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The Use Of English For Academic Purposes Question Paper

The Use Of English For Academic Purposes

Course:Bachelor Of Education English

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
INSTITUTIONAL BASED PROGRAM
EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS AND BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION
AEN 102: THE USE OF ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES
DATE: WEDNESDAY, 27TH AUGUST 2008
TIME: 2.00 P.M. ? 4.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question 1 and TWO other questions, one
from each of section B and C.

SECTION A: WRITING

1. (Compulsory)

Using either topic (i) or (ii) below:
(a)
Formulate an outline/plan (10 marks)
(b)
Using the outline, write an essay of about 500 words. (20 marks)
Topics
(i)
Ways of curbing corruption in society
(ii)
Qualities of an effective teacher

SECTION B: LISTENING AND SPEAKING
2.
Discuss any five factors that influence the listener?s interpretation of a speakers message. (20 marks)
3.
You have been invited to give a speech on violence among Kenyan University students. Clearly explain and justify the strategies you would employ in preparing your speech. (20 marks)

SECTION C: READING
4.
Name and describe the best reading strategy for each of the following purposes:
(a)
reading in preparation for an examination
(b)
locating an address in a directory
(c)
reading a social magazine
(20 marks)
5.
Discuss any four factors that can enhance reading efficiency. (20 marks)