Waec English language 2007 Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

• WAEC 2007

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.
It was callous of you to have turned down the poor man's request.

A. Heartless
B. Stupid
C. Rude
D. Skilful

Question 32:

• WAEC 2007

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.
After the long walk, the travellers suddenly saw lights blazing ahead.

A. Burning
B. Shining
C. Glowing
D. Beaming

Question 33:

• WAEC 2007

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.
John said nothing during the meeting; he just sat there fuming

A. Thinking
B. Lonely
C. Mumbling
D. Angry

Question 34:

• WAEC 2007

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.
The employees hated him because he often abused his authority.

A. Insulted
B. Misdirected
C. Misapplied
D. Exaggerated

Question 35:

• WAEC 2007

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.
The Minister abridged his speech since he had to leave early.

A. Shortened
B. Hurried
C. Abandoned
D. Stopped