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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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 ______

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

     

    Răspuns
    (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    repealed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.

    Răspuns
    (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 _______

     

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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_____

    Răspuns
    (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 ______

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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 _____.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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. 

     

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

     

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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 _______

    Răspuns
    (C)
    amnesty
  • 21

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

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

    Răspuns
    (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 

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (C)
    became suspicious
  • 25

    Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

    The newly employed workers were remunerated handsomely. This means that

    Răspuns
    (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 

    Răspuns
    (A)
    severely criticised
  • 27
    The ugly incidents of the Civil War are water under the bridge. This means that the incidents
    Răspuns
    (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
    Răspuns
    (D)
    extremely afraid
  • 29
    Throughout the long argument, the minister maintained his found over the claims. This means that the minister
    Răspuns
    (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
    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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. 

    Răspuns
    (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.

     

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

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

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

    We promised to tell the truth . .?

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (B)
    with
  • 48
    Several ______attended the two-day economic summit.
    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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, ....?

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (C)
    would
  • 53

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

    She had to work from .... 

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

    Răspuns
    (A)
    closed in
  • 56
    Mary and Jane are always quarrelling with ______.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    each other
  • 57
    They have been informed of his departure ...?
    Răspuns
    (A)
    haven't they
  • 58
    Although some students may be innocent, ______are guilty of this offence.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    most
  • 59
    She prefers singing ........ dancing
    Răspuns
    (D)
    to
  • 60
    Is that the lady ........you planned to visit?
    Răspuns
    (D)
    whom
  • 61
    The children .........in the pool after school.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    swam
  • 62
    In spite of all their shortcomings, we cannot ... admire them. 
    Răspuns
    (B)
    but
  • 63
    The African extended family system gives .......members. 
    Răspuns
    (C)
    its
  • 64
    We all look forward to meeting the ............
    Răspuns
    (A)
    beautiful, young, Nigerian musician
  • 65
    One of my . ..... is a lecturer in the university. 
    Răspuns
    (C)
    sisters
  • 66
    Regina pleaded with her son to ........ the habit of smoking.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    come off
  • 67
    Their proposal looks .......... than ours.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    a little bit more workable
  • 68
    You will be none ....... for it if you take the examinations in November.
    Răspuns
    (D)
    the worse
  • 69
     Money serves as a ....71..... of exchange modern world.
    Răspuns
    (B)
    medium
  • 70
    This is perhaps the most important..... 72....... of money.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    function
  • 71
     People who have money can use it to buy goods and....73... .
    Răspuns
    (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.
    Răspuns
    (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.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    needs
  • 74
     For example, if a hunter wants to trade his ....76... for yam,
    Răspuns
    (A)
    kill
  • 75
    he must find a ..... 77... who needs what he is trading.
    Răspuns
    (C)
    farmer
  • 76
    Another difficulty is determining the ....78..... of each item needed in the exchange. 
    Răspuns
    (B)
    value
  • 77
    International trade boosts the....79...of a nation.
    Răspuns
    (A)
    economy
  • 78
    The ...80..... frequently used in international trade is the US Dollar.
    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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
    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (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

    Răspuns
    (C)
    blank
  • 109

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

    niece

    Răspuns
    (D)
    piece
  • 110

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

     blue

     

    Răspuns
    (C)
    grew
  • 111

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

    court

    Răspuns
    (D)
    fort
  • 112

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

    peel

    Răspuns
    (C)
    peal
  • 113

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

    style

    Răspuns
    (A)
    bile
  • 114

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

    accuracy

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

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

    consequential

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

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

    insensitive

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

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

    brutality

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

    Identify the one with the different stress pattern

     

    Răspuns
    (C)
    injure
  • 122
    Identify the one with the different stress pattern
    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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. 

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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.

    Răspuns
    (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/

    Răspuns
    (A)
    vogue
  • 129

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

    /ʊə/

    Răspuns
    (C)
    tour
  • 130

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

    /t /

    Răspuns
    (D)
    pity
  • 131

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

    /æ/

    Răspuns
    (B)
    dragon
  • 132

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

    /b/

    Răspuns
    (C)
    public
  • 133

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

    /ə/

    Răspuns
    (B)
    abuse
  • 134

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

    /l/

    Răspuns
    (B)
    lamb
  • 135

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

    /k/

    Răspuns
    (A)
    cane