Waec English language 2014 Past Questions and Answers

Question 96:

• WAEC 2014

From the words lettered A to D, below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Corporal punishment is meant to be a deterrent to indiscipline.

A. Remedy
B. Measure
C. Discouragement
D. Prevention

Question 97:

• WAEC 2014

From the words lettered A to D, below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The new bank is thriving.

A. Evolving
B. Attractive
C. Flourishing
D. Supportive

Question 98:

• WAEC 2014

From the words lettered A to D, below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
It is not safe to engage in clandestine deals.

A. Secret
B. Exclusive
C. Unimportant
D. Doubtful

Question 99:

• WAEC 2014

From the words lettered A to D, below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Bola vehemently denied stealing the money.

A. Strongly
B. Fearlessly
C. Openly
D. Strictly

Question 100:

• WAEC 2014

From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
It's been smooth so far .............?

A. Hadn't it
B. Wasn't it
C. Isn't it
D. Hasn't it