f3 Endterm 3 Exams s1

FORM 3 ENDTERM 3 EXAMS
ALL SUBJECTS
Compilation of Standard set of End of Term 3 Questions

for the Current Class to ALL Secondary Schools in Kenya.
SUBJECTS COMPILED;
Mathematics, English, Kiswahili, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, CRE,
Geography, History, Business Studies, Computer Studies, Agriculture &
Home-Science.
SERIES 1
For Marking Schemes

Mr Isaboke 0746-222-000 /0742-999-000
MWALIMU CONSULTANCY
SERIES 1
BIOLOGY
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

231/1
BIOLOGY
PAPER 1
2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
1. Write your name, admission number, school and stream in the spaces provided above.
2. Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.
FOR EXAMINERS USE ONLY

QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORES CANDIDATE’S SCORE
1 – 36 80
FOR MARKING SCHEMES, MWALIMU CONSULTANCY – 0746 222 000

1. State three ways in which protein are important to plant. (3marks)
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2. The diagram below represents a cell organelle.
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(a) Identify the organelle. D (1 mark)
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(b) Name the part labeled B. (1 mark)
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(c) State the function of part labeled A. (1 mark)
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3. Define binominal nomenclature. (1marks)

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4. Name any two problems that animal species overcome by their dispersion. (2marks)
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5. Explain why tropical forests do not have undergrowth (2marks)

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6. How is blood pressure generated and maintained in a vein? (2marks)
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7. What is the function of catalase? (2marks)

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8. (a) State the important of cross-pollination to flowering plants. (1mark)

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(b) How is self-pollination a disadvantage to flowering plants? (1mark)

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9. What is the role of light energy in autotrophic nutrition in spermatophyte? (2 marks)

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10. How is fur important to desert animal, other than in the regulation of their body temperature?
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11. What are the functions of named product of white blood cells? (3 marks)
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12. Explain three adaptations of cardiac muscles to their function. (3 marks)
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13. A form one student trying to estimate the size of onion cells observed the following on the
microscope’s field of view.
(a) Define the term resolving power. (1 mark)
(b) If the student counted 20 cells across the field of view calculate the size of one cell in
micrometers. (2 marks)
14. What is tidal volume in ventilation in man? (1mark)

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15. Define peristalsis and state its importance in the nutrition of mammals. (2 marks)
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16. The diagram below shows part of plant tissue.
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(a) Name cell labeled X and part labeled W. (2 marks)

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17. Why is the liver part of the digestive system? (2 marks)

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18. State the importance of cytoplasmic filaments in sieve tube elements. (1 mark)
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19. State any two characteristics of populations. (2marks)

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20. Describe any two functions of mitosis? (2 marks)

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21. The diagram below shows the exchange of gases in alveolus.
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(a) State how the alveoli are adapted to their function. (3 marks)
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(b) Name the cell labeled A. (1 mark)
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22. What are the external conditions needed, by root hair cells, for the uptake of mineral salts ions
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23. The diagram below represents a pyramid of biomass derived from a certain ecosystem
Consumer
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(a) Suggest the type of ecosystem from which the pyramid was derived (1mk)
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(b)State the significance of short food chains in an ecosystem (1mk)
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24. Suggest two reasons for the appearance of glucose in the urine of a man. (2 marks)
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25. (a) State the source Carbon (IV) oxide in aquatic ecosystems. (2 marks)
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(b) State the importance of Carbon (IV) oxide to aquatic ecosystems. (2 marks)
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26. The set up below shows apparatus to demonstrate a certain biological process
Oil
Liquid X
Boiled and cooled
glucose plus yeast
suspension
(a) What biological process was being investigated in the experiment (1mk)
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(b)Write down a word equation that represents the reaction above (1mk)
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(c) In the above set up, why was it important to boil and cool glucose before adding yeast?
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27. What is the homeostatic importance of cuticles of leaves? (2marks)

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28. Outline two functions of parenchyma cells in herbaceous plants. (2 marks)

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29. What is the important of diffusion to red blood cells? (2marks)

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30. The diagrams below show a pair of homologous chromosomes. Study them and answer the
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(i)State the phenomenon shown above (1mk)

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(ii) What is the genetic significance of the phenomenon above? (2mks)
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31. Account for the thick wall and narrow lumen of an artery. (2marks)
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32. How do pathogens that enter the body through the respiratory tract in man prevented from causing
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33. Where does the detoxification of ammonia take place in mammals? (1mark)
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34. Name the processes that take place in the grana of chloroplast. (2marks)
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35. The experiment illustrated below was set up to investigate a certain physiological process using
a raw tuber
Concentrated glucose
solution
Raw potato tuber
Trough
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water

(a) Suggest a possible physiological process that was being investigated (1mk)
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(b) Explain the results obtained in the above experiment after a few hours (2mks)
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36. Name the causative organism of the following diseases

(i) Malaria (1mk)
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(ii) Bilharzia (1mk)

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(SERIES 1)
BIOLOGY
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E)
BIOLOGY
PAPER 2
(THEORY)
 Write your name, school and index number in the spaces provided above.
 This paper consist of TWO sections; A and B.
 Answer all the questions in the section A in the spaces provided.
 In section B answer Question 6 (compulsory) and either question 7 or 8 in the space
provided after question 8.
 Check to ascertain that all pages are printed and that no questions are missing.
FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

Section Question Maximum Candidates
Score Score
A 1-5 40
B 6 20
7 20
8 20
Total Score 80

1. A student observed feeding relationship while on a tour in a coastal Island.
Eagles feed on small fish, Small fish feed on sea grass, Insect larvae and molluscs feed on sea
grass, Insect larvae fed on by small fish, while crabs feed on insect larvae and molluscs.
a) From the above information, construct a food web. (3mks)
b) In which trophic level is small fish found. (1mk)

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c) Extract a food chain where the Eagle is a tertiary consumer. (1mk)

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d) Suppose all the crabs were poisoned, what would be the immediate effect in the ecosystem. Give
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(e) Give a reason why pyramid of biomass is a better representation of energy flow in an
eco system than pyramid of numbers. (1mk)
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2. An experiment was set up as shown below.
a) A student blew air in and out through point X. Using arrows indicate on the diagram how
air gets in and out of the set up. (2mks)
b) (i) In which of the test tube would lime water turn milky first. (1mk)
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(ii) Give a reason. (1mk)
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(c) What is the effect of lactic acid in the thigh muscles of an athlete after a short fast race.
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(d) Identify the type of muscle in human being where formation and effect of lactic acid is
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(e) What is the biological significance of boiling milk /ultra heat treated milk. (1mk)
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3. The diagram below is a longitudinal section of an organ in mammals
a) Name the organ (1mk)

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b) Identify the parts R and S (2mks)

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c) i) State two differences in the structure above found in the deserted- rat and fish (3mks)
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ii) Account for the difference stated above. (2mks)

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d) Name the gland associated with the secretion of aldosterone hormone. (1mk)
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4. The diagram below represents a circulatory system found in a certain class of chordates.
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(a) Identify the type of circulatory system shown above. (1mk)

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(b) Name one class of animals having this type of circulatory system. (1mk)
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c) Identify parts labelled M, N and P. (3mks)

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d) What disadvantages is faced by having the types of circulatory system shown above? (2mks)
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e) Between blood vessels Q and T, which one carries oxygenated blood? (1mk)
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5. In an experiment to investigate the rate of reaction indicated by the equation.

C12H22O11 C6H12O6 + C6H12O6
Sucrose Fructose Glucose
It was found out that for products fructose and glucose to form, substance “K” was needed.
Temperature was maintained at 37oC.When substance “L” was added, reaction slowed and then
stopped.
a) Suggest identity of the substances (2mks)
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d) Explain how substance “L” slowed the rate of reaction. (2mks)

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SECTION B (40 MARKS)

Answer questions 6 (compulsory) and either questions 7 or 8 in the spaces provided questions
6. The glucose level in mg per 100cm3 of blood was determined in two person Y and Z. Both had
stayed for six hours without taking food. They were fed on equal amount of glucose at the start of
the experiment .The amount of glucose in their blood was determined at intervals .The results are
shown in the table below.
Times in minutes Glucose level in blood in mg /100cm3
Y Z
0 85 78
20 105 110
30 105 110
45 130 170
60 100 195
80 93 190
100 90 140
120 90 130
140 88 120

a) On the grid provided, plot graphs of glucose levels in blood against time on the same axes.
(7mks)
b) What was the concentration of glucose in the blood of Y and Z at the 50 th minute? (2mks)
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c) Account for the level of glucose in present Y

i) During the first 45 minutes. (2mks)
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ii) After 45th minute to the end. (4mks)

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d) Account for the decrease in glucose level person Z after 60 minutes. (2mks)
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e) Low blood sugar level in harmful to the body .Explain. (3mks)

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7. Discuss the adaptations of seeds and fruits to dispersal. (20mks)

8 Describe the structure and functions of various organelles in a mature animal cell. (20mks)

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(SERIES 1)
BIOLOGY
PAPER 3
CONFIDENTIAL
Each candidate should be supplied with the following;
 2 test tubes in a test tube rack
 10 ml of white wheat flour suspension in a 50ml beaker labeled M.
 10 ml of groundnut solution in a 50 ml beaker labeled N.
 10% Sodium hydroxide solution in a beaker labeled U
 Benedict’s solution labeled V
 1% copper sulphate solution in a beaker labeled X
 Droppers
 2 filter papers
 A means of heating
 A test tube holder.
NB:
TO PREPARE GROUND NUT SOLUTION
Peel off the raw testa; then grind the cotyledons and embryo using mortar and pestle into a powder;
then dissolve the powder in water in a beaker.
For every 20 candidates dissolve 10gms of ground nut powder in 100 ml of water.
TO PREPARE WHEAT SOLUTION

Dissolve 10gms of wheat flour in 100ml of water for every 20 candidate.

(SERIES 1)
BIOLOGY
TIME: 1¾ HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
233/3
BIOLOGY
PAPER 3 (PRACTICAL)
Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
 Write your name and index number in the spaces provided.
 Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided.
 Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided in the question paper
 Spend the first 15 minutes of the time allowed for this paper reading the whole paper before
commencing your work.
 ALL working MUST be clearly shown where necessary
FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

QUESTION MAXMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE
1 14
2 13
3 13
TOTAL 40

1. a) You are provided with substances labeled M, N, V, U and X and a filter paper. M and N are
food substances, while V is Benedict’s solution, U is 10% Sodium Hydroxide solution and X is
1% Copper Sulphate solution. Using the reagents provided, carry out tests determine the food
substance(s) in M and N (10 marks)
Substance Food Substance Procedure Observation Conclusion

Being Tested
For

a).State the functions of the food substances found in both M and N. (4marks)
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2. Below are sections of a dicotyledonous plant organs labeled X and Y.
(a) Give three observable differences between the sections. (3 marks)

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(b) On the diagram, label any three parts of section Y. (3 marks)
(c) Identify and state the functions of the parts labeled A and B. (4 marks)
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(d) How would section X compare with that of a monocotyledonous plant? (3 marks)
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3. Study the diagrams of fruits below

a) Name the type of fruit shown by P (1mks)
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b) State the type of dispersion used by fruit M, K and N. Give adaptation for each of them (6mks)
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c) Draw a well labeled diagram of diagram L (5mks)
d) State the type of placentation shown by diagram Q (1mk)

(SERIES 1)
BUSINESS STUDIES
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
QUESTIONS
1 a) Outline four reasons why organizations need to safe keep documents in files (4mks)
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2.Give the four components of business studies (4mks)

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3.A business is expected to be socially responsible to various groups such as customers, employees,
government, public and suppliers. Indicate against each statement the most appropriate group
(5mks)
Statement Group
i)Fair remuneration
ii)Timely tax returns
iii)Fairness in tender allocation
iv)Equal job opportunities
Quality products

4.Use the table below to outline four differences between basic wants and secondary wants
(4mks)
Basic wants Secondary wants
5.Identify three activities in the extractive level of production (4mks)

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6.Outline four ways in which partners may be classified (4mks)

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7.Highlight four characteristics of mail order store (4mks)

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8.Outline the meaning of the following terms as used in accounting (4mks)

i)Network of a business
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ii)Business transaction
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iii)Cash transaction
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vi)Credit transaction
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9.State four main factors that may limit the level of a country’s national income. (4mks)
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10.Identify four ways in which a business may be of benefit to people in the surrounding area
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11.State the effect of each of the following transaction on the balance sheet by writing increase or
decrease or no effect in each case
Transaction Effect
a)Bought machinery on credit
b)withdrew cash from the business for personal
use
c)Purchased stock in cash
d)Paid outstanding by cheque

12.State four ways of increasing efficiency and effectiveness of human porterage
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13.The following information relates to Makuyu Traders. Determine the missing figures. (3mks)
Assets Liabilities Capital
a) 50000 70000
b) 320000 280000
c) 14360 12000
14.Post the following transactions in the ledger books of Embakasi traders (4mks)
March 1/2013 commenced business with sh. 150,000 cash at bank
March 5/2013 bought machinery in credit for sh. 9500
March 7/2013 withdrew sh 5000 from bank for office use
March 8/2013 paid sh 3000 cash to creditor
15.Give four reasons that make insurance companies decline to insure acts of nature (4mks)
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16.Name 4 sources of business ideas. (4mks)

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17.State 4 office etiquette of a business person. (4mks)
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18.Mention four main types of demand. (4mks)
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20.Name 4 methods of government involvement in business (4mks)

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21.Name 4 types of public utilities. (4mks)

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22.Name 4 barriers of effective communication. (4mks)

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23.Name 4 types of life assurance contracts (4mks)
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24.Name 4 characteristic of a good filing system. (4mks)

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25.Give 4 characteristics of oligopoly market structure. (4mks)

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(SERIES 1)
BUSINESS STUDIES
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
Instructions to candidates;
a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided above.
b) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided above
c) This paper consists of six questions.
d) Answer any five questions in the spaces provided after question six.
e) All questions carry equal marks
For Examiners use only.

Question Maximum score Candidate’s score
20
20
20
20
20

QUESTIONS
1.(a) Explain five internal economies of scale that may be experienced by the firm (10mks)
(b) Explain five factors to be considered when setting up an office layout for a business
organization (10mks)
2a) Explain five assumptions that will make a circular flow of two sector economy to hold.
(10marks)
b)Explain five ways of improving the efficiency of a warehouse. (10 marks)
3.a)Explain six ways which the government of Kenya can use to influence the supply of maize in
Kenya (12mks)
b)The following balance relate to the business of Roba traders during the period ended 31st March
2014.
Cash at bank 680,000
Premises 500,000
Machinery 175,000
Creditors 190,000
Furniture 85,000
Motor van 200,000
Cash in hand 50,000
ADS5y loan 630,000
Extract the trial balance of Roba traders as at 31st March 2014 (8mks)
4a)Discuss any four importance’s of a balance sheet with special reference to the interested parties
to a balance sheet (8mks)
b)Highlight any six types of an employment and disclose a remedy (solution) for each type (12mks)
5. a)Describe four circumstances under which an insurance company would not compensate the
insured in the event of loss. (8 marks)

b)The following balance sheet was extracted from the books of Imara stores on 1stMay2015.
IMARASTORES
Balance Sheet
Asat1stMay2015
Ksh Ksh
Furniture
Equipment 82,000 Mbotela(creditor) 27,000
Stck 140,000
200,000 Capital 415,000
Cash 20,000
442,000 442,000
The following transaction took place during the month of May2015.

4.5.2015: The owner of Imara stores sold personal assets for Ksh 30,000 receiving payment by
cheque which he invested in the business.
10.5.2015: He purchased goods for Ksh 29,000 on credit from Mbolela.
19.5.2015: He turned goods worth Kshs 3,000 to Mbotela after they were fund defective.
30.5.2015: He sold goods for Ksh 12,000 cash.
Required: Open relevant ledger accounts, record the above transaction and balance them off.(12
marks)
6. a)Highlight any five distinguishing characteristics between a public Ltd company and public
corporation. (10 marks)
b)Discuss five conditions necessary for the existence of perfect competition type of market
structure. (10marks)

(SERIES 1)
AGRICULTURE
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
443/1
AGRICULTURE
Paper 1
(THEORY)
2 hours
Instructions to students
(a) Write your name and index number in the spaces provided at the top of this page.
(b) Sign and write the date of the examination in the spaces provided.
(c) This paper consists of three sections: A, B and C.
(d) Answer all questions in sections A and B.
(e) Answer any two questions in section C.
(f) All answers should be written in the spaces provided.
For Examiner’s Use Only

SECTION QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATES SCORE
A 1  19 30
B 20 23 20
20
C
20
TOTAL SCORE 90
FOR MARKING SCHEMES, MWALIMU CONSULTANCY – 0746-222-000

SECTION A
Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.
1. Name two classes of weeds on the basis of the following.
(a) Growth cycle (1mk)
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(b) Plant morphology (1mk)
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2. State four reasons for land fragmentation in Kenya. (2mks)

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3. Give four advantages of individual owner operator tenure system as practiced in Kenya. (2mks)
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4. Give four methods of breaking seed dormancy. (2mks)
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5. State four disadvantages of organic mulch in crop production. (2mks)

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6. Give four practices carried out in a tree nursery. (2mks)
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7. State four reasons for staking tomatoes. (2mks)

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8. List three methods of treating water for use on the farm. (1 ½ mks)
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9. Give two examples for each of the following categories of water pipes.
(a) Metal pipes (1mk)
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(b) Hose pipes (1mk)
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10. What is organic farming? (1mk)

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11. State four problems that may be brought about by hardpans in crop land. (4mks)
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12. State four information contained in a land title deed. (2mks)

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13. Mention the simultaneous processes that lead to the formation of erosional characteristics of a
gully. (4mks)
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14. State three factors that determine the depth of planting. (1 ½ mks)
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SECTION B (20MKS)
15. The diagram below shows a soil water conservation structure.

a) Identify the method of soil and water conservation shown in the diagram. (1mk)
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b) State three practices that can be carried out on the above structure to make it stable. (3mks)
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c) State any other structure that can be used in soil and water management. (1mk)
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16. The diagram K, L, M and N below represents types of soil structures. Study the diagrams
carefully and the answer the questions that follow.
Identify the soil structures labeled L , N and M. (3mks)

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17. of A plot land measures 6.6m long by 3.6m wide. This plot is prepared for planting cabbages at a
spacing of 60cm by 60cm. the outermost row starts at 30cm from the edges all around the plot.
Calculate:
The number of the rows falling on the width side of the plot. (2mks)
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18. Study the illustrations given below and then answer the questions that follow
(b) Identify the pests shown by illustrations A and B. (1mk)
(c) State two effective methods of controlling each of the pests labeled A and B.
A (2mks)
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Section C (40mks)
Answer any two questions from this section in the spaces provided.
19. Outline safety precautions when using herbicides. (12mks)
b) Outline physical measures that have been employed in the control of pests. (8mks)
20. Explain five effects of soil erosion. (5mks)
b) Describe the field production of tomatoes from transplanting to harvesting. (15mks)
21. Describe advantages of sub-surface irrigation. (7mks)
b) Explain contribution of agriculture to National development. (12mks)
c) Define agriculture. (1mk)

(SERIES 1)
AGRICULTURE
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
443/2
AGRICULTURE
Paper 2
(THEORY)
2 hours
Instructions to students
(b) Sign and write the date of the examination in the spaces provided.
(c) This paper consists of three sections: A, B and C.
(d) Answer all questions in sections A and B.
(e) Answer any two questions in section C.
(f) All answers should be written in the spaces provided.

SECTION QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATES SCORE
A 1  19 30
B 20 23 20
20
C
20
TOTAL SCORE 90

Answer ALL Questions in this section.
1) Give two uses of foot bath in a cattle dip. (2mks)
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2) Give four characteristics of exotic cattle that make them not to survive well in arid areas. (2mks)
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3) Differentiate between roughage and concentrate feeds as used in livestock nutrition. (2mks)
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4) List four reasons for treating timber before roofing farm building. (2mks)
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5) Give three problems associated with lambing in sheep. (3mks)

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6) Give 2 importance of growing grass around a fish pond. (2mks)

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7) Outline four qualities of honey. (2mks)
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8) Outline four maintenance practices that should be carried out on a hand saw. (2mks)
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9) List four management practices that should be carried out during mating season in sheep.(2mks)
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10) Give one function of omasum in ruminants. (1mk)

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11) State two uses of sickle on the farm. (2mks)

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12) State four routes of administering vaccines in poultry. (2mks)

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13) State three circumstances which would lead a farmer to cull a high producing dairy cow. (3mks)
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14) Give two best methods of identifying bulls. (1mk)

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15) Name four materials collected by bees. (2mks)

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SECTION B: 20 MARKS
Answer All Questions in this section.
16) The diagram below illustrates a cross section of a livestock handling structure. Use it to answer

(c) Name parts. (4mks)
B–
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(d) Give the function of parts. (2mks)

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D:-
17) Diagrams Q and R below illustrate a practice carried out on livestock. Study them and answer
a) Identify methods Q and R. (2mks)

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b) Give one tool of carrying out practice Q. (1mk)

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18) Diagram L below illustrates the external features of a cow. Study it careful and answer the
Using letter T with a pointing arrow indicate four areas where ticks are found. (3mks)
36. Name two chemical methods of controlling ticks. (2mks)
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37. Name the type of animal giving a reason. (2mks)

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19) A farmer wanted to prepare a 200kg of calf rearing ration containing 20% D.C.P. Using
pearson’s square method calculate the amount of maize containing 10% DCP and sunflower
containing 35% DCP the farmer would need to prepare the ration. (4mks)

SECTION C: (40 MARKS)
Answer any TWO questions in this section.
20) (a) Describe four methods used in fish preservation prior to marketing. (8mks)
(b) State four advantages of embryo transplant. (4mks)
(c) Describe four disease predisposing factors in livestock. (8mks)
21) (a) Compare and contrast ruminants and non-ruminants. (10mks)

(b) Describe five uses of water in the animal’s body. (10mks)
22) (a) Describe five possible uses of a crush. (5mks)

(b) Explain five importance of dehorning animals. (10mks)
(c) State five reasons for swarming of bees. (5mks)

(SERIES 1)
CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
Answer Any Five Questions
1. (a) Explain ways in which CRE promotes national unity (8mks)
(b) Outline six reasons why Bible is referred to as the word of God. (6mks)
(c) Outline ways in which Christians obey instructions given by God in creation stories.(6mks)
2. (a) From the call of Moses, explain five reasons why he was reluctant to accept the task given by
God. (10mks)
(b) Outline five roles of Moses in Israel. (5mks)
(c) Give five problems church leaders face in their work today. (5mks)
3. (a) Identify six reasons why Samuel was against kingship in Israel (6mks)
(b) outline ways in which David promoted worship of Yahweh in Israel. (7mks)
(c)what lessons do church leaders learn from David’s leadership? (7mks)
4. (a)Identify characteristics of true prophets in the old testament (5mks)
(b)Explain the Visions of Prophet Amos and give their significance (10mks)
(c) Identifyfive evils in society today that prophet Amos would have condemned (5mks)
5. (a)Explain four reasons why prophet Jeremiah condemned human sacrifice (8mks)
(b) Outline five characteristics of the new covenant as foretold by prophet Jeremiah (5mks)
(c) State lessons Christians learn from prophet Jeremiah’s suffering and lamentations (7mks)
6.(a) Give the importance of kinship in traditional African society (7mks)
(b) Highlight six responsibilities of living towards ancestors (6mks)
(c) Outline ways in which Christians honour God today (7mks)

(SERIES 1)
CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….....
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
Answer Any Five Questions

1a) Describe activities that took place during dedication of Jesus in the Temple (LK 2:22- 40)
(8mks)
(b) Outline seven lessons Christians learn from the incident when Jesus was left behind by his
parents in the Temple. (Luke 2: 41 - 52). (7 mks)
(c) State five ways in which Christians show respect to places of worship in Kenya today.(5 mks)
2. (a) With reference to the sermon on the plain, state six teachings of Jesus on how human beings
should relate to one another. (6 mks)
(b) Describe the incident in which Jesus calmed the storm. (Luke 8: 22 - 25). (7 mks)
(c) Identify virtues that Christians learn from the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand.
(7 mks)
3. (a) State five accusations that were made against Jesus during his trial. (Luke 22: 66 -23: 1-23).
(5mks)
(b) Give reasons why Jesus appeared to His disciples after resurrection. (7 mks)
(c) Why should Christians be discouraged from taking part in mob justice? (8mks)
4. (a) Explain the teaching of Peter concerning the people of God (1st Peter 2: 9 - 10) (8mks)
(b) Give ways through which Christians can promote unity among themselves in Kenya today.
(7mks)
(c) State how kindness as a fruit of the Holy Spirit is abused in the Church in Kenya today.
(5mks)
5 a) Outline the events that took place at Jesus entry into Jerusalem (Luke 19:28-40. (7mks)
(b) State what the two disciples to Emmaus discussed about Jesus. (6mks)
(c) Explain how unity is demonstrated in Kenyan churches today. (7mks)
6 a) Explain the teaching of Jesus on prayer (7mks)

(b) State the occasions when Jesus prayed (7mks)
(c) Why do some Christians find it hard to pray ? (6mks)

(SERIES 1)
KISWAHILI
TIME: 2½ HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
MAAGIZO:
 Andika Insha mbili. Insha ya kwanza ni ya lazima.
 Kisha chagua insha nyingine moja kati ya hizo tatu zilizobaki.
 Kila insha isipungue maneno 400.
 Kila insha ina alama 20.
MASWALI:
1. Wewe ni katibu wa kamati ya maslahi ya klabu ya wasanii chipukizi mtaa wa Rehema.
Andika kumbukumbu za mkutano uliofanywa hivi karibuni kujadili suala la usalama
uliozorota.
2. Mfumo wa elimu nchini Kenya una kasoro nyingi na unafaa kufanyiwa mabadiliko. Eleza.
3. Andika kisa kinachodhihirisha maana ya methali: Ujana ni moshi ukienda haurudi.
4. Tunga kisa kinachomalizika kwa maneno haya: ‘……. Hapo ndipo iliponipambazukia kuwa
nilikuwa naogelea baharini pekee, kinyume na wenzangu wote.

(SERIES 1)
KISWAHILI
TIME: 2½ HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
SEHEMU A.UFAHAMU (ALAMA 15)

Soma makala yafuatayo kisha kisha ujibu maswali:-
Waajiri wengi wanazilaumu taasisi za elimu kwa kukosa kutoa wafanya kazi wenye ujuzi tosha,
hasa wa kiteknolojia za kisasa kama kutumia kompyuta kutenda kazi mbalimbali. Hali hii
imekuwa ya kuhuzunisha sana.
Ujuzi wa kuweza kutumia Kompyuta unaweza kumfaa mwanafunzi hata anapokosa nafasi ya
kujiunga na chuo kikuu kwa vile anaweza kuendelea na elimu yake kupitia kwa elimu mtandao.
Pia anaweza kufanya utafiti wa kina kupitia intaneti na kwa njia hii akaimarisha elimu yake.
Mojawapo ya njia ya kuimarisha elimu kuhusu maswala ya teknolojia ni kuanzishwa kwa mikakati
mipya ya kufunza. Somo la Kompyuta laweza kuimarika mashuleni endapo kwanza walimu
watahamasishwa juu ya faida za ujuzi huu.
Kwa kutumia Kompyuta kufunza, walimu wanaweza kufunza madarasa kadhaa katika kipindi
kimoja bila kulazimika kuyahudhuria. Hii itapunguza kiwango cha kazi kwa walimu kwa vile
watapata muda wa kufanya utafiti mpana. Aidha, watapata habari na ufahamu zaidi wa mambo
kwa kutumia mitambo ya Kompyuta kutoka kwenye intaneti, kupitia tovuti.
Hata hivyo mipango hii inakabiliwa na changamoto kama vile bei za juu za mitambo na vifaa vya
Kompyuta, ukosefu wa miundo msingi itakayowezesha utumiaji wa mitambo hii na ukosefu wa
walimu waliohitimu somo la Kompyuta.
Pia, kuna tatizo la ukosefu wa nguvu za umeme hasa maeneo ya mashambani; vile vile, katika
maeneo yaya haya, wanafunzi na wazazi wengi huvichukulia somo la Kompyuta kuwa gumu na
linalofaa wakaazi na wanafunzi kutoka maeneo ya mijini na linalofaa wakaazi muhimu kwao
mashambani.

Maswali
(a) Ipe taarifa uliyoisoma anwani inayoifaa AL.2
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(b) “Hali hii imekuwa ya kuhuzunisha.” Ni hali gani inayozungumziwa katika aya ya ? AL.2
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(c) Ujuzi wa kutumia Kompyuta unaweza kumfaidi vipi mwanafunzi? AL.4

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(d) Mikakati mipya ya kuimarisha elimu kuhusu maswala ya teknolojia inakabiliwa na

vizingiti vipi? AL.3
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(e) Taja manufaa mawili ambayo mwalimu anaweza kupata kutokana na ujuzi wa teknolojia
ya Kompyuta AL.2
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(f) Andika msamiati mwafaka zaidi kwa maneno yafuatayo: AL.2

(i) Kompyuta_____________________________________________________________
(ii) Intaneti _______________________________________________________

SEHEMU B.UFUPISHO ( ALAMA 15)
Soma taarifa hii kisha ujibu maswali
Umaskini ni tatizo sugu katika jamii. Binadamu wengi hujikuta katika hali hii kwa sababu
hawakubahatika kusoma. Baadhi yao huenda walijaribu kusoma wakashindwa mapema
kujipandisha kielimu. Ukosaji wa elimu huchangia sana katika kukuza ukata. Elimu huweza mtu
kupata tonge kwa kujipatia kazi za kumwezesha kuyakidhi mahitaji ya maisha. Hali kadhalika,
elimu humsaidia binadamu kupata maarifa mengi ya kutendea shughuli zake za kimaendeleo.
Kwa mfano, kama ni wakulima wanaweza kutumia pembejeo zifaazo ili kuboresha uzalishaji
wa mazao. Wakulima wenye elimu hawatapendelea njia duni za kuendeleza kilimo kama vile
kutumia visagilima na mbinu nyingine za kijadi. Badala yake watatumia njia za kisasa za
kuvunia mazao yao.
Umaskini mwingine huwa mwiba wa kujichoma. Baadhi ya watu ni mikunguni. Kulaza damu kwao
kunawafanya kuwa wategemezi katika familia na jamii kwa jumla. Kwa vile hawajazoea
kuinamia cha mvunguni, hata wakifunzwa kuchakura hawawezi. Ili kujaribu kuutibu uwele wao
na ufukara baadhi yao hutafuta njia za mkato kama vile upwekuzi wa vitu vya wale
waliojitahidi. Wakifanikiwa huweza kufurisha vibindo vyao. Hata hivyo mkono mrefu wa
walinda usalama ukiwakumbatia wao hubakia kusagika kwa dhiki isiyomithilika ndani ya
magereza.
Majanga ya kimaumbile kama vile mitetemeko ya ardhi, mikurupuko ya maradhi hatari, moto,
ukame na mafuriko huchangia na kuzidisha umaskini. Matukio hayo yakiandama kidindia watu
wengi huhasirika. Licha ya mali nyingi kupotea, manusura huachwa wakiwa maskini hohehahe.
Matumizi yao hupotea kwani wengi huhitajika kuanza maisha upya.
Vijana ni nguzo muhimu katika maendeleo ya nchi yoyote ile. Endapo watajiingiza katika uraibu
wa dawa za kulevya, wataathirika wao wenyewe na jamii kwa jumla. Pamoja na kuwa vijana
hawa hufuja pesa nyingi katika ununuzi wa dawa hizi, dawa zenyewe huwadhoofisha na
kuwapoka nguvu za kushiriki katika uzalishaji mali. Kutokana na hali hii,umaskini hupaliliwa
na kushamiri zaidi.
Umaskini huzua matatizo mbalimbali katika jamii. Ufukara huchachawiza juhudi za serikali za
kuwapa raia wake mahitaji ya kimsingi kama vile huduma za afya. Pia umaskini husababisha
maovu mbalimbali ya kijamii kama vile mauaji na ukahaba.
Baadhi ya wanajamii huona kwamba njia ya kipekee ya kukabiliana na changamoto
zinazosababishwa na hali ya ulitima ni kupitia kwa biashara haramu. Hali hii huchochea zaidi
kudorora kwa maadili ya kijamii.
Mataifa mbalimbali ulimwenguni yamezua mikakati mahsusi ya kukabiliana na umaskini. Baadhi
ya mataifa yamebuni utaratibu maalum wa kupunguza mwanya mkubwa uliopo kati ya matajiri
na maskini. Mojawapo ya mipango hiyo ni kupandisha viwango vya kodi inayotozwa wenye
mishahara minono na wafanyibiashara wenye pato kubwa. Aidha huduma za burudani hutozwa
kodi ya kiwango cha juu. Kupitia kwa kodi hizo, na njia nyinginezo, serikali za nchi hizo hupata
pesa za kuwahudumia maskini.
Mataifa yanayoendelea yanaweza kuwakwamua wananchi kiuchumi kwa kuwapa wahitaji mitaji ya
kuanzisha miradi mbalimbali ya kimaendeleo. Mifano ya miradi hiyo ni viwanda vya ‘Jua kali’,
ususi wa vikapu na uchongaji wa vinyago. Hali kadhalika, serikali inaweza kuwatafutia masoko
ya nje wafanyi biashara wadogo wadogo. Aidha, serikali inaweza kupunguza ushuru kwa
bidhaa zinazoagizwa na masoko ya nje wafanyibiashara wa aina hiyo. Mathalan, ushuru
unaotozwa nguo kuukuu zinazoingizwa nchini ukipunguzwa, wauzaji wa nguo hizi watafaidika
zaidi na hali ya umaskini itaendelea kupungua.
Sehemu za mashambani ni mhimili mkubwa wa uchumi. Ingawa kumekuwa na juhudi za
kuzistawisha sehemu hizi kwa kusambaza huduma za umeme na maji kwa gharama nafuu, bado
hali haijawa ya kuridhirisha. Ili kuimarisha sehemu hizi na kukabiliana vilivyo na tatizo la
umaskini, hatuna budi kusambaza huduma hizi hasa katika sehemu kame. Sehemu hizi zikipata
maji, kilimo chenye natija kitaendelezwa na umaskini utakuwa karibu kuzikwa katika kaburi la
sahau. Ikiwa tutazitekeleza sehemu hizi, vijana wanaoweza kusistawisha watahamia mjini
kutafuta maisha ‘bora’. Hali hii itazidisha msongomano wa watu mjini.
Umaskini ni nduli ambaye lazima aangamizwe ima fa ima. Vijana hawana budi kubadili mtazamo
wao hasa kuhusu kazi za mashambani na kujitahidi kuimarisha kilimo. Fauka ya hayo, mifumo
mwafaka ya elimu ibuniwe ili kukidhi mahitaji ya kiuchumi ya taifa. Badala ya kuhimiza elimu
ya kinadharia, elimu tekelezi isisitizwe zaidi ili wale wanaokosa kazi za kiafisi waweze kujiajiri
katika kazi za kiufundi. Ukusanyaji wa ushuru uimarishwe zaidi. Hali ya usalama iendelee
kustawishwa ili kuzidi kuwavutia wawekezaji, na hivyo kubuni nafasi zaidi za kazi.
Maswali
(a)Kulingana na kifungu ‘umasikini ni hali inayoletwa na udhaifu wa mtu binafsi’. Jadili
(maneno 30-40) AL.7
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(b)Jamii ina uwezo wa kukabiliana na hali ya umaskini inayowakumba raia wake. Thibitisha
kwa mujibu wa kifungu (maneno 40-50) AL.8
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SEHEMU C.MATUMIZI YA LUGHA: (ALAMA 40)

(a) Eleza sifa za sauti /ch/ (alama 2)
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(b) Badilisha sentensi ifuatayo iwe mazoea kwa kutumia kirejeshi “O”. (alama 2)
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(c) Pambanua viungo vya kisarufi katika neno lifuatalo. (alama 3)

Tuliwalimia
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(d) Tunga sentensi ukitumia neno mzee kama: (alama 2)
(i) Kivumishi
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(ii) kielezi
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(e) Jaza mapengo. (alama 3)
Kutenda Kutendewa
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(f) Eleza maana ya misemo ifuatayo. (alama 2)

(i) Giza la ukata
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(ii) Meza mate machungu
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(g) Bainisha shamirisho katika sentensi ifuatayo. (alama 3)

Maksundi alimjengea Tamari nyumba kwa matofali mazuri.
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(h) Nomino zifuatazo zinapatikana katika ngeli gani? (alama 2)

(i) Topasi
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(i) Andika sentensi ifuatayo kwa kufuata maagizo. (alama 2)
Mizizi ya mibaruti hii iliwaponya watu ambao walikuwa na shida kama hii yenu
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(j) Changanua sentensi ifuatayo kwa kutumia kielelezo matawi. (alama 4)
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(K) Tunga sentensi yenye masharti yafuatayo. (alama 3)
(i) Kiima
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(l) Andika sentensi ifuatayo kwa ukubwa huku ukikanusha. (alama 3)

Kijibwa chake ni kikali
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(m) Jaza neno ambalo ni kinyume cha lile lililopigwa mstari katika sentensi. (alama 2)
(i) Vile vitu ulivyovichanganya itakubidi
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(ii) Bomba hili limeziba mwite fundi aweze
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(n) Andika katika usemi halisi. (alama 3)
Mama aliwahimiza warudi siku hiyo la sivyo wangekosa tuzo.
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(o) Tambulisha kishazi tegemezi na kishazi huru. (alama 2)

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(p) Kamilisha methali ifuatayo. (alama 2)

Jitihada za mja
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SEHEMU D.ISIMU JAMII (ALAMA 10)

A : Ingia 46! Adams mbao Kenyatta, railways beba! 46 Adams mbao kenyatta, railways!
B : Namba nane ngapi?
A : Mbao ingia, blue.
B : Nina hashuu.
A : Blue Auntie.
B : Sina.
A : Ingia. 46 Adams mbao, kenyatta railways gari bebabeba.
C : Mimi sinako shirini. Chukuako tu kumi.
A : Dinga inakunywanga petrol mzee.
C : Kumi mingi.
A : Haaya ingia twende. Driver imeshona twende.
Maswali
(i) Eleza muktadha wa mazungumzo haya AL.2
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KISWAHILI
TIME: 1¾ HOURS
PAPER 3
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MAAGIZO KWA WATAHINIWA:

a) Andika jina lako, nambari ya usajili,darasa, tarehe na sahihi yako katika nafasi
ulizoachiwa hapo juu.
b) Jibu maswali MANNE katika nafasi ulizopewa.
c) Swali la kwanza ni la lazima. Maswali hayo mengine yachaguliwe kutoka sehemu
zilizosalia.
d) Majibu yote lazima yaandikwe kwa lugha ya Kiswahili.
e) Watahiniwa ni lazima wahakikishe kwamba kurasa zote za karatasi hii zimepigwa chapa
sawasawa na kuwa maswali yote yamo.
KWA MATUMIZI YA MTAHINI PEKEE

Swali Upeo Alama
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Jumla 80

SEHEMU YA A: FASIHI SIMULIZI
1. Soma wimbo ufuatao kIsha ujibu maswali yaliyoulizwa. (al. 20)
Kondolo, kondolo
Mlezi wa mwana
Mai kenda, nani kenda
Sokoni kenda
Kondolo, we ndolo mwana.
Mai tarudi atarudi

Adazi lako akirudi
Pia nyama ya kufupa
Kufupa kwangu wewe msopa
Kipenzi mwana
Kondolo kondolo
Mwana ndolo
Mwana kuja
Titi laja
Basi ndolo kipenzi cha mama
Ndolo ndolo atarudi.
a. Huu ni wimbo wa aina gani? Kwa nini? (al. 4)

b. Tunga wimbo mfupi wa aina hii kutoka jamii yako. (al. 6)
c. Taja mbinu zozote mbili za lugha katika wimbo huu. (al. 6)
d. Kuna wahusika wangapi katika wimbo huu? Wataje. (al. 2)
e. Eleza uhusiano wa wahusika uiliowataja katika swali la 4. (al.2)
SEHEMU YA B. TAMTHILIA
T. Arege: Bembea Ya Maisha
…Jamani mtoto amejaribu! hivi umesahau kuwa hata wewe unatumia hela za kununua dawa? Hata
sasa umetumia mapeni uliyotumiwa wasikuone shabiki tu.
a.Eleza muktadha wa dondoo hili. (al. 4)
b. Tambua na ueleze mbinu za kimtindo zilizotumika katika dondoo. (al.4)
c. Onyesha jinsi mhusika anayerejerewa amejaribu kuwashika mkono wazazi wake. (al.4)
d. Taja sifa nane za anayerejelewa. (al. 8)
3. Jadili nafasi ya mwanamke katika jamii ya Bembea ya Maisha. (al. 20)

SEHEMU YA C. RIWAYA
C. Momanyi: Nguu za Jadi
4. Jadili maudhui yafuatayo yanavyo jitokeza katika Riwaya ya Nguu za Jadi.
i. Ufisadi (al. 10)
ii. Ukabila (al. 10)
5. Taja na ueleze sifa za wahusika wafuatao .(al.20)

i. Sagilu
ii. Mangwasha
iii. Mtemi Lesulia
iv. Chifu Mshabaha
SEHEMU YA D: USHAIRI
6.Soma shairi lifuatalo kisha ujibu maswali
Kila nikaapo hushika tama
Na kuwazia hali inyayonizunguka
Huyawazia madhila
Huziwazia shida
Huiwazia dhiki
Dhiki ya ulezi
Shida ya kudhalilishwa kazini
Madhila ya kufanyiwa dharau
Kwa sababu ya jinsia ya kike
Hukaa no kujidadisi
Kujua kwa nini
Jamii haikisikil killo changu
Wenzangu hawanishiki mikono
Bali wananidharau kwa kuukosoa utamaduni
Hukaa no kujiuliza
I wapi raha yangu ulimwengu huu?
I wapi jamaa nzima ya wanawake?

Maswali
(a) Shairi hili ni la aina gani ? Eleza. (alama 2)
(b) Eleza dhamira ya mtunzi wa shairi hili. (alama 2)
(c) Kwa kutolea mifano, eleza maana ya mishata. (alama 2)
(d) Taja na ueleze tamathali mbili zilizotumika katika shairi hili. (alama 4)
(e) Tambulisha nafsi neni katika shairi hili. (alama 2)
(f) Fafanua toni ya shairi hili. (alama 2)
(g) Fafanua maudhui mawili ya shairi hili. (alama 2)
(h) Onyesha namna nafsi neni anavyosalitiwa. (alama 2)
(i) Eleza maana ya maneno haya kama yalivyotumiwa katika shairi. (alama 2)
(i) madhila
(ii) kudhalilishwa
7. Soma shairi lifuatalo kisha ujibu maswali

Kiapo kwao majaji, wanosimamia haki
Kwa sharia ni magwiji, wahalifu hawatoki,
Wengi wao ni walaji, kwa rushwa ni mashabiki,
Kwa rushwa mashabiki.
Kiapo kwa daktari, wagonjwa hawadhiliki,
Kazi zao ni dhariri, maradhi hayakwepeki,
Na wengine ni hatari, bila pesa hutibiki,
Bila pesa hutibiki.
Kiapo cha mawaziri, kwa mbwembwe na itifaki,

Na suti zao nzuri, shingo tai haitoki,
Na wengi wana dosari, ni kwa mikataba feki,
Ni kwa mikataba feki.
Kiapo cha magavana, mikoa kuimiliki,

Hujifanya ni mabwana, wala hawasogeleki,
Nayo nchi huitafuna, na kuwa haikaliki
Na kuwa haikaliki.
Kiapo cha maraisi, kwa mizinga na fataki

Na wageni mahususi, hualikwa kushiriki,
Ikulu wakijilisi, kwa wizi hawashikiki
Kwa wizi hawashikiki.
Viapo vya utiifu, kwa sasa havistahiki

Wanoapa ni wachafu, tena hawaaminiki,
Biblia misahafu, washikapo unafiki
Washikapo unafiki

Maswali
a) “Dhamira ya shairi hili ni kushtumu ukiukaji wa maadili ya kikazi.” Fafanua. (alama 3)
b) Eleza namna vipengele vifuatavyo vya kimtindo vilivyotumika katika shairi hili.
(i) Usambamba (alama 2)
(ii) Aina za taswira (alama 3)
c) Bainisha toni katika shairi hili. (alama 2)
d) Fafanua mbinu mbili alizotumia mshairi kutosheleza mahitaji ya kiarudhi katika shairi hili.
(alama 4)
e) Ainisha bahari kwa kuzingatia vigezo vifuatavyo; (alama 3)
i. Mpangilio wa vina
ii. Mizani
iii. Mpangilio wa maneno
f)Fafanua muundo wa shairi hili. (alama 3)

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MATHEMATICS
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MATHEMATICS
Paper 1
Time: 21/2 Hours
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E)
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATES
 Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above
 This paper contains two sections; Section 1 and Section 11.
 Answer all the questions in section 1 and only five questions from Section 11
 All workings and answers must be written on the question paper in the spaces provided below
each question.
 Marks may be given for correct working even if the answer is wrong.
 Calculations and KNEC Mathematical tables may be used EXCEPT where stated otherwise.
 Show all the steps in your calculations, giving your answers at each stage in the spaces below
each question.
FOR EXAMINERS’S USE ONLY

Section 1
Question 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Total
Marks
Section 1I GRAND TOTAL

Question 17 18 19 20 21 22 13 24 Total
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SECTION I (50 MARKS)
Answer all questions in this section in the spaces provided.
1. Without using a calculator ,evaluate
3 15  4 of 2 1
4 7 7 3 Giving your answer as mixed fraction (3mks)
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13
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2. Two boys and a girl shared some money. The younger boy got 518 of it; the elder boy got 7 12
of the remainder and the girl got the rest. Find the percentage share of the younger boy to the
girl’s share. (4mks)
3. Three numbers, 1400,1960 and n have a G.C.Dand L.C.M of 70 and 22 x 52 x 72 x 11

respectively.Find the least possible value of n (3mks)

4. A bus starts off from Kitale at 9. a.m and travels towards Kakamega at a speed of 60km/hr. At
9.50 a.m, a matatu leaves Kakamega and travels towards Kitale at a speed of 60Km/h. How far
from Kitale will the two vehicles meet? ( 3mks)
5. Find the equation of a straight line which is equidistant from the points A(2,3) and B (6,1)
(3mks)
6. Simplify the expression completely (3mks)

12x 2 – 16x
20 - 11x – 3x2

7. Given that sin θ = 2 3 and θ is an acute angle, find without using tables tan2 θ + Cos2 θ. Give
your answer as a mixed fraction. (3mks)
8. Solve for y in the equation below. (4mks)

8(22)y = 6 (2y) – 1
9. Using a ruler, a pair of compasses only and (proportional) a set square, construct on the upper
side division of line BC, a line BD such that  DBC = 37.5o. Use the line BD to divide BC into
4 equal portions. (3mks)

10. Sketch the net of the solid below. (2mks)
E F
4cm 4cm
5cm D
5cm
A C
6cm
12cm
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o
11. In a regular polygon, each interior angle is xo and each exterior angle is  
 3 
1. Find angle Xo (1mk)
2. Find the number of sides of the polygon (2mks)

12. The figure below represents a plot of land ABCD such that AB= 85m, BC 75m CD= 60m DA
= 50m and angle ACB = 90o. (not drawn to scale)
60m
75m
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50m
B
A 85m
Determine the area of the plot, in hectares correct to two decimal places. (4mks)
13. An open rectangular box measures externally 32cm long, 27cm wide and 15cm deep. The box is
made up of metal 1cm thick. If it has a mass of 1.5kg, what is the density of the box to 4
significant figures? (3mks)
14. Find the integral values of x which satisfy the following inequalities;
2x + 3 > 5x – 3 > -8 (3mks)

15. A Kenyan bank buys and sells foreign currency as shown below.
Buying Ksh Selling Ksh

1 US dollar ($) 63.00 63.20
1 UK pound (£) 125.00 125.95
A tourist arrived in Kenya with £ 9600 which he converted into Kshs at a commission of 5%. He
later used ¾ of the money before changing the balance of dollars at no commission calculate ; to
the nearest dollar, the amount he received. (3mks)
16. The histogram shown below represents the distribution of marks obtained in attest. The bar
marked A has a height of 3.2 units while B has a height 1.2 units. If the frequency of the class
represented by B is 6, find the frequency of the bar represented by A. (3mks )
Frequency
density
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1 B
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SECTION II (50 MARKS)
Answer any five questions in this sections in the spaces provided.
17. The figure below (not drawn to scale) shows a quadrilateral ABCD inscribed in a circle. AB =
5cm, BC = 8cm, CD = 7cm and AD = 8cm. AC is one of the diagonals of length 10cm.
8cm
C 5cm
7cm A
8cm
D
(a) Find the size of angle ABC. (3mks)
(b) Find the radius of the circle. (2mks)
(c) Hence, calculate the area of the shaded region. (5mks)

18. In the figure below OB = b , OC = 3OB and OA = a
(e) Given that OD = 1/3 OA and AN = ½ AC, CD and AB meet at M. Determine in terms of a and 
b C
B
M
O A
D
(i) AB (1mk)
(ii) CD (1mk)
(f) Given that CM = k CD and AM = h AB determine the values of the scalars k and h (5mks)
(g) Show that O,M and N are collinear. (3mks)

19. Three variables p, q and r are such that p varies directly as q and inversely as the square of r.
a. When p = 18, q = 24 and r = 4.
Find p when q = 30 and r = 10. (4mks)
b. Express q in terms of p and r. (1mk)
c. If p is increased by 20% and r is decreased by 10% find:

i. A simplified expression for the change in q in terms of p and r. (3mks)
ii. The percentage change in q. (3mks)

20.
A circular lawn is surrounded by a path of uniform width of 7m. The area of the path is 21% that
of the lawn.
(a) Calculate the radius of the lawn. (4 marks)
(b) Given further that the path surrounding the lawn is fenced on both sides by barbed wire on posts
at intervals of 10 metres and 11 metres on the inner and outer sides respectively. Calculate the
total number of posts required for the fence. (4 marks)
(c) Calculate the total cost of the posts if one post costs sh 105. (2 marks)

21. The diagram below represents two vertical watch – towers AB and CD on a level ground.
P and Qare two points on a straight road BD. The height of the tower AB is 20m and road
BD is 200m
20m C
B D
P Q
A car moves from B towards D. At point P, the angle of depression of the car from points A is
11.3oCalculate the distance BP to 4 significant figures. (2mks)
If the car takes 5 second to move from P to Q at an average speed of 36km/hr, calculate the
angle of depression of Q from A to 2 decimal places. (3mks)
Given that QC = 50.9 cm, calculate

(i) The height of CD in meters to 2 decimal places; (2mks )
(ii) The angle of elevation of A from C to the nearest degree. ( 3mks)

22. The parents of acertain mixed secondary school decided to buy a school van worth Ksh.
900,000. Each student was to contribute the same amount of money. 50 students were
transferred from the school; as a result each f the remaining students had to pay Ksh. 600 more.
(a) Find the original number of the students in the school. (5mks)
(b) Find the percentage change in contributions per student. (3mks)
(c) If the ratio of boys to girl in the school was 11: 7 find the amount money contributed by boys
alone. (2mks)

23. Five members of ‘SILK’, a self-supporting enterprise Jane, Jepchoge, Esther, Mama Charo and
Chepkoech were given a certain amount of money to share amongst themselves. Jane got 3/8 of
the total amount while Jepchoge got 2/5 of the remainder. The remaining amount was shared
equally among Esther, Mama Charo and Chepkoech each of which received Kshs. 6,000;
a. How much was shared among the five business women? (3mks)
b. How much did Jepchoge get? (2mks)
c. Jane, Jepchoge and Chepkoech invested their money and earned a profit of Kshs. 12,000. A third
of the profit was left to maintain the business and the rest was shared according to their
investments. Find how much each got. (5mks)

24. Onyango and Juma live 200km apart. One day, Onyango left his house at 7.00am and travelled
towards Juma’s house at an average speed of 30km/hr. Juma left his house at 7.30am on the same
day and travelled towards Onyango’s at an average speed of 40km/hr.
(a) Determine:-
i. The time they met. (2mks)
ii. The distance from Onyango’s house where the two met. (2mks)
iii. How far was Onyango from Juma’s house when they met? (2mks)
(b) The two took 15 minutes at the meeting point and then travelled to Juma’s house at an average
speed of 20km/hr. Find the time he arrived at Juma’s house. (2mks)

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MATHEMATICS
TIME: 2½ HOURS
PAPER 2
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PAPER 2
2 ½ HOURS
1. Write your name and indexnumber in the spaces provided at the top of the page.
2. The paper contains two sections; section I and II.
3. Answer all the questions in section I and any five questions from section II.
4. All answers and working Must be written on the question paper in the spaces provided below
each question.
5. Non- programmable silent electronic calculators and KNEC mathematical tables may be used
except where stated otherwise.
6. Mark may be given for correct working even if the answer is wrong. .
For Examiners Use Only

Section I
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Total
Section II GRAND TOTAL

Question 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Total

SECTION I (50 MARKS)
Answer all questions in this section in the spaces provided.
1. Use logarithms in all steps to evaluate. (4mks)
2.53 2 x83.45
0.4562
2. By using completing square method, solve for xin 4x2 – 3x – 6 = 0 (3mks)
p2  n
3. Make p the subject in T = 3 R (3mks)
m2

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4. If - =a 7 +b 2
7 2 7 2
Find the value of a and b where a and b are rational numbers. (3mks)
5. (a) Find the first three terms in ascending powers of x of ( 2 –x)5 (1mk)
(b) Hence find the value of the constant k, for which the coefficient of x in the expansion of
( k + x) (2- x)5 is - 8 (2mks)
6. OA =3i + 4j – 6k andOP =i + 15k.

 P divides AB in the ratio 3 : – 2. Write down the
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coordinates of B. (3mks)

7. Simplify (3 marks)
p 2  2 pq  q 2
p 3  pq 2  p 2 q  q 3
8. Find the relative error in the area of a parallelogram whose base is 8cm and height 5cm.
(3mks)
4 3
9. (a) Find the inverse of the matrix ( ) (1 mark
3 5
(b) Hence solve the simultaneous equation using the matrix method (2 marks)
4x +3y = 6
3x + 5y = 5
10. A straight line L1 has its X intercept a = -3 and its y-intercept b = 5.

𝑥 𝑦
Write the equation of L1 in the form + = 1 (1𝑚𝑘𝑠)
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Find the equation of another line L2 which passes through (1, -2) and is perpendicular to L1 (3mks)
11. Use reciprocals, squares and square root tables only to evaluate (3mks)
2 5
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12. Using a ruler and a pair of compasses only construct triangle ABC such that BC=6cm, <ABC=75 o
and BCA=45o. Drop a perpendicular to BC from A to meet BC at O hence find the area of triangle
ABC
13. (3mks)
14. A two digit number is such that the difference between the ones digit and the tens digit is 2. If the
two digits are interchanged, the sum of the new and the original number is 132. Find the original
number (3mks)

15. A quantity P varies partly as the cube of Q and partly varies inversely as the square of Q. when
Q = 2, P = 108 and when Q = 3, P = 259. Find the value of P when Q = 6. (3mks)
16. Solve for y in the following equation below: (4mks)

log 4 y + log y 4 = 2
17. Obtain the values of x for which the matrix is singular (3mks)
x3 x
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SECTION II (50 MARKS)
Answer any five questions in this sections in the spaces provided.
18. The table below shows income tax rates.
Monthly taxable income Rate of tax( Ksh/£)
1 – 435 2
436 – 870 3
871 - 1305 4
1306 – 1740 5
Excess over 1740 6
An employee earns a monthly basic salary of sh. 30,000 and is also entitled to taxable allowances
amounting to Ksh. 10,480.
(a) Calculate the gross income tax (4mks)
(b) The employee is entitled to a personal tax relief of Ksh. 800 per month. Determine the net
tax.(2mks)
(c) If the employee received a 50% increase in his total income, calculate the parentage increase on
the income tax. (4mks)

19. In the figure below, O is the centre of the circle. PQ and PR are tangents to the circle at Q and
R respectively. PQS = 40 and PRS = 300. RTU is a straight line.
300
T O S P
U
400
Q
Calculate by giving reasons
(a) QRS (2mks)
(b) RTQ (2mks)
(c) RPQ (2mks)
(d) Reflex QOR (2mks)
(e) TRO given that TR = TQ (2mks)

20. Three darts players Jane, Kelly and Brony are playing in a completion the probability that Jane,
Kelly and Brony hit the bull’s eyes is 1⁄5 , 2⁄5 and 3⁄10 respectively.
(a) Draw a probability tree diagram to show all the possible outcomes for the players. (4mks)
(b) Calculate the probability that :

Jane or Brony hit the bull’s eye. (2mks)
All the three fail to hit the bull’s eye. (2mks)
Only two fails to hit the bull’s eye. (2mks)

20. Three towns X, Y and Z are such that X is on a bearing of 1200 and 20km from Y. Town Z is on
a bearing of 2200 and 12cm from X
(a) Using a scale of 1cm to represent 2km, show the relative position of the places
(3mks)
(b) Find;
(i) The distance between Y and Z (2mks)
(ii) The bearing of X from Z (1mk)
(iii) The bearing of Z from Y (1mk)
(iv) The area of the figure bounded by XYZ (3mks)

21. The fourth, seventh and sixteenth term of an arithmetic progression are in geometric
progression. The sum of the first six terms of the arithmetic progression is 12.
Determine the
 First term and the common difference of the arithmetic progression. (6mks)
 Common ratio of the geometric progression. (2mks)
 Sum of the first six terms of the geometric progression. (2mks)

22. Draw the graph of y = 2x2 - 3x - 5 taking the values of xin the interval -2 ≤ x ≤ 4. (5mks)
(c) Use the graph in to solve the equation 2x2 - 3x - 5 = 0 (2mks)
(d) Using a suitable straight line, solve the equation 2x2 - 5x - 3 = 0 (3mks)

23. Draw the quadrilateral with vertices at A (-6,-1) B (-6,-4) C(3,-7) and D (3,2).
a) On the same grid draw the image of ABCD under enlargement centre (0,-1) scale factor 1/3 label
the image A1 B1 C1 D1 (3mks)
b) Draw A11B11C11D11 the image of A1 B1 C1 D1under rotation of +ve 900 about (1,0)
(2mks)
c) Draw A111B111C111D111 the image of A11 B11 C11 D11under a reflection in the line y-x = 0 (2mks)
d) Draw A1VB1VC1VD1V the image of A111 B111 C111 D111under translation (2 3) and write the
co-ordinate of the final image. (3mks)

24. The volume of two similar solid cylinders are 4096cm3 and 1728cm3.
(a) If the curved surface area of the smaller one is 112cm2. Find the height of the larger cylinder if
the radius is 7cm. (4mks)
b) The diagram below represents a solid made up of a hemisphere mounted on a cone. The radius of
the hemisphere and cone are each 6cm, and the height of the cone is 9cm.
r = 6cm
9cm
Calculate the volume of the solid. Take  = 22 (6mks)

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ENGLISH
TIME: 2 HOURS
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ENGLISH
Paper 1
(Functional and Oral Skills)
2 Hours
1. Write your name and the date in the spaces provided

2. Answer all the questions in this paper in the spaces provided
Question Score
20 marks- Functional writing
10 marks- Cloze test
30 marks- Oral skills
Total marks 60

1. You are the secretary of Umoja Faith Church Youth Group. The group is planning to hold a
meeting on 16th August 2023 whose main agenda will be the Mission Outreach and initiating
income generating activities. The constitution stipulates that there must be a 21-day notification
of the meeting.
(a) Write a notice of the meeting that will be sent to the members. 6 marks
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(b) During the meeting, 8 members were present, 3 including the treasurer sent apologies and the
whereabouts of 2 members were unknown. The youth pastor attended the meeting. Apart from the
main issues, members raised some matters from the previous meeting. There were also some
personal issues raised by some members.
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2. Read the passage below and complete each blank space with an appropriate word 10 marks
Citizens used to i)………………………….. that political leaders would observe the principles of
good governance simply ii)…………………they were expected to. iii)…….………………….;
it appears most leaders on the continent have replaced integrity with reckless impunity that has
iv)……………….. Africa in chaos. v)……………….office are also supposed to be
vi)………… to the people that entrusted them with the vii)…………………………..of leading
them. viii)…………………………, the political elite in the continent see people as a means to
an end. In many countries these days, Kenya included, politics has become the easiest way to
make money. Electioneering is seen as an ix)………………..with extremely lucrative returns
when campaign loyalties are x)………………….with appointments in the government of the
day.
3. a) Read the following Ankole song and answer the questions that follow.
Suck and I hide you, my gentle one Suck and I hide you, my beloved
I dreamt that the hunt was at Buganga I dream that the hunt was at Ngarama
Where, oh where, shall I put, my little baby? Where, oh where, shall I put you, my lovely little
lips? If I put you in a clump of grass, my gentle one The hunters’ rough dog will come sniffing
around
The hunters’ thick club tears up the back
Suck and I hide you, gentle one Suck and I hide you, for whom the drum
sounds
Where, oh where, shall I put you, my lovely little lips? Where, oh where, shall I put you, my
beloved?
If I put you by the wayside, gentle one Passers-by will take you with them, my
beloved If I put you in an anthill, my little baby The ants will enclose you in
their nest, lovely little lips Suck and I hide you,
little baby Suck and I hide you,
my gentle one
When I am dead and gone, gentle one Feed on little blades of grass like cow, my
belovedAnd wash them down with a little water, my little baby That’s what raises orphans,
you for whom the drum sounds
If I do not die, my little baby
Good things will be ours to enjoy, you for whom the drum sounds
(a) Identify aspects of oral performance that make this song easy to remember? 2 marks
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(ii)In what ways would this song be made interesting to listen to? 2 marks
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(iii)How would you perform the last two lines of the above song? (2 marks )
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b) Study the genre below and answer the questions that follow
I have a wife everyone she bears has a bead
1. Identify the genre under which the above item falls. 1 mark
2. Assuming you were to perform this genre, what will you do before the presentation?
1mark
3. How will (ii) above assist you as a presenter? 1mark
c) Identify the silent letters in the words below 3marks
i) Shepherd ……………………………………………………………………………………….
ii) Rendezvous ……………………………………………………………………………………
iii) Epistle …………………………………………………………………………………………
d) Write another word that has the same pronunciation as the following words 3marks
(a) Mark …………………………………………………………………………………………..
(b) Broach …………………………………………………………………………………………
(c) Proof …………………………………………………………………………………………..
e) Underline the stressed the syllables in the highlighted words 2 marks
1. We have to relocate these people
2. The security officer will punish you if you come late.
f) Indicate whether the following sentences have a falling or a rising intonation. 2 marks
(a) A stitch in time saves nine
(b) Do you like tomatoes or not.
g) Jaramba’s son, Mariapa, was really enthusiastic to go for a party with his friends at Carnivore.
He had been invited to a friend’s birthday party. He had to get permission from the father first in
order to attend. However, Mariapa failed to convince his father because of his approach and
language.
What could have been the weaknesses in his negotiation skills? 5 marks
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h) Read the conversation below between Audrey, a student, and the school secretary then answer
the questions that follow. 6 marks
Audrey: Hallo. Good morning.
Secretary: Hallo. Who is on the line and what do you want?
Audrey: I am a Form 4Y student and I have been away from school for three days now. May I
speak to the Principal?
Secretary: The Principal is not in the office now.
Audrey: Could I please leave a message for him?
Secretary: Oh, please, don’t you have his cellphone number?
Audrey: No madam, since it is official, kindly take down the…
Secretary: Excuse me, young girl, I am too busy for this idle chat.
Audrey: I am sorry but it is very urgent, madam.
Secretary: (without a pen or paper) Go ahead and you better be quick.
Audrey: Thanks for the attention
1. Identify the weaknesses in the secretary’s telephone conversation skills. 3marks

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ENGLISH
TIME: 2½ HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
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(Comprehension, Literary Appreciation and Grammar)
KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (KCSE)

ENGLISH
Instructions to candidates
(b) Sign and write the date of examination in spaces provided above.
(c) Answer ALL the questions in this question paper.
(d) All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in this question paper.
(e) Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as
indicated and that no questions are missing.
(g) Candidates must answer all the questions in English.

Question Maximum Score Candidate’s Score
1 20
2 25
3 20
4 15
TOTAL SCORE

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow. (20mks)
One good thing about music, Bob Marley sang in Trenchtown Rock, is when it hits you, you feel no
pain – but for South Africa’s apartheid regime, the opposite was true as it felt the wrath of
musicians who composed protest songs against its oppressive policies.
During the apartheid years, music was more than a solace – it was a “weapon of struggle” used against
the aggressor whose only recourse was to ban it from the airwaves, but never from the hearts of
the millions who were oppressed.
Music had always been used to soothe souls during sufferance and it is said that it is slavery that gave
birth to (heavy metal) rock when slaves used their shackles or tools to make music either to
entertain themselves or to irk their captors.
The separatist system that saw people like Nelson Mandela and other black South African leaders
jailed for dissidence gave rise to more protest music than ever before.
And South Africa’s anti-apartheid musicians were so influential that their songs were not only
banned, but they were also forced into exile. Mandela believes that these protest songs, together
with those of non-South Africans, played a significant role in the collapse of apartheid and, indeed,
his February 11, 1990 release from Robben Island.
“Artistes reach areas far beyond the reach of politicians. Art,especially entertainment and music, is
understood by everybody, and lifts the spirits and the morale of those who hear it,” Mandela
admitted after his release.
South Africa’s musicians like Hugh Masekela and the MirimaMakeba started the protest campaign
back in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s after leaving South Africa for the United States, where they
used music to highlight the desperate situation of their compatriots who were living under
oppressive rule in the townships back home.
The Musical campaigns against apartheid intensified internationally throughout the‘70s and ‘80s and
saw the composition, production and performance of many a political song by musicians who had
never even set foot in African but were inspired to join the anti-apartheid bandwagon- with some,
like Paul Simon, even stirring controversy when he was accused of breaking the cultural boycott
against South Africa by touring the country and utilizing contributions from local acts.
But the beat never stopped. In the UK, The Specials released Free Nelson Mandela while in the US,
Gil Scott-Heron and Brian Jackson released protest classic Johannesburg off the album From
South Africa to South Carolina. Little Steven (and the Disciples of Soul), together with Artists
United Against Apartheid, conceived and produced Sun City Resort in one of South Africa’s so-
called homelands where international Musical concerts were frequently held.
Adopted from Sunday Nation December 8th 2013.

(a) What type of music is the author referring to in the passage (1 mark)
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(b) According to the passage what were the contributions of the anti-apartheid musicians.
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(c) Who are the international singers who joined the musical campaigns against apartheid. (3mark)
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(d) Artistes reach areas far beyond the reach of politicians (add a question) (1 mark)
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(e) Make notes on the titles of songs sung against the apartheid regime (4marks)
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(f) Identify the setting of the passage (2 marks)

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(g) Paraphrase the following sentence
“artists reach areas far beyond the reach of politicians. Art, especially entertainment and music is
understood by everybody, and it lifts the spirits and the morale of those who hear it “
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(h) Explain the meaning of the following words and phrases (3 marks)
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2. dissidence
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2. Read the following excerpt and answer the questions that follow (25 marks)
Seymour: Money, money, money! And more money.
Ted: You mean we give money to the two students and the teacher?
Seymour: No, mobilise enough money to fight any cases that might be brought up against us
and if necessary, enough for dealing in other ways with those who insist on
pursuing us.
Ramdaye: Good idea, but I have loans and projects. I don't think I can raise any money now.
Bembe: I, too, just finished the Madingo Golf Club recently. I am as broke as a church
mouse.
Ted: I cannot raise a meaningful amount, either.
Harvester: If that is the case, they why can't we find a way of averting the court cases from
coming up in the first place?
Bembe: How will that work?
Harvester: We will announce a grace period within which everyone in the Municipality should
come clean, confess their mistakes. Give back what they have acquired irregularly,
forgive one another and then open up a new chapter of honesty in the\ conduct of
our municipal affairs.
Ted: (Chuckling) That has never happened anywhere in the world!
Harvester: It can be our local initiative. I know the truth can set us free.
Harvester: Isn't restitution an admission of guilt? How can I incriminate myself? And in any
case, what if you are accused of crimes other than acquiring wealth irregularly?
Ted: I doubt whether restitution is a good idea.
Ramdaye: That takes us back to the idea of raising money to fight the cases. We may have to
procure loans or sell some of our properties.
Seymour: Since we all do not have money, why can't we find a way of getting that money
from the Municipal Fund?
Mossi: Municipal Fund? How?
Seymour: We just need to do some reallocation of budget line items.
Ted: I agree. We must set aside some money to take care of investigators, lawyers,
prosecutors and judges if things go wrong.
Seymour: You see, the waste disposal system in our town is in terrible state. There is garbage
all over the place and the drains are broken. As we speak, it is a serious health
hazard. We can justify reallocation of funds on the need to address this problem. In
reality, we will use some of the funds to fight off cases that are without a doubt
coming.
Mossi: (Surprised and in disbelief) What?
QUESTIONS
(a) Briefly explain what happens just before the events in the excerpt. (3 marks)
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(b) What does Hon. Seymour imply when he says they need to mobilise enough money, if
necessary, enough for dealing in other ways with those who insist on pursuing them? (2 marks)
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(c) Identify with appropriate illustrations two character traits of Hon. Seymour brought out in the
excerpt. (4 marks)
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(d) (i) I doubt whether restitution is a good idea. (Rewrite in the reported speech) (1 mark)
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(ii) It can be our local initiative. (Add a question tag) (1 mark)

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(iii) We just need to do some reallocation of budget line items. (Rewrite in the passive) (1 mark)
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(e) Discuss two thematic concerns of the writer raised in the excerpt. (4 marks)
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(f) Pick out and illustrate two stylistic devices used in the excerpt. (4 marks)
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(g) Explain the meanings of the following words used in the excerpt. (3 marks)
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(h) Briefly explain what happens shortly after the events in the excerpt. (2 marks)
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3.Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow
The earth does not get fat.
It makes an end of those who wear the head plumes.
We shall die on the earth.
The earth does not get fat. It makes an
end of those who act swiftly as heroes
Shall we die on the earth?
Listen O earth. We shall mourn because of you.
Listen O earth. We shall die on the earth?
The earth does not get fat. It makes and an end of chiefs.
The earth does not get fat.
It makes an end of the women chiefs
The earth does not get fat. It makes an

end of the royal women
Listen O earth. We shall mourn because of you.
Listen O earth. We shall die on the earth?
The earth does not get fat. It makes an end of the beast
Listen you who are asleep, who are
left tightly closed in the land.

Listen you who are asleep, who are
Left tightly closed in the land.
Shall we all sink into the earth?
Listen O earth, the sun is setting tightly
We shall all enter into the earth.
(a). Identify the genre above (2 marks)

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(b). Explain the functions of the above genre (4 marks)
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(c). Explain the meaning of the words, “The earth does not get fat” (2 marks)
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(d). Identify two aspects of style and comment on their effectiveness (6 marks)
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(e). What is the speaker’s attitude towards the subject. (2 marks)

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(f). Explain Two characteristics of the genre above (2 marks)
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(g) Under what circumstances is the genre likely to be performed and for what purpose?(2 marks)
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Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions after each (3 marks)
(a) You can do better than this. (Begin: This ……………………..)
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(i) Having failed once, I do not want to fail again. (Begin. As………………………………)
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(j) The teacher asked Kamau if he would go home that day or the following day. (Change to
direct speech)
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(b) Using the verbs in brackets, replace the underlined words and phrases with correct phrasal
verbs(3 marks)
(i) The two friends met each other accidentally…………………………………..(run) in
town
(ii) The city council askariesdemolished …………………………………….kiosks in the
city Centre (bring)
(iii) Otienovisited …………………………..us on his way to town (call)
(c) Complete each of the following sentences with the appropriate prepositions (3 marks)
(i) Many people think that manual labour is…………………………………their dignity
(ii) The judge was prejudiced………………………the accused from the beginning.
(iii) John has retired………………………………………private life.

(d)Supply one word which means the same as the underlined phrases in the following
sentences (2 marks)
(i) The man who broke into the house was finally arrested…………………………………..
(ii) The kitchen was filled with a pleasant smell from the day’s recipe ……………………..
(e)Explain the differences in meaning between the sentences in each of the pairs given below
(4 marks)
7. I saw parents in the school library
II, I saw “parents” in the school library
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I. His brother who lives in Lamu is a mechanic

II. His brother, who lives in Lamu, is a mechanic
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ENGLISH
TIME: 2½ HOURS
PAPER 3
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
(CREATIVE COMPOSITION AND ESSAYS BASED ON SET TEXTS)

TIME: 2 ½ HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
(a)Answer three questions only.
(b)Question one and two are compulsory
(c)In question one,choose one composition either a or b.In question 2, all the questions are
compulsory.
1. Imaginative composition. (20marks)

Either:
a) Write a composition beginning:
Looking at my father, I knew my brother and I were in hot soup.......
Or
Write a story to illustrate the saying

“All that glitters is not gold”

2. The compulsory set text
FATHERS OF NATIONS
Effective leadership guarantees its people security and equitable distribution of
resources and opportunities, discuss the irony of this statement basing your
arguments on the novel Fathers of nations by Paul B, Vitta (20mks)
3. OPTIONAL TEXTS
Corruption molds suspicious leaders who will always work towards escaping punishment
rather than working towards the progress of their nations. Using illustrations from The
Samaritan by John Lara, write a composition. (20 marks)

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CHEMISTRY
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided

1. The diagram shows an incomplete set-up for the laboratory preparation and collection of chlorine
gas. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
Conc. HCl
Black solid
Heat Water
(a) Complete the set-up to show how dry chlorine gas is collected. (2mks)
(b) Name substance Q. (1mk)
2) Give a reason why it is possible to separate nitric (V) acid from sulphuric (VI) acid which is used
one of the reagents in the preparation of nitric (V) acid. (1mks)

3). Study the scheme below and answer the questions that follow
Carbon (IV) oxide
Solid W Heat
Solid K Water Ca (OH) 2
Identify solids W and K (2mks)

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Write an equation for the formation of Ca(OH)2 from solid K (1mk)
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Write an equation for the decomposition of solid W (1mk)

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4) The ions M3+ and N2- have identical electronic arrangement. M is in period three.
i) Write the electronic arrangement of
M (1mk)
N(1mk)
ii) Write the formula of the compound formed when M and N combine. (1mk)
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5) Explain why there is a general increase in first ionization energy of elements in period three of
the periodic table from left to right. (1mk)
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6When excess magnesium ribbon is burned in air, two products are formed.
i)identify the two products (2mk)
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ii) Write the two equations of the reactions that form the products in (i) above (2mks)
7. a) State the Boyle’s law. (1mk)

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b) Calculate the pressure required to compress 12 liters of nitrogen gas at 1 atmosphere to give a
volume of 4 liters. (2mks)
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8. An element W of atomic number 11 and an atom of element Y of atomic number 9 combine to

form a compound.
a) Write the formula of the compound. (1mk)
b) State the type of bond present in the compound formed. (1mk)
c) Identify the type of structure formed. (1mk)

9). A compound has the following composition by mass:
Carbon =40%, hydrogen=6.7%, oxygen=53.3%
Given that the relative molecular mass of the compound is 180, determine its molecular formula
(C=12, H=1, O=16.0) (3mks)

10). The melting point of phosphorous trichloride is -910C while that of sodium chloride is 8010 C.
In terms of structure and bonding, explain the difference in their melting points. (3mks)
11) Explain why the following substances conduct an electronic current.

a)magnesium metal
(1mk)
b) Molten magnesium chloride. (1mk)
12). The apparatus below was a set-up to show the catalytic oxidation of ammonia. Study the
diagram and answer the questions that follow.
i)write an equation for the reaction that takes place in the in the gas jar. (1mk)
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ii) Why is it necessary to have a hot nichrome wire in the gas jar? (1mk)
13). When 3.125g of a carbonate, MCO3 was heated completely, the volume of carbon (IV) oxide
evolved during the heating is 600cm3 at room temperature and pressure. Calculate the relative
atomic mass of M. (Molar gas volume at r.t.p=24dm3) (3mks)

14). A sample of river water was suspected to contain zinc and sulphate ions. Describe how the
presence of zinc and sulphate ions can be established. (3mks)
15). Using dots (.) and crosses(x) to represent electrons, show bonding in carbon (II) oxide(2mks)
16). When a burning candle is put into a gas jar of sulphur (IV) oxide gas, it goes off but a burning
magnesium ribbon continues to burn. Explain these observations. (2mks)
17). Starting with copper metal, describe how pure copper (ii) carbonate can be prepared in the
laboratory (3mks)
18). State the observations that would be made when chlorine gas is bubbled through potassium
bromide solution. (1mk)
b) Write the ionic equation for the reaction in (a) above (1mk)
19. An element M has two isotopes. 63 65

29𝑀 And 29𝑀 . The relative atomic mass of the naturally
occurring M is 63.55. Calculate the percentage abundance of each isotope. (3mks)

20. Distinguish between the terms deliquescent and efflorescent as used in chemistry. (2mks)
21 10 cm3 of concentrated sulphuric(vi) acid was diluted to 100cm3. 10 cm3 of the resulting solution
was neutralized by 36cm3 of 0.1M sodium hydroxide solution. Determine the mass of the
sulphuric (vi) acid that was in the concentrated acid(S=32, H=1, O= 16) (3mks)
22. a) Explain why potassium carbonate cannot be manufactured by the Solvay process. (1mk)
b) Write the equation for the reaction that takes place in the Solvay tower (Carbonator) (1mk)
c) State one commercial use of soda-ash (1mk)
23. What name is given to each of the following?

a) Ability of an element to attract electrons (1mk)
b) Types of forces that holds the atoms of Neon together (1mk)
24. Zinc sulphate was prepared by adding excess Zinc oxide to dilute sulphuric (vi) acid in a beaker.
The mixture was wormed until no more effervescence occurred. Excess Zinc oxide was filtered
and the filtrate evapourated and then cooled. Fine crystals were obtained.
a) Write an equation for the above reaction (1mk)
b) Why was excess zinc oxide used (1mk)
c) How would you know that the reaction is over (1mk)

25. Hydrogen sulphide was passed through a solution of Iron (III) chloride
i) State the observation made (1mk)
ii) Write an ionic equation for the reaction that took place (1mk)
26. Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow
Ammonia
Platinum Nitrogen O2 Nitrogen H2O G&J
(II) oxide (IV) oxide
(aq)
Gas X
Identify gas X (1mk)
Write an equation for the reaction between ammonia and gas X (1mk)
Write an equation to show the formation of G and J (1mk)
27 All apparatus used during preparation nitric (V) acid are made of glass. Give a reason. (1mks)
28. Sulphur (IV) oxide gas was bubbled through acidified potassium chromate (VI) solution and
Iron (III) Sulphate solution chromate. Explain the observations made in each case.
(i) With Potassium Chromate (VI) solution. (1 ½ mk2)
(ii) Iron (III) Sulphate solution (1 ½ mks)

29.3.22g of hydrated Sodium Sulphate, Na2SO4oX H2O were heated to a constant mass of 1.42g,
determine the value of X in the formula. (Na = 23, S = 32, O = 16, H=1). (2 mks)
30. 20 cm3 of 2 M Sulphuric (IV) acid reacted completely with 3.2 g of WOH (O=16, H=1)
Calculate the R.A.M of W in the formula WOH. (3 mks)
31) The figure below shows part of non-luminous flame.
(a) (i) Describe an experiment that would confirm that region labeled A is not suitable
for heating. (1 ½ mks)
(ii) Explain why luminous flame produce light and soot. (1 ½ mks)

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CHEMISTRY
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
CHEMISTRY
233/2
TIME: 2 HOURS
CHEMISTRY PAPER 2 (THEORY)

 Write your name, adm number and class in the space provided.
 Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided.
 All working steps MUST be clearly shown, where necessary
 Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages have been clearly
indicated and no question is missing.

Answer All the questions
1. Hydrogen can be prepared by reacting zinc with dilute hydrochloric acid.
(a) Write an equation for the reaction. (1mk)
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(b) Name an appropriate drying agent for hydrogen gas. (1mk)

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(c) Explain why copper metal cannot be used to prepare hydrogen gas. (2mks)
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(d) Hydrogen burns in oxygen to form an oxide.
(i) Write an equation for the reaction. (1mk)
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(ii) State two precautions that must be taken before the combustion begins and at the end of
the combustion. (2mks)
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(e) Give two uses of hydrogen gas. (2mks)
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f) When zinc is heated to redness in a current of steam, hydrogen gas is obtained. Write an
equation for the reaction. (1mk)
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g) Element Q reacts with dilute acids but not with cold water. Element R does not react with
dilute acids. Elements S displaces element P from its oxide. P reacts with cold water. Arrange
the four elements in order of their reactivity, starting with the most reactive. (1mk)
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2. (I) The number of protons, neutrons and electrons in atoms A to F are given in the table
below the letters do not represent the actual symbol of the elements:-
Atoms Protons Neutrons Electrons

A 3 4 2
B 9 10 10
C 12 12 12
D 17 18 17
E 17 20 17
F 18 22 18
Choose from the table the letters that represent:

(i) An atom of a metal ....................................................... (1mk)
(ii) A neutral atom of a non-metal ....................................................... (1mk)
(iii) An atom of a noble gas ....................................................... (1mk)
(iv) A pair of isotopes ................................................................... (1mk)
(v) A cation ............................................................................... (1mk)
(vi) Anion …………………………………………... (1mk)
(II) The grid below shows a part of the periodic table. The letters do not represent the actual
symbols. Use it to answer the questions that follow:-
C T
K U
X Y M Q W
J Z
How do the atomic radius of element

(i) X and M compare. Explain. (2mks)
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(ii) U and Q. Explain (2mks)
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Which letter represent the most reactive metal. Explain. (2mks)
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(i) Using crosses (X) to represent electrons, draw the atomic structure of element Q (1mk)
(ii) State the period and the group to which element Q belong (2mks)
Group ……………………………
Period ……………………………
(d) (i) The ionic configuration of element G is 2.8 G forms an ion of the type G-1.
Indicate on the grid, the position of element G. (1mk)
(ii) To which chemical family does element G belong? (1mk)
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(iii) State one use of element U (1mk)
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(iv) What is the nature of the compound formed between K and U (1mk)
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3. Study the set-up below and answer the questions that follow:
(b) (i) Name Gas X ……………………………………………………………… (1mk)
(ii) State the effect of releasing gas X to the environment (1mk)

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(c) Write down equations for the reactions taking place in;
(i) Tube I (1mk)
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(ii) Tube II (1mk)
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(iii) Flask (1mk)
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(d) State the observation made in tube III (1mk)
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(e) Write down an equation for the reaction which could be used to generate Carbon (IV)
Oxide for the above set up (1mk)
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(e) Name the reagents used to generate gas X in the laboratory (1mk)
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(f) Complete the diagram above to show how excess gas X can be collected (1mk)

4. The flow chart below illustrates two industrial processes, Haber process and the Contact
process:
(a) (i) Give the name of the process by which air is seperated into oxygen and nitrogen (1mk)
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(d) Apart from oxygen and nitrogen gases produced from process (a)(i) name one other gas
produced……………………………………………… (1mk)
(b) Name the substances represented by the letters A, B, C and D (4mks)

(i) A …………………………………………..
(ii) B …………………………………………..
(iii) C ………………………………………….
(iv) D ………………………………………….
(c) Name the catalysts used in:

(i) Haber Process …………………………………………… (1mk)
(ii) Contact Process ……………………………………….. (1mk)
(d) Explain the role of the catalysts in both the Haber and the Contact processes (1mk)
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(e) Write a chemical equation for the formation of compound B (1mk)

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(f) Calculate the percentage by mass of the nitrogen present in compound D (2 mks)
(g) Give one major use of compound D (1mk)

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5. (a) Two reagents that can be used to prepare chlorine gas are manganese (IV) oxide and
concentrated hydrochloric acid.
(i) Write an equation for the reaction (1mk)
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(ii) Give the formula of another reagent that can be reacted with concentrated hydrochloric
acid to produce chlorine gas (1mk)
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(iii) Describe how the chlorine gas could be dried and collected in the laboratory (2 mks)
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(b) In an experiment, dry chlorine gas was reacted with aluminium as shown in the diagram below
Calcium Chloride
Aluminium
Dry Chlorine
gas
A
Heat

(i) Name substance A (1mk)
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(ii) Write an equation for the reaction that took place in the combustion tube (1mk)
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(iii) State the function of the calcium chloride in the set-up above (1mk)
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6. (a) Sulphur occurs naturally in two different forms called allotropes;

i) What are allotropes (1mk)
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ii) The two allotropes of sulphur are stable at different temperatures, as shown in the
equations below.
above 95.5o
Rhombic sulphur monoclinic sulphur
below 95.5o
Give the name to the temperature 95.5ºC (1mk)

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b) below is a flow diagram for the contact process for manufacture of sulphuric acid(VI)
(d) Give the name of the chambers labelled (3mks)

Z ……………………………………………
X ……………………………………………
Y ……………………………………………

ii) State the three conditions in the converter (1mks)
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iii) Explain why the gases are passed though:
(c) The dust precipitator and drying tower (1mk)
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II. The chamber labeled Y (1mk)
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(iv) Write the balanced equations for the reactions in :

Step 2 (1mk)
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Step 3 (1mk)
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Step 4 (1mk)
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7. The following flow chart shows the industrial manufacture of Nitric (V) acid.
a) Identify substance B, C, E and F. (4mks)

(d) B ………………………………………………….
(e) C ………………………………………………….
(f) E ………………………………………………….
(g) F ……………………………………………….....

b) Describe what happens in the catalytic chamber. (2mks)
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c) State what takes place in chamber D. (1mk)
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d) 60 – 65% nitric (V) acid is produced in the absorption chamber. Describe how the acid
can be concentrated.
(2mks)
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e) State why nitric (V) acid is stored in dark bottles. (1mk)

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f) Copper reacts with nitric (V) acid and not hydrochloric acid. Explain. (1mk)
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CHEMISTRY
PAPER 3
CONFIDENTIAL
Each candidate will require the following

(a) About 150cm3 solution H
(b) About 100cm3 solution X
(c) About 100cm3 solution N
(d) About 40cm3 1M sulphuric (VI) acid
(e) About 1.0g solid Y
(f) About 1.2g solid F
(g) One 10ml measuring cylinder
(h) One burette
(i) One 25ml pipette and pipette filler
(j) Two conical flasks
(k) Two boiling tubes
(l) Four test tubes
(m) Glass rod
(n) Distilled water
Candidates should have access to the following

 2M potassium chloride solution
 2M calcium chloride solution
 2M Sodium hydroxide solution
 2M sodium chloride solution
 2M ammonia solution Supply with droppers
 Bromine water
 Acidified potassium manganate (VII) solution
 Universal indicator solution
 PH chart
 Burner
NB: Supply solution 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 with droppers.

NOTES
1) Solution H is prepared by weighing accurately 1.3g of potassium manganite (VII), dissolve
in about 400cm3 of distilled water and make the solution to 1 litre. The solution should be
prepared one day before the practical is taken.
2) Solution N is prepared by dissolving 7.8g of ammonium iron (II) sulphate in 400cm3 of 1M
sulphuric (VI) acid and diluting the solution with distilled water to make 1 litre solution.
3) Solution X is prepared by measuring accurately 5cm3 of fresh sample of 20 volume hydrogen
peroxide, then dilute it with distilled water to make one litre solution.
4) 1M sulphuric (VI0 acid is prepared by measuring accurately 55cm3 of concentrated sulphuric
(VI) acid, pour carefully into a beaker containing 400cm3 of distilled water then top up with
more distilled water to make 1 litre solution.
5) Solid Y is prepared by mixing equal amounts of aluminium chloride and potassium chloride
thoroughly.
6) Solid F is maleic acid.

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TIME: 2 ¼ HOURS
PAPER 3
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CHEMISTRY
PAPER 3 / PRACTICAL
2¼ HOURS
(a) Answer all questions in the spaces provided on the question paper
(b) You are not allowed to start working with the apparatus for the 1stfifteen minutes of the time
allowed for this paper.This time is to enable you read through the question paper and make sure
you have all the chemicals and the apparatus that you may need.
(c) All working must be clearly shown where necessary.
(d) Mathematical tables and electronic calculators may be used
For Examiners Use Only
Question Maximum score Candidate’s Score
1 20
2 11
3 09
Total 40

QUESTION 1 (20 MARKS)
You are provided with:
 Solution H which is potassium manganate (VII) solution.
 Solution X which is dilute solution of hydrogen peroxide.
 Solution N which is 0.02M ammonium iron (II) sulphate solution.
You are required to:

4. Standardize solution H using solution N.
5. Use the standardized solution H to determine the concentration of solution X.
Procedure 1
1. Fill the burette with solution H.
2. Pipette 25cm3 of solution N and transfer it into a conical flask.
3. Titrate solution N against solution H until a permanent pink colour just appears.
4. Record the results in table 1 below.
5. Repeat the titration two more times to complete the table.
(o) Table 1
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Final burette reading (cm3)
Initial burette reading (cm3)
Volume of solution H used (cm3)
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(p) Determine the average volume of solution H used. (1mk)
(q) Calculate;
3. The number of moles of solution N in 25cm3. (2mks)

4. The number of moles of solution H that reacted given the equation for the reaction is
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MnO4-(aq) + 5Fe2+(aq)+ 8H+(aq) Mn2+(aq) + 5 Fe3+(aq) + 4H2O(l)
5. The concentration of H in moles per litre. (2mks)
Procedure II
(c) Fill the burette with solution H.
(d) Using a clean pipette, place 25cm3 of solution X into a conical flask.
(e) Add 10cm3 of 1Msulphuric acid and shake well.
(f) Titrate using solution H until a permanent pink colour just appears.
(g) Record the reading in table II below.
(h) Repeat the titration two more times to complete the table.
Table II
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Final burette reading (cm3)
Initial burette reading (cm3)
Volume of solution H used (cm3)
(3mks)

(a) Determine the average volume of solution H used. (1mk)
(b) Calculate;
1. The number of moles of solution H used. (2mks)
2. The number of moles of solution X in 25cm3 if the equation for the reaction is;
(2mks)
2MnO42-(aq) + 6H+(aq) + 5H2O2(l) 2Mn2+(aq) + 8H2O(l) + 5O2(g)
The concentration of solution X in moles per litre. (2mks)

You are provided with the following;
(e) Solid Y
(f) Sodium chloride solution
(g) Potassium chloride solution
(h) Calcium chloride solution
You are required to identify the cations present in solid Y.
The following notes will assist in making the correct observations and inferences.
Cations are positively charged ions, majority of which are metal ions. Cations can be tested
using one or a combination of the following methods;
(d) Flame tests
(k) Some cations burn with flames that have distinct colours.
(e) Carrying out precipitation reactions using the following;
 Sodium hydroxide
 Aqueous ammonia
 Anions such as CO32-, SO42-, Cl- and SO32-
Precipitates are formed as a result of formation of insoluble salts or metal hydroxides. The colour of
the precipitate should be noted down when writing the observations. Incase a white precipitate is
expected and not observed, then one should record that there is no white precipitate but NOT no
observation.
It is important to note that hydroxide of zinc, lead and aluminium are amphoteric thus can react
with sodium hydroxide which is alkaline. Another thing to note is that zinc hydroxide and
copper (II) hydroxide dissolve in excess aqueous ammonia due to formation of complex ions.
Procedure
Carry out the tests below and record your observations and inferences in the spaces provided.
(b) Place all of the solid Y provided in a boiling tube. Add about 10cm3 of distilled water and shake
well. Use about 2cm3 of the resulting solution to carry out tests (i)to (iii) below. Reserve the
remaining portion for test (b).
Observations Inferences
(1mk) (1mk)
8. To
iTo the first portion, add aqueous sodium hydroxide dropwise until in excess.

(1mk) (1mk)
9. To the second portion, add aqueous ammonia dropwise until in excess.

(1mk) (1mk)
10. To the third portion, add about 1cm3 sodium chloride solution.
(1mk) (1mk)
(c) Procedure
Clean a glass rod and rinse it with distilled water. Dry the glass rod on a Bunsen burner flame.
Allow it to cool. Dip it in a little sodium chloride solution and burn it strongly with a non-
luminous Bunsen burner flame. Note the colour of the flame and record it in table III below.
Clean the spatula thoroughly and repeat the procedure using each of the other solutions and
complete table III.
7) Table III
Solution Colour of flame
Sodium chloride
Potassium chloride
Calcium chloride
Solution Y
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8) From table III, suggest the cation that could be present in solid
Y____________________________ (1mk)
You are provided with solid F.
Procedure
Carry out the tests below using solid F. write the observations and inferences in the spaces
provided.
Place all solid F in a dry boiling tube. Add about 15cm3 of distilled water and shake thoroughly.
Use 2cm3 portions of the solution for tests (b) to (e) below.

(1/2mk) (1/2mk)
To the first portion add two drops of universal indicator and record the color and PH.
(1mk) (1mk)
3. To the second portion add a spatula and full of sodium carbonate.

(1mk) (1mk)
4. To the third portion add two drops of bromine water.


(1mk) (1mk)
5. To the fourth add three drops of acidified potassium manganate (VII)

(1mk) (1mk)

(SERIES 1)
GEOGRAPHY
TIME: 2 ½ HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
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INSTRUCTIONS.
Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.
1) What is desertification? (2mks)
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b. State three negative effects of desertification. (3mks)
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2) Describe the solar system. (2mks)

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b. Use the diagram below to answer the questions that follow.

What type of an eclipse is represented by the diagram? (1mk)
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Name the features marked L and M. (2mks)
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3) Identify two causes of earth movement. (2mks)

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b. The diagram below shows some features formed as result of faulting.
i. Identify the angle marked J. (1mk)

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ii. Identify the features marked K and L. (2mks)
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4) Apart from water vapour, name two other substances that are suspended in the atmosphere.
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b. Give two features that are considered when classifying clouds. (2mks)
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6. Name one type of cloud that give rise to rainfall in the tropical regions. (1mk)
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5) Give three causes of earthquakes. (3mks)

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b. Name two major earthquake zones of the world. (2mks)

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SECTION B
Answer question 6 and any other two questions from this section.
6) Study the map of Kitale 1:50,000 (sheet 75/3) provided and answer the following questions.
Identify two human made features found at the grid square 3319. (2mks)
Identify the altitude of the highest point in the area covered by the map. (2mks)
What is the magnetic variation of the map? (1mk)
i. Measure the distance of the dry weather road (C640) from the junction at point M(345142) to
the junction at point N (416201) give your answer in kilometers. (2mks)
Draw a square 10cm by 10cm to represent the area enclosed by easting 36 and 46 and northings 13
and 23. (1mk)
On the square mark and name the following. (4mks)
(l) Forest
(m) Plantation
(n) River Naigameget
(o) Dry weather road (C640)
Describe the drainage of the area covered by the map. (5mks)
Identify two social services offered in Kitale municipality. (2mks)
Citing evidence from the map explain three factors that favour agricultural activities. (6mks)
Outline two factors that influence the development of drainage patterns. (2mks)
ii. Outline five characteristics of a river in its youthful stage. (5mks)
b. Describe the following processes of river erosion.
i. Attrition (2mks)
ii. Corrosion (4mks)
c. Explain three negative effects of rivers to the human environment. (6mks)
d. Your class is planning to carry out a field study of a river in its old stage.
i. State three reasons why it would be necessary to pre-visit the area of study. (3mks)
ii. State three activities you would carry out to determine why deposition occurs at this stage.
(3mks)

7) Name the first two planets of the solar system. (2mks)
b. Explain the origin of the earth according to the Nebula cloud theory. (8mks)
c. Use the map below to answer questions (c ) (i)
i. Name:
The continent marked W. (1mk)
The ocean marked X (1mk)
The line of longitude marked Y. (1mk)
ii. Give two reasons why the earth has a spherical shape. (4mks)
iii. State four effects of the rotation of the earth on its axis. (4mks)
d. Describe the structure of the earth’s crust. (4mks)
8) Name two major deserts found in Africa. (2mks)

ii. The diagram below represents features resulting from wind erosion in a desert. Use it to answer
question a. (ii).
(c) Name the features marked U and V. (2mks)

(d) Describe three processes through which wind transports its load. (6mks)
(e) Using a well labeled diagram, describe how a barchans is formed. (7mks)
(f) Explain four ways in which desert features are significance to human activities. (8mks)

9) Name three types of faults. (3mks)
ii. Apart from compressional forces explain two other processes that may
cause faulting. (4mks)
b. With the aid of diagrams, describe how compression forces, may have led to the formation of
Great Rift Valley. (8mks)
c. Explain five ways in which faulting is of significance to human activities. (10mks)

(SERIES 1)
GEOGRAPHY
TIME: 2 ½ HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
INSTRUCTIONS.
Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.
1. a) Name three mining methods. (3mks)
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b) State three conditions that are necessary for the formation of petroleum. (3mks)
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2. a) List two factors that determine the distribution of forests in Kenya. (2mks)
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b) Give three economic uses of mangrove forest. (3mks)
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3. The diagram below shows the occurrence of petroleum in the earth’s crust. Use it to answer
question (a).
Name the substance in the area labeled L, M and N. (3mks)

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Give two by products obtained when crude oil is refined. (2mks)

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4. Name five uses of soda ash. (5mks)

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5. State five factors that have led to the reduction of the area under forest on the slopes of Mt.
Kenya. (5mks)
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6. Study the photograph below and use it to answer question (a)
(i) What evidence shows that this is a ground general – view photograph? (2mks)
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(j) Draw a rectangle measuring 12cm by 8 cm. (1mk)

(k) On the rectangle sketch and label the following features shown on the photographs. (5mks)
Planted crops
Tree stumps
Forest
Felled trees
The sky
(l) Describe the characteristics of the forest shown on the photograph. (5mks)
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b) Explain four measures being taken by the government of Kenya to control

human encroachment on forested areas. (8mks)
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c) Give the differences between softwood forests in Kenya and Canada under
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Tree harvesting (2mks)
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d) Explain four problems facing forestry in Kenya. (8mks)

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e) What is Agro forestry? (2mks)

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ii) Give four reasons why Agro forestry is encouraged in Kenya. (4mks)
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iii) Use the map of Kenya below to answer questions.

Name the forest reserves marked H, J and K. (3mks)
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10) Explain four factors that favour the growth of natural forest in the area marked L. (8mks)
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iv) Explain two benefits of petroleum mining to economies of Middle East

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7. The table below shows the quantities of minerals produced in Kenya in tones between year 2001
and 2005. Use it to answer questions a(i) and (II)

Source economic survey 2006
Mineral/Year 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
Soda ash 297,789 304, 110 352, 560 353, 835 360, 161
Fluorspar 11,885 85,015 80, 201 117, 986 26, 595
Salt 5,664 18,848 21,199 31,139 26,595

Others 6,093 7,000 4,971 6,315 8,972
(d) Calculate the average annual production of soda ash over the 5 years period. (1 mk)
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(e) Calculate the total mineral production for the year 2003. (1mk)
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b) The diagram below shows shaft mining.
(c) Name the part marked E, F, G. (3mks)

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(d) State three problems associated with shaft mining. (3mks)

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(p) Explain four ways in which gold mining has contributed to the economy of South Africa.
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(q) Explain three negative effects of mining on the environment. (6mks)

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(SERIES 1)
HISTORY &GOVERNMENT
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
SECTION A
Answer all the questions in these section
1) Name two southern cushites that inhabited Kenya during the pre-colonial period (2mks)
2) Give one way in which iron working helped in migration of Kenyan communities (1mk)
3) Apart from the Akamba name two other Kenyan community that participated in the long distance
trade. (2mks)
4) Identify two benefits of dual citizenship (2mks)
5) Give two characteristics of the Kenyan government (2mks)
6) Outline one early mean of communication used by the Kenyan communities in pre-colonial
period (1mk)
7) Give two strategic reasons that led to occupation of Kenya by the British (2mks)
8) Name one colonial governor who encouraged settlers farming in Kenya (1mk)
9) What was the main recommendations of Fraser commission of 1908 (1mk)
10) Give the main reason that that led tom formation of early political parties in Kenya up to 1939.
(1mk)
11) Identify the main feature of Kenyans first independent parliament (1mk)
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12) What was the main reason for convening the 2 Lancaster conference in 1962 (1mk)
13) Define the term democracy (1mk)
14) Give two social causes of disunity in Kenya today (2mks)
15) Identify the most significant aspect of the Nandi social organization (1mk)
16) Give two reasons that may lead to deprivation of freedom of expression to a Kenyan citizen
(2mks)
17) Explain two recommendations of Littleton constitution of 1954(2mks)
SECTION B (45MKS)
Answer any three questions from this section
18) a) Identify three main economic activities of the Luo during the precolonial Kenya (3mks)
Describe the political organization of the akamba in 19thcentury (12mks)
19) a) Give the characteristic of early political organization in Kenya (3mks)
b) Explain six factors which promoted African political organization in Kenya after 1945
(12mks)
20a) Outline the terms of Devonshire white paper (5mks)

b) Describe the method used by the colonial government to acquire labour for settlers in
Kenya (10mks)
21a) Identify five merits of democracy (5mks)
b) Explain five principles of democracy (10mks)
SECTION C (30MARKS)
Answer any two questions
22a) identify the factors that should be considered while drafting the constitution of a
country (5mks)
b) Describe the stages of constitution making process in Kenya (12mks)
23a) give three ways in which education promotes national unity in Kenya (3mks)
b) Discuss the procedures followed while solving conflicts through the mediation method
(12mks0
24a) what were the main objectives of local native council in Kenya during the colonial
period (3mks)
b) Describe the structure of central government in colonial Kenya (12mks)

(SERIES 1)
HISTORY &GOVERNMENT
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
SECTION A
Answer ALL the questions
1. Give one reason why History is referred to as a science. (1mk)
2. Outline two classes of Monarchial government (2mks)
3. Give one advantage of Oral traditions as a source of information on History and government.
(1mk)
4. Outline two characteristics of the Homo habilis. (2mks)
5. Give one disadvantage of hunting in groups during the Stone Age period. (1mk)
6. Definition of Agrarian Revolution (1mk)
7. One criteria that used to classify trade. (1mks)
8. Name one type of sailing ship invented by the Portuguese. (1mk)
9. Two reasons for space exploration.
10. Identify two early forms of communication used by early man. (2mks)
11. Two factors that facilitated the spread of Iron working in Africa. (2mks)
12. Two political effects of the Industrial Revolution in Europe. (2mks)
13. State two roles played by missionaries in the process of colonization. (2mks)
14. First president of the FRELIMO Movement. (1mk)
15. Name one method of administration used for to ruler Kenya during the colonial period. (1mks)
16. Give one function of Athens as an urban center. .
17. Name two Cities that developed along East African cost. (2mks).

SECTION B (45mks) Answer any three Questions from this section.
18. a) Identify five advantages of the Enclosure System in Britain during the Agrarian Revolution.
(5mks)
b) Explain five factors that facilitated the Science Revolution in Europe. (10mks)
19.
(a) Outline five factors that facilitated the development of the Trans – Saharan trade. (3mks)
(b) Explain five reasons for the decline of the Trans – Atlantic trade. (10mks)
20. (a) give three reasons why attainment of independence by Mozambique tool long? (3mks)
(b) Factors for the emergence of African Nationalism in South Africa. (12mks)
21. (a) Reasons why Lewanika collaborated . (3mks)
(b) Factors that enable SamoriToure to resist the French for long. (12mks)
SECTION C (30mks) Answer any two questions in this section.

22. (a) Name any three early urban center that developed in North Africa. (3mks)
b) Explain the factors that facilitated the growth of Athens as an early urban center (12mks)
23. (a) State five factord that led to the decline of Asante Kingdom. (5mks)
b) How was the Asante Empire Organized politically in the 19 thcentury. (10mks)
24. (a) State five reasons why the British employed direct rule in Zimbabwe. (5mks)
b) Explain the effects of direct rule in Zimbabwe. (10mks)

(SERIES 1)
PHYSICS
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 1
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..

1. Write your name, Adm number and dates on the spaces provided above clearly
2. The papers consist of section and b as follows. Section a = 25mks, section b 75mks
3. All questions must be answered on the spaces left/provided after each.
4. All working must be clearly shown and numerical answers given in correct SI units.
5. Mathematical tables and silent electronic calculators may be used.
SECTION A (25 MARKS)

1) State any two forces that acts between two objects not in contact. (2mks)
2) State two physical characteristics that change when a metal cube is heated. (2mks)

3) The diagram below shows jets from two holes at the side of a tank filled with water. Explain
why Jet A is longer than B (2mks)
water
A
B
4) State the law of conservation of linear momentum (1mk)
5) State physical quantities whose SI units are shown below. (2mks)

NM
Kgm/s
M3/s
J/kg K
6) The system below was used to balance a mass of 25kg fixed at a distance of Xm from the pivot.
Find the value of X to 2.d.p. (3mks)
30o X pivot
2.2M
25kg

7) State two circumstances under which an object floats on a liquid. (2mks)
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8) In the graph below sketch the graph of pressure experienced by a ball moving from the bottom
of a tank of water towards the surface. (3mks)
Pressure (pa)
Distance from bottom of tank
9) Two springs A and B. have the same length and same diameter. When the same object was
suspended from the bottom of each spring separately, there was a difference in their extensions.
State two factors that may have caused the difference extensions (2mks)
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10) A road surface offers friction of 32,000N, to a vehicle of mass 2500kg running on it. Find the
coefficient of kinetic friction of the road. Explain if the value obtained will change when it rain.
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11) In a laboratory experiment, it was realized that two different gases of equal volume diffused
across a chamber at different rates. What may have caused the difference? (2mks)
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12) State one physical change that affects the speed of sound in air. 1mks
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SECTION B. (55MKS)
13) (a) Outline the order of energy transformations when lighting a match box (3mks)
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(b) The system below was used to lift a load of mass 240kg in a warehouse using a force of 48N.
48N
240kg
22224241
0kg
Find
V..R (2mks)
Efficiency (3mks)

14) (a) Explain how unusual expansion of water favours aquatic life. (4mks)
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(b) The number of particles per mm3 of substances A, B and C are given in the table below.
substance No of particles per mm3

A 3.0 x 107
B 4.5 x 1028
C 6.8.x 1012
(e) Identify the states of matter of the substances (3mks)
(f) Explain how the number of particles of B will change when heated. (3mks)
(c) State the factors that determine pressure exerted by a wooden block resting on a table surface.
(3mks)

15) (a)A bullet of mass 20g travelling at a velocity of 600m/s hits a suspended wooden block of
mass 400g. The bullet gets stuck inside the wooden block and the two bodies move together in
one direction. If the string holding the wooden block is not cut; Find
The common velocity of the bullet and wooden block. (3mks)
Maximum height the two bodies reach (3mks)
The time taken by the two bodies to reach maximum height (3mks)
16) (a) (i) State two characteristics of turbulent flow. (3mks)
Give three examples of Bernoulli’s effect in air. (3mks)

(b)(i) A liquid flows in a pipe of cross sectional area 60cm2 has a constriction of cross sectional
area of 18cm2 of one point. The velocity of the liquid at the construction is 5m/s-1. Find
(i) The velocity of liquid in the wider section (3mks)
(ii) The volume of liquid in litres that passes through the construction in one hour. (2mks)
17) A stone is projected vertically upwards from the top of a building at a velocity of 20m/s. If the
stone took5.5 seconds to reach the bottom of the building. Find;
After how long did the stone start the down ward journey (3mks)
Height of the building. (3mks)
Velocity with which the stone hits at the bottom of the building (3mks)

18) a) An oil drop of volume 0.4mm³ was placed on a clean water surface. It spread to form a
monoatomic circular patch of area 2000mm². Use this data to calculate the diameter of a
molecule of oil. (3mks)
b) Name two applications of Pascal’s Principle. (2mks)

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PHYSICS
TIME: 2 HOURS
PAPER 2
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
SECTION A : (25 MARKS)

1) Figure 1 below shows an object infront of plane mirror.
Figure 1
Sketch image of object using mirror shown. (1mk)
2) Figure 2 below shows an object infront of concave mirror and it’s image.
Figure 2
Locate position of its principal focus. (2mks)

3. State the use of Manganese (IV) oxide in dry cell. (1mk)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
4. Use figure 3 below to answer following questions.
Determine
(a) Total resistance. (3mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(b) Potential difference across 4 resistor. (3mks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
5. Figure 4 shows conductor carrying current in magnetic field and moves in direction shown.
Figure 4
Identify polarities X and Y. (2mks)
6. A man standing between two parallel walls fires a gun. He hears an echo after 1.5 seconds and
another one after 2.5 seconds and yet another one after 4 seconds. Determine the separation of
the walls. (Take velocity of sound 340 m/s)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

7. A student shouts and hears an echo after 0.6 seconds. If the velocity of sound is 330m/s.
Calculate the distance between student and reflecting surface. (3mks)
8. Figure 6 shows water waves moving towards barrier. Show the emergence of the reflected
waves
Figure 6
9. (a) Define refractive index. (1mk)
(b) The critical angle of a material is 43.20. Determine the refractive index of that material. (2mks)
(b) A battery of emf E drives a current of 0.25A when connected to 5.5W resistor. When the 5.5W
resistor is replaced with 2.5W resistor, the current flowing becomes 0.5A. Find the emf E and
the internal resistance r of the battery. (3 marks)
10.Define the term sulphation as applied to lead acid cells. (1 mark)

SECTION: B(55MARKS)
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
11. (a) An uncharged metal rod brought close but not touching the cap of a charged electroscope
causes a decrease in the divergence of the leaf. Explain the observation. (1mark)
(b) In experiment to investigate factors affecting capacitance of a capacitor, a student increased

the area of the plates and decreased the separation of the plates. Explain the effect on the
capacitance when
(i) the area of plates increased (1 mark)
(ii) the distance of the separation of the plates decreased (1 mark)
(c) Figure 7 illustrates a method of charging a metal sphere.
+
+ +
+ +
+ +
+
(i) (ii) (iii)

Fig. 7.
21. Name the method of charging shown in fig 8.(1mar(ii) Indicate the final charge on the sphere in
fig 8. (1 mark)
(d) Figure 9 shows an arrangement of capacitors connected to a 10V d.c supply.
10 3F
2F
3F
1F

Determine
(i) the combined capacitance (2 marks)
(ii) the total charge in the circuit (1 mark)
(iii) the total energy stored in the circuit. (2marks)
(i) (a) Distinguish between e.mf. and terminal voltage of a battery. (2 marks)
(b) The graph in figure 8 shows the variation of potential difference V against current I for a cell
when current is drawn from it.
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2

.

(i) From the graph determine
(a)The e.m.f of the cell. (2 marks)
(b)The internal resistance of the cell. (4marks)
(c)on the space provided below, draw a circuit that could be used to obtain the results represented
by the graph. (2 marks)
13.(a)Figure 9 is an illustration of a wave pattern.
25 50 75 Distance(cm)

i) State with reason the type of wave shown. (2 marks)
ii)Determine the wavelength of the wave. (1 mark)
iii)Calculate the frequency of the wave given that the speed of the wave is 9m/s. (3 marks)
b) Figure 10 show s monochromatic source of light L behind a barrier with a single slit S
placedbehind another barrier with two identical slits S1 and S2. A screen PQ is placed in position
as shown.
P
L S1
S2
i)Explain what is observed on screen PQ. (2 marks)
ii)What is the significance of S1 and S2 ? (1 mark)

14.Figure 11 shows an electromagnetic relay being used to switch an electric motor on and off. The
electromagnet consists of a coil of wire wrapped around a core. The motor in figure is switched
Springy metal strips
off. Figure 11
A
Contacts Motor
B
Pivot
Soft iron armature Insulator
Core
S
 Suggest suitable material for the core. (1mark)
(b)What happens to the core when switch S is closed? (2marks)
(c)Why do the contacts A and B close when the switch S is closed. (2marks)
(d)When the switch S is opened, what will happen to;

(e) The core (1mark)
(f) Soft iron armature. (1mark)
 Give one other application of an electromagnet. (1mark)
 State two ways in which an electromagnet could be made more powerful. (2marks)
15.Figure 12 below shows a narrow beam of white light onto a glass prism.

(i) What is the name of the phenomenon represented in the diagram? (1mk)
(g) Name the colour at X and Y. Give a reason. (3mks)
(iii) What is the purpose of the slit? (1mk)
16. The figure 4 shows a circuit with a coil used to warm oil in a beaker.
Figure 4
(a) State the Ohm’s Law. (1mk)
(b) (i). Explain how heat is produced in the coil. (2mks)

(ii )Given that the reading of the ammeter is 2.5A, determine the resistance of the coil. (3mks)
(iii).How much heat is produced in the coil in a minute? (3mks)
(iv).Give two changes that can be made in the set-up in order to produce more heat per minute.
(2mks)
(iii)How much heat is produced in the coil in a minute?

(3marks)

(SERIES 1)
PHYSICS
CONFIDENTIAL.
INSTRUCTIONS TO SCHOOL
QUESTION ONE REQUIREMENTS

 Ammeter
 Voltmeter
 Nichrome wire mounted on a millimeter scale (gauge 28)
 Switch
 A new dry cell
 A micrometer screw gauge
 Connecting wires
 A jockey
QUESTION TWO REQUIREMENTS

 A spiral spring (spring diameter =15mm
Length= 70mm, diameter of spring wire=1.8mm, number of turns=88)
 A complete stand
 7 masses of 20g each
 A stopwatch
 2 small pieces of wood for clamping
 A glass block
 4 optical pins
 A soft board
 One plain paper

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PHYSICS
TIME: 2 ½ HOURS
PAPER 3
NAME…………………………………………………….. ADM NO……………….......
SIGN……………………………………………………….. DATE;……………………..
1. Write your name and index number in the spaces provided.
2. Mathematical tables and non-programmable calculators may be used.
3. This paper consists of section A and section B.
4. Attempt all the questions in the spaces provided.
5. ALL working MUST be clearly shown.
For Examiners Use

QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE
1 18
2 22
TOTAL 40

QUESTION 1
You are provided with the following apparatus
(a) Ammeter
(b) A voltmeter
(c) A wire mounted on a millimeter scale
(d) A switch
(e) A new dry cell
(f) A micrometer screw gauge
(g) Connecting wires
(h) A jockey
Proceed as follows
 Measure the diameter d of the mounted wire at three different points
d1= ____________________________________ mm
d2=____________________________________ mm (½mk)
d3=____________________________________ mm
Average d = ____________________________________ mm (½mk)
 Set up the apparatus as shown in the circuit diagram.
Close the switch and tap the mounted wire with jockey as shown in the circuit. Ensure that both
meters show positive deflection, open the switch.
 Tap the wire at L= 20cm, close the switch, read and record in the table the ammeter and
voltmeter reading.
 Repeat the procedure in (c) for other values of L shown in the table and complete the table.

L(m) V(Volts) I(A) R=V/I
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
(6mks)
 Plot a graph of R against L (m). (5mks)
 Determine the slope of the graph. (3mks)
𝐿
 Given that R= p where A is the cross-sectional area of the wire and p is a constant for the
𝐴
material of the wire, determine the value of the constant p. (3mks)

6. QUESTION 2
Part 1
You are provided with the following;
A spiral spring
A complete stand
7 masses of 20g each
A stop watch
2 small pieces of wood for clamping
Proceed as follows
Clamp the spiral spring so as to hang from the clamp as shown in the figure below
Hang a 40g mass from the spring and displace the mass slightly downwards so that it executes
vertical oscillations as shown.
Measure and record in the table the time for 10 oscillations.
Determine the periodic time T in the table.
Repeat the experiment for other values of mass m shown in the table. Complete the table below.
Mass (m)g 40 60 80 100 120 140
Mass m (kg)
Time for 10 osc(s)
Period T(s)
T2 (s2)
(6mks)
Plot a graph of T2 (s2) against mass m(kg). (5mks)
Determine the slope of the graph. (2mks)

4𝜋2 𝑚
Given that the equation of the graph is T2=
𝐾
Determine the value of K. (3mks)
Part II
You are provided with a glass block, 4 optical pins, a soft board, one plain paper.
(a) Place the rectangular glass block on a sheet of paper fixed on the soft board with one of its
longest face uppermost. Mark the outline ABCD as shown in the figure. Remove the glass
block and draw a line EF to represent a ray of light making an angle of incidence i=30 0 with
the longest side BC of the block.
(b) Stand pins p1and p2 on this line as far as possible. Replace the block and mark the emergent ray
by looking into the side AD of the block and placing pins p3 and p4 in line with images of p1
and p2 as seen through the glass block. Remove the block and the pins and draw ray EFGH as
shown in the figure below.
Draw the normal at G as shown.

Measure angle B (1mk)
B = ……………………………………………………………
𝑠𝑖𝑛 300
Given that k=
sin 𝐵
Calculate the value of k. (2mks)
The main paper used should be handed over together with this paper (correct use made of the
plain paper) (1mk)

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FORM 3 ENDTERM 3 EXAMS

Compilation of Standard set of End of Term 3 Questions

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

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2. The diagram below represents a cell organelle.

3. Define binominal nomenclature. (1marks)

5. Explain why tropical forests do not have undergrowth (2marks)

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7. What is the function of catalase? (2marks)

8. (a) State the important of cross-pollination to flowering plants. (1mark)

(b) How is self-pollination a disadvantage to flowering plants? (1mark)

9. What is the role of light energy in autotrophic nutrition in spermatophyte? (2 marks)

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(a) Define the term resolving power. (1 mark)

14. What is tidal volume in ventilation in man? (1mark)

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(a) Name cell labeled X and part labeled W. (2 marks)

17. Why is the liver part of the digestive system? (2 marks)

19. State any two characteristics of populations. (2marks)

20. Describe any two functions of mitosis? (2 marks)

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27. What is the homeostatic importance of cuticles of leaves? (2marks)

28. Outline two functions of parenchyma cells in herbaceous plants. (2 marks)

29. What is the important of diffusion to red blood cells? (2marks)

(i)State the phenomenon shown above (1mk)

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36. Name the causative organism of the following diseases

(ii) Bilharzia (1mk)

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b) In which trophic level is small fish found. (1mk)

c) Extract a food chain where the Eagle is a tertiary consumer. (1mk)

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a) Name the organ (1mk)

b) Identify the parts R and S (2mks)

ii) Account for the difference stated above. (2mks)

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(a) Identify the type of circulatory system shown above. (1mk)

c) Identify parts labelled M, N and P. (3mks)

5. In an experiment to investigate the rate of reaction indicated by the equation.

d) Explain how substance “L” slowed the rate of reaction. (2mks)

e) What type of reaction is represented by the equation above? (1mk)

SECTION B (40 MARKS)

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c) Account for the level of glucose in present Y

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ii) After 45th minute to the end. (4mks)

e) Low blood sugar level in harmful to the body .Explain. (3mks)

7. Discuss the adaptations of seeds and fruits to dispersal. (20mks)

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