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Read the extract given below:
| (1) | Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because a retired civil engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir Government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. |
| (2) | Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000 - 3,500 meters above sea level, has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture is completely dependent on glacier melt, unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years, with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the extreme winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. |
| (3) | It is located between the natural glacier above and the village below. The one closer to the village and lowest in altitude melts first, providing water during April-May, the crucial sowing season. Further, layers of ice above melt with the increasing temperature, thus ensuring continuous supply to the fields.
Therefore, farmers have been able to manage two crops instead of one. It costs about 1,50,000 and above to create a glacier. |
| (4) |
Fondly called the glacier man, he has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort, he was conferred the Padma Shri by The President of India. |
| (5) |
There are a few basic steps followed while creating an artificial glacier. River or stream water at high altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter ie., in November, the diverted water is made to flow on sloping hills facing distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools which freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an ‘artificial glacier’. |
Based on your understanding of the extract, answer the questions below:
- Infer one reason for, the following, based on information in paragraph 1. (1)
Areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortage but life didn't grind to a halt. - Select from the passage the appropriate option to fill in the blanks: (1)
Agriculture is completely dependent on ______ unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India.- rainfall pattern
- climate change
- glaciers melt
- extreme winter conditions
- Complete the following analogy correctly with a word/phrase from paragraph 3: (1)
Icing : cake :: layers : ______. - Select the correct option to complete the following sentence: (1)
At the start of winter the diverted water is made to flow ______.- on sloping hills facing distribution channels.
- on high altitude.
- on ice-cold water level.
- on mountain range.
- From the chart select the months of water surplus. (1)
- January, February.
- November, December.
- July, August, September.
- March, April
- Fill in the blank by selecting from the passage the correct option: (1)
The ______ have been the only source of water in areas in and around Ladakh.
- glaciers
- rivers
- streams
- water springs
- The word 'located' in paragraph 3 means: (1)
- found
- locally found
- situated
- adapted
- Write any two steps followed while creating the glaciers. (1)
- List one reason why artificial glaciers seem the best option. (1)
- Select the most suitable title from the following for the passage: (1)
- Water Shortage.
- New Ways Pool Water.
- Artificial Glacier.
- River Beds.
Concept: Unseen Passage Comprehension
Attempt a character sketch of Anne Frank.
Concept: From the Diary of Anne Frank
Anne Frank's statement, "What one Christian does is his own responsibility, what one Jew does reflects on all Jews" presents not only hatred for the Jews but also their pitiable condition in the world. Comment.
Concept: From the Diary of Anne Frank
Why does Amanda wish to be a mermaid?
Concept: Amanda!
Amanda's mother gives her a list of do's and don'ts. What impact does this have on Amanda?
Concept: Amanda!
Fill in any four of the following blanks choosing the most appropriate options from the ones given below. Write the answers in your answer sheet against the correct blank numbers.
He will fly (a) _____________ Madras (b) ____________ 7th December. The plane (c) ___________ reach Madras (d) __________ 11:00 am. He (e) _____________ Stay at Hotel Plaza.
(a) (i) in (ii) on (iii) to (iv) after
(b) (i) on (ii) in (iii) for (iv) from
(c) (i) may (ii) can (iii) will (iv) could
(d) (i) for (ii) at (iii) ob (iv) by
(e) (i) could (ii) will (iii) shall (iv) must
Concept: Make a Sentence
The following paragraph has not been edited. There is an error in each line. Write the error along with its correction in the space provided. Do any four.
| Error | Correction | |
| More than two-thirds in the world's | e.g in | of |
| large cities are on areas sensitive | (i)_______________ | _______________ |
| over global warming and rising sea level | (ii)_______________ | _______________ |
| Millions of people face a risk | (iii)_______________ | _______________ |
| of being swamp by floods | (iv)_______________ | _______________ |
| and storms according by a study. | (v)_______________ | _______________ |
Concept: Spotting Errors
Chubukov suspicious one accused when Lomov comes to his house. Explain.
Concept: The Proposal
You are Ambica / Mohit, Librarian, High Scope Public School, Hauz Khas, Delhi. Write a letter to Jindal Publishers, Pratap Vihar, Delhi to place an order for English to Hindi dictionaries, illustrated children's encyclopedia, fiction books, etc. for your school library. Request them for a catalogue, discount offered, mode of payment, and time taken for delivery. (100-120 words)
Concept: Letter Writing
Good health plays an important role in the life of a student. Students should not neglect their health. Good health is essential for good performance in studies as well.
Write an article on the topic, 'How can students keep fit and healthy?' You are Arun/Anita, 1489, Hem Kunt Apartments, Delhi. (100-120 words).
Concept: Article Writing
Develop a short story in 150-200 words with the help of a given beginning. Suggest a suitable title also.
It was a lovely rainy day. I was enjoying a cup of tea while sitting on the balcony of my Ist floor flat. Suddenly I felt dizzy and the cup feel from my hand I ............
Concept: Story Writing
Develop a short story in 150-200 words with the help of a given beginning. Suggest a suitable title also.
Reena, a 10-year-old brave girl lived in a slum with her relatives. One day when she was alone at home.............
Concept: Story Writing
The given pie-chart shows how water is consumed in households in a metropolitan city in India. Study the information carefully and write a paragraph in about 100-120 words drawing a comparative analysis of water consumption. Emphasize on wasteful water consumption and suggest possible ways to save water.
Concept: Paragraph Writing
The chart below gives the percentage of social media users by age in India in 2020. Write a paragraph analysing the given information drawing comparisons among age groups in 100-120 words.
Internet Activities by Age Group
| Age Group | |||||||
| Activity % | Teens | 20s | 30s | 40s | 50s | 60s | 70s |
| Get News | 76 | 73 | 76 | 75 | 71 | 74 | 70 |
| Online games | 81 | 54 | 37 | 29 | 25 | 25 | 32 |
| Downloads | 52 | 46 | 27 | 15 | 13 | 8 | 6 |
| Product Research | 0 | 79 | 80 | 83 | 79 | 74 | 70 |
| Buying a product | 43 | 68 | 69 | 68 | 67 | 65 | 41 |
| Searching for people | 5 | 31 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 29 | 27 |
Concept: Paragraph Writing
Answer the following question in 30-40 words:
Why is Mrs. Pumphrey responsible for Tricki’s condition?
Concept: A Triumph of Surgery
Explain why the poet personally holds the conviction that the world will primarily end in fire?
(Fire and Ice)
Concept: Fire and Ice
Dr. Herriot knew his patients as well as their owners really well. Discuss.
(A Triumph of Surgery)
Concept: A Triumph of Surgery
Read the given extract and answer the following questions.
| But if it had to perish twice, I think I know enough of hate To say that for destruction ice Is also great And would suffice. |
i. Fill the blank with one word. (1)
When the speaker says that ice could also bring about the end of the world, he refers to _______ as the means for destruction.
ii. What does the speaker’s alignment with those who favour ice suggest? (1)
iii. Which of the following best describes the speaker's attitude towards destruction caused by ice?
- Indifferent
- Fearful
- Dismissive
- Respectful
iv. Comment on the poet’s use of language in these lines. (2)
Concept: Fire and Ice
Explain how the description of the devastation caused by the hailstorm reflects the sadness within Lencho, in A Letter to God.
Refer to the given lines, from the text -
Not a leaf remained on the trees. The corn was totally destroyed. The flowers were gone from the plants. Lencho’s soul was filled with sadness.
Concept: A Letter to God
The story, A Triumph of Surgery is a powerful example of the importance of saying “no”. Explain.
Concept: A Triumph of Surgery
