HSC Science (General) 11th Standard - Maharashtra State Board Question Bank Solutions for English

Complete the following web diagram.

If you see someone lonely or sad you will – 

1. _______________________
2. _______________________
3. _______________________

Jo’s decision to make friends with the lonely boy next door proves to be a good one. Elaborate. You may begin with 'Jo was a bold, friendly and warm person...'

Bring out the contrast between the two houses with the help of the following points.

The traits of the characters you meet in the extract are jumbled. Sort them out and write them in the appropriate columns.

(Shy, bold, gruff, friendly, withdrawn, perceptive, empathetic, playful, lonely, happy, gentlemanly, frank, mature, dull, sharp, adventurous.)

Find proverbs, maxims, and Idioms related to ‘friendship’.

1. For example Birds of a feather flock together.
2. _________________________
3. _________________________
4. _________________________
5. _________________________

The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. Collect the words associated with - Home.

The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. Collect the words associated with - Library.

The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. Collect the words associated with - Garden.

Narrate in 100 words an incident, that illustrates the way a friend of yours ‘made you feel happy and accepted’, at some point in your life.

Give reasons, for us being reluctant to make friends with some strangers, but being comfortable with some, even after meeting them for the first time.

Are friends different from neighbors? Are you friends with your neighbors? Give examples and write.

Use your imagination and extend the story in about 100 to 150 words.

If you are social, like to meet new people, can empathise and connect with people easily, make a list of careers available to you, and write in brief about them.

For example: Human Resource Development or HRD.

Discuss with your partner the various hazards and risks that a mountaineer/ trekker has to face in an expedition.

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Complete the web highlighting the feelings/emotions of Tenzing after reaching the summit.

Glance through the text again and explain the qualities of Tenzing Norgay. Pick lines that show his unique qualities. One is done for you.

Write down the significance of the following in the context of 'On to the Summit': Red Scarf.

Write down the significance of the following in the context of 'On to the Summit':

husiar.

Write down the significance of the following in the context of 'On to the Summit': Kerosene flavoured tea.