Question 48
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2019
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EDO_L1
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objective
Write a persuasive paragraph (80‑100 words) urging your school principal to introduce a weekly "Reading Club" for students. Your paragraph must:
1. State a clear claim.
2. Provide at least two supporting reasons, each illustrated with a specific example.
3. Include a counter‑argument and refute it.
4. Use at least one rhetorical question and one parallel structure.
Do not exceed 100 words.
Answer Options
A.
Claim: The school should start a weekly Music Club. Reason 1: Regular music practice enhances creativity; for example, students who practiced an instrument weekly composed pieces that earned top marks. Reason 2: It encourages collaboration; during a pilot club, groups performed a choir piece that won the regional contest. Counter‑argument: Some may say the timetable is already full, yet the club can replace the 30‑minute free‑play period without affecting core subjects. Isn't it worth dedicating a slot to harmony? By singing together, we listen, we harmonize, we inspire.
B.
Claim: The school should start a weekly Sports Club. Reason 1: Regular physical activity improves health; for example, students who jog each week had 10 % lower absenteeism last term. Reason 2: It builds leadership; during a pilot club, teams organized a mini‑tournament that won the district award. Counter‑argument: Some may say the timetable is already full, yet the club can replace the 30‑minute art period without affecting core subjects. Isn't it better to prioritize fitness? By playing together, we train, we compete, we win.
C.
Claim: The school should start a weekly Homework Help Club. Reason 1: Regular tutoring improves grades; for example, students who attended a study session each week raised their math scores by 12 %. Reason 2: It fosters peer support; during a pilot club, groups solved problems together and earned the school a commendation. Counter‑argument: Some may say the timetable is already full, yet the club can replace the 30‑minute free‑play period without affecting core subjects. Isn't it sensible to allocate time for academic assistance? By studying together, we question, we solve, we succeed.
Correct Answer
D.
Claim: The school should start a weekly Reading Club. Reason 1: Regular reading improves vocabulary; for example, students who read a novel each week scored 15 % higher on language tests last term. Reason 2: It fosters teamwork; during a pilot club, groups discussed stories and produced a joint presentation that won the inter‑school contest. Counter‑argument: Some may say the timetable is already full, yet the club can replace the 30‑minute free‑play period without affecting core subjects. Isn't it worth investing a short slot for lifelong benefits? By reading together, we learn, we share, we grow.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
Claim: The school should start a weekly Reading Club. Reason 1: Regular reading improves vocabulary; for example, students who read a novel each week scored 15 % higher on language tests last term. Reason 2: It fosters teamwork; during a pilot club, groups discussed stories and produced a joint presentation that won the inter‑school contest. Counter‑argument: Some may say the timetable is already full, yet the club can replace the 30‑minute free‑play period without affecting core subjects. Isn't it worth investing a short slot for lifelong benefits? By reading together, we learn, we share, we grow.
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2019
Edo L1
Question 48.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2019
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Edo L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
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