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English Language Past Questions and Answers

Waec English Language Questions

Question 2166:
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
Chief Koko never allows his name to be published in connection with his philanthropic activities because he..............publicity
  • A Lacks
  • B Cherishes
  • C Detests
  • D Understands
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Question 2167:
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
A befitting................was paid to the memory of the departed renowned professor, playwright and dramatist
  • A Tribute
  • B Reward
  • C Contribution
  • D Praise
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Question 2168:
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The accused was caught red-handed by the police. This means that the accused was
  • A Made to wear red gloves
  • B Thought to be in danger
  • C Found in the very act
  • D Found covered with blood
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Question 2169:
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The greatest problem of the leader is that he can see no further than his nose. This means that the leader?
  • A Lacks foresight
  • B Has no self-confidence
  • C Has bad sight
  • D Is easily deceived
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Question 2170:
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
He left the country to avoid loss of face. This means that he left the country to
  • A Make his fortune somewhere else
  • B Seek revenge
  • C Seek refuge
  • D Avoid being publicly humiliated
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