Waec English language 2004 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• WAEC 2004

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.
Personally, I give in rather easily when it comes to arguments, but Emeka will always..........to his opinion

A. Hold in
B. Hold on
C. Hold up
D. Hold back

Question 12:

• WAEC 2004

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

Question 13:

• WAEC 2004

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

Question 14:

• WAEC 2004

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

Question 15:

• WAEC 2004

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