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

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• Question 1851:

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

  Silk materials ought be be prohibited _____ being brought into the country

  Options:
  A) about
  B) in
  C) from
  D) by
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 1852:

  In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:

  The accused was eventually convicted.

  Options:
  A) consequently
  B) subsequently
  C) finially
  D) lntially
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1853:

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

  Hers was a specious argument about the government of the day.

  Options:
  A) misleading
  B) precious
  C) spacious
  D) true
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1854:

  Fill the gap with the most appropriate option from the list following the gap.

  If the boys arrived early enough, the match _____ ?

  Options:
  A) would have been played
  B) will be played
  C) will have to be played
  D) would be played
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1855:

  In the question below select the option which best express the meaning of the phrase or word underlined:

  The thought of his admission to the university keyed Olu up to state of great excitement

  Options:
  A) stimulated Olu
  B) ushered Olu
  C) opened Olu
  D) frightened Olu
  E) allowed Olu
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1856:

  As a candidate for this examination, you are being examined on one type of this paper, namely Type A, Type B, Type E and Type K.

  The reason for the popularity and acceptance of the leaves of fluted pumpkin in various parts of the country is largely well understood. Consumers of the leaves have grown owing to the claim that the leaf is a blood-boosting vegetable and a delicacy in the preparation of various dishes including local Nigerian soups. That is the much that many consumers know of this vegetable. The growing consumption has also meant that growers of the vegetable have been under increased pressure to keep up the supply. This has translated into more income for vegetable garden owners.

  Beyond the leaves lies the giant pod with scores of seeds that have proved to be a rich source of several nutrients required by the body. It is a sweet, nutty, flat, cream-coloured seed with a chewy texture. At the tender stage, the pod can be broken pen to clean the seed before boiling in water till cooked. Another option is to roast the seed that produces a pleasant flavor

  The use of pumpkin seed has increased since it has been found effective in treating prostate enlargement in men. The fact that pumpkin seeds serve as a good source of zinc makes them doubly well-suited for this role as a prostrate protector, since zinc is a mineral also used by healthcare workers to help reduce prostrate size. The healing properties of pumpkin seeds have also been recently investigated with respect to arthritis. Studies have shown that the addition pumpkin seeds to diet compares favourably with conventional drugs in reducing inflammatory symptoms. Apart from enhancing prostrate health, another reason for older men to make zinc-rich food such as pumpkin seeds a regular part of their diet is maintaining bone mineral density.

  The popularity of the leaves of fluted pumpkin is due to the fact that they are Options:
  A) Locally grown vegetable
  B) Believed to increase the blood level
  C) Inexpensive and readily available
  D) Known in many parts of the country
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 1857:

  Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.

  The actress screamed when she noticed an object behind her.

  Options:
  A) weded in
  B) stormed out
  C) wailed
  D) protested
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 1858:

  In the question below, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phase in italics.
  Obi's dog is old but still lively.

  Options:
  A) attractive
  B) howling
  C) barking
  D) frisky
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1859:

  This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.

  why did Omar say he passed his SSCE by no means a small feat?

  Options:
  A) all of the above
  B) because he failed other subjects but passed maths and English
  C) because he registered with one of the miracle centers
  D) Because he passed excellently on his first attempt
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 1860:

  From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence

  I went through his work; it was gibberish

  Options:
  A) meaningless
  B) meaningful
  C) brutal
  D) too simple
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  The correct answer is A .