002 SAMPLE PAPER ENGLISH By Padhleakshay Time Allowed : 3 Hrs Maximum Marks : 80 (READING SKILLS) 20 Marks I. Read the passage given below. 0 1. The modem classroom has taken several steps forward in its evolution of the learning environment in the past 25 years. Many of the benefits that we have seen in this setting are due to the introduction of new technology options for students. Instead of having a single computer for a class to use or a laboratory environment for the entire school placed in one room, we can now help students lear at their table or desk with items issued to them directly. Thus, there are quite a lot of advantages of having technology in classrooms. ‘Technology helps children to stay motivated during the learning process. Most students don’t like to go to school if they feel like they are wasting their time. When there is technology allowed in the classroom, then teachers have an opportunity to let children work at a pace which suits them the best without disturbing others. They ‘can look up additional information about a subject they are learning about that day, play educational games that reinforce the lesson, or work on advanced material using a program. 3. Because many of today’s technology options allow students to see how well they are doing compared to the average of all users, it gives them a chance to push harder for themselves and their education. Many of the Programs that encourage learning also issue rewards or award certificates, which helps to make the lessons fun as well Technology encourages more communication between teachers and parents. When there is technology in the classroom, then there are more opportunities for parents and teachers to connect with each other. Using a blog for the classroom can help parents get to see what their children are learning each day. Apps and software options allow teachers to instantly report on a child’s behaviour to let parents know in real-time what is happening throughout the day. There are options for chat boxes, instant messaging, and other forms of communication as well, 5. Let’s not forget about email here either. Since the 1990s when this technology option came into the classroom, it created more reliability in messaging between teachers and parents should there be a need to talk. 6. Technology also creates new ways to lear for today’s student. There are three critical forms of intelligence that we see in children today : emotional, creative, and instructional. The traditional classroom environment, which typically encourages lecture-based lessons, focuses more on the latter option. Standardized tests and similar ranking tools do the same. When children have access to technology today, then those who excel outside of the standard learning setup can still achieve their full potential. 7. Technology allows children to embrace their curiosity in multiple ways. They can try new things without embarrassment because their tech access gives them a level of anonymity. This process allows children to work, through trial-and error if they wish, to see if a different strategy helps them to learn more effectively. 8. It even encourages students to stay engaged with their learning environment. Children get bored very easily when they feel like they already know what is being taught in their classroom. Some children will transform into mentors or leaders in this situation to help their fellow students, but there are many more who disengage because they lack stimulation. By introducing technology to the classroom, there are fewer places where repetitive learning must take place. Teachers can introduce new subjects, try new techniques, or use different projects to encourage ongoing learning, which creates more overall engagement. Based on your understanding of the passage, answer the questions given below: 1x10=10 (® Most children don’t like to go to school if : 1 (@) they don’t understand what is being taught in class. (6) they feel like they are wasting their time. 2. 4, www. padhleakshay.com(©) they find class too boring. (d) they can get away with it (id Supply one advantage of having a technology that allows students to sce how well they are doing compared to the average of other students, Z (ii) Select the appropriate option to fill in the blanks: 1 Technology allows children to embrace their __in multiple ways. (@) intelligence (6) hard work (c) curiosity (@) passion (é) State whether the following statement is TRUE or FALSE. 1 Technology creates new ways to leam for today’s student. () Based on your reading of the text, list 2 ways through which technology helps children to stay motivated during the leaming process. 1 1 2. (+i) The three critical forms of intelligence that we see in children today are : 1 1. motivational TL creative II. instructional IV. competitive V. emotional (@ 1, Mand mt ( I, Wand IV (© 0, Mand V @LWandV (vii) Who is a mentor ? Z (@) someone who gives someone help and advice related to something (®) someone who leads someone to become a better person (©) someone who helps someone in their time of need (@ someone who provides a better leaning standard (viii) Infer one reason for the following, based on information in paragraph 7. 1 Children can try new things with the help of technology without embarrassment. (éx) State | method through which technology encourages more communication between teachers and parents.1 (x) Technology helps children to see if.a different strategy helps them to lear more effectively through: 1 (@) hard work and diligence. (©) trial and error method. (6) advanced software programs. (@) strategies and lessons. II, Read the passage given below. 10 1. Uttarakhand is located at the foothills of the Himalayan mountain ranges. The state shares borders with China (Tibet) in the north & Nepal in the east & inter-state boundaries with Himachal Pradesh in the west & northwest & Uttar Pradesh in the south. Hindi, Garhwal & Kumaoni are commonly spoken inthe state. English is the medium of education in many of its schools. Uttarakhand has diverse geographical features ranging from snoweapped ‘mountain peaks in the north to tropical forests in the south; its climate & vegetation vary accordingly. The state ‘was formed in November 2000 by carving out the 13 hill districts of Uttar Pradesh. It was formerly named ‘Uttaranchal 2. The main railway stations in the state are Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee, Kotdwar, Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar, Haldwani, Ramnagar and Kathgodam. Uttarakhand had 339.80 km of rail routes. The state is focusing on increasing the share of railways in cargo and passenger transport. Initiatives have been undertaken to start ‘monorails at Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishikesh, on the inter-city linkage routes. 3. The state has two domestic airports : one at Jolly Grant in the Dehradun district and another at Pant Nagar in the ‘Udham Singh Nagar district. The state intends to position air transport asa reliable all-weather transport option for the hills. With Uttarakhand emerging as a hot tourist and industrial destination, the state government is focussing on upgrading the Jolly Grant airport as an international airport, in coordination with Airports Authority of India. In 2018-19, Dehradun airport handled 7,374 aircraft movements and 709,227 passengers, approximately. www. padhleakshay.comVISION 2022 Transport Strengthen road network in urban areas and upgrade national highways. Develop two major all-weather airports with connectivity to metro cities. Health Affordable healthcare with focus on disease prevention. Provide state funded matemal and child healthcare, especially in rural areas. Tourism Promote the state as a global tourist destination by showcasing its spiritual, cultural and adventure tourism Target 0.5 million international tourists by 2022 Agriculture Improve yield and quality by providing irrigation facilities and latest technology. Create cold chain infrastructure and success to market intelligence for farmers. Infrastructure Hamess hydro-power for 100% electrification in the state and supply power to other states, Connect major cities through multi-lane highways and proper roads for villages. Environment Promote the state as a green economy by focusing on section such as IT. Agriculture, tourism, hydro-power and education. 100% solid waste management, waste water treatment and recycling. Industries Become a world leader in green energy by leveraging hydro-power potential Promote micro and small enterprises. Education of skill + Quality primary education to be provided to all children. development Job oriented vocational training facilities and establishment of higher education institutions. Based on your understanding of the passage, answer the questions given below: © Which of the following language is not a commonly spoken language in Uttarakhand? @ Kumaoni (© Hindi (© Punjabi @ Garhwali @ State whether the following statement is TRUE or FALSE: The state of Uttarakhand was formed by carving out the 11 hill districts of Uttar Pradesh. (ii) Which of the following states/countries do not surround Uttarakhand from any side? 10 1 (@) Uttar Pradesh (®) Nepal (© China (@ Bangladesh (i) Based on your reading of the text, list any 2 features of Uttarakhand, 1 1 2. (9) When talking about environment, by 2022, Uttarakhand wants t I. have perfect waste water management in the state I. harness hydropower for 100 % electricity in the state TIL. have a 100 % solid waste management in the state TV. promote the state as a green economy (@) Iand IT (6) Land TT (©) 0, Wand IV @ I, Mand Iv (vi Choose an option that lists the main factors considered in Uttarakhand’s vision of 2022, 1 1. Education 2. Agriculture 3. Development 4. Transport 5. Tourism 6. Mining 7. Environment (@) 1,2,4,5and7 (6) 2,3,4,Sand7 —(c) 3, 4,5, 6 and 7 @ 1,3,4,6and7 (vii) Supply 1 point to justify the following: Uttarakhand is emerging as a hot tourist and industrial destination, www. padhleakshay.com(itty What is the international tourist visitation target of the state of Uttarakhand by the year 20222 1 (éx) Complete the following analogy correctly with a word from paragraph 2: rickshaw : camry :: elevator: (Clue : Just like a rickshaw is used to carry people, similarly an elevator is used t0..) (x) Which of the following clearly explains the meaning of the word ‘initiatives’? 1 (a) standards (6) visions (©) talks (d) measures mm. (GRAMMAR) 10 Marks Attempt ANY TEN of the following questions. 10 (@ Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the sentence: 1 ‘One of my friends the violin. (@) play © plays (© playing (@ had playing (i Read the conversation between Elephant King and Rabbit. Complete the sentence by reporting the Rabbit's reply. 1 Elephant King : Pray, who are you and what do you want? Rabbit: I am an ambassador from His Majesty Chandra the Moon. Elephant King asked Rabbit who he was and what he wanted to which Rabbit replied 5 1 (iii) Select the correct option to fill in the blank. It’s pretty hot in the desert at this time of year. If we are going to do some hiking, we take at least two or three quarts of water with us. (@ may (6) had better (6) have got to @ stall (iv) Sclect the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the following line. 1 ‘The maximum number of people errs when it comes to obeying traffic signals. @ number numbers ® ens er © ‘comes come @ obeying obey, (») Fill in the blank with the correct option. i I don't know how to help you. Try asking Victor for help. He bbe able to find a solution. (@) might © must © will @ has to (vi Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the brackets. 1 Once Sydney Smith, being asked his name, found to his dismay that he had (forgot) his own name. (vid) Report the dialogue between a pastor and a child by completing the sentence, 1 Pastor: Will you kneel down, child? Child: No, I won’t kneel, for ifI do, I shall spoil my new trousers. In response to the pastor's question about kneeling down, the child replied : (iii) Identify the error in the given sentence and supply the correction, See here, Mr. Allison, give me the break, won't you. I've got to get a story or an editor will fireme. 1 — (é) The teacher seeing the children sitting and doing nothing asked them a question. Report her question. 1 Why are you all sitting there doing nothing? www. padhleakshay.com(x) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option. 1 The machine ‘on by flipping this switch, (@) can tum’ (8) can be turned (6) can be turning (@) can be turn (xi) Select the correct option to complete the narration of the dialogue between Sita and Gita 1 Sita: Could you have dinner with me tomorrow? Gita: No, thank you. I have to study tomorrow for my test. Sita invited Gita to have dinner with her the next day. Gita politely declined saying 5 (@) that she had to study the next day for her test. (b) that she will study the next day for her test (©) that she have to study the next day for her test (d) that she could study the next day for her test, (xii) Identify the error in the following sentence and supply the correction. 1 ‘The New York Times Food Festival appeal to the city foodies, thanks to Base Design — The Brand Identity, error UP? Weorreetion Wv. (CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS) 10 Marks Alll the names and addresses used in the questions are fictitious. Resemblance, if any, is purely coincidental, 1, Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below. 8 A. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily urging the people to switch over to solar energy to conserve clectricity and reduce electricity bills. You are Sumit Sumitra of 29, Panchsheel Garden, New Delhi (100-120 words) OR B. Youare Ritika Jain/Ritesh Jain of 26, Panchsheel Nagar, Delhi. This year, on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, the residents of your society have decided to celebrate the festival using environment friendly colours, material for decoration, etc, But the workers ofthe event management company hired by your society failed to comply with the given instructions. Write a complaint letter to the Manager of Aura Event Management, 97, Ranjeet Vihar, Delhi to show your disappointment towards these workers, 2. Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below. 5 ‘A. The given table records the number of employees working in Golden Automobiles in various departments from 2015 to 2019. Give an analytical description of the table in your own words, Also give necessary comparisons and contrasts wherever possible. (100-120 words) a = fainber of Employees ah [ Corporate Keo 2015 500 450 2016 450 620 2017 300 900 2018 5000 800 350 1230 2019 5050. 750 360 1300 OR B. Read the following excerpt from a daily national newspaper. To have a fair complexion is an obsession in our society. Demand for fair brides in matrimonial columns and sale of fairness creams are evidence enough. There is a need for increasing inner beauty Write a paragraph in 100-120 words to analyse the given argument. You could think about what alternative explanations might weaken the given conclusion and include rationale evidence that would strengthen / counter the given argument www. padhleakshay.com(LITERATURE) 40 Marks Y. Reference to the Context 10 1, Attempt ANY ONE of two extracts given. s ‘A. [was safe! I tured to look for my friend in the black aeroplane, but the sky was empty. There was nothing there. The black aeroplane was gone. I could not see it anywhere. I landed and was not sorry to walk away from the old Dakota near the control tower. I went and asked a woman in the control centre where I was and who the other pilot was. I wanted to say “Thank you’. She looked at me very strangely, and then laughed. “Another aeroplane? Up there in this storm? No other aeroplanes were flying tonight. Yours was the only one 1 could see on the radar.” So, who helped me. Questions: (@ Complete the following sentence appropriately. 1 ‘The narrator exclaimed that he was “safe”, the most immediate threat to the narrator's safety was (i Select the option that correctly tracks the progression of emotions experienced by the narrator in the given extract. 1 (@) excited — surprised — relieved — grateful — perplexed (6) relieved ~ confused — curious — dejected ~ panic-stricken (©) optimistic — lonely — calm — elated — appreciative (d) triumphant - reassured inquisitive — thankful - uncertain (iii) Why do you think the woman in the control centre laughed? 1 (») Filled with questions, the narrator decides to place an advertisement in the local newspaper to look for his “friend”. 1 Read the advertisement given below and select the option that includes the most appropriate solution for the blanks: Looking for a pilot of a black aeroplane who (1) an old Dakota out of storm clouds late last night, but (2) before the Dakota pilot could express his gratitude after landing. Though control centre and radar did not (3) its presence, the Dakota pilot would really appreciate if his friend reached out. Please contact the Dakota pilot at 5200100110, In deep gratitude and eager ()__, XxX (a) (J) guided; (2) disappeared; (3) register; (4) anticipation (6) (J) took; (2) landed; (3) acknowledge; (4) appreciation (©) (2) brought; (2) went away; (3) confirm; (4) expectation (d) (J) helped; (2) vanish; (3) make note; (4) excitement () Choose the option that correctly matches the idioms in Column A to the story’s events in column B 1 1. Every cloud has a silver lining (@) The narrator really wanted to have a hearty English ‘breakfast, even though he really ought to have turned back. 2. To be on cloud nine (©) The man in the other plane waved at the narrator and asked him to follow, closely drawing him out. 3. To have your head in the clouds (©) The compass and other instruments stopped working. The radio was dead too. 4, Gathering clouds (@) And there it was ~ the well-lit runway. An airport. The narrator could safely land. . (a) 1-@); 2-0); 3-0) 4-(@) (b) 1-(€); 2-(a); 3-(@); 440) (6) 1a); 2-0); 340); 4), (d) 1-(b); 2-(d); 3-(a); 4-(c) www. padhleakshay.comOR B. The entire staff was roused and maids rushed in and out bringing his day bed, his night bed, favourite cushions, toys and rubber rings, breakfast bowl, lunch bowl, supper bowl. Realising that my car would never hold all the stuff, I started to drive away. As I moved off, Mrs Pumphrey, with a despairing cry, threw an armful of the little coats through the window. I looked in the mirror before I turned the comer of the drive; everybody was in tears. Out on the road, I glanced down at the pathetic litle animal gasping on the seat by my side. I patted the head and Tricki made a brave effort to wag his tail. “Poor old lad,” I said. “You haven't a kick in you but think I know a cure for you.” Questions (@ What did the narrator see through the rear mirror of his car on the tum? 1 (G Given below are emoticons reflecting various expressions and reactions. Choose the option that correctly describes the narrator's mindset in the given extract. u o @ @) ® 6 (a) Options (1) and (3) (6) Options (2) and (4) (©) Options (3) and (5) (@ Options (2) and (5) (iii) Given below are some well-known quotes shared by the staff to console Mrs Pumphrey after Tricki’s departure. Choose the option that correctly identifies the quote that is NOT appropriate to the consolation offered. 1 a) @ (a) Option (1) (©) Option (2) (©) Option (3) @ Option (4) (iv) As the extract indicates, Mrs Pumphrey indulged Tricki and bought him many things. Choose the option that best describes the kinds of advertisement/s that seem likely to persuade Mrs Pumphrey to buy something for Tricki. 1 1. Statisties Appeal: Such advertisements use facts and data to convince consumers to buy products. 2. Searcity Appeal: Such advertisements create a feeling of exclusivity and are often used to convince people to take advantage of a sale or limited period offer. 3. Personal Appeal: Such advertisements focus on evoking emotions to convince consumers and often relate to family or other inter-personal interactions, 4, Fear Appeal: Such advertisements focus on inspiring some kind of fear to convince consumers to take action in order to avoid certain negative or undesirable consequences. @ Options (1), (2) and (4) © Options (3) and (4) 7 (©) Options (1), (3) and (4) @ Option (2) only (®) The narrator describes Tricki as a “pathetic little animal”. The use of the word ‘pathetic’ indicates that the narrator thought Tricki was contemptible. (TRUE/FALSE) 1 www. padhleakshay.com2. Attempt any one of two extracts given below. s ‘A. But he’s locked in a concrete cell, His strength behind bars, Stalking the length of his cage, Ignoring visitors. He heats the last voice at night, The patrolling cars, Questions, (@ The main contrasting idea suggested by the extract is that of _ 1 i Choose the image that best describes the condition of the tiger based on the given extract. 1 @ a Q) @) 4) (a) Image (1) (8) Image (2) (©) Image (3) (@) Image (4) (iii) Which option correctly lists the reason for the tiger ‘stalking the length of his cage”? 1 (@) Animals tend to cover large distances and bum a lot of their energy by hunting for prey, in their natural habitat. Zoos deprive them of such stimulation and they are restless and bored. (©) Animals are scared of visitors gazing at them in their unnatural surroundings. Zoos are places where animals are far removed from the privacy of their natural habitat. (©) Animals dislike human noises in the city and react to them aggressively. Zoos are often located in cities, or outskirts (@ Animals require human love and care and miss this when in captivity. Zoos are places where they walk around mechanically to attract human attention. (i») Which option identifies a patrolling car correctly? Oey Ee act Be a). @) @ (@ Option (1) ) ontin @) (©) Option (3) (@ Option (4) (©) State whether the following statement is TRUE or FALSE according to the extract. The tiger ignores the visitors because he knows that none would help him out of captivity. OR B. Isit inside, doors open to the veranda writing long letters in which I scarcely mention the departure of the forest from the house. ‘The night is fresh, the whole moon shines in a sky still open the smell of leaves and lichen still reaches like a voice into the rooms. ‘Questions (@ Complete the following sentence appropriately. ‘The poet talks about the house as a place of www. padhleakshay.com(Gi The poct uses the indefinite article for ‘sky" instead of the definite one, This is so because the poet is referring : (2) the ceiling of the verandah as ‘a sky’ versus the door kept open, being ‘the sky’ ' (0) some part of the sky still eft open for women to explore, away from limitations set by society norms, (0) the opportunities symbolized by an open sky outside can be utilized by a single woman. (4) The portion of the sky bathed in moontight versus the part that is still dark. (iii) The extract uses ‘open’ twice, suggesting different meanings. Pick the option that lists the correct meanings, respectively 1 (@) entry point-vastness (6) sharing a common space-great view (6) allowing access and vision-expanse of space (d) advantage-obstacles ahead (i) Choose the option that DOES NOT state the meaning of the italicised words, ‘J scarcely mentior (@ tactfully (hardly (©) barely @ only just (©) What does the smell of leaves and lichens resemble? 1 VI. Attempt ANY FOUR of the following in about 40-50 words each. 4x3=12 ( Why was 10th of May, 1994 a red letter day in the history of South Africa? 3 (ii) How do the most laidback individuals become to the life of high-energy adventures in Coorg? 3 (iii), Why was Mijbil christened Maxwell's otter? 3 () From what Ihave tasted of desire 3 Thold with those who favour fire. ‘Why does the poet hold with those who favour fire? (#) Describe the struggle of the roots, leaves, small twigs and long boughs to free themselves and break open the artificial barriers created by man. 3 VII. Answer ANY TWO of the following in about 40-50 words each. 2*3=6 (® Why did Hari Singh think that Anil’s job was queer? 3 (ii) How did Richard Ebright excite the scientific world at the age of twenty- two? 3 (iid) What social attitudes are presented in the story, ‘Bholi’? How does Bholi’s teacher help her overcome these barriers? 3 VIII. Answer ANY ONE of the following in about 100-120 words. 1*6=6 (@ Hesitations and fears play necessary parts in human life but we get success in any enterprise only when we overcome our doubts, hesitations and fears. Justify this statement in the light of the young seagull’s efforts to muster courage to fly in the air. 6 OR (i) When Valli visited the outside world she came to know how a twist comes in one's life which completely destroys one's life. Amanda also yearns to visit outside world, She thinks her mother often scolds her on her minor mistakes. Assume they both meet each other in the schoo! and have a conversation in which Amanda shares her willingness to leave her home; but Valli convinces her that no place is better than one's home. Write this conversation on the basis of your understanding of the story Madam Rides the Bus and the poem Amanda ‘You may begin like this Amanda: Valli, Lam fed up with the constant nagging by my mother. I want to live in the hostel of this school ‘for a long duration. Valli: Oh , this is your misconception that the hostel life would be better than the life at your home. IX. Answer ANY ONE of the following in about 100-120 words. 1x6=6 (i In the story, Ausable shows great ‘presence of mind,” or the ability to think quickly, and act calmly and wisely, in a situation of danger and surprise. Give examples from your own experience, or narrate a story, which shows someone’s presence of mind, 6 OR (ii) Draw a pen-portrait (character-sketch) of Matilda (Mrs, Loisel) in about 100-120 words. www. padhleakshay.com