Question 32
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2023
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
You have just witnessed a sudden power outage during a school exam. Write a short narrative of 130-150 words describing the incident from the perspective of a student, ensuring that (i) the narrative begins with a hook sentence, (ii) it contains at least one example of direct dialogue, and (iii) it ends with the sentence: "And that is how I learned the true meaning of patience."
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
The lights flickered, and the room fell into sudden darkness. I stared at the blank screen, heart thudding as the ticking clock seemed to mock me. "Did anyone see the timer?" whispered Chinedu, his voice trembling. The invigilator's calm tone cut through the gloom: "Stay seated, the power will return soon." Minutes stretched, the silence broken only by the rustle of papers and nervous sighs. When the lights sputtered back, we all exhaled in unison, but the exam was half‑gone. I realized that waiting can be harder than answering any question. And that is how I learned the true meaning of patience.
B.
Everything went black just as the timer buzzed, and panic fluttered through the hall. I could feel the cold air of the empty classroom pressing against my skin. "Is anyone else hearing this?" shouted Emeka, his voice echoing off the silent desks. The proctor calmly announced, "Stay where you are; the power will be restored soon." I watched the emergency exit signs flicker, casting a dim red glow that made the room feel like a tunnel. A few students whispered jokes to ease the tension, while others stared at their untouched papers. After what seemed like an eternity, the lights sputtered back, revealing our half‑completed work. I learned that endurance in uncertainty tests us more than any question. Even the clock's hands seemed to pause, mocking our impatience. And that is how I learned the true meaning of patience.
C.
The fluorescent tubes sputtered and died, plunging the exam hall into an unsettling hush. My pencil trembled as I stared at the blank screen, the seconds ticking louder than ever. "Did the generator fail?" I asked quietly to Fatima, who nodded nervously. The supervisor's voice cut through the gloom: "Remain seated; the backup will kick in shortly." Shadows danced on the walls as the emergency lights flickered, and a murmur of uneasy whispers rose among us. Some tried to recall what they'd memorized, while others simply closed their eyes, hoping the darkness would pass. When the lights finally steadied, the room buzzed with relieved sighs, but half the questions remained unanswered. I discovered that patience is forged in the darkest moments. And that is how I learned the true meaning of patience.
D.
The sudden silence was deafening as the lights vanished mid‑exam. My heart raced while the clock ticked mercilessly. "Did the power just go out?" I whispered to Aisha, whose eyes widened in panic. The invigilator's voice cut through the darkness: "Remain calm, we will resume shortly." The teacher paced the aisle, checking each desk, while the emergency lights cast eerie shadows on the walls. Some classmates tried to cheat, scribbling notes in the dark, but the silence discouraged them. Minutes felt like hours, punctuated only by the rustle of papers and nervous breaths. When a flicker returned, the screen glowed weakly, revealing half‑filled answer sheets. We exchanged weary smiles, knowing the test was forever altered. I realized that waiting can be tougher than any question. And that is how I learned the true meaning of patience.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The lights flickered, and the room fell into sudden darkness. I stared at the blank screen, heart thudding as the ticking clock seemed to mock me. "Did anyone see the timer?" whispered Chinedu, his voice trembling. The invigilator's calm tone cut through the gloom: "Stay seated, the power will return soon." Minutes stretched, the silence broken only by the rustle of papers and nervous sighs. When the lights sputtered back, we all exhaled in unison, but the exam was half‑gone. I realized that waiting can be harder than answering any question. And that is how I learned the true meaning of patience.
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This is
Neco Model Questions Vol1
2023
English Language
Question 32.
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objective
questions from the
2023
Neco Model Questions Vol1
English Language
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
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