English Language 2009 Waec Past Questions and Answers

Question 16 :

• WAEC 2009

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
The president granted the condemned prisoner a........

A. Reprieve
B. Remission
C. Bail
D. Chance

Question 17 :

• WAEC 2009

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
It was quite.....................to have invested in that new business.

A. Prosperous
B. Sufficient
C. Profitable
D. Successful

Question 18 :

• WAEC 2009

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
They wished her................of the season.

A. Compliments
B. Compliment
C. Complement
D. Complements

Question 19 :

• WAEC 2009

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
Chief Koko never allows his name to be published in connection with his philanthropic activities because he..............publicity

A. Lacks
B. Cherishes
C. Detests
D. Understands

Question 20 :

• WAEC 2009

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
A befitting................was paid to the memory of the departed renowned professor, playwright and dramatist

A. Tribute
B. Reward
C. Contribution
D. Praise