BECE English Language Past Question Quizzes

English Language Quizzes

The BECE (Basic Education Certificate Examination) English Language paper is more than just a test, it’s a gateway to your academic future. From grammar rules to essay writing, the exam demands a mix of precision, creativity, and critical thinking. While textbooks and notes are essential, practicing past questions is the unsung hero of effective exam preparation.

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BECE English Language

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence.

He has a violent temper

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The doctor said she ……………if she had not kept strictly to her diet.

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The doctor gave ………………….to the patient

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Atsu is looking forward to ……….his friends at the party.

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Choose from the alternatives, the one that best explains the highlighted group of words.

The manager’s decision on the matter is cut and dried.

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Walking in the rain is not good, ……………….?

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Choose from the alternatives, the one that best explains the highlighted group of words.

For all his brilliance, Kofi could not solve the problem.

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The harder you study, ……..your chance of success.

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Choose from the alternatives, the one that best explains the underlined group of words.

Awuni normally feels at home in my house. This means that Awuni

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Kofi travelled five days ……….

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A lyric is usually fairly short and

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Kwame’s uncle, with his three friends, ………coming home tomorrow.

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The new airport ………………next year.

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This amount is all ………I have on me.

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence.

He had applied for a permanent job.

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence

The minister is sincere in his promise.

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The place and time of the action of a play or novel is its

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I wouldn’t say this to …….

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A character in a play that opposes the hero or heroine is the

20 / 40

Choose from the alternatives, the nearest in meaning to the highlighted word in the sentence.

It was forecast that there would be floods this year.

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Choose from the alternatives, the nearest in meaning to the highlighted word in the sentence.

The radio is a very potent means of communication.

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence.

Unlike his sister, Ackah is stingy.

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Miming refers to

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence.

That is a genuine painting

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I told you to leave my office, …….I?

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Choose from the alternatives, the nearest in meaning to the highlighted word in the sentence.

Armed robbery is a very risky undertaking.

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Mrs. Akwei is blind ………the faults of her children.

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence.

Aminata is boastful about her beauty.

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A good novel or play both entertains and

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Go over your work carefully, …………….. you?

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Choose from the alternatives, the nearest in meaning to the highlighted word in the sentence.

Farming is lucrative.

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Human beings will not live forever, ………………?

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Choose from the alternatives, the nearest in meaning to the highlighted word in the sentence.

About fifty houses were demolished to make way for the new road.

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“The fair breeze blew; the white foam flew,
The furrow followed free;
We were the first that burst
Into the silent sea.”

The dominant sound device used in the extract is

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“O incomprehensible God!
Shall my pilot be
My inborn stars to that
Final call to thee?”

The poem is a kind of

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A character that develops in a play or novel in the course of the work is known as

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The minister is my ……….brother.

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This vase is made …………glass.

39 / 40

Choose from the alternatives, the nearest in meaning to the highlighted word in the sentence.

The recklessness of the driver caused the woman’s death.

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Choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word highlighted in each sentence.

The soldier climbed the mountain carefully

Your score is

The average score is 63%

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Why Practice With Past Question Quizzes

Master the Exam Format

Past questions are like a roadmap to the BECE English paper. They show you exactly what to expect: the types of comprehension passages, recurring grammar topics, and essay themes that examiners love. For example, if you notice that “direct and indirect speech” appears every year, you’ll know to prioritize it. Familiarity with the format means fewer surprises on exam day—and more confidence!

Boost Time Management Skills

The BECE English exam isn’t just about knowing answers—it’s about delivering them quickly. By practicing past questions under timed conditions, you’ll learn to pace yourself. For instance, you might realize that spending 15 minutes on a comprehension passage leaves you rushing through essays. Adjusting your timing during practice ensures you’ll glide through the real exam smoothly.

Identify Your Weaknesses

Everyone has topics that trip them up. Maybe prepositions confuse you, or summarizing passages feels overwhelming. Past questions act like a spotlight, revealing exactly where you need to improve. If you keep missing questions about antonyms, you’ll know to revisit vocabulary lists. Turning weaknesses into strengths is how top students score high!

Learn from Examiner Expectations

Past questions come with answer keys, and these are gold. They show you how examiners award marks—like preferring concise essay introductions or deducting points for spelling errors. Studying these patterns helps you tailor your answers to what graders want. Pro tip: Compare your essays to high-scoring samples to spot gaps in structure or clarity.

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