BECE 2005 English Language Past Questions and Answers
The BECE 2005 English Language paper has 40 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
11. SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Our dependable goalkeeper saved us from disgrace.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Our dependable goalkeeper saved us from disgrace.
- A. reliable
- B. tall
- C. smart
- D. muscular
Answer: A. reliable
Answer: A. 'Dependable' means can be relied on — reliable.
Answer: A. 'Dependable' means can be relied on — reliable.
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.
A neutral referee handled the final match.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
A neutral referee handled the final match.
- A. foreign
- B. local
- C. impartial
- D. athletic
Answer: C. impartial
Answer: C. A 'neutral' referee supports neither side — impartial.
Answer: C. A 'neutral' referee supports neither side — impartial.
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 pupils were jubilating because they had passed their examinations.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The pupils were jubilating because they had passed their examinations.
- A. singing
- B. shouting
- C. dancing
- D. rejoicing
Answer: D. rejoicing
Answer: D. To 'jubilate' is to celebrate joyfully — rejoice.
Answer: D. To 'jubilate' is to celebrate joyfully — rejoice.
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.
Kuuki's dream is to become a celebrated musician.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Kuuki's dream is to become a celebrated musician.
- A. gospel
- B. rich
- C. famous
- D. reggae
Answer: C. famous
Answer: C. 'Celebrated' means widely known and praised — famous.
Answer: C. 'Celebrated' means widely known and praised — famous.
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.
Appiah is a talented football player.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Appiah is a talented football player.
- A. strong
- B. gifted
- C. dull
- D. lucky
Answer: B. gifted
Answer: B. 'Talented' means gifted.
Answer: B. 'Talented' means gifted.
16. 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.
Andy returned to school after playing truant for three days. This means that Andy was ......
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.
Andy returned to school after playing truant for three days. This means that Andy was ......
- A. expelled.
- B. kidnapped.
- C. deliberately absent.
- D. very sick.
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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.
Ama was the only one who was close-lipped about the theft. This means that Ama ......
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.
Ama was the only one who was close-lipped about the theft. This means that Ama ......
- A. did not cry.
- B. was serious.
- C. did not talk.
- D. was relaxed.
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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.
Issah was asked to toe the line or quit the team. This means that Issah was asked to
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.
Issah was asked to toe the line or quit the team. This means that Issah was asked to
- A. apologize.
- B. resign.
- C. change.
- D. obey.
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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.
The students were advised to give up smoking. This means that the students were asked to ...... smoking.
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 students were advised to give up smoking. This means that the students were asked to ...... smoking.
- A. suspend
- B. stop
- C. prevent
- D. hate
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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.
Mrs. Vesa has a heart of gold. This means that Mrs. Vesa is very ......
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.
Mrs. Vesa has a heart of gold. This means that Mrs. Vesa is very ......
- A. bright.
- B. clever.
- C. kind.
- D. smart.
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