WASSCE 2018 November English Language Past Questions and Answers
The WASSCE 2018 November English Language paper has 49 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.
Even in trying situations, people should react in a courteous, not in a ...... way.
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.
Even in trying situations, people should react in a courteous, not in a ...... way.
- A. violent
- B. vengeful
- C. remorseful
- D. resentful
Answer: A. violent
Answer: A. The opposite of 'courteous' reaction is a violent one.
Answer: A. The opposite of 'courteous' reaction is a violent one.
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.
Even though the president gave his assent to the appointments, others expressed ......
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.
Even though the president gave his assent to the appointments, others expressed ......
- A. disapproval
- B. disregard
- C. disrespect
- D. dismay
Answer: A. disapproval
Answer: A. The opposite of 'assent' is disapproval.
Answer: A. The opposite of 'assent' is disapproval.
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.
Climbing that mountain was arduous but the descent was ......
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.
Climbing that mountain was arduous but the descent was ......
- A. slippery
- B. curvy
- C. bumpy
- D. easy
Answer: D. easy
Answer: D. The opposite of 'arduous' is easy.
Answer: D. The opposite of 'arduous' is easy.
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 two products have diverse attributes, yet they 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 two products have diverse attributes, yet they are ......
- A. presentable
- B. comparable
- C. marketable
- D. preferable
Answer: B. comparable
Answer: B. The opposite of 'diverse' is comparable (alike).
Answer: B. The opposite of 'diverse' is comparable (alike).
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.
If you are appalled by an experience, you cannot suddenly be ...... by 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.
If you are appalled by an experience, you cannot suddenly be ...... by it
- A. encouraged
- B. informed
- C. excited
- D. influenced
Answer: C. excited
Answer: C. The opposite of being 'appalled' is being excited (delighted).
Answer: C. The opposite of being 'appalled' is being excited (delighted).
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.
Skeptics view as fantasy what others hold as ......
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.
Skeptics view as fantasy what others hold as ......
- A. normal
- B. trivial
- C. dear
- D. fact
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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.
As I studied more, my interest in the subject rather intensified; it did not ......
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.
As I studied more, my interest in the subject rather intensified; it did not ......
- A. recede
- B. reverse
- C. wane
- D. waive
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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.
Provocative acts inflame passions; they do not ...... them.
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.
Provocative acts inflame passions; they do not ...... them.
- A. prevent
- B. soothe
- C. distort
- D. manage
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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.
All the fragile items were carefully packed into ...... boxes.
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.
All the fragile items were carefully packed into ...... boxes.
- A. compact
- B. heavy
- C. massive
- D. sturdy
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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.
As conditions continue to deteriorate, steps should be taken to ...... them.
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.
As conditions continue to deteriorate, steps should be taken to ...... them.
- A. eliminate
- B. ameliorate
- C. activate
- D. elevate.
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