Waec English language 2011 Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• WAEC 2011

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.
There isn't enough rice, so its importation is permitted whereas the importation of cement is.............

A. Suspended
B. Licensed
C. Unaccepted
D. Prohibited

Question 2:

• WAEC 2011

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.
There isn't enough rice, so its importation is permitted whereas the importation of cement is.............

A. Suspended
B. Licensed
C. Unaccepted
D. Prohibited

Question 3:

• WAEC 2011

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.
The cast consisted of many famous actors and few.............ones.

A. Humble
B. Infamous
C. Unknown
D. Unpopular

Question 4:

• WAEC 2011

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.
My grandfather, rather than being..........was often quite prejudiced in his opinions.

A. Subjective
B. Discriminating
C. Impartial
D. Strict

Question 5:

• WAEC 2011

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.
Both sides are very hopeful about the outcome of the peace talks, but observers are still very..........

A. Realistic
B. Emphatic
C. Explicit
D. Pessimistic