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English Language Past Questions and Answers

Waec English Language Questions

Question 1311:
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The criminal was incarcerated.
  • A Arrested
  • B Pardoned
  • C Imprisoned
  • D Cautioned
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Question 1312:
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The Manager soon found out that my sister was a competent typist
  • A Patient
  • B Capable
  • C Hardworking
  • D Careless
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Question 1313:
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
At the inception of his administration, the Governor was very popular.
  • A End
  • B Beginning
  • C Dissolution
  • D Peak
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Question 1314:
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The businessman anticipated the collapse of the bank
  • A Prevented
  • B Caused
  • C Foresaw
  • D Pre-empted
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Question 1315:
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The plaintiff was dissatisfied with the decision of the court
  • A Solicitor
  • B Accused
  • C Complainant
  • D Respondent
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