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English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The aggrieved customers staged a fierce.... on the street.
A
contest
B
argument
C
fight
D
protest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'protest'. The aggrieved customers staged a fierce protest on the street. This is because the word 'protest' is commonly used to describe a public expression of objection or disapproval, often in opposition to something the protestors perceive as unjust.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68913)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The accused was brought before the jury for a court .....
A
judging
B
sitting
C
hearing
D
proceeding
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'hearing'. The accused was brought before the jury for a court hearing. This is because a 'hearing' is a legal term used to describe a session in which a case is brought before a judge to provide information and evidence to allow the judge to make a decision.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68915)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
From his______, one can tell that he is an athlete.
A
stature
B
gait
C
anatomy
D
physique
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'physique'. From his physique, one can tell that he is an athlete. This is because 'physique' refers to the physical structure or build of a person, especially as it relates to the muscular structure. Athletes are often recognized by their well-built physique.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68916)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The death of that journalist is still _____ in mystery.
A
conveyed
B
shadowed
C
shrouded
D
confined
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'shrouded'. The death of that journalist is still shrouded in mystery. This is because 'shrouded' means to be covered or hidden from view. In this context, it means that the circumstances surrounding the death of the journalist are still unclear or hidden.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68917)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The defendant was charged with ................ because he caused his neighbour's death.
A
homicide
B
fatricide
C
patricide
D
genocide
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'homicide'. The defendant was charged with homicide because he caused his neighbour's death. This is because 'homicide' is a legal term for any killing of a human being by another human being. In this context, it refers to the crime the defendant was charged with for causing his neighbour's death.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68918)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Seeing a young crop .... from the soil is a rare experience.
A
trail
B
project
C
creep
D
sprout
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'sprout'. When a young crop emerges from the soil, it is said to 'sprout'. The word 'sprout' refers to the process of a plant growing from a seed.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68920)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Lawyers are still making efforts to interpret the new .......
A
statute
B
system
C
language
D
technique
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'statute'. Lawyers interpret laws, and a 'statute' is a written law passed by a legislative body.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68922)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The cargo was intercepted on sea by _____
A
robbers
B
thieves
C
terrorists
D
pirates
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'pirates'. Pirates are known for intercepting and robbing ships at sea.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68923)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The doctors .....Bola's grandmother after the heart attack.
A
resuscitated
B
regenerated
C
revivified
D
resurrected
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'resuscitated'. In a medical context, 'resuscitate' means to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68924)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Because the couple cannot agree on many things, their relationship is now ____.
A
uneasy
B
tensed
C
stressed
D
strained
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The correct word to complete the sentence is 'strained'. When a relationship is under pressure due to disagreements, it is often described as 'strained'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68925)
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
If one thing irritates you, it might another
A
concern
B
delight
C
invigorate
D
bother
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word 'irritates' means to cause annoyance or exasperation. The opposite of this would be to cause pleasure or happiness. Therefore, the correct answer is 'delight'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68929)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
_71_
A
session
B
bout
C
attempt
D
entry
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The term 'bout' is used to refer to a short period of intense activity of a specified kind, especially a boxing or wrestling match. Therefore, in the context of the passage, 'bout' is the most suitable word to fill the gap.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68937)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
-72-
A
stage
B
ring
C
cage
D
podium
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the context of boxing, the term 'ring' is used to refer to the small square area in which the boxing match takes place. Therefore, 'ring' is the most suitable word to fill the gap.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68938)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
-73-
A
umpire
B
announcer
C
starter
D
referee
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In professional boxing, the announcer calls the boxers into the ring and introduces them to the audience, providing details such as their name, weight class, and other relevant information.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68939)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
English Grammar
Solution
-74-
A
braces
B
boxing gloves
C
parachute
D
kid's gloves
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In boxing, 'boxing gloves' are worn by boxers to protect their hands and their opponent's body during the match. Therefore, 'boxing gloves' is the most suitable word to fill the gap.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #68941)