Question 19
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2021
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IGBO_L1
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objective
Read the passage below and answer the four questions that follow.
"Chinedu had always relied on his mobile phone for school work. He used it to download textbooks, watch tutorial videos, and communicate with teachers. One day, the school announced a new policy that limited phone use during lessons, allowing devices only during breaks. At first, Chinedu felt frustrated, fearing he would lose access to valuable resources. However, he soon discovered that the restriction encouraged him to take better notes, ask more questions in class, and use the library's computers. By the end of the term, his grades improved, and he realized that the phone was a helpful tool only when used wisely."
Questions:
1. What is the main idea of the passage?
2. How does Chinedu's attitude change after the policy is introduced?
3. In the passage, the word "encouraged" most nearly means?
4. What is the author's purpose in writing this passage?
Answer Options
A.
1. The passage shows that using mobile‑phone use during lessons always harms learning.
2. Chinedu becomes more resentful and stops studying after the policy.
3. In this context, "encouraged" means "forced".
4. The author wants to persuade schools to ban phones completely.
B.
1. The passage describes how mobile phones directly improve grades.
2. Chinedu becomes indifferent to the new policy and continues his habits.
3. In this passage, "encouraged" means "ignored".
4. The author writes to inform readers about the new school policy.
Correct Answer
C.
1. The passage explains that limiting mobile‑phone use during lessons can push a student to develop better study habits and achieve higher grades.
2. Chinedu moves from frustration to a more positive outlook, recognizing the restriction as a chance to improve his learning.
3. In this context, "encouraged" means "motivated" or "prompted".
4. The author aims to show that while technology is useful, appropriate limits can lead to more effective learning.
D.
1. The passage argues that mobile phones are unnecessary for education.
2. Chinedu's attitude stays the same; he remains frustrated throughout.
3. "Encouraged" most nearly means "discouraged".
4. The author's purpose is to criticize technology in schools.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
1. The passage explains that limiting mobile‑phone use during lessons can push a student to develop better study habits and achieve higher grades.
2. Chinedu moves from frustration to a more positive outlook, recognizing the restriction as a chance to improve his learning.
3. In this context, "encouraged" means "motivated" or "prompted".
4. The author aims to show that while technology is useful, appropriate limits can lead to more effective learning.
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2021
Igbo L1
Question 19.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2021
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Igbo L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
.