English Language — 2007
WASSCE · 101 questions · Answers included
101 questions
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. At first we found life in the town very exciting but soon it became rather..............
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. When we were busy discussing weighty matters, James introduced a .........issue.
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. By working hard, Benjamin outshone his elder brother instead of being...............
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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 delegates found it better to resort to consultation rather than...............
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. This house which was sealed off years ago has now been................
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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 government has decided that,from next year military service will no longer be compulsory : it will be........................
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. Co-operating with teachers promotes learning, it does not help to be........................
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. Only two months after the honour was conferred on the Minister, his dishonesty made the Head of State ...................it.
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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. Despite all my attempts to refute the charges against me, my sister tried to............them
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, 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 government's efforts to i mprove the economy of the country rather...............it
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: I really like working in that office; I found the..........very friendly.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: Our teacher's main aim was to ..................us with his good work
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: Problems in the city have multiplied with the ...........of people from the rural areas
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: It was so hot in the house that the boys rushed to the beach to enjoy the............
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: The thief ran so fast that my attempt to get him was in......
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: The hungry refugees had to queue for their.............`
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: This land is very dry; we have to.....................the plants
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: It is not right for you to insult your parents; you will just.............trouble for yourself.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: The meeting of the warring factions ended on a ..............note
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences: We cannot tell which of the historian's ............is true.
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. Now that Michael has become rich, Nancy has begun to make much of him. This means that Nancy
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. We wanted to arrive early so we decided to leave at 10 0'clock at the latest. This means that we
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. My brother's drunkenness often got on my nerves. This means that my brother's drunkenness
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. The first time Paul met Ngozi, her beauty caught his eye. This means that
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. Mr. Juma kept his class on their toes so that they might not fail the examination. This means that Mr. Juma made his pupils
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. The President did everything he could not to lose face with Parliament. This means that President tried to
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. Drought, for the first time, brought the poor farmers face-to-face with famine. This means that the farmers had never
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. You can be sure that Sule will hold his dispute. This means that Sule will
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence. The captain must have been really ill to ask the coach not to include him in the team. This means that the
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. It was callous of you to have turned down the poor man's request.
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. After the long walk, the travellers suddenly saw light blazing ahead.
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. John said nothing during the meeting; he just sat there fuming
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 employees hated him because he often abused his authority.
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 Minister abridged his speech since he had to leave early.
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. For rescuing the boy, the policewoman was promoted for her gallantry
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. Nora's goal was to become a doctor.
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. Our staff was very proud when the school clinched all the prizes
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. Mamie complains that her husband often relegates her to the position of a housemaid.
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. There is no vacancy , so the company no longer recruits staff.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The police are committed to...........safety of citizens.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. No sooner had the thief seen the policemen..............he escaped.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Our teacher kept us kneeling...........the whole period.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I know you now; I..........that you could be trusted
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The chief, together with his elders..........welcomed to the durbar
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Our car broke down so we had to go...........foot.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Funke's mother prefers Jane............Ama
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. You haven't shown any interest............providing for yourself
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. All workers are expected to be answerable ................their bosses
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The hall was virtually empty; we had expected one hundred people at the very..........
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. We did not have enough room so daddy turned the garage...........an additional bedroom
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I was looking forward to...........from you
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Most governments sink large sums of money.............developing their countries.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. It was on Wednesday that we met in Accra.............?
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. We have waited for too long; its high time we..........
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I don't believe Banjul is far from here; it must be ten kilometers,...................
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. You should not blame me ; it is no fault of..............
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Our mother asked wether we..........our meal
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The coffee is still bitter; you have not added..........sugar
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. You haven't seen them for a long time;..............?
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. .............taxes is a civic responsibility
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. John and James are good friends; they are very fond of............
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. No wonder Pabi is now in the national team; he............very well since his youth.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. You may hate Mathematics but you must stick............ it if you intend to study Physics
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I never knew I could be so fast...........I entered the competition.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The students are complaining ............management's high-handedness
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. My aunt said that she would not buy me...........of those two books for school
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. My aunt said that she would not buy me...........of those two books for school.
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I am quite sure that I did not see............in the classroom last night
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I pointed to an object in the sky, but they............it
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. .............average, 1000 vehicles cross this bridge daily
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. A dictator often lives..............fear of assassination
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Jumai lives in a small street............Murtala Muhammed Way
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I impressed..............him the necessity of his going overseas.
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