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- Question 1 (MCQs): choose an option, then press Check Answer to see the correct option and a short explanation.
- Question 2 (matching): select the letter from List B, then press Check Answer.
- Sections B and C: write your own answer first (optional), then press View Answer to compare with the marking scheme.
- This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of eleven (11) questions.
- Answer all questions in sections A and B and two (2) questions from section C.
- All writings must be in black or blue ink.
- Communication devices and any unauthorised materials are not allowed in the examination room.
SECTION A (16 marks)
1. For each of the items (i)–(x) choose the most correct answer from among the given alternatives. (10 marks)
2. Matching items (6 marks)
Match the descriptions about places in Column A with the correct responses in Column B.
SECTION B (54 marks) · Answer ALL questions
SECTION C (30 marks) · Answer TWO questions · Question 9 is compulsory
List of readings (for questions 9–11): Novels – A Wreath for Fr. Mayer, Unanswered Cries, Passed like a Shadow, Spared, Weep Not, Child. Plays – Three Suitors; One Husband, The Lion and the Jewel, This Time Tomorrow, The Black Hermit. Poetry – Songs of Lawino and Ocol, Growing up with Poetry, Summons.
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Is the Form Four English Pre-National August/September 2026 paper free?
Yes. The August/September 2026 Pre-National paper is free to attempt interactively on this page with instant feedback for MCQs and matching, plus model answers for open questions. Older years are on the Click Online Academy app.
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