ABEID AMANI KARUME SECONDARY SCHOOL
ADVANCE CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION EXAMINATION
FORM FIVE MONTHLY EXAMINATION
ENGLISHA LANGUAGE 2
122/2
TIME:
2026.
Instructions:
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JULY,
This paper consists of seven (7) questions.
Answer five (5) questions from this paper. Question six (6) and seven (7) are compulsory.
Each question carries twenty (20) marks.
Cellular phones and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in Examination rooms.
Write your name on every page of your answer booklet(s).
1. Read the following short descriptions then answer the questions that follow.
Description A
It was a rainy evening in a small town. Dark clouds covered the sky, and heavy rain fell
continuously for several hours. The roads became wet and muddy, and many people hurried
home to avoid getting soaked. Some shops closed earlier than usual, while others remained
open for customers who needed supplies. People carried umbrellas and wore jackets because
the weather was cold. The rain affected normal activities, and many residents preferred to
stay indoors until the weather improved.
Description B
The evening arrived beneath a blanket of dark clouds, and the sky opened its tears upon the
quiet town. Rain droplets fell like tiny crystals, dancing gracefully on rooftops and empty
streets. The narrow paths shone beneath the gentle touch of the rain, while umbrellas
blossomed like colourful flowers among the passing people. A cold breeze whispered through
the trees, carrying the fresh scent of the wet earth. As the town slowly became silent, the
sound of raindrops created a peaceful song that invited everyone to pause and admire
nature’s beauty.
Questions
(a) With reasons, identify the aesthetic description among the two.
(b) Describe four aesthetic elements from the description that you think is aesthetic and
explain how they add beauty and effectiveness of the description.
2. Literature is simply defined as an artistic expression of human experiences through
creative language to communicate different ideas in a society. Explain the key elements
involved in this definition of literature.
3. Aesthetic value is an important aspect of appreciating literature. Explain the meaning of
aesthetics in literature and discuss how different aesthetic elements contribute to the
creation of meaning in a literary work. Provide four (4) points.
4. Poets use various artistic features to make their works appealing and meaningful. Explain
four (4) aesthetic elements found in poetry and show how each element contributes to
the reader’s appreciation of a poem. Use examples where necessary.
5. Language and literature are closely connected in the communication of human
experiences and ideas to the intended society. Discuss four (4) ways in which language
and literature complement each other.
6. Literature is distinguished from other forms of art by certain unique characteristics.
Explain four (4) characteristics of literature that help literary artist to communicate
human experiences effectively.
7. ‘Literature serves different purposes in society’. Discuss the statements by giving four (4)
important roles of literature that can contribute to social awareness and human
development in the society.