PRIME MINISTER ‘S OFFICE, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM ASSESSMENT

032 CHEMISTRY

TIME: 2:30 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of sections A and B with a total of ten (10) questions
2. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
3. Section A and C carry fifteen (15) marks and section B carries seventy (70) marks.
4. All writing must be in black or blue ink except diagrams which must be in pencil
5. Communication devices and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the assessment room
6. Write your Assessment number at the top right corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 MARKS)

For each of the items (i) –(x) choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided

i. Which of the following is a compound?

1. Helium (He)
2. Hydrogen(H₂)
3. Carbon dioxide (CO₂) 
4. Neon (Ne)

ii. Your brother was given a syrup with a prescription that IT SHOULD BE WELL SHAKEN BEFORE USE. This is because the syrup is a

1. Clear solution
2. Suspension
3. Homogeneous mixture
4. Filtrate

iii. The components of a mixture of iron and sand can be separated by

1. Boiling
2. Chemical reaction
3. Magnetic attraction
4. Filtration

iv. Your chemistry teacher denied a student to enter the laboratory because of a floppy clothing. This is because the cloth may

1. Be blown by wind
2. Affect the measurements
3. Catch fire or cause one to fall
4. Cause poor ventilation in the body

v. What is the main purpose of vaccines as chemical substances?

1. To cure animals and human from diseases
2. To protect animals and human from diseases
3. To introduce vitamins and proteins into animals
4. To make animals grow faster than normal

vi. If form two aspires to be a professional farmer, which among the following subjects a student should be advised to focus on in order to develop the necessary competences?

1. Geography, Physics and Chemistry
2. Biology, Physics and Mathematics 
3. Agriculture, Chemistry and Biology
4. Chemistry, Physics and Biology

vii. Why non-luminous flame is the most applicable flame for heating and welding purposes:

1. It is very noise
2. It is very hot 
3. It has no soot 
4. It has three zones

viii. The following apparatus is used to keep test tubes in the laboratory

1. Test tube holder
2. Test tube rack
3. Test tube brush 
4. Basin for test tubes

ix. Juma coated the roofs of his house with zinc in order to protect it from rusting. What was the process done by Juma?

1. Painting 
2. Galvanization
3. Oiling 
4. Alloying

x. When a chemist studies a substance, he or she is interested in its

1. Shape
2. Properties
3. Smell
4. Force of attraction

2. Match each description in list A with the correct term from list B Write the letter of your choice in the space provided.

Answers

SECTION B (70 MARKS)

 Answer all questions.

3. You are asked to present the benefits of laboratory rules. Use the followings rules in your presentation;

1. Do not eat, drink, smoke, play or run in the laboratory
2. Do not taste or smell chemicals unless instructed
3. Use a fume chamber for experiments that produce harmful gases
4. Only perform the intended experiments
5. Tie back long hair, avoid loses sleeves, and wear closed -toe shoes

4. Mr. Chris visited Msagara secondary school to enroll his daughter ,Anna .he insisted that she take chemistry as one of her subjects ,but Anna was reluctant ,believing it was too difficult and not relevant to her future .As a fellow form two student who sees the value in learning chemistry ,briefly explain five key points you would use to convince Anna to accept her father’s advice and take the study of chemistry

5. (a) Draw the structure of an atom according to the Dalton’s Atomic Theory and Rutherford A atomic Model. (Label if possible)

(b). Many scientists explained about the structure of an atom including John Dalton. State four postulates of Dalton’s Atomic Theory

(c). State two components of Nucleons

6.(a) State the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in each of the following atoms

(i) ²⁷ ₁₃Al 

(ii) ²³⁵₉₂U

b. Mention two applications of isotopes

7. (a) How does chemistry contribute to the development of today’s modern society. Give five points

(b) Since chemistry is the science that involves experiments and practical works, chemists have to acquire scientific skills in order to be successful in obtaining facts and verifying them. Mention five (5) skills to be acquired by chemists

8. (a) A librarian of Msagara secondary school found that there is a poor light supply in the library room, as a result the quality of the room was low. He decided to find the causes of the problem by observing the main electrical switch. Unfortunately, the fire erupted and spread in the room whereas a large number of books and magazines burnt due to fire.

1. State the class of fire that caused the large number of books and magazines. Give reason for your choice
2. What type of a portable fire extinguisher should have been used to extinguish the fire so as to save some books and magazines? Give a reason for your choice
3. What type of a portable fire extinguisher should have been used to extinguisher the fire? Give a reason
4. Before extinguishing the fire using an appropriate extinguisher, what action should have been taken first? Explain

b. Why some chemistry apparatuses are made of glass materials? Give two reasons

9. (a) A laboratory technician instructed form two students to dissolve a sodium chloride in distilled water. Giving four reasons, state whether a mixture or a compound was formed in the process.

(b) Define a term Mixture

SECTION C (15 MARKS)

Answer question 10

10. Neema was boiling water to make tea for her family. As she watched the steam rise from the kettle, her younger brother asked,” Why does the water have to turn into steam? Why can’t we just drink it straight from the tap? Inspired by this everyday event, Neema decided to research the importance of changing the state of matter. As a student helping Neema with her research, explain six reasons why changing one state of matter to another is important in daily life and technology.

THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

FORM TWO MIDTERM-MARCH EXAMINATION

065 BUSINESS STUDIES EXAMINATION

DURATION: 2:30

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of section A, B and C with a total of nine (9) questions.
2. Answer all questions in the space provided
3. Section A; Multiple choices and Matching items carries fifteen (15) marks
4. Section B: Short answer question carries forty (40) marks
5. Section C carries forty-five (45) marks

SECTION A: (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in Section

1. For each of items (i) –(x), choose the correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided.

i. Abel has TZS 40,000. That is enough to buy either a pair of shoes for TZS 40,000 or two shirts for TZS 20,000 each. He decided to buy a pair of shoes. What is the Abel Opportunity Cost? 

1. Two shirts he did not buy 
2. The money he saved 
3. The benefits of wearing shoes 
4. TZS 40,000 spent on shoes

ii. An entrepreneur is a person who: 

1. Buys goods only 
2. Starts and manages a business 
3. Works for the government 
4. Studies business 

iii. Anna starts a small activity where she buys used clothes and sell them at a profit. which of the following describe Anna is doing? 

1. Local shop 
2. Production 
3. Business
4. Scarcity 

iv. Economic situation where the resources are limited: 

1. Opportunity Cost 
2. Loans
3. Development 
4. Scarcity

v. Which of the following is a source of finance for small business? 

1. Loan
2. Personal saving 
3. Financial Institutions 
4. All above 

vi. Selection of best alternative foregone: 

1. Entrepreneurship 
2. Financial skills
3. Opportunity Cost 
4. Scarcity 

vii. The Government provides free vaccination to protect the children from diseases. Which type of goods is being provided? 

1. Free goods 
2. Merits goods 
3. Demerits goods
4. Economic goods 

viii. The main purpose of starting or doing business is? 

1. Earning profits 
2. Only Selling goods 
3. Spending money 
4. Providing services only

ix. Human efforts 

1. labour 
2. capital 
3. Services 
4. Goods

x. A partnership business is owned by: 

1. One person 
2. Two or more people 
3. Government 
4. Teachers

 ANSWER

2.  Match the items in List A with the corresponding letter from List B 

Answers

SECTION B: (40 marks) 

Answer all questions.

3.  Large number of businesses in Tanzania falls to the sole Proprietorship and Small Business. Support these statements by six points.

4.  Startup business especially in the locally areas do not need a lot of investments to start over. As a business innovator explain how can you financing your idea to start a real business?

5.  Why do you think it is very important to the business owners to keep the records of their business activities?

6.  Explain the difference between the Micro Business and SME Business.

SECTION C: (45 marks)

Answer all questions in this section

7.  Planning is half the way to starting and succeeding in a business.” Justify this statement by giving five points.

8.  Neema started a tailoring business but she easily gives up whenever she faces challenges such as lack of customers or shortage of materials. Which entrepreneurial qualities do you think Neema lacks? (five points).

9.  Joka is an educated person who started a business five years ago. He opened a shop called Genge Shop. However, he does not record his sales. He claims that number of customers declines, his business is growing more slowly than he expected and he has failed to make it grow. What business knowledge do you think Joka lacks? (Five points.)

Assessment Number _____________________

THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM EXAMINATION-MARCH

BUSINESS STUDIES

TIME: 2:30 HOURS YEAR

Instruction 

1. This paper consists of section A, B and C with a total of nine (9) questions.
2. Answer all questions in a space provided.
3. Section A carries fifteen (15) marks, section B forty (40) marks and section C carries forty five (45) marks.
4. All writing must be in blue or ink, except drawings which must be in pencil.
5. Communication devices, and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the assessment room.

SECTION A(marks 15)

Answer all questions in this section

1. For each of the items (i) -(x), choose the correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided.

i. Soft drinks company uses sugar, water and flour to produce soda in large quantities before selling it to whole seller. Which of the following best describes the activity of turning ingredients to soda 

1. Distribution 
2. Consumption 
3. Production 
4. Exchange 

ii. Halima started her small activity in which she buy used clothes and sell them at profit, which of the following best describe what Halima is doing. ( ) 

1. Production 
2. Consumption 
3. Scarcity 
4. Business 

iii. Mathias started a maize farming business. He rent land, buy seeds and tools, hire workers and manage the farm himself. Which of the following correctly identifies the factors of production? 

1. Land as capital, seed as labor, Mathias as entrepreneurship, and workers 
2. Land as land , seed and tools as capital, workers a labor and Mathias as entrepreneurship
3. Mathias as labor, workers as capital, land as entrepreneurship and tools as land
4. Workers as land, Mathias as capital, seed as labor and tools as entrepreneurship 

iv. Miss Debora’s business earned TZS 250,000 from sales while she incurred TZS 70,000 as expenses to run business. What is Miss Debora’s profit or loss? ( )

1. Profit TZS 320,000 
2. Loss TZS 18,000 
3. Profit TZS 18,000 
4. Loss TZS 320,000

vi. Which part of business environment consists of competitors, customers and supplier?

1. Internal environment 
2. Economic environment 
3. Operating environment
4. Remote environment

vii. The concept of opportunity cost applies because

1. Resource are limited 
2. People can have everything they want
3. Choosing one option means giving up another 
4. Goods and services are free 

vii. The Government provides free vaccinations to children to protect them from diseases. Which type of goods is being provided? 

1. Merits goods 
2. Demerit goods 
3. Free goods 
4. Economic goods 

viii. ‘’People who have high need for achievement have tendency to win and excel.’’ This statement describes;

1. Innovation theory of entrepreneurship 
2. Economic theory of entrepreneurship 
3. The theory of needs achievement 
4. Risk bearing theory

ix. Occurs when demand for resource is greater than available supply 

1. Business 
2. Profit 
3. Office equipment 
4. Scarcity

x. The ability of goods and services to satisfy human needs and wants is known as 

1. Factors of production 
2. Utility 
3. Economics 
4. Production

Answers

2. Match the description about business studies concepts in LIST A with relevant concept of business studies in LIST B By writing the letter of the correct response beside the corresponding item number in the table provided

 Answers

SECTION B

Answer all questions in this section

3. Differentiate the following terms as used in business studies

1. Economic goods and free goods
2. Public goods and private goods
3. Inferior goods and giffen goods
4. Substitute goods and complementary goods
5. Merit and demerit goods

4. In five points, briefly explain the role of entrepreneurship

5. (a)Arrange the following example of production process for textile factory in chronological order by writing number 1 to 4 besides the item number

1. Some one visited the market and bought the uniform by offering the seller some money
2. It is then transported from factory to the market place
3. The student wear uniform at school
4. The textile factory/manufacture uniform

(b)With examples define the term factors of production

6. Describe five advantages of purchase day book

SECTION C (45marks)

Answer all questions in these sections

7. Rosemary has a friend who made much money from her small business. Her friend gave her Tsh. 2,000,000 as a gift to expand her small business.

1. What type of funding for small business is this?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this funding type

8. Hassan has started a small carpentry workshop in which he produces furniture and ensure customer gets quality products. Basing on this case study explain five main critical issues that Hassan may face I operating business

9. Masanja is planning to use personal saving as source of capital instead of external financing to start a small food vending business near a bus terminal. By using Masanja’s case study, suggest five characteristics of the form of business.

OFISI YA WAZIRI MKUU TAWALA ZA MIKOA NA SERIKALI ZA MITAA

MTIHANI WA NUSU MUHULA WA KWANZA WA KIDATO CHA PILI 

021 KISWAHILI

MUDA: SAA 2:30 MACHI

MAELEKEZO

1. Mtihani una sehemu tatu A,B na C
2. Jibu kila swali kulingana na maelekezo

1. Chagua herufi sahihi katika machuguo uliyopewa

i) Ipi kati ya tungo zifuatazo si dhimay a lugha katika mawasiliano?

1. Kutambulisha utamaduni 
2. Kutumia mpangilio maalumu wa suti
3. kuunganisha watu 
4. Kurithisha amali za jamii 

ii) Mende anapenda kula uchafu .Neno lililopigiwa mstari lipo katika ngeli ipi?

1. KI-VI 
2. A-WA 
3. U-I 
4. KU 

iii) Kimuundo sentensi huwa na pande mbili ambazo zilizoundwa na nini?

1. Kirai nomino na kishazi 
2. Kirai nomino na kivumishi
3. Kirai kitenzi na kishazi tegemezi 
4. Kirai nomino na kirai kitenzi

iv) Aina ipi ya sentensi huundwa na sentensi mbili au Zaidi ambazo huunganishwa kwa kutumia kiunganishi

1. Changamani 
2. Ambatani 
3. Tegemezi 
4. Shurutia

v) Mfumo wa lugha hujumuisha

1. Sauti,matamshi,mavazi na fedha 
2. Maneno,vyakula,silabi na sentensi
3. Sauti,silabi,maneno na sentensi 
4. Sentensi,silabi,unyago na mila 

vi) Sarufi ina nguzo nne ambazo ni

1. Sarufi matamshi,sarufi maumbo,sarufi miundo na sarufi maana
2. Sarufi matamshi,sarufi muundo,sarufi mantiki na sarufi maana
3. Sarufi maana,sarufi kiimbo,sarufi umbo na sarufi matamshi 
4. Sarufi matawi,sarufijamii,sarufi maana na sarufi muundo

vii) Mkato,nukta pacha,alama ya mshangao hutumika kwenye

1. Mazungumzo 
2. Mawasiliano 
3. Uandishi 
4. Ufasaha wa lugha 

viii) Kumbo na kapelo walikuwa wanabisha na kuhusu muundo wa sentensi ‘mimi nitafua na wewe utaosha vyombo’ Upi ni muundo sahihi wa sentensi hiyo?

1. E T U W T N 
2. W T U W T E 
3. W T U W T N 
4. V T U W T E

ix) Mama alinunua vyombo vizuri. Vizuri vyote viliwekwa kabatini. Mimi nilivipanga vizuri” Katika mfuatano wa sentensi izo neno vizuri limetumikaje?

1. Kiwakilishi, kivumishi kielezi.
2. Kivumishi kielezi kiwakilishi 
3. Kielezi kivumishi kiwakishi
4. Kivumishi kiwakilishi kielezi

x) Adela anatikisa chupa ya dawa ya kikohozi kabla ya kunywa unafikiri kwa nini Adela anafanya hivyo?

1. Alisoma ila hakuelewa maelekezo ya dawa
2. Alisoma na alielewa maelekezo ya dawa.
3. Hakusoma ila alielewa maelekezo ya dawa
4. Hakusoma ila alielewa maelekezo ya dawa 

MAJIBU:

2. Oanisha maelezo ya safuA na vipashio vya kimuundo katika safu B kisha andika herufi ya jibu sahihi katika sehemu uliyopewa.

MAJIBU:

SEHEMU B (ALAMA 70)

3. Eleza dhima tano za lugha kama kielelezo cha utamaduni

4. Bainisha makossa ya upatanisho wa kisarufi katika sentensi zifuatazo kisha rekebisha makossa hayo kwa kuandika sentensi hizo kwa usahihi. Mfano.

i. Ndege una paa angani taratibu.

• Kosa ; unapaa
• Sentensi sahihi; ndege anapaa angani taratibu.

ii. mtihani iliotangazwa imeahirishwa.

iii. Tai nzuri atavaliwa.

iv. Ukuta zimejengwa kwa matofali mabovu.

 v. Ubao huu imechorwa picha nyingi .

vi Biashara litanipatia faida kubwa.

5. Kwa kutumia viambishi ngeli vya urejeshi tunga sentensi tano (5) kisha bainisha viambishi vya urejeshi ulivyotumia

6. Eleza maana ya istilahi zifuatazo:

1. Mawasiliano
2. utamaduni
3. Kiimbo
4. barua 
5. Kamusi

7. Kwa ufupi eleza sifa tano za mzungumzaji.

8. Andika mifano ya mazungumzo yanayozingatia mitindo mahususi wa lugha katika maeneo yafuatayo

1. Kituo cha polisi 
2. Michezo 
3. Shuleni
4. Mtaani
5. Kwenye nyumba za ibada

9. soma shairi lifuatalo kisha jibu maswali yafuatayo

Nataka nena na wewe, upate kunielewa,
Wengi washikwa kiwewe, kwa kushindwa nielewe,
Yapaswa unielewe, nimekwesha kubaliwa,
Sauti zangu nasibu, hakuna wa kukanusha 
Kiswahili ninatamba, hakuna wakunishinda.

Huwezi kuwazuia, waliokubaliana,
Mimi wananitumia, wapate kunielewa,
Kanuni wazingatia, ili kuwasiliana,
Malenge pate fikia, wote kushirikiana,
Kiswahili ninatamba, hakuna wakunishinda.

Majina pia mavazi, vyote vyanitegemea,
Shughuli jamii hizi, lugha hizi zatumia,
Kiswahili ni mzizi, kuunganisha jamii, 
Ondoka na simanzi, kubali kunitumia, 
Kiswahili ninatamba, hakuna wakunishinda.

Mimi nimekubalika, katika hii dunia,
Rasmi ni kutumika, kotekote Tanzania
Dunia na Afrika, nimeweza kwendelea,
Kiswahili chasifika, lugha ya kimataifa,
Kiswahili ninatamba, hakuna wakunishinda.

Maswali

1. Shairi ulilosoma linazungumzia nini? .
2. Sifa gani za Kiswahili zimebainishwa katika shairi hilo?
3. Mstari unao sema “ Kiswahili nina tamba hakuna wakunishinda” una maana gani?
4. Fafanua mawazo makuu mawili(2) yalio wasilishwa katika ubeti wa pili wa shairi ulilosomo.
5. Eleza hadhi ya Kiswahili kama ilivyofafanuliwa katika shairi

SEHEMU C (ALAMA 15)

10. Wewe ni mwanafunzi unayesoma katika shule ya sekondari Anna Magowa, S.L.P. 32 Chidya, mwandikie barua baba yako ukimwomba hela ya matumizi yako.Jina lako liwe"Mtoto Mwerevu"

Assessment Number ____________________

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM MARCH ASSESSMENT 

012  HISTORY

TIME: 2:30 HRS MARCH

 INSTRUCTIONS:  

1. This paper consists of three (3) sections, A, B, and C, with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all questions in sections A and B, and two (2) questions from section C.
3. Section A and carries fifteen (15) marks, Section B carries seventy (70) marks.
4. All writings should be in blue or black ink, except for diagrams, which must be drawn in pencil.
5. Communication devices and unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.
6. Write your Examination Number on every page of your answer booklet(s) provided.

SECTION A (15 Marks) 

Answer all question

1. For each of the items (i) -(x), choose the correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter in the space provided.

(i) Angenge's grandfather was narrating a very interesting story about what happened during the Ngoni migration, we were listening carefully and sometimes asking questions. What source of historical information was used?

1. Anthropology 
2. Oral traditions 
3. Museums 
4. Historical sites

(ii) Mr Rogers is an expert who deals with the study of the ancient and recent human past through material remains. Through his activities he obtained important historical information. So we can term Mr Rogers activities as:

1. Archives 
2. Museum 
3. Archaeology 
4. Historical sites

(iii) Shaymaa is a form two student who originates from Sambaa tribe, which the heritage power belong to the mother's side. What is the proper term which describes her society?

1. Patrilineal society 
2. Matrilineal society 
3. Kinship society 
4. Age-set society

(iv) Identify the collective name given to the massive labour force used in the construction of cities, pyramids, dams and irrigation schemes in ancient Egypt.

1. Wage labour 
2. Serfs 
3. Slaves 
4. Peasants

(v) Which of the following is not true about Homo erectus?

1. Had a larger brain than Homo Habilis 
2. Walked upright
3. Only existed in East Africa 
4. Had developed some of speech

(vi) Two students from Kwehangala organized a study tour to Lushoto where they saw beans, maize and few trees planted in the same farm. Which term befits such a type of agricultural system?

1. Intercropping 
2. Agroforestry 
3. Mixed farming 
4. Crop rotation

(vii) In debating about early commercial contact between East African people and the people from Middle East and Far East, some of the participants argued that people from Middle East and Far East didn't come in East Africa . Which book do you think can help them to reach in conclusion?

1. Periplus of the Erythrean Sea 
2. The tragedy of the Greek sailors
3. The tales of the Nok 
4. Germany East Africa

(viii) Mr Koshuma has a large farm of about 100 acres, he allows other landless people to cultivate in his land under agreement of taking 60% of the harvest and the cultivator remain with 40% of the harvest. This kind of system can be referred to as:

1. Primitive communalism 
2. Capitalism 
3. Feudalism 
4. Slavery

(ix) The system of land ownership in Buhaya was kown as

1. Ubugabire 
2. Umwinyi 
3. Nyarubanja 
4. Busulo

(x) In form two history monthly assessment one of the questions asked was to list down five commodities which were brought by the Portuguese in East Africa. Which correct list were students supposed to give?

1. Slaves, beeswax, gum, animal skins and cooper 
2. Maize, cassava, sweet potatoes and pineapples
3. Cassava, cotton, sisal, clothes and glass. 
4. Guns, gun powder, glass, ammunition and cloth

ANSWERS:

2. Match the historical descriptions in list A with the corresponding historical terms in list B by writing the letter of the correct response below the item number in the table provided.

ANSWERS:

SECTION B (70 marks)

Answer all questions

3. It was not easy for the Ngoni to across other African society to reach east Africa. Explain reason for their success in fighting against other African societies.

4. How was the discovery of fire in the middle stone age similar in importance to the use of computer in modern society. Five (5) points

5. You as a historian, discuss five features of pre-colonial agricultural system that still exist in present day societies.

6. history is all about human activities, so describe five different areas where historical knowledge can be obtained.

7. Study the picture below then answer questions that follow.

QUESTIONS: 

1. Name the military technique shown.
2. Name the society which brought this technique in to East Africa.
3. Describe two causes of the movement that society.
4. Outline one effect of their movement.

8. Briefly, explain five reasons that led the development of the Trans Saharan trade.

9. As form two student of tanga secondary school, show the features of non-antagonistic mode of production.

SECTION C (15 marks) 

Answer this question in essay format

10. What Mwakatobe believe is that “interaction ha s no reason” refute this by explaining six factory for interaction among the people of Africa before the advent of colonialism.

Assessment Number ____________________

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM MARCH ASSESSMENT

031  PHYSICS

TIME: 2:30 HRS

Instruction

1. This paper consists of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all questions.
3. Show all working clearly in the space provided.
4. Communication devices and unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.
5. Write your Assessment Number at the top right corner in the space provided.
6. Use the following constants where necessary:

1. Acceleration due to gravity = 10 N/kg
2. Density of water = 1000 kg/m³

SECTION A (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. Multiple Choice Questions (10 Marks)

(i) What is the name given to people who study and work professionally in the field relating matter and energy? 

1. Physics
2. Chemistry
3. Physicist
4. Geophysics

(ii) Which apparatus can measure the depth of a beaker with an accuracy of 0.01 cm?

1. Metre rule
2. Micrometer screw gauge
3. Vernier caliper
4. Tape measure

(iii) Which represent the fundamental forces?

1. Compressional, torsional and frictional forces
2. Gravitational, torsional and frictional forces
3. Nuclear, gravitational and electromagnetic forces
4. Stretching, attraction and repulsion forces

(iv) The mass of 25 cm³ of ivory is 0.045 kg. Calculate the density in kg/m³. 

1. 1.8
2. 180
3. 18000 
4. 1800

(v) Liquid A density = 1.03 g/cm³ and Liquid B density = 0.97 g/cm³. A hydrometer sinks:

1. More in A than B
2. More in B than A
3. Equally in both
4. None

(vi) Why can water striders walk on water?

1. Osmosis
2. Capillarity
3. Cohesion and adhesion 
4. Surface tension

(vii) Pascal’s principle states:

1. Pressure is equally transmitted in a liquid
2. Pressure = force/area
3. Pressure depends on height
4. Pressure affected by gravity

(viii) A body accelerates from rest to 100 m/s in 10 s. Distance covered?

1. 10 m
2. 1000 m
3. 110 m
4. 500 m

(ix) When a body moves at constant speed:

1. Acceleration is zero
2. Acceleration increases
3. Acceleration decreases
4. Deceleration increases

(x) Kinetic energy of 10 kg object moving at 2 m/s is:

1. 10 J
2. 20 J
3. 40 J
4. 100 J

SECTION B (70 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

2. Match each term in section A with the most correct answer in section B. None of the answers in section B can be used twice.

Answers

SECTION B 70 Marks

Answer all questions

3. a) What do you understand by the term “Force”.

b) Consider an instance of an air force soldier who is landing down from a helicopter by using an air-filled balloon as a parachute. Describe at least three forces that seem to act in that instance.

4 ) State Archimedes’ principle.

b) A solid body weighs 30 N in air but when it is completely immersed in water the body weighs 12 N. calculate 

1. The apparent loss in weight of the body
2. The volume of water displaced.

5. (a) How power is different from energy

(b) A 1200W electric motor lifts a 100kg object vertically at a constant speed. How long will it take to lift the objects 10m?

6 (a) Why the needle may floats on a clean water but sinks when some detergents is added to water

b) (i). What is Kinetic theory of matter?

ii). Explain the relationship between the tension and extension of loaded elastic material; hence state the Law that govern the above relationship.

7. a) Physics has various branches that explain specific phenomena in the universe. Briefly describe five branches of physics

b) Mention six transport vessels that relay on the laws of physics?

8. a) Fundamental law of static electricity govern how charged object behave. State this law and provide at least one real life example or experimental observation and demonstrate it

b) Three capacitor of value 7µF, 3µF and 6µF respectively are

1. connected in series
2. connected in parallel calculate equivalent capacitance in each case

c). Explain mode of action of lightning rod

9. a) Juma is pushing the car forward by a force of 20 N, and the car moved by 2m from left to right perpendicular to the direction of his push. What is the work done by Juma?

b) Joyce is running while carrying 1kg heavy ball moving it from a classroom to school’s laboratory. If Joyce’s speed is 2m/s, what is the kinetic energy possessed by the carried ball?

c) An astronaut has travelled from the planet earth to the planet Venus with a heavy bag having 50 kg of mass. Will the bag be harder or easier to carry when the astronaut reaches to the planet Venus?

SECTION C (15 Marks) 

Answer question number 10 

10. (a). Explain the following observation

i). Why in many areas, people use parallel circuit than series circuit?

ii) You have been provided with resistors R₁, R₂ and R₃, how can you obtain both maximum and minimum resistance by connecting those resistors diagrammatically.

b). Juma provided the following apparatus with his teacher, Ammeter, Voltmeter, Rheostat and resistor, Cell, connecting wire and Switch. He was required to verify Ohm’s law through connection of those apparatus; 

1. Diagrammatically show how he will connect those components to verify Ohm’s law.
2. Explain how Ammeter and Voltmeter are connected with circuit
3. State ohms law

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM MARCH ASSESSMENT 

033  BIOLOGY

TIME: 2:30 HRS 

 INSTRUCTIONS:  

1. This paper consists of section A, B and C with a total of (10) questions
2. Answer all questions in section A, B and C
3. Section A carries fifteen (15) marks, section B seventy (70) marks and section C carries fifteen (15) marks
4. All writing must be in blue or black ink except drawing which must be in pencil 5. Cellular phones and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room
5. Write your assessment number (index number) at the top right corner of every page

SECTION A (15 Marks) 

Answer ALL questions in this section

1. For each of the following items (i) – (x) choose the correct answer among the given alternatives and writes its letter in the box provided.

i. Which one of the following is a reason for studying Biology?

1. Biology helps us to appreciate and improve nature
2. Biology deals with non-living objects in our environment
3. Biology enables us to pollute the environment
4. Biological research contributes to the development of low yielding breeds of crops 

ii. Which organisms belong to the division Bryophyta;

1. Paramecium and Euglena 
2. Ferns and liverworts 
3. Liverworts and Amoeba
4. Liverworts and Mosses

iii. A person pick up a telephone after hearing it ring. Which characteristics of living things is the person showing by this action

1. Movement and locomotion 
2. Growth and response
3. Movement and irritability 
4. Development and response 

iv. Organism A can make their own food from simple inorganic substances. What biological name is effective to organism A?

1. Heterotrophs 
2. Autotrophs 
3. Parasite 
4. Saprophytes

v. Magnification power of the eye lens of the compound microscope is10X and that of objective lens is 40X. What will be the magnification of the specimen under observation?

1. 10X 
2. 500X 
3. 400X 
4. 50X

vi. You get a cut on your finger. The healing process involves the growth and division of numerous tiny units. These units are most likely your

1. Tissue 
2. Organs 
3. Body system 
4. Cells

vii. Which of the following structures controls the movement of materials in and out of the cell?

1. Nucleus 
2. Chloroplast 
3. Cell membrane 
4. Vacuole

viii. Why are bats and birds not placed in the same species while they are closely related organisms?

1. They cannot interbreed to produce a fertile offspring
2. They can interbreed to produce a fertile offspring
3. One lays eggs and another can give birth
4. One possessed feathers and another short beak

ix. Why is it important for scientists to repeat experiments?

1. To change the hypothesis
2. To get more marks in research
3. To make the experiments longer
4. To increase accuracy and reliability of results

x. Which of the following food should be added to the diet of a person suffering from scurvy?

1. Groundnuts 
2. Orange 
3. Cassava 
4. Fish 

 ANSWERS:

2. Match the phrase in LIST A with responses in LIST B by writing the letter of the correct response in a table provided

LIST A

LIST B

It provides firm support for the microscope Concentrates light onto the specimen that is placed on the stage. Rises or lower the body tube in order to bring the image into focus. Support the objective lenses. Rises or lowers body tube in order to bring the image into sharp focus. Rises and lowers the stage to keep the specimen in the right position for observation  Regulates the amount of light passing from the mirror to the condenser

ANSWERS:

SECTION B (70 Marks)

Answer ALL questions in this section

3. During an experiment that involved two samples A and B, the scientist observed cells whose organelles are enclosed in membranes in sample A and cells whose nuclear material are not bound with a membrane in sample B.

(a) Identify types of each cell observed in a sample A and B respectively.

(b) Write three (3) points to differentiate the types of cells observed in sample A and B

(c) Draw a well labeled diagram of cell observed in sample A and B respectively.

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM MARCH ASSESSMENT 

032  CHEMISTRY

TIME: 2:30 HRS

 INSTRUCTIONS:  

1. This paper consists of three sections A,B, and C with total of 10 questions.
2. Answer All questions
3. All writing must be in blue or black ink EXCEPT Drawing which must be in Pencils.
4. Cellular phones and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.

SECTION A (15 MARKS)

1. From item (i) – (x), choose the correct items from the among the given alternative and write its letter beside the item number in the table provided.

(i) If a form two student wants to become a professional farmer, which subjects should should they focus on to build the necessary skills

1. Geography, Physics, and Chemistry 
2. Biology , Physics , and Mathematics 
3. Agriculture , Chemistry , and Biology 
4. Chemistry , Physics ,and Biology

(ii) How do chemists refers to a mixture of milk and water?.

1. Miscible solution 
2. Immiscible solution 
3. Suspension 
4. Emulsion

(iii) A medicine syrup must be shaken well before use because it is a :

1. Clean solution 
2. Suspension 
3. Homogeneous mixture 
4. Filtrate

(iv) Which of the following is a compound?

1. Hellium (He) 
2. Hydrogen (H₂) 
3. Carbon monoxide (CO) 
4. Neon (Ne)

(v) Which branches of chemistry deals with the study of carbon and its compounds?

1. In organic chemistry 
2. Organic chemistry 
3. Biochemistry 
4. Anahytical chemistry.

(vi) How is fainting different from shock?

1. Fainting is a sudden loss of a body weight 
2. Fainting is a sudden loss of consciousness.
3. Fainting is a sudden loss of Confidence 
4. Fainting is a sudden loss of body water

(vii) Why non – luminous flame is the most applicable flame for heating and welding purpose.

1. It is very noise 
2. It is very hot 
3. It has no soot 
4. It has three zone

(viii) Why might a student be denied entry to the laboratory for wearing flopy clothing ? 

1. It may be blown by the wind 
2. It may affect measurements 
3. It may cause fire cause tripping . 
4. It may cause poor body ventilation

(ix) The fire triangle consists of heat fuel and

1. Carbon 
2. Nitrogen 
3. Hydrogen 
4. Oxygen

(x) The following are the uses of solvent EXEPT

1. Cleaning 
2. Stain removal 
3. Bleaching agent 
4. Greasing

ANSWERS

2. Match in list A with the responses in list B by writing the letter of the correct responses in a space provided

Answers

3. (a) Mr. Komba is a new laboratory technician at your school. He planned to label warning signs on the container found in the laboratory. suggest the warming sign he could label on the container containing the following.

1. Rat poison 
2. Concentrated sulphuric acid
3. Methylated spirit
4. Match box 
5. Box containing glass  

(b) Why a warning sign is so important?

4. (a) A laboratory lacks fire extinguishers and first aid kits. Identify three potentials risk and suggest possible measures to be taken.

(b) A teacher demonstrates an experiment producing toxic gas without a fume chamber

1. What health hazards are likely to happen
2. how should the experiment be conducted safely?

(c) Explain why each first aid kit have first aid manual

 5. (a)Why a flame produced by a candle is not suitable for cooking? Give two reasons.

(b) Give four differences between a flame produced when the air holes of a Bunsen burner are opened and the one produced when the Air holes are closed.

6(a) An atom of element has 13 protons and 14 neutrons.

1. Determine the Atomic Number.
2. Determine the Mass Number.

(b) Write the Electronic Configuration of element and draw its atomic structure.

7. (a) State the Modern Periodic Law.

(b) Explain why the atomic radius increases as you move down a group in the periodic table.

8. (a) Is Air a mixture or compound? Give four reasons to support your choice above.

(b) A chemical reaction involving burning of substance under presence of Air to give out heat, light and energy has a variety of applications. Use the knowledge gained in form one to give four (4) of them.

9. a) State any two (2) conditions necessary for substance to be called matter.

b) How can you prevent the following iron materials from rusting?

1. Car bodies
2. Bicycle chain
3. Iron sheets
4. Foods cans

SECTION C (15 MARKS)

10. (a) Define the term Relative Atomic Mass.

(b) Neon exists as two isotopes: ²⁰₁₀Ne(90%) and ²¹₁₀Ne(10%) . Calculate the Average Relative Atomic Mass of Neon.

(c) State four (4) applications of isotopes.

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM MARCH ASSESSMENT 

013  GEOGRAPHY

TIME: 2:30 HRS

 INSTRUCTIONS:  

• This paper consist of three sections A, B and C
• Answer all questions

SECTION A (15 MARKS)

1. For each items (i)-(x) choose the correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter

i) The rotation of the earth causes the following except

1. Day and night 
2. High and low tides
3. Seasons of the year 
4. Time differences between longitudes 

ii) Which type of mountain is formed due to prolonged denudates?

1. Block mountain 
2. Volcanic mountain 
3. Residual mountain 
4. Fold mountain

iii) Folding is usually a result of ;

1. Compressional force 
2. Earth quake 
3. Tensional force 
4. Radial force 

iv) Ocean water occupies about .. of the earth

1. 21 % 
2. 29% 
3. 71% 
4. 79%

v) The outer layer of internal structure of the earth

1. The mantle 
2. The crust 
3. The atmosphere 
4. The core

vi) The Liverpool team scored a goal at 5:00 pm in England (15w) at what time the goal was scored in Dar es salaam (45 E) 

1. 9:00pm 
2. 7:00pm 
3. 1:00pm 
4. 6:00 am 

vii) Which continent is entirely located in the southern hemisphere?

1. South America 
2. Antarctica 
3. Africa 
4. Australia

viii) A ship moves to the west and crosses the international dateline. What happens in regard to the time gained or loss?

1. No time is gained or loss
2. The whole day is lost
3. The whole day is gained
4. Time is gained

ix) The molten materials found within the mantle can be termed as ..

1. Lava 
2. crater 
3. magma 
4. volcanic plug

x) In which atmospheric layer do most weather events such as storms and rainfall occur?

1. Thermosphere 
2. Troposphere 
3. Mesosphere 
4. Stratosphere

ANSWERS:

2. The table below is a set of matching items. Match each of the items in LIST B with corresponding items in LIST A.

ANSWERS:

SECTION B (70 MARKS)

3. a) An eclipse is a total or partial obstruction of light from the sun by either the earth or the moon. How does this occur?

b) Eclipses are important in many ways, including the scientific, cultural and historical significance. Mention four (4) significances of eclipse

4. Briefly describe the following concepts

1. Rocks
2. Metamorphism
3. Vulcanicity .
4. Mass wasting .
5. Earth quakes ..

5.(a) Differentiate between

1. internal structure and external structure of the earth
2. Caldera and crater
3. Magma and lava

6. The planet Earth is made up of land surface and water with different land forms on both land and water found on continent and ocean”

a) identify five major features of the continent

b) Draw a well labelled diagram of the ocean floor features.

7. Geography is an integrated subject because it combines knowledge from various field, that is why your geography subject teacher insists you to study the geography subject with five (5) points explain why geography teacher insists to study geography subject

8. Suppose your young brother asked to teach him on the most common parallels of the earth.

(a) Which five possible parallels will you teach him?

b) By using a well labeled diagrams illustrate the parallels named in (a) above with their correct degrees.

9. Explain the importance of rocks by using 5 points

SECTION C (15)

10. The earth has two movements. explain five (5) outcomes of spinning of earth on its axis.

Assessment Number ____________________

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MIDTERM ASSESSMENT

022 ENGLISH LANGUAGE

TIME: 2:30 HRS MARCH

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. This paper consists of section A, B, and C with a total of 10 questions.
2. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
3. Follow instructions given per each section and each question.

SECTION ‘A’ (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the items (i)-(x) choose the most correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter beside the item number in the space provided.

(i) Words with different meanings, different spellings or different origin but have the same pronunciation such as: by, buy, and bye.

1. Synonyms 
2. Antonyms 
3. Homophones. 
4. Stress.

(ii) Nassoro Mwinchui officiated the match between Young sports club against Simba SC on 1/3/2026. Who was Nassoro Mwinchui on that day?

1. Skipper 
2. Spectator 
3. Referee 
4. Coach

(iii) If you are a girl, you are your father’s/mother’s?

1. Son 
2. Granddaughter 
3. Daughter 
4. Niece

(iv) Computer, smartphone, and tablets are examples of?

1. Social networks 
2. ICT devices 
3. Search engines 
4. Web-browsers.

(v) Refers to voluntary, conscious and intentional process of receiving, interpreting and understanding oral message.

1. Writing 
2. Listening 
3. Hearing 
4. Speaking

(vi) You hear someone saying ‘ She was my friend, wasn’t she?’ Why did the speaker use the question tag?

1. To ask for the information. 
2. To confirm information.
3. To answer the question. 
4. To show repeated auxiliary verbs

(vii) Kibiriti was a doctor. What does the underlined verb express?

1. a verb is used to express a state of being. 
2. a verb is used to express what was done by Kibiriti. 
3. a verb is used to express what Kibiriti did.
4. a verb is used to express about possession.

(viii) Our teacher taught us about the rising and falling of pitch sound during pronunciation or speaking. The underlined phrase refers to?

1. Stress 
2. Utterance 
3. Intonation 
4. Tone

(ix) One of the sentences below is negative, which one is it?

1. The young girl is short 
2. The young girl is thinking differently. 
3. The young girl is not going to school.
4. The young girl is like banana.

(x) _____________ book do you want? Asked a Librarian.

1. whose
2. who 
3. what
4. which

ANSWERS

2. Match the items from LIST A with the correct response in LIST B.

ANSWERS

SECTION B: (70 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

3. Your English language teacher has taught you about how you can structure your utterances during speaking through intonation. For each of the given sentence, write either falling intonation or rising intonation.

1. Is your name Aisha? ______________________________________
2. Yes, I am. _______________________________________
3. You come from Tanga? _______________________________
4. No, I come from Dodoma – Tanzania. ____________________
5. Would you mind if I ask you some more questions? ____________________

4. Write the opposite of the following words.

1. Fast _______________________
2. Slim ________________________
3. Regular ______________________
4. Beautiful _____________________
5. Buy _______________________

5. Write where the following people work.

6. A friendly letter has its distinctive features that differentiate from other type of letters. As a form two students, outline five (5) components of friendly letter by giving an example per each component.

7. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word in the brackets.

1. She ………… to school every day. ( go)
2. My mother ……………… a new car last week. ( buy)
3. I am …………….. hard in order to pass. (study)
4. We must …………… hard in order to pass. (study)
5. They …………….sick today. (be)

8. Make five sentences to express your personal routine. Use the given verbs.

1. Wake up ______________________________
2. Brush ______________________________
3. Clean ______________________________
4. Enter ______________________________
5. Eat ______________________________

9 (a) Fill in the blanks with the correct article.

1. Please bring _____________________________ umbrella.
2. She is _____________________________ beautiful girl.
3. _____________________________ University is the highest institution.
4. It will be _____________________________ hour to reach Kibondo.
5. _____________________________ car in the garage is mine.

9. (b) The words provided in the box are about information and communication technology that enables students to access materials when learning through online. Choose the correct word and fill it in the blanks with appropriate responses according to the explanations given.

1. Technologies and devices that are used for communication _____________________________
2. Online tools designed to help people find specific information on the internet _____________________________
3. A program that allows users to access and interact with information on the world wide web _____________________________
4. Tools used for producing hard copies of digital documents _____________________________
5. Tools used for data processing, internet access and running various applications _____________________________

SECTION C (15 Marks)

Answer question ten (10)

10. With reference from one class reader you have done in the class. Answer the following questions.

1. What is the title of the book? 
2. Who is an author of the book? 
3. When the book was written?
4. What is the book about?
5. Who is the main character in the story?
6. Mention two (2) characteristics of the main character?
7. Is the story relevant to our contemporary society? how
8. Give three (3) themes from the book.
9. Give two (2) reasons why you should advice your friend to read the book.

OFISI YA WAZIRI MKUU TAWALA ZA MIKOA NA SERIKALI ZA MITAA

MTIHANI WA NUSU MUHULA 

015 ELIMU YA DINI YA KIISLAMU KIDATO CHA PILI

MUDA: SAA 2:30 MACHI

MAELEKEZO:

1. Karatasi hii ina sehemu A,B na C zenye jumla ya maswali Kumi (10).
2. Jibu maswali yote kwenye nafasi ulizopewa.
3. Andika kwa kutumia kalamu yenye wino wa bluu au mweusi.
4. Vifaa vya mawasiliano na vitu visivyorurhusiwa havitakiwi katika chumba cha upimaji.
5. Andika namba/jina yako ya Upimaji katika kila ukurasa sehemu ya juu upande wa kulia.

SEHEMU A (Alama 15)

Jibu maswali yote katika sehemu hii

1. Katika kipengele (i)-(x),chagua jibu sahihi kisha andika herufi yake katika kisanduku

(i) Wanataaluma wanatofautina mitazamo kuhusu chanzo sahihi cha elimu zote ulimwenguni.Ni upi mtazamo wa wanataaluma wa kiislamu ?

1. Akili na vipawa 
2. Sayansi na teknolojia 
3. Mitume wa Allah (S.W) 
4. Mwenyezi Mungu (S.W)

(ii) ‘Tuongoe njia iliyonyooka,sio ya waliokasirikiwa ,wala waliopotea’ (Suratul-faat-ha aya ya 7). Kwa mujibu wa tafsiri ya aya hii ni akina nani waliopotea?

1. A. Mayahudi
2. Manaswara 
3. Wamajusi 
4. Maquraysh

(iii) Juma alisikia akiingiza herufi katika herufi nyingine na kuitamka kama moja wakati akisoma Qur’an.Je ni hukmu gani ya Taj-wiid iliyoanishwa na Juma?

1. Ikh-faau 
2. Id-ghaam 
3.  Iq-laab 
4. Idh-haar

(iv) Ni maneno aliyoyasema Mtume (S.A.W) au maelezo ya swahaba kuhusu alivyomuona Mtume(s.a.w) akitenda jambo.Hii ni maana ya istilahi gani kati hizi?

1. Matini 
2. Rawi 
3. Riwaya 
4. Isnad

(v) Ni kwa muktadha gani dhana ya Hadith inafafanuliwa kama jambo au kitu kipya,taarifa au hotuba?

1. Katika mazingira ya kisheria 
2. Kihistoria 
3. Katika mazingira ya kilugha 
4. Kimatumizi

(vi) Umesujudu uso wangu kumsujudia Yule ambaye ameuumba na akajaalia usikivu wake na uoni wake kwa uwezo wa nguvu zake.Ametukuka Allah mbora wa waumbaji’.Hii ni dhikri inayoletwa wakati wa kuleta sijda gani?

1. Sijdatus-Sahwi 
2. Sijdatush-shukra 
3. Sijdatut-Tilawat 
4. Sijda ya kawaida

(vii) Katika somo la fiqh kuna fiqh inayohusiana na mambo ya kisiasa,biashara na uchumi.Wafahamishe wanafunzi wenzio aina hii ya fiqh huitwaje?

1. Fiqh Muamalat 
2. Fiqh ya kisiasa 
3. Fiqh Ibadat 
4. Fiqh islamiyyah

(viii) Wanafunzi wa kidato cha pili wa mwaka huu 2026 wengi wao wamesahau nguzo za Da’awah baada tu ya kukaa likizo ya mwezi wa desemba.Je wewe kama kijana aliyejitahidi kusoma wakati wa likizo hiyo unakumbuka nguzo hizo? Wakumbushe wenzako.

1. Qur’an ,da’i, na hadhira 
2. Sunnah ,Qur’an na ijtihad
3. Da’i, hadhira na ujumbe 
4. Ujumbe, hadhira na sunnah Ukurasa wa 2 kati ya 4

(ix) Jambo gani katika maisha ya Nabii Adamu (A.S) linaonesha kuandaliwa kuwa Khalifa?

1. Kuwashinda malaika kielimu 
2. Kupewa alimu zote muhimu
3. Kuumbiwa kila kitu duniani 
4. Kuishi peponi na mkewe

(x) Watu wa madian waliangamizwa kwa makosa mbalimbali waliyoyafanya isipokuwa

1. Kupunja vipimo katika biashara 
2. Ubabe na uharibifu katika jamii
3. Uporaji wa mali za watu wengine 
4. Kufanya vitendo vya liwati

MAJIBU:

2. Oanisha kila lengo lililopo Orodha A na Nguzo husika ya Uislamu iliyopo Orodha B kasha andika herufi ya jibu sahihi katika sehemu ya kuandikia majibu uliyopewa.

MAJIBU:

SEHEMU B (Alama 70)

Jibu maswali Yote katika sehemu hii kwa kutoa maelezo mafupi toshelezi.

3. (a) Eleza kwa ufupi kwa nini mtazamo unaosema kwa dini ni matokeo ya fikra za binadamu katika enzi za ujima si sahihi?

(b) Katika jamii kuna baadhi ya watu wanaodai kuwa hawana dini.Kwa kutumia hoja,kanusha madai ya watu hao.

4. Bainisha njia tano zinazomwezesha mwanadamu kutambua uwepo wa Mola wake katika maisha.

5. Chambua faida nne unazoweza kuzipata kwa kuanza kila jambo jema kwa Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahiim

6. Kutoka kwa Abuu Huraira r.a hakika ya Mtume (S.A.W) amesema: Alama za mnafiki ni tatu, akizungumza husema uongo,akitoa ahadi hatimizi na akiaminiwa hufanya hiyana” [Bukhari na Muslim]

(a) Nini maana ya kuchunga ahadi na kuwa mwaminifu

(b) Je, unakubaliana kwamba uaminifu una faida katika jamii? Eleza kwa ufupi

(c) Bainisha madhara mawili juu ya kuzungumza uwongo katika jamii

7. Wanafunzi wa kidato cha kwanza wameazimia kutekeleza ibada mbalimbali kwa usahihi ili wapate radhi za Allah (S.W). Fafanua mambo matatu yatakayo wawezesha kufahamu vema utekelezaji wa ibada hizo.

8. Fafanua sifa tano (5) za ujumbe wenye kuleta athari chanya katika medani ya Da’awah

9. Historia ya Nabii Ibrahim (A.S) inawafunza waislamu mambo muhimu katika kulingania Uislamu.Bainisha mambo matano tu.

SEHEMU C (Alama 15)

Jibu swali la insha katika sehemu hii

10. Bainisha lengo la khutuba ya ijumaa kasha fafanua mambo manne ya kuzingatia wakati wa kuandaa khutba ya ibada hiyo.

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MARCH MIDTERM ASSESSMENT

036 INFORMATION AND COMPUTER STUDIES

TIME: 2:30 HRS

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. This paper consists of Sections A, B, and C with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all questions.
3. Use blue or black ink for writing.
4. Non-programmable calculators may be used.
5. Unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.
6. Section A and Section C each carry 15 marks, and Section B carries 70 marks.

SECTION A (15 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the following items (i) to (x) choose the most correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter in the table indicated below the items.

i. Nyamogi told his classmate that computer science is the only about learning how to type and use Microsoft Word. Which statement best corrects his ideas? ______

1. Computer science is the use of computers for entertainment only
2. Computer science is the study of computers, how they work and their applications
3. Computer science is the repairing computer machines only
4. Computer science is the learning how to browse the internet

ii. A company hires an expert to protect its system from hackers and viruses. This field is called: _________

1. Networking
2. Software engineering
3. Cyber security
4. Artificial intelligence

iii. Early computers use vacuum tubes while modern computers use microprocessors. This difference shows: ________

1. Types of operating system
2. Generations of computers
3. Brands of computers
4. Uses of computers

iv. Mary types her essay using a keyboard and later scans a picture into the computer. Which device is she using? ___

1. Output devices
2. Storage devices
3. Processing devices.
4. Input devices

v. A bank uses powerful computer for transactions while a student uses a laptop for assignments. Which is the correct classification? _____

1. Bank- Supercomputer, Student- Multicomputer
2. Bank – Mainframe, Student – Microcomputer
3. Bank - laptop, Student – Supercomputer
4. Bank – Microcomputer, Student - Mainframe

vi. which of the following is good password practice? ______

1. Use your name as your password
2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols
3. Use the same passwords for all accounts
4. Share your password with your friends.

vii. what is the primary purpose of a firewall in computer security? ____

1. To store file securely
2. To prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network
3. To increase the speed of computer
4. To fix computer bugs

viii. what is the purpose of software updates in cybersecurity? ______

1. To fix security vulnerabilities and improve the systems functionality.
2. To make your computer slower
3. To unstall unnecessary program
4. To change the appearance of your computer interference

ix. which of the following is an example of phishing? ______

1. A hacker attempting to access a file directly
2. An email looks like it is from a trusted source asking you to provide a sensitive information.
3. Unstalling software updates
4. Using a VPN to protect your browser activity

x. what should you do if you have received a suspicious link in an email or text message? _____

1. click on it to check if it is safe.
2. forward it to a friend
3. ignore it and delete the message
4. download the file attached to the message

ANSWERS:

2. Match the items in LIST A with the responses in LIST B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the item number in the table provided below the items.

ANSWERS:

SECTION B 70 MARKS

Answer ALL questions from this section

3. Mention five ways individuals can protect themselves from cyber attacks

4.Explain five effects or changes that can occur in a computer when it becomes infected by harmful software, commonly referred to as malware.

5. Explain the main purpose of having an email address in facilitating communication and accessing online services.

6. Explain five benefits that users can gain from using cloud storage.

7. Explain five key requirements that a person or organization must have to effectively use such online storage and computing services commonly referred to as cloud services.

8. Explain briefly the following concepts as used in computer science

1. Internet of things
2. Video conferencing
3. Cybersecurity
4. Online forum
5. Website

9. Your friend Juma has started using different social media platforms such as to communicate with friends and learn new things online. Using the examples of social media, identify the five social media platforms and explain one use of each platform in communication or learning.

SECTION C (15 Marks)

Answer question number ten (10)

10. With the rapid development of the Internet, students and teachers can now obtain educational information, communicate, and participate in learning activities through online platforms regardless of time and location. In relation to this, explain six ways in which the Internet has contributed to improving access to education and supporting online learning.

Namba Ya Upimaji___________________________

OFISI YA WAZIRI MKUU TAWALA ZA MIKOA NA SERIKALI ZA MITAA

MTIHANI WA NUSU MUHULA - MACHI 

HISTORIA YA TANZANIA NA MAADILI KIDATO CHA PILI

MUDA : Masaa 2:30

MAELEKEZO

1. Upimaji huu una sehemu A, B na C zenye jumla ya maswali kumi (10).
2. Jibu maswali yote kwenye nafasi ulizopewa.
3. Sehemu A ina alama kumi na tano (15), sehemu B sabini (70) na sehemu C ina alama kumi na tano (15).
4. Andika majibu yote kwa kutumia kalamu yenye wino wa bluu au mweusi.
5. Vifaa vyote vya mawasiliano na vitu vingine visivyonuhusiwa havitakiwi katika chumba cha upimaji.
6. Andika Namba yako ya Upimaji katika kila ukurasa sehemu ya juu upande wa kulia.

SEHEMU A (Alama 15)

Jibu maswali yote katika sehemu hii

1. Chagua herufi ya jibu sahihi katika kipengele (i) mpaka cha (x) kisha andika herufi ya jibu sahihi katika sehemu ya karatasi ya mtihani uliyopewa

i. Katika somo la Historia ya Tanzania na Maadili neno Ukoloni lina maana gani?

1. Hali ya nchi moja kuitawalanchi nyingine katika Nyanja zote za kiuchumi, kisiasa na kiutamadaduni
2. Hali ya nchikujitawala katika Nyanja zote za kiuchumi, kisiasa na kijamii
3. Hali ya nchikupigana vita vya ukombozi ili kujinasua na utawala wa kibepari
4. Hali ya nchi moja kuitawalanchi nyingine katika Nyanja ya kiuchumi na kijamii pekee

ii. Ukoloni ulitokana na kustawi kwa mfumo wa ubepari. Mfumo huu wa ubepariulifikia hatua gani huko Ulayamagharibi hadi kuwalazimuwakolonikuvuka mipaka ya nchi zao ili kutafutarasilimali na masoko mapya za bidhaa zao?

1. Ujima 
2. Ubeberu 
3. Ukabaila 
4. Ujamaa

iii. Mapinduzi ya viwanda katika nchi za ulayamagharibiyalisababisha ongezeko la mahitaji mbalimbali kama ifuatavyo isipokuwa

1. Malighafi za kilimo na madini kwaajili ya viwanda
2. Maeneo ya uwekezaji
3. Masomo mapya ya bidhaa za viwanda vyao
4. Matamanio ya kuenezadini ya kiislamu

iv. Mwarabu wa kwanza kutawala kwa pamoja dola za Omani na Zanzibar kuanzia mwaka 1800 hadi 1856 baada ya kufarikialijulikana kama ……

1. SultaniSeyyid Said bin Sultan 
2. SultaniSeyyid Majid
3. Sultani Barghash 
4. SultaniJamshid bin Abdullah Al Said

v. Ukoloni ulishamiribarani Afrika katika karne za…….

1. 17 na 18 
2. 18 na 19 
3. 19 na 20 
4. 20 na 21

vi. Katika utawala wa Kijerumani, koloni la Tanganyika lilijulikana kwa jina la…

1. Afrika mashariki ya Kijerumani 
2. Tanganyika ya Kijerumani 
3. Tanzania 
4. koloni la pwani

vii. Ni mkataba gani wa amani wa mwaka 1919 ulioamuru kwamba makoloni yote yaloyokuwa ya

Wajerumaniyakabidhiwe kwa mataifayaliyoshinda vita kuu ya kwanza ya Dunia?

1. Mkataba wa amani wa Paris 
2. mkataba wa amani wa Versailles
3. mkataba wa amani wa Vienna 
4. mkataba wa amani wa Laussane

viii. Shughuli za biashara wakati wa utawala wa Waingerezazilifanywa na watu wa jamii ya Kiasia hasa Waarabu na Wahindi pamoja na…….;

1. A. Makampuni ya kibepari ya Wazungu 
2. Watafiti wa kizungu
3. Maafisa wa utawala wa kikoloni 
4. Jeshi la wakoloni

ix. Mabadiliko ya kisiasa wakati wa utawala wa Waingerezayalihusisha pia kuanzishwa kwa mfumo wa matumizi ya utawala wa kiuwakala. Utawala huu ulianzishwa mwaka 1926 na Gavana wa kiingerezaaliyejulikana kwa jina la.;

1. Cecil Rhodes 
2. Carl Peters 
3. William Mackinnon 
4. Donald Cameroon

x. Katika utawala wa Waingerezakuliundwashirikisho la machifu, kwa kila kabila kumteuachifummoja kuwa kiongozi mwandamizi wa wengine. ChifuFundikiraaliteuliwa kuongoza machifu wa.?

1. Kihehe 
2. Kinyamwezi 
3. Kisukuma 
4. Kichaga

MAJIBU:

2. Oanisha SAFU A kwa kutoajibu sahihi kutoka katika SAFU B kisha andika herufi ya jibu sahihi katika visanduku chini yake.

MAJIBU:

SEHEMU B (Alama 70)

Jibu maswali yote katika sehemu hii

3. Ukuaji wa mfumo wa ubepari hadi kufikia ubeberu katika robo ya mwisho ya karne ya 19 uliambatana na mapinduzi ya viwanda katika nchi za ulayamagharibi. Kwa hoja tano eleza mahitaji yaliyosababishwa na mapinduzi ya viwanda huko ulaya

4. Wakoloniwalitumia mbinu mbalimbali kuanzisha na kuimarisha tawala zao barani Afrika. Kwa hoja tano eleza mbinu zilizotumika kuanzisha na kuimarisha utawala wa kikoloni katika jamii za Kitanzania.

5. SultaniSeyyidSaid bin Sultan alihamisha makazi yake kutoka Omani kuja Zanzibar mwaka 1840. Kwahoja tano eleza sababu za kiongozi huyo wa utawala wa Waarabukuhamisha makazi yake kuja Zanzibar.

6. Mifumo ya kisiasa na kiuchumi ilikuwa na mchango mkubwa sana katika kukuza maadili ya jamii za asili ya Tanzania, unadhani ni ipi michango ya mifumo hiyo ya kisiasa na kiuchumi katika jamii za asili ya Tanzania.

7. Wakoloniwalijenga njia za uchukuzi na mawasiliano kama vile barabara, reli na bandari. Kwa hoja tano (5) eleza umuhimu wa miundombinu hiyo katika shughuli za serikali za kikoloni

8. Wanafunzi wa shule ya sekondari Kwadoe walitakiwa kufanya utafiti kwa njia ya mtandao ili kubaini tunu mbalimbali za taifa, unadhani ni tunu zipi hizo walizobaini na kuziandika katika ripoti yao.

9. Mabadiliko ya kijamii katika utawala wa Wajerumani na Waingerezayalijikita Zaidi katika utoaji wa huduma za msingi kama elimu, afya, maji, umeme na miundombinu, lengo ni kurahisisha utekelezaji wa malengo ya kikoloni. Kwa hoja tano (5) eleza sifa za elimu ya kikoloni wakati wa utawala wa Wajerumani

SEHEMU C (Alama 15)

Jibu swali namba 10

10. Mchango wa ukoloni katika uhusiano wa Tanzania na mataifayaliyoitawala ni mkubwa sana kwani ulileta mabadiliko mengi katika nyanja za kisiasa, kiuchumi na kijamii katika jamii za kitanzania. kwa hoja sita eleza athari hasizilizotokana na utawala wa kikoloni katika jamii za kitanzania

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO – MID TERM 1 EXAMINATION

CHEMISTRY

TIME:2:30 hours March 2026

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of sections A and B with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.
3. Section A and C carry fifteen (15) marks each and section B carries seventy (70) marks.
4. All writing must be in black or blue ink, except diagrams which must be in pencil.
5. Communication devices and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the assessment room.
6. Write your Assessment Number at the top right corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the items (i) – (x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided.

(i) The smallest particle of an element that can take part in a chemical reaction is called

1. molecule
2. atom
3. ion
4. radical

(ii) The atomic number of an element is equal to the number of

1. neutrons in the nucleus
2. protons in the nucleus
3. electrons in the outer shell
4. nucleons in the atom

(iii) The mass number of an atom is the sum of

1. protons and electrons
2. neutrons and electrons
3. protons and neutrons
4. neutrons only

(iv) Isotopes are atoms of the same element that have the same

1. mass number
2. atomic number
3. relative atomic mass
4. oxidation state

(v) The valency of an element is

1. the number of protons in the nucleus
2. the combining power of the element
3. the number of neutrons
4. the charge on the nucleus

(vi) In the periodic table, elements in the same group have the same

1. atomic number
2. number of electron shells
3. number of valence electrons
4. relative atomic mass

(vii) The tendency of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond is called

1. electropositivity
2. electronegativity
3. ionization energy
4. atomic radius

(viii) Which of the following is a binary compound?

1. Na₂SO₄
2. HCl
3. KMnO₄
4. CuSO₄·5H₂O

(ix) A good Chemistry laboratory should have

1. no ventilation
2. good ventilation to remove fumes
3. no water supply
4. no source of heat

(x) The modern periodic law states that the properties of elements are a periodic function of their

1. atomic mass
2. atomic number
3. relative atomic mass
4. valency

2. Match the process of digestion in List A with the correct part where it occurs in List B . Write the letter of the correct response.

SECTION B (70 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

3. Define the following terms as used in Chemistry:

1. Atom
2. Atomic number
3. Mass number
4. Isotope
5. Valency

4.(a) State five general features of a good Chemistry laboratory.

(b) State the modern periodic law. (b) Explain why elements in the same group of the periodic table have similar chemical properties.

5.(a) Write the chemical formula for each of the following compounds: (i) Aluminium oxide (ii) Iron(III) chloride (iii) Calcium hydroxide (iv) Ammonium sulphate (v) Copper(II) sulphatepentahydrate

(b) Name the following compounds:

1. MgCl₂
2. Na₂CO₃
3. Fe₂(SO₄)₃
4. KNO₃
5. ZnO

6.(a) Draw the atomic structure of sodium (Na) showing the arrangement of electrons in shells.

(b) State the number of protons, neutrons and electrons in a sodium atom with mass number 23.

7.Explain four trends in the periodic table as you move

1. Across a period from left to right
2. Down a group from top to bottom

8.Explain five reasons why the knowledge of atomic structure is important in Chemistry.

9.“The periodic table is a very useful tool for chemists.” Discuss this statement by giving five points.

SECTION C (15 Marks)

Answer question (10)

10. Describe the limitations of Dalton’s atomic theory and how they were improved by later scientists (give five points).

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE, REGIONAL ADMNISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO – MID TERM EXAMINATION

BIOLOGY

TIME:2:30 hours March 2026

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of three section A, B, and C.
2. Answer all question in section A, B and one question in section C.
3. Write all answer in book let provided.
4. All diagram must be near and labelled clearly.

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the items (i)–(x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided.

(i) The basic unit of structure and function in living organisms is

1. tissue
2. organ
3. cell
4. system

(ii) Which of the following is NOT a major function of a Biology laboratory?

1. Carrying out experiments
2. Storing teaching models and specimens
3. Cooking food for students
4. Observing living organisms

(iii) The correct sequence of steps in a scientific investigation is

1. observation → hypothesis → experiment → conclusion
2. conclusion → experiment → hypothesis → observation
3. experiment → observation → conclusion → hypothesis
4. hypothesis → conclusion → observation → experiment

(iv) Which mineral element is essential for the formation of chlorophyll in plants?

1. Nitrogen
2. Phosphorus
3. Magnesium
4. Potassium

(v) The mode of nutrition in which green plants make their own food is called

1. heterotrophic nutrition
2. parasitic nutrition
3. autotrophic nutrition
4. saprophytic nutrition

(vi) The main product of photosynthesis used immediately by plants for respiration is

1. oxygen
2. glucose
3. carbon dioxide
4. water

(vii) Which structure in a leaf allows maximum absorption of carbon dioxide during photosynthesis?

1. Epidermis
2. Palisade layer
3. Stomata
4. Veins

(viii) Food preservation by heating milk to kill microorganisms is called

1. canning
2. pasteurization
3. drying
4. salting

(ix) The gas given off during photosynthesis is

1. carbon dioxide
2. nitrogen
3. oxygen
4. hydrogen

(x) Which of the following is a non-essential element for plant growth?

1. Iron
2. Sodium
3. Zinc
4. Boron

SECTION B (70 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

Match the items in LIST A (i–v) with the correct descriptions in LIST B (A–G). Write the correct letter beside each item.

3. Define the following terms:

1. Cell
2. Autotrophic nutrition
3. Photosynthesis
4. Food preservation
5. Biology laboratory

4. State five qualities of a good Biology laboratory.

5. List six essential mineral elements required by plants and state the function of any four of them.

6. (a) Write a word equation for photosynthesis.

(b) Name four factors necessary for photosynthesis to take place.

(c) Explain why chlorophyll is important in photosynthesis.

7. Describe four methods of food preservation and explain how each method prevents spoilage.

8.Draw and label a well-labelled diagram of a plant cell as seen under a light microscope (at least seven labels).

9.(a) Explain the role of stomata in photosynthesis.

(b) State three ways in which the structure of a leaf is adapted to photosynthesis.

SECTION C (15 Marks)

Answer only one questions in this section.

10. Explain five importance of photosynthesis to plants and animals.

11. “Food processing and preservation are important in maintaining food quality and safety.” Discuss this statement by giving five points.

OFISI YA WAZIRI MKUU TAWALA ZA MIKOA NA SERIKALI ZA MITAA

MTIHANI WA NUSU MUHULA - MACHI 2026

HISTORIA YA TANZANIA NA MAADILI KIDATO CHA PILI

 MUDA : Masaa 2:30 Machi 2026

MAELEKEZO

1. Upimaji huu una sehemu A, B na C zenye jumla ya maswali kumi (10).
2. Jibu maswali yote kwenye nafasi ulizopewa.
3. Sehemu A ina alama kumi na tano (15), sehemu B sabini (70) na sehemu C ina alama kumi na tano (15).
4. Andika majibu yote kwa kutumia kalamu yenye wino wa bluu au mweusi.
5. Vifaa vyote vya mawasiliano na vitu vingine visivyonuhusiwa havitakiwi katika chumba cha upimaji.
6. Andika Namba yako ya Upimaji katika kila ukurasa sehemu ya juu upande wa kulia.

SEHEMU A (Alama 15)

Jibu maswali yote katika sehemu hii.

1. Kwa kila moja ya vipengee (i)–(x), chagua jibu sahihi kutoka katika mapendekezo yaliyotolewa na andika herufi yake kwenye kisanduku kilichotolewa.

(i) Historia ya Tanzania ni mfululizo wa matukio ya 

1. kiuchumi, kisiasa, kiutamaduni na kijamii tangu zamani 
2. kiuchumi na kisiasa tu baada ya uhuru 
3. kidini pekee kabla ya ukoloni 
4. kiuchumi pekee wakati wa ukoloni

(ii) Maadili ya Kitanzania yanatokana na 

1. mila, desturi, sheria na kanuni za Jamii 
2. sheria za kigeni pekee 
3. maadili ya kikoloni tu 
4. sheria za kidini za kigeni pekee

(iii) Makundi makuu manne ya jamii za Kitanzania ni 

1. Wabantu, Wanilo, Wakushito na Wakichembe 
2. Wabantu, Wanyamwezi, Wachagga na Waha 
3. Wamasai, Wanyakyusa, Wasukuma na Wapare 
4. Wabantu, Wahehe, Wanyamwezi na Wakara

(iv) Moja ya athari za ukoloni katika maadili ya Kitanzania ni 

1. kuimarisha umoja wa jamii 
2. kuanzisha ubinafsi na ushindani badala ya ushirikiano 
3. kuimarisha umiliki wa pamoja wa ardhi 
4. kuheshimu viongozi wa jadi zaidi

(v) Ukoloni ulianza kwa nguvu kubwa nchini Tanganyika mwaka 

1. 1885 (Wajerumani) 
2. 1890 (Waingereza) 
3. 1961 (uhuru) 
4. 1964 (Muungano)

(vi) Sababu kuu ya ukoloni ilikuwa 

1. kutafuta masoko ya bidhaa za viwanda vya Ulaya 
2. kuleta elimu kwa Waafrika 
3. kueneza dini pekee 
4. kusaidia jamii za Kiafrika

(vii) Moja ya maadili yaliyoharibiwa na ukoloni ni 

1. umiliki wa pamoja wa ardhi 
2. ubinafsi na umiliki wa kibinafsi 
3. ushirikiano wa Jamii 
4. heshima kwa wazee

(viii) Jamii za Kitanzania zilipinga ukoloni kwa sababu 

1. walipenda utawala wa kigeni 
2. walipoteza uhuru, ardhi na maadili yao ya jadi 
3. walipata faida kubwa kiuchumi 
4. hawakupendezwa na elimu

(ix) Maadili ya Kitanzania yanachangia 

1. migogoro na ubaguzi 
2. mshikamano, amani na tabia njema 
3. utegemezi wa kigeni 
4. ubinafsi tu

(x) Ukoloni ulileta mfumo mpya wa maadili unaoitwa 

1. maadili ya kibepari na ubaguzi wa rangi 
2. maadili ya umoja na ushirikiano 
3. maadili ya jadi pekee 
4. maadili ya kidini tu

2. Oanisha vipengee kutoka ORODHA A na maelezo yanayolingana kutoka ORODHA B. ORODHA A ina vipengee vitano (i-v) vinavyohusu sababu kuu za ukoloni wa Kitanzania, na ORODHA B ina vipengee saba (A-G) vinavyotoa maelezo au mifano yanayohusiana.

 SEHEMU B (Alama 40)

Jibu maswali yote katika sehemu hii.

3. Eleza kwa ufupi maana ya maneno yafuatayo: 

1. Historia ya Tanzania 
2. Maadili 
3. Ukoloni 
4. Jamii 
5. Utamaduni

4. Toa mifano minne ya makundi ya jamii za Kitanzania na asili zao.

5. Eleza sababu nne kuu za kuanza kwa ukoloni nchini Tanganyika.

6. Eleza athari tano za ukoloni katika maadili ya jamii za Kitanzania.

7. Thibitisha kwa hoja tano kwamba ukoloni ulidhoofisha maadili ya umoja na ushirikiano wa jadi.

8. Eleza umuhimu wa maadili ya Kitanzania katika kujenga taifa lenye mshikamano (hoja tano).

SEHEMU C (Alama 45)

Jibu maswali yote katika sehemu hii.

9. Eleza jinsi ukoloni ulivyoharibu maadili ya umiliki wa pamoja na kuleta umiliki wa kibinafsi (hoja tano).

10. Jadili kwa nini ni muhimu kurudisha na kuimarisha maadili ya jadi ya Kitanzania katika enzi ya kisasa (hoja tano).

11. Toa hoja tano za jinsi historia ya Tanzania na maadili inavyoweza kusaidia katika kuzuia migogoro ya kikabila na kidini leo.

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

MID TERM EXAMINATION - MARCH 2026

BUSINESS STUDIES FORM TWO

TIME : 2:30 hours

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of nine (9) questions.
2. Answer all questions in the space provided.
3. Section A carries fifteen (15) marks, section B forty (40) marks and section C carries forty five (45) marks.
4. All writing must be in blue or black ink, except drawings which must be in pencil.
5. Communication devices, and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the assessment room.
6. Write your Assessment Number at the top right hand corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the items (i) – (x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided.

(i) A sole proprietorship is a business owned and managed by

1. two or more people
2. one person
3. the government
4. shareholders

(ii) The main advantage of a sole proprietorship is

1. limited liability
2. quick decision making
3. large capital
4. separation of ownership and management

(iii) Warehousing helps businesses mainly by

1. increasing production costs
2. stabilizing prices and ensuring continuous supply
3. reducing the quality of goods
4. eliminating middlemen completely

(iv) The process of transforming raw materials into finished goods is called

1. distribution
2. production
3. exchange
4. consumption

(v) Microfinance institutions mainly provide services to

1. large corporations
2. low-income individuals and small entrepreneurs
3. international companies
4. government departments

(vi) Entrepreneurship is best defined as

1. working for someone else
2. taking risks to organize factors of production to start and run a business
3. saving money in a bank
4. buying goods for resale only

(vii) One major challenge faced by sole proprietors is

1. unlimited liability
2. too many owners
3. difficult decision-making
4. separation of ownership and control

(viii) The main purpose of cooperatives is to

1. maximize profits for shareholders
2. improve the economic and social welfare of members
3. produce goods for export only
4. compete with large companies

(ix) Which of the following is NOT a factor of production?

1. Land
2. Labour
3. Capital
4. Profit

(x) The document that shows how a business will be started and operated is called

1. ledger
2. business plan
3. invoice
4. receipt.

2. Match the items in LIST A with the most appropriate description or reward in LIST B.

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

3. Define the following terms as used in Business Studies:

1. Sole proprietorship
2. Warehousing
3. Production
4. Microfinance (
5. Entrepreneurship

4. State five advantages of sole proprietorship.

5. Explain four importance of warehousing to businesses and the economy.

6. Differentiate between production and distribution (give four points).

SECTION C (45 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

7. (a) Explain the meaning of the term “business formation”.

(b) Outline five steps involved in forming a small business.

8. (a) State four factors of production.

(b) For each factor named in (a) above, give one example and explain its importance in a sole proprietorship business.

9. Juliana started a tailoring business named “Juliana Designs” as a sole proprietorship. She uses her personal savings as capital, makes all decisions alone, keeps all profits, and bears all losses.

(a) Identify the type of business ownership Juliana is using.

(b) State four advantages Juliana enjoys from this type of business.

(c) State three disadvantages Juliana faces.

(d) Suggest two ways Juliana can overcome one of the disadvantages you mentioned.

PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMNISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES

FORM TWO – MID TERM 1 EXAMINATION

GEOGRAPHY

 TIME : 2:00 hours March 2026

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
3. Section A and C carry fifteen (15) marks each and section B carries seventy (70) marks.
4. All writing must be in blue or black ink, except drawings which must be in pencil.
5. Communication devices and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the assessment room.
6. Write your Assessment Number at the top right corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the items (i)–(x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided.

(i) The word “Geography” is derived from two Greek words “geo” and “graphein” meaning

1. Earth and to write/describe
2. Land and to measure
3. Water and to draw
4. Sky and to study

(ii) The outermost layer of the internal structure of the Earth is called

1. mantle
2. core
3. crust
4. atmosphere

(iii) The layer of the atmosphere where weather phenomena occur is

1. stratosphere
2. troposphere
3. mesosphere
4. thermosphere

(iv) The percentage of the Earth’s surface covered by water is approximately

1. 29%
2. 50%
3. 71%
4. 90%

(v) A narrow strip of land joining two larger land masses is called

1. peninsula
2. isthmus
3. cape
4. gulf

(vi) The continent with the largest land area is

1. Africa
2. Asia
3. Australia
4. Antarctica

(vii) The deepest ocean trench in the world is found in the

1. Atlantic Ocean
2. Indian Ocean
3. Pacific Ocean
4. Arctic Ocean

(viii) The point on the Earth’s surface directly above the focus of an earthquake is called

1. epicentre
2. seismic centre
3. hypocentre
4. fault line

(ix) The instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure is

1. thermometer
2. barometer
3. hygrometer
4. anemometer

(x) The main reason for studying map reading is to

1. understand the location, distribution and interrelationship of features on the Earth’s surface
2. memorize all place names
3. draw pictures only
4. study weather only

SECTION B (70 Marks)

Answer All Questions

2. Match the items in LIST A with the correct description or property in LIST B. Note that there are more options in LIST B than in LIST A.

SECTION B (70 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section.

3. Define the following terms as used in Geography:

1. Geography 
2. Crust 
3. Hydrosphere 
4. Peninsula 
5. Isthmus

4. State five importance of studying Geography in secondary schools.

5. Describe the four main components of the external structure of the Earth.

6. (a) Name the seven continents of the world. 

(b) Give two characteristics of the continent of Africa.

7. With the aid of well-labelled diagrams, describe the internal structure of the Earth (three main layers).

8. Explain five ways in which map reading is important in everyday life.

9. (a) Draw a simple sketch map showing the position of Tanzania in relation to the Indian Ocean and major neighboring countries. 

(b) Label five features on your map.

SECTION C (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

10. “The interaction between the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere is very important for life on Earth.” Discuss this statement by giving five points.

THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE,  THE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM TWO MID TERM ASSESSMENT 

065 BUSINESS STUDIES

TIME: 2:30 MARCH, 2026 

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. This paper consists of section A, B and C with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all the questions in the space provided
3. Section A carry fifteen (15) marks, section B carry forty (40) marks and section C carry forty-five (45) marks.
4. All writings must be in black or blue ink except diagram which must be in pencil.
5. Communication device and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the assessment room.
6. Write your Assessment NAME at the right corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the item (i)- (x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided below.

(i) Organization owned and operated by people with similar needs are called……...

1. Microfinance 
2. Corporation 
3. Enterprise
4. Cooperative

(ii) Keeping aside part of personal earnings for future use refers to ……….

1. Debt 
2. Saving 
3. Serving
4. Loan

(iii) Borrowing funds from institutions with the agreement of repaying them with interest over a specific time refers to ……….

1. Financial business 
2. Raising fund 
3. Loan
4. Deferred payment

(iv) The process of making payment for purchased products at a later date refers …….

1. Purchases 
2. Borrowing 
3. Deferred payment
4. Cash payment

(v) Ms. Zainabu always cooks food for her family. What type of production does she engage in?

1. Food production 
2. Direct production 
3. Domestic production
4. Indirect production

(vi) Juma buys bread daily for his family. In this case, Juma is acting as a:

1. Distributor 
2. Retailer 
3. Manufacturer
4. Consumer

(vii) A family spends money on clothing, housing, water and holiday. Which of the following is NOT a basic consumer need?

1. Clothing 
2. Housing 
3. Holiday
4. Water

(viii) A carpenter is making tables. He has wood, nails and tools. He also has customers. Which of the following is NOT an input for production?

1. Capital 
2. Land 
3. Consumer
4. Labour

(ix) Neema grows maize for maize for sale while her cousin helps her grandmother with farm work without payment. Which activity is NOT considered as a business?

1. Running a grocery shop.
2. Selling maize at the market.
3. Helping grandmother without pay.
4. Providing transport service.

(x) Naathan starts a small activity where she buys used clothes and sells them at a profit. Which of the following best describes what Naathan is doing?

1. Consumption 
2. Business 
3. Production
4. Scarcity

Answers

2. Match the items from LIST A with those in LIST B by writing the letter of a correct option beside the corresponding item number in the table provided.

Answers

SECTION B (40 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section

3. Differentiate the following basic terms used in business studies.

1. Skilled labour and Unskilled labour.
2. Goods and services
3. Business and Business studies.
4. Sales Day book and Purchases Day book.
5. Sole proprietorship and Entrepreneurship

4. Jamila wants to open a small shop. With reasons, advise her on the categories of goods can sell. Five (05) points.

5. Assume you are doing a business groundnuts in your locality. You have reached a point where you have more customers than what you sell. Describe ways you may use to finance your business. Five (05) points.

6. Bunigonzi co-operative shop made the following Purchases during the month of January 2026.

• Jan 1, Bought from RTC Mbogwe 100bags of Rice @ 5,000 and 50 bags of sugar @7,000.
• Jan 5, Bought from Mangi Ltd 10 boxes of cooking oil fat@ 3,000 and pairs of Sandal @2,000.
• Jan 10, Bought from Moshi Traders 20 pairs of bed sheet@7,000 and 50 shirts@ 3,000.

REQUIRED: Prepare Bought Journal from the above transaction.

SECTION C (45 MARKS)

Answer all question in this section.

7. Based on the challenges faced by sole proprietorship in your local community, choose any business which you can establish and write a project to propose creative six (06) ways or solutions to address the challenges you might encounter.

8. Ms. Johari plans to establish a small business with projected operating expenses of Tshs 700,000/= for the year and revenues from sales of Tshs. 1,000,000/= for one year.

1. What will be the profit or loss?
2. If the business earns Tshs. 200,000, what will its profits or loss be?

9. Mrs Naniah inherited her late brother’s warehouse. However, she is worried that she will not be able to operate it because she is unaware of all activities conducted in a warehouse. So, Mrs Naniah decided to hire an assistant to help her in running the warehouse. As Mrs Naniah.

PRESIDENT’S OFFICE

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES

FORM TWO MID TERM EXAMINATION

COMMERCE                                                                  

TIME: 2.30 HRS                                                                                                                    MARCH 2025

Instructions

1. This paper consists of section A, B and C with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer ALL questions.
3. All writing must be in blue or black ink.
4. Write your examination number at the top corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 Marks)

(Answer ALL questions in this section)

1. For each of the items (i)-(x) choose the correct answer among the given alternatives and write its letter in the space provided.

1.            Which one is an example of constructive industry?

1. Fishing
2. Lumbering
3. Road making
4. Cotton spinning

2.          Mrs. masalu is house wife prepared a fresh fruit juice for her kid’s consumption. In which type of production does the activity done by Mrs. masalu be grouped?

1. Primary production
2. Tertiary production
3. Direct production
4. Personal services

3.        Which factor of production is characterized by value appreciation?

1. Capital
2. Land
3. Labour
4.  

4.        Which set presents large scale retailers?

1. Mobile shops, multiple shops and single shops
2. Super market, tied shops and mobile shops.
3. Multiple shops, super markets and mail order shops.
4. Tied shops, mail order shops and super markets.

5.          Why elimination of wholesalers from the channel of distribution does not affect the flow of goods from manufacturer to the final consumer.

1. The wholesaler  performs the only selling function
2. All goods involved in the channel of distribution are branded.
3. In regardless of the financial position manufacturer can sell direct to final user.
4. The wholesalers functions can be performed by other agents.

6.        The following are the roles of entrepreneurship economic development EXCEPT.

1. Creation of friendship among the countries
2. Creation of employment opportunities
3. Improvement of people’s living standard
4. Improvement in per capital income

7.      Which among the following is NOT a benefit of self-employment?

1. Financial rewards
2. Few hours of work
3. Independence
4. Wrong decision making

8.    A petrol station which sells petrol and diesel obtained from the same producer are examples of:

1. Tied shops
2. Departmental store
3. Single shop
4. Mobile shop

9.        Which among the following is a drawback of the barter system?

1. A measure of value
2. Poor communication
3. Indivisibility of some commodities
4. Ignorance

10.          A businessman who buys goods outside the country is called:-

1. Exporter
2. Importer
3. Trader
4. Foreigner

2. Match the description of the types of retailers in LIST A with the appropriate types in LIST B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the corresponding item number in the table provided.

SECTION B (70 marks)

Answer all questions in this section

3. suppose you’re a commerce teacher, in your school students refuse to take business studies. By using five points briefly encourage your students to study commerce.
4. Mr. masunga a wholesaler at Ngulyati, he is buying goods in large quantities from manufactures and selling them in relatively small quantities to retailers in their area. Briefly explain five (5) services offered by Mr. Masunga to their customers.
5. Differentiate the following commercial terms.

1. Commerce and business
2. Goods and services
3. Factors mercantile agents and brokers mercantile gents
4. Deferred payment and hire purchases
5. Employment and self employment

6.    Minza is a small scale farmer in your area who plant maize, cotton and sunflower in a piece of land. Give him five advantages if she will decide concentrating to produce maize only?

7.   JB is among a successful entrepreneurer in Bariadi who is dealing with different business activities such as petrol stations etc. In reference to JB give out their contributions to the economy. (five points)

8.   Simiyu Regional Commissioner, prepare sports and games “bonanza” at Bariadi sec. school for the aim of collecting money for physical exercise and fitness to reduce non-communicable diseases. Due to that occasion, briefly explain five business opportunities may raise there.

9.   In Tanzania there is many local traders, whom their business does not expand and contributions to the national economy it still low. What are the problems faces them. (Five points)

SECTION C (15 marks)

Attempt this question

10. Explain five importance of warehousing to the businessman.

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES

GEOGRAPHY FORM TWO-MID TERM-EXAMINATION

COMPETENCE BASED SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES

MARCH-APRIL-2025

INSTRUCTIONS

1.     This paper consists of three(3) sections A, B and C with a total of ten (10) questions
2.     Section A carries fifteen (15) marks, section B seventy (70) marks and section C fifteen (15) marks.
3.    Answer ALL questions in all sections
4.    Write your names and stream on the top center in every page of your examination
5.    ALL answers should appear in this question paper in the space provided.

SECTION A

1. For each of the items (i)-(x) choose the correct answer from among the given alternative and write its letter besides the item number in the answer booklet provided. (@1mark=10 marks)

i. Most of African societies are famous in moving with their livestock in search for water and pasture. Which among of the following are the examples of pastoralists’ societies in East Africa?

1.   Ngoni, Sukuma and Maasai 
2.    Sangu, Kwavi and Hehe
3.    Sukuma, Gogo and Nyamwezi
4.   Maasai, Barbaig amajong

ii. The following below is the general term which refers to all things that attract tourists such as national parks, museums, good infrastructure and historical site?

1.   Tourism areas 
2.   Tourism
3.    Tourists
4.   Tourism honey pot

iii. The keeping of livestock in Australia is mostly done in ranches where small pieces of land are prepared so as the livestock can be fed systematically to avoid overgrazing. These pieces of land prepared are commonly known as ..

1.   Paddocks
2.   Paddies
3.   Ranch
4.   Sheds

iv. Teaching is one of the examples of human activities that are performed in Tanzania by teachers. What kind of human activity performed by these people?

1.    Primary activity
2.    Tertiary activity
3.    Secondary activity
4.  Quaternary activity

v. The announcements about the trend of Covid 19 were announced in USA 56oW at 02:00p.m. At what longitude did Tanzanians supposed to listen the announcements if it was 08:24 p.m?

1.   96oW
2.   152oE
3.   40oE
4.  152oW

vi. Places in the East of Greenwich experience sun rise before places in the West because earth .

1.   Rotates from east to west
2.   Rotates from west to east 
3.    Is very far from the sun
4.  Is very close to the sun

vii) The following are the measures to improve small scale agriculture in Tanzania except

1.   Establishing of cooperatives that can assist farmers
2.   Provision of soft loans for improved investment in agriculture
3.   Encouraging farmers to adopt plantation agriculture in rural areas
4.   Educating farmers on good farming techniques

viii. One of the form four students was wondering what causes the seasons of the year, you as a form one class who has been taught the causes of the seasons. What are the two causes would you explain to this student?

1.   Rotation and revolution
2.   Revolution and earth’s orbit of the earth’s axis
3.   Rotation and inclination of the earth’s axis
4.   Revolution and inclination

ix. Kigogo had a map which had lines on it joining various places with the same amount of clouds. The name of lines on Kigogo’s map are geographically called:

1.   Isonephs
2.    Isotherms 
3.   Isokinetics
4.   Isobars.

x. The sun appears overhead at the equator twice a year 21st march and 21st June. These periods are commonly known as

1.   Summer and winter equinoxes
2.   Spring and summer equinoxes
3.   Spring and autumn equinoxes
4.  Winter and spring equinoxes

2. Match the following geographical events in LIST A with their corresponding dates in LIST B by writing the Letter of correspondence item in the box provided below (@1mark=5marks)

SECTION B 70 MARKS

Answer ALL questions in this section

3. Mr. Mabala had a farm, but he always used to cultivate maize. As time went on he wondered why the harvests were decreasing without knowing that monoculture was the problem. You as a form two student who knows different proper methods of farming, Piefly explain to him with five (5) of them so that he can continue having high production. (@2marks=10marks)

4. Carefully study the map extract of KILACHA HILL and answer the questions that follow

1.          Calculate the area covered by rice farm in KM2 given that the side of one is 2 centimeters ( 4marks)
2.           Mention two essentials that have been applied to draw that sketch map above (each 1 mark=2marks)
3.          Find the bearing and direction of grid reference 620500 from 650550 (2marks)
4.          Mention two (2) methods that can be used to locate position on the given sketch map. (2marks)

5. The process whereby water is transferred from the land to the air through plant roots and leaves vary from one place to another depends on the number of factors. You as an expert of this circumstance, briefly explain five (5) of them. 

6. Always the oceanic floor is not uniform, it tends to vary from one place to another as it has different features. With this regard, draw a well labeled structure of the oceanic floor and indicate all eight (8) parts. (A good structure will weigh 2marks and well labeling, each 1mark=8marks)=10marks

7. (a) The establishment of an industry in a certain area depends on different issues. What makes different industries in Tanzania to be located where they are? Mention five (5) points.

(b) Minerals are useful in the growth of any country’s economy. List five (5) points to show how mining industries contribute to the economy of Tanzania.

8. (a) Convert the following scales according to the instructions given

1.          “One centimeter on the map represents two and half a kilometer on the ground”. Convert this scale into Representative fraction (R.F.) scale.
2.          1:100000. Convert into statement scale.
3.           1:50000. Convert into statement scale.

(b) State the compass direction for each of the following compass bearings.

1.          280º ..
2.          135º ..
3.           45º ....

(c) How can the positions of objects be shown in any topographical map? Mention four(4) points.

9. Carefully study the data below and answer the questions that follow  J

i. Calculate the total rainfall of the last six months of the given data (1 mark)

ii. Change the temperature range of the given data into degrees Fahrenheit (3 marks)

iii. Calculate the mean temperature of the given data (2 marks)

iv. With two reasons, identify the type of climate of the given data. (3marks)

Reasons

v. Mention two crops that may grow in the mentioned type of climate in 9(iv) above (each

SECTION C 15 MARKS

Answer the question given

10. The responsibility of fetching water in most Tanzanian societies is a cultural and gender-related activity in terms of who is responsible for fetching water and carrying it from the sources as it is for women and children especially girls. They travel a long distance to fetch water for domestic uses where they encountered with different problems. With six (6) points justify the truth of the statement.