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WAEC English Language 2016 Objective — Question 129

Question 129 of 140 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The government paid old salaries.

  • A. A. Did the government pay new salaries?Correct
  • B. B. Did the principal pay new salaries?
  • C. C. Did the government pay new allowances?
  • D. D. Did the government tax new salaries?

Explanation

Emphasis on OLD implies a contrast with 'new'.

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