English-Language Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

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• Question 1781:

  In each of the following questions, the main or primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters.

  From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress

  Calculator

  Options:
  A) CAL-cu-la-tor
  B) cal-CU-la-tor
  C) cal-cu-LA-tor
  D) cal-cu-la-TOR
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1782: Fill the gap with the most appropriate option from the list provided.The man declared his intention from the? Options:
  A) outset
  B) inset
  C) onset
  D) offset
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1783:

  In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills(s) the gap(s):

  The chief priest will _____ the men into the cult today

  Options:
  A) indoctrinate
  B) usher
  C) convert
  D) initiate
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1784: Choose the option that best completes the gap(S).The Bank Manager assured us that there was nothing to worry about _____ ? Options:
  A) as regard to the loan
  B) with regard to the loan
  C) in regard of the loan
  D) with regards to the loan
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 1785:

  In recent times women in Nigeria have been seeking independence and recognition. No longer content with their traditional role as housewives and mothers, the women have joined together to create a kind of women liberation movement, first under the umbrella of WRAPA, an acronym for Women’s Rights and Privileges Agency, and later under several bodies including non-governmental agencies like Women in Nigeria (WIN), Association of Northern Women in Science and Technology (ANWIST) and Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). A whole federal ministry called Ministry for Women Affairs has been established since 1995 for the development and advancement of Nigerian women towards what they call ‘gender equality’.

  Through all these bodies, Nigerian women hope to acquire the freedom to pursue interest outside the home, like the opportunity to acquire education or pursue a career, instead of spending all the time doing housework.

  The effects of the changes brought about by these bodies are already being felt in some families. For instance, the traditional husband-wife relationship appears to be undergoing a radical transformation. Because so man6yy women are now working, men are learning to share the household tasks of cooking, cleaning and even caring for the children. In some families, there appears to be a complete reversal of the traditional roles: the husband stays home while the wife earns the family’s income. It should be pointed out, however, that this is the exception, not the rule.

  The effects of women’s liberation are being felt not only in the home but also on the job. More and more women are working and they are demanding equal responsible positions. It is not uncommon these days for a woman to head major Government ministries and parastatals. Many businesses now encourage women to advance to high management positions, and every year, the nation’s higher institutions produce more women doctors, lawyers, and accountants.

  Politics and government are other areas that are feeling the impact of women’s movement. Although Nigerians do not appear ready to accept a woman president, women are already being elected to public offices in increasing numbers as senators and members of the national and state assemblies. Although Nigeria is yet to have a woman governor, which is the highest office in a state, there have been a few women deputy governors and house speakers. A few years ago, this would have been unthinkable.

  In conclusion, women in Nigeria are acquiring greater independence which is causing sweeping changes in the society – at home, at work and in politics. Some men may not be happy with these changes but the women are always quick to point out that it was they, the men, who created the condition leading to the reaction of the women.

  one of the argument in support of the women's liberation movement is that it Options:
  A) brings improvement at home, at work and in politics
  B) compels men to take over the task of cooking, cleaning and othe household chores
  C) encourages Nigerian women to eke out a living independent of the men
  D) enables more women to attain higher positions
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1786:

  Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

  The compulsory leave made her feel listless.

  Options:
  A) restful
  B) great
  C) fat
  D) energetic
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1787:

  For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the question.

  Her death was a bolt from the blue to us.

  Options:
  A) Her death bolted us together
  B) Her death caused confusion
  C) Her death sealed our hopes
  D) Her death was unexpected
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1788:

  In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:

  The beggar's takings snow-belled every hour.

  Options:
  A) grew
  B) turned white
  C) grew into a ball
  D) turned into snow
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1789:

  From the alternatives provided in the question below select the one which most appropriately completes the sentence:

  Children's clothes have to be strong to stand _____ rough use

  Options:
  A) with
  B) in through
  C) in for
  D) up to
  E) up for
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1790:

  Choose the option that best complete the gap (s):

  The police described the boy as being_______hand.

  Options:
  A) over at
  B) out of
  C) on by
  D) up to
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  The correct answer is B .