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PREPARATION AU BACCALAUREAT CD

SUJETS SECTION A : GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I- Complete the dialogue below with suitable expressions chosen from those in the brackets. (5 marks)

Nda: Hello, good morning my neighbor. How are you today?

Chi: I am doing great.

Nda: ---------------------------------------------------you been to town one of these days? (has, having, have)

Chi: No. Why? I have not gone to town ----------------------------------------------last week. (since, for, ago)

Nda: The situation in town is not the------------------------------------------------------------ (better, good, best)

Chi: What is happening in town? Is there any disaster?

Nda: More than a disaster. Most of the streets are----------------------------------------------------with garbage. (litter, littered, littering).

Chi: Really? What is wrong with the company in charge of clearing the rubbish?

Nda: The workers have downed their tools for unpaid wages.

Chi: This is dangerous for the people and the environment. ---------------------------------------------must be done and quickly too. (nothing, anything, something).

II- Complete the sentences below following the instructions given in the brackets. (5 marks)

Some Cameroonians have taken the COVID-19 vaccine in order to stay safe from the disease.

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“You must show your vaccination card against COVID-19 before access into our ministry”, the minister said. (Put in reported speech)

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If the government obliges the people to take the vaccine, there--------------------------------------be widespread anger. (Give the correct word to complete the space).

The company director cannot -------------------------------------------------the services of a secretary. (Complete with the correct phrasal verb)

We couldn’t buy the latest made android phone because we did not have ---------------------------- money. (Choose the right answer: not enough, enough, enough of)

SECTION B: VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I-Complete the blank spaces in the passage below with the expressions chosen from those in the box? There are more expressions than you will need. (5 marks)

Indispensable, watch, educative, walks, sets, invaluable, our

The advent of television in Cameroon has brought many blessings. First and foremost, it is a popular source of entertainment and recreation appreciated by people of all-------------------------------- of life. Every day, especially in the evening, many people turn on their television ------------------------------ to watch their favorite programmes with a lot of enthusiasm. In fact, Cameroonians can now enjoy international sporting festivals around the world such as the Olympic Games, thanks to television.

Besides, television is an-------------------------------------------------source of information which keeps its viewers abreast of current events. Those who----------------------------------television know about what is happening in and out of the country on daily basis. Finally, television is necessary because it teaches. For example, young people nowadays have improved on their dressing performance that they watch on television. Consequently, television is indispensable in our today.

II- Choose an expression which best completes each sentence. Write yours answers in the spaces provided. (5 marks)

In some parts of Cameroon, there are communities that still practise female---------------------------mutilation even though it is punishable by the law. (gentle, genital, gentile)

The-----------------------------------of the above act think that it helps to preserve the virginity of the girl child. (perpetrators, preceptors, predators)

This is an abuse of the right of the girl child. The-----------------------------------------------------of women empowerment and family should fight for its abolition. (ministering, ministered, minister)

On most major highways in Cameroon, drivers who over-speed and are caught must pay a----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------of 25000 FCFA. (fine, find, fines)

This is one of the ------------------------------------------------of accidents on our roads. (courses, curses

,causes)

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION (10 marks)

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Write in your own words as far as possible.

Erosion.

Erosion is the process by which weathered sediment is carried away. Rock material can be moved by streams and rivers, waves, glacial ice or wind. The number of fragments that are moved and the distance that they travel are affected by factors such as the size and mass of the particles and the speed at which the eroding agent is moving. Erosion affects the landscapes of all the regions of the world.

Soils are just a tiny fraction of all earth materials, yet they are a vital resource. Because spoils are necessary for the growth of rooted plants, they are the foundation of the human life-support system. However, soils are among our most abused resources. The loss of fertile topsoil is a growing problem as human activities disturb more of earth surface. Soil erosion is a natural part of the constant recycling of earth materials known as the rock cycle. Water, wind and other agents move soil from one place to another. Every time it rains, raindrops strike the soil surface. Water flowing across the surface then carries away the dislodged particles. Because thin sheets of water move the soil particles, this process is called erosion.

After flowing as a thin sheet for a short distance, the water forms tiny streams called rills. As more water enters the rills, they erode the soil further, erasing trenches known as gullies. Although most dislodged soil particles do not move far during each rainfall, large quantities eventually make their way downslope to a stream. The stream transports these soil particles, which are now called sediments, and eventually deposits them in the plains.

In the past, the soil eroded more slowly than it does today because more land was covered by trees, grasses, and other plants. Unfortunately, human activities that remove natural vegetation, such as farming, logging, and construction, have greatly accelerated erosion. Without plants, soil is more easily carried away by wind and water. Scientists can estimate the rate of erosion due to water by measuring the amount of sediments in rivers. These estimates indicate that before humans appeared, rivers carried about 9 million kg of sediments to the oceans each year. In contrast, the amount of sediments currently transported to the seas by rivers is about 24 trillion per year.

Wind generally erodes soil much more than water does. During a prolonged drought, however, strong winds can remove large quantities of soil from unprotected fields. That’s exactly what happened during the 1930’s in the part of the Great Plains that came to be known as the Dust Bowl. The rate of soil erosion depends on soil characteristics and factors such as climate, slope, and type of vegetation. In many regions, including about one-third of the world’s croplands, soil is eroding faster than it is being formed. This results in lower productivity, poorer crop quality, and threatened world food supply.

Another problem caused by excessive soil erosion is the deposition of sediment. Rivers that accumulate sediment must be dredged to remain open for shipping. As sediment settles in reservoirs, they become less useful for storing water, controlling floods, and generating electricity. Some sediment are contaminated with agricultural pesticides. When these chemicals enter a river or lake, they endanger organisms that live in or use the water, including humans. Sediments also contain soil nutrients, which come from natural processes and from added fertilizers. Excessive nutrient levels in lakes stimulate the growth of algae and plants. This can accelerate a process that eventually leads to the death of the lake.

Although we cannot completely eliminate soil erosion, we can significantly slow it by using soil conservation measures. A misunderstanding of the composition of the rainforest soil can lead to the destruction of millions of acres of it and what will be left will be severely leached, unproductive land. Conservation measures include steps taken to preserve environments and protect the land. These measures include planting rows of the rows of trees called windbreaks, terracing hillsides, ploughing along the contours of hills, and rotating crops. Preserving fertile soil is essential to feeding the world’s rapidly growing population.

(Culled and adapted from Pearson Earth Science, by Edwards J. Tarbuck and Co.)

QUESTIONS.

Give two things that determine the quantity and distance that eroded material can go. (2 marks)

Which two things contribute to soil erosion? (1 mark)

What is erosion? (1 mark)

How do human activities affect rates of erosion? (1 mark)

Soil erosion brings about negative effects. Name two of them. (1 mark)

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From the passage, name any four ways that can be used to preserve and protect the land from erosion. (2 marks)

Do you think that there is a problem of erosion in Cameroon? Suggest two ways to solve this problem (2 marks)

SECTION D: COMPOSITION WRITING (10 marks)

Write a composition of between 250-300 words on any ONE of the topics below.

Your parents want you to become a medical doctor after you leave school but this is not a profession you like. Write a letter to your uncle pleading with him to convince your parents to accept your choice of becoming a journalist. You may want to give the reasons for your choice, the importance of this job to the family or society, the opportunities that may come with time, etc…Your name is Gota and your address is Post Office Box 34, Figa. Your uncle is called Kasa.

The secretary of state for secondary education is visiting your school. Among some of the worries you have is the alarming rate of drug consumption among your schoolmates. As the senior prefect of your school, write a speech that you will present during this occasion. In your speech, give some of the reasons for this phenomenon, the consequences, what the school has been doing to stop it, and what you expect the secretary of state to do to help the situation. Your name is KIKA and the name of your school is GBHS Tana.

Your friend invited you for his birthday last week. The party was very interesting and you enjoyed yourself very well. Write a composition in which you say when, where, and what happened there. Also say what particularly attracted your attention. Your friend’s name is Bah.

SECTION A : GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I- Miss Liza is undergoing a job interview, complete the dialogue between her interviewer Mr Todd. (5 marks)

Mr Todd: Hello, miss Liza, welcome to our company.

Miss Liza: Thanks Mr Todd, I---------------------------------------------------------very happy I was shortlisted.

Mr Todd: How did you hear about the position?

Miss Liza: I bought a copy of Cameroon Tribune last week and saw the advert for the job vacancy in this company.

Mr Todd: So what do you know about our company?

Miss Liza: I am told to provide the-----------------------------------------------network service in the country. Everyone is satisfied with your services.

Mr Todd: You are a hardworking girl----------------------------------------------------------------------------------?

Miss Liza: Yes, presently work eight hours a day.

Mr Todd: But why do you want to leave your present job?

Miss Liza: The working conditions and the wages are not as good as what your company is offering.

Mr Todd: Oh I see. We are going to study your life. If we need more information about you, we----------------------------------------------------------------------your referees.

Miss Liza: Thank you Sir, looking forward------------------------------------------------------working with you.

II- Complete each sentence below with the correct form of the verb in brackets. (5 marks)

By 2025, i----------------------------------------------------------work for more than a decade in this company. (to work)

--------------------------------------------------is an indoor sport and recreational activity that is good for our health. (to dance)

Too much time----------------------------------------------on social media these days by family members to the detriment of family reunion. (to spend)

In democratic countries, journalists usually find out how elections-------------------------------------------so as to correct the system. (to rig)

Many young people prefer -------------------------------------------television to reading their books despite its negative effect on their academic performance. (to watch)

SECTION B : VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I- Complete the text below with appropriate words chosen from those in the box to make the text meaningful. There are more words than you will need. Use each word only once. (5 marks)

Test, women, confinement, service, girl, treatment, wearing, observed

Many people are dying from the world’s most dangerous pandemic that started in 2019 in China. Reports on Civid-19 infections from the various diagnostic and--------------------------------------------centres in Cameroon show a disturbing increase of the pandemic throughout the entire nation.

The head of these centres say if barrier measures are not ----------------------------------------this number will double in the next few weeks.There are many cases of Covid-19 that have been admitted in all the isolation centres. Some mild cases are on home-------------------------------------------. Of these positive cases, we have many pregnant ---------------------------------------------------and health personnel. The population is encouraged to respect measures like the--------------------------------------------------of masks and frequent hand-washing. They are also encouraged to take either Synopham , Astra-zeneka, or the Johnson and Johnson Covid-19 vaccinations.

II-Complete the sentences below with appropriate words of your choice to make them meaningful. (5 marks)

Viruses, bacteria and fungi are tinny organisms called -----------------------------------------------------------

Although you don’t get a salary when working as a------------------------------------------------------it helps you to network in your community and to increase your years of experience.

Internet service providers offer their customers with mobile internet-------------------------------------which enable them, have access to internet when and wherever they want to.

Cybercriminals sometimes -----------------------------------------------into people’s phones to steal money and information.

In Cameroon our cultural diversity causes many people to be---------------------------------------------because they speak the two official languages and many other local languages.

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION (10 marks)

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Write in your own words as far as possible.

Each piece of clothing sold as a care label, which lists recommended cleaning methods for the clothing. For a sweater, the instructions might tell you to wash using the washing machine and then dry at low temperature. They might also advise you to simply wash the sweater using your hands in cold water and lay the sweater flat to dry. “Dry Clean Only”.

Why is it necessary to put care instructions on label? The same cleaning method would not work for all materials. For example, a shirt made from 100 percent cotton may need to be ironed after washing, but a shirt made from cotton and polyester blend may come out of the dryer wrinkled free. A wool jacket often needs to be dry cleaned because wool can shrink when washed in water.

The tendency to wrinkle when washed is the property of cotton. The tendency not wrinkle is the property of polyester. The tendency to shrink when washed is a property of wool. Cotton, wool, and polyester have different properties because they have different compositions. The word “composition” means putting together or the combining of parts into whole. Materials can be divided into pure substances and mixtures based on their composition.

Matter that always has exactly the same composition is classified as a pure substance, or simply a substance. Table salt and table sugar are classified under pure substances because they have exactly the same composition since every sample of a given substance has the same properties because a substance has a fixed, uniform composition. The substances are further classified under two categories-elements and compounds.

Although there are millions of known substances, there are only 100 elements. An element is a substance that cannot be broken down into simpler pieces because it contains only one type of atom. At room temperature, some elements are solids, gases or liquids. Examples of elements are: aluminium, cabon, oxygen, nitrogen, bromine and mercury.

Water is composed of the elements: hydrogen and oxygen. When electricity passes through water, bubbles of oxygen and hydrogen gas form and rise to the surface of the water. If the gases are collected intonancontainer and a flame is brought near the mixture, the hydrogen and oxygen react and form water.

Water is classified as a compound because it is a substance made from two or more simpler substances and can be broken down into those simpler substances at either elemnts or other compounds. A compound always contains two or more elements joined in a fixed proportion.

The properties of a compound differ from those of the substances from which it is made. For example, oxygen and hydrogen are gases at room temperature but water is liquid. Hydrogen can fuel a fire, and oxygen can keep a fire burning, but water does not burn or help other substances to burn. Water is one of the substances commonly used to put out fire. What a paradox…

QUESTIONS.

What are the three different cleaning methods often attached to the label of clothing? (1,5 mark)

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Are these labels necessary? Justify with one reason. (1,5 mark)

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Explain why salt and sugar are classified under pure substances? (2 marks)

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What reaction takes place when electricity is passed through water? (1 mark)

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Which of these substances is not an element? Tick the correct answer.(1 mark)

Water, b) hydrogen, c) iron, d) aluminium.

Identify the two main differences between a compound and a substance. (2 marks)

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What do you think will happen to fire made in a room without a substance? (2 marks)

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SECTION D: COMPPOSITION WRITING (10 marks)

Write a composition of between 250-300 words on any ONE of the topics below.

There is a lack of recreational facilities in your community and youths are getting bored with their daily routine. As their leader, you decide to raise funds in order to construct a leisure centre. Write a speech to be presented on the occasion of the fundraising ceremony. In your speech, you may:

Say why a leisure centre is important to the youths of your community,

Specify the various activities that will take at the leisure centre,

Promise to make good use of the money to be received as well as the leisure centre itself.

Your name is Nande and your village is Bafounda.

Imagine you are a health expert in your community. A student comes to you to get information about a health problem or disease. Write an essay in which you discus on the following:

Identify the disease and its symptoms,

The causes,

The different means of transmission,

The prevention measures,

Give one piece of advice on how to treat this health problem or disease.

Farmers of your village are facing difficulties in carrying out their activities on a daily basis. The seasons keep on changing. The rainy season during which planting is done is getting shorter and shorter, leaving the soil as dry as during the dry season. Write an article entitled: “climate change challenges”, in the local farmers’ magazine in your village to sensitise them on the causes, the consequences of these changes in seasons, and advise them on what to do to reduce the effects of the present situation. Your name is Nname.

SECTION A : GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I-Complete with appropriate expressions in the brackets, this dialogue between a doctor (Doc) and a patient (Suh) (5 marks)

Doc:MrSuh, how are you today?

Suh: Better, doctor.

Doc: Tell me, what really happened to you?

Suh: I got up yesterday but was feeling weak and dizzy. I just realized that I was ------------------------------in the hospital. (after, here, them)

Doc: What are your eating habits? Do you eat well?

Suh: At home, we-----------------------------------------------------------------------eat jollof rice and bread. That’s our main dish. (usually, never, seldom)

Doc:MrSuh, I’m afraid you need to eat more balanced diets.

Suh: What do you mean doctor?

Doc: You need to eat various types of foods in order to be strong and healthy.

Suh: Doctor, I’m a bit----------------------------------------------------------these days and I cannot afford to vary my meals, you know. (hard up, high up, hard on)

Doc: Did you eat the day you fainred?

Suh: No. There was nothing at home.

Doc:MrSuh, if you want to stay healthy, you need to eat balanced meals, and they must be regular. By the way, do you-----------------------------------------------------------------------? (smoke, smoker, smokes)

Suh: Yes, that’s how I try to forget some of my problems.

Doc: Smoking-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------the right solution. It will cause you lung diseases and it can’t help you in any way. Besides, measure you rest enough after work. (aren’t, wasn’t, isn’t)

II-Fill the blanks with the correct forms of the words in the brackets.(5 marks)

Modern technology has developed many ways of-------------------------------------------------------------------fast messages. (to send)

The fax machine is one of them. To send fax-----------------------------------------------------------------------you need printers. (messager)

The fax machine must be------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------to a telephone line. (connector)

The message usually ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------immediately, but you must make sure that you touch the right button. (go)

As soon as my mum sent her message, lights went off and she became---------------------------------------(worry)

SECTION B: VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I-Choose the correct alternatives from the box and fill the blanks. Use each item only once. More words are given than you will need. (5 marks)

Education, mothers, elvis, babies, anti-natal, hospitals, families

Among teenage women, miscarriages are more common, and the babies are often born too early. These babies are usually tinier and weaker. This is because young-------------------------------------------------------do not eat well, especially if they are not from well to do------------------------------------------------------------------or their parents are not happy with their pregnancies. Early pregnancies come when their bodies have not finished growing. So the pelvis may be too narrow for the------------------------------------------------------------to get out easily. If they have to leave school early, they will miss their -------------------------------------------. They may not even know anything about ------------------------------------------------------------------------clinic and good nutrition. Whatever the case, parents whose teenagers fall into such temptations should assist them and ensure that all the necessary check-ups are carried out before delivery.

II- Complete these sentences with appropriate expressions of your choice. (5 marks)

Last weekend, my mother and I went to a------------------------------------------------------to eat something different from what we usually eat at home.

As we got there, the-------------------------------------------------------------------------------received us with a broad smile and showed us a beautiful table.

She then handed the-------------------------------------------------------------------to us. We consulted it and decided to have some fried plantain and roasted chicken.

She brought us some fruits---------------------------------------------------------------------------------since my mother drinks neither beer nor wine.

After all these, my mother paid the-------------------------------------------------------and we left for home very satisfied.

SECTION C: COMPREHENSION (10 marks)

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow.

Many tourists I have met told me that one place they have to go to is the weekend market. This market is huge and has everything from bags, souvenirs and handicrafts to many kinds of animals and plants. It also has a fantastic variety of local food. In other words, the weekend market is a great place for shopping and experiencing the local culture.

The market is located near the city’s main bus station; so people come from all over the country to buy and sell goods. Moreover, it is also near a train station and a bus station which makes it very convenient for city people, especially young people who don’t have cars. The market is very large and full of hundreds of small shops and stalls. Consequently, it can be confusing to get around. However, if you get lost, it is a good idea to look for the clock tower which is right in the middle of the market. It will help you find your way.

When I walk into the market early on a Sunday morning, there are people and cars and motorcycles everywhere. You have to be careful where you walk.

Many people are bringing their goods to sell in big bags on carts and trolleys. In fact, you might even have to jump out of the sellers’ way as they charge along the narrow walkways with their goods. In addition to the sellers, tourists and locals are pouring in looking for something to eat or ready to start shopping. As time goes by, the market gets more and more crowded and you have to start squeezing past people to keep moving. To sum up, a day at the weekend market is both a day of shopping and a unique experience for your senses. It is a kind of magical journey that is great as a first experience for tourists and an escape from daily life for locals. Moreover, while it is usually hot and crowded, the atmosphere is friendly and good-natured. As you walk through the market, you will experience many sensations. For example, there are many smells, scents and aromas. One moment you will be smelling the aromas of stir-fried dishes from a small restaurant and the next you will smell the scents of orchids and other flowers as you pass through the cooler and more relaxing garden section. Furthermore, walking deeper into the market, your eyes will

have trouble recording so many products with their many colours, designs and sizes. After a while you may feel dizzy and look for a quiet place to have a rest and refreshing drink. Fortunately, there are many small cafes and drink stalls selling fresh coconut juice, orange juice or iced water.

QUESTIONS

Provide a title to this text. (1 mark)

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Is the market is a great place for entertainment? (2 marks)

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Why is the weekend market a great place to go? (2 marks)

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Why can the market be confusing? (2 marks)

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What do you have to be careful about as you walk through the market? (1 mark)

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Why is the market described as a “magical journey”? (2 marks)

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SECTION D: COMPOSITION WRITING (10 marks)

Write a composition of between 250-300 words on any ONE of the topics below.

You have noticed with dissatisfaction that most people in your community do not respect the necessary measures taken by the government of your country to fight COVID 19. Most of them say that COVID 19 does not exist in your country. Some of them say it’s government strategy to get money from WHO. On the occasion of the celebration of the international Health Day, you as a youth leader of your community have decided to sensitise the people on the importance of respecting the measures the government has put in place to fight against COVID 19. Write a speech in which you explain:

What COVID 19 is, where it originated from, symptoms and preventive measures, why you think it is persistent, and the measure people of your community are using to prevent or cure it.

You are very sad because some of your family members were involved in a ghastly motor accident and they passed away leaving behind young children. Write an essay in which you talk about:

The major causes of road accidents,

Its consequences to the relatives and the country as a whole,

The measures the government of your country and individuals could take to solve the problem of road accidents.

Your uncle by name Vally smokes cigarettes. He also drinks beer and sachet whisky like “Fighters and Gold bond”. He always looks drunk and tired. Many of your family members have talked to him but he stills drinks and smokes. Write a letter to him informing him about:

His present state

The dangers of drinking sachet whisky and smoking

Your name is Bih Alice and your post office box is number is 789.

SECTION A : GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I-Bouba is undergoing a job interview. Complete the dialogue by filling the missing words or expressions. (2,5 marks)

Barka: Good morning Bouba. I am MrBarka. Let’s --------------------------------------------------------------------the interview. Are you ready?

Bouba: Yes, sir.

Barka: Could you tell me a little bit about yourself?

Bouba: I am a holder of Baccalauréat certificate in accounting. I---------------------------------------------- as part-time payroll clerk for three months.

Barka: What are your strength? -------------------------------------------------------------------should I hire you?

Bouba: I am a hard-working person and a fast learner. I am very eager to learn and I easily get along with people.

Barka: You can handle pressure, can’t you?

Bouba: Yes,----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- can.

Barka: Very good. I think it is going to be ok. Thank you for ---------------------------------------------------------

II-Choose the most appropriate word from the brackets to fill in the blank space. (2,5 marks)

-----------------------------------------------------------the population remains a major issue during COVID-19 pandemic. (food, feeding, feed, to feed)

----------------------------------------------------------------frequent electricity cuts, this cyber café can run its service effectively because its uses solar energy. (although,however, because, despite)

Scientists claim that many species-----------------------------------------------------------------------if we keep destroying their natural habitats? (would not survive; are not surviving; will not survive; would not have survived)

In Cameroon, poachers scarcely kill rhinos for their meat, -------------------------------------------------------

(aren’t they? do they? don’t they? didn’t they?)

---------------------------------------------------------there are fines for companies that ignore environmental regulations. Some choose to overlook them in our country. (furthermore, despite, even though, however)

III- Follow the instructions in the brackets. (5 marks)

If we invest in local business, we will earn more money. (change to conditional type 3)

Embezzlement is a dangerous illness. It kills our economy. (join the sentences using “which”)

Everybody should work hard to earn a living, ------------------------------------------------? (question tag)

We have the obligation to protect our national economy. We --------------------------------------------------protect our national economy. (use a modal verb)

If we don’t think twice before investing, you will lose your money. (continue the sentence as started for you)

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SECTION B: VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I-select the most suitable answer and fill in the blanks. (2,5 marks)

The general manager of this company has been on three international flight this year, so he’s worried about this ------------------------------------------------------------------------ (acid rain, carbon foot print, heatwave, organic farming)

The problem of global -------------------------------------------------------------------is manmade. (heat, hot, warming, warm)

Over the past month many offices have been stopping vehicles in Douala to test -----------------------(exhaust fumes, solar power, heat wave, sustainable development)

He finds substitute ---------------------------------------------------------------------for that destroy the ozone layer. (products, fertilizers, chemicals, containers)

The part of the earth where live exists is ---------------------------------------------------------(biosphere, ozone layer,earthquake, habitat)

II- John is a job seeker; he has been undergoing job interviews without success. Today one of his uncles is giving him some tips that can make him easily have a job. Read the uncle’s advice, choose the correct item from the box and complete it. (5 marks)

Punctual- politely- professional- headhunter- posture- skills- job interview- cross- handshake- job experiences

These are some tips for a -----------------------------------------------. Firstly, make good impressions. Dress neatly and formally. You do not need to wear a suit, but do not wear Jeans or a T-shirt.

Be -------------------------------------------------you will not be given the job if you arrive late to the interview. Find out beforehand where the interview will be, and what transport you can use to get there. Aim to arrive thirty minutes early. This will mean that if something unforeseen happens such as public transport being delayed; you will have time to make another plan. Also find out about the company and who the -------------------------------------------------- is, seat neatly with a good ----------------------------------------------------

Do not lean back on your chair, and do not lean forward to rest on the desk or table.

Do not -----------------------------------------------------------your legs, be confident. If the interviewer puts out his/her hand to shake yours, then give a brief, firm ----------------------------------------------------------as you greet him, ask questions that show that you are interested in your------------------------------------------------. Don’t be afraid to talk about you -------------------------------------------and your------------------------------------When the interview is over, thank the interviewer __________________ before you leave.

III- Complete with the correct form of the word in brackets. (5 marks)

Take care of your eyes------------------------------------------------------------------------ is precious. (See)

The best -----------------------------------------------------------method for AIDS is abstinence. (prevent)

Our------------------------------------------------------------------------------- habits affect our health. (food)

People should adopt a-----------------------------------------------behavior to avoid sicknesses. (health)

My sister wounded herself with a knife and she was ------------------------------------------------. (blood)

SECTION C: COMPREHENSION (10 marks)

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow it. Use your own words as much as possible.

Online Distance Learning.

Online learning in the nearest and most popular form of distance education today. Within the past decades, it has had a major impact on post-secondary education and the trend is increasing. Online learning is education that takes place over internet. It is often referred to “e learning” among other terms. However, online learning is just one of “distance learning”, the umbrella term for any learning that takes place across distance and not in traditional classroom. Distance learning has a long history and there are several types available today: correspondence courses (conducted through regular mail with little interactions), CD-ROM courses (where the student interacts with static computer content). Tele courses (where is delivered via radio or television broadcast), online learning (internet based courses offered synchronously and / or asynchronously), and mobile learning (by means of devices such as cellular phones and digital audio players).

Online distance learning is an instructional system which connects learners with educational resources. Students work on their own at home, at work, or at school and communicate with faculty and other students via e-mail, electronic forums, bulletin boards, instant messaging and other forms of computer-based communication. There are both advantages and disadvantages to online distance learning.

There are benefits in using online distance learning environments. Online education is available all the time and anywhere. However, there are drawbacks for some learners. The online learner only has the written text and no other face to face cues. This may confuse the learner and cause misunderstanding. While distance learning allows for openness, it is also cumbersome it is done by e-mail messages and writing and therefore may take more time than face –to-face learning.

Why online distance learning and why now? Online distance learning meets the needs for an over-increasing population of students who cannot or prefer not to participate in traditional classroom setting.

These learners include those unable to attend traditional classes due to COVID 19 pandemic, who cannot find a particular class at a chosen institution, who live in remote locations, who work full- time and can only study at or after work, and those who simply prefer to learn independently.

The minimum requirement for students to participate in an online course is access to a computer, and the motivation to succeed in a non-traditional classroom. Online classes provide and excellent method of course delivery unbound by time or location, allowing for accessibility to instruction at anytime from anywhere.Learners find the online environment a convenient way to fit education into their busy lives.The ability to access a course from any computer with internet access, 24 hours a day, seven days a week is tremendous for many students.

(Culled from http://www.sloan.c.org/resources/index:asp)

QUESTIONS

What is online distance learning? (2 marks)

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Find four types of distance learning methods in the text. (2 marks)

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From where can learners follow an online lesson? (2 marks)

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How beneficial is online distance learning to students? (2 marks)

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Do you think that high quality learning can take place without interacting with your teacher face-to-face? Why?(2 marks)

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SECTION D: COMPOSITION WRITING. (10 marks)

Write a composition of between 250-300 words on any ONE of the topics below.

You have noticed the poor management of garbage collection in your community. Write a letter addressed to the Mayor your BALI community complaining about the situation and suggesting means of appropriately managing waste. Your name VEDEL MON FILS, your address is GPHS Tombel, your post office number is 67413, South-west region.

Describe an achiever of your choice and say what makes him or her special.

Write an article in a newspaper of your choice about the various electronic means of payment you know. Your name is RAHINATOU VEDEL, your address is KINGS COLLEGE, PO BOX: 5678, Dschang.

SECTION A: GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I-Fill in the dialogue below with the correct alternatives from the brackets. (2,5 marks)

HAKHIM: Good morning Laura. Do you ----------------------------------------------------------------deforestation is the only cause of climate change? (believed, believing, belief)

LAURA: Not really. There are other causes such as bushfires, and the use of fossil fuel such coal and gas.

HAKHIM: Thank you very much for---------------------------------------------------------------------------------me. (enlighten, enlightening, enlightened).

LAURA: You’re welcome. What you do you think------------------------------------------------- be done to fight against this problem? (could, have to, may).

HAKHIM: Fighting against climate change requires practising reforestation, avoiding bushfires and using renewable sources of energy such as solar power.

LAURA: So if you had been in my shoes you---------------------------------------------------------------as many trees as possible. Wouldn’t you? (would plant, will plant, would have planted).

HAKHIM: Of course. I believe keeping the environment safe will be useful to everyone. By the way I am about------------------------------------------------------------------deforestation right away. (stop, stopping, stops)

II-Rewrite the sentences as stated for you. (5 marks)

Many teenagers take in drugs. Many teenagers smoke cigarettes.

Not only-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

These traders usually buy their goods online.

Goods------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Mister MANAOUDA asked the nurses if they needed some new staff around them.

Mister MANAOUDA asked--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

I will soon go on weekend to Dschang.

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These ladies would have purchases more goods as long as they had had much cash.

Had the ladies-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

III- Fill in the blanks with the sentences below putting the words in brackets in the correct form. (2,5 marks)

Modern technology is far--------------------------------------------------------that classic tools. (interesting)

I am about to----------------------------------------------------------------------an online command. (to place)

By this time next year, we------------------------------------------------------------------------a test. (to write)

The traders will start---------------------------------------------------------------------their taxes soon. (to pay)

It’s high time actions-------------------------------------------------to prevent juvenile delinquency. (to take)

SECTION C: COMPREHENSION (10 marks)

Read the following passage and answer the questions thatfollow.

Drugs are double edged swords. They hill and kill depending on how they are used. In most rural areas in Cameroon, more and more people are resorting to auto medication because civil servants who eager to improve their financial situation, and young unemployed people who eager to earn a living, are opening patent drugstores or passing through villages with baskets of full pills. Very few users, educated or not, stop to ask themselves if the drugs they are taking is appropriate for their health.

A couple of years ago, a lady named Miss Gin offered a bottle of drink to her friend Miss Belo. Miss Belo had just bought three capsules of Metronidazole, which she swallowed down with the beer. Hours later at home, she started vomiting. Suspecting that she had been poisoned, she told her relatives what had happened before being rushed to the hospital.

At the hospital, she told the doctor what happened earlier that day. Realizing her error, the doctor explained to her that beer and Metronidazole mix at all. It was the reaction that had caused the vomiting. An antidote was prescribed and she was taken home.

When she got home, her jubilant relatives had just returned from Miss Gin house where they had smashed and destroyed her property, only to be told that the vomiting was due to drug reaction. A long lasting friendship was destroyed because of ignorance.

Information on how these substances can be if not handled by competent health care officials or drug specialists are rare. Most of the drugs that circulate in rural areas and big town through hawkers come from illegal sources and are not usually kept under the right conditions. Pharmacists insist that the trademarks or the countries of origin are not guarantees of the quality, because this can be pirated and take drugs package.

In Bamenda, efforts to prosecute the patent medicine stores ended with a court case that was quickly dismissed because the patent medicine store pay taxes into national coffers. Health authorities are constantly leading a war against these illegal operators, because the consequences of this kind of drug abuse should never be taken slightly.

QUESTIONS

Suggest a suitable title to this passage. (2 marks)

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Why is it dangerous to buy medicine from patent drug stores? (2 marks)

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Why did Miss Belo get sick ? Was that the right thing to do ?why? (2 marks)

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What health problem can be caused by drug abuse? (2 marks)

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According to the passage, are all fake drugs harmful? Justify your answer. (2 marks)

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SECTION D: COMPOSITION WRITING. (10 marks)

Write a composition of between 250-300 words on any ONE of the topics below.

You went on holidays to Kumbato visit your aunt Stella. You were amazed when she took you to the Botanic garden and a wildlife park. Write a letter to your parents back home describing the sites you visited. Your name LOVELY MENADEL, your address is COCLABO, P.O BOX: 1437.

Many people argue that tourism is only good for entertainment while other think it has an educative importance. What do you think? Write an essay on the importance of tourism, both for recreation and education.

Write a letter to your uncle telling him about the importance of recycling and the use of renewable sources of power. Your name is KINGSLEY KOMAN; your address is P.H.S Tamba, your post office number 97123, Yaoundé.

SECTION A : GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I-Fill in each blank with an expression chosen from the brackets. (5 marks)

So many new technological advancements have been realized in the area of banking and all geared towards making customer services faster and smoother. Cameroonians--------------------------------------------have to learn in this domain. (already, still, yet, again). One of our flaws is that we lack mutual respect for---------------------------------------------------------------------- and we disregard even the simplest etiquettes like queuing up and waiting for our turns. (others, each other, another, one another). Even when we queue up in front of a cash point or ATM machines, there is----------------------------------------------------------any maintenance of social distancing because many persons understand why it is important. (hardly,never, always, ever). It is important because banking documents are-----------------------------------------------------------------------------that people need their space when consulting or using them. (much, far, so, more). Respecting these etiquettes is a habit we---------------------------------------------------------all adopt. (needn’t, must, have to, should). It is an advice.

II-Fill in the blanks with appropriate words of yours choice. (5 marks)

Ruth: There is garbage everywhere in our neighbourhoods. This has kept me thinking.

Josh: This situation is not only bad but getting-----------------------------------------------each day. The worst thing is that nobody cares.

Ruth: If i--------------------------------------- the Mayor of this city, I would take stringent measures to handle this problem.

Josh: What would you do?

Ruth: I would employ the measures that were used years-------------------------------------------when we were children. For example, placement of dustbins on the roadsides will-------------------------------------------banned because they encourage people to throw garbage on the streets. I will teach the people not only how to recycle and treat their garbage but also enlighten them on reasons----------------------------------------they should.

Josh: Meet the Mayor then and share your view----------------------------------------------------------------him.

Ruth: The Mayor? No I would -----------------------------------------------------------meet with the chiefs than meet with the Mayor, because he may just politicise it.

Josh: Have you just been thinking about this?

Ruth: No I’m about-----------------------------------------------------------write a project and a plan of action.

Josh: Wow. You are joking.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------?

Ruth: Oh no. I’m not. It is time-----------------------------------------------------takes action and that person may be me.

SECTION B: VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I-Fill in the blank spaces with appropriate words of your choice. (5 marks)

The corona virus pandemic has come with its own exigencies. There is a demand for new health---------------------------------------------------------------------like Covid information resource centre where workers have been working day and night answering calls. When people call, the workers at these centres have to first ask for some personal information like their-----------------------------------------------------------------,ages, places of origin and others before answering their worries. With Cameroon being a------------------------------country, they are obliged to respond in either English or French. It is obvious that some applicants lost this----------------------------------------------------------------------opportunity because they did not fulfill this criterion. What a pity. This is a lesson for all students. There will be a time in Cameroon when people who speak just one official language will remain--------------------------------------------------------No job for them.

II-Fill in each blank with the most appropriate word chosen from the box. (5 marks)

early, park, subsidies, empower, light, media, cinema, spare, appliances, recreational, computer

OMADA is a non-profit organisation that cares for young girls who are experiencing gender issues. Their goal is to-----------------------------------------------------them with ICT knowledge that they can use in their petty business. They want them to be acquainted with the use of the----------------------------------------------especially WORD and EXCEL. Most of these girls went into -----------------------------------------------------------and forceful marriages and have been separated from those husbands. Apart from learning they involve them in--------------------------------------------------------------activities that can take away their trauma. They take them to the--------------------------------------------------------to watch movies, to the-------------------------to walk, play around and relax and to other places. The manager complains that they cannot function fully because they face a lot of problems. The greatest is the frequent ---------------------------------------------------outage that not only makes them unable to use their electrical ------------------------------------------------------as they would want to, but destroy them. Some of their equipments cannot be fixed because they do not have the-----------------------------------------------------------parts. They are hoping that the government or any other international organisation will give them--------------------------------------------------to meet up with their expenses.

SECTION C: COMPREHENSION. (10 marks)

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow.

An English language teacher meets a student on the bilingualism day and have the following dialogue.

Good morning Sir.

Good morning young man. How are you today?

I am doing great. Thank you Sir.

Where are you off to?

I am going to the stadium to watch a football match.

I beg your pardon I!! I am surprised at your response. Isn’t today the national bilingualism day? Weren’t you supposed to be in school with your mates to celebrate this day?

Of course Sir. But I am not interested in this issue. I don’t know what bilingualism has brought to this country, and of which we can be proud.

There you go again!!! You keep on getting me astonished. Bilingualism is a vector of progress and development.

Really!!!

Yes of course. Bilingualism is extremely beneficial both for individuals and the state. Are you impressed by the bilingualism of mister Peter ESSOKA, Charles MESSANGA NYAMDING, Charles NDONGO, professor Maurice KAMTO, minister ISSA TCHIROMA Bakary…?

From all indications they are models to be followed. I am impressed by their outstanding bilingualism.

In that case, bear in mind that bilingualism facilitates communication. Let’s suppose you get to the market wishing to buy a pair of shoes and you notice your seller speaks the second language. If you are able to understand the language it will be easy for you to discus and understand each other. Meanwhile if you don’t things will be tough for you. Furthermore, it facilitates the acquisition of a job both at the national and international levels. In fact, during an interview an applicant who shows signs of being bilingual has that as an advantage on their side; and that eases their recruitment. Finally, it is a tool of unity and national integration. Whenever people of different linguistic and cultural backgrounds live together and communicate despite these diversities, it enables others to discover different cultures, and by so doing, promote peaceful coexistence and living togetherness.

Wowwww. I am impressed. From now on, I will endeavor to speak both official languages in Cameroon so as to strengthen my bilingualism. Thanks very much for enlightening me Sir.

You’re welcome my dear. Enjoy your day.

Thank you Sir.

QUESTIONS.

What title can you suggest to this passage? (2 marks)

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What is the collective importance of bilingualism cited in the passage? (2 marks)

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What are the official languages spoken in Cameroon? (2 marks)

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When was the bilingualism day celebrated in the year 2021? Which two activities did you carry out that day? (2 marks)

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Do you think English language is more important than French language? Justify your anwer (2 marks)

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SECTION D: ESSAY WRITING (10 marks)

Write an essay of about 250 to 300 words on any of the topics below.

Some people believe that vaccination is not an efficient means of preventing diseases. Do you agree? You shall answer this question based on the advantages of vaccination and the importance of other preventive methods.

Write an article addressed to the Editor in Chief of “La nouvelle Expression” on the impact of internet and social media on lives. Emphasize on the positive and negative impact. Your name is DelbochirBABA, your address is T.H.S Kumba, PO BOX: 274, South West Region.

After the corona virus outbreak, many organizations initiated fundraisings. Describe a specific one you adhered to, insisting on how it was organized, which interest people showed about it, and if you appreciated the initiative.

SECTION A: GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I- Complete this dialogue by putting the verb in brackets in the correct form. (2,5 marks)

JENSEN: I want to apply for a passport.

FORDI: Wow! That's nice. ---------------------------------------------------------------you want to travel out of the country? (to do)

JENSEN: Yes, of course. I wish to --------------------------------------------------------------to USA. (to travel)

FORDI: Are you bilingual?

JENSEN: What do you mean by being bilingual?

FORDI: Being bilingual is usually -----------------------------------------------------------------------to mean that the person speaks two official languages fluently. (to take)

JENSEN: Oh! I see. I can --------------------------------------------------both English and French. (to speak)

FORDI: That's nice to hear. To apply for a passport, you will need a passport fee, birth certificate, national identity card and four (4) -----------------------------------------------------------------------passport-sized photographs(colour)

JENSEN: Thanks for------------------------------------------------------------------me know all the requirements (to let). Will I book an appointment?

FORDI: Yes, of course.

JENSEN: Thanks very much.

FORDI: You are welcome.

II-Rewrite the sentences as indicated in brackets. (5marks)

I need some information about second language courses. (Put the sentence in the negative Form)

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"I started dress making hobby in my childhood", said Esther. ( Turn into reported speech)

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Although he was qualified, he didn't have a job. (Rewrite the sentence beginning with "despite")

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The future bride and bride groom completed the marriage forms last week. (passive voice)

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If she trains well, she will win the beauty contest. (Rewrite the sentence beginningwith “unless”)

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III- Choose the correct answer in brackets to complete the sentences. (2,5marks)

1) My sister has been appointed magistrate of the court. The whole family is going to ----------------------(eat up, eat off, eat out)

2) The meeting has been---------------------------------------------------to a later date. (called off, put up, put off, called up)

3) My brother does not have a passport, --------------------------------------------------------? (did he, doesn'the, do he, does he)

4) These are the couple -----------------------------------------------------marriage certificate was signed by the mayor. (who, which, whom, whose)

5) You should not go the Embassy---------------------------------------------------------you have an appointment. (if, but, unless, after)

SECTION B: VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I-Complete the sentences with your own words (5 marks)

1) A brief account of a person's education, qualification and previous occupations-------------------------------

2) A copy of the official document giving details for person's birth--------------------------------------------------

3) A letter from a previous employer testifying to someone's ability used when applyingfor a job ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

4) A permit to enter a specific country -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

5) When you voluntarily leave a job or office----------------------------------------------------------------------------

II- Complete the following paragraph with appropriate words of your own. (5marks)

Hobbies are a great way to fill your --------------------------------------------------------------------time. They are important for people's physical and ----------------------------------------------------------well-being. Sometimes, your hobby can grow into a ----------------------------------------------------for example, baking or sewing for income. When we are busy with working and studying, a hobby is a good way to-------------------------------- If you are shy, Your hobby can help you build your---------------------------------------------------------------------

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION

Read the text carefully and answer the questions below it.

It is no longer a secret to anybody that indiscipline prevails in College and high schools especially those in urban centres. The situation has been preoccupying the minds of teachers, parents and government authorities. The effects of this indiscipline are drug abuse, vandalism, moral depravity and alarming falling standards.

Discipline can be defined as training, especially of mind character, to produce self-control, habits of obedience etc. each College has an administrative staff comprising, senior discipline masters, wardens and boarding masters who are specifically charged with the maintenance of order and discipline. Yet the rate of juvenile delinquency in our College is alarming.

Many people think indiscipline is a device to repress those who try to go against the rules and regulations. This explains why most discipline masters simply look for recalcitrant students and mete out punishment as provided for in College and regulations. The risk of this repressive approach to discipline is that it does not only create in students a sentiment of fear, hostility or rebellion against College authorities, but also imposes a forceful discipline on students. Some take advantage of any free occasion to disguise and express their anger to College authorities.

Poor working conditions of teachers and students are likely to provoke discontent and disorder. For example, the uncontrolled enrolment of children in class, the poor programming of subjects in a school day, the lack of didactic materials, the poor location of some College which are often near markets, football fields, bars etc.

The incompetence and irresponsibility of some teachers is also a source of indiscipline amongst students. Some teachers do not take enough pains to prepare their lesson notes in order to render the subject captivating and interesting to students. This sometimes leads the teacher to make some monumental errors that expose him/her. Some parents are also to blame for indiscipline of their children…Most of them does not perform their role as initial teachers of their very children. Abandoned to themselves, these children are free to do whatever they like. Because of their social status, certain parents even go as making their children believe that they cannot be punished.

Some “parallel schools” hold in corridors and recreational grounds. In such schools, some licentious students mislead their friends who have good upbringing. Under such circumstances, principals of institutions of learning should revise their strategy and consider discipline and good conduct as an indispensable component of objectives assigned to their schools. Children have to be helped in a teaching and learning process.

Source: The report on first seminar on Bilingual College in Cameroon July 1993.

QUESTIONS

1- According to the text, what is indiscipline? (2 marks)

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2- What are the causes of indiscipline in school? (2marks)

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3- What are the consequences of indiscipline on students? (2marks)

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4- List two things that can make a teacher punish a student: (2marks)

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5- Is corporal punishment necessary to control indiscipline in schools? Give reason to justify you answer. (2marks)

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SECTION D: COMPOSITION (10 marks)

Write an essay of about 250-300 words on ANY ONE of this topics below.

It has been observed that many students in your school do not like speaking English because they consider it their second language. Write a speech as the President of the English language club to sensitize your school mates on the importance of English Language.

You missed writing the first continuous assessment because you had been absent from school for one week. This got the principal very angry and he convocated your parents to school. Write a letter of apology to the Principal. Your address is G.B.H.S Kumba, P.O Box 211 and your name is ESEME Paul.

Some people blame parental irresponsibility for being one of the causes of juvenile delinquency and youths’ violence. Do you agree with them? Justify your answer by insisting on the part of responsibility parents have on that social problem, and other causes.

SECTION A: GRAMMAR (10 marks)

I-Fill in the paragraph below with the missing words. (5 marks)

The fight------------------------------------------------gender discrimination has always been the main battle of the U.N.O. Preserving the rights------------------------------------------------female children is indeed a noble battle, as it leads to --------------------------------------------inequality between male and female persons. Hence, women can imagine and feel equal to men both in the social, professional and political fields. They usually---------------------------------------------------------------------for their rights in cases of violation before competent authorities. That is something quite---------------------------------------------------- in the previous decades. Now, equality has become a reality.

II-Complete the sentences below putting the words in brackets in the correct form. (5 marks)

These women are far more---------------------------------------------------------------than the others. (good)

It is needless----------------------------------------------------shopping in a supermarket these days. (to do)

Presidential elections---------------------------------------take place in Cameroon after five years. (always)

-------------------------------------------------------public funds is an act of bad governance. (appropriate)

All children must be treated-----------------------------------------------------despite their natural differences. (equality)

SECTION B: VOCABULARY (10 marks)

I-Complete the dialogue that follows with the missing words. (5 marks)

HUNG MIN: Hello RAMSDALE, how have you been? I heard you were hired in a -------------------------------- company. Which of them is it?

SON: Good morning friend. You are right I was recruited at CAMTEL.

HUNG MIN: I am happy for you. Getting a job nowadays with the increase rate of-----------------------------is indeed a blessing. Which steps did you follow before your recruitment?

SON: I only had to----------------------------------------an application made up of a handwritten letter, the photocopy of my certificates and a----------------------------------------------------------------------------vitae.

HUNG MIN: Is that all?

SON: Some days later, I was convened to carry out an---------------------------------------------------, after which I was-----------------------------------------------------------------------.After being shortlisted, I was finally hired amongthe twelve others.

HUNG: That’s good to hear.

II- Complete the sentences that follow with the word that is closest in meaning to the underlined (5 marks)

It is generally admitted that gynecologists have a filthy habit towards women. ------------------------------(nice, sweet, horrible)

Imprisonment is the prize for committing felonies. ----------------------------------------------------------------(sanction, price, money)

Being contaminated with veneral diseases is so painful. ----------------------------------------------------------(transmissible, deadly, viral)

That was a very expensive joke Tom made. ------------------------------------------------------------------------(costly, cheap,terrible)

Since the sneakers were very attractive, Védel took the two. -------------------------------------------(one, none, both)

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION

Read the text carefully and answer the questions below it.

It is well known that each and every human being has freedoms without which he or she has no concrete existence. This requires for the state, not only to recognize rights, but also to protect them by the use of laws and law enforcement services like administrative authorities, the police etc.

The rights we have today have gone through many processes. At the beginning, humans were to exercise their rights without the intervention of public authorities, who had to refrain from any action that may compromise the implementation of such rights. We may cite the case of right to property, freedom of speech etc… At this point, we talked of the first generation human rights. Being unable to implement these rights themselves, humans had to seek the intervention of the state to protect them. Then, those of the second generation were born. They consisted for humans to stand for their rights, but with the help of the government which protects them safely, and provide sanctions where necessary. For instance, citizens have freedom of association. But this can only be done after a prior authorization of the competent authorities. In addition, they should exercise their rights in conformity with laws and regulations, and public order.

Later on, modern world imperatives made it difficult for humans to have such a relationship with the state. Hence, both the state and the population have the duty to work hand in hand so as to implement and promote some rights. For example, citizens should help the state create more jobs, since the latter is incapable of doing so all alone. Furthermore, both have to protect the environment in order to promote sustainable development for all. These are called third generation human rights, or solidarity human rights.

QUESTIONS.

1)Suggest a title to this passage. (1 mark)

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2)How many types of human rights are mentioned in the passage? (2 marks)

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3)From the passage, what role does the government play in the implementation of human rights (2marks)

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4)Why is it said that third generation human rights are rights of solidarity? (2 marks)

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5)Do you think citizens only have rights? Name three duties of a citizen. (2 marks)

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Name three rights mentioned in the passage. (1 mark)

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SECTION D: ESSAY WRITING (10 marks)

Write an essay of about 250 to 300 words on any of the topics below.

1) Write an article in “Le Messager” on the importance of renewable energy sources. Emphasise on their utility on the environment. Your name is Léo MESSI, your address is KING’S GARDEN COLLEGE, your

Post office number is: 1496, Dschang.

Write a composition on the various actions put in place to fight against unemployment by the Cameroon government.

Many people in your area have noticed the increase rate of community problems. Write a letter to your uncle Tam’s telling him about the importance of carrying out a fundraising initiative. Your name is FOUDA ENAM, your address is NASLA Cameroon, PO BOX: 6709783, Buea.

SECTION A:GRAMMAR (10 marks)

Exercise 1 : Complete the following conversations with the correct forms of the verbs in brackets.

Samira: Good morning. I ………………………………………………….…. (to buy) a phone in your shop yesterday but I need you to forward some films on cultural practices.

Abdou: Good morning. Before forwarding it to you if possible! Can you …………………………………………….…. (to bring) your phone please?

Samira: Here it is! I have ……………………………………………. (to try) to send it with my friend but he didn’t succeed in it and he said that my phone was too small.

Samira: Ok! I can see. I advised you to watch the film curiously then respect your culture.

Abdou: Yes! But I ………………………………………………..…. (to do) it if my friend accepted my offer for the celebrations.

Samira: That’s great I ………………………….… already …………………………..…………… (to send) it since.

Exercise 2 :Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate item among those given in brackets.

Somebody …………………………………..…… for you here last night. But they didn’t tell me anything. (looked after, looked down on, looked, looked at)

If children eat too…………………………………………..…… sweets, they will spoil their teeth. (few, little, much, many)

I don’t mind………………………………………….. my clothes. It is ironing them I don’t like. (to washing, washing, wash, washed)

I won’t have accepted a lift in his car if I ………………………………………..what a bad driver he was.

(knew, known, had known, would know)

Everybody in my class……………………………………written the Probatoire exam. (has, having, have)

SECTION B :VOCABULARY (10 marks)

Exercise 1 :Match the words from the box with their definitions.

campaign, candidate, electoral committee, democracy, gender balance

A system of government where people elect their rulers freely--------------------------------------------------

A person who is competing to get an elected position ------------------------------------------------------------

A representation of both male and female candidate---------------------------------------------------------------

A group of people whose Job is to conduct elections --------------------------------------------------------------

The period before an election when candidates try to persuade people to vote for him--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Exercise 2 :Complete the sentences with appropriate word chosen from the list below.

Good -customer-receipt-consumer-bargaining-service.

When a customer discusses with the merchant to negotiate/lower the price of an item he is ............................................................................................

A ............................................................................ is something you buy and consume whereas a ............................................................ is something that someone does for you.

After we pay for our goods at the supermarket the shop assistant gives us a………………………………

A person who purchases goods and services for personal use is a

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A ...................................................................... is any person who buys goods or services from a shop, business or at the market.

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION (10 marks)

Read the text below and answer the questions that follow. Use your own words as far as possible.

VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN

The government of our country is hosting a campaign to voice our anger against violence against women and children. We have to find ways of making our homes and communities safe for all, especially for women and children.

Violence against women takes many forms – sexual, physical, economic, psychological – but all of these represent a violation of human dignity and human rights and have lasting consequences for both women themselves and for their communities. Genital mutilation for example is a form of physical violence against women that is still common in our country. This is when the genitals of girls or women are mutilated or incised. The aim of this practise in traditional society is to prevent girls from engaging themselves into early sex and avoid promiscuity. However, the consequences are disastrous. Girls or women who have undergone genital mutilation experience or will experience severe pain, excessive bleeding, sexual problems, childbirth complications, depression, etc.

Another violation of women dignity is breast ironing or breast flattening. This is when girls’ breasts are flattened so that they do not grow or stop developing. Objects such are stones, hammers, etc. are used in this process. It is more often when the young girl is entering puberty that her own family, under the misguided intention of protecting her from rape and sexual harassment decide to submit her to such a cruel treatment. Apart from creating severe pain and tissue damage, this practise can create psychological pain because what makes part of the girl’s beauty is removed.

Furthermore, women experience household or domestic violence in our country. It is estimated that more than 50% of women in our country go through violence in their households. Husbands often abuse their wives physically and emotionally by beating them up in front of their children.

Is anything been done in our country to save women from such abuses? Are the authors of these violent acts aware of the inhuman nature of their actions? The government and international organizations should take immediate actions to stop these practices. There should be a very severe legislation to punish the authors of those acts. Nongovernmental organizations such as Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch should keep on campaigning locally to help change the lives of thousands of women.

QUESTIONS :

What is the aim of the campaign hosted by the government? (2 marks)

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What are the different forms of violence against women? What do they represent? (2 marks)

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What is domestic violence ? (2 marks)

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Name two NGOs mentioned in the text. (2 marks)

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If you were the president of your community, what actions would you take to fight against women rights abuse ? (2 marks)

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SECTION D: COMPOSITION (10 marks)

Choose any ONE of the following topics and write an essay of between 250 to 300 words.

There have been power cuts in your neighbourhood. Sometimes you go for weeks without electricity. This situation is affecting our studies and your family life negatively. Write a letter of complaint to the Manager of ENEO about the power cuts and how they are affecting you. Your name is Baba and your address is G.H.S.

Touboro, P.O. Box 69, Touboro

You are the President of the English club. Write a speech that you will present during

Bilingualism Day celebration on the importance of English to Francophone. Your

name is Zoubeirou from Maroua.

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