WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2019

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

/ʒ/

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

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___________

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "sceptical." The sentence suggests that the speaker's mother is optimistic about the success of the business, but her manager is not convinced. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "convinced" is "sceptical," which means having doubts or reservations about something. Therefore, the correct word that best fits the context of the sentence and is opposite in meaning to "convinced" is "sceptical." The other options, such as "serious," "confused," and "concerned," are not opposite in meaning to "convinced" and do not fit the context of the sentence.

Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

great

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that rhymes with "great" is "weight". Rhyming words have the same sound at the end of the word. In this case, both "great" and "weight" end in the sound "-ate", making them rhyme.

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

rubber

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

destroy

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "wouldn't she". This phrase is a conditional sentence, where the first part "if she had known" states a hypothetical situation, and the second part "wouldn't she have come" states the result of that situation. The word "wouldn't" is a contraction of "would not", and it expresses a negative possibility. So, the sentence as a whole means "If she had known the information, she wouldn't have gone to the place." In summary, the word "wouldn't she" is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence because it conveys the idea of a negative possibility in a hypothetical situation.

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_________

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word "innocent" and that will correctly fill the gap in the sentence is "guilty". The word "innocent" means "not guilty of a crime or offense", so the word "guilty" means "having committed a crime or offense". The sentence is saying that judgment should always be in favor of the person who is not guilty, rather than in favor of the person who has committed a crime or offense.

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "devalued." The sentence implies that the country has experienced significant fluctuations in the value of its currency. To "devalue" a currency means to reduce its value in relation to other currencies. It is a common strategy used by governments to boost exports by making their goods cheaper on the international market. Therefore, the correct word that best fits the context of the sentence is "devalued." The other options do not fit the context, as "reduced" is too general, "revamped" is irrelevant, and "defaced" has a completely different meaning.

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

She hates________waiting.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "being kept." The sentence is in the present tense, and it describes a current feeling of hatred towards waiting. The phrase "being kept" is a present participle that functions as an adjective to modify the noun "waiting." This construction implies that the subject is currently experiencing the feeling of hatred while waiting. The other options do not fit the grammatical structure of the sentence or are in the wrong tense.

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

catastrophic

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct stress for "catastrophic" is option C: ca-ta-STRO-phic. This means that the third syllable "STRO" should be emphasized or pronounced with more stress than the other syllables. To understand the concept of stress, it is important to know that stress refers to the emphasis placed on a syllable or word when it is spoken. This emphasis can change the meaning or the tone of a sentence, and it can also affect the rhythm and flow of speech. In the word "catastrophic", there are four syllables: ca-ta-STRO-phic. The stress is on the third syllable, which means that it is pronounced with more emphasis or force than the other syllables. This stress pattern helps to give the word its unique sound and meaning, and it also helps to make the word easier to pronounce and understand.

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is: "Did three top executives request to see the manager?" Explanation: The sentence states that three top executives requested to see the manager, which means they wanted to meet with the manager. The sentence does not mention anything about a clerk, or the executives declining to see the manager, or the executives accompanying the manager. Therefore, options B, C, and D are incorrect.

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,

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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.

All the wealth amassed by a greedy father is often_________by undisciplined children.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "amassed" and will correctly fill the gap in the sentence is "scattered". "Amassed" means to gather or collect, while "scattered" means to distribute widely or separate into pieces. So, the sentence would read: "All the wealth amassed by a greedy father is often scattered by undisciplined children."

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....79.....] is "shot". In football, a shot refers to an attempt to score a goal by hitting the ball towards the goal. The number "79" might refer to the minute in the game when the shot was taken. The other options, "kick", "play", and "dribble", are also actions that can occur in football but they are different from a shot. "Kick" can refer to various types of kicks in the game such as a free kick, corner kick, or goal kick. "Play" can refer to a combination of actions by a team to advance the ball towards the opponent's goal. "Dribble" refers to the technique of controlling the ball with one's feet while moving forward.

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "on." The sentence says "my parents usually came to check on us every week." "Check on" means to visit or see someone to make sure they are okay and to see how they are doing. So, in this sentence, the parents came every week to see their child and make sure they were doing well while they were in boarding school.

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

/t/

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "The Principal stood her ground even when the students revolted" is that the Principal maintained her position. "Stood her ground" is a common idiom meaning to maintain one's position or opinion despite opposition or difficulty, and "even when the students revolted" suggests that the Principal did not back down in the face of the students' protest or rebellion. Therefore, the correct answer is maintained her position.

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

familiar

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letters in "familiar" is "slipped". Both words have the same "ih" vowel sound, which is also known as the short "i" sound. To break it down further, the underlined letters in "familiar" are "ia", which together make the "ih" sound. In "slipped", the "i" in the second syllable represents the same sound. Therefore, "slipped" is the word that has the same vowel sound as "familiar".

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

thatch

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that has the same consonant sound as the underlined letters in "thatch" is "challenge." The consonant sound in "thatch" is "th" which is also found in the word "challenge."

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

You will surely help me with my work,_________?

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "won't you." The sentence is a request for assistance, and the phrase "will you" indicates a willingness to help. However, since the speaker is confident that the listener will help, they use the negation "won't you" to express a positive expectation that the listener will assist them. Therefore, the sentence with the option "won't you" reads: "You will surely help me with my work, won't you?" and expresses the speaker's expectation for the listener to provide assistance.

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

Blood is usually screened_________ transfusion.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "before." Blood is usually screened before transfusion. This means that medical professionals check the donated blood for any infections, diseases, or other potential problems before giving it to a patient. Screening helps ensure that the transfusion is safe and effective for the recipient. For example, if the blood contains a virus or bacteria, it could make the patient sick or even put their life in danger. Screening is a crucial step in the transfusion process that helps prevent these types of complications.

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__________

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "plausible." Explanation: The word "plausible" means reasonable or believable. In the sentence, the Committee considered the explanation provided by the person in question, and based on their evaluation, they decided to let her go. If the explanation was not reasonable or believable, the Committee would not have allowed her to go. Therefore, the most appropriate word to complete the sentence is "plausible."

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_________

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate word to fill the gap and also be the opposite of "reliable" is "untrustworthy." "Reliable" means dependable, trustworthy, or consistent. Therefore, the opposite of "reliable" is something that is not dependable or trustworthy. "Untrustworthy" fits this definition and is the correct choice. "Unswerving" means not changing or wavering, which is not the opposite of "reliable." "Deceptive" means intending to mislead or trick, which is not appropriate for the sentence. "Pretentious" means attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, or culture than is actually possessed, which is also not the opposite of "reliable."

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

solder

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

We need to_______ for lost ground.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "make up." "Make up" means to compensate for something that was lost or missing, so in this sentence, it means to compensate for the lost ground.

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

Could you please_________a receipt for my purchase?

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "make out." "Make out" means to prepare or write a document, such as a receipt or check. In this sentence, the speaker is asking the person to prepare a receipt for their purchase. Therefore, "make out" is the correct choice. "Make in" doesn't make sense in this context. "Make up" means to invent something or fabricate a story, which is not relevant to the sentence. "Make for" means to move toward a destination or to contribute to a particular outcome, which also doesn't fit the sentence.

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "derogatory" means showing a critical or disrespectful attitude towards someone. Therefore, the word that is nearest in meaning to "derogatory" in the given sentence is "belittling," which means to speak or act in a way that makes someone or something seem unimportant.

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "gullible" and fits in the sentence is "discerning." "Gullible" means easily fooled or deceived, so "discerning" would mean having good judgement and the ability to see through deception. This fits in the sentence because the sentence says that those who are not gullible are the ones who don't fall prey to tricksters, and having good judgement would make someone less likely to be tricked.

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

Maelezo ya Majibu

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

water

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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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "defaulted." Defaulting means failing to pay back a loan according to the agreed terms. When someone defaults on a loan, they are no longer making payments and the lender may take legal action to recover the debt. In this sentence, the man was arrested because he failed to repay the loan, which is referred to as defaulting.

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

protein

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letters in "protein" is "go" because both words have the same short "o" vowel sound. In the word "protein," the underlined letters are "otei," which produce the "oh" sound. Among the given options, only the word "go" has the same short "o" vowel sound. The other words have different vowel sounds, such as "potty" with the short "o" and "i" sounds, "chicken" with the short "i" sound, and "gobble" with the long "o" sound.

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

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The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "When the show was about to begin, we were still at sixes and sevens" is that we were confused. The phrase "at sixes and sevens" is an idiomatic expression that means to be in a state of confusion or disorder. In this context, it suggests that the speaker and others were not ready for the show despite its impending start. Therefore, the sentence implies that the speaker and their companions were confused, disorganized, or unprepared, which is why they were still "at sixes and sevens" when the show was about to start.

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The underlined word "deterrent" means something that discourages or deters a person from doing something. In this sentence, "corporal punishment" is described as a deterrent to "indiscipline," meaning it is meant to discourage or stop people from being undisciplined. So, the word nearest in meaning to "deterrent" in this sentence is "discouragement."

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

back

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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. 

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Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

The Class captain got cold feet when he was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain became.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The class captain became nervous when he was asked to lead the protest. This means that the class captain felt anxious or uncertain about leading the protest, perhaps due to fear of public speaking or the responsibilities that come with being a leader. The phrase "got cold feet" is often used to describe someone who feels nervous or afraid in a situation.

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________

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is shareholders. A shareholder is a person or organization that owns one or more shares of stock in a company. When a company makes a profit, it may choose to distribute a portion of those earnings to its shareholders as dividends. Therefore, if a company has paid dividends, it means that it has given a portion of its profits to its shareholders. Buyers are individuals or organizations who purchase goods or services from a company. Wholesalers are intermediaries who purchase goods in bulk from manufacturers and sell them to retailers. Consumers are individuals or households who purchase and use goods and services for personal consumption. These groups are not typically paid dividends by a company.

Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

treasure

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that rhymes with "treasure" is "leisure". The two words share the same "zh" sound at the end, which is also known as a voiced palato-alveolar fricative. This sound is made by placing the tongue between the roof of the mouth and the teeth and pushing air through, creating a buzzing or hissing sound. "Vapour" and "texture" have different ending sounds, while "reason" has a different vowel sound at the beginning.

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

/dʒ/

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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

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Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.

He has broken new ground in cancer treatment with his drug, This means that he has

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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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct word to complete the sentence is "turn out." Explanation: The phrasal verb "turn out" means to produce, manufacture or be present in a particular way. In the sentence, the subject is a school, which will "turn out" or produce a number of students. The phrase "turn in" means to submit something, "turn on" means to activate or start something, and "turn over" means to transfer or give control of something to someone else. None of these meanings make sense in the given sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is "turn out."

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

/^/

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

waste

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

badge

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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.

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The word that best completes the sentence is "but." The word "but" is a conjunction that is used to connect contrasting ideas or to show a contrast. In this sentence, the students had no choice but to do as they had been commanded, meaning they were forced to do it because they had no other option. "But" is used to connect two contrasting ideas, in this case, the students having no choice and doing as they were commanded.

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.

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

It is I who________to blame for the lapses.

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

The research was carried out _________a sample population.

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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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "gracious" in this context means "merciful". In the sentence, the speaker is hoping that the Principal will forgive them for something they have done wrong. The word "gracious" is used to suggest that the Principal's forgiveness would be an act of kindness and mercy, rather than something that is strictly required or expected. The other options - "cordial", "polite", and "gentle" - are all related to being friendly or courteous, but they do not convey the sense of mercy or forgiveness that is implied by the word "gracious" in this context. Therefore, the most appropriate option that is nearest in meaning to "gracious" in this sentence is "merciful".

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.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The underlined word "defend" means to protect someone or something from harm or danger. Therefore, the word closest in meaning to "defend" is "protect."

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

canoe

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The word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letter(s) in "canoe" is "brew." The vowel sound in "canoe" is represented by the letters "oe" and is pronounced as "oo." Similarly, the word "brew" has the same vowel sound as "canoe," as the "ew" in "brew" is pronounced as "oo." The other options do not have the same vowel sound as "canoe." "Louse" has a different vowel sound ("ou" as in "ouch"), "going" has a different vowel sound ("o" as in "go"), and "brunt" has a different vowel sound ("u" as in "but").

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

Last week's assignment was_________for me.

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

king

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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.

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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.

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

league

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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.

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The sentence describes a situation where members of a political party switch their loyalty to an opposing party before elections. The word that best fits the blank in the sentence is "defect." To defect means to abandon one's allegiance or duty to a group, organization or country for another. In this context, it means the political party members abandon their original party to join the opposing party. Therefore, the correct option is C, "defect."

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.

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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_________

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The word that best completes the sentence is "somebody else's." The sentence is advising the listener to not interfere with other people's affairs, and the phrase "mind your own business" implies that they should focus on their own concerns. The word "else" indicates that the listener should not be concerned with someone or something in addition to their own affairs. The correct phrasing for possession in English is to use an apostrophe-s ('s) after the possessor. Therefore, the correct option is "somebody else's," which shows that the listener should not interfere with something that belongs to someone else. Option A, "somebody's else," is not grammatically correct, and the word order is incorrect. Option C, "somebody's else's," is also not grammatically correct and repeats the possessive marker apostrophe-s ('s) twice. Option D, "somebody else," does not convey the possessive relationship and does not fit with the sentence's meaning, which is to avoid meddling in other people's affairs.

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

population

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The correct stress for the word "population" is po-pu-LA-tion, which means that the emphasis is on the third syllable. When you say the word out loud, you should hear a slightly louder and longer emphasis on the "LA" syllable. To understand stress in words, it is important to note that stress is the emphasis or prominence given to a particular syllable or part of a word when it is pronounced. Some words have a strong stress on the first syllable, while others have a strong stress on the second or third syllable. In the case of "population," the stress falls on the third syllable "LA."

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.

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The underlined word "grateful" means feeling or showing appreciation or thanks for something. Out of the options provided, the word that is nearest in meaning to "grateful" is "thankful." This is because both words convey the idea of feeling or expressing gratitude or appreciation for something that has been done for you. Therefore, the correct answer is "thankful."

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

court

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

country

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The word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letters in "country" is "tongue". Both "country" and "tongue" contain the same vowel sound represented by the letters "ou", pronounced as /ʌ/ sound in English. This sound is a mid-central vowel sound produced by placing the tongue in the middle of the mouth and making a short, relaxed sound. The other options, "around" and "talk", have different vowel sounds. "Around" contains the sound /aʊ/, pronounced as a combination of /a/ and /ʊ/ sounds, while "talk" contains the sound /ɔː/, which is a long version of the /ɒ/ sound. The word "lock" contains the sound /ɒ/, which is a back rounded vowel sound.

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

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The interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence "My aunt's rough driving could make one tear one's hair out" is "get very worried." This means that her driving is so bad that it could cause someone to become very anxious or stressed, to the point where they feel like pulling their own hair out. The phrase "tear one's hair out" is an idiom that means to be extremely frustrated or exasperated.

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_________

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In the interest of peace, it is better to dialogue than to be confrontational. Dialogue means to have a conversation or discussion in a peaceful and cooperative manner, while confrontational means to be aggressive or hostile. So, the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to confrontational and will fit the gap in the sentence is "dialogue."

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

At the last minute, Amidu_______of the plan.

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"Backed out" is the word that best completes the sentence. This means that Amidu withdrew or pulled away from the plan at the last minute. The phrase "backed out" is commonly used to describe someone who decides not to go through with something they previously agreed to.

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.

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 At exactly 4.30 pm, the referee signaled 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 [....73.....] above

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

lolly

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

hurdle

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The word "hurdle" has the vowel sound /ər/. The word that has the same vowel sound is "bird."

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

/tʃ/

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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

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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.

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The word "censored" is the best option to complete the sentence. "Censored" means that something has been removed or blocked because it is considered inappropriate or offensive. In this case, the board has removed certain parts of the film because they contain nudity, making it a good fit for the sentence.

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

truth

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Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

horde

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The word that rhymes with "horde" is "board".

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

I believe he'll be arrested_________

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The best option to complete the sentence is "some day." "Some day" is an idiom that means "at some point in the future." Therefore, the sentence means that the speaker believes the person in question will be arrested at some point in the future. "Many days" and "some days" are similar, but they do not convey the same sense of uncertainty as "some day." "Many days" implies a longer period of time, while "some days" simply means "occasionally." "Many a day" is not a commonly used phrase in English and does not fit in the context of the sentence.

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

litmus

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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

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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_________

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

This is an improvement________ the last report.

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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.

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The word that best completes the sentence is "contracted." "Contracted" is the correct word to use when we talk about getting a disease. It means to become infected with a disease or illness. So when we say "the boy must have contracted the disease from the school," we mean that he likely got the disease from someone or something at the school. The other options do not fit as well in the context of the sentence. "Received" implies that the boy got the disease intentionally or as a gift, which is not the case here. "Taken" is not typically used to describe getting a disease, but rather means to have something with you or to have moved something from one place to another. "Carried" can refer to spreading a disease, but not to getting it in the first place.

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

He offered no explanation,________apology.

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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

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The interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence "He is at the crossroads of his life" is "make a very important decision." The phrase "at the crossroads" is often used to describe a critical juncture or turning point in someone's life, where they must make an important decision that will significantly impact their future. It implies that there are different paths or options that the person can take, and they must choose the one that is best for them. Therefore, it is time for him to make a very important decision.

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

interrogate

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The correct stress for the word "interrogate" is in-TER-ro-gate (option B). Stress refers to the emphasis placed on a syllable when pronouncing a word. In multi-syllabic words, one syllable is usually stressed more than the others. In "interrogate," the stress falls on the second syllable, which is "TER." This is because the word is composed of four syllables, and the stress pattern is generally iambic. An iambic pattern consists of an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable. Therefore, the correct pronunciation of "interrogate" is in-TER-ro-gate, with the main stress on the second syllable.

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

marry

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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__________

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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_________

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The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and correctly fills the gap in the sentence is "brief." Explanation: The sentence is talking about the length of human life. The word "long" is used to describe the life of man, but the speaker suggests that it is not actually long. The word "brief" means short in duration or time, which is the opposite of long. Therefore, "brief" is the best choice for the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "long" and correctly fills the gap in the sentence.

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

kite

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The word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letters in "kite" is "brighter". Both "kite" and "brighter" contain the same long "i" vowel sound, which is represented by the letters "i" and "e" in both words. In "kite", the long "i" sound is produced by the combination of the letters "i" and "e", while in "brighter", it is produced by the letter "i" followed by the letter "e".

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

fashion

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

The culprits_______when we entered the courtroom.

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The sentence "The culprits _______ when we entered the courtroom" suggests that the action of interrogation was happening at the time when the speaker entered the courtroom. Out of the options provided, the only choice that correctly conveys this idea is "were being interrogated." This phrase is in the past continuous tense, which indicates an ongoing action in the past. The option "are being interrogated" suggests that the action is happening currently, which does not match the past tense of the sentence. The option "will be interrogated" suggests that the action will happen in the future, which also does not match the past tense of the sentence. Finally, the option "would be interrogated" is in the conditional mood, which suggests that the action is dependent on a hypothetical situation that is not presented in the sentence. Therefore, it is not a suitable choice to complete the sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is "were being interrogated."

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

His jail terms are to run concurrently.

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The word that is nearest in meaning to "concurrently" is "simultaneously." In the context of the sentence, "concurrently" means that the jail terms will be served at the same time. This is similar in meaning to "simultaneously," which means happening at the same time. The other options do not fit the meaning of the sentence. "Consistently" means constantly or regularly, "alternately" means switching back and forth between two things, and "consecutively" means one after another, which is the opposite of what is meant in the sentence.

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.

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The word with a different stress pattern is "convalesce." Explanation: In English, the stress pattern of a word is the emphasis placed on one syllable over the others. For example, in the word "prevalent," the stress is on the second syllable (PREV-a-lent). Similarly, the stress in "circumstance" is on the first syllable (CIR-cum-stance), and in "relegate," it's on the second syllable (REL-e-gate). However, in "convalesce," the stress falls on the second-to-last syllable (con-va-LESCE). This means that it has a different stress pattern compared to the other words listed, which have the stress on the syllable before the last one. Example: I hope my grandma will convalesce quickly after her surgery.

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

My phone is superior________yours.

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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

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The interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence "You will certainly break his heart if you tell him that" is "make him very sad". The phrase "break his heart" is an idiomatic expression used to convey extreme emotional distress or sadness. Therefore, telling him whatever it is that is being referred to in the sentence would cause him great sadness.

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.

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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.

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The word that best completes the sentence is "nullified". "Nullified" means to cancel or make void, which fits the context of the sentence where the Supreme Court is reversing the ruling of the lower court. This means that the decision made by the lower court is no longer valid and has been cancelled by the higher court.

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.

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

/ia/

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

diesel

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

wretch

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The word "wretch" has the same vowel sound as the word "welter". The vowel sound in "wretch" can be pronounced as "eh" and the vowel sound in "welter" is also pronounced as "eh". Both words have the same short "e" sound in their first syllable.

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

The holiday came to an end all_________soon.

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The word that best completes the sentence is "too". "Too" means "to a greater extent than is desirable or appropriate". In this sentence, "too soon" means that the holiday ended sooner than expected or desired.

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

apron

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The consonant sound represented by the underlined letters in "apron" is /p/. The word that has the same consonant sound is "print." Both words start with the same consonant sound /p/.

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.

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

You can apply if you agree_______their terms.

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The word or group of words that best completes the sentence is "to". The sentence means that you can apply for something if you agree to the terms that have been set, and the word "to" correctly expresses this idea.

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

flout

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The word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letters in "flout" is "plough". The vowel sound in "flout" is pronounced as /aʊ/ which is a diphthong made up of two vowel sounds - /a/ and /ʊ/. The word "plough" also contains the same diphthong /aʊ/ in its pronunciation. Therefore, "plough" has the same vowel sound as the underlined letters in "flout".

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

Investigations revealed that the senior students__________ the juniors to throw stones at the Principal's car.

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The correct word that best completes the sentence is "instigated." To "instigate" means to encourage or provoke someone to do something, usually something negative or harmful. In this sentence, the investigations revealed that the senior students encouraged or provoked the juniors to throw stones at the Principal's car. Therefore, "instigated" is the appropriate word to use here. The other options do not fit in the sentence context as well. "Infuriated" means to make someone extremely angry, which does not make sense in this sentence. "Integrated" means to combine or bring together, which is not relevant to the situation described in the sentence. "Instituted" means to establish or put into place, which is also not applicable in this context.

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

The trader tried to cash in________the customer's ignorance.

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Choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

message

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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

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

bawl

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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.

DORIS is a meticulous worker.

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

dream