THE KENYA NATIONAL EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT PREDICTION SERIES

Candidate’s Name Assessment Number

School Name School Code
Candidate’s Signature Date
KENYA JUNIOR SCHOOL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT
-CREATIVE ARTS AND SPORTS-

911/2: CREATIVE ARTS AND SPORTS (Theory)

Paper 2

ENDTERM 2, 2025 TIME: 1 Hour 40 Minutes

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

1. Write your name and assessment number in the spaces provided above.
2. Write the name and code of your school in the spaces provided above.
3. Put your signature and write the date of the assessment in the spaces provided above.
4. This paper consists of two sections A and B.
5. Each section has THREE parts: Part I - Performing Arts, Part II - Sports, Part III - Visual Arts.
6. Section A comprises Multiple Choice Questions number: 1 to 40.
7. Section B comprises short structured and analysis questions number: 41 to 52.
8. Answer ALL the questions in section A on the separate answer sheet provided.
9. Answer ALL the questions in section B in the spaces provided on this question paper for Part I -
Performing Arts and Part III - Visual Arts.
10. For Part II - Sports, questions 45 and 46 are COMPULSORY. Choose EITHER question 47 or 48.
11. Do not remove any page from this question paper.
12. Answer all questions in English.

For official use only: SECTION B

Part Task Number Question Number Maximum score Candidate’s Score

Part I: Performing Arts 1 41 04
2 42 04
3 43 10
4 44 06
Part II: Sports 5 45 04
6 46 04
7 47 5
OPTIONAL 8 48 5
Part III: Visual Arts 9 50 04
10 51 04
11 52 10
TOTAL 60
This paper consists of 11 printed pages. Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the
pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
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SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS (40 Marks)

Read the instructions carefully.

1. You have been given this question paper and an answer sheet. This section of the question paper consists of
40 multiple-choice questions.
2. Answer ALL questions on the answer sheet provided, NOT on the question paper.
3. Do all the necessary rough work on the question paper.

HOW TO USE THE ANSWER SHEET

4. Use an ordinary HB pencil.

5. Confirm that the answer sheet you have been provided with has the following:

 YOUR ASSESSMENT NUMBER

 YOUR NAME
 NAME OF YOUR SCHOOL
 NAME OF THE SUBJECT

6. Keep the answer sheet clean, dry and DO NOT fold it.
7. For each of the questions 1 – 40, four answers are given. The answers are lettered A, B, C and D. In each case,
only ONE of the four answers is correct. Choose the correct answer.
8. On the answer sheet, mark the correct answer by drawing a dark line inside the box as shown in the example
below.

Example: 17. Understanding the role of colour is important for artists to effectively communicate their ideas.
Which of the following best describes the role of colour as an art element? A. Colour is used to make artwork
visually appealing. B. Colour helps to show emotions and mood in artworks. C. Colour plays a role in realistic
and abstract artworks. D. Colour enhances the subject matter in an artwork.

The correct answer is ‘B’.

On the answer sheet, in the set of boxes given, draw a dark line inside the box with the letter C printed in it as
marked below.

[A] [B] [C] [D]

9. The dark line MUST be within the box. DO NOT make any marks outside the boxes.
10. For each question, mark ONLY ONE box.
 SECTION A: (30 marks)

Answer all question in this section

PART I: PERFORMING ARTS 7. When a performer focuses on making their voice

audible and clear to the entire audience, they are
1. Which of the following describes the relationship demonstrating good:
between music, dance, and drama in a traditional A. Articulation
performance? B. Expression
A. They are distinct and unrelated art forms. C. Projection
B. Music provides the rhythm, dance provides the D. Diction
movement, and drama provides the story, often 8. In music, the term "pitch" refers to the:
intertwined. A. Speed of the music.
C. Dance is always accompanied by music, but drama B. Loudness of the sound.
is separate. C. Highness or lowness of a sound.
D. Drama dictates both the music and dance, with no D. Timbre of an instrument.
reciprocal influence. 9. Which of the following is a key element that
2. Rhythm in music is best described as: distinguishes a play from a short story?
A. The highness or lowness of a sound. A. Plot
B. The loudness or softness of a sound. B. Characters
C. The organization of sound durations in time. C. Dialogue meant for performance
D. The quality of a musical note. D. Theme
3. The term for a musical note that receives four beats in 10. Study the following image
4/4 time is a:
A. Minim
B. Crotchet
C. Semibreve
D. Quaver
4. A 'rest' in music indicates:
A. A prolonged note.
B. A period of silence. A flipbook is an early form of animation that
C. A change in tempo. demonstrates the principle of:
D. A repeated melodic pattern. A. Stop-motion
5. On the treble staff, the note found on the ledger line B. Persistence of vision
directly below the staff is: C. Claymation
A. D D. Digital rendering
B. C
C. B 11. What is the main purpose of creating a storyboard for
D. A a film or animation?
6. Grade 9 learners of Ilmeshuki Junior school studied A. To determine the film's budget.
the following grouping of notes. Identify the time B. To outline the visual sequence of scenes.
signature applied. C. To choose the actors.
D. To write the film's dialogue.
12. The musical quality that refers to how fast or slow a
piece of music is played is:
A. Pitch
B. Rhythm
C. Tempo
D. Dynamics
13. Which of the following is a characteristic of a good 20. A musical interval that spans three diatonic steps is
melody? typically a:
A. It has many dissonant intervals. A. Major 2nd B. Major 3rd
B. It is difficult to remember. C. Perfect 4th D. Perfect 5th
C. It has a logical and pleasing flow.
D. It uses only one note value. PART II: SPORTS
14. When playing a descant recorder, "fingering" refers
to: 21. The ability of the body to move quickly and
A. The way you hold the instrument. change direction with ease is known as:
B. The technique of covering and uncovering holes to A. Strength B. Endurance
produce different notes. C. Agility D. Coordination
C. The process of warming up the instrument. 22. Which athletic event involves throwing a spear-
D. The embouchure used for blowing. like implement for distance?
15. What is the primary role of costumes and adornment A. Discus throw B. Shot put
in Kenyan folk dances? C. Javelin throw D. Hammer throw
A. To make the dancers look uniform. 23. What is the primary purpose of a "carving" on a
B. To provide historical context and express cultural javelin?
identity. A. For aesthetic appeal.
C. To make the dance performance longer. B. To improve the grip for the thrower.
D. To make the dancers more comfortable. C. To make the javelin lighter.
16. The role of creative arts and sports in fostering D. To increase air resistance.
national identity is primarily through: 24. A key skill in handball that involves propelling the
A. Providing job opportunities for artists and athletes. ball towards the opponent's goal with force is
B. Promoting unity, cultural preservation, and national called:
pride. A. Dribbling B. Passing
C. Encouraging competition among different ethnic C. Jumpshot D. Catching
groups. 25. The ability of a player to maintain control of the
D. Generating revenue for the government. ball while moving in football is called:
17. In music, a Crotchet is equivalent to how many A. Kicking B. Dribbling
quavers? C. Heading D. Passing
A. One 26. Mwangi was playing football, identify the skill
B. Two demontrated?
C. Three
D. Four
18. During a music lesson, the teacher shown the
sfollowing solfa sign:

A. do
B. ti
C. la
D. so
19. Which of the following is an element of music?
A. Plot
A. chest trap.
B. Setting
B. thigh trap.
C. Rhythm
C. foot trap.
D. Form
D. placed shot.
27. In netball, which footwork rule restricts a player 35. "Coordination" in physical fitness is the ability to:
from taking more than one step while holding the A. Sustain prolonged physical activity.
ball? B. Use different parts of the body together
A. Stepping B. Pivoting C. Landing D. Dodging smoothly and efficiently.
28. In volleyball, a play conducted the activity as C. Exert maximal force.
demonstrated below D. Change direction rapidly.
36. In football, a "shot" refers to:
A. A pass to a teammate.
B. An attempt to score a goal by kicking or
heading the ball towards the opponent's net.
C. A defensive maneuver to block an opponent.
D. A foul committed by a player.
37. Which of the following is a fundamental dribbling
This type of play is called: technique in basketball or handball?
A. Dribbling with both hands simultaneously.
A. Spiking B. Setting C. Serving D. Passing B. Keeping the ball in continuous contact with the
hand.
29. "Endurance" in physical fitness refers to the C. Pushing the ball with the fingertips.
body's ability to: D. Using only one hand to dribble while running.
A. Generate maximum force in a single effort. 38. "Agility" is a crucial component of fitness in
B. Maintain physical activity for prolonged sports like netball because it allows players to:
periods. A. Jump higher.
C. Change direction quickly. B. Change direction quickly to evade opponents or
D. Move joints through a full range of motion. get open.
30. In swimming, the "backstroke" is unique because: C. Throw the ball further.
A. It is the fastest swimming style. D. Have greater stamina.
B. It is performed lying on the back. 39. The main objective of "footwork" in Netball is to:
C. It uses only arm movements. A. Show off skill.
D. It is only performed in open water. B. Avoid contact with opponents.
31. Which of the following is a common type of pass C. Move legally while in possession of the ball.
used in Netball? D. Confuse the opposing team.
A. Chest pass B. Overhead pass 40. During an athletic competition, athletes were
C. Bounce pass D. All of the above observed applying a certain skill as shown below.
32. Which type of physical fitness focuses on the
ability of muscles to exert force?
A. Endurance B. Flexibility
C. Strength D. Agility
33. When playing handball, a player makes a "jump
shot" when they:
A. Pass the ball while jumping.
B. Shoot the ball at the goal while airborne. What skill is demonstrated?
C. Dribble the ball and jump over an opponent.
D. Catch the ball after jumping. A.Visual baton exchange
34. Maintaining good "posture" while performing in
sports is crucial for: B.non visual baton exchange
A. Reducing fatigue and preventing injury.
B. Making the performance more visually C.standing start
appealing.
C. Increasing speed only. D.Elongsted start
D. Improving communication with teammates.
 SECTION B: (60 marks)

PART I: PERFORMING ARTS

Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided after each question.

41. Learners at Kibera Junior School are preparing a musical presentation for their school's annual drama and music
festival. The presentation includes a choral verse and a performance of a Swahili folk song.

(a) For the choral verse, the learners are working on vocal expression.

(i) Identify two distinct vocal qualities that a group of performers can use to create emphasis on a particular word or

phrase in a choral verse. (2 marks)

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(ii) Explain how varying the pace (tempo) of speaking can affect the overall mood of a section in a choral verse. (2
marks)
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(b) For the Swahili folk song, the learners plan to incorporate traditional musical instruments.

(i) Name two common types of traditional Kenyan musical instruments that could accompany a Swahili folk song. (2
marks)
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(ii) Outline two specific roles these instruments would play in enhancing the folk song performance. (2 marks)
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(c) Both the choral verse and the folk song aim to engage the audience.

(i) State one non-verbal cue that performers can use to invite audience participation during the performance. (1 mark)
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(ii) Give one reason why performing traditional folk songs and verses is important for cultural preservation in Kenya. (1
mark)
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43. Learners from Umoja Junior School participated in a cultural festival where they presented a traditional Kenyan
dance. Their teacher emphasized the importance of storytelling through movement and expression.

(a) Outline five ways in which movement and gestures contribute to effective storytelling in a traditional dance
performance. (5 marks)

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(b) Identify five roles played by vocal expressions (e.g., singing, chanting, ululating) in this dance performance. (5
marks)

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44. During their Creative Arts lesson, Grade 8 learners discussed the process of creating a short play from a local
folktale.

(a) Identify two key elements that must be present in the script of their play for it to be coherent. (2 marks)

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(b) Outline two ways in which sound effects could be used to enhance the play's setting and atmosphere. (2 marks)

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(c) Explain two benefits of involving the audience in a drama performance (e.g., through call-and-response,
participation). (2 marks)

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PART II: SPORTS

Answer questions 45 and 46. For question 47 and 48, answer only ONE of them.

45. During a school sports day, a Grade 8 learner participated in the long jump event.

(a) Outline two key safety precautions that should be observed at the long jump pit. (2 marks)

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(b) Describe two phases of the long jump technique after the athlete takes off from the board. (2 marks)

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46. A netball team captain is teaching her teammates how to perform a strong 'chest pass'.

Identify four common errors that players often make when performing a chest pass and explain how to correct each. (4
marks)

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47. A teacher introduced learners to the basic skills of playing basketball.

(i) What is the main objective of dribbling in basketball? (2 marks)

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(ii) Describe two types of dribbling techniques that a player might use during a game. (4 marks)

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(iii) Explain two reasons why teamwork is crucial for success in a game of basketball. (4 marks)

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48. During a physical education lesson, learners were introduced to traditional Kenyan games.

(i) What distinguishes traditional games from modern sports? (2 marks)

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(ii) Choose one traditional Kenyan game and describe how it is played. (4 marks)

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(iii) Explain two values that can be learned by participating in traditional games. (2 marks)

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(iv) Outline two ways in which traditional Kenyan games can be promoted among young learners today. (2 marks)

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PART III: VISUAL ARTS

Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided after each question.

50. (a) As a curator at an art gallery, proper display of artworks is essential.

In the reproduction below of a painting, use dotted lines to mark how the artwork would look like when mounted on a
larger piece of plain white paper to enhance its presentation. (2 marks)

(b) Learners are preparing an art exhibition for their school's open day. Describe two creative ways they could make
their art display space exciting and engaging for visitors. (2 marks)

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51. During a practical lesson, learners created a collage artwork using various materials found around the school
compound.

Outline four steps they followed in the process of creating their collage. (4 marks)

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52. Learners in an art appreciation lesson were analysed various aspects of the reproduction of the painting below.

Analyze the possible title for the painting and discuss how the subject matter and use of space are applied in the
artwork. (10 marks)

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