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Academic Year: 2024-2025
Date & Time: 15th February 2025, 10:30 am
Duration: 3h
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General Instructions:
Read the instructions very carefully and strictly follow them:
- This question paper comprises 11 questions. All questions are compulsory.
- This question paper contains THREE sections -
- Section - A: Reading Skills
- Section - B: Grammar and Creative Writing Skills
- Section - C: Literature Text Book
- Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.
Read the following text:
| (1) | Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is now high on the international agenda and ESD is seen as a way to encourage greater sustainable consumption and production, to counter the effects of climate change, address threats to biodiversity and provide more effective disaster risk reduction. Education for Sustainable Development is seen by UN as a lifelong process from early childhood to higher and adult education and goes beyond formal education. As values, lifestyles and attitudes are established from an early age, the role of education is of particular importance for children! ESD has often been associated with curriculum projects linked with recycling; energy and water conservation; pollution reduction and sustainable consumption - all developed to contribute towards achieving a more sustainable future. |
| (2) | Research from developmental psychology, longitudinal studies, social-cultural analysis, and neuroscience have all shown that it is in the early years that children have the greatest capacity to learn, and it is in these years that many of our fundamental attitudes and values are first put into place. Children are already investigating issues related to recycling, energy conservation, waste disposal and changes in their local environment. ESD in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) is of great significance. The development of ESD and ECCE requires more than just curriculum development. It provides the possibility of a transformational reconstruction. |
| (3) | UNICEF reports show that children under the age of eight represent the highest percentage of affected population in today’s global emergencies. A UNESCO survey has shown that the ministries of education, environment and sustainable development in 97 UN member states identify poverty as the highest priority area to be addressed in achieving sustainable development. In fact, reductions in poverty and inequality are widely recognised as the priority in efforts to create a more sustainable world. At a global level, millions of children start school carrying the handicap that comes with the experience of malnutrition, ill-health and poverty. Yet, equitable access to high-quality pre-school programmes remain a problem in both rich and poor countries. Sustainable development projects that enable rapid progress in maternal health, child nutrition and survival already exist, even in some of the world’s poorest countries. Linking health and education agenda has been recognised as extremely important. |
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above:
I. Complete the following with a suitable explanation with reference to paragraph (1). (1)
ESD is now high on the international agenda because ______.
II. Based on the given passage, How does UN view ESD as a lifelong process? What are the critical areas of emphasis? (Paragraph 1) (2)
III. List two curriculum projects that ESD (Education for Sustainable Development) has been linked with. (Paragraph 1) (1)
IV. Complete the following suitably: (2)
Many of our fundamental attitudes and values are put into place in the early years as ______. (Paragraph 2)
V. Substitute the underlined word with the correct word from paragraph (2): (1)
ESD in Early Childhood Care and Education provides the possibility of transformational reconstruction.
- positive change
- power to reform
- negative impact
- creative
VI. What do UNICEF reports reveal about the vulnerability of children under the age of eight during global emergencies? (Paragraph 3) (1)
- UNICEF reports highlight the resilience of children under the age of eight during global emergencies.
- UNICEF reports indicate that children under the age of eight are rarely affected by global emergencies.
- UNICEF reports show that children under the age of eight are primarily responsible for responding to global emergencies.
- UNICEF reports suggest that children under the age of eight represent the highest percentage of affected population in global emergencies.
VII. What remains a problem in both rich and poor countries? What has been recognised as crucial? (Paragraph 3) (1)
VIII. Complete the sentence with the correct response: (1)
The writer’s tone in the passage is _____.
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Read the following text:
| (1) | Electric vehicles (EV) market is growing rapidly all over the world. In India also the EV market has gained significant momentum. It has grown more after the implementation of FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacture of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles) scheme in 2015 by Ministry of Heavy Industry and Public Enterprises. |
| (2) | Electric vehicles are solutions to be independentand free from imported energy resources. Electric cars can bring a major change to India in becoming self-sustainable. EV could also be the alternative to decrease carbon dioxide gas. Carbon dioxide from automobiles is one of the causes of air pollution. |
| (3) | An EV can be used for flexible load, for standardizing the grid with substantial share of fluctuating renewable energy generation. EV emits 30-80% less greenhouse gas when compared with Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicle. EVs do not consume any energy when it is stationary as compared to ICE vehicles where fuel is consumed when it is idle. EV is recognised as promising alternatives to vehicles and will potentially replace ICE vehicles in the near future. |
| (4) | The electric vehicles have low emissions, high efficiency and smooth operation. The energy consumption and emissions for plug in hybrid electric vehicles found that compared to gasoline vehicles there is 37.5% less energy consumption and 35% less greenhouse gas emissions. The government have started financial policies to encourage EV adoption; however, decision makers have to plan a long-term perspective to get them implemented efficiently. |
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above:
I. What does the phrase ‘gained significant momentum’ in paragraph (1) tell us about the impact of EV market? (1)
- It is momentarily important.
- It has developed very quickly.
- It has gained profit.
- It has to develop a significant market.
II. Select the option that is true for the Assertion and Reason given below: (1)
Assertion: Electric vehicles can bring a major change to India.
Reason: It can bring India to becoming self-sustainable.
- Both the Assertion and Reason are true and the Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
- Both the Assertion and Reason are true but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
- The Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.
- The Assertion is false, but the Reason is true.
III. Give two benefits of using Electric vehicles over Internal Combustion Engine vehicles. (2)
IV. With reference to the passage, the word ‘idle’ in paragraph (3) most nearly means ______. (1)
V. How do electric vehicles contribute to diminishing a country’s reliance on imported energy? (1)
VI. Read the given prompt and select the correct option in the brackets to fill in the blank: (1)
EV could be the alternative to ______ (enhance/reduce) the carbon dioxide gas emission.
VII. Give evidence from the passage to show that government is encouraging the use of Electric Vehicles. (1)
VIII. Complete the sentence suitably: (1)
The result of the implementation of FAMЕ (Faster Adoption and Manufacture of Electric vehicles) is ______.
IX. Complete the following with a suitable reason: (1)
The long-term perspective by decision makers is to ensure ______.
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Complete the newspaper report by using the correct form of the verb given in the bracket:
He was a renowned business person. He ______ (purchase) a house in the city last year.
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Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the concluding part of an article on ‘Exploitation of Children’.
It ______ (may/should/could) be our concerted effort not to employ children in industries and to save them from any kind of exploitation.
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Read the given line and identify the error. Also provide with the correct word.
Mobile phones has become an integral part of life.
| Error | Correction |
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Take a look at the conversation between two friends Riya and Simran discussing a book that one of them has recently read.
| Riya: | The book really caught my attention. It’s called ‘Eternal Echoes’. |
| Simran: | Sounds interesting! I’ll definitely add it to my reading list. Thanks for the recommendation! |
Select the correct option to complete the reporting of the above dialogue.
Riya told Simran about the book called Eternal Echoes that had captured her interest. Simran, in response, expressed that it ______ and mentioned that she would consider reading it.
sound interesting
sounded interesting
will be interesting
was found to be interesting
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Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the line given below:
He usually ate breakfast before he goes to school.
| Error | Correction |
| usually | always |
| Error | Correction |
| ate | eats |
| Error | Correction |
| before | after |
| Error | Correction |
| goes | went |
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Report the dialogue between a teacher and a student by completing the sentence:
| Teacher: | Good morning! Today, we’re going to learn about the importance of trees. They play a vital role in our ecosystem. Can you think of any other reasons? |
| Students: | I pledge to plant some trees this weekend. |
The student understood the importance of trees and added that he ______.
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Identify the error and supply correction for the given sentence talking about importance of a ‘Sound Sleep’.
Sleep is important in maintain one’s health and well being.
Use the given format for your response:
| Error | Correction |
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When they began to play it ______ to rain.
start
started
starts
having started
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The teacher distributed a piece of paper to ______ student.
few
many
all
each
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Oral hygiene ______ be inculcated in children early in life. (should, would)
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The information given here ______ to all the products in this section.
apply
is applied
applied
applies
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Identify the error and supply correction for the following sentence.
Be the changes you want to see in the world.
Use the given format for your response:
| Error | Correction |
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You are Raashi/Rahul of Simargarh, Himachal Pradesh. Write a letter in about 100-120 words to the Municipal Commissionser of the city drawing attention to the unattended condition of the public parks in your town. They are poorly maintained with garbage strewn and pools of stagnant water. Give suggestions on how the parks can be maintained.
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You are Bela/Baloo of Palanpuri. You recently visited a ‘craft mela’. You were delighted to seе the diversity of handicrafts, handlooms and cultural fabric of India. However, you were dismayed that not many people were there to encourage the artisans. Write a letter to the editor in 100-120 words, expressing your views on the situation and the need to support indigenous art and craft.
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Write an analytical paragraph of 100-120 words based on the given information.
Today, many projects in India are being initiated and implemented with the aim of transforming India into a digitally empowered society and economy.
Digital India Program:
- IT - Jobs
- E-governance
- E-Kranti: Electronic Delivery of Services
- Broadband for all - Urban and Rural Information for all.
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Read the given details of the different activities that interest children in the age group of 14-17 years.
- dance, music, art
- outdoor sports like cricket, hockey, basketball, soccer, tennis
- computer games
- net surfing
- social media
Analyse the details and write an analytical paragraph in about 120 words about the suitability of the given activities. Focus on factors like interest, physical, mental and emotional development, personality development, and suitability.
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Read the given extracts and answer the questions given:
|
“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 stiff 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”. (From the Diary of Anne Frank) |
I. In light of the excerpt, what can we infer about the speaker’s emotional state? (1)
II. The narrator enhances the narrative technique of the extract by using: (2)
- descriptive language
- literary allusions
- humour
- reflective
III. Fill in the blank with the correct word from the bracket: (1)
The narrator doesn’t plan to let anyone read her diary as she doesn’t have any real ______. (friend/incidents)
IV. Why does the narrator say that ‘paper has more patience than people’? (1)
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Read the given extracts and answer the questions given:
|
“He was silent, stupefied, in dismay, at the sight of his wife weeping. He stammered, “What is the matter? What is the matter?” By a violent effort, she had controlled her vexation and responded in a calm voice, wiping her moist cheeks, “Nothing. Only I have no dress and consequently I cannot go to this affair. Give your card to some colleague whose wife is better fitted out than I.” He was grieved, but answered, “Let us see, Matilda. How much would a suitable costume cost, something that would serve for their occasions, something very simple?” She reflected for some seconds thinking of a sum that could ask for without bringing with it an immediate refusal and a frightened exclamation from the economical clerk.” (The Necklace) |
I. What can we infer about Matilda’s emotions and financial situation based on her husband’s reaction and her response to not having a dress for the affair? (2)
II. Which of the following is NOT a reason for Matilda’s distress in the extract? (2)
- She has no suitable dress for the affair.
- She is upset about her husband’s reaction.
- She is worried about the cost of a suitable costume.
- The card did not bear her name.
III. What did Matilda suggest that her husband do with the card? (1)
IV. In the given extract what does the term ‘economic clerk’ imply? (1)
Chapter:
Read the given extract and answer the question:
|
Belinda giggled till she shook the house, Suddenly, suddenly they heard a nasty sound, (The Tale of Custard the Dragon) |
I. What inference can be drawn from the repetition of ‘suddenly, suddenly’ in the above extract? (1)
- The scene shook the house.
- It highlights the swift assault.
- It emphasises that an unexpected noise was heard.
- It directs our notice to Mustard’s growling.
II. Despite its symbolism of captivity, what leads Custard to have a preference for staying in a cage? (2)
III. Select the option that applies the same rhyme scheme as the lines of the first four lines of the given extract: (1)
- Through the telescope she saw a star
which she thought was very far
She stretched her hand
and felt the crumble of the sand. - Through the telescope she saw a star
She stretched her hand
As it was very far
But felt the crumble of the sand. - Through the telescope she saw a star
Which she thought was very far
Her hand she stretched
But felt the crumble of the sand. - Through the telescope she saw a star
Which she thought was very far
Her hand she stretched afar
But felt the crumble of the sand.
IV. In the given extract, the difference between the other animals and Custard is that Custard behaves like a ______ (coward/dragon). (1)
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Read the given extract and answer the question:
|
I sit inside, doors open to the veranda (The Trees) |
I. What atmosphere or mood is created by the language and imagery used in the above line? (2)
II. Choose the option that correctly pairs the two different meanings implied by the use of ‘open’ twice in the extract: (1)
- entry point - vastness
- sharing a common space - great view
- allowing access and vision - expanse of space
- advantage - obstacles ahead
III. From the provided extract, what is conspicuously absent from the long letters the speaker is writing while they sit indoors with the doors open to the veranda? (1)
IV. How does the poet describe the night? (1)
- dark
- frightening
- dense
- fresh
- bright
Select the correct option:
- 1 and 5
- Only 3
- 4 and 5
- 2 and 4
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Every creature possesses a unique characteristic that defines it, and this trait is closely linked to its nature. This concept is beautifully illustrated in the poem “How to Tell Wild Animals.” Elucidate.
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Answer the following question in about 30-40 words:
Pranjal seemed to have a different level of enthusiasm compared to Rajvir when they both saw the tree plantation. Justify.
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Answer the following question in about 30-40 words:
In the poem “Dust of Snow”, the ‘hemlock tree’ and the ‘crow’ hold specific meanings. Elaborate on how these symbols are utilized within the context of the poem.
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Answer the following question in about 30-40 words:
In what manner did Lencho’s cornfield suffer damage? Did he hold any expectations of receiving assistance?
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Answer the following question in about 30-40 words:
Engaging in discussions and disputes rarely leads to problem resolution. Support the statement with evidence from the text.
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Answer the following question in about 40-50 words:
Books play a significant role in shaping the personality of a person. In what way did a book cause a significant shift in Richard Ebright’s life?
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Answer the following question in about 40-50 words:
Bholi is sent to school for an uncommon reason, leading to a distinctive twist in her story. Elucidate.
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Answer the following question in about 40-50 words:
Fowler’s disappointment arose when he laid eyes on Ausable. Rationalise the statement.
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Answer the following question in about 100-120 words:
The inherent instinct for freedom is a fundamental trait in all living creatures. Justify this statement with reference to ‘Mijbil the Otter’ and ‘A Tiger in the Zoo’.
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Answer the following question in about 100-120 words:
Both ‘Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom’ by Nelson Mandela and ‘The Trees’ by Adrienne Rich explore themes of transformation, Liberation and the power to change. Examine the commonality of themes in both the works.
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Answer the following question in about 100-120 words:
Griffin was a lawless person even though he was a brilliant scientist. Discuss.
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Answer the following question in about 100-120 words:
“The Book that saved the Earth” communicates the idea that misinterpretation of cultural disparities among different groups can lead to misunderstandings and disputes. From the play, discuss methods to prevent such confusion and conflicts, ensuring the preservation of peace and harmony.
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