MOCK EXAMINATION 2023
JUNIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION
STUDENT NAME
CENTRE
CLASS
TARGET
ENGLISH
PAPER 1
EXAMINATION DURATION:1 HOUR 15 MINUTES
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST
Write your full name on this paper in the space provided above.
Use HB pencil ONLY. Do not use ink.
Read through the questions carefully before choosing an
answer.
Attempt ALL questions on the answer sheet provided.
The total number of marks for this paper is 40marks
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TOTAL MARKS
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Use the following question 1 to 15 to test your grammar.
1. This photograph, ____ I took five years ago, shows the
harbour quite well.
A) who
B) when
C) which
D) what
2. The patient ____ by the doctor.
A) has being examined
B) has examined
C) has examined
D) has been examined
3. They haven’t drunk anything ____.
A) since five hours
B) since yesterday morning
C) for five o’clock
D) for yesterday morning
4. John has written a novel and ____ .
A) so his sister, has
B) so got married his sister
C) so has his sister
D) so did his sister
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5. Rose didn’t do anything yesterday, and ____ .
A) nor James
B) neither James
C) James didn’t either
D) James hadn’t either
6. He ____ less work than his wife.
A) made
B) made a
C) was
D) did
7. Most of my students would rather ____ .
A) play than study
B) play than studies
C) plays than study
D) to play than to study
8. Does anybody know where ____ ?
A) are they meeting
B) do they meet
C) will they meet
D) they will meet
9. I think the roof needs ____ .
A) mending
B) to mend
C) be mended
D) to be mending
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10. She had the servant ____ the windows.
A) to clean
B) clean
C) cleans
D) cleaned
Use the short story extract from Stories Alive to answer questions that follow.
Samantha lived in a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and a crystal-clear river. She
was known for her curiosity and love for nature. One sunny morning, while exploring the
woods, she stumbled upon an old journal hidden beneath a pile of leaves. The journal belonged
to a botanist named Dr. Edmund who had lived in the village decades ago. Dr. Edmund's journal
was filled with detailed descriptions of various plants, their habitats, and the medicinal
properties they possessed. Samantha was captivated by the journal's contents and decided to
follow in Dr. Edmund's footsteps. She spent her days identifying plants, collecting samples,
and learning about their uses.
As the years went by, Samantha's knowledge grew, and she became a respected botanist herself.
She started giving lectures, wrote books, and even helped create a community garden filled
with the plants she had discovered. Samantha's journey from a curious explorer to a renowned
botanist was a testament to the power of discovery and the magic of the natural world.
11. Where did Samantha live?
A) A bustling city
B) A seaside town
C) A village surrounded by hills and a river
D) A desert oasis
12. What was Samantha known for?
A) Her love for technology
B) Her curiosity and nature appreciation
C) Her talent for cooking
D) Her passion for sports
13. What did Samantha find in the woods one morning?
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A) A treasure chest
B) An old journal
C) A hidden cave
D) A map to a secret location
14. Whose journal did Samantha discover?
A) Her grandmother's
B) A famous author's
C) A botanist named Dr. Edmund
D) A pirate's
15. What was the main content of Dr. Edmund's journal?
A) Descriptions of animals
B) Recipes for cooking
C) Detailed plant descriptions and their habitats
D) Travel stories
16. How did Samantha spend her days after finding the journal?
A) Playing video games
B) Identifying plants and collecting samples
C) Watching TV
D) Painting landscapes
17. How did Samantha's knowledge in botany evolve over the years?
A) She became a famous musician
B) She forgot about the journal
C) She became a respected botanist
D) She opened a bakery
18. What did Samantha do with her newfound knowledge?
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A) She kept it a secret
B) She wrote mystery novels
C) She started giving lectures and wrote books
D) She became a professional athlete
19. What did Samantha help create with the plants she discovered?
A) A space rocket
B) A community garden
C) A new type of computer
D) A fashion show
20. What is the main theme of Samantha's story?
A) The importance of technology
B) The value of treasure hunting
C) The power of discovery and the beauty of nature
D) The benefits of living in a city
21. What was Samantha's journey a testament to?
A) The magic of cooking
B) The power of friendship
C) The importance of reading
D) The power of discovery and the magic of the natural world
22. What qualities contributed to Samantha's success?
A) A lack of curiosity
B) Fear of nature
C) Curiosity, hard work, and a love for nature
D) A dislike for reading
23. What did Samantha learn from the botanist's journal?
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A) Cooking recipes
B) Gardening tips
C) Descriptions of animals
D) Information about plants and their medicinal properties
24. How did Samantha's life change after finding the journal?
A) She became a treasure hunter
B) She stopped exploring the woods
C) She became a famous actress
D) She became a renowned botanist
25. What lesson can be learned from Samantha's story?
A) Nature is boring
B) Curiosity can lead to great discoveries
C) Journals are not important
D) Books are not worth reading
Choose the correct meaning of the word provided using the table below.
Word
Definition A
Definition B
Definition C
Definition D
26. Eloquent
Angry
Skilled in
Shy
Mischievous
27. Jubilant
Mournful
Extremely
happy
Anxious
Puzzled
28. Diligent
Careless
Hardworking
Pessimistic
Violent
29. Resilient
Fragile
Able of quick Annoying
recovery from
difficulties
Inventive
30. Benevolent
Unfriendly
Showing
kindness
Lazy
Suspicious
31. Frugal
Extravagant
Generous
Indifferent
Anxious
32. Incessant
Temporary
Occurring
intervals
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at Obedient
Nonchalant
33. Prudent
Foolish
Wise
in Energetic
practical matters
Daring
34. Enigmatic
Clear
Mysterious
Ordinary
Argumentative
35. Exuberant
Sad
Lively
Rude
Uninterested
36. Malicious
Harmless
Intent
on Generous
causing harm
Confused
37. Inquisitive
Apathetic
Eager to learn
Fearful
Talkative
38.Pernicious
Beneficial
Destructive
Boring
Thoughtful
39. Vindictive
Forgiving
Strong desire for Compassionate
revenge
Forgetful
40. Serene
Chaotic
Excitable
Peaceful
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Evasive