WASSCE 2011 November English Language Past Questions and Answers
The WASSCE 2011 November English Language paper has 70 objective questions. Here are sample objective questions with the correct answers and explanations. Sit the full paper with the real time limit on ePrep.
Sample questions with answers
1. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 punishment the disciplinary committee meted out to Joan was too mild to be effective as what she did was rather ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 punishment the disciplinary committee meted out to Joan was too mild to be effective as what she did was rather ...
- A. heavy
- B. complex
- C. grievous
- D. exceptional
Answer: C. grievous
Answer: C. The opposite of 'mild' is grievous (serious).
Answer: C. The opposite of 'mild' is grievous (serious).
2. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 headmaster's announcements are often muddled but those of his assistant are always ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 headmaster's announcements are often muddled but those of his assistant are always ...
- A. interesting
- B. short
- C. valuable
- D. clear
Answer: D. clear
Answer: D. The opposite of 'muddled' is clear.
Answer: D. The opposite of 'muddled' is clear.
3. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
One would have thought that their relationship would improve but there are signs that it is going to ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
One would have thought that their relationship would improve but there are signs that it is going to ...
- A. decrease
- B. shrink
- C. deteriorate
- D. abate
Answer: C. deteriorate
Answer: C. The opposite of 'improve' is deteriorate.
Answer: C. The opposite of 'improve' is deteriorate.
4. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 he appeared to be a staunch supporter of the leader, he has been found to be ... to him
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 he appeared to be a staunch supporter of the leader, he has been found to be ... to him
- A. disloyal
- B. rude
- C. disobedient
- D. unjust
Answer: A. disloyal
Answer: A. The opposite of 'staunch' is disloyal.
Answer: A. The opposite of 'staunch' is disloyal.
5. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
His answers become evasive when he noticed that the lawyer's questions were ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
His answers become evasive when he noticed that the lawyer's questions were ...
- A. simple
- B. logical
- C. compelling
- D. direct
Answer: D. direct
Answer: D. The opposite of 'evasive' is direct.
Answer: D. The opposite of 'evasive' is direct.
6. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
Selasi was so cowardly in his youth that he has now become ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
Selasi was so cowardly in his youth that he has now become ...
- A. violent
- B. brave
- C. stubborn
- D. firm
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7. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 many of the toys were inexpensive the most beautiful ones among them were ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 many of the toys were inexpensive the most beautiful ones among them were ...
- A. lovely
- B. costly
- C. fragile
- D. odd
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8. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 company has moved from the temporary accommodation to its ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 company has moved from the temporary accommodation to its ...
- A. larger
- B. specious
- C. official
- D. permanent
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9. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 hostages were released after many months in ...
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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 hostages were released after many months in ...
- A. captivity
- B. isolation
- C. exile
- D. segregation
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10. PART A
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
Naana read a prepared speech at the party but Elikem gave an ... one.
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION I
In each of the following sentences, there is a word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the word 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.
Naana read a prepared speech at the party but Elikem gave an ... one.
- A. impromptu
- B. emotional
- C. important
- D. oral
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