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FORM 2  OPENER EXAM

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NAME………………………………………………CLASS……………..ADM…………………

  1. Name the five books of the bible which are referred to as the Pentateuch.(5mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. State five promises that God made to Abraham (5mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Give reasons why Israelites demanded for a king(5mks)

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Outline the activities carried out by the Israelites on the night of the Passover.(5mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Describe the contest between prophet Elijah and the prophet of Baal at mount Carmel(1kings 18:17-40)(8mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. State ways in which God demonstrated his concern for the Israelites during exodus(5mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Highlight the achievements of David as king of Israel.(6mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. What are the benefits of learning Christian religious education in secondary school.(6mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Describe the incident when Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.(gen 22:1-19)

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. State effects of translating the bible into African local languages(7mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Sate five responsibility of the living towards ancestors in traditional African community(5mks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Which moral values were acquired during marriage in tradition African communities(5mks)

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FORM 2 OPENER EXAM MARKING SCHEME

  1. Name the five books of the bible which are referred to as the Pentateuch.(5mks)
  • Genesis
  • Exodus
  • Leviticus
  • Numbers
  • Deuteronomy

 

  1. State five promises that god made to Abraham (5mks)
  • He would make Abraham’s name great/famous
  • He would bless/protect those who bless/protect Abraham/ curse those who curse him
  • All families would be blessed through Abraham
  • God would give land to Abraham’s descendants
  • God would give Abraham many descendants/ he would be a great nation
  • God would bless Abraham
  • God would give Abraham long life/he would die in peace
  • He would give Abraham a son/heir
  • Kings would come from Abraham’s descendants

 

 

  1. Give reasons why Israelites demanded for a king(5mks)
  • Samuel had become old/unable to rule/fear that he would die
  • Samuel appointed his sons as judges/made the post hereditary
  • The sons of Samuel were corrupt
  • The Israelites wanted to be like other nations
  • They wanted a king who could lead them to war against their enemies
  • They wanted a leader whom they could see
  • They wanted a political government with national authority

 

  1. Outline the activities carried out by the Israelites on the night of the Passover.(5mks)
  • Every man chose a lamb or a young goat for his family
  • The chosen animals was to be slaughtered
  • Blood was put on the door posts of the houses
  • The slaughtered animal was to be roasted
  • The Israelites ate the unleavened bread/bitter herbs with roasted meat
  • They stayed indoors till morning
  • They ate while fully dressed for the journey/in a hurry
  • They burnt all the leftovers of the meat
  • They collected jewellery/clothing from the Egyptians

 

  1. Describe the contest between prophet Elijah and the prophet of Baal at mount Carmel(1kings 18:17-40)(8mks)
  • Prophet Elijah asked King Ahab to assemble all the prophets at mount Carmel
  • The king summoned all the people including the prophets of Baal to mount Carmel
  • He suggested to the people that two bulls be brought and each party to offer the sacrifice to their God.
  • He challenged them and said whichever party will make their god to burn the sacrifice is the true God.
  • The prophets of Baal were given a bull which they prepared and called upon the name of their god.
  • Elijah mocked them/asked them to shout louder to their God
  • He placed the sacrifice on the altar and asked the people to pour water on it.
  • He called upon God to prove that he was the living God.
  • Fire consumed the sacrifice/ the wood/stone/the water/dust around it
  • He called up[on god to prove that He was the living God
  • The people threw themselves on the ground and worshipped the Lord as the true God
  • Elijah killed the prophets of Baal.

 

  1. State ways in which God demonstrated his concern for the Israelites during exodus(5mks)
  • He made a passage for them in the red sea
  • He provided them with manna
  • He provided them with quails
  • He provided them with water from the rock/stone
  • He gave them the ten commandments
  • He defeated their enemies the Egyptians/Amalekites
  • He provided a pillar of fire to lead them in the darkness
  • He provided their leaders

 

 

  1. Highlight the achievements of David as king of Israel.(6mks)
  • David conquered and defeated the enemies of Israel
  • He expanded the geographical boundaries of Israel
  • He captured Jerusalem from the Jebusites
  • He made Jerusalem the capital city of Israel
  • He made Jerusalem a religious centre by bringing back the ark of the covenant there
  • He made peace treaties with his neighbors
  • He composed psalms which are used during worship
  • He united the twelve tribes of Israel under one rule
  • He made preparations for the construction of the temple                                                                                     `
  1. What are the benefits of learning Christian religious education in secondary school.(6mks
  • It equips the learner with an understanding of God/spiritual growth
  • The leader acquires life skills to handle challenges in life
  • It helps one to respect his/her/other people’s religious beliefs
  • It helps one acquire basic principles for Christian living/moral values
  • It helps one to understand how to relate with other people
  • It gives answers to questions/mysteries of life
  • It explains the origin/purpose of human beings on earth
  • It leads to employment/careers

 

 

  1. Describe the incident when Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.(gen 22:1-19)
  • God told Abraham to take his son Isaac to the land of Moriah/to offer him as a sacrifice
  • Abraham took his son, two servant and wood for burnt offering
  • They arrived at the place after 3days journey
  • Abraham commanded his servants to remain behind as he and Isaac went up to worship
  • He took Isaac, the firewood and the knife and went up
  • Isaac asked his father where the lamb for a burnt offering was
  • When they arrived at the place god commanded Abraham to build an alter
  • He bound Isaac/ laid him on the altar upon the wood
  • Abraham took the knife to slay his son but the angel of the Lord stopped him
  • Abraham saw a ram which he offered instead of his son
  • He called the name of the place ‘the Lord will provide”
  • The angel appeared to Abraham a second time and gave him promises because of his obedience
  • Abraham returned with his men to Bethsheba

 

  1. State effects of translating the bible into African local languages(7mks)
  • It led to development of African languages
  • It has led to the spread of the word of god to many people
  • It has contributed to improved literacy levels amongst the African/development of formal education
  • It has led to emergence of African independent churches
  • It gives people an opportunity to analyse the bible in relation to their cultures
  • It has led to development of printing press/bookshop
  • It has made people to carry out research in African beliefs/practices
  • It has led to ecumenical cooperation among Christians in Africa
  • It has led to creation of jobs
  • It has led to religious schism

 

  1. Sate five responsibility of the living towards ancestors in traditional African community(5mks
  • Naming children after them
  • Pouring of libation for them
  • Taking care of their graveyards
  • Making sacrifices/offering to honor them
  • Inviting/involving them in ceremonies
  • Invoking/chanting their names during prayers
  • Transmitting their wishes through /visions
  • By holding commemoration ceremonies for them
  • Building shrines for them
  • Teaching about them
  • Safeguarding their properties

 

  1. Which moral values were acquired during marriage in tradition African communities(5mks)
  • Faithfulness
  • Responsibility/hard work
  • Respect/courtesy
  • Humility
  • Integrity
  • Courage
  • Hospitality/kindness
  • Tolerance/perseverance
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GEOGRAPHY FORM 2 OPENER EXAM PLUS ANSWERS IN PDF

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NAME…………………………………………………………………………………………….CLASS…………….ADM…………..

JOINT EVALUATION

 FORM 2 OPENER EXAM

DURATION: 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES                                                                    

Instructions: Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.

  1. (a) Give three sub branches of physical Geography.                                                         (3 marks)

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(b)         Give four heavenly bodies that make up the solar system.                                    (4 marks)

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  1. (a) Apart from the crust, name the other two main internal layers of the earth.(2 marks)

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(b)         State five characteristics of the earth’s crust.                                                                (5 marks)

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  1. The diagram below shows a maximum thermometer. Use it to answer question (a)

(a)          Identify the parts marked E, F and G.                                                                                 (3 marks)

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(b)         Apart from a maximum thermometer, name three other types of thermometers                                    found at a weather station.                                                                                                       (3 marks)

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(c)          List five factors that affect the temperature of a place.                                            (5 marks)

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  1. Explain three environmental hazards associated with convectional rainfall. (6 marks)

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  1. The table below represent rainfall and temperature for City K. use it to answer question (a)

and (b).

Months J F M A M J J A S O N D
Temp OC 27 25 30 25 20 18 17 24 27 28 27 28
Rainfall (mm) 50 80 100 250 150 100 25 25 100 150 220 200

 

(a)          Calculate the mean annual range of temperature.                                                       (2 marks)

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(b)         Calculate the annual rainfall total for City K.                                                                  (2 marks)

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  1. (a) Differentiate between a map and a plan.                                                                          (2 marks)

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(b)         State five qualities of a good sketch map.                                                                        (5 marks)

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  1. (a) What are igneous rocks?                                                                                                           (2 marks)

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(b)         State three differences between plutonic rocks and volcanic rocks.                (6 marks)

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  1. (a) Define the term mining?                                                                                                            (2 marks)

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(b)         Give four ways in which minerals occur.                                                                         (4 marks)

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(c)          Explain four benefits of trona mining at Lake Magadi to Kenya.                        (8 marks)

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  1. Suppose you were to carry out a field study on trona mining at Lake Magadi:

 

(a)          Give three stages of trona processing that you would observe.                          (3 marks)

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(b)         State three follow up activities that you would carry out.                                    (3marks)

 

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NAME…………………………………………………………………………………………….CLASS…………….ADM…………..

JOINT EVALUATION

GEOGRAPHY

DURATION: 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES                                                                    

Instructions: Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.

  1. (a) Give three sub branches of physical Geography.                                                          (3 marks)

 

 

  • Geology
  • Geomorphology
  • Biogeography
  • Oceanography
  • Meteorology
  • Climatology
  • Pedology

 

 

(b)         Give four heavenly bodies that make up the solar system.                                     (4 marks)

 

  • The Sun
  • Planets
  • Asteroids
  • Comets
  • Natural satellites
  • Meteoroids/meteors

 

  1. (a) Apart from the crust, name the other two main internal layers of the earth.(2 marks)

 

  • Mantle
  • Core

 

(b)         State five characteristics of the earth’s crust.                                                                (5 marks)

 

  • The crust is divided into two layers: sial and sima.
  • The sial lies on top of the sima.
  • Sial rocks are rich in silica and aluminium.
  • The sima is rich in silica and magnesium.
  • Average density of rocks is between 2.7 to 3.0 gm/cm3
  • The sial rocks are rigid and mainly granitic.
  • The sima rocks are solid in state.
  • Sima rocks are mainly basaltic and are elastic.

 

  1. The diagram below shows a maximum thermometer. Use it to answer question (a)

(a)          Identify the parts marked E, F and G.                                                                                 (3 marks)

 

  • E – Bulb
  • F – Mercury
  • G – Metal index

 

(b)        Apart from a maximum thermometer, name three other types of thermometers                                     found at a weather station.                                                                                                       (3 marks)

 

  • Minimum thermometer
  • Six’s thermometer
  • Wet bulb thermometer

 

(c)         List five factors that affect the temperature of a place.                                            (5 marks)

 

 

  • Latitude
  • Altitude
  • Aspect
  • Distance from the sea
  • Cloud cover
  • Winds
  • Ocean currents
  • Length of day
  • Forests

 

 

  1. Explain three environmental hazards associated with convectional rainfall. (6 marks)

 

  • Convectional rainfall at times is accompanied by very strong winds that destroys property.
  • Thunder and lightning accompanying this rainfall at times leads to loss of lives and destruction of property.
  • At times torrential downpours are heavy thus causing floods in some lowlands thus interfering with people.
  • Some times this type of rainfall is accompanied with hail which destroys crops.

 

  1. The table below represent rainfall and temperature for City K. use it to answer question (a)

and (b).

 

Months J F M A M J J A S O N D
Temp OC 27 25 30 25 20 18 17 24 27 28 27 28
Rainfall (mm) 50 80 100 250 150 100 25 25 100 150 220 200

 

(a)          Calculate the annual range of temperature.                                                                    (2 marks)

 

300 C – 170C = 130C

 

(b)        Calculate the annual rainfall total for City K.                                                                  (2 marks)

 

50+80+100+250+150+100+25+25+100+150+220+200 = 1450 mm

 

 

 

 

  1. (a) Differentiate between a map and a plan.                                                                          (2 marks)

 

A map is a representation to scale of the earth or part of the earth on a flat surface                                   such as a sheet of paper while a plan is a map of a very small place drawn using a                                      large scale for a particular purpose.

 

(b)         State five qualities of a good sketch map.                                                                        (5 marks)

 

  • Should have a title
  • Should be neat and clear
  • Should be enclosed in a frame.
  • Should have a key where applicable
  • Should have a compass direction pointing north.

 

  1. (a) What are igneous rocks?                                                                                                           (2 marks)

 

                                These are rocks formed due to cooling and solidification of hot molten magma or                                        lava.

 

(b)         State three differences between plutonic rocks and volcanic rocks.                 (6 marks)

 

  • Plutonic rocks are formed due to cooling and solidification of molten magma while volcanic rocks are formed due to cooling and solidification of lava
  • Plutonic rocks are formed deep below the earth’s surface while volcanic rocks are formed on the earth’s surface
  • Plutonic rocks have a slow rate of cooling while volcanic rocks have a fast/rapid rate of cooling
  • Plutonic rocks have large size of crystals while volcanic rocks have very small sized crystals.
  • Plutonic rocks have a coarse texture while volcanic rocks have a fine texture.

 

  1. (a) Define the term mining?                                                                                                            (2 marks)

 

Mining refers to the process of extracting valuable minerals and fossils fuels on or                                     from the earth’s crust.

 

(b)         Give four ways in which minerals occur.                                                                         (4 marks)

 

  • As veins and lodes
  • As beds and seam /layers
  • As alluvial deposits
  • As weathered products
  • As evaporates.

 

(c)          Explain four benefits of trona mining at Lake Magadi to Kenya.                         (8 marks)

 

  • Export of soda ash earns foreign exchange to Kenya which is used in foreign trade.
  • Trona mining has created employment opportunities to many Kenyans who earn income thus improving their standards of living.
  • Development of glass and bottle industry as soda ash from trona provides the main raw material.
  • Trona mining has led to development of a tarmac road and railway branch from Konza to Magadi.
  • Provision of social amenities such as schools and a hospital thus improving living standards of the local people.
  • The Kenyan government (national and county) earns revenue through taxation on the profit of the company.
  • The company provides free water to the local people for both domestic and livestock use.

Trona mining has led emergence and growth of Magadi town thus urbanization in the former remote area.

  1. Suppose you were to carry out a field study on trona mining at Lake Magadi:

 

(a)          Give three stages of trona processing that you would observe.                           (3 marks)

 

  • Sieving trona from lake water
  • Washing of trona
  • Drying of washed trona
  • Heating trona to separate sodium carbonate from sodium hydrogen carbonate.
  • Grinding of soda ash
  • Sieving and packing of soda ash.

 

(b)         State three follow up activities that you would carry out.                                      (3marks)

 

  • Writing a report in an essay form.
  • Drawing graphs and pie charts on numerical data collected/provided.
  • Laboratory testing of trona samples collected.
  • Displaying printed photographs taken on a wall.
  • Displaying labelled samples collected.
  • Giving a lecture to other students in other classes.
  • Classifying data collected.