Practice waec model questions vol1 english_language 2020 Past Questions

Question 1 View Details

Write a report on the impact of social media on the academic performance of students in your school. Include sections on the advantages and disadvantages, and provide recommendations for responsible use.

Correct A. A comprehensive report that discusses both the positive and negative impacts of social media on students' academic performance, along with practical recommendations.

B. A brief overview that only mentions the advantages of social media without addressing its disadvantages.

C. An incomplete report that focuses solely on the negative impacts of social media on students' academic performance.

D. A report that provides irrelevant information about social media trends without any recommendations.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2 View Details

Describe a memorable event in your life that taught you an important lesson. Use vivid language and sensory details to engage the reader.

A. A narrative that describes an event but lacks any sensory details or emotional engagement.

B. A vague description of a memorable event that does not clearly articulate the lesson learned.

Correct C. A well-structured narrative that vividly describes a personal event and articulates the lesson learned, using rich sensory details.

D. A simple recounting of a daily routine that fails to convey any significant lesson learned.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3 View Details

Write a short story that begins with the sentence: 'As the sun set behind the mountains, I realized I was not alone.' Develop the plot with a twist ending.

Correct A. A compelling short story that effectively uses the opening line, builds suspense, and concludes with a surprising twist.

B. A short story that begins with the sentence, 'As the sun rose over the ocean, I felt a sense of peace.'

C. An engaging story that opens with 'As the sun set behind the mountains, I found a lost puppy.'

D. A narrative that starts with 'As the sun set behind the trees, I discovered a hidden treasure.'

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4 View Details

Identify the grammatical error in the following sentence: 'Each of the students have submitted their assignments on time.' Explain the correction.

A. The corrected sentence is 'Each of the students have submitted their assignment on time.'

B. The corrected sentence is 'Each of the student has submitted their assignments on time.'

C. The corrected sentence is 'All of the students have submitted their assignments on time.'

Correct D. The corrected sentence is 'Each of the students has submitted their assignments on time.'

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5 View Details

Complete the following sentence with an appropriate phrase: 'Despite the heavy rain, the event was a success because...'

A. Despite the heavy rain, the event was a success because the food was delicious and plentiful.

B. Despite the heavy rain, the event was a success because the speakers were well-known and engaging.

Correct C. Despite the heavy rain, the event was a success because the organizers had made adequate preparations and the attendees were enthusiastic.

D. Despite the heavy rain, the event was a success because the venue was large enough to accommodate everyone comfortably.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6 View Details

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: The teacher's explanation was so __________ that all the students understood the complex topic easily.

Correct A. clear

B. vague

C. ambiguous

D. confusing

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7 View Details

Identify the phonetic transcription of the word 'thought' from the following options: A) /θɔt/ B) /θɔt/ C) /θɔːt/ D) /θɔtʰ/

Correct A. /θɔːt/

B. \/θɔːd\/

C. \/θɔt\/

D. \/θɔtʰ\/

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8 View Details

Write a short narrative about a time you faced a challenge and how you overcame it. Your narrative should include at least three key events and a resolution.

Correct A. A well-structured narrative with three events and a resolution.

B. A narrative that includes four events and an unclear resolution.

C. A poorly structured narrative with two events and no resolution.

D. A brief summary with three events but lacking a resolution.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9 View Details

Select the sentence that is grammatically correct: A) She don't like apples. B) He doesn't likes bananas. C) They doesn't have any money. D) We don't have enough time.

A. They don't has any money.

B. He don't like bananas.

C. She doesn't like apples.

Correct D. We don't have enough time.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10 View Details

Compose a narrative that begins with the sentence: 'It was a stormy night, and I was home alone.' Include at least two conflicts and a resolution in your story.

A. A poorly structured narrative with multiple unrelated events.

Correct B. A well-structured narrative with two conflicts and a resolution.

C. A narrative with only one conflict and no resolution.

D. A narrative that ends without any conflicts or resolutions.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11 View Details

Write an article discussing the impact of social media on youth culture. Include at least three specific examples to illustrate your points, and consider both positive and negative effects. Your article should be structured with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Correct A. An article discussing the impact of social media on youth culture, including both positive and negative effects, structured with an introduction, body, and conclusion.

B. An article analyzing the historical development of social media, including only negative effects, structured with an introduction, body, and conclusion.

C. An article exploring the impact of social media on adult culture, including both positive and negative effects, structured with an introduction, body, and conclusion.

D. An article discussing the role of social media in business marketing, focusing solely on positive effects, structured with an introduction, body, and conclusion.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12 View Details

Write a speech that addresses the importance of environmental conservation in your community. Your speech should include a call to action, encouraging your audience to participate in local conservation efforts. Use persuasive language and at least two examples of local environmental issues to support your argument.

A. A speech discussing the importance of environmental conservation in global contexts, including a call to action for international cooperation.

Correct B. A speech addressing the importance of environmental conservation, including local issues and a call to action for community involvement.

C. A speech addressing the importance of recycling in schools, including local issues and a call to action for student involvement.

D. A speech highlighting the significance of economic growth over environmental conservation, including a call to action for business investments.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13 View Details

Identify and explain three different figures of speech used in poetry. Provide examples for each figure of speech and discuss their effects on the reader's understanding of the poem.

Correct A. Three figures of speech such as metaphor, simile, and personification, with examples and explanations of their effects on poetry.

B. Three figures of speech such as alliteration, hyperbole, and onomatopoeia, with examples and explanations of their effects on poetry.

C. Three figures of speech such as assonance, enjambment, and imagery, with examples and explanations of their effects on poetry.

D. Three figures of speech such as irony, oxymoron, and symbolism, with examples and explanations of their effects on poetry.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14 View Details

Choose the correct word to fill in the blank: 'The teacher was very _______ in explaining the complex topic, making it easier for the students to understand.' (Options: a) ambiguous, b) clear, c) vague, d) confusing)

A. d) confusing

B. a) ambiguous

C. c) vague

Correct D. b) clear

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15 View Details

Write an article on the significance of cultural heritage in modern society. Discuss how preserving cultural heritage can influence identity and community cohesion. Include at least two examples of cultural practices that have been preserved and their impact on society.

Correct A. An article discussing the significance of cultural heritage, its influence on identity and community cohesion, with examples of preserved practices.

B. An article exploring the technological advancements in preserving cultural heritage, with examples of digital practices.

C. An article critiquing the relevance of cultural heritage, its impact on globalization, with examples of lost practices.

D. An article analyzing the economic benefits of cultural heritage, its role in tourism, with examples of commercialized practices.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16 View Details

Identify the figure of speech used in the following sentence: 'The wind whispered through the trees.' Explain your reasoning.

A. metaphor

Correct B. personification

C. hyperbole

D. simile

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17 View Details

What does the idiomatic expression 'to break the ice' mean? Provide an example of its use in a sentence.

A. 'to end a conversation; to create tension'

Correct B. 'to initiate conversation; to relieve tension'

C. 'to start a fight; to escalate conflict'

D. 'to ignore someone; to avoid interaction'

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18 View Details

Write a formal letter to the principal of your school requesting permission to organize a cultural day event. Include the purpose of the event, proposed date, and how it will benefit the school community.

A. A casual email asking for permission to hold a cultural day event.

Correct B. A well-structured formal letter requesting permission for a cultural day event.

C. A brief note suggesting a cultural day event without details.

D. An informal message expressing interest in organizing a cultural day event.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19 View Details

Explain the meaning of the idiomatic expression 'to hit the nail on the head' and provide a context in which it can be used.

A. 'to avoid addressing the main issue'

B. 'to make a mistake in understanding a situation'

C. 'to overlook the details of a problem'

Correct D. 'to describe exactly what is causing a situation'

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20 View Details

Draft a letter to a friend inviting them to your birthday party. Include details about the date, time, location, and activities planned for the day.

Correct A. A well-structured informal letter inviting a friend to a birthday party.

B. An email detailing a friend's wedding invitation with no date or time.

C. A postcard describing a vacation trip without any personal touch.

D. A formal letter requesting a friend to attend a business meeting.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21 View Details

Write a narrative essay that describes a significant event in your life. Focus on the emotions you felt during this event and how it has shaped your perspective on life. Ensure to include vivid descriptions and reflections.

A. A narrative essay that lists significant life events without emotional depth or reflective insights.

B. A narrative essay that focuses solely on the facts of a significant event without any personal emotions or insights.

Correct C. A narrative essay that effectively captures a significant life event with emotional depth and reflective insights.

D. A narrative essay that describes a fictional event with minimal emotional engagement and no reflections.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22 View Details

Write a speech addressing your peers about the importance of environmental conservation. Include statistics to support your points, and suggest practical steps that individuals can take to contribute to this cause.

A. A speech that discusses environmental conservation without any statistics or practical suggestions.

Correct B. A persuasive speech that effectively communicates the importance of environmental conservation with supporting statistics and practical suggestions.

C. A persuasive speech that emphasizes the importance of environmental conservation but lacks supporting evidence.

D. A speech that addresses environmental issues without suggesting any actionable steps for individuals.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23 View Details

Identify and explain three different figures of speech used in the following excerpt: 'The wind whispered through the trees, and the stars danced in the night sky.' Discuss the effect of each figure of speech on the overall meaning of the excerpt.

A. Metaphor, irony, and symbolism obscure the overall meaning of the excerpt.

B. Oxymoron, personification, and allusion complicate the clarity of the excerpt.

C. Alliteration, simile, and hyperbole diminish the emotional and visual impact of the excerpt.

Correct D. Personification, metaphor, and imagery enhance the emotional and visual impact of the excerpt.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24 View Details

Complete the following passage by filling in the blanks with appropriate words: 'In the heart of the city, there was a _______ park where children played and _______ birds sang. The sun shone _______ on the green grass, creating a _______ atmosphere for everyone.'

A. crowded, joyful, softly, chaotic

B. dull, silent, dimly, tense

C. barren, lonely, harshly, stressful

Correct D. beautiful, cheerful, brightly, peaceful

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25 View Details

Describe a place that holds special significance to you. Use sensory details to paint a vivid picture of this place, and explain why it is meaningful to you.

A. A narrative essay that focuses on a fictional place without sensory details or personal connection.

B. An analytical essay that critiques the significance of a place without personal reflection or sensory details.

C. A summary of a significant place that lacks descriptive language and emotional depth.

Correct D. A descriptive essay that effectively captures the essence of a significant place through sensory details and personal reflection.

Correct Answer: D

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