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WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The chairman has come under fire over this project. This means that the chairman has been
A
severely criticised
B
highly praised
C
given the go-ahead
D
charged to court.
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
come under fire means to be criticized
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61209)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
The ugly incidents of the Civil War are water under the bridge. This means that the incidents
A
continue to haunt us
B
have been experienced again
C
have been forgotten
D
cannot be wished away
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Water under the bridge: problems that someone has had in the past that they do not worry about because they happened a long time ago
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61210)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
My heart was in my mouth as I tried to open the envelope. This means that as I opened the envelope, I was
A
very happy
B
quite eager
C
deeply disappointed
D
extremely afraid
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
My heart was in my mouth is used to say that you suddenly felt very afraid
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61211)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
Throughout the long argument, the minister maintained his found over the claims. This means that the minister
A
accepted his error
B
refused to change his stand
C
said different things
D
did not consider every view
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This implies that one has refused to change his view, opinion or stand about something
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61212)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
John may be sincere, but I suspect that he has an axe to grind . This means that John has a
A
selfish motive
B
different opinion
C
matter to attend to
D
solution to the problem
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
An axe to grind implies a selfish aim or motive
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61213)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
So much effluent has been poured into the stream that its water has become unsafe for drinking.
A
sewage
B
disinfectant
C
oil
D
concoction
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the sentence, "effluent" refers to waste or discharge, especially liquid waste or pollutants released into a body of water. It often includes substances from industrial processes or sewage systems. The word "sewage" is the closest in meaning to "effluent" in this context. Sewage refers to the waste matter, including human and household waste, carried away in sewers or drains. It commonly includes both liquid and solid waste. So, in the given sentence, the water in the stream has become unsafe for drinking due to the pouring of effluent, which is essentially sewage or pollutants.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61214)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The students became restive after the authorities increased their tuition fees.
A
alarmed
B
hostile
C
noisy
D
agitated
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 #61215)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Ali plays the guitar with great dexterity.
A
wisdom
B
experience
C
pride
D
skill
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 #61216)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Obi's behaviour is questionable
A
disputable
B
worrisome
C
dubious
D
refutable
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 #61217)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The electricity supply in this community is erratic.
A
unpredictable
B
disorderly
C
low
D
temporary
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 #61218)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He became really disheartened when he heard the news.
A
defamed
B
dishevelled
C
depressed
D
disturbed
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Disheartened means discouraged, feeling a loss of hope or confidence. Depressed is the closest in meaning, as it also refers to a state of sadness or low spirits.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61219)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The office has taken stringent measures to protect its facilities.
A
suitable
B
right
C
strict
D
complete
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 #61220)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Adaobi was appalled by the shabby appearance of the man who brought her the message from home.
A
shocked
B
discouraged
C
annoyed
D
humiliated
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 #61221)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
Solution
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Henry likes to be involved in shady deals.
A
unknown
B
undisclosed
C
dishonest
D
doubtful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word “shady” in the sentence “Henry likes to be involved in shady deals” does not mean something related to physical shade. It is used figuratively to describe something suspicious or morally wrong.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #61222)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2021
English Grammar
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
A good student should be inquisitive
A
hardworking
B
busy
C
curious
D
studious
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 #61223)