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Question
Write a composition (in approximately 400 – 450 words) on the following subject.
Life
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Solution
Life is a journey filled with countless experiences, emotions, and lessons. Looking back, my life was a tapestry woven with moments of joy, sorrow, success, and failure. Each phase contributed to shaping who I became, teaching me invaluable lessons along the way.
During my childhood, life was simple and carefree. I spent my days playing with friends, exploring the neighbourhood, and indulging in my favourite hobbies. School was a place of learning and fun, where I made lasting friendships and discovered my love for reading and writing. My parents provided a loving and supportive environment, ensuring that I had everything I needed to grow and thrive. They taught me the importance of kindness, honesty, and hard work.
As I entered my teenage years, life became more complex. The pressures of school increased, and I had to balance academics with personal activities. I faced the challenges of navigating friendships, peer pressure, and self-discovery. These years were a time of significant personal growth. I learned to stand up for myself, make independent decisions, and understand the value of perseverance. Despite the ups and downs, my teenage years were filled with memorable moments, such as participating in school events, going on trips with friends, and achieving academic milestones.
Adulthood brought its own set of experiences and challenges. I pursued higher education, which opened new doors and opportunities for me. College life was exciting and demanding. I met people from diverse backgrounds, engaged in thought-provoking discussions, and explored my interests further. This period taught me the importance of time management, self-discipline, and resilience. I also experienced the joy of newfound independence, as well as the responsibility that came with it.
Life also brought moments of personal joy and fulfilment. I cherished the time spent with family and friends, celebrating milestones and creating beautiful memories. Travelling to new places, trying different cuisines, and experiencing various cultures enriched my understanding of the world. These experiences taught me the importance of embracing diversity and appreciating the simple pleasures in life.
Reflecting on my life, I realized that every moment, whether good or bad, played a crucial role in shaping my journey. The lessons I learned, the people I met, and the experiences I had all contributed to my growth and development. Life was a constant process of learning and evolving. It was about finding balance, staying true to myself, and making the most of each opportunity. Life is a beautiful and intricate journey.
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RELATED QUESTIONS
A1. Choose two sentences that appropriately mention the theme of the passage :
(1) The extract deals with the writer’s concern over Chaitanya's handicap.
(2) The extract depicts the writer’s proud feelings towards her son’s achievement.
(3) The extract deals with how Chaitanya made the writer see positively towards life.
(4) The extract deals with how the writer helps Chaitanya to buy the bus ticket.
Early in 1997-98, when he returned from state-level inter-school sports, he had two prizes to his credit and a silver medal. He had won his laurels in athletic events and the silver medal in a running race.
When I saw the prizes and read the citation Chaitanya had received, I was stupefied, in total disbelief, then–hugged him, kissed him and cried unabashedly to my heart’s content. That day, I cried for the first time out of joy and a sense of being vindicated. Without practice, he had competed with approximately 1,800 children drawn from various schools all over the state. He was subsequently selected for the marathon race, but he could not participate due to a health problem. “Maybe next year, he would”, I assured myself. And I, as his proud mother, would proudly chronicle his future achievements and success to inspire other - mothers of the world.
Looking back at my own life, I feel that it is the spirit with which we can accept our life gracefully is what
matters ultimately; and it is love that nourishes us. All other things are unimportant. Chaitanya has made me look inwards. His handicap doesn’t disturb me any longer. He and I shall live with it and still be happy. The mental strength which he has given to me is inexhaustible.
One day, as both of us got onto a public transport bus, Chaitanya offered to buy the tickets for us.
“One full, one half ”, he said to the conductor beaming with joy.
Looking at him, I wondered whether he was really only a half? An incomplete person? Was I really full?
Complete in all respects? Why do then normal people feel that they are ‘full’ and others like Chaitanya are ‘half’ or incomplete? Chaitanya’s world is complete in itself, pure and innocent while our lives are full of deceit, jealousies, ill-feelings.
A2. Point out -
Point out two instances where you find Chaitanya's victory over his disability.
A3. Give reasons -
Chaitanya’s silver medal in a running race was very special for the writer, because :
(i) __________________
(ii) __________________
A4. Vocabulary -
Match the pairs of the words in column ‘A’ with their meanings in column ‘B’:
| Column ‘A’ | Column ‘B’ | ||
| (1) | stupefied | (a) | official statement about the special act of courage |
| (2) | chronicle | (b) | record events in the order they happened |
| (3) | vindicated | (c) | surprised or shocked |
| (4) | citation | (d) | justified |
A5. Personal response -
Explain, your views about the ill-treatment the special children receive in society.
A6. Grammar -
Rewrite the following sentences in the ways instructed :
(i) He had won his laurels in athletic events and the silver medal in a running race.
(Rewrite the sentence using ‘not only...but also’.)
(ii) When I saw the prizes, I was stupefied.
(Rewrite the sentence using ‘No sooner.... than’.)
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| You are right. | What do you think? | Not necessarily. |
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| “Ma, who woke me up today?” | ||
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