Instructions
[1] Attempt the questions section wise with sufficient spacing .
[2] Take care of word limit . Exceeding word limit will deduct the marks.
[3] Marks distributions are given with questions.
SECTION A [ READING]
Question [1] Read and understand the paragraph below and answers any five questions given below.
[ 10 marks]
Acing exams isn't just about cramming the night before - it's about mastering the art of efficient learning and strategic test-taking. It's a dance between deep understanding, proactive revision, and the ability to navigate the pressure cooker of the exam hall. Effective studying involves crafting personalized revision plans, tackling past papers, and actively engaging with the material – not just passively reading. During the exam, calmness and clear thinking are key. Budget your time wisely, prioritize questions based on your strengths, and avoid the traps of ambiguity and overthinking. Remember, exams are a hurdle, not a wall – with the right skills and a confident approach, you can leap over them with finesse.
Now, to test your understanding, let's delve deeper!
1. How does the paragraph differentiate between effective and ineffective studying?
2. What specific strategies does the paragraph suggest for preparing for exams?
3. What does the metaphor of "a dance" tell us about the approach to exam-taking?
4. Why are calmness and clear thinking emphasized during the exam itself?
5. Explain the concept of "budgeting your time" in the context of the exam.
6. Do you think the skills mentioned in the paragraph are relevant to situations beyond exams? Why or why not?
Question [2] Read and analyze the paragraph below then answer the questions given below
[ 10 marks]
Like intertwined roots nourishing a tree, reading and writing, when honed analytically, offer a potent elixir for intellectual growth. Immersed in the written word, we encounter diverse perspectives, historical echoes, and scientific revelations. Each text becomes a puzzle, and analytical reading empowers us to dissect its structure, unearth hidden meanings, and evaluate its evidence with a discerning eye. Through writing, we synthesize these insights, forging connections and arguments into a tapestry of our own understanding. Crafting clear, cogent prose demands precision, logic, and an ability to navigate the nuanced dance of language. The fruits of this symbiotic relationship are manifold. We become not just consumers of information, but critical thinkers, adept at forming informed opinions and navigating the complexities of the world around us. Our voices gain clarity and purpose, enabling us to persuade, inform, and leave a lasting mark on the minds of others. So, delve into the world of the written word, for within its depths lies a potent brew of knowledge, self-discovery, and the power to shape the world, one well-analyzed line, one thoughtfully crafted sentence at a time.
Now, let's delve deeper into this analytical elixir:
1. How does the paragraph use metaphors to convey the relationship between reading and writing?
2. What specific skills does the paragraph highlight as benefits of analytical reading and writing?
3. Explain the meaning of the phrase "dissecting the structure" of a text in the context of analytical reading.
4. In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges people face when developing analytical reading and writing skills?
5. Can analytical skills developed through reading and writing be applied to areas of life beyond academics? Provide examples.
6. What strategies would you recommend for someone who wants to improve their analytical reading and writing skills?
SECTION B [ GRAMMAR AND WRITING ]
Question [3] Read the paragraph and answers the questions given below
[10 marks]
Nestled amidst emerald rice paddies, shimmered the sun-kissed village of Elara. Time seemed to tick softly here, marked only by the rhythmic creak of bullock carts and the melodious chirping of unseen sparrows. Sunlight danced on thatched roofs, casting intricate patterns on the mud walls painted in vibrant hues. A gentle breeze, fragrant with the sweetness of jasmine, whispered through mango orchards, their branches heavy with ripe fruit. Children, their laughter echoing through the dusty lanes, chased butterflies with gleeful abandon. Elders, draped in colorful kurtas, sat serenely under banyan trees, their wrinkled faces etched with stories of a simpler life. In the evenings, smoke curled from chimneys, carrying the aroma of freshly baked bread and simmering curries. The village well, alive with chatter and clinking buckets, became a stage for whispered secrets and shared laughter. As night descended, a luminous tapestry of stars unfurled across the velvet sky, casting a mesmerizing spell on Elara. "Come, tell us tales of the city," an old woman beckoned, her eyes twinkling with curiosity. And so, under the watchful gaze of the moon, the city boy spun stories of steel towers and honking cars, his words painting a world as magical as Elara itself. In that village, where time danced to the rhythm of nature and hearts to the beat of community, even a stranger felt embraced by the warmth of belonging.
[1] Identify and write the verbs in the paragraph with past tense ?
[2] Identify modal verbs in the paragraph ?
[3] Write the sentence from paragraph which used past perfect tense?
[4] Find and write Prepositions Used in the paragraph?.
[5] Find and write Adjectives used in Paragraph ?
[6] find the Determiners used in paragraph ?
Questions[4]
Write a letter to Editor The TIME OF INDIA regarding traffic congestion in your school area. write a appealing letter to Editor using following verbal imputes. "Chaos or Classroom? Why Our Children's School Zone Has Become a Daily Gridlock Nightmare - Will Authorities Intervene Before Tragedy Strikes? Your Name is Deepansh/Deepanjali Student of EMRS Bhopal. [ 5 marks ]
or
You are a computer lab Technician of EMRS Bhopal . Write a letter of order to Bhopal High Tech Limited MP Nagar Bhopal for necessary computer peripherals in your computer lab.
Question [5] To what extent has India's overall agricultural production changed in the last 6 years? Has growth been consistent, or have there been fluctuations? Analyze and write the trends using the provided data visualizations.
[5 marks]
or
Write Analytical Paragraph after reading following pie chart on job opportunities in various sectors in India
SECTION C [LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE]
Question (6)Read the Extract below and give the answer to a question given below(5Marks)
"In life ,every man has twin obligations- obligations to his family ,to his parents ,to his wife and children; and he has an obligations to his people, his community ,his country .In a civil and humane society, each man is able to fulfill those obligations according to his own inclinations and abilities. But in a country like South Africa, It was almost impossible for a man of my birth and colour to fulfil both of those obligations .In South Africa, a man of colour who attempted to live as human being was punished and isolated. In South Africa ,a man who tried to fulfill his duty to his people was inevitably ripped from his family and his home and was forced to live a life apart ,a twilight existence of secrecy and rebellion. I did not in the beginning choose to place my people above my family, but in attempting to serve my people ,I found that I was prevented from fulfilling my obligations as a son ,a brother ,a father and a husband.
(1) What "twin obligations "does Mandela mention.?
(2) What is twilight existence of secrecy and rebellion?
(3) How Mandela was prevented to serve his people?
(4) Describe situation which Mandela faced?
(5) Write the meaning of word "Inclinations".
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"Paper has more patience than people" I thought of this saying on one of those days when I was feeling a little depressed, and was sitting at home with my chin in my hands ,bored and listless, wondering whether to stay in or go out .I finally stayed where I was , brooding: Yes paper does have more patience, and since I'm not planning to let anyone else read this stuff -backed notebook grandly referred to as a 'diary' unless I should ever find a real friend, it probably won't make a bit of difference.
(1) Why does she says "Paper has more patience than people?
(2) Why does Anne want to keep a diary ?
(3) What she referred to" Diary"?
(4) Explain meaning of "listless"?
(5) write "Diary Entry" of any wonderful Feelings of a day ?
Question (7) Read the following extract and Answer the questions given below [5 Marks]
"I heard an old religious man
But yesternight declare
That he had found a text to prove
That only God ,my dear ,
Could love you for yourself alone
And not your yellow hair."
(1) What poet heard yeasternight?
(2) What "God" alone can do ?
(3) Name the poem from which extract is taken ?
(4) What colour is the young women's hair?
(5) Which quality you like most in your best friend. Write in light of above lines.
or
. But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.
[1] Fill the blank with one word.
When the speaker says that ice could also bring about the end of the world , he refers to
__________ , as the means for destruction.
[2]What does the speaker's alignment with those who favour ice, suggest?
[3] Which of the following best describes the speaker's attitude towards destruction caused by
ice?
A. Indifferent
B. Fearful
C. Dismissive
D. Respectful
[4] Comment on the poet’s use of language in these lines
Question (8) Why did Lencho say the raindrops were like "new coins"?
4Marks (2 expression +2 content)
Question (9) What made the woman in the control Centre look at the narrator strangely?
4 Marks (2 content +2 expression)
Question (10) What game had Mij invented?
4Marks.
Question (11) What are the qualities that go into the making of a scientist?
2 Marks
Question (12) What kind of a person is Mme Loisel -why is she always unhappy?
2Marks
Question (13) Why is Bholi's father worried about her?
2 Marks
Or
Graffin was rather a lawless person" -Comment
QUESTION( 14) Imagine that M. Loisel, from The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant, writes a diary entry, exploring the
theme of class and social status, and the nature of social mobility, in the context of his own
experience.
Write this diary entry , as M. Loisel, in about 120 words
6 Marks [ 3 content +3 expression]
QUESTION (15) You have been chosen to address a student gathering from the neighbourhood schools, to speak on
the resilience of human spirit required to transcend discrimination. Prepare the speech draft in not
more than 120 words, with reference to the commonality of themes in Nelson Mandela: Long Walk
to Freedom and The Trees by Adrienne Rich.
You may begin this way:
Good morning, everyone. Today, I'd like to discuss two pieces of literature that offer a powerful insight into the resilience
of the human spirit required to transcend discrimination.
You may end this way.
To conclude, I’d like to say that ...
Thank you
Or
A character arc is the transformation or development of a character throughout a story and refers to
the changes a character undergoes as a result of their experiences, challenges, and interactions with
other characters.
In the light of the above information, trace the character arc of the thief in Ruskin Bond’s The Thief’s
Story, in about 120 words.
