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In the novel TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, we see that many factors shape children's lives.

Write an essay in which you discuss how Boo's, Jem's and Scout's lives are shaped by different factors. In your essay, refer to specific incidents in the story.

You may consider the following ideas, among others:

• How parents shape their children's lives
• How society shapes children's lives
• How children shape their own lives

Length: 250–300 words

[Scout describes Atticus.]

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (2.2.2(a)–2.2.2(d)).

 Atticus is Scout and Jem's (a) … and (b) … is his brother. (c) … is Scout and Jem's aunt. Although Scout and Jem do not have a mother, (d) … is like a mother to them.

In the passage, Atticus is described as being different from many other fathers.

Explain, by providing TWO points, how Atticus is different from other fathers. Use your own words.

In lines 5–6 it is stated 'the school buzzed ... which was complimentary'.

(a) What do the words 'none of which was complimentary' tell you about the school children's attitude towards Tom Robinson? State TWO points.

(b) Atticus defends Tom Robinson in spite of opposition in Maycomb County. What TWO facts about Atticus are shown here?

In line 7, Scout refers to a 'policy of cowardice'.

Give TWO reasons why Scout views not being able to fight as a 'policy of cowardice'.

What does Scout mean by fighting anyone 'tooth and nail' in lines 10–11?

In lines 13–14, it is stated 'Atticus wasn't interested in guns ...'. However, later in the novel, Atticus uses a gun. What does he use it for?

In line 16, Atticus says, 'it's a sin to kill a mockingbird'.

Do you agree with Atticus that it is a sin to kill a mockingbird? Discuss your view.

Do you think Atticus was right in giving Jem and Scout air-rifles? Discuss your view.

[Scout and Dill meet Mr Dolphus Raymond outside the court.]

Dill is ...

Using THREE points, describe what leads to Dill and Scout meeting with Mr Dolphus Raymond.

In line 6, Dill accepts a drink from Mr Dolphus Raymond.

What TWO characteristics of Dill's are shown here?

In which TWO ways are Mr Dolphus Raymond and Atticus Finch similar?

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and give a reason for your answer.

Mr Dolphus Raymond drinks alcohol to escape from his problems.

Is Mr Dolphus Raymond a victim of racism? Give a reason for your answer.

What does this extract tell you about Mr Dolphus Raymond's attitude towards children?

State TWO points.

In your view, can Mr Dolphus Raymond be compared to a mockingbird? Give a reason for your answer.

Do you think Scout benefits in any way from meeting Mr Dolphus Raymond? Explain your answer.

In the novel LORD OF THE FLIES the 'beast' represents fear.

Write an essay in which you discuss how the boys' fears develop and get out of control.

In your essay you may consider the following ideas, among others:
• The fears of the littl'uns and the reactions of the boys to them
• The 'beast from the air' and the boys' reactions to Simon's discovery
• How fear of the 'beast' affects the boys' behaviour

Length: 250–300 words

Read the following extracts from the novel and answer the questions set on each. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.

NOTE: Answer the questions set on BOTH extracts, i.e. QUESTION 4.1 AND QUESTION 4.2.

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (4.2.2(a)–4.2.2(d)).

The (a) … boys gather wood to light a (b) … fire to attract passing (c) … with its (d) …

To whom does 'society' in line 1 refer?

In lines 2–3, the writer mentions 'The shameful knowledge ... to begin confession'.

Give TWO reasons why this knowledge is so 'shameful'.

In line 4, the writer mentions that Ralph turns 'crimson in the face'.

Which emotion causes Ralph to turn crimson?

In line 14 'Psss. Psss.' is an example of ...

Give TWO characteristics of Piggy's that we learn from the words 'labouring cautiously' in line 16.

Give TWO reasons why all the boys, 'took up the cry' in line 20.

In your opinion, should starting a fire on the island have been the most important concern? Discuss your view.

Do you agree that emergency situations, like the one mentioned in this extract, bring out the best in people? Discuss your view.

[Jack and his tribe attack Ralph's group.]

What is the 'wreckage' referred to in line 1?

In line 3 it is mentioned that Piggy's breathing is 'easier'. Give TWO possible reasons why Piggy was breathing with difficulty earlier.

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and give a reason for your answer.

The person that Ralph is referring to in lines 11–12 is one of the attackers.

Give TWO reasons why the boys have separated into two groups at this stage.

Explain why Jack's tribe does not take the conch.

The attackers steal Piggy's spectacles.

(a) What serious effects does this have later in the novel? State THREE points.

(b) Do you think it is fair that the hunters steal Piggy's spectacles? Discuss your view.

In your view, is Jack or Ralph a better leader? Give a reason for your answer.

Discuss your views on the qualities a good leader should have.

Many characters in the novel A GRAIN OF WHEAT experience suffering.

By referring to Gikonyo, Mumbi and Mugo, discuss the reasons for their suffering and how it affects them.

In your essay you may consider the following ideas, among others:
• Gikonyo's suffering and its consequences
• Mumbi's suffering and its outcome
• Mugo's suffering and how it affects him

Length: 250–300 words

[Mugo thinks about Kihika's speech.]

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (6.2.2(a)–6.2.2(d)).

In his speech, Kihika (a) … the people at Rungei Market. He starts by recalling the (b) … of Kenya and then continues by warning them that (c) … will be needed to gain their freedom. He is later (d) … by the British.

Mugo thinks that Kihika 'had spoken of blood as easily as if he was talking of drawing water in a river' (lines 5–6).

How does Kihika feel about violence? State TWO points.

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and quote ONE word from the extract to prove your answer.

Mugo hates violence.

Quote TWO separate words from this extract to show Mugo's negative feelings towards Kihika.

Mugo's and Kihika's characters differ. Write down ONE difference.

Do you think Kihika deserves to be called a hero? Discuss your view.

The Swahili proverb at the end of the passage is: 'That which bites you is in your clothes.'

How is this saying proved to be true by the way Kihika is killed?

Mugo and Kihika have different views on violence in the revolution. Whose view do you support? Discuss your view.

[Karanja thinks about a past event.]

Refer to the 'dog incident' in line 2.

Using THREE points, briefly describe what happened during this incident.

Explain why Karanja is so upset at the news of Thompson's return to England.

In line 5, Karanja experiences a 'sense of imminent betrayal'. In fact, he betrayed his own people.

Give TWO reasons why he decides to betray his people by joining the Homeguards.

In line 5, Karanja experiences a 'sense of imminent betrayal'. In fact, he betrayed his own people.

Give TWO reasons why he decides to betray his people by joining the Homeguards.

Karanja arrests a man for not paying taxes.

(a) Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence.

The arrest shows Karanja's ...

Karanja arrests a man for not paying taxes.

(b) What is the final outcome of this incident for Karanja?

What is Thompson's post in the colonial government?

Mumbi rejects Karanja. What TWO effects does this rejection have on him?

In this extract Karanja recalls being punished for something he was praised for earlier.

What does this tell you about the colonial government in Kenya?

Consider the novel as a whole.

Do you admire Karanja? Discuss your view.

Give your views on whether Mugo deserves to be executed for betraying Kihika.

In the play ROMEO AND JULIET both Romeo's and Juliet's lives are affected by other characters.

Write an essay showing how Romeo and Juliet are affected by the actions and advice of others.

In your answer, you may discuss the following ideas, among others:
• How Romeo and Juliet are affected by the actions of Mercutio and Tybalt
• How Juliet's parents and the Nurse influence her life
• How Friar Lawrence has an impact on Romeo's and Juliet's lives

Length: 250–300 words

[Tybalt has recognised Romeo at the Capulet ball.]

Romeo and his friends attend the Capulet ball for different reasons. Write down these reasons.

What TWO characteristics of Tybalt's are shown in this extract?

What is the 'antic face' that Tybalt refers to in line 3?

Capulet does not want fighting at the ball.

(a) Give TWO possible reasons why Capulet feels this way.

(b) Tybalt does not fight Romeo at the ball. What are the THREE consequences of this the next day?

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and quote NO MORE THAN TWO lines from the extract to prove your answer.

Romeo has a good reputation in Verona.

If you were the stage director of the play, what would you tell the guests to do while Tybalt and Capulet are arguing?

Is Capulet fair in supporting Romeo over his nephew, Tybalt? Discuss your view.

Romeo and Juliet fall in love with each other at first sight. Give your views on whether this is true love.

[Juliet talks to her mother the night before her marriage to Paris.]

Juliet describes herself as 'cross and full of sin' in line 5. She is referring to a recent argument with her father. What did they argue about? State TWO points.

What does Juliet mean by 'have your hands full' in line 12?

Juliet's mother thinks that Juliet needs rest because …

Explain what Juliet means in lines 18–19 ('I have a ... heat of life.').

How does Juliet's attitude change towards the Nurse?

Explain the part the vial plays in the final events of the play.

Do you think Juliet was wise to drink the potion? Discuss your views.

Do you feel sympathy for the Capulets because they have lost their daughter? Discuss your view.

Match the names in COLUMN A to the descriptions in COLUMN B.

(a) Benvolio

(b) Lady Capulet

(c) The Nurse

(d) Mercutio

In the play NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH, Sipho could have dealt with some of the issues that troubled him in a different way.

Discuss this statement in an essay.

In your essay you may consider the following ideas, among others:

• The relationship between Sipho and Themba
• Sipho's relationship with Luvuyo
• Sipho's ambitions for a better career

 Length: 250–300 words

[Thando and Mandisa discuss their families]

Why is it difficult to know exactly how Thando and Mandisa are related?

What TWO characteristics of Thando's are shown in lines 4–5 ('My father would ... month as children')?

In line 7 Mandisa says, "Girl! 'He won't allow you'!"

(a) If you were the stage director, what would you want Mandisa's face to express?

(b) Explain why she should have this expression.

(c) What do Mandisa's words in this line show you about the way she was raised?

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and give a reason for your answer.

Mandisa's father was killed by the police.

What does Mandisa mean when she says 'donkey's years' in line 16?

Sipho blames Themba for Luvuyo's death. Do you think Sipho is fair in blaming Themba? Discuss your view.

Thando believes that a long mourning period for the loss of a loved one is good. Mandisa disagrees with her. Discuss your view on this matter.

Match the names in COLUMN A to the descriptions in COLUMN B.

(a) Themba

(b) Sipho

(c) Thando

(d) Nandipha Madikiza

[Sipho talks to Mandisa and Thando.]

Sipho speaks to Mandisa about her father.

(a) Using your own words, name TWO things Sipho tells Mandisa about her father.

(b) Why does Mandisa doubt the information she gets from Sipho?

Explain why Sipho finds it difficult to talk about Themba and Thando's mother before Mandisa's arrival.

Using your own words, give TWO reasons why Sipho is jealous of Themba in line 9.

In line 11 Sipho says, 'I kept the family together'.

What TWO characteristics of Sipho's are shown here?

The fact that Sipho kisses Mandisa in line 16 shows that he ...

In line 17 Sipho experiences mixed feelings. Explain what these mixed feelings are.

In this extract Mandisa's direct questions hurt Sipho. Do you agree? Discuss your view.

Give TWO reasons why the title of the play, NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH, is suitable.

The story THE COFFEE-CART GIRL, focuses on the relationship between Pinkie and China.

Write an essay in which you discuss this statement. In your answer refer to specific incidents in the story.

You may consider the following ideas, among others:
• How China and Pinkie meet
• The relationship between China and Pinkie
• The difficulties that China and Pinkie face in their lives

Length: 250–300 words

[The narrator is remembering his journey.]

Read the following statement and complete the sentences by filling in the missing words. Write only the words next to the question number (12.2.2(a) and 12.2.2(b)).

The narrator (person who is telling the story) is visiting Carnarvon because he wants to write a novel about his family (a) … Before going to Carnarvon, he spends a week in (b) …

What are 'chains of cigarettes' in lines 5–6?

In lines 8-9, 'the dry riverbeds of history' are mentioned.

(a) Identify the figure of speech used here.

(b) Explain why the writer has used this figure of speech.

The narrator is surprised and pleased by the way the three big men in the compartment treat him.

State TWO ways in which these men make him feel like an old friend.

At this point in the story, explain how the narrator feels about the other two passengers in the compartment. State TWO points.

When the three men leave, the behaviour of the two boys changes.

Give TWO reasons for the change in the boys' behaviour.

Give TWO reasons why the narrator decides not to ask the conductor to move him to another compartment.

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and give a reason for your answer.

Before they tell him, the narrator is certain that the two boys are brothers.

The narrator in this story researches his family history. Do you think it is a good idea for one to do this? Discuss your view.

[The narrator tells his fellow-passengers about Georgie Abrahams.]

Why was Georgie's wife angry with him when she met him at the station? State TWO points.

Does the writer want his readers to believe that Georgie killed the man? Give a reason for your answer.

After listening to the story of Georgie Abrahams, the people in the compartment have different reactions.

(a) Describe the different reactions the friendly men and the two boys have.

(b) Why is the narrator not surprised by the boys' reaction?

Read the following statement and complete the sentences by filling in the missing words. Write only the words next to the question number (12.2.5(a) and 12.2.5(b)).

The two boys are on their way to their (a) … funeral. He was a (b) … leader in Coronationville.

The narrator discovers that he is related to the two boys.

(a) How does this fact change his feelings towards them?

(b) How does the boys' behaviour change because of this new-found relationship?

One of the themes in this story is ...

Explain what makes the ending of the story sad.

Discuss your views on the following statement:

Family background does not determine what you will become in life.

On his blindness – John Milton

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (13.2.1–13.2.3).

This poem is a Miltonic (13.2.1) … The octave gives the reader the (13.2.2) … and the sestet gives the reader the (13.2.3) …

Refer to lines 1 and 2 ('When I consider ... world and wide')

Quote TWO contrasting words that best describe the poet's main concern.

Refer to lines 3 and 4 ('And that one ... Soul more bent').

Why does the poet consider his talent to be useless?

Refer to lines 6 and 7 ('My true account ... labour, light denied?').

13.5.1 What is the poet's fear in these lines

13.5.2 Why does he have this fear?

Refer to line 8 ('I fondly ask. But Patience, to prevent').

13.6.1 Identify the figure of speech used here.

13.6.2 Explain why the poet uses this figure of speech.

The word which best describes the poet's feeling in lines 9–14 ('That murmur, soon … stand and wait') is …

Refer to the last four lines of the poem.

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and quote TWO consecutive words to support your answer.

The poet feels that our burdens are not heavy.

Consider the poem as a whole.

13.9.1 Do you feel sorry for the poet? Discuss your view.

13.9.2 Do you think a disabled person should be expected to perform at the same level as an able person? Discuss your view.

The serf – Roy Campbell

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (14.2.1–14.2.3).

This poem is about a farm (14.2.1) … who (14.2.2) … the earth. The serf represents patient revolutionaries whose sacrifice is responsible for human (14.2.3) …

Refer to lines 1–4 ('His naked skin ... crimson furrow grooves').

14.3.1 Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and quote a SINGLE word to support your answer.

The serf is forced to work in very hot conditions.

14.3.2 What do the words 'drives' and 'somnambulist' tell you about the ploughman?

14.3.3 In your own words explain the meaning of line 4.

Refer to lines 5–6 ('His heart, more ... of insult torn').

14.4.1 Identify the figure of speech used here.

14.4.2 Explain why the poet uses this figure of speech.

In line 6 the words 'rasping share of insult' refer to the ...

Refer to the last six lines of the poem ('Lies fallow now ... thrones, and towers').

Discuss the speaker's warning in these lines. State TWO points.

Consider the poem as a whole. Do you feel sorry for the serf? Discuss your view.

Give TWO reasons why the title 'The serf' is a suitable one for this poem.

Auto wreck – Karl Shapiro

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (15.2.1–15.2.3).

This poem describes how the (15.2.1) … rushes to the scene of the (15.2.2)… The (15.2.3) … are picked up and taken to hospital.

Refer to lines 1–7 ('Its quick soft ... entering the crowd').

15.3.1 Write down a simile used in these lines.

15.3.2 Explain why the poet uses this simile.

The word 'mangled' in line 9 tells us that ...

Refer to lines 9–14 ('Stretchers are laid out … moves away').

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and quote a SINGLE word to support your answer.

The injured are gently placed into the ambulance.

Refer to lines 15 and 16 ('We are deranged … and composed').

Quote TWO separate words that show the difference in the reactions of the speaker and the policemen.

Explain why the poet uses the words 'Empty husks' in line 21.

Explain why the poet mentions war, suicide, stillbirth and cancer in a poem about road accidents.

The poem was first published in 1941. Do you think it is still relevant today? Discuss your view.

Explain why the title 'Auto wreck' is suitable. State TWO points.

Cheetah – Charles Eglington

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write only the words next to the question number (16.2.1–16.2.3).

The poet says that the cheetah is (16.2.1) … but it has (16.2.2) … movements and it appears to be (16.2.3) …

What does the word 'indolent' in line 1 tell you about the cheetah? State TWO points.

In line 3 the speaker's tone shows that he feels ...

Refer to the words 'twilight barricade' in line 8.

16.5.1 Identify the figure of speech used here.

16.5.2 Explain why the poet uses this figure of speech.

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Write 'true' or 'false' and quote no more than EIGHT consecutive words from stanza 5 to support your answer.

The grazing animals have no way of knowing about the cheetah's presence.

What do the words 'game of chance' in line 20 show about the hunt? State TWO points.

Refer to stanzas 6 and 7.

There is a contrast in the way the cheetah and the herd move. Using your OWN words, explain this contrast.

This poem shows that nature is cruel. Do you agree? Discuss your view.

Do you admire the cheetah? Discuss your view.