Practice waec model questions vol1 english_language 2025 Past Questions

Question 1 View Details

Write an article discussing the impact of social media on youth culture. In your article, explore both the positive and negative effects, and provide examples to support your points. Conclude with your personal opinion on whether social media is more beneficial or harmful to young people.

Correct A. The article should reflect a nuanced understanding of the topic, presenting both sides effectively and concluding with a personal opinion.

B. The article should focus solely on the negative effects of social media without acknowledging any positive aspects.

C. The article must include at least five examples of social media platforms, regardless of their relevance to youth culture.

D. The article should conclude with a definitive statement that social media is entirely harmful to young people.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2 View Details

Write a narrative that begins with the sentence: 'It was a stormy night, and I could hear the thunder rumbling in the distance.' Develop the story by introducing a conflict that the protagonist must face, and ensure that the resolution is satisfying and ties back to the beginning.

A. The narrative should start with a sunny day and focus on a picnic instead of a stormy night.

B. The resolution should leave the reader with unanswered questions and no connection to the beginning.

Correct C. The narrative should effectively engage the reader, develop a clear conflict, and provide a resolution that connects back to the opening sentence.

D. The story must introduce multiple conflicts that are unrelated to the protagonist's journey.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3 View Details

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'The teacher asked the students to be more ______ in their approach to problem-solving.' Options: A) creative B) creatively C) create D) creation.

Correct A. A) creative

B. B) creatively

C. C) create

D. D) creation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4 View Details

Identify the phonetic transcription for the word 'thought' from the following options: A) /θɔt/ B) /θɔtʃ/ C) /θɔtɪŋ/ D) /θɔtʊ/.

A. C) \/θɔtɪŋ\/

B. B) \/θɔtʃ\/

C. D) \/θɔtʊ\/

Correct D. A) /θɔt/

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5 View Details

Write a speech addressing the importance of environmental conservation. In your speech, highlight key issues such as climate change, deforestation, and pollution. Use persuasive language to encourage your audience to take action, and conclude with a call to action.

A. The speech should emphasize the benefits of pollution for industrial development.

Correct B. The speech should effectively convey the urgency of environmental issues and inspire the audience to take meaningful action.

C. The speech should encourage the audience to ignore climate change and its effects.

D. The speech should focus solely on economic growth without addressing environmental issues.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6 View Details

Write a report on the impact of social media on the academic performance of students in your school. Include sections on the introduction, findings, and recommendations.

A. A report that only focuses on negative impacts without any introduction, findings, or recommendations.

B. An informal discussion that lacks a structured introduction, findings, and clear recommendations.

Correct C. A comprehensive report that includes an introduction, findings based on data collection, and actionable recommendations.

D. A brief summary that includes an introduction, vague findings, and no recommendations.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7 View Details

During a debate, a participant argued that technology has more negative effects than positive effects on communication. What strategies can be employed to effectively counter this argument?

A. Emphasize the drawbacks of technology, present misleading statistics, and neglect to acknowledge any benefits.

B. Provide irrelevant anecdotes, avoid statistics, and only mention drawbacks without counterarguments.

Correct C. Highlight positive aspects of technology, provide supporting statistics, and acknowledge drawbacks while emphasizing benefits.

D. Focus on the negative aspects of technology, ignore supporting statistics, and dismiss benefits.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8 View Details

Choose an idiomatic expression that relates to perseverance and explain its meaning in the context of overcoming challenges.

A. 'When the going gets easy, the tough relax' - it suggests that strong individuals take a break during easy times.

B. 'When the going gets tough, the weak give up' - it means that weak individuals avoid challenges.

Correct C. 'When the going gets tough, the tough get going' - it means strong individuals face challenges head-on with resilience.

D. 'When the going gets tough, the tough complain' - it implies that strong individuals express dissatisfaction instead of acting.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9 View Details

Complete the following sentence: 'Despite the numerous challenges faced by students, they continue to strive for excellence, proving that ____.'

A. 'luck is all that matters.'

B. 'giving up is the best option.'

Correct C. 'hard work pays off.'

D. 'failure is inevitable.'

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10 View Details

Write an article discussing the importance of environmental conservation and the role individuals can play in protecting the environment. Include examples and actionable steps.

Correct A. An article that discusses the significance of environmental conservation, examples of issues, and actionable steps individuals can take.

B. An article that examines the challenges of urbanization, examples of city planning issues, and suggestions for government policies.

C. An article that focuses on the history of environmental movements, examples of past protests, and the role of celebrities in raising awareness.

D. An article that highlights the benefits of industrial development, examples of economic growth, and steps for businesses to maximize profits.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11 View Details

Write a debate speech arguing for or against the motion: 'Social media does more harm than good.' Your speech should include at least three main points supported by evidence and examples. Additionally, address potential counterarguments and provide a strong conclusion.

A. A debate speech that includes irrelevant information and does not follow the motion being discussed.

B. A poorly structured debate speech that lacks clear arguments and fails to address counterarguments.

C. A debate speech that only presents one side of the argument without supporting points or a conclusion.

Correct D. A well-structured debate speech that effectively argues for or against the motion with supporting points, counterarguments, and a strong conclusion.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12 View Details

Write a narrative that begins with the sentence: 'As the sun set behind the hills, I realized that this was the moment I had been waiting for.' Your story should include a conflict, character development, and a resolution, and it should be at least 300 words long.

A. A narrative that begins with a different sentence and lacks conflict or character development.

Correct B. A narrative that effectively uses the opening sentence to develop a story with conflict, character growth, and a resolution, totaling at least 300 words.

C. A narrative that fails to connect the opening sentence to the overall plot and character growth.

D. A story that is under 300 words and does not resolve the conflict presented.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13 View Details

Describe a memorable event in your life that taught you an important lesson. Your description should include sensory details, emotions, and reflections on how this event has influenced your life. Aim for at least 250 words.

A. An account of a trivial event that does not include reflections on lessons learned, totaling at least 250 words.

Correct B. A descriptive account of a significant life event that includes sensory details, emotional responses, and reflections on the lesson learned, totaling at least 250 words.

C. A narrative about a significant life event that includes sensory details but no emotional responses or reflections, totaling at least 250 words.

D. A brief summary of a life event that lacks sensory details and emotional responses, totaling less than 250 words.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14 View Details

Write a report on the impact of climate change on local agriculture in your community. Your report should include an introduction, findings based on research or observations, and recommendations for addressing the challenges faced by farmers. Aim for at least 400 words.

A. A detailed report on climate change that discusses unrelated topics and does not address local agriculture, totaling at least 400 words.

B. A report focusing solely on the benefits of climate change for farmers, including no findings or actionable recommendations, totaling at least 400 words.

C. A short report on the effects of climate change on local agriculture that lacks an introduction and recommendations, totaling less than 400 words.

Correct D. A comprehensive report detailing the effects of climate change on local agriculture, including an introduction, findings, and actionable recommendations, totaling at least 400 words.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15 View Details

Complete the following cloze test by filling in the blanks with appropriate words: 'The __________ of the city was evident in the __________ of its streets, where __________ and __________ coexisted in a delicate balance.' Use context clues to determine the best words to fill in the blanks.

A. The monotony of the city was evident in the uniformity of its streets, where chaos and order coexisted in a delicate balance.

Correct B. The vibrancy of the city was evident in the diversity of its streets, where tradition and modernity coexisted in a delicate balance.

C. The emptiness of the city was evident in the sterility of its streets, where noise and silence coexisted in a delicate balance.

D. The dullness of the city was evident in the simplicity of its streets, where past and future coexisted in a delicate balance.

Correct Answer: B

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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. Simile

Correct B. Personification

C. Metaphor

D. Alliteration

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17 View Details

During a conversation, a speaker uses the phrase 'It's raining cats and dogs' to describe heavy rain. What type of oral English technique is being employed here? Discuss its effectiveness.

Correct A. Idiomatic expression

B. Hyperbole

C. Colloquialism

D. Literal expression

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18 View Details

In a speech, a speaker states, 'We must not only strive for success but also ensure that our journey is meaningful.' What rhetorical device is being used here? Analyze its impact on the audience.

Correct A. Antithesis

B. Hyperbole

C. Alliteration

D. Metaphor

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19 View Details

Write a debate argument for the motion: 'Social media does more harm than good.' Your argument should include at least three supporting points and address a counterargument.

Correct A. Social media does more harm than good due to mental health issues, misinformation, and privacy concerns.

B. Social media enhances communication, promotes creativity, and fosters community.

C. Social media is essential for business growth, networking, and information sharing.

D. Social media provides a platform for free speech, education, and social movements.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20 View Details

Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence: 'Neither the teacher nor the students _____ ready for the exam.'

A. was

B. were

C. is

Correct D. are

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21 View Details

Write a formal letter to the principal of your school requesting permission to organize a charity event. Include details about the purpose of the event, the proposed date, and how the funds will be used.

A. A brief email asking for permission to hold a social gathering without mentioning the charity aspect.

B. A poorly written informal note requesting permission for a charity event, lacking essential details.

Correct C. A well-structured formal letter requesting permission for a charity event, including all necessary details.

D. A casual text message to the principal about organizing a fun day with no specifics on the event.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22 View Details

Choose the correct synonym for the word 'happy' from the options below: 1) Sad 2) Joyful 3) Angry 4) Tired.

A. Sad

Correct B. Joyful

C. Tired

D. Angry

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23 View Details

What does the idiomatic expression 'to break the ice' mean? 1) To start a conversation in a social setting 2) To physically break ice 3) To end a relationship 4) To make someone feel uncomfortable.

A. To make a situation worse

B. To avoid social interactions

C. To create tension in a group

Correct D. To start a conversation in a social setting

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24 View Details

Select the antonym of the word 'difficult' from the following options: 1) Hard 2) Easy 3) Complicated 4) Challenging.

A. Complex

B. Demanding

Correct C. Easy

D. Tough

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25 View Details

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows: 'The sun was setting, casting a golden hue over the landscape. Birds chirped melodiously as they returned to their nests. It was a peaceful evening.' What mood does the passage convey?

A. Melancholic

Correct B. Peaceful

C. Anxious

D. Chaotic

Correct Answer: B

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