WAEC - English Language (2016)

  • 1
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.


    The road which used to be wide now appears.......because of the new drainage.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    Narrow
  • 2
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.


    In the past, anybody who angered the gods was made to.....them.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    Appease
  • 3
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    Rather than being sensitive to the plight of the workers, the manager remained......
    Răspuns
    (D)
    Indifferent
  • 4
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    A keen student makes progress but the....one hardly does well.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    Reluctant
  • 5
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    Unlike you, i thought the message was quite....not ambiguous.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    Clear
  • 6
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    Good qualities alleviate poverty whereas bad ones...it.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    aggravate
  • 7
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    One expects books kept in the library to be well....not jumbled
    Răspuns
    (C)
    Arranged
  • 8
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    Despite everything, i chose to keep rather than....the secret.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    Reveal
  • 9
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    Though the teachers....the idea, the principal was averse to it.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    welcomed
  • 10
    In each of the following sentence, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning in the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    It is only natural to feel nervous when you first take the stage but you soon become.....
    Răspuns
    (D)
    composed
  • 11
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    Don't tell me you are....enough to believe his lies.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    naive
  • 12
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The members of parliaments tabled an.....to the constitution.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    amendment
  • 13
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    His.....to violent video games is something to worry about.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    addiction
  • 14
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    Most people think that....punishment should be abolished, even in murder cases.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    capital
  • 15
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The president made a....appeal for calm in the face of the crisis.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    passionnate
  • 16
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    What i gave you was supposed to.....your monthly earnings
    Răspuns
    (D)
    augment
  • 17
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The boy's parents.....a sigh of relief when he was found.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    heaved
  • 18
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    We....the meeting indefinitely because we could not form a quorum.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    postponed
  • 19
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    The police man tried to.....money from the motorist.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    extort
  • 20
    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

    They were given an....either pay the rent or vacate the premises.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    ultimatum
  • 21
    After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    My school carried the day in the debate. This means that my school
    Răspuns
    (B)
    won the debate
  • 22
    After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    We covered much ground at the conference yesterday. This means that we
    Răspuns
    (B)
    treated many issues
  • 23
    Interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    We saw Ada, of all people, dancing. This means
    Răspuns
    (D)
    we were surprised to see Ada dancing
  • 24
    interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    There were clear indications that Buba backed the wrong horse. This means that Buba
    Răspuns
    (A)
    supported the wrong person
  • 25
    Interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    I knew that they were economical with the the truth. This means that they
    Răspuns
    (D)
    knew more than they were prepared to say
  • 26
    interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    My mother wanted to know what was eating him. This means that she wanted to find out
    Răspuns
    (C)
    why he was upset
  • 27
    interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    People who tells lies makes me see red. This means that such people make me
    Răspuns
    (B)
    angry
  • 28
    interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    After several attempts to claim the child, he threw in the towel. This means that he
    Răspuns
    (B)
    accepted defeat
  • 29
    interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    This is their third defeat in a row. This means that they have
    Răspuns
    (D)
    suffered three consecutive defeats
  • 30
    Interpretations are given. choose the interpretation that is most appropriate

    The company has been under siege from the public. This means that the company is being
    Răspuns
    (B)
    picketed
  • 31
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence

    Most people abhor nagging.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    despise
  • 32
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    I really hope beatrice would be kind enough to let us stay the night.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    gracious
  • 33
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    I personally think that the costume outlandish
    Răspuns
    (B)
    strange
  • 34
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    He did all he could to fortify the building against attack.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    secure
  • 35
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    This is one decision you cannot defend
    Răspuns
    (A)
    justify
  • 36
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    He simply dislikes he's wife's inordinate demands for money.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    excessive
  • 37
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    Bravery is Victor's most dominant trait
    Răspuns
    (B)
    outstanding
  • 38
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    It's always better to buy durable products
    Răspuns
    (D)
    lasting
  • 39
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    Where did this document emanate from.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    originate
  • 40
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    The management applauded the staff for their hardwork
    Răspuns
    (B)
    commended
  • 41
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    We arrive just....time for the formal opening.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    in
  • 42
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    I didn't tell my parents about the trip because they would be....themselves with worry.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    beside
  • 43
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    She claims....someone jump over the fence
    Răspuns
    (B)
    to have seen
  • 44
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    Kofi said he is better at physics....
    Răspuns
    (B)
    than i am
  • 45
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    Her shoes are made....genuine leather
    Răspuns
    (B)
    of
  • 46
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    Even after his explanations, I was none the ___________
    Răspuns
    (A)
    wiser
  • 47
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    I spoke to Mary and Peter on the issue but....of them took my advice.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    neither
  • 48
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    You like ice cream, .....
    Răspuns
    (D)
    don't you
  • 49
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    We need to.....for lost time.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    make up
  • 50
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    Everyone wants to be the.......favourite
    Răspuns
    (C)
    school principal's
  • 51
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    The haircut makes him.....in the crowd.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    stand out
  • 52
    From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences

    .....in this town form many years, i can tell you a lot about its people.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    having lived
  • 53
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    I don't believe that any..... person would do such a thing
    Răspuns
    (B)
    mature
  • 54
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    The coach, as well as the players....given fantastic gifts last month.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    was
  • 55
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    If he....here, he would do it for free
    Răspuns
    (C)
    were
  • 56
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    Had she told me, i.....you
    Răspuns
    (B)
    would have stopped
  • 57
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    Since his transfer to Banjul, my brother......our hometown
    Răspuns
    (C)
    has not visited
  • 58
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    The Minister....Agriculture visited our school today
    Răspuns
    (C)
    of
  • 59
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    I was barely half way home when darkness....
    Răspuns
    (B)
    set in
  • 60
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    You must obtain a degree....medicine to become a doctor
    Răspuns
    (D)
    in
  • 61
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    We'll buy more but for now lets just....with what we have
    Răspuns
    (B)
    make do
  • 62
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    They told her that we would solve the problem....
    Răspuns
    (D)
    ourselves
  • 63
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    The sport i like....is swimming
    Răspuns
    (C)
    most
  • 64
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    If you insist that you are not a tailor.....are you?
    Răspuns
    (C)
    what
  • 65
    From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

    If your grades dont improve, i shall have no option...to move you to another school
    Răspuns
    (D)
    but