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FINAL EXAMINATION SAMPLE QUESTION

SET 1

COURSE : ENGLISH FOR WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

CODE : OUMH1203

DURATION : 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

1. This question paper is set in English. ANSWER in ENGLISH ONLY.

2. This question paper consists of THREE Parts - PART A, PART B and PART C. Read
CAREFULLY the instructions for each PART.

3. Write your answers in the Answer Booklet provided.

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PART A

INSTRUCTIONS
Part A contains FIVE questions. Answer ALL questions.

QUESTIONS Marks
1. Give TWO characteristics of a good research paper.
(4)

2. What is the difference between a topic sentence and a thesis statement?

(4)

3. Explain what is meant by order of emphasis with reference to a

research paper.
(4)

4. Complete the sentence below.

The internet cannot replace books even though it is easy to access

electronic information available. This is because __________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
(4)

5. A good piece of writing makes your reader want to continue reading

and read more. The key is to use plain and clear English.
Explain FOUR ways to write in plain and clear English.
(4)
(Total: 20)

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PART B

INSTRUCTIONS
Part B contains THREE questions. Answer TWO questions ONLY.

QUESTIONS Marks
1. There is a revival of interest in local food culture in many countries across the

world. People now realize that their culinary cultures can contribute to

enriching human life in general.

How do you think your own food culture can contribute to this movement?

Discuss.

(Total: 10)

2. If you could change one thing about your hometown, what would you change?

Support your answer with sound reasoning and examples.

(Total: 10)

3. Not everything that is learned is contained in books Do you agree with this
statement? State and elaborate your stand.
(Total: 10)

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PART C

INSTRUCTIONS
Part C contains TWO questions. Answer ONE question ONLY.

QUESTIONS Marks

1. Write a brief and persuasive email to the Chief Operating Officer of a

Canadian company to convince him that your country is the ideal place

for him to invest.

(Total: 10)

2. A persistent increase in the crime rate shows that the education system

has failed. Do you agree or disagree? Discuss.

(Total: 10)

END OF QUESTION PAPER