Ordinary level 2025 South West mock English Language 2
Ordinary level 2025 South West mock English Language 2
QUESTION 1 : SECTION A;: DIRECTED WRITING (30 MARKS)
Content:
Expression:
Accuracy:
Slanting:
TOTAL:
14 marks,
06 marks,
06 marks,
04 marks:
30 marks
You are Akem Simon. In one of your club activities in ho\v you ccm make giftst”!
appreciative always appreciating , to redress gifts tins”‘situation rite an article . Writefor in just y°*ONE r*h°pa ° * h ofmt more than 150 words. Write in
a convincing manner, paying attention to grammar, md handwriting. |
“It was the best gift I ever received.” That is how a friend felt after receiving a computer her father
gave her when in high school, a gift that changed her life. Many people spend time and effort searching
for the best gifts for a loved one on special occasions. Receivers desire gifts that are worth remembering
and givers are encouraged to make gift-giving a source of true happiness for the ieceivers. If it s impossible
to give the “best” gift ever, attempt making a gift most cherished. Certain factors will increase the chances
for success.
A student quoted a laptop she was offered by her uncle as her best present because “I really needed
it,” she explained. This reveals that a person’s desire goes with whether he would like the gift or not. So,
think about the recipient; try to identify what he may value because such may influence his or her desires.
For example, spending time with grand children may be more appreciated by grandparents titan material
gifts.
Awareness of a person’s desires lies with being a good listener. From everyday conversations with
friends and relatives, listen closely for clues that indicate their likes and dislikes. A recipient will highly
cherish the simplest gift if it fills a particular need. It is interesting to make gift giving a surprise. Rather
than giving them advance notice, recipients enjoy surprise gifts since they create lasting memories and
invoke strong emotions of joy and love. Also remember to choose something that is unique when offering
gifts. A one-of-a-kind gift makes a recipient feel special, as if the giver went out of their way to find
something extraordinary. Such a gift w ould not be somethingrecipients would easily buy for themselves.
Equally’, be observant and take special note of a person’s circumstances. Is he/she young, single, or
divorced? Then give thoughts to what gift may address the need the person has. To gain more insight into
their needs, consult others w ho have been in similar situations. They may inform you about special needs
unknown by’ others.
Jus, words spoken a,the righ. time can bring healing,o the hearer, a gif, given at the rightJj|
the appropriate occasion, can con,rihate greatly ,o die receiver’s happiness. An expectant mother, a
potential graduate, a birthday celebrant are a few recipients of special gills. Sometimes it is equalb
practical to keep a list orspcaal events with the comine wnr
