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CSEC English A Paper 1 May/June 2022 - Free CXC Past Paper with Answers
Free CXC English A Paper 1 May/June 2022 past paper from 2022. Includes a worked answer key. Open the PDF, take a timed test, and study with AI on Caribbean AI.
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The manager decided to inform the staff about all <ins>complaints</ins> received from customers.
requests
demands
suggestions
compliments
There was an <ins>increase</ins> in airplane travel after that incident.
decline
upheaval
restriction
fluctuation
<ins>Constructive</ins> criticism is neither appreciated nor encouraged by some of our peers.
Sound
Negative
Valuable
Unsatisfactory
He tried to think of a <ins>tactful</ins> way to tell her he disagreed with her view of the situation.
honest
tolerable
impolite
extraordinary
They always displayed a <ins>lackadaisical</ins> approach to their studies so no one was surprised at the results.
calm
casual
diligent
careless
Instructions: Select the option, A, B, C or D, that BEST describes EACH of the sentences and mark your choice on the answer sheet.
He advanced a step or two to meet his attacker who became alarmed and retreated back.
The sentence is too wordy, that is, repetitive or contains redundancies.
The sentence contains clichés or misused metaphors.
The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
Its not necessary for it to be done today.
The sentence is too wordy, that is, repetitive or contains redundancies.
The sentence contains clichés or misused metaphors.
The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
She had adequate time to prepare for the interview.
The sentence is too wordy, that is, repetitive or contains redundancies.
The sentence contains clichés or misused metaphors.
The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
The new disciplinary methods had a positive affect on the students' behaviour.
The sentence is too wordy, that is, repetitive or contains redundancies.
The sentence contains clichés or misused metaphors.
The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
Sitting alone in his room by himself he repeated her name over and over again.
The sentence is too wordy, that is, repetitive or contains redundancies.
The sentence contains clichés or misused metaphors.
The sentence is incorrect grammatically or faulty in diction.
The sentence is acceptable as it stands.
Instructions: Each sentence in this section is followed by four sentences, A, B, C and D. Choose the sentence NEAREST in meaning to the original sentence. Read all four sentences before you choose your answer.
So engrossed was he in his task that he did not hear his sister enter the room.
His task was so difficult that he did not observe his sister's entry.
He did not hear his sister enter the room because of the job he was doing.
His sister's entry did not attract his attention because he was enjoying what he was doing.
He was so preoccupied with what he was doing that he was unaware of his sister's entry.
According to the witness, he did not see the accused man near the scene of the crime.
The witness testified that he did not see the accused man commit the crime.
The witness testified that the accused man was not seen by him near the place where the crime was committed.
The witness testified to seeing no evidence that the accused man had committed the crime.
The witness testified that the accused man was far from the location where the crime was committed.
The bright colours of the bird distinguished it from the others flying across the pale sky.
The bright colours of the bird contrasted with the pale sky while it was flying.
The pale sky made the birds noticeable while flying as they had bright colours.
The pale sky made the birds distinguished, particularly the one with the bright colours.
The bright colours against the pale sky made the bird stand out among those flying by.
Cigarettes have been linked to lung cancer and, strangely enough, so has bacon.
Cancer of the lungs links cigarettes, and, strangely enough, bacon.
It is rather peculiar that bacon, like cigarettes, is connected with lung cancer.
It is strange that bacon, quite unlike cigarettes, is linked to lung cancer.
It is no wonder at all that both cigarettes and bacon are linked to lung cancer.
I cannot understand why you have done this since you tell me that Mark means a lot to you.
Since Mark means a lot to you, the reason for your action is puzzling to me.
Since you tell me that Mark means a lot to you, he cannot understand why you have done this.
You tell me that although Mark means a lot to you, you did this.
Mark cannot mean a lot to you or else I know you would not have done this.
She was not feeling well at the beginning of the journey, and sitting at the front of the car made her feel worse.
well
sitting
her feel worse.
No error
Considering the chaos you would cause if you were to resign, I have no choice than to refuse your request.
would cause
were
than
No error
Tom, as well as the other persons, who need help has promised to give his services free of charge for any worthwhile cause.
persons, who need help
has promised
free of charge
No error
After embarrassing his colleague his consceince bothered him and he eventually apologized.
embarrassing
consceince
eventually apologized.
No error
The better of the two athletes claim never to have used the dangerous drugs found in his possession.
better
claim
to have used
No error
Items 21-25 Instructions: Each of the sentences in this section has one underlined word. Choose from the four options the word which is NEAREST IN MEANING to the underlined word.
It was impossible to rectify the error made by the computer since inaccurate information had been fed into it.
fix
pin
aggravage
determine
The flowers grow profusely in the garden.
wildly
healthily
plentifully
colourfully
The news story revealed the squalor of the old prison cells.
security
strength
ambiance
filthiness
During the rainstorm yesterday the wind blew incessantly across the island.
noisily
furiously
constantly
occasionally
For the first time in a decade the company disclosed a deficit in its account.
error
defect
balance
shortfall
The phrase "Her garden looks" (line 1) is an example of
simile
metaphor
sarcasm
personification
Which of the following phrases is meant to be taken literally?
"Hiding places for small girls" (line 4)
"Her garden ... / Travels politely unto the verandah" (lines 5-6)
"Feeding her frail consciousness" (line 14)
"... watching the even shape of her days" (lines 28-29)
"Her garden stands neatly round her house" (line 5) tells us that
there were several well-kept potted plants on stands around the house
several tall trees stood along the side of the house
the garden which surrounded the house was well kept
the woman cleaned the flower stands every day
The poet uses the words "frail consciousness" (line 14) to show that Mama
was unconscious most of the time
was not understanding as well as she used to
had fainted because of lack of food
was thin and weak and could hardly walk
Which of the following BEST describes the woman's extraordinary thoughtfulness in relation to her mother?
"She lives with Mama, shepherding her with / Her full body" (lines 10-11)
"Feeding her... with edited Gleaner news" (lines 14-15)
"Press moist, breathless kisses" (line 21)
"Spreading out nostalgia through Strings and flutes" (lines 24-25)
The poet uses the phrase "borrowed children" (line 17) to show
that she did not want children
how much she loved the children
that she had no children of her own
why she made the children wash their dirty hands
Lines 23-26 ("Sometimes she fills... and forever until ...") suggest that the woman
loved to play loud music
was a musician in an orchestra
spread all the musical instruments around the house
enjoyed listening to happy music which tells of love
The word "nostalgia" (line 24) tells us that the music
would last forever
was played on strings and flutes
was a reminder that the moon was once blue
brought back pleasant memories of long ago
The mother's "thrust of the chin" (line 4) is done in
fear
hatred
defiance
contemplation
The son cautioned his mother about telling people exactly what she thought because he
was affronted by her arrogance
thought others would be offended
found her behaviour aggressive
was upset that she would not change
Why does the writer choose the expression "A formidable woman" (line 13) to describe the mother?
He is intimidated by her.
Her words often provoked anger.
The difference in style shows the constancy of her character.
He emphasizes her strength which he finds admirable.
What does "In that time when I had known her best" (line 14) say about the mother-son relationship?
They had grown apart.
They admired each other.
They had always had a close relationship.
The son had forgotten things about his mother.
What literary device is used in lines 14-15, "my mother had hurled herself at life"?
Irony
Imagery
Repetition
Onomatopoeia
The behaviours the mother finds contemptible include I. timidity II. laziness III. cowardice
I and II only
I and III only
II and III only
I, II and III
The incident at Thanksgiving shows the mother's own attitude to be one of
hastiness
aggression
impudence
determination
The final sentence of the extract implies that the mother has
become lazy and sleepy
lost her physical strength
hurt her leg in the hospital
died leaving the son to reminisce
The expression "given the green light to arcades" (line 4) means that
gambling is practised in the arcades
people gamble day and night under the light
arcades have been given permission to operate
green-coloured lights have been given to the arcades
The Bahamas, Antigua, Suriname and Sint Maarten are mentioned so as to
list countries involved in tourism
give evidence from experts on the issue
highlight countries where gambling is allowed
prove that gambling is a stimulus to tourism
An expression the writer uses to introduce an opposing view in paragraph 5 is
opponents
an upsurge of
on the other hand
with everything else
Which argument below is NOT used in support of casino gambling?
It degrades the values of society.
It can be beneficial if controlled wisely.
It can be used as another tourist attraction.
It is part of the everyday life of the Caribbean individual.
To what does "... that is the last thing that we may need right now" (lines 18-19) refer?
"gambling addiction, crime, and, worse, a debasement of society" (lines 16-17)
"an upsurge of gangs, drugs and violent behaviour among our youth" (lines 17-18)
"cruise ships keeping casinos open while docked on shore" (line 19)
"they flock to the tracks to watch horses run and bet millions annually" (lines 21-22)
The writer's use of the word "brain" (line 1) is meant to
exaggerate the traffic problems
make fun of the poor decisions
create a comparison of streets
compliment those responsible
When the writer repeats "not them" in paragraph 1, he implies that
he is choosing someone to complain to
no one wants to accept responsibility for the traffic situation
no one knows who is in charge of the traffic management
he is searching diligently for the person in charge of traffic
"Stoke Street" (line 7), "Celestial Road" (line 9) and "Delino Street" (line 17) can BEST be considered as
prohibited streets for all drivers
streets that attract a lot of attention
examples to support the writer's case
assigned parking places for diplomats
The writer's tone can be described as
puzzled
resigned
sarcastic
complimentary
The last sentence of the letter is similar to paragraph 5 because both of them
mention cars
express disgust
are complimentary
contain rhetorical questions
The author of this passage is MOST likely a
motorist
pedestrian
traffic warden
government official
"Again the small man suffers!" (line 14) implies that the small man is often
ignored
disadvantaged
the one who is wrong
discriminated against
The letter was MOST likely published in a
newspaper
press release
tourist brochure
school magazine
What does this airline promise if a person joins the Miles programme?
Faster travel
Free shopping
Frequent shopping
Rewards for every flight
How many bonus miles does a silver tier member receive?
3000
5000
7000
8000
To which of the following destinations can a person fly using 25 500 airline miles?
Asia
Africa
Europe
North America
According to the advertisement, what should a prospective member do if more detailed information is needed about the benefits of the programme?
Fly frequently.
Visit the airline's offices.
Visit the airline's webpage.
Join the Miles programme.
Which technique does the advertisement use to appeal to travellers to join the Miles programme?
Facts
Opinion
Persuasive language
Personal experience
The MAIN purpose of the advertisement is to encourage persons to
fly more often
enjoy air travel
receive an executive gold card
become members of the Miles programme