Ncee English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• NCEE 2023

Choose from the options lettered A-E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word/expression

Tolu PLEADED with her friend to accompany her to the party.

A. Commanded
B. Compelled
C. Convinced
D. Induced
E. Persuaded

Question 17:

• NCEE 2023

Choose from the options lettered A-E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word/expression

The headboy was rewarded for his PUNCTUALITY.

A. Dishonesty
B. Indolence
C. Lateness
D. Pride
E. Rudeness

Question 18:

• NCEE 2023

Choose from the options lettered A-E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word/expression

The investigating officer CONCEALED his identity.

A. Changed
B. Disclosed
C. Falsified
D. Hid
E. Recognized

Question 19:

• NCEE 2023

Choose from the options lettered A-E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word/expression

The patient's condition WORSENS by the day.

A. Declines
B. Decreases
C. Dwindles
D. Improves
E. Increases

Question 20:

• NCEE 2023

TChoose from the options lettered A-E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word/expression

he street was DESERTED after the robbery incident.

A. Abandoned
B. Crowded
C. Empty
D. Occupied
E. Vacant