First Term Examination Speech Work English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 12

Speech Work English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week: Topics Covered This Term

Week 12 Examination

Instructions for Students:

  1. Read each question carefully before answering.
  2. For Objective Questions (Part A), choose the best answer from the options provided (a, b, c, or d).
  3. For Theory Questions (Part B), write clear and concise answers in the space provided.
  4. For True or False Questions (Part C), mark ‘True’ if the statement is correct and ‘False’ if it is not.
  5. For Fill in the Gaps Questions (Part D), write the missing word or words in the blank spaces.
  6. Do not talk to other students or look at their papers during the exam.
  7. Do not use unauthorized materials or devices.
  8. If you have any questions, raise your hand, and the teacher will assist you.
  9. Ensure your answers are your own work. Cheating will not be tolerated.
  10. Review your answers before submitting your paper.

Instructions for Teachers:

  1. Ensure that the examination environment is quiet and free from distractions.
  2. Remind students of the importance of academic integrity and the consequences of exam malpractices.
  3. Distribute the exam papers and ensure each student receives a complete set of questions.
  4. Supervise the examination to prevent any form of cheating or malpractices.
  5. Provide assistance only if a student has a genuine question about the exam instructions.
  6. Collect all exam papers promptly and ensure they are marked fairly and confidentially.
  7. Report any suspicious behavior to the appropriate authorities.

Part A: Objective Questions

  1. The sound /s/ is different from /h/ in __________.
    • a) sun
    • b) hat
    • c) cat
    • d) bag
  2. Commands usually end with __________ intonation.
    • a) rising
    • b) flat
    • c) falling
    • d) mixed
  3. Narrative writing includes a __________.
    • a) list
    • b) story
    • c) report
    • d) recipe
  4. The sound /θ/ is pronounced differently from /t/ because it is __________.
    • a) soft
    • b) hard
    • c) loud
    • d) flat
  5. To control anger, you can use __________ techniques.
    • a) shouting
    • b) relaxation
    • c) ignoring
    • d) avoiding
  6. Effective intonation helps to __________ the meaning of sentences.
    • a) confuse
    • b) clarify
    • c) ignore
    • d) distort
  7. Reporting incidents clearly involves including __________ details.
    • a) vague
    • b) random
    • c) detailed
    • d) irrelevant
  8. Rising intonation often signals a __________ question.
    • a) statement
    • b) command
    • c) yes/no
    • d) command
  9. The vowel sound /ɒ/ in “pot” is different from the vowel sound in __________.
    • a) hot
    • b) hat
    • c) hit
    • d) hat
  10. The sounds /l/ and /r/ are pronounced differently in __________.
    • a) lock
    • b) rock
    • c) lark
    • d) part
  11. The purpose of intonation is to __________ the speech.
    • a) mumble
    • b) emphasize
    • c) confuse
    • d) hide
  12. In narrative writing, the __________ is where the story ends.
    • a) middle
    • b) beginning
    • c) end
    • d) middle
  13. The sound /t/ is different from /θ/ because /θ/ is __________.
    • a) voiced
    • b) unvoiced
    • c) loud
    • d) quiet
  14. Commands typically use __________ intonation to sound clear.
    • a) rising
    • b) falling
    • c) flat
    • d) mixed
  15. A well-written narrative should have a clear __________.
    • a) sequence
    • b) confusion
    • c) noise
    • d) disorganization
  16. To make a command clear, use __________ intonation.
    • a) flat
    • b) rising
    • c) falling
    • d) mixed
  17. Emotional control includes discussing your feelings and __________.
    • a) shouting
    • b) ignoring
    • c) relaxing
    • d) hiding
  18. The vowel sound in “warm” is different from the vowel sound in __________.
    • a) form
    • b) worm
    • c) storm
    • d) torn
  19. To report an incident clearly, you should give a __________ account.
    • a) vague
    • b) detailed
    • c) brief
    • d) random
  20. Narrative writing should use __________ words to link events.
    • a) descriptive
    • b) random
    • c) confusing
    • d) vague
  21. The sound /s/ in “sun” is different from /h/ in __________.
    • a) hat
    • b) cat
    • c) sat
    • d) rat
  22. To make a question sound clear, use __________ intonation.
    • a) rising
    • b) falling
    • c) flat
    • d) mixed
  23. Narrative writing should have a __________ order of events.
    • a) random
    • b) clear
    • c) confusing
    • d) mixed
  24. The sound /l/ is different from /r/ in __________.
    • a) lock
    • b) rock
    • c) lark
    • d) part
  25. To manage emotions effectively, you should __________ them.
    • a) hide
    • b) ignore
    • c) discuss
    • d) avoid
  26. The sound /θ/ is used in the word __________.
    • a) thin
    • b) tin
    • c) win
    • d) pin
  27. Effective narrative writing includes a __________ of events.
    • a) list
    • b) random order
    • c) clear sequence
    • d) confusion
  28. The vowel sound /ɔ:/ in “door” is different from the vowel sound in __________.
    • a) form
    • b) horn
    • c) book
    • d) cot
  29. To report incidents clearly, you should use __________.
    • a) confusing language
    • b) clear and detailed language
    • c) vague descriptions
    • d) random words
  30. The sound /r/ is pronounced differently from /l/ in __________.
    • a) lock
    • b) rock
    • c) part
    • d) lark

Part B: Theory Questions

  1. Explain the role of intonation in communication.
  2. How can you effectively manage emotions such as anger?
  3. Describe the key elements of a well-written narrative.
  4. How does using correct intonation help in making commands clear?
  5. What are the differences between the sounds /t/ and /θ/?
  6. Why is it important to provide detailed information when reporting incidents?
  7. How does rising intonation indicate a yes/no question?
  8. What is the significance of using descriptive language in narrative writing?
  9. Describe how you can practice distinguishing between consonant sounds.
  10. How can stress placement in speech affect its meaning?
  11. What are some effective ways to control anger?
  12. Explain how you can use intonation to show excitement.
  13. What is the difference between a question and a command in terms of intonation?
  14. Why is a clear sequence of events important in narrative writing?
  15. How does clear reporting aid in understanding incidents?
  16. What should you focus on when writing a narrative account?
  17. Describe how to use intonation to make a command effective.
  18. How can discussing your feelings help manage emotions?
  19. Explain the difference between the sounds /l/ and /r/.
  20. Why is it important to use appropriate stress in sentences?
  21. How can you practice using intonation in daily conversations?
  22. What should a good narrative account include?
  23. How does intonation affect the clarity of a telephone conversation?
  24. Describe how to effectively report an incident.
  25. What are the differences between vowel sounds in “warm” and “worm”?
  26. How can you ensure your narrative writing is engaging?
  27. Why is emotional control important in communication?
  28. How does using correct intonation impact how commands are received?
  29. What is the role of descriptive language in making a narrative compelling?
  30. How can you use intonation to convey different emotions?

Part C: True or False Questions

  1. True or False: Intonation helps to clarify the meaning of sentences.
  2. True or False: Commands usually end with rising intonation.
  3. True or False: Narrative writing should include random events.
  4. True or False: The sound /θ/ is the same as /t/.
  5. True or False: Rising intonation indicates a yes/no question.
  6. True or False: Emotional control can involve talking about your feelings.
  7. True or False: Stress placement in speech is not important for understanding.
  8. True or False: Clear reporting requires including detailed information.
  9. True or False: The vowel sound in “hot” is the same as in “pot.”
  10. True or False: Commands are often made clearer with falling intonation.
  11. True or False: Narrative writing should avoid using linking words.
  12. True or False: The sound /s/ in “sun” is the same as /h/ in “hat.”
  13. True or False: Reporting incidents requires a vague account of events.
  14. True or False: To manage anger, you should avoid discussing your feelings.
  15. True or False: The vowel sound /ɔ:/ is the same as in “cot.”
  16. True or False: The sounds /l/ and /r/ are pronounced the same.
  17. True or False: Rising intonation is used for statements.
  18. True or False: A good narrative should have a clear sequence of events.
  19. True or False: Emotional control can be improved by ignoring your feelings.
  20. True or False: Intonation does not affect how commands are understood.

Part D: Fill in the Gaps Questions

  1. Intonation is the rise and fall in __________ during speech.
  2. To control anger, try __________ breathing and talking about your feelings.
  3. A __________ writing tells a story in an organized way.
  4. The sound /θ/ is different from /t/ because it is __________.
  5. Commands usually end with __________ intonation.
  6. Rising intonation often signals a __________ question.
  7. A good narrative writing should have a clear __________.
  8. Clear reporting involves including __________ details.
  9. The vowel sound /ɒ/ is different from /ɔ:/ in words like __________.
  10. The sound /l/ is pronounced differently from /r/ in __________.
  11. Yes/no questions often have __________ intonation at the end.
  12. Narrative writing should use __________ language to describe events.
  13. To manage emotions, you should __________ them with someone.
  14. Commands typically use __________ intonation to sound authoritative.
  15. The sound /s/ in “sun” is different from /h/ in “__________.”
  16. The vowel sound in “warm” is different from the vowel sound in __________.
  17. Reporting incidents clearly involves giving a __________ account.
  18. A good narrative should have well-organized __________.
  19. Emotional control can involve __________ about your feelings.
  20. Intonation helps to __________ important words in a sentence.