ORIGINAL WAEC GCE-STYLE MOCK EXAMINATION

60 Objective Questions | 6 Theory Questions | Answers | Marking Guide

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SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TEST

Instruction: Choose the option A to D that best answers each question.

Grammar, Structure and Usage

1. Neither the teacher nor the students ___ aware of the change in timetable.

A. was
B. were
C. is
D. has

2. If I ___ about the meeting earlier, I would have attended it.

A. knew
B. know
C. had known
D. have known

3. The committee has submitted ___ report to the principal.

A. their
B. its
C. it’s
D. there

4. The woman, together with her children, ___ at the station yesterday.

A. were
B. are
C. was
D. have been

5. By this time next week, the candidates ___ their examinations.

A. complete
B. completed
C. will have completed
D. have completed

6. He has been living in Kano ___ 2022.

A. for
B. since
C. from
D. during

7. The manager insisted ___ seeing the original document.

A. to
B. at
C. on
D. for

8. She is good ___ mathematics.

A. in
B. on
C. at
D. with

9. When the principal arrived, the students ___ quietly.

A. sat
B. have sat
C. were sitting
D. are sitting

10. I prefer tea ___ coffee in the morning.

A. than
B. from
C. to
D. over

11. The accused was charged ___ stealing the money.

A. for
B. with
C. of
D. on

12. We congratulated her ___ her success.

A. for
B. at
C. on
D. with

13. Hardly had the rain started ___ the roof began to leak.

A. than
B. when
C. and
D. but

14. No sooner had he arrived ___ the bell rang.

A. when
B. than
C. and
D. that

15. The teacher asked Musa whether he ___ the assignment.

A. has completed
B. had completed
C. completes
D. will complete

16. She said that she ___ the following day.

A. will travel
B. would travel
C. travels
D. has travelled

17. Choose the grammatically correct sentence.

A. He did not went there.
B. He did not go there.
C. He does not went there.
D. He did not gone there.

18. Choose the correct completion: “I wish I ___ taller.”

A. am
B. was
C. were
D. have been

19. Which sentence is correctly written?

A. Neither of the boys have arrived.
B. Neither of the boys has arrived.
C. Neither of the boys are arrived.
D. Neither of the boys were arrived.

20. Which sentence is correctly written?

A. She is one of those students who works hard.
B. She is one of those students who work hard.
C. She is one of those student who work hard.
D. She is one of those students who working hard.

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Vocabulary and Meaning

21. The opposite of “scarce” is ___.

A. rare
B. abundant
C. limited
D. insufficient

22. The word nearest in meaning to “diligent” is ___.

A. lazy
B. careless
C. hardworking
D. stubborn

23. The word nearest in meaning to “obscure” is ___.

A. unclear
B. famous
C. bright
D. simple

24. The opposite of “hostile” is ___.

A. aggressive
B. friendly
C. violent
D. dangerous

25. A person who cannot read or write is ___.

A. illegible
B. illiterate
C. inarticulate
D. immature

26. A speech made without prior preparation is called ___.

A. dramatic
B. impromptu
C. narrative
D. formal

27. A place where aircraft operate is an ___.

A. aquarium
B. auditorium
C. airport
D. arsenal

28. The opposite of “transparent” is ___.

A. clear
B. opaque
C. bright
D. visible

29. The word nearest in meaning to “reluctant” is ___.

A. unwilling
B. eager
C. joyful
D. certain

30. The word nearest in meaning to “generous” is ___.

A. stingy
B. kind-hearted
C. hostile
D. careless

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Spelling and Word Formation

31. The students were asked to ___ the passage carefully.

A. read
B. reed
C. red
D. raid

32. The chairman asked the secretary to ___ the minutes.

A. write
B. right
C. rite
D. writ

33. Choose the correctly spelt word.

A. accomodation
B. accommodation
C. acommodation
D. accommondation

34. Choose the correctly spelt word.

A. priviledge
B. privilege
C. privelege
D. privillage

35. The plural form of “criterion” is ___.

A. criterions
B. criteria
C. criterionses
D. criterias

36. The plural form of “phenomenon” is ___.

A. phenomenons
B. phenomena
C. phenomenas
D. phenomenaes

37. The word “unhappiness” contains the prefix ___.

A. happy
B. ness
C. un
D. happiness

38. The word “teacher” is formed from “teach” by adding the suffix ___.

A. -ly
B. -er
C. -ness
D. -ful

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Parts of Speech

39. The word “carefully” is a/an ___.

A. noun
B. adjective
C. adverb
D. preposition

40. In the sentence, “The old man smiled warmly,” the word “old” is a/an ___.

A. adverb
B. adjective
C. noun
D. conjunction

41. Which of the following is a conjunction?

A. although
B. quickly
C. under
D. beautiful

42. Which of the following is a pronoun?

A. herself
B. beautiful
C. slowly
D. between

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Idiomatic Expressions

43. The expression “to hit the nail on the head” means to ___.

A. miss the point
B. say exactly the right thing
C. work very slowly
D. avoid a problem

44. If someone “spills the beans”, the person ___.

A. cooks a meal
B. reveals a secret
C. wastes food
D. starts an argument

45. To “turn over a new leaf” means to ___.

A. open a book
B. make a fresh start
C. change one’s address
D. tear a page

46. The expression “once in a blue moon” means ___.

A. every day
B. very rarely
C. at night
D. unexpectedly

47. The expression “make ends meet” means to ___.

A. finish a meeting
B. manage financially
C. repair something
D. reach a destination

48. A “blessing in disguise” refers to ___.

A. a hidden problem
B. something that seems bad but turns out beneficial
C. a religious ceremony
D. a public celebration

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Sentence Transformation and Direct Speech

49. The direct speech “I am tired,” Ada said, becomes:

A. Ada said that I am tired.
B. Ada said that she was tired.
C. Ada says that she was tired.
D. Ada said that she is tired.

50. The passive form of “The police arrested the suspect” is:

A. The suspect arrested the police.
B. The suspect was arrested by the police.
C. The police was arrested by the suspect.
D. The suspect has arrested the police.

51. The passive form of “Someone has stolen my phone” is:

A. My phone has been stolen.
B. My phone was stealing.
C. My phone is stolen someone.
D. My phone has stolen.

52. The reported form of “I will help you,” John said, is:

A. John said that he will help me.
B. John said that he would help me.
C. John says that he would help me.
D. John said that I would help him.

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Punctuation and Expression

53. Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation.

A. The teacher said, “Work hard.”
B. The teacher said “Work hard”.
C. The teacher said, Work hard.
D. The teacher, said “Work hard.”

54. Choose the sentence with correct punctuation.

A. After the meeting we went home.
B. After the meeting, we went home.
C. After, the meeting we went home.
D. After the meeting we, went home.

55. Choose the option with the correct use of “affect”.

A. The rain may affect the journey.
B. The rain may effect the journey.
C. The rain may affected the journey.
D. The rain may affecting the journey.

56. Choose the option with the correct use of “advice”.

A. She gave me a useful advice.
B. She gave me useful advice.
C. She gave me many advices.
D. She advised me an advice.

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Figures of Speech and Writing Skills

57. Which sentence contains a metaphor?

A. The baby slept peacefully.
B. The classroom was a zoo.
C. The boy ran quickly.
D. The bell rang loudly.

58. Which sentence contains a simile?

A. Her voice is music.
B. He fought like a lion.
C. The sun smiled at us.
D. Time is a thief.

59. Which option is an example of personification?

A. The wind whispered through the trees.
B. The car is red.
C. The boy is tall.
D. The river is wide.

60. Choose the sentence with the best formal expression.

A. Send me the file now.
B. I want that file quickly.
C. Kindly forward the requested document at your earliest convenience.
D. Give me the document immediately.

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OBJECTIVE ANSWERS

1. B
2. C
3. B
4. C
5. C
6. B
7. C
8. C
9. C
10. C
11. B
12. C
13. B
14. B
15. B
16. B
17. B
18. C
19. B
20. B
21. B
22. C
23. A
24. B
25. B
26. B
27. C
28. B
29. A
30. B
31. A
32. A
33. B
34. B
35. B
36. B
37. C
38. B
39. C
40. B
41. A
42. A
43. B
44. B
45. B
46. B
47. B
48. B
49. B
50. B
51. A
52. B
53. A
54. B
55. A
56. B
57. B
58. B
59. A
60. C

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SECTION B: THEORY

Question 1: Informal Letter

Your friend has become increasingly dependent on social media and is neglecting schoolwork.

Write a letter to your friend explaining at least four dangers of excessive social media use and suggesting practical ways of achieving a healthier balance between study and social activities.

Suggested Answer / Marking Guide

A good answer should contain:

• Correct informal letter format.
• Appropriate address and date.
• Friendly salutation.
• A clear introduction.
• At least four dangers of excessive social media use.
• Practical recommendations.
• Appropriate informal tone.
• Clear paragraphing.
• Correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• A suitable conclusion.

Possible points include:

1. Distraction from academic work.
2. Reduction in study time.
3. Poor concentration.
4. Sleep disruption.
5. Exposure to misinformation.
6. Cyberbullying.
7. Addiction and excessive screen time.
8. Reduced face-to-face interaction.

Possible solutions include:

1. Creating a study timetable.
2. Setting daily screen-time limits.
3. Turning off unnecessary notifications.
4. Keeping phones away during study periods.
5. Prioritising schoolwork before entertainment.
6. Taking regular breaks from social media.

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Question 2: Formal Letter

Write a letter to the Chairman of your Local Government Council complaining about the poor condition of a major road in your community.

In your letter:

• Describe the condition of the road.
• Explain at least four problems caused by the road.
• Suggest practical measures for solving the problem.

Suggested Answer / Marking Guide

A good answer should contain:

• Correct formal letter format.
• Sender’s address.
• Date.
• Recipient’s address.
• Appropriate salutation.
• Appropriate subject/title.
• Formal language.
• Clear description of the road.
• At least four effects of the bad road.
• Practical recommendations.
• Appropriate closing.

Possible effects include:

• Traffic congestion.
• Vehicle damage.
• Road accidents.
• Difficulty transporting farm produce.
• Increased transport fares.
• Reduced commercial activity.
• Difficulty accessing schools and hospitals.
• Poor movement of people and goods.

Possible solutions include:

• Rehabilitation of the road.
• Construction of drainage systems.
• Resurfacing.
• Regular maintenance.
• Proper supervision of contractors.
• Installation of appropriate road signs.

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Question 3: Article Writing

Write an article suitable for publication in your school’s magazine on the topic:

“How Students Can Develop Effective Study Habits”

Suggested Answer / Marking Guide

A good answer should include:

• A suitable title.
• An engaging introduction.
• Well-developed paragraphs.
• At least five effective study habits.
• Relevant explanations and examples.
• Suitable magazine style.
• A strong conclusion.

Possible points:

1. Create a realistic study timetable.
2. Set clear academic goals.
3. Study in a quiet environment.
4. Take useful notes.
5. Practise past questions.
6. Read widely.
7. Revise regularly.
8. Ask teachers for clarification.
9. Avoid distractions.
10. Get adequate rest.
11. Participate actively in class.
12. Organise study materials properly.

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Question 4: Debate

Write a debate for or against the motion:

“The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Education Will Benefit Students More Than It Will Harm Them.”

Suggested Answer / Marking Guide

A good answer should:

• Clearly state whether the candidate is supporting or opposing the motion.
• Use appropriate debate conventions.
• Present logically developed arguments.
• Provide relevant examples.
• Address opposing arguments where appropriate.
• Maintain clear organisation.
• Use appropriate language.
• End with a strong conclusion.

Arguments supporting the motion may include:

1. AI can provide quick explanations.
2. It can support personalised learning.
3. It can help students practise difficult topics.
4. It can assist with research and brainstorming.
5. It can provide language and accessibility support.

Arguments against the motion may include:

1. Overdependence may weaken independent thinking.
2. AI-generated information can contain errors.
3. Students may use AI for academic dishonesty.
4. Excessive use may reduce research skills.
5. Access to technology may be unequal.

Candidates should develop their arguments rather than merely listing them.

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Question 5: Report Writing

Your school recently organised a one-day career guidance programme for final-year students.

As the Secretary of the organising committee, write a report to the Principal describing:

• The purpose of the programme.
• Activities carried out.
• Students’ response.
• Challenges encountered.
• Recommendations for future programmes.

Suggested Answer / Marking Guide

A good report should contain:

• Appropriate report heading.
• Name/designation of the writer where necessary.
• Name/designation of recipient.
• Purpose of the report.
• Date or period of the programme.
• Description of activities.
• Students’ response.
• Challenges.
• Recommendations.
• Formal and objective language.
• Clear organisation.

Possible activities include:

• Career talks.
• Question-and-answer sessions.
• Guidance counselling.
• Talks by professionals.
• Career exhibitions.
• Interactive discussions.

Possible challenges include:

• Limited time.
• Insufficient materials.
• Poor attendance.
• Inadequate funding.
• Technical problems.

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Question 6: Story Writing

Write a story that ends with the following words:

“That experience taught me that a small act of courage can change the course of a person’s life.”

Suggested Answer / Marking Guide

A good story should contain:

• A clear beginning.
• A logical sequence of events.
• Believable characters.
• An appropriate setting.
• A central conflict or problem.
• Effective development of events.
• A meaningful climax.
• A logical resolution.
• Correct use of tense.
• Appropriate vocabulary.
• Good paragraphing.
• Correct spelling and punctuation.
• The exact required ending.

The final sentence should be connected naturally to the events of the story rather than being added without context.

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GENERAL THEORY MARKING GUIDE

For classroom practice, each theory question may be marked over 35 marks.

Content: 10 Marks

Award marks for:

• Relevance to the topic.
• Completeness.
• Development of ideas.
• Appropriate examples.
• Fulfilment of the specific task.

Organisation: 5 Marks

Award marks for:

• Correct format.
• Paragraphing.
• Logical arrangement.
• Cohesion.
• Appropriate introduction and conclusion.

Expression: 15 Marks

Assess:

• Grammar.
• Vocabulary.
• Sentence construction.
• Appropriate register.
• Clarity.
• Effective expression.

Mechanical Accuracy: 5 Marks

Assess:

• Spelling.
• Punctuation.
• Capitalisation.
• Correct use of written conventions.

Total per theory question: 35 marks

If all six questions are marked:

6 × 35 = 210 marks

Teachers may scale the raw score to suit their classroom assessment.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE REVISION CHECKLIST

Before the examination, candidates should revise:

Grammar

• Concord.
• Tenses.
• Parts of speech.
• Prepositions.
• Articles.
• Pronouns.
• Conjunctions.
• Sentence construction.
• Active and passive voice.
• Direct and reported speech.

Vocabulary

• Synonyms.
• Antonyms.
• Word formation.
• Prefixes and suffixes.
• Commonly confused words.
• Idiomatic expressions.
• Appropriate word usage.

Writing

• Formal letters.
• Informal letters.
• Articles.
• Reports.
• Debates.
• Speeches.
• Narratives.
• Argumentative writing.

Comprehension and Summary

• Identifying main ideas.
• Understanding implied meanings.
• Answering questions in clear language.
• Using your own words where required.
• Identifying relevant points.
• Avoiding unnecessary repetition.
• Writing concise summaries.

General Examination Advice

1. Read every question carefully.
2. Identify exactly what the question requires.
3. Plan your essay before writing.
4. Use paragraphs effectively.
5. Avoid irrelevant information.
6. Check your grammar.
7. Check spelling and punctuation.
8. Use appropriate vocabulary.
9. Keep to the required format.
10. Read through your work before submitting it.

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