WAEC is not just about hard work—it’s about smart work. Every year, some questions repeat with little or no changes. So if you want to pass WAEC 2025 in one sitting, you must study the most repeated WAEC questions across all core subjects.
This blog post reveals those golden questions you must not ignore before walking into the exam hall. Whether you're a science, arts, or commercial student—this list will sharpen your focus and boost your confidence.
Most Repeated WAEC Questions You Must Study (Subject-by-Subject)
English Language
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Topic |
Likely Questions to Expect |
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Comprehension |
Summarizing passages, meanings of words, author’s tone |
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Lexis & Structure |
Synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction |
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Essay Writing |
Letter to a friend, school principal, newspaper editor |
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Oral English |
Vowel/consonant sounds, stress patterns, intonation |
Tip: Practice at least 10 essay questions from past papers. Focus on clear, grammatically correct writing.
Mathematics
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Topic |
Question Patterns |
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Algebra |
Solve equations, expand & simplify expressions |
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Geometry |
Angle properties, circle theorems |
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Trigonometry |
Sine, cosine, tangent calculations, bearings |
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Statistics |
Mean, mode, median, bar chart interpretation |
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Number & Numeration |
BODMAS, indices, standard form, base conversion |
Tip: Time yourself while solving. WAEC math is about speed and accuracy.
Biology
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Topic |
Likely Question Focus |
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Cell & its Environment |
Functions of organelles, osmosis, diffusion |
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Nutrition |
Photosynthesis, digestion, food classes |
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Reproduction |
Human & plant reproduction processes |
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Genetics |
Mendel’s laws, Punnett square, variation |
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Ecology |
Food chains, energy flow, pollution effects |
Tip: Draw and label diagrams from memory—cell structure, digestive system, reproductive organs, etc.
Chemistry
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Topic |
What’s Frequently Asked |
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Acids, Bases & Salts |
pH scale, neutralization, indicators |
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Organic Chemistry |
Naming and drawing structures of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes |
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Atomic Structure |
Proton, neutron, electron arrangement |
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Chemical Reactions |
Balancing equations, identifying reaction types |
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Periodic Table |
Group trends, periods, properties of elements |
Tip: Understand reaction patterns, especially with acid-base and redox reactions.
Physics
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Topic |
WAEC-Style Questions |
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Motion & Forces |
Calculating speed, acceleration, Newton's laws |
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Energy |
Kinetic, potential, conservation of energy |
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Electricity |
Ohm’s law, circuits, resistance |
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Heat |
Expansion, conduction, convection, radiation |
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Waves & Sound |
Properties of waves, echoes, reflection/refraction |
Tip: Memorize formulas and units. Always show workings to earn full marks.
Literature-in-English (For Arts Students)
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Area |
What to Focus On |
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Poetry |
Poetic devices, themes, tone |
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Prose |
Plot, characters, themes |
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Drama |
Playwright’s message, dramatic techniques |
Tip: Understand at least 2 texts in-depth. Don’t rely on summaries alone.
Economics / Government (For Commercial & Arts Students)
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Subject |
Hot Topics to Revise |
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Economics |
Demand/supply, market types, inflation, national income |
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Government |
Constitution, arms of government, colonialism, rule of law |
Bonus Tips: How to Use These Questions Effectively
- Solve at least 5 years of WAEC past papers per subject
- Practice under timed conditions
- Don’t just cram—understand the concept behind each answer
- Review your mistakes and retest yourself
- Form a small study group to explain and quiz each other
Conclusion
WAEC success is not about studying everything—it’s about studying the right things. The questions listed above have appeared over and over again in previous exams. If you focus on mastering them, you’ll walk into that hall 10x more confident and ready to pass in one sitting.
