WAEC - English Language (2019)

  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

    Though my mother was convinced about the success of the business, her manager remained___________

    Răspuns
    (A)
    Sceptical
  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     

    Judgement should always be in favour of the innocent and not the_________

    Răspuns
    (A)
    guilty
  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     

    Layi is quite reliable but his sister is_________

    Răspuns
    (B)
    untrustworthy
  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     

    The gullible and not the_______usually fall prey to tricksters.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    discerning
  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     

    Tom's humility contrasts with his brother's__________

    Răspuns
    (A)
    haughtiness
  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     

    The life of man appears long but, in reality, it is_________

    Răspuns
    (A)
    brief
  • 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 will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

     

    In the interest of peace, it is better to dialogue than to be_________

    Răspuns
    (C)
    confrontational
  • 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.

     

    All the wealth amassed by a greedy father is often_________by undisciplined children.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    squandered
  • 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.

     

    Many people find cod liver oil disgusting but soldiers find it_________

    Răspuns
    (C)
    pleasant
  • 10

    From the list of words leftered A to D, choose the one tnat 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 arrival of the riot police at our campus_______the tension rather than mitigate it.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    heightened
  • 11

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

    Investigations revealed that the senior students__________ the juniors to throw stones at the Principal's car.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    instigated
  • 12

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

    Supreme court________the ruling of the lower court.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    nullified
  • 13

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

    The board has______ the film because it contains some nude scenes.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    censored
  • 14

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

    Many young graduates have_________to the West in search of greener pastures.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    emigrated
  • 15

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

    The Committee let her go because they considered her explanation__________

    Răspuns
    (C)
    plausible
  • 16

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

    The company has paid dividends to its________

    Răspuns
    (C)
    shareholders
  • 17

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

    Within one year, that country has _________its currency five times.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    devalued
  • 18

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

    The man was arrested because he__________ in the repayment of the loan.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    defaulted
  • 19

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

    Many members of political parties__________ to opposing parties just before elections.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    defect
  • 20

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

    The boy must have _________the disease from the school.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    contracted
  • 21

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The Class captain got cold feet when he was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain became

    Răspuns
    (A)
    nervous
  • 22

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    Street traders often try to palm their customers off with faulty goods. This means that street traders

    Răspuns
    (A)
    trick customers into buying faulty goods
  • 23

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    He has broken new ground in cancer treatment with his drug, This means that he has

    Răspuns
    (B)
    introduced a new method in cancer treatment
  • 24

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The Principal stood her ground even when the students revolted. This means that the Principal

    Răspuns
    (A)
    maintained her position
  • 25

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    Looking after young children can tax ones patience. This means that looking after children

    Răspuns
    (B)
    requires endurance
  • 26

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    When the show was about to begin, we were still at sixes and sevens. This means that we were

    Răspuns
    (A)
    confused
  • 27

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    My aunt's rough driving could make one tear one's hair out. This means that her driving could make one

    Răspuns
    (C)
    get very worried
  • 28

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    We never expected that Father would read us the riot act. This means that our father

    Răspuns
    (C)
    warned us to stop making trouble
  • 29

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    You will certainly break his heart if you tell him that. This means that telling him that would

    Răspuns
    (A)
    make him very sad
  • 30

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    He is at the crossroads of his life. This means that it is time for him to

    Răspuns
    (A)
    make a very important decision
  • 31

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

    Amina is fond of making derogatory remarks about her brother.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    belittling
  • 32

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

    His jail terms are to run concurrently.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    simultaneously
  • 33

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

    Here's a man who comes from a background of entertainment,

    Răspuns
    (C)
    a culture
  • 34

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

    She has always been grateful that you saved her from kidnappers.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    thankful
  • 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 whole place was in turmoil when we got there. 

    Răspuns
    (A)
    confusion
  • 36

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

    Charles' concern for Anna is affected.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    insincere
  • 37

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

    Corporal punishment is meant to be a deterrent to indiscipline.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    discouragement
  • 38

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

    The new bank is fast becoming insolvent.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    bankrupt
  • 39

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

    He did all he could to defend his master.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    protect
  • 40

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

    I hope the Principal would be gracious enough to forgive us.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    merciful
  • 41

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

    You have no excuse________late.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    for being
  • 42

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

    My phone is superior________yours.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    to
  • 43

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

    You will surely help me with my work,_________?

    Răspuns
    (B)
    won't you
  • 44

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

    The trader tried to cash in________the customer's ignorance.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    on
  • 45

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

    She hates________waiting.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    being kept
  • 46

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

    He took his share and gave them______

    Răspuns
    (D)
    theirs
  • 47

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

    it is advisable to mind your own business and not_________

    Răspuns
    (B)
    somebody else's
  • 48

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

    Mike was very glad_________that he had won the lottery.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    to hear
  • 49

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

    Mr kwesi bought_______

    Răspuns
    (D)
    an attractive new cupboard
  • 50

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

    Don't let Jack bully you: stand up________him.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    to
  • 51

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

    The culprits_______when we entered the courtroom.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    were being interrogated
  • 52

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

    The students had no choice_______to do as they had been commanded.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    but
  • 53

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

    My submission________by the Council at the moment.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    is being considered
  • 54

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

    If she had known, she wouldn't have come,________?

    Răspuns
    (D)
    would she
  • 55

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

    Last week's assignment was_________for me.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    much too difficult
  • 56

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

    Could you please_________a receipt for my purchase?

    Răspuns
    (B)
    make out
  • 57

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

    This is an improvement________ the last report.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    on
  • 58

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

    You can apply if you agree_______their terms.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    to
  • 59

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

    When we were in boarding school, my parents usually came to check_________us every week.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    on
  • 60

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

    It is I who________to blame for the lapses.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    am
  • 61

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

    The holiday came to an end all_________soon.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    too
  • 62

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

    The research was carried out _________a sample population.

    Răspuns
    (D)
    on
  • 63

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

    Though________by opposition from his own supporters, the Chairman pressed ahead with his plans.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    shaken
  • 64

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

    To avoid trouble, it is best to say very_________on the case.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    little
  • 65

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

    He offered no explanation,________apology.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    still less an
  • 66

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

    Our school wil________one hundred and twenty students this year.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    turn out
  • 67

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

    At the last minute, Amidu_______of the plan.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    backed out
  • 68

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

    We need to_______ for lost ground.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    make up
  • 69

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

    Blood is usually screened_________ transfusion.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    before
  • 70

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

    I believe he'll be arrested_________

    Răspuns
    (D)
    some day
  • 71
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....71.....] above
    Răspuns
    (B)
    spectators
  • 72
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....72.....] above
    Răspuns
    (C)
    dressing room
  • 73
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....73.....] above
    Răspuns
    (B)
    blew
  • 74
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....74.....] above
    Răspuns
    (B)
    kick-off
  • 75
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....75.....] above
    Răspuns
    (B)
    pennants
  • 76
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....76.....] above
    Răspuns
    (A)
    stands
  • 77
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....77.....] above
    Răspuns
    (B)
    lost
  • 78
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....78.....] above
    Răspuns
    (D)
    substitutes
  • 79
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....79.....] above
    Răspuns
    (A)
    shot
  • 80
    Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....80.....] above
    Răspuns
    (B)
    headed
  • 81

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    marry

    Răspuns
    (A)
    batter
  • 82

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    litmus

    Răspuns
    (A)
    papa
  • 83

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    hurdle

    Răspuns
    (B)
    bird
  • 84

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    wretch

    Răspuns
    (D)
    welter
  • 85

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    country

    Răspuns
    (C)
    tongue
  • 86

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    bawl

    Răspuns
    (A)
    port
  • 87

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    familiar

    Răspuns
    (D)
    slipped
  • 88

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    back

    Răspuns
    (B)
    pat
  • 89

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    canoe

    Răspuns
    (D)
    brew
  • 90

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    league

    Răspuns
    (B)
    critique
  • 91

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    flout

    Răspuns
    (B)
    plough
  • 92

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    kite

    Răspuns
    (B)
    brighter
  • 93

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    protein

    Răspuns
    (D)
    go
  • 94

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    destroy

    Răspuns
    (C)
    poise
  • 95

    Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    waste

    Răspuns
    (C)
    great
  • 96

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    lamb

    Răspuns
    (D)
    dam
  • 97

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    king

    Răspuns
    (D)
    lung
  • 98

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    court

    Răspuns
    (B)
    quickly
  • 99

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    rubber

    Răspuns
    (D)
    thimble
  • 100

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    fashion

    Răspuns
    (D)
    trough
  • 101

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    truth

    Răspuns
    (C)
    threw
  • 102

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    solder

    Răspuns
    (B)
    society
  • 103

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    thatch

    Răspuns
    (D)
    challenge
  • 104

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    shining

    Răspuns
    (A)
    chauffeur
  • 105

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    badge

    Răspuns
    (B)
    tangible
  • 106

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    apron

    Răspuns
    (C)
    print
  • 107

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    diesel

    Răspuns
    (A)
    boys
  • 108

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    dream

    Răspuns
    (D)
    thrill
  • 109

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    lolly

    Răspuns
    (C)
    calcium
  • 110

    Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

    water

    Răspuns
    (C)
    twirl
  • 111

    Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    horde

    Răspuns
    (B)
    board
  • 112

    Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    file

    Răspuns
    (D)
    aisle
  • 113

    Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    treasure

    Răspuns
    (C)
    leisure
  • 114

    Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    great

    Răspuns
    (D)
    weight
  • 115

    Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

    message

    Răspuns
    (B)
    passage
  • 116

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

    constitution

    Răspuns
    (C)
    con-sti-TU-tion
  • 117

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

    extravagant

    Răspuns
    (B)
    ex-TRA-va-gant
  • 118

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

    interrogate

    Răspuns
    (B)
    in-TER-ro-gate
  • 119

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

    catastrophic

    Răspuns
    (C)
    ca-ta-STRO-phic
  • 120

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

    population

    Răspuns
    (C)
    po-pu-LA-tion
  • 121
    In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    allow
  • 122
    In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    repellent
  • 123
    In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    convalesce
  • 124
    In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    sinister
  • 125
    In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    vehicle
  • 126

    In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

    John was a football LEGEND

    Răspuns
    (B)
    was john a football coach?
  • 127

    In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

    Three top excecutives REQUESTED to see the manager.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    Did three top executives decline to see the manager?
  • 128

    In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

    DORIS is a meticulous worker.

    Răspuns
    (A)
    Is james a meticulous worker?
  • 129

    In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

    The junior BOY cleaned the floor.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    Did the junior girl clean the floor?
  • 130

    In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

    Omo's brother won a RADIO.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    Did Omo's brother win a phone?
  • 131

    Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /ɪə/

    Răspuns
    (D)
    fears
  • 132

    Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /^/

    Răspuns
    (C)
    coloured
  • 133

    Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /ao/

    Răspuns
    (B)
    counsel
  • 134

    Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /ɔː/

    Răspuns
    (D)
    authentic
  • 135

    Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

    /a:/

    Răspuns
    (B)
    heart