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REGIONAL MOCK FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION 2023

(MOCK 2)

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER ONE (50mks)

SECTION 1: DICTATION (10mks)

Listen attentively as the passage is read which contains the letters and sounds of the alphabet and write it down neatly. Take note
of punctuation and spelling of words correctly.
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SECTION 2: HANDWRITING (10mks)
There are different ways of writing. Neatly copy this paragraph in the space below using
either the cursive writing pattern or the upright un-joint script.
Most people have forgotten the importance of religious celebrations and their significance. They concentrate more on
merry making and feast. It is time we start thinking of the spiritual importance of such celebrations.
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SECTION 3: GUIDED WRITING (10mks)
Using the skills acquired from guided writing and your creativity, on a story of a farmer’s son
called Evina. Use suitable words to complete the short story.
One day, Evina __________________ coming home from _________________. He met an
old man lying by the __________________. The old Man was really _________________. He had
fallen and ________________________ his back. Evina ___________________ him to a nearby
hospital. The old man was really ___________________ with him. He said, “my son what is
your____________________? Where do you __________________from? The child responded “my
name is Evina, my father is a ________________ in the village school” The old man blessed him.

SECTION 4: COMPOSITION (20mks)

Nowadays people move from villages to towns because of so many factors; education, electricity,
portable water, good roads, health facilities and job opportunities. Write a composition of not less
than 100 words on the topic ¨Why people move from villages to towns¨
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 MARKING GUIDE
Proposed answers for mock 2
English Language paper I (Guided writing 10mks)

1) was
2) School
3) Road side
4) Sick , injured
5) Broken, hurt
6) Took
7) Pleased , happy
8) Name
9) Come
10) Teacher.
 DICTATION PASSAGE
A School farm is a small piece of land located around the school for agricultural reasons:
Learners learn various farming skills and techniques on them through practical works. There are also
specially made lanes that flowers are planted in the school called flower beds. These flowers beautify
the school environment and can also be used for medicinal purposes