GCE O Level Tamil (3226) Past Papers

The GCE O Level Tamil (3226) exam is designed to assess students’ proficiency in Tamil through composition writing, translation, and reading comprehension. This subject, offered by Cambridge, tests students on their ability to communicate effectively in written Tamil and interpret texts accurately.

GCE O Level Tamil (3226) Past Papers 2017- 2022

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GCE O Level Tamil (3226) Exam Structure

The exam consists of two papers, each focusing on different language skills:

 Paper 1: Composition

 Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Marks: 45
Weightage: 45%
Structure:

  • Section A: (15 marks) Write one composition of about 120 words from a choice of three topics.
  • Section B: (30 marks) Write one essay of about 200 words from a choice of four topics.

 Types of writing tasks:
Letter writing – Formal or informal letters.
Report or speech – Descriptive and analytical writing.
Dialogue writing – Conversations between two or more characters.
Narrative essay – Storytelling based on a given topic.
Descriptive essay – Describing a scene, person, or experience.
Argumentative essay – Presenting arguments for or against a topic.

 Develop strong grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure to improve writing quality.

 Paper 2: Translation and Reading Comprehension

 Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Marks: 55
Weightage: 55%
Structure:

  • Section A: Translation (30 marks)
    • Translate a passage from Tamil to English (10 marks).
    • Translate a passage from English to Tamil (20 marks).
  • Section B: Reading Comprehension (25 marks)
    • Answer questions based on a set passage.

 Skills Tested:
✔️ Accurate translation – Understanding sentence structure and context.
✔️ Grammar and vocabulary – Choosing correct words and phrasing.
✔️ Reading comprehension – Identifying key points, summarizing ideas, and inferring meaning.

 Regularly read Tamil newspapers, short stories, and essays to enhance translation and comprehension skills.

Prepare for the GCE O Level Tamil (3226) Exam Using Past Papers

 Practice Writing – Answer past paper questions within the time limit.
Improve Vocabulary – Learn new words and phrases in Tamil and English.
Analyze Marking Schemes – Understand examiner expectations for each section.
Master Translation Techniques – Practice sentence construction and meaning accuracy.
Enhance Comprehension Skills – Read Tamil literature, news, and academic texts.

Prepare Your Tamil Exam!

Success in GCE O Level Tamil (3226) depends on strong writing, translation, and reading skills. Using our past papers, you can refine your techniques, strengthen your language proficiency, and develop effective exam strategies.

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