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The Use Of English For Academic Purposes Question Paper

The Use Of English For Academic Purposes

Course:Bachelor Of Education English

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF ARTS AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATION

AEN 102: THE USE OF ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

DATE: Wednesday 11th June 2008 TIME: 11.00am ? 1.00pm

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question ONE and any other TWO questions.

Q1.
(Compulsory)
Write an essay on ONE of the topics below. Before embarking on the essay, provide a thesis statement and give an outline for your essay. Credit will be given for clarity, accuracy and legibility.
(a)
Education that does not prepare us to live harmoniously with others is not very useful.
(b)
Describe an experience or a person that has had a major impact on you.
(c)
Many western nations play the role of prefect over developing nations. Is this justified? [30 marks]
Q2.
Clearly distinguish between retentive and reflective listening. In which situations would each be appropriate? [20 marks]
Q3.
Suppose you were invited to speak to a group of teenagers on the subject: ?How to get along with your parents?:
(a)
What sources of information would you consult?
(b)
Write down what would be a captivating introduction. [20 marks]
Q4.
What is a symposium? What are its advantages over other types of discussion? [20 marks]
Q5.
Discuss any FOUR strategies that can help to increase reading efficiency [20 marks]