English Language Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

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Introduction to English Language as a School Subject

Before we venture into Past English Language Exam Questions for JSS3 Second term, here’s a brief introduction to the subject:

English Language is one of the most important subjects taught in schools. It is the official language of Nigeria and is used for teaching and learning in almost every other subject. Through English, students learn how to read, write, speak and listen correctly.

The subject covers different aspects such as grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, essay writing and oral English. It helps students to express themselves clearly in speech and writing. It also improves their ability to understand textbooks, answer exam questions and communicate with people from different backgrounds.

Because of its importance, English Language is compulsory at all levels of education and in major examinations like WAEC, NECO and JAMB. Students who take the subject seriously gain confidence in communication and have better chances of doing well in their studies and future careers.

English Language Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

English Language Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term are divided into two sections:

• Section A
• Section B

The first section, namely, Section A is the objective test, and students are expected to attempt all questions in the section. Section B is the theory part, and students are expected to follow specific instruction and answer the required number of questions.

Note that what you have below are JSS3 English Language Second Term Exam Past Questions made available to assist students in their revision for 2nd term examinations and also teachers in structuring standard examinations.

SECTION (A): ESSAY WRITING

INSTRUCTION: Attempt any ONE of the TWO questions given, and write with simple, clear and understandable sentences.

1. Assuming you just came back from an excursion to a zoo in Cross River State; write an essay describing; (a) what you saw (b) the environment (c) memorable features of the journey. (30mks)

2. Write a letter to your father who lives in Abuja telling him about the fourth coming inter-house sport competition in your school, and the activities you have planned to take part in the sports event. (30mks)

(NOTE: Your answer should not be LESS THAN 150 words)

SECTION (B): COMPREHENSION

Read the passage below carefully, and answer the questions given.

Computer literacy is the knowledge and ability to use computers and allied technology efficiently. Computer literacy covers a range of skills from elementary use to programming and complex problem-solving issues. A useful component of computer literacy is the understanding of how computers work and operate. Knowledge of basic computer skills is always regarded as an essential asset in most countries giving its owner significant edge in employment and educational applications. An extended definition of computer literacy describes it as the ability to self-teach or learn new programs as they are encountered. Some people also regard a computer literate person as someone who can use a variety of particular applications like Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Internet Explorer and Microsoft Outlook, for certain simple tasks.

To be computer literate, a series of skills are needed. These skills are broadly divided into three – basic, intermediate, and advanced. Basic computer skills consist of knowing how to power on a computer, being able to use a mouse to interact with items on the monitor screen and being able to shut down the computer properly after use. Intermediate skills involve the knowledge of word processing, how to use e-mail, how to use the internet, installing software and navigating a computer file system. Advanced skills comprise programming, data security, use of a computer for specific research and repairing computer hardware.

Computer literacy is of immense benefit to the modern world. In composing or writing words, computers are fast. In communicating, a computer works faster than pen, paper and typewriter because it can duplicate and store information. You can also easily edit your work. Computers have big memory. You can store a whole lot of information from books, music and films to e-mails and journals. One of the most valuable uses of computers is the ability to give access to a universe of information that has been buried for thousands of years from legions of people. Information can be obtained in the twinkling of an eye, in fact, in microseconds or less.

Modern large-scale manufacturing will be very complex, if not impossible, but for computers. Many sophisticated machines used in the production of Toys, cars, medicines, food, textbooks, textiles etc are computerized or computer-aided. Virtually everything in the modern world has a touch of computers. Imagine our world without computers – such imagination may take us back to the Stone Age. Even a smattering of computer literacy is needed to operate your cell phone. Hence, many educational and government institutions have made it mandatory for every citizen or student to be computer literate.

QUESTIONS

1. Who is a computer literate person?

2. Mention the types of skills needed for computer literacy.

3. According to the passage, describe the basic computer skills needed by a computer literate person.

4. Which category of skill does repairing computer hardware belong to?

5. Explain four things computers can do for man?

6. How is the knowledge of computer skills regarded in some countries?

7. What does a computer do for large manufacturing companies?

8. Mention some of the items that computers aid their production.

9. According to the passage, how will the world look without a computer?

10. Give a synonym to the word “virtually” as used in the last paragraph.

SECTION (C): VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT

Complete the Following Sentences with the Suitable Vocabulary in the List.

(Poor / Frugal / Affluent / Insolvent / Prosperous / Solvent / Mean / Stingy / Spendthrift / Broke)

11. A person who is _____ is not generous in giving or spending money.

12. A _____ person is successful in earning or producing great wealth.

13. A _____ person is unwilling to spend money on other people.

14. If you are _____ then you have no money to spend.

15. A _____ man lacks money or material possessions.

16. A _____ spends money extravagantly.

17. An _____ woman has an abundance of material wealth.

18. If someone is _____, it means they have enough money to cover their expenses and debts.

19. An _____ person is unable to pay his debts.

20. A person who spends wisely is called _____

SECTION (D): LANGUAGE STRUCTURE

Pick the Correct answer among the Given Options in Each Question.

21. Mrs Olisa is not a good wife. She _____ on her husband.
(A) is cheating        (B) Cheated
(C) would cheat      (D) cheats

22. My mother and my sisters _____ traveling to Kano next week.
(A) were            (B) will be
(C) are              (D) is

23. Did Amarachi _____ be late when she was smaller?
(A) use to           (B) used
(C) used to         (D) uses to

24. Eagles _____ fly very high
(A) may           (B) will
(C) can            (D) might

25. If you hurry, you _____ be in time for the movie.
(A) will              (B) must
(C) ought to     (D) may

26. The boy always laughs in class. _____he?
(A) does         (B) doesn’t
(C) do            (D) don’t

27. Either you or I _____ wrong about the matter.
(A) is                   (B) are
(C) is being        (D) am

28. (A) number of books _____ missing in my school library.
(A) are          (B) is
(C) had         (D) have

29. The visiting president said he _____ please that he _____ arrived.
(A) was/have          (B) is/has
(C) was/has            (D) were/has

30. I am sorry I have broken one of the _____ legs.
(A) table’s         (B) tables
(C) tables’        (D) tables’s

31. He _____ be saved if he fails his exams.
(A) will            (B) can
(C) may          (D) might

32. It’s raining outside, _____?
(A) it is
(B) is it
(C) wasn’t it
(D) isn’t it

33. A mad man _____ into our kitchen and removed a kettle.
(A) bursted          (B) burst
(C) bustered        (D) bursts

34. I took the maize to the mill where they __________
(A) grind          (B) grinded
(C) ground       (D) grind

35. One of my dad’s hens _____ two eggs.
(A) laid          (B) lay
(C) lain          (D) lie

36. The matron has bought the twin _____ shoes.
(A) baby’s          (B) babys’
(C) babies’         (D) babies’s

37. We haven’t been told our offences.
(A) haven’t we        (B) have we
(C) had we             (D) didn’t we

38. This note needs recopying.
(A) isn’t it
(B) needn’t it
(C) doesn’t it
(D) does it

39. Our teacher said he _____ travel if it _____ not rain
(A) would/do
(B) will/did
(C) shall/does
(D) would/did

40. The visiting principal said he _____ excited that he _____ arrived safely.
(A) is/had               (B) was/has
(C) was/had           (D) were/had

41. Immediately the principal arrived, the bell was _____
(A) ring           (B) rung
(C) rang          (D) ringed

42. If my father _____ home now and met the house dirty, he would be angry.
(A) comes               (B) come
(C) is coming         (D) came

43. I visited one of my _____ in Lagos State.
(A) brothers’          (B) brothers’s
(C) brother’s          (D) brother

44. The boy and the children _____ a book now
(A) have
(B) had
(C) are having
(D) had

SECTION E: SPOKEN ENGLISH

Choose the correct sound option to each question

45. /e/
(A) servant         (B) compass
(C) deter            (D) weapon

46. /i/
(A) damage      (B) even
(C) tap              (D) ask

47. /æ/
(A) aunt            (B) heart
(D) memoir       (D) impass

48. /ɜ:/
(A) Leisure        (B) breakfast
(C) journey       (D) lingerie

49. /ʌ/
(A) bus              (B) cop
(C) towards       (D) pudding

50. /ei/
(A) bouquet    (B) gauche
(C) sky             (D) toy

51. /ɔi/
(A) sky            (B) Isreal
(C) oyster       (D) load

52. /eə/
(A) era              (B) cure
(C) pier            (D) tear(V)

53. /ʊə/
(A) air              (B) casual
(C) interfere    (D) souvenir

54. /ai/
(A) weigh         (B) lullaby
(C) exploit       (D) ballet

55. /p/
(A) pseudonym
(B) coup
(C) pistol
(D) cupboard

56. /ʃ/
(A) pressure        (B) ocean
(C) seizure          (D) tension

57. /tʃ/
(A) occasion       (B) schnapp
(C) acher            (D) touch

58. /z/
(A) lose                (B) practice
(C) consume        (D) loose

59. /tʃ/
(A) champagne      (B) schnapps
(C) shmo                (D) rich

Goodluck!

Answers to English Language Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

Answers to Section A Questions on Essay Writing

1. An Excursion to a Zoo

I recently returned from an excursion to a zoo in Cross River State, and it was an exciting experience. At the zoo, I saw many wild animals such as lions, elephants, monkeys, and crocodiles. The lions were fierce, while the monkeys were very playful. I also saw colorful birds and long snakes, which made the visit more interesting.

The environment of the zoo was calm and beautiful. There were many tall trees that provided shade, and the air was fresh. The animals were kept in neat enclosures, and the surroundings were clean and well arranged. The natural setting made it feel like the animals were in their real habitat.

One of the most memorable features of the journey was the road trip. We sang songs and laughed throughout the trip. I also enjoyed the moment when the tour guide explained the behavior of the animals. Seeing the lion roar loudly is something I will never forget. The excursion was both educational and entertaining.

2. Letter to my Father

12, School Road,
Port Harcourt,
Rivers State.
16th April, 2026.

Dear Father,

I hope you are in good health. I am writing to inform you about the forthcoming inter-house sports competition in my school. The event is scheduled to hold next month, and preparations are already in progress. All the houses are training seriously to win the trophy.

I am happy to tell you that I will be participating in some events. I have registered for the 100 metres race, long jump, and relay race. I have been attending regular training after school, and my coach believes I have a good chance of performing well. I am also helping my house in marching practice for the opening ceremony.

The competition promises to be exciting, with different activities such as match past, races, and cultural displays. I am really looking forward to it and hope to make you proud.

Please send me your blessings and any advice that will help me succeed. I hope to see you soon.

Yours lovingly,
Henry

Answers to Section B Questions on COMPREHENSION

1. A computer literate person is someone who has the knowledge and ability to use computers efficiently and can also learn new programs when needed.

2. The types of skills needed are basic, intermediate, and advanced skills.

3. Basic computer skills include knowing how to power on a computer, using a mouse to interact with items on the screen, and properly shutting down the computer after use.

4. Repairing computer hardware belongs to the advanced skill category.

5. Computers can:
a) Help in fast writing and composing of words
b) Enable quick communication and storage of information
c) Allow easy editing of work
d) Store large amounts of information

6. Knowledge of computer skills is regarded as an essential asset that gives an advantage in employment and education.

7. Computers make large-scale manufacturing easier and possible by controlling and aiding sophisticated machines used in production.

8. Items include toys, cars, medicines, food, textbooks, and textiles.

9. Without computers, the world would look like the Stone Age.

10. A synonym for “virtually” is almost.

Answers to Section C Questions on VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT

11. Mean
12. Prosperous
13. Stingy
14. Broke
15. Poor
16. Spendthrift
17. Affluent
18. Solvent
19. Insolvent
20. Frugal

Answers to Section D and E Questions

How to Pass English Language Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

Many students find English Language a bit challenging, but with steady practice and the right approach, you can do very well. Below are simple tips that will help you prepare and pass your English Language exam questions for JSS3 Second term: