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English Language Past Questions and Answers

Waec English Language Questions

Question 1621:
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
He didn't lose the fight because of his bravery but for his.............
  • A Ignorance
  • B Strength
  • C Cowardice
  • D Rashness
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Question 1622:
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
If you do not drive with care you may be charged for..........
  • A Recklessness
  • B Drunkenness
  • C Overspeeding
  • D Ignorance
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Question 1623:
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
When you...............an opponent's point in a debate, you must do so politely
  • A Refute
  • B Rebuke
  • C Reject
  • D Refuse
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Question 1624:
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Mr Collins does not allow his name to be published in connection with his philanthropy because he........... publicity
  • A Wields
  • B Lacks
  • C Detests
  • D Denies
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Question 1625:
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
I should be as .............as Kofi if I were so rejected by a close friend
  • A Conscious
  • B Timid
  • C Aggrieved
  • D Courteous
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