Read the following passage and then answer the questions that follow. Swahili has been used as a means of communication in Africa for many centuries. It is said that Swahili originated on the East African coast as a result of intermarriages between the Bantu communities and Arabs who crossed the sea to conduct trade. Later, this language spread to the interior through trade activities, religious conversions, and missionary journeys. Today, Swahili is the national language in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda, and is also the official language of the East African Community. Although it is a second language for many, it is spoken by millions of people as a daily means of communication. However, the main challenge is that many people still do not appreciate its role in promoting culture and education. Many prefer foreign languages as a way to elevate their social status, a situation that prevents Swahili from getting enough space in formal settings such as courts and universities. To ensure Swahili continues to strengthen, it is important for everyone to take responsibility for using it correctly and spreading it through writing, speeches, and literature. Schools should place more emphasis on teaching Swahili so that the new generation can appreciate and use it fluently.

1. Write a suitable title for this passage (not more than five words) (1 mk)
2. What is the main problem discussed in the passage you have read? (1 mk)
3. Mention two ways in which Swahili spread according to the passage you have read. (1 mk)
4. Explain the meaning of the following words as used in the passage you have read. (1 mk)
5. Mawasiliano (1 mk)
6. Biashara (1 mk)
7. Lugha rasmi (1 mk)
8. Utamaduni (1 mk)
9. Ufasaha (1 mk)
10. Write a summary of the passage in not less than 40 and not more than 80 words. (1 mk)

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LANGUAGE USAGE AND WRITING ACCURACY 2. (a) Match List A with List B by constructing a correct concept. Indicate your answers using the box provided. Number (i) is given as an example. List A (i) A word used to express sudden emotions like surprise or pain. (ii) Words that are similar in meaning. (iii) A word that describes the quality of a noun, such as color or size. (iv) Words that connect two or more sentences. (v) A word that describes how something happens. (vi) A book that explains the meaning of words in alphabetical order. List B A. Prepositions B. Interjection C. Adverbs D. Synonyms E. Adjectives F. Dictionary Answers: List A (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) List B B (b) Examine the following conversation and fill in the blanks. Teacher: Welcome students, today we will talk about the importance of Swahili. Student: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher: Well, let's start by reading the text on the board. (c) The following sentences are ambiguous. Provide two meanings for each sentence to demonstrate this ambiguity. i. Baba amepanda miti

1. Match List A with List B by constructing a correct concept. Indicate your answers using the box provided. Number (i) is given as an example. (6 mk)
2. Examine the following conversation and fill in the blanks. (5 mk)
3. The following sentences are ambiguous. Provide two meanings for each sentence to demonstrate this ambiguity. (1 mk)
4. Baba amepanda miti (4 mk)

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Analyze the following table carefully and then fill in the blanks. | WORD | Root | Active Voice | Causative Voice (each other) | Passive Voice | | :----- | :--- | :----------- | :-------------------------- | :------------ | | Kucheka | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | | Penda | . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | | Kuimba | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | | Andik | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | Kuandikwa

1. Identify the types of words underlined in the following sentences. (5 mk)
2. Analyze the following table carefully and then fill in the blanks. (7 mk)
3. A dictionary can help in learning Kiswahili. State five benefits of using a dictionary in language learning. (4 mk)

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SECTION D (40 Marks) ORAL LITERATURE 4. (a) Oral literature has various branches used to educate society. Name five branches of oral literature that you know. (b) Write one proverb or idiom related to people's behavior according to the following descriptions: Type of Behavior | Relevant Proverb or Idiom (i) Being diligent at work | A. ...... (ii) Lacking patience | B. ...... (iii) Being ignorant | C. ...... (iv) Being honest | D. ...... (v) Being jealous | E. ...... (c) Read the following poem and analyze its theme Read diligently my child, May your life be smooth, Don't accept to be discouraged, While you are still healthy, Education is the light of life, It will take you to the peak. Don't prefer temporary pleasures, They will lead you to problems, Friends of pleasure will leave, When you lack money to afford, Think about the future today, So you don't blame tomorrow. 5 Don't waste your time, On useless things, Read textbooks, Learn new things, Life is like a journey, You need to be ready. Patience is the key to success, Don't judge hastily, Everything has its time, Until you reach your goal, Learn from others, So you gain knowledge. QUESTIONS i. What is the author's intention in this poem? ii. What annoys the author of this poem? iii. State one message the author conveys in this poem. iv. What does the author of this poem believe about a person's life? v. Explain one lesson you learn after reading this poem?

1. Oral literature has various branches used to educate society. Name five branches of oral literature you know. (5 mk)
2. Fasihi simulizi ina matawi mbalimbali yanayotumika kuelimisha jamii. Taja matawi matano ya fasihi simulizi unayoyafahamu. (10 mk)
3. Andika methali au nahau moja inayohusiana na tabia za watu kulingana na maelezo yafuatayo: Aina Ya Tabia | Methali au Nahau Inayohusika (i) Kuwa na bidii kazini A. . . . . . . . . . . . (ii) Kukosa subira B. . . . . . . . . . . . (iii) Kuwa na ujinga C. . . . . . . . . . . . (iv) Kuwa na uaminifu D. . . . . . . . . . . . (v) Kuwa na wivu E. . . . . . . . . . . . (5 mk)
4. Write one proverb or idiom related to people's behavior according to the following descriptions: (5 mk)
5. Read the following composition and analyze its theme. (30 mk)
6. Elezea fundisho moja unalolipata baada ya kusoma utungo huu. (10 mk)

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SECTION E (15 Marks) WRITING ESSAY/POEM 5. You are a second-year student who loves the Kiswahili language. Write a letter to the editor of the Taifa newspaper suggesting steps to strengthen the use of Kiswahili in your school. Give only three points.

1. Wewe ni mwanafunzi wa kidato cha pili na unapenda sana lugha ya Kiswahili. Andika barua kwa mhariri wa gazeti la Taifa ukipendekeza hatua za kuimarisha matumizi ya Kiswahili katika shule yako. Toa hoja tatu tu. (15 mk)

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