English Paper 2 Questions and Answers - Form 4 End Term 1 Exams 2021

ENGLISH
FORM 4
END TERM EXAMS
TERM 1 2021
PAPER 2
TIME 2½ hrs

INSTRUCTIONS

• Answer all the questions in this paper

1. COMPREHENSION (20MKS)
   
   Doubtlessly, many of us consider ourselves patriots. And we have evidence to prove it; we cheer Harambee Stars hoarse when they are playing international matches. What’s more, when our athletes are competing in foreign capitals, we root for them with all enthusiasm we can muster. Actually, some of us have been observed to heave and pant in rhythm with our fellow Kenyan competitors as we watch them on television, Wonderful and noble though it is to identify with, and celebrate the exploits of our country men and women, we need to do a lot more to earn the label ‘patriot’.
   
   A reliable yardstick where patriotism is concerned is our taste in various things. Take music for example. Most of us like listening to it as it is pleasant to the ear and soothing to the heart. The question is, what music do you predominantly listen to? Some wouldn’t be seen dead listening to local music. To them, it is ‘uninspiring’ and ‘primitive’. They prefer foreign lyrics, and drug abuse. The moral damage inflicted upon the impressionable minds of our youth by such music is immense.
   
   There are several reasons why we should cultivate a liking for local music. To begin with, our artist are now producing music that can hold its own anywhere. Most of them pass information with positive values such as obedience, respect and the importance of avoiding HIV infection. Secondly, when we buy local music, we help to create employment in the music and tourism industries. Besides, we promote talent and enhance the local languages in which some of the music is composed.
   
   Another area in which some have turned their backs on Kenya is education. After fourth form, there are those who opt to study abroad even though the very courses they want to do there are available locally. They either mistakenly believe that Kenyan education is substandard or they are simply lured by the mirage of better prospects abroad.
   
   There are obvious advantages of studying locally. In terms of cost, it is much cheaper here. Needless to say, you are spared the added cost of air tickets and the hustle of obtaining travel documents. Your money remains here and boosts our economy; more lecturers, non academic staff and even suppliers find employment. Moreover, you remain close to your family and friends and thus avoid the nasty culture shock experienced by those who go abroad.
   
   Supposing somebody offered to sponsor you for a sight-seeing tour to place of your choice. Which country would you choose? Chances are that it wouldn’t be Kenya, right? Yet, the reality is that most of us know very little of this gem of a country whose natural endowments beckon so many from so far. We are ignorant about the world’s finest safaris, commanding waterfalls, spectacular lakes, in parallel array of big game and varied cultural activities the induce adrenchin rush. Such scenic splendor, or heritage, left to be savored almost exclusively by foreign tourist! Hasn’t our government heavily subsidized domestic tourism? Why then should some Kenyans save up to go to Seychelles or Hawaii before they have tasted their own mother’s appetizing dish?
   
   If we were true patriots, we would fully familiarize ourselves with our local attractions before going to foreign destinations. Apart from the guaranteed pleasure we would derive from such local adventures, we would, more importantly, be building the Kenyan economy in various ways. Tourism is directly linked to the hotel, entertainment, transport, trade and agriculture industries.
   
   Lastly, let us desist from talking ill of our country. True, there may be many things that have gone wrong in Kenya but let us try to look for a positive speck even in the muck. Lets criticize constructively for the betterment of our nation. We only demean ourselves when we strip our motherland naked for all and sundry to ridicule.
   
   Most of us feel the itch of patriotism. Let us now scratch that itch by promoting what is truly uniquely Kenyan. Our choices in the past may have made the present bleak, but our future as Kenyans does not have to be bleak.
   
   Answer the following questions
   1. Why does the author mention Harambee Stars in paragraph one? (2mks)
   2. Rewrite the last line of paragraph one to start with: Though (1mk)
   3. What is the position of the author on foreign music? (3mks)
   4. In note form summarize the reasons we should cultivate a liking for local music. (3mks)
   5. What view of local education do those who study abroad have?(2mks)
   6. Why could it be advantageous to study locally. Give any two reasons.( 2mks)
   7. Explain the irony in paragraph six. (2mks)
   8. What is the author’s partying shot on patriotism’? (2mks)
   9. Explain the meaning of the following words and phrases as used in the passage. (3mks)
      1. Yardstick
      2. Own mother’s appetizing dish
      3. Muck
2. Read the extract below then answer all the question that follows.
   LITERARY APPRECIATION :EXERPT; A DOLL'S HOUSE
   
   Nora: But you must believe me ,Mr.Krogstad :it is not in my power to power to help you at all.
   Krogstad:Then it is because you haven’t the will ;but I have the means to compel you.
   Nora;You don’t mean that you will tell my husband that I owe you money ?
   Krogstad :Hm- suppose I were to tell him ?
   Nora:It would be perfectly infamous of you .(Sobbing) to think of his learning my secret which has been my joy and pride         ,in such an ugly, clumsy way –that he should learn it from you!And it would put me in a horribly disagreeable                    position-
   Krogstad:only disagreeable?
   Nora :(impetously) well, do it then !and it will be the worse for you. My husband will see for himself what a blackguard you are,and you certainly won’t keep your post then.
   Krogstad:I asked you if it was only a disagreeable position scene at home you were afraid of .
   Nora:if my husband does get to know of it ,of course he will at once pay you what is still owing you and we shall have nothing more to do with you.
   Krogstad:(coming a step nearer) listen to me, Mrs Helmer.Either you have a bad memory or you know very little of business.I shall be obliged to remind you of a few details.
   Nora :what do you mean
   
   Questions.
   1. “It is not in my power to help you at all’’How is this statement ironic considering earlier events in this play .(2mks)
   2. Explain why Krogstad wants Nora to help him. (3mks)
   3. Why has Nora’s secret been her joy and pride ,in such an ugly,clumsy way?(4mks)
   4. “I asked you if it was only a disagreeable scene at home that you were afraid of ?”Rewrite in direct speech.(1mk)
   5. Explain any one theme evident in this extract (1mk)
   6. What is Nora’s attitude towards Krogstad in this extract ? (3mks)
   7. Discuss one character trait for each of the following (4mks)
      1. Krogstad
      2. Nora
   8. Krogstad tells Nora that he will be obliged to remind her of a few details.Briefly explain these details.(3mks)
   9. Explain the meaning of the following expressions as used in this extract.(4mks)
      1. Compel
      2. Infamous
      3. Disagreeable
      4. Blackguard
         
         
3. ORAL LITERATURE (20mks)
   Read the following poem and answer the questions that follow.
   
   DEATH IS A WITCH
   SOLO : Ah, what shall I do, Abaluhya?
              It’s wrong
   CHORUS : Today I will say
                   Death is a witch, my people
                   It snatched my child
                   I will remain alone
   SOLO : Ah what shall I really do, Abaluhya
               It’s very wrong.
   CHORUS : Today I will say
                   Death is a witch, my people
                   It snatched my friend
                   I will dance alone
   SOLO: My child, my friend, I cry
             What shall I do? I cry
             What shall I do? I cry x2
   
   QUESTIONS
   1. Classify the above oral poem giving reasons (3 mks)
   2. Who is the persona? (2 mks)
   3. What is the singer’s attitude towards death? (3 mks)
   4. Identify and illustrate THREE stylistic devices in this poem. (6 mks)
   5. Identify one character trait of death brought out in this poem. (2 mks)
   6.  With illustrations, identify social activities of the community from which this song is drawn (2 mks)
   7. Explain the meaning of the following lines as used in the poem (2 mks)
      1. It snatched my child.
      2. I will dance alone.
4. GRAMMAR (15mks)
   1. Arrange the adjectives in the following sentences in their correct order. (2 mks)
      1. I hate blue toilet big ugly flies
      2. They found gold handsome round Swiss old watches.
   2. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions after each without changing the meaning (3 mks)
      1. Have you read the newspaper? (Rewrite in Past Tense)
      2. He was obviously angry with you (Begin: His....)
      3. The chief was looking for his goose. (Rewrite the sentence into plural)
   3. Underline the main clause in the following sentences (2 mks)
      1. He is the man who abducted the girl
      2. If you work hard, you will pass your examinations
   4. Replace the underlined words or phrases with the correct phrasal verb formed from the word in brackets (3 mks)
      1. His performance discouraged me until I stopped teaching him (Put)
      2. The factory manager had to tolerate lazy workers (Put)
      3. The meeting has been postponed until further notice (Put)
   5. Use the correct form of the word given in brackets to fill in the gap in each sentence (3 mks)
      1. It is unclear whether or not………………………………..is determined by heredity. (Person)
      2. The corrupt officer left office…………………………………………………………… (Disgrace)
      3. There are no ………………………………………………………. in that house. (Occupy)
   6. Explain the difference in meaning between the following sentences (2 mks)
      1. Has the donkey eaten Mary?
      2. Has the donkey eaten, Mary?

MARKING SCHEME

1. COMPREHENSION (20MKS)

   Doubtlessly, many of us consider ourselves patriots. And we have evidence to prove it; we cheer Harambee Stars hoarse when they are playing international matches. What’s more, when our athletes are competing in foreign capitals, we root for them with all enthusiasm we can muster. Actually, some of us have been observed to heave and pant in rhythm with our fellow Kenyan competitors as we watch them on television, Wonderful and noble though it is to identify with, and celebrate the exploits of our country men and women, we need to do a lot more to earn the label ‘patriot’.

   A reliable yardstick where patriotism is concerned is our taste in various things. Take music for example. Most of us like listening to it as it is pleasant to the ear and soothing to the heart. The question is, what music do you predominantly listen to? Some wouldn’t be seen dead listening to local music. To them, it is ‘uninspiring’ and ‘primitive’. They prefer foreign lyrics, and drug abuse. The moral damage inflicted upon the impressionable minds of our youth by such music is immense.

   There are several reasons why we should cultivate a liking for local music. To begin with, our artist are now producing music that can hold its own anywhere. Most of them pass information with positive values such as obedience, respect and the importance of avoiding HIV infection. Secondly, when we buy local music, we help to create employment in the music and tourism industries. Besides, we promote talent and enhance the local languages in which some of the music is composed.

   Another area in which some have turned their backs on Kenya is education. After fourth form, there are those who opt to study abroad even though the very courses they want to do there are available locally. They either mistakenly believe that Kenyan education is substandard or they are simply lured by the mirage of better prospects abroad.

   There are obvious advantages of studying locally. In terms of cost, it is much cheaper here. Needless to say, you are spared the added cost of air tickets and the hustle of obtaining travel documents. Your money remains here and boosts our economy; more lecturers, non academic staff and even suppliers find employment. Moreover, you remain close to your family and friends and thus avoid the nasty culture shock experienced by those who go abroad.

   Supposing somebody offered to sponsor you for a sight-seeing tour to place of your choice. Which country would you choose? Chances are that it wouldn’t be Kenya, right? Yet, the reality is that most of us know very little of this gem of a country whose natural endowments beckon so many from so far. We are ignorant about the world’s finest safaris, commanding waterfalls, spectacular lakes, in parallel array of big game and varied cultural activities the induce adrenchin rush. Such scenic splendor, or heritage, left to be savored almost exclusively by foreign tourist! Hasn’t our government heavily subsidized domestic tourism? Why then should some Kenyans save up to go to Seychelles or Hawaii before they have tasted their own mother’s appetizing dish?

   If we were true patriots, we would fully familiarize ourselves with our local attractions before going to foreign destinations. Apart from the guaranteed pleasure we would derive from such local adventures, we would, more importantly, be building the Kenyan economy in various ways. Tourism is directly linked to the hotel, entertainment, transport, trade and agriculture industries.

   Lastly, let us desist from talking ill of our country. True, there may be many things that have gone wrong in Kenya but let us try to look for a positive speck even in the muck. Lets criticize constructively for the betterment of our nation. We only demean ourselves when we strip our motherland naked for all and sundry to ridicule.

   Most of us feel the itch of patriotism. Let us now scratch that itch by promoting what is truly uniquely Kenyan. Our choices in the past may have made the present bleak, but our future as Kenyans does not have to be bleak.

   Answer the following questions

   1. Why does the author mention Harambee Stars in paragraph one? (2mks)
      • Many consider themselves patriots just because of their support of Harambee stars
        
        
   2. Rewrite the last line of paragraph one to start with: Though (1mk)
      • Though it is wonderful and noble to identify with and celebrate the exploits of our country, men and women, we need to do a lot more to each the label patriot.
        
        
   3. What is the position of the author on foreign music? (3mks)
      • It is morally damaging to the impressionable minds of our youth
        
        
   4. In note form summarize the reasons we should cultivate a liking for local music. (3mks)
      • It is quality music
      • Buying local music creates employment
      • Local music promotes talent
      • It has positive values
      • Must be written in point form if not  ½  mark off from the total score.
        
        
   5. What view of local education do those who study abroad have?(2mks)
      • They mistakenly believe that local education is substandard.
      • They are lured by the mirage of better prospects abroad.
        
        
   6. Why could it be advantageous to study locally. Give any two reasons.( 2mks)
      • It’s cheaper
      • One’s money remains here to boost the economy.
      • One remains close to his/her family thus avoiding culture shock.
        
        
   7. Explain the irony in paragraph six. (2mks)
      • The government has heavily subsidized domestic tourism yet many Kenyan would seek foreign destinations if offered a chance to sight see.
        
        
   8. What is the author’s partying shot on patriotism’? (2mks)
      • It is not enough to feel patriotic. We should be practical about it.
        
        
   9. Explain the meaning of the following words and phrases as used in the passage. (3mks)
      1. Yardstick - measure
      2. Own mother’s appetizing dish - our own tourist attractions.
      3. Muck - dirt.

2. Read the extract below then answer all the question that follows.
   LITERARY APPRECIATION :EXERPT; A DOLL'S HOUSE

   Nora: But you must believe me ,Mr.Krogstad :it is not in my power to power to help you at all.
   Krogstad:Then it is because you haven’t the will ;but I have the means to compel you.
   Nora;You don’t mean that you will tell my husband that I owe you money ?
   Krogstad :Hm- suppose I were to tell him ?
   Nora:It would be perfectly infamous of you .(Sobbing) to think of his learning my secret which has been my joy and pride         ,in such an ugly, clumsy way –that he should learn it from you!And it would put me in a horribly disagreeable                    position-
   Krogstad:only disagreeable?
   Nora :(impetously) well, do it then !and it will be the worse for you. My husband will see for himself what a blackguard you are,and you certainly won’t keep your post then.
   Krogstad:I asked you if it was only a disagreeable position scene at home you were afraid of .
   Nora:if my husband does get to know of it ,of course he will at once pay you what is still owing you and we shall have nothing more to do with you.
   Krogstad:(coming a step nearer) listen to me, Mrs Helmer.Either you have a bad memory or you know very little of business.I shall be obliged to remind you of a few details.
   Nora :what do you mean

   Questions.

   1. “It is not in my power to help you at all’’How is this statement ironic considering earlier events in this play .(2mks)
   2. Explain why Krogstad wants Nora to help him. (3mks)
   3. Why has Nora’s secret been her joy and pride ,in such an ugly,clumsy way?(4mks)
   4. “I asked you if it was only a disagreeable scene at home that you were afraid of ?”Rewrite in direct speech.(1mk)
   5. Explain any one theme evident in this extract (1mk)
   6. What is Nora’s attitude towards Krogstad in this extract ? (3mks)
   7. Discuss one character trait for each of the following (4mks)
      1. Krogstad
      2. Nora
   8. Krogstad tells Nora that he will be obliged to remind her of a few details.Briefly explain these details.(3mks)
   9. Explain the meaning of the following expressions as used in this extract.(4mks)
      1. Compel
      2. Infamous
      3. Disagreeable
      4. Blackguard
3. ORAL LITERATURE (20mks)
   Read the following poem and answer the questions that follow.

   DEATH IS A WITCH
   SOLO : Ah, what shall I do, Abaluhya?
              It’s wrong
   CHORUS : Today I will say
                   Death is a witch, my people
                   It snatched my child
                   I will remain alone
   SOLO : Ah what shall I really do, Abaluhya
               It’s very wrong.
   CHORUS : Today I will say
                   Death is a witch, my people
                   It snatched my friend
                   I will dance alone
   SOLO: My child, my friend, I cry
             What shall I do? I cry
             What shall I do? I cry x2

   QUESTIONS

   1. Classify the above oral poem giving reasons (3 mks)
      • A dirge – Death is a witch, my people what shall I do? I cry.
        
        
   2. Who is the persona? (2 mks)
      • The persona is a parent who has lost a child/whose child has died.- It snatched my child.
        
        
   3. What is the singer’s attitude towards death? (3 mks)
      • Contemptuous/critical /condemnatory/hatred.
      • The singer blames death for taking away the child. “Death is a witch
      • I will remain alone”
        
        
   4. Identify and illustrate THREE stylistic devices in this poem. (6 mks)
      • Repetition – Today I will say
      • I will remain alone:
      • Direct translation – It snatched my child.
      • Direct address – my people.
        
        
   5. Identify one character trait of death brought out in this poem. (2 mks)
      • Death is portrayed as being cruel.
      • Death is a witch.
        
        
   6.  With illustrations, identify social activities of the community from which this song is drawn (2 mks)
      • Social dancer – I will dance alone.
        
        
   7. Explain the meaning of the following lines as used in the poem (2 mks)
      1. It snatched my child. - The child has died/ taken by death in a cruel manner.
      2. I will dance alone. - The parent is left with no one to comfort him/her.
         
         
4. GRAMMAR (15mks)
   1. Arrange the adjectives in the following sentences in their correct order. (2 mks)
      1. I hate blue toilet big ugly flies
         • I hate ugly, big, blue toilet flies.
           
           
      2. They found gold handsome round Swiss old watches.
         • They found handsome, round, old gold, Swiss watches.
           
           
   2. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions after each without changing the meaning (3 mks)
      1. Have you read the newspaper? (Rewrite in Past Tense)
         • Did you read the newspaper?
           
           
      2. He was obviously angry with you (Begin: His....)
         • His anger was obvious on you.
           
           
      3. The chief was looking for his goose. (Rewrite the sentence into plural)
         • The chiefs were looking for their geese.
           
           
   3. Underline the main clause in the following sentences (2 mks)
      1. He saw the man who abducted the girl
         • He saw the man
           
           
      2. If you work hard, you will pass your examinations
         • you will pass your exams.
           
           
   4. Replace the underlined words or phrases with the correct phrasal verb formed from the word in brackets (3 mks)
      1. His performance discouraged me until I stopped teaching him (Put)
         • Put me off
           
           
      2. The factory manager had to tolerate lazy workers (Put)
         • Put up with.
           
           
      3. The meeting has been postponed until further notice (Put)
         • Put off
           
           
   5. Use the correct form of the word given in brackets to fill in the gap in each sentence (3 mks)
      1. It is unclear whether or not personality is determined by heredity. (Person)
      2. The corrupt officer left office disgraced (Disgrace)
         
      3. There are no occupants in that house. (Occupy)
         
         
         
   6. Explain the difference in meaning between the following sentences (2 mks)
      1. Has the donkey eaten Mary?
         • The speaker is asking if the donkey has eaten/swallowed Mary.
      2. Has the donkey eaten, Mary?
         • The speaker is confirming from Mary if the donkey has eaten/been fed.