BECE 2009 English Language Past Questions and Answers
The BECE 2009 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.
The house by sea has been abandoned.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The house by sea has been abandoned.
- A. deserted
- B. destroyed
- C. infested
- D. robbed
Answer: A. deserted
Answer: A. An 'abandoned' house has been left empty — deserted.
Answer: A. An 'abandoned' house has been left empty — deserted.
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.
Most Ghanaians were optimistic about the Black Stars winning the African Cup.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Most Ghanaians were optimistic about the Black Stars winning the African Cup.
- A. reasonable
- B. happy
- C. concerned
- D. hopeful
Answer: D. hopeful
Answer: D. 'Optimistic' means expecting a good result — hopeful.
Answer: D. 'Optimistic' means expecting a good result — hopeful.
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 indigenous people provided the labour during the building of the school.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The indigenous people provided the labour during the building of the school.
- A. skilled
- B. native
- C. expatriate
- D. urban
Answer: B. native
Answer: B. 'Indigenous' people are the original people of a place — natives.
Answer: B. 'Indigenous' people are the original people of a place — natives.
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 effort of the watchman which led to the arrest of the thieves was laudable.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The effort of the watchman which led to the arrest of the thieves was laudable.
- A. quick
- B. real
- C. constant
- D. praiseworthy
Answer: D. praiseworthy
Answer: D. 'Laudable' means deserving praise — praiseworthy.
Answer: D. 'Laudable' means deserving praise — praiseworthy.
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.
Our parents deserve our appreciation.
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
Our parents deserve our appreciation.
- A. assistance
- B. gratitude
- C. concern
- D. encouragement
Answer: B. gratitude
Answer: B. 'Appreciation' here means thankfulness — gratitude.
Answer: B. 'Appreciation' here means thankfulness — gratitude.
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.
Mr. Taiwoo took the clerk to task for losing the letters. This means that Mr. Taiwoo
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. Taiwoo took the clerk to task for losing the letters. This means that Mr. Taiwoo
- A. sacked the clerk.
- B. blamed the clerk.
- C. called the clerk a criminal.
- D. gave the clerk another work.
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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 quarrel got out of hand. This means that the quarrel
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 quarrel got out of hand. This means that the quarrel
- A. became uncontrollable.
- B. was prolonged.
- C. became boring.
- D. was unhealthy.
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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.
On seeing the headmaster, the girl took to her heels. This means that the girl
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.
On seeing the headmaster, the girl took to her heels. This means that the girl
- A. fainted.
- B. felt frightened.
- C. ran away.
- D. hid herself.
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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.
Joseph lives within a stone's throw from the station. This means that Joseph
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.
Joseph lives within a stone's throw from the station. This means that Joseph
- A. lives in a stony house.
- B. lives very close to the station.
- C. goes to the station.
- D. often throws stones at the station.
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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.
All his plans for building a new theatre came to naught. 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.
All his plans for building a new theatre came to naught. This means that
- A. the theatre was built.
- B. his plans were unsuccessful.
- C. the building collapsed.
- D. there was nothing in the theatre.
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