BECE 2003 English Language Past Questions and Answers
The BECE 2003 English Language paper has 39 objective and 4 theory questions. Here are sample objective questions with the correct answers and explanations. Sit the full paper with the real time limit on ePrep.
Sample questions with answers
12. SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Abass was not selected to play because he had little stamina.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Abass was not selected to play because he had little stamina.
- A. love
- B. potential
- C. endurance.
- D. skill.
Answer: C. endurance.
Answer: C. 'Stamina' is the strength to keep going — endurance.
Answer: C. 'Stamina' is the strength to keep going — endurance.
13. SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The town was deserted after the war.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The town was deserted after the war.
- A. destroyed
- B. built
- C. quiet
- D. abandoned
Answer: D. abandoned
Answer: D. A 'deserted' town has been left empty — abandoned.
Answer: D. A 'deserted' town has been left empty — abandoned.
14. SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The police interrogated the suspect at the police station.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The police interrogated the suspect at the police station.
- A. warned
- B. questioned
- C. detained
- D. beat
Answer: B. questioned
Answer: B. To 'interrogate' is to question closely.
Answer: B. To 'interrogate' is to question closely.
15. SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
John was impressed with Joana's gift.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
John was impressed with Joana's gift.
- A. moved
- B. deceived
- C. calmed
- D. pleased
Answer: D. pleased
Answer: D. To be 'impressed with' a gift is to be pleased by it.
Answer: D. To be 'impressed with' a gift is to be pleased by it.
16. SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Most doctors are cautious in treating patients.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Most doctors are cautious in treating patients.
- A. careful
- B. good
- C. experienced
- D. friendly
Answer: A. careful
Answer: A. 'Cautious' means careful.
Answer: A. 'Cautious' means careful.
17. SECTION C
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
The chairman was disturbed because only fifteen members turned up for the meeting. This means that fifteen members ...... the meeting.
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
The chairman was disturbed because only fifteen members turned up for the meeting. This means that fifteen members ...... the meeting.
- A. attended
- B. avoided
- C. postponed
- D. disturbed
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18. SECTION C
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
Tony held his tongue for an hour before speaking. This means that Tony
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
Tony held his tongue for an hour before speaking. This means that Tony
- A. was angry.
- B. was happy.
- C. smiled for a while.
- D. kept quiet.
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19. SECTION C
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
Jones will let the cat out of the bag if he is invited. This means he will ......
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
Jones will let the cat out of the bag if he is invited. This means he will ......
- A. cause trouble.
- B. confuse everybody.
- C. reveal the secret.
- D. release the cat.
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20. SECTION C
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
The P.T.A chairman cleared the air about the increase in dues. This means that he
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
The P.T.A chairman cleared the air about the increase in dues. This means that he
- A. explained why there was an increase.
- B. announced the increase.
- C. published the increase in the papers.
- D. was sorry about the increase.
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21. SECTION C
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
Charles Taylor's short missed its target by a hair's breadth. This means that
In each of the following sentences a word or group of words has been underlined. Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explains the underlined word or group of words.
Charles Taylor's short missed its target by a hair's breadth. This means that
- A. he shot wide.
- B. the goal was disallowed.
- C. he nearly scored a goal.
- D. the keeper caught the ball.
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