Exam Papers
Past papers and practice materials for exam preparation
UNZA - Molecular Biology Final Exam Paper 2018 (2)
Get ready for your exams with the official 2017/18 Molecular Biology final paper from the University of Zambia's School of Health Sciences. This BSc Biomedical Sciences assessment for third-year students covers essential topics like genetic code application, PCR techniques, and bacterial transformation. The paper is divided into two sections: Section A tests core skills with problems on codon tables, primer melting temperatures, and buffer preparation, while Section B challenges students with advanced questions on genome annotation, DNA replication fidelity, and comparative genomics. An invaluable resource for UNZA students and educators, this past paper provides a realistic look at exam structure and the key concepts needed to succeed.
UNZA - Molecular Biology Final Exam Paper 2018
Review the official 2017/18 final examination for BSc Biomedical Sciences students at the University of Zambia (UNZA). This Molecular Biology (BMS 3225) paper from October 2018 tests core concepts through practical problems and advanced theory. It features a complete Section A, requiring students to complete genetic code tables, perform PCR primer calculations, and explain Griffith's transformation experiment. Section B covers deeper topics like genome annotation, DNA replication fidelity, and comparative genomics. This is an essential resource for UNZA students preparing for exams and educators seeking authentic assessment material in molecular biology.
UNZA - General Pathology Final Exam Paper (MCQs)
Ace your studies with this General Pathology multiple-choice question (MCQ) paper from the University of Zambia. This comprehensive exam tests core concepts for health sciences students, featuring 100 true/false questions that cover essential topics in cellular adaptation and injury. Key areas include hypertrophy, atrophy, hyperplasia, and metaplasia, alongside detailed questions on necrosis, inflammation, and wound healing. It also explores systemic pathology concepts like neoplasms, hypersensitivity, and autosomal disorders. Perfect for UNZA students reviewing for finals or educators seeking a robust question bank, this resource provides a thorough review of fundamental pathological principles and their clinical significance.
LAMU - Introductory Biology Supplementary Exam January 2016
Prepare for your supplementary exams with this Introductory Biology paper from Lusaka Apex Medical University's January 2016 session. Covering Cells and Biomolecules, this comprehensive test features 50 multiple-choice questions on cell structure, DNA/RNA differences, enzyme kinetics, and membrane transport. The structured section includes true/false questions on cell division, biomolecule formation tables, and detailed diagrams of cell cycles and hydrogen bonding. With practical questions on microscope analysis and nutritional implications of biomolecules, this resource is ideal for LAMU students reviewing fundamental biological concepts and preparing for deferred or supplementary assessments in pre-medical studies.
UNZA - General and Systemic Pathology Test IV (2014-15)
Master systemic pathology with this Theory Test IV from the University of Zambia's School of Medicine. Designed for third-year BSc Biomedical Sciences students, this 2014-15 assessment covers renal, neurological, dermatological, and musculoskeletal pathologies. The exam features a multiple-choice section on conditions like polycystic kidney disease and prion diseases, short essay questions comparing nephrotic and nephritic syndromes, and long essays on osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease. Ideal for UNZA students reviewing key diagnostic criteria and disease mechanisms, this test provides a comprehensive review of systemic pathology essential for clinical and laboratory applications.
2014-ECZ-GRADE-12-ENGLISH LANGUAGE P2
Master the skills needed for the Grade 12 English Language exam with this official ECZ past paper from 2014. This paper is an essential tool for any student preparing for the School Certificate examination, providing a clear model of the question formats and the level of difficulty to expect. The paper is divided into three core sections that test different language abilities. The first is a summary question based on an informative passage about the causes and prevention of high blood pressure (hypertension), challenging you to condense complex information clearly and concisely. The second section is a comprehension exercise that explores the hidden meanings and social significance of the clothes we wear, with a particular focus on the ongoing debate surrounding school uniforms. This part tests your ability to infer meaning, analyse arguments, and understand vocabulary in context through a series of multiple-choice questions. The final section tests your command of English grammar and vocabulary. It includes sentence transformation exercises, where you must rewrite sentences without changing their meaning, and a vocabulary test that focuses on commonly confused words like 'lend' and 'borrow', 'practice' and 'practise', or 'stationery' and 'stationary'. Working through this paper is the perfect way to hone your summary writing, critical reading, and precision in language use for the ECZ O-Level exam.