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WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider appropriate for each sentence .
Chika escaped the accident by a hair's breadth
A
narrowly
B
jumping
C
seriously injured
D
holding on to another person's hair
E
crying for help
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 #23254)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
The decision taken by the panel is irrevocable
A
irreversible
B
unexpected
C
accepted
D
irresponsible
E
unacceptable
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 #23255)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
Death is inevitable for man
A
unavoidable
B
essential
C
necessary
D
immortal
E
imminent
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 #23256)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
The superintendent was appalled by the attitude of some of the employees towards their work.
A
annoyed
B
disappointed
C
shocked
D
provoked
E
depressed
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 #23257)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
The lawyer's argument of the case was exhaustive
A
interesting
B
exaggerating
C
exhilarating
D
thorough
E
fascinating
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 #23258)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
The suspect was made to walk in front of the anxious crowds
A
surprised
B
astonished
C
engrossed
D
curious
E
questionable
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 #23259)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
The principal's orders are imperative.
A
lenient
B
authoritative
C
genuine
D
optional
E
necessary
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option E
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In this context, imperative means very important and must be obeyed—something that is necessary or compulsory. "Necessary" best captures the meaning of imperative—something that must be done. Authoritative is close, but not quite the same. It means having authority or command, but it doesn’t fully capture the idea of necessity or urgency.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23260)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
It is absurd to suggest that Tunde should marry that saucy lady.
A
pitiable
B
hopeless
C
humorous
D
untrue
E
ridiculous
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option E
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option E.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23261)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
I am very proud to speak before this august assembly.
A
ignominious
B
undignified
C
monthly
D
untrue
E
popular
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option E
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option E.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23262)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
She tried to settle the quarrel but the man remained obstinate to listen to her.
A
offensive
B
angry
C
stubborn
D
unstable
E
impolite
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 #23263)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
Okon attempted to entice Eno with the promise of a handsome sum of money
A
deceive
B
enchant
C
force
D
trick
E
tempt
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option E
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option E.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23264)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
From the lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined expression as it is used in the sentence.
The monk lived an ascetic life in order to discipline himself.
A
a holy
B
an enjoyable
C
a religious
D
a prayerful
E
an austere
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option E
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option E.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23265)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
Despite their newness on the workers were remunerated rather handsomely. This means that
A
the sum paid was poor
B
those paid were handsome in appearance
C
the system of payment was quite attractive
D
the sum paid out was quite attractive
E
the workers were paid by handsome officials
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 #23266)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence..
The plan to upgrade the dispensary to a general hospital did not materialize. This means that
A
the arrangement did not work out as wished
B
the plan was badly executed
C
it was difficult to obtain the materials
D
the materials purchased were not the right ones
E
the plan did not meet the required specifications
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 #23267)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 1989
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Solution
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
When the principal was asked what his opinion was on the controversial issue, his reply was ambiguous. This means that the principal's reply was not
A
convincing
B
audible
C
intelligent
D
clear
E
comprehensible
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Ambiguous means not clear or having more than one possible meaning. In this context, the sentence indicates that the principal's reply was unclear or lacking in definitiveness regarding his opinion on the controversial issue.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23268)