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English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress
effeminate
A
e-FFEM-i-nate
B
e-ffem-i-NATE
C
e-ffem-I-nate
D
E-ffem-i-nate
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct stress for the word 'effeminate' is 'e-FFEM-i-nate'. The primary stress is on the second syllable.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68898)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
Fright
A
height
B
hate
C
freight
D
plait
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sounds. The word 'fright' ends with the /aɪt/ sound. 'Height' rhymes with 'fright'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68899)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
tie
A
dim
B
claim
C
aim
D
high
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'high' rhymes with 'tie'. Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sound.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68900)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
tern
A
fan
B
birth
C
earn
D
born
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'earn' rhymes with 'tern'. Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sound.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68901)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
fear
A
care
B
there
C
wore
D
deer
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'deer' rhymes with 'fear'. Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sound.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68902)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
mother
A
smoulder
B
other
C
smoothen
D
murder
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'other' rhymes with 'mother'. Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sound
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68903)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
The posh cars were sandwiched between two ______ ones
A
rugged
B
rickety
C
dented
D
modest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'posh' refers to something stylish, elegant, or luxurious. The opposite of 'posh' in this context would be something simple or unpretentious, hence the word 'modest' is the correct answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68904)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
A trivial issue often becomes_____ when it is not properly handled.
A
serious
B
valuable
C
ordinary
D
unbearable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'trivial' refers to something of little value or importance. The opposite of 'trivial' would be something of great importance or seriousness, hence the word 'serious' is the correct answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68905)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
The rockstar's stellar performance contrasted sharply with the ......... showing of the amateur group.
A
awkward
B
mudane
C
woeful
D
routine
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'stellar' refers to something outstanding or exceptional. The opposite of 'stellar' would be something ordinary or common, hence the word 'mundane' is the correct answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68906)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
Tolu was sanctioned for late coming but his friend was.____
A
ignored
B
released
C
exempted
D
pardoned
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'sanctioned' refers to a penalty for a wrongdoing. The opposite of 'sanctioned' would be to be forgiven or excused, hence the word 'pardoned' is the correct answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68907)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
While other teachers' support for the action was ...., Victor's was dogged.
A
declining
B
disappointing
C
wavering
D
woeful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'dogged' refers to something persistent or tenacious. The opposite of 'dogged' would be something uncertain or fluctuating, hence the word 'wavering' is the correct answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68908)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
Some people are good at terminating other people's projects but are not capable of______ theirs.
A
initiating
B
executing
C
designing
D
organising
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'terminating' means to bring to an end. The opposite of this would be to start or initiate something. Therefore, the correct answer is 'initiating'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68909)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
The precarious terraces of the stadium have been transformed into a .... walkway.
A
narrow
B
smooth
C
durable
D
secure
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'precarious' means not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse. The opposite of this would be something that is secure and not likely to fall or collapse. Therefore, the correct answer is 'secure'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68910)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
Jane was loud as a teenager but _____ as an adult.
A
reserved
B
peaceful
C
humble
D
respectful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'loud' in this context refers to someone who is outspoken or not afraid to express their opinions. The opposite of this would be someone who is reserved or quiet. Therefore, the correct answer is 'reserved'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68911)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence
Do not always reprimand your children; it is good to ..................... them at times.
A
advise
B
forgive
C
compliment
D
pamper
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'reprimand' means to express to someone your strong official disapproval of them. The opposite of this would be to express approval or compliment. Therefore, the correct answer is 'compliment'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68912)