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WAEC English Language 2020 Objective — Question 2

Question 2 of 80 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The audience applauded the last speaker, but the first was ______.

  • A. booedCorrect
  • B. rejected
  • C. abused
  • D. scorned

Explanation

The verb 'applauded' refers to shouting and clapping in appreciation. The opposite is 'booed', which is shouting derisively, especially at a stage show or sports event, to indicate disapproval.

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