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JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION

ASSESSMENT
2ND TERM 2024
GRADE 8
AGRICULTURE AND NUTRITION
END OF MAY ASSESSMENT
NAME: ______________________________________________
SCHOOL: ____________________________________________
ASSESSMENT NUMBER ____________________ DATE___________

LEARNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

1. Write your name, School, Assessment Number and the exam date in the spaces provided above.
2. Answer all the questions in this paper.
3. Any rough work must be done in this paper.
4. All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in the question paper.
5. Writing and giving relevant examples is highly recommended.
6. It’s highly recommended to draw illustrations when explaining a concept.
7. Learners should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that
no questions are missing.
8. Your answers must be clearly written (Legible) and well organized.
9. Use blue or black pens when writing answers and a pencil when drawing.
10. Learners must answer the questions in English.
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1. Observe the following diseased plants carefully. Identify the following effects of vegetables
crops attacked by pests and diseases.(6 mks)

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2. State five ways used to Control of pests and diseases on vegetables crops. (5 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………………..
b. ……………………………………………………………………………………….

3. Grace is a fish farmer from Lake Victoria. Identify three processes she carries out to prepare
fresh fish for transportation, storage and consumption.(3 mks)
a. ……………………………………………..
b. …………………………………………….

4. Abraham visited a fish processing site and took the following photographs. Identify the
process or activity taking place in each picture.(4 mks)

5. Name four practices carried out to dress a poultry carcass.(4 mks)

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b. …………………………………………………………………………………..

6. State two Methods used in preserving milk. (2 mks)

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a. ……………………………………………
b. …………………………………………….
7. Mention three Methods used to preserve meat. (3 mks)
a. ……………………………………………
b. ……………………………………………

8. What is the importance of preserving milk and meat? (2 mks)

a. …………………………………………………………………………………………
b. …………………………………………………………………………………….…
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9. State five methods of soil conservation in agricultural environment. (5 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………….
b. ……………………………………………………………………………….
10.State two components of agriculture and nutrition. (2 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………………….
b. ……………………………………………………………………………….
11.Mention five causes of Soil Pollution in Farming.(5 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………
b. ………………………………………………………………………………

12.Identify the following method of soil conservation in farming. (5 mks)

13.State two importance of Farm layout. (2 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………………………..
b. ………………………………………………………………………………………………..
14.Mention four Local available material that can be used to make a farm model in school. (4
mks)
a. ……………………………………………………….
b. ………………………………………………………..
15.State five methods of harvesting and storing water for farming purposes. (5 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………..
b. ……………………………………………………….. pg. 4
16.Outline five Factors to consider when setting up a water harvesting and storage unit at
home or at school.(5 mks)
a. …………………………………………………………………………………………………
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b. ………………………………………………………………………………………………….

17.State five Importance of harvesting and storing water.( 5mks)

a. ……………………………………………………………………………………
b. ……………………………………………………………………………….……

18.State four Maintenance practices of water harvesting and storage structures.(4 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………………………………
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19.State three Uses of water harvested and stored on the farm.(3 mks)
a. …………………………………………………………………..
b. …………………………………………………………………..
20.In Kenya we have various types of water tanks made from various materials. Mention three
types of water storage tanks.(3mks)
a. ……………………………………….
b. ……………………………………….

21.Davis, a grade 8 learner wants to start an innovative gardens at home, state five ways in which
the innovative gardens would benefit him. (5 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………………..
b. …………………………………………………………………………………………

(3 Marks)
22. Discuss three farming practices that pollute soil?

a)________________________________________________________

b)_________________________________________________________

c) _________________________________________________________
(2 Marks)
23. Anita, a grade 8 student keeps some poultry at home as shown below.

State three routine practices she most likely uses.

i) ______________________________________
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ii) ______________________________________

iii) ________________________________________
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(6 Marks)
24. Grade 7 learners were asked by their teacher to state and explain the practices carried out
during minimum tillage. What answers do you think they gave?

i.________________________________________________________________________________________

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ii._______________________________________________________________________________________

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iii._______________________________________________________________________________________

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25. State the meaning of Agroforestry.

(1 Marks)

(2 Marks)
26. State two ways by which innovative lights are used to scare birds.

a) _______________________________________________________

b) ________________________________________________________

(1 Marks)
27. Identify the type of seedbed mainly used to conserve moisture.

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(2 Marks)
28. During a classroom discussion grade 7 learners were requested to define the term
agroforestry. What do you think they gave as an answer?

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(2 Marks)
29. Name two common weeds.

a. …..................................................................

b. …..................................................................

(2 Marks)
30. What are the two types of seedbeds that may be used to conserve soil moisture?

i. _______________________________________________________________

ii. ________________________________________________________________

(2 Marks)
31. List two examples of minimum tillage practices.

a. ____________________________________________

b. ____________________________________________

(1 Marks)
32. Define the following term.

Conservation _______________________________________________________________

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(5 Marks)
33. Name five factors to consider when planning to plant crops.

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(1 Marks)
34. Identify the domestic animal in the picture below.

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(2 Marks)
35. State two activities that increase the rate of soil erosion.

i) ____________________________________________________

ii) ____________________________________________________

(3 Marks)
36. Apart from sunken bed, name three other structures that farmers use to retain water in
the farm.

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37. A sickle as a farm tool is used for …......................................................................... (1 Marks)

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(4 Marks)
38. During a discussion, grade 7 learners were asked to discuss ways of conserving water. what answers
dis they give?

i.____________________________________________________________

ii.____________________________________________________________

iii._____________________________________________________________

iv._____________________________________________________________

(2 Marks)
39. Name the types of soil erosion marked X and Y in the diagram below.

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(2 Marks)
40. Define the following term.

Water conservation __________________________________________________________

(2 Marks)
41. The diagram below shows a creeping crop. Name

two examples of such cro

(2 Marks)
42. Identify two trees that are suitable for agroforestry.

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KENYA JUNIOR SCHOOLS ASSESSMENT

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT TEST

8
TICK
RUBRICS
1-29-BE GRADE

30-49-AE

50-79-ME

CREATIVE ARTS AND SPORTS

NAME: ………………………………………………………………………………………………
SCHOOL: …………………………………………………………………………………………….
ASSESSMENT NUMBER………………………………………….DATE: ……………………….

1. Name the following sol-fa notes signs.

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2. Define the following terms

a. Pitch: ………………………….……………………………………………

b. Volume: …………………..………………………………………………..

c. Tempo: ……………………………………………………………………..

d. Dance formation: ………………………………………………………….

3. What is body adornment?

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4. What is creative arts? (2 mks)

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5. What is sports? (2 mks)

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6. Identify five roles of Creative arts and sports in the society.(5 mks)
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7. State four components of Creative Arts and Sports.(4 mks)
a) ……………………………………………….……
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d) …………………………………………………….
8. State two Principles of Visual arts.(2 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………………….
b. ………………………………………………………………………………
9. Outline four Basic Elements of a play. (4 mks)
a. …………………………………………………………………………………………
b. …………………….…………………………………………………………………..
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10.State and explain three elements of Music in Creative Arts.(6 mks)

a) ………………………………………………………………………………………
b) ………………………………………………………………………………………
c) ………………………………………….………………………………………….
11.State three examples of themes in plays. (3 mks)
a) …………………………………………………….………
b) …………………………………………………….……….
c) ………………………………………………………………
12.State three Elements of Dance in Creative Arts.(3 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………….
b. ………………………………………………………………….
c. …………………………………………………………………
13. The arts can be experienced through the following senses namely?(3 mks)
a. …………………………………………….….
b. ………………………………………………..
c. ………………………………………………..
14. State three Factors to consider when making preparation and presentation of art
research. (3 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………
b. …………………………………………………………………………..…
c. ……………………………………………………………………………..

15.What is the meaning of: (2mks)

a. An artiste:
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b. Audience
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16.Look at the hand signs below for notes B,A and G. Put the notes B A G under the correct

hand sign.

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17.How can a song benefit a singer and listeners?

a) ………………………………………………………………………………..

b) ……………………………………………………………………………….

18.Identify the three sections of a narrative (3mks)

a) ………………………………………………………………………………….
b) …………………………………………………………………………………
c) …………………………………………………………………………………

19.Write down two importance of studying performing arts to you? (2mks)

a) …………………………………………………………………………………..
b) …………………………………………………………………………………..

20.What is the difference between performing arts and other arts? (2mks)
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21.Write down three elements of performing arts. (3mks)

a) ……………………………………………………………………
b) ……………………………………………………………………
c) …………………………………………………………………….
22.Fill in the chart below;

23.When performing a dance or a song adjudicators/judges check on;

a) ………………………………………………………………………………

b) ………………………………………………………………………………
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24.Name two categories of participants in a dance presentation:

i. …………………………………………………

ii. …………………………………………………..

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JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT

2ND TERM 2024
GRADE 8
CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
END OF MAY ASSESSMENT
NAME: _______________________________________________________
SCHOOL: _____________________________________________________

ASSESSMENT NUMBER ____________________ DATE___________________

LEARNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

1. Write your name, School, Assessment Number and the exam date in the
spaces provided above.
2. Answer all the questions in this paper.
3. All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in the question paper.
4. Writing and giving relevant examples is highly recommended.
5. Learners should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
6. Your answers must be clearly written (Legible) and well organized.
7. Use blue or black pens when writing answers and a pencil when drawing.
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8. Learners must answer the questions in English.
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1. Why is the Bible important to the society?(2 mks)

a. ……………………………………………….…………………………………….
b. ……………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Explain the two dimensions of the Bible. (2 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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b. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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3. How can Christians participate in charity work in the community to serve God and
others?(2 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………………
b. ………………………………………………………………………………………
4. List the Poetic books of the Old Testament. (4 mks)
a. ………………………………………..
b. ………………………………………..
c. ………………………………………..
d. ………………………………………..

5. Write down values that Christian acquire by learning Christian Religious Education. (3 mks)
a. ……………………………………………….
b. ……………………………………………….
c. ……………………………………………….
6. Why should CRE be taught in schools?(3 mks)
a. …………………………………………………………………………………
b. ………………………………………………………………………………..,.
c. ………………………………………………………………………………….
7. List down the similarities and differences between the two Biblical accounts of creation. (4
mks)

Similarities (2mks) Differences (2mks)

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8. Explain the attribute of God from the two creation accounts. (3 mks)
a. ………………..………………………………………………….
b. …………………………………………………………………..
c. ………………………………………………………………….
9. Explain different ways in which people promote and protect the animals, fish and birds.(2
mks)
a. …………………………………………………………………………………..
b. …………………………………………………………………………………..
10. Identify five major divisions of the New Testament in their order (5mks)

a. ……………………………………………..

b. ………………………………………………..

c. …………………………………………………

d. ………………………………………………….

e. …………………………………………………

11. Describe the development of the Bible translation from the original language to local

languages (7mks)

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12. Give seven effects of the Bible translation into African languages (7mks)

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13. Identify five literacy forms used by the Authors of the Bible (5mks)

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14. Give seven differences between the first and the second account of creation stories.

(7mks)

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15. State six consequences of sin according to (Gen 3, 4, 6 – 9, 11)

(6mks)

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16. Outline seven ways in which wrongdoers were punished in Africa society. (7mks)

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17. Explain the meaning of the expression the Bible is the Word of God’ (6mks)

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18. Highlight seven promises God made to Abraham (7mks)

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JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT

2ND TERM 2024
GRADE 8
ENGLISH
END OF MAY ASSESSMENT

NAME: _______________________________________________________
SCHOOL: _____________________________________________________

ASSESSMENT NUMBER ____________________ DATE___________________

LEARNER’S INSTRUCTIONS
9. Write your name, School, Assessment Number and the exam date in the spaces provided above.

10. Answer all the questions in this paper.

11. All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in the question paper.
12. Writing and giving relevant examples is highly recommended.

13. Learners should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no questions
are missing.
14. Your answers must be clearly written (Legible) and well organized.
15. Use blue or black pens when writing answers.
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16. Learners must answer the questions in English.
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ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS.

1. Functional Writing (20mks)

a) Imagine that your brother just graduated from Egerton University and has requested you to design an
invitation card that will be used to invite guests for his graduation party. Design the card.
(12mks)

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b) Imagine that you are one of the invited guests but unfortunately you will not manage to attend the
graduation party, write a letter declining the invitation. (20mks)

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2. Fill in the blank spaces with the most appropriate word. (10 mks)
At home, Jennifer was getting uneasy. It was ……………………………. late and yet Joseph had not returned
home. ……………………………..food was waiting for him…………………………the fire. The fire was
dwindling and she could not add more firewood………………………it lest there was not enough of it for the
following morning. She ……………………………..by the fire hoping that he
………………………………….come home the very next minute. In the end, she could
not……………………….for him any longer. She went to bed. He would …………………………………her
up when he came. Sleep took her almost ………………………….. . She did not wake
up…………………………..until morning.

3. Identify the silent letters in the following words. (5mks)

a) Would –

b) Debt-

c) Rhyme –

d) Edge –

e) Sketch –

ii) in the following sentences state whether the word underlined has been used either as a verb or a noun.
(3mks)

17. Kindly keep a record of all your books. …………………………………………………….

18. To always conduct yourself right is good. …………………………………………….
19. After the heavy rains, the cattle keepers will get good produce. ……………………………..

iii) Write the homophones of the following words. (2mks)

a) Quite –……………………………………………..

b) Dairy -…………………………………………….

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JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT

2ND TERM 2024
GRADE 8
ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
END OF MAY ASSESSMENT

NAME: _______________________________________________________
SCHOOL: _____________________________________________________

ASSESSMENT NUMBER ____________________ DATE___________________

LEARNER’S INSTRUCTIONS
20. Write your name, School, Assessment Number and the exam date in the spaces provided above.

21. Answer all the questions in this paper.

22. All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in the question paper.
23. Writing and giving relevant examples is highly recommended.

24. Learners should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
25. Your answers must be clearly written (Legible) and well organized.
26. Use blue or black pens when writing answers and a pencil when drawing.

27. Learners must answer the questions in English.

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1. Define the term Quran. (2 mks)

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2. Mention three Articles of Iman. (3 mks)

a. ………………………………..……………..
b. ……………………………………………….
c. ……………………………………………….

3. What is the meaning of Tawheed? (2 mks)

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4. Mention two Categories of Tawheed. (2 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………
b. …………………………………………………………………….

5. Outline four Differences between Shahada and Tashahud. (8 mks)

Shahada Tashhud
1
2
3

6. Define swalah. (2 mks)

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7. Mention three Essential condition of Swalah. (3 mks)

a. ……………………………………………………………………
b. ……………………………………………………………………
c. ……………………………………………………………………

8. Define the following. (4mks)

a. Twahara
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b. Najaasat
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9. Mention two types of Najaasat. (2 mks)
a) ……………………………………………
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10. State the three classes of water.(3 mks)

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11. Taking of ritual bath (Ghusl) is compulsory under the following circumstances: namely.
(3mks)
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12. It is Sunnah to take bath in the following occasions: namely (3 mks)

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13.State How to perform ritual bath (Ghusl)(5 mks)

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14.Mention three Importance of taking Ghusl. (3 mks)
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15. What was the need for revelation of the Quran? State fine points. (5 mks)
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16. State three roles of Angel Jibril in the revelation of the Quran.(3 mks)
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17. Describe the two stages in which the Quran was revealed. (4 mks)
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18. State four reasons for revelation of the Quran in portions. (4 mks)
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8
KUTATHMINI

1-29-CHI
GREDI
30-49-KUK

50-79-KUF

80-100-KUZ

KISWAHILI
JINA: ………………………………………………………………………………………………
SHULE: …………………………………………………………………………………………….
NAMBA YA MTIHANI…………………………………………TAREHE: ……………………….

INSHA
Kutakuwa na tamasha itakayoshirikisha michezo ya kuigiza, nyimbo n amashairikutoka shule
mbalimbali katika kaunti yenu. Andika ratoba ya siku hiyo. (Alama 20)

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UFAHAMU (ALAMA 15)

Soma taarifa ifuatayo halafu ujibu maswali
Kama kuna jambo ambalo limeiparaganya akili yamahuluki ni kuielewa dhana ya demokrasia. Kiumbe huyu
heshi kuuliza mkururo wa maswali. Demokrasia ni nini hasa? Tunaweza kula demokrasia? Ni dude gani hili lina
kichwa au mkia pekee yake? Je demokrasia inazuia njaa? Demokrasia ni himaya ya wasomi tu au vilevile ni haki ya
mafalahi? Kwa muda mrefu kumekuwa na kinyang’anyiro kikubwa katika jamii ambacho azma na. matokeo yake
yamekuwa ya kutatanisha. Baadhi ya watu wamejitokeza kama mchuzi wa ugali na kuzusha zahama ambazo si za
kuyumkinika. Vichwa vya adinasi vikafyekwa kwa miundo na maparange na matumbo yakapasuliwa na kuapakaza
utumbo na vijusi kila mahali. Shingo zikapigiwa vigingi na kukomewa ardhini. Demokrasia si mchezo wa lelemama.
Ni sharti tujifunge vibwebwe tumwage damu na tufe ili tupate demokrasia ya kweli!” Mmoja wa mibabe wa
demokrasia alinguruma kadamnasi ya umati huku ngoma za vita zikirindima.” Hata Marekani na ulaya walimwaga
damu. Mamilioni ya watu walipukutishwa na kimbunga cha demokrasia. Chini walilaliana kama Vimatu na tunutu.
Hawa manafiki wanafikiri hatuwajui. Katu hatutakubali porojo zao. Wanatupikia majungu kisha wakatoweka. Kuna
demokrasia ya Afrika na ile ya Ulaya ‘ mkereketwa wa Uafrika akachanganua.
Demokrasia ya Afrika basi imefuata mkondo huu wa umwagikaji damu. Kila kukijiri uchaguzi zahama
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mchezo wa mizengwe tu ati. Hali hil imesababisha maafa makubwa, uharibifu mkubwa wa mali, majeraha, ukimbizi
wa raia ndani na nje ya mataifa husika, dhuluma za kimapenzi dhidi ya wanawake, kuzagaa kwa magonjwa ainati,
uhasama wa kikabila. Jambo la kusikitisha ni kwamba raia na viongozi hawaelekei kujifundisha chochote kutokana
na hali. Huku mataifa mengi Ulayani na Asia yakikwea daraja moja baada ya nyingine kimaendeleo, Afrika
imedumaa tu. Imesalia kuimba ule wimbo wake wa kutokea azali‘ Tutaendelea vipi na tunadhulimiwa na kaka
wakubwa”. Siasa ya demokrasia katika bara la Afrika ina tija kubwa hususan kwa wale wachache wanaofanikiwa
kudhibiti nyenzo za kutia tonge kinywani. Ulitima wa umma husalia miradi hewa ya tabaka la viongozi ambayo
hutumiwa kujinadi zamu nyingine ifikapo tena. Demokrasia ya kweli imo mikononi mwa umma pale utakapojikomboa
kimawazo na kwa ujasiri kudai huduma bora, uajibikaji na kuheshimiwa kwa mkataba wa kijamii uliosisiwa na Jean
Jacques Rousseau.
Maswali
a) Binadamu amechanganyika kwa njia ipi? (Alama 2)
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b) Ni vipi Demokrasia ya kweli inaweza kufikiwa (Alama 2)
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c) Kwa nini inasemekana kuwa ‘Demokrasia ni mchezo wa mizengwe? (Alama 2)
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d) Ni athari gani hutokana na kinyang’anyiro cha Demokrasia? (Alama 4)
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e) “Dhiki za raia zimesalia kuwa mradi-hewa wa wanasiasa” Eleza. (Alama2)
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f) Fafanua maana ya maneno na mafungu yafuatayo jinsi yalivyotumika katika taarifa.
(Alama 3)
i) Mafahali
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1. MATUMIZI YA LUGHA.(Alama 30)

a) Taja kikwamizo hafifu cha ufizi. (Al 1)
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b) Tambua aina za vitenzi katika sentensi hii. (Al 2)
Wale waliokuwa hapa sio wageni wetu.
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c) Alama ya Nukta mbili huweza kutumika kuorodhesaha vitu. Tunga sentensi
mbili tofauti kuonyesha namna alama hiyo inaweza kutumiaka. (Al 2)
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Usipopita mtihani hutakuwa shujaa mapema.

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e) Sahihisha sentensi hii kwa njia mbili mwafaka. (Al 2)
Dereva ambaye aendeshaye kwa uangalifu husalimika.
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f) Tunga sentensi sahihi huku ukitumia kihusishi cha wakati. (Al 1)
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g) Ainisha aina za maneno katika sentensi ifuatayo. (Al 3)
Mwanafunzi mtundu ameadhibiwa vikali na mwalimu.
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h) Eleza ‘po’ ilivyotumika katika sentensi hizi. (Al2)
Alipofika waliposimama, waliondoka.
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i) Tumia kiunganishi kifaacho kuunganisha sentensi hii. (Al 2)

Juma hakusoma kwa bidii. Amefuzu mtihani.
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j) Geuza sentensi hii iwe katika usemi wa taarifa. (Al 3)
“ Nimekuwa nikija kwenu kila siku lakini nimeamua kulikata guu langu,” Hamisi
akamweleza Amina.
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k) Andika sentensi hii kwa ukubwa. (Al. 1)

Mwizi aliiba kikapu na ng’ombe.
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l) Eleza matumizi ya “ KI” iliyopigiwa mstari katika sentensi hii. (al 3)
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m) Andika maana tatu zitokanazo na sentensi hii. (Al 2)

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n) Tunga sentensi moja kuonyesha maana ya vitate vifuatavyo. (Al 2)

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o) Tunga sentensi sahihi ukitumia kiwakilishi kisisitizi cha mbali kidogo ngeli A-
wa katika hali ya wingi . (Al 2)

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2. FASIHI SIMULIZI (Alama 5)
a) Eleza maana ya vitanza ndimi. (Al 2)
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3. ISIMU JAMII (Alama 5)

Ali: Wee kuja hapa. Wewe ni nani? Sema haraka!
Ebo: Mimi……ni….afande ni Ebo
Ali: Unatoka wapi saa hii? Hapa hakuna sheria?
Ebo: Samahani mkubwa. Mimi niku……
Ali: Mkubwa wa nani? Wakubwa wako ofisini
Ebo: pole mzee
Ali: Mzee gani? Hii mtu lazima niiweklw store. Yaani Self contained. Toa viatu.
Ebo: Tafathali Bwana Askari, nilichelewa…..
Ali: Mimi sitaki hadithi. Hizo pelekea nyanya yake,eh. Fanya haraka!
Ebo: Naomba mkubwa…..
Ali: Hapa si kanisani. Unaomba! Hata…….
a) Fafanua sifa tano za sajili hii. (al 5)
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TICK
RUBRICS
1-29-BE GRADE

30-49-AE

50-79-ME

80-100-EE

MATHEMATICS
NAME: ……………………………………………………………………………………..………………
SCHOOL: ………………………………………………………………………..……………………….
ASSESSMENT NUMBER………………………………………….DATE: ……………………….

1. Use the symbols <,>, or = to compare the following integers.

a) -2 and -3 (1mk)

b) -3 and 4 (1mk)

c) 5 and -5 (1mk)

2. Find the L.C.M of 24, 15 and 16. (3mks)

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3. From the following set of numbers which are:

a) Odd[20,18,6,7,8,21] (1mk)

b) Prime[14,2,10,9,3] (1mk)

4. Convert the following fractions into percentages:

a) (2mks)

b) (2mks)

5. What is the G.C.D of 60, 80 and 120? (3mks)

6. What fraction does letter K represent in the diagram below? (3mks)

K L L L K
L K K L W
L L L K L
L K L L L

7. Write in figures five billion five million five thousand and five. (2mks)
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8. The sum of two consecutive even numbers is 74, find the two numbers. (4mks)

9. Write the following into improper fraction:

a) 1 (2mks)

b) 2 (2mks)

10. Write 27707807 in words. (2mks)

11. Use either <,> or = to relate the fractions below.

2 3
a) and (1mk)
4 6

60 60
b) and (1mk)
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12. State the place values of the following digits in the number 201.789.

a) 1 (1mk)

b) 8 (1mk)

c) 7 (1mk)

13. Use factor-tree to decompose 256 into prime factors. (4mks)

14. Evaluate (3mks)

15. A car consumes 8 litres of petrol to cover 51 km. what average distance does it travel for every
distance?
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16. Use a number line to perform the following operations.

a) (-10)-(-3) (1mk)

b) (-3)-(-4) (1mk)

c) (+1)-(-8) (1mk)

SECTION II (50MKS)
Answer any five Questions in this section

17. a) A two digit number is such that the ones digit is 1 times greater than the tens digit. If the sum of the
digits is 9, find the number. (6mks)

b)find the product of the positive difference and the maximum quotient between the digits.
(4mks)

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18. Three bells ring at intervals of 6 minutes,5 minutes and 8 minutes. If they rang first at 9.15 a.m, find
when they will ring for:

a) The second time (6mks)

b) The 5th time (4mks)

19. a) State the value of digit 7 after the operations below.

i) 3.45 x 20.54 (2mks)

ii) 34.5 x 20.54 (2mks)

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iv) 3.45 x 205.4 (2mks)

b)state the value of second digit in the product 67.5 x 44.4. (2mks)

20. a)When a number is divided into by 8,9,and 6 the remainders are 7, 8 and 5 respectively. Find the
number. (6mks)

c) The L.C.M of three numbers is 24 and their G.C.D is 4. If two of the numbers are 8 and , find the other
number. (4mks)

21. check whether the following numbers are divisible by 6:

a) 390 (2mks)

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b) 441 (2mks)

c) 6732 (2mks)

d) 7544 (2mks)

e) 5310 (2mks)

22. Express the following numbers in powers of their prime factors:

a) 196 (2mks)

b) 196 (2mks)

c) 196 (2mks)

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d) 196 (2mks)

e) 196 (2mks)

23. Three boys shared some money. The youngest got 1/12 of it, the next got 1/9 and the eldest got the
remainder.

a) What fraction of the money did the eldest receive? (6mks)

b) If the eldest boy got shs. 330, what was the original sum of money? (4mks)

24. Round off the following numbers to the nearest values indicated in the brackets,

a) 370 (1000) (2mks)

b) 2499 (10) (2mks)

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c) 38679 (10000) (2mks)

d) 473678 (100) (2mks)

e) 501 (1000) (2mks)

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30-49-AE

50-79-ME

PRETECHNICAL EDUCATION
NAME: ……………………………………………………………………………………………
SCHOOL: ……………………………………………………………………………………….
ASSESSMENT NUMBER…………………………………….DATE: ……………………….
1. What is safety?( 2 mks)
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2. State three examples of safety measures. (3 mks)

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3. What is personal safety? (2 mks)
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4. What is a hazard?(2 mks)

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5. Name three examples of Hazards to personal safety.( 3 mks)

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6. Name two ways used to handle tools and equipment safely while performing
tasks in the locality?( 3 mks)
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7. State two Safety Rules and Regulations at Work.( 2 mks)

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8. Mention two Careers related to Personal Safety.( 2mks)
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9. What is the Role of safety in day-to-day life?( 2mks)

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10. Name two common types of injuries that occurs in the locality? (2 mks)
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11. State two Causes of injuries in the locality?( 2 mks)

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12. What is the Reason for first Aid?( 2mks)

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13. State three Items Contained in A First Aid Kit.( 3 mks)

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14. Name the following items

15. Describe the Procedure of Administering First Aid for Cuts. ( 6 mks)
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17. Mention three careers Related to first Aid and Management of Injuries. ( 3 mks)
a) ……………………………………………
b) ……………………………………………
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18. Mention five common materials found within the locality are( 5 mks)
a) ……………………………………….
b) ……………………………………….
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19. Give two examples of Metals. (2 mks)

a) ……………………………………
b) ……………………………………

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JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT

2ND TERM 2024
GRADE 8
INTEGRATED SCIENCE
END OF MAY ASSESSMENT
NAME: _______________________________________________________
SCHOOL: _____________________________________________________
ASSESSMENT NUMBER ____________________ DATE___________________

LEARNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

28. Write your name, School, Assessment Number and the exam date in the
spaces provided above.
29. Answer all the questions in this paper.
30. All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in the question
paper.
31. Writing and giving relevant examples is highly recommended.
32. Learners should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
33. Your answers must be clearly written (Legible) and well organized.
34. Use blue or black pens when writing answers.
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35. Learners must answer the questions in English.

SECTION A
1. Identify the following lab apparatus. (2 mks)

2. Name the technique that you would use to obtain:

i) Sand from a mixture of iodine and sand (1 Mark)
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ii) Petrol from mixture of water and petrol (1 Mark)
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iii) Oil from macadamia nuts (1 Mark)
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iv) Water from sodium chloride solution. (1 Mark)
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3. The diagram below shows paper chromatogram of separate constituents of black ink.

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a) Explain why the constituents separated. (1 Mark)
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b) Which constituent is most soluble in water? (1 Mark)
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c) Indicate the baseline and the solvent front on the above diagram. (2 Marks)
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4. The diagram below shows the curve obtained when solid K is heated to boiling.

a) Is solid K pure of impure? Explain (1 Mark)

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b) State the physical state of the substance at regions: -
i) AB …………………………………………. (1 Mark)
ii) CB………………………………………….. (1 Mark)

5. Using kinetic theory, explain: -

i) Why solids have a fixed volume. (1 Mark)
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ii) Why gases are easily compressed. (1 Mark)
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6. What type of change takes place when magnesium burns in air? Explain. (2 Marks)
Type of change:……………………………………………………….
Explanation:
……………………………………………………………………………………………
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7. The table below shows the pH of solutions T – Z.

Solution T U V W X Y Z
pH 4 5 2 7 10 14 8
Which solution is: - (3 Marks)
i) Sodium hydroxide………………………………….
ii) Hydrochloric acid…………………………………...
iii) Distilled water………………………………………

8. Write the chemical symbols for the following elements. (3 Marks)

i) Lead …………………………………………
ii) Iron………….………………………………
iii) Sulphur………….……………………………

9. Is air a mixture or a compound? Explain? (2 Marks)

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

10. Complete the following equations: - (4 Marks)

i) zinc + oxygen →
ii) hydrogen + oxygen →
iii) magnesium + oxygen →
iv) sodium + oxygen +Carbon →

11. a) Define the following(2 Marks)

i) an atom:
……………………………………………………………………………………………
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ii) a molecule
……………………………………………………………………………………………
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b) Name the elements present in the following compounds: -

i) Sodium sulphite (1 ½ Marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii) Potassium hydrogen carbonate (1 ½ Marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………

12. a) The apparatus shown by the diagram below is used in the laboratory.

a) Name the parts labeled X, Y and Z. (3 Marks)

X……………………………………………………………………………………………
Y……………………………………………………………………………………………
Z……………………………………………………………………………………………
ii) What kind of flame is produced when the air hole is closed? (1 Mark)
……………………………………………………………………………………………
iii) Name three regions formed by the flame produced when the air hole is closed?
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……………………………………………………………………………(1 ½ Marks)
iv) Give two differences between luminous and non-luminous flames. (2 Marks)
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b) The diagram below shows the Bunsen burner in use.

P
Q
R

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i) Name the type of flame shown: …………………………………… (1 Mark)

ii) Name the parts labeled P, Q and R. (1 ½ Marks)
P: ……………………………….
Q: ……………………………….
R: ……………………………….

iii) Describe how the Bunsen burner produces the type of flame shown. (1 Mark)
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c) State two characteristics of the flame in the diagram above. (2 Marks)
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d) Apart from the Bunsen burner, name two other heating apparatus that can be used in the laboratory.
(1 Mark)
……………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………

13. Study the set-up below and answer the questions that follow.

M Thermometer

Gas beads L
Cold water

Miscible liquids
mixture

a) Give the name of the above method of separating mixtures. (1 Mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………
b) On the diagram above, indicate with arrows the water in and water out points. (2 Marks)
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c) Name the apparatus marked L and M. (2 Marks)

L: ……………………………………….
M: ……………………………………….
d) State the property considered in order to effectively separate the mixture of the miscible liquids.
……………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………… (1 Mark)
e) State the role of the glass beads. (1 Mark)
……………………………………………………………………………………………
f) After five minutes the students noted that there was no liquid collected in the beaker. Give a reason.
(1 Mark)
……………………………………………………………………………………………
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g) State two industrial application of the method shown in (a) above. (2 Marks)
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14. a) What is the chemical name for rust? (1 Mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………
b) Study the set-up below and answer the questions that follow.

Oil layer Cotton wool

Cold water Nails Anhydrous calcium chloride

Tube I Tube II

i) State the observation made on both tubes after a day. (2 Marks)

Tube I: ……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………
Tube II: ………………………………………………………..…………………
……………………………………………………………………………………

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Tube I: ……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………
Tube II: ………………………………………………………..…………………
……………………………………………………………………………………
iii) Give two methods of preventing rusting. (2 Marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………
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iv) State two factors that accelerate rusting. (2 Marks)
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15. The diagram below represents part of the human digestive system.

Name the organs labeled K, L and M. (2mks)

K: ………………………………………………………………………………………………

L: ………………………………………………………………………………………………

M: ……………………………………………………………………………………………..

16. a) What is diffusion (2marks)

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25. How does diffusion gradient affect the rate of diffusion? (1mark)

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JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT

2ND TERM 2024
GRADE 8
SOCIAL STUDIES
END OF MAY ASSESSMENT

NAME: _______________________________________________________
SCHOOL: _____________________________________________________

ASSESSMENT NUMBER ____________________ DATE___________________

LEARNER’S INSTRUCTIONS
36. Write your name, School, Assessment Number and the exam date in the spaces provided above.

37. Answer all the questions in this paper.

38. Any rough work must be done in this paper.

39. All your answers must be written in the spaces provided in the question paper.
40. Writing and giving relevant examples is highly recommended.
41. It’s highly recommended to draw illustrations when explaining a concept.
42. Learners should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
43. Your answers must be clearly written (Legible) and well organized.
44. Use blue or black pens when writing answers and a pencil when drawing.

45. Learners must answer the questions in English.

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1. Mention five career opportunities related to social studies. (5 mks)

a. ___________________________ c____________________________
b. ____________________________ d___________________________
2. State three components of social studies? (3 mks)
a) _____________________ b_____________________ c
_________________
3. Some of the entrepreneurial opportunities for social studies in our society
include? (4 mks)
a. _____________________________ c_______________________________
b. ______________________________ d________________________________
4. State four factors that led to growth of Ancient Egypt Civilization. (4 mks)
a. _________________________________________________
b. ________________________________________________
c. _________________________________________________
d. ________________________________________________
5. State four contributions of early civilization to modern world. (4 mks)
a. _________________________________________________________________
____________
b. _________________________________________________________________
____________
c. _________________________________________________________________
____________
d. _________________________________________________________________
____________

6. Identify the stages of evolution of man.(2 mks)

a. ___________________________________
c_________________________________________
b. ___________________________________ d
________________________________________
7. State three Factors that led to the presence of Europeans in Africa. (3 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………………………
b. ……………………………………………………………………………………
c. ……………………………………………………………………………………..

8. List four continents in the worlds. (4 mks)

a)of______________________________
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b) _______________________________
d________________________________________

9. State the countries colonized by the following colonial masters. (7 mks)

Colonial masters Countries they colonized.

Britain
Belgium
Portugal
Germany
Italy.
Spain.
France

10. State four terms of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 on partitioning of

Africa.(4 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………………..
b. …………………………………………………………………………………………
c. …………………………………………………………………………………………
d. …………………………………………………………………………………………

11. Name the countries marked UVWX

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W-……………………………………………..

X-……………………………………………..

Y-……………………………………………..

Z-……………………………………………..

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12. State three importance of Democracy in the society. (3 mks)

a. ………………………………………………………………………………..
b. ………………………………………………………………………………..
c. ……………………………………………………………………………….
13. State three Importance of the Constitution.(3 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
b. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
c. …………………………………………………………………………………………

14. State three National Values provided in the Constitution of Kenya.(3 mks)
a. …………………………………………………………………………………….
b. …………………………………………………………………………………….
c. …………………………………………………………………………………….
15. Name two types of democracy.(2 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………………………
b. ……………………………………………………………………………………
16. What is the Role of Citizens in democracy representation.(3 mks)
a. ……………………………………………………………………………………..
b. ……………………………………………………………………………………..
c. ………………………………………………………………………………………
17. List down four proofs that the earth is spherical
a. …………………………………………………………………………………….
b. …………………………………………………………………………………….
c. …………………………………………………………………………………….
d. …………………………………………………………………………………….
18. Identify the following parts of internal structure of the earth

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19. The following ways can be used to promote equity and non-
discrimination in the society. Namely. (4 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
b. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
c. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
d. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
.
20. Describe three factors that contributed to the presence of African
Diasporas across the World. (3 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
b. ………………………………………………………………………………………….
c. …………………………………………………………………………………………

21. Africans in diaspora play an important role in the political development

in Africa. Mention at least three roles. (3 mks)
a. ………………………………………………………………………………..
b. ………………………………………………………………………………..
c. ………………………………………………………………………………..

22. NAME the following stage of evolution of man correctly

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23. State three Positive effects of globalization. (3 mks)

a. ……………………………………………………………………….
b. ……………………………………………………………………….
c. ……………………………………………………………………….

24. State the Negative effects of globalization include;(4 mks)

a. …………………………………………………………………………
b. …………………………………………………………………………
c. …………………………………………………………………………
d. …………………………………………………………………………
25. Mention three Qualities of a global citizen in the modern society.(3 mks)

a. ……………………………………………………………………………….
b. ……………………………………………………………………………….
c. ……………………………………………………………………………….

26. Who were the founders of OAU?(6 mks)

a. ……………………………………………………………………
b. ……………………………………………………………………
c. ……………………………………………………………………
d. ……………………………………………………………………
e. ……………………………………………………………………
f. ……………………………………………………………………

27. What is?

Evolution
………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………

Archaeological site or prehistoric site

…………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Archaeologists
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Fossils
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