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English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
We knew our father was talking tongue in cheek when he spoke of vacation abroad. This means that our father was
A
sincere
B
courageous
C
joking
D
reasonable
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 #48871)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The accused was asked to retract his statement.
A
recall
B
withdraw
C
make
D
rewrite
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 #48902)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
On the death of her father, friends went to express their condolences.
A
sympathy
B
pity
C
concerns
D
worries
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 #48903)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
Solution
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The Chume's house caught fire because their little girl had turned on the gas inadvertently.
A
automatically
B
hurriedly
C
carelessly
D
unintentionally
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
When something happens Inadvertently, it is done without intention or accidentally. Option D is the correct option. ''unintentionally''
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48905)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The magnificent structure was erected close to our house
A
real
B
splendid
C
colorful
D
fine
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 #48919)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
Mediocrity in politics should not be tolerated.
A
promoted
B
encouraged
C
approved
D
helped
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 #48992)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
Solution
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
A group of experts was brought in to verify the authenticity of the evidence.
A
support
B
improve
C
correct
D
ascertain
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "verify" means to confirm or establish the truth or accuracy of something. This word means to find out for certain or to determine. In the context of verifying the authenticity of evidence, ascertaining fits the closest in meaning. So, the correct answer is ascertain
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48994)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
Solution
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
Due to the pressure of work, the old man had no alternative but to relinquish his post.
A
give in
B
give out
C
give up
D
give away
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The keyword is “relinquish”, which means to give up, surrender or let go of something (often a position, responsibility or right). In the sentence, the old man had to relinquish his post. This means that he had to give up his position due to the pressure of work.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48997)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
Solution
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The obstinate boy soon met his waterloo when the war broke out.
A
proud
B
stubborn
C
careless
D
rude
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the given sentence, the word "obstinate" is used to describe the boy, indicating that he is difficult to manage or control because of his stubbornness. Someone who is obstinate is resistant to changing their opinions, actions, or behaviour.
The word "stubborn" (option B) is the closest in meaning to "obstinate." It refers to a person who is unyielding, determined to do things their own way, and resistant to persuasion or change.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48998)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The prescribed textbooks are difficult to find in the bookshops.
A
highlighted
B
right
C
actual
D
recommended
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 #49001)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 underlined word as it used in the sentence.
Our stationery supplies are exhausted.
A
completed
B
finished
C
consumed
D
destroyed
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 #49005)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 sympathies are _____ the victims of the flood.
A
on
B
to
C
with
D
about
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 #49026)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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.
Your application for employment _____ at this very moment.
A
was being considered
B
is considered
C
is being considered
D
was considered
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 #49027)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
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 court orders, he went ahead to build on that land.
A
In spite of
B
Besides
C
But for
D
Although
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 #49028)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2017
English Grammar
Solution
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.
He almost got _____ with the crime.
A
up
B
off
C
over
D
away
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Option D gives a complete meaning with the intended phrasal verb 'got away' which means 'to escape'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #49029)