Al. True/False
Read the following sentences and state whether they are true or false. Correct the false statements and rewrite them.
A) Soapy broke the glass of the shop window.
Ans True Soapy broke the glass of the shop window.
B)Nobody heard the breaking of the glass window.
Ans false – some man and a police man heard the breaking of the glass of the shop window
C) The policeman chased Soapy.
Ans false – the police man didn’t chase Soapy, instead the policeman chase the man running to catch a car.
D)Soapy did not run away from the place.
Ams=True- Soapy did not run away from the place.
A2. Rearrange
Rearrange the following statements in order of their occurrence in the extract.
(a) The policeman refused to accept Soapy even as a clue.
(b) Soapy took a stone and dashed it through the glass.
(c) "Now, get busy and call a cop," said Soapy.
(d) Soapy, with disgust in his heart, drifted along twice unsuccessful.
Ans=B)
A)
D)
C)
A3. Guess
Read the following sentences and write down what it means.
(a) "Don't you think that I might have had something to do with it?"
Ans= Soapy was giving a clue to the policeman to encourage him to catch him and send him to the prison.
(b) He told the waiter the fact that the minutest coin and himself were total strangers,
Ans=He(soapy ) told the waiter that he had not a single penny /money to pay his bill.
A4)
A4. Personal response:
Suppose you are a manager of a hotel, a poor boy has taken dinner in the hotel and then he found, he has not enough money to pay the bill. Describe how you will react in the situation.
Ans= I will offer him some food and also a glass of water to drink. I will inquired about his family and try to help him and his family.
AS. Language study:
(1) On the opposite side of the street was a restaurant of no great pretensions.
(Make the above sentences simple)
Ans. (The sentence itself is simple sentence )
(ii) Men who smash windows do not remain to chat with the police.
(Make the above sentences simple)
Ans- Men, smashing Windows don't remain to chat with the police.
Or
Smashing Windows,men,don't remain to chat with the police
A6. Vocabulary:
Match the following words in column 'A' with their meanings in column 'B'.
Column 'A' Column 'B'
(a) gibberish (1) magic
(b) enchantment 2) nab
(c) arrest 3) meaningless speech
(d) pitched (4) threw
Ans
a) 2
b) 1
c) 4
d) 3
Bl. Grammar/Language Study (Non-Textual Grammar) — Do as directed :
(1) We can accept our life gracefully. (Rewrite using modal auxiliary showing 'compulsion')
Ans. We must accept our life gracefully. Or
we have to accept our life gracefully. Or we ought to accept our life gracefully.
(ii) As I entered the post office, the Post Master presented me with a telegram. (Begin the sentence with "No sooner........)
Ans= No sooner did I enter the post office then the Postmaster presented me with a telegram.
(iii) The mother looks after her child. (Make it a rhetorical question)
Ans. Doesn't the mother look after her child? or does the mother not look after her child?
B2. Spot the error in the given sentence and rewrite the correct sentence
1) summers in Delhi are extreme hot.
Ans. Summers in Delhi are extremely hot.
Q. 2. (A) Read the extract and complete the activities given below: (12)
"I don't believe in taking the right decisions. I take decisions, I take decisions and then make them right." One of them make them right. One of the Ratan Tata's inspiring words which made me dream beyond shadows. I feel fortunate that I discovered him in the early stage of my life and now I am using his teachings to mould my future the way I want.
Even though Ratan Tata was born in a very posh family of India, he never took money and power for granted. He graduated from Riverdale country from New York, Ratan
Tata began his career in the Tata Group working on the shop floor of Tata Steel. After working for almost 10 years he was appointed as the director-in-charge of the National Radio and Electronics Company Limited (NEL.CO) in order to help its struggling finances. He worked hard building a better consumer electronics division but the economic recession and union strikes prevented him from achieving success and this success helped Tata to be appointed as the chairman of the Tata Group of companies. He started with a very basic job in his father's company and today he owns a billion dollar company.
The tag of greatness does not come without making any sacrifices and this tag on Ratan Tata suits to its best.
Tata group launched its passenger car Tata Indica in the year 1998 but Tata Indica was a failure in its first year and the experiment seemed to be failing. Many people started advising Ratan Tata that he should sell the passenger car business. Ratan Tata also agreed to this and a proposal was given to Ford, they showed interest too. The three-hour meeting at Ford headquarters in Detroit, chairman of Ford (Bill Ford) said to Ratan Tata, "Why did you enter in the passenger car business when you were not knowing of it. It will be a favour if we buy this business from you."
Ratan Tata decided to move back home. While travelling he was very tense as the feeling of being insulted was on his
mind. After earlier failures, Tata Motors did well with its business of passenger cars but in the same period, Ford did very bad. In 2008 when Ford was on its way of bankruptcy, Tata Group offered Ford to buy its luxury car brand, Jaguar Land Rover. Ford arrived in Mumbai for the meeting. In the meeting, Bill Ford said to Ratan Tata, you are doing a big favour for us by buying- Jaguar-Land Rover is now owned by Tata Group and is currently making profits.
Al. Rewrite the following sentences as per their occurrence in the extract:
(a) He was appointed as the Director-in-charge of the National Radio and Electronics Company Limited.
(b) Tata Group launched its passenger car Tata Indica' in the year 1998.
(c) Bill Ford said to Ratan Tata, "You are doing a big favour for us by buying Jaguar-Land Rover."
(d) He graduated from Riverdale country from New York.
Ans=D)He graduated from Riverdale country from New York.
A)He was appointed as the Director-in-charge of the National Radio and Electronics Company Limited.
B)Tata Group launched its passenger car Tata Indica' in the year 1998.
C)Bill Ford said to Ratan Tata, "You are doing a big favour for us by buying Jaguar-Land Rover."
A2. Explain:
The writer says, "I don't believe in taking right decisions, I take decisions and then make them right."
Ans. . Ratan Tata said this line, it shows the capacity of taking decisions and also his confidence. Ratan Tata's positive attitude and firmness and also capacity to face any challenges
A3) Give reason
Ratan Tata decided to sell his passenger car business.
Ans.Ratan Tata decided to sell his Passenger car business because in its first year in 1998. He faced loss in the business of Passenger car.
A4)Personal Response:
Right decision at the right time is important for success.
Express your opinion.
Ans. Yes it's true.I think that right decision at the right time is very important for our success when we take proper decision it will impact on our future and so we get success
A5) Grammar:
Do as directed.
(1) He worked hard building a better consumer electronics division.
(Rewrite the sentence using the infinitive form of the underlined word)
Ans. He worked hard to build a better consumer electronics division. Or
He worked to build hard a better consumer electronics division.
2)Tata Group launched the passenger car Tata Indica. (Rewrite it beginning with The passenger car Tata Indica.......)
Ans. The Passenger car TATA Indica was launched by Tata Group.
A6. Vocabulary :
Give antonyms.
(1) Profit= loss / failure
(2) Prevent= allow/ permit/ start/ help
(B) Summary Writing:(3)marks
Write a summary of the above extract with a suitable title with the help of the given points/hints.
Ratan Tata's early career -- early setback in passenger car business --his meeting with Bill Ford- - his success in passenger car business --purchase of Ford's Land Rover and Jaguar.
(C) Mind Mapping (3)marks
Develop a Mind-Map using your ideas and concepts
to develop the topic 'Proper Time Management.'
(i) Using the title connect your thoughts
(2) Use your own design for branching and general
structure
(3) Try making 2-3 main and 2-3 subbranches
SECTION - II: POETRY
(Poetry and Appreciation)
Q. 3. (A) Read the extract and complete the activities given below:
Afoot and light-hearted I take to the open road,
Healthy, free, the world before me,
The long brown path before me leading wherever I choose.
Henceforth I ask not good fortune,
I myself am good fortune,
Henceforth I whimper no more, postpone no more, need nothing,
Done with indoor complaints, libraries, querulous criticisms,
Strong and content I travel the open road.
The earth, that is sufficient,
I do not want the constellations any nearer,
I know they are very well where they are,
I know they suffice for those who belong to them.
Still here I carry my old delicious burdens,
I carry them, men and women, I carry them with me
wherever I go,
I swear it is impossible for me to get rid of them in return.
Al. Complete the web diagram about the qualities needed
on the journey of life:
Qualities needed
on the journey
of life.=1) health 2) free 3)contentment 4)strength /strong 5) light hearted ness
A2. Analyse the line- I asked not good fortune, I myself i am good fortune.
Ans= poet doesn't believe in Fortune he is not a fertilised he wants to create Fortune he has full confidence in his good fortune.
A3. Personal response :
Explain the importance of long path / road in man's life.
A4. Poetic Device:
Identify and explain the figure of speech in the following line.
Still here I carry old delicious burdens.
Ans= Inversion= the word order of the sentence is not proper
Or
Transfer epithet = an adjective delicious is transferred to burdens.
Or
Paradox =an unbelievable statement is mentioned here
AS. Poetic creativity:
Complete the given lines using your imagination.
There is no way leading back.
I move forward.................
On my way, looking for something new
and experience this new life.
(B) Appreciation :
Read the given extract and write an appreciation of the poem using the following points.
Is anybody happier because you passed his way?
Does anyone remember that you spoke to him today?
This day is almost over, and its toiling time is through;
Is there anyone to utter now a kindly word of you?
Did you give a cheerful greeting to the friend who came along?
Or a churlish sort of "Howdy" and then vanish in the throng?
Were you selfish pure and simple as you rushed along the way,
Or is someone mighty grateful for a deed you did today?
Can you say tonight, in imparting with the days that's slipping fast,
That you helped a single brother of the many that you passed?
Is a single heart rejoicing over what you did or said;
Does a man whose hopes were fading now with courage look ahead?
Points: 1)Title of the poem, name of the poet.
2) Theme
3) Poetic devices, language
4) Values
5) Your opinion about the poem.
SECTION - III
(Writing Skills)
Q. 4. (A) Complete the activities as per the instructions given below : (4) [16]
(Any one)(100-150words)
(1) You are Gopal, a receptionist, in the office of a company manufacturing garments. A sales manager Mr. Deshmukh visited and handed over the sales report to be submitted to the general manager who was busy attending a meeting.
Mr. Deshmukh :
Hallow! I am here to submit the
available sales report to the
General Manager.
Gopal
I am sorry but the General Manager
is in the meeting. Can you leave a
message for him along with the
reports?
Mr. Deshmukh
Sorry, I have to leave immediately
to collect the other reports. Please
inform the General Manager, that
I had to leave immediately and I
will see him in the evening at 5:30
P.M. with other reports. Thank
you.
As a receptionist draft a virtual message for the General
OR
2)Statement of Purpose: (100-150)
You are so much interested in fashion designing. You have also participated in the various competitions and have shown your talent. Your friend is assisting you to make the career in fashion designing.
Draft a statement of purpose that will help you to get admission for the course in fashion designing at M. Rajeshwar College Arts, Hubli, Karnataka.
OR
(3) Group Discussion: (100-150)
You along with your friends Sujit, Rohit and Kishor discussing their likes and dislikes. But all are fascinated with the reading habit. Write a short group discussion in the form of dialogue telling the importance of reading for enhancing knowledge.
(B) Attempt 'Any One' of the following activities: (100-150words )
(1)
E-mail writing(100-150words)
Imagine that you are a shopkeeper of gift articles. A
customer had given order for purchasing articles but
you have some difficulties for giving delivery in time
due to shortage. Write an email to him/her apologising
for the delay.
OR
Report Writing:(100-150words)
(2) You are a representative of the N.S.S. unit of your college. Write a brief report of the camp in which various social activities including cleanliness have been conducted by all the participants.
OR
Interview Questions:(100-150words)
(3) Imagine that you have met with the topper in M.P.S.C. Examination. You wish to interview of him/her to know his/her journey of success. Prepare a set of 8 to 10 questions to be asked.
Ans=
Good Morning Sir/ Mam,
Thank you for taking some time for us. We are lucky to have an interview of you. I would like to know about your journey towards success.Shall I processed ?
Questions!
*How was your journey from school to be a M.P.S.C topper?
*Have you ever thought that, you will be become topper in this exam ?
*Have you ever faced any obstacle in your journey?
* How did you overcome on those obstacles ?
*Who inspire you most ?
*Whom you would like to give Credit of your sucess?
*How you have done your preparation? Give Some information.
* When and why you decided to give this exam ?
*How was your reaction, you know that you are the topper of this exam ?
* Would you like to give any message to upcoming /new students who wants to give this exam and wanted to be a topper like you ?
Thank you mam, for giving such a beautiful time and by talking with us, I have also inspired so much.
Speech Writing:(100-150words)
(1) You wish to take part in the elocution competition which is organised by your college cultural committee. Prepare a speech on the topic "Mask for safety".
(2) Compering: (100-150 words)
On the occasion of the inaugural function of 'Sports Day' you have been the responsibility to compere:
Draft a script of the same. Use the following points.
-Brief introduction
-Lighting the lamp/Inauguration
-Welcome the guests
-Chief guest's address
-Vote of thanks
OR
Expansion of Idea: (100-150words)
(3) Expand the following idea by using the points
"Time and tide wait for none".
-Meaning of the proverb
-Importance of time
-Proper time management
-Add your own points
(D) Attempt 'Any One' of the following activities:
Film Review:(100-150words)
(1) Write a review of a film which you liked most with the help of following points.
-Story / Theme
-Special features of direction
-Producer/Director
-Characters: Conflict
-Music / Dance / Songs / Photography etc.
-Your opinion
Blog writing:
(2) Write a blog in appropriate format on "Necessity of Social awareness" regarding cleanliness/Hygiene in about
100 to 150 words.
OR
Appeal:
(3) Prepare an appeal to inculcate the habit :
Slogans
Use persuasive appeal
Its necessity for development
SECTION - IV
(LITERARY GENRE - NOVEL)
Q. 5. (A) Complete the activities given below as per the instructions: (4) [16]
(i) Match the following items from column-A with those from the column-B:
Ans=
(a) Murasaki Sikibu=iv) Tale of Genji
(B)Jonathan swift =(i) Gulliver's Travels(c) John Bunyan= The Pilgrim's Progress
(d) Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay= (iii) Raja Mohan's Wife
(ii) Pick the odd word out:
(a) Amit Ghosh, Vikram Seth, Henry Fielding, Amita Desai.
(b) plot, novella, setting, theme
(c) place, time, climate, epistolary
(d) horror, mystery, picaresque, thriller
Ans=A=Henry fielding
B=Novella
C=Epistolary
D=picaresque
(B) Answer in about 50 words the questions given below:
(i) Describe how Ricky Braithwaite manage to bring about a change in the behaviour of his students.(2marks)
(ii) How does Mr. Braithwaite manage to increase the cultural exposure of the class?
(2)marks
(C) Answer the following:
(i) Describe how Fix, the detective creates problems for Mr. Fogg arresting him for bank robbery and how Mr. Fogg tries to solve the problem.(2 marks)
(ii) In what way was Mr. Fogg's final winning the wager connected with Aouda?
(2)
(D) Answer the questions given below:
(i) Describe how Sherlock Holmes discovered the connection between Miss Morstan receiving precious pearls with Major Sholto.
(2)
(ii) How does the mystery of Bartholomew's murder lead Holmes to track down Small?
(2)
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