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2024 MSCE English Mock Exam Paper 1

The document is a mock examination paper for the Malawi School Certificate of Education in English, scheduled for March 18, 2024. It consists of two sections: Section A, which includes multiple-choice questions, and Section B, which requires a composition response. Instructions are provided for answering the questions and submitting the paper.

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2024 MSCE English Mock Exam Paper 1

The document is a mock examination paper for the Malawi School Certificate of Education in English, scheduled for March 18, 2024. It consists of two sections: Section A, which includes multiple-choice questions, and Section B, which requires a composition response. Instructions are provided for answering the questions and submitting the paper.

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NAME:__________________________________ SCHOOL:_____________________

2024 Page 1 of 7 M052/I

NSANJE DISTRICT MOCK


MALAWI SCHOOL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION EXAMINATION
ENGLISH
Subject Number: M052/I
Monday, 18 March Time Allowed: 1 h 45 mins
1:00-2:45 pm
PAPER I (70 marks)
Instructions
1. This paper contains 7 printed pages. Please Question Tick if Do not write in
check. Number answered these columns
2. This paper contains two sections, A and B. 1-30
 Section A is Multiple Choice. Answer all
questions by encircling the letter representing
the right answer. 31
 Section B is Composition.
Answer only one question in the space
provided on the question paper. 32
3. Write your Name and School Name at the top of
each page of your question paper in the spaces Total
provided.
4. In the table provided on this page, tick against the
question number you have answered.
5. At the end of the examination, hand in your paper
to the invigilator.

©2024 NE DISTRICT MOCK Turn over


NAME:__________________________________ SCHOOL:_____________________
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Section A (30 marks)
Answer all questions in this section by encircling the letter representing the right answer to each question.

Question 1-18: In each of the following questions 9. As soon as Chigumu saw the fire, he tried to put it
choose option A, B, C or D that best completes ______________.
each of the sentences. A. away B. off C. out D. about

1. The problem could hardly be solved, 10. She was ____from jail after serving for five years
______________? because of her ill health.
A. could it A. acquitted B. released
B. couldn‟t it C. discharged D. removed
C. can it
D. cant it 11. The students‟ _____ has complaints to the
principal.
2. Let‟s ask Tondido some difficult questions, A. association
______________?
B. committee
A. will we
B. shall we C. counsel
C. won‟t we D. council
D. don‟t we
12. The shoe company was declared bankrupt after it
3. They never saw me, ______________?
had ____________ more debts that it could repay.
A. didn‟t they
A. mounted
B. have they B. incurred
C. did they C. evolved
D. don‟t they D. posted
4. Chimwemwe never gave up despite the pressure
13. I will narrate the whole story if he _____ earlier
that was mounting __________ him.
today.
A. for B. on C. at D. by
A. will arrive B. would arrive
C. arrives D. would have arrived
5. The best he could do was to accept working
__________ the Ministry of Labour for his life.
A. with B. for C. at D. by
14. Why _____ that before today?
6. The lady outside the lounge failed to abide _____ A. didn‟t you do
the rules of the game. B. wont you do
A. by B. with C. on D. for
C. hadn‟t you done
7. He openly stated that he preferred nsima with D. don‟t you do
chicken _____ rice with eggs.
A. than B. to C. for D. and

8. We waited _____ she came back.


A. until B. except C. after D. for
NAME:__________________________________ SCHOOL:_____________________
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15. If you don‟t start watching until 8:30 tonight, the 22. The girl sitting is beautiful.
programme __________. A. verb
A. will have already begun B. adverb
B. will begin C. adjective
C. has already begun D. noun
D. had already begun
Questions 23 to 26: In each of the following
16. George _____ with his wife, and they are no
questions, choose the order of adjectives (A, B, C
longer
or D) that best describes the type and function of
in talking terms.
the underlined clause or phrase.
A. fell out B. fell down
C. fell over D. fell in
23. His father never mentioned anything about his
broken _____ cup.
17. She promised not to____ Mary when she arrives
A. Canadian, ancient, mug, brown
at school.
B. ancient, brown, Canadian, mug
A. pair up for B. pair up with
C. brown Canadian mug ancient
C. pair up by D. pair up on
D. mug ancient Canadian brown
18. We all failed to ____ what the teacher was trying
24. They never bowed down to_____ ideas.
to mean. A. boring crude out-dated Mongolese
A. make after B. boring out-dated crude Mongolese
B. make in C. Mongolese boring out-dated crude
C. make out D. out-dated crude boring Mongolese
D. make up 25. She usually visited the place because she liked
its_____ soup.
A. interesting French mouthwatering mashroom
Questions 19 to 22: In each of the following B. French interesting mouthwatering mashroom
questions, choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that best C. mashroom French mouthwatering interesting
describes the part of speech of each of the D. interesting mouthwatering French mashroom
underlined words.
26. Before they resumed their seats, the honourable
19. The referee could hardly notice a serious foul members took off their _____ suits.
play during the friendly match between Civo A. adorable velvet multi-coloured Ivorian
Strikers and Blue Eagles working
A. adverb B. conjunction B. velvet adorable multicoloured Ivorian working
C. verb D. noun C. adorable multicoloured Ivorian velvet working
D. multicoloured adorable Ivorian velvet working
20. No one else can score goals like he does!
A. conjunction B. adverb
C. noun D. verb

21. All my wants cannot be provided by you.


A. noun
B. verb
C. pronoun
D. adjective

Continued/…
NAME:__________________________________ SCHOOL:_____________________
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Questions 27 to 30: In each of the following 29. The conclusion that phrases are more challenging
questions, choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that best than clause is unfounded.
describes the type and function of the underlined A. Adverb clause modifying “is”
clause or phrase. B. Noun clause in apposition to
27. The make-up class was held on Friday in the “conclusion”.
evening C. Adjective clause qualifying “conclusion”.
A. Adjective phrase qualifying „Friday‟ D. Noun clause subject of “is”.
B. Noun phrase subject of „was held‟
C. Adjective clause qualifying „Friday‟ 30. The musician seated at the big piano is Theresa.
D. Noun clause object of „was held‟ A. noun clause in apposition to
„musician‟
28. The thief knew where he left the stolen clothes. B. adjective phrase, qualifying
A. Adverb clause modifying „knew‟ „musician‟
B. Noun clause object of „knew‟ C. noun phrase, in apposition to
C. Adjective clause qualifying „thief‟ „musician‟
D. Adverb phrase modifying „knew‟ D. adjective clause, qualifying „musician‟

Section B (40 marks)


Answer one question only. Spend the first 10 minutes reading the questions and planning your
answer to the question chosen. Planning may include writing rough notes. Cross out your rough
notes before you hand in your script.

Marks will be awarded for layout, language, content and creativity. Candidates will be
penalised for mechanical errors and writing answers that are short and/or off-point.

You are expected to write between 350 and 500 words for the question you have chosen in the
spaces provided on pages 5 to 7.

EITHER
31. Imagine that you are a Health Surveillance Assistant in an area where many children are
malnourished. You have decided to call for a meeting to sensitise the community members about
this and the District Health Officer would be the guest of honour. Prepare a speech you would
deliver. (40 marks)

OR
32. Write an original short story entitled “The Village Drunkard”.

(40 marks)

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END OF QUESTION PAPER


NB: This paper contains 7 pages.

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Challenges include managing time effectively, understanding the complexity of language nuances in Section A, and expressing creativity under stress in Section B. Solutions involve practicing past papers for familiarity with question types, engaging in timed exercises to enhance time management, and developing outlines for potential compositions to streamline the creative process. Additionally, teachers can provide targeted feedback on language errors to improve students' analytical skills.

The examination reflects educational priorities by focusing on both grammatical proficiency and creative writing skills, emphasizing a balanced literacy curriculum. The structure suggests a dedication to foundational language skills and the ability to express ideas clearly, indicative of a broader educational standard seeking to produce students capable of both analytical thought and creative expression, aligned with global literacy goals.

The instructions emphasize that students must write their Name and School Name at the top of each page of their question paper in the spaces provided, ensuring the teacher can easily identify and track each student's work. This organizational method helps maintain the integrity of the examination process.

The exam paper addresses composition abilities in Section B by requiring students to either deliver a prepared speech or write a short story, demonstrating their capacity to organize thoughts, present coherent content, use language effectively, and exhibit creativity. Marks are allocated for layout, language, content, and creativity, with penalties applied for mechanical errors and brevity.

Section A places cognitive demands on students by requiring quick recall, application of grammar and syntax rules, and understanding of context-specific vocabulary through multiple-choice questions. This section evaluates students' proficiency with basic language rules and the ability to process information quickly, as evidenced by questions addressing verb forms, prepositions, and phrase identification.

Students could manage their time by allotting specific minutes per question in Section A, ensuring they quickly answer recall questions and leave more complex ones for a second review pass. For Section B, students should use the first 10 minutes as recommended to read and plan their answers, using this planning phase to structure their composition effectively, which can reduce time spent on revisions.

The paper contains two sections, A and B. Section A is Multiple Choice, where students should answer all questions by encircling the letter representing the right answer. Section B is Composition, and students are required to answer only one question in the space provided on the question paper.

The tick table is important as it allows students to indicate which questions they have answered. This practice serves as a self-check tool to ensure that they have responded to all required questions, thus minimizing errors of omission which could affect their overall score.

Having a District Health Officer as a guest of honor underscores the importance of the meeting and lends authority and credibility to the initiative. It indicates a formal and significant community effort towards addressing malnutrition, as the presence of an official enhances the visibility of the health issues being discussed and encourages community engagement and trust.

The examination facilitates a comprehensive assessment through a combination of multiple-choice questions in Section A, which tests grammar, vocabulary, and understanding of language nuances, and the composition section in Section B, which investigates students' writing skills, creativity, and ability to logically express ideas. This dual focus ensures both technical understanding and expressive abilities are evaluated.

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