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WAEC English Language 2021 Theory — Question 14

Question 14 of 16 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2021 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Comprehension 6(i). For each of the following words, find another word or phrase which means the same and which can replace it as it is used in the passage: (i) relax; (ii) shocked; (iii) confident; (iv) refunded; (v) reveals; (vi) struggling.

Model answer

(i) relax — rest, ease. (ii) shocked — surprised, amazed, stunned. (iii) confident — bold, assertive. (iv) refunded — paid back, repaid. (v) reveals — discloses, unveils. (vi) struggling — trying, striving, grappling.

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