English Language — 1995
WASSCE · 102 questions · Answers included
102 questions
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. Ibrahim was full of admiration for Amina but she treated him with.........
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The economist argued that the apparently inconsequential rise in the price of petrol had a .......effect on the cost of living
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The exotic bird looked resplendent ; its bright plumage contrasted with the rather.........undergrowth.
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. Femi is very presumptuous quite unlike his late father who was a rather......man
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The new manager found the bustle and excitement of city life difficult to adjust to after living for almost a decade in a relatively.....village
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The policeman's statement was explicit while that of the suspect was.........
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The post-war generation were born in an era of scarcity but grew up in a period of .........
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The minister warned his officers to be frugal and avoid.........expenditure
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The deputy's loyalty to the boss is unalloyed but the confidence of the boss in him is ............
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - E, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. The eventual implementation of the plan deviated much from the ......conception
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The kidnappers demanded a .......of N50,000 before they would release the rich business man.
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The governor scolded the contractors for the poor ....of the project
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. His decision to terminate the agreement was.....as he did not consult the other party
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. More often than not, the law......on individual freedom
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. Because of the hard times, many workers now live in a state of .....poverty.
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The threat that he would be expelled from school if he failed his examination again........him into seriousness.
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. It is really a ......the more you look, the less you see.
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. The new car is strikingly attractive but I very much doubt its..........
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. Bunmi should not have taken offence at Emeka's seemingly........comments
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences. As Siaka was a first offender, the magistrate merely.....and discharged him
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 accountant falsified the records in order to feather his own nest. This means that the accountant tried to
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 cashier wanted to pull the wool over my eyes by making me sign for the money I didn't receive. This means that the cashier wanted to
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 taxi-driver smelt a rat when the policeman waved him to stop and so he sped off. This means that the taxi driver
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 proscription of the students' union was to nip the planned demonstration in the bud. This means that the proscription was meant to
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 man's decision to withdraw his daughter from school because of her misbehaviour really amounts to cutting off his own nose and face. This means that
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 the managing director promised to increase the wages of the workers in the new year, everybody knew that he was talking with his tongue in his cheek. This means that the managing director
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 officer urged the soldiers to gird up their loins for the task ahead. This means that soldiers should
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 government introduced belt tightening measures in the budget for the new year, This means that the measures were
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. Jimmy is good company, but he sometimes blows his own trumpet. This means that Jimmy
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 teacher was reprimanded for turning a blind eye to the acts of rudeness of his pupils. This means that the teacher
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 as it is used in the sentence. The journalist refused to divulge the source of his information
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 as it is used in the sentence. As soon as Shehu realized that he has made a mistake,he did everything to rectify it
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 as it is used in the sentence. Ada was sceptical about the story Ifeoma told her
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 as it is used in the sentence. It appears that this government is not ready to tolerate any adverse criticism
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 as it is used in the sentence. The lawyer remarked that the fact that the accused did nothing when the innocent boy was being lynched made him culpable
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 as it is used in the sentence. The labour leaders described the newly-introduced economic measures as obnoxious
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 as it is used in the sentence. Spain was once a very powerful nation but her influence has waned over the years
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 as it is used in the sentence. The boss is quite inflexible once she has made up her mind
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 as it is used in the sentence. The mineral resources of the country are yet to be fully tapped
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The new bakery will ....one thousand loaves of bread daily
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The old man's illness was so serious that he was not expected to..........
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Ahmadu would have arrived earlier but he was.....in heavy traffic
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Bola is a good friend of mine, but I am sometimes......by her careless attitude.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Customers are advised to settle their electricity bills promptly, otherwise supply may be........
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The boy needs a broad piece of paper and.......to practice his drawing.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Mr Johnson instructed his driver to ensure that the tank of the car is filled with.....for the long journey the next day
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The policeman has gathered ......to complete the investigation
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Udoh was....hasty in his decision to resign
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Doctor: "How is the ulcer patient? Nurse: He's recovering.....faster than we expected"
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Chukwu's appraisal was one of the....in the department
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. There were.....infant deaths in the town last year than in previous years
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The last book is the.......interesting of the books we have read this term
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The uncompromising politician remained.......a political wilderness for almost a decade
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. It was reveled that the drainage system of the town has been.....of use since it was constructed
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The young man came to Lagos...the intention of staying with his friend
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The school boys were told to refrain...smoking
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. He is a very brilliant student so it is not surprising that he got a.....
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The children inherited many houses from their father but they have sold off.......
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Mrs Coker had an accident because she was.....
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. I found out recently that one can enjoy....without drinking
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The two cats are so similar that I cannot tell whether that one is
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. ........all the contestants, the judges then announced the winner
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. His cloths were not only tattered but also.....with oil
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. I ....at the hotel for two days when I was suddenly asked to leave
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Dupe... have spoken so rudely to her mother.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Perhaps what Ade told us.....true after all
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. To have gone through a civil war...... a terrible experience.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Umar and Yusuf went hunting today......?
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. Bose shouldn't have interrupted the teacher.....?
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. .........are seven female teachers in our school.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. .........are seven female teachers in our school
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following sentences. The principal sent them home because they did not pay .......school fees
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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 as it is used in the sentence. The politician made very scurrilous remarks about his opponent.