Waec English language 1998 Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• WAEC 1998

From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The story he told was incredible

A. Indelible
B. Acceptable
C. Horrible
D. Unbelievable
E. Permissible

Question 37:

• WAEC 1998

From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The bond of unity in his country is fragile

A. Strong
B. Weak
C. Ductile
D. Attractive
E. Laudable

Question 38:

• WAEC 1998

From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
If I have erred, I hope the error is pardonable

A. Excusable
B. Intelligible
C. Reparable
D. Redeemable
E. Questionable

Question 39:

• WAEC 1998

From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
We were treated to a very sumptuous meal at the party

A. Meager
B. Prominent
C. Famous
D. Common
E. Expensive

Question 40:

• WAEC 1998

From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Charles' concern for Diana is affected

A. Genuine
B. Serious
C. Pretended
D. Worrisome
E. Half-hearted