English Language Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

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Introduction to English Language as a School Subject

English Language is one of the most important subjects taught in schools. It is the medium of instruction in many countries and is used for communication in classrooms, exams, and daily life. The subject helps students develop skills in speaking, reading, writing, and listening. It also improves vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension. Learning English enables students to express themselves clearly and understand others better, both in school and in the outside world.

The subject is offered by students in Primary school and Secondary School as English Language.

English Language Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

English Language Exam Questions for JSS2 Third 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 JSS2 English Language Third Term Exam Past Questions made available to assist students in their revision for 3rd term examinations and also teachers in structuring standard examinations.

SECTION A: Objectives

Instruction: Answer all questions in this section by choosing from the options lettered A—D. Each question carries equal marks.

COMPREHENSION PASSAGE

Read the passage carefully, and answer the questions that follows.

Okonkwo had just blown out the palm oil lamp and stretched himself on his bamboo bed when he heard the ogene of the town-crier piercing the still night air. Gome, gome, gome, gome, boomed the hollow metal. Then, the town crier gave his message and at the end of it beat his instrument again. This was the message; every man of Umuofia was asked to gather at the market place tomorrow morning. Okonkwo wondered what was amiss. He had discerned a clear over tune of tragedy in the crier’s voice and even now he could still hear it as it grew dimmer and dimer in the distance.

In the morning, the market place was full. There must have been about ten thousand men there, all taking in low voices. At last, Ogbuefi Ezeugo stood up in the midst of them and bellowed four times, “Umuofia Kwenu”, and on each occasion he faced a different direction and seemed to push the air with a clenched fist… He moved his hand over his white beard. He then adjusted his cloth, which was passed under his right armpit and tied above his left shoulder.

“Umuofia Kwenu: he bellowed a fifth time and the crowd yelled in answer. Suddenly, like one possessed, he shot out his left hand and pointed in the direction of Mbaino and said through gleaming white teeth firmly clenched: “Those sons of wild animals have dared to murder a daughter of Umuofia”. He threw his head down and gnashed his teeth and allowed a murmur of suppressed anger to sweep the crowd.

When he began again, the anger on his face was gone and in its place a sort of smile hovered, more terrible, more sinister than the anger and in a clear unemotional voice, he told Umuofia how their daughter had gone to the market at Mbaino and had been killed. That woman, said Ezeugo, was the wife of Ogbuefi Udo and he pointed to a man who sat near him with a bowed head. The crowd then shouted

Adapted from Things Fall Apart.

1. According to the passage, the “Ogene” was used to
   A. Assemble people
   B. Draw attention to a message about to be passed
   C. Echo the voice of the town-crier
   D. Lure people to sleep
   E. Produce music
2. The expression, “…gome, gome” in the passage is an example of
   A. Irony                   B. Metaphor
   C. Onomatopoeia   D. Personification
   E. Simile
3. Every man of Umuofia was to gather at the market place so that they would
   A. Attend a community meeting
   B. Be informed of how their daughter was murdered
   C. Chant a war slogan
   D. Listen to Ezeugo, the village orator
   E. Sympathize with Ogbuefi Udo

4. The people referred to as “The sons of wild animals” in the passage are the
   A. Members of Okonkwo’s family
   B. Pèople in the market
   C. Peōple of Mbaino
   D. People of Umuofia
   E. Town-crier’s family
5. The expression, “The crowd… thirst for blood” means that they were
   A. Afraid
   B. Deceived by the town-crier
   C. Ready for a revenge
   D. Thirsty for blood
   E. Vampires

SUPPLY THE APPROPRIATE QUESTION TAGS FOR THESE SENTENCES

6. Abuja is the new Federal Capital of Nigeria, ___?
(a) is it
(b) was it
(c) weren’t it
(d) isn’t it

7. We bought some oranges yesterday, ___?
(a) don’t we        (b) did we
(c) didn’t we       (d) do we

8. Peter and John often farm together, ___?
(a) didn’t they
(b) do they
(c) don’t they
(d) are they

9. Those men aren’t hardworking, ___?
(a) are they
(b) weren’t they
(c) do they
(d) aren’t they

10. Chioma has just arrived, ___?
(a) has she        (b) hasn’t she
(c) isn’t she       (d) was she

11. We must attend the wedding, ___?
(a) must we        (b) don’t we
(c) we must        (d) mustn’t we

12. They ought to see us tomorrow, ___?
(a) ought they
(b) are they
(c) ought they
(d) oughtn’t they

13. He might go to the party, ___?
(a) might he           (b) doesn’t he
(c) mightn’t he       (d) does he

14. Let’s go home now, ___?

15. I am late, ___?

16. Nothing is found, ___?

CHOOSE FROM THE OPTIONS LETTERED A TO D TO FILL IN THE NUMBERED GAPS IN THE PASSAGE

Environmental 17_ refers to activities aimed at improving and 18_ the standard of basic environmental conditions affecting the 19_ of people.

You can achieve a 20_ environment by regularly cleaning and 21_ your house and 22_ properly 23_ your 24_ through covered trash 25_ or disposable waste bags rather than 26_.

FROM THE LIST OF WORDS LETTERED A TO D, CHOOSE THE WORD THAT IS NEAREST IN MEANING TO THE UNDERLINED WORDS IN THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES.

27. The new administrator may change the executives appointed by his predecessor.
(a) President
(b) Last administrator
(c) Secretary-General
(d) Commissioner

28. Endeavor to study hard for success
(a) work            (b) begin
(c) manage       (d) try

29. Indolent students are never liked by their teachers
(a) brilliant         (b) lazy
(c) stupid           (d) radical

30. Politicians must uphold the voice of the people
(a) receive        (b) honour
(c) reject          (d) disregard

31. She was vindicated at the end
(a) glorified          (b) justified
(c) magnified       (d) honoured

FROM THE ALTERNATIVES A-D, CHOOSE THE WORD THAT IS ALMOST OPPOSITE IN MEANING TO THE UNDERLINED WORD(S)

32. Industrious students are preferable to ___ ones.
(a) ugly           (b) indolent
(c) quiet          (d) inquisitive

33. The children look gloomy today.
(a) unhappy     (b) radiant
(c) calm           (d) innocent

34. Mr. Okoro’s flabby cushion is worn out.
(a) firm           (b) soft
(c) flaccid       (d) rough

35. The girl’s demise was concealed by the parents.
(a) uncovered          (b) hidden
(c) forcovered          (d) masked

36. The driver paid a fine for violating a traffic law
(a) adhering            (b) breaking
(c) disregarding      (d) ignoring

IDENTIFY THE OPTION THAT HAS THE GIVEN PHONETIC SYMBOL BELOW

37. /ο:/
(a) board        (b) spot
(c) burn          (d) turn

38. /3:/
(a) yearn        (b) best
(c) neck          (d) ward

39. /iə/
(a) weird         (b) where
(c) hair            (d) chair

40. /eə/
(a) wear        (b) ear
(c) far            (d) their

41. /ʒ/
(a) vision            (b) mission
(c) mention        (d) ocean

42. /r/
(a) maker        (b) part
(c) tailor          (d) brave

IN QUESTIONS 43 – 45, IDENTIFY THE ADVERBS IN THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES AND STATE THE TYPE EACH IS

43. She is fully prepared for the exams.

44. The minister spoke earnestly at the meeting last night.

45. We looked everywhere for the baby.

PICK THE CORRECT FORM OF THE VERB FROM THE LIST OF WORDS LETTERED A TO D TO FILL THE BLANKS PROVIDED

47. Every teacher and student ___ a role to play in the development of the school.
(a) has         (b) will had
(c) have       (d) having

48. My mum and confidant ___ very hard working.
(a) were          (b) is
(c) have          (d) has

49. Lawrence ___ his wife ten years ago.
(a) divorces         (b) divorcing
(c) divorced         (d) divorce

IDENTIFY EACH OF THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES BY WRITING DECLARATIVE, INTERROGATIVE, IMPERATIVE OR EXCLAMATORY IN THE SPACE PROVIDED

50. The party’s manifesto was presented to the electorate _____

51. What the heck are you doing? _____

52. Gosh, I’d love to go to that concert! _____

53. Shut the window, please. _____

FROM THE WORDS OR GROUP OF WORDS LETTERED A TO D, CHOOSE THE ONE THAT BEST COMPLETES EACH OF THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES

54. Each of the students ___ delighted to receive a prize
(a) are           (b) were
(c) is              (d) be

55. The plural form of the word chiefs ___
(a) chieves         (b) chiefs
(c) chieve           (d) chief’s

56. Nneka has been transferred to the Ministry of Education ___ last year.
(a) since            (b) at
(c) during          (d) from

57. The king together with his cabinet ___ the militant youths.
(a) encourage          (b) encourages
(c) encouraging       (d) has encourage

58. It is high time we ___ the seminar room.
(a) leave            (b) left
(c) leaving         (d) leaves

IN QUESTIONS 59 & 60, CHOOSE THE CORRECTLY SPELT WORD FROM THE OPTIONS LETTERED A TO D

59. (a) continuous         (b) continious
(c) conteneous              (d) contenous

60. (a) accomodation (b) accomodation
(c) acomodation         (d) accommodation

SECTION B: Essay

INSTRUCTION – Answer one question only from this section

1. Write a letter to the principal of your school, telling him about the incessant noise making in the school and how to curb it.
2. Describe your school to your cousin who is based in overseas

Answers to English Language Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

Answers to Section A (Objective Test)

COMPREHENSION PASSAGE

1. According to the passage, the “Ogene” was used to
   B. Draw attention to a message about to be passed
2. The expression, “…gome, gome” in the passage is an example of
   C. Onomatopoeia
3. Every man of Umuofia was to gather at the market place so that they would
   B. Be informed of how their daughter was murdered
4. The people referred to as “The sons of wild animals” in the passage are the
   C. People of Mbaino
5. The expression, “The crowd… thirst for blood” means that they were
   C. Ready for a revenge

SUPPLY THE APPROPRIATE QUESTION TAGS

6. Abuja is the new Federal Capital of Nigeria, ___?
   (d) isn’t it
7. We bought some oranges yesterday, ___?
   (c) didn’t we
8. Peter and John often farm together, ___?
   (c) don’t they
9. Those men aren’t hardworking, ___?
   (a) are they
10. Chioma has just arrived, ___?
    (b) hasn’t she
11. We must attend the wedding, ___?
    (d) mustn’t we
12. They ought to see us tomorrow, ___?
    (d) oughtn’t they
13. He might go to the party, ___?
    (c) mightn’t he
14. Let’s go home now, ___?
    (c) shall we
15. I am late, ___?
    (c) aren’t I
16. Nothing is found, ___?
    (c) is it

CHOOSE FROM THE OPTIONS LETTERED A TO D TO FILL IN THE NUMBERED GAPS

17. Environmental 17_ refers to activities aimed at improving…
    C. Health
18. …and 18_ the standard of basic environmental conditions…
    B. Developing
19. …affecting the 19_ of people.
    E. Well being
20. You can achieve a 20_ environment…
    B. Hygienic
21. …by regularly cleaning and 21_ your house…
    C. Disinfecting
22. …and 22_ properly 23_ your 24_…
    E. Surrounding
23. …properly 23_ your 24_…
    B. Disposing
24. …your 24_ through covered trash 25_…
    C. Garbage
25. …through covered trash 25_ or disposable waste bags…
    B. Cans
26. …rather than 26_.
    A. Burning

FROM THE LIST OF WORDS LETTERED A TO D, CHOOSE THE WORD THAT IS NEAREST IN MEANING

27. The new administrator may change the executives appointed by his predecessor.
    (b) Last administrator
28. Endeavor to study hard for success.
    (d) try
29. Indolent students are never liked by their teachers.
    (b) lazy
30. Politicians must uphold the voice of the people.
    (b) honour
31. She was vindicated at the end.
    (b) justified

FROM THE ALTERNATIVES A-D, CHOOSE THE WORD THAT IS ALMOST OPPOSITE IN MEANING

32. Industrious students are preferable to ___ ones.
    (b) indolent
33. The children look gloomy today.
    (b) radiant
34. Mr. Okoro’s flabby cushion is worn out.
    (a) firm
35. The girl’s demise was concealed by the parents.
    (a) uncovered
36. The driver paid a fine for violating a traffic law
    (a) adhering

IDENTIFY THE OPTION THAT HAS THE GIVEN PHONETIC SYMBOL

37. /o:/
    (b) spot
38. /3:/
    (a) yearn
39. /iə/
    (c) hair
40. /eə/
    (d) their
41. /ʒ/
    (a) vision
42. /r/
    (d) brave

IN QUESTIONS 43 – 45, IDENTIFY THE ADVERBS AND STATE THE TYPE

43. She is fully prepared for the exams.
    Adverb: fully; Type: Manner
44. The minister spoke earnestly at the meeting last night.
    Adverb: earnestly; Type: Manner
45. We looked everywhere for the baby.
    Adverb: everywhere; Type: Place

PICK THE CORRECT FORM OF THE VERB

47. Every teacher and student ___ a role to play……
    (a) has
48. My mum and confidant ___ very hard working.
    (b) is
49. Lawrence ___ his wife ten years ago.
    (c) divorced

IDENTIFY EACH SENTENCE TYPE

50. The party’s manifesto was presented to the electorate _____
    Declarative
51. What the heck are you doing? _____
    Interrogative
52. Gosh, I’d love to go to that concert! _____
    Exclamatory
53. Shut the window, please. _____
    Imperative

CHOOSE THE ONE THAT BEST COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE

54. Each of the students ___ delighted to receive a prize
    (c) is
55. The plural form of the word chiefs ___
    (b) chiefs
56. Nneka has been transferred to the Ministry of Education ___ last year.
    (a) since
57. The king together with his cabinet ___ the militant youths.
    (b) encourages
58. It is high time we ___ the seminar room.
    (b) left

CHOOSE THE CORRECTLY SPELT WORD

59. (a) continuous (b) continious (c) conteneous (d) contenous
    (a) continuous
60. (a) accomodation (b) accomodation (c) acomodation (d) accommodation
    (d) accommodation

So here you have the answers to the objective section of English Language Exam Questions for JSS2 Third term. Use the comments section to let me know if you have any questions you would want me to clarify or discuss further.

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Answers to Section B (Theory)

1. Letter to Principal Addressing the Issue of Incessant Noise-making in School:

Henry Divine
Sure Success Academy
Online Street, Internet
9th June, 2025

The Principal
Sure Success Academy
Online Street, Internet

Dear Sir,

Complaint About Incessant Noise Making in the School

I am writing to bring to your attention the disturbing level of noise making within the school premises, especially during school hours. This has become a serious problem that affects students’ concentration and overall academic performance.

The main sources of the noise include students shouting in the corridors, playing in the classrooms before lessons, and sometimes even during lessons when teachers are not present. Also, the excessive noise from the school compound during break and after school hours adds to the distraction.

Sir, I suggest the following ways to curb the noise:

1. Appoint more prefects or staff to monitor the school environment.
2. Punish defaulters who disturb the peace during lesson time.
3. Educate students on the importance of maintaining a quiet learning environment.
4. Ring the bell early enough to signal the start and end of break to reduce loitering.

I believe that if these steps are taken, our school will become more peaceful and conducive for learning. Thank you for your attention and understanding.

Yours faithfully,
Henry Divine
JSS2 Student

2. An Informal Letter Describing your School to your Cousin Overseas:

Sure Success Academy
Online Street, Internet
9th June, 2025

Dear Cousin,

Greetings from Nigeria!

I hope you are doing well over there. I decided to write and tell you about my school—Sure Success Academy. It is a wonderful place to learn, and I really enjoy being a student here.

Our school has big classrooms, neat surroundings, and a spacious assembly ground. The teachers are very friendly and teach us well. We have subjects like English Language, Mathematics, Basic Technology, and many others. My favorite subject is Basic Science because I love doing experiments.

We also have a school library, a computer room, and a large field where we play football and other games. On Mondays and Fridays, we wear our uniform for sports and carry out physical exercises.

One thing I really like about my school is that we pray and sing every morning before classes begin. The students here are kind, and we all try to help one another.

I wish you could visit someday and see it for yourself. I believe you would like it too!

Take care and write back soon.

Your loving cousin,
Henry Divine

How to Pass English Language Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

Passing your English Language exam questions for JSS2 Third term requires a combination of preparation, understanding, and strategy. Here are actionable tips to help you excel:

1. Understand the Exam Format: Learn the sections of the paper such as Essay, Comprehension, Grammar, and Literature.
2. Practice Essay Writing: Write different types of essays like letters, descriptions, and short stories with correct grammar and punctuation.
3. Improve Your Vocabulary: Learn new words and use them in meaningful sentences to boost comprehension and writing.
4. Read Comprehension Passages Carefully: Read the questions first, then the passage. Underline key points and answer clearly.
5. Study Grammar Rules: Revise topics like parts of speech, tenses, concord, punctuation, and sentence transformation.
6. Revise Past Questions: Practice with old exam papers to get used to the question types and improve speed.
7. Listen in Class and Take Notes: Pay attention to your teacher and review your notes regularly.
8. Practice Summary and Sentence Construction: Learn how to summarize long passages and write clear, correct sentences.
9. Time Management: Practice working within time limits so you don’t spend too long on one section during the exam.
10. Stay Calm and Confident: Don’t panic. Get enough rest before the exam and believe in yourself.

It’s a wrap!

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