BECE 2008 English Language Past Questions and Answers
The BECE 2008 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.
Ama was persuaded by her brother to change her course.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Ama was persuaded by her brother to change her course.
- A. convinced
- B. commanded
- C. told
- D. advised
Answer: A. convinced
Answer: A. To be 'persuaded' is to be convinced by argument.
Answer: A. To be 'persuaded' is to be convinced by argument.
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.
The talented footballer scored three goals.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The talented footballer scored three goals.
- A. trained
- B. serious
- C. gifted
- D. skilled
Answer: C. gifted
Answer: C. 'Talented' means having a natural ability — gifted.
Answer: C. 'Talented' means having a natural ability — gifted.
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.
Araba was saddened because she failed to win the beauty contest.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Araba was saddened because she failed to win the beauty contest.
- A. furious
- B. amazed
- C. excited
- D. sorrowful
Answer: D. sorrowful
Answer: D. 'Saddened' means made sad — sorrowful.
Answer: D. 'Saddened' means made sad — sorrowful.
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.
Charles behaved in an unruly manner towards the teacher.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Charles behaved in an unruly manner towards the teacher.
- A. impolite
- B. strange
- C. indecent
- D. wicked
Answer: A. impolite
Answer: A. 'Unruly' behaviour is disorderly and disrespectful — impolite towards the teacher.
Answer: A. 'Unruly' behaviour is disorderly and disrespectful — impolite towards the teacher.
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.
My mother is very enthusiastic about my success.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
My mother is very enthusiastic about my success.
- A. anxious
- B. frank
- C. aware
- D. hopeful
Answer: D. hopeful
Answer: D. 'Enthusiastic' shows eager, positive feeling about something. Of the options, 'hopeful' carries that positive expectation; 'anxious' suggests worry.
Answer: D. 'Enthusiastic' shows eager, positive feeling about something. Of the options, 'hopeful' carries that positive expectation; 'anxious' suggests worry.
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.
The accused died without clearing his name. This means, the man did not
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 accused died without clearing his name. This means, the man did not
- A. prove his innocence.
- B. erase his name.
- C. make a will.
- D. prove his case.
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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.
The teacher advised us to go over our work before submitting them. This means the teacher asked us to ...... our work.
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 teacher advised us to go over our work before submitting them. This means the teacher asked us to ...... our work.
- A. rewrite.
- B. remember.
- C. repeat.
- D. review.
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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.
You didn't have to be so high and mighty about your own opinion. This means
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.
You didn't have to be so high and mighty about your own opinion. This means
- A. positive.
- B. confused.
- C. strong.
- D. arrogant.
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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.
Mr. Ala urged Peter and Paul to mend their fences. This means Peter and Paul should
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.
Mr. Ala urged Peter and Paul to mend their fences. This means Peter and Paul should
- A. repair their broken fences.
- B. make peace.
- C. be careful.
- D. defend themselves.
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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.
He was asked not to attend the party but he turned a deaf ear to the advice. This means that he ...... the advice.
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.
He was asked not to attend the party but he turned a deaf ear to the advice. This means that he ...... the advice.
- A. did not hear
- B. laugh at
- C. was angry at
- D. ignored
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