1. What shows that women take selfies seriously?
According to a poll in 2015, the average woman between 16 and 25 years old spends over five hours a week. Also women take an average of seven shots to get one image
2.Mention two drastic procedures that you can use to alter your image
Bone structure, slimming your waistline, erasing pimples
3.Explain how selfies become harmful to those who take them.
When they become a measure of self-worth. Use of make up and multiple attempts one feels like they’re not going to stack-up. It also leads to a lot of self-scrutiny as girls try to perfect their own images and make comparisons to the pictures their peers are posting.
4.What do you think is the different message one’s daughter gets when she opens Snapchat?
That they’re not as beautiful the way they are when she sees images of her peers that have used lenses that alter appearances seem more beautiful than she is.
5.Explain the relationship between self-esteem and social media.
Self-esteem often takes a hit when one starts comparing themselves too much to other people, which is something social media seems to be made for. A study found that frequently viewing selfies led to decreased self esteem and decreased life satisfaction/and another showed higher weight dissatisfaction and self-objectification.
6.Dr. Hamlet acknowledges that some of the filters are fun and distort in amusing ways, but also points out there’s a so-called “pretty filter” on Instagram and Snapchat. (Replace the underlined words with a suitable word)
Alter
7.From the passage identify two apps mentioned that can be used to alter image
Instagram
snapchat
8.Illustrate and comment on the effectiveness of quotation from authority.
It lends support to the writer’s argument and shows that other people hold the same view.
9.Explain the meaning of the following words and phrases as used in the passage:
a) stack-up – measure up
b) overwhelming – vey great or intense
c) self-esteem – confidence in one’s worth; self respect
d) self-objectification – when people view themselves as objects for use.
francis1897 answered the question on November 21, 2022 at 09:07
- Complete the sentences below using appropriate reflexive pronouns.
a) The boy was beside___ with fury for missing the penalty.
b) Let us not deceive ___ that life...(Solved)
Complete the sentences below using appropriate reflexive pronouns.
a) The boy was beside___ with fury for missing the penalty.
b) Let us not deceive ___ that life is a bed of roses.
c) When one faces challenges, one has to encourage ___ that things will just be fine.
d) A house divided against ___ cannot stand.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Choose the correct word from the ones in bracket and use it to fill in the blank spaces
a) “I am sorry for the ___,” said...(Solved)
Choose the correct word from the ones in bracket and use it to fill in the blank spaces
a) “I am sorry for the ___,” said my friend. (loose, loss)
b) Why have you __ to eat raw bananas while we have ripe ones in
the store? (chose, chosen)
c) We ____ for our president each time we get an opportunity. (pray, prays)
d) Who ___ the bell this morning? (rang, rung)
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Fill in the blank spaces in the following passage with the most appropriate article
__ banana tree is___ strange looking plant. It grows very quickly and...(Solved)
Fill in the blank spaces in the following passage with the most appropriate article
__ banana tree is___ strange looking plant. It grows very quickly and in less than ___ year will
reach a height of seven meters or more. Usually, pruning needs to be done and one can take more
than ____hour to finish an acre.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Your neighbor is being attacked by thugs in his house. You hear the distress call and decide to call the nearest police station. Below is...(Solved)
Your neighbor is being attacked by thugs in his house. You hear the distress call and decide to call the nearest police station. Below is a part of the telephone conversation. Fill in the missing parts.
You:
Duty Officer: I’m sorry the O.C.S is not at the station right now. Could you please identify yourself and state what I can do for you?
You:
Duty Officer: That’s very unfortunate. Could you give me the details of your exact location?
You:
Duty Officer: I’ll get in touch with the O.C.S right away and see what we can do about it?
You:
Duty Officer: No, no, it won’t take long. We’ll try to be there as soon as we call. Bye for now.
You:
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Identify the intonation you would use in the following sentences. Nora: It is just what he is doing.
Helmer: What? Do you know anything about it?...(Solved)
Identify the intonation you would use in the following sentences.
Nora: It is just what he is doing.
Helmer: What?
Do you know anything about it?
Nora: He means to shut himself up and die.
Helmer: My poor old friend!
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Read the passage and answer the questions that follow:-
The communicative power of the English language(Solved)
Read the passage and answer the questions that follow:-
The communicative power of the English language
Once it used to be said that "the sun never sets on the British Empire". This meant that the British
Empire covered all the time zones, so that when the sun was setting on one part of the Empire, it
was rising on another.
The same thing can be said about the English language today. English is spoken as a first language
in the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States of America, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
It is also spoken in the Caribbean countries like Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Guyana among
others. In addition to this, English is used as a second language in over fifty countries spread across
Africa and Asia. This means that when you have a good command of English you can enjoy the
writings of people from all over the world, and you can communicate your ideas beyond the
borders of this continent.
We in East Africa embraced the English language accidentally through the colonial experience.
English came in as a welcome addition to our already rich language situation of over forty local
languages and Kiswahili. In fact the majority of Kenyans today are multilingual. They use at least
three languages: a local language, Kiswahili and English. A good number of others speak a fourth
language which may be either French, Spanish, German, Japanese or Arabic among others.
The local or ethnic language bonds a person to the history, culture and religious traditions of his or
her people. If you speak one of the ethnic languages, for example, you are able to enjoy the songs,
dances, stories, proverbs and riddles in that language. It also helps you to communicate with the
older folks who may not understand English or Kiswahili.
Kiswahili is the national language in Kenya and is used by people from all the ethnic groups. When
one speaks and understands Kiswahili, one can communicate with people from all over Kenya.
Kiswahili is in fact a "regional language", because it is spoken in a number of countries in East and
Central Africa. Lately, Kiswahili was indeed adopted as one of the working languages at African
Union meetings. Kiswahili, therefore, opens opportunities beyond the borders of Kenya.
After Kenya attained independence, English was retained as the official language because it was,
and still is, a great advantage for many of our operations. Though the original speakers of English
were the people living in the British Isles, English is now spoken as a first language in two other
continents, North America and Australia. It is also the second language for millions of people
living all over the world. Therefore, with English you can be
at home anywhere in the world. English provides us with a powerful link to the global village.
Recent developments in modern technology have enhanced our ability to speak, read, write and
understand English well. Many of the computer programmes available, for example, are made to
respond to instruction given in English.
English is also important for participation at the international level. Many reports and records on
recent developments, science and other special research are in English. There is much more written
literature in English than there is in any other language. Therefore, a student who can read and
write English well is at an advantage.
In international news broadcasting, users of English are greatly advantaged. The prominent
international news networks broadcast in English. English thus enjoys a prestigious position in the
communication of events taking place in the world.
For those who want to be part of what is happening in the world, English is a very important tool.
What does this mean for those of us in Africa and Asia, where English is learned mainly in school?
There is need to put a lot of effort in the teaching and learning of this language so that we can be
part of the vast changes taking place in the world today.
Questions
1. What is the meaning of the clause “the sun never sets on the British Empire?”
2. In which region is English spoken as a second language, according to the passage?
3. State two advantages that a person who has a good command of the English language has
4. How did English come to East Africa?
5. Why is East Africa and particularly Kenya referred to as having a rich language situation?
6. What is the benefit of being able to speak one of the ethnic languages in East Africa?
7. What is the official language in Kenya?
8. How is English useful in modern developments in technology?
9. What makes a student who knows English to be at an advantage over one who doesn’t know?
10. What can speakers of English in Africa and Asia do to avoid missing out in what is happening in the
world today?
11. What is the meaning of the following words according to the passage?
a) Multilingual……
b) Adopted……
c) Prominent……
d) Vast……
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- In Form One, one makes new friends. Write three things that you can do when introducing yourself to a new person, so as to appear...(Solved)
In Form One, one makes new friends. Write three things that you can do when introducing yourself to a new person, so as to appear friendly.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Explain the meaning of the following sentences when stress is placed on the underlined word.1. I wrote Mary a love poem. 2.I wrote Mary a...(Solved)
Explain the meaning of the following sentences when stress is placed on the underlined word.
1. I wrote Mary a love poem.
2.I wrote Mary a love poem.
3.I wrote Mary a love poem.
4.I wrote Mary a love poem.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- You have noted that your desk mate Vivian has a poor handwriting. State two factors that might have contributed to this. (Solved)
You have noted that your desk mate Vivian has a poor handwriting. State two factors that might have contributed to this.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- For each of the following words, write a word that is pronounced the same way
i. Principle
ii. Dye
iii. Weak
iv. Stationery
v. Sent (Solved)
For each of the following words, write a word that is pronounced the same way
i. Principle
ii. Dye
iii. Weak
iv. Stationery
v. Sent
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- A neighbor had left (1)_____ store un-attended (2)_____ she heeded the cries of her (3)___ baby.(Solved)
A neighbor had left (1)_____ store un-attended (2)_____ she heeded the cries of her (3)___ baby. Her kitchen caught fire, and the flames (4) ___to the neighboring shacks in (5)____. There was no (6)____ available and no fire (7)__ for the people to call. (8)____ that the assembled crowd of hundreds (9)____ do was gather buckets of sand and (10)___________ into the flame.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Your friend in primary school is in form one in Bidii Secondary of P.O Box 341, Kisimani. She has
written to you telling you about her...(Solved)
Your friend in primary school is in form one in Bidii Secondary of P.O Box 341, Kisimani. She has
written to you telling you about her new school. She has also requested you to carry your end of term
one examinations for comparative analysis. Write your reply to her.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Rewrite the following sentences changing them into plural form.
a) The tomato was being baked.
b) The synopsis is accurate.(Solved)
Rewrite the following sentences changing them into plural form.
a) The tomato was being baked.
b) The synopsis is accurate.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- For the following countries provide the names of their nationalities.
a) Thailand
b) Congo (Solved)
For the following countries provide the names of their nationalities.
a) Thailand
b) Congo
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Read the oral poem below and answer the questions that follow.
THE MOP by Gathem Gathemia(Solved)
Read the oral poem below and answer the questions that follow.
THE MOP by Gathem Gathemia
What more do you see in me?
What more but a mop to be used.
To wash once you have fed.
What more do you see in me?
What more but a fridge.
To store all your garbage ideas.
What more do you see in me?
What more but a dummy recorder.
To reproduce the dictates of your tyranny.
What more do you see in me?
What more but a soft object
To toy with whenever you want game
What more do you see in me.
(Adapted from Echoes Across the Valley by A. Luvai and K. Makokha (Eds): EAEP)
Questions:
i. Describe the rhyme scheme in this poem.
ii) Identify and illustrate a sound pattern in the poem above.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- If Kantai can tie a tie why can’t I tie a tie that Kantai tied?
a) Classify the above genre.
b) Give one feature of the above...(Solved)
If Kantai can tie a tie why can’t I tie a tie that Kantai tied?
a) Classify the above genre.
b) Give one feature of the above genre.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Put the following words in the right column basing on the sounds.
gore, gale, cliff, chord
/k/ /g/(Solved)
Put the following words in the right column basing on the sounds.
gore, gale, cliff, chord
/k/ /g/
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- Use the following word to construct two sentences to bring out the difference in meaning.
Dove
(Solved)
Use the following word to construct two sentences to bring out the difference in meaning.
Dove
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- NARRATIVE.
THE DISOBEDIENT MAN
When Abasi, the supreme God, created human beings, he feared that they might become his equals, and therefore he forbade them to settle...(Solved)
NARRATIVE.
THE DISOBEDIENT MAN
When Abasi, the supreme God, created human beings, he feared that they might become his equals, and therefore he forbade them to settle on the earth but Atai the wife of the first man decided to defy God’s instructions. The humans were allowed to live on earth, but they were not allowed to procure their own food. They had to eat with Abasi in heaven, and when a bell rang summoning them, they had to come for their meal. They were also forbidden to live together as husband and wife and to beget children because this would make them forget God.
The man obeyed God’s commands, but the woman began to till the soil and she produced her own food. Soon the man found her food sweeter than the food of heaven. Then the man forgot God and he tilled the soil with the woman, and they lived together as a husband and wife.
One day, Abasi asked about the woman, but the man said that she was ill. He had hidden her away because she was pregnant! The woman bore a son and later a daughter. Abasi knew what had happened. Abasi pointed out to Atai that his fears had been justified. The human beings had forgotten him. Abasi said, “They shall never be equals.”
Abasi sent death into the world, and he killed the man and his wife, and he caused discord among their
children.
QUESTIONS
1.You are to narrate this story during the inter-house drama competition in your school. How would you make your narration more effective and interesting?
2. How would you capture the attention of the audience as you start the narration?
3.During your narration how would you tell that your audience is fully participating in the narration?
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)
- CLOZE TEST
Eat healthy to care for your kidneys. The kidney___(1) one of the most vital organs of our bodies that ____ (2) impaired can affect...(Solved)
CLOZE TEST
Eat healthy to care for your kidneys. The kidney___(1) one of the most vital organs of our bodies that ___ (2) impaired can affect a person’s quality of life, ___(3) when no treatment or nutrition intervention is sought.
The ___ (4) is involved in many functions which include removal of ___ (5) waste products from the blood and ___ (6) the amount of fluid in the body. Human beings have two kidneys but can survive with ___ (7) kidney that is healthy as it is capable of functioning optimally and can rid the body of all ____ (8) waste products. Having a __ (9) lifestyle and eating well will reduce the chances of compromising your kidneys as many kidney conditions are caused by our unhealthy____ (10) or eating habits.
Date posted: November 21, 2022. Answers (1)