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Form 4 Set 2 April Holiday Assignment

This document is an examination paper for Form 4 students at M.P. Shah Chania High School, covering Agriculture and Biology subjects for the April Holiday Assignment 2025. It includes detailed instructions for candidates, question sections divided into A, B, and C, and various questions related to agricultural practices and biological concepts. The paper assesses students' knowledge on topics such as land tenure systems, crop production, livestock management, and plant tissues.

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M.P.

SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

NAME………………………………………CLASS…….………ADM.NO.………………

CANDIDATE’SSIGNATURE……………………DATE………………………………

443/1
AGRICULTURE PAPER 1

APRIL HOLIDAY ASSIGNMENT SET 2 2025

TIME :2 hours

FORM 4

INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES

a. Write your name , class and admission number in the space provided

b. Sign and write the date of examination in the space provided above

c. This paper consist of three sections A,B and C (90mks)

d. Answer all the questions in sections A and B

e. Answer any two questions from section C

f. All answers should be written in the spaces provided in English.

g. Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as
indicated and that no question are missing

For Examiners’ Use Only

Section Questions Maximum score Candidates score

A 1-15 30
B 16-19 20
C 20 20
21 20
22S 20
Total score 90

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SECTION A 30MARKS ANSWER ALL QUESTION IN THIS SECTION

1.a. Name two forms of collective land tenure system in Kenya (1mk).

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b. Distinguish between land settlement and land resettlement

(1mk)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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c. Name four methods of land reforms practiced in Kenya.

(2mks)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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2. State four reasons why burning of bushes when clearing land would be discouraged.
(2mks)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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3. a. Differentiate between over sowingand under sowing in planting of

crops.(1mk)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
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b. State four factors that can promote rooting of cuttings.

(2mks)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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4. State four factors you would consider when identifying a farming system to use.
(2mks)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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5. Define the following terms. (1mk)

a. Olericulture

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b. pomology

6. Name four methods of draining swamps for vegetable production.

7. State four factors that determine the quality of farmyard manure.

8. Name four pieces of information recorded in a master roll.

9. State four ways in which soil PH influences crop production. [2mks)

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10. State four symptoms of viral diseases in crops. (2mks)

11. what do you understand by the following terms as used in the nursery practices.

a.Pricking out (1mk]

b. Hardening off (1mk)

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12. Name four practices that determine the stage of harvesting in crops. (2mks)

13. a. Define the term opportunity cost as used in Agriculture economics. (1mk]

b. Name two concepts of economics in Agriculture. (1mk)

14. Name two factors that contribute to formation of soil. (1mk)

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15. Give two sub branches of arable farming. (1mk)

SECTIOIN B (20MKS) ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THE SPACES PROVIDED.

16. The following illustrations show two different methods of carrying out a certain activity in the farm.

a. Identify the activity represented by the

illustrations
(1mk)………………………………………
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b. Name the methods represented by the illustrations A and B. (1mk)

c. Mention six areas where the activity should not be carried out. (3mks)

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17. The flowing is an illustration of a common weed of arable land.

a. Identify the weed. [1mk)

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b. Why is it difficult to control the weed (1mk)

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c. State one harmful effect of the weed on crop production. (1mk)

d. Give two measures used to control the weed. (2mks)

18. The illustration below indicate types of soil erosion that take place on cultivated farm land. Study
them and then answer the following questions.

a. Identify the type of erosion represented by each of the illustrations. (2mks)

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b. Name two factors that may accelerate the rate of the type of erosion represented by A. (1mk)
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C. Give two practices that may reduce the impact of the type of erosion represented by A. (1mk)

d. Apart from loss of soil, what type of destruction are caused by the type of erosion represented by A.
(1mk)

19. The illustration belowrepresent types of soil structures. Study them carefully and answer the
questions that follow.

a. Identify the soil structures labeled E,F,G,H in the illustrations. (2mks)

b. State one distinguishing characteristic for each structure. (2mks)

C. State one method of improving the structure labeled E.

(1mk)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SECTION C (40MKS) ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS FROM THIS SECTION.

20. Describe the production of Napier grass under the following sub headings.[20 marks]

a. Ecological requirements [4 marks]

b. establishment [12 marks ]

c. Utilization[4 marks]

21. Describe the production of cabbage seedlings under the following sub headings,

a. Nursery establishment

b. Management of the seedlings up to transplanting

22. Describe the production of maize for dry grains under the following sub headings.

a. Ecological requirements

b. Varieties

c. Pest control

D. Disease control

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

Name ………………………..…………………………… Index Adm No………………..
Sign……….date……………………………………
FORM FOUR
APRIL HOLIDAY ASSIGNMENT SET 2 2025
AGRICULTURE443/2

Paper 2

Time: 2 Hours

INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES
 Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above.
 Sign and write the date of Examination in the space provided.
 This paper consists of three sections A, B and C.
 Answer ALL the questions in section A and B.
 Answer TWO questions in section C in the spaces provided.

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY.

SECTION QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATES SCORE

A 1 – 15 30

B 16 – 19 20

C 20– 22 20

TOTAL
SCORE
90

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SECTION A (30MKS|)
Answer all questions in this section on spaces provided.
1. State four non-chemical method used to control ticks (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)………………………………………………………………………………………
2. Highlight two management practices carried out on a broody hen (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)…………………………………………………………………………………………
3. State four characteristics of a good fish pond (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)………………………………………………………………………………………
4. Give four signs to show that a cow is on heat.
(2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)………………………………………………………………………………………
5. State four features of calf pen that help to control calf diseases (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………
6. a) What is dry cow therapy (1mark)
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b) At what stage of gestation is dry cow therapy practiced (1mark)
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7. Name four farm structures used for handling livestock (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
8. Give four symptoms of respiratory disorders in a sick cow (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
9. Mention two characteristics of abdomen of a poor layers (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
10. Distinguish between mothering ability and prolificacy (2marks)
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11. List two factors that can lead to conception failure after female cow has been served (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
12. State four factors that may lead to a farmer culling dairy cattle (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
13. List four ways in which vaccines are administered to an animal. (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
14. Name four tools that are used when laying concrete blocks during construction of a wall (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………………

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15. State four features on the animal which may pre-dispose it to livestock diseases (2marks)
i)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii)……………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii)…………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv)…………………………………………………………………………………………………

SECTION B (20 MARKS)

Answer ALL questions in this section in the spaces provided
16. The following is a diagram of an artificial incubator. Study it and answer questions that follow.

(a) Identify the following parts shown by letters A and B. (2marks)

A …………………………………………………………………….
B …………………………………………………………………….
(b) State three conditions that are necessary for a successful hatching. (3marks)
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17 . Study the illustration below showing an animal suffering from a disease and answer the question

bellow
(a) . Identify the disease the animal is suffering from. (1mk)
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(b. What causes the disease shown above? (1mk)
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(c. Give three symptoms shown by a cow suffering from the disease above. (3mks
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18. Study the following diagram and answer questions below.

(a) Identify the above disease.

(1mark)
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[a].Identify the above disease [1mrk]
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(b)What causes the above disease? (1mark)
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(c) Give two predisposing factors of the disease. (2marks)
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(d) Give one control measure of the disease. (1mark)
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19.The illustration below shows a farm practice used in controlling external parasites in livestock. Study
it and answer the questions that follows.

(a) Identify the methods of parasite control in the illustration above (1mark)

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(b) Name the equipment used for the practice in the illustration (1mark)
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(c) State two factors that leads to maximum effectiveness when using the practice above in tick
control (2marks)
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(d) Name any other equipment that is used for the same practice (1mark)
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SECTION C (40 MARKS)
Answer any two questions from this section.

20.(a)Describe management practices that would ensure clean milk production in a dairy farm. (8
marks)
(b) Describe six advantages of rotational grazing. (6 marks)
(c) Describe six effects of parasites on livestock. (6 marks)

21 (a). Outline eight factors considered when selecting eggs for incubation. (8 marks)
(b) Explain five reasons for maintaining farm tools and equipment. (5marks)
(c) State seven causes of long calving intervals. (7marks)

22.(a) Describe ten uses of fences on a farm. (10 marks)

(b) State and explain the requirements of a deep litter house in poultry (10marks)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

APRIL HOLIDAY ASSIGNMENT SET 2 2025
BIOLOGY PAPER 1 (231/1)

TIME: 2HOURS

NAME……………………..…………………………..ADM
NO……………………CLASS………………

1.Name the tissue in plants responsible for (3marks)

a) transportation of water and mineral salts………………………………………………………...

b) primary growth…………………………………………………………………………………..

c) translocation of carbohydrates…………………………………………………………………..

2. A 20year old man works in a construction site. List down three factors that determine the amount of
energy he requires in a day. (3marks)

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3. State the mode of asexual reproduction in (3marks)

a)Yeast…………………………………………………………………………………………

b) Rhizopus………………………………………………………………………………………

c) Amoeba…………………………………………………………………………………………

4. A three-year-old was noted to be suffering from kwashiorkor, scurvy and night blindness. Name two
classes of foods the boy was lacking in his diet (2marks)

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5. Give two reasons why primary productivity in an aquatic ecosystem decreases with depth

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…………………………………………………………………………………………… (2marks)

6. Name the cell organelles that would be most abundant in (2marks) a)

skeletal muscle cells……………………..……………………………………….……………..

b) palisade cells……………………………………………………………………………………..

7. A person was found to pass large amounts of dilute urine frequently. Name the:

a) i)disease the person was suffering from………………………………….…………......(1mark)

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ii) hormone that was deficient……………………………………...……………………...(1mark)

b) If the pancreas of this person was removed what would be the further effect on urine produced
……………………………………………………………………………………………..(1mark)

8. A rhinoceros in a national park was found to be infected with ticks. State

a) the type of relationship between the two organisms………………………….…………(1mark)

b) the trophic level occupied by the: (2marks)

i) rhinoceros…………………………………….…… ii) ticks……………………………….……

9. Name the waste product that is:

a) almost absent in the renal vein but is normally present in the renal artery (1mark)

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b) transported in the blood and is not removed by the kidneys (1mark)

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10. Name the mineral element that is obtained from insects by insectivorous plants (1mark)

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11. Name the parts of a flower that are responsible for the production of gametes (2marks)

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12. Give two reasons why accumulation of lactic acid during vigorous exercise leads to an increase in
heart beat (2marks)

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13. State two features of pollen grains of insect pollinated flowers (2marks)

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14. The equation below represents a metabolic process that occurs in the liver.

Amino acids Organic compound + Urea a) Name

the process………………………………………………………………………..(1mark)

b) What is the importance of the process to a mammal? (1mark)

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c) What is the source of amino acids in this process? (1mark)

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15. Name two disorders in humans that are caused by chromosomal mutation (2marks)

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…………………………………………………………………………………………………16. During a
practical activity, students observed the wings of an eagle,a butter fly and a house fly to determine their
evolutionary relationship. a) What name is given to these
type of structures………………………………………….(1mark)

b) Name the type of evolution illustrated by the wings………………....…………………(1mark)

c) What evidence is illustrated by the wings observed…………………………………….(1mark)

17. Name three classes of animals that excrete their nitrogenous waste products mainly in the form of
uric acid. (3marks)

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18. A student collected an organism that had two body parts and four pairs of legs. a)
Classify the organism into (2marks)
Phylum………………………………………..Class………………………………………………

b) besides the abdomen, name the other body part of members in this class (1mark)

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19. Other than Carbon (IV) Oxide, name the other products of anaerobic respiration in plants.

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…………………………………………………………………………………………….(2marks)

20.a) Name the opening to the chamber of the heart of an insect (1mark)

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b) name the structures for gaseous exchange in insects (1mark)

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c) Give two ways in which the structures named in (b) above are suited to their function(2marks)

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d) Apart from the lungs name two gaseous exchange surfaces in a frog (2marks)

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21. What is seed dormancy? (1mark)

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b) State two environmental conditions that can cause seed dormancy (2marks)

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c) Name a growth inhibitor in seeds………………………………………………………(1mark)

22.

a) Name the type of circulation illustrated above………………………………………… (1mark)

b) Name blood vessels (2marks)

A……………………………………………………B…………………………………………

23. Name two sex linked traits in humans located on the X-CHROMOSOME (2marks)

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24. When a fish in an aquarium was touched using a small glass straw, it escaped. Name two
characteristics exhibited by the fish that show it is a living organism (2marks)

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25. State three pieces of evidence that support the theory of evolution (3marks)

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26. An animal cell was viewed under a light microscope using objective lens of X100 and eye piece lens
of X10. Determine the total magnification of the image (2marks)

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27. A student carried out an experiment involving red blood cells by immersing them in solutions of
different concentrations A,B and C. The following diagrams show what happened to each of the red
blood cells.

a) Which physiological process was being investigated in this experiment (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………

b) What kind of solutions are represented by A and C (2marks)

A…………………………………………………C……………………………………………

c) Name the processes the red blood cells underwent when placed in solution A and B (2marks)

A…………………………………………………B……………………………………………

28. Give the function of the following parts of a light microscope. (2 marks)
a) Diaphragm………………………………………………………………………………………
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b) Condenser.………………………………………………………………………………………
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29.Explain why a fresh wound on the skin bleeds more on a hot sunny day than on a cold chilly
day……………………………………………………………………………………………(2 marks)

30. The table below gives information about some diseases. Fill in the gaps in the table.(3marks

Disease Organism causing the disease Mode of transmission

a) Amoebiasis Ingestion
b) Cholera Taking in contaminated
food or water
c)Typhoid Taking in contaminated
food or water

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY ASSIGNMENT SET 2 2025
BIOLOGY PAPER 2 (231/2)

TIME: 2HOURS

NAME………………………………….........ADM NO……………CLASS…………

Instructions to candiates

1. Answer all questions in section A

2. Answer question 6 which is compulsory and either question 7 or 8 in section B
SECTION A (40 Marks )
1. Define the term nutrition (1mk)

b. In terms of nutrition, distinguish between plants and animals (1mk)

c. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follows.

i. Name the structure shown above (1mk)

ii. Name the part labelled A and B(2mks)

iii. Name the process occuring in part labelled C and state the raw materials required (3mks)

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2. A freshly obtained dandelion stem measuring 2cm long was split lengthwise to obtain two similar pieces.
The pieces were placed in solution of different concentrations in a petridish for 30minutes. The
appearance after 30 minutes is as shown below

i. In reference to the cytoplasm concentration, name solution L1 and L2 (2mks)

ii. Account for the appearance of the two stems (4mks)

iii. State the significance of the biological process been investigated above (2mks)

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3. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follows .

a. Name and give the role of the apparatus shown above (2mks)

b. Give two precautions observed when using the above apparatus (2mks)

c. . Briefly explain how the following factors affect the rate of transpiration
Sunken stomata (2mks)

Glossy leaf surface (2mks)

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4. A fish farmer wanted to know the number of fish in his pond.
He collected 10 fish from the pond and labelled each by a tag label on its fin, returned the 10 fish into the pond.
He later collected 50 fish from which only 4 of them had labels.

i. Identify the method of estimating population used by the farmers (1mk)

ii. Name the apparatus used in capturing fish from the pond (1mk)

iii. Estimate the total number of fish in the pond (3mks)

iv. Give two assumptions that were made using that method of population estimation (2mks)

iv. Name another method that can be used to estimate population in living organism(1mk)

5. In an investigation, plants with red flowers were closed with plants with white flowers. All the plants in
the F1 generation had pink flowers.
When the F1 plants were selfed, 480 plants were counted as f2 generation.

a. Using letter R and W ,state the F1 genotype

b. Work out the F2 generation using a Punnet square (5mks)

c. .State the phenotypic ratio of F2 generation (1mk)

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d. How many plants in F2 generation had pink flowers (1mk

SECTION B
6. The data below was obtained from an experiment designed to measure the velocity of flow of water
during the course of a single day in the xylem of two trees
Time 0300 0600 0900 1200 1500 1800 2100
of the 2400
day
Velocit Eucaly 0 45 125 140 135 85 45 25
y of ptus
flow tree
/cm3/hr
Acacia - 5 105 135 110 45 30 25
tree
a. Using the same axes draw graph to show the velocity of flow of water against time (8mks)

b. At what time of the day was the velocity of flow same for the species (1mk)

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c. Account for the shape of the graph of the eucalyptus (4mks)

d. What forces move the water through the plants (4mks)

e. Determine the rate of flow at 1900hrs

f. Suggest two features of acacia that would have led to the difference in the velocity of flow(2mk)

7. a. Discuss how alveoli are adapted to their function (8mks)

b. Name six plant excretory products and their importance (12mks)
8. Discuss the adaptations of xerophytes to their habitats(20mks)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

Name……………………………………………………………….. Adm ………………………….. Class
…………………….

565/1

Business studies

Paper 1

March 2025

APRIL HOLIDAY ASSIGNMENT SET 2 2025

Time: 2 Hours

Instruction to the candidate:

a) Write your name, admission number and class in spaces provided above.
b) Sign and write your index number in the space provided above.
c) The paper consists of 25 structured questions.
d) Answer ALL questions.
e) All answers should be written in the spaces provided in this booklet
f) Candidates should answer all the questions in English.

For Examiner’s use only

Question 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Total

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1. State four factors in the internal environment that influence the operations of a business. (4 marks)
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2. Highlight four features of economic resources. (4 marks)
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3. Outline four benefits of division of labour in an organisation. (4 marks)
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4. Highlight four factors that are considered when evaluating a business idea. (4 marks)
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5. Highlight four characteristics of good filing system. (4 marks)
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6. Outline four characteristics of a chain store. (4 marks)
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7. Identify the document used in home trade described by the statement below. (4 marks)
Statement Document

a) Used to correct an undercharge in an invoice

b) It alerts the buyer that goods have been dispatched

c) A letter written by the potential buyer to enquire about the

goods they stock

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d) Demand payment for goods that have been delivered

8. Outline four advantages of sole proprietorship. (4 marks)

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9. Highlight four reasons why the government may be involved in business. (4 marks)
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10. Outline four circumstances under which containers may be used to transport goods
(4marks)
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11. State four elements of communication. (4 marks)
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12. Name the type of warehouses associated with each of statements given below.
(4 marks)
Description Type of warehouse

a) Goods can be stored before payment of customs duty

b) Used exclusively to store owner’s goods

c) Good are stored from several wholesalers

d) Specialized goods are stored

13. Outline four reasons why traders observe ethical practices in product promotion. (4 marks)
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14. The quantity supplied(Qse) and quantity demanded(Qde) in the market at equilibrium are given below
Qse= 4p +20
Qde= 40- p
Determine the equilibrium price and quantity. (4 marks)

15. State four assumptions of perfect competition market structure. (4 marks)

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16. Highlight four roles of intermediaries in the channel of distribution. (4 marks)
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17. Outline four uses of national income statistics to the government. (4 marks)
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18. Highlight four challenges faced by a youthful population. (4 marks)
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19. Using the book keeping equation complete the table below. (4 marks)
Fixed asset Current asset Long term liabilities Short term liabilities Capital

a) 200,000 100,000 100,000 50,000

b) 400,000 180,000 220,000 100,000

c) 60,000 40,000 25,000 125,000

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d) 75,000 15,000 10,000 9,000

20. Indicate whether the transaction below increase, decrease of have no effect on the balance sheet totals.
(4 marks)
Transaction Effect on totals

a) Brought personal car to be used in the business

b) Obtained a bank loan through the business account

c) Paid a creditor by cash

d) Bought furniture in cash

21. State four types of errors that may not be detected in a balance sheet. (4 marks)
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22. The information relates to Wanjii traders as at 31st December 2022
Opening stock sh 80,000
Closing stock sh 120,000
Sales sh 800,000
Rate of stock turnover = 6 times
Required
Prepare a trading account for the period ended 31st December 2022. (5 marks)

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23. Identify the book of original entry prepared from the following source documents.
(3 marks)
Source document Book of original entry

a) Incoming invoice

b) Outgoing credit note

c) Issued receipt

24. Highlight four factors that may discourage entrepreneurship in a country. (4 marks)
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25. Outline four features of a public limited company. (4 marks)
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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

562/2 Paper 2

BUSINESS STUDIES
March 2025 2 Hours 30 minutes

Name............................................................................... Index number.........................................

Candidate signature.................................................... Date...................................................

Instructions to candidates

a) Write your name and index number in the space provided above.
b) Sign and write the date of the examination in the space provided above.
c) The paper consists of six questions.
d) Answer any five questions in the booklet provided.
e) All questions carry equal marks.
f) Non programmable silent calculator may be used.
g) Candidate should answer the questions in English.

For examiner’s use only

Question Maximum Candidate

Score Score

Total score

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1 a)Explain five characteristics of good money (10 marks)

b) Explain five ways in which employees may contribute to the success of a business ( 10 marks)

2 a)Explain five advantages of locating firms in different parts of the country (10 marks)

b)The following information was extracted from the books of wabibi traders :

Details kshs

Stock 1st January 2013 430000

Purchases 930000

Sales 1155000

Carriage outwards 25000

Carriage inwards 10000

Return outwards 20000

Return inwards 30000

General expenses 100000

Insurance 25000

Stock 31st December 2013 470000

Calculate

i. Turnover (1 mark)
ii. Rate of stock turnover (3 marks)
iii. Mark up (2 marks)
iv. Margin (2 marks)
v. Net profit (2 marks)

3 a)Explain five circumstances under which a partnership may be dissolved (10 marks)

b)Explain five circumstances under which a firm may acquire monopoly power (10 marks)

4 a) The following opening balances were extracted from the books of mikinduri traders on 1st July 2016.

Details kshs

Furniture 56000

Capital 80000

Creditors 20000

Debtors 25000

Bank 11000

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Cash 8000

The following transactions took place in the course of the month

-Paid a creditor ksh 5000 in cash

-Took ksh 6000 from the bank for family use

-Bought stock for ksh 18600 on credit

-Received ksh 5000 in cash from a debtor

-Converted a family chair worth ksh 4000 for business use.

-Took a loan of ksh 20000 that was deposited in the bank account

Prepare the business balance sheet at the end of July 2016

4 b)Explain five characteristics of property insurance (10 marks)

5a) Explain five benefits to a community involved in business activities (10 marks)

b)Explain five factors that should be considered when choosing a method of promoting a product

(10 marks)

6 a)Explain five accounting documents that are used in home trade (10 marks)

b) With the aid of a diagram, explain the effect of an increase in supply of a commodity while its demand remains
constant (10 marks)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

CHEMISTRY PAPER 1 233/1 – 2 HOURS

MAR/APR - 2025 SERIES

NAME: …………………………………..ADM. NO: …………………. SIGN: …………...

SCHOOL: ………………………………..CLASS: ……………………………………….…

Instructions to candidates;

(a) Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.

(b) Non-programmable silent calculators and mathematical sets may be used.
(c) All working must be shown clearly where necessary.
(d) Ensure the paper has all the questions.

For examiners only

Question Maximum Score Candidate’s Score

1 – 26 80

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Q1. An ion of element P has 18 electrons, 16 neutrons and 15 protons.
(a) Write the electron arrangements of an atom of element P (1mk)

(b) What is the mass number of element P (1mk)

Period: ………………………………….

Group: …………………………………. (1mk)

Q2. (a) State Charles’s Law (1mk)

(b) The volume of a certain gas was measured at 21C is 15.9cm3. At what temperature will the volume
be doubled if pressure remains constant (2mks)

Q3. The figure below shows an apparatus used to separate a mixture of water and octane

(a) Name the apparatus above (1mk)

(b) State the principle by which the mixture of the two liquids is separated (1mk)

A ……………………………………..

B ……………………………………..

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Q4. .A mixture of Iron filings and sulphur were placed in a crucible and heated strongly.
(a) Explain the following observations:
(i) The mixture continued to glow red even when heating was stopped (1mk)

(ii) The black solid produced was not attracted by a magnet. (1mk)

(b) Write an equation for the reaction which took place (1mk)

Q5. The following set-up was used by Form Two students to determine the percentage of Oxygen in air.
About 200cm3 of air was passed repeatedly from syringe A to syringe B and back. After sometime the
volume of air was found to be 160cm3.

(a) Calculate the percentage of Oxygen in the initial sample of air (1mk)

(b) Write the equation for the reaction that took place (1mk)

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Q6. The following set-up was used to prepare ethyne gas

(a) Identify liquid D (1mk)

(b) Write an equation for the reaction in the flask (1mk)

(c) State one precaution to be taken when performing the experiment

(1mk)

Q7. (a) State the Graham’s Law of diffusion in gases (1mk)

(b) If it takes 44 seconds for Nitrogen (IV) Oxide to diffuse through a porous pot. Calculate how long it
will take an equal volume of chlorine gas to diffuse through the same porous pot under the same
conditions. (N=14, O=16, Cl = 35.5) (2mks)

Q8. (a) Diamond and Graphite are allotropes of Carbon. What is meant by the term allotrope?
(1mk)

(b) Explain why Graphite can be used as a lubricant while diamond cannot (2mks)

Q9. Given the following substances; sodium Chloride, Lemon Juice and Wood-ash
(a) Name one commercial indicator that can be used to show whether wood ash. Lemmon juice and
Sodium Chloride are basic, acidic or neutral. (1mk)

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(b) Classify the substances in 9(a) above as acids, bases or neutral. (2mks)
Neutral Acid Bases

Q10. (a) Define the standard heat of formation (1mk)

(b) Given that Hc(C) = -393 kJ/mole, Hc(H2) = -286kJ/mole and Hc
(C2H5OH) = -1368kJ/mole. Calculate the enthalpy of formation of C 2H5OH.
(2mks)

Q11. When Z cm3 of 0.5M Zinc Nitrate solution was reacted with excess Ammonium Carbonate solution, the
mass of Zinc Carbonate formed was 12.5g.
(a) Write the ionic equation for the reaction that took place. (1mk)

(b) Calculate the value of W. (C=12, Zn = 65, O = 16) (2mks)

Q12. The following is an extract of r periodic table. Study it and answer the questions that follows. The
letters do not represent the actual symbols of the elements.

B C

E F G H
D
J K
I

(a) State the name given to the groups the following elements belong
(i) H (1mk)

(ii) C, G and K (1mk)

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(b) Compare the following
(i) The atomic and ionic radius of element B (1mk)

(ii) The melting points of elements G and H (1mk)

Q13. Chlorine gas is prepared in the laboratory by reacting concentrated Hydrochloric Acid with an oxidizing
agent like Potassium Manganate (VII).
(i) State another oxidizing agent that can be used in place of KMnO4 (1mk)

(ii) Freshly cut blue flowers petals were placed in a gas jar containing oxygen and another containing
Chlorine gas. Explain the differences in the observations
(2mks)

(iii) State one use of Hydrochloric acid (1mk)

Q14. (a) State any two adaptations of the burrette to perform its functions (2mks)

(b) Under what conditions does the Burnsen burner produces luminous flame and state two reasons
that makes it not suitable for heating. (2mks)

Condition :

Reason :

Q15. Which type of Sulphur is formed under the following conditions (3mks)
Conditions Type of Sulphur
(i) Temperature above 96C
(ii) Rapid cooling of Sulphur vapour
(iii) Pouring boiling Sulphur in cold water

Q16. Use dots () and cross (x) diagram to show bordering diagram of the following compounds.
(a) Phosphine Molecule (PH3) (1mk)

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(b) Nitrosyl Chloride (NOCl) (1mk)

Q17. The scheme below shows some reaction sequence starting with solid Q. Study it and answer the
questions that follow

A few drops
HCl(g) NH3 (aq)
Solid Q Solution S White Solid
Step I Step II

Mg Step III Excess

Step IV NH3 (aq)

T Colourless
Solution R

(a) Write the formula of the complex ion in solution R (1mk)

(b) Write an equation for the reaction in step IV (1mk)

(c) Write an equation for the reaction in step I (1mk)

Q18. (a) Define the term solubility. (1mk)

(b) The solubility of Sodium Nitrate at 60C is 34g per 100g of water. Determine the mass of solute and
solvent in 100g of saturated solution at 60C. (2mks)

Q19. When a hydrated sample of Calcium Sulphate CaSO4.nH2O was heated until all the water was lost, the
following data was recorded
Mass of crucible = 30.296g
Mass of crucible + hydrous salt = 33.111g
Mass of crucible + anhydrous salt = 32.781g
Determine the empirical formula of the hydrated salt (Ca=40, S=32, O=16, H=1)
(3mks)

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Q20. (a) Nitrogen is freely found in the atmosphere. What percentage of air does it occupy?
(1mk)

(b) Students prepared Ammonia gas, dried it using concentrated Sulphuric (VI) acid then collected it
over water.
(i) Identify two mistakes the students made (2mks)

(ii) Write the equation from the preparation of Ammonia gas (1mk)

Q21. The diagram below represents a paper chromatogram for three brands of juices suspected to contain
banned food colorings.

K L M
Brand of Juice

The results showed the presence of banned food colorings in L and M only. On the same diagram.
(a) Circle the spots which show the banned food colorings. (2mks)

(b) Show solvent front (1mk)

Q22. (a) Define the term fuel. (1mk)

(b) Give two reasons why wood and charcoal are chosen for domestic heating
(2mks)

Q23. Starting with 40cm3 of 2.8M Sodium Hydroxide describe how a sample of Sodium Sulphate crystals can
be prepared in the laboratory. (3mks)

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Q24. The diagram below shows the set-up which was used by a student to investigate the effect of
electricity on molten Lead (II) Chloride.

(a) Define the term electrolysis (1mk)

(b) Indicate on the diagram the electrode which is anode (1mk)

(c) Write the reaction at the cathode (1mk)

Q25. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow

(a) State two observations made in the above experiment when Sodium is gently placed on water.
(2mks)

(b) Write a chemical equation that takes place (1mk)

Q26. Distinguish between the following

(a) Strong and concentrated acid (1mk)

(b) Endothermic and Exothermic reactions (1mk)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

233/2

CHEMISTRY PAPER 2 - (THEORY)

TIME: 2 HOURS.

NAME.............................................................................ADM.NO................CLASS.............

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES;

 ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS IN THE SPACES PROVIDED

 ALL WORKING MUST BE SHOWN CLEARLY WHERE NECESSARY

 ENSURE THE PAPER HAS ALL THE QUESTIONS

 NON-PROGRAMMABLE SILENT CALCULATORS AND MATHEMATICAL SETS MAY BE USED.

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE

1 11

2 13

3 13

4 11

5 12

6 11

7 9

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(1. ) The grid below forms part of the periodic table. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
The letters do not represent the actual symbols of the elements.

(a) What is the name of the chemical family to which element P belongs? (1 mk)

....................................................................................................................................

(b) An element N has an atomic number of 15. Write down its electronic configuration arrangement
and hence fix it in its right position on the grid above. (2 mks)

Electronic arrangement...................................................................................................

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(d) Give the formula of the compound formed ( 1mk)

I. Pand W............................................................................................................

II.T and Y.............................................................................................................

(e) Compare the melting points of element Q and S. Explain. ( 2 mks)

(f) Give one advantage that element S has over element Q in making electric cables. (1 mk)

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(g) Draw a dot (•) and cross (x) diagram to represent the bonding in the compound formed between T
and Y. (2 mks)

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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(2). (a) The diagram below represents a set up that can be used to prepare and collect dry sulphur
(IV) oxide gas .

(I.) Name solid T. ( 1 mk)

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(II.) Complete the diagram to show how a dry sample of the gas can be collected. (2 mks)

(III.) Write an equation for the reaction that took place in the flask containing solid T. (1 mk)

...............................................................................................................................................

(IV) State and explain one harmful effect of sulphur (IV) oxide on the environment. (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) Sulphur (IV) oxide is a major raw material in an industrial process to manufacture sulphuric (VI) acid.

I. What name is given to this industrial process? (1 mk)

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II. Complete the table below by writing down the observations made when concentrated sulphuric (VI)
acid is added to the substances shown. (2 mks)

Substances Observation

Iron filings

Crystals of white sugar

III. Give reasons for the observations made on:

(i) Iron filings................................................................................................................... (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(ii ) Crystals of white sugar.................................................................................................. ( 1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

...................................................................................................................................................

(d) Suggest a reason why barium sulphate (A pigment made from sulphuric (VI) acid) is
suitable for making paint for cars. (1 mk)

....................................................................................................................................................

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(e) Other than in the manufacture of sulphuric (VI) acid, state two uses of sulphur (IV) oxide.

............................................................................................................................................( 1mk)

..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....

(3) (a) During the experiment the band was removed and a hot glass rod put through the opening to
ignite the phosphorus by touching. It was then immediately removed and the rubber band replaced as
the phosphorus burnt producing thick white fumes.

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(I.) How is phosphorus stored in the laboratory? Give a reason. ( 2mks)

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………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(II.) State reasons why the level of water in the bell jar first went down as phosphorus burned then
rose after it got extinguished. (2 mks)

..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………......

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(III.) The white fumes formed in the bell jar slowly disappeared until the bell jar finally became clear.
Explain. (1 mk)

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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(IV.) Given that the initial reading was 80 cm3 and final volume was 64 cm3, determine the
percentage by volume of oxygen in air. (2 mks)

.....................................................................................................................................

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(V.) Write a chemical equation for the reaction that took place in the bell jar. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….................

(VI.) Red and blue litmus paper were placed in the resulting solution. State and explain the observation
that were made. (2 mks)

. ..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..........

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(b.) Painting, oiling, galvanizing or tin plating are methods of preventing rusting.

(I.) Give the general formula of rust. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...............

(II.) How are these methods similar in the way they prevent rusting. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………........

(III.) Explain why galvanized objects are better protected even when scratched. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………............

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(4.) (a) Define the term homologous series. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...............

(b) Give the name of the following compound

CH3CHCHCH2CH3 (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………......

Number of carbon atoms per molecule Relative molecular mass of hydrocarbon

2 28

3 42

4 56

(I) Write the general formula of the hydrocarbons in the table. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………........

(II) Predict the relative molecular mass of the hydrocarbon with 5 carbon atoms. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………......

(III) Determine the molecular formula of the hydrocarbon in (II) above and draw its structural formula.
(2 mks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..............

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Step I.................................................................................................. (1mk)

Step II.................................................................................................. (1mk)

Step IV................................................................................................. (1 mk)

(II) Write an equation for complete combustion of C2H2. (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………...............

(III) Explain one disadvantage of the continued use of items in step III (1mk)

.....…..........................................................................................................

(5.) (a) Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow.

Residue V was yellow when hot and white when cold. Identify:

(I) White precipitate I............................................................................... .. (1 mk)

(II) Solution II.............................................................................................. (1 mk)

(III) Residue V ......... ……………………………………………………………………………….. (1 mk)

(IV) Write an ionic equation for the reaction of solution II with lead (II) nitrate solution. (1 mk)
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…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....................

(V) Write observations that would made when ammonia solution is added drop-wise untill in excess to
the colourless solution II. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(b) The diagram below represents a set- up for large scale manufacture of hydrochloric acid. Study it
and answer the questions that follow:

(I.) Name substance X. …................................................................................... (1 mk)

(II.) What is the purpose of glass beads? (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(III.) Give one source of substance X used in the above process. (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………............

(IV.) Give two uses of hydrochloric acid. (2 mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ...............

(c.) The table below shows the ammeter readings obtained when two different electrolytes of the same
Concentration was tested.

Electrolyte Ammeter readings (Amps)

Hydrochloric acid 4.0

Ethanoic acid 1.2

Why does ethanoic acid give a lower ammeter reading? Explain your answer. (2 mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………........................... …………………………

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(6.) The flow chart below shows industrial preparation of ammonia and the process used on the
manufacture of some ammonium compounds. Study it and answer the questions that follow.

(a) Apart from natural gas name another

I. Source of hydrogen gas (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................

II. Name other two substances obtained in step I. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………......................

III. Give the name of the;

(i.) Process on step I: …………………………………………………………………………………………… (1 mk)

(ii.) Reaction that takes place in step 5:………………………………………………………………… (1 mk)

(b.) Explain why it is necessary to compress nitrogen and hydrogen in this process. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...................

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(c.) Write an equation for the reaction which takes place in step 6. (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..............
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(d.) Name the catalyst and reagents used in step 3. (2 mks)

Catalyst............................................................................................................................

Reagent...........................................................................................................................

(e.) Name compounds (2 mks)

X...............................................................................................................................

Y................................................................................................................................

(f.) Give one commercial use of compound Z. (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. .........

(7.) The following were results obtained when the molar heat of neutralization between
hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide was determined. 100 cm3 of 1.0M hydrochloric acid was
reacted with 50 cm3 of 2.0M sodium hydroxide solution.

Initial temperature of the base was 25°C

Initial temperature of the acid was27°C

The final stable temperature when the acid and the base were mixed was 34°C.

(a) Write an ionic equation for the reaction. (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….................

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(b) Calculate the;

(i) Change in temperature (1 mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..............

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(ii) Heat change for the reaction (specific heat capacity=4.2J/g/K and density of solution=
1.0g/cm3). (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………............

(iii) Molar heat of neutralization of hydrochloric acid. (2 mk)

……………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….... ..

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(c) Write the thermochemical equation for the reaction. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….................

(d) Draw an energy level diagram for the reaction. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(e) How can the heat loss be minimized? (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. .......
....................................................................................................................................................

( f ) Account for the heat loss. (1 mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

NAME ……………………………………..……… ……………..DATE ………………

ADM NO. …….……….……. CANDIDATE’S SIGNATURE …………

451/1
COMPUTER STUDIES
PAPER 1
(THEORY)
TIME: 2 ½ hours

FORM FOUR EXAMINATION 2025

451/1
COMPUTER STUDIES
PAPER 1
(THEORY)
TIME: 2 ½ hours

Instructions to Candidates
(a) Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above.
(b) This Paper consists of two sections A and B.
(c) Answer ALL the questions in section A.
(d) Answer question 16 (compulsory) and any other THREE questions from section B.
(e) All answers should be written in the spaces provided.
(f) This paper consists of 13 printed pages. Candidates should check to ensure that all pages are printed
as indicated and no questions are missing

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

Section Questions Candidate’s score
A 1- 15
16
17
18
B
19
20
TOTAL SCORE

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SECTION A (40MARKS) – ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION

1. State two health issues that could arise from the use of unsuitable computer desk (2
marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

2. Give two reasons why portable computers like laptops and tablets are becoming popular in the
modern society
(2 marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

3. Warranty is one of factors to put into consideration when acquiring computer hardware. State two
contents of a warranty (2
marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………………

4. List four devices that use scanning technology to capture data directly from the source (2
marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………………

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5. State two ways in which hardware failure is a threat to data security (2
marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………………………………………………………………………………………………

6. Given the binary number 1101110100111100 , determine the number of :

i) Nibbles (1
mark)

…….…………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Bytes
(1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

7. (a) State the role of the following communication devices

i) Repeater (1
mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Router (1
mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) The figure below shows a type of network topology. Use it to answer the questions that
follow;

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(i) Identify the topology represented above (1
mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……
(ii) Name the component labelled P (1
mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) State the function of the component labelled P (1

mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

8. Five students Walter, Faith, Mercy, Diana and Joachim scored the following marks in

Mathematics 35, 76, 98, 44, and 54 respectively. They were recorded in cell C3 to C7. The

teacher wanted to rank them in descending order so as to award them

a) Write down an appropriate formula that the teacher used

(3marks)

b) Their grades were assigned as follows

80-100 ……………. A
60-79 ………………B
40-59 ………………C
Less Than 40 ……..Fail
Write the formula used to assign the grades above
(2marks)

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9. Differentiate between hardware and software portability
(2marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

10. Differentiate between formatting and editing as used in word processor (2 marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

11. Explain the meaning of the following terms as used with DTP (3
marks)
a) Crop
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

b) Embedded object
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

c) Master page
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

12. Explain the following as used in data security

(3marks)
a) Fraud
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

b) Eavesdropping
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

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c) Information security
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

13. Distinguish between relative cell referencing and absolute cell referencing as used in computing
giving an example in each case
(4 marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

14. Explain the following monitor terminologies as used in computing. (3

marks)
i) Resolution

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Pixels
………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

15. State four stages in data processing (2 marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

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SECTION B (60MARKS)
Answer question 16 (compulsory) and any other THREE question from this section
16. a) Explain three errors detecting methods in program development (3marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

b) The gross salary of employees of Mutson chemists is based on the basic and additional benefits.
Employees with more than 10 years’ experience get an additional pay of 10% of their basic salary.
Bonuses are given as per employees’ sales of the month as:
>200,000 15%
100,000 – 200,000 10%
Below 100,000 5%
Draw a flowchart for the program that will calculate gross salary and output each employee’s
basic
salary, gross salary and all benefits.
(12marks)

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17. a) State two ways of representing a signed binary number. (2 marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………

b) Convert the decimal number 7.0312510 to binary (3 marks)

c) Perform the following binary operation; (2 marks)

X2+11012=7010

d) Solve the following using twos complement 1210-2810 (5 marks)

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e ) i) Letter N is represented by 1001110 using a certain coding scheme. Identify the type of coding
scheme used (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Using the same coding scheme named in C (i) above, show how letter K can be represented(2 marks)

18. Describe each of the following data processing methods and give an example of where used. (4
marks)
(i) Online processing
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(ii) Batch processing
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………
b) Make a clear difference between
(4marks)
(i) Logical file and physical file
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………
(ii) Master file and back up file
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………

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c) An organization is facing threats to data integrity. Explain three ways on of how the threats can be
minimized
(3marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………

d) Write the following acronyms in full

(i) EBCOIC (1
mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………
(ii) COBOL (1
mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………
(iii)ASCII (1
mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………
(iv) BCD (1
mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………

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19. The table below shows an extract of a spreadsheet document. Use it to answer the following
questions.

A B C D E F

1 ITEM NAME NUMBER UNIT TOTAL TOTAL PROFIT

OF COST BUYING SELLING
ITEMS PRICE PRICE
2 PENS 50 25 100

3 BOOKS 15 70 750

4 CUPS 30 120 500

5 RUBBER 75 15 250

a) What data type will be used to represent content of cell A1,C1 and E1? (3 marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

b) State how cell F5 can be represented using R1C1 style? (1 mark

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
c) Which formula can be used to compute;
i) Buying price (1 mark)

ii) Profit (1 mark)

d) Write a function that will enable you get the product with the max profit (2 marks)

e) Explain the following editing tools in (4 marks)

i) Label

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………
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ii) Legend

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………

iii) Chart title

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……….....

iv) Data markers

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………

f) Explain the concept of subtotals (3 marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

20.a) Which data communication are represented below ( 3marks)

i. A police officer talking over a walkie talkie

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……

ii. A pastor speaking to Christians using public address

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii. A student speaking to their parent over the mobile phone

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

b) Explain the following application areas of ICT. (5 marks)

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i) Retail system

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Education system

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) Transport System

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iv) Scientific Research

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

v) Entertainment System

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

c) A teacher had a document of 20GB in a hard disk. He wanted to transfer the document into a
CD of 700MB. Determine the number of CD’s he requires (2 marks)

d) Students of Amani high school intend to elect their school captain by secret ballot. State two ways
high computers can improve the election process (2 marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

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e) The following URL was typed by Amina: (3 marks)
http://www.cie.org.uk/computer studies
The URL composed of three parts; state the part of the URL that represents:
i) File name
………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………….

ii) Protocol

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) Web server name

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………………………………………………………………………

©THIS IS THE LAST PRINTED PAGE

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

PAPER 1 313/1 TIME 2 ½ HRS

INSTRUCTIONS

Answer any five Questions in the booklet provided

1. a) Explain how the learning of Christian Religious in Secondary schools promotes

National Unity (6mks)
b) Identify Seven activities that took place during the Second creation account (Gen 2:7-23) (7mks)
c) You have been invited to speak to young people in Tumaini town on the reasons why they should
take care of the environment around them. Identify seven things you will discuss in your talk. (7mks)

2. a) Outline the importance of Circumcision to Abraham and his descendants (6mks)

b) Identify eight plagues that the Egyptians experienced during the time of Moses (8mks)
c) Identify six leadership qualities that Christians learn from the life of Moses. (6mks)

3. a) Explain four ways in which King Solomon fulfilled Samuels prophesy against kingship in
Israel.[8mks]
b) Outline God’s promises to king David through prophet Nathan.[6mks]

c) State six lessons Christian leaders learn from the failures of King Saul. (6mks)

4. a) Identify categories of true Prophets in Old Testament. (6mks)

b) Give reasons why prophet Amos was against the way the Israelites worshipped God. [7mks]

c) Give seven reasons why there are many false prophets today. (7mks)

5. a) Describe the symbolic Act of the wearing of the waist cloth by Jeremiah (Jeremiah 13:1- 11)
8mks
b) Give six reasons why Nehemiah advised the separation of the Jews from the foreigners.[6mks] c) Give
six ways in which a church leader can handle the challenge of rejection as he/she carries out his work
(6mks)

6. a) Identify seven practices in traditional African communities that show their belief in life after
death.[7mks]
b)What changes have taken place in the rite of initiation in Kenya today.[6mks]

c) Mention seven ways through which a marriage partner is chosen in Traditional

African Communities (7mks)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

PAPER 2 313/2 TIME 2 ½ HRS

INSTRUCTIONS

Answer any five Questions in the booklet provided

1.a) With reference to the incident when Jesus was dedicated to God at the age of forty days, outline what
Simeon and Anna revealed about His life. Luke 2:25-38 (6mks)
b) Describe Mary’s visit to Elizabeth. (Luke 1:39-44) (7mks)
c) Identify seven reasons why it is important for Christians to visit fellow church members in their
homes. (7mks)

2a) State seven teaching about Jesus from His healing miracles (7mks)

b) Identify six instruction s given to the 12 disciples which Jesus commissioned them
in Luke9:1-9 (6mks)

c) Mention six challenges faced by church leaders in their evangelical work.( 7mks)

3. a) Identify the events that took place on Mt. Olives before the arrest of Jesus. (7mks)

b) Outline seven signs of the end times as taught by Jesus. (Luke 21:5-38) 7mks

c) Identify six reasons that made Judas Iscariot betray Jesus. (6mks)

4. a) State seven leadership qualities shown by Peter the Apostle on the day of Pentecost. (7mks)
b) Explain the unity of believers as expressed in the image of “The people of God” (7mks)
c) Give ways in which Christians can demonstrate the fruit of Self-control in their daily lives. (6mks)

5. a) Outline seven reasons why people work. (7mks)

b) State the importance of dowry in both Traditional and modern society. (7mks)
. c) Banda has been offered a job opportunity in Zawani cement factory. Mention six
factors that he should consider before accepting the job.
6. a) Give six reasons why a Christian may support plastic surgery. (6mks)
b) Mention seven human activities which may contribute to desertification. (7mks)
c) Identify seven ways Christians contribute to maintenance of law and order in society today. (7mks

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

FORM FOUR

NAME……………………………….….………ADM NO……………CLASS…………….

CANDIDATE’S SIGNATURE………………………….... DATE………………………….

END OF TERM 1 EXAM 2025

ENGLISH 101/1

PAPER ONE
(Functional, cloze test and Oral Skills)

TIME: 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in the provided spaces
2. Ensure your work is neat

FOR EXAMINERS USE

QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S

SCORE

1 Functional 20

2 Cloze Test 10

3 Oral Skills 30

TOTAL 60

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1. FUNCTIONAL WRITING (20 MARKS)
Imagine that you are the organizing secretary of James Nderitu’s Graduation Party. James has just
graduated with a First Class Honour’s from Kenyatta University.
a) Design an invitation card to be sent to the guests. (10mks)
b) Write a congratulatory note to James to be presented that day. (10mks)

2. CLOZE TEST (20 MARKS)

Read the passage below and then fill in each blank space with the most appropriate

Exam cheating is behavior that goes (1).........................................................................the school rules, and

core values. (2)..............................................................., this practice is wrong and must be stopped by
(3)..................................................................................or by crook. Several
(4).......................................defend their cheating behaviors arguing that they are
(5).......................................interested in gaining good education nor knowledge. This explanation
statement is unreasonable, irrational and unfounded. (6).............................is wrong since engaging in it is
equal to stealing (7)......................................results of honest students who dedicated their time to learning
and reading the appropriate examinable materials. The person involved in cheating is primarily hurting
(8).................................................. .This is because lying is a (9)............................................................cut
to score high grades, but the truth of the matter is that the individual (10)..............................................in
cheating learns nothing.

3. ORAL SKILLS (30 MARKS)

a) Read the story below and answer the questions that come after it
They loved their girl more than anything. Such a bright, beautiful toddler who learned to say
“mommy” before the age of one was pure sunshine for them.

Life has distractions and false beliefs can manifest over the stupidest of assumptions and
miscalculations. As the heat built up, silent whispers intensified. They were talks on cell phones, and
more talks on the phones. Posters were placed on every street, LOST CHILD (HAVE YOU SEEN
OUR LOVELY BABY GIRL?)

As noon became late, frantic searching replaced any pleasantry. “We didn’t”, they howled as they
scrambled to the car hoping for impossible. That which they cherished and loved was FOUND but
DEAD.

i. State two ways you would use to capture the sad mood before telling the story.(2 mks)
.........................................................................................................................................................................
...................................................................................................................................

ii. Describe how you would perform the following sentence “As the heat built up, silent whispers
intensified...” (2 mks)
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.........................................................................................................................................................................
...................................................................................................................................

iii. What gestures is your audience likely to use towards the end of the story? (1 mk)
.............................................................................................................................................................
.......................................................................................................................
iv. Identify one instance of onomatopoeia in the story. (1 mk)
......................................................................................................................................................

4.
a) For each of the following words, write two sentences to bring out two different meanings.
(2 mks)
i. Tie …………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………..…
ii. Soil ………………………………………………………………………………...
………………………………………………………………………………………….
………………………………………………………………………………………….

b) Give the homophone of the following words. (2 mks)

i. Key
ii. You

Paul B. Vitta, the author of the Novel, Fathers of Nations is coming to your school to give a talk
on the themes in his novel.
a. State any four barriers that will hinder you from listening effectively. (4 mks)
.........................................................................................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................

b. Why is it important to listen to this author? (2 mks)

c. After the talk, you get into discussion with your desk mate on some of the themes
discussed. Give the turn-taking phrases you will use to take the turn back after being
interrupted. (3 mks)

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.........................................................................................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................................................................................
................................................................................................................
6. After form four you plan to buy a motorbike and start a business. Give four negotiation
principles you would use to ensure you get the best model with the fairest price.
(4 mks)

7. What is the importance of respecting someone’s personal space? (3 mks)

8. Two friends Jeff and John had a debate. Jeff says that a man should marry more than one wife,
John on the other hand argues that a man should only marry one wife. What are the benefits of
a debate? (4 mks)
.........................................................................................................................................................................
...................................................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................................................

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

ENGLISH FORM FOUR

NAME……………………………….….………….……ADM NO…….………CLASS…………….

CANDIDATE’S SIGNATURE………………………….... DATE………………………….

END OF TERM 1 EXAM 2025

ENGLISH 101/2

PAPER TWO
(Comprehension, Literary Appreciation and Grammar)

TIME: 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES

INSTRUCTIONS
3. Answer all questions in the provided spaces
4. Ensure your work is neat

FOR EXAMINERS USE

QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S
SCORE

1 Comprehension 20

2 Excerpt 25

3 Oral Narrative 20

4 Grammar 15

TOTAL 80

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1. COMPREHENSION (20 MARKS)

Read the passage below and then answer the questions that follow.

Discipline is something that we have all experienced personally in different forms, seen, used on others,
and is also something that many of us will go on to use later in life, both in the form of self-discipline and
as something to keep children and even employees in check. It is essential to life as we know it, and we
need it in its many different forms in many different situations.

The first reason that discipline is so important is that we all need to exercise self-discipline to be
successful in life. Self-discipline can mean very different things to different people; for students, for
example, self-discipline is often about motivating yourself and making yourself concentrate on your
studies and get your assignments in time. For working people, it can be as simple as getting up on time
every morning, however tired you may be and how much you may hate your job, getting to work on time
and doing your job. Without this kind of self-discipline, people would not be able to enjoy academic
success, or be successful in their careers either.

Self-discipline is also required for dieters and anyone doing regular exercise, because given the chance,
most of us would prefer to be lazy rather than get up and exercise, and eat burgers and fries rather than
healthy food. Without it, even more people would be fat and unhealthy, and a lack of self-discipline in
some people certainly contributes to the obesity crisis.

Discipline is also something that needs to be used on others where necessary. If parents didn’t discipline
their children when they were naughty, children wouldn’t grow up knowing right from wrong, or be able
to become productive members of society who contribute to the system. Equally, school teachers need to
be able to dish out punishments to children who don’t behave themselves. Without discipline in the
classroom, there would be a great deal of disruption and nobody would ever learn anything. Indeed,
teachers who struggle to command the respect of students and who fail to use discipline effectively will
often have trouble even making themselves heard in a classroom.

In the workplace, discipline is also essential to maintaining a hierarchy and dealing with employees who
do not follow company policies and procedures, regularly arrive late or not at all, or treat their co-workers
unfairly. Then, you have to consider that without discipline, there would be no law enforcement.
Murderers would be roaming the streets and everybody would be stealing from each other, because there
would be no consequences for their actions.

Discipline acts as a vital deterrent to stop children being naughty, people from missing work, and even
potential criminals from stealing and killing, and for this reason it is vital in human society.

(a) In which way can discipline be used later in the life of a person? (2marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………………
…………………………………………………
(b) What would become of naughty children if parents didn’t discipline them according to the passage?
(2marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………………
……………………………………………………………
(c) What does self-discipline mean to a student according to the passage? (2marks)

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…………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………
……………………………………………………………………………
(d) In note form, state the reasons for discipline. (4marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………
(e) How does absence of discipline lead to no law enforcement according to the passage? (3mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………
(f) What three things does discipline restrict one from doing according to the passage? (3mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
.……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………
(g) Equally, school teachers need to be able to dish out punishments to children who don’t behave themselves.
(1mark)
Replace the word in bold with a word with similar meaning.
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
…………………………………………………………………………
(h) Explain the meaning of the following expressions as used in the passage. (3marks)
i) Disruption ……………………………………………………………………………..
ii) Vital ……………………………………………………………………………………
iii) Roaming ……………………………………………………………………………….

2. EXTRACT (25 mks)

John Lara; The Samaritan

Read the excerpt below and then answer the questions that follow. (25 marks)

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 a 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?

Seymour: Yes, we have to get money to fight the cases. And enough of it, I dare say!

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Mossi: But that will only get us deeper into problems!

Seymour: Yes, it will; but we will be the better armed to deal with the trouble and even more of it.

Mossi: Over my dead body! What you are suggesting is illegal? The law is very clear. A Municipal Council cannot
spend any money at any time of a financial year except as provided in the national estimates, and as
contained in an Appropriation Act approved by Parliament.

Ted: (Looking at Mayor Mossi in disbelief) What do you mean? You would rather we are prosecuted and
imprisoned?

Seymour: In that case, we can submit a supplementary estimate of expenditure. That is allowed under the law.

Mossi: So long as that money will be committed to other uses, I will be blamed for the misallocation. It will get me
into more trouble!

Seymour: You will be in a position to deal with the trouble. Can’t you understand? You will have the money!

Mossi: (Pointing at Seymour and Ted) Look here, my good friends, you have in the past forced my hand into
misallocating funds by making unreasonable demands.

Seymour: Which demands?

Mossi: You cannot deny that you have forced me to concede to endless demands ranging from regular travel with
enhanced allowances for members of the Municipal Council, sitting allowances of unnecessary committee
meetings, to loans and mortgages. It is as though all the money allocated to the Municipality is exclusively
meant for Council Members!

Seymour: Don’t start pontificating! You will never get away with the crimes committed under your watch if
things get out hand! And you also know how much you have stolen! So you better be wise! Let’s do a
supplementary estimate.

Mossi: (Hand raised and wagging his finger pointing at Seymour in anger) I know you very well. I know those
things you deal with! If you are not careful, I will have you arrested and prosecuted! I can make you see
real smoke! And I can strike harder than thunder!

(a) Where does this conversation take place and what happens before it? (3 marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………

(b) Basing on the events that happen earlier in the play, explain the cause of the conflict in this excerpt
(3 marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………

(c) Identify and illustrate one theme brought out in the excerpt. (2 marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………

(d) How is Seymour portrayed in the excerpt? Illustrate your answer. (4 marks)
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…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………

(e) “If you are not careful, I will have you arrested and prosecuted!” From your knowledge of the play, state any three
accusations for which Seymour can be arrested and prosecuted. (3 mks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………

(f) Explain the effect of any two stylistic features used in this excerpt. (4 marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………

(g) What is the mood of this excerpt? (2 marks)

(h) “We just need to do some reallocation of budget line items.” Begin: What…. (1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………......

(i) Explain the meaning of the following expressions as used in the excerpt. (3 marks)

(i) fight off …………………………………………………………………………

(ii) concede …………………………………………………………………………
(iii) pontificating ……………………………………………………………………

3. ORAL NARRATIVE (20 marks)

THE WARRIOR WHO HAD EIGHT LOVERS

A long time ago there was a warrior whose bravery and handsome looks made the girls of the village fall in love
with him. Eight girls, at least, were known to want to marry the young warrior, for they had composed many songs
in his praise.

Now, this warrior was one time getting ready to go on alone raid in faraway country. Before he set off for the raid,
he called the youngest of his eight lovers and told her to put fresh milk in a small guard. He also instructed to keep
checking on the colour of the milk every day.” Should the milk turn red, “ the warrior told the girl, ‘ it would mean
that I have been killed or I am seriously wounded.’

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The young girl was so touched by the departure of her lover that she composed the following song for him.

My warrior whom I love

For whom I open the sweet curdled
Milk of my father’s herd,
And to whom I give fat rams
Of my father to slaughter,
To whom I give my slender
Thighs to lie on,
With whom are you going on a raid next?

It happened that many days after the departure of the warrior, the girl noticed that the milk was turning red. She
wept bitterly, for she knew that her lover was either dead or dying in a faraway country. Without telling anyone,
the girl set off to look for her dying lover.

For many days she traveled, and as she walked through plains and forests she sang the song she had composed for
her warrior. She travelled on and as she travelled she checked the colour of the milk in the gourd. Each day that she
saw the milk turn a little more red, she traveled faster. And each day she hoped that she would find her lover alive.

On the ninth day the girl sang louder and louder as she traveled. Each time she sang she would listen to hear if their
was any reply. Any as she listened at one time, she heard a faint voice. There was no mistake about it. It was her
lover’s voice. She ran and ran and after a while she found her lover. He was extremely weak and badly wounded.

When the dying warrior saw her, he told her; ‘When I am finished, you take my attire and weapons home. When
you get a son give them to him And with that the warrior seemed to be dying.

But the girl did not listen to him, she quickly looked for water and washed his wounds. And after that she began to
look for food for him. It did not take long before she saw a deer passing by. With her lover’s spear she killed it, and
wasted the meat for her lover. For many months the young women washed the wounds of her lover and fed him
until he was well again.

Back at home everybody thought that the young woman and her lover were dead, and they insisted that their death
rites be performed. However, the father of the warrior kept postponing the death rites. But at last the old man
agreed to perform the rites because his youngest son was to be circumcised, and could not be circumcised before
the rites were performed.

So preparations for the death rites for the lost warrior were made. But on the morning of the day that the rites were
to be performed, and as people were gathering, one of the people in the gathering heard a war song coming from
the other side of the valley. He asked other people to listen. The father of the warrior could not mistake his son’s
voice. He was almost crying as he gazed on the other side of the valley. The singing voice became clearer and
before long the warrior and his lover emerged, driving a large herd of cattle. The bells that were tied around the
necks of the oxen played to the tune of the war song.

There was great rejoicing as people ran to meet the lost warrior and his young lover. On their arrival back home a
big bull was slaughtered and there was a great feast. People at and drank. And the warrior and his lover were
married.

The two became man and wife and lived happily. And my story ends.

From Oral Literature. A Junior Course

By A. Bukenya and M. Gachanja,

Longhorn Kenya.
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Questions

a) What kind of a narrative is this? (2mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
…………………………………………………………………………

b) Identify two instances of repetition in the passage (2mks)

c) What are the character traits of? (4mks)

i. the warrior ……………………………………………………………………
ii. the youngest lover ……………………………………………………………
d) Give two functions of the song. (2mks)

e) Show instances of irony in the passage (2mks)

f) What are the economic activities of this community? (2mks)

g) Which devices have been used to start and end this story? What are their functions? (4mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………..………………………………………………………………………
……………………………

h) With one proverb, summarize the teaching or moral lesson in the story. (2mks)

4. GRAMMAR (15 marks)

a) Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given after each. Do not change the
meaning. (4 marks)

(i) It is really annoying that capitation has not been received and there is no explanation. (Begin: That….)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………..... …………..
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(ii) “The poet proudly claimed, “I wrote many poems during the vacation.” (Rewrite in reported speech)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………

(iii) the student spent three hours in the library however he could not find the book he wanted (Punctuate correctly)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………

(iv) The second race was not quite as easy as the first one. (Begin: The first….)

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FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

FORM FOUR

NAME……………………………….….………ADM NO……………CLASS…………….

CANDIDATE’S SIGNATURE………………………….... DATE………………………….

ENGLISH 101/3
PAPER THREE

TIME: 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES

INSTRUCTIONS
5. Answer three questions only
6. Question 1 and 2 are compulsory
7. Answer either question 1a or 1b
8. In question 3 choose only one from the optional text you have prepared in
9. The essay MUST NOT exceed 450 Words.

FOR EXAMINERS USE

QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S

SCORE

1 20

2 20

3 20

TOTAL 60

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1. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) 20 marks

Either

a) Write a composition ending with the following words:

…………. since that day, I have always promised myself to remain focused in my studies.

b) Write a composition explaining what Kenyan youths can do to help in the fight against alcohol and
substance abuse.

2: Compulsory Text 20marks

Fathers of Nations by Paul B Vitta

Women are faced by endless difficulties in the society. Basing your arguments in the happenings in
the text Fathers of Nations by Paul B Vitta write an essay to support this assertion.

3: Essay based on Optional Text (20 marks)

Answer any one question

Either
a) A Silent Song and Other Stories by Godwin Siundu
People who live in urban places are faced by many challenges. Prove how true this statement is
basing your illustrations on Meja Mwangi’s Incident in the Park.

Or
b) Parliament of Owls by Adipo Sidang
“Many African governments are dysfunctional and end up mistreating their citizens.” Using
appropriate examples from Adipo Sidang’s play Parliament of Owls, write an essay to illustrate
this statement.

Or
c) Artist of the Floating World by Kazoo Ishiguro.
Ono’s past is greatly revealed through the marriage negotiations in the text. Justify the statement
using illustrations from the novel Artist of the Floating World.

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FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

312/1 GEOGRAPHYY
TIME 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES.
NAME…………………………………………………….CLASS……….ADM………….
Answer all questions in this section
SECTION A ( 25 MARKS)
1. A] Name the biggest planet in the solar system. [1 mk]
B] State three characteristic of the core. [4mks]
2. A] Define the following terms.
[i] Dew point. (1 mk)
[ii] Temperature inversion (1 mk)
[b] Identify three sources of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. (3 mks)
3. a] State three causes of earth movements. ( 3 mks)
b] Name two main earthquakes zones in the world. ( 2 mks)

4. The diagram below shows an example of a local wind.

A[ identify the local wind. (1 mk)

b] Describe how the wind is formed. ( 4 mks)
5. a] Identify two sources of underground water. ( 2 mks)

b] State three conditions that favour the formation of artesian wells. ( 3 mks)

SECTION B ,, ANSWER QUESTION 6 AND ANY OTHER TWO QUESTIONS

Study the map of TAMBACH [Sheet no.90/3] provided and answer the following
questions.
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6.[a][i] What type of map is Tambach? ( 1 mk)

[ii] What is the contour interval of the map? ( 1 mk)

b. [i] What is the six-figure grid reference of the air photo principal 15/KE/37/079/?

[2mks]

[ii] What is the direction of cattle dip on grid 8470 from air photo principal 15/KE/37/082?

[2mks]

[iii] What is the bearing of air photo principal point at grid square 0180 from the trigonometrical
station at grid square 0475?

[2mks]

c [i] what is the longitudinal and latitudal extend of the area covered by the map.

[2mks]

[ii] Calculate the area of the planted forest at Kapchemutwa. Give your answer in square

Kilometres.

[iii] Name two drainage patterns found in the area covered by the map.

[2mks]

d.[i] Citing evidence from the map, explain three factors favoring livestock production. [6mks]

[ii] Draw a rectangle 12cm by 8cm to represent the area bound by easting [6mks]

89 and 98 and [6mks]

northings 69 and 75. On the rectangle mark and name the following:

i. River Kerio.
ii. Dry weather road.
iii. Air photo principal 7
iv. Seasonal swamp.

7a) Describe the following characteristics of minerals:

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(i) Colour (2 marks)
(ii) Cleavage (2 marks)
(iii) Hardness (2 marks)
b) (i) Give two types of igneous rocks (2 marks)
(ii) Explain three reasons why sedimentary rocks are dominant along the Kenyan coast.
(6 marks)

c) State four uses of rocks (4 marks)

d) You are planning to carry out a field on the rocks within your school environment.
(i) Give two secondary sources of information you would use to prepare for the field study.
(2 marks)

(ii) State why you would need the following items during the field study; (2 marks)
- A geological hammer-
- A polythene bag-
(iii)Suppose during the field study you collect marble, sandstone and granite, classify each of these
samples according to its mode of formation. (3 marks)
Marble-
Sandstone-
Granite-

8 a. What is folding? [2mks]

b. [i] Describe the formation of Fold Mountains by contraction theory. (5 mks)

[ii] Give two fold mountain building periods. (2mks)

c. [i] Name 3 types of folds. ( 3 mk)

[ii] Explain how an anticlinorium complex is formed. ( 4mks)

(iii) Apart from fold mountains, name three other feratures that result from folding.
(3 mks)

d. Explain any three significances of folding. (6 marks)

9. a] i) Define the term hydrological cycle. ( 2mks)

ii] Give 3 factors that influence the occurrence of surface runoff. (3 mks)

iii] State the significances of the hydrological cycle. (4 mks)

b] i] what is a lake? ( 2 mks)

Ii] Give 3 reasons why some lakes in Kenya have saline water. (3 mks)

Ic] Explain how Lake Victoria influences the climate of the surrounding areas. (8 mks)

d] State five economic uses of lakes . ( 5 mks)

10. a] classify soils according to order.[3mks]

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a] Explain how the following factors influence soil formation

i] parent rock: [4mks]

ii] Climate: [6mks]

c] State five economic uses of soil.[5mks]

d] Students in a secondary school intend to carry out a field study on soils within their local
environment.

i] give three activities the students are likely to carry out during the study.

ii] List four properties of the soil the students would study.

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

312/2 GEOGRAPHY pp2

TIME.. 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES

Section A. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ( 25 MARKS)

1. a) Why is geography a unique subject? (2 mks)

b) State three branches of human geography. ( 3mks)

2. a) Differentiate between forest and forestry. (2 mks)

b) Name three forest reserves in the coastal region of Kenya . (3 mks)

3 a) Give two by products obtained from sugarcane. (2 mks)

b) State three problems facing sugarcane farming in Kenya . (3 mks)

4. a) Name two animals that are part of the big five. (2 mks)

b) State three factors that favour establishment of national parks in semi arid areas. (3 mks) 5. a)
State two factors that led to the growth of Mombasa. (2 mks)

b) Name a town in Kenya where each of the following industries is located.

Oil refinery….. 1 mk

Paper manufacturing….. 1 mk

Motor vehicle assembly….. 1 mk

SECTION B. (75 MARKS) ANSWER QUESTION 6 (COMPULSORY) AND ANY OTHER TWO

6.Answer Question 6 and any other two questions.

a)i) Using a scale of 1cm represents 20,000 people, draw a compound bar graph to represent the data.
(10 mks)

ii) State three possible reasons for the decline in the number of tourists since 2015. (3mks)

b) I) What is eco-tourism? (2mks)

ii) Give two objectives of eco-tourism. (2mks)

c) Explain three effects of human activities on wildlife. any 3x 2 = 6mks)

d) Give two steps taken by Kenyan government to conserve wildlife. (2mks)

7. a] i] Name two commercial fishing methods. ( 2 mks)

ii] Explain four problems facing the fishermen in Lake Victoria.. ( 8 mks)

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b] i] State three reasons why Kenya supports the law on territorial waters. ( 3 mks)

ii] State three reasons why Uganda has a large fish catch than Kenya. ( 3 mks)

c] i] Name one aquatic animal that is harvested in oceans and sea other than fish. (1 mk)

ii] Explain four factors that favor fishing in the north east pacific fishing grounds. ( 8 mks)

8. a] i] Define mining ( 2 mks)

ii] Describe how shaft mining is carried out. ( 6 mks)

b] Describe the processing of trona in Lake Magadi. ( 6 mks)

c] Name the main place in Kenya where the following minerals are mined

i] fluorspar- 1 mk

ii] diatomite- 1 mk

iii] gold 1 mk

iv] Trona- 1 mk

v] titanium 1 mk

d] Explain 3 problems facing mining activities in Kenya. ( 6 mks)

9. a. i] Differentiate between reclamation and rehabilitation. ( 2mks)

ii] Apart from draining swamps, identify 3 other method used to reclaim land in Kenya. (3 mks)

Iiii] Give 4 benefits that have resulted from reclamation of the Yala swamp. ( 4 mks)

b] Describe the stages involved in the reclamation of land from the sea in Netherlands. ( 5 mks)

c] Form four students carried a field study on perkerra irrigation scheme.

i] State four human problems they were likely to identify facing irrigation in Kenya. ( 4 mks)

Iii] Name 3 crops they identified being grown in Perkerra irrigation scheme. (3 mks)

] For their field study, they prepared a working schedule. State items they included in the schedule.

Iiv] State two objectives they formulated for their study. ( 2 mks)

10) a) i) Name three counties central of Kenya coffee grown on large scale. (3mks)

ii) State five factors that favour coffee growing in the Kenya. (5 mks)

(iii) Give two types of coffee grown in Kenya. ( 2 mks)

b) Describe the processing of coffee from harvesting to marketing. (7mks)

c) Explain four importance of coffee growing in Kenya. (8 mks

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FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

311/1 HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT

PAPER 1

MARCH-APRIL. 2025- 2 ½ hours

Name……………………………………………………adm number……………………..

Candidate’s signature……………………………Date…………………………………….

Instructions to the candidates

(i) This paper consists of three sections, A,B and C

(ii) Answer all the questions in section A, three questions from section B, and two questions from section C
(iii) Answers to all the questions must be written in the answer booklet provided
(iv) This paper consists of three printed pages.
(v) Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated, and
that no questions are missing
(vi) Candidates should answer all the questions in English
______________________________________

For Examiner’s use only

section Question Maximum Candidate’s

score score
A 1-17 25

B 18 15
19 15
20 15
21 15
C 22 15
23 15
24 15
Grand Total

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SECTION A (25 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section in the answer booklet provided

1. Identify two Bantu speaking groups that settled on Mt Elgon as they were migrating to Kenya.
(2 marks)
2. Give two ways of interaction among Kenyan communities in the pre- colonial period.
(2 marks)
3. Identify one climatic factor which encouraged Sultan Seyyid Said to shift his capital to Zanzibar in 1840.
(1 mark)
4. Give two characteristics of human rights (2 marks)
5. State one way in which the nationalism Accord and reconciliation Act of 2008 affected the composition of
Government in Kenya. (1 mark)
6. Identify the key historic event that took place in Kenya on 27th August, 2010 (1 mark)
7. Name the treaty that was signed to partition East Africa in 1890 (1 mark)
8. Name one institution that advised the Governor in the administration of Kenya colony before 1963
(1mark)
9. State two reasons for the collaboration between Nabongo Mumia and the British. (2 marks)
10. Give two achievements of Imperial British East Africa Company (IBEACo) in Kenya.
(2 marks)
11. State two groups which provided education in Kenya during the colonial period (2 marks)
12. Give two reasons why Africans were not allowed to grow cash crops during the colonial period.
(2 marks)
13. State the main grievance of the Taita Hills Association in the 1930s (1 mark)
14. Name one independent schools association which emerged in Central Kenya during the colonial period.
(1 mark)
15. The main function of correctional services in Kenya. (1 mark)
16. Name two organs of national security in Kenya (2marks)
17. Give one source of Nyayoism (1 mark)

Section B (45 marks)

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Answer three questions from this section in the answer booklet provided

18. (a) State five reasons which influenced the migration of the Cushites into Kenya during the pre- colonial
period (5 marks)

(b) Describe the social organization of the Mijikenda during the pre-colonial period. (10 marks)

19. (a) Identify five factors that led to the growth of city states along the coast of Kenya by 1500AD.
(5marks)

(b) Explain five factors that hindered Christian missionary work in Kenya (10 marks)

20. (a) Give five factors that led to Mau Mau uprising in Kenya. (5 marks)

(b) Explain five problems faced by the Trade Unions in colonial Kenya. (10 marks)

21. a)Give five features of African Socialism. (5mks)

b) Explain five social contributions of Daniel Arap Moi in Kenya. (10mks)

Section C (30 marks)

Answer two questions from this section in the answer booklet provided

22. (a)Give five circumstances where the constitution limits the freedom of movement and residence in kenya
(5 marks)

(b) Explain five factors that promote National unity in Kenya . (10 mks)

23. (a) Give three sources of law in Kenya. (3 marks)

(b) Describe six functions of the cabinet in Kenya (12 marks)

24.(a) State five functions of the senate in Kenya (5mks)

b) Explain five factors which can interfere with free and fair elections in Kenya. (10mks)

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FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

311/2 HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT
PAPER 2
MARCH-APRIL. 2025- 2 ½ hours

Name…………………………………………….. Index/adm number……………………

Candidate’s signature……………………………Date…………………………………….

Instructions to the candidates

(vii) This paper consists of three sections, A,B and C
(viii) Answer all the questions in section A, three questions from section B, and two questions from
section C
(ix) Answers to all the questions must be written in the answer booklet provided
(x) This paper consists of three printed pages.
(xi) Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as
indicated, and that no questions are missing
(xii) Candidates should answer all the questions in English

For Examiner’s use only

section Question Maximum Candidate’s
score score
A 1-17 25

B 18 15
19 15
20 15
21 15
C 22 15
23 15
24 15
Grand Total

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SECTION A: (25 MARKS)
Answer all the questions in this section.

1. Give two limitations of using written sources of information of History. (2 mks)

2. Give one reason why Homohabilis was referred to as ‘man with ability”. (1 mk)

3. Give the main reason why early agriculture developed in Egypt. (1 mk)

4. Give two limitations of barter trade. (2 mks)

5. Give one result of the invention of the wheel in Mesopotamia. (2 mk)

6. Name two disadvantage of using a messenger to pass information. (2 mks)

7. State the main contribution of the discovering of chloroform in the field of medicine. (1 mk)

8. State one political effect of the development of iron technology in Africa. (1 mk)

9. Give two reasons that led to decline of Meroe as an early urban centre. (2 mks)

10. State the role of golden stool in the Asante Kingdom during the 19 th century. (1 mk)

11. State one function of the Bataka among the Baganda in the pre-colonial period. (1 mk)

12. Name two African countries that were not colonized. (2 mks)

13. Give the administrative applied by British in Zimbabwe. (1 mk)

14. Name one political party that fought for independence in Ghana. (1 mk)

15. Give two reasons why USA was reluctant to join the first world war. (2 mks)

16. Name one place in Africa where the cold war was witnessed. (1 mk)

17. Identify two European countries that formed the Tripple Alliance . (2 mks)

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SECTION B: 45 MARKS)
Answer any three questions from this section.

18. (a) Give three functions of Kabaka of Baganda in the pre-colonial period. (3 mks)

(b) Describe the political organization of the Shona Kingdom during the pre-colonial
period. (12
mks)

19. (a) State five factors that led to the emergence of trade. (5 mks)

(b) (b) Explain five challenges faced by the Trans-Saharan traders. (10 mks)

20. (a) Give five terms of the Berlin conference of 1884 to 1885. (5 mks)

(b) Explain five factors that influenced King Lewanika to collaboration with the Europeans. (10
mks)

21. (a) Give three reasons for use of assimilation policy in Senegal. (3 mks)

(b) Discuss six reasons why Ghana attained independence earlier than African countries. (12 mks)

SECTION C: (30 MARKS)

Answer any two questions from this section.

22. (a) Outline five Principal organs of the United Nations (5 mks)

(b) Explain five reasons why the League of Nations failed to maintain world peace (10
mks)

23. (a) Give three causes of the First world war (1914-1918). (3 mks)

(b Explain six results of the second world war (12

mks)

24. (a) Highlight three ways through which cold war was fought (3mks)

(c) Explain six challenges facing commonwealth of Nations

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

Jina: …………………………………………………………………....

Shule: …………………...........................… Kidato: ……….

Namba ya usajili: …………… Sahihi: ………Tarehe: …………….. Muda: Saa 1¾

MAAGIZO:

(a) Andika jina lako na nambari ya usajili kwenye nafasi ulizoachiwa hapo juu.
(b) Tia sahihi yako kisha uandike tarehe ya mtihani katika nafasi ulizoachiwa hapo juu.
(c) Andika insha MBILI. Insha ya kwanza ni ya LAZIMA.
(d) Kisha chagua insha nyingine moja kati ya hizo tatu zilizobakia.
(e) Kila insha isipungue maneno 400.
(f) Kila insha ina alama 20.
(g) Kila insha lazima iandikwe kwa lugha ya Kiswahili.
(h) Insha zote sharti ziandikwe katika kijitabu cha majibu ulichopewa.
(i) Karatasi hii ina kurasa 2 zilizopigwa chapa.
(j) Watahiniwa ni lazima wahakikishe kwamba kurasa zote za karatasi hii zimepigwa chapa
sawasawa na kuwa maswali yote yamo.

Wewe ni mhariri wa Gazeti la Mamboleo. Andika tahariri ukieleza kuhusu umuhimu wa michezo
kwa wanafunzi wa shule za upili.
2. Andika insha mojawapo kati ya insha hizi tatu.

a) Serikali ni ya kulaumiwa kutokana na kuzorota kwa hali ya usalama nchini. Jadili.

b) Andika Insha itakayothibitisha ukweli wa methali:

Usipoziba ufa utajenga ukuta.

au
c) Tunga kisa kinachomalizika kwa maneno yafuatayo:

….walipofungua mlango huo,wengi hawakuweza kuzuia hisia zao. Walitoa kwi! kwi! kwa maafa
waliyoshuhudia.

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FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

𝟏
MUDA: SAA 2
𝟐

JINA ------------------------------------------------- DARASA------- NAMBA ---------

TAREHE ---------------- SAHIHI ----------------

MAAGIZO

a) Andika jina lako, nambari yako, darasa lako, tia sahihi, kisha uandike tarehe ya mtihani.
b) Jibu maswali yote.
c) Majibu yote yaandikwe katika nafasi ulizoachiwa katika kijitabu hiki cha maswali.
d) Majibu yote lazima yaandikwe kwa lugha ya Kiswahili.
e) Usitoe ukurasa wowote kutoka kwenye kijitabu hiki.
f) Karatasi hii ina kurasa 10 zilizopigwa chapa.
g) 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

1 15
2 15
3 40

4 10

Jumla 80

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1. UFAHAMU (Alama 15)

Soma kifungu kifuatacho kisha ujibu maswali.

Waziri wa uchukuzi Bwana Msafiri ametoa wito kwa kila mwananchi kuzingatia sheria za barabarani
ili kumaliza visa vya ajali vilivyokithiri. Alisema kuwa ongezeko la ajali za barabarani linachangiwa
pakubwana watu binafsi.

Akiongea katika hafla ya kuzindua mbinu za kuhakikisha usalama barabarani, Bwana Msafiri
alisema yasikitisha kuona kuwa ajali za barabarani zimeongezeka katika siku za hivi majuzi. Alieleza
kuwa wizara yake imekerwa na utelekezaji wa majukumu na mapuuza miongoni mwa wanaohusika
na sekta ya uchukuzi.

Alisema wengi wa wenye magari wamepuuza masharti mengi ambayo yaliwekwa na wizara,
yaliyokusudiwa kupunguza ajali. Alisema magari mengi yamekuwa kachara na kwamba mengi
yameng’olewa vidhibiti mwendo. Basi, magari yanaendeshwa kwa kasi ya umeme. Hili limeongeza
ajali kwa kiasi kikubwa. Mengi hayana mishipi ya usalama na wasafiri hukabiliwa na hatari
wanaposafiri. Aliongeza kuwa sura ya magari hayo ni dhihirisho kuwa wenye magari wamepotoka
kabisa, “magari mengi yamerembeshwa hata kwa picha chafu, jambo linalodhihirisha utovu wa
mbeko na kutofuata sheria. Mengine yanacheza muziki kwa sauti ya juu hivi kwamba hata dereva na
utingo hawawezi kusikia gurudumu liking’oka. Baadhi yao yanaonyesha picha chafu za video na
kuufanya usafiri kuwa vyumba vya sinema chafu!”. Alisema kutovaa sare kwa madereva na
makondakta na kuwapakia abiria kupita kiasi ni kilele cha upuuzaji wa sheria zilizowekwa.

“Wasafiri pia wanapuuza masharti yaliyowekwa kwa lengo la kuwafaa, “alisema waziri.Alisikitika
kuwa wasafiri wengi hawafungi mishipi ya usalama hata inapopatikana. Aidha, wanakubali kuingia
magari yaliyojaa tayari, hali inayoongezea uwezekano wa gari kupata ajalikwa kulemewa na uzito.
Aliwakumbusha kuwa gari likipata ajali wakiwa wamepakiwa hivi, hawawezi kugharamiwa na bima
ya gari kwa vile bima yenyewe hukatiwa idadi mahususi ya wasafiri. Aliwalaumu watembeaji
barabarani kwa kutozingatia sheria za kawaida. Alisema kwa mfano katika gurufu kuna mahali
ambako kuna vivuko ila hawavitumii na wengine huishia kugongwa na magari.

Mwisho, aliwalaumu maafisa wa trafiki wasiotekeleza majukumu yao. Alitisha kuwachukulia hatua
kali, alisema kuwa yasikitisha kusikia kuwa wanachukua hongo na kuyaachilia magari yaliyo na
kasoro kuendelea na safari badala ya kuyashtaki kulingana na sheria. Aliwaongezea lawama wasafiri
kwa kunyamaza wanapoyaona haya yakitendeka machoni. Alisababisha kicheko aliposema kuwa
baadhi ya wasafiri huwahimiza makondakta watoe chai haraka ili waendelee na usafiri wao bila kujali
hatari wanazojiingiza kwazo.

Alionya kuwa angechukua hatua ya kurejesha utulivu; alihitimisha kwa kusema kuwa wizara yake
imetoa ilani kwa watumiaji wote wa barabara. Alitoa makataa ya siku nne ambapo yeyote asiyefuata
kaida za barabarani atachukuliwa hatua kali za kisheria.

a) Fafanua sababu za mwito wa Waziri wa Uchukuzi, Bwana Msafiri.(alama 2)

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b) Eleza jinsi wenye magari wamechangia katika kukithiri kwa visa vya ajali barabarani.
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c) Fafanua mchango wa wasafiri katika kudorora kwa hali ya usalama barabarani.
(alama 4)
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d) Kwa mujibu wa kifungu hiki, eleza majukumu ya maafisa wa trafiki katika kudumisha usafiri
ambao ni salama. (alama 2)
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e) Andika visawe vya maneno yafuatayo (alama 2)

1) kuzindua
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2) imetoa ilani
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2. UFUPISHO (ALAMA 15)

Soma kifungu kifuatacho kisha ujibu maswali yafuatayo

Halmashauri ya mpwito nchini imetoa mwongozo kuhusu majukumu yanayofaa kutekelezwa na
serikali za kaunti kote nchini kuanzia Julai mosi mwaka huu.

Mwongozo huo utasaidia kuondoa wasiwasi ambao baadhi ya mashirika yasiyo ya kiserikali yalieleza
kuwa huenda baadhi ya sekta zisipate ufadhili kutokana na utata kuhusu ni serikali ipi inafaa
kuzishughulikia.

Shughuli hizi zitajumuisha kilimo ambapo zitahakikisha maendeleo ya mimea, mifugo na uvuvi.
Serikali za kaunti pia zitashughulikia huduma za afya kuhakikisha kuna dawa na vifaa vya kutosha
katika hospitali. Uhifadhi wa mazingira na tamaduni za kijamii kama vile makavazi maktaba na

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majumba ya burudani vilevile yatakuwa chini ya usimamizi wa kaunti. Serikali hizo pia zitasimamia
maswala ya uchukuzi kwa kushughulikia ukarabati wa barabara, taa za kudhibiti msongamano wa
magari na bandari.

Kulingana na taarifa iliyochapishwa kwenye vyombo vya habari, serikali hizo pia zitashughulikia
maendeleo na vyama vya ushirika. Serikali za kaunti zitajihusisha na kudhibiti mipaka na matumizi
ya kawi, elimu ya chekechea na vyuo vya ufundi katika ngazi za vijijini. Taarifa hiyo ilisema,
halmashauri hiyo ilisema kuwa serikali hizo zitasimamia uhifadhi wa msitu, ardhi, huduma za maji,
kupambana na mikasa ya moto, dawa za kulevya na picha za ngono. Taarifa hiyo iliyotiwa sahihi na
mwenyekiti wa Halmashauri ya Mpwito ilisema pia serikali za kaunti zinapaswa kuhakikisha kuwa
umma umeshirikishwa katika usimamizi wa raslimali za vijiji.

Kulingana na kipengee cha 15 cha katiba ya Kenya, bunge la kitaifa katika muda usiopita miaka
mitatu kutoka siku ya uchaguzi linahitajika kuunda sheria kuhakikisha kuwa serikali za kaunti
zimepata uwezo wa kuendeleza shughuli zake. Aidha, kipengee cha 23 kuhusu ugatuzi kinahitajika ili
kuwezesha Halmashuri ya Mpwito kutambua shughuli zitakazotengewa serikali za kaunti kutoka
serikali kuu punde tu baada ya uchaguzi mkuu. Shughuli hizi zilitayarishwa kupitia kati ya sheria
nambari 16 ya 2013. Katiba katika kipengere cha 24 inatoa masharti ya kufuatwa kabla ya serikali za
kaunti kuanza rasmi shughuli zake za kutoa huduma kwa wananchi.

Maswali

a) Fupisha aya tatu za mwanzo. (maneno 40-45) (alama 6, mtiririko 1)

Matayarisho

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Jibu

b) Ni mambo yepi muhimu yanayozungumziwa katika aya mbili za mwisho.(maneno 65-70) (alama 9
mtiririko 1)
Matayarisho

Jibu

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3. MATUMIZI YA LUGHA (ALAMA 40)

a) Andika maneno yenye miundo ifuatayo: (alama 2)
i. Kipasuo hafifu cha kaakaa laini, irabu ya mbele-juu, kikwamizo hafifu cha ufizi, irabu ya
chini kati
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ii. Nazali ghuna ya mdomoni, nusu-irabu ghuna ya mdomoni, irabu ya mbele-wastani,
king’ong’o ghuna cha ufizi, kipasuo ghuna cha ufizi, irabu ya nyuma-wastani.
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b) Andika neno lililo na sauti mwambatano ya ufizi. (alama 1)

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c) Bainisha silabi zinazowekewa shadda katika maneno yafuatayo: (alama 2)

i. kimbilia
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d) Changanua sentensi ifuatayo kwa kutumia mishale. (alama 4)
Wanafunzi waliotia bidi masomoni walipata alama nzuri mno.
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e) Yakinisha sentensi ifuatayo. (alama 2)
Sitakununulia nguo wala kukutembeza mjini.
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f) Ainisha mofimu zifuatazo: (alama 2)
i. karatasi
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ii. watoto

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g) Akifisha sentensi ifuatayo. (alama 2)
lo umewezaje kuubeba mzigo mzito hivyo peke yako
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h) Ainisha virai katika sentensi ifuatayo: (alama 3)
Maua haya yalikuwa yametupwa kando ya barabara.
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i) Andika sentensi ifuatayo katika wakati ujao hali ya mazoea: (alama 1)
Nguo nyingi zimepigwa pasi.
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j) Geuza sentensi ifuatayo katika hali ya ukubwa wingi. (alama 2)

Nguo ambayo inauzwa kwenye duka hilo inavutia.

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k) Andika sentensi zifuatazo upya kulingana na maagizo:

(i) Kaimosi aliwalea wana wa Rotich. (Anza kwa: Wana wa Rotich…) (alama 1)

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(ii) Uaminifu wa mtu humfanya aheshimiwe. (Badilisha nomino iliyopigwa mstari kuwa kivumishi)
(alama 1)

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(iii) Beko, Asua na Mwaliko ndio walioibuka kidedea mbioni. (Tumia kiwakilishi nafsi badala ya
maneno yaliyokolezwa wino) (alama 1)

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(iv) Suleiman alimuua simba. Atamuua paka pia. (Unganisha kuwa sentensi moja yenye kiunganishi
cha ulinganisho). (alama 1)

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l) Nomino zifuatazo zimo katika ngeli gani? (alama 2)
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2) mbambakofi
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m) Andika kinyume cha sentensi ifuatayo. (alama 2)
Amina alikiri kwamba alianua nguo.

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n) Bainisha maana mbili zinazojitokeza katika sentensi ifuatayo: (alama 2)
Mwaliko alimrushia mpira.
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o) Bainisha matumizi ya viambishi vilivyopigiwa mstari. (alama 2)

Mwalimu alikuita ofisini umweleze ilikoweka kijitabu chake.

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p) Andika sentensi ifuatayo katika wingi: (alama 2)
Mhunzi alilainisha bati hilo akanitengenezea meza.
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q) Andika sentensi ifuatayo katika usemi wa taarifa. (alama 2)

“Kusoma kwa mapana kutapalilia ubunifu wa wanafunzi hawa wenu,” mwalimu akatuambia.
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r) Bainisha yambwa katika sentensi ifuatayo (alama 2)

Mamamkwe alijengewa nyumba kubwa na mwanawe.
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s) Majoka ana mahasidi wengi kwa sababu anawakosea. Hata hivyo yeye hapendi kukosewa hata
chembe.
Andika methali inayoweza kutumiwa kueleza hali hii. (alama 1)
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4. ISIMUJAMII (ALAMA 10)

Soma makala haya kisha ujibu maswali.

Kitabu cha Suleimani sura ya 2 mlango wa 10 kinatwambia, “Naye Suleimani akadhihirisha

busara kwa wanawake wale.” Hivyo basi Biblia inatushauri tuwe watu wenye busara. Hebu na
tuweze kunyenyekea mbele ya Mwenyezi Mungu and the blessings will trickle down upon us.
Licha ya kupitia magumu duniani, utapata uzima wa milele…Roho wa uaskini ishindwe! Roho ya
magonjwa ishindwe! Roho ya uzinzi naikemea! … Ahsante Bwana! Ahsante Bwana!

a) Tambua sajili hii (alama 1)

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b) Fafanua sifa tisa za sajili uliyotaja hapo juu kama zinavyojitokeza katika makala haya.
(alama 9)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

JINA……………………………………….………….. NAMBARI YA MTAHINIWA…............…

SAHIHI………………………TAREHE………………………..DARASA…………………………

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KIDATO CHA NNE
KARATASI YA TATU
FASIHI

MAAGIZO:
a) Andika jina lako na nambari yako ya usajili katika nafasi ulizoachiwa hapo juu
b) Tia sahihi kisha uandike tarehe
c) Jibu maswali manne pekee
d) Swali la kwanza ni la lazima
e) Maswali hayo mengine matatu yachaguliwe kutoka sehemu nne zilizobaki yaani Riwaya,
Tamthilia,Ushairi na Hadithi Fupi
f) Usijibu maswali mawili kutoka sehemu moja
g) Majibu yote lazima yaandikwe kwa lugha ya Kiswahili

KWA MATUMIZI YA MTAHINI PEKEE

Swali Upeo Alama
1 20
20
20
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SEHEMU A:
FASIHI SIMULIZI
1. LAZIMA
Soma kifungu hiki kisha ujibu maswali
Lala mtoto lala*2
Mama atakuja lala
Alienda sokoni lala
Aje na ndizi lala
Na maziwa ya mtoto lala
Kukupa kwangu wewe kinofu
Kipenzi mwana lala*2

Lala mtoto lala*2

Basi kipenzi lala
Baba atakuja lala
Aje na mkate lala
Mkate wa mtoto lala
Tanona ja ndovu lala

Maswali
a) Huku ukithibitisha jibu lako eleza huu ni wimbo wa aina gani? (alama 2)
b) Eleza sifa za wimbo wa aina hii. (alama 5)
c) Onyesha umuhimu wa wimbo huu. (alama 4)
d) Eleza ni shughuli gani za kiuchumi ambazo jamii hii inajihusisha nayo katika wimbo huu.
(alama2)
e) Tambua mbinu zozote mbili za lugha zilizotumika katika wimbo huu. (alama 2)
f) Fafanua changamoto tano ambazo mtafiti anaweza kumbana nazo akiwa nyanjani. (alama
5)
SEHEMU YA B:
RIWAYA- NGUU ZA JADI
Jibu swali la 2 au 3
2. Hivyo, alitaka kubadili hali hata kama ilimaanisha kukitia kichwa chake kinywani mwa simba. Alitaka
kuliokoa jahazi lililokuwa likielekea mwambani kwa kasi. Lakini angeliweza vipi kupambana na utandu wa
mahasidi hao?.

(a) Eleza mbinu nne za kimtindo zinazojitokeza katika dondoo hili (alama 4)

(b) Eleza sababu za msemaji kutaka kufaulisha kauli iloyopigiwa mstari (alama 10)

(c) Eleza umuhimu wa mrejelewa katika kuijenga riwaya hii (alama 6)

au
3. Dunia yote inajua aliyemsaliti Yesu Kristo. Unajua mtu huyo aliishia wapi?
a) Fafanua muktadha wa dondoo hili (alama 4)
b) Tambua mbinu mbili za kimtindo zinazojitokeza katika dondoo hili. (alama 4)
c) Fafanua namna wahusika walivyowaendea kinyume wenzao katika riwaya ya
Nguu za Jadi. (alama 12)

SEHEMU C: TAMTHILIA;
BEMBEA YA MAISHA – TIMOTHY M. AREGE
Jibu Swali la 4 au 5.
4. “Huku ndiko kuvumilia hasa. Tazama faraja ilivyoalika sasa”
a) Weka dondoo hili katika muktadha. (alama 4)
b) Eleza sifa za msemaji katika dondoo. (alama 6)
c) Onyesha jinsi faraja ilivyoalika katika maisha ya msemewa kwa kurejelea tamthilia ya: Bembea ya Maisha.
(alama 10)
AU
5.(a) Changanua mtindo katika kifungu kifuatacho. (alama 10)

Maskini mke wangu! Kumbe ugonjwa haukumsaza mwaka baada ya mwaka. Umemla bila huruma. Awali
niliona kama mchezo. Kumbe ilikuwa kweli! Kauli yake ninaona imesimama. Ni mwele hakika. Laiti ningejua,
jana ningeishi tofauti. Silesi zetu za maisha tungezila zilivyokuja kwa furaha. (Kimya). Siku hazigandi wala jana
hairudi. Sasa jana imebaki kuwa kumbukizi baada ya kusombwa na wakati mfano wa mafuriko msimu wa
masika. (Kimya). Kwa bahati nzuri bado tupo. Ninaweza kuiachia dunia tabasamu iwe silesi kwa vizazi vijavyo
na kila mwenye nia njema. (Kimya). Siwezi kuendelea kuishi hivi. Sasa nimekata shauri. Lazima niache njia ya
zamani na kuifuata mpya. Maisha mapya. Pombe! (kama anayeisemea pombe). Umenichezesha kama
mwanasesere kwa muda mrefu. Umeninyima fursa ya kuielewa familia yangu. Hapana! Siku zangu za uzeeni
lazima nizitumie kumwangalia mke wangu mgonjwa. Lazima nimshukuru kwa vitendo kwa jinsi alivyojitolea
kuijenga familia yetu. (anapunga mkono.) Kwaheri pombe. Buriani.

b) Bainisha toni ya dondoo hili. (alama 2)

c) Fafanua umuhimu wa msemaji wa maneno haya katika kuijenga tamthilia nzima. (alama 8)

SEHEMU YA D
USHAIRI
Jibu swali la 6 au la 7.
6. Soma shairi lifuatalo kisha ujibu maswali:
Binadamu hatosheki, ni kiumbe chenye zani, kweli mja hapendeki,
Kwa kweli haaminiki, hila ameficha ndani, la wazi ni unafiki
Ukweliwe haafiki, njama zake zi moyoni, usimwone ni rafiki
Mtu kuwa na tamaa, akitaka kiso chake, ni hatari kama nyoka.

Wengine watakuua, wakiona una pesa, hata zikiwa kidogo,

Hizo kwao ni maua, hupupiwa zikatesa, wakazifuata nyago,
Hadi kwenye wao ua, pasipo hata kupesa, wala kukupa kisogo,
Mtu kuwa na tamaa, akitaka kiso chake, ni hatari kama nyoka

Pindi kinunua kitu, hafurai Shaitani, bali tajawa chukizo,

Mtu kiwa mtukutu, tanunua mtimani, kwalo lako tekelezo,
Tamko lake ‘Subutu’, kuondoa tumaini, na kukuulia wazo,
Mtu kuwa na tamaa, akitaka kiso chake, ni hatari kama nyoka,

Aliye na taraghani, taabu kuishi naye, kazi yake kujidai,

Takusema faraghani, asosema kiwa naye, kupendeza maadui,
Hana faida nyumbani, ni mtu akuchimbaye, mradi usitumai,
Mtu kuwa na tamaa, akitaka kiso chake, ni hatari kama nyoka,

Kwa hakika ni balaa, kumkirimu mchawi, aliejaa uchoyo,

Bahati ina hadaa, kukupa alo sadawi, aibatili rohoyo
Mipangoyo kwake jaa, na nia ya ustawi, huwiza vunja kaniyo,
Mtu kuwa na tamaa, akitaka kiso chake, ni hatari kama nyoka

Ninacho change killo, ninalia sanasana, kinyesi nimetupiwa,

Ningetoa azimio, lakini uwezo sina, kwa matatizo kuambiwa,
Ama nitumie mbio, fuadi ninanena, akilini nazuiwa,
Mtu kuwa na tamaa, akitaka kiso chake, ni hatari kama nyoka.

MASWALI:
a) Lipe shairi hili anwani mwafaka. (alama 1)
b) Fafanua mambo matatu ambayo nafsineni analalamikia. (alama 3)
c) Ainisha shairi hili kwa kuzingatia vigezo vifuatavyo. (alama 3)
(i) Idadi ya vipande katika kila mshororo
(ii) Mpangilio wa vina katika kila ubeti
(iii) Idadi ya mishororo katika kila ubeti
d) Andika ubeti wa nne katika lugha nathari. (alama 4)
e) Bainisha tamathali mbili za usemi zilizotumiwa katika shairi hili. (alama 2)
f) Huku ukitoa mifano, onyesha mbinu mbili alizotumia mshairi kutosheleza mahitaji ya kiarudhi.
(alama 2)
g) Andika aina mbili za urudiaji zilizotumiwa katika shairi hili. (alama 2)
h) Fafanua muundo wa ubeti wa tano. (alama 3)
AU
7. Soma shairi lifuatalo kisha ujibu maswali.

Na ujenge nyumba yako, jingi jasho likuoshe,

Ufyeke, upime na uweke nguzo,

Kisha paa uweke na ukandike,

Siku nyingi bila kuingiliwa na mgeni hutakaa.

Wataanza kutalii mpaka mende usiku,

Nje na ndani ya nyumba watazunguka,

Bila woga, bila ruhusa ulichonacho watakula,

Masalia yatakuwa yako, ijara ya kaziyo.

Na nyingi dawa uweke, nyumba nzima uihame,

Ukae nje nzima siku usubiri,

Wazima wamelala ukirudi usiku,

Vichwa vigumu hawafi mende rahisi.

Kifo cha mende sharti miguu juu

Kichwa ukikanyage kipasuke usikie,

Na kisha wengine usiku mchana uwasake.

Mpaka watakapokwisha. Usiseme nao.

Maswali

(i) Hili ni shairi la aina gani? (alama 1)

(ii) Eleza muundo wa shairi hili (alama 3)

iii) Eleza jinsi mshairi alivyoutumia uhuru wake katika utunzi wa shairi hili. (alama 4)

iv)Taja mbinu mbili za lugha alizotumia mshairi na uzitolee mifano. (alama 4)

v)Andika ubeti wa tatu kwa lugha nathari. (alama 4)

vi)Eleza ujumbe wa mshairi. (alama 2)

vii)Toa mfano mmoja wa mshororo mshata. (alama 1)

viii)Kichwa gani kinaliafiki shairi hili? (alama 1)

SEHEMU E:
HADITHI FUPI
Mapambazuko ya Machweo na Hadithi Nyingine.
8. Harubu ya maisha Paul Nganga Mutua
“Naja. Nakamilisha shughuli ndogo hapa kisha nianze safari…”
(a) Weka dondoo hili katika muktadha wake (alama 4)
(b) Eleza sifa sita za msemaji wa kauli hii (alama 6)
(c) Jadili changamoto wanazokumbana nazo waajiriwa kwa kurejelea hadithi hii. (alama10)
M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

Name: ...................................................................................... Adm No: ....................................................

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MATHEMATICS

Paper 1
END TERM 1 2025
2½ hours
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.)

Instructions to candidates

(a) Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above.
(b) Sign and write the date of the examination in the spaces provided above.
(c) This paper consists of TWO sections: Section I and Section II.
(d) Answer ALL the questions in Section I and only Five from Section II.
(e) All answers and working must be written on the question paper in the spaces provided below each question.
(f) Show all the steps in your calculations, giving your answers at each stage in the spaces below each
question.
(g) Marks may be given for correct working even if the answer is wrong.
(h) Non – programmable silent electronic calculators and KNEC Mathematical tables may be used except
where stated otherwise.
(i) This paper consists of 15 printed pages.
(j) Candidates should check the question papers to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that
no questions are missing.

For Examiner’s Use Only Section I

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Total

Section II

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Total Grand
Total
SECTION I (50 MARKS)

Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.

1. Evaluate: (3 marks)

2. The difference between the eighth term and the fourth term of an arithmetic progression is 24. The first term
exceeds the common difference by 2. Find the sum of the first ten terms of the series.
(3mks)

3. Find the value of x if (3 Marks)

𝑥+7 4 −3𝑥
27
( ) = ( )
8 9
4. Three sirens wail at intervals of thirty minutes, fifty minutes and thirty minutes. If they wail together at 7.18 a.m.
on Monday, what time and day will they wail together? (3 Marks)

5. Given that and θ is an acute angle, calculate the value of (3 marks)

6. A circle centre O has the equation ² + y² = 4. The area of the circle in the first quadrant is divided into 5 vertical
strips each of width 0.4cm.

(a) Use the equation of the circle to complete the table below for values of

y correct to 2d.p..

 0 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.6 2.0

y 2.00 1.60 0 (1 mark)
(b) Use the trapezoidal rule to estimate the area of the circle. (3 marks)
7. Mr. Maina’s piece of land is in a form of triangle whose dimensions are 1200m, 1800m and 1500m
respectively. Find the largest angle between two sides of this land. (Give your answer to the nearest degree).
(3 marks)

8. A cylinder of radius 14cm contains water. A metal solid cone of base radius 7cm and height 18cm is submerged
into the water. Find the change in height of the water level in cylinder. (3 Marks)

9. Simplify the following. (3 Marks)

2𝑥−4 1
-
12−3𝑥2 3𝑥+6
10. A man on top of a tower 300m sees two cars P and Q on a straight level road.
The angle of depression of P was 48° and that of Q was 28°. Calculate the

distance between the two cars. (Give your answer to 2d.p.). (3 marks)

11. The line which joins the point A (3, K) and B (-2, 5) is parallel to the line whose equation is 5y + 2x – 7=0. Find the
value of K. (3 Marks)

12. Solve for  and y in the simultaneous equation. (3 marks)

32 x 3y = 27

2 - y x 2 = 32
13. The diagram below represents a right pyramid on a square base of side 3cm. The slant edge of the pyramid is 4cm.
V

4cm
C
D

a. 3cm B
(a) Draw a labelled net of the pyramid (3 Marks)

(b) On the net drawn, measure the height of a triangular face from the top of the pyramid. (1 Mark)

14. Given the column vectors.

express as a column vector and hence calculate its magnitude to 3 significant
figures. (3 marks

15. In the figure below PQR is the diameter of the circle center O. Angle QPR = 20° and angle QRT = 80°.
Determine the size of:
a) Reflex angle POS (3 Marks)

16. In the figure below AB // PQ. PB and AQ meet at X. Given that PQ = 15,
AB = 2.5 and AQ = 10.5cm, find AX. (3 marks)
SECTION II (50 MARKS)

Answer only five questions in this section in the spaces provided.

17. Using a ruler and a pair of compasses only.

(i) Construct line AB = 6cm. (1 mark)

(ii) Construct triangle DAB where angle DAB = 75° and AB = BD. (2 marks)

(iii) Complete the parallelogram ABCD. (1 mark)

(iv) Drop a perpendicular from A to BD and hence find the area of the parallelogram. (3 marks)

(v) Construct a circle to touch line BC, AB produced and DC produced. Measure its radius.
(3 marks)
18. The diagram below which is not drawn to scale, shows an isosceles triangle XYZ in which XY=XZ. The

Coordinates of x and y are (5, 6) and (0, -4) respectively.

Given that the equation of line YZ is y=3/4x – 4 and that the perpendicular bisector of YZ dropped from X to meet YZ at
D,

find.

(i) The equation of XD (2 marks)

(ii) The coordinate of D (2 marks)

(iii) The coordinates of Z (2 marks)

(iv) The area of triangle XYZ (4 marks)

19. Triangle PQR has vertices at P (2,3), Q (1,2) and R (4,1), while triangle PIQIRI

Has vertices PI (-2,3), QI (-1,2), RI (-4,1)

(a) (i) Draw triangle PQR and PIQIRI on the grid provided. (2 Marks)

(ii) Describe fully a single transformation which maps triangle PQR onto triangle PIQIRI. (1 Mark)
II II II
(b) (i) On the same grid, draw triangle P Q R the image of PQR under a reflection on the line y + x =0 (2 Marks)
(ii) Describe fully a single transformation which maps triangle PIIQIIRII onto triangle PIQIRI (1 Mark)
III III III II II II
(iii)Draw triangle P Q R the image of P Q R after enlargement scale factor -2 center (0,0) . ( 4 Marks)
20. The following distribution shows the marks obtained by 82 students in a Mathematics test.
Marks 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-79 80-89
Frequency 3 18 13 14 17 12 5
(a) State the modal class. (1 Mark)

(b) Calculate to 2 decimal places:

(i) the mean mark (3Marks)

(ii) the difference between the median and the mean marks. (3 Marks)

(c) Represent the above data in a histogram (3 marks)

21. Nairobi and Eldoret are each 250km from Nakuru. At 8;15am a lorry leaves Nakuru for Nairobi. At 9:30am a car
leaves Eldoret for Nairobi along the same route at 100km/h. Both vehicles arrive at the same time.
(a) Calculate their time of arrival in Nairobi (2 Marks)

(b) Find the cars speed relative to that of the lorry. (4 Marks)

(c) How far apart are the vehicles at 12:45 pm. (4 Marks)
22. John bought 3 brands of tea; A, B and C. The cost price of the three brands were Sh. 25, Sh. 30 and Sh. 45 per
kilogram respectively. He mixed the three brands in the ratio 5:2:1 respectively. After selling the mixture, he
made a profit of 20%.
(a) How much profit did he make per kilogram of the mixture? (4 Marks)

(b) After one year the cost price of each brand was increased by 10%.
(i) For how much did he sell one kilogram of the mixture to make a profit of 15%?
(Give your answer to the nearest 5 cents) (3 Marks)

(ii) What would have been his percentage profit if he sold one kilogram of the mixture at Sh. 45.
(3 Marks)
23. P, Q and R are three villages such that PQ = 10km, QR = 8km and PR = 4km are connecting roads.
(a) Using a scale of 1cm to represent 1km, locate the relative positions of the three villages. (2 Marks)

(b) A water tank T is to be located at a point equidistant from the three villages. By construction locate water
tank T and measure its distance from R. (2 Marks)

(d) Determine the area enclosed by the roads PQ, QR and PR by calculation. (3 Marks)
24. Kiptoo owns a farm that is triangular in shape as shown below.

250m 440m

A 320m B

a. Calculate the size of angle BAC (2 Marks)

b. Find the area of the farm in hectares (3 Marks)

c. Kiptoo wishes to irrigate his farm using a sprinkler machine situated in the farm such that it is equidistant
from points A, B and C.
(i) Calculate the distance of the sprinkler from point C. (2 Marks)

(ii) The sprinkler rotates in a circular motion so that the maximum point reached by the water jets is the vertices A, B
and C. Calculate the area outside his farm that will be irrigated. (3 Marks)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

NAME………………………..…………………………CLASS …………..ADM NO: ……………

DATE…………………………. SIGN…………………………..

121/2
MATHEMATICS
MARCH, 2025
PAPER 2
TIME: 2½ HOURS

FORM 4 TERM 1 2025 MATHEMATICS PAPER 2

 Write your name & adm number in the spaces provided at the top of this page.
 Sign and write the date of examination in spaces provided above.
 This paper consists of TWO sections: Section I and Section II.
 Answer ALL the questions in Section I and any five questions from Section II.
 Answers and working 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.
 Non-programmable silent electronic calculators and KNEC Mathematical tables may be used,
except where stated otherwise

FOR EXAMINER’S 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

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 TOTAL

This paper consists in 14 printed pages. Candidates should ensure that all the pages are printed as
indicated and that no question is missing.

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SECTION I (50 marks)

Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.

1. A merchant blends 350kg of tea costing sh.84 per kg with 140kg of tea costing sh. 105 per kg. at what
price must he sell the mixture to gain 25%. (3 marks)

2. Given expression ax2- 30x +9 is a perfect square where a is a constant . Find the value of a.
(3 marks)

4 √5
3. Simplify 3+√5 − 3−√5 giving your answer in the form a + b√c where a, b and c are real numbers.
(3 marks)

5𝑥 2
4. T is a transformation represented by the matrix ( ) under T, a square whose area is 10 cm2 is
−3 𝑥
mapped onto a square of area 110 cm2 . Find the possible values of x.(3 marks)

5. (a) Write the expansion of (2 − 𝑥 )5 (1 mark)

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(b) Hence use the first 4 terms of the expansions to find the value of (1.96)5 (2 marks)

6. Make r the subject of the formula (3 marks)

rq
p3
r

7. On the grid provided below, draw the circle whose equation is 2𝑥 2 + 2𝑦 2 + 8𝑥 − 10 = 0.

(4 marks)

8. Mrs. Teddy wants to buy a flat screen television set on hire purchase. The cash price is ksh. 28000. She
can pay the cash price or make a downpayment of ksh. 8000 and 15 monthly installments of ksh. 2000
each. Calculate the rate of compound interest charged per month. Correct to four significant figures.
(3 marks)

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9. The length of a rectangle is 8.3cm and its width is exactly 5.45cm. Calculate the percentage error in its
area. Correct to four significant figures. (3 marks)

10. The position vectors of points X and Y are 3𝐣 − 𝐢 − 4𝐤 and 8𝐢 − 6𝐣 + 6𝐤 respectively. If z divides line
⃗⃗⃗⃗ externally the ratio 2: 3, find the coordinates of Z
XY (3 marks)

11. Evaluate without using Mathematical tables or a calculator. (3 marks)

1
2 log 5 − 2 log 16 + log 402

12. Chord WX and YZ intersect externally at Q. The secant WQ =11cm and QX =6cm while
ZQ=4cm
W
5cm
X
6cm
Z 4cm
Y Q

a) Calculate the length of chord YZ (2 marks)

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b) Find the length of the tangent SQ (2 marks)

13. A quantity P is partly constant and partly varies inversely as the square of T. P = 29 when T = 6 and P =
18 when T = 5. Find T when P = 9. (3 marks)

1
14. Tractor A can till a piece of land in 4 2 hours while tractor B can till the same piece of land in 6 hours.
The two tractors started to till the piece of land together at 7: 00 a. m. After 40 minutes, tractor A broke
down leaving tractor B to till the remaining piece of land. Determine the time of the day tractor B
completed the work. (4 marks)

15. The data below shows marks scored in an English test. 30, 42, 81, 62, 56, 72 and 51. Find the quartile
deviation. (3 marks)

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16. The table below represents a relationship between two variables x and y.
x 1 2 3 4 5 6
y 3.5 4.5 8.0 8.5 11 13
(a) On the grid provided, draw the line of best fit. (2 marks)

(b) Use the graph to find the value of y when x = 0. (1 mark)

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SECTION II (50 marks)
Answer only five questions from this section in the spaces provided.
17. The table below shows the income tax rates for a certain year.

Monthly taxable income in Ksh. Tax rate percentage (%) I shillings

1 – 11180 10%
11181 – 21714 15%
21715 – 32248 20%
32249 – 42782 25%
Over 42782 30%
Karanja earned a monthly salary of Ksh. 38,400. Her allowances p.m were, house allowance ksh.
6,600, medical allowances ksh. 4,200 and commuter allowance ksh. 1,800.

a) Calculate

i. Karanja’s monthly taxable income. (1 mark)

ii. Total tax charged on Karanja’s monthly income. (4 marks)

b) His personal relief p.m is ksh.1, 620. Determine his net tax p.m. (2 marks)

c) Deductions per month included NHIF ksh. 480, NSSF ksh. 960, cooperative loan ksh. 4,800.
Determine his net earnings per month. (3 marks)

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𝟏
18. The probability that a boy goes to school by bus is 𝟑 and by matatu is ½. If he uses a bus the probability
𝟏 𝟑
that he is late to school is 𝟓 and if he uses a matatu the probability of being late is 𝟏𝟎. If he uses other
𝟏
means of transport, the probability of being late is 𝟐𝟎. What is he probability that;
(a) He will be late to school (2 marks)

(b) He will not be late to school (3 marks)

(c)He will be late to school if he does not use a matatu (3 marks)

(d) He neither uses a bus nor matatu but arrives to school early. (2 marks)

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19. The following are marks by form four students in a mathematics test.

Marks 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-79 80-89 90-99
Using an
Frequency 2 6 10 16 24 20 12 8 2
assumed mean
of 54.5,
calculate the

(a) Mean mark (4 marks)

(b) Variance (4 marks)

(c) Standard deviation (2 marks)

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20. (a) Complete the table below for the function y = sin 2x and y = 3 cos x for
−180° ≤ x ≤ 180° (2 marks)
x° −180° −150° −120° −90° −60° −30° 0 30° 60° 90° 120° 150° 180°
sin 2𝑥 0 0 −0.87 0.87 0 0
3 cos 𝑥 −3 −2.6 0 2.6 −1.5

(b) On the same axes, draw the graph of y = sin 2𝑥 and y = 3 cos 𝑥 for the range −180° ≤ x ≤
180° (5 marks)

(c) Use the graph in (b) above to find:

(i) the value of 𝑥 such that 3 cos 𝑥 − sin 2𝑥 = 0. (1 mark)

(ii) the difference in value of y when x = 45°. (1 mark)

(iii) Range of values of 𝑥 such that 3 cos 𝑥 > 1.5. (1 mark)

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21. In the figure below, O is the centre of the circle, ADO=390, OBC=330 and ECD=450. EC is a
tangent to the circle at C.

(a) Calculate, giving reasons

(i) CDE (3 marks)

(ii) DEC (2 marks)

(iii) Reflex BOD (2 marks)

(b) Given that EC=7 cm and DE = 5 cm, calculate the length of AD correct to 4 significant figures.
(3 marks)

22. The vertices of a square PQRS are P(1,1), Q(1,3), R(3,3) and S(3,1). The vertices of its image
under a transformation T are P1 (1, −2), Q1 (1, −6), R1 (3, , −6) and S1 (3, −2).
(a) On the grid provided, draw PQRS and its image P1 Q1 R1 S1 under T. (2 marks)

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(b) Describe fully the transformation T. (3 marks)

(c) Determine the matrix of transformation represented by T. (2 marks)

(d) On the same grid in (a) above, draw the image of the square PQRS under shear with line y =
−1 invariant and R(3,3) is mapped onto R11 (−5,3). (3 marks)

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23. (a) In a geometrical progression the sum of the second and third term is 12 and the sum of the third and
fourth terms is −36. Find the first term and the common ratio. (4 marks)

(b) In an arithmetic progression the 12th term is 25 and the 7th term is three times the second term, find;

i) The first term and the common difference (4 marks)

ii) The sum of the first 10 terms of the arithmetic progression. (2 marks)

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24. In the triangle PQR below L and M are points on PQ and QR respectively such that PL: LQ =
1:3 and QM: MR = 1:2, PM and RL intersect at X. Given that PQ = b and PR=c,
P

L
x

Q R
M
a. Express the following vectors in terms of b and c.
i. QR (1mark)

ii. PM (1mark)

iii. RL (1mark)

b. By taking PX = hPM and RX = kRL where handk are constants find two expressions of PX
in terms of h, k, b and c. Hence determine the values of the constants h and k.
(6marks)

c. Determine the ratio LX : XR (1mark)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

PHYSICS (232/1) PAPER 1

FORM FOUR (4)

Time: 𝟐 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔

Name: …………………………………………………………. Adm No:……….

School: ………………………………………………………..Class: ……………

Instructions to candidates

 This paper consists of two sections A and B.

 Answer all the questions in the two sections in the spaces provided after each question.
 All working must be clearly shown.
 Electronic calculators and mathematical tables may be used.
 All numerical answers should be expressed in the decimal notations.
 You may use ‘gravitational acceleration, g, as 10m/s 2

For Examiner use only

SECTION QUESTION MAX CANDIDATE’S
MARKS SCORE

A 1 – 10 25
11 13

B 12 8

13 9

14 8

15 11

16 6

TOTAL 80

This paper consists of 11 printed pages. Candidates should check to ascertain that all
pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
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SECTION A: (25 MARKS) ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
1. The figure below shows part of a vernier callipers when the jaws are closed without an
object in between the jaws.

a)State the zero error of the vernier callipers. (1mark)

b) A student used the same vernier calipers to measure the diameter of a test tube
of actual diameter 2.15cm. What was the reading shown by the vernier
callipers?
(2marks)

2. State three factors that affect the proportionality constant of a helical spring. (3marks)

3. a) State pressure law. (1mark)

b) Air is compressed at a constant temperature until its pressure rises from 82cmHg to
140cmHg. If the initial volume of air is 85cm3, find the final volume of air.
(3marks)

4. It is not correct to quote weight of an object in kilogram. Explain (1mark)

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5. A metre rule of negligible weight has 40g and 60g masses suspended at ends of the
ruler. What position must the ruler be supported so that it balances horizontally
(4mks)

6. Figure below shows the arrangement of molecules in the three states of matter

a) Name the process represented by the arrow (1mark)

b) State the reason for the arrangement of molecules in state 3 (1mark)

7. Describe an experiment which you can perform to determine the volume of a stone
using the following apparatus; measuring cylinder, water, string and stone.
(3mks)

8. The shelves in a refrigerator are made of metal gauze instead of metal plates. Why ?
(1 mark)

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9. On the axes provided sketch density-temperature graph when water is heated from a
temperature of 0oC to 10oC (2 marks)

Density g/cm3

Temperature
°C

10. Figure below shows parts A, B and C of a non-uniform glass tube

State with reason the part of the tube where the pressure will be lowest when air is blown through
the tube from A to C (2marks)

SECTION B:(55 MARKS) ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION

11. The figure below shows a ball of mass 50kg being thrown from a top of wall 20m
high with a horizontal velocity of 20m/s. It struck the piston A of hydraulic lift and
no water splashed out. The other piston B had a weight of 25200N placed on it.
Assuming the tap was opened at the time the ball struck the piston A.

Ball
20ms-1
20m A=50cm2 B
25200N

Tap Water

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Determine :
i) The time taken by the ball to strike the surface of piston A (3 marks)

ii) The distance from the foot of the wall to where it hit piston A (2 marks)

iii)The vertical velocity with which the ball struck piston A (2 marks)

iv) The force with which the ball struck piston A (3 marks)

v) The area of piston B if the load on the piston B did not move and that the two
pistons were initially at the same level. (3 marks)

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12. a) State the Archimedes Principle. (1 mark)

(b) The figure below shows rectangular block of height 4cm floating
vertically in a beaker containing two immiscible liquid A and B. The densities of the
liquids are 8000 kg/m³ and 12,000kg/m³ respectively.

The cross sectional area of the block is 2cm².Determine.

(i) the weight of the liquid A displaced by the block. (2 marks)

(ii) the weight of the liquid B displaced by the block. (2 marks)

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(iii) the mass of the block. (1 mark)

(iv) the density of the block. (2 marks)

13. (a) (i) What is meant by perfectly inelastic collision. (1 mark)

(ii) A minibus of mass 1600kg travelling at a constant velocity of

20m/s collides with a stationary car of mass 800kg. The impact
takes 2 seconds before the two moves together and come to rest
after 15 seconds. Determine.
(a) The common velocity. (3marks)

(b) The distance moved after the impact. (2 marks)

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(iii) The impulsive force. (3 marks)

14. (a)Sketch a block and tackle pulley system with three movable pulleys in the
lower block and two fixed pulleys in the upper block. (2mks)

(b) A man uses the inclined plane to lift a 50kg load through a vertical
height of 4.0m. The inclined plane makes an angle of 30 with the
horizontal. If the efficiency of the inclined plane is 80%, determine.

i. The effort needed to move the load up the inclined plane at a constant
velocity. (3 marks)

ii. The work done against friction in raising the load through the height of
4.0m. (Take g = 10N/kg). (3 marks)

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15. a) Define angular velocity. (1mk)

b) The moon goes round the earth at constant speed. Explain why it is true to
say that the moon is accelerating. (1 mark)

b) The diagram below shows an object of mass 2.0kg whirled in a vertical circle
of radius 0.8m at a uniform speed of 50ms-1.
A

O 2.0Kg
r=0.8m

Determine;
i) The centripetal force on the object. (3marks)

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ii) The tension in the string when the object is at A. (2marks)

iii) The tension in the string when the object is at B. (2marks)

c) The speed of rotation is gradually increased until the string snaps. At what
point is the string likely to snap? Explain. (2marks)

16. a) Define the term specific heat capacity. (1 mark)

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(b)200 g of ice at 0°C is added to 400g water in a well lagged calorimeter of
mass 40g.The initial temperature of the water was 40°C. If the final temperature of
the mixture is X°C,
(Specific latent of fusion of ice L = 3.36 x 105 Jkg-1, specific heat capacity ofwater,
c = 4200Jkg-1K-1, specific heat capacity of copper = 400 Jkg-1K-1.)

(i) Derive an expression for the amount of heat gained by ice to melt it and raise its
temperature to X°C (2mks)

(iii) Determine the value of X. (3mks)

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M.P. SHAH CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL

FORM 4 APRIL HOLIDAY SET 2

NAME: ………………………………………………ADM NO: …………CLASS…………

DATE: …..……………………………………………………

PHYSICS

Paper 2

Time 2 HOURS

Instructions to Students
 Write your name, admission number, class and date in the spaces provided at the top of
the page.
 This paper consists of two sections A and B.
 Answer all the questions in the two sections in the spaces provided after each question
 All working must be clearly shown.
 Electronic calculators, mathematical tables may be used.
 All numerical answers should be expressed in the decimal notations.
 This paper consists 12 printed pages. Candidates should check to ascertain that all
pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.

SECTION QUESTION MAX MARKS CANDIDATE’S

SCORE
A 1 – 13 25
B 14 13
15 11
16 14
17 11
18 06
TOTAL 80

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SECTION A: (25 MARKS)

1. Differentiate between primary and secondary cells (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………………………………………
…………………………..……
2. The diagram in figure 1 below shows the displacement against time for a wave whose wavelength is
4.0mm.

Determine the velocity of the wave. (3marks)

3. The figure below shows a thin wire connected to a charge generator and placed close to a candle
flame.

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Explain why the candle flame is deflected as shown. (2marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………….

4. The figure below shows a container loader which uses electromagnet to offload containers from
a ship.

(i) Why should the container be made of iron. (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) State two ways in which the loader can be made to lift a heavier container.

(2marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………

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5. The figure below shows an object O and its image I formed by a concave mirror. The diagram is
drawn to scale.

0 I

Using a suitable ray, determine the focal length (f) and the radius of curvature (r) of the mirror.
(3 marks)

f ……………… cm

r………………. cm

6. State two differences between pinhole camera and the human eye. (2 marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

7. Give a reason why soft iron is used as a core of the coil of an electric bell.
(1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………..

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8. State two factor that affects resistance of metal conductor other than temperature.
(2marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………….

9. Distinguish between a transverse and a longitudinal wave. (1marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

10. Give a reason why lecture theatre halls are covered with soft perforated materials.
(1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………

11. State one factor which does not change as water waves move from shallow to the deep end.
(1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………….

12. The figure below represents a ray of light falling normally on the curved surface of a semi-
circular plastic block at X, meeting the opposite face at an angle of incidence of 300 and emerging
into the air at an angle of 400.

Calculate refractive index of the plastic.

(3marks)

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13. The figure below shows two parallel magnets with unlike poles adjacent to each
other. Sketch the magnetic field pattern around the magnets. (2marks)

SECTION B: (55 MARKS)

14. a) Define a resistor. (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………

b)The figure below shows three resistors connected to 12v supply of internal resistance of 0.2Ω.

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Calculate

i) The effective resistance. (3 marks)

ii) The total current in the circuit. (2 marks)

iii) The current through the 4Ω resistance. (3 marks)

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c) If the current flows for 2 minutes calculate the total energy dissipated.
(2 marks)

d) State two applications of resistors in real life situation.

(2 marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………….

15.
a) Define the following terms.
i) Capacitor (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

ii) Capacitance (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

b) Three capacitors are connected to a 10v battery.

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Calculate

i) The effective capacitance (3 marks)

ii) The total charge (3 marks)

c) State three factors that determine the capacitance of a capacitor. (3 marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

16. (a) State two laws of refraction of light (2 marks)

(b) A student carried out and experiment on refraction of light incident on a glassblock. She
obtained the following values of i and r and proceeded to fill the corresponding columns of sine i
and sine r as shown below.

i R Sin i Sin r
20o 12.7 o 0.34 0.22
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30o 18.9 o 0.50 0.32
40o 25.0 o 0.64 0.42
50o 30.0 o 0.77 0.50
60o 34.0 o 0.87 0.56
70o 37.0 o 0.94 0.60

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She then drew the graph of sin i (y – axis) against sin r as shown in the figure below.

From the graph

(i) Determine the slope of the graph (3 marks)

(ii) State what the value in b(i) represent. (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………
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(iii) Use the results in b (i) to calculate the velocity of light in glass, given that
velocity of light in vacuum is 3.0 x 108 m/s. (3 marks)

400
AIR

Medium 1 N

240

Medium 2 260
N3

Calculate the refractive index of medium 2 relative to Medium 1 (1n2) (2 marks)

(d) A ray light is incident at right angles at the face AB, of a right-angled isosceles prism of
refractive index 1.6 as shown in the figure below.

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If the prism is surrounded by a liquid of refractive index 1.4. Determine:
(i) The angle of incidence on the face BC. (1 mark)

(ii) The angle of refraction on the face BC. (2 marks)

17. (a) Distinguish between principal focus and focal length of a concave lens. (1mark)

(b) Figure below shows sketches of a window frame and its image formed on a screen by a
convex lens.

Window frame 480mm image

160mm

600mm
200mm

(i) State the nature of the image formed. (2marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) Calculate the linear magnification of the image formed. (2marks)

(iii) The image of the frame was produced 500mm from the lens. Calculate the focal length
of the lens. (3 marks)

(c) A student finds that at a distance of 25 cm, the words in a book looked blurred.
(i) What eye defect does the student suffer from? (1mark)

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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………...

(ii) In which direction does he/she move the book to be able to see the words clearly
from the distance? (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………

(iii) Which lens can be used to correct the eye defect? (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

18. a) State one application of each of the following

(i) Convex mirror. (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) Parabolic mirror. (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) A small object is placed 15 cm in front of a convex mirror of focal length 10 cm.
Determine the position of the image. (3marks)

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Mp shah CHANIA high school

FORM 4 assignment
NAME………………………………………………………CLASS………ADM……………
…..

1.
a) Mention TWO types of rotors used on revolving field alternators.
(1mk)
b) An alternator is run at a speed of 400rpm to generate a voltage at 60Hz. Calculate
the number of pairs of poles.
(1mk)
c) Define armature reaction
(1mk)
State THREE ways used to reduce armature reaction
(3mks)
Define the term field excitation.
(1mk)
2.
a) A motor having armature winding resistance of 10Ω develops a current of 2.5A
when the terminals are connected to a voltage supply of 240V. calculate the back
emf developed by the motor.
(2mks)
b) Highlight FIVE possible causes of sparking and arcing at the brushes of a
generator. (5mks)

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