KCSE Imaginative Composition Samples
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2022
(a) Write a story beginning: When I arrived home, I found a crowd gathered in our compound. Everyone seemed happy.
(b) Write a composition explaining how discipline in school can be improved.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2021
a) Write a story ending:
I eventually realized how important it is to live peacefully with our neighbours.
b) Write a composition explaining what can be done to reduce crime in Kenya.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2020
a) Write a story ending: That is when I realised that a genuine friend is one who walks in when the rest walk out on you.
b) Write a composition explaining how we can conserve our forests.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2019
(a) Write a story beginning with the following sentence: I was mistaken to have thought that the night would be like other peaceful nights.
(b) Write a composition on the advantages and disadvantages of the internet.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2018
(a) Write a composition beginning: I wondered why the principal had summoned me.
(b) Describe the estate or village you live in.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2017
(a) Write a story that includes the following: a wallet, a letter and a reward.
(b) Write a composition on the effects of corruption on development, and explain what the Government of Kenya can do to end it.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2016
(a) Write a story to illustrate the saying: "The early bird catches the worm."
(b) Write a story beginning: I regretted ever having had Riziki for a friend.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2015
(a) Write a story to illustrate: "You reap what you sow".
(b) Write a composition explaining what should be done to reduce indiscipline in schools.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2014
(a) Write a story beginning with: When we arrived at the crime scene ...
(b) Write a story to illustrate the saying: Charity begins at home.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2013
(a) Write a story to illustrate the saying. "A stitch in time saves nine."
(b) Write a story ending with: ... this is when I realised that it is noble to have and keep friends.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2012
(a) Write a story to illustrate the saying: “People who live in glass houses should not throw stones.”
(b) Write a story ending with: If I had a second chance, I would be wiser.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2011
(a) "Both boys and girls have equal rights to their parents' inheritance." Write a composition, supporting or opposing this statement.
(b) Imagine that a friend has invited you to an occasion. Initially you were reluctant to attend but a sibling persuaded you to go and you really enjoyed yourself. Describe what the occasion was and why you felt so fulfilled.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2010
(a) Write a composition illustrating the fact that crime does not pay.
(b) Write a composition explaining how young people can overcome tribalism in Kenya.
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2009
(a) Write a composition to illustrate the saying: “Truth will always set you free”.
(b) Write a story beginning: The birds had already started their morning songs, and here I was wondering whether...
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2008
(a) Write a composition illustrating the saying: “Honesty is the best policy”
(b) Write a story beginning: I had never found myself in such a situation before...
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2007
(a) Write a composition beginning with the following sentence: When I left home that bright Sunday afternoon, I did not realize that the events of the next few days would completely change my life.
(b) Write a story to illustrate the saying: “Experience is the best teacher.”
KCSE ENGLISH PAPER 3 2006
(a) Write a composition ending with the words: “It then dawned on me that perhaps this is why I had been born.”
(b) Write a composition agreeing or disagreeing with the statement, “A good name is better than riches.”