KNEC KCSE English Paper 3 – 2014 Gatundu Mock
2014 Gatundu Mock
English Paper 3
COMPOSITION (60 Marks)
Answer three questions only
Imaginative composition ( Compulsory)
Either
a) Write a composition to illustrate the saying ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
Or
b) Write a composition beginning with
She was startled to hear a knock at the door. For a moment her heart leapt into the mouth and
checked her……………….
20 marks
The compulsory Set Text
Bertolt Brecht, The Caucasian Chalk Circle.
“Grusha’s love for Michael is irrevocable’
Write an essay in support of this statement using Bertolt Brecht. The Caucasian Chalk Circle for
your illustrations.
20 marks
The Optional Set Texts
Answer any one of the following questions.
Either
a) The Short Story
Ilieva and Olembo (Ed.) “When the Sun Goes Down and Other Stories”. With illustrations from Moyez 6 Vassanji’s short story “Leaving” Write an essay to show how
Aloo’s determination helped him realize his dreams of studying in America.
Or
b) Drama
“Francis Imbuga, Betrayal In the City
With illustrations from Francis Imbuga’s play ‘Betrayal In the City’, Write an essay to show
how various characters are victims of injustice.
Or
c) With Ihimaera ‘The Whale Rider’
Using with Ihimaera’s novel The Whale Rider for your illustrations, write an essay that shows
how the writer has portrayed women as a powerful force that can transform a society.
20 marks