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Form 1 - Language Arts - Term 1

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Section A: Grammar and Sentence Construction.

(20 marks)

Rewrite the sentences below, replacing the underlined adjectives with more vivid
options.

1. The cake was good.


2. The movie was great.
3. She has a big garden.
4. The dog is bad.
5. He wore a nice shirt.

Expand the following sentences.

6. The boy ran.


7. She sang.
8. They went to the park.
9. He built a house.
10. I bought a gift.

Complete the paragraph by filling each blank space with the most suitable
coordinating conjunction.

It was a chilly morning for the weather had changed overnight. We packed our bags
(11) __________decided to head out early. No one wanted to stay behind, (12)
___________ did we want to cancel our plans. The trail was steep
(13) ___________ the view at the top was worth it. Should we take the longer path,
(14) __________ try the shorter, more difficult one? It was tempting to give up, (15)
__________we pushed forward with determination. In the end, we were glad we
persevered.

Use the correct subject or object pronouns to complete the following paragraph from
John's narrative.

Yesterday, my brother and I went to the basketball court. He asked (16)______ if I


wanted to practice shooting hoops with (17)_______. As we played, a group of kids
joined (18) _________and one of them said, “Can (19) ______ show us how to do a
slam dunk?” My brother and I agreed and had a fun time teaching (20) ______.
Section B: Spelling (5 marks)

The following sentences contain misspelt words. Rewrite the incorrectly spelt words.

1. He was an amature photographer but had a great passion for capturing beautiful
moments.

2. The hotel offered excellent accomodation for the price.

3. She accidently left her keys in the car.

4. If you want to acheive your dreams, stay focused.

5. They had a heated arguement about the best way to solve the problem.

Section C: Comprehension (10 marks)

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

Christmas was always a magical time for the town. Streets were decorated with
twinkling lights that danced in the evening breeze, and the smell of freshly baked
cookies mingled with the crisp scent of pine. Children eagerly awaited Santa's
arrival, their excitement growing as the days counted down. Families gathered in
warm, cozy homes to exchange gifts, share meals, and celebrate the season of
togetherness.

For young Lucy, Christmas held a special meaning. Every year, she would help her
grandmother prepare the family’s cherished fruit cake recipe, a tradition that had
been passed down for generations. They would spend hours in the kitchen, laughing
as they measured, stirred, and tasted. As they worked, Lucy's grandmother would
share stories of past Christmases, teaching her the importance of family, gratitude,
and kindness.
On Christmas Eve, the family would gather in the living room, listening to carols and
sipping hot chocolate. Lucy cherished these moments, knowing that the joy and love
they shared would last a lifetime. To her, Christmas wasn’t just about presents or
decorations; it was a time to connect with loved ones and celebrate the beauty of
giving and togetherness.

1. Identify TWO things that made Christmas magical in the town. (1 mark)

2. What special activity did Lucy and her grandmother do every year? (1 mark)

3. State the lessons taught by Lucy’s grandmother during their time together? (1
mark)

4. Provide two supporting details that show the family valued togetherness. (2
marks)

5. Based on the passage, why are family traditions important? (2 marks)

6. Find two words or phrases from the passage that evoke a warm, festive feeling. (2
marks)

7. Suggest a suitable title for the passage that captures its essence. (1 mark)
Section D: Poetry (15 marks)

1.Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow:

The Caribbean Breeze

The sun sets low, a golden hue,


The ocean waves a sparkling blue.
Palm trees sway with gentle grace,
As island winds embrace your face.

a. Identify the rhyme scheme/pattern of the poem. (2 marks)

b. What is the main idea of the poem? (2 marks)

c. Find two adjectives used in the poem. (2 marks)

d. What is another word for ‘sway’ as used in the poem? ( 2 marks)

d. What feeling does the poem evoke? (2 marks)

2. Write a poem of your own (at least 4 lines long) using ONE of the rhyming
schemes/ patterns you know. (5 marks)

END OF EXAM

MERRY CHRISTMAS

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