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

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• Question 701:

  Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word:

  The delegates found it better to resort to consultation rather than _____.

  Options:
  A) conflict
  B) confrontation
  C) reconciliation
  D) consent
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 702:

  In the question below choose the word or phrase which best fills the gap in each sentence:

  The lawyer insisted _____ the full payment of his charge

  Options:
  A) with
  B) in
  C) for
  D) at
  E) on
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  The correct answer is E .
• Question 703:

  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.

  The expression causing sweeping changes as used in the passage, means Options:
  A) improving husband-wife relationship
  B) cleaning up the Nigerian society
  C) producing fair-reaching effects
  D) resulting in unpalatable consequences
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 704:

  Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the list provided.

  The candidate's charisma should be a _____ factor in winning the election?

  Options:
  A) determinant
  B) determinate
  C) determining
  D) determinable
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 705:

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

  Do you know one of the most astounding events of my life?

  Options:
  A) special
  B) amazing
  C) serious
  D) outstanding
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 706:

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

  The answers to the questions were discussed _____ the students

  Options:
  A) between
  B) by
  C) for
  D) to
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 707: This question is based on the novel, The Life Changer.

  What was Ummi's reason for her impromptu barging ?

  Options:
  A) To monitor her children's activities
  B) To ensure the children were safe
  C) To keep them on their feets
  D) To ensure they maintain cleanliness
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 708:

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

  You could see that Uduak did not give the evidence _________

  Options:
  A) Honestly completely
  B) Completely honestly
  C) Honest completely
  D) Completely honestly
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 709:

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

  There was a _____ of steps.

  Options:
  A) stair
  B) height
  C) flight
  D) climb
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 710: Choose the option that best complete the gap. The laughter _____ his face for a moment. Options:
  A) Remade.
  B) Improved.
  C) Controlled.
  D) Animated.
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  The correct answer is D .