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WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Concord (Subject-Verb Agreement)
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many members of political parties__________ to opposing parties just before elections.
A
depart
B
change
C
defect
D
go
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Defect" means to abandon one group, cause, or organisation in favour of another, which fits the context of politicians switching parties before elections.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59102)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Concord (Subject-Verb Agreement)
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The boy must have _________the disease from the school.
A
received
B
taken
C
contracted
D
carried
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 #59103)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The Class captain got cold feet when he was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain became
A
nervous
B
afraid
C
concerned
D
calm
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The idiom "get cold feet" means to become afraid or lose courage, especially before doing something important or risky.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59110)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Street traders often try to palm their customers off with faulty goods. This means that street traders
A
trick customers into
buying faulty goods
B
assist customers in choosing perfect items
C
ask for a lot of money for faulty goods
D
are ready to swap faulty items for good ones
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 #59111)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
He has broken new ground in cancer treatment with his drug, This means that he has
A
been highly acclaimed
B
introduced a new method in cancer treatment
C
solved all cancer problems
D
thought of a new drug, for cancer treatment
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 #59112)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The Principal stood her ground even when the students revolted. This means that the Principal
A
maintained her position
B
remained standing
C
refused to listen
D
condemned the protest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrase "stood his ground" means to maintain one's position despite opposition. Based on the surrounding page content, the phrase "stood his ground" in this context means that the president maintained his position firmly during the debate. The president refused to change his stance despite the committee member's unwillingness to compromise.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59113)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Looking after young children can tax ones patience. This means that looking after children
A
is pleasant
B
requires endurance
C
is a lot of fun
D
takes time
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 #59114)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
When the show was about to begin, we were still at sixes and sevens. This means that we were
A
confused
B
in groups
C
excited
D
faraway
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 #59115)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
My aunt's rough driving could make one tear one's hair out. This means that her driving could make one
A
lose the hair on one's head
B
feel very sad
C
get very worried
D
feel like crying
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The expression “to tear one’s hair out” is an idiom that means to be extremely worried, anxious, or frustrated about something.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59116)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
We never expected that Father would read us the riot act. This means that our father
A
taught us the riot act
B
cautioned us 'not to be involved in riots
C
warned us to stop making trouble
D
encouraged us to make trouble
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrase "read us the riot act" is an idiomatic expression that means giving a stern warning or reprimand to someone who has been misbehaving or causing trouble. Therefore, option C, "warned us to stop making trouble," is the correct interpretation.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59117)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Solution
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
You will certainly break his heart if you tell him that. This means that telling him that would
A
make him very sad
B
meet his expectations
C
greatly disappoint him
D
make him confirm his suspicion
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This sentence implies that revealing whatever "that" refers to would have a significant emotional impact on the person being told. In this context, "break his heart" is a strong expression indicating deep sadness or emotional distress, so the most appropriate interpretation is that telling him that would make him very sad.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59118)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Idioms, Figurative Expressions & Sentence Interpretation
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
He is at the crossroads of his life. This means that it is time for him to
A
make a very important decision
B
retrace his steps
C
make peace with everyone
D
take matters seriously
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 #59119)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Amina is fond of making derogatory remarks about her brother.
A
inconsiderate
B
discreet
C
unnecessary
D
belittling
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 #59120)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
His jail terms are to run concurrently.
A
consistently
B
alternately
C
simultaneously
D
consecutively
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 #59121)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2019
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Here's a man who comes from a background of entertainment,
A
an experience
B
a place
C
a culture
D
a mood
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
In the sentence, "background" refers to one's upbringing, traditions or the environment they come from—in this case, entertainment. The closest meaning is "a culture", as it suggests a way of life or environment related to entertainment.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #59122)