2026 Grade 10 Media Technology Mid Term 2 Exam with Marking Scheme

This paper covers the following topics:

• Section A
  • Media Technology — definition, distinguishing traditional vs. new media, roles in modern Kenyan society
  • Print media formats — identifying formats (newspaper, magazine, poster, brochure, flyer)
  • DSLR camera — identifying labeled parts, function of camera components (sensor), stabilization accessory (tripod), prime vs. zoom lens
  • Media production personnel — matching camera operator, scriptwriter, video editor, sound engineer, and director to their responsibilities
  • Media production phases — ordering pre-production, production, and post-production; steps in pre-production; classifying activities (exporting, filming, setting up equipment, color grading)
• Section B
  • TV talk show production — research aspects for a production, script format identification and completion, role of the production manager, importance of pitching
  • Photography — identifying genres (photojournalism, portraiture), camera accessory for landscape shots, differences between photojournalism and portraiture, storytelling functions of photographs in newspapers
  • Live news production — identifying safety hazards, camera personnel roles, distinguishing grip and lighting personnel
  • Post-production — video editing software (Adobe Premiere), steps in post-production, importance of archiving, importing vs. exporting video.
• Total Marks: 80 (Section A: 30 marks; Section B: 50 marks)
• Structure:
  • Section A (30 marks) — Short-answer questions; all compulsory
  • Section B (50 marks) — Extended-response questions; all compulsory
• Format: Ms Word