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2023 BECE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER
MARCH, 2023 NAME:……………………………………
This paper consists of three parts: A, B and C. Answer only one question from Part A, all questions in Part B and C. Your essay should be 250 words long.
PART A: ESSAY (30 MARKS)
Answer only one (1) question from this part
- Write an article for publication in the Daily Times on the topic: “The importance of digital literacy for students in the 21st century”. Outline at least two ways in which students can improve their digital literacy skills.
- As a student leader in your school, you have been asked to give a speech at the school assembly on the topic “The Role of Education in Eradicating Poverty in Developing Countries”. Outline at least three ways in which education can be used to alleviate poverty in developing countries.
- Write a story that ends with the expressions, “…and that’s how I learned that honesty is always the best policy.”
PART B: COMPREHENSION PASSAGE (30MKS)
Answer all questions in this section
Read the following passage carefully and answer all the questions which follow.
Technology has transformed the way we live, work and communicates. In today’s digital age, we are surrounded by smartphones, tablets, and laptops that allow us to access information, communicate with others, and complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
While technology has brought many benefits, there are also some negative aspects to consider. For one, the overuse of technology can lead to social isolation and a lack of face-to-face communication skills. People can become so engrossed in their devices that they neglect important relationships and experiences in the real world.
Another concern is the impact of technology on mental health. Social media can cause anxiety and depression, and the constant barrage of information can be overwhelming for some. In addition, the sedentary lifestyle that often accompanies technology use can lead to physical health problems such as obesity and poor posture.
Despite these concerns, technology continues to evolve and improve. It has revolutionized fields such as medicine, education, and entertainment. Technology has allowed doctors to perform complex surgeries, students to access educational resources from around the world, and people to connect with others who share their interests.
As technology continues to advance, it is important to strike a balance between its benefits and drawbacks. By using technology in moderation and being mindful of its impact on our mental and physical health, we can fully harness its potential to improve our lives.
Answer the questions below:
- How has technology transformed the way we live?
- What are the negative aspects of technology?
- Name two fields that have been revolutionized by technology.
- How can we strike a balance between the benefits and drawbacks of technology?
- Explain the statement below in your own words, “…lack of face-to-face communication”.
- For each of the following words, give another word or phrase that means the same and can fit into the passage:
i. transformed ii. engrossed iii. overwhelming iv. evolve
PART C: LITERATURE (10 MARKS)
PROSE: Debbie, Sandy and Pepe by Lawrance Darmani
- Who said “birds fell comfortable outside than in cages
- Which bird were said to be sent during war?
- Where did Debbie and Sandy meet during lunch time at school?
- The expression “she wriggled her finger like a worm” is an example of ..
POEM: Minor Bird by Robert Frost
Read the Extract below and answer the questions.
“The fault must partly been in me
The bird was not to blame for his key”
- Describe how the speaker feels
- When did the speaker decide to clap at the bird?
- The attitude of the speaker in stanza 1 and 2 can be described as
- State any two literary devices used in the poem
SHORT STORY: A Day’s Wait by Ernest Hemmingway
- Why was Schatz so tensed about his situation?
- “You would have been sleeping at this time of the day….” Who made this statement?
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OBJECTIVES (30 MARKS)
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
SECTION A
From the alternatives letters A to D, choose the one which most suitably completes each sentence.
- You must ……. Into the case to find the truth (a) turn (b) break (c) go (d) get
- Jacob said that the girl would recognize the car, …………….? (a) will she (b) wasn’t she (c) wouldn’t she (d) didn’t she
- If you had waited for five minutes longer, you …… her (a) will not help (b) would not have helped (c) would not help (d) would have helped
- Either Williams or her sister …….. the book you want. (a) do has (b) has (c) does have (d) have
- It is time we …….. for the party (a) will leave (b) have to leave (c) left (d) leave
- You had better ………. The table you broke. (a) repairing (b) to repair (c) repair (d) repaired
- You can tell a man ……… his appearance. (a) of (b) at (c) by (d) with
- No sooner …….. it started to rain. (a) when he arrived home (b) than he arrived home (c) had he arrived home than (d) did he arrive home when
- The tomatoes are fresh ……….. a few are rotten. (a) therefore (b) but (c) so (d) and
- The head teacher dedicated the passage …….. (a) much too fast (b) fast too much (c) fast much too (d) too much fast
- Sampson has just bought a ………. bag (a) new black leather (b) leather black bag (c) new leather black (d) black new leather
- Of these girls, Judith is the ………. (a) tall (b) most taller (c) taller (d) tallest
- ……………. turned out for the rally because of the poor publicity. (a) Few (b) Quite a few (c) A few (d) Only fewer
- I’m sorry, I can’t find ……….. of the two books you lent me. (a) any (b) either (c) each (d) neither
- The seven contestants shook hands with ………….. (a) each other (b) another (c) themselves (d) one another
SECTION B
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
- He passed out during the athletics. (a) fainted (b) perspired (c) was conscious (d) was worn – out
- The goods of the women were impounded. (a) spoilt (b) seized (c) bought (d) sold
- I endorsed the nomination of Williams for the post. (a) hated (b) rejected (c) disapproved (d) approved
- He disappeared after the robbery. (a) surfaced (b) vanished (c) vanish (d) vanishing
- Good singing includes voicing the lyrics. (a) improves (b) impacts (c) excludes (d) involves
SECTION C
In each of the following sentences a group of words have been underlined, choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one that best explain the underlined group of words.
- My Dad said his account is in the red. This means that my Dad ………… (a) wants his money (b) is in need of money (c) has a lot of money (d) is in debt
- The minister’s days are numbered. This means that the minister ……(a) is dead (b) is resigning (c) time is extended (d) time is coming to an end
- Many Ghanaians in the street feels the economic hardship. This means that many Ghanaians are ……… (a) ordinary (b) popular (c) notorious (d) poor
- Kubi seems to be green in his new job. This means that Kubi is……….(a) smart (b) inexperience (c) an expert (d) fresh
- Your effort will come to no good. This means that your effort will…………. (a) improve slowly (b) stop quickly (c) stay on course (d) end badly
SECTION D
From the list of words fettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the world underlined in each.
- The preacher wants us to be generous to the poor. (a) friendly (b) benevolent (c) mean (d) nice
- Those who want to emigrate must consider it again. (a) decide (b) stay (c) leave (d) stop
- The picture had familiar faces. (a) great (b) sacred (c) strange (d) clean
- All that you said was unnecessary. (a) essential (b) unimportant (c) illegal (d) uncalled
- We should hold on until he comes. (a) hold off (b) go on (c) get off (d) set back
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