WAEC - English Language (1990)

• 1

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The young engineer is good at terminating other people's project but has not been capable of ... any of his own

  回答

  (D)

  initiating
• 2

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The manager who expected to be given respect was treated with ....

  回答

  (C)

  scorn
• 3

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Those who had invitation cards were admitted to the party while those who had none were....

  回答

  (A)

  barred
• 4

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  
  Too many theories will not help us; we need to be ...........

  回答

  (E)

  practical
• 5

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Nobody expects him to show...for his children but he certainly bestows too much affection on them

  回答

  (E)

  hatred
• 6

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The challenger was crude and inexperienced in constrast to the champion who was ...

  回答

  (D)

  refined
• 7

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  What should have been a source of motivation for him proved a terrible source of

  回答

  (C)

  discouragement
• 8

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Ade is very conservative in his political ideas whereas Bala expresses ... views always

  回答

  (A)

  radical
• 9

  Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The government has been spending more money on preventive rather than on ...medicine

  回答

  (E)

  curative
• 10

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the following sentence.
  The fishermen threw a stone into the river and this caused a ....

  回答

  (C)

  splash
• 11

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  The play was so interesting that the ...clapped for quite a long time at the end.

  回答

  (E)

  audience
• 12

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  The building ... because of weak structural foundation

  回答

  (D)

  collapsed
• 13

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  The magazine was ...by the government for an offensive publication.

  回答

  (B)

  proscribed
• 14

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  Many people reacted to the brutal murder of the popular journalist with strong ...

  回答

  (A)

  indignation
• 15

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  The governor frowned at the ....which slowed down the implementation of policy decisions.

  回答

  (E)

  bureaucracy
• 16

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  His doctor ...the illness as yellow fever, not malaria.

  回答

  (E)

  diagnosed
• 17

  From the word lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes the sentence.
  Since the writer did not indicate his name, the editor decided not to publish such ...article.

  回答

  (B)

  an anonymous
• 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.
  Mrs. Alabi was not around when her case was called and none of her colleague was willing to hold brief for her. This means that

  回答

  (C)

  her colleagues did not want to represent her
• 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.
  Telling lies has become second nature of Kunle. This means that Kunle

  回答

  (B)

  always tells lies
• 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.
  For us to accomplish the task successfully, all hands must be on deck. This means that every body

  回答

  (C)

  must cooperate
• 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.
  The wedding was attended by the cream of the society. This means that the wedding was attended by

  回答

  (C)

  very important people
• 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.
  I want you to keep an eye on that child. This means that I want you to

  回答

  (D)

  watch the child all the time
• 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.
  It appears Sade's success at the last examination has gone to her head. This means that Sade is

  回答

  (A)

  conceited
• 24

  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.
  Little Sheila is always as lively as a kitten. This means that Sheila is always

  回答

  (D)

  gay and cheerful
• 25

  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.
  This masquerade appears once in a blue moon. This means that the masquerade appears

  回答

  (A)

  on very rare occasions
• 26

  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.
  Okon is quite hardworking but his problem is that he has too many irons in the fire . This means that Okon

  回答

  (B)

  takes on more problems than he can cope with
• 27

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to E below the sentence. Choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  It takes a great deal of stamina to run the marathon race

  回答

  (C)

  energy
• 28

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  But for the principal actor the play would have been dull.

  回答

  (E)

  main
• 29

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  An open car has no protection against the elements

  回答

  (A)

  weather
• 30

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  The detective was perplexed when the clues in the murder case pointed to at least a dozen different suspects.

  回答

  (B)

  confused
• 31

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  The military Governor called for a concerted effort in solving the problems of the state.

  回答

  (C)

  a joint
• 32

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  My financial situation is so precarious that very soon I may be insolvent

  回答

  (E)

  bankrupt
• 33

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  The chairman is of the opinion that accepting the proposal would be inimical to the objectives of the association.

  回答

  (A)

  harmful
• 34

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  The famous politician was noted for his pragmatic approach to issues of national interest.

  回答

  (D)

  practical
• 35

  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 word or group of words as used in the sentence.
  Kunle is very pessimistic about our chance of success.

  回答

  (B)

  despondent
• 36

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
  If Kunle hadn't been transferred to Kano his wife would not have resigned her teaching job. This means that

  回答

  (C)

  Kunle was transferred and so his wife had to resign her job
• 37

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
  Though Ibrahim was provoked, he ought to have controlled himself . That means that Ibrahim

  回答

  (A)

  should have exercised some restraint
• 38

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
  The members of staff told the principal that they took exception to his comments. This means that the members of staff

  回答

  (B)

  objected to the principal's comments
• 39

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
  Okon is too quiet for my liking. This means that Okon

  回答

  (C)

  is not liked because of his extreme quietness
• 40

  After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
  
  The teacher said that all but one of the sixty candidates scored below a credit grade. This means that

  回答

  (B)

  only one of the candidates scored a credit grade
• 41

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  He was charged with complicity ...the abortive coup

  回答

  (A)

  in
• 42

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  He was convicted....stealing some bags of cocoa.

  回答

  (C)

  of
• 43

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  Mary said she was acting ... the instructions of the principal.

  回答

  (B)

  on
• 44

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  ......normal circumstances, it is rare to get all registered voters to vote.

  回答

  (D)

  under
• 45

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  Lekan has been trying hard to live...to his parents expectations.

  回答

  (D)

  up
• 46

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  The minister's daughter boasted she would have her way, and she really.....

  回答

  (D)

  did
• 47

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  As at yesterday, only nomination papers in respect of three candidates.....

  回答

  (C)

  had been filed
• 48

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  They embraced passionately as if they ..seen each other for years.

  回答

  (B)

  had not
• 49

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.

  You are not sure where you placed the book....?

  回答

  (C)

  are you
• 50

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  We arrived when the hall ...arranged so we stood outside.

  回答

  (C)

  was being
• 51

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  She doesn't know you like your food hot...?

  回答

  (A)

  does she
• 52

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  It's certain we shall travel by train ...?

  回答

  (D)

  isn't it
• 53

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  ......of what he said made no sense.

  回答

  (A)

  Much
• 54

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  ......of what he said made no sense

  回答

  (A)

  Much
• 55

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  That is not your book, it is

  回答

  (A)

  John's
• 56

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  Nana Sawara is a queen and demands to be treated.....

  回答

  (C)

  as such
• 57

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  It is pretty difficult to choose...those three boys

  回答

  (D)

  among
• 58

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  There were five boys.....

  回答

  (C)

  two of whom were beaten
• 59

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  ....of the five boys was able to show me the way to the zoo.

  回答

  (A)

  None
• 60

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  we will leave....you are ready.

  回答

  (B)

  whenever
• 61

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  This...be David's handwriting: I know his handwriting well enough.

  回答

  (D)

  can't
• 62

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  The book is not in this locker and it is not in that cupboard...

  回答

  (C)

  either
• 63

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  ....things she had in the room were thrown out.

  回答

  (B)

  the few
• 64

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  The party had hardly started...the lights went off.

  回答

  (D)

  when
• 65

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  This is the man....told me the story

  回答

  (A)

  whom I said
• 66

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  I feel you are none...for experiencing that shock

  回答

  (A)

  the worse
• 67

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  Many students find Mathematics...than English.

  回答

  (D)

  more difficult
• 68

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  Tunde is the ...qualified for job

  回答

  (B)

  most
• 69

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  It is such a bad place...I will never dream of going there another time.

  回答

  (C)

  that
• 70

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  He has not been seen by his parents...seven days

  回答

  (B)

  for
• 71

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  Please, let me ...you in your car to the Railway Station

  回答

  (A)

  go with
• 72

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  The...came here last week.

  回答

  (A)

  handsome tall young man
• 73

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, chose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
  The activities marking the golden jubilee celebrations of the club were...with a party.

  回答

  (A)

  rounded off
• 74

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

  回答

  (E)

  bringing
• 75

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

  回答

  (A)

  convenience
• 76

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

  回答

  (C)

  work
• 77

  In question number 79 above, choose the best option from letters A-E that best complete the gap.

  回答

  (B)

  busy
• 78

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

  回答

  (E)

  domestic
• 79

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

  回答

  (D)

  cosmetics
• 80

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

  回答

  (D)

  salon
• 81

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

  回答

  (B)

  chores
• 82

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

  回答

  (C)

  cheer
• 83

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

  回答

  (E)

  housewife
• 84

  In question number 86 above, choose the best option from letters A-E that best complete the gap.

  回答

  (A)

  social
• 85

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

  回答

  (B)

  accidents
• 86

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

  回答

  (E)

  compensation
• 87

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

  回答

  (A)

  protection
• 88

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

  回答

  (C)

  unforeseeable
• 89

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

  回答

  (E)

  premiums
• 90

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

  回答

  (D)

  risks
• 91

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

  回答

  (E)

  covered
• 92

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

  回答

  (D)

  injury
• 93

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

  回答

  (B)

  unsecured
• 94

  In question number 96 Above, choose the best option from letters A-E that best completes the gap.

  回答

  (A)

  policy
• 95

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

  回答

  (C)

  identification