15
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    The meeting was...indefinitely to reconvene at a later date.
    Răspuns
    (E)
    postponed
  • 16
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Femi has a...appetite.
    Răspuns
    (E)
    voracious
  • 17
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    His appointment was....because of the irregularities discovered in his credentials.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    cancelled
  • 18

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

    The peace meeting nipped the crisis in the bud. This means that

    Răspuns
    (A)
    the crisis was averted
  • 19
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Ugonna passed his examinations with flying colours. This means Ugonna
    Răspuns
    (A)
    did very well
  • 20
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Emeka had a field day at the dancing competition. This means that Emeka
    Răspuns
    (C)
    triumphed in all aspects of the competition
  • 21
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Femi's plans amount to building castles in the air. This means that Feml's plans are
    Răspuns
    (D)
    unrealizable
  • 22
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    The appearance which the famous actor made last month was his swan song. This means that
    Răspuns
    (C)
    the play was the actor's last appearance before the died
  • 23
    After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
    Akpan does not let grass grow under his feet. This means that Akpan
    Răspuns
    (A)
    does not waste time in doing things
  • 24
    From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
    Edet will have to face the consequences of his rash action.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    results
  • 25
    From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
    You will incur your father's wrath if you do that.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    anger
  • 26
    From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
    I have implicit confidence in Abass' ability to win the race.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    absolute
  • 27
    From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
    The points he made are germane to the argument.
    Răspuns
    (E)
    relevant
  • 28
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    He preferred travelling by road....travelling by air.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    to
  • 29
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The police are...the trail of the suspect.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    on
  • 30
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    .............candidates passed in English Language than in Mathematics.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    More
  • 31
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Alhaji Musa owns fifty....
    Răspuns
    (D)
    heads of cattle
  • 32
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Ameh....to school nowadays.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    walks
  • 33
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    He......say it to my face that I did that.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    dare not
  • 34
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    One of his greatest achievements...the restoration of order and stability to the company.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    was
  • 35
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    If I had heard this earlier, I ....given him the job.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    would not have
  • 36
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Mr. Smith had worked here before leaving for the U.K....?
    Răspuns
    (B)
    isn't it
  • 37
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Who saw the accused...the purse from the complainant's handbag?
    Răspuns
    (A)
    take
  • 38
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    ..........bring a letter of authority before he can collect the money?
    Răspuns
    (B)
    Need he
  • 39
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Surely, he ....come in person if he doesn't want to !
    Răspuns
    (A)
    needs not
  • 40
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Fortunately my father..........the scene before the explosion occurred.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    had just left
  • 41
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The rainstorm did a lot of.......to the houses and trees in the area.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    damage
  • 42
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    You are not allowed to carry.....on this flight.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    much luggage
  • 43
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    It is no longer easy for graduates to secure.......
    Răspuns
    (C)
    employment
  • 44
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    If you would listen, I could give you............
    Răspuns
    (D)
    valuable advice
  • 45
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    That load is......heavy for a child of his age to carry.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    too
  • 46
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Tunji was..............hungry that he ate the food meant for his three sisters
    Răspuns
    (A)
    so
  • 47
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    On my way to the post office,I ..........my classmate.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    stopped to greet
  • 48
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The celebrations were rounded ....... with a novelty match.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    off
  • 49
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    As fresh fruits are scarce in the dry season, we had to.............tinned fruits.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    make do with
  • 50
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    They are.....new employees at the headquarters of the factory.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    taking on
  • 51
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    We all look forward to ........ ourselves at the party.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    enjoying
  • 52
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The messenger .....home until his boss leaves.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    dare not go
  • 53
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Sherifat did not behave.....her parents' wishes.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    in accordance with
  • 54
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Are you keen...........joining me in this venture?
    Răspuns
    (C)
    on
  • 55
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Do you notice John and Comfort glancing at .....?
    Răspuns
    (C)
    each other
  • 56
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
    Do you notice John and Comfort glancing at ...?
    Răspuns
    (C)
    each other
  • 57
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    The corrupt bank manager was arrested and convicted..........
    Răspuns
    (C)
    in the long run
  • 58
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    I cannot travel in an open car because I am allergic......dust
    Răspuns
    (B)
    to
  • 59
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    If you keep trying, you'll succeed...........the end.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    in
  • 60
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    For our Sunday lunch. Mother always cooked a .......
    Răspuns
    (A)
    large pot of thick,spicy groundnut soup
  • 61

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.

    Don't believe all.............he had told you.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    that
  • 62
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    He succeeded ....the odds he faced.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    despite
  • 63
    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
    Please let me have.........salt in my soup.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    a little
  • 64
    In question numbered 66 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (E)
    harmful
  • 65
    In question numbered 67 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    produce
  • 66
    In question numbered 68 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (E)
    pollinating
  • 67
    In question numbered 69 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    traditional
  • 68
    In question numbered 70 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    hive
  • 69
    In question numbered 71 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    fire
  • 70
    In question numbered 72 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    exceptionally
  • 71
    In question numbered 73 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    nectar
  • 72
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Splash
    Răspuns
    (C)
    boss
  • 73
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Charisma
    Răspuns
    (B)
    caricature
  • 74
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Mate
    Răspuns
    (C)
    eight
  • 75
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Work
    Răspuns
    (A)
    girl
  • 76
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Those
    Răspuns
    (B)
    this
  • 77
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Child
    Răspuns
    (D)
    buy
  • 78
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has a similar sound to the underlined sound in the given word.
    Gear
    Răspuns
    (A)
    jeer
  • 79
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Gnash
    Răspuns
    (C)
    nap
  • 80
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Dog
    Răspuns
    (A)
    don
  • 81
    From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
    Pool
    Răspuns
    (C)
    move
  • 82
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Cause
    Răspuns
    (B)
    pause
  • 83
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Blood
    Răspuns
    (C)
    flood
  • 84
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Head
    Răspuns
    (A)
    said
  • 85
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Brother
    Răspuns
    (B)
    broader
  • 86
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Quicken
    Răspuns
    (D)
    chicken
  • 87

    In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.

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

    agriculture

    Răspuns
    (B)
    Agriculture
  • 88
    In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
    From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
    economics
    Răspuns
    (D)
    ecoNOmics
  • 89
    In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
    From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
    democracy
    Răspuns
    (C)
    deMOcracy
  • 90
    In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
    From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
    democracy
    Răspuns
    (C)
    deMOcracy