WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2019 (Objective)

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

Amina is fond of making derogatory remarks about her brother.

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

bawl

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

fashion

In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.

From the list of words leftered A to D, choose the one tnat is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

The arrival of the riot police at our campus_______the tension rather than mitigate it.

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

badge

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

The boy must have _________the disease from the school.

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

Corporal punishment is meant to be a deterrent to indiscipline.

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

She hates________waiting.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

Within one year, that country has _________its currency five times.

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

The new bank is fast becoming insolvent.

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

truth

Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

file

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

Street traders often try to palm their customers off with faulty goods. This means that street traders

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

The culprits_______when we entered the courtroom.

In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Though________by opposition from his own supporters, the Chairman pressed ahead with his plans.

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/p/

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

Charles' concern for Anna is affected.

In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

The whole place was in turmoil when we got there. 

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....80.....] above

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

He took his share and gave them______

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Mike was very glad_________that he had won the lottery.

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/tʃ/

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

Many people find cod liver oil disgusting but soldiers find it_________

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

constitution

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

He offered no explanation,________apology.

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

When we were in boarding school, my parents usually came to check_________us every week.

In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

John was a football LEGEND

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Our school wil________one hundred and twenty students this year.

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

marry

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

water

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

league

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

catastrophic

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

The research was carried out _________a sample population.

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

The life of man appears long but, in reality, it is_________

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/t/

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

The Principal stood her ground even when the students revolted. This means that the Principal

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

lamb

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....78.....] above

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

apron

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Could you please_________a receipt for my purchase?

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

kite

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

it is advisable to mind your own business and not_________

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

lolly

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....74.....] above

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

familiar

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

When the show was about to begin, we were still at sixes and sevens. This means that we were

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

thatch

Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

treasure

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

court

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Last week's assignment was_________for me.

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

Tom's humility contrasts with his brother's__________

In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

The junior BOY cleaned the floor.

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

diesel

Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

message

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

waste

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

You have no excuse________late.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

The Committee let her go because they considered her explanation__________

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/dʒ/

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

hurdle

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

canoe

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

To avoid trouble, it is best to say very_________on the case.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

The man was arrested because he__________ in the repayment of the loan.

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

protein

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

He did all he could to defend his master.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

The company has paid dividends to its________

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

The board has______ the film because it contains some nude scenes.

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....71.....] above

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/ao/

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

shining

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

country

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

Here's a man who comes from a background of entertainment,

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

population

In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

Three top excecutives REQUESTED to see the manager.

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

I hope the Principal would be gracious enough to forgive us.

In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appriopriate answer.

Omo's brother won a RADIO.

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

rubber

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

Judgement should always be in favour of the innocent and not the_________

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

Layi is quite reliable but his sister is_________

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Blood is usually screened_________ transfusion.

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

You will certainly break his heart if you tell him that. This means that telling him that would

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

It is I who________to blame for the lapses.

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

wretch

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

Though my mother was convinced about the success of the business, her manager remained___________

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Mr kwesi bought_______

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/ɔː/

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

interrogate

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

This is an improvement________ the last report.

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

flout

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....77.....] above

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

extravagant

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

My submission________by the Council at the moment.

choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

She has always been grateful that you saved her from kidnappers.

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

Don't let Jack bully you: stand up________him.

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

You will surely help me with my work,_________?

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

The students had no choice_______to do as they had been commanded.

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

My aunt's rough driving could make one tear one's hair out. This means that her driving could make one

Choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

litmus

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

Supreme court________the ruling of the lower court.

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

The holiday came to an end all_________soon.

Choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

/ʒ/

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

In the interest of peace, it is better to dialogue than to be_________

Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

great

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

solder

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....79.....] above

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

We never expected that Father would read us the riot act. This means that our father

choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences:

If she had known, she wouldn't have come,________?

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

He is at the crossroads of his life. This means that it is time for him to

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.

Many members of political parties__________ to opposing parties just before elections.

Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

Looking after young children can tax ones patience. This means that looking after children

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....76.....] above

The day of the great tournament arrived and -71- trooped into the stadium in their thousands. Meanwhile, the home team had arrived and was in the -72-. The visiting team was late. With both teams now around, the referee - 73 - his whistle and the two teams emerged from the tunnel and walked onto the pitch. The referee, his assistants and the players stood still while the national anthems of both countries were being played. After this, the captains of both teams came forward for the -74-. The home team won, they then exchanged -75 - and shook hands.
         At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signalled for the start of the match. The supporters were singing and dancing in the- 76-. Both teams played very well but -77-a lot of chances. After playing for forty-five minutes. the referee stopped the match for the hall time break. During this brief break. the -78 - of both teams came out to warm themselves up. When the match resumed, the home team now played better. A -79- from the half-back at the opponent's goal was - 80- into the net. There was a thunderous shout from the crowd. The match continued till the ninetieth minute. The result at the end of the match was 1-0. The home team had won. 

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....72.....] above

In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.

From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

The gullible and not the_______usually fall prey to tricksters.

Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

king