Form 4 English national exam 2022 with answers

PART ONE: READING COMPREHENSION (20 MARKS). A. Answer the following questions from the passage (10 marks)

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.

1. 1

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: What do we call ediBle thorns?

   2 marks
2. 2

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: How does the Galool help the livestock?

   2 marks
3. 3

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: What is the Galool tree roots used for?

   2 marks
4. 4

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: State some of the benefits of Galool tree to Somali communities?

   2 marks
5. 5

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: What are the smaller branches used for?

   2 marks

B. Circle the correct word and phrase as used in the passage (10 marks)

1. 6

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: The thinner branches of the Galool tree are used for _____

   • A.Ropes
   • B.Medicine
   • C.shading
   • D.forked sticks

   2 marks
2. 7

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between _____ and _____ meters.

   • A.5000.
   • B.900 and 1300
   • C.1000
   • D.1300 and 8500

   2 marks
3. 8

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomads' hut which is called _____.

   • A.Asal
   • B.hangool
   • C.canbuul
   • D.Aqal

   2 marks
4. 9

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: ASAL is also used as traditional medicine to treat _____.

   • A.Headache
   • B.stomach achE
   • C.back ache
   • D.tooth ache

   2 marks
5. 10

   Read the passage and answer the question. THE GALOOL TREE. The Galool tree is the most adaptive and lasting tree in the Somali Ecology. The tree is the one of the most important trees in Somali culture, yet many Somalis have never seen one. This is because they grow in the mountainous regions of the northern part of our country. The Galool tree grows best at altitudes between 900 and 1300 meters where the rainfall is more than 30cm, a year. The Galool is a slow growing tree, but it lives a long time. Under the most favorable conditions, it may reach a height of 10m or more. The trunk is the straight and branches spread out to provide plenty of shade. The Galool doesn't bear any edible fruits, although it does have thorns which can be eaten. These are called, "canbuul". The Galool tree is very useful. Some of the benefits of this tree are: providing shelter and protecting animals from the heat of the sun. It also helps to feed livestock. Its seeds are one of the camel's favorite food and in the dry season, when the grass is scarce, sheep and goats feed on its pods and fruits which have fallen on the ground. The roots of the Galool tree are used to make strong frames of nomad's hut, "The Aqal" although the roots are thick, they are very light. It is said that these frames can remain in use for as long as 30 years. During the rainy season, it makes a good fire with a very little smoke and the hard bark, there is a soft brown bark which is called, "asal" in Somali. This is used when animal skins are being tanned into leather. ASAL is also used as traditional medicine. It is also used for the treatment of stomachaches. This herbal medicine is used to protect for "Aqal" frames for ants and other insects. Somalis use the shade of Galool tree is the most convent place for holding clan meetings to solve conflicts and decide on matters of war or peace. The smaller branches are used to make the famous Somali forked stick "hangool" handles for axes, pestles for pounding grain. The thinner, branches contain soft fiber which is made of into ropes of all sizes. Question: Somali communities use the shade of Galool tree for the most convenient place for _____

   • A.Reading Qur'an
   • B.Living shelters
   • C.Learning centers
   • D.Clan meetings for Peace building

   2 marks

PART TWO: GRAMMAR IN USE (30 MARKS). A. Choose the correct word to complete the sentences (10 marks)

1. 11

   Ahmed usually _____ at the apartment but this time he is staying at the city center.

   • A.staying
   • B.stays
   • C.stayed
   • D.stay

   2 marks
2. 12

   Put the clothes _____ the house as it is raining.

   • A.in
   • B.at
   • C.with
   • D.off

   2 marks
3. 13

   Amina was walking _____ the shops when she was hit by a car.

   • A.to
   • B.at
   • C.in
   • D.for

   2 marks
4. 14

   Students are going _____ the museum this afternoon.

   • A.on
   • B.to
   • C.into
   • D.away

   2 marks
5. 15

   The work will be finished _____ tomorrow.

   • A.on
   • B.of
   • C.by
   • D.at

   2 marks

B. Fill in the blank spaces below with the noun form of the verbs in bracket (5 marks)

1. 16

   Fill in the blank with the noun form of the verb in bracket: The _____ refused to tell his capture how he escaped from the prison. (Escape)

   1 mark
2. 17

   Fill in the blank with the noun form of the verb in bracket: The _____ of the election pamphlets was interrupted by the late delivery of the printing paper. (Publish)

   1 mark
3. 18

   Fill in the blank with the noun form of the verb in bracket: Owing to the delayed _____ of funds, the completion of our dining hall cannot now be guaranteed. (Disburse)

   1 mark
4. 19

   Fill in the blank with the noun form of the verb in bracket: Due to the cancellation of the _____ all the interviewers were returned to prospective application. (Advertise)

   1 mark
5. 20

   Fill in the blank with the noun form of the verb in bracket: The driver got in the car aNd requested the _____ to take her to the construction site. (Survey)

   1 mark

C. Complete with the correct gerund or infinitive from the brackets (5 marks)

1. 21

   Complete with the correct gerund or infinitive from the brackets: She likes _____ up early in the morning. (to get / getting)

   • A.to get
   • B.getting

   1 mark
2. 22

   Complete with the correct gerund or infinitive from the brackets: I can't stand _____ on trains. (Riding / to ride)

   • A.Riding
   • B.to ride

   1 mark
3. 23

   Complete with the correct gerund or infinitive from the brackets: Mr. Mohamed enjoys _____ people out to dinner. (inviting / to invite)

   • A.inviting
   • B.to invite

   1 mark
4. 24

   Complete with the correct gerund or infinitive from the brackets: He allowed me _____ his face book page. (joining / to join)

   • A.joining
   • B.to join

   1 mark
5. 25

   Complete with the correct gerund or infinitive from the brackets: Don't forget _____ milk on your way home. (picking up / to pick)

   • A.picking up
   • B.to pick

   1 mark

D. Change the following sentences into question forms (10 marks)

1. 26

   Change the following sentence into question form: She is very late.

   2 marks
2. 27

   Change the following sentence into question form: He knows you well.

   2 marks
3. 28

   Change the following sentence into question form: They have won the final match.

   2 marks
4. 29

   Change the following sentence into question form: You can swim to the other end of the pool.

   2 marks
5. 30

   Change the following sentence into question form: I should write it again.

   2 marks

PART THREE: VOCABULARY IN USE (35 MARKS). A. Circle the correct meaning of these vocabularies (10 marks)

1. 31

   Collision means -

   • A.crash
   • B.clean
   • C.cane
   • D.climb

   2 marks
2. 32

   Flavor means -

   • A.Test
   • B.taste
   • C.Tease
   • D.Toast

   2 marks
3. 33

   Protect means -

   • A.defend
   • B.detect
   • C.disease
   • D.deserve

   2 marks
4. 34

   Feeble means -

   • A.weak
   • B.wait
   • C.week
   • D.wave

   2 marks
5. 35

   Cure means -

   • A.hall.
   • B.Heel
   • C.Hell
   • D.Heal

   2 marks

B. Match the words in the box with their correct definition (10 marks)

Unified, Cleansing, Trash, Disposable, Toxic

1. 36

   Match the word in the box with its correct definition: To get rid of impurities by or as if by washing. _____ (Words in the box: Unified, Cleansing, Trash, Disposable, Toxic.)

   2 marks
2. 37

   Match the word in the box with its correct definition: Brought together as one. _____ (Words in the box: Unified, Cleansing, Trash, Disposable, Toxic.)

   2 marks
3. 38

   Match the word in the box with its correct definition: _____ things that you throw away, because you no longer need them. (Words in the box: Unified, Cleansing, Trash, Disposable, Toxic.)

   2 marks
4. 39

   Match the word in the box with its correct definition: _____ containing poison. (Words in the box: Unified, Cleansing, Trash, Disposable, Toxic.)

   2 marks
5. 40

   Match the word in the box with its correct definition: _____ made to be thrown off after use. (Words in the box: Unified, Cleansing, Trash, Disposable, Toxic.)

   2 marks

C. Give the opposites of these words (10 marks)

1. 41

   Give the opposite of this word: Conserve

   2 marks
2. 42

   Give the opposite of this word: Danger

   2 marks
3. 43

   Give the opposite of this word: Peace

   2 marks
4. 44

   Give the opposite of this word: Naturally

   2 marks
5. 45

   Give the opposite of this word: Consciousness

   2 marks

D. Construct sentences which are grammatically correct using the following words (5 marks)

1. 46

   Construct a sentence which is grammatically correct using the word: Comb

   1 mark
2. 47

   Construct a sentence which is grammatically correct using the word: Bridge

   1 mark
3. 48

   Construct a sentence which is grammatically correct using the word: Honest

   1 mark
4. 49

   Construct a sentence which is grammatically correct using the word: Acquire

   1 mark
5. 50

   Construct a sentence which is grammatically correct using the word: Mandatory

   1 mark

PART 4: COMPOSITION WRITING (15 MARKS)

1. 51

   Select one of the following topics and write down at least three paragraphs which are not lesser than 200 words. i. Suggest the effective way that teachers can use technology to teach their students. (Minimum 200 words) Your composition should be in paragraphs and you should consider the points: a) How technology is effective in your school. b) The experiences of the teachers. c) The important use of technology in today's education. ii. Write a friendly letter to your brother or sister who studies in another country. You should consider the layout and styles of informal letters as you have learnt in your syllabus.

   15 marks

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