This question was very straightforward and popular among the candidates. They demonstrated proper understanding of the question and some of those who attempted it performed excellently. The process of pot making in pre-colonial times was adequately explained by the candidates but some jumbled the points together. The second aspect of the question was also brilliantly answered as candidates properly explained the uses of pottery in pre-colonial times. Candidates were expected to explain the following points in order to score good marks:
(a)(i) collect clay
(ii) break the clay into pieces;
(iii) add water to the clay;
(iv) soak the mixture for a day;
(v) sieve to remove impurities and drain the water;
(vi) kneed and model the shape;
(vii) allow to dry and then fire.
(b) (i)pots were used for fetching water;
(ii) pots were used for storage;
(iii) for cooking;
(iv) used as plates and bowls;
(v) they were used for ritual purposes.
