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WAEC (WASSCE) 2015

2015 WAEC (WASSCE) English Language Past Questions

The 2015 WAEC (WASSCE) English Language past questions with answers: 71 objective questions from the 2015 paper in the DeeepSolve question bank, each with its answer behind "Show answer". Try each question before you check, then practise the paper as a timed WAEC-style CBT.

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Questions

  1. 1.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences After assuring the authorities that he would not escape, the prisoner was released on...

    1. A.suspension
    2. B.recored
    3. C.parole
    4. D.probation
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    Answer: C. parole

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  2. 2.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The task is ..... for us to undertake.

    1. A.much too difficult
    2. B.too much difficult
    3. C.more too difficult
    4. D.quit to difficult
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    Answer: A. much too difficult

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  3. 3.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. After the quarrel. he made it.....to his friend.

    1. A.in
    2. B.out
    3. C.on
    4. D.up
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    Answer: D. up

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  4. 4.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence John's money was barely enough to keep the wolf away from the door. This means that

    1. A.John had killed the wolf
    2. B.the money was just sufficient
    3. C.the situation was just desperate
    4. D.john spent money lavishly
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    Answer: B. the money was just sufficient

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  5. 5.

    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. Children often behave badly out of ignorance

    1. A.illiteracy
    2. B.inexperience
    3. C.unfamiliarity
    4. D.simplicity
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    Answer: B. inexperience

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  6. 6.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences He was given a certificate of....in English.

    1. A.efficacy
    2. B.efficiency
    3. C.proficiency
    4. D.sufficiency
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    Answer: C. proficiency

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  7. 7.

    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. This is a chance of a life time

    1. A.an advantage
    2. B.a privilege
    3. C.an opportuinity
    4. D.a possibility
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    Answer: C. an opportuinity

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  8. 8.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Neither Jack nor Jill....there yesterday

    1. A.are
    2. B.were
    3. C.is
    4. D.was
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    Answer: D. was

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  9. 9.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence The honour that was conferred on the general has been....

    1. A.withdrawn
    2. B.confirmed
    3. C.rejected
    4. D.destroyed
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    Answer: A. withdrawn

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  10. 10.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences The disease was....by the doctors as pneumonia.

    1. A.diagnosed
    2. B.prescribed
    3. C.constructed
    4. D.decided
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    Answer: A. diagnosed

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  11. 11.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence The government troop extended the olive branch to the rebels. This means that the government troops

    1. A.has reached a critical stage
    2. B.killed a lot of rebels
    3. C.were ready for peace
    4. D.defended their territory bravely
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    Answer: C. were ready for peace

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  12. 12.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence It is a fact that pride is a less admirable quality than....

    1. A.humility
    2. B.honesty
    3. C.affection
    4. D.tenderness
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    Answer: A. humility

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  13. 13.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence Since he left home, he has been trying to find his feet. This means that he

    1. A.has been suffering alot
    2. B.lost his pair of shoes
    3. C.has forgotten about his relatives
    4. D.has been trying to get used to his new situation
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    Answer: D. has been trying to get used to his new situation

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  14. 14.

    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. Olu insisted on his freedom to choose his career.

    1. A.wish
    2. B.independence
    3. C.ability
    4. D.right
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    Answer: D. right

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  15. 15.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. He finally hit.......the idea of travelling abroad

    1. A.out
    2. B.at
    3. C.on
    4. D.up
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    Answer: C. on

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  16. 16.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. He should take.....the appointment next week.

    1. A.in
    2. B.up
    3. C.on
    4. D.to
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    Answer: B. up

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  17. 17.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence He finds it difficult to put out with her attitude. This means that he finds it difficult to

    1. A.tolerate her behaviour
    2. B.understand her behaviour
    3. C.determine her behaviour
    4. D.consider her behaviour
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    Answer: A. tolerate her behaviour

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  18. 18.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. In trying to escape, the thief ran......the police.

    1. A.upon
    2. B.by
    3. C.into
    4. D.through
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    Answer: C. into

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  19. 19.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences A judge is required to....justice fairly.

    1. A.defer
    2. B.dispense
    3. C.define
    4. D.dispel
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    Answer: B. dispense

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  21. 21.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. After two hours of continuous work, the group broke.....lunch.

    1. A.with
    2. B.from
    3. C.for
    4. D.to
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    Answer: C. for

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  22. 22.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence The modest young man was rewarded while his....brother was punished

    1. A.intelligent
    2. B.handsome
    3. C.conceited
    4. D.wicked
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    Answer: C. conceited

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  23. 23.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The authorities have shown no sign of giving.....to their demands.

    1. A.off
    2. B.away
    3. C.over
    4. D.in
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    Answer: D. in

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  24. 24.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. My brother was about...his house when i arrived

    1. A.to leaving
    2. B.to have left
    3. C.to leave
    4. D.to be leaving
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    Answer: C. to leave

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  25. 25.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. We must hurry now for there is not.....time left

    1. A.some
    2. B.much
    3. C.plenty
    4. D.any
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    Answer: B. much

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  26. 26.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences The...years of a child's life mould his character

    1. A.restrained
    2. B.constructive
    3. C.confllicting
    4. D.formative
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    Answer: D. formative

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  27. 27.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The standard of education has gone.....

    1. A.out
    2. B.at
    3. C.on
    4. D.up
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    Answer: D. up

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  28. 28.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. We will leave... you are ready

    1. A.as when
    2. B.whenever
    3. C.as ever
    4. D.soon as
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    Answer: B. whenever

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  29. 29.

    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. Modou is endowed with a great potential.

    1. A.enlightened
    2. B.provided
    3. C.gifted
    4. D.inspired
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    Answer: C. gifted

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  31. 31.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence It is obvious that many people many people prefer affluence to....

    1. A.scarcity
    2. B.thrift
    3. C.waste
    4. D.poverty
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    Answer: D. poverty

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  32. 32.

    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. The luminous hands of the clock attracted the baby

    1. A.bright
    2. B.colourful
    3. C.glaring
    4. D.beautiful
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    Answer: A. bright

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  33. 33.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The president's speech......yesterday at 8.00 p.m.

    1. A.is broadcast
    2. B.is being broadcast
    3. C.has been broadcast
    4. D.has been broadcasted
    5. E.was broadcast
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    Answer: E. was broadcast

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  34. 34.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The council appointed a.....committee to look into the matter.

    1. A.five-men
    2. B.five-men's
    3. C.five man
    4. D.five-man's
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    Answer: C. five man

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  35. 35.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence He was advised to pull himself together. This means that he was advised to

    1. A.keep his plans secret
    2. B.change his mind
    3. C.control himself
    4. D.keep the matter to himself
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    Answer: C. control himself

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  36. 36.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The caller was told to.....the line

    1. A.hold off
    2. B.hold up
    3. C.hold on
    4. D.hold
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    Answer: D. hold

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  37. 37.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. It is such a bad place ..... i will never dream of going there again

    1. A.thus
    2. B.therefore
    3. C.that
    4. D.then
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    Answer: C. that

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  38. 38.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. We arrived just....time for the grand opening.

    1. A.by
    2. B.about
    3. C.before
    4. D.in
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    Answer: D. in

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  39. 39.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence He was sad to learn that his friend had gone around the bend. This means that his friend has

    1. A.gone oversees
    2. B.gone mad
    3. C.lost his job
    4. D.been very ill
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    Answer: B. gone mad

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  40. 40.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence The young man quickly paid his debt to save his face. This means that the young man

    1. A.wanted to avoid disgrace
    2. B.did not want to be slapped
    3. C.wanted to preserve his looks
    4. D.did not want to be a debtor
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    Answer: A. wanted to avoid disgrace

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  41. 41.

    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. I really wish to assure you that we now have a reliable leader.

    1. A.Dependable
    2. B.realistic
    3. C.sensible
    4. D.resolute
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    Answer: A. Dependable

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  42. 42.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence At the last minute, he had cold feet. This means that he

    1. A.suddenly fell ill
    2. B.became nervous
    3. C.lost his imagination
    4. D.reject the offer
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    Answer: B. became nervous

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  43. 43.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence Now that the people of this community are living in comfort, i dont think they will want to go back to their days of....

    1. A.disappointment
    2. B.hardship
    3. C.strife
    4. D.starvation
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    Answer: B. hardship

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  44. 44.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence The some teachers dissuade students from studying Mathematics, but others...them

    1. A.motivate
    2. B.lure
    3. C.instruct
    4. D.reward
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    Answer: A. motivate

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  45. 45.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Bakary can lift this heavy log,....?

    1. A.isn't it
    2. B.can't he
    3. C.does he
    4. D.doesn't he
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    Answer: B. can't he

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  46. 46.

    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. Hindering justice may earn you a fine

    1. A.impeding
    2. B.retarding
    3. C.stopping
    4. D.Delaying
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    Answer: A. impeding

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  47. 47.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence While some workers felt that the term were amicable; others thought that they were....

    1. A.strange
    2. B.disagreeable
    3. C.bad
    4. D.hostile
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    Answer: D. hostile

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  48. 48.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences The court granted an....against the eviction of the tenants.

    1. A.adjournment
    2. B.injunction
    3. C.indictment
    4. D.adjudication
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    Answer: B. injunction

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  49. 49.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Please, dont speak evil...the dead

    1. A.to
    2. B.of
    3. C.on
    4. D.for
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    Answer: B. of

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  50. 50.

    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. The professor's explanation of the point was very lucid

    1. A.long
    2. B.clear
    3. C.prompt
    4. D.complicated
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    Answer: B. clear

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  51. 51.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Mary did her best.....failed to reach the pass mark

    1. A.but
    2. B.however
    3. C.so
    4. D.and
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    Answer: A. but

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  52. 52.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence False withness castigate rather than....the accused

    1. A.expose
    2. B.appease
    3. C.punish
    4. D.exonerate
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    Answer: D. exonerate

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  53. 53.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I have always counted.....his friendship.

    1. A.in
    2. B.to
    3. C.with
    4. D.on
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    Answer: D. on

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  54. 54.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences As a millionaire he lives in ...

    1. A.prudence
    2. B.affluence
    3. C.frugality
    4. D.abundance
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    Answer: B. affluence

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  55. 55.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences Public money should be used only for ............. purposes.

    1. A.legitimate
    2. B.discreet
    3. C.legal
    4. D.executive
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    Answer: A. legitimate

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  56. 56.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence On hearing the news, he flew off the handle. This means that he

    1. A.changed his decision
    2. B.ran away
    3. C.felt very disappointed
    4. D.became very angry
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    Answer: D. became very angry

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  57. 57.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Those properties are...sale

    1. A.up for
    2. B.up on
    3. C.out for
    4. D.down for
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    Answer: A. up for

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  58. 58.

    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. She lived a virtuous life

    1. A.modest
    2. B.brave
    3. C.normal
    4. D.righteous
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    Answer: D. righteous

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  59. 59.

    After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence He was given the boot by the chairman. This mean that he was

    1. A.offered a pair of boots
    2. B.promoted
    3. C.sacked
    4. D.sent to buy boots
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    Answer: C. sacked

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  60. 60.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I will always stand ......him

    1. A.by
    2. B.with
    3. C.to
    4. D.for
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    Answer: A. by

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  61. 61.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. If i...enough money, i would buy a car.

    1. A.had
    2. B.have had
    3. C.had had
    4. D.have
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    Answer: A. had

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  62. 62.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. The coach.....him to have scored a goal

    1. A.was expecting
    2. B.expected
    3. C.had expected
    4. D.has expected
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    Answer: B. expected

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  63. 63.

    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. Collaboration is essential to success of the team

    1. A.desired
    2. B.indespensable
    3. C.effective
    4. D.appropraite
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    Answer: B. indespensable

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  64. 64.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence Young people are known for their....which contrast with the composure of adults

    1. A.ability
    2. B.instability
    3. C.activity
    4. D.credibility
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    Answer: B. instability

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  65. 65.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I have always preffered unripe plantain....yam

    1. A.to
    2. B.than
    3. C.from
    4. D.for
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    Answer: A. to

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  66. 66.

    From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences The truth of the evidence is...

    1. A.irreversible
    2. B.irrefutable
    3. C.irreparable
    4. D.irretrieveable
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    Answer: B. irrefutable

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  67. 67.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. Give it to Aminata, it is.....

    1. A.her
    2. B.their
    3. C.yours
    4. D.hers
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    Answer: D. hers

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  68. 68.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. That utterance is quite unlike you, please,come.....it

    1. A.through
    2. B.of
    3. C.off
    4. D.against
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    Answer: C. off

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  69. 69.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. After eating all the mangoes, he shouldn't complain of stomach,......

    1. A.isn't it
    2. B.would he
    3. C.should he
    4. D.should it
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    Answer: C. should he

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  70. 70.

    From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences. I have ....completed the task.

    1. A.more and less
    2. B.more or less
    3. C.more than less
    4. D.more but less
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    Answer: B. more or less

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  71. 71.

    In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. from the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence The officer was expected to be.....by his boss, but he was censured.

    1. A.questioned
    2. B.praised
    3. C.decorated
    4. D.guided
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    Answer: B. praised

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