WASSCE 2016 English Language Past Questions and Answers
The WASSCE 2016 English Language paper has 46 objective and 7 theory 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.
Though the manager had forgotten, Kofi could ...... his ordeal in the company.
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 the manager had forgotten, Kofi could ...... his ordeal in the company.
- A. recollect
- B. reflect
- C. review
- D. reconsider
Answer: A. recollect
Answer: A. The opposite of 'forgotten' is recollect.
Answer: A. The opposite of 'forgotten' is recollect.
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 Louvre blades down here are opaque while those up are ......
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 Louvre blades down here are opaque while those up are ......
- A. distinct
- B. transparent
- C. plain
- D. bright
Answer: B. transparent
Answer: B. The opposite of 'opaque' is transparent.
Answer: B. The opposite of 'opaque' is transparent.
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.
While members of Parliament endorsed the motion, the Cabinet ...... it.
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.
While members of Parliament endorsed the motion, the Cabinet ...... it.
- A. rrefuted
- B. registered
- C. rejected
- D. condemned
Answer: C. rejected
Answer: C. The opposite of 'endorsed' is rejected.
Answer: C. The opposite of 'endorsed' is rejected.
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.
The accused confirmed his statement at the court but his accomplice ...... his.
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 accused confirmed his statement at the court but his accomplice ...... his.
- A. discredited
- B. scrutinised
- C. denied
- D. declined
Answer: C. denied
Answer: C. The opposite of 'confirmed' is denied.
Answer: C. The opposite of 'confirmed' is denied.
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.
The water in that pond is muddy but that in the overhead tank is ......
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 water in that pond is muddy but that in the overhead tank is ......
- A. plain
- B. clear
- C. stagnant
- D. potable
Answer: B. clear
Answer: B. The opposite of 'muddy' water is clear water.
Answer: B. The opposite of 'muddy' water is clear water.
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.
Adama was admitted to hospital, but was ...... after three days.
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.
Adama was admitted to hospital, but was ...... after three days.
- A. relieved
- B. freed
- C. released
- D. discharged
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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.
Efua looks moody this morning but Ama is ......
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.
Efua looks moody this morning but Ama is ......
- A. delighted
- B. satisfied
- C. cheerful
- D. fine
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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.
It is more difficult to scale the hill than 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.
It is more difficult to scale the hill than to ......
- A. descend
- B. dismount
- C. slide
- D. disembark
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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 school authorities could not rescind their decision because the Board had ...... it.
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 school authorities could not rescind their decision because the Board had ...... it.
- A. verified
- B. proved
- C. confirmed
- D. recognized
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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.
Though they are twins, Panyin is haughty whereas Kakra is ......
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 they are twins, Panyin is haughty whereas Kakra is ......
- A. calm
- B. quiet
- C. humble
- D. wicked
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