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FUNCTIONAL WRITING
1. FUNCTIONAL WRITING
The K.C.S.E results have just been released. You attained an A-. You see an advertisement in a
newspaper for an intake to join Kenyatta University for a degree programme in Actuarial Science.
Write a letter of inquiry to The Dean of Studies, inquire about the next intake dates, the fees per
semester and whether they offer accommodation. (20marks)
IT SHOULD BE A FORMAL LETTER.
FORMAT- 4 MARKS
Or Dear Madam,
Complementary close.
Yours faithfully
Signature 1mk
Name
Designation
CONTENT 08MKS
The content should capture the following.
1. Mention of the specific Newspaper where he/she say th advertisement and its date.
1mk
2. Inquiry about the next intake- 2mks
3. Inquiry on whether they offer accommodation. 2mks
4. Inquiry on the fees per semester. 2mks
5. Closing remark. 1mk
LANGUAGE 08 MKS.
Communicate accurately.
Use proficient language structure.
Ensure coherency. SAMPLE
Use appropriate punctuation.
Use a formal tone.
P.O.BOX 1234-01000,
THIKA.
24TH JULY,2023.
The Dean of Studies,
Kenyatta University,
P.O. Box 43844-00100,
Nairobi.
Dear Sir,
RE: INQUIRY ON INTAKE AND ADMISSION TO ACTUARIAL SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMME.
I am writing to inquire about the upcoming intake for the Actuarial Science degree programme at
Kenyatta University. I recently received my K.C.S.E results and was delighted to have achieved an A-
grade. After careful consideration, I have chosen to pursue my higher education in Actuarial
Science, and Kenyatta University is my preferred institution for this course.
To assist me in planning my academic journey, I would appreciate it if you could provide me with
the following information:
Intake Dates: Could you please inform me of the dates for the next intake for the Actuarial Science
degree programme? It would be helpful to know the specific timeframe when applications will be
accepted, and if possible, the commencement date for the programme.
Semester Fees: Kindly provide details regarding the fee structure for each semester of the Actuarial
Science degree programme. I would like to have a clear understanding of the financial obligations
associated with pursuing this course. Additionally, it would be helpful to know if there are any
scholarships or financial aid opportunities available for outstanding students.
Accommodation: I am considering residing on campus during my studies. Therefore, I would like to
inquire if Kenyatta University offers accommodation facilities for students enrolled in the Actuarial
Science programme. If so, could you provide me with information regarding the types of
accommodation available, the associated costs, and the application process?
I am excited about the opportunity to study at Kenyatta University and believe that the Actuarial
Science programme will equip me with the knowledge and skills required to excel in this field. As an
institution renowned for its academic excellence and commitment to nurturing talented
individuals, I am confident that Kenyatta University will provide a conducive learning environment
for me to achieve my goals.
Thank you in advance for your time and assistance in addressing my inquiries. I look forward to
receiving your response at your earliest convenience. Should you require any further
documentation or information from my end, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Yours faithfully,
[sign]
North West Woods.
ORAL SKILLS
Read the poem below and answer the question that follows. (10mks)
A MINOR BIRD
I have wished a bird would fly away,
And not sing by my house all day,
Have clapped my hands at him from the door.
When it seems as if I could bear no more.
QUESTIONS
1. Identify and illustrate two sound patterns used in the poem. (2mks)
Alliteration- Wished, would /w/
Have, hand, him /h/
Bird, blame /b/
Silence, song /s/
Assonance- By, my /ai/
Clapped, hands /æ/
Been, me /i:/
4. For each of the following words used in the poem, provide another that is pronounced the
same way. (2mks)
a) Not- knot
b) Course- coarse
B. Imagine that your class is having a talk on career choices. The speaker keeps asking the
students to pay attention. Give five indicators that inform the speaker that his/her listeners
are not attentive. (5mks)
The students are fidgeting.
The students were looking at their watches.
The students were yawning.
The students were murmuring.
The students were staring blankly.
The students were dosing.
D. For each of the following letters provide a word in which the letter is silent. (3mks)
i. P- Pneumonia, psychiatrist, psychology.
ii. G- Gnaw,
iii. K- Knife, knew, knot.
E. Read the following conversation between Njoroge and the secretary of Walimu Wema
College and answer the questions that follow.
Njoroge: Hello.
Secretary: Hello. Who are you?
Njoroge; I am Njoroge Kamau. Is that Walimu Wema College?
Secretary: Yes, what do you want?
Njoroge: I would like to talk to the prin…
Secretary: The principal is not in.
Njoroge: I wanted to enquire the requirements for joining the college.
Secretary: There’s no room for more students.
Njoroge: Could you kindly tell me about the next intake?
Secretary: I don’t know. You will see the advert in the newspaper. (hangs up)