Literature-In-English Paper 3 WASSCE (SC), 2020

Candidate's Weakness

     

    The Chief Examiners reported the following as some of the weaknesses of the candidates:

    • Inadequate knowledge of the set texts;
    • Illegible handwriting;
    • Inability to make references to texts;
    • Poor knowledge of literary appreciation;
    • Wrong interpretation of questions;
    • Writing of Irrelevancies;
    • Inability to write good English;
    • Poor expression;
    • Lack of originality in answers given.


    Suggested Remedies

     

    To remedy the observed weaknesses, the Chief Examiners suggested that:

    • Candidates should buy and read the set texts.
    • Candidates should not depend on key points and summary notes.
    • Candidates should make references to the set texts.
    • Candidates should ensure that their handwritings are readable.
    • Candidates should read the questions and make sure they understand what is required of them before answering the questions.
    • Qualified teachers should be employed to teach Literature-In-English.
    • Teachers should attend workshops and seminars occasionally to acquaint themselves with the demands of the subject.