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Academic Year: 2015-2016
Date & Time: 1st March 2016, 4:00 pm
Duration: 3h
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1. Read the passage given below :
1. Maharana Pratap ruled over Mewar only for 25 years. However, he accomplished so much grandeur during his reign that his glory surpassed the boundaries of countries and time turning him into an immortal personality. He along with his kingdom became a synonym for valour, sacrifice and patriotism. Mewar had been a leading Rajput kingdom even before Maharana Pratap occupied the throne. Kings of Mewar, with the cooperation of their nobles and subjects, had established such traditions in the kingdom, as augmented their magnificence despite the hurdles of having a smaller area under their command and less population. There did come a few thorny occasions when the flag of the kingdom seemed sliding down. Their flag once again heaved high in the sky thanks to the gallantry and brilliance of the people of Mewar.
On the basis of your understanding of the above passage answer each of the questions given below with the help of options that follow :
(ii) he added a lot of grandeur to Mewar.
(iii) of his valour, sacrifice and patriotism.
(iv) both (ii) and (iii)
(b) Difficulties in the way of Mewar were :
(ii) ancient traditions of the kingdom.
(iii) its small area and small population.
(iv) the poverty of the subjects.
(c) During thorny occasions :
(ii) the flag of Mewar was hoisted high.
(iii) the people of Mewar showed gallantry.
(iv) most of the rulers heaved a sigh of relief.
(d) Mewar was lucky because :
(ii) most of its people were competent.
(iii) most of its rulers were competent.
(iv) only a few of its people were incompetent.
Answer the following questions briefly:
(e) Who is the earliest king of Mewar mentioned in the passage?
(f) What was Rana Kumbha's contribution to the glory of Mewar?
(g) What does the writer find worth admiration in the people of Mewar?
(h) How could art and literature flourish in Mewar?
(i) How did the rulers show that they cared for their subjects?
(j) What does the erection of Vijaya Stambha and Kirti Stambha in the same fort signify ?
(k) Find words from the passage which mean the same as each of the following:
(ii) evidence (para 4)
Chapter: [0.06] Reading Skills
Read the passage given below :
1. To ensure its perpetuity, the ground is well held by the panther both in space and in time. It enjoys a much wider distribution over the globe than its bigger cousins and procreates sufficiently profusely to ensure its continuity for all time to come.
(ii) in the branches of the trees
(iii) behind the tree trunks
(iv) at its heels
(ii) trains its cubs
(iii) watches the progress of the mother
(iv) is impulsive and impatient
Answer the following questions briefly :
(ii) came down / fell (para 7)
Chapter: [0.06] Reading Skills
Read the passage given below:
People tend to amass possessions, sometimes without being aware of doing so. They can have a delightful surprise when they find something useful which they did not know they owned. Those who never have to change house become indiscriminate collectors of what can only be described as clutter. They leave unwanted objects in drawers, cupboards, and attics for years in the belief that they may one day need them. Old people also accumulate belongings for two other reasons, lack of physical and mental energy, and sentiment. Things owned for a long time are full of associations with the past, perhaps with the relatives who are dead, and so they gradually acquire a sentimental value.
Some things are collected deliberately in an attempt to avoid wastage. Among these are string and brown paper, kept by thrifty people when a parcel has been opened. Collecting small items can be mania. A lady cuts out from newspaper sketches of model clothes that she would like to buy if she had money. As she is not rich, the chances are that she will never be able to afford such purchases. It is a harmless habit, but it litters up her desk.
Collecting as a serious hobby is quite different and has many advantages. It provides relaxation for leisure hours, as just looking at one’s treasure is always a joy. One doesn’t have to go out for amusement as the collection is housed at home. Whatever it consists of - stamps, records, first editions of books, china – there is always something to do in connection with it, from finding the right place for the latest addition to verifying facts in reference books. This hobby educates one not only in the chosen subject but also in general matters which have some bearing on it.
There are other benefits also. One gets to meet like-minded collectors to get advice, compare notes, exchange articles, to show off one’s latest find. So one’s circle of friends grows. Soon the hobby leads to traveling, perhaps a meeting in another town, possibly a trip abroad in search of a rare specimen, for collectors are not confined to one country. Over the years one may well become an authority on one’s hobby and will probably be asked to give informal talks to little gatherings and then, if successful, to larger audiences.
(a) On the basis of your understanding of the above passage make notes on it using headings and sub-headings. Use recognizable abbreviations (wherever necessary-minimum four) and a format you consider suitable. Also, supply an appropriate title to it.
(b) Write a summary of the passage in about 80 words.
Chapter: [0.06] Reading Skills
You want to offer paying guest accommodation on the first floor of your house. Draft an advertisement in about 50 words giving details of the premises, amenities provided, terms and conditions. You are Karuna/Karan, M114, Mall Road, Delhi.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
While travelling by taxi from Lucknow airport to Hazratganj, you left behind a small bag containing some important documents. Draft a notice in about 50 words for the lost and found column of National Herald, Lucknow describing the loss and promising a reward to the person who gets it back to you. You are Karan/Karuna and can be contacted at 9191909089.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
Our rivers are very polluted. Industries and sewage from our houses are polluting them. What can we do to save our rivers?
Write a letter in 120-150 words to the editor of a national newspaper describing the problem and suggesting solutions to it. You are Karuna/Karan, M114, Mall Road, Delhi.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
You are Karuna Bajaj, Manager, Rajasthan Tourist Bureau, Sikandra Road, New Delhi, You have received a letter of enquiry from Principal, Sunrise Global School, New Delhi. The school wants to send a group of students to visit places of historical interest in and around Jaipur.
Write a letter in 120-150 words mentioning all the facilities you can arrange for the tour and expenses thereon.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
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'Old age homes are not required in India.' Write a debate in 150-200 words either for or against the motion.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
Write a speech in 150-200 words on the topic, 'Importance of Prayer in the morning at School'. You are Karan/Karuna.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
By and large we Indians are very kind-hearted. And our religions also teach us the lesson of non-violence. Yet, we are inclined to show no kindness to stray animals (cattle included). We are cruel to street dogs, our cows (no longer milch), draft animals etc.
Write an article in 150-200 words on 'How can we stop being cruel to animals?' You are Karan/Karuna.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
India has been called a 'tourists' paradise'. Yet there are a few problems that the tourists face while in India.
Write an article in 150-200 words on 'How to promote tourism in India'. You are You are Karuna/Karan.
Chapter: [0.05] Writing Skills
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow :
Perhaps a huge silence
might interrupt this sadness
of never understanding ourselves
and of threatening ourselves with
death.
(a) How can we bring about a 'huge silence'?
(b) Why is silence called 'huge'?
(c) What do we do for lack of understanding?
(d) What does this lack ultimately lead to?
Chapter: [0.023] Keeping Quiet
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow :
And such too is the grandeur of the dooms
We have imagined for the mighty dead;
All lovely tales that we have heard or read;
An endless fountain of immortal drink
...................
(a) Who are the 'mighty dead'?
(b) What have we done for them?
(c) What metaphor has been used for 'lovely tales'?
(d) How is the grandeur of the dooms related to the theme of the poem?
Chapter: [0.024] A Thing of Beauty
Answer any four of the following questions in 30 – 40 words each :
(a) After initial reluctance why did the lawyers tell Gandhiji that they were ready to follow him into jail?
(b) What is Mukesh's attitude towards the family business of making bangles?
(c) How does the poet show the futility of Aunt Jennifer's efforts?
(d) Stephen Spender in his poem, 'An Elementary School Classroom in a Slum' paints a dismal picture of poverty. Comment.
(e) Jackson went through the contents of Rev. McLeery's suitcase. Which object therein puzzled him sorely? What was his comment on that?
(f) How did the servants react when they realized that Dr. Sadao was going to save the life of an enemy?
Chapter: [0.06] Reading Skills
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Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words :
Give the socio-economic conditions in which Sophie lived should she have big dreams? Why? Why not?
Chapter: [0.018000000000000002] Going Places
The entire classroom, M. Hamel as well as those present in the class, is full of regret. For what and why?
Chapter: [0.011000000000000001] The Last Lesson
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
Both Derry and Lamb are victims of physical impairment, yet each has a different attitude from the other. Comment.
Chapter: [0.0206] On the Face of It
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
In case of a difference of opinion it is generally the adult who has his way. Comment on how Jack justifies the mother Skunk's action?
Chapter: [0.020499999999999997] Should Wizard Hit Mommy
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
After robbing the Vicar, Griffin came back to find the Halls in his room. How did he manage to turn them out?
Chapter: [0.032] The Invisible Man by Hg Wells
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
After coming to Raveloe, for fifteen years, earning and hoarding money remained a passion for Silas. Comment.
Chapter: [0.031] Silas Marner by George Eliot
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
Griffin is an evil character. Wherever he goes he carries destruction with him. Comment.
Chapter: [0.032] The Invisible Man by Hg Wells
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
Attempt a character sketch of Squire Cass.
Chapter: [0.031] Silas Marner by George Eliot
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