Waec English language 2008 Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• WAEC 2008

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The incessant chatter of the pupils irritated the visitor.

A. Unceasing
B. Meaningless
C. Excited
D. Loud

Question 37:

• WAEC 2008

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Musa won the debate because he articulated his arguments convincingly.

A. Pronounced
B. Presented
C. Arranged
D. Summarized

Question 38:

• WAEC 2008

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
I was surprised at the gallantry of the Senegalese peace-keeper.

A. Cowardice
B. Strength
C. Bravery
D. Height

Question 39:

• WAEC 2008

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The clerk was dismissed for dereliction of duty.

A. Ignorance
B. Lateness
C. Carelessness
D. Negligence

Question 40:

• WAEC 2008

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:
This is a bad case,.......hard you try to defend the accused.

A. However
B. Whatever
C. Whichever
D. Whenever