Practice bece model questions vol1 edo_l1 2022 Past Questions

Question 1 View Details

In the village of Owan, a traditional marriage follows a set of age and dowry rules. The bride's age is always three years more than the combined ages of her two younger siblings. The younger siblings are 4 and 6 years old. The groom must be exactly five years older than the bride. According to the Edo State Marriage Act, both parties must be at least 18 years old to marry legally. Based on the information above, is the marriage legal? Answer Yes or No.

A. Affirmative

B. Correct

C. Yes

Correct D. No

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2 View Details

When the new drip‑irrigation system was introduced in the village of Igbara, only a few households tried it at first. By the end of the first month, 45 households had installed the system. Over the next eleven months, another 30 households decided to adopt it after seeing the early successes. The remaining households continued using the traditional flood method. What fraction of the village's households had adopted the new irrigation technique by the end of the first year? Express your answer in lowest terms.

A. 5\/6

B. 7\/8

Correct C. 5/8

D. 3\/8

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3 View Details

A community is planning to build a school. The project manager suggests postponing the purchase of building materials until after the rainy season, arguing that the delay will not affect the timeline. Some villagers argue that waiting will increase costs and cause further delays. Which proverb best advises the project manager, and what specific action does it recommend? Provide the proverb and a brief action phrase (no more than five words).

A. Better late than never; wait until dry

Correct B. A stitch in time; purchase materials now

C. Make hay while the sun shines; buy materials later

D. Don't count your chickens; postpone purchase

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4 View Details

The forest reserve of Ekpoma originally covered 2,400 hectares. Over the past ten years, satellite images show that each year an average of 48 hectares of forest has been cleared for timber and agriculture. If the current rate continues, the reserve will be completely lost in a number of years equal to the remaining forest area divided by the annual loss. How many more years will it take for the forest reserve to disappear completely at the present rate? Give your answer as a whole number of years.

A. 50

Correct B. 40

C. 45

D. 30

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5 View Details

Oba Ewuare I, who reigned over the Benin Kingdom, is credited with many reforms. Historical records indicate that he ascended the throne three years after the death of his predecessor, Oba Ohen. The predecessor died in the year that marked the beginning of the 16th century's third decade. In which calendar year did Oba Ewuare I become king? Provide the four‑digit year.

A. 1522

B. 1526

Correct C. 1523

D. 1524

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6 View Details

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows. "During the dry season, Ama noticed that the mangoes harvested early were often bruised by the time they reached the market, while those picked later were sweeter but fewer in number. To maximise profit, she decided to keep the early harvest in a shaded storage area for three days before selling them, and to sell the later harvest immediately." According to the passage, what is the main advantage Ama gains by storing the early‑harvest mangoes for three days before sale?

A. It allows Ama to stagger sales, ensuring a steady cash flow throughout the week.

B. It reduces the quantity of fruit that must be sold at once, preventing market oversupply.

Correct C. It allows the bruises to heal, improving the mangoes' appearance and therefore their market price.

D. It gives the mangoes time to ripen further, making them sweeter and more appealing to buyers.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7 View Details

Provide a single word that is closest in meaning to the word "meticulous".

A. quick

B. reckless

C. lazy

Correct D. careful

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8 View Details

In Edo culture, the Igue festival marks the end of the year and includes a rite where the Oba presents a new yam to the people. Based on this description, what is the primary social function of the Igue festival?

A. To choose the next heir to the throne through competitive games held during the festival.

Correct B. To reinforce the Oba's authority and promote communal unity through shared celebration.

C. To serve as a marketplace where neighboring villages trade goods and services.

D. To honor the yam harvest and guarantee a plentiful crop for the coming year.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9 View Details

Identify the grammatical error in the sentence below and rewrite it correctly. "She don't like playing football on rainy days."

Correct A. She doesn't like playing football on rainy days.

B. She doesn't likes playing football on rainy days.

C. She doesn't like playing football on rainy day.

D. She doesn't like to playing football on rainy days.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10 View Details

Rewrite the following sentence in passive voice while keeping the same time reference. "The committee will have reviewed all the applications before announcing the successful candidates next month."

A. All the applications have been reviewed by the committee before the successful candidates are announced next month.

Correct B. All the applications will have been reviewed by the committee before the successful candidates are announced next month.

C. All the applications will have been reviewed by the committee before the successful candidates will be announced next month.

D. All the applications will be reviewed by the committee before the successful candidates are announced next month.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11 View Details

Read the passage below and answer the question. "Obinna, a farmer from the village, usually took his vegetables to the market on Saturdays. This week, however, he left early on Thursday. He told his wife that the weather forecast warned of a heavy downpour that could damage the crops if they waited until the usual market day. Determined not to lose his produce, he hurried to the market to sell before the rain arrived." What is the main reason Obinna decided to sell his produce early?

A. Because his wife insisted he go to the market early.

B. Because he wanted to avoid the weekend crowd at the market.

Correct C. Because the forecast warned of a heavy downpour that could spoil the crops.

D. Because the market was offering a discount on vegetables.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12 View Details

Convert the following direct speech into reported (indirect) speech: The teacher said, "You must submit your assignment by Friday."

Correct A. The teacher told us that we had to submit our assignment by Friday.

B. The teacher told us to submit our assignment by Friday.

C. The teacher told us that we must submit our assignment by Friday.

D. The teacher said we had to submit our assignment by Friday.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13 View Details

Write a short paragraph of about 80 words describing the benefits of reading daily. Use at least three linking words such as "moreover", "however", and "therefore" in your paragraph.

A. Reading daily replaces physical exercise, which can cause weight gain and lower stamina. Moreover, the information overload can confuse rather than clarify ideas. However, while some think it broadens horizons, it may also reinforce stereotypes. Therefore, avoiding daily reading helps maintain a balanced lifestyle.

Correct B. Reading daily expands your vocabulary, allowing you to express ideas more precisely. Moreover, it stimulates the imagination, transporting you to worlds beyond your own. However, some may think reading takes too much time, but even a few pages each day can be rewarding. Therefore, incorporating regular reading into your routine not only improves language skills but also provides relaxation and mental clarity.

C. Reading daily distracts students from practical skills like cooking and budgeting, leading to poorer life management. Moreover, excessive reading can increase anxiety about fictional scenarios. However, although it appears to boost vocabulary, it often introduces outdated slang. Therefore, skipping daily reading is advisable for modern communication.

D. Reading daily often leads to eye strain and fatigue, making it harder to focus on other tasks. Moreover, it can isolate you from friends because you spend too much time with books. However, some claim it improves memory, but research shows it may actually reduce attention span. Therefore, limiting reading to once a month is better for overall well‑being.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14 View Details

Explain the cultural significance of the Igbo New Yam Festival (Iri Ji) in terms of community bonding and thanksgiving.

Correct A. The Igbo New Yam Festival celebrates the first harvest of yams, a staple crop. It unites the community as families and neighbours gather to share yams, perform traditional dances, and feast together, strengthening social bonds. At the same time, the festival serves as a thanksgiving ceremony; offerings are presented to ancestors and deities to thank them for the harvest and to ask for continued blessings, linking gratitude with communal solidarity.

B. During the Igbo New Yam Festival, the main focus is on hunting rituals to ensure future game abundance. Community members gather to share meat rather than yams, and the dances honor hunting deities. Thanksgiving is directed toward the forest spirits for successful hunts, not for the yam harvest, which is considered a secondary element.

C. The Igbo New Yam Festival is primarily a wedding ceremony where couples exchange yams as gifts, symbolizing fertility. It brings families together mainly to arrange marriages, and the dances are performed to celebrate new unions rather than harvest. Offerings are made to the spirits of ancestors to bless the marriage, linking nuptial joy with community ties.

D. The Igbo New Yam Festival serves as a political gathering where village leaders discuss land disputes. While food is served, the primary purpose is to negotiate boundaries, and the sharing of yams is symbolic of wealth distribution. The thanksgiving aspect is limited to thanking the chief for his leadership, rather than honoring ancestors or the harvest.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15 View Details

Identify the part of speech of the underlined word in the sentence: She \underline{quickly} finished her homework.

A. Noun

B. Verb

C. Adjective

Correct D. Adverb

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16 View Details

In a formal interview you are asked: "Can you describe a situation where you had to overcome a major obstacle?" Write a concise oral response of no more than 80 words that (i) clearly states the obstacle, (ii) explains the action you took, and (iii) shows the result. Then indicate which of the three components you think is most persuasive and briefly justify your choice.

A. Any response that meets only two of the three components and lacks justification; the most persuasive component is usually the obstacle because it creates drama.

B. Any response that meets the three‑component requirement and a clear justification; the most persuasive component is usually the thesis because it sets the stage.

C. Any response that meets the three‑component requirement but omits a clear justification; the most persuasive component is usually the action because it shows effort.

Correct D. Any response that meets the three‑component requirement and a clear justification; the most persuasive component is usually the result because it demonstrates tangible success.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17 View Details

Write a persuasive paragraph of 120‑150 words arguing that secondary schools should adopt a four‑day week. Your paragraph must (i) begin with a clear thesis statement, (ii) present at least two supporting arguments, (iii) contain a rhetorical question, and (iv) end with a call‑to‑action.

A. Any paragraph of 120‑150 words that satisfies three of the four listed requirements.

Correct B. Any paragraph of 120‑150 words that satisfies all four listed requirements.

C. Any paragraph of 120‑150 words that satisfies all four listed requirements, but does not need to end with a call‑to‑action.

D. Any paragraph of 100‑130 words that satisfies all four listed requirements.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18 View Details

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows. "When the village council introduced solar‑powered irrigation pumps, many farmers were skeptical. After the first harvest, however, the yields rose by 30 % and the water bills fell dramatically. Young farmers began sharing the technology with neighbours, and the market price of their produce increased, allowing them to send their children to better schools." What can be inferred about the farmer's attitude towards technological change? A) He is resistant and prefers traditional methods. B) He is indifferent and does not notice any difference. C) He is cautiously optimistic about the benefits. D) He is overwhelmed and unable to adapt.

A. A

B. D

Correct C. C

D. B

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19 View Details

Choose the idiom that best completes the sentence and explain its meaning in the given context. "When the committee finally approved the budget, the members all felt that their efforts had finally ___ ." Options: 1) "come to fruition" 2) "hit the roof" 3) "run out of steam" 4) "be a drop in the ocean"

A. 3) run out of steam - it means the effort lost momentum and failed.

B. 4) be a drop in the ocean - it means the effort was insignificant compared to the overall budget.

Correct C. 1) come to fruition - it means the effort finally produced the desired result.

D. 2) hit the roof - it means the effort caused the budget to increase dramatically.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20 View Details

The paragraph below contains cohesion problems (repetition, vague pronouns and abrupt transitions). Rewrite the paragraph, preserving all original information, improving flow and logical connections, and keeping the word count within ±10 % of the original (original word count: ninety‑four words).

A. Any rewritten paragraph that retains all factual content, improves cohesion, and stays within 90‑100 words (±5 % of 94).

B. Any rewritten paragraph that retains all factual content, improves cohesion, and stays within 80‑110 words (±10 % of 94).

C. Any rewritten paragraph that retains all factual content, improves cohesion, and stays within 84‑104 characters (±10 % of 94).

Correct D. Any rewritten paragraph that retains all factual content, improves cohesion, and stays within 84‑104 words (±10 % of 94).

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21 View Details

Read the following situation: Chinedu always boasts about his academic abilities, claiming he will ace every exam, yet he never studies. Which proverb best describes his behaviour?

A. Empty barrels make the most sound

B. Full vessels make the most noise

Correct C. Empty vessels make the most noise

D. Quiet vessels make the most noise

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22 View Details

Rewrite the paragraph below, correcting all grammatical errors: "Yesterday, i go to the market where i bought some mangoes, bananas and oranges. The seller were friendly and gave me a discount. I have eat them all after I get home."

A. Yesterday, I went to the market where I bought some mangoes, bananas, and oranges. The seller was friendly and gave me a discount. I eat them all after I got home.

B. None of the above

Correct C. Yesterday, I went to the market where I bought some mangoes, bananas, and oranges. The seller was friendly and gave me a discount. I ate them all after I got home.

D. Yesterday, I went to the market where I bought some mangoes, bananas, and oranges. The seller were friendly and gave me a discount. I ate them all after I got home.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23 View Details

Explain the meaning of the proverb "A stitch in time saves nine" and give a practical example that illustrates it.

A. It means that ignoring a small issue will make it disappear on its own; for example, leaving a minor crack in a wall untouched avoids costly repairs later.

Correct B. It means that fixing a small problem early prevents it becoming bigger later; for example, repairing a tiny roof leak right away avoids major water damage later.

C. It means that doing many tasks at once saves time; for example, multitasking on several projects simultaneously prevents delays later.

D. It means that taking a short break frequently improves productivity; for example, stopping work to have coffee prevents burnout later.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24 View Details

You are to give a two‑minute speech to persuade your classmates to reduce plastic waste. List three persuasive techniques you would incorporate in your speech.

A. 1) Irrelevant quotes, 2) Statistical overload without context, 3) A call‑to‑action to donate money instead of reducing waste.

Correct B. 1) Relevant statistics, 2) Emotional appeal (e.g., a story about wildlife), 3) A clear call‑to‑action encouraging use of reusable items.

C. 1) Historical timelines, 2) Logical fallacies, 3) A request for audience applause.

D. 1) Personal anecdotes, 2) Complex jargon, 3) A vague suggestion to think about the environment.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25 View Details

Read the passage: "After months of relentless rain, the farmer finally saw his fields turn brown and the river recede. He decided to dig a small well to fetch water for his crops." What does the farmer's decision to dig a well suggest about his attitude towards the drought?

A. It suggests he is indifferent to the drought, focusing only on other farms.

B. It reveals he is reckless, ignoring the severity of the drought by digging without planning.

C. It indicates he is resigned and accepts the drought, doing nothing else.

Correct D. It shows he is proactive and determined, seeking a solution despite the drought.

Correct Answer: D

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