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
    Trả lời
    (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.....
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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 ....
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.....
    Trả lời
    (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......
    Trả lời
    (E)
    unrepentant
  • 10
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Many people died in the ...accident
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (C)
    adamant
  • 12
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Poor feeding causes .....in children.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (E)
    postponed
  • 16
    From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
    Femi has a...appetite.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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

    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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....
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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....?
    Trả lời
    (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?
    Trả lời
    (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?
    Trả lời
    (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 !
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.......
    Trả lời
    (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............
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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?
    Trả lời
    (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 .....?
    Trả lời
    (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 ...?
    Trả lời
    (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..........
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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 .......
    Trả lời
    (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.

    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (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.
    Trả lời
    (A)
    a little
  • 64
    In question numbered 66 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (E)
    harmful
  • 65
    In question numbered 67 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (A)
    produce
  • 66
    In question numbered 68 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (E)
    pollinating
  • 67
    In question numbered 69 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (C)
    traditional
  • 68
    In question numbered 70 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (C)
    hive
  • 69
    In question numbered 71 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (D)
    fire
  • 70
    In question numbered 72 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (A)
    exceptionally
  • 71
    In question numbered 73 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (C)
    move
  • 82
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Cause
    Trả lời
    (B)
    pause
  • 83
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Blood
    Trả lời
    (C)
    flood
  • 84
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Head
    Trả lời
    (A)
    said
  • 85
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Brother
    Trả lời
    (B)
    broader
  • 86
    From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
    Quicken
    Trả lời
    (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

    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (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
    Trả lời
    (C)
    deMOcracy