Grade 7 English questions and answers

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• Grammar11
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• Conjunctions8
• Figurative Language7
• Inferential Comprehension7
• Vocabulary6
• Prepositions6
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1. Question 1

   15 marks

   Write a composition ending with the following words: "...I vowed never to disobey my parents again."

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   Rubric: Content (5 marks), Language (5 marks), Organization (3 marks), Style (2 marks). Total: 15 marks.

2. Question 2

   15 marks

   Write a letter to your head of school suggesting ways to improve the school library. In your letter, include: - Current problems with the library - At least three suggestions for improvement - Benefits of a good library

   Marking scheme

   Rubric: Format (3 marks), Content (5 marks), Language (4 marks), Tone (3 marks). Total: 15 marks.

3. Question 3

   15 marks

   Write a composition beginning with: "The morning started like any other day, but little did I know that it would turn out to be the most exciting day of my life..."

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   Rubric: Content (5 marks), Language (5 marks), Organization (3 marks), Style (2 marks). Total: 15 marks.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   "Trees provide shade, purify air, prevent soil erosion, and are home to many animals. Cutting down trees without replanting leads to environmental problems."

   The main idea of this passage is:

   A. Animals live in trees

   B. Soil erosion is bad

   C. Trees are important and should be preserved

   D. Trees provide shade

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   "Kenya's wildlife is a major tourist attraction. Every year, millions of tourists visit national parks like the Maasai Mara and Amboseli."

   The main idea is:

   A. Kenya has national parks

   B. Wildlife tourism is important to Kenya

   C. Amboseli is beautiful

   D. Tourists like the Maasai Mara

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   "Water conservation is essential because water scarcity affects millions of people worldwide. Simple actions like fixing leaking taps can help."

   The author's purpose is to:

   A. describe water

   B. tell a story about water

   C. entertain the reader

   D. persuade people to conserve water

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   "Long ago, before the coming of the railway, people in East Africa used donkeys and camels to transport goods."

   The author's purpose is to:

   A. persuade

   B. give historical information

   C. advertise

   D. entertain

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   "The tortoise challenged the hare to a race. The hare laughed, sure of winning..."

   The purpose of this text is to:

   A. inform

   B. give instructions

   C. advertise

   D. entertain and teach a moral

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   "When Jane arrived home, she found the door unlocked and muddy footprints on the floor."

   What can we infer?

   A. Jane was dirty

   B. It was raining

   C. Someone had been in the house

   D. Jane forgot to lock the door

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    "The farmer planted maize in March. By August, the crop was ready for harvesting."

    How long did the maize take to mature?

    A. Eight months

    B. Six months

    C. Five months

    D. Three months

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Which word has the stress on the first syllable?

    A. aBOVE

    B. TAble

    C. beLOW

    D. aGREE

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Which word has the stress on the second syllable?

    A. baNAna

    B. TAble

    C. DOCtor

    D. PENcil

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Which word has the stress on the first syllable?

    A. MONkey

    B. toLET

    C. comPUter

    D. beFORE

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    Which pair of words rhyme?

    A. pen / pan

    B. cat / cut

    C. big / bag

    D. moon / soon

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Which pair of words rhyme?

    A. come / home

    B. love / move

    C. food / good

    D. bright / light

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    Which pair of words rhyme?

    A. one / gone

    B. go / do

    C. put / but

    D. day / say

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17. Question 17

    1 mark

    Which pair of words rhyme?

    A. cough / rough

    B. bread / bead

    C. hear / bear

    D. weight / great

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18. Question 18

    1 mark

    A rising intonation is used in:

    A. exclamations

    B. statements

    C. commands

    D. yes/no questions

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19. Question 19

    1 mark

    A falling intonation is used in:

    A. statements and commands

    B. tag questions

    C. yes/no questions

    D. greetings only

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20. Question 20

    1 mark

    "Would you like some tea?" uses:

    A. no intonation

    B. flat intonation

    C. rising intonation

    D. falling intonation

    (1 mark)

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21. Question 21

    1 mark

    Polite conversation requires:

    A. arguing

    B. shouting

    C. turn-taking

    D. interrupting

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22. Question 22

    1 mark

    When you disagree with someone politely, you can say:

    A. That's stupid!

    B. Whatever.

    C. You are wrong!

    D. I don't think so, but...

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23. Question 23

    1 mark

    _______ Nile is the longest river in Africa.

    A. No article

    B. A

    C. The

    D. An

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24. Question 24

    1 mark

    She wants to be _______ engineer.

    A. the

    B. an

    C. no article

    D. a

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25. Question 25

    1 mark

    _______ Mount Kenya is in Central Kenya.

    A. A

    B. No article

    C. The

    D. An

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26. Question 26

    1 mark

    He is _______ honest man.

    A. an

    B. a

    C. no article

    D. the

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27. Question 27

    1 mark

    Which word has the stress on the second syllable?

    A. comPUter

    B. HOSpital

    C. WINdow

    D. BEAUtiful

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28. Question 28

    1 mark

    "Conservation of forests is critical for climate stability."

    The author's purpose is to:

    A. describe a person

    B. tell a funny story

    C. inform and persuade

    D. give cooking instructions

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29. Question 29

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a composition beginning: 'The day I will never forget...'

    (15 marks)

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30. Question 30

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a composition about: 'The importance of education in our society.'

    (15 marks)

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    Marking guide: Content, Organisation, Language, Mechanics

31. Question 31

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a letter to your friend inviting them to visit you during the holidays.

    (15 marks)

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32. Question 32

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a composition describing your favourite place in Kenya.

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33. Question 33

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a story ending with: '...and from that day, I learned to always tell the truth.'

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34. Question 34

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a letter to the County Education Officer requesting for books for your school library.

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35. Question 35

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a composition about: 'A person I admire most.'

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36. Question 36

    15 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a story beginning: 'When I woke up that morning, I knew something was different...'

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37. Question 37

    5 marks

    Read the following oral narrative and answer the questions that follow.

    Long ago, Hare and Elephant were friends. One day, Hare told Elephant he could pull him across the river using a rope. Elephant laughed but agreed. Unknown to Elephant, Hare had made the same bet with Hippo on the other side. He tied one end of the rope to Elephant and the other to Hippo. Both animals pulled with all their might, thinking they were pulling Hare. When they finally gave up, Hare declared himself the winner.

    (a) Identify the trickster in this story. (1 mark)

    (b) What moral lesson does this story teach? (2 marks)

    (c) Describe one character trait of Hare in this story. (2 marks)

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    (a) The trickster is Hare.

    (b) Brains can overcome brute strength. / Cleverness can triumph over physical power.

    (c) Hare is cunning/clever — he tricks both Elephant and Hippo into a contest they cannot win.

38. Question 38

    3 marks

    Read the following oral narrative and answer the questions.

    In the beginning, the Sky and the Earth were close together. People could reach up and touch the Sky. But a woman kept hitting the Sky with her pestle while pounding grain. The Sky became angry and moved far away. That is why the sky is now so high above us.

    (a) What type of oral narrative is this? (1 mark)

    (b) What caused the Sky to move away? (2 marks)

    (3 marks)

    Marking scheme

    (a) This is an origin story / etiological narrative — it explains why the sky is far away.

    (b) A woman kept hitting the Sky with her pestle while pounding grain, which made the Sky angry.

39. Question 39

    4 marks

    Read the following narrative and answer the questions.

    A greedy hyena once found two paths, each leading to a different feast. Unable to choose, he decided to follow both paths at once by splitting himself in two. He ended up at neither feast and went hungry.

    (a) What lesson does this story teach? (2 marks)

    (b) Identify a character trait of the hyena. (2 marks)

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    (a) Greed leads to loss. / Trying to have everything may result in having nothing.

    (b) The hyena is greedy — he wanted to attend both feasts instead of choosing one.

40. Question 40

    3 marks

    Read the poem and answer the questions.

    "The Rain"

    The rain comes down in silver streams,

    It waters all the land,

    It makes the rivers overflow,

    And turns the dust to sand.

    (a) Identify the rhyme scheme of this poem. (1 mark)

    (b) What is the poem about? (2 marks)

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    (a) The rhyme scheme is ABCB (streams/land/overflow/sand — land and sand rhyme).

    (b) The poem is about rain and its effects on the land — watering the land, making rivers overflow, and turning dust to sand.

41. Question 41

    9 marks

    Read the excerpt from a play and answer the questions.

    MAMA: (angrily) Where have you been? School closed three hours ago!

    BRIAN: (looking down) I... I was at the library, Mama.

    MAMA: (suspiciously) The library? Every day this week?

    BRIAN: (nervously) Yes, Mama. I have exams next week.

    (a) What dramatic device is used in the bracketed words? (1 mark)

    (b) Describe Mama's character as shown in this excerpt. (2 marks)

    (c) What is the theme of this excerpt? (2 marks)

    (d) How does Brian feel? Support your answer. (2 marks)

    (e) Explain the significance of the dialogue in this scene. (2 marks)

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    Marking scheme

    (a) Stage directions — they describe actions, emotions, and tone (e.g., "angrily", "looking down").

    (b) Mama is protective and suspicious — she is worried about Brian's late arrival and questions his explanation.

    (c) Parent-child trust / responsibility — Mama is concerned about Brian's whereabouts while Brian tries to explain himself.

    (d) Brian feels nervous and possibly guilty — he looks down and speaks hesitantly ("I... I was").

    (e) The dialogue reveals the conflict between Mama and Brian, showing Mama's suspicion and Brian's attempt to justify his lateness.

42. Question 42

    14 marks

    Answer the following questions based on your class novella.

    (a) Describe the main character. (3 marks)

    (b) Explain the main conflict in the novella. (3 marks)

    (c) Identify the main theme in the novella and explain how it is developed. (3 marks)

    (d) Describe the setting of the novella and its significance. (2 marks)

    (e) How does the story end? Do you think the ending is satisfactory? Give reasons. (3 marks)

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    (a) The main character should be described in terms of physical appearance, personality traits, and role in the story.

    (b) Identify the central problem: person vs person, person vs nature, or person vs society. Explain how it drives the plot.

    (c) State the theme and give specific events or character actions that develop it.

    (d) Describe where and when the story takes place and how the setting affects the plot.

    (e) Summarize the ending and give a reasoned opinion with evidence from the text.

43. Question 43

    1 mark

    "Climate change refers to long-term shifts in global temperatures and weather patterns. While some natural processes cause these shifts, human activities have become the main driver since the 20th century."

    The main idea of this passage is:

    A. Natural processes alone cause climate change.

    B. Human activities are the only cause of climate change.

    C. Climate change involves long-term shifts mainly driven by human activities.

    D. Climate change began in the 21st century.

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44. Question 44

    1 mark

    "We must act now to protect our forests. Without trees, our air will become polluted, rivers will dry up, and wildlife will disappear."

    The author's purpose in writing this is:

    A. to describe what forests look like

    B. to persuade readers to protect forests

    C. to inform readers about forests

    D. to entertain with a story about forests

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45. Question 45

    1 mark

    "The annual rainfall in the Lake Victoria basin averages 1,200mm. This supports lush vegetation and diverse wildlife."

    What supports lush vegetation in the Lake Victoria basin?

    A. High temperatures

    B. High annual rainfall

    C. The lake's size

    D. Diverse wildlife

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46. Question 46

    1 mark

    In the word "photography", the stress falls on:

    A. the fourth syllable

    B. the second syllable (-TO-)

    C. the third syllable (-GRA-)

    D. the first syllable (PHO-)

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47. Question 47

    1 mark

    Which pair of words rhyme?

    A. bough — now

    B. through — rough

    C. cough — tough

    D. though — go

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48. Question 48

    1 mark

    In the sentence "Are you SERIOUS?!" with rising-falling intonation, the speaker is expressing:

    A. genuine curiosity

    B. boredom

    C. surprise or disbelief

    D. agreement

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49. Question 49

    1 mark

    Which is the MOST appropriate way to begin a formal speech?

    A. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen...

    B. Hey guys, so...

    C. OK so I'll be talking about...

    D. Listen up everyone...

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50. Question 50

    1 mark

    Choose the correct article: "_______ knowledge is power."

    A. A

    B. An

    C. The

    D. No article

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51. Question 51

    20 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a narrative essay about 'An Unexpected Adventure'.

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52. Question 52

    20 marks

    Write a composition on the following topic:

    Write a letter to your Member of County Assembly about a problem affecting your community.

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53. Question 53

    10 marks

    Describe a person who has greatly influenced your life.

    Include: who they are, what they did, and how they influenced you.

    (10 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Well-developed paragraphs with specific examples and personal reflection.

54. Question 54

    10 marks

    Write an imaginative story beginning with:

    "The old man looked at the map and smiled. He knew exactly where the treasure was."

    (10 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Creative story with a clear plot, vivid description, and satisfying ending.

55. Question 55

    1 mark

    In trickster tales, the trickster character usually:

    A. is always caught and punished

    B. is the strongest character

    C. uses wit and cunning to outsmart stronger characters

    D. always tells the truth

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56. Question 56

    1 mark

    Which element is MOST common in origin stories?

    A. A journey to another country

    B. A crime mystery

    C. An explanation of how something in nature began

    D. A love story

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57. Question 57

    1 mark

    A moral tale primarily aims to:

    A. teach a lesson about right behaviour

    B. make the audience laugh

    C. describe historical events

    D. entertain with action

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58. Question 58

    1 mark

    The theme of a poem is:

    A. the rhyming pattern

    B. the poet's name

    C. the central message or idea

    D. the number of stanzas

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59. Question 59

    1 mark

    A soliloquy in a play is:

    A. when a character speaks their thoughts aloud to the audience

    B. a scene change

    C. a conversation between two characters

    D. a stage direction

    (1 mark)

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    A. Soliloquy = character speaks thoughts aloud to audience

60. Question 60

    1 mark

    Stage directions in a play are:

    A. the words spoken by characters

    B. instructions telling actors how to move and speak

    C. the audience's reaction

    D. the title of the play

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61. Question 61

    1 mark

    The protagonist of a play is:

    A. the villain

    B. the narrator

    C. the director

    D. the main character

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62. Question 62

    4 marks

    From the play you have read, identify ONE dramatic device used by the playwright.

    (a) Name the device. (1 mark)

    (b) Give an example from the play. (1 mark)

    (c) Explain its effect on the audience. (2 marks)

    (4 marks)

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    Accept: soliloquy, dramatic irony, aside, foreshadowing, etc. Credit specific example + clear explanation of effect.

63. Question 63

    1 mark

    The main difference between a novel and a novella is:

    A. language used

    B. the ending

    C. length (a novella is shorter)

    D. the subject matter

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64. Question 64

    1 mark

    The antagonist of a story is:

    A. the author

    B. the narrator

    C. the character who opposes the protagonist

    D. the main character

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65. Question 65

    1 mark

    Which reading strategy involves reading quickly to get the general idea?

    A. Skimming

    B. Close reading

    C. Annotating

    D. Scanning

    (1 mark)

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