Note Q1 And 2 Of 10 marks each , Remaining questions carry 5 marks each .Whole Marks will be reduced to 10
SECTION A [READING]Read The Paragraph and answer the question given below [ any five]
Learning the English language offers numerous advantages in today's globalized world. Firstly, it opens up a world of opportunities for communication and collaboration. English is the lingua franca of business, science, and international diplomacy, making it essential for global professionals. Secondly, it enhances access to information, as a significant portion of the internet's content is in English. Additionally, it promotes cultural understanding by allowing individuals to engage with diverse perspectives through literature, media, and conversation. Moreover, English proficiency can boost employability and career prospects, as many multinational companies require it. Furthermore, it fosters personal growth, improving cognitive skills and enhancing one's adaptability. In conclusion, mastering English is an invaluable asset in our interconnected world.
Competency-Based Questions:
1. Can you describe a situation where your English language skills positively impacted your career or professional development?
2. How do you stay updated with the latest information and trends in your field through the use of English-language resources?
3. Have you ever encountered a cultural misunderstanding due to language differences, and how did you handle it?
4. Could you share an experience where your proficiency in English enabled you to connect with people from diverse backgrounds?
5. In what ways has learning English improved your ability to adapt to new situations or challenges in your personal life?
6. Can you provide an example of how English language proficiency has contributed to your problem-solving abilities in a professional context?
READ THE PASSAGE GIVEN BELOW AND ANSWER ANY FIVE
The successful launch and execution of India's Chandrayaan-3 project marks a significant achievement in the nation's space exploration endeavors. Chandrayaan-3, the third lunar mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), demonstrated India's prowess in space technology. This mission aimed to further study the Moon's surface, especially its south polar region, building upon the findings of its predecessors, Chandrayaan-1 and Chandrayaan-2. The mission's success is a testament to India's growing capabilities in the field of space research and its commitment to scientific exploration beyond Earth. It showcases ISRO's dedication to pushing the boundaries of space science and technology.
Competency-Based Questions:
[7]Can you describe the primary objectives of the Chandrayaan-3 mission and how it differed from its predecessors?
[8]What technological advancements did India's space agency, ISRO, implement in Chandrayaan-3 to ensure its success?
[9]How does the Chandrayaan-3 mission contribute to our understanding of the Moon's south polar region and its significance in lunar exploration?
[10] What are the potential scientific and practical applications of the data and findings obtained from the Chandrayaan-3 mission?
[11]How has India's success in lunar exploration through Chandrayaan missions influenced its position in the global space community and collaborations with other space agencies?
OR
Can you discuss any challenges or setbacks faced during the Chandrayaan-3 project and how ISRO overcame them to achieve success?
SECTION B [GRAMMAR AND WRITING ]
12. Rearrange the following words and phrases to form meaningful sentences. Write your answers neatly in your answer sheet. The first one has been done as an example.
(1x3 = 3 marks)
Example: biggest/ greater/ is /the/ Australia’s/ gliding/ glider/ possum
The greater glider is Australia’s biggest gliding possum.
a. one/ length/ it/ up/ measures/ to/ metre/ approximately/ in
b. eucalyptus/ animals/ are/ diet/ of/ solitary/ whose/ gliders/ consists/ primarily/ greater/ leaves
c. are/ in/ rest/ the/ during/ gliders/ the/ they/ tall trees/ in/ nocturnal/ and/ day/ hollows
[13] Thousands of kids across the country are making fast foods a staple of their daily lives at the expense of the nutritious food they need if they are to have healthy futures. The matter has taken a serious turn as the intake of junk food coupled with lack of exercise is leading to obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and heart problems at an early age. Look at the visual given above and write an article on the Growing Junk Food Menace In India in about 120 words.
[14] Your class teacher has given you project work on ' My Dictionary of class 9th. Write a paragraph on advantages of having good vocabulary at this stage. Also Write " HOW YOU ARE GOING TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT'.
SECTION C LITERATURE
15. Answer any three of the following questions in 30-40 words each
(2x3 = 6 marks)
1. How did Tommy describe the old kind of teachers?
2. Why does the world remember Einstein as a “world citizen”?
3. Why was Kezia afraid of her father?
4. For Evelyn music is a mission. Name the various places and causes for which she performs.
Q 16 Answer ONE out of two of the following questions in about 80 words.
(5 marks)
Describe the doctor’s plight when he saw the snake
Or
How did Kezia’s feelings towards her father change?
Q 17 Answer ONE out of two of the following questions in about 80 words.
(4 marks)
Why were the leaden heart and the dead bird the two most precious things in the city?
Or
How did the guru and his disciple become the King and minister of the kingdom?
Q18. Answer any two of the following questions in 40-50 words each
(2x3 = 6 marks)
a. In the story ‘The Lost Child’ what fascinated the boy in the mustard fields and what did he do?
b. Where was Toto kept immediately after Grandfather got him? Why?
c. How did Ishwaran make himself the hero in the elephant story?
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