i) I’m sorry - Excuse my clumsiness
ii) Sorry, you were saying something/proceed please.
iii) I beg to differ/allow me to give a different opinion/what if we looked at it from this angle...../That’s a good point, but ......./fair enough, but ......
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- For each of the following set of words, underline the odd one out.
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For each of the following set of words, underline the odd one out.
i) Pose paws pores pours
ii) Heel hill heal he’ll
iii) core corps cause
iv) told toed towed toad
iii)Assume you are taking part in a group discussion. Explain how you would ensure you observe the rules of turn-taking
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Read the passage below and fill in the blank spaces with an appropriate word.(Solved)
Read the passage below and fill in the blank spaces with an appropriate word.
Most parents innocently believe __________________(i) parental guidance with regard to television watching means making sure that your child does not sit too close to the set. They believe that sitting close to the TV ____________________(ii) hurt their eyes. Unfortunately, the harmful effects of electronic media go much deeper _______________________(iii) just the physiological damage of x-rays on the brain and eyes. This is especially so with children under the __________(iv)
of seven, whose senses are only ____________________(v) beginning to develop. Electronic media has been discovered to
hamper young children’s __________________(vi) to create their own inner pictures - which is the foundation of all creativity.Imitation is the key ______________________(vii) this early age. A child can only to be truly human from human beings themselves; not from electronic gadgets, __________________(viii) do faithfully represent humanness. Studies show consistently how watching TV slants creative play in young children. Nightmares _____________________(ix) ensue from the violent scenes watched.Television anaesthetizes our higher brain function ______________________(x) disrupts the balance and interaction between left and right hemispheres
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- In the paragraph below, give the correctly stressed word.(Solved)
In the paragraph below, give the correctly stressed word.
The warden said they wanted to (‘conduct, con’duct) a search at the port of Mombasa. In the (‘process, pro’cess) of doing so, they found the consignment meant for (‘export, ex’port) in a go-down. The main (‘convict, con’vict) was Kaelo. Since he had been a (‘rebel, re’bel) in his native country for many years, the judge had no option but to (‘subject, sub’ject) him to many years in prison.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Provide a word that is pronounced the same way for each of the words below(Solved)
Provide a word that is pronounced the same way for each of the words below.
i. Barren ................................................................................................
ii. Lichen ...............................................................................................
iii. Fowl ...............................................................................................
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Your class is visiting a cultural center for field work. State how you would prepare to ensure that you collect objective information during the visit.(Solved)
Your class is visiting a cultural center for field work. State how you would prepare to ensure that you collect objective information during the visit.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- List two effects of using courteous language. (Solved)
List two effects of using courteous language.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Your teacher of English has asked you to discuss a question on ‘The Caucasian Chalk Circle’. Three minutes into the discussion, most of the students...(Solved)
Your teacher of English has asked you to discuss a question on ‘The Caucasian Chalk Circle’. Three minutes into the discussion, most of the students lose concentration .Give the possible reasons why this happened.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Indicate the intonation in the following sentences. (Solved)
Indicate the intonation in the following sentences.
i. How often do you visit your mother? ..................................................
ii. Have you lost your way? ........................................
iii. Andrew, come here at once! ...............................................................
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow.(Solved)
Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow.
You are my sunshine
My only sunshine
You make me happy
When skies are grey
You never know dear
How much I love you
Please don’t take
My sunshine away
i) Describe the rhyme scheme of the above poem.
ii) Which word would you stress in line two and why?
iii) State two ways you will make the performance of the above poem interesting
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Fill in the blank spaces below.(Solved)
Fill in the blank spaces below.
During this month, the meteorological department has warned (1)................................
respiratory diseases (2)............................. Nairobi, Central Highlands and counties such as
Kericho, Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia, (3)................................. children and the elderly to dress
warmly. “(4)....................................... of respiratory diseases like asthma, pneumonia and
common cold (flu) are expected to be on the increase due to the (5)........................................
cold and chilly conditions. The general public, (6).................................. the young and elderly
members of the society are (7)............................................ to adopt (8)............................. dress
code to avoid contracting (9)..................................... diseases.” The 10)...............................said
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Below is a dialogue between Muthomi and James who are candidates. Read it and answer the questions that follow.(Solved)
Below is a dialogue between Muthomi and James who are candidates. Read it and answer the questions that follow.
Muthomi: James, I’m worried about my performance in English. It’s not encouraging.
James: Ah! I’m happy with mine in Biology. I got an A in the last exam.
Muthomi: I really don’t know what to do about English, maybe…
James: I don’t like History and P.E teacher. He thinks he is the only one who can a pick-up truck. My mum told me she would be buying one soon.
Muthomi: (Trying to bring him back to the topic) Tell me James, how do you revise English?
James: Oh! Is that Betty? She promised to bring me a movie. (Calling out) Betty! Betty! (The runs after her)
a) Identify the shortcomings in the dialogue above
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- The underlining indicates the stressed word in the sentences below. Briefly explain what each sentence mean (Solved)
The underlining indicates the stressed word in the sentences below. Briefly explain what each sentence mean
i) The lady in a red dress lost her purse
ii) The lady in a red dress lost her purses
iii) The lady in a red dress lost her purse.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Provide a homophone for each of the following words.(Solved)
Provide a homophone for each of the following words.
i) Bury …………………………………..
ii) Claws ………………………………..
iii) Guest …………………………………
iv) Male ………………………………….
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Underline the silent letters in the following words. (Solved)
Underline the silent letters in the following words.
i) Corps
ii) Parliament
iii) Leopard
iv) Fracas
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Read the conversation below between a student and a teacher and then answer that follow.(Solved)
Read the conversation below between a student and a teacher and then answer that follow.
Student: (knocking the door loudly and getting in) I am told you called me.
Teacher: (motioning him to seat) please have a seat Rono and don’t be anxious.
Student: (still standing). Don’t tell me you have sum…
Teacher: (interrupting). Please relax. It is not an indiscipline issue again. No cause for alarm.
Student: So then, why do you want to see me?
Teacher: Calm down Rono. On the contrary, it is a positive note.
Student: (looking a bit controlled and sliding into a seat). Sorry sir, May I know what it is about.
Teacher: (Smiling broadly). That’s better. I called you to discuss your progress in academics lately.
Student: (With a lightened up face and more reassured).Yes sir.
Teacher: Looking at your trend of performance especially in languages and mathematics, I am very impressed. (Pointing at Maths and English columns) See, from D+ to B in Maths and D to C+ in English is commendable!
Student: (Rubbing his hands and slightly smiling) Thanks sir. I am grateful for your kind guidance.
Teacher: (In affirmative note) Yes. This is the result of change of attitude, obedience and determination.
Student: (Sighs) Thank you once more for your concern. I will be able to face my dad courageously now.
Teacher: Yes, that’s how it should be. Always work to impress your parents. Never look back again. Forward ever.
Student: Thanks Sir. I promise never to let you and my parents down ever again.
Teacher: Good. You can now go back to class.
Student: (Stands up and shakes hands with the teacher). Thanks once more and good day sir.
Questions
i) How does the teacher establish good rapport with the student?
ii) What good conversational skills are displayed by:
a) The teacher?
b) The student?
iii) Identify two shortcomings in the student’s speech
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- State the four points to consider when giving instructions to a person about how to get from
one point to the other.(Solved)
State the four points to consider when giving instructions to a person about how to get from
one point to the other.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Give a homophone for each of the following words.(Solved)
Give a homophone for each of the following words.
i) Gate ………………………………………………………………..
ii) Forward …………………………………………………………………
iii) Medal …………………………………………………………………
iv) Sweet …………………………………………………………………
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Fill in each blank space in the passage with the most appropriate word. (Solved)
Fill in each blank space in the passage with the most appropriate word.
The issue of birth certificates as a (1) ………………………………..for registration of candidates has ignited a lot of concern for parents with students sitting for this year’s examinations. Whereas we are concerned about the issue of foreigners in this country, this directive has (2) ………………………….. many parents and students alike unprepared (3) ………………………………… instance, most students sitting this year’s K.C.S.E. were born in the late 90s and if they happen not to have even birth certificates, which is (4) …………………………… likely, it also means that they don’t have even their birth notification cards. (5) …………………………………… birth certificates under these circumstances, and within the given time frame, is (6) …………………………………………….. . The authorities (7) …………………………….. with the issuance of these documents (8) ………………………………….. process them urgently. (9) ……………………..is a serious matter. Candidates have been given a very short time to (10) …………………………… these documents.
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Read the following telephone conversation and answer the questions that follow.(Solved)
Read the following telephone conversation and answer the questions that follow.
Secretary: (Phone rings) Hello, Purpose Drive Secondary school, may I help you?
Caller: I want to speak to the principal.
Secretary: May I know who is calling please?
Caller: (Impatient and irritated) I have said I want to speak to the principal, period
Secretary: Excuse me I am sorry He is in a meeting with the board of management, could you please call later, Sir?
Caller: (Shouting) are you stopping me from talking to your boss, do you know who I am? Had you even heard of the supplier of your stationery?
Secretary: (Politely) Oh, Mr. Erickson? I am sorry you cannot talk to him now call after an hour or may I take a message to him please?
Caller: (Bangs the receiver)
i) Identify two instances that show the caller lack of telephone etiquette.
ii) How can you tell that the secretary observes professional conversational skills in the above telephone conversation
Date posted: August 6, 2019. Answers (1)
- Identify the odd one out based on the pronunciation of the underlined letter(s). (Solved)
Identify the odd one out based on the pronunciation of the underlined letter(s).
i) Quay, quaint, quack, quality .................................................................................................
ii) Chain, Character, Flinch, Champion .....................................................................................
iii) Sachet, Packet, Ticket, Thicket .............................................................................................
Date posted: August 5, 2019. Answers (1)