2016 - WAEC English Past Questions & Answers - page 4

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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

Most people abhor nagging.

A
scorn
B
despise
C
reject
D
slight
CORRECT OPTION: b

Abhor; regard with disgust and hatred.

32

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

I really hope beatrice would be kind enough to let us stay the night.

A
generous
B
polite
C
gracious
D
gentle
CORRECT OPTION: c

kind; A helpful and considerate nature

gracious; pleasantly kind, benevolent, and courteous 

33

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

I personally think that the costume outlandish

A
outdated
B
strange
C
unique
D
foreign
CORRECT OPTION: b

outlandish; looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar.

34

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

He did all he could to fortify the building against attack.

A
defend
B
secure
C
shield
D
support
CORRECT OPTION: b

fortify; provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.

Synonyms;  secure, protect, surround

35

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

This is one decision you cannot defend

A
justify
B
explain
C
support
D
express
CORRECT OPTION: a
To protect, guard, safeguard, keep from harm, preserve, secure, shield, shelter, screen;
36

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

He simply dislikes he's wife's inordinate demands for money.

A
frequent
B
excessive
C
repeated
D
indecent
CORRECT OPTION: b

inordinate ;unusually or disproportionately large; excessive.

37

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

Bravery is Victor's most dominant trait

A
admirable
B
outstanding
C
suitable
D
influencial
CORRECT OPTION: b

dominant ; having power and influence over others.

synonyms; presiding, ruling, governing, controlling, outstanding

 

38

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

It's always better to buy durable products

A
authentic
B
expensive
C
permanent
D
lasting
CORRECT OPTION: d

durable; able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.

synonyms; long-lasting, hard-wearing, heavy-duty, tough, resistant, strong

 

39

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

Where did this document emanate from.

A
originate
B
emerge
C
appear
D
arise
CORRECT OPTION: a

emanate; originate from; be produced by.

40

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

The management applauded the staff for their hardwork

A
adored
B
commended
C
encouraged
D
recommended
CORRECT OPTION: b

applauded ; show approval or praise by clapping.

commended; praise formally or officially.

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