WAEC - English Language (2015)

• 1

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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 officer was expected to be.....by his boss, but he was censured.

  回答

  (B)

  praised
• 2

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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 honour that was conferred on the general has been....

  回答

  (A)

  withdrawn
• 3

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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 modest young man was rewarded while his....brother was punished

  回答

  (C)

  conceited
• 4

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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
  
  Young people are known for their....which contrast with the composure of adults

  回答

  (B)

  instability
• 5

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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
  
  It is a fact that pride is a less admirable quality than....

  回答

  (A)

  humility
• 6

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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
  
  It is obvious that many people many people prefer affluence to....

  回答

  (D)

  poverty
• 7

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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
  
  While some workers felt that the term were amicable; others thought that they were....

  回答

  (D)

  hostile
• 8

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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
  
  Now that the people of this community are living in comfort, i dont think they will want to go back to their days of....

  回答

  (B)

  hardship
• 9

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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
  
  False withness castigate rather than....the accused

  回答

  (D)

  exonerate
• 10

  In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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 some teachers dissuade students from studying Mathematics, but others...them

  回答

  (A)

  motivate
• 11

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  After assuring the authorities that he would not escape, the prisoner was released on...

  回答

  (C)

  parole
• 12

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  A judge is required to....justice fairly.

  回答

  (B)

  dispense
• 13

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  The disease was....by the doctors as pneumonia.

  回答

  (A)

  diagnosed
• 14

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  The court granted an....against the eviction of the tenants.

  回答

  (B)

  injunction
• 15

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  He was given a certificate of....in English.

  回答

  (C)

  proficiency
• 16

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  The...years of a child's life mould his character

  回答

  (D)

  formative
• 17

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  Public money should be used only for ............. purposes.

  回答

  (A)

  legitimate
• 18

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  The truth of the evidence is...

  回答

  (B)

  irrefutable
• 19

  From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
  
  As a millionaire he lives in ...

  回答

  (B)

  affluence
• 20

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  On hearing the news, he flew off the handle. This means that he

  回答

  (D)

  became very angry
• 21

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  John's money was barely enough to keep the wolf away from the door. This means that

  回答

  (C)

  the situation was just desperate
• 22

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  He was given the boot by the chairman. This mean that he was

  回答

  (C)

  sacked
• 23

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  Since he left home, he has been trying to find his feet. This means that he

  回答

  (D)

  has been trying to get used to his new situation
• 24

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  He finds it difficult to put out with her attitude. This means that he finds it difficult to

  回答

  (A)

  tolerate her behaviour
• 25

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  The government troop extended the olive branch to the rebels. This means that the government troops

  回答

  (C)

  were ready for peace
• 26

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  At the last minute, he had cold feet. This means that he

  回答

  (B)

  became nervous
• 27

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  He was advised to pull himself together. This means that he was advised to

  回答

  (C)

  control himself
• 28

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  He was sad to learn that his friend had gone around the bend. This means that his friend has

  回答

  (B)

  gone mad
• 29

  After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
  
  The young man quickly paid his debt to save his face. This means that the young man

  回答

  (A)

  wanted to avoid disgrace
• 30

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  Modou is endowed with a great potential.

  回答

  (C)

  gifted
• 31

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  Collaboration is essential to success of the team

  回答

  (B)

  indespensable
• 32

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  I really wish to assure you that we now have a reliable leader.

  回答

  (A)

  Dependable
• 33

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  Children often behave badly out of ignorance

  回答

  (B)

  inexperience
• 34

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  This is a chance of a life time

  回答

  (C)

  an opportuinity
• 35

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  She lived a virtuous life

  回答

  (D)

  righteous
• 36

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  Olu insisted on his freedom to choose his career.

  回答

  (D)

  right
• 37

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  Hindering justice may earn you a fine

  回答

  (A)

  impeding
• 38

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  The professor's explanation of the point was very lucid

  回答

  (B)

  clear
• 39

  From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
  
  The luminous hands of the clock attracted the baby

  回答

  (A)

  bright
• 40

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  That utterance is quit unlike you, please,come.....it

  回答

  (C)

  off
• 41

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  If i...enough money, i would buy a car.

  回答

  (A)

  had
• 42

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  He should take.....the appointment next week.

  回答

  (B)

  up
• 43

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  In trying to escape, the thief ran......the police.

  回答

  (C)

  into
• 44

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  I have always counted.....his friendship.

  回答

  (D)

  on
• 45

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The caller was told to.....the line

  回答

  (C)

  hold on
• 46

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The coach.....him to have scored a goal

  回答

  (B)

  expected
• 47

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  After eating all the mangoes, he shouldn't complain of stomach,......

  回答

  (C)

  should he
• 48

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  Mary did her best.....failed to reach the pass mark

  回答

  (A)

  but
• 49

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The authorities have shown no sign of giving.....to their demands.

  回答

  (D)

  in
• 50

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  We must hurry now for there is not.....time left

  回答

  (B)

  much
• 51

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  Those properties are...sale

  回答

  (A)

  up for
• 52

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  I have always preffered unripe plantain....yam

  回答

  (A)

  to
• 53

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  Give it to Aminata, it is.....

  回答

  (D)

  hers
• 54

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  Please, dont speak evil...the dead

  回答

  (B)

  of
• 55

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  My brother was about...his house when i arrived

  回答

  (C)

  to leave
• 56

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  Neither Jack nor Jill....there yesterday

  回答

  (D)

  was
• 57

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  I have ....completed the task.

  回答

  (B)

  more or less
• 58

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  After two hours of continuous work, the group broke.....lunch.

  回答

  (C)

  for
• 59

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  He finally hit.......the idea of travelling abroad

  回答

  (C)

  on
• 60

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The standard of education has gone.....

  回答

  (D)

  up
• 61

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The council appointed a.....committee to look into the matter.

  回答

  (C)

  five man
• 62

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  After the quarrel. he made it.....to his friend.

  回答

  (D)

  up
• 63

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The task is ..... for us to undertake.

  回答

  (A)

  much too difficult
• 64

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  I will always stand ......him

  回答

  (A)

  by
• 65

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  We arrived just....time for the grand opening.

  回答

  (D)

  in
• 66

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  Bakary can lift this heavy log,....?

  回答

  (B)

  can't he
• 67

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  The president's speech......yesterday at 8.00 p.m.

  回答

  (E)

  was broadcast
• 68

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  It is such a bad place ..... i will never dream of going there again

  回答

  (B)

  therefore
• 69

  From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
  
  We will leave... you are ready

  回答

  (B)

  whenever
• 70

  In the passage above the number 70 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap.

  回答

  (B)

  tracksuit
• 71

  In the passage above the number 71 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap

  回答

  (C)

  jog
• 72

  In the passage above the number 72 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap

  回答

  (B)

  rope
• 73

  In the passage above the number 73 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap

  回答

  (B)

  sessions
• 74

  In the passage above the number 74 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap

  回答

  (D)

  gymnasuim
• 75

  In the passage above the number 75 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap

  回答

  (A)

  supervision