WAEC - English Language (1998)

• 1

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  By nature armed robbers are ruthless I have never seen a ........ one among them

  回答

  (A)

  humane
• 2

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The taxi driver slowed while overtaking the lorry when the proper thing to do was for him to have.........

  回答

  (E)

  accelerated
• 3

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The probationary workers do not have the same rights as .....staff

  回答

  (A)

  approved
• 4

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The journey by road.....where the rail journey ended

  回答

  (C)

  commenced
• 5

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

  Instead of laughing about this serious matter, you should be

  回答

  (B)

  sober
• 6

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  After years of hostility the two communities now live in...........

  回答

  (E)

  amity
• 7

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Mrs. Apata is always moody while her husband is for ever.........

  回答

  (A)

  cheerful
• 8

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  The judge ruled that the first transaction was valid while the second was............

  回答

  (D)

  void
• 9

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Ebere's ........contrasts with his brother's indolence

  回答

  (E)

  diligence
• 10

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
  Elders are expected to be ......where youths are green

  回答

  (C)

  experienced
• 11

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The officer expressed his...........at being unfairly dismissed

  回答

  (D)

  indignation
• 12

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  It gives me much......to welcome you to the beginning of the new session

  回答

  (C)

  pleasure
• 13

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Miss Anieke is very...with her pupils because she loves them all

  回答

  (B)

  familiar
• 14

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  He added a brief......to his letter

  回答

  (A)

  postscript
• 15

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The.......that the hospital should be upgraded was warmly welcomed.

  回答

  (E)

  proposal
• 16

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The visitors expressed appreciation for the .......... shown to them during their stay

  回答

  (E)

  hospitality
• 17

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The judge...........her to two year's imprisonment

  回答

  (E)

  sentenced
• 18

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The principal..........the student for performing brilliantly in the examinations

  回答

  (D)

  commended
• 19

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Akpan is generally......as the most experienced mason in the town

  回答

  (B)

  recongnized
• 20

  From the words lettered A to E , choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The Board of Directors is discussing how the company can be run more......

  回答

  (E)

  efficiently
• 21

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  My Gajere is generous to a fault with everything he has.............This means that he is ...........

  回答

  (C)

  excessively generous
• 22

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  What I have told you is the gospel truth . This means that the information is

  回答

  (D)

  completely true
• 23

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  Walter is the dictator's hatchetman. This means that Walter

  回答

  (A)

  discredits or eliminates the dictator's opponents
• 24

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  Yekini scored a brilliant hat trick in the final match of the football competition.This means that he

  回答

  (D)

  scored three goals in the match
• 25

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  When Audu took that step, he was on the horns of a dilemma. This means that he

  回答

  (B)

  faced a choice between two unpleasant alternatives
• 26

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  Mary told John to put his own house in order before correcting her. This means means that John should

  回答

  (A)

  solve his own problems first
• 27

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  Amuneke has decided to hang his boots. This means that he

  回答

  (C)

  is about to stop playing the game
• 28

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  The famous film star found dancing a pretty Kettle of fish. This means that

  回答

  (B)

  it was an awkward experience
• 29

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  The minister's explanation begged the question. This means that the minister's explanation

  回答

  (A)

  avoided the real issue
• 30

  After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
  The principal's quarters are out of bounds to students. This means that the quarters are

  回答

  (C)

  not open to students
• 31

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  He eventually found the missing book.

  回答

  (E)

  finally
• 32

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  The evidence of the witness corroborates that of the accused

  回答

  (B)

  reinforces
• 33

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  The attacker advanced on his opponent in a menacing fashion

  回答

  (A)

  threatening
• 34

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  The man retired after thirty-five years of meritorious service to the nation

  回答

  (C)

  commendable
• 35

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  The story he told was incredible

  回答

  (D)

  unbelievable
• 36

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  The bond of unity in his country is fragile

  回答

  (B)

  weak
• 37

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  If I have erred, I hope the error is pardonable

  回答

  (A)

  excusable
• 38

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  We were treated to a very sumptuous meal at the party

  回答

  (E)

  expensive
• 39

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  Charles' concern for Diana is affected

  回答

  (C)

  pretended
• 40

  From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
  We need an expert to decipher the code

  回答

  (E)

  interpret
• 41

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The two warring parties met for five days to iron........their differences.

  回答

  (D)

  out
• 42

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The business tycoon's daughter was carried........by the flattery of her suitor

  回答

  (D)

  away
• 43

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The measures taken were intended to bring.....the prices of consumer goods

  回答

  (D)

  down
• 44

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  I was still explaining my actions when Tina rudely cut..............

  回答

  (D)

  in
• 45

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The girl thought that she would get.........with her stubbornness.

  回答

  (C)

  away
• 46

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  We asked him to come with us and ......

  回答

  (B)

  he did
• 47

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Although he greeted her..........

  回答

  (C)

  she did not answer
• 48

  From the words or group of words lettered A to S, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The thief died shortly after.......shot at by the police

  回答

  (D)

  being
• 49

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  If you don't withdraw the defamatory statement, I shall have no alternative.........seek redress in a court of law.

  回答

  (D)

  but to
• 50

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  She said that she heard Julie........

  回答

  (A)

  sing
• 51

  From the words or group of words lettered A to S, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  It is useless.........with a fool

  回答

  (D)

  arguing
• 52

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  .........committed the offence will be dealt with.

  回答

  (D)

  whoever
• 53

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Hardly had he completed narrating the story......the poor woman collapsed

  回答

  (C)

  when
• 54

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Four men, one of....wore a sunshade, entered the room

  回答

  (C)

  whom
• 55

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  No sooner had Uche arrived at the meeting.......the proceedings began

  回答

  (A)

  than
• 56

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  I am sorry to bother you.......I have something important to tell you

  回答

  (B)

  but
• 57

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  I was not only tired.......sick.

  回答

  (A)

  but also
• 58

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Idi is neither too tall.......short.

  回答

  (B)

  nor too
• 59

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  There will be no trouble...you do the assignment.

  回答

  (C)

  as long as
• 60

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Nda won't like it........?

  回答

  (D)

  will he
• 61

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  She hurt herself.........?

  回答

  (C)

  didn't she
• 62

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Aliyu can change his mind.........?

  回答

  (A)

  can't he
• 63

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The vehicle wasn't serviceable..........?

  回答

  (D)

  was it
• 64

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  He wasn't unanimously elected president......?

  回答

  (A)

  was he
• 65

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  Those old tables and chairs are very valuable.......

  回答

  (B)

  furniture
• 66

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

  Your contribution is not........for you to share in the profit.

  回答

  (D)

  enough
• 67

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The teacher's .....of the word is faulty.

  回答

  (D)

  pronunciation
• 68

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The sole occupant of the car was injured in the.......accident

  回答

  (B)

  ghastly
• 69

  From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences.
  The woman walked...fast that the little girl couldn't catch up with her.

  回答

  (C)

  so
• 70

  In question numbered 71 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.

  回答

  (C)

  similarity
• 71

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

  回答

  (C)

  usually
• 72

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

  回答

  (B)

  depending
• 73

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

  回答

  (A)

  context
• 74

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

  回答

  (E)

  contest
• 75

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

  回答

  (D)

  procured
• 76

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

  回答

  (C)

  hardly
• 77

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

  回答

  (B)

  synonyms
• 78

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

  回答

  (D)

  consequently
• 79

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

  回答

  (E)

  careful
• 80

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

  回答

  (A)

  choice
• 81

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

  回答

  (B)

  down
• 82

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

  回答

  (C)

  examine
• 83

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

  回答

  (E)

  select
• 84

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

  回答

  (D)

  possible
• 85

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

  回答

  (E)

  resistance
• 86

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

  回答

  (B)

  technician
• 87

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

  回答

  (A)

  sample
• 88

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

  回答

  (C)

  carry
• 89

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

  回答

  (D)

  stages
• 90

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

  回答

  (D)

  inflammation
• 91

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

  回答

  (A)

  organisms
• 92

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

  回答

  (E)

  microscope
• 93

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

  回答

  (C)

  contagious
• 94

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

  回答

  (B)

  hygiene
• 95

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

  回答

  (E)

  sterilizing