Waec English language 2007 Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• 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.
For rescuing the boy, the policewoman was promoted for her gallantry

A. Generosity
B. Bravery
C. Risk
D. Duty

Question 37:

• 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.
Nora's goal was to become a doctor.

A. Intention
B. Vision
C. Ambition
D. Mission

Question 38:

• 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.
Our staff was very proud when the school clinched all the prizes

A. Took
B. Won
C. Possessed
D. Cornered

Question 39:

• 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.
Mamie complains that her husband often relegates her to the position of a housemaid.

A. Compares
B. Relates
C. Forces
D. Reduces

Question 40:

• 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.
There is no vacancy, so the company no longer recruits staff.

A. Position
B. Opening
C. Room
D. Place