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2016 - WAEC English Past Questions and Answers - page 4

31

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence

Most people abhor nagging.

A
scorn
B
despise
C
reject
D
slight
32

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

I really hope beatrice would be kind enough to let us stay the night.

A
generous
B
polite
C
gracious
D
gentle
33

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

I personally think that the costume outlandish

A
outdated
B
strange
C
unique
D
foreign
34

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

He did all he could to fortify the building against attack.

A
defend
B
secure
C
shield
D
support
35

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

This is one decision you cannot defend

A
justify
B
explain
C
support
D
express
36

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

He simply dislikes he's wife's inordinate demands for money.

A
frequent
B
excessive
C
repeated
D
indecent
37

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

Bravery is Victor's most dominant trait

A
admirable
B
outstanding
C
suitable
D
influencial
38

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

It's always better to buy durable products

A
authentic
B
expensive
C
permanent
D
lasting
39

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

Where did this document emanate from.

A
originate
B
emerge
C
appear
D
arise
40

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

The management applauded the staff for their hardwork

A
adored
B
commended
C
encouraged
D
recommended