BECE Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary

Question 1

In reading comprehension, what is the 'main idea' of a passage?

Accepted Answer

The central point the author is making throughout the passage

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The first sentence of the passage

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The most interesting detail in the passage

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The conclusion stated in the last paragraph

Question 2

Which of the following best defines the word 'benevolent'?

Accepted Answer

Kind and generous

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Stubborn and unyielding

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Clever and cunning

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Sad and mournful

Question 3

What is a synonym for the word 'enormous'?

Accepted Answer

Gigantic

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Tiny

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Average

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Narrow

Question 4

In a reading passage, a 'supporting detail' is best described as what?

Accepted Answer

Specific information that backs up the main idea

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A sentence that introduces a new topic

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The author's personal opinion

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A summary of the entire passage

Question 5

What does it mean to 'infer' something from a reading passage?

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To reach a conclusion based on clues in the text

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To copy information directly from the text

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To summarize the passage in your own words

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To identify the author's purpose

Question 6

Which of the following is an antonym for the word 'transparent'?

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Opaque

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Clear

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Visible

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Sheer