AZANTILOW SENIOR HIGH TECHNICAL SCHOOL

MOCK EXAMS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (CORE)TIME – 2HRS 30 MINS
SECTION A
ESSAY[ 40marks ]
Answer one question only from this section. All questions carry equal marks. Your answer
should not be less than 450 words.You are advised to spend about 50 minutes on this section.
1. Write a letter to the chairman of the Board of Governors of your school discussing three
reasons why discipline has been broken down in the school and suggest ways of solving the
problem.
2. Write a story which illustrates the saying “You reap what you sow”.
3. Write a letter to your friend in another school telling him/her three things that have made your
school famous.
4.The threat of drug abuse has bothered many in our society. Write an article for publication in
your school magazine, discussing the causes, effects and possible remedies to drug abuse.
5.Your father insists that you must read medicine after you complete your senior high school
education. You also have an entirely different course in mind.
Write a letter to him explaining why you prefer this other course and why he should allow you to
make your own course.

PART B
COMPREHENSION
(20 MARKS)
Read the following passage carefully and then answer the questions on it.
It was obvious that the prestigious position of a tindaana was denied any person, whom
everybody in the village knew to have a questionable character. One couldn’t become a tindaana
if one had slept with another man’s wife, raped someone, had sex in the bushes and stolen or
broken any major taboo in the village. It didn’t matter at what age the incident occurred in one’s
life. Once it did happen, it always had a negative tag on the person throughout his life. Knowing
the consequences of these events on a male child, parents, therefore, were always very
meticulous about the upbringing of their male children in their homes.
They made sure their male children grew up without haven’t been tagged with these major
drawbacks in society, which tended to deny them the opportunity of being selected by the gods
and ancestors as the tindaana in the future. Parents, therefore, played a major role in grooming
their male children in their homes. They made sure the male children followed all the spiritual
and moral paths at home and in society. It was therefore not out of place that; many were of the
view that Bomaaloo could one day become a tindaana just like his great grandfather. Bomaaloo
received all the necessary training and grooming from especially, his father while the mother also
played a cardinal role in seeing to it that he did what was right at all times.
There were always thunderous applauses and cheers that welcomed the chief, tindaana, the chief
priest, linguists, soothsayers, and all other family heads and elders to the festival ground. Two
strongly built men were chosen to carry the seat of the chief, which was a hide of a leopard and
his mace as those were the symbols of his authority. He came gorgeously dressed with many
talismans and amulets glittering around his neck and arms as he sat on his white horse; which
was trained to dance to the traditional music emanating from the heavy drums and decorated
horns. The horse was decorated with a saddle made of Traditional regalia. All the people stood
up to welcome him while waving their white handkerchiefs in the air as the hunters fired
indiscriminately into the open air. The chief drummers then played their drums; singing the
appellations of the chief accompanying by the drum music as he sat on the horse and danced to
the cheers and admiration of his subjects. His appellations were countless, but the famous were
sung, what one usually heard from the drummers were; “the bile of the crocodile-that can’t go
down the throat of an ordinary man, the man, who commands the seven rivers of Bokaayiri, one
whose wives are like the stars in the moon” etc. The horse stood on its hind legs while its
forelegs were raised and paddled into the air as it danced to the music and the chief danced on
top of the horse as well.
At a point, the horse then put its feet down and rocked back and forth in harmony and in
accordance with the melodious tunes from the drums. The bridle of the horse yanked gently by
the chief as it finally hopped into the air three times and came down slowly and lowered itself to
the ground for the chief to get down from it and to start his dance on the ground. The splendid
performance by the chief was met with endless claps and cheers from the massive crowd, who
had always wished it never came to an end any time sooner. With those dancing moves made by
the chief, the youth were usually stirred up to joyous merriment.
Who selected the tindaana according to the passage? (2 marks)
How could one not be accepted as a tindaana? (2 marks)
Thunderous applauses what part of speech is used in this line? (3 marks)
What formed the symbol and authority of the chief in Bokaayiri? (1mark)
How were the male children prepared to assume traditional roles in according to the passage? (2
marks)
What made the horse hop three times into the air before bringing down the chief to dance?
( 2marks)
“…whom everybody in the village knew…”. What is the grammatical name and what is the
grammatical function? (2 marks)
Look for a word or a phrase that can be used to replace the words underlined in the passage. ( 1
mark for each correct answer)
A.Splendid
b.Yanked
c.Gorgeously
d.Meticulous
f.Prestigious
e.Glittering
SUMMARY
Summary passage: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions in it.
Generally speaking, science and technology have become integral parts of modern society,
shaping our lives in countless ways. While their contributions are undeniable, it is essential to
acknowledge the dual nature of these advancements, as they bring both benefits and drawbacks
in our lives. Therefore, some scholars argue that science and technology bring about tremendous
rippling effects in society. However, others hold a contrary view to this school of thought.
Firstly, science and technology enable us to explore the mysteries of the universe. Through
research and experimentation, we gain insights into the working of nature and uncover new
possibilities which allow us to apply on this knowledge in practical ways, leading to innovations
that improve our quality of life. We get to understand nature more, through science and
technology for the betterment of our general wellbeing.
Also, the advent of technology has revolutionised communication, making it easier than ever to
connect with others around the globe. The internet, Smartphone, and other social media
platforms have shrunk the world making it a global village where people meet and share ideas,
collaborate on projects, and access information instantaneously. This interconnectedness has
facilitated cross-cultural understanding, fostered new forms of collaboration, and empowered
individuals to effect change on a global scale.
Again, science and technology have transformed nearly every aspect of our daily lives, leading to
significant improvement in health, education, and standard of living in society. Both have led to
medical advancements in treatments and cures for diseases and made learning more accessible
and interactive, empowering individuals to acquire new skills and knowledge to improve lives.
However, the rapid pace of technological advancement often outpaces our ability to fully
understand its ethical implications. Issues such as privacy infringement, data security breaches,
and the spread of misinformation raise complex ethical dilemmas that society must grapple with.
Technological innovations can have unintended consequences, such as job displacement due to
automation, environmental degradation from industrial processes, and the exacerbation of social
inequalities.
While technology has undeniably improved our lives in many ways, it has also led to a growing
dependency and overreliance on digital devices and systems. The constant connectivity afforded
by smartphone and the internet has led to concerns about addiction, decreased attention for
important issues, and a declined in face-face interactions. And our reliance on technology for
essential services such as healthcare, transportation, and communication leaves us vulnerable to
disruptions caused by system failure, cyber attacks, or natural disasters.
Despite the vast benefits of science and technology, the production of weapons and other deadly
substances has lead to the destruction of the environment and human health as well. Some
medications tend to harm our human system while bombs and guns are produced to increase
conflicts in the world.
In conclusion, while science and technology have brought about tremendous advancements and
improvements to society, they also present significant challenges and risks. It essential to
approach their development and deployment with careful consideration of their ethical, social,
and environmental implications, striving to harness their potential for the greater good while
mitigating their adverse effects. Only through responsible innovation and inclusive decision
making can we ensure that science and technology continue to serve humanity’s best interest.
1.In your own words, state in three sentences one for each, the merits of science and technology
as spelt out by the writer in the passage.

2..Using your own words as far as possible, state in three sentences one for each, the drawbacks
of science and technology.

SECTION B
OBJECTIVE TEST ( LEXIS AND STRUCTURE)
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of
words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined
word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence

1.While Mr. Ade is ……., his son is a novice

Enlightened B. Competent C. Clever D. Experienced
2.It is better to use persuasion rather than ……to get witnesses to court
A. Effort B. Coersion C. Influence D. Pressure

3.The animosity between Fati and Shetu is shocking, considering the ……they once shared.
A. Company B. Friendship C. Peace D.Understanding
4.The reckless driver was admonished to be …….
A.Cautious B. Responsive C. Reliable D. Considerate
5.Usually,James is articulate in his speech but today he sounds …..
A.Clear B.Turgid C. Timid D. Incoherent

6.It is obvious that many people prefer affluence to….

A. scarcity B. thrift C. waste D. poverty

7.While some workers felt that the term were amicable; others thought that they were….
A. strange B. disagreeable C. bad D. hostile

8.Now that the people of this community are living in comfort, I don’t think they will want to go
back to their days of….
Disappointment B. hardship C. strife D. starvation

9.False witness castigate rather than….the accused

Expose B. appease C. punish D. Pardon
10. Some teachers dissuade students from studying Mathematics, but others…them
A. motivate B. lure C. instruct D. reward

SECTION II
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that best completes each of the following
sentences.
11. He is handling the case between the president and ………….
I B. She C. He D. Me

12. Jemima will be here ….. a minute

A. on B by C. in D. to

13. The man together with his wife……. Here.

A. Is B. Are C. Were D. Would

14. You and ……. Are siblings.

A. me B. I C. Us D. them

15.The two tasks were performed…….. and we were able to finish early.
A.Alternatively B. Simultaneously C. Consecutively D. Separately

16.Our teacher was not speaking ……… when he said that the bursar was under a cloud.
A.Literally B.Simply C.Frankly D.Directly
17.The signature on the document lacked……so, it was rejected
A.Clarity B.Authencity C.Formality D.Simplicity
18.Everyone could tell Binta was happy from the ……. On her face.
A.Picture B.Appearance C.Expression D.Sight
19.His last novel was ……. By his visit to the prisons
A.Inspired B.Generated C.Conceived D.Revealed
20.As a result of the power cut, production at the factory came to a
A.Hold-up B.Blockage C.Stand-still D.Suspense
There is still hope, however……….. that the rescue mission will be successful .
(a) Remote (b) light
© shallow (d) small
21. The different parts of the machine were ……. In the factory
(a) joined (b) ordered
© set up (d) assembled
13. During the recent excursion, we visited many places of ………………
(a) pleasure (b) Interest
© excitement (d) enjoyment
14. Language is the ………………….. of human communication
(a) way (b) Method
© mode (d) medium
15. The student’s rude behavior is a stumbling…………….to her progress
(a) obstacle (b) barrier
© rock (d) block
16. Poems should not be interpreted only in the………………. Sense.
(a) clear (b) literal
© real (d) literary
17. The company is noted for the high …………………… of its product
(a) esteem (b) quality
© design (d) level
18. After all the hullabaloo, much time …………… before due action was taken
(a) elapsed (b) past
© Expired (d) lapsed
19. We spent a …………. Length of time at the camp site
(a) satisfactory (b) further
© memorable (d) considerable
20. All the factions in the conflict are advised to sink their ……………….. in the interest of
peace
(a) contentions (b) differences
© anxieties (d) rivalries
SECTION III
Choose from the alternatives lettered A to D the one which is nearest in meaning to the
underlined word or expression in each sentence.
21. Mary succeeded through perseverance.
Accomplishment B. inspiration C. knowledge. D. persistence

22. The weather has been serene all day.

A. calm B. great C. friendly D. intense

23 Bribery and corruption are inimical to Ghana’s economic advancement.

A. Unavoidable B. negative C. harmful D. common

24. Mama is skeptical about Juli’s story that she saw a snake at the kitchen.
A. amazed B.concerned C.doubtful D.terrified

25. The student’s response further infuriated his already angry teacher.
A. challenged B. enraged C. frightened D.moved
26. The sale of drugs is restricted to adults.
A. Boundless B.controlled C.extended
D.limited
27. The thief’s attempts to defend himself proved futile.
A. abortive B. risky C. senseless D. uncertain

28. The headmaster reprimanded John for bullying the new boy.
A. insulted B rebuked C. reported D.punished
29. Many people were unable to cope with escalating medical expenses.
A.expanding B.heightening C.rising D.striking

30.A swarm of locusts caused widespread damage to the crops.

Destruction B.deterioration C. Spoilage D.wreckage
A.Adamant B.Slow C.Sluggish D.Unwilling
SECTION IV
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the
sentence is given. Choose the interpretation you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

31. Ever since Nana disgraced my niece in public, she has kept him at arm’s length. This means
that my niece
A.doesn’t want to get close to Nana.
B.has broken ties with Nana.
C.calls Nana frequently.
D. hates everything that Nana does.
32. If Seth really wants to be helped, he has to put his cards on the table. This means that Seth
A.has to write a detailed application to offices.
B. has to be truthful, honest and frank.
C.needs to be more sociable.
D. needs to reach out to everybody.
33. We consider the day our daughter first went to school as a red-letter day. This means that we
believe the day to be
A.of importance and therefore should be celebrated.
B.very sad one for our daughter.
C.full of danger and uncertainties.
D.when she would start her scholarship.
34. When the officer challenged the order, the commander hit the ceiling. This means that the
commander was
A.surprised. B.worried C. very angry.
D. embarrassed.

35. News of the chief’s death spread like wildfire. This means that the news
A.made the people feel uncomfortable.
B.was disseminated in a haphazard manner.
C.reached many people within a short time.
D. produced fiery reactions from all angles.

36. It looks like Selina got out of bed on the wrong side. This means that Selina
A. woke up very late.
C. did not sleep well.
B. felt weak and unwell.
D. was in a very bad mood.
37. James developed cold feet when he met the Manager to discuss his transfer. This means that
James
A.suddenly felt feverish and sick.
B.had second thoughts about what he wanted to do.
C.became nervous and unable to talk.
D.decided to change his mind.
38. The priest’s death was a bolt from the blue. This means that the priest

B.was killed by unknown assailants.

C.died under mysterious circumstances.
D. died peacefully and quietly.
39. Anne is two-faced in her interactions with her friends. This means that Anne is
A.courteous B.hypocritical. C.not honest
D. accommodating.
40. When Joe got there, he decided to strike while the iron was hot.This means that Joe
A.attacked the people he met there.
B.finished all his work in good time.
C.took daring decisions.
D.took advantage of the situation.

Section c
In the following passage the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each member in the
list below the passage, four choices are offered in columns lettered A to D
For each numbered gap, choose from the options provided for that number,the word that is most
suitable to fill the gap.

In a democracy,political parties are formed and citizens have a…41..under the constitution to
join any. But that is only the beginning of the process.There are…42..to be held as candidates
have to…43.. in order to be elected. This is because they have to win the confidence of the
people in their …44.. Another important factor is the party’s….45..which spells out its….46..for
the people. The winner has to swear an …47..to serve their country, at whatever level, for a
specified …48.. after which one may be ..49.. to stand again. But that again depends on the
approval of the…50…

A B C D
41.privilege right duty benefit

42.crusades meetings conventions rallies

43.compete campaign contest lobby
44. districts constituencies localities assemblies
45.propaganda manifesto constitution message
46.projection vision proposals activities
47.affidavit agreement undertaking oath
48.term period duration time
49.capable permitted competent eligible
50.electorate citizens masses people
SECTION V
LITERATURE
AFRICAN DRAMA: THE SON OF UMBELE. BY BILL MARSHALL
Read the following questions carefully and choice the correct answer for each of them
51. The first act of the play takes place at the
A. Backyard of the house by the seaside
B. Fire place of the forest
C. Palace of the chief
D. Centre of the village
52. Why is Sumako disturbed at the beginning of the play?
A. The stranger he is expecting did not turn up
B. He is faced with financial problem
C. His wife has run away from home
D. His children has not returned home from sea
53. What is “gale” as used in the passage?
A. A severe fight
B. An unfortunate child
C. A strong wind
D. An old forest
54. Who is the speaker in the question, “Agoo! Agoo! Anybody home?”
A. Sumako B. Joshua
C. Attu D. Benko
55. Sumako’s children are made up of
A. Three boys and a daughter
B. Two boys and two girls
C. Fours boys and a girl
D. One girl and five boys

AFRICAN POETRY: “THE WEAVER BIRD” BY KOFI AWOONOR

56. “The Weaver Bird” is written in
A. Blank verse B. Rhyming couplet
C. Free verse D. Guided verse
57. Word such as ‘altars’, ‘shrines’ and ‘prayers’ suggest the theme of
A. Exploitation B. Colonialism
C. Religion D. Tradition
58. The weaver bird built in our house. “The sound device in this line is
A. Alliteration B. Parallelism
C. Pun D. Rhythm
59. With the arrival of the weaver bird, the owners of the house becomes
A. Onlookers B. Activists
C. Enemies D. Preachers
60. The personae’s use of “we” without using their real identity creates
A. Humor B. Ambiguity
C. Fallacy D. Laughter