IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION QUESTIONS
1. Imaginative composition.
Either
a) Write a story ending with
………………………….. indeed a good day is seen in the morning.
Or
b) Discuss how insecurity can be an impediment to development.
2. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) (20 marks)
Either
(a) Write a story beginning with;
Judging from the activities going on in the compound a great ceremony was about to take place ……………….
Or
b) Write a composition to illustrate the saying:
“Pride comes before a fall.”
3. Creative composition (compulsory) 20 marks
Either
(a)Write a composition illustrating the saying; “When two bulls fight, the grass suffers.”
Or
(b). Write a story ending with the words: “I was relieved on waking up and realizing
that it was only a nightmare.
4. Imaginative composition (compulsory)
Either
(a) Write a composition agreeing or disagreeing with the statement, “Ethnicity is the major cause of
violence in our society,”
OR
(b) Write a composition ending with the statement, “ This experience taught me that to be great, you have to be humble.”
5. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY). (20 Marks)
Write a story ending with:
a) Since that day, I have never forgotten that painful experience.
Or
b) Discuss ways in which the government can combat terrorism.
6. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY). (20 marks)
Either
a. Write a composition ending with the following statement:
“From that day, I vowed never to accept lifts offered by strangers.”
or
b. Write a composition on the following statement:
“Technological advancement has impacted negatively on the society, especially the youth.”
7. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY )
Either
(a) Write a story to illustrate the saying:
“Don’t count your chicks before they are hatched.”
Or
(b) Write a story beginning with:
“Darkness eventually covered the entire village like a blanket.”
8. Write a composition to illustrate the following proverb:
“Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.”
Or
Write a composition to explain how the devolution of the government has benefited
Kenyans.
9. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION ( COMPULSORY) (20mks)
Either
(a) As a Kenyan, you are a witness to the rising insecurity being experienced countrywide. Write a composition detailing the various measures the government should take to effectively address the problem.
Or
(b) Describe a wedding you attended. (20mks)
10. Imaginative Composition. (20 marks)
EITHER
(a) Write a composition for or against the fact that Genetically Modified Foods is the answer to Kenya’s food insecurity.
OR
(b) Write a composition beginning: I can never forget her name, her soft-spoken manner…..
11. Imaginative composition {20 marks}
a) Either
Write a composition to begin:
The courtroom was filled to the brim ……
Or
Describe an occasion that changed your life.
12. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20marks)
Either
Write a composition beginning with the following sentence.
( a ) When I opened the door, the sight of a pool of blood made me scream in fear…
Or
( b) Enhancing security is the responsibility of every citizen, not just the government. Write an
essay to relate the various ways in which ordinary citizens can complement the government’s
the effort to provide security.
13. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
(a) Write a story ending with the following words … The experience left a permanent scar in my heart.
or
(b) Write a composition justifying or refuting this statement: “The government is justified in its plan to provide laptops to pupils in class one.”
14. Imaginative composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a story ending with “As he was led to prison to start his term, Kamau let out a groan of pain wishing he had not involved himself in corrupt deals.
Or
b) Write a composition to illustrate the proverb/saying “The days of a thief are numbered.”
15. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) (20marks)
Either
a) Write a composition beginning with;
“The deafening silence was broken by shouts and screams. As I crawled out of bed, I knew that the worst had finally happened…”
Or
b) “Both men and women should have equal rights in the job market” using adequate illustration write a composition for or against the statement.
16. Imaginative Composition
Either
(a) Write an interesting story beginning with.
I had not thought it was such a big problem until I got involved. (20 mks)
Or
(b) Imagine that you are the Minister of Environment. Discuss the measures you would take to curb flooding in Kenyan urban areas. (20 mks)
17. Imaginative composition (Compulsory) (20 mks)
either
a) Write a story beginning with:
I screamed as loud as I could for …………
Or
b) Write the story to illustrate the saying:
You reap what you sow
18. Imaginative composition 20 marks
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the following sentence
'That was the hardest decision I had to make
or
Write a story involving the following
-A schoolgirl
-A police officer
-A Matatu tout
19. IMAGINATIVE WRITING (COMPULSORY) (20 Marks)
EITHER
(a) Write a story beginning with the words; The whole neighbourhood
was full of shouts ………… (20 marks)
OR
(b) “The banning of schools’ ranking in the K.C.S.E. performance was
long overdue.” Write a composition to validate the statement.
20. Imaginative Composition
Either
(c) Write an interesting story beginning with.
I had not thought it was such a big problem until I got involved. (20 mks)
Or
Imagine that you are the Minister of Environment. Discuss the measures you would take to curb flooding in Kenyan urban areas.
21. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) (20marks)
Either:
a) Write a composition ending with:
… Thank God, it was just a nightmare.
Or:
b) Write a composition highlighting ways in which the government can use to combat insecurity in Kenya today.
22. Compulsory: Imaginative composition
Either
a) Write a composition beginning with the following sentence
“It was meant to be a joyful grand ceremony……..
Or
b) Write a composition to illustrate the proverb:
You reap where you sow.
23. Imaginative composition. (20marks)
Either:
a) Write a composition beginning:
Looking at my father, I knew my brother and I were in hot soup.......
Or
Write a story to illustrate the saying
“All that glitters is not gold”
24. CREATIVE WRITING (20marks)
Either
a) Write a story to illustrate the truth of the saying “Those who live by the sword die by the sword”
Or
b) Write a story ending with the following:
“…… I realized that I had had a very narrow escape indeed.”
25. Imaginative composition. (20marks)
Either
(a) Write a composition beginning with the words; with not tears quashing out, I began running; running ……………………….(20mks)
or
(b) Write a composition to illustrate the proverb: “Better the devil you know than the angel you do not know” (20mks)
26. Imaginative composition (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a story ending with:
…. I walked home feeling sad about what had happened during the day.
Or
b) ‘The ranking of schools during the release of the national examinations should continue.’ Write a composition in support or against this statement.
27. IMAGINATIVE WRITING (COMPULSORY)
EITHER
(a) Write a story beginning with the words; The whole neighbourhood
was full of shouts ………… (20 marks)
OR
(b) “The banning of schools’ ranking in the K.C.S.E. performance was
long overdue.” Write a composition to validate the statement.
28. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) (20marks)
Either:
a) Write a composition on what the youth in Kenya can do to combat corruption.
Or:
b) Write a composition to illustrate the saying:
‘Arose by any other name smells just as sweet’
29. Compulsory: Imaginative composition (20marks)
Either
a) Write a story ending with:
When tears began to well up in her eyes, I turned and walked away.
Or
b) Write a composition on this saying:
“Honesty is the best policy.”
30. Imaginative composition (20mks)
EITHER
a) Write a story starting with:
It all started as a rumour but no one in the family took it seriously until…
OR
c) Write a story to illustrate the saying: “The shortest way home is not always the quickest”.
31. Imaginative Composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a composition to illustrate the saying: “Once bitten twice shy.”
OR
b) Write a composition ending with the words ‘... From that day, whenever I see him, my heart is filled with bitterness.’
32. Imaginative composition {20 marks}
a) Either
Write a composition to begin:
The courtroom was filled to the brim ……
Or
Describe an occasion that changed your life.
33. IMAGINATIVE WRITING – (20 marks)
a) Write a composition ending with the words
… I realized what a fool I had been.
or
b) Write a story to illustrate the saying...
You cannot climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pocket.
34. Imaginative Composition
(a) Write an interesting composition ending with … I trudged wearily and regretted why I left home without permission. (20 mks)
Or
Write a story to illustrate the saying “Opportunity seldom knocks twice.”
35. Imaginative composition (compulsory).
Either;
(a) Write a story ending with the following words.
..............................As I bid her farewell, I knew I will never see her again. (20 marks)
Or
(b) “The Kenyan youth have a great potential to develop society.”
Write a composition highlighting the opportunities and challenges facing them.
36. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION( COMPULSORY) (20MKS)
Either
(a) Write a story ending with the following sentences
“……. Then I realized that really hard work pays” (20mks)
OR
Devolution has come with a bagful of goodies.
Write a composition supporting or opposing this statement.
37. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 mks)
Either:-
(a) Write a composition to illustrate the saying: “Let not the pot call the kettle black.” (20 mks)
Or:-
Write a story ending, “…………….. I swallowed hard, looked from one side to the other and said thank you very much, madam.”
38. Write a story beginning
As I walked towards our gate holding the brown envelope the principal had given me, I wondered how I would face my father.
Or
Write a story to illustrate the saying.
You never miss the water till the well runs dry.
39. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
(a) Write a story ending:… I was greatly relieved on hearing the news.
Or
(b) Write a composition explaining what the government should do to avoid another post-election violence in Kenya in next year’s general election.
40. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20mks)
EITHER
(a)Write a story ending with: …he walked away feeling dejected.
OR
(b) Write a story to illustrate the proverb ‘Make hay while the sun shines.’
41. Imaginative composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the sentence:
“ I knew for sure that good upbringing is all that a child needs”
Or
b) Write a story to illustrate the saying:
“Misfortunes never come singly”
42. Imaginative composition {20 marks}
Either
a) Write a composition beginning with the words:
“You will serve as an example to the rest of the students in this school” the Principal shouted as he pushed me to the office.
Or
b) Write a composition to illustrate the saying,’ Let not the pot call the kettle black.’
43. Creative composition and essays based on set texts
Either
(a) Write a composition to illustrate the following proverb.
“Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder: (20 marks)
or
(b) Write a composition on what heads of schools should do to avert the escalating student strikes that are being witnessed in the country. (20 marks)
44. Imaginative composition (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a story ending with:
…. I walked home feeling sad about what had happened during the day.
Or
b) ‘The ranking of schools during the release of the national examinations should continue.’ Write a composition in support or against this statement.
45. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory)
Either.
a) Write a story beginning with
I stood for a while, listened ……………………………………………………………………………………………
Or
b) Write a composition explaining what should be done to reduce addiction to mobile telephony by young people in Kenya.
46. Imaginative Composition.
Either
a). Write a story beginning…
I heard the screeching of brakes ….
Or
b). ` Discuss ways in which the youth can contribute towards a peaceful election.
47. Imaginative Composition (20 Mks)
Either,
a)Write a story starting with the statement,
The cancellation of my K.C.S.E results news after being in Nuru High School for five years was received with shock and resentment ……………
Or
b) Write an interesting composition to illustrate the saying.
A stitch in time saves nine.
48. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 mks)
Either
(a) Write a composition based on the proverb; You never miss the water till the well runs dry”
or
(b) Write a composition explaining what should be done to preserve forests in Kenya.
49. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY)
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the following:
“ ……………….. after this incident, I realized that it is good to be disciplined.”. (20marks)
Or
b) “Possession of mobile phones by high school students should be legalized in Kenya schools.”.”. Argue for or against this statement. (20marks)
50. Imaginative composition.
Either
a) Write a composition that ends with:
……………… looking at my new status, I realized that the trouble I had
been through was worthwhile.
Or
b) Discuss the role of the youth in ensuring national cohesion.
51. Imaginative composition (20 marks)
Either,
a) Write a story illustrating the saying, ‘ Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones
Or
b) Write a story beginning with, ‘Suddenly, the lights of the bus went off and the engine died…………….’
52. Imaginative Composition(Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a story that ends with the following words:
“... I knew it was just a matter of time before it was unearthed.”
Or
b) The use of social media platforms should be regulated. Write a composition for or against this proposition.
53. Imaginative composition (20marks)
Either
a) Write a composition that begins: “The day started like any other, little did I know that …………
or
b) Write a composition based on the proverb, “What goes around comes round”
54. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY)
Either
a) Write a composition, to begin with, the following:
“I had to forget what happened the previous day and focus on what would happen …..….”. (20marks)
Or
c) “Secondary education should be made compulsory to all.” support or dispute this statement.
55. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a story beginning with:
It all turned out as if it was never to be ……………………..
Or
b) Write a story to illustrate the saying:
You never miss the waters until the well runs dry.
56. Imaginative Composition
Either
(a) Write an interesting story beginning with.
I had not thought that my involvement would be such a big deal...
57. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
(c) Write a story ending with the following words … The experience left a lasting memory in my heart.
Or
(d) Write a composition justifying or refuting this statement: “The government is justified in its plan to provide laptops to pupils in class one.”
58. Imaginative Composition. (COMPULSORY) (20 marks)
Either,
a)
Write a composition beginning with the following statement:
“As I walked out of the office that day, I knew it was the beginning of a good life ahead.”
Or
b)
Write a story to illustrate the saying, “The measure you give is the measure you receive”
59. Imaginative Composition. (Compulsory) (20mks)
Either
1.
(a)Write a composition ending with “...after that ordeal, I realized that it is never too late to turn on a new leaf.”
Or
(b)Write a composition based on the following “The mobile phone is the best piece of technology of the twenty-first century”. Discuss.
60. COMPULSORY: Imaginative Composition (20mks)
Either,
(a)Write a story beginning with the following sentence;
I had been in a dilemma for almost two weeks...
Or,
(b) Write a composition on causes of gender-based violence.
61. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
c) Write a story beginning with:
It all turned out as if it was never to be ……………………..
Or
d) Write a story to illustrate the saying:
You never miss the waters until the well runs dry.
62. Imaginative Composition. (Compulsory) (20 mks)
Either
(a) Write a story ending with:
At last, the calmness of the countryside gave me a semblance of stability.
Or
(a) Write a composition stating whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. ‘Abolishment of the examinations ranking system was a wise move”
63. Imaginative composition. (compulsory)
Either
(a) Write an imaginative story with the ending;
…. That incident made it easier for me to appreciate my elders.
Or
(b) Write a story to explain the proverb; Familiarity brews contempt.
64. Imaginative Composition. (compulsory)
Either
1 (a) Write an imaginative story with the beginning: The reeds shimmered in the afternoon sun. Scattered melodies of birds filled the air; but my worry was one: what next……….
or
(b) Write an expository essay on:
Devolution: the goody bag of mixed fortunes.
65. Imaginative Composition (compulsory)
Either
(a) Write an imaginative composition to explain the proverb: An apple never falls far from the mother tree.
or
(b) Write a descriptive composition with the title: Celebrating Freedom
66. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION [COMPULSORY]
Either [20MKS]
a. Write a composition beginning with the sentence;
As he entered the room, I noted that he was avoiding eye contact with me……
Or
b. Write an essay to illustrate the proverb; “Never judge a book by its cover”
67. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20mks)
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the words: “It then dawned on me that perhaps this is why I had been born.”
Or
b) Write a composition agreeing or disagreeing with the statement, “A good name is better than riches.”
68. Imaginative Composition (compulsory) ( 20 mks)
Either
(a) Write a composition beginning with the following sentence:
When I left home that bright Sunday afternoon, I did not realize that the events of the next few days would completely change my life.
Or
(b) Write a story to illustrate the saying
“Experience is the best teacher.”
69. Creative Composition (compulsory) (20mks)
Either
a) Write a composition illustrating the saying: “Honesty is the best policy”
Or
b) Write a story beginning:
I had never found myself in such a situation before...
70. Imaginative Composition (compulsory) (20 mks)
Either
a) Write a composition to illustrate the saying.
“Truth will always set you free”.
Or
Write a story beginning:
The birds had already started their morning songs, and here I was wondering whether...
71. Imaginative Composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
Write a composition illustrating the fact that crime does not pay.
Or
Write a composition explaining how young people can overcome tribalism in Kenya.
72. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
(a) "Both boys and girls have equal rights to their parents' inheritance."
Write a composition, supporting or opposing this statement.
Or
(b) Imagine that a friend has invited you to an occasion. Initially, you were reluctant to
attend but a sibling persuaded you to go and you really enjoyed yourself. Describe
what the occasion was and why you felt so fulfilled.
73. Imaginative composition
Either:
(a) Write an essay illustrating the saying,
“ Better the devil you know than the angel you don’t”.
OR
(b) Write a story ending in the following sentence.
First, though, he must take his daughter, Tamu, to the house of a cousin in Capital Hill, there to be educated and await the better fortune of her father.
74 Imaginative composition (20 marks)
Either
(a) Write a story that ends ".. .he laughs best that laughs last"
Or
(b) Write a story that begins "It was an extraordinary sight that will remain imprinted on my memory "
75. Imaginative Composition 20 marks
Either
a) Write a story beginning with the words
“ The drought had been so severe that most livestock had perished” …………………
Or
b) Write a story to illustrate the saying,
“Make hay while the sun shines”.
76. Imaginative composition. (20mks)
Either
a) ‘ The youth hold the key to Kenya’s economic Development” Discuss.
OR
b) Write a story to illustrate “ A bird in Hand is Worth Two in The Bush”
77. Imaginative composition
Either
a) Write a story involving:
- A student
- A thief
-A policeman
Or
b) Write a story ending with the sentence; ‘That experience taught me that there is no true friend on earth’.
78. Imaginative Composition
Either
Write a composition of between 300 and 400 words to illustrate the proverb: “Better the devil you know than the angel you don’t know.
Or
Write a composition beginning with ……..”From a distance, I knew all was not well…………..”
79. Imaginative composition (20 marks)
Either:
a) Write a story ending:
“------------- My! Had it not been for him, I would be in prison now.”
or
b) Write a story illustrating the saying:
“Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones."
80. Imaginative composition
Either
a) Write a story illustrating the following:
"However fierce a dog is, it cannot guard two homesteads"
OR
b) Write a story ending:
"................... That was the last time I saw him"
81. Imaginative Composition 20 marks
Either
(a) Write a composition that ends with the following
‘Indeed, a determination is the key to success.
Or
b) Write a story beginning
‘As I looked at her, I noticed that something was wrong.’
82. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
(a) Write a composition ending with the words: “As he was led to prison to start his term, Chalo let out a groan of pain wishing he had not involved himself in corrupt deals.”
Or
Write a composition agreeing or disagreeing with the statement, “Money cannot buy happiness”
83. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) In between 350 – 450 words, write a composition beginning “My heart beating, I tiptoed towards the window…”
Or
b) In between 350 – 450 words, write a composition to illustrate the saying: A long journey begins with one step.
84. Imaginative Composition 20 marks
Either
a) Write a Story beginning.
It looked quite easy at first-----
Or
(b) Write a story that illustrates the saying:
“As you make your bed, so you must lie in it”.
85. Imaginative Composition
Either
a) Write a composition beginning with
Suddenly, the lights of the bus went off and the engine died ……………………..
Or
b) Write a composition to illustrate the saying
“Money cannot buy happiness”
86. Imaginative Composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
a) Write a composition beginning with the following:
"As 1 got closer to my home that night, I realized that the commotion and noise I had heard on alighting from the bus came from my elder brother's house."
Or
b) Write a composition stating whether you agree or disagree with the following statement: "Educating a woman means educating the whole family."
87. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) (20 marks)
. Either
(a) Write a composition to end with the words
“That was my first real horrifying experience.
Or
(b) Write a composition on why students must avoid abusing drugs.
88. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20 marks)
Either
(a) Write a composition beginning with the following statement. “I tossed on my bed wondering what to do next……”
OR
(b) Write a composition to illustrate the following proverbs, “Those who live by the sword, die by the sword.”
89. Imaginative composition (Compulsory) (20mks)
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the statement:
“And I vowed never to make such a blunder again.” (20mks)
OR
b) Write a story to illustrate the saying: “Two is better than one”. (20mks)
90. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY)
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the words;
“Never again shall I take things for granted.” (20mks)
91. Imaginative Composition (Compulsory) 20 marks
Either
a) Write a composition ending with the following words.
…………………………………….had she been less temperamental, she would have had all her fortune in place.
OR
b) Write a story to illustrate the proverb;
He who laughs best last laughs best.
92. Imaginative composition 20 marks
Either
(a) Write a composition beginning with the following words; I walked into the
the courtroom that sunny afternoon----
Or
(b) Write a composition based on the proverb.
You never miss the water till the well runs dry.
93. Imaginative composition (20mks)
Either
a) Write a composition to illustrate the meaning of the following proverb:
“A slip is not a fall”
or
b) Write a discursive composition on ways education can be used to enhance national unity.
94. Imaginative composition ( Compulsory)
Either
a) Write a composition to illustrate the saying ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
Or
b) Write a composition beginning with
She was startled to hear a knock at the door. For a moment her heart leapt into the mouth and
checked her...................
95. Imaginative composition (Compulsory) (20mks)
Either
(a) Write a composition beginning with the words
That night was engulfed by pitch darkness that even the devil, the father of evil would be afraid
to roam about…..
Or
(b) Write a composition to illustrate the saying, “Ignorance has no defence”
96. Imaginative composition (Compulsory )
Either
(a) Write a story to illustrate the saying
“Patience pays”
Or
(b) Write a story ending with.....
“I wish I had known earlier.”
97. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) (20 MARKS)
Either
(a) Write a story that illustrates the saying,
“Strike while the iron is still hot”
Or
(b) Write a story beginning;
As I approached the homestead I observed that there was an unusual silence. The dog
barked and disappeared in the darkness.
98. Imaginative composition (compulsory) (20mks)
Either
a) Write a story to illustrate the saying
“Hurry, hurry has no blessing”
Or
b) Write a composition ending with the words…. ‘I turned around, faced him and realized that life will never be the same again.
99. Imaginative composition (compulsory)
Either
(a) Write a story that ends “…………………….. its only mountains that never meet” (20 marks)
Or
(c) Write a story to illustrate the saying: “Empty vessels make the most noise”
100. IMAGINATIVE COMPOSITION (COMPULSORY) (2O MARKS)
Either
(a) Write a composition ending with:
…at that moment, I knew that my worst fears had been confirmed.
Or
(b) Write a composition to argue for or against the concept of homecoming parties for
members elected to various positions.
101. Imaginative composition (compulsory) 20 marks)
Either
(c)
“Possession of firearms for self-defence should be legalized in Kenya.”
Write a composition, either supporting or opposing this statement.
Or
(b) Write a composition ending with
“ ……………….. after this incident, I realized that it is never too late to change.”
Originally Compiled by Mr Wafula Wakati