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150+ WAEC English Essay Past Questions (PDF)

Discover both the oldest and the latest WAEC English essay past questions in this mega list.

Are you a teacher or student of High School English Language? This collection of past questions on WAEC English composition will be of great help to you.

Old WAEC English essay past questions from “ancient” times like 1997 or 2002 are no longer relevant. Right?

Past questions are past questions. Trust WAEC to, at any time, repeat word for word some of their past questions from either distant years in the past or from a relatively recent year.

Sometimes too, all the WAEC examiners do is to slightly modify the wording of the same English Language essay past question. Then they present it to you as if it were completely new.

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This is why the smartest students who keep getting the best WAEC/NECO/JAMB grades for essay writing are the ones who spend quality time studying and practicing WAEC English essay past questions. They and their teachers don’t really care whether the WAEC past essay question is coming from 1990 or 2020.

Because the ideas have always been the same. The aspects of life on which the examiners base their WAEC English essay past questions remain almost unchanged.

In another post on this site, I share with you the secrets behind how the guys at WAEC set their essay questions.

Trust me, the smartest move to make, as you prepare for the English or any other General Arts essay paper, is to study and practice as many WAEC past essay questions as possible.

The results have always proven this strategy to be very effective. So this approach can work the magic for you too.

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WAEC/NECO SSCE/ WASSCE/ GCE ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMPOSITION PAST QUESTIONS

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NOVEMBER 1997

1.   Your close friend missed an interesting event that took place in your school when he was on admission at the hospital. Write a letter to him describing what happened.

2.   Armed robbery has become rampant in your locality. Write a letter to your Member of Parliament giving at least three reasons for this state of affairs and suggesting ways of solving the problem.

3.   As the out-going sports prefect write a report for publication in your school magazine on sporting activities during your term of office.

4.   As the principal speaker at an inter-school debate, write your contribution for or against the motion. ”The youth of today have more opportunities than their predecessors.”

5.   Describe a political rally you recently attended.

6.   Write a story, which ends with, “One gets such an opportunity once in a lifetime.”

NOVEMBER 1998

1. Your friend has written to tell you that he has decided to learn a trade after his senior secondary school course. Write a reply to him giving at least three reasons why you support or disagree with his decision.

2.  Examination malpractice has become rampant in schools in your country. Write a letter to the Minister of Education discussing at least three causes of this problem and suggesting ways of solving it.

3.  As part of the activities of the 40 th  Independence Anniversary Celebration of Ghana, the Ministry of Education is organizing an essay competition on the topic Ghana’s Independence: a blessing or a curse? Write your entry.

4.  Describe a schoolmate you would nominate as “The Best Student of the Year.”

5.  As the principal speaker at an inter-school debate, write your contribution for or against the motion: ”Money and possessions do not necessarily bring happiness.’

6.  Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic “The problems of street children and how to solve them.

    NOVEMBER 1999

 1.  Your pen pal has written to inform you that he will like to pay you a one-week visit in your country. Write a reply stating the programme you have drawn up to cover the visit.

 2.  Your school is celebrating its speech and Prize Giving Day. As the school prefect, you have been asked to give a speech on the topic: The achievements of my school in the last academic year. Write your speech.

 3.  You were standing at a bus stop when two taxis collided. The drivers got out of their cars and after a heated argument, a fight ensued. Write a description of the incident.

 4.  As the principal speaker in a debate, write your contribution for or against the topic: The disabled can make a meaningful contribution to national development.

  5.  You have been asked to give a talk to a group of foreign tourists on the role of traditional healers in your area. Write out your speech.

NOVEMBER 2000

1. Write a letter to a friend in another school giving at least three reasons why you support the establishment of private Universities in the Country

2. You are totally opposed to corporal punishment in your school though your teachers administer it. Write a letter to the District Director of Education, suggesting at least three better ways of punishing students.

3. As the principal speaker at an inter-school debate, write your contribution for  or against  the motion: we do not need the extended family in a changing Ghanaian society.

4. Write a story entitled “The Haunted House”.

5. The national Commission on Culture (NCC) is organizing an essay competition on the topic, the installation of a chief in Ghanaian society. Write your entry, using your traditional area as a reference.

  • You are a speaker in a debate on the topic: Official visits abroad by a Head of state are beneficial to a country. Write out your speech for  or  against  the motion.
  • Write a story ending…… It was not a pleasant experience.
  • The rate at which teenage girls are becoming pregnant is alarming. Write a letter to the editor of a national newspaper discussing at least three factors responsible for this problem and suggesting solutions.
  • Your school is celebrating its silver jubilee. As the current school prefect, write the speech you will deliver, outlining the achievements of your school, the problems you encounter as students and your hopes for the future.
  • You have returned to your hometown after a long absence. Describe at least three changes you have noticed and their effects on the lives of your people.

NOVEMBER 2001

  • Your elder brother living abroad has alleged that the youth in your area are unemployed because they are lazy. Write a letter to him giving at least three reasons why you disagree.
  • Write a speech to be delivered during the Minister of communication’s visit to your school, giving reasons why you need an FM radio station in your area.
  • As the out- going Dining Hall Prefect, write a report on your tenure of office.
  • The Ministry of Education is organizing an essay competition on the topic: “Music should be made a core subject in the senior secondary school”. Write your entry.
  • Describe in detail a memorable occasion during which an eminent personality in your town was honoured
  • There has been an upsurge in AIDS cases in your country recently. Write a letter to the Minister of Health discussing the issue and suggesting at least three ways by which the disease can be prevented.
  • You have accompanied your father on his transfer to a new town. Describe this new environment, stating what you like or dislike about it
  • Write a story that illustrates the saying “ Birds of the same feather flock together”
  • Some people argue that rapists should be executed. In an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper, express your opinion on this controversy.
  • Your school is organizing a debate on the motion: “The media have done the society more harm than good”. As a principal speaker, write your contribution for  or against  the motion.

NOVEMBER 2002

  • Write an article, suitable for publication in a national newspaper, on the topic: The changes I would like to see in my country.
  • Your sister is separated from her husband leaving you and her children with their father. Write a letter to her pleading that she should return, giving at least three reasons why she should.
  • Write a story to illustrate the saying, Experience is the best teacher
  • The Chief Executive of your district has failed to fulfill his/her promises to develop your town. As a delegate of your youth club, write out the speech you would deliver at a meeting of the District Assembly complaining about at least two of such unfulfilled promises, and stating the effects of the failure to do so.
  • You are speaker in a school debate on the topic: Our elders may no longer be active but they are still very useful to our society. Write your contribution for  or against  the motion.
  • Write a story beginning: It is great to be young”.
  • To commemorate your school’s 20 th  Anniversary, you have been invited to contribute to a debate on the motion: Ghana should continue to borrow money for development. Write your speech for  or against  the motion.
  • The head of your school is going on retirement. Write out the speech you would deliver as the school prefect at the farewell party organized for him
  • The Ministry of Transport in your county is organizing an essay competition on the topic: the bicycle a very useful means of transport. Write your entry.
  • Write a letter to the chairman of the Board of Governors of your school describing an alarming situation in the school. Give at least three reasons why immediate action should be taken to put things right.

NOVEMBER 2003

  • Write a letter to a friend who lives in a neighboring country, explaining why you like or dislike certain advertisements on you local radio.
  • You spent your last holidays with a friend in another part of the country. Describe what you saw and experienced, stating the effects they have had on you.
  • Write an article for publication in a national newspaper, on the topic: Some of our customs and traditions must be maintained.
  • Write a story to illustrate the saying: “Once bitten, twice shy”
  • You are a speaker in a debate on the topic: Drivers should be blamed for the accidents on our roads. Write your speech for  or against  the motion.
  • As the school prefect, write a letter to the newly-appointed Headmaster congratulating him and stating at least three urgent needs of the school.
  • A foreign magazine is organizing an essay competition among secondary school students on the topic: The virtues of traditional foods. Write your entry.
  • As part of a campaign to increase the number of students in your school, your Headmaster has asked you as School prefect to convince a gathering of junior secondary school pupils in your district to choose your school. Write the speech you would deliver
  • You are a speaker in a school debate on the topic; in a developing country, it is more useful to study science than business.
  • Narrate a story, which illustrates the saying, “Look before you leap”

NOVEMBER 2004

  • In an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper, discuss why capital punishment should not be abolished in the country.
  • You are a speaker in a debate on the topic: Abstaining from sex is the best way to avoid HIV/AIDS. Write your speech for  or against  the motion
  • In a letter to a pen-friend abroad narrate an event that has had a far-reaching effect on your country.
  • Write a story to illustrate the proverb: Make hay while the sun shines.
  • You want to be elected School Prefect. Write the speech that will persuade the students to vote for you.

1. Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper advocating the use of a Ghanaian Language as the lingua franca of your country.

2. You have been invited by the police as an eyewitness to a brawl between two factions in a dispute. Write a report stating exactly what you saw.

3. As Senior Prefect of your school, write a speech to be delivered at a youth forum on the prevention of drug abuse among students.

4. You are the main speaker in an inter-school debate on the topic: Science is the greatest threat to life in the world. Write out your contribution for or against the motion.

5. The parent-teacher association of your school has decided to introduce a new school uniform. Write a letter to the Chairman giving at least three reasons why you disagree.

NOVEMBER 2005

1. You are a speaker in a debate on the topic: Discipline is the key to good academic performance.  Write your speech for  or against  the motion.

2. The Ghana Tourist Board is organizing an essay competition on: The need to improve tourism in the country.  Write your entry.

3. Write a story that illustrates the saying: All that glitters is not gold .

4. There has been an increase in motor accidents recently. Write to the Chairman of the National Road Safety Committee stating the causes and suggesting measures to prevent these accidents.

5. You are unhappy about the unsanitary conditions in your area. Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper, in which you explain the causes and suggest ways of improving sanitation.

NOVEMBER 2007

1. Insufficient student accommodation in tertiary institutions affects admissions each year.  . Write an article for publication in a national newspaper discussing this problem and suggesting at least three ways of solving it.

2. You are a speaker in a debate on the topic: traditional rulers have no place in a modern democratic nation. Write your speech for  or against  the motion.

3. Your year group has been on an educational tour of one of the regions of the country. Describe to your friends your impressions of the tour.

4. There was a disagreement between your class and one of the teachers. As the class prefect, write a report to the head of your school on the incident.

5. Two of your brothers had a bitter quarrel just before you left home for the boarding school. Write a letter to your father pointing out where both were at fault and requesting him to intervene.

1. Write an article suitable for publication in an international magazine on the topic: The problems associated with environmental pollution and suggested solutions.

2. You are the principal speaker in a debate on the motion: the national health insurance policy can solve all the health problems of the country. Write your arguments for or against the motion.

3. In recent times there have been protests over poor conditions of service for workers. Write a letter to the minister of employment identifying three areas where you think the government should make efforts to bring more prosperity to workers.

4. Write a story ending with the statement: As you can see circumstances beyond my control compelled me to do such a thing.

5. You recently participated in a local festival. Write a letter to your pen pal describing three exciting experiences which you had during the festival.

  • Write a letter to the headmaster of your school suggesting what can be done to reduce the spate of indiscipline among the students of your school in response to a request by the school authorities.
  • Write a letter to your elder brother in Europe or America telling him about what you want to do after leaving school and why. You may also ask for his advice.
  • Write an account of an exciting trip you made to one of the principal towns in your country where you spent a week with your best friend and his or her family. Your piece should be suitable for publication in your school magazine.
  • The Students’ Union of your district is organizing a symposium on the need to plant trees. Write the speech you would give.
  • Describe what happened during and after a natural disaster that you have experienced or heard about, for publication in one of your local newspapers.

NOVEMBER 2009(A)

1. Write an article for publication in a cultural magazine on what traditional rulers should do to promote peaceful co-existence in their communities.

2. The members of the old students association of your school have expressed the desire to offer assistance to the school. As senior prefect, write a letter to its president identifying three areas where the school needs immediate help.

3. Write a story ending with the statement: We forgot the past and became friends once more.

4. The ministry of agriculture is organizing an essay competition on the topic: every senior high school must have a school farm. Write your entry.

5. You are the principal speaker in a debate on the motion: inter-school sports and games promote friendship and unity among students . Write your speech for or against the motion.

NOVEMBER 2009(B)

1. You are the principal speaker in a debate on the motion: living overseas has more advantages than living in your own country. Write your arguments for or against the motion.

2. Write an article for publication in a national newspaper discussing at least three measures which your community has taken to bring development to your area.

3. Write a letter to your friend who is coming to live in your area informing him about the advantages of living there and the risks he is likely to encounter.

4. The national commission for civic education hopes to make people aware of their responsibilities as good citizens of the country. Write a letter to the chairman expressing your views on what should be done to achieve this noble objective.

5. Write a story that ends with the expression: caught red-handed .

NOVEMBER 2010

1.     As the sports prefect of your school, write a letter to the Chairman of your school’s board of Governors, giving at least three  reasons why you think games and sports should be given more encouragement in schools.

2.    Your friend intends to transfer to your school. Write a letter to him/her telling him/her about the facilities in your school which help students to achieve their goals.

3.    You are the principal speaker in a debate on the motion: Advertisements are no longer useful . Write your arguments for  or against  the motion.

4.    Various concerns have been raised about the security situation in your area. As a concerned citizen, write an article for publication in one of your national newspapers expressing your views on the matter

5.   Write a story ending with the expression:

        We regretted venturing into it.

NOVEMBER 2011

  • You took part in an excursion organized by the wildlife club of your school. Give a vivid account of your experience.
  • Your school will soon celebrate its speech and prize-giving day. As the senior prefect of the school, write the speech you will deliver on that occasion
  • There has been an outpouring of criticism against the Head of your school. You think that some of these criticisms are rather insulting. Write an article for publication in your school magazine expressing your views on the matter.
  • Write a story that ends with the following words: The man stood there for a long time, holding his jaw in his left hand.
  • Your friend is attending school in a different part of your country. Write a letter to him telling him about three things which have made your school famous

MAY/JUNE 2012

1 . Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic:

    Tourism can be of great benefit to the country and should be encourage by the government.

2. Writ e a letter to the minister of education, suggesting three waysofmakingpublic secondary   schools in deprive communities more attractive to students.

3 . Write a letter to your friend in another school recounting the experiences you went through when you visited the city for the first time.

4 . Write a story that ends with the words:

     That experience was one of the best things that ever happened to me.

5. The social Life Club of your school is organizing a symposium on the topic:

     The role of the youth in a rapidly changing society. As a speaker, Write your speech.

NOVEMBER 2012

1 . Your uncle who has been living abroad for the past twenty years suddenly arrived home for Christmas. Write a letter to your friend, telling him/her how much your uncle’s visit made your Christmas enjoyable.

2. Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic: The indiscipline of drivers on the road.

3. Write a story that illustrates the saying: One good turn deserves another.

4. You are the principal speaker in a debate on the motion: Tribal associations should not be allowed in public secondary schools . Write your speech for or against the motion.

5. As a youth leader in your community, write a letter to the Minister of Youth Affairs identifying, with reasons, three areas where you think the government should concentrate efforts to bring about rapid development to the country.

May/June 2013

1. Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic: The menace of hawking on the street and how to deal with it.

2. As a senior prefect of your school, write the speech you would deliver to first-year students on how to manage their time.

3. Your sick grandmother has been admitted to hospital. Write a letter to your brother describing the state of her health when you visited her.

4. Write a story to illustrate the saying: The lazy man goes to bed hungry.

5. The Society for the Improvement of Living Conditions is organizing a debate on the motion: The rapid development of a country depends solely on politicians. Write your argument for or against the motion.

S.C./G.C.E. JUNE 1993

  • Write a letter to your headmaster or headmistress describing three unwholesome practices going on in the school, which the authorities are unaware of and show the dangers they may lead to.
  • You have just seen the name and address of somebody abroad who wants a pen pal from your country. Write your first letter to him or her, introducing yourself and family and discussing anything else you consider significant.
  • Describe to your friends a day in your life when everything went wrong.
  • As the outgoing senior prefect in your school, write a speech for delivery at your Speech and Prize-Giving Day Celebrations showing the successes and failures recorded during your term of office.
  • Write an article for publication in your school magazine discussing the view that extra or private classes should be abolished in your country

S.C./G.C.E. JUNE 1994

  • A committee has been set up to investigate a riot which occurred during a recent inter-schools sports competition. As the Sports Prefect of your school, write a letter to the Chairman of the Committee giving an account of what happened.
  • Write a letter to your friend in another town telling him about the preparations your school is making towards her forthcoming silver jubilee celebration.
  • The high rate of unemployment among school leavers poses a serious problem in your country. Write an article for publication in one of your national newspaper suggesting ways of remedying the situation.
  • As one of the main speakers in a debate, write your speech for  or against  the topic, “Scientific advancement is a curse to mankind”
  • On your way home from a film show you were attacked by thugs. Write a report for the police to help them in their investigations.
  • Write a story that illustrates the saying: “A bird in hand is worth two in the bush”

S.C./G.C.E. NOVEMBER  1995

  • Write a letter to your friend abroad describing a recent special family event.
  • Write a letter to the chairman of your District Council complaining about the lack of recreational facilities in your area and suggesting how the situation can be remedied.
  • Describe in detail a naming ceremony you recently attended for publication in a foreign newspaper.
  • Write a story which ends with the proverb, ‘A stitch in time saves nine’.
  • You are the principal speaker in a debate on the motion ‘The participation of Women is Essential for Nation – Building’. Write your contribution for  or against  the motion.
  • A peace-making committee has been set up to solve a conflict that has begun in a district of your country. Write your suggestions for consideration by the committee.

S.C./G.C.E. NOVEMBER 1996

  • Your cousin has just completed his course overseas and would like to return home to get a job. Write a letter to him or her describing the present state of employment opportunities.
  • Write a letter to the editor of one of your national newspapers, complaining about at least three problems caused by the recent increase in transport fares, and suggesting ways of solving these problems.
  • As part of your English composition lesson, your teacher took you to the market last week. Write an account of what you saw as classwork.
  • There is an inter-school debate on the motion, ‘The prefect should always be on the side of the school authorities’. As the main speaker of your school, write your contribution for  or against  the motion
  • Write a story entitled, ‘Look before you leap’.
  • A fire has destroyed the Health Centre of your locality. As the Chairman of the Youth Movement, you have called a meeting to rally members for communal labour at the site. Write your speech.

S.C./G.C.E. JUNE 1997

  •  Your sister who has been abroad for five years is planning to come home. Write a letter to her describing three important changes that have taken place in the country.
  • A non-governmental organization is willing to help your district carry out a project. Write a letter to the head of the organization suggesting the project and stating at least three benefits your people will derive from it.
  • Write an article for publication in your school magazine on the need to improve discipline in the school
  • You are the main speaker in a debate on the topic, ‘Women can never be equal to men’. Write your speech for  or against  the motion.
  • Write a story beginning with: “Ayo was supposed to by my friend but”……..
  • Give an account of an incident that occurred on your way to school in which your timely intervention saved the situation.

S.C./G.C.E. JUNE 1998

  • Write a letter to the Editor of one of your local newspapers supporting or contradicting the view that school examinations should be abolished.
  • Your cousin who has been studying abroad is planning to come home for Christmas. Write a letter to him or her about the preparations the family is making towards the visit.
  • You are one of the speakers of your school in a debate on the motion: “Girls are to blame for teenage pregnancy in our country” Write your contribution either  for  or against  the motion.
  • Write a story that ends with it was indeed my lucky day.
  • Write an article for publication in a local newspaper on recent changes that have taken place in the educational system of your country. State how these changes have affected you personally and your school in general.
  • The Environmental Club of your school has just ended a clean-up campaign in a nearby village. As president of the club, write the address you will give to the people on the need to keep their surroundings clean.

Bonus: CEGAST ACADEMY WASSCE MOCK EXAM QUESTIONS

  • Write a letter to the editor of a national newspaper explaining at least three reasons why you agree or disagree with the view that all citizens of your country living abroad should be allowed to vote in general elections.
  • Write a letter to your best friend in another school giving reasons why you think that it is necessary for every student to be computer literate.
  • You are the principal speaker in an inter-school debate on the motion: Only public school pupils should benefit from fee-free basic education”. Write your speech for  or against  the motion.
  • You have been invited by a voluntary society in your school to speak about the role the youth are expected to play in the economic and social development of your country. Write your speech.
  • Describe how you helped to rescue a man/woman who had been mistaken for an armed robber.
  • Write a story that illustrates the saying: “A bird in hand is worth two in the bush.”

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Ralph Nyadzi is the Director of Studies at Cegast Academy. He is a qualified English tutor with decades of experience behind him. Since 2001, he has successfully coached thousands of High School General Arts WASSCE candidates in English, Literature and related subjects. He combines his expertise with a passion for lifelong learning to guide learners from varying backgrounds to achieve their educational goals. Ralph shares lessons from his blogging journey on BloggingtotheMax . He lives with River, his pet cat, in the Central Region of Ghana.

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WAEC English Essay Past Questions and Answers follow a structured pattern to aid students in their exam preparation. These materials encompass various essay top i cs, comprehension passages, and letter or speech writing tasks in line with the WAEC syllabus. The pattern includes questions that assess grammar, vocabulary, and the ability to construct well-organized essays. Answers often provide model responses, highlighting key points and appropriate writing styles. This pattern aids students in understanding the expected format and content for essay questions. By practicing with these past questions, candidates can improve their writing skills and effect i vely prepare for the WAEC English exam, increasing their chances of success. WAEC English Essay Past Questions and Answers

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In the questions below, choose the word(s) or phrase that best fills the gap(s).

Jubril found that thieves had entered his house in his absence. He went to the police to report the… (A) break out(B) break up (C)break-in (D) break into

After the accused was found guilty by the court, his counsel… before the sentence was passed (A) begged for mercy (B)made a plea for mitigation (C) made an ovation (D) made a plea for litigation

The officer was compelled to… the suspect’s car. (A)seize (B) cease (C) size (D) disease

If you are going to the market, may I… please? (A) follow you (B)come with you (C) come by you (D) come as your second

Ans: B WAEC English Essay Past Questions and Answers

Thank you for the party, we … (A) enjoyed ourselves (B)enjoyed (C) enjoyed very much (D) enjoyed too much.

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7 Tips to Prepare for WAEC English Exams

  • Don’t make reading your hobby:  A lot of people put reading as a hobby in their CV, they might be right because they have finished schooling. But “You” are still schooling, so reading should be a top priority and not a hobby. Read far and wide to enhance your level of aptitude
  • Get Exams Preparation Materials:  These involve textbooks, dictionaries, Babcock University Post UTME Past Questions and Answers, mock questions, and others. These materials will enhance your mastery of the scope of the exams you are expecting.
  • Attend Extramural Classes:  Register and attend extramural classes at your location. This class will help you refresh your memory and boost your classroom understanding and discoveries of new knowledge.
  • Sleep when you feel like:  When you are preparing for any exams, sleeping is very important because it helps in the consolidation of memory. Caution: Only sleep when you feel like it and don’t oversleep.
  • Make sure you are healthy:  Sickness can cause excessive feelings of tiredness and fatigue and will not allow you to concentrate on reading. If you are feeling as if you are not well, report to your parent, a nurse, or a doctor. Make sure you are well.
  • Eat when you feel like it: During the exam preparation period, you are advised not to overeat, and to avoid sleep. You need to eat little and light food whenever you feel like eating. Eat more fruits, drink milk and glucose. This will help you enhance retention.
  • Reduce your time on social media: Some people live their entire lives on Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, Messenger chat. This is so bad and catastrophic if you are preparing for exams. Try and reduce your time spent on social media during this time. Maybe after the exams, you can go back and sleep in it.

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Finding and Using WAEC English Past Questions: The Best Way

27 June 2021

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  • 01. The Benefit of Revising with WAEC English Past Questions
  • 02. Using the WASSCE English Past Questions to your Advantage
  • 03. Things to Learn from Practicing with WAEC English Past Questions
  • 04. Places to Find SSCE English Past Questions
  • 05. Conclusion

WAEC stands for West African Examination council; it is the examining body that delivers the basic O-Level examination for secondary school students in West Africa. Most, if not all, Nigerians who plan to further their education to the tertiary stage have to sit for the WAEC exams, also known widely as SSCE, or a combination of both that becomes WASSCE.

As with any examination, quite a lot of time is dedicated to the preparation stage , which is why it is normal to see one prepare for an examination of a few hours for months, or even years. This is also the case with WAEC examinations.

However, of all the subjects offered by WAEC, the English paper is often dreaded by secondary school students, mostly because of the way the WAEC English paper requires you to be creative with your answers.

But there is very little to fear if you know how to properly utilise WAEC English past questions to your advantage. The fear in question sort of evaporates when you infuse the element of using these WASSCE past questions to your utmost benefit.

Really, the beauty of having past questions to revise with is that it gives you a picture of what the actual exam will look like . In any case, the information and helpful ideas in this article should take you several steps ahead in preparing yourself for the SSCE English examination.

Philip

The Benefit of Revising with WAEC English Past Questions

Preparing for the WAEC English paper with past questions is perhaps the best way to ace the exam with confidence. Unlike many of the other exams that feature in WAEC, the English paper is peculiar because each answer is tailored to each individual, especially the essay and textual passages. Therefore, the English paper can be quite subjective because there is very little chance that your answers bear much similarity to another candidate’s.

Preparing for WAEC English

As a result of this individuality in answers, most candidates often fret at the thought of what is required to pass the WASSCE English papers and the kind of questions contained therein. This is where the advantage of revising with past questions comes in. You might be wondering that past questions are also a great resource for other papers in WAEC. You are correct.

However, the very little difference is that the ultimate advantage of revising particularly with WAEC English past questions is the way it increases your creative confidence (because you might already be worried about the pressure of having your answers be unique to you) in preparing for the examination. It also helps build your creative and imaginative reaction to questions in the paper. When you see how these subjective answers are constructed in the past questions, it definitely prepares you for how to construct your own answers.

Using the WASSCE English Past Questions to your Advantage

Understand that the past questions are a weapon in your hand and, just as a sophisticated weapon is best utilised in the hands of right person, so are the past questions. Having the past questions with you is not enough. Using them to your advantage is.

Practice! Practice! Practice! This is the key to getting the best from the WAEC English past questions. You can choose to practice on your own but, before you decide this, you should be aware of the rules for the assessment. Knowing the rules for the exam will be a guide for how to comport yourself while practicing on your own in the comfort of your home or in alternative situations.

Either a teacher or a tutor can also help out in your preparation for the SSCE English paper. They are the experienced guides that can correct your path or provide the needed clarification for topics or areas that confuse or are beyond you. Another positive effect of having this support is that they can simulate the exam for you, taking note of timing and precision in answer construction, so you are in tune with what to expect in the examination hall.

Student studying alone

It is quite important, whether practicing on your own or with a tutor , to try to enact the rules of the exam while answering the English past questions. Consider it your personal mock viva, although your school would also organise a mock assessment. In this case, see it as a bonus to practice getting more familiar with the past questions and living the exam setting experience. In planning to practice the past questions on your own, take note of the following:

  • Set your timer to the specified time allocation for the WAEC English exam.
  • Calculate the average time it takes you to move from one section of the English assessment paper to another.
  • Eliminate distractions by secluding yourself, especially when at home with parents and siblings.
  • Do not have your devices with you. Always understand that you’re creating an exam setting.

Preparing with a tutor

Things to Learn from Practicing with WAEC English Past Questions

The SSCE English paper is divided into sections that test your understanding of concepts in different areas of the language. There is the essay section which tests your ability to construct and develop an idea about a topic and produce a well-structured essay which reflects a command of vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Following closely behind are the comprehension and summary sections. They basically test your ability to analyse, interpret, and respond adequately to the provided texts to derive meaning from them. These sections form a major part of the fear that most secondary school students in Nigeria have about the WAEC English assessment.

The sections that come after these test your vocabulary, grammar, and spoken English skills . For many secondary school students, these appear easier, since one is only required to pick an option. But the danger here is that, if the knowledge of these multiple-choice sections is not perfected, the marks allocated to these multiple-choice sections, which form a substantial part of your marks, would be lost.

Whatever the case, there is very little to fear in the WAEC English paper if you practice adequately with the past questions and infuse the tips and instructions above.

Passing the exam

But take note! Practicing with the WAEC English past questions would not be enough to guarantee success if there is a disregard for time. This is why it is strongly advised to always (or most of the time) practice the past questions under timed conditions to ensure that you operate as efficiently as the time allows. Many of us have found ourselves in situations where we had practiced adequately for an exam but, because of poor time management, failed to put down as much as we could before the time was up. That shouldn’t be the case with you.

Wondering where you can find WASSCE English past questions? Just read on!

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Places to Find SSCE English Past Questions

In finding the right places for SSCE English past questions, you should first take note that there are online and offline resources to help you. These two forms, when utilised correctly, can prove to be the element of success you so desire in your WAEC English assessment.

There are electronic catalogues that are available to pick from which provide past question guides to prepare yourself for what to expect in the WAEC assessments across all subjects. Foremost among them is the official website for WAEC past questions . Although this is not equipped with downloadable materials, it provides the standard that you should work with to guide you away from the mistakes of past candidates.

There is a level of caution to be exercised, however, when scouting for websites that promise past papers for the WAEC English exam.

To avoid being misled, you can restrict your search to official or government-initiated websites.

Perhaps the best offline resources can be gotten through your teachers at school or, better still, your library, in the form of textbooks. Even if you don’t get resources for the WAEC exams from your teacher, you can still make them your guide in testing the level of your preparedness.

As you answer the past questions, don’t forget to resort to the rules in the marking schemes , which WAEC should provide to your school to help your teachers guide you from loopholes to avoid. Additionally, your teacher is also there to help you interpret and understand better what is required in each section of the exam through the marking schemes.

Alternatively, you can find experienced English tutors on Superprof to help you ace the WAEC English exam efficiently. You may find these tutors wherever you are in Nigeria or may choose to opt for a virtual class. All that matters is that you make the best of the tuition offered in preparation for the WASSCE English exam.

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With the helpful ideas shared here, you can be sure to be well on your way to not just acing the WASSCE English exam through the past questions but also being more confident about yourself as you progress in your academic pursuits.

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This WAEC Past Questions In English (Questions and Answers) will be useful to candidates who are preparing for WAEC English exams. Here we have some sample past questions and solutions you can practise with.

Candidates preparing for WAEC English exam should also check out the scheme of work for English . This, with the past questions and answers will help you to adequately prepare for the exam.

WAEC ENGLISH PAST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS – SAMPLE QUESTIONS

PAPER 1 SECTION 1

In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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.

1. Most African countries face poverty while few enjoy ……………………….

A. influence

C. affluence

2. Last year our farmers cultivated more crops than they……………………….

A. destroyed

B. uprooted

C. harvested

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

3. There would have been a riot in our school but for the timely……………..of our staff.

A. intervention

B. interruption

C. interference

D. invasion

4. The armed robbers ……………every room in the bank to look for money.

A. explored

B. ransacked

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

5. Ade is too clever by half. This means that Ade is

A. far cleverer than others.

B. actually very stupid in his behaviour.

C. annoyingly clever.

D. behaving to be clever but is not.

6. Ameh is really being economical with the truth. This means that Ameh

A. is being praised for being honest.

B. does not know enough.

C. knows more than he is prepared to say.

D. is not telling the truth.

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, chose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence .

7. By failing to attend the interview, Idoko has lost a golden opportunity.

D. delightful

8. I hope the principal would be gracious enough to forgive us.

C. merciful

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

9. A good citizen abides ………….. the rules of the land.

10. Since his swearing in, the governor ……………….. his hometown.

A. had not been visiting

B. has not visited

C. did not visit

D. had not visited

SECTION A (50 MARKS)

Answer one question only from this section. All questions carry equal marks. Your answer should not be less than 450 words.

You are advised to spend about 50 minutes on this section.

  • Your friend in another school has requested information about your school to enable him to decide on moving over to your school. Write a letter to him discussing at least three areas in which your school excels.
  • Write an article for publication in your school magazine, discussing the reasons why children in your area drop out of school and suggesting ways of minimizing it.
  • As the president of your youth club, write a letter to the chairman of your Local Government Association complaining about the increasing rate of child labour and suggesting ways of curbing it.
  • You are the chief speaker in a debate on the topic : Women should not be in paid employment while still bearing children. Write your contribution for or against the topic.
  • 5. Write a story that ends with the words: That experience will linger on my mind for a long time.

COMPREHENSION

Dele groaned and got out of bed. There was no clock on the mantel piece and the room was still dark, but he knew that he was already late for work, probably by an hour. He was a commercial bus driver and had to get started as early as 5.00a.m. and go almost non-stop till about 9.00 p.m. to be able to make the daily returns that the bus owner demanded.

On the previous day, he had attended an all-night party – a late uncle’s burial ceremony – where he had drunk himself almost senseless before crawling home in the early hours of the morning. Now, he got up shakily, splashed water on his face and hurried off to work, but not before carefully fastening on his upper left arm the amulet he had always worn for protection against accidents. A similar amulet hung concealed under the steering column of his bus. On his way, still feeling groggy, he caught his left toe against a stump and had some misgiving. It was a bad sign, and he was supposed to go back home and then set out again. But there was no time for that now, so he hurried on.

At the bus station, Dele quickly loaded his bus and sped off without any of the necessary checks on the vehicle. He had to make up for lost time. It was the rush hour, so the bus was overloaded as it often was, with many passengers hanging on to the doors. The tyres were threadbare, the brakes were faulty and the road was wet, but, still feeling a little sleepy, Dele sped on. Many passengers protested about his reckless driving, but he would not listen. After all, didn’t he have protection against accident?

As the vehicle took the last turn before its destination, Dele saw a broken-down truck blocking his side of the road. Under normal circumstances, he could have brought the bus safely to a halt, bur the circumstances were far from normal. The careering bus hit the parked vehicle, swerved wildly across the road and plunged into a ditch.

Dele’s surprise before he sank into oblivion was the failure of his supposedly protective amulets.

(a) Why did Dele wake up late?

(b) … he caught his left toe against a stump and had some misgivings . What does this tell us about Dele?

(c) Give two reasons why Dele drove recklessly.

(d) Why was Dele unable to stop his faulty vehicle?

(e) What was Dele’s condition after the accident?

(f) After all, didn ’t he have protection against accident? What literary device is used in this expression?

(g) …wildly across the road…

(i) What grammatical name is given to the expression as it is used in the passage?

(ii) What is its function?

(h) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase which means the same and can replace it in the passage: i. probably;

ii. returns;

iii. groggy;

iv. misgiving

v. threadbare

vi. reckless.

(SUMMARY) [30 MARKS ]

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.

You cannot expect to go through life without meeting problems. Difficulties, perplexities and frustrations are an inevitable part of human experience. Accepting this idea of the inevitability of problems will help you to approach them in a robust frame of mind rather than thinking that you are a victim specially singled out by malignant fate. When confronted with a problem, the first thing to do is gather all relevant data to get acquainted with the facts of the case. Then write down exactly what the problem is, stating it simply in black and white. This gives you something definite with which to come to terms. The problem is assessed and you will now have something concrete to deal with.

Next, give serious thought to the problem, making sure that such thought does not degenerate into worry as worry accomplishes nothing. Aim at clear, dispassionate thought, viewing the problem as if it were a friend’s and not your own. Look at it from all angles and from the point of view of all concerned. You court disaster if you are entirely selfish in your outlook. The single important purpose of all this is to discover all possible solutions to the problem.

Having examined the problem broadly and impartially, carefully examine all the possible solutions or courses of action. The knowledge that you have done this will keep you from useless regrets later, when you can remind yourself that all courses of action were examined and you chose what appeared to be the best. Next, eliminate all proposed solutions which are seen on further thought to be impracticable.

You will now find that your list has been whittled down to two or three possibilities. At this stage it is often a good plan to get out into the open air. Go for a walk or a ride, preferably somewhere with wide horizons. There, out in the open, review the problem afresh. You will find it appears less formidable. Ask yourself how the difficulty will appear in ten years’ time or even one! This fresh review will enable you to make a final choice as you turn to the remaining solutions and, before you return home, decide which one you are going to adopt. As you go to sleep that night, let your last thoughts be upon your decision. If, in the morning, you still feel it is the best one to take, go ahead.

If you have a friend who is capable of giving sound advice, consult him. Do this before your final decision, so that you will have the benefit of his views before you decide. Talking things over with another is always a great help. It enables you to isolate the problem and to decide which on which factors are important. Even if the friend offers no advice, a sympathetic ear will help you. Furthermore, as you describe to your friend the courses open to you, you will see them in clearer light. Some will appear impossible even as you speak. Alternatively, one will appear most attractive.

In dealing with problems, remember the time factor. Although some problems solve themselves in time, and delaying tactics is therefore the best form of action for them, most other problems generally get more complicated the longer they are left. You should therefore get to grips with the problems immediately they occur.

All told, reasonable foresight and imagination can prevent many problems ever arising. Tact, thoughtfulness and responsible conduct can also keep life largely problem-free.

In six sentences, one for each , summarize the steps to be taken when faced with a problem and state why each step is necessary.

PAPER 3 (TEST 0F ORALS]

For candidates in Nigeria and Liberia only

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letters underlined.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

A. handsome

B. sandwich

C. adjective

D. pounding

4. pluck ed

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.

In each of the following questions, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.

7. acrimony

A. A-cri-mo-ny

B. a-CRI-mo-ny

C. a-cri-MO-ny

D. a-cri-mo-NY

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.

8. A. sanctify

B. promising

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 appropriate answer.

9. The DOCTOR examined the patient with a stethoscope.

A. Did the teacher examine the patient with a stethoscope?

B. Did the doctor cure the patient with a stethoscope?

C. Did the doctor examine the nurse with a stethoscope?

D. Did the doctor examine the patient with a telescope?

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.

A. accurate

We wish you the very best in your WAEC English examination!!!

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WAEC English Questions and Answers 2021/2023 |Oral, Essay & Theory

Welcome to our free online WAEC English Questions 2021 and correct expo hints to WAEC English language answers 2021 for OBJ, Oral & Essay (paper 1, paper 2, and paper 3).

Our WAEC English Language questions and Answers 2021 expo is available now on flashacademy for paper 1 (OBJ, Objectives) and Paper 2 (Theory & Essay), and paper 3 (Use Of Oral).

All you need to pass this Exam is our free English Language Expo guide. This package covers WAEC English Language Questions 2021 and Answers to WAEC English OBJ, Theory, essay, and Letter writing Expo.

Note, our free WAEC English answers 2021 material is not aimed at leaking WAEC English questions 2021 before the exam, but to empower WAEC candidates with what they will see and what they should be expecting in this 2021 WAEC English language exam.

WAEC English Language Expo 2021/2023

Once again, this WAEC 2021 English language questions and answers expo solutions are free of charge and it is very comprehensive. Making use of this expo will guarantee candidates at least A or B.

We maintain and respect the West African Examination Council exam’s policies and we are not aiming at infringing the exam policies.

But to help in securing and building better WAEC candidates that will not always rely on the WAEC English expo, we have piled up this material to support the 2021 candidates.

WAEC English Paper 1 Objectives (OBJ) 2021

English Language Paper 1 is Objectives (OBJ) Questions 2021 and there are about 60 questions in this paper to be answered in  1 hour, 30 minutes.

Candidates are to choose just one option from the multi-choice Obj options and shade their answer on the OMR (The OBJ Answer Booklet).

WAEC English Questions and Answers Samples 2021.

The following are some important WAEC English Language Past Questions and Answers Samples 2021 to practice with.

Choose the word that best Fill in the spaces:

1. A good Nigerian citizen must abide________ the constitution of the country.

Solution : In the English Language, one can only abide by rules. So the Correct Answer is B.

2. There would have been a riot in our school but for the timely ______ of our staff.

  • intervention
  • interruption
  • interference

3. The armed robbers _______ every room in the bank to look for money?

4. Ade is too clever by half. Does this mean that Ade is________?

  • far cleverer than others.
  • actually very stupid in his behavior.
  • annoyingly clever.
  • behaving to be clever but is not.

In each of the statements below, choose the word that best explains the meaning of the bold word(s)

5. Ameh is really being  economical with the truth . This means that Ameh

  • is being praised for being honest.
  • does not know enough.
  • knows more than he is prepared to say.
  • is not telling the truth.

6. I hope the principal would be  gracious  enough to forgive us.

WAEC English Language Theory Questions and Answers 2021

WAEC English Paper 2 Theory (Essay): Theory, Essay, and letter writing (formal and informal) make up the English language paper 2.

The WAEC 2021 English Language questions from this paper range from letter writing to essay and so on.

Format of English Language Letter/Essay Writing

Format for WAEC English Essay and Lettering Writing: If you are writing a formal letter, then follow this format;

Formal Letter Format:

  • Your address (at the right-hand-side)
  • Address of the person you are sending to (at the left-hand side)
  • Caption (the heading of your letter)
  • Body of the letter (starting with Introduction, then to content and conclusion)
  • Complimentary close (Yours faithfully)
  • Your Signature / Name (each on separate lines)

Informal letter Format:

  • Your address
  • Body of the letter
  • Complimentary close

If you are writing an essay, follow this format: An English essay has three main parts:

  • Start with the introduction,
  • Move to the body
  • Make a conclusion.

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WAEC English Essay Questions And Answers 2023

Waec english answers is out – waec english language essay, objective & test of oral questions released..

The Waec English answers 2023 to waec English questions can now be seen here. The West African Examination Council (WAEC) English Language SSCE paper will be written on Wednesday, 17th May 2023.

There will be three papers in Waec English 2023 – Papers 1, 2 (Objectives and Essay) to be written from 9:30 am to 12.30 pm and Paper 3 (Test of Orals) which will start by 2:00 pm and end by 2.45 pm. The WAEC English question 2023 comes in the following question papers.

  • PAPER 1:  This Will consist of eighty multiple-choice questions, all of which should be answered within 1 hour for 40 marks.
  • PAPER 2:  Will consist of five essay topics and a passage each to test candidates’ comprehension and summary skills. Candidates will be expected to write an essay on one of the topics and answer all the questions on Comprehension and Summary passages. The paper will last 2 hours and carry 100 marks.
  • PAPER 3:  Will consist of sixty multiple-choice items on Test of Orals for candidates in Nigeria and Liberia, and on Listening Comprehension for candidates in Ghana, The Gambia, and Sierra Leone. All the questions will be answered in 45 minutes for 30 marks.

There is nothing like Waec English expo online . In this post, we will be posting sample questions from Waec English past questions and answers that we feel are likely questions for preparation.

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WAEC English Essay Questions 2023.

PAPER 2   SECTION A  ESSAY [50 marks]

Answer  ONE  question only from this section.   All questions carry equal marks. Your answer should  not  be  less than 450 words . You are advised to spend about  50 minutes  on this section.

1.  A friend of yours who has been living in the US for some years has written to invite you to join him. Write a reply to his letter giving, at least, three reasons why you would rather remain in your country.

2.  Write a letter to the Minister of Works in your country complaining about the deplorable condition of the roads in your area and the effects this has on the lives of your people. 

3.  Write an article suitable for publication in one of your national dailies discussing the vandalization of public facilities in your country and its effects.

4.  You are the Chief Speaker in a debate on the topic:  Parents should allow their children to choose their own careers. Write your speech for or against the topic.

5.  Write a story to illustrate the saying:  The devil makes work for idle hands .

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SECTION B   COMPREHENSION [20 marks] You are advised to spend about  30 minutes  on this section.

6.  Read the following passage  carefully  and answer the questions on it.

Primary School Deals

Our planet is at risk. Our environment is under threat. The air we breathe, the water we drink, the seas we fish in, and soils we farm, the forests, animals, and plants that surround us are in danger. New terms and words describe these problems: acid rain, the greenhouse effect, global warming, holes in the ozone layer, desertification, and industrial pollution. We are changing our environment. More and more gases and wastes escape from our factories. Rubbish, oil silages and detergents damage our rivers and seas. Forests give us timber and paper, but their loss results in soil erosion and also endangers wildlife.

SECTION C   SUMMARY [30 marks] You are advised to spend about  40 minutes  on this section.

7.  Read the following passage  carefully  and answer the questions on it.

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Waec English Objective Questions 2023.

PAPER 1 (Objectives)  SECTION 1

In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. 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.

1. Most African countries face poverty while few enjoy _______ A. influence B. money C. affluence D. power.

2. Last year our farmers cultivated more crops than they _______ A. destroyed B. uprooted C. harvested D. yielded.

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

Waec English Objective Questions 2023

11. There would have been a riot in our school but for the timely _____ of our staff. A. intervention B. interruption C. interference D. invasion.

12. The armed robbers ______ every room in the bank to look for money. A. explored B. ransacked C. raked D. swept.

13. The discontented men _______ up trouble among the workers. A. Starred B. Steered C. Stirred D. Started.

WAEC Oral English Objectives Answers 2023

ORAL ENGLISH 01-10: CACDAABCAD 11-20: DBACADDBCC 21-30: ACBDADBBBC 31-40: ADDDDACCCB 41-50: CDCABADCDA 51-60: BABBDBABDD

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider  most appropriate  for each sentence.

21. Ade is too clever by half. This means that Ade is A. far cleverer than others B. actually very stupid in his behaviour C. annoyingly clever D. behaving to be clever but is not.

22. Ameh is really being economical with the truth. This means that Ameh A. is being praised for being honest B. does not know enough C. knows more than he is prepared to say D. is not telling the truth.

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, chose the word or group of words that is  nearest in meaning  to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

31. By failing to attend the interview, Idoko has lost a golden opportunity. A. blessed B. bright C. good D. delightful.

32. I hope the principal would be gracious enough to forgive us. A. cordial B. polite C. merciful D. gentle.

33. The man’s story gave us an inkling of what we went through during the war. A. a taste B. a possible idea C. a wrong notion D. a suggestion.

34. Our aunt has expressed deep appreciation for Onyinye’s invaluable assistance during the party. A. Immeasurable B. Praiseworthy C. Selfless D. Worthless.

35. Many world leaders have continued to condemn the South African Prime Minister for his truculent posture. A. Impetuous B. Impertinent C. Aggressive D. Impervious.

36. It is usually hard to change the course of action when one crosses the Rubicon. The underlined expression is used in this sentence means to. A. Pass through a place called Rubicon B. Cross a river called Rubicon C. Cross a bridge called Rubicon D. Be irrevocably committed.

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

41. A good citizen abides _______ the rules of the land. A. with B. in C. at D. by

42. Since his swearing-in, the governor _______ his hometown. A. had not been visiting B. has not visited C. did not visit D. had not visited.

Waec English Test of Orals Answers 2023.

PAPER 3 (Test of Oral)  SECTION 1

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the  same vowel sound  as the one represented by the letters underlined.

1. look A. glue B. you C. cup D. curious.

2. wit A. fright B. wheat C. tree D. market.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the  same consonant sound(s)  as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.

4. plucked A. smiled B. slammed C. luck D. table.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that  rhymes  with the given word.

6. carrier A. area B. barrier C. serious D. ravine. 7. drought A. crowd B. nought C. shout D. taught.

In  each  of the following questions, the main /primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct  stress .

9. acrimony A. A-cri-mo-ny B. a-CRI-mo-ny C. a-cri-MO-ny D. a-cri-mo-NY.

10. Information A. inforMAtion B. INformation C. inFORmation D. InformaTION.

PS:  Once again, there is nothing like Waec English expo. Do not fall victim to scammers online trying to obtain money from you with fake promises of having access to a live question paper before the exam. What we have on this page are likely exam questions from Waec English past questions and answers to serve as a revision guide.

Keep following this page and make sure you bookmark this site for reference purposes.  If you have any questions, endeavour to use the comment section below.

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2023 WAEC English (Essay, OBJ & Oral) Answers [17th May]

There will be three papers in Waec English 2023 – Papers 1, 2 (Objectives and Essay) to be written from 9:30 am to 12.30 pm and Paper 3 (Test of Orals) which will start by 2:00 pm and end by 2.45 pm. The WAEC English question 2023 comes in the following question papers.

  • PAPER 1:  This Will consist of eighty multiple-choice questions, all of which should be answered within 1 hour for 40 marks.
  • PAPER 2:  Will consist of five essay topics and a passage each to test candidates’ comprehension and summary skills. Candidates will be expected to write an essay on one of the topics and answer all the questions on Comprehension and Summary passages. The paper will last 2 hours and carry 100 marks.
  • PAPER 3:  Will consist of sixty multiple-choice items on Test of Orals for candidates in Nigeria and Liberia, and on Listening Comprehension for candidates in Ghana, The Gambia, and Sierra Leone. All the questions will be answered in 45 minutes for 30 marks.

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A. 2023 WAEC ORAL ENGLISH OBJECTIVES (OBJ) ANSWERS:

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English Language 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm English Language 3 (Test of Orals) ** /**** – 2:00pm – 4:45pm

2023 WAEC ORAL ENGLISH THEORY (ESSAY) QUESTIONS:

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2023 WAEC  ENGLISH ESSAY ANSWERS:

We are proud to announce that [Your School’s Name] achieved remarkable success in several events. Our athletes secured the following achievements:

1. Athletics: – Benjamin John: Gold Medal – 100m Sprint – Jennifer Akpan: Silver Medal – High Jump

2. Football: – Victor osimehen : Reached the Semifinals

3. Basketball: – gbadebo Usman: Bronze Medal

4. Volleyball: – Sarah Ola: Silver Medal

5. Swimming: – Emmanuel Nwite: Gold Medal – 200m Freestyle – chidera Nwite: Bronze Medal – 100m Butterfly

6. Table Tennis: – Roselyn Joe: Silver Medal – Singles Category

We commend the outstanding performances of our athletes, coaches, and support staff who worked tirelessly to bring glory to our school. Their dedication and hard work have made us immensely proud.

Our public facilities, ranging from parks and playgrounds to community centers and public transportation systems, play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for citizens. These spaces are meant to foster social interaction, physical well-being, and community development. However, it is disheartening to witness their neglect and the subsequent decline in their usability and appeal.

The maintenance of public facilities is not merely a cosmetic concern; it directly impacts the safety and overall experience of the people who utilize them. Cracked sidewalks, broken equipment, and poorly maintained infrastructure not only diminish the aesthetic value of these spaces but also pose risks to public safety. Moreover, the lack of regular upkeep sends a message of apathy and disregard for the well-being of the citizens who depend on these facilities.

It is essential that we address this issue collectively and hold both the responsible authorities and ourselves accountable for the state of our public amenities. The government should prioritize the allocation of sufficient resources and funds towards regular maintenance programs. Adequate staffing, training, and monitoring mechanisms must be in place to ensure that public facilities are well-maintained and safe for public use.

In addition, we as citizens need to develop a sense of ownership and responsibility towards these facilities. It is our duty to report any maintenance issues promptly and encourage our communities to participate in volunteer initiatives aimed at preserving and improving our public spaces. By actively engaging in the upkeep of these facilities, we not only contribute to the overall well-being of our neighborhoods but also foster a sense of pride and unity among residents.

I urge the authorities to take immediate action in addressing the neglect of public facilities and implement effective maintenance strategies. I also encourage your esteemed newspaper to continue shedding light on this issue and advocate for the improvement of our public infrastructure. Together, we can create a positive change and ensure that future generations can enjoy well-maintained and vibrant public spaces.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I believe that by highlighting this issue, we can inspire action and bring about the necessary improvements for the benefit of our communities.

Yours sincerely,

[Your Name] ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Reviving the Vibrancy of Clubs and Societies: Reigniting the Flame of Engagement in Schools

In the bustling hallways and classrooms of our school, an important element seems to have lost its spark – the clubs and societies. Once vibrant and bustling with activity, they now lay dormant, overshadowed by the ever-increasing demands of academic pursuits. It is high time we recognize the crucial need to revive these invaluable organizations and reintroduce their profound impact on our personal growth and development.

Clubs and societies serve as the heartbeat of any educational institution. They provide a platform for students to explore their passions and interests beyond the confines of the classroom. From debating and drama clubs to sports teams and environmental societies, these extracurricular activities offer students an opportunity to engage in activities they are passionate about, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie among like-minded individuals.

First and foremost, reviving the activities of clubs and societies enhances the holistic development of students. As we navigate through the challenges of academic life, it is imperative to strike a balance between academic pursuits and extracurricular involvement. These organizations not only cultivate essential skills such as leadership, teamwork, and time management but also provide an avenue for self-expression and creativity. By engaging in a variety of clubs, students can develop a well-rounded personality and uncover hidden talents, which may go unnoticed within the confines of a classroom.

Furthermore, clubs and societies serve as a catalyst for personal growth and self-discovery. They act as a laboratory of experiences, enabling students to step out of their comfort zones and confront new challenges. For instance, a shy and introverted student might discover their flair for public speaking by joining the debating society. Similarly, a budding artist may find a platform to showcase their artistic prowess through participation in an art club. These transformative experiences shape character, build resilience, and instill a sense of confidence, paving the way for future success.

Moreover, clubs and societies foster a sense of community and social responsibility within our school. They provide a space where students from diverse backgrounds can come together, united by a shared passion or interest. Through collaborations, events, and community outreach initiatives, these organizations create opportunities for students to develop empathy, compassion, and a sense of social consciousness. Engaging in activities that benefit society instills a sense of pride and responsibility, nurturing well-rounded individuals who are not only academically proficient but also socially aware.

In light of these significant benefits, it is essential for our school community to rally together and rekindle the flame of engagement within our clubs and societies. Teachers and administrators must play an active role in creating an environment that encourages and supports extracurricular involvement. They can organize workshops, awareness campaigns, and orientations to showcase the myriad opportunities available to students. Additionally, regular meetings, competitions, and events must be planned and executed to maintain interest and participation.

Likewise, it is incumbent upon us, the students, to seize these opportunities and actively engage in clubs and societies. Let us step forward, join these organizations, and wholeheartedly contribute our time, talent, and passion. By doing so, we will not only enrich our own lives but also create a vibrant and dynamic school culture that celebrates diversity and individuality.

In conclusion, reviving the activities of clubs and societies is vital for the holistic development and growth of students. These organizations provide a fertile ground for personal exploration, skill development, and social engagement.

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Once upon a time in a small village nestled among rolling hills, there lived a kind-hearted farmer named Thomas. He worked tirelessly to provide for his family, cultivating his land with utmost care. However, the village had experienced a drought for several months, leaving the fields parched and barren. Thomas watched helplessly as his crops withered away, his hopes fading along with them.

One morning, Thomas received news that a neighboring village had been blessed with rain and their fields were flourishing. Filled with determination, he decided to seek assistance from his prosperous neighbors. With a small sack slung over his shoulder, he set off on a long journey towards their village.

Arriving tired and hungry, Thomas humbly explained his situation to the villagers. Moved by his plight, the villagers were willing to help but couldn’t spare much due to their own needs. A kind farmer named Robert approached Thomas and offered him half a loaf of bread, apologizing for not being able to provide more.

Thomas gratefully accepted the half loaf, understanding that half a loaf was better than none at all. With renewed energy, he set off on his return journey, cherishing the small hope that the half loaf represented. As he walked, he contemplated the saying, “Half a loaf is better than none,” and realized its profound truth.

Back in his village, Thomas shared the bread with his family. Though it was a modest portion, it brought nourishment and lifted their spirits. Inspired by the half loaf, Thomas devised a plan. He gathered his fellow farmers and proposed they pool their resources to combat the drought collectively. Though skeptical at first, the villagers agreed, realizing that half a loaf was better than none when faced with adversity.

Together, they dug channels to redirect water from a distant river to their fields, implemented efficient irrigation techniques, and supported one another in their efforts. Despite the ongoing drought, the collective action yielded positive results. The crops began to grow, and hope returned to the hearts of the villagers.

Word of their success spread, and neighboring villages sought guidance from Thomas and his fellow farmers. They willingly shared their knowledge and resources, emphasizing the power of unity and the importance of making the most of limited resources. As the villages banded together, the effects of the drought were mitigated, and the communities flourished.

The saying, “Half a loaf is better than none,” resonated throughout the region as a symbol of resilience and resourcefulness. It reminded people that even in the face of adversity, it was crucial to make the most of what they had, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem.

Years later, the drought ended, and the villages thrived. Thomas, now regarded as a wise elder, continued to impart the lessons he learned from that half loaf of bread. He emphasized the importance of gratitude, humility, and the power of unity in overcoming challenges.

And so, the saying “Half a loaf is better than none” became a timeless reminder that with determination, cooperation, and a positive mindset, even the smallest of provisions can lead to great achievements. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

COMPREHENSION

(6g) Mma Koku was in her early 70’s

(6h) Personification

(6i) (a) Adverbial clause (b) It modifies the verb phrase “shall see”

(6j) (i) Frail (ii) Bad (iii) A duty (iv) Heavy (v) Deeply •••••••••••••••

ANSWER (7) SUMMARY

-Parents are to inculcate self discipline in their children

-Parents are to teach their children the importance of hard work

-Parents are expected to train their children to comply with laws

-Parents are illuminate their children on the value of integrity

-Parents should serve as role models to their children

-Parents are to train their children to work intentionally to achieve success

B. 2023 WAEC ENGLISH LANGUAGE OBJECTIVES (OBJ) ANSWERS:

C. 2023 waec english language oral answers, related posts.

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How to write an excellent WAEC essay

I was completely clueless about writing strategies when I was in secondary school preparing for WAEC.  Of course my friends came to me seeking guidance…

I was completely clueless about writing strategies when I was in secondary school preparing for WAEC.  Of course my friends came to me seeking guidance on how to write their essays. My approach and answer to their quest was to grab a pen, train it at the paper and to begin writing furiously to beat time.  After I had written paragraphs, I told them: “like this.”  Of course it worked for me.  But I don’t think it did for my friends/students.

The only improvement on the above approach was to tell them what my teachers told me and what many English teachers tell their students:  “Use outline,” that way you would be guided on what to write.  Although this is a fair point, the benefit of outlining is rather limited.  For a student who doesn’t know how to argue persuasively or doesn’t understand that writing is like joining a conversation or having a discussion, outlining wouldn’t help.  He would do the outlining alright, but that wouldn’t improve the quality of the writing. It would be “step one, I will write this nonsense, then followed by that nonsense, I will also not forget to write the other nonsense.”

I managed to pass the English language paper and so did many of my friends.  But I’ve since learned that for any writing (actually for anything) I do, it helps to develop a system on how to accomplish it, so that when inspiration refuses to prod you with its mesmerizing fingers, one would wheel out the system and produce content at will.

Some teachers are doing an amazing job, where some get it wrong however, is when they focus on grammar and other technicalities like proper address and punctuation.  But you have to have content before you think about punctuation.  Many students already have sufficient punctuation skills anyway, what is usually the challenge is producing the words. And essays are nothing but words properly arranged. So what approach can students use to easily generate the words at will and under the pressures of the examination?  This is the question I try to answer today.

A more appropriate question would be, if I were a secondary school student preparing for WAEC, how would I approach the essay question?

I would  use two things: a strategy and a template/steps.  My strategy would be to answer any question that gives me an opportunity to argue. Luckily, out of the five (they used to be six in the late 80s and 90s) essay questions, four of them satisfy this condition.  I bought the past questions book from Amab, a bookstore belonging to a friend in Minna yesterday to prepare for this column.  While reading the book, I observe that out of the five questions, at least two are letters (formal and informal), one is a speech or debate, one is an article suitable for publication and the last question is usually a story that illustrates and ends with a moral of some description.

Only the last question could be viewed as not providing the opportunity for argument – but even that is arguable.Why do we choose questions which offer the opportunity for argument?  This is due to the fact that it is the nature of man to argue – including about things he knows nothing about.  If you doubt my claim, visit any group on the social media.  It’s where people join discussion without first asking what the discussion is about.  A commenter on the U.K. Guardian website accurately described this phenomenon: “Ah, the internet, where strongly-held opinions are strongly put, and facts be damned.”

Except that it is not only on the internet that people have strong-held opinions.  They do so too offline.  And even if someone doesn’t have an opinion, he can instantly generate one depending on the question you ask.

That’s why, when I want to elicit a lot of comments on my Facebook page, I couch a post in the form an argument.  For example, “what is your assessment of this administration in the last two and half years?” would not generate as much reaction as “do you think this administration has performed well or poorly and what reasons do you have to justify your opinion?” now watch as everyone becomes a skilful debater. 

It is for the same reason why questions are easier to respond to than statements.  If I say, “write about WAEC” you may struggle to come up  with words to use in your response, but if I say, “in what ways do you think WAEC has been useful to schools and students in West Africa?” now you don’t have to think deeply before you’re able to answer that question.  That’s why when writing becomes a challenge for me, as it often becomes, I simply ask relevant questions such as why, how and so what.

Now that I’ve my strategy, the second thing I need is a template and the steps to follow for the student to easily produce more words than he or she needs.  The next column will address that.  Therefore, whether you’re a student preparing for WAEC or a teacher preparing students or anyone who no longer wants to suffer from paucity of words when writing should read this column next week.

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The 5-Paragraph Essay: A Simple Way to Write WAEC Essay

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– Dr Ibraheem Dooba

When we were in secondary school, we had excellent English teachers. However, while they taught us essay writing, they paid scant attention to how to write it. That is, we were not shown the moves that matter in essay writing. This means that while we could tell a good essay from a bad one, we didn’t know the steps to follow to write good ones. So, we were left to shoot in the dark, sometimes we hit the target, some days we missed. Today, I want to remove students from the uncertain situation.

I understand that senior secondary students have started writing their NECO examinations and that they will sit for the English language exam on the second of August 2021.

Accordingly, the 5-paragraph essay is one useful tool that any student can use to write the required 450 words effortlessly. As the name implies, this essay is written in five paragraphs: one each for the introduction and conclusion and three paragraphs for the body.

The good thing about this tool is that you can use it to write any of the six questions in the essay section – from the formal letter to the article for publication.

But if I were a student writing the examination, I would choose to answer the debate question or the informal letter. The debate is easy to tackle. However, there are some years (such as WAEC 1997) that do not feature the debate question – even though such omissions are rare. When that happens, you should choose to write an informal letter.

In this article, I will show you how to write an essay using the 5-paragraph technique, then I will use one of the WAEC (1996) questions to implement the steps.

Here is a summary of how to write the essay: in the introduction, tell the readers what you want to tell them. In the body, tell them (using three or more points). Finally, use the conclusion to tell them that you have told them. Let me explain each step.

Introduction

The goal of the introduction is to tell your reader what the essay is about. Therefore, the introduction of a debate is divided into three parts: the greetings, stating your position (whether you’re opposing or proposing) and a brief mention of your three points.

Example: “Mr Chairman, the panel of judges, the time-keeper, my co-debaters, ladies and gentlemen. I stand before you today to oppose the motion that says ‘the female child is more beneficial to her parents than the male child’. In doing that, I will support my position with the following three points: one, the male child is the only one guaranteed to keep the family name. Two, it is the male child who shoulders the responsibility of providing for the family and the male presence in the family is enough security. In the next paragraphs, I will argue each point in detail.”

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The body has three paragraphs. One paragraph for each point. Some students find the body to be the most difficult part to write. After writing the first sentence of their point, they get stuck. They don’t know how to explain the point to increase their word count. I have a solution. For every paragraph, follow five steps: one, state your point. Two, use meta-commentary to repeat the point once or twice (setting it off by using phrases like that is, this means that, in essence, etc.). Three, give an example. Four, use a proverb, a quote or a metaphor and explain it. Five, introduce a naysayer. That is, argue the viewpoint of your opponent and immediately attack it. For example, “my opponent will argue that female children are more beneficial to their parents because they help in the kitchen. But that argument is weak if you consider the fact that it is the male child who provides the food for the parents. So I believe that the person who provides is more useful than the person who prepares.”

Then move on to the next point. If you follow the above five steps for each paragraph, you would never be short of what to write again. To demonstrate, let me write one complete paragraph.

“First, the male child keeps the family name. This means that it is the boy who perpetuates the father’s name. In essence, the girl will get married and adopt her husband’s name. For instance, my friend’s sister got married and changed from Maryam Ahmad Bukar to Maryam Mahmud Sodangi. Since they are the only children of their parents, it became the sole responsibility of my friend to maintain the father’s name. I agree with our religious teacher who was fond of saying “you boys are supposed to be the providers, the protectors and guardians to your female relatives. You should remember this responsibility. A boy is never too young to learn this.” The essence of my teacher’s counsel was to prepare us to shoulder our responsibilities and be the pillars of our families and communities. I know that the opposing speakers would say that some cultures, such as Islam, allow – even mandate – their women to keep their fathers’ names. I concede that this is true. But you should also concede that even in the Islamic culture, some women prefer to use their husband’s names.”

Easy isn’t it? I generated 178 words in the paragraph above because I followed the five steps. Two additional paragraphs will fetch you 500 words. So you should follow the same steps for the remaining two points. If you do that, your problem would be having too many words. But that is a better problem to have than having too few.

The conclusion is like the introduction except that it restates what you have already stated and why that is important. So it also has three parts: one, restate your position. Two, mention the three points again. Three, mention why your position is important and why it should be accepted.

“In conclusion, I am opposed to the motion say says boys are less beneficial to their parents and poignantly argued my position with irrefutable facts; namely, the male child is the only one guaranteed to keep the family name, it is he who shoulders the responsibility of providing for the family and it is the male child who offers security for the family. This position is important because while it is commendable to fight for the equality of women, it is completely unacceptable to demote and demean the men in the process.”

I wish you the best grade in your examination.

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25 BECE English Language Essay Questions That WAEC Will Choose From in 2023

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As a BECE candidate, it is important to be well prepared for the English Language exam, which usually consists of both objective and essay questions. While the objective questions may be easier to answer, the essay questions require more critical thinking and writing skills. In this article, we will be discussing 25 essay questions that WAEC may choose from in the 2023 BECE exam.

  • Write a letter to your friend describing how you spent your last holiday.
  • Write an article for publication in your school magazine on the topic: How to Improve Your Study Habits.
  • Write a story that ends with the sentence, ‘It was the best day of my life.’
  • Write a letter to your father telling him how proud you are of him for achieving a major milestone in his career.
  • Write an essay on the topic: The Importance of Education in Today’s Society.
  • Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper expressing your opinion on a controversial topic in your community.
  • Write a descriptive essay on your favorite childhood memory.
  • Write a letter to your school principal suggesting ways to improve the quality of education in your school.
  • Write an argumentative essay on the topic: Should Social Media Be Banned in Schools?
  • Write a letter to your local government representative addressing a community issue that needs attention.
  • Write a story that ends with the sentence, ‘I knew I had found my true calling.’
  • Write a persuasive essay on the topic: Should Students Be Allowed to Use Cell Phones in Class?
  • Write a letter to your friend telling him or her about a life-changing experience you had.
  • Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic: The Effects of Climate Change on Our Environment.
  • Write a story that ends with the sentence, ‘I finally found the courage to speak up.’
  • Write a letter to your school principal suggesting ways to promote better sportsmanship in your school.
  • Write an argumentative essay on the topic: Should Animals Be Kept in Zoos?
  • Write a letter to your friend describing your favorite hobby.
  • Write an essay on the topic: The Benefits of Reading.
  • Write a story that ends with the sentence, ‘I never thought I could do it, but I did.’
  • Write a letter to your school principal suggesting ways to reduce bullying in your school.
  • Write a persuasive essay on the topic: Should School Uniforms Be Mandatory?
  • Write a letter to your friend telling him or her about a cultural event you recently attended.
  • Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic: The Effects of Technology on Our Society.
  • Write a story that ends with the sentence, ‘I learned that day that anything is possible if you believe in yourself.’

These are just a few of the many essay questions that WAEC may choose from in the 2023 BECE exam. It is important to prepare thoroughly for the exam by practicing writing essays on a variety of topics. Good luck!

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