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Section – A Reading Skills [22 Marks] Question 2.
- Thinking, wondered, grief, impacted
- a. Their bodies were growing at haphazard speeds b. Reluctantly they stood with parents or with their grandparents
- haphazard, chronicle, priceless, gradually Section – B Writing Skills [22 Marks] Question 3. Write an e-mail to the principal of your school requesting a change in section. Invent necessary details and also mention the reason. (3) You may copy the given template to write your email. From : To : Cc : Date : Subject: Answer: From : Gaurav.sinha@gmail.com To : dubey.kumar@vidyarthi.org Date : 10th April 20XX Subject: Application for Change of Section Respected Sir/Ma’am Respectfully, I would like to inform you that I am Gaurav Sinha, a student of Class X-B in your school. I request you to change my section from B to A. The reason for this request is that all of my old friends are in another section and I am facing adjustment problems with my new classmates. Also, I do not feel comfortable in this section. I hope you will consider my request as soon as possible. Yours obediently
Gaurav Sinha Class X-B Roll No. 23 Question 4. You recently visited an art gallery and were extremely mesmerized by a piece of art. Describe that piece of art, the artist, and their artistic style in not more than 100 words. [4] Answer: My recent visit to an art gallery left me entranced by a captivating piece entitled “Ethereal Reverie” by the artist Isabella Kline. The artwork, a large canvas bathed in vivid hues of blues and purples, depicted a dreamlike landscape. Abstract yet evocative, it featured swirling, ethereal forms that seemed to dance across the canvas. Isabella Kline’s artistic style is a fusion of abstract expressionism and surrealism, creating a harmonious blend of emotion and imagination. “Ethereal Reverie” transported me to a realm of enchantment, where colors and shapes coalesced into a mesmerizing symphony of the artist’s boundless creativity. Question 5. A. The Union Minister has flagged off a fleet of electric vehicles, an eco-friendly mode of – public transport. Taking tips from the unit ‘Science’ in the MCB write a letter to the editor in about 20 words of a national newspaper on this issue to highlight the point that Electric Vehicles (EVs) are energy efficient and environment friendly. You are Vineet/ Vineeta. (7) Answer: B – 65, Lake Road Chennai – 600086 3rd March, 20XX The Editor The Hindu Chennai Subject Electric Vehicles – Promise for the Future Sir/Ma’am Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I want to highlight the fact that the need to reduce air pollution along with the availability of new advanced batteries has allowed Electric Vehicles (EVs) to appear as a clean alternative to internal combustion vehicles. Electric drive systems are virtually non-polluting and extremely energy efficient. While internal combustion vehicles can convert about 20% of the chemical energy in gasoline into useful work, 75% or more of the energy from a battery has productive power in an electric vehicle. Numerous vehicles including three-wheelers, cars, and scooters on the road contribute to heavy air and noise pollution. The use of electric vehicles can also help us in saving foreign exchange worth crores and will also substantially reduce healthcare costs. Therefore, people should try to use electricity-run vehicles which are energy efficient and environment friendly.
Cues I. Why do we celebrate Earth Day? II. Why is that it should be celebrated everywhere? III. Disasters that are depleting the Earth. IV. Activities to promote saving the Earth. Answer: (a) Title: Embracing Failure: A Stepping Stone to Personal Growth -by Shikha, English Teacher As we journey through life, the path to success is often paved with stumbling blocks and setbacks. It’s essential for us, as learners, to recognise that these obstacles are not roadblocks but rather stepping stones to personal growth. Failure, though daunting, holds a profound lesson in resilience and self-improvement. When we fear failure, we limit ourselves, often avoiding risks that might lead to great accomplishments. Mistakes, however, provide invaluable learning opportunities. Each stumble offers insights that pave the way for progress and innovation. Just as a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly through a process of struggle, we too transform and develop by confronting our shortcomings. Embracing failure fosters resilience and determination. It teaches us that setbacks are temporary, while the lessons learned endure. When we persevere through failures, we build character, courage, and a mindset that welcomes challenges with open arms. So, dear students, let’s change our perspective on failure. It’s not a mark of defeat but rather a badge of courage. Embracing mistakes empowers us to dream big, to learn, and to grow. Let’s not be afraid to stumble; let’s be proud of the lessons we glean from them. Remember, success is not about avoiding failure but about rising stronger every time we fall. OR (b) Earth Day Celebrations -By Akshika Earth Day, celebrated on April 22nd, is not merely a date on the calendar; it is a reminder of our duty to protect the planet we call home. At Brightland Public School, we believe that Earth Day should be celebrated everywhere because environmental issues affect us all, transcending borders and boundaries. In recent years, we’ve witnessed disasters like wildfires, floods,and hurricanes that have devastated our planet. These events are stark reminders of the consequences of our unsustainable actions. To promote Earth Day, our school initiated various eco-friendly campaigns. We organized tree-planting drives, encouraging students to become stewards of nature. We also conducted awareness sessions on reducing plastic usage, emphasizing the importance of recycling. Participating in these campaigns had a profound impact on me. I realized that small actions can create a big change. Earth Day isn’t just about one day of action; it’s about instilling a lifelong commitment to protect our environment. As we celebrate Earth Day, let’s remember that the preservation of our planet is everyone’s responsibility, and together, we can make a significant difference. Section – C Grammar Skills [10 Marks] Question 7. Complete the tasks A – C, as directed.
A. Fill the blanks (i) – (iii) with the appropriate option from those in brackets. (3) Humans have always (i) ………………. (think/thought/thinking) of the moon as living being. In earlier times, it was seen that it had always been changing. As it was the brightest point in the dark sky, humans watched and wondered why it (ii) ……………….. (change/was changing/changed) Humans (iii) ………………. (was/had/were) always afraid of the dark, so the bright light was both welcome and mysterious. Answer: (i) thought (ii) was changing (iii) were B. The following passage has not been edited. There is an error in each line. Write the incorrect word and the correction against the correct blank number. The first one has been done as an example. (4) Answer: Incorrect Correct (a) obstacle obstacles (b) took take (e) goal goals (d) to towards C. Do as directed. (i) Rearrange the following jumbled words/phrases in the given story to create a meaningful sentence. (1) THEY COME OUT IN LARGE NUMBERS DURING RAINY SEASON. (ii) Report the dialogue to complete the paragraph given below. (1 + 1) I) THE TRAFFIC POLICE ASKED US WHERE WE WERE GOING II) THE MAN SHOUTED TO THEM TO LET HIM GO
