Q[1] Read The Paragraph Given Below And Answer the questions ....... ANY FIVE[5 marks]
Mountains have always been held in great awe by mankind. They have been a challenge to
humans. Those brave among us have always wanted to conquer them. You see, the more
incredible the mountains, the greater the thrill – a challenge to the bravery of the human race.
Climbing mountains is an experience that is hard to put into words. You are in a beautiful
environment and, when you reach the top, you feel incredible. But you also have to climb down,
which is when most accidents happen – people are tired, it gets dark, it’s harder. So, mountain
climbing is undoubtedly one of the most popular adventure sports along with being challenging
and risky for the climber
Without any perceived risk, there can’t be a feeling that any significant challenge has been
surmounted. Fair, but we have to bear in mind that mountaineering is not a sport that can be
embraced without preparation. The enthusiasts must develop in themselves the spirit of
adventure, willingness to undertake hardships and risks, extraordinary powers of perseverance,
endurance, and keenness of purpose before climbing a mountain. They should also know how to
handle the mountaineering equipment. Then comes the penance of the rigorous training. This
could very well be the lifeline up there. It helps inculcate and hone survival instincts that allow the
climber to negotiate perilous situations. There are numerous institutes in India and abroad that
offer such training.
1. Can you describe a time when you faced a significant challenge or obstacle in your life, and how did you approach it?
2. What motivates you to take on challenging and risky activities like mountain climbing?
3. How do you prepare yourself mentally and physically for a demanding adventure sport like mountain climbing?
4. Can you discuss an instance when your perseverance and endurance were put to the test during a challenging climb? How did you overcome it?
5. In your opinion, what qualities and skills are essential for someone to become a successful mountaineer?
6. Have you ever had to make a split-second decision while climbing a mountain that affected your safety? How did you handle it?
QUESTION [2] READ THE PARAGRAPH BELOW AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS GIVEN BELOW [ANY FIVE]............. 5 MARKS
The North-East of India is a melting pot of variegated cultural mosaic of people and races, an
ethnic tapestry of many hues and shades. Yet, these states are lesser explored as compared to the
rest of the country. The new generations of travelers who are ‘money rich and time poor’ are
increasingly looking for unique experiences --a phenomenon being called the emergence of the
‘experience economy’. For this new and growing breed of tourists, the North-East with its variety
and uniqueness holds immense attraction.
A study conducted in 2020 by Dr. Sherap Bhutia, revealed that the foreign tourist arrival in the
North-East increased from 37,380 persons in 2005 to 118,552 in 2014. The overall growth rate of
tourist (both domestic and foreign) in the North-East was as high as 26.44% during 2005-06. A2
high and positive growth of 12.53% was registered in foreign tourist visits to North-East States of
India during 2012 from 2011, which further rose to register a growth of 27.93% during 2013 from
2012. Foreign tourist arrivals in the North-East witnessed a growth of 39.77% during 2014 from
2013, according to data provided from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
The study recommendations for tourism planners included the need to concentrate on some key
areas like enhancement of tourist facilities, tourism financing, focus on community involvement
and others for the formulation of a sustainable tourism strategy in the North-East States of India.
1. What are the key factors that make the North-East of India an attractive destination for travelers seeking unique experiences in the emerging 'experience economy'?
2. Based on the statistics provided in the paragraph, can you analyze the trends in foreign tourist arrivals in the North-East of India over the years? What factors do you think contributed to the significant growth in tourist visits?
3. According to Dr. Sherap Bhutia's study, what were the specific recommendations for tourism planners to develop a sustainable tourism strategy in the North-East States of India? How do you think these recommendations align with the region's unique cultural diversity?
4. How would you assess the impact of the 'money rich and time poor' traveler demographic on the tourism industry in the North-East? What strategies could be employed to cater to the needs of this specific group of tourists?
5. In your opinion, what role does community involvement play in the development of sustainable tourism in the North-East of India, as suggested in the study? Can you provide examples of successful community-based tourism initiatives?
6. Considering the growth rates mentioned in the paragraph, how might the tourism landscape in the North-East evolve in the coming years? What challenges and opportunities could arise for the tourism industry in this region ?
SECTION B [WRITNG AND GRAMMAR ]
[2] Select the correct option to fill in the blank for the given line, from a health
magazine.
The advertisement read, ‘If you smoke, statistically your story end 15% before
it should’
.
A. must
B. should
C. will
D. ought to
[3] Identify the error on a shop’s hoarding and supply the correction, for the following
sales offer:
[Gumnaam & Daughters Pvt. Ltd. Bindapur, Jharkhand
'Massive discount for all senior citizen vaccinated with the precautionary dose.'
Use the given format for your response.
error correction
[4] Read the following excerpt from an online post of a website on educational practices......[2 marks]
Kids who appreciate how much effort, time and care goes into growing food will
understand how important farmers are, and why it's important to take care of our
Earth. In the world of today, gardening needs to be given more importance than sports,
music and dance in all schools because it creates environmental stewards and outdoor
learning laboratories that help the child and community for years to come.
Write a paragraph in 100-120 words to analyze the given argument.
You could think about what alternative explanations might weaken the given
conclusion and include rationale / evidence that would strengthen / counter the given
argument.
[5] You are Sunidhi Prakash, the Vice Captain of Brilliant Vidyalaya, Barra, Kanpur. You
have recently noticed several posters around your school premises conveying a
hazardous message:
Lose weight in just a month!
“A WONDER DIET comes to your rescue …
A privilege available for only a few!”
Write a letter to the Editor of The DWA, in not more than 120 words, drawing attention
towards harm caused by such advertising. Propose the implementation of “Wholesome
Lunch Month’ in schools as an idea to address such practices, mention the advantages
and share suggestions to foster healthy eating routines and develop positive body image
among youngsters.
SECTION [C] LETRATURE [Each Question Carries 1 mark]
[6] ‘Honour among thieves’ is considered a popular code.
Examine A Question of Trust as a story woven around this code
[7] Explain why the poet personally holds the conviction that the world will primarily end in
fire?
[8] Validate the given statement with reference to baby seagull’s fear.
‘Fear doesn’t exist anywhere else other than one’s mind.’
[9] Dr. Herriot knew his patients as well as their owners really well. Discuss
[10] State one likely reason the writer of The Midnight Visitor chose to characterise Ausable
as short and fat.
OR
Validate the importance of small, fun learning tasks towards successful careers, in the
context of Richard Ebright in The Making of a Scientist.
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