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English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The board has______ the film because it contains some nude scenes.
A
edited
B
censored
C
examined
D
isolated
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59090)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many young graduates have_________to the West in search of greener pastures.
A
hurried
B
emigrated
C
absconded
D
flown
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59092)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The Committee let her go because they considered her explanation__________
A
permissible
B
clear
C
plausible
D
necessary
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option C.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59095)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The company has paid dividends to its________
A
buyers
B
wholesalers
C
shareholders
D
consumers
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option C.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59096)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Within one year, that country has _________its currency five times.
A
reduced
B
devalued
C
revamped
D
defaced
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The completed sentence would be: "Within one year, that country has devalued its currency five times."
Devaluing a currency means reducing its value relative to other currencies. This often occurs due to economic factors such as inflation or market conditions.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59097)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The man was arrested because he__________ in the repayment of the loan.
A
paused
B
delayed
C
deferred
D
defaulted
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59100)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many members of political parties__________ to opposing parties just before elections.
A
depart
B
change
C
defect
D
go
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Defect" means to abandon one group, cause, or organisation in favour of another, which fits the context of politicians switching parties before elections.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59102)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The boy must have _________the disease from the school.
A
received
B
taken
C
contracted
D
carried
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option C.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59103)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The Class captain got cold feet when he was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain became
A
nervous
B
afraid
C
concerned
D
calm
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The idiom "get cold feet" means to become afraid or lose courage, especially before doing something important or risky.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59110)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Street traders often try to palm their customers off with faulty goods. This means that street traders
A
trick customers into
buying faulty goods
B
assist customers in choosing perfect items
C
ask for a lot of money for faulty goods
D
are ready to swap faulty items for good ones
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option A.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59111)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
He has broken new ground in cancer treatment with his drug, This means that he has
A
been highly acclaimed
B
introduced a new method in cancer treatment
C
solved all cancer problems
D
thought of a new drug, for cancer treatment
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59112)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The Principal stood her ground even when the students revolted. This means that the Principal
A
maintained her position
B
remained standing
C
refused to listen
D
condemned the protest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrase "stood his ground" means to maintain one's position despite opposition. Based on the surrounding page content, the phrase "stood his ground" in this context means that the president maintained his position firmly during the debate. The president refused to change his stance despite the committee member's unwillingness to compromise.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59113)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Looking after young children can tax ones patience. This means that looking after children
A
is pleasant
B
requires endurance
C
is a lot of fun
D
takes time
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59114)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
When the show was about to begin, we were still at sixes and sevens. This means that we were
A
confused
B
in groups
C
excited
D
faraway
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option A.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59115)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
My aunt's rough driving could make one tear one's hair out. This means that her driving could make one
A
lose the hair on one's head
B
feel very sad
C
get very worried
D
feel like crying
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The expression “to tear one’s hair out” is an idiom that means to be extremely worried, anxious, or frustrated about something.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59116)