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• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises CROSS COUNTY JET English Paper 3 2026 Mock Exam with Answers (Marking Scheme). The PDF version is also available upon your request. The marking scheme is in a different document.

  It was a KCSE English Paper 3 examination.

  This paper tests creative writing proficiency and expository essay composition based on designated literary set texts. It assesses narrative composition skills and critical thematic argumentation supported by textual evidence.

  • Duration: 2½ Hours
  • Total Marks: 60
  • Number of Questions: 3 (Questions 1 - 3)
  • Structure: Three essay questions carrying 20 marks each: Question 1 (Compulsory Creative Composition), Question 2 (Compulsory Set Text Essay on The Samaritan), and Question 3 (Optional Set Text Essay chosen from three set text options).

  It covers the following topics:

  • Creative Composition (Question 1): narrative composition with a specified introductory prompt or a reflective story illustrating the proverb "Experience is the best teacher"
  • Compulsory Set Text (Question 2): thematic analysis of John Lara's play The Samaritan, examining how digital technology acts as an instrument for social accountability and governance transparency
  • Optional Set Texts (Question 3):
    • Short Story anthology (A Silent Song and Other Stories): analysis of Eric Ng'maryo's story "Ivory Bangles" on the perils of ignoring wise counsel
    • Drama (Parliament of Owls by Adipo Sidang'): exploring non-violent resistance and minority advocacy
    • Novel (An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro): examining moral accountability and the lingering consequences of past choices
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• Category:

  Mock Past Papers
• Level:

  Form 4
• Subject:

  English
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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