Sample WAEC-style Practice Questions (Original Content)

WAEC Style

SECTION 1: SYNONYMS

Choose the word or group of words nearest in meaning to the underlined word.

Question 1

The traveler was in a predicament when he lost his passport.

Question 2

Many traditional customs have become obsolete in the modern age.

Question 3

The small company was resilient despite the economic recession.

Question 4

The security guards were told to remain vigilant at all times.

Question 5

The museum confirmed that the painting was authentic.

Question 6

The government plans to curtail the spread of the disease.

Question 7

The reason for her sudden departure remains an enigma.

Question 8

Be careful with that vase; it is very fragile.

Question 9

The student's behavior has been impeccable this term.

Question 10

The snake's venom is lethal.

SECTION 2: ANTONYMS

Choose the word or group of words opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

Question 11

The instructions provided were quite transparent.

Question 12

He is known for his extravagant lifestyle.

Question 13

The benevolent donor gave millions to the hospital.

Question 14

Attending the morning assembly is mandatory for all students.

Question 15

She reached the zenith of her career last year.

Question 16

There was an abundance of food at the party.

Question 17

The changes made to the document were permanent.

Question 18

The team was confident of winning the match.

Question 19

The results were consistent with our expectations.

Question 20

He is a very reserved individual.

SECTION 3: IDIOMS AND INTERPRETATION

Choose the most appropriate interpretation for the idiomatic expression.

Question 21

The two political rivals do not see eye to eye on the issue of taxes.

Question 22

I hope you won't let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party.

Question 23

The news of his resignation came as a bolt from the blue.

Question 24

He is constantly under the thumb of his boss.

Question 25

You failed the test, but it is no use crying over spilled milk.

Question 26

You should take his promises with a grain of salt.

Question 27

When he lost his job after his car broke down, it was the last straw.

Question 28

We were shocked to hear that the old hermit had kicked the bucket.

Question 29

He had to burn the midnight oil to finish the project on time.

Question 30

I smell a rat regarding their new business proposal.

SECTION 4: GRAMMAR AND STRUCTURE

Choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.

Question 31

Politics ______ always been a dirty game in some countries.

Question 32

He hasn't arrived yet, ______?

Question 33

The judge absolved the prisoner ______ all charges.

Question 34

Hardly ______ the room when the phone started ringing.

Question 35

If I ______ known her address, I would have visited her.

Question 36

Honesty is ______ best policy.

Question 37

The house ______ roof was blown off belongs to my uncle.

Question 38

I cannot ______ his bad manners any longer.

Question 39

______ he was tired, he finished the work.

Question 40

She bought a ______ car.

Question 41

The boy is allergic ______ peanuts.

Question 42

He ______ for ten hours yesterday.

Question 43

Neither of the twins ______ present yesterday.

Question 44

I ______ my keys; have you seen them?

Question 45

She is the person ______ I gave the money.

Question 46

The weather is ______ better today.

Question 47

One should always do ______ best.

Question 48

The student was accused ______ stealing a pen.

Question 49

The meeting has been ______ until next week.

Question 50

By next December, I ______ here for five years.

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