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प्रश्न
The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. Collect the words associated with - Library.
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उत्तर
The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. The words associated with Library are books, pictures, statues, little cabinets, coins, sleepy hollow chairs, queer tables, quaint tiles, open fireplace, bronzes. etc.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Who is the we referred to in the first line?
When do eyes pop out?
But a caged BIRD stands on the grave of dreams
His shadow shouts on a nightmare scream
His wings are clipped and his feet are tied
So he opens his throat to sing.
Read the above lines and answer the question that follow.
What is the main conflict in this poem?
Can the poem The Patriot be considered a dramatic monologue? Justify.
It was roses, roses, all the way,
With myrtle mixed in my path like mad;
The house-roofs seemed to heave and sway,
The church-spires flamed, such flags they had,
A year ago on this very day.
Read the above lines and answer the question that follow.
“The house-tops seemed to heave and sway”. Explain
There's nobody on the house-tops now...
Just a palsied few at the windows set;
For the best of the sight is, all allow,
At the Shambles' Gate-or, better yet,
By the very scaffold's foot, I trow.
Read the above lines and answer the question that follow.
What is ‘shamble’?
Discuss the conflict in the story, “Old Man at the Bridge”?
Show liow Narayan depicts women in the story and their role in a man’s life.
What are examples of simile, metaphor, and personification in “All Summer in a Day”?
You are the editor of your school magazine. You have recently attended a cultural program in your city. Write an account of this program (in approximately 300 words) using the points given below:
| Date and venue — occasion — Chief Guest — other invitees — inauguration — events —other important features — highlights — reaction of audience — conclusion. |
The chairman says that he will look________their complaints.
Fill in the blank with an appropriate word:
He should not get ……… with such rudeness.
I prefer going out with friends to staying alone at home.
(Begin : I would rather ………….)
Join the following sentence to make one complete sentence without using and, but or so.
The child helped her mother to make breakfast. She washed the tomatoes.
Join the following sentence to make one complete sentence without using and, but or so.
They bought a new car. They can travel long distances.
We have had to respect for nature. Now we are suffering from the effects of global warming.
Give reasons for the following.
Tut’s body was buried along with gilded treasures.
Given below is an interesting combination of words. Explain why they have been used together.
dark-bellied clouds
(i) Contrast the Chinese view of art with the European view, with examples.
(ii) Explain the concept of shanshui.
Look for some more poems in the rain and see how this one is different from them.
Entomologist and lepidopterists are mentioned in the text and you must have guessed the meanings of these words or found them out in the dictionary.
Now match the kinds of scientists given with the work they do:
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A |
B |
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ornithologist |
study of the skin |
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gerontologist |
study of cells |
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ergonomist |
study of birds |
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dermatologist |
study of old age |
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cytologist |
study of the design of equipment |
How is Satyajit's financial crash introduced to the reader?
You are the class representative and you have been asked by the Principal to conduct an interview of a cop. Frame 8-10 questions with the help of the following points, give introduction and conclusion.
- reasons for joining the department
- special training
- developing the skill to identify and locate criminals
- dealing with criminals
- achievements and awards.
There are certain words that are repeated in the poem. For example, ‘no more’ (Line 7).
Find out other similar expressions.
Explain the effect they have created in the poem.
Find various career opportunities in Small-scale Industries like Handloom, Art and Craft, Block Printing, etc.
Rewrite the following incomplete sentences carefully, so that the reader does not have to guess what is left out.
1. more and more books
2. too difficult
3. got up late, missed the bus
4. solved the mystery
Multiple Choice Question:
The poet had a quarrel with her ______
The words in the box are all words that describe movement. Use them to fill in the blank in the sentence below.
When the cobra tried to bite it, the mongoose ____________ aside.
Complete the web highlighting the feelings/emotions of Tenzing after reaching the summit.
After reading the text one can easily understand that there is a lot of risks involved in mountaineering. Write in short about any adventure sport that you like and the risk involved in it.
State whether the following statement is true or false. Correct the false statement.
There is nothing wrong with being grateful to great men.
Write an appreciation of the poem considering the following points:
- About the poem, poet, and title.
- Theme/summary/gist of the poem.
- Poetic style/language, poetic devices used in the poem.
- Special features/novelties/focusing elements.
- Message/values/morals in the poem.
- Your opinion about the poem.
The poem describes the beauty of Nature. Make a list of careers that are related to Nature, the environment, and the forest. One is done for you.
- Forest Department - (Forest officer, Ranger, etc.)
- .....................................
- .....................................
- .....................................
- .....................................
Write down the consequences of the following occurrences with the help of the play.
Mayor Peter Stockmann persuades Mr. Hovstad and Mr. Billing from printing the article.
Given in a mixed order below are some good human attributes of the family. Pick out from the box and write it against the line that reflects it.
He believed, his daughter was still alive, after three years.
Pick outlines from the poem that help create images of the following in our mind and write them in the table.
| No. | Old Woman | The Street | Schoolboys |
| 1. | |||
| 2. | |||
| 3. |
Answer the following question :
What are the benefits of travel?
Write the reason in your own words.
Akbar strongly desired to hear Ostad sing.
Imagine you are the lion and someone is interviewing you.
Write the answer to the following question.
Who were your companions on the way to Oz?
You are the receptionist of your school. Your Head master instructs you to send a message to all the parents of class ten to attend a PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) meet which is to be held on 22.12.2019
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______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ |
Draft Letter for the following.
You are Sanjay. Your colony utilizes solar energy to light the common areas. You find many friends of your colony forgetting to switch off the lights in the common area. As a responsible citizen, write a letter to a newspaper, echoing the importance to conserve and preserve solar energy.
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Fill in the blank by choosing the preposition from the option.
The birds were caught ______ the net.
Complete the following picture board.
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Connect the pairs of sentences below using and or but.
- Raju plays cricket.
- He also plays hockey.
Find one word from the story that means
move fast s ______.
Look at these sentences in the story –
- Should we go to the big market?
- Should we go to the small shop?
- Should I buy a thin book?
The coloured words above are describing words. Now fill in more describing words into the passage below –
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Can you write six things that are made of wood?
Make opposites with the words –
| dis ______ in______ |
| respect | |
| able | |
| efficient | |
| own | |
| capable | |
| secure |
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Write conversation on the following situation.
Between two friends on the benefits of early rising
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Why did the photographer feel happy after taking the photograph?
How did Jack manage to pay seven pounds eighty and eighty pence out of six pounds?
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(You are reminded that you will be rewarded for orderly and coherent presentation of material, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.)
International sports promote friendship between nations.
Argue FOR or AGAINST the given statement.
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Write the full form for the following.
weren’t - ______
Complete the dialogue:
| Manas: | How much is the SSC exam fee? |
| Clerk: | __________________ |
| Manas: | When is the last date to submit the exam form? |
| Clerk: | __________________ |
In your opinion what things will help to make the world a better place? Discuss with your friends and write down at least three of the things.
