Mostly Repeated WAEC Past Questions and Answers on English Language

I believe that you’re here because you don’t know the nature of how exams are being set by WAEC. If you don’t, then you’re at the right place.

In this guide, we will talk extensively on WAEC past questions and answers for English Language, show you possible questions that may likely fall into the exams paper in the proceeding year.

Not only that, you’ll be given adequate instructions on how to answer questions on WAEC

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The WAEC past questions and answers are mostly repeated year after year, which is why you have to read this guide carefully till the end and take notice of those questions.

Most times, I hear students giving complains about how hard the questions is, reason behind it is that they failed to study using our guide.

I believe if you’re reading this, you will definitely want to pass your exams with flying colours. See more details on the instructions and guidelines given by WAEC  to follow while writing the exams below.

Important Guidelines to follow in your WAEC Examination

There are alot of guidelines and instructions you as a student need to follow. We will bring to light what needs to be done accordingly.

The examination paper is divided into three different parts, which is Part 1 & 2

Part 1 is Objectives. You should expect 100 questions from this section.

Part 2  is the theory section, you should be expecting 10 questions to answer 5 from this section. This section carries the highest point.

Meaning that if you do well with this section and a little of part 1 ..then you’re good to go.

You should also note that the West African Examination Council frowns at cheating. Any candidate who is caught cheating will be sentenced to life imprisonment.

WAEC English Language   Objective Questions

The questions you see below are possible questions that might be repeated in this year’s examination.

Endeavor to read this guide to the end carefully with understanding, where possible ask relevant questions and we’ll reply prompt.

Section 1
Choose the ones that is most nearly opposite in meaning from the bold word below.

Though my mother was convinced about the success of the business, her manager remained ___________
A. sceptical
B. serious
C. confused
D. concerned

2. Judgement should always be in favor of the innocent and not the __________
A. Guilty
B. Accused
C. Weak
D. Elderly

3. Layi is quite reliable but his sister is ________
A. Unswerving
B. Untrustworthy
C. Deceptive
D. Pretentious

4. The gullible and not the _________ usually fall prey to tricksters.
A. Unfriendly
B. Carefree
C. Brave
D. Discerning

5. Tom’s humility contrasts with his brother’s _______
A. Haughtiness
B. Stubborness
C. Gentleness
D. Quietness

6. The life of man appears long but, in reality, it is ________
A. Brief
B. Quick
C. Shortened
D. Stunted

7. In the interest of peace, it is better to dialogue than to be ________
A. Controversial
B. Rational
C. Confrontational
D. Forceful

8. All the weight amassed by a greedy father is often ________ by undisciplined children
A. Destroyed
B. Scattered
C. Squandered
D. Ruined

9. Many people find cod liver oil disgusting but soldiers find it _______
A. Refreshing
B. Medicinal
C. Pleasant
D. Bitter

10. The arrival of the riot police at our campus ____ thee tension rather than mitigate it.
A. Lengthened
B. Heightened
C. Prolonged
D. Created

Section 2
Find the words that best completes each of the following sentences.

11. Investigations revealed that the senior students _____ the juniors to throw stones at the principal’s car
A. Infuriated
B. Integrated
C. Instigated
D. Instituted

12. The supreme court _____ the ruling of the lower court
1. Nullified
B. Abused
C. Proclaimed
D. Cancelled

13. The board has ______ the film because it contains some nude scenes
A. Edited
B. Censored
C. Examined
D. Isolated

14. Many young graduates have _____ to the West in search of greener pastures.
A. Hurried
B. Emigrated
C. Absconded
D. Flown

15. The committee let her go because they considered her explanation ______
A. Permissable
B. Clear
C. Plausible
D. Necessary

16. The company has paid dividends to it’s ______
A. Buyers
B. Wholesalers
C. Shareholders
D. Consumers

17. Within one year, that country has _____ it’s currency five times
A. Reduced
B. Devalued
C. Revamped
D. Defaced

18. The man was arrested because he _____ in the repayment of the loan
A. Paused
B. Delayed
C. Deferred
D. Defaulted

19. Many members of political parties ______ to opposing parties just before elections
A. Depart
B. Change
C. Defect
D. Go

20. The boy must have _____ the disease from the school
A. Received
B. Taken
C. Contracted
D. Carried

Section 3
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

21. The class captain got cold feet when be was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain became
A. Nervous
B. Afraid
C. Concerned
D. Calm

22. He has broken new ground in cancer treatment with his drug. This means that he has
A. been highly acclaimed
B. introduced a new method in cancer treatment
C. solved all cancer problems
D. thought of a new drug for cancer treatment

23. The principal stood her ground even when the students revolted. This means that the Principal
A. maintained her position
B. remained standing
C. refused to listen
D. condemned the protest

24. Looking after young children can tax ones patience. This means that looking after children
A. is pleasant
B. requires endurance
C. Is a lot of fun
D. takes time

25. When the show was about to begin, we were still at sixes and sevens. This means that we were
A. Confused
B. In groups
C. Excited
D. Far away

26. We never expected that Father would read j’s the riot act. This means that our father
A. taught us the riot act
B. cautioned us not to be involved in riots
C. warned us to stop making trouble
D. encouragdd us to make trouble

27. My aunt’s rough driving could make one tear one’s hair out. This means that her driving could make one
A. lose the hair on ones head
B. feel very sad
C. get very worried
D. feel like crying

28. You will certainly break his heart if you tell him that. This means that telling him that would
A. Make him very sad
B. Meet his expectations
C. Greatly disappoint him
D. Make him confirm his suspicious
29. He is at a crossroads of his life. This means that it is time for him to
A. Make a wet important decision
B. Retrace his steps
C. Make peace with everyone
D. Take matters seriously

30. Street traders often try to palm their customers off with faulty goods. This means that street traders
A. Trick customers into buying faulty goods
B. Assist customers in choosing perfect items
C. Ask for a lot of money for faulty goods
D. Are ready to swap faulty items for good ones.

Section 4 (Bonus Questions)
Choose the words that is nearest in meaning from the bold text below.

31. Amina is fond of making derogatory remarks about her brother
A. Inconsiderate
B. Discreet
C. Unnecessary
D. Belittling

32. His jail terms are to run concurrently.
A. Consistently
B. Alternately
C. Simultaneously
D. Consecutively

33. She has always even grateful that you saved her from kidnappers.
A. Content
B. Comforted
C. Happy
D. Thankful

34. Charles’ concern for Anna is affected
A. Insincere
B. Incorrect
C. Weak
D. Unfair

35. The new bank is fast becoming insolvent
A. Inactive
B. Ineffective
C. Bankrupt
D. Lax

WAEC English Language Theory Questions

Question 1

Your father has just built a house for the family. Write a letter to your elder brother who lives abroad, describing the new house and the prestige it has accorded the family.

Question 2

Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper, discussing two major problems facing your country and suggesting ways of solving them.

Question 3

The electricity supply in your school has been irregular. As the Senior Prefect, write a letter to the Chairman of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) telling him about the effect of this on the school and the need to provide a stand-by generator for the school

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