Examination Questions for English Grammar Primary 5 Second Term
English Grammar Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 12: Examination of Topics Covered in the First Term
Exam Instructions for Teachers and Students
For Teachers:
- Ensure a Quiet and Focused Environment: Make sure all students are seated in a quiet space, free of distractions, and have all necessary materials for the exam.
- Explain the Instructions Clearly: Read out the instructions for each section of the exam to students, making sure they understand what is expected of them.
- Enforce Exam Integrity: Remind students to avoid any form of cheating, including copying from peers or using unauthorized materials.
- Time Management: Ensure students have adequate time to complete each section, while also providing time checks throughout the exam period.
- Monitoring: Walk around the classroom to observe and ensure that all students are adhering to the exam rules.
- Clear Communication on Submission: Instruct students when and how to submit their exam papers.
For Students:
- Read the Instructions Carefully: Before answering, read all the instructions and questions carefully.
- Do Not Cheat: Avoid looking at another student’s paper or using unauthorized materials. Remember, honesty is important.
- Manage Your Time: Try to allocate time for each section so that you can complete all parts of the exam.
- Answer Neatly and Legibly: Write your answers clearly and neatly. If you are unsure of any question, try your best to answer, and move on to the next question.
- Respect the Exam Environment: Stay in your seat and avoid talking or disturbing other students during the exam.
- Review Your Work: If time allows, review your answers to check for any mistakes before submitting.
Part A: Objective Questions
Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the correct option from (a), (b), (c), or (d).
- A phrase is a group of words that does not have a ______.
a) subject
b) verb
c) subject and predicate
d) object - An independent clause ______ stand alone as a sentence.
a) cannot
b) should
c) can
d) might - The article “a” is an example of a ______ article.
a) indefinite
b) definite
c) zero
d) possessive - “He is as brave ______ a lion.”
a) like
b) than
c) as
d) with - “I ______ finish my homework now.”
a) will
b) can
c) must
d) should - A simile compares two things using the words ______ or ______.
a) and, but
b) like, as
c) or, but
d) but, than - A verb phrase includes the main verb and ______.
a) adjectives
b) articles
c) helping words
d) nouns - “You ______ go to the park after school.”
a) should
b) must
c) could
d) will - A metaphor says one thing is ______ another.
a) like
b) than
c) as
d) not - A dependent clause ______ form a complete sentence.
a) can
b) cannot
c) should
d) must - “The book is ______ the table.”
a) under
b) on
c) in
d) at - “She sings ______ than I do.”
a) beautiful
b) beautifully
c) good
d) better - “We ______ have breakfast every morning.”
a) will
b) must
c) could
d) might - The sentence “He is as strong as an ox” is an example of a ______.
a) metaphor
b) clause
c) simile
d) phrase - A clause must have a ______.
a) noun
b) subject and verb
c) article
d) helping verb - “They played football ______ it rained.”
a) so
b) because
c) but
d) even though - “This is the ______ I have been waiting for.”
a) pen
b) book
c) movie
d) day - “It is ______ than I thought.”
a) worse
b) better
c) good
d) best - A dependent clause is also called a ______ clause.
a) independent
b) complex
c) subordinate
d) complete - “He speaks louder ______ I do.”
a) than
b) like
c) as
d) that - A simile uses ______ to make comparisons.
a) is
b) like
c) verb
d) not - “She is a ______ person.”
a) kind
b) kindness
c) kindly
d) kinder - “We ______ finish the project today.”
a) will
b) might
c) should
d) could - The word “an” is used before words that begin with a ______ sound.
a) vowel
b) consonant
c) silent
d) special - “He arrived ______ time for the meeting.”
a) on
b) in
c) at
d) by - A verb phrase can include a ______ verb.
a) modal
b) helping
c) main
d) action - “I ______ not like that food.”
a) do
b) can
c) am
d) will - A clause with a subject and verb is called an ______ clause.
a) dependent
b) independent
c) helping
d) simple - “The dog is as playful ______ a puppy.”
a) as
b) than
c) like
d) with - “I am happy ______ my family is healthy.”
a) because
b) so
c) but
d) although
Part B: Theory Questions
Instructions: Write short answers to the following questions.
- Define a phrase.
- What is an independent clause?
- What does a dependent clause need to form a complete sentence?
- How do you use “so… that” in a sentence?
- Write an example of a simile.
- Write an example of a metaphor.
- What is the difference between a phrase and a clause?
- Explain how modal auxiliaries are used in sentences.
- What is the purpose of an article in English grammar?
- How can you form a sentence using “like”?
- What is a verb phrase?
- How does a metaphor differ from a simile?
- What is the zero article, and when is it used?
- What does “same as” mean? Give an example.
- How can “than” be used in a sentence?
- Explain what a dependent clause is with an example.
- How do you use “because” in a sentence?
- Write a sentence using the definite article “the.”
- Write a sentence using the indefinite article “a.”
- Write a sentence with a verb phrase.
- Explain the use of “so” and “that” in a cause-and-effect sentence.
- What is a clause with a subject and a verb called?
- Explain the difference between “must” and “should” as modal auxiliaries.
- What are the types of articles in English grammar?
- What is a simple sentence?
- How is the word “like” used in a comparison?
- What is the purpose of using similes in writing?
- Write an example of a sentence with a complex clause.
- How do you compare two things using “as”?
- What is the purpose of a modal auxiliary in a sentence?
Part C: True or False Questions
Instructions: Write True or False for each statement.
- A phrase has a subject and a verb.
- An independent clause can stand alone.
- Modal auxiliaries express necessity or possibility.
- “The cat is like a lion” is an example of a metaphor.
- A dependent clause can form a complete sentence.
- Similes and metaphors both make comparisons.
- The zero article is used before all nouns.
- “She is as tall than I am” is a correct sentence.
- “I might finish the homework” uses a modal auxiliary.
- “He is a good student” uses a definite article.
- “A” and “an” are examples of indefinite articles.
- A dependent clause expresses a complete thought.
- “Because” is used to show cause and effect.
- “She is the same as me” uses the expression “same as” correctly.
- “The dog runs as fast as the wind” is a simile.
- “The house is big than the car” is a grammatically correct sentence.
- Verb phrases can be used with adverbs.
- “As” can be used to compare two things in a simile.
- “The book is on the shelf” uses the indefinite article.
- “He is more friendly than his brother” is a correct sentence.
Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions
Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the correct words.
- A ______ is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb.
- A simile compares two things using ______ or ______.
- The article “an” is used before words that begin with a ______ sound.
- A dependent clause cannot stand ______.
- “He is ______ than his friend.”
- “She is as tall ______ her sister.”
- We ______ go to the movies after school.
- A verb phrase includes the ______ verb and helping verb.
- The word “must” shows ______.
- “The cat is ______ the table.”
- A phrase does not have a ______ and verb.
- “She sings beautifully ______ me.”
- An independent clause expresses a ______ thought.
- “I like ice cream ______ my brother.”
- The zero article is used with ______ nouns.
- “They ran ______ fast to catch the bus.”
- A ______ clause cannot stand alone.
- We ______ not forget to do our homework.
- “That house is bigger ______ this one.”
- “I went ______ to school today.”
Teacher’s Activities:
- Distribute the exam papers and monitor the students during the exam.
- Ensure a quiet and focused atmosphere.
- Review common mistakes after the exam for further learning.
Learner’s Activities:
- Complete all parts of the exam with care.
- Ask the teacher for clarification if necessary.
Assessment:
- Mark the exam papers carefully and provide feedback on common mistakes.
Conclusion:
The teacher will discuss key concepts that may have been challenging for the students, provide a brief review, and encourage further practice.