2011 - WAEC English Past Questions and Answers - page 1
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.
There isn't enough rice, so its importation is permitted whereas the importation of cement is.............
permitted; authorize or allow (something)
prohibited; that has been forbidden; banned.
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 cast consisted of many famous actors and few.............ones.
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.
My grandfather, rather than being..........was often quite prejudiced in his opinions.
prejudiced; make biased.
Impartial; treating all rivals or disputants equally.
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.
Both sides are very hopeful about the outcome of the peace talks, but observers are still very..........
Hopeful; feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event.
pessimistic; tending to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen.
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 clever lawyer exposed the facts that were obscure in the case, making the judge see beyond the.............
obscure; not clearly expressed or easily understood.
Obvious; easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.
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.
It took me the whole day to summarize the lecturer's copious notes having been used to ............ones
copious; abundant in supply or quantity. Plentiful
Scanty; small or insufficient in quantity or amount
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 principal of that school was demoted for his incompetence while several others were commended for their .............
Incompetence; inability to do something successfully; ineptitude.
Efficiency; (of a person) working in a well-organized and competent way.
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 official who disclosed the information he was supposed to ..............was sacked
Disclosed; allow something hidden to be seen
Conceal; not allow to be seen; hide.
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 prosecutor argued his case vehemently but the defence lawyer responded................
vehemently; in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner; with great feeling.
Feebly; in a way that lacks strength or force.
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.
While we expected it to be gradual, the process of transition to civilian rule came to an ........end.
Gradual; taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Abrupt; sudden and unexpected.