WAEC - English Language (1989)

• 1

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  One of the armed robbers was as daring in his words at the stake as the other was

  回答

  (D)

  timid
• 2

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  His outspokenness contrasts with the ..... of the father.

  回答

  (E)

  taciturnity
• 3

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  It is curious how Bayo can be so carefree in his ways when his brother is so ...

  回答

  (A)

  meticulous
• 4

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Personally, I give in rather easily when it comes to arguments, but Emeka will always... to his opinions

  回答

  (B)

  hold on
• 5

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  He intentionally threw the documents away and somebody ... burnt them

  回答

  (C)

  accidentally
• 6

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The crops the farmer planted were .... by some naughty boys.

  回答

  (E)

  uprooted
• 7

  Instruction: Chose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The man refused to accept the offer of a job in the rural areas; he preferred one in the ...area

  回答

  (B)

  urban
• 8

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  The candidates were told that passing the examination wasn't a passport to getting an admission.

  回答

  (A)

  a guarantee of
• 9

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  She tried to throw dust in my eyes

  回答

  (D)

  mislead me
• 10

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  Despite the different economic measures taken by the government, the country is not yet out of the wood

  回答

  (D)

  free from difficulties
• 11

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  Our house swept the board in the inter-house sports competition.

  回答

  (C)

  was completely successful
• 12

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  The preacher advised those who lost their property in the fire outbreak that every cloud has a
  silverlining

  回答

  (E)

  there ia a good side to all misfortunes
• 13

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  My father always advised me to take time by the forelock

  回答

  (A)

  use an opportunity promptly
• 14

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  Soyinka has made his mark in the literary world. 

  回答

  (B)

  become distinguished
• 15

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  The runners-up trophy which our school had won was cold comfort for all the efforts we made.

  回答

  (E)

  a poor consolation
• 16

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  The runners-up trophy which our school had won was cold comfort for all the efforts we made

  回答

  (E)

  a poor consolation
• 17

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  Amina used to be hand in glove with her boyfriend

  回答

  (E)

  be close relations with her boyfriend
• 18

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for the sentence.
  Chika escaped the accident by a hair's breadth

  回答

  (A)

  narrowly
• 19

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for each sentence .
  Chika escaped the accident by a hair's breadth

  回答

  (A)

  narrowly
• 20

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  The decision taken by the panel is irrevocable

  回答

  (A)

  irreversible
• 21

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  Death is inevitable for man

  回答

  (A)

  unavoidable
• 22

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  The superintendent was appalled by the attitude of some of the employees towards their work.

  回答

  (C)

  shocked
• 23

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  The lawyer's argument of the case was exhaustive

  回答

  (D)

  thorough
• 24

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  The suspect was made to walk in front of the anxious crowds

  回答

  (D)

  curious
• 25

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  The principal's orders are imperative.

  回答

  (E)

  necessary
• 26

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  It is absurd to suggest that Tunde should marry that saucy lady.

  回答

  (E)

  ridiculous
• 27

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  I am very proud to speak before this august assembly.

  回答

  (E)

  popular
• 28

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  She tried to settle the quarrel but the man remained obstinate to listen to her.

  回答

  (C)

  stubborn
• 29

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  Okon attempted to entice Eno with the promise of a handsome sum of money

  回答

  (E)

  tempt
• 30

  From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
  The monk lived an ascetic life in order to discipline himself.

  回答

  (E)

  an austere
• 31

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
  Despite their newness on the workers were remunerated rather handsomely. This means that

  回答

  (D)

  the sum paid out was quite attractive
• 32

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence..
  The plan to upgrade the dispensary to a general hospital did not materialize. This means that

  回答

  (A)

  the arrangement did not work out as wished
• 33

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
  When the principal was asked what his opinion was on the controversial issue, his reply was ambiguous. This means that the principal's reply was not

  回答

  (D)

  clear
• 34

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
  Even though Susan was the last in the examination, her result wasn't too different from what had been expected. This means that

  回答

  (A)

  her result was as expected
• 35

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
  Despite their strangely unrefined behavior, the foreigners were given preferential treatment. This means that the foreigners were

  回答

  (C)

  well-treated despite their rudeness
• 36

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Mrs. Adam''s purchased ....

  回答

  (B)

  an imported pure leather bag
• 37

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The students protested against the ....

  回答

  (C)

  thrice weekly sports practice
• 38

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  It was apparent that we were being ... by the heat as soon as the air conditioner was switched off

  回答

  (B)

  stifled
• 39

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The eldest son took a foolish decision which made him ... his claim to the additional chieftain title.

  回答

  (D)

  forefeit
• 40

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Jumai's stay in the hotel afforded her....chance to do her writing

  回答

  (A)

  ample
• 41

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  If I ... what actually happened, I would have punished him.

  回答

  (A)

  had heard
• 42

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

  It.... If the leader of the group had come with them

  回答

  (C)

  would have been better
• 43

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  It is time we ... for the party.

  回答

  (B)

  left
• 44

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The suspect ... when I entered the office.

  回答

  (C)

  was being questioned
• 45

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The president's speech ... at 7pm yesterday

  回答

  (D)

  was broadcast
• 46

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  You were punished because you ...last week without permission.

  回答

  (A)

  ought not to have travelled
• 47

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  It has been rough so far, ....?

  回答

  (A)

  hasn't it
• 48

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  It has been rough so far, ....?

  回答

  (A)

  hasn't it
• 49

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The Minister say he is accountable ... the president, and nobody else.

  回答

  (B)

  to
• 50

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Nobody was surprised that the thief was convicted....all the charges.

  回答

  (C)

  of
• 51

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The PTA meeting did not adjourn until it had discussed all the matters placed....it

  回答

  (C)

  before
• 52

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  My uncle is an expert ...Mechanical Engineering.

  回答

  (B)

  in
• 53

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  .....is the owner of this pair of scissors?

  回答

  (A)

  Who
• 54

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  My mother was pleased ... me when she learnt of my success.

  回答

  (A)

  with
• 55

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Musa was disappointed and decided to take it ... Maryam

  回答

  (D)

  out on
• 56

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The students refused to appear before the ...panel set up to look into their demands.

  回答

  (B)

  five-man
• 57

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  He played...than anyone else.

  回答

  (A)

  worse
• 58

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  She can't sing ..as I had thought

  回答

  (D)

  as well
• 59

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Tayo was very obstinate; the more his mother insisted ... willingly would he do anything.

  回答

  (C)

  the less
• 60

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  There was ... enough food to go around.

  回答

  (A)

  scarcely
• 61

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  That child... nearly caused an accident.

  回答

  (C)

  very
• 62

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The student did the assignment, but not ...the way i had expected.

  回答

  (B)

  quite
• 63

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Osaro told members of his club that the match would kick ... at 4.30pm.

  回答

  (B)

  off
• 64

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Ngozi....comes to see us now.

  回答

  (D)

  hardly ever
• 65

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  As the opposing parties would not agree, the peace meeting....in confusion.

  回答

  (D)

  broke up
• 66

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  Mallam Gana owns many...on his farm.

  回答

  (B)

  herds of cattle
• 67

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  I want to know your religious ....

  回答

  (C)

  beliefs
• 68

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  He runs....

  回答

  (C)

  rather too fast
• 69

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The previous assignment was ... for me.

  回答

  (A)

  much too difficult
• 70

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The TV set...was damaged last week has been taken to an electronics engineer.

  回答

  (A)

  which
• 71

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  My...house is by the side of the road

  回答

  (A)

  father-in-law's
• 72

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes the sentence.
  The students were advised to look....difficult words in the dictionary.

  回答

  (D)

  up
• 73

  In question numbered 72 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  taken in
• 74

  In question numbered 73 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  suggest
• 75

  In question numbered 74 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (E)

  fond
• 76

  In question numbered 75 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  often
• 77

  In question numbered 76 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (A)

  data
• 78

  In question numbered 77 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  regular
• 79

  In question numbered 78 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (C)

  time
• 80

  In question numbered 79 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (A)

  rarely
• 81

  In question numbered 80 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (C)

  if
• 82

  In question numbered 81 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (E)

  closely
• 83

  In question numbered 82 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (B)

  discovered
• 84

  In question numbered 83 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (C)

  length and breadth
• 85

  In question numbered 84 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (A)

  amazingly
• 86

  In question numbered 85 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (E)

  peak
• 87

  In question numbered 86 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  advent
• 88

  In question numbered 87 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (B)

  exorbitant
• 89

  In question numbered 88 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  work on
• 90

  In question numbered 89 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (E)

  practicable
• 91

  In question numbered 90 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (A)

  cost
• 92

  In question numbered 91 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (B)

  area
• 93

  In question numbered 92 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (C)

  site
• 94

  In question numbered 93 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (A)

  thoroughly
• 95

  In question numbered 94 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (C)

  on
• 96

  In question numbered 95 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (E)

  used
• 97

  In question numbered 96 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (B)

  dug
• 98

  In question numbered 97 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (D)

  commences
• 99

  In question numbered 98 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (A)

  ensures
• 100

  In question numbered 99 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap

  回答

  (C)

  standard