Summary

• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises Grade 10 Media Technology Mid Term 2 2026 Exam with Marking Scheme. The PDF version is also available upon your request. The marking scheme is in a different document.

  This exam evaluates Grade 10 Media Technology learners on media concepts, print media formats, camera operation, media production phases, photography genres, and post-production — assessing both creative and technical media competencies under the KCBE Senior School curriculum.

  • Month Administered: June 2026
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Total Marks: 80 (Section A: 30 marks; Section B: 50 marks)
  • Structure:
    • Section A (30 marks) — Short-answer questions; all compulsory
    • Section B (50 marks) — Extended-response questions; all compulsory

  It covers the following topics:

  • Section A
    • Media Technology — definition, distinguishing traditional vs. new media, roles in modern Kenyan society
    • Print media formats — identifying formats (newspaper, magazine, poster, brochure, flyer)
    • DSLR camera — identifying labeled parts, function of camera components (sensor), stabilization accessory (tripod), prime vs. zoom lens
    • Media production personnel — matching camera operator, scriptwriter, video editor, sound engineer, and director to their responsibilities
    • Media production phases — ordering pre-production, production, and post-production; steps in pre-production; classifying activities (exporting, filming, setting up equipment, color grading)
  • Section B
    • TV talk show production — research aspects for a production, script format identification and completion, role of the production manager, importance of pitching
    • Photography — identifying genres (photojournalism, portraiture), camera accessory for landscape shots, differences between photojournalism and portraiture, storytelling functions of photographs in newspapers
    • Live news production — identifying safety hazards, camera personnel roles, distinguishing grip and lighting personnel
    • Post-production — video editing software (Adobe Premiere), steps in post-production, importance of archiving, importing vs. exporting video
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  MEDIA TECHNOLOGY

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