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Kiswahili · Paper 1 · 2019

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Section A

1. 1 mark

Which of the following is an unpublished document?

A. Barnes, D. (1982). Practical Curriculum Study: Routledge and Kegan Paul: London.
B. Bajumuzi, J. (2002). Performance of the Visually Impaired Pupils in Tanzania. Dar es Salaam.
C. Njabili, F. A. (1993). Practical Guide for Classroom Measurement and Testing. The Basic Essentials. Dar es Salaam: Mture Publishers.
D. Morsh, C. J. (1977). Planning Management and Ideology: Key Concepts for Understanding Curriculum. UK: Falmer Press.
E. Collaborating with others in socially acceptable actions
2. 1 mark

Which organization published the 'Education and Training Policy' in 1995?

A. Institute of Curriculum Development.
B. Ministry of Education and Culture.
C. Tanzania Institute of Education.
D. East Africa Community.
3. 1 mark

According to the references, what does 'NCDF' stand for?

A. National Curriculum Development Framework
B. New Curriculum Development Framework
C. National Core Development Framework
D. New Core Development Framework
4. 1 mark

Which document discusses 'Harmonised Curriculum Structures and Framework for East Africa Community. Primary Education for East Africa'?

A. East Africa Community. (2013). Draft Harmonised Curriculum Structures and Framework for East Africa Community. Primary Education for East Africa.
B. Ministry of Education and Culture. (2003). Education Sector Development Plan: Primary Education Development Plan: Designs for the Improvement of Quality of Primary Education.
C. Tanzania Institute of Education. (2014). Report of the Workshop for Policy Makers and Curriculum Implementers on the Review of Pre-primary and Primary Curriculum.
D. UNICEF. (2004). Report on Baseline Survey on Gender. Sexuality. HIV/AIDS and Life Skills in Basic Education in Tanzania Mainland.
5. 1 mark

In which year was the 'Report of the Workshop for Curriculum Implementers and Supervisors on the Review of Pre-primary and Primary Curriculum' published?

A. 2004
B. 2014
C. 1999
D. 2001
6. 1 mark

The reference 'Taasisi ya Elimu Tanzania. (1999). Ripoti ya Ufuatiliaji wa Muundo Mpya wa Masomo katika Shule za Msingi Tanzania Bara. Dar es Salaam. (Andiko Lisilochapishwa).' is in which language?

A. English
B. Swahili
C. Both English and Swahili
D. French
7. 1 mark

Which of the following documents is related to HIV/AIDS awareness in education?

A. Taasisi ya Elimu Tanzania. (2003). Ripoti ya Warsha ya Kudurusu Mada za Elimu Dhidi ya Ukimwi katika Masomo Chukuzi kwa Shule za Msingi na Sekondari.
B. Ministry of Education and Culture. (1995). Education and Training Policy.
C. Tanzania Institute of Education. (2004). NCDF: A Guide to Innovative Teaching and Learning.
D. Institute of Curriculum Development. (1990). A summary Report on Baseline Survey on Primary, Secondary and Teacher Education Curriculum Reform in Tanzania Mainland.
8. 1 mark

The document 'Practical Guide for Classroom Measurement and Testing' was authored by:

A. F. A. Njabili
B. J. Bajumuzi
C. D. Barnes
D. C. J. Morsh
9. 1 mark

The 'Primary Education Development Programme (2002-2006)' is a component of which larger plan?

A. Education and Training Policy.
B. Education Sector Development Plan.
C. National Curriculum Framework.
D. Draft Harmonised Curriculum Structures and Framework for East Africa Community.
10. 1 mark

Which reference is from the year 2019?

A. Tanzania Institute of Education. (2014). Report of the Workshop for Policy Makers and Curriculum Implementers on the Review of Pre-primary and Primary Curriculum (unpublished Document).
B. Tanzania Institute of Education. (2019). National Curriculum Framework for Basic and Teacher Education. (unpublished Document).
C. East Africa Community. (2013). Draft Harmonised Curriculum Structures and Framework for East Africa Community. Primary Education for East Africa.
D. Wizara ya Elimu na Mafunzo ya Ufundi. (2014). Sera ya Elimu na Mafunzo. Dar- es-Salaam: WyEMU.
16. 0 marks

a) Use money wisely. b) Save money formally, e.g. in a bank or mobile money.

  1. Kutumia fedha kwa welevu. (0 mk)
  2. Kuhifadhi fedha kwa njia rasmi, mfano katika benki au simu (0 mk)

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17. 0 marks

a) Maintain peace. b) Identify the effects of lack of peace.

  1. Kutunza amani. (0 mk)
  2. Kubaini athari za kukosekana amani (0 mk)

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18. 0 marks

a) Identify road and traffic signs. b) Use roads, vehicles, signs, and their indicators correctly.

  1. Kubaini alama na ishara za usalama barabarani. (0 mk)
  2. Kutumia barabara, vyombo, alama, pamoja na ishara zake (0 mk)

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19. 0 marks

a) Analyze the child's basic rights. b) Identify the negative consequences of a child not fulfilling their responsibilities.

  1. Kuchambua haki za msingi za mtoto. (0 mk)
  2. Kubaini madhara ya kutowajibika kama mtoto. (0 mk)

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20. 0 marks

a) Identify one's gender. b) Analyze gender roles.

  1. Kubaini jinsi yake. (0 mk)
  2. Kuchambua uhusiano wa kijinsia. (0 mk)

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Section B

11. 4 marks

Based on the provided reference list, answer the following questions: a) Identify two documents related to curriculum reform in Tanzania. b) What is the publication year for the 'Education Sector Development Plan: Primary Education Development Plan: Designs for the Improvement of Quality of Primary Education'?

  1. List five examples of cross-cutting issue clubs mentioned in the text. (5 mk)
  2. Identify two documents related to curriculum reform in Tanzania. (2 mk)
  3. Kufuata taratibu kuepuka ugomvi (0 mk)
  4. What is the publication year for the 'Education Sector Development Plan: Primary Education Development Plan: Designs for the Improvement of Quality of Primary Education'? (2 mk)
  5. Describe the competencies related to Environmental Education in lower primary classes (Standards III-IV). (2 mk)
  6. Describe the competencies related to Environmental Education in upper primary classes (Standards V-VII). (3 mk)

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12. 4 marks

From the reference list: a) Which document focuses on the performance of visually impaired pupils? b) Name the organization that published the 'National Curriculum Framework for Basic and Teacher Education' in 2019.

  1. For how many years is the primary education curriculum implemented? (1 mk)
  2. Which document focuses on the performance of visually impaired pupils? (2 mk)
  3. Name the organization that published the 'National Curriculum Framework for Basic and Teacher Education' in 2019. (2 mk)
  4. How many weeks and days will a student study per year? (2 mk)
  5. What is the purpose of the time allocated for learning? (1 mk)
  6. Who is expected to contribute financially and materially for the implementation of the curriculum? (2 mk)
  7. What is assessment in the teaching and learning process? (1 mk)
  8. List at least four tools that can be used for assessment. (2 mk)
  9. Name the five types of student development assessment mentioned. (2 mk)
  10. What is the main purpose of continuous assessment? (1 mk)
  11. In which grades will national assessment be conducted? (1 mk)
  12. When is initial assessment conducted? (1 mk)
  13. What is the purpose of initial assessment? (1 mk)
  14. What is the purpose of diagnostic and formative assessment? (2 mk)
  15. When might the help of a health professional be needed in the context of assessment? (1 mk)

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13. 4 marks

Examine the provided references and answer: a) List two references from the 'Ministry of Education and Culture'. b) Identify a document that deals with assessment and examination.

  1. List two references from the 'Ministry of Education and Culture'. (2 mk)
  2. At which levels of primary education is national assessment conducted? (1 mk)
  3. What are the expected competencies for a Standard II student in reading? (0 mk)
  4. Identify a document that deals with assessment and examination. (2 mk)
  5. Who prepares the national assessment and ensures uniform scheduling across the country? (1 mk)
  6. What is the general aim of the national assessment at the end of Class II? (1 mk)
  7. What are the expected competencies for a Standard II student in numeracy? (0 mk)
  8. How will the results of the Class II national assessment be used? (1 mk)
  9. List the specific reading proficiencies expected of a Class II student. (4 mk)

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Section C

14. 4 marks

Refer to the list of references. Identify the following: a) Two different reports of workshops held in 2014 concerning the review of pre-primary and primary curriculum. b) A document related to gender, sexuality, HIV/AIDS, and life skills in basic education.

  1. Kubaini jinsi yake. (0 mk)
  2. Introduction (0 mk)
  3. Two different reports of workshops held in 2014 concerning the review of pre-primary and primary curriculum. (2 mk)
  4. Responsibilities of Central and Local Governments (0 mk)
  5. Kubainisha tofauti za kijinsia (0 mk)
  6. A document related to gender, sexuality, HIV/AIDS, and life skills in basic education. (2 mk)
  7. Continuous Curriculum Training for Implementers (0 mk)
  8. Describe the competency related to Globalization Education in lower primary classes (Standards III-IV). (1 mk)
  9. Monitoring and Evaluation of the Primary Education Curriculum (0 mk)
  10. Describe the competency related to Globalization Education in upper primary classes (Standards V-VII). (1 mk)

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15. 4 marks

Using the provided reference list: a) Identify a book published by Routledge and Kegan Paul. b) What is the title of the document published by Wizara ya Elimu na Mafunzo ya Ufundi in 1998?

  1. Introduction (0 mk)
  2. Identify a book published by Routledge and Kegan Paul. (2 mk)
  3. Based on the table, what are the three main areas to be assessed in Kiswahili? (3 mk)
  4. Criteria and Measurement Standards (0 mk)
  5. According to the criteria for Kiswahili, what specific skills are assessed under 'Communicating in various contexts'? (3 mk)
  6. What is the title of the document published by Wizara ya Elimu na Mafunzo ya Ufundi in 1998? (2 mk)
  7. For English, what are the two specific abilities a pupil will be assessed on regarding comprehending oral and written information? (2 mk)

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Section D

0. 3 marks

According to section 12.2.1, list any three abilities a proficient teacher should demonstrate in teaching.

  1. Preparing students for learning KKK (kusoma, kuandika, kuhesabu - reading, writing, arithmetic). (1 mk)
  2. Linking the skills of reading, writing, and arithmetic. (1 mk)
  3. Creating and adapting teaching and learning tools for various skills. (1 mk)
  4. Linking various skills with the context of teaching and learning. (1 mk)
  5. Teaching students of different abilities. (1 mk)
  6. Using information and communication technology in teaching. (1 mk)
  7. Preparing a work plan and a lesson plan for the subject being taught. (1 mk)

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51. 5 marks

According to the text, what are the five main aims of developing extracurricular activities in schools?

  1. To bring out students' talents and creativity. (1 mk)
  2. To develop students' personal talents such as acting, dancing, singing, playing sports, and designing and making various items. (1 mk)
  3. To enable students to refresh their minds and bodies. (1 mk)
  4. To enable students to learn various things through practical activities. (1 mk)
  5. To foster students' personal drive to enjoy other academic subjects. (1 mk)

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52. 4 marks

According to section 12.2, what are the four main categories of resources for implementing the primary education curriculum?

  1. Human resources (1 mk)
  2. Material resources (1 mk)
  3. Time (1 mk)
  4. Financial resources (1 mk)

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