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UTME / JAMB 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
The driver was discharged while the car owner was ___________ for fraud.
A
remanded
B
detained
C
acquitted
D
sued
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
To discharge someone means to legally release them from confinement.
To remand means to be charged and awaiting trials.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #47553)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2018
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.
The police later discovered that Audu feigned death.
A
Cheated
B
Assumed
C
Suggested
D
Faked
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
To feign means to make a false show of something.
To fake something means to make a false display.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #47554)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Binetou's inquisitiveness is in sharp contrast with her sister's
A
indifference
B
noisiness
C
calmness
D
dullness
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word Inquisitiveness means; given to inquiry, research, or asking questions; eager for knowledge; intellectually curious. The most nearly opposite in meaning to Inquisitiveness from the options is ''Indifference.
Indifference means; lack of interest or concern.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48332)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Though at first it appeared an insignificant idea, it turned out to be quite _________
A
outstanding
B
successful
C
remarkable
D
interesting
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word insignificant means; unimportant, trifling, or petty.
While
Remarkable means; worthy of notice or attention.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48334)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
After grasping the fundamental aspects of his job, Kwesi had to cope with more ________ procedures.
A
advanced
B
academic
C
subsidiary
D
secondary
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word fundamental means; of, relating to, or affecting the foundation or basis.
While
Advanced means; ahead or far or further along in progress, complexity, knowledge, skill, etc.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48336)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The youth prefer discussing contemporary issues to ______ ones.
A
archaic
B
uninteresting
C
stale
D
political
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word contemporary means; of the present time; modern
While
Archaic means; primitive; ancient; old
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48338)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
As erroneous as it might sound, the Headmaster's assumption was quite _______
A
wise
B
correct
C
precise
D
faulty
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word erroneous means; containing error; mistaken; incorrect; wrong:
while
Correct means; conforming to fact or truth; free from error; accurate.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48341)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Halima likes to dwell on trivial, rather than _______ matters.
A
strong
B
popular
C
weighty
D
heavy
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word trivial means; of little value or importance, of very little importance or value; insignificant.
synonyms:unimportant, insignificant, inconsequential, minor, of no/little account, of no/little consequence, of no/little importance
The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word is weighty. This means something that is of great seriousness and importance.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48343)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
We all know that Bola is insolent whereas Ade is ________
A
cowardly
B
respectful
C
humble
D
modest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word insolent means; boldly rude or disrespectful; contemptuously impertinent; insulting:
Respectful being the nearest opposite, is therefore the correct answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48345)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
A few days after Musa's _______, his sister longed for his departure.
A
coming
B
entrance
C
arrival
D
welcome
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word departure means; an act or instance of departing: Depart means; to go away; leave:
While
Arrival which means; an act of arriving; a coming, is the most suitable answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48346)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Algebra seems complicated, but with practice it becomes ________
A
solved
B
simple
C
accessible
D
achievable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word complicated means difficult to analyze, understand, explain, etc.:
While simple means; easy to understand, deal with, use, etc.:
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48349)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Mrs. Agide is unassuming whereas her twin sister is ________
A
cheerful
B
boastful
C
loud
D
rude
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word unassuming means; modest; unpretentious, while boastful means; given to or characterized by boasting.
Boasting means; to speak with exaggeration and excessive pride, especially about oneself.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48350)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Concord (Subject-Verb Agreement)
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
At Christmas, employees of the Sugar Factory receive huge ________
A
benefits
B
dividends
C
bonuses
D
salaries
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Bonus: a sum of money granted or given to an employee, in addition to regular pay,usually in appreciation for work done, length of service, accumulated favors, etc.
Plural bonuses
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48361)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Concord (Subject-Verb Agreement)
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The exposed milk in the container has turned _______
A
sour
B
putrid
C
mouldy
D
stale
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Sour (verb)
to become sour, rancid, mildewed, etc.; spoil:
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48363)
English Language
WAEC / WASSCE 2018
Concord (Subject-Verb Agreement)
Solution
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Not all activists champion ________ causes.
A
worthy
B
real
C
concrete
D
favourable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Worthy: having adequate or great merit, character, or value:
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #48364)