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• The Constitution of Kenya is important in that it (Solved)
  

  The Constitution of Kenya is important in that it A. contains records of parliamentary proceedings B. contains government policies C. shows the structure of the government D. shows the budget of the country.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• John and Peter had an argument over a lost book. David, their friend, helped them to agree. Which one of the following ways did David...(Solved)
  

  John and Peter had an argument over a lost book. David, their friend, helped them to agree. Which one of the following ways did David use to resolve the conflict? A. Litigation. B. Peacemaking. C. Mediation. D. Negotiation.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following is a source of revenue for the National Government? (Solved)
  

  Which one of the following is a source of revenue for the National Government? A. parking fee. B. sale of bonds. C. harambee funds. D. school fees.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Kenya became a republic through (Solved)
  

  Kenya became a republic through A. establishment of regional government B. establishment of a central government C. creation of a post of Governor General D. formation of a coalition government.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The importance of law and order in a society is mainly to (Solved)
  

  The importance of law and order in a society is mainly to A. enable people to live in harmony B. allow people to work without fear C. protect property D. promote good relationship among neighbors.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The head of the Judiciary in Kenya is the (Solved)
  

  The head of the Judiciary in Kenya is the A. Attorney General B. Chief Justice C. Chief Magistrate D. High Court Judge.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following combinations consists of only National Symbols in Kenya?(Solved)
  

  Which one of the following combinations consists of only National Symbols in Kenya? A. The National Flag,The Coat of Arms,The National Schools B. The Public Seal,The National Currency,The Constitution C. The National Anthem, The Coat of Arms, The Public Seal D. The Constitution,The National Schools, The National Anthem

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Below are objectives of regional organizations in Africa.(Solved)
  

  Below are objectives of regional organizations in Africa. (i) To encourage trade. (ii) To promote industrial development. (iii) To fight for the independence of member states. (iv) To create better relations among member states. (v) To promote cultural interaction among African States. Which one of the following combinations of the objectives is true about the Economic community of West African States (ECOWAS)? A. (i), (ii) and (iii). B. (1), (ii) and (iv). C. (ii), (iii) and (v). D. (iii), (iv) and (v).

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following is true about the systems of government in both Kenya and Swaziland? In both countries(Solved)
  

  Which one of the following is true about the systems of government in both Kenya and Swaziland? In both countries A. there is a constitution B. the Public Service Commission controls the Civil Service C. there are many political parties D. the laws of the land are made by parliament.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following was an effect of the Second World War on the struggle for independence in Kenya? African ex-servicemen(Solved)
  

  Which one of the following was an effect of the Second World War on the struggle for independence in Kenya? African ex-servicemen A. formed political associations to demand for Independence B. were rewarded by being granted independence C. were given administrative jobs by the colonial government D. used the acquired skills to fight against the colonial government.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The following are some functions of national security organs in Kenya.(Solved)
  

  The following are some functions of national security organs in Kenya. (i) Building roads. (ii) Making patrols. (iii) inspecting vehicles. (iv) Defending Kenya from attacks. (v) Investigating crimes. Which one of the following combinations of functions is performed by the National Police Service? A. (i), (ii) and (iii). B. (i), (iv) and (iii). C. (iii) and (v). D. (iii), (iv) and (v).

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following is the main problem facing transport in Eastern Africa?(Solved)
  

  Which one of the following is the main problem facing transport in Eastern Africa? A. Areas with steep slopes make it difficult to construct some forms of transport. B. Poor management of some forms of transport. C. Civil wars have slowed down development of forms of transport between countries. D. Lack of enough capital to build new forms of transport.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Below are some statements about pastoral farming.(Solved)
  

  Below are some statements about pastoral farming. (i) People move with their livestock to avoid tsetse fly. (ii) Animals are fattened in ranches. (iii) Donkeys are kept as means of transport. (iv) Meat from the livestock is exported to Europe. Which one of the following combinations of statements is true about the Tswana? A. (i) and (ii). B. (i) and (iii). C. (ii) and (iv). D. (iii) and (iv).

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following is an effect of rural-urban migration on rural areas? (Solved)
  

  Which one of the following is an effect of rural-urban migration on rural areas? A. Development of roads. B. Inadequate labor in the farms. C. A ready market for agriculture goods. D. Shortage of residential houses.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The cheapest method of preserving fish is (Solved)
  

  The cheapest method of preserving fish is A. salting B. canning C. smoking D. sun-drying.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Ngao, a standard five pupil, visited Nairobi National Park. He asked the guide at the park the importance of wildlife in Kenya. Which one of...(Solved)
  

  Ngao, a standard five pupil, visited Nairobi National Park. He asked the guide at the park the importance of wildlife in Kenya. Which one of the following would be the correct response? A. Wildlife promotes agriculture. B. Wildlife leads to earning of foreign exchange. C. Wildlife leads to the development of handcraft industry. D. Wildlife helps in preserving culture.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• It is important to work together in a community in order to (Solved)
  

  It is important to work together in a community in order to A. improve welfare of one another B. identify lazy people C. share resources equally D. preserve the culture of the people.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Three of the following were functions of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). Which one was not? (Solved)
  

  Three of the following were functions of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). Which one was not? A. Carrying out joint military action to enforce resolutions by members. B. Supporting various liberation movements in Africa. C. Acted as fora through which Africans spoke in one voice in international meetings. D. Encouraged close cultural interactions among African states.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following industries is common in the Eastern Africa countries? (Solved)
  

  Which one of the following industries is common in the Eastern Africa countries? A. Vehicles assembly. B. Paper manufacturing. C. Food Processing. D. Petroleum refining.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Mary, a standard six pupil in a boarding school has fallen sick and the Head teacher needs money to buy medicine for her. (Solved)
  

  Mary, a standard six pupil in a boarding school has fallen sick and the Head teacher needs money to buy medicine for her. The fastest way for the parents to send the money to the school is by A. using mobile phone money transfer B. depositing the money in the school bank account C. sending somebody with the money to the school D. sending a postal money order to the school.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The instrument shown above is used to measure(Solved)
  

  The instrument shown above is used to measure A. wind direction B. atmospheric pressure C. rainfall D. temperature.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Three of the following are problems facing tourism in Eastern Africa. Which one is not? (Solved)
  

  Three of the following are problems facing tourism in Eastern Africa. Which one is not? A. Political instability in some countries. B. inaccessibility of some tourist attraction sites. C. High cost of accommodation. D. Destruction of tourist sites by wild animals.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Below are some uses of minerals. (Solved)
  

  Below are some uses of minerals. (i) Filtering of water (i) Making of heal insulators. (iii) Making of glass. (iv) Manufacturing of cement. (v) Manufacturing of paints. Which one of the following combinations of uses listed above is for diatomite? A. (i), (ii) and (iii). B. (i), (ii) and (v). C. (ii), (iii) and (iv). D. (iii), (iv) and (v).

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The best way of protecting children from abuse is by (Solved)
  

  The best way of protecting children from abuse is by A. leaving them under the care of relatives B. making them do their homework C. employing people to take care of them D. making them aware of common abuses.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Three of the following statements are true about the role of the government in promoting trade. Which one is not? (Solved)
  

  Three of the following statements are true about the role of the government in promoting trade. Which one is not? A. Ensuring goods sold are of right weight. B. Providing currency for trade. C. Setting taxes to be charged on goods. D. Controlling the number of traders.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Below are functions of a town in Kenya. (Solved)
  

  Below are functions of a town in Kenya. (i) it is an industrial centre. (ii) It is a cultural centre. (iii) It is a transport terminus. (iv) It has a container depot. The town whose functions are listed above is A. Thika B. Nakuru C. Eldoret D. Mombasa.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• The main benefit of poultry farming in Kenya is that it is a source of (Solved)
  

  The main benefit of poultry farming in Kenya is that it is a source of A. proteins B. employment C. income D. manure.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• One of the reasons for the formation of early political associations in Kenya was to demand for (Solved)
  

  One of the reasons for the formation of early political associations in Kenya was to demand for A. the release of Kenyatta B. independence C. constitutional reforms D. the reduction of taxes.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• Which one of the following may cause lawlessness in a society? (Solved)
  

  Which one of the following may cause lawlessness in a society? A. Morality. B. Literacy. C. Laziness. D. Poverty.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.  

• On his way from school, Matata a standard seven pupil, saw a stranger stealing from a shop. As a responsible citizen, Matata should(Solved)
  

  On his way from school, Matata a standard seven pupil, saw a stranger stealing from a shop. As a responsible citizen, Matata should A. call people to beat the thief B. report the matter to his friends C. keep quiet about the matter D. inform the shop owner.

  Date posted: July 31, 2019.