Sample WAEC-style Practice Questions (Original Content)

WAEC Style

SECTION 1: ANTONYMS

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

Question 1

The principal is very rigid in his approach to discipline.

Question 2

The soldiers were praised for their gallant behavior during the rescue.

Question 3

His speech was explicit on the matter of how the money was spent.

Question 4

The local government recorded a surplus this financial year.

Question 5

She was optimistic about the outcome of the job interview.

Question 6

The manager's comments were offensive to the hardworking staff.

Question 7

The witness was certain about the identity of the intruder.

Question 8

The old path through the woods was straight.

Question 9

The king was known throughout the land for his arrogance.

Question 10

The sharp pain he felt in his chest was transient.

SECTION 2: SYNONYMS

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

Question 11

The lawyer gave a lucid explanation of the complex case.

Question 12

Everyone enjoys his company because he is an affable young man.

Question 13

The precarious state of the nation's economy is a concern for all.

Question 14

The accountant is known to be a meticulous worker.

Question 15

The security guards tried to coerce the witness into changing his story.

Question 16

The workers felt lethargic after the heavy afternoon meal.

Question 17

His candid remarks about the project surprised the board members.

Question 18

With such poor preparation, the defeat of the team was inevitable.

Question 19

The new nurse has an amiable personality.

Question 20

The student was very loquacious during the long bus ride.

SECTION 3: IDIOMS AND INTERPRETATION

Choose the most appropriate interpretation for the idiomatic expression.

Question 21

After the long family feud, the brothers finally decided to bury the hatchet.

Question 22

The excuse he gave for coming late to school was a bit thin.

Question 23

Since she had studied all night, the exam was a piece of cake for her.

Question 24

I cannot come to work today because I am feeling under the weather.

Question 25

The detective hit the nail on the head with his theory about the robbery.

Question 26

Repairing the engine of that vintage car will cost an arm and a leg.

Question 27

I wonder who let the cat out of the bag about our secret plans.

Question 28

The two friends stayed together through thick and thin.

Question 29

I wish you would stop beating around the bush and tell me the problem.

Question 30

I Suspect he spilled the beans to the authorities about the plan.

SECTION 4: GRAMMAR AND STRUCTURE

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

Question 31

The boy, together with his friends, ______ expected at the party.

Question 32

I ______ my lunch before he arrived at my office.

Question 33

If I ______ a rich man, I would travel around the world.

Question 34

Neither the students nor their teacher ______ the reason for the delay.

Question 35

The woman ______ I spoke to this morning is my aunt.

Question 36

You haven't finished your homework yet, ______?

Question 37

The young girl is fond ______ playing with dolls.

Question 38

The heavy rain prevented the match ______ starting on time.

Question 39

Between the two cars, the red one is the ______.

Question 40

The news about the accident ______ very distressing.

Question 41

It is time the children ______ to bed.

Question 42

I didn't see ______ in the dark room.

Question 43

The students ______ for the bus for an hour before it arrived.

Question 44

Can you tell me which ______ these bags is yours?

Question 45

Visitors ______ walk on the grass; it is strictly prohibited.

Question 46

He is looking forward ______ his long-awaited vacation.

Question 47

The candidate was advised to ______ the examiner's instructions.

Question 48

I would have given you the book if you ______ me.

Question 49

Hardly ______ the building when the explosion occurred.

Question 50

Each of the candidates ______ to be interviewed by the panel.

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