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Use Of English For Academic Purposes Question Paper

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
INSTITUTE OF OPEN LEARNING
SPECIAL/SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR
OF ARTS AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
AEN 102: USE OF ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES
DATE: Monday 6th October 2008

TIME: 10.00am-12.00Noon

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question 1 and any Two others.

1.
Select a topic from the list below and:
(a)
write a one-page essay outline. (10 marks)
(b)
write an essay of about 500 words. (20 marks)
2.
(a)
How is listening different from hearing? (5 marks)
(b)
Discuss any three ways in which listening can facilitate learning at the University. (15 marks)
3.
The purpose for reading determines the reading technique. Discuss this statement with suitable illustrations. (20 marks)
4.
A discussion group offers learners an opportunity to develop their speaking skills. With reference to this statement describe how effective discussions can be conducted. (20 marks)
5.
Explain how knowledge of the following skills will enable a University student to cope with studies.
(a)
Writing skills
(b)
Speaking skills
(c)
Reading skills
(20 marks)