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KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA
SANGATHAN
Practice Material for
Writing Skills
6th – 10th
ENGLISH
2014-15
JAMMU REGION
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Chief Patron :
Sh A.V.L.J. Rao
Deputy Commissioner
KVS RO, JAMMU
Subject Co-ordinators :1. Mrs. Reeta Bhaskar
PGT English
KV No. 2 Jammu Cantt.
2. Mrs. Princy Bhat
PGT English
KV No. 1 Jammu
3. Mr. Ram Pal Rajput
PGT English
KV No. 1 Pathankot
4. Mrs. Meenakshi
PGT English
KV Bantalab
5. Mrs. Jyoti Sharma
TGT English
KV Sunjuwan
6. Mrs. Suvarsha
TGT English
KV No. 2 Jammu Cantt.
7. Mr. Rajesh Dogra
TGT English
KV No. 2 Pathankot
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Reading Skills – Comprehension Passages
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The word Comprehension is the noun form of the verb to Comprehension. It means to
understand a thing in the reading section.
Read the passage with understanding
Read the passage silently but carefully. Look for the desired information from the passage.
Read the passage more than one time to understand its meaning.
Underline the key words and the key sentences. This technique helps the students to
understand and answer the short questions.
Guess the meaning of difficult words in the given passage.
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Write answer in the prescribed limits of words.
Use your own expression rather than picking out answer carefully.
Take special care of your tense & substance and write your draft fairly.
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Q1. Comprehension Passages
1. Read the following poem carefully:
The Deserts
Deserts are very dry places.
Deserts get very little rain.
Also, deserts are very hot.
Deserts have special plants
These plants like the heat
Also, these plants can save water.
Deserts have special animals.
These animals do not need much water.
Also, these animals can hide in the sand when it is very hot.
Deserts are homes to many special plants and animals.
Questions
1. Deserts are not
A. Dry
2.
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3.
B.
Wet
C.
Hot
v
Wet
Desert plants can
A. Hide in sand
B.
Gets very hot
C.
Save water
Save Water
Which of the following animals would most likely live in a desert ?
A. Snake, who likes to rest in the sun
B. Fish, who likes to swim in the river.
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C. Monkey, who likes to climb trees
Snake, who likes to rest in the sun
4.
The author of this passage is most likely a
A. Teacher
B.
Scientist
C.
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Teacher
5. Desert Animals are special because they can
A. get very hot
B.
Save their water C.
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Hide in the sand
Q2. Read the following passage carefully :
Doctor
Hide in the sand
Mohan was a student of Govt. High School, Sujanpur. He was an intelligent student. His
friends loved him very much. His class teacher Mr. Gupta also loved him. Mohan's father
was a poor man. He worked as a peon in an office. But he was very honest. One day Mohan
was going to his school. He found a purse lying on the road. There was no one else nearby.
So, Mohan picked up the purse and put it into his bag. In the class, he told everyone about
it. In the evening, when he returned home, he gave the purse to his father. His father
counted the money. It was a big amount. He did not keep the purse with him. He asked
Mohan to hand it over to the Headmaster of the school. Next day in the morning assembly,
the headmaster told the boys about the honesty of Mohan's father.
Q1.
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Q2.
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Q3.
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Q4.
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Q5.
Why did Mohan's friends and teacher love him ?
Mohan's friends and teacher loved him becahse he was an intelligent student.
What was Mohan's father ?
Mohan's father was a peon.
What did Mohan find one day ?
Mohan found a purse one day.
Whom did he give it ?
He gave it to his father.
Why did Mohan's father not keep the money with him?
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Moham's father did not keep the money with him because he was an honest man.
Q3. Read the following passage carefully :
Character is destiny. Character is that on which the destiny of a nation is built. One cannot
have a great nation with men of small character. We must have young men and women who
look upon others as the living image of themselves as our Shastras have so often declared.
But whether in public life or student life, we cannot reach great heights, if we are lacking in
character. We cannot climb the mountain when the ground at our feet is crumbling. When
the very basis of our structure is shaky how can we reach the heights we have set before
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ourselves ? We must all have humility. Here is a country which we are all interested in
building up for whatever service we take up, we should not care for what we receive. We
should know how much we can put into that service. That should be the principle which
should animate our young men and women. Ours is a great country, we have had for
centuries a great history. The whole of the East reflects our culture.
Questions & Answers :
Q1. What is the passage about ?
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This passage deals with the importance of character formation in moulding the destiny of
our nation.
Q2. What kind of young men and women must we have ?
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We must have young men and women who look upon others as the living images of
themselves as our Shastras have so often declared.
Q3. How can we reach the great heights we have set before ourselves ?
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We can reach the great heights we have set before ourselves if our character is built on a
strong foundation of sterling qualities.
Q4. a)
We must have humility. (Use auxiliary of advice).
b)
We cannot reach great heights. (Add a question tag).
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a)
We should have humility.
b)
We cannot reach great heights, can we ?
Q5. a)
That should be principle which should animate our young men and women. The
underlined word means :
i) discourage (ii) encourage (iii) frighten (iv) humour.
b)
Give the adjective forms of
(i) humility (ii) reflection
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a)
The underlined word 'animate' means encourage in the above context.
b)
(i) humility - humble (ii) reflection - reflective.
Q6. Why is ours a great country ?
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Ours is a great country with a history that goes back for centuries. Its rich cultural heritage
makes it unique. It has also contributed a great deal to the world of knowledge and culture.
Q4. Read the poem given below and answer the questions ((5 marks)
Here's a lovely poem about trees .............
I think that I shall never see
A poem lovely as a tree;
A tree whose hungry mouth is pressed
Against the earth's sweet flowing breast;
A tree that looks at God all day'
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And lifts her leafy arms to pray;
A tree that may in summer wear
A nest of robins in her hair ;
Upon whose bosom snow has lain,
Who intimately lives with rain,
Poems are made by fools like me,
But only god can make a tree.
The poetic device used in the third line is
a)
Alliteration
b)
Metaphor
c)
Simile
d)
Personification
II.
All day God is looked at by
a)
a tree
b)
poet
c)
Robins
d)
People
III. A tree bears the ................. of all seasons
a)
Flowers
b)
Fruits
c)
Brunt
d)
Snow
IV. The rhyme scheme of last four lines is .................
a)
aabb
b)
abab
c)
abca
d)
aaab
V.
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Who does her 'refer' to in the sixth line ?
a)
poet
b)
tree
c)
god
d)
robin
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Smile
II
a tree
III brunt
IV
aabb
V
tree
Solved Example
Q5. Read the following passage carefully
I had been sitting on the bank of a small canal, looking at a couple of herons fishing in
muddy water, when I felt my elbow nudged. Looking around, I found at my side a little goat,
fet black andsoft as velvet, with pretty grey eyes. Neither her owner nor her mother was
around.
As she continued to nudge me, I looked in my pockets for some tidbit, and finding a ginger
biscuit, held it out to her. She ate it with pleasure, and then sat down beside me and began
nibbling at the grass.
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A little later I got up to leave. The goat rose too "Go home" ! I said, as she danced around
me. But home, it seemed, was on the other side of the river bed, and she followed me to its
bank.
It was obvious that her thin legs would not stop to a current so I took her in my arms and
carried her across the streams. When I set her down, hoping she would now find her way to
home, she remained beside me, rubbing her warm body against my legs.
Fill in the blanks :
1. The little goat jet black and : soft as velvet, with pretty grey eyes.
2. The little goat sat down andbegan : nibbling at the grass.
3. Go home said the writer as the goat : danced around.
Choose the opposite of the following words from the passage.
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Grandmother
Grand father
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Sorrow
Joy
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Fat
Thin
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Unsure
Sure
Read the following poem and write the correct answer from the option given below :
Fame is the food that dead man eat.
I have no staunch for such meat
In little light and narrow room
They eat in the silent tomb
With no kind voice of comrade near;
To bid the feater be of cheer
But friendship it is a noble thing;
Of friendship it is good to sing,
For truly when a man shall end
He lives in memory of his friend
Who doth his better part recall
And of his fault make funeral
Based on your reading of the above poem, choose the correct option :
Q1. In the poem, the poet defines fames as ________?
a)
Drink
b)
Food
c)
Thing to be realised
d)
A thing to be seen
Q2. The line In Little light and narrow room's refers to ________ ?
a)
Limited life period
b)
small room
c)
No light
d)
Small house with darkness
Q3. The poet considers friendship to be _________?
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a)
a matter of time pass
b)
a noble thing
c)
A matter of cunningness d)
A source of happiness
Q4. After the death of his friend, the poet _________ ?
a)
Forgets him
b)
hardly remembers him
c)
lives in the memory of his friend
d)
remembering him
Q5. The poet's desire to have the fame is ________?
a)
Partially in his heart
b)
Fully
c)
Not at all interested
d)
in limit.
Q6. Read the given passage carefully
everytime
keeps
on
Human life is full of struggle. The world is like a battle field. There is constant clash
between the good and the evil. It is wrong to be afraid of struggle in life. The joy and glory
of life can never be achieved without efforts and hard work. But most of the human beings
wish to have an easy going life. They curse their enemies and desire to achieve their
ambition without facing the difficulties and hardships in life. Life will rust if there is not
struggle. Hardships bring out the real moral strength. The difficulties and hurdles in life
make us strong, courageous and self-reliant. There is no joy in success or achievement if it
is obtained without any trial of physical and mental strength. To sum up life is struggle and
struggle is life.
Choose the most suitable option to answer each question:
l.
If there is struggle inhuman life, it becomes:
a)
Dull and boring
b)
Like a battlefield
c)
Full of difficulties and hurdles.
d)
Creative and interesting.
2. We should not be
a)
Afraid of struggle in life
b)
Scared of battles in life
c)
An easy prey to circumstances
d)
Cursed by our enemies.
3. The life full of struggle makes us:
READING SECTION
Q7. Once there was a mighty king who had heard a lot about wisdom and philosophy of
Confucious, the ancient Chinese philosopher. He called him to his court and showed him
three cages. In the first cage was a mouse with delicious eatables in front. In the second
cage was a cat having bowls full of milk and butter in front. In the third cage was a hawk
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having fresh meat in front. But the interesting thing was that none was enjoying those
delicacies even when they were readily available to them. The king wanted Confucious to
explain the reason behind it. Confucious explained that the rat could not eat due to the fear
of the cat. Hawk could not eat delicious meat because he wanted to eat firstly the rat and
then the cat.
Confucious explained that all living beings were suffering in their craze to hoard for future.
They were not enjoying the present and were accumulating things for future. This wise
reply made the king very happy and he gifted many precious jewels to Confucious.
Complete the following statements:
1)
The king called Confucious in his kingdom because
2)
There were three cages with
3)
The mouse was not eating
4)
The cat was not drinking
5)
Hawk could not eat delicious meat
Q8 The lion is the king of beasts. The word "lion" is associated with fear and power. A lion
depends upon its own self. It is bold, strong and a conqueror of all difficulties. lt never kills
a man for fun sake. It takes to man-eating only when it is forced by the circumstances. The
lion originated in Asia but now it is commonly seen in Africa and rarely found in Asia
except in GIR forests in India. Lion is also a member of the cat family and has certain
characteristic of cats. It has hair in its ears, which catch minute vibrations and make it to
know about the movements of other animals. It has a moist nose that enable to smell
extremely well and padded claws that make it move silently. The lion is the only cat which
hunts in groups.
The lion eats monkeys baboons rats and even fish. It turns into a man eater only when it is
starving, crippled or due to old age, when it cannot hunt other animals
Complete the following statements
a)
Lion is the king of beasts because
b)
The word lion' stands for
c)
The similarities between the cat and the lion are
d)
A lion eats
Q9. PHEDGE
2. Read the following poem and answer the questions:
India is my country
All India are my brothers and sisters.
I love my country and I am proud of its rich and varied heritage
I shall always strive to the worthy of it
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I shall respect my parents, teachers and all my elders and treat everyone with courtesy.
I pledge my devotion to my country and its people
My happiness lies in their well being and prosperity.
Love and selfless devotion for the (a) _________ is at the centre of this pledge. It
encourages all (b) _________ to live as brothers and sisters. the poet loves the country and
he is proud of the (c) ________ and varied (d) __________ of his land. he shall make
himself (e) _______ of it and respect (f) _________ parents and all the (g) _________
everyone will be treated (h) ________ and with courtesy. He pledges his (i) ___________
to his country and its people. All his happiness lies in their well being and (j) ___________
The brown pelician is the smallest of the pelicians. It dives to head long into water from
Q.
i)
quiet a height to get its prey. the other six species of pelicians have a white plummage.
Pelicians are very sociable birds. they travel, rest and nest and even fish together. The
young pelicians take wing when they are about two months old. the nests of pelicans are far
from the source of any food. Therefore, the adults have to fly great distances to get food.
Fill in each blank with one word/phrase to complete it ?
Pelican is one of the oldest (a) ________ birds. It is believed that its young ones are fed by
the mother’s (b) ________. Perhaps due to this, pelican is regarded as the (c) ________ and
dutiful bird. It has long (d) ________, webbed feet and a very short tail. Pelican finds it
difficult to walk on land because of its (e) ________. It lives in places where the climate is
moderately cold. In all there are (f) ________ species of pelicans.
ii) Find words from the above passage mean the same as :
a)
enough
b)
friendly.
Q10. Read the passage given below and complete the sentences that follow :
The piranha is a much misunderstood fish. Most people think that this is a deadly creature
that swarms through rivers and creeks of the Amazon rainforest looking for victims to tear
apart. And woe betide anyone unlucky enough to be in the same water as a shoal of
piranhas. It takes only a few minutes for the vicious piranhas to reduce someone to a mere
skeleton. The truth is that the piranha is really a much more nuanced animal than the
I)
mindless killer depicted in the media. In fact, piranhas are agroup made up of
approximately twelve different species. Each piranha species occupies its own ecological
niche. One type of piranha takes chunks out of the fins of other fish. Another type eats fruit
falling from trees into the river. Each piranhas pecies plays a unique role in the ecology of
the rainforest flood plains. So what should you do next time you hear someone talking
about the "deadly piranha"? You can remind them that the piranha is not always the
notorious killer fish.
The primary purpose of the author is to
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3)
A. correct misconceptions about the piranha
B. illustrate the importance of piranhas in rainforest ecology
C. describe two different species of piranhas
D. instruct the reader on what to say if someone describes the piranha as "deadly"
In paragraph 1, the author most likely uses the old fashioned expression "woe betide" to
A. highlight the danger posed by piranhas
B. suggest that the reputation of the piranha is well-deserved
C. emphasize the sarcastic tone
D. indicate that the passage was written in the 19th century
Piranhas are a group of approximately how many different species?
A. One
B.
Five
C. Twelve
D.
Seven
4) As used in paragraph 2, which is the best definition for unique?
A. irreplaceable
B.
important
C. individual
D.
unusual
5) As used in paragraph 2, which is the best synonym for notorious?
A. celebrated
B.
disreputable
C. notable
D.
renowned
Q11.
Read the following passage carefully:
The three major effects of viewing TV violence are: children may become less sensitive to
the pain and suffering of other, they may be more fearful of the world around them, and
they may be more likely to behave in aggressive or harmful ways towards others. Parents
can limit the effects of violence by viewing TV together and discussing the violence with the
child. Talk about why the violence happened and how painful it is. They may ask the child
how conflicts can be solved without violence and explain to the child how violence on an
entertainment programme is actually "fake". Parents must restrict violent videos.
Encourage your child to watch programmes with characters that cooperate help and care
for one another. These programme have been shown to have a positive influence on
children.
Television programming as of 2010 is all about showing reality without censorship
meaining that child watchers are inundated with shows depicting physical and sexual
violence, as well as the use of illegal substance and harsh language. According to the
American Academy of Pediatrics, "Extensive research evidence indicates that media
violence can contribute to aggressive behavior, desensitization to violence, nightmare, and
fears of being harmed. Statistics read that some cartoons average 20 acts of violence in 1
hr, and that by the age of 18 children will have seen 16000 simulated murdered and
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2,00000 acts of violence on television. Young people are especially in jeopardy of the
negative effects of television violence because "many younger children cannot dis-criminate
between what they see and what is real".
Read to your child rather than watch television. Children's stories, written by thoughtful
authors, portray conflict in a more realistic and constructive manner. The best TV teachers
are entertaining as well as informative, and they are also child-centered that expand the
horizons of the young minds.
Read the questions given below and write the option you consider the most appropriate:
a) The major effects of viewing TV violence on children are that
i)
They develop fearful view of society
b)
c)
d)
e)
i)
They are less sensitive to the suffering of others
iIi) They develop aggressive behavior
iv) All the above.
Parents can limit the negatives effects of TV viewing by
i)
viewing TV together and discussing why the violence happened
ii) explaining how conflicts can be solved
iii) neither
iv) both (i) and (ii)
Television is most effective as a teacher when
i)
It is only entertaining
ii) It focuses on children's programmes only
iii) It takes children beyond the classroom
iV) besides b eing entertaining it educates and makes children more aware
Which of these words means "false"?
i)
harmful
ii)
conflict
iii) fake
iv)
crude
Watching violence repeatedly on TV makes children more
i)
docile
ii)
aggressive
iii) adventurous
iv)
daring
f) State True or False'.
i.
Parent should completely stop violent videos
ii.
watching TV is more useful than reading
iii. Television can make a good teacher
Q12.
Read the following passage carefully:
It is as though he did not leave a single marble unturned to give India the brand no one else
has or could, before or after him. Yes, Shajhan would go down as a miracle worker among
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brand architects, for the Taj was born eternal. Imagine its first glimpse, its inaugural
release ! Without a launch conference, without sirens or anthems, without security, VIP
enclosures or the fanfare of a surprise revelation. A mourning emperor would not need or
want that. Nor would the Taj.
Every human being born in the world should see the Taj at Agra, India, at least one. It is
not too much to ask for. Ask any lover, any aesthete, or just plain anyone who has set eyes
on this vision. It's not the gasp of marble in stunning symmetry, or the enticing inlay, or the
magically unerring proportions: it's the sheer unreality of it. Right there, in front of your
eyes. And every Indian has at some point said to himself, thank God it's ours. It's Indian's.
Questions
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
What did miracle worker mention in the passage?
"Taj is born eternal" what does it mean?
Who attended its inauguration?
Why was emperor mourning?
What is recommended in this passage?
Q13.
Read the following passage carefully:
High levels of pollution can trigger heart attacks at risk people exposed for even a short
time, a study has found. Researchers who interviewed 772 boston area patients about four
days after their heart attacks found that the onset of symptoms correlated with times of high
daily air pollution. Tiny, invisible particles have long been through to cause long-term
cardiovascular diseases. The new study is the first to examine short-term effects on the
heart, said senior author Dr. Murray Mittleman, director of cardiovascular Epidemiology
at Boston's Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Centre.
The study of 489 men and 283 women, conducted from January 1995 to May 1996 defined
at -risk people as obese, inactive or with a history of heart problems. It appeared in
Circulation, Journal of the American Heart Association.
Questions
1.
How Heart attack can be caused?
2.
3.
4.
5.
At risk people should not be exposed , Why?
How many patients the researcher has interviewed?
The onset of symptoms correlated with what?
On which new study it focuses?
Q14.
Read the following passage carefully
One day they were passing through a forest. The sun was setting and it was growing dark.
Shravan's parent felt thirsty. They had a pitcher of water with them, but it was empty at that
time . So Shravan gently placed the 'wahangi' on the ground' and took the pitcher in his
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hand. He went into the forest in search of water. At last he came to a stream. He dipped the
pitcher into the water and began to fill it. It made a loud noise. Suddenly a swift moving
arrow came and struck Shravan in the chest. He fell down and began to cry with pain.
Questions
1.
Where were Shravan and his parents passing through?
2.
Why did Shravan go into the forest?
3.
Why did Shravan dip the pitcher into the water?
4.
What happened suddenly?
5.
What was its result?
Q15. The Water Cycle
The Water Cycle is an exciting and continuous process. The Water Cycle is the movement
of water in the environment by evaporation, condensation, and precipitation. The warm sun
causes water on the earth to evaporate (to change a liquid into a gas) and rise up into the
sky. The water vapours that are formed, cool during evaporation. This is what forms clouds
that float in the sky. Clouds can be a mass of water droplets and / or ice particles. When the
clouds get heavy enough, the water falls back to the earth. Condensation is the change of a
gas, such as water vapours, into a liquid or solid. The water vapours must turn into a liquid
or solid before it can fall to the earth. When the water falls back to the earth it is called
precipitation. The water may fall as rain, snow, or hail. Plants in our environment also
release water vapour into the atmosphere. When plants do this it is called transpiration.
From the given alternatives, choose the best choice as your answer.
a. The Water Cycle is the movement of water
i)
on the ground
ii)
in the wind
iii) in the enrivonment
iv)
in the sky
b) Water on the earth evaporates due to
i)
earth
ii)
the sun
iii) the moon
iv)
the stars
c) Condensation is the change of ____ into a liquid or solid
d)
e)
i)
solids
ii)
water vapours
iii) the moon
iv)
the stars
Clouds are a mass of
i)
glaciers
ii)
sand
iii) water droplets
iv)
Hydrogen
When plants release water vapour in the atmosphere, the process is called
i)
evaporation
ii)
condensation
iii) transpiration
iv)
transportation
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Q16. Shampoos
Before giving your hair a shampoo, brush and comb it thoroughly so that no tangles
remain. Then wet the hair all over by dipping it in warm water. Half of the shampoo, which
should be already prepared, may now be poured on to the scalp. Rub it well in by pressing
hard with the fingers, till a thick lather is obtained. Rinse off the lather and apply the rest of
the Shampoo as before. This time rinse very thoroughly. When there is no sign of the
shampoo left, squeeze out as much water as you can and then wrap the head in a warm
towel and press out still more. Dry off by using another warm towel. If possible, it is good
to finish by letting the hair blow out in the fresh air and sunshine. In winter finish drying it
by sitting near, but not right in front of, the fire. Do not let the hair get too hot, as excessive
heat dries the natural oil out of the hair.
From the given alternatives, choose the best choice as your answer.
a) The correct way of rubbing shampoo well into the hair is
i)
wetting the hair adeqately
ii) using warm water
iii) pressing hard with the fingers till a lather is obtained.
iv) pressing softly with the fingers till soap suds are obtained.
b) The word lather means
i)
water
ii)
soapy foam
c)
d)
e)
iii) leather
iv)
soap
Hair can be dried properly by
i)
pressing out water with the help of a warm towel
ii) not wetting it too much
iii) rubbing the hair with force
iv) using a hair dryer
in winter hair can be dried by sitting
i)
right in front of the fire ii)
right behind the fire
iii) far from the fire
iv)
near, but not right in front of the hair
Excessive heat
i)
supplies oil to the hair
iii) creates oil in the hair
ii)
iv)
evaporates the oil in the hair
dries the natural oil in the hair
Type II
Q17. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow :
US President Barack Obama's energy plan calls for higher efficiency standards for cars as
well as greater use of ethanol. It aims to cut US oil demand by about four million barrels a
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day. That's equal to the combined oil consumption of France and Canada, and would knock
the bottom off the world oil market. That has to be a good thing in a world of energy
shortages, even though a study conducted at Stanford's Woods Institute for the Environment
claims that reliance on biofuels is not a good strategy.
If Obama's new energy plan takes off, it would promote interest in research and
development of clean, alternative energy options like those of wind, water, solar and
hydrogen resources as well as develop hybrid vehicles. It could find ways of making crop
based biofuels viable. Oil's long term costs, which include reliance on oilfields in
geopolitically unstable parts of the world, would make it a far more expensive choice,
besides its negative impacts on environment and health.
It might be that presently America's ethanol-from-corn projects consume a great deal of
energy and have driven upward the price of food crops on account of farmland diversion.
But these are success stories in other places.
Complete the following statements :
1.
President Obama's energy plan is aimed ..........
2.
A study at Stanford's Woods Institute claims .........
3.
Obama's new energy plan could find ...........
4.
America's ethanol-form-corn have driven ........
5.
Find out the synonym of 'planning' from the passage.
It is not growing like a tree
In bulk doth Man better be ;
To fall a log at last, dry, bald, and seer;
A lily of a day
Is fairer far in May,
Although it fall and die that night;
It was the plant and flower of light,
In small proportion we just beauties see;
And in short measures, life may perfect be.
A.
B.
Complete the following statements :
i)
A man does not become better by
ii) The oak falls to the ground as
iii) The lily flower blooms
On the basis of your reading of the poem, complete the summary given below by filling in
each of the blanks :
Growing in size like a (i) ___________ does not make a man (ii) __________ For example,
an oak tree at last falls to the (iii) ____________ as a dry, useless piece of (iv) _____
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Q18. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow :
What is this life if full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare
No time to stand beneath the boughs
And stare as long as sheep or cows
No time to see, when woods we pass
Where squirrels hide their huts in grass
No time to see, in broad day light,
Streams full of stars, like skies at night
No time to turn at Beauty's glance,
And watch her feet how they can dance
No time to wait till her mouth can
Enrich the smile her eyes began
A poor life this if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare
Given below is the summary of the poem. Complete it by writing the missing word
Life is not worth living if we have no time to stand and (i) ___________ The world is full
of the (ii) _________ of nature. But man is so busy in (iii) _______ pursuits that he finds no
time to (iv) ________ the beauties of nature. He has no time to see streams full of (v)
____________
Q19. The Tiger and the cat
In the beginning tigers were the stupidest of all creatures.
They didn't know anything. So the king of the tigers went to the cat to ask for lessons.
The cat taught the tiger how to stalk, and crouch, and spring and many other things. At last
the tiger thought he knew it all and decided to put his new knowledge into practice. He
leaped at the cat, intending to kill and eat him.
In a flash, the cat ran up a tree, where the tiger could not follow.
"Come down." roared the tiger, "Come down this minute !".
"No ! No !" replied the cat. "It's just as well I didn't teach you everything I know.
Otherwise, you would be able to fetch me down yourself.
And that is why the tiger cannot climb trees.
From the given alternatives choose the best choice as your answer :
a) The tigers were the stupidest of all creatures because
i)
They knew something
ii)
they didn't know something
iii) they didn't know anythingiv) they knew everything.
b) Why did the king of the tigers go to the cat ? The king of the tigers went to the cat
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c)
d)
i)
to teach lessons
ii)
to give lessons
iii) to ask for lessons
iv)
none of the above
The cat taught the tiger to
i)
stalk, crouch and spring ii)
spring, crouch and jump
iii) swim, dive and wade
iv)
creep, crawl and climb
How did the tiger put his new knowledge into practice ?
He put his new knowledge into practice by
i)
leaping at the cat, intending to kill and eat him
ii) talking to the cat, intending to hire him
iii) singing to the cat, intending to win him over
iv) none of the above
e) The tiger did not succeed because
i)
he fell down
ii)
he was not trained
iii) the cat ran up the tree, where the tiger could not follow
iv) the cat hid behind the tree
Q20. Read the given passage carefully
Those of us who live in regions covered with forests and surrounded by hills may find it
difficult to imagine what a desert is really like. The popular belief is that it is an endless
stretch of sand where no rain fall and therefore no vegetation grows. It is dry, hot,
waterless and without shelter. But this is not entirely correct. For those who have studied it,
the desert can be a beautiful place. It is a home of a variety of people, animals and plants
that have learnt to live under very hot and dry conditions.
a) Who can't easily imagine what a desert is ?
b) What do people generally think of a desert ?
c) Why is there no vegetation in a desert ?
d) Can desert be a beautiful place ?
e) Whose home is desert ?
Read the given passage carefully
1.
A little grey wolf cub, a few weeks old, lived in a small cave near a river. His eyes had not
been open long, but he had already learnt to touch, taste and smell to know his mother - a
source of warmth, liquid food and tenderness. She had a gentle tongue which soothed when
it passed over his soft, little body and made him go off to sleep. Most of the first month of
his life had passed in sleeping, but now he stayed awake for longer periods of time and was
beginning to know his small world quite well-just the walls of the cave.
The little grey wolf was ___ old
a)
A few weeks
b)
few months
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2.
3.
4.
c)
A few years
d)
He lived in
a)
A House
b)
c)
Small cave
d)
He knew his mother by
a)
Voice
b)
c)
Smell
d)
His first month was mostly passed in
a)
Dancing
b)
c)
Shouting
d)
none of these
A garden
Big forest
taste and smell
Touch, taste and smell
Sleeping
Crying
5.
This story is about a
a)
Little grey wolf cub
b)
a lion cub
c)
A deer
d)
a tiger cub
Q21. Read the passage and answer the questions that follow :
The moon takes about two fortnights to revolve round the earth and it takes the same time
to spin round once. So the days there are very hot and the nights very cold. The earth is
wrapped up in a blanket of air and so it is never very hot and very cold. But as the moon is
not covered by a blanket of air, it is very hot on the side facing the sun and the temperature
may reach 82 Degree and ore. On the other side it is very cold and the temperature drops
i)
ii)
to 0 Degree C or less.From the moon the sky looks black and even during day time you can
see the stars as well as the sun.
Which statement is true in the context of the moon ?
a)
It takes about two months to revolve round the earth
b)
It is very cold on the side facing the sun
c)
It takes two fortnight to revolve round the earth
d)
The moon is wrapped up in a blanket of air
The sky looks black :
a)
In the day time
b)
at night
c)
From the earth
d)
From the moon
iii) Two fortnights make :
a)
A day on the moon
b)
a day a night on the moon
c)
A season on the moon
d)
a day on the earth
iv) Wrapped up means :
a)
Prepared
b)
Covered
c)
Hidden
d)
Thrown
v) The temperature of moon on the side facing sun can be up to :
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a)
82 Degree C
b)
82 Degree F
c)
28 Degree C
d)
80 Degree C
Q22. Read the passage carefully and tick the correct answer.
Books are very useful to us. They are the best companion of man. They never cheat the
reader. Books are good source of knowledge. We get knowledge on different subjects. We
can read books of our taste. They enlighten our hearts and make us bold to face the
realities and difficulties of life. We can find great writers of the past. We can make this
world a better place to live in. Books are the life blood of great master minds. We can never
deny their utility.
1. Who are the best companions of man ?
2.
3.
4.
a)
Birds
b)
Suggestions
c)
Difficult
d)
Books
What do we get from books :
a)
Knowledge
b)
experience
c)
Sweets
d)
Thoughts
How do the books help us ?
a)
Makes us bold
b)
Makes us lazy
c)
Makes us cheater
d)
Makes us unhappy
How can we be in the company of great writers of past ?
a)
By finding their houses
b)
By reading books written by them
c)
By master mind
d)
By hearing their stories
5. The opposite meaning of "Useful" is ?
a)
Profit
b)
Fruitful
c)
Useless
d)
Cheat
Q23. Read the passage carefully and answers the following questions by ticking the right option
to your sheet.
Good manners are not inherited. And they don't come naturally to intelligent people. They
have to be learnt and practised. They are based upon the concept of consideration for
others. They are easy to acquire and there is nothing more profitable. Good manners are a
necessary complement in every walk of life especially in business. Organisations with
competent and well - mannered representative enjoy a good reputation. The morale
productivity and profits of such an organisation will be high. And this, in turn will attract
more business. There is no particular place or time when a person should show his
elementary courtesy. Courtesy, etiquette and manners are looks that one should always
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carry with oneself, wherever one goes. The first step to success in life is treating others as
courteously as we would wish others to treat us.
Choose the correct option to answer each question :
1. What is meant by 'good manners' ?
a)
It means wearing good clothes
b)
It means eating good food
c)
It means consideration for other
d)
it means reading only good books
2. How are good manners acquired ?
a)
They are inherited from our parents
3.
4.
b)
They have to be crammed
c)
They come naturally to intelligent people
d)
They have to be learnt and practised
Good manners are needed
a)
Only in business
b)
Only in jobs
c)
Only in dealing with friends
d)
In every walk of life
Courtesy has to be observed
a)
Only at a particular time
b)
Only at a particular place
c)
Both at a particular place and at a particular time
d)
Everywhere and all the time.
5. Which word in the passage means "Rules of polite behaviour" ?
a)
Concept
b)
Etiquette
c)
Complement
d)
Reputation
Q24. Read the passage carefully
Physical health affects the mind and vice versa. A sound mind and a sound body are
prerequisites for high efficiency and good quality work in any office, factory or field, which
lead to a sense of achievement and fulfilment. Our health is of course, important not only to
us but also to our families and even to our employers. No wonder then that employers
everywhere have a stake in the health and fitness of their employees and are willing to
spend considerable money towards this purposes. Japan's companies particularly excel in
this and the more successful among them start the day off with a body bending and
stretching session and even singing the company song designed to promote loyalty and
motivation among the workforce. This is considered an important factor contributing to
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high producing and quality. Here is a lesson which has been emulated to high producing
elsewhere in the world and could work wonders in India. It is estimated that some 20000
American firms have established in house health clubs. Typical of these is the soft drink
manufacturer, Pepsi-cola. Who has spent about 2 million in setting up a health club at their
head office in New York State. Such expenditure has proved to be a wise investment in
achieving better efficiency and higher productivity. It has indirectly also helped to reduce
the premium on the health insurance of its staff. This business has grown so large that
hundreds of consultancies have sprung up for the management of health clubs and fitnss
centres. Though many firms in India have generous medical schemes, the movement
towards health clubs and the like is yet to gather momentum.
Below you can see a summary of the passage. Fill in each blank with one word only.
Physical health and (a) ________ go hand in hand. Good health benefits not only families
but also (b) ________ and that is why many companies invest (c) ________ in improving
the healthy of their (d) ________ In (e) ________ for example,some companies begin the
day with physical (f) _______. In America firms such as Pepsi cola have established (g)
________ clubs in work places. Measures such as these can (h) ________ to improve the
company's (i) ________ and can also lead to lower expenditure.
Q25. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow :
Familiar to most people for its medicinal properties the neem is recognised by few despite
its distinctive,curved leaves and annual profusion of star shaped sweet scented flowers. It is
medium sized. A large tree with a straight trunk and evergreen are native of India, Burma
and Sri Lanka.
Young leaves are a pale, tender green tinged with rust. These are eaten on New Year days
to ward off sickness during the coming years. Some people to whom the tree is sacred, also
festoon fresh leaves across their houses when there is an epidemic of Chicken Pox or to
keep evil spirits away. Dried leavese are put in drawers or cupboards to keep out moths
and cockroaches. Another use for these magic leaves is the poultice form for healing
wounds. From the yellow fruit is obtained the famous margosa oil, so effective in the
treatment of leprosy and skin diseases. External application of oil from the seeds is believed
to cure rheumatism. The bark and gum yield valuable medicines. In fact every part of this
tree is of some value. Neem timber is beautiful, hard and heavy and is used for ship,
building ,carts and furniture. Wood from old trees is so bitter that no insect will attack it.
On the basis of your reading, complete the following statements in the spaces provided.
a)
The Neem tree is well known to ________
b)
Its leaves can be recognised by the shape which is like a ________
c)
Some people believe that the leaves of the Neem keep away ________
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d)
e)
Leprosy and skin diseases can be fought with the help of ________
Insects do not attacks the fort furniture made from Neem timber because ________
Reading Section
Q26. I broke his arm but then he was my slave. The days passed and I grew up to be a soldier.
My young men, who were so bold and brave as I, used to attack the villagers around us and
bring back cattle, women and children to work for us in these fields, while we hunted and
fought for more cattle.
I remember the day when I fought with the leopard with my spear, and killed it. When it
walked through the village with its skin over my shoulder, my proud father, King Tzifah,
patted my back and named me 'the son of the leopard'. Later, that was my back which was
whipped so ruthlessly by a white man who called me a dirty, black beast.
Since when has another human being become a beast, master ? But why you say that I had
slaves of my own.
Of course, they needed to be shown who the conqueror was. We had been fighting with
them for the last 400 years. I would have been their slave if they had won.
But what sort of war is it to be attacked, when you are helpless, with guns facing your
spears, with heavy chains put around your neck and your legs and your hands, being
whipped all the 300 miles to the coast where you are put into the lower hold of a ship,
which you called a slave traders, master ?
We were hundred and sixty people put into that hold, and only twently three survived. The
first to go were the women and the children. Every night we would hear a splash as the
bodies would be thrown over the side.
And how the captain laughed ! The rest of us who survived would command better prices,
Out of the given options choose the most appropriate answer :
I) Who is the narrator ?
a)
a white man
b)
the author
c)
a black native of an African tribe
2)
3)
d)
none of the above
What shows the narrator's cruel nature ?
a)
his killing a leopard
b)
his slave trade
c)
the way he narrates his act of breaking his slave's arm
d)
his breaking the arm of his slave
Why were the black natives overpowered by the white men ? Becuase they were
a)
not brave
b)
peace loving
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c)
without guns
d)
not deciteful
4) How many black slaves lost their lives on the ship ?
a)
300
b)
160
c)
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d)
137
5) Why were the captured black women and children thrown into the sea ? Because they were
a)
helpless
b)
weak
c)
useles as workers
d)
ugly to look at
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Q27. Hunting for sport is also a major factor for the loss of animal biodiversity. From time
immemorial man has hunted animals for food,sport as well as hides, skins, tusks, antlers
and other parts of animals. The government of India has enacted various laws banning the
trade of animal products like ivory, fur, skin etc. The people who break these laws must be
severly dealth with.
Pollution is another serious cause of environmental degradation leading to the loss of
animal and plant biodiversity. If such degradation continues unchecked, 2/3rd of the earth
will soon become unfit for human and animal habitation. The air we breathe is polluted
with toxic gases, the water we drink is contaminated and the food we eat is not so pure as it
should be. The noise pollution is also causing havoc among the wild species of birds and
animals. According to study, the arctic whales are on the verge of extinction as a result of
increase in the noise of ships particularly ice breakers and oil tankers.is yet another cause
of the loss of biodiversity.
Destruction of forest cover and undergrowth is going on recklessly. Deforestation mainly
results from population settlement, growing need for agricultural land, demand for fuel
wood, wooden furniture and other commercial purposes.
Choose the most appropriate option :
1. The passage is about
a)
the extinction of rare species
b)
poaching
2.
3.
c)
the loss of biodiversity
d)
pollution
The loss of biodiversity
a)
ignore the needs of other animals
b)
hunt for sport
c)
begin to eat too much
d)
do not love other creatures
Pollution is caused by
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4.
5.
a)
the release of toxic gases
b)
noise
c)
too much industralization
d)
all of these
Deforestation leads to
a)
climatic changes
b)
scarce rains
c)
loss of biodiversity
d)
concrete jungles
The word 'havoc' means the same as
a)
loss
b)
death
c)
a lot of destruction
d)
emergency
Q28. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow :
Congestion on routes leading to city stations often leads to trains being stranded on the
outskirts of the Capital. But the agonising wait for passengers might end with rail minister
announcing the doubling of the existing double line between Tilak Bridge and Anand Vihar.
This would mean construction of the third and the fourth line inside Delhi which would
considerably reduce the journey time within the capital.
However, officials say the process will be time consuming and requires massive funding.
The toughest part in the execution of this project will be the construction of a new railway
bridge across the Yamuna as the existing structure will not allow us to construct two more
lines, said a senior Engineer from the Railways. The railways is already in the process of
constructing the fifth and the sixth line between New Delhi and Tilak Bridge stations.
According to railway ministry officials, the commissioning of the bridge will ensure that the
New Delhi station will get decongested with faster movement of trains to Anand Vihar. The
Anand Vihar terminal, once commissioned, will take a considerable load out of New Delhi
station which handles around 270 trains per day, " said AS Negi, PRO Norther Railway.
In another announcement, the railway minister announced a new pair of local EMU trains
to Palwal. At present 44 local and passenger trains cater to the needs of over 35000
passengers per day.
Complete the following statements :
1.
Congestion on routes leading to the city often leads to ________ the outskirts of the
capital.
2.
The toughtest part of this project will be the ________ across the Yamuna.
3.
The railway minister announced a new pair of ________ to Palwal.
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4.
At present ______________ local trains cater to the needs of ________ passengers
per day .
Q29. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow :
Children born in heavy traffic areas could be at greater risk of developing asthma due to
genetic changes brought on by pollution and acquired in the womb, researchers said.
The new study conducted by researchers from the University of Cincinnati (UC) and
Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health is published in the journal PloS
ONE.The researchers studied umbilical cord blood from New York City Children, and
discovered evidence of a possible new biomarker – an epigenetic alteration in the gene
ACSL3 – associated with prenatal exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
A.
B.
They pointed out that such chemical compounds are created as byproducts of incomplete
combustion from carbon containing fuels, resulting in high levels in heavy traffic areas.
Past studies have linked exposure to PAHs to diseases like cancer and childhood asthma.
Complete the following statements.
1.
Children born in heavy traffic areas ________ asthma.
2.
The researchers pointed out that ________ from carbon containing fuels.
3.
The researchers said that ________ asthma in children.
Find out words from the passage which have the same meaning as the following :
1.
a chest illness that causes difficulty in breathing.
2.
information that proves something.
Q30. One of the most common problems that a paediatrician is confronted with is feeding of a
child. Mostly we see that it is the universal complaint of the mothers. Dr.my child doesn't
eat well, is he/she physically well ? Mothers are never satisfied with their children's diet.
No doubt, a mother's worry is genuine but it is a fact that no healthy child can starve
himself/herself. This is the suggestion that the mothers should not be unduly disturbed and
worried about the eating of their children. Before coming to any conclusion, the dietary
pattern of a whole week should be taken into consideration. If a child does not eat like a
normal child, only then it can be said that the child has a disease appetite.
Sometimes it is observed that a new born child refuses to take feed. But it is just possible
that the new born is not really hungry when the mother offers it feed. The child may be
sleepy or crying out of some pain or may be wet. So before offering the child any feed, the
child should be made comfortable.
On the other hand, the situation may be different in the case of a bigger child. The bigger
child may be interested more in playing a game rather than the feed. But an over
enthusiastic mother is irritated at this 'wrong' preference and starts rebuking him. This
attitude on behalf of the mother may create aversion for food in the child.
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Choose the most appropriate options :
1. A paediatrician is a doctor who
a)
treats the diseases of women
b)
cures the old people
c)
treats the ailments of the children
d)
advices parents about the diet of the children
2. A mother's worry about her child's diet is
a)
natural
b)
normal
c)
often exaggerated
d)
genuine
3. A diseased appetite means
4.
5.
a)
children eating too much during ailments
b)
children refusing to take wholesome food
c)
abnormal diet
d)
children eating too little
A new born baby may cry because it is
a)
sleepy
b)
wet
c)
in pain
d)
all of these
The word genuine means the same as :
a)
general
b)
true
c)
real
d)
fanciful
Q31. Kathakali, a dance form, native to Kerala in South India literally means, 'story play'. It is a
classical dance drama, colourful and dramatic in content and character. This art form is
300 years old. Most of its elements and choreography have been influenced by a 9th
century art form of Kerala called Koodiyattam,recently recognized by the UNESCO as a
heritage art form. Surprisingly for dance drama form, the Kathakali dancers do not speak a
word. A group of narrators recite the story in the form of a song, and the dancers interpret
the narrative live with hand gestures called mudras combined with facial expressions and
eye movements. There are at least 700 mudras combined in 24 different ways. The best
dancers can move the eyeballs in 17 ways. There are 8 ways to move the eyebrows and
eight for eyelids. It is surprising how they manage it. Till recently Kathakali was danced
only by men. Men also enacted a female role with elegance and charm.
The dancers take up four to five hours before the play to paint their lips, eyebrows and
eyelashes, all characters having their prescribed make up
The colours used suggest the temperament and mood of characters – green for good, red
valour and ferocity, black for evil and primitiveness, yellow for wonder and white for
purity. The dancer's eyes are elongated with black Kajal. Whereas previously they were
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performed on open platforms, they are now enacted in the auditoriums. Undoubtedly, this
Indian ballet has its own charm.
Choose the most appropriate option :
1. The classical dance form Kathakali takes its origin from
a)
Banaras
b)
Kerala
c)
Rajasthan
d)
Bengal
2. The story is recited by
a)
the singers
3.
4.
b)
the kathakali dancers
c)
a group of narrators
d)
the players on the stage
The best dancers can move the eyeballs in
a)
15 ways
b)
17 ways
c)
24 ways
d)
8 ways
Different moods of the characters are suggested by
a)
colours
b)
dance steps
c)
props
d)
rotating eyeballs
5.
The word'choreography' means the same as
a)
the art of directing a dance b) doing the make up of artists
c)
the art of learning a dance d) the art of editing
Q32. Read the following passage and answer the questions :
Art and Craft is wholly human creation; It needs human eminence, passion and desire to be
brought forth. Art and Craft differs in its quality and nature. At present, handicraft is not
just opted for leisure pursuits but is being embraced as vocational courses too. Banner
making, for example, is an early art concept of sewing banners. This is done by using the
techniques of applique embroidery and many others. Similarly, canvas work is an
embroidery work in which long fibres are stitched together. Basically canvas work also
includes stiches such as needle point, petit point etc. Some other forms of arts and crafts
include cross-stitch, crocketing, knitting, lace making, wood crafts, pottery and sculpting.
Nowadays, of all the traditional arts and crafts, Embroidery has become the most lucrative
profession for many while continuing to be a favourite pastime for women. Embroidery is
the art of decorating fibre or other materials with designs stitched in strands of thread or
yarn using a needle. Embroidery may also incorporate other materials such as metal strips,
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a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
pearls, beads, quills and sequins. Sewing machines can be used to create machinery
embroidery.
Other than desire and passion art and craft needs ________
i)
taste
ii)
Will
iii) human eminence
iv)
colour sense
People are now taking up handicrafts for________
i)
fun
ii) leisure activity
iii) as a boring task’
iv)
as a vocation
In canvas work ________
i)
Long fibres are stitched together
ii) short fibres are stitched
iii) paint is used to paint the canvas
iv) none of the above.
Lucrative means
i)
cheap profession
ii) a profession where there is no money
iii) a profession where there is a lot of money
iv) a profession which offers enough money for the person.
machine embroidery is done by
i)
thread needle and special machine
ii) thread and sewing machine.
iii) thread and machine using special needle.
iv) none of the above.
Q33. It has been argued that the child owes most to the mother, and there is much to be said in
favour of this view. "Men will always be" said Rousseau, "what women make them."
Napoleon Bonaparte was of the opinion: that "the future good or bad conduct of a child
depends entirely on the mother," Once in the course of a conversation with Madame
Campan on the subject of public education, he remarked: "The old system of instruction
seems to be worthless; what, do you think, is yet wanting for the better instruction of the
people ?" "Mothers", immediately replied Madame Campan. Her reply struck the emperor.
"Yes," he said, "here you have a system in a word-mothers trained to properly instruct the
children." Napoleon himself used to attribute the training of his character to his mother,
She was a woman distinguished for her strength and vigorous understanding, The greatness
of character is, however, personal to the individual in a great measure, as shown from the
fact that out of a numerous family, Napoleon was the only one who achieved greatness, the
others having had "greatness thrust upon them". Joseph., the eldest son, had the, same
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mother as Napoleon. Yet the emperor was constantly complaining of Joseph's blundering
incompetence. So Lord Nelson, who was one of the bravest, noblest and most generous of
men was the brother of the clergyman who was created an Earl because of the admiral's
valour and who seems to have been the meanest of men,
Complete the following statements :
1.
Rousseau and Napoleon thought that mothers _______________
2.
Napoleon thought that the old system of _______________
3.
The two qualities of the character of Napoleon's mother were _______________
4.
The difference between Napoleon and his brother proved that _______________
5.
Lord Nelson was one of _______________
Q34. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow :
Massachusetts based Draper Laboratories is trying to develop a special tattoo ink that
changes colour based on glucose levels inside the skin.
Nanotechnology researchers associated with the project believe that the inject able ink may
one day prove helpful in freeing diabetics from painful blood glucose tests. "It doesn't have
to be a large, over-the-shoulder kind of tattoo. It would only have to be a few millimeters in
size and wouldn't have to go as deep as a normal tattoo", Discovery News quoted Heather
Clark, a scientist at Draper, as saying.
She has revealed that her team did not actually set out to create a glucose-detecting ink.
"At first I didn't even think it was possible"", she said,
Clark said she and her colleagues originally created a sodium-sensitive ink to monitor
heart health, advancing basic knowledge of electrolytes in the body, or to ensure athletes
are properly hydrated. It was only after talking to a colleague that she decided to give
glucose detection a try, and modified the system to detect glucose. The ink particles are tiny
spheres about 120 nanometers across, inside which are three parts : the glucose detecting
molecule, a colour-changing dye, and a molecule that mimics glucose.
Complete the following statements ;
1.
Nanotechnology researchers believe that ......
2.
3.
4.
5.
Heather Clark has revealed ......
It was only after talking to a colleague that Clark ......
If the molecules latch onto glucose ......
Find words/phrases in the passage which mean the same as the following 'to seize
tightly'.
Q35.
SO, YOU WANT TO BE A CARTOONIST?
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What writers struggle to express through numerous newspaper columns, the cartoon
manages in a pointed one-liner. Little wonder then, that the first thing most of us like to see
when we pickup a newspaper is the cartoon. Simple though it may seem, making a cartoon
is an art that requires a combination of hard work, training and a good sense of humour.
Cartoonists say that the cartoons that make us laugh the most are in fact the cartoons that
are hardest to make. Even celebrated cartoonists like R.K.Laxman admits that making a
cartoon is not a piece of cake. Laxman says he has to wait for over six hours, which
includes spending a lot of time scanning newspapers and television channels before any
idea strikes him.
So how does one become a cartoonist? Which of us has the talent to make it? How can we
master the rib-tickling strokes and the witty one-liners? How can we make people smile or
laugh? There are few colleges or schools for cartoonists. Most cartoonists come from art
colleges, while some learn the craft on their own. Most established cartoonists are of the
view that no institute can teach you to make a cartoon. "You can pick up the craft, you may
learn to sketch and draw in institutes, but no one can teach anyone how to make a good
cartoon," says Uday Shanker, a cartoonist with Navbharat Times. While basics, like
drawing and sketching can be learnt in an art college, and are important skills, these alone,
do not make a good cartoonist. Because it's a question of one's creativity and sense of
humour; two qualities one simply may not have. The advice established cartoonists give is
that just because you can sketch, don't take it for granted that you will become a cartoonist.
Read the questions given below and write the option you consider the most appropriate in
your answer sheet.
(a) What, according to Laxman, is the challenge in creating a good cartoon?
i)
waiting for the right thought
ii) browsing newspapers to emerge. and television
iii) getting the right kind of
iv) good drawing and sketching training. skills.
(b) Which of these words BEST describes this passage?
(c)
i)
humorous
(ii)
technical
iii) challenging
(iv)
informative
Of the many qualities that cartoonists should have, which of the following is not referred to
directly but can be inferred from the passage?
i)
knowledge of current
ii) knowledge of educational technologies. institutions.
iii) knowledge of news and
iv) knowledge of different current affairs.
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(d) According to the passage, which group of people is of the opinion that one cannot learn to
make a cartoon in institutions?
i)
many struggling writers.
ii) highly creative artists.
iii) well-respected cartoonist.
iv) all newspaper editors.
(e) "Don't take it for granted that you will become a cartoonist." Choose the option that is
closest in meaning to the sentence.
i)
Don't assume that you will
ii) Don't hope that you will become a cartoonist.
iii)
iv)
Q36.
Don't believe that you will
Don't imagine that you will become a cartoonist.
Read the following passage carefully.
WELL RESCUED
UIhas Mandlik, 35, a power-loom owner from Ichalkaranji, Maharashtra, and his mother
were homeward-bound one evening when heavy rain forced them to take shelter beneath a
bridge. Not far away, a small group of labourers huddled together under a part of the
cement housing above a 16 metre deep well used to pump water for irrigation.
Suddenly, Mandlik and his mother heard the labourers scream. When the two got to the
well, they were told that a five year old boy named Hariya had fallen in through a side
opening in the structure. Ignoring his mother's fears, Mandlik quickly knotted together
lengths of flimsy rope belonging to the labourers and asked them to lower him into the dark
well. "I hope the rope holds," he thought. As he descended, Mandlik noticed the metal rings
on the wall of the well. He grabbed hold of one and started climbing down, when he saw
the boy clinging to a pipe running up the well's centre. Grabbing the child, Mandlik started
to climb praying that the old rings wouldn't give away and plunge them both into the
churning water below. Their luck held and within a few minutes, Mandlik clambered to
ground level and handed over Hariya to his sobbing father.
The man fell at Mandlik's feet and offered him some money as a reward. Refusing the cash,
Mandlik took Hariya and his family to a nearby eatery and offered them steaming tea to
warm them up. Several organisations have honoured Mandlik for his bravery and presence
of mind on that wet day three years ago. "I am happy I was at the right place at the right
time," he says," and was able to return a little boy to his family."
Read the questions given below and write the option you consider the most appropriate in your
answer sheet.
a) What first drew Ulhas and his mother to the well?
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i)
shelter from the heavy rain.
ii) the return journey home.
iii) news of a small boy's fall.
iv) the labourer's screams.
(b) What were Ulhas' mother's fears really associated with?
i)
the rusted rings inside the wall.
ii) the risk to the life of the rescuer.
iii) the churning water inside
iv) doubts about the safety of the boy.
(c) Which of the following could be a learning from the report?
i)
ii)
it is best not to involve oneself
one should not take shelter even in situations involving others. beneath a bridge in the
rain.
iii) one cannot predict when an accident may befall any person
iv) metal rings alongside the wall of a well may not always be useful.
(d) Which of these expressions best describe Ulhas in view of this incident?
i)
disregard for an elder's warnings
ii) disbelief in one's own abilities. .
iii) faith only in prayers
iv)
(e)
concern for others .
Which of these did Hariya's father express on receiving his son?
i)
gratitude.
ii)
relief.
iii) anxiety.
iv)
peace.
Q37.
ATITHI DEVO BHAVAH
New Delhi: Atithi Devo Bhavah. To make visitors to the city feel welcome during the
Commonwealth Games, India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) is set to train taxi
and auto drivers, CISF personnel posted at monuments, dhaba owners, hotel staff etc.
Participants will be taught English as well as courtesy and ways to communicate with
tourists. At present, there is a shortage of trained guides in the city and with
Commonwealth Games drawing close, the issue has to be addressed promptly.
With hundreds of historical sites to visit and each monument boasting its own unique
history, foreign nationals are often left to fend for themselves and depend on tourist books
and brochures for information. Language is another problem. Quite a contrast to facilities
offered in tourist sites in western countries, where trained guides-proficient in several
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languages-are easily available to aid visitors apart from group-guided trips at regular
intervals. Although the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) plans to introduce audio guide
services in five languages at some world heritage sites our experts point that not a single
monument or tourist place in the city has an interpretation centre where tourists can come
and get all information pertaining to a particular site. ASI is also in the process of bringing
out more brochures and guides for foreign visitors in the city. Experts say such facilities
are crucial if the government wants to promote Delhi as a heritage city'. Various agencies
like INTACH are also involved in the plans.
Under ITDC's plans, etiquette training for the Games will also be provided to residents
who offer rooms to foreigners under Delhi government's bed and breakfast scheme.
a)
"House-owners will be given hospitality related training and a brief of Indian tourism
scenario. Most visitors generally question their hosts on information about the city. So they
will be provided information on the golden triangle- Delhi, Agra and Jaipur as well as
where tourists should go visiting in Delhi," said an official.
Read the questions given below and write the option you consider the most appropriate in
your answer sheet.
What are the initiatives to be taken up by the India Tourism Development Corporation to
make the visitors feel welcome during the Commonwealth Games?
i)
training of drivers, CISF personals, dhaba owners and hotel staff.
ii)
iii)
iv)
promoting the sale of tourist books and brochures.
arranging audio cassettes and tapes on tourism.
constructing more bed and breakfast homes.
(b) How have the western countries managed to offer aid and better facilities to their tourists?
i)
by providing good tourist books and brochures.
ii) by providing well-behaved and courteous guides.
iii) by training guides in several languages and group-guided trips at regular intervals.
iv) by allowing foreign nationals to fend for themselves.
(c)
Apart from the guides and the guided tours, Archeological Survey of India has expressed
the need for establishing what kind of entres at historical sites to help tourists.
i)
interpretation centres.
ii)
rehabilitation centres.
iii) cessation centres.
iv)
training centres.
(d) What steps have been taken by ASI to promote Delhi as a heritage site?
i)
making brochures very informative and training the residents.
ii) bringing out more brochures and involving other agencies in planning and visitor
management.
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iii)
iv)
offering tourists all sources of comfort for their stay and visits to historical sites.
providing owners of bed and breakfast homes information about Delhi, Agra and
Jaipur.
(e) What is to be provided to residents who offer rooms to foreigners under ITDC's plan.
i)
comfortable stay, friendly and hospitable treatment
ii) etiquette training, hospitality treatment
iii) better tourist guides and interpretation centres
iv) visits to the golden triangle cities.
Q38 Read the following poem carefully answer the questions that follow
The Lapwing
In the dark that falls before the dawn,
When the dew has settled on the thorn,
When the stars have been: obscured by clouds,
A silence covers all things in shrouds.
No wind sighs in the mulberry tree,
No firefly glimmers wild and free,
A shadow has wrapped the night in gloom,
It's silent as a deserted tomb.
All of a sudden a lapwing's cry
Cuts the black silence as it flies by,
Again and again it slashes the dark
That haunts the empty, desolate park.
Anguish, sorrow pours from its throat,
It wings in the night, note after note;
I open my window so the light
Will flood the dark of this wretched night.
Why does it cry so miserably?
Why is it so solitary?
All I know is that loss and ache
Are left behind in the lapwing's wake.
(a)
Meera Uberoi
Write the option that you consider the most appropriate in your answer sheets:
When darkness falls there is
i)
complete silence everywhere
ii) a shroud covering all things
iii) the crying of the lapwing to be heard
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iv) gloom and desolation
(b) When does the lapwing come out?
i)
at dawn
ii)
at night
iii) just before dawn
iv)
in the morning
(c) Why does the poet open the window?
i)
he can get some light
ii)
he can hear the lapwing
iii) he can see the lapwing iv)
he can get some air.
(d) What are the causes of the Lapwing's misery?
i)
loneliness and gloom
ii)
loss and pain
iii) darkness and loss
iv)
darkness and pain
(e)
The lapwing's cry fills the poet with
i)
longing
ii)
anger
iii) unhappiness
iv)
joy
Q39. Read the passage given below:
Surgical Instruments Designed Due to Necessity ,
Necessity, they say, is the mother of invention. And Indian doctors have been quite creative
to perform specific surgeries. They simply design it themselves at one-fourth the price they
are sold abroad. In fact, some of their innovations are priced at as much as hundreds of
dollars abroad.
Take 47-year-old Dr Burjor P Banaji, pioneer of Lasik surgery in India. He's invented over
a dozen surgical instruments. When this senior eye surgeon at Max Eye Care started Lasik,
there were few surgeons doing it worldwide and no specific instruments were available
either. "As I want things super-perfect, I designed a whole slew of instruments that made
my surgery more efficient," says Banaji. The most popular instruments are Banaji Lasik
Shield and Banaji Lasik Spatula and Canulae. "It was simple. I had the designs in my head.
Putting them down on paper was the simplest thing," he says. Instruments manufacturers
and large multinationals in the US snapped them up. "They would send me computer
generated drawings which I would correct and send back. Their level of execution was
astounding. Within two weeks of the designs being finalised, the instruments were in the
world market."
His instruments are priced at hundreds of dollars each in the US, and are also sold in
Switzerland, South America, Korea, Eastern Europe, Africa and Japan. They're available
in India at a fraction of the price.
Write the option that you consider the most appropriate in your answer sheets
(a) Why have some Indian doctors created their own surgical tools?
i)
they have no tools to perform specific surgeries
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ii) the tools they get from abroad cost four times as much
iii) they can sell these tools at a very high price.
(b) What has DrBurjor P Banaji created?
i)
Lasik surgery
ii) Max Eye Care Centre
iii) two surgical instruments called Banaji Lasik Shield and Banaji Lasik Spatula and
Canulae
iv) more than a dozen instruments for operating on the eye.
(c) Where does DrBanaji get the instruments manufactured?
i)
India
ii)
the United States of America
iii) Switzerland
iv)
Japan
(d) What does the phrase slew of instruments refer to?
i)
a wide range of instruments
ii) instruments used for slaying
iii) tools of a similar nature
iv) surgical instruments
Q40.
Read the passage given below:
ALFRED HITCHCOCK
Alfred Hitchcock was a man with vivid imagination, strong creative skills and a passion for
life. With his unique style and God-gifted wit he produced and directed some of the most
thrilling films that had the audience almost swooning with fright and falling off their seats
with laughter. Alfred Hitchcock was greatly influenced by American films and magazines.
At the age of 20, he took up a job at the office of Paramount Studio, London. Using
imagination, talent and dedication, he made each of his endeavours a success. He took
great pleasure in working in the studio and often worked all seven days a week. He moved
to the USA in 1939 and got his American citizenship in 1955.. Here, he produced many
more films and hosted a weekly television show. No matter from where his ideas came,
whether a magazine article, a mystery novel or incident, his films had the typical
"Hitchcock touch"-where the agony of suspense was relieved by interludes of laughter!
Hitchcock was knighted in 1980.
Write the option that you consider the most appropriate in your answer sheets.
(a) What qualities helped Hitchcock achieve success?
i)
his imagination, creativity and passion for life
ii) his hard work, his imagination and his sense of humour
iii) his creativity, his passion for life and his sense of humour
iv) his imagination, his talent and his dedication
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(b) What is Alfred Hitchcock famous as?
i)
writer
ii)
film producer
iii) Television actor
iv)
film actor
(c) What did the typical Hitchcock-style of film-making include?
i)
fear and passion
ii)
fear and humour
iii) suspense and humour
iv)
fear and suspense
(d) What did Alfred Hitchcock do in United States?
i)
He produced films and read magazines
ii) He produced films and television serials
iii) He read magazines and saw films
iv) He produced films and hosted a television show
(e) What does the word swooning mean?
i)
fainting
ii)
falling
iii) hiding
iv)
becoming conscious
Q40.
Read the following passage Free Advice
I was overwhelmed with gratuitous advice. Well-meaning yet ignorant friends thrust their
opinions into unwilling ears. The majority of them said I couldn't do without meat in the
cold climate. I would catch consumption. Mr Z went to England and caught it on account of
his foolhardiness. Others said I might do without flesh but without wine I could not move. I
would be numbed with cold.
One went so far as to advise me to take eight bottles of whisky, for I should want them after
leaving Aden. Another wanted me to smoke, for his friend was obliged to smoke in England.
Even medical men, those who had been to England told the same tale. I replied that I would
try my best to avoid all these things, but if they were found to be absolutely necessary I did
not know what to do. I may here mention that my aversion to meat was not so strong then
as it is now. I was even betrayed into taking meat about six or seven times at the period
when I allowed my friends to think for me. But in the steamer, my ideas began to change. I
thought I should not take meat on any account. My mother, before consenting to my
departure, had exacted a promise from me not to take meat. So, I was bound not to take it,
if only for the sake of the promise. The fellow passengers in the steamer began to advise us
(the friend who was with me and myself) to try it. M K Gandhi
Write the correct option in your answer sheets
(a) The advice the narrator received from his friends was NOT.......................
(i) well-meaning
(ii)
uncalled for
(iii) sought after
(iv)
given by friends
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(b) When was the narrator offered the advice?
(i) when he was leaving for England
(ii) when he was in Aden
(iii) when he had started eating meat
(iv) when he was on the steamer
(c) Why did the narrator's friends advise him to take meat?
(i) everyone in England ate meat
(ii) meat would cause consumption
(iii) meat-eating would keep him healthy
(iv) he would find it tasty
(d) The narrator was reluctant to eat flesh as ............................
(i) he had never eaten it before
(ii) he did not like the taste
(iii) it was not available on the steamer
(iv) he had promised his mother he would not do so
(e) What does the term consumption here refer to?
(i) eat
(ii)
give up
(iii) a disease
(iv)
cold
Q42..Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions based on that.
Our house is filled with photos. They cover the walls of my kitchen, dining room and den. I
see our family's entire history, starting with my wedding, continuing through the births of
both sons, buying a home, family gatherings and vacations. When my sons were little, they
loved to pose. They waved, danced, climbed trees, batted balls, hung upside down from the
jungle gym and did anything for a picture. But when they reached adolescence, picturetaking changed into something they barely tolerated. Their bodies were growing at
haphazard speeds. Reluctantly they stood with us or with their grandparents at birthday
celebrations and smiled weakly at the camera for as short a time as possible. I am the
chronicler of our photographs. I select those to be framed and arrange the others in
albums. The process is addictive, and as the shelves that hold our albums become fuller and
fuller, I wonder what will become of them. Will anyone look at these photographs in future
years? If my sons look at them, what will they think of us and of themselves? One bright
afternoon, I took some photographs of my father with my husband as they fished in a lake
near our vacation house. As my sons and I sat on the shore and watched them row away, I
picked the camera up and photographed the beautiful lake surrounded by green trees. The
two men I loved gradually grew smaller until all I could see were my father's red shirt, and
the tan and blue caps on their heads. I my father died a week later, and suddenly those
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1.
2.
3.
photos became priceless to me. I wept when I pasted them in our album. I wept again
afterwards when I saw my younger son looking at them. It was a few days before he went
away to college. He had taken all our albums down from the bookshelves in the den and
spread them out on the carpet. It had been a very long time since I had seen him doing this.
Once he stopped posing for pictures, he seemed to lose interest in looking at them. But now
he was on the verge of leaving home. This was his special time to look ahead and look
back. I stood for a moment in the hall by the den, and then tiptoed away. I didn't take a
photo of my son that afternoon, but I will remember how he looked for as long as I live.
Some pictures, I learned, don't have to be taken with a camera.
Fill in the summary using one word only.
The author was (a) _________ about taking photographs and framing them. But she always
(b) ________ whether her sons would ever look at them. She was full of (c) ________
when she pasted the pictures of her father's last days in the album. She learnt that some
pictures always (d) ________ in one's mind without a camera.
Two examples that show that the author's sons were averse to taking photographs are:
Give words that mean the same as
i)
Not organized or planned
ii) One who records events in order
iii) Very valuable
iv) Continued engagement with an activity
Q43. Read the following poem carefully.
INDIAN WEAVERS
Weavers, weaving at break of day,
Why do you weave a garment so gay?
Blue as the wing of a bluebird wild,
We weave the robes of a new-born child.
Weavers, weaving at fall of night,
Why do you weave a garment so bright?
Like the plumes of a peacock, purple and green,
We weave the marriage-veils of a queen.
Weavers, weaving solemn and still,
What do you weave in the moonlight chill?
White as a feather and white as a cloud,
We weave a dead man's funeral shroud.
Sarojini Naidu
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Read the questions given below and write the option you consider the most appropriate in
your answer sheet.
(a) What do the weavers weave in the early morning?
(i) a bright blue cloth
(ii)
a dull grey cloth
(iii) a soft white cloth
(iv)
a red coloured veil
(b) The is purple and green coloured.
(i) dress of the weavers
(ii) dress of a newborn child
(iii) the queen's marriage veil
(iv) the robe of a king
(c)
Whom does the poet address in the poem?
(i) weavers
(ii)
children
(iii) queens
(iv)
all the above
(d) What do the weavers weave in the chilly moonlight?
(i) a garment light as a feather
(ii) a garment meant to cover a dead man
(iii) a garment to keep away the chill
(iv) a garment to wrap a newborn child in
(e) The three stages of life mentioned in the poem are
1.
(i) infancy, childhood and senility
(ii) infancy, youth and death
(iii) infancy, adolescence, middle age
(iv) childhood, adulthood and senility
On Janamashtami, Krishna entered the material world at midnight. This is significant.
Midnight is the time of maximum darkness and from the moment the Lord appeared, the
darkness started dimnishing. Similarly, our heart is dark being afflicted by multiple
anxieties and miseries. Put in the darkest hours of our life, we turn to Krishna. He appears
in our heart and all the darkness recedes and the light of eternal hope starts streaming in
the Lord appeared in a prison cell and then freed his parents of their shackles. This
indicates that all of us who are shackled by our own self destructive desires, can be freed
by the Lord who appears in our heart which is obscured in darkness.
Janamashtami celebrates Krishna’s presence in our hearts. Indeed, amidst all the chaos
and disorder prevelent in this Kalyug, why has the Lord not appeared as per his eternal
promise in the Bhagwad Gita ? The Vedic scriptures declare, “Kali kali nama rupe Krishna
Avatar” – that is Kali Yuga the Lord incarnates in the form of His Holy Name.
Read the questions below and choose the correct option :
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Janamashtami is celebrated because
a)
Krishna left this world that day.
b)
Krishna came into this world that day
c)
Krishna got married that day
d)
He wrote the Bhagwad Gita that day
With Lord Krishna’s birth
a)
he light diminished
b)
the darkness appeared
c)
the light stayed
d)
the darkness disappeared
When we are upset ________ come(s) to our rescue
a)
our parents
b)
our teachers
c)
Lord Krishna
d)
Our friends
Shackles in these lines means
a)
the chain’s used to bind the hands and feet of a person
b)
the large bangles worn in the upper arm
c)
a large necklace worn around the neck
d)
none of the above.
Incarnation means
a)
to take birth again in another form
b)
rebirth
c)
home coming
d)
to take birth in human form.
Q44.
i)
Just by the use of colours you can balance your diet. All you need to do is to pay a little
attention to the food you eat.l Nutrition experts strongly recommend adding colours to your
ii)
diet. Sweets and candy bars are generally colourful, but remebers they do not contain
natural colours and hence they are not healthy. They key is variety of naturally coloured
foods. Deeper the colour, greater the benefits. Getting more colours in your diet does not
mean you have to drastically change your current reading habits.
have a glass of 100% juice in the morning. Keep a mix of dry fruits on hand for a quick
snack. Grab an apple or banana on your way out. Include at least two vegetables in your
dinner. Get into the habit of starting your dinner with a salad. Eat fruit for dessert. Always
add greens to sandwiches.
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iii) Most red fruits and vegetables contain an antioxident, which offers protection against ultra
violet rays and cancer and helps to prevent urinary track infections and diseases related to
the circulatory system. Green vegetables not only look great but also possess excellent
antioxidant properties that protect your eyes by keeping the retina in good condition and
reduce the risk of cancerous tumours. Orange and yellow group fruits contain beta carotene,
an antioxident that improves cell communication and thereby helps to stop the spread of
cancer. Blue and purple group not only adds richness to your plate, but also has an
influence on the the pineal grand (the third eye) and the nervous system. White group
contains sulphur compounds that protect DNA and also contains flavonoids, the
antioxidents that protect cell membranes.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Therefore the more colourful diet is (all natural colour) the better equipped your immune
system to cope with diseases.
____ can balance one's diet
a)
Using naturally coloured foods.
b)
Nutrition experts
c)
Only green vegetables
d)
None of the above
Sweets and candy bars ___
a)
are healthy
b)
are unhealthy
c)
do not contain natural colours and are unhealthy
d)
none of these
Cancerous tumours can be prevented by including ____ in one's diet
a)
red fruits and vegetables
b)
orange and yellow fruits and vegetables
c)
green vegetables
d)
all of the above
Antioxidents help to
a)
boost immune system
b)
cope with diseases
c)
both (a) and (b)
d)
None of these
The word drastically in paragraph (i) means the same as _____
a)
generally
b)
severly
c)
partially
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d)
frequency
Q45. Speech is a great blessing but it can also be a great curse for while it helps us to make our
intentions and desires known to our fellows, it can also, if we use it carelessly, make our
attitudes completely misunderstood. A slip of tongue, the use of an unusual word or of an
ambigious word may create an enemy where we have hoped to win a friend. Again different
classes of people use different vocabularies and the ordinarly speech of an educated may
strike an uneducated listner as showing pride; unwillingly we may use a word which bears
a different meaning to our listeners from what it does to men of our ownn class. Thus
speech is not a gift to use lightly without thought but one which demands careful handling.
Only a fool will express himself alike to all.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Speech is a great blessing
a)
if we use it indiscriminately
b)
if we use it carefully
c)
if we use it to please others
d)
if we use it to play one against the other.
Speech can also be a great curse
a)
If we express ourselves alike to all
b)
If we adopt different vocabularies to different classes of people
c)
If we always try to please everyone with it
d)
If we always try to win friends with it
A slip of tongue means
a)
biting the tongue while speaking
b)
telling lies to defend oneself
c)
use words carelessly
d)
incuring loss of profit in hasty bargain
The passage reveals that :
a)
the use ambiguous and unusual words brings us friends
b)
careless use of words create enemies
c)
careful use of words may bring us profits but not friends
d)
speech always reflects one's attitude
A fool will express himself alike to all kinds and conditions of men because
a)
he wants to play with people
b)
he wants to amuse everyone
c)
he wants to amuse no one
d)
he talks the power of discrimination in the use of words.
FORMAT OF FORMAL LETTER
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Senders Address
Date
Receiver's Address
Salutation
Subject
Introductory Para
Main body of letter suggestions
Concluding para
Yours truly
(Full name in block letters Designation)
FORMAT OF INFORMAL LETTER
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Sender's address
Date
Salutation
Body of letter
Yours loving/friend/brother/son
Complimentary close
Write a letter to your friend telling him about your favourite game.
18 East Road
Jungle pore
6th March 2014
My Dear Sharif
Thanks for your letter, with your praises of cricket as the finest game in the world. I don't
want to dispute that, but it is not my favourite. My favourite game is table tennis. It gives us
plenty of exercise; it develops quickness of eye and limb; and it calls our brain, our thinking
power into action.
For indoors, chess is the queen of games. It is all the time intensely exciting. There is no
game that so absorbs you like chess.
Do write about your favourite game.
Yours sincerely
Sahil
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Write a letter to your uncle thanking him for the birthday gift you have received from him.
34 Malvia Nagar
Jaipur
March 24 2013.
My dear Uncle,
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Yesterday was my birthday. I received many gifts, but your gift was the best. You have sent
me a wrist watch. Everybody liked it. I thank you very much for such a lovely gift.
Your gift is very precious to me. I was often late for school. Now I shall be punctual. This
watch will help me during my examination days also. The watch is a token of your love for
me. I shall always keep it with me. Once again I thank you.
Convey my regards to Aunty.
Yours lovingly, Xyz
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You are Deepika, write a letter to your friend, Sonam on her birthday. You are sending her
a present too.
Rose Cottage
Lucknow 4
4th April 2013
My dear Sonam
It is your birthday on Saturday. Many happy returns of the day! I am sending you a camera
to celebrate the event. I know you are fond of photography and hope you will find it useful.
With all best wishes.
Your friend
Deepika
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You are Rahul, write a letter to your younger brother, Anil, advising him not to buy or burst
crackers on Diwali as crackers pollute the air badly.
10-B, G. T. Road
Panipat
30th Dec. 2013
Dear Anil
You will be glad to know that I have decided to celebrate Diwali with all of you.
Diwali is an occasion of all kinds of festivities. I want to enjoy everything connected with
Diwali except bursting crackers. Anil, you are in the habit of buying a large number of big
and small crackers. Even last time you spent over a thousand rupees on crackers.
You know well that the bursting of crackers releases poisonous gases such as sulphur
dioxide in the air. The air gets polluted, which is the cause of diseases like bronchitis,
asthma, etc. The bursting of crackers may cause serious burn injuries to children and loss of
eyesight. It adds to noise pollution.
So, I advise you to make it a point not to use crackers on coming Diwali. Pay my regards to
elders.
Yours affectionately
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Rahul
Write a letter to your friend showing your sympathy on his mother's death.
Write a letter to your uncle thanking him for the beautiful birthday gift he sent you on your
birthday
Write a letter to your friend inviting him / her on your brother marriage to be held next
month.
You are kamal/Kamala of 81, GS Enclave, Jammu. Write a letter to your friend inviting
him/her to your birthday party.
Write a letter to your younger brother advising him to take part in games.
Write a letter to your friend congratulating him on his recovery from illness.
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10.
Write a letter to your younger brother advising him to take part in games.
Write a letter to your father requesting him to send you money to pay your school fee.
Write a letter to your friend congratulating him on his brilliant success in the examination.
Suppose you have gone for a vacation to your aunt's village. From there Write a letter to
your father telling him about same if the things you like there.
11. You are a student of VIII class of DPS Meerut. Write a letter to your friend about a pleasant
experience you had.
12. You are Sandeep. Write a letter to your friend to tell him what you wish to be.
13. Write a letter to your friend, asking him to spend a part of his summer vacation with you.
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Write a letter to your father requesting him to send you rupees five hundred to be deposited
with the school authority for going to Delhi to attend the Scout and Guide camp. ,
Imagine yourself as Sahil, write a letter to your elder brother congratulating him on his
selection in NDA.
You are Akashdeep, living at House No. 948, Sector 4, Chandigarh. Write a letter to your
friend Ankit, apologizing for not attending his birthday party giving sufficient reasons.
Abhilasha Sharma is a student of Queen Mary school Mayur Vihar. She has just returned
from a sightseeing expedition to Nathula Pass, the roof of Sikim, organized by her school.
She is excited and wants to share her experience with Shradha her friend. Write a letter
from Abhilasha to Shardha. (120 WORDS)
18. Games and sports are very important. Write a letter to your younger brother about their
benefits for physical health as well as character building and advise him to participate. You
are Rohit/Renu living at H.No. 53, Gajapati Nagar, Delhi.
19. Your winter vacations are approaching. Write a letter to your friend in Mumbai inviting
him/her to come to Delhi and spend a few days with you.
20. You have just returned from a trekking trip to Manali. You also visited Shimla and Kullu.
Write a letter to your friend describing your experience of the trip, the people, food, dress
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and culture of the place. You are Raveena/Raghav of B-880, Sunflowers Towers, New
Delhi. You can take the help of the clubs given below :
Snow covered mountains;
simple dress cap
Simple honest, hard working people.
Simple traditional food.
FORMAT OF FORMAL LETTER
SOLVED EXAMPLES
1708, Suiwalan
Daryaganj
New Delhi-2
The Editor,
The Times of India
NEw DElhi
8th April, 2003
Dear Sir
Subject : Communal Disharmony
The recent riots in Gujarat have been another sad chapter in the history of communal
disharmony in our country. The riots resulted in the death of many and rendered many more
homeless.
Our society has been witness to many forms of violence. But the most disturbing of these
has been the communal disharmony between the two dominant communities - The hindus
and the Muslims. Communal disharmony has a long history and its roots date back to the
British era. But in modern times, the chief cause of communal tensions is the mixing of
religion and politics. The politicians use religion as a vote bank thereby creating tensions
between the two communities.
If such conflicts have to be prevented in future, It is necessary to separate religion and
politics. Our leaders have to be more responsible in the speeches that they make. The media
also has an important part to play in preventing these conflicts. The media should play a
responsible and constructive role in sensitizing the public.
Yours Faithfully,
XYZ
1.
You are Deepak of HSS School, Jammu. Write an application to the principal of your
school, requesting him to permit your class to see the book fair.
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9.
Write an application to your Principal to grant you two days leave. Give reasons.
Imagine you are Manju studying in k.v.no-1, Pathankot. You are ill. Write an application
to your principal requesting him to grant you sick leave for 2 days only.
Write an application to the headmistress of your school for marriage for a week.
Write an application to the principal of your school for leave For a day because of a urgent
piece of work.
Imagine you are studying in K.V.no-1, Pathankot. you have been fined for Rs. 200/- for
breaking school property . Write an application to your principal requesting him to remit
the fine.
As a parent you are concerned about the number of hours teenagers spend surfing the net
either social networking or chatting online with friends. Write a letter to the editor of a
national daily about your worries, giving suggestions to other parents on how to tackle the
situation.
You are living in an area which is completely negelected by the Municipal corporation of
your city. A number of residents are suffering from Malaria and water borne diseases. As
Raman, Write a letter to the Health Officer of the Municipal corporation to take urgent
steps to improve the sanitation of your area.
You are Mohit/Neha living at 40-C, Netaji Park, Jalandhar. You feel concerned about TV
addition among children. Draft a letter to the editor of a prominent newspaper highlighting
the problem and making some concrete suggestions in not more than 150-175 words.
10. The condition of the public park in your locality is miserable and it is also misused bysome
mischievour people. Write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper with the help of the
points given below in 120 words.You are Ritu/Ravi A-15, Kailash colony, New Delhi.
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Poorly managed parks
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Heaps of garbage lying everywhere
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boundary wall broken
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drunkards sit and quarrel
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very dirty, animals resting there •
people scared to go there
11. Taking the help of the points given below, Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper giving
your views about the impact of cinema films on the young minds.
Young boys and girls have a special attraction towards cinema films due to age factor –
heroes and heroines treated as their idols – follow the acts blindly – create persimistic view
of life – only good films should be produced.
12. You recently visited an important historical monument. You were shocked to find it in a
state of utter neglect. Taking help from the clues given below and with your own ideas,
write a letter to the Editor of a leading newspaper highlighting the poor condition of
important archaeological and heritage sites. Point out the lack of essential services, the poor
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state of maintenance and its misuse by people. Give suggestions for improving the
situation.
Clues :
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Lack of maintenance
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Poor security
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funds not properly used
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dumping garbage
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graffite
1. Write a letter to the post master of your area complaining about the irregular delivery of
letters by the postman.
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Write a letter to the Health Officer complaining against the insanitary condition of your
street.
Write a letter to the standard book Co.Jammu complaining about the poor quality of boks
supplied to your library. You are Mohan/Mohini Librarian of KV Sunjwan.
LETTER WRITING
FORMAL AND INFORMAL
You are Rohit/Rita, a student of class X of J.R. Public School, Sagarpur, New Delhi. Metro
rail has become a very popular, comfortable and convenient mode of transport in your city.
You also want to have the experience along with your classmates. Write an application to
the principal of your school requesting her/him to arrange a metro ride for the students of
your class.
You are Garima/ Chaitanya living at E-5/26 Sect-16 Rohini, New Delhi. Your streets and
roads experience water logging during the monsoon season. The people of your area find it
difficult to lead normal life and this adds to their problems. Write a letter to the
commissioner of MCD. Delhi to take necessary steps to control the water logging and help
the residents.
Computers have become the need of the day. They have captured all field of life. So
knowledge of computer is essential for all especially for the students. Write an application
to the principal of your school to introduce computer as a compulsory subject for secondary
classes. You are Anil/Ankita of Jain Public School, Palam Village, New Delhi.
You have recently read the news about a child falling in the open manhole. There are many
such manholes in your city are left open. Write a letter to the municipal commissioner
MCD, Delhi drawing his/her attention to the dangers that these manholes can cause and
request him/her to get them cleaned and closed.
You are Ashoka/ Tanmay of 23 Sect, 7, Rohini, New Delhi. Day before yesterday there was
a marriage in your neighbourhood. The procession was very late and the orchestra kept on
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playing loudly even after mid night. It disturbed students, old people, patients and infants.
Write a letter to Editor of a daily newspaper about the problems.
You are Rekha/Rahul, living at 22/2, Hari Nagar, New Delhi. Write a letter to the Editor of
a newspaper drawing the attention of the people to inculcate safe road habits among the
vehicle drivers so that they can reach their destination safe and sound. You can write the
letter under the heading 'Drive safe, Arrive Safe'.
You are Rakesh/Rasmi a resident of B-15 Janakpuri, New Delhi. You have been gifted an
electric scooty by your grandfather on his retirement. Write a leter to your grandfather
expressing your feeling for him.(28)
You are Anil/Anita of C-5 Tilak Nagar, New Delhi. Your friend has invited you to a picnic.
Unfortunately you are unable to join the same as you have an appointment with the doctor.
Write a letter to your friend expressing your inability to join it.
9. Now-a-days reading habit among youngsters is decreasing to some extent. The main
reasons behind it are their interest in T.V. watching, playing computer games and sending
message through mobiles.
Write a letter to your younger brother advising him to develop reading habits and its
importance in learning process. You are Rohit/Rani living at 25 Ashok Vihar, Delhi.
10. You have come to know that your younger brother rides his bike very fast and at time is
very reckless on the road. He also does not like wearing helmet while driving. You are very
concerned about his safety. Write a letter to your brother advising him to follow traffic
rules for his safety. You are Anil/Annu of A-10 Vikaspuri, New Delhi.
11. Your friend Sumit/Sunita has topped the school by getting A1 in all the subject and CGPA10 in board Exam. You are happy for your friend that his/her hard work and dedication has
paid off. Write a letter congratulating him/her and express your happiness and good wishes.
You are Rajiv/Rajni 25/2 BIock D, Janakpuri, New Delhi.
12. Write a letter to your younger brother giving him tips on healthy eating habits as you have
come to know that he has developed a taste for fast/junk food like burgers and pizzas along
with cold drinks. You are worried that this may lead to obesity and health problem. Advise
him to take a balanced and nutritious diet and return to healthy food only.
13. You have facility of a computer Aided learning (CAL) Lab in your school. All the students
of your school are very happy with this lab having a big T.V. and a computer with lessons
on all your subjects. Now learning has become more interesting and fun. Write a letter to
your uncle telling him about the benefits of CAL lab in your school. You are Arun/Ankita
living at 42 Rajouri Apartment, New Delhi.
14. Imagine you are studying in k.v.no-1, Pathankot . Write an application to your principal
requesting him to permit you to go on a historical tour.
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15. Write an application to chairman, water authority, on the problem related to scarcity of
water.
16. You are Jagjit Singh of Vikas Nagar, Karnal. Write a letter to the Health Officer of your
city drawing his attention to the insanitary condition of the street in which you live and
point out the danger of a possible outbreak of an epidemic.
17. You are Suresh, the proprietor of M/S Rosie Garments. You have ordered a consignment of
hosiery goods from Ludhiana but during the transit the railway parcel has been tempered
with and certain articles were found missing at the place of delivery. Write a letter of
complaint to the railway authorities asking compensation for the damages.
18. Write a letter to the Editor of a national daily expressing your views on the changing role of
media in the light of emergency national/social problems and increasing in
newspapers/news channels and magazines. You may use the hintS given below.
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The changing role of media- from opinion makers to decision makers
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Aggressive news making, intrusion into privacy of the Indian politics.
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Breaking news to catch the-TRO-corrupt media, hand in glove with corrupt politics.
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Also helps in unearthing scams-Tehelka case in point.
19. You are Revathy. You happened to see the following news items in the newspaper about
the popularity of Indian handicrafts aboard. But you are unhappy about the lack of
recognition given to the artisans by the government. Write the letter to editor of a
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newspaper about the difficulties they face and the steps to be taken to solve their problems.
Using the information given on the next page and your own ideas, write the letter in not
more than 150 words.
Indian handicraft in great demand in the U.S, Europe and the Gulf countries.
Cheap and exquisite work.
Rare work-reflections rich culture and heritage of India.
Products not given proper publicity.
Exploitation by middleman
Imparting education
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Creating awareness about their rights
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Government to intervene
20. You recently visited a small town in Madhya Pradesh. The sight of small children, around
the age of ten, working in a glass-making factory has disturbed you. Write a letter to the
editor of a national newspaper expressing your concern regarding the grave problem in your
country. Also highlight the ill-effect of child labour. (120-150 words)
21. As a member of NSS club you were taken to an Old age home on a field trip. Your
interaction with the inmates made you realize that in spite of all the facilities, they were
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lonely without the love and affection of their family. Write a letter to the Editor of a Local
Daily expressing your shock at this new trend of sending parents to old age homes and the
need to instill love for the elders into the people.
22. Imagine yourself as Gaurav Mallya.Your rom mate Tejas' right hand is plasteed as it got
fractured while playing badminton in the school. Write a letter to his father informing him
about the accident and also asking him not to worry.
23. In your summer vacation, you visited an unusually attractive town Kausani located in
Uttarakhand. You were mesmerized and awestruck by its picturesque beauty. Discussing
your experiences of the visit, write a letter to your cousin in about 120-150 words.
24. You recently read an article in the newspaper on various causes of competitive and worry
amongst the students appearing for various competitive examinations. Your cousin is also
preparing for one of them. You decide to give him tips on how to cope with the
examination stress. Write a letter to your cousin about 120-150 words.
25. Write a letter to your grandfather informing him about the award you eon in the Science
Quiz at the since centre. Also mention how
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1.
NOTICE WRITING
You are Geetika Sharma. You have lost your watch in the school playground during the
recess. Draft a lost notice including all the necessary details. Don't use more than 50 words.
Crescent Public School, New Delhi
Notice
24-01-2014
Lost ! Lost ! Lost !
A new Titan watch having a golden dial and black leather strap has been lost in the school
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playground during recess. Anyone who finds it, should either deposit in the lost and found
department of the school or return to the undersigned. The finder will be suitably rewarded.
Geetika Sharma
VII-B
You are Tarang/Ritika Gupta, the literary captain of your school. Draft a notice to be put up
on the school notice board inviting participation for the interschool English Debate
Competition to be organised in your school. The topic of the debate is "Means are more
important than the Ends.
Golden Heights Public School
Notice
24-01-2014
Inter School English Debate
The school is organising an Inter School English Debate Competition on 30th January,
2014. The topic for the debate is 'Means are more important than the ends'. The competition
will be held in the school itself. Two children to speak for or against the motion will be
chosen. Only students of class VI and VII are eligible to participate. Interested students
should contact the undersigned latest by 25th January, 2014.
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3.
Tarang/Ritika Gupta
Literary Captain.
You are Mohit of Guru Nanak public School, Patiala. As Cultural Secretary of the school,
write a notice for your school notice board, inviting talented students for participation in a
drama contest being organised by a Rotary Club.
NOTICE
GURU NANAK PUBLIC SCHOOL, PATIALA 10th November 2013
Participation In a Drama Contest
A drama contest is being organised by the local Rotary Club on the 20th Nov. 2013, in the
school auditorium. Interested students should assemble for selection on 12thNov. at 3p.m in
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Room No. 10.
Mohit
(Head Boy)
As Head Boy/Head Girl of St. Francis School, Allahabad, draft a notice requesting the
students to donate liberally to a philanthropic society which has set up a relief fund for the
cloud burst victims in Utrakhand. Write a notice and put it in a box.
NOTICE
ST. FRANCIS SCHOOL, ALLAHABAD
5th May2013
5.
Cloud Burst Relief Fund
The City Philanthropic Society helps people hit by natural calamities. It requests the student
community to liberally contribute food articles, medicines, money and clothes for the
victims of cloud burst in Utrakhand. Members of the society are to visit the school on 14th
April 2013 at 3p.m. Deposit your donations in the office by 13th April.
Anita
(Head Girl)
You are Heena sharma , Head girl of ST Mary's School. Your school is organising remedial
classes for students of class V to XII, "Revise" after school hours from 1st August. All
students who have secured less than 60% marks in the first terminal Examinations in any
subject must attend the classes. Classes will be held from 2.30 p.m to 4.30 p.m. Lunch will
also be provided to the students on request. Write a notice for the school notice board
informing the students about the "Revise". Do not exceed 50 words.
NOTICE
ST.MARY'S SCHOOL
12 Dec, 2013
Remedial classes for weak students
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6.
("Revise" Remedial classes for weak students) Compulsory remedial classes "Revise" for
those students of class V to XII who have secured less than 60% marks in the first terminal
examination will be organised from 1 August 2013 after school hours from2.30 p.m to 4.30
p.m. Lunch will be provided on request.
For further details contact the undersigned.
Heena Sharma
Head Girl
Shoba is the head girl of the St. Joan's School, Agra. Her Principal asks her to put a notice
asking all House Captains to assemble to discuss ways to improve the discipline in the
school. Write the notice in 15 words.
NOTICE
2 JULY, XXXX
ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL, AGRA
MEETING OF HOUSE CAPTAINS
All the house Captains have to assemble in the auditorium for a meeting with the Principal
to discuss ways to improve the school discipline. The meeting will be held on 8th July at 10
A.M.
SHOBHA
Head Girl
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NOTICE FOR PRACTICE
Your are Niharika monitor of 6th B of K.V.Upper Camp Dehradun. You have lost your text
book of English `Honey Suckle'. Write a notice to be put up on the notice board giving
details in about 50 words.
You are Sachin, the head boy of your school. The maths teacher of your school has found a
calculator in the school campus. Write a notice in not more than 50 words in this context.
Write a notice in about 50 words launching "Tree Plantation Drive" in your school. You are
Abhir secretary of eco Club of D.P.S, R.K.Puram, New Delhi.
You are Rahul, Secretary, Adventure Club, Saraswati Public School, Shimla. Your club is
organizing a Trekking Expedition to Manali. Write a notice in 50 words for the school
notice board.
You are Rohit of Class VI. You have lost your new water bottle.Write a notice that you
would like to put upon the notice board.
You are Sahil of Class VI. You have found a purse lying in one of the lawn's of your
school.Write a notice asking the owner of the purse to contact you. Put the notice in a box.
You are Arsh Yadav, the head boy of Delhi Public school, Karnal. You have been asked to
write a notice regarding a bicycle found in the school. Write the notice in about 50 words.
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8.
You are Amit/Amita, Head Boy/Head Girl of Zenith Public School.Write a notice for your
school notice board calling for entries from talented students for Britannia Quiz Contest
Preliminary round to be held at your school. (Word limit not more than 50 words.)
9. Your school is organising a painting, competition to create an awareness of 'Importance of
trees' among the students. Write a notice in about 50 words for the students of VI to X
giving the necessary details of the contest and inviting them to participate in it. You are
Nikhil/Neha, the Secretary of Fine Art Club of your school. Put the notice in the box.
10. During your morning yoga session you find an i pad in Lodhi Garden of Delhi. Write a
notice to inform about the same. You need to put up the notice on the garden's notice board.
11. Karan is the head boy of your school. The school is organizing an Educational Fair. He has
been asked to put up a notice on the school Notice Board to inform the students.
12. You are Head Boy /Head Girl of your school. You are asked to draft a notice informing the
students about the magic show being organized in the school auditorium. Draft the notice in
about 50 words. Put the notice in a box.
13. You are Manisha of Class VI C. you have lost your Library Card somewhere in the school
premises during the recess. Write a notice to be put up on the notice board promising a treat
to the finder.
14. You are the cultural secretary of your school. You have been asked to inform students of
class VI to VII about an Inter school Dramatics competition. Draft a notice in about 50
words to be put on the school notice board, with all necessary details. Put the notice in a
box.
15. As the President of Students Council of DAV School, Bikaner, write a notice asking the
monitors and the prefects to assemble in the Common Room to discuss how to inculcate the
habit of discipline among the students.
16. As Student editor of your school magazine "Honey Bee" invite entries for the publication
before 20th February. Draft the notice for display on the Notice Board of your school.
17. Imagine that you are the Health Officer, Pune Municipal Corporation. Frame a notice,
advising the residents to keep their surroundings clean, to prevent the break out of malaria,
cholera etc. Put the notice in the box.
18. Imagine that the school Principal of your school has put up a notice asking for donations for
a good cause. Frame the notice.
19. Imagine that you are the class teacher of class 7-B and going to visit a craft mela. Frame a
notice about the same.
20. Imagine that you are Raman Sethi a student of class 7-B of Green Bells School. Frame a
notice for the school students, informing them about the loss of your school blazer. Put the
notice in the box.
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21. You are the cultural secretary of your school. You have been asked to inform students of
Class VI- VIII about a Drama competition in your school. Draft a notice in about 40-50
words to be put on the school notice board, with all necessary details. Put the notice in the
box.
22. You are Mrs. Shweta, Principal, New Bloom Public School, Chennai. Write a notice for the
school notice board informing students and teachers about the annual inspection to be held
next week.
23. You are Ritish, school captain of Spring Dale Public School. Write a notice informing the
students about a debate competition to be held in the next week. The topic is "Should home
work be abolished".
24. You are Head Boy/Head Girl of your school. Your school has decided to help the flood
victims with money and materials. Write a notice informing all the class monitors to attend
a meeting with the principal during recess in the principals office to discuss the ways and
means to collect the material through the children.
25. Sandeep of Class X is the Secretary of Tours and Trip Society of AS Public School. The
School is organising a 20 day historical tour to some important places in the south. He has
been asked by the principal to put up a notice inviting students interested in visiting those
places. Write this notice in about 50 words.
26. Your school is celebrating Grand Parents Day next week. Write a letter in about 50 words
to be put up on the school notice board informing the students about the celebration and
requesting them to be present with their grand parents.
27. You are Vishal/Vaishali, Secretary of the school cultural Association. A Diwali Mela is
being organised in the school campus. Draft a notice asking students of the senior classes
along with their parents to volunteer for the various stalls to be put up.
28. Your school is holding a cultural Fiesta for collecting funds for the KargiI Jawans' Welfare
Fund. Draft a notice for your school Notice Board giving details of the programme and
donations to be made. Sign yourself as Manoj Sehgal, Cultural Secretary, Rose Public
School, Mumbai.
29. You are Anita Desai/ Anup Sharma, the Sports secretary of St. Paul public school,
Ahmadabad. Your school has decided to host the regional Level Basket Ball Tournament.
Draft a notice for your school Notice Board inviting all the school children to attend the
Tournament and cheer the participants.
30. You are the President of the Students' council of St. Francis Sr. Secondary school,
Bangalore. You have invited a visiting Russian Ballet Troupe to give a performance in your
school on the occasion of its Golden Jubilee celebrations. Write a notice in about 50 words,
informing the students about this event. sign yourself as Rohit/Rakhi.
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31. The Students' Council of your school has organized an Excursion to Goa/ Ajanta and Ellora
for the students of classes XI and XII during Winter Break As President of the council,
write a notice in not more than 50 words telling the students about this excursion and
inviting their names for joining it.
32. You are Avdesh/ Avantika Secretary, Science Forum, Modern School Allahabad. Write a
notice for the school notice board inviting the students to attend a lecture to be delivered by
an eminent scientist. Invent all other details.
33. You have planned a six week course to help the children of your Housing Society complex
in developing their communication skills. Prepare a notice for the Society's Notice Board
stating the objectives of the course and give all necessary details asking the people to join
the course. Do not forget to mention the eligibility, timing, venue and the fees. You are
Yashwant Rai, an effective communicator and a member of the society.
34. You are Manish Duggal, the president of Vikas Nagar Resident' Welfare association. You
wish to hold meeting to protest against the frequent power cuts in our society. Draft a notice
in not more than 50 words inviting the residents of your colony to the meeting.
35. You are Aashish, an upcoming artist. Write a notice in not more than 50 words to inform
the public about the first exhibition of your most important works. Put the notice in a box.
36. You are the Secretary of your School Literary association. Write a notice in not more than
50 words, giving details of the inauguration of the Literary Association Activities in your
school. You will sign yourself as Rajat/Vidisha of Queen Victoria Senior Secondary
School, Nagpur.
37. Being the monitor of your class, your class teacher has asked you to put a notice on the
notice board to inform your classmates who want to join an Educational trip to Jaipur in
Summer Vacation for five days. Mention also that the payment of 800 rupees be paid per
head for the trip.
38. You are Romil of National Public School Luck now. Being the In charge of Inter School
Cultural Committee of your school.You are asked to inform the students about the inter
school competition. Interested students to appear for selection.
39. Write a notice for your school notice board in 50-70 words asking students to volunteer
themselves for the adult education programme during the summer vacation.
40. Meenakshi Goyal is sports captain of Navodaya school. The sports day is to be held on
march 25st, which is just two weeks away. She had to inform House Captains that they
have to submit the names of the participants to her in a week's time. Students cannot take
part in more than three events excluding the relay race. Any delay or wrong information
will lead to disqualification of the student. Write a notice for Meenakshi.
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41. You have found a set of keys lying in the school corridor. Write a notice in about 50 words
announcing the find and inviting the rightful owner to claim it after identifying it. Also say
where and when the owner can contact you to claim the keys.
42. Suppose you are Gitesh Mishra, the Head Boy of BMC Arya public school, Delhi. You had
a meeting with the Principal and House Masters in which the date for Annual Sports Day
was decided. Draft a notice in about 50 words, announcing the dates and requesting the
interested participants to submit their names along with the names of events they want to
participate in.
43. The Department of Posts, Government of India, is organizing a `Design a stamp
competition' to mark the world Postal Day. As the secretary of the Arts Club of your
school, write a notice in about 50 words to
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announce the competition and give details of date, time, venue and prizes.
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invite students to participate in it.
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say who they should contact for registration.
44. National Book trust of India is organizing a Book Fair at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi to
celebrate Children's Day. Your school is planning to take a group of students on a visit to
the Fair. As Ram Sharma, secretary of Readers Club of Arya Public school, Noida, write a
notice on the school notice board inviting students to join the visit. Include details - like
time of departure and arrival and the money students can carry to buy books.
45. Your school has recently experienced an increase in the number of late comers who not
only violate the discipline but also disturb smooth functioning of the school. As the Head
Boy of your school, write a notice in about 50 words for the school notice board
46. Young astronauts have to be selected for Mission NASA . The preliminary round will be
conducted in Modern School. Write a notice inviting students who wish to become
astronauts to take the preliminary round for final selection. You are the Director of Science
Research Centre.
47. Imagine yourself to be the Principal of career school. During one of Interactions with your
class, you realize the financial problems of some of the students. Put up a notice on the
school notice board, making an appeal to all the teachers as well as the board members to
contribute generously to help such students to continue their studies.
48. You are Mahendra Kumar, the Secretary of the Science Club of your school. Write a notice
for the school Notice Board, informing the students about the science exhibition to be held
and requesting them to participate in it whole heartly. Also inform them that outsiders are
also welcome to this exhibition. Write out the notice in not more than 50 words excluding
the heading. Put the notice in a box.
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49. A Health Awareness Camp has been organised in your residential complex by an NGO.
Draft a notice, giving details of the programme.Write it on behalf of Secretary, Friends for
All Housing Groups, in 80-100 words.
50. Saraswati Bal Mandir is organising a Disaster Management Camp for two days to train
young boys and girls in Diaster Management. Draft a notice, informing students who are
interested to be trained, to join the camp and volunteer later on. Do not exceed 100 words.
E-Mail Writing
FORMAT
Introduction
E-mail is a way of sending messages and data by means of computers connected together in
a network. It is a short form for electronicmail. It has develped to be one of the most
popular and preferred means of communication. E-mail has definate advantages over letter
writing or other regular mails. It is faster, inexpensive and easier way of communication
than the conventional methods. We can't imagine modern way of living without e-mail or
Internet. It is delivered instantly and received within a few seconds just by the click of a
button.
Like the conventional letter writing, E-mails can be found as well as informal. Formal E-
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mails are like formal letters for official and formal communications. However, informal Emails are personal communication between acquaintances, friends and relatives.
E-mails messages consist of two major sections :
Header consisting of subject, sender, receiver, date and time.
Body contains the message. It can be formal/informal letter depending on the purpose.
Study the following tips on composing E-mails :
Subject :
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It should be brief.
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It should give a clue to the content of the message.
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It need not be a complete sentence.
Salutation
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Dear Sir/First name of the person
Opening Statement
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Begin with a pleasantry or greeting.
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When replying to a message always use :
Thank you for your message/I received your message.
Clarity and tone
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When you expect a reply use : "Please let me know".
When you want help use, "Please" or 'Kindly'.
Paragraphs
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Each main idea should be in a separate paragraph, making it easy for the reader to
understand the message.
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Use complete sentences (no SMS Language)
Complementary Close
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Regards / Love
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Name
Mail Contacts
Calender
Note pad
Send Save asDraft
Cancel
Insert address (Separated by commas)
To
Cc
Subject
Attach files Plain text
Send Save as Draft
Cancel
As Secretary of the District Red Cross write an E-mails to be sent to all the principals of Sr.
Secondary schools requesting them to control volunteers for the Blood Donation Campaign.
From : Secraryredcross@yahoo.com
To : Principals@hotmail.com
Subject : Enrolling volunteers for Blood Donation
Sir,
It is brought to your kind notice that like every year, the Red Cross is organizing a Blood
Donation campaign in the District. For this purpose, we intend to organize blood donation
camps in different colleges. We have the services of doctors and trained nurses for the
occasion. But this big task can't be undertaken without the active support of schools of the
area. The Principals of Senior Secondary schools can play a leading role to make this
campaign a great success. Therefore, we request you to send a team of volunteers who can
motivate other students.
Red Cross of India
Yours Faithfully
M. Samuel
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1.
Write an E-mails in 120-150 words to be sent to the Hindustan Times expressing your
dismay at the inadequate relief measures undertaken by the administration during the recent
unprecedented floods in your area.
From : ashok@yahoo.com
To : hindustantimes@hotmail.com
Subject : Inadequate relief measures to flood-victims.
Sir
Through the columns of your esteemed daily I want to express my deep dismay and
resentment at the inadequate relief measures undertaken for the victims of flood in Kanpur
District. The flood in this area is quite unprecedented. The river Ganga is overflowing well
above the danger mark. Most of the villages and settlements are reeling under the fury of
the flood. Twelve people and hundreds of cows, bulls and other animals have been swept
away by the river. The residents have run to higher places for safety. Unfortunately, the
district administration has proved singularly ineffective and incompetent to deal with the
fury of the flood. Neither have they enough manforce nor adequate food, milk and
medicines for the flood affected people. Electricity and water supply has remained cut off
for more than a week. Some voluntary organizations, of course, are working round the
clock to ease the situation.
I hope the district administration would come out of its inaction and slumber. They must,
provide adequate relief measures to the flood victims. Any delay can bring more misery and
misfortune for the people.
Yours faithfully
Ram Lal
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You are Geetika/Gourav. Write an e-mail to your friend congratulating her/him for winning
Shanker's Art competition.
From: geetika@yahoo.co.in
To:divya123@gmail.com
Cc:divyansh@yahoomail.com
Subject: congratulations
Dear Divya/ Divyansh
I was thrilled to hear that you have won the Shanker's Art Competition held this year. It is a
proud moment for all of us.I have heard that this competition is held on an international
scale. So, this is a remarkable achievement on your part. I have always said that you are an
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excellent artist and by winning this prestigious competition, you have made all of us very
proud. Give my regards to your parents.
Geetika/Gourav
3. Write an e-mail to the consumer care of NDPL complaining about electricity problem in
your area. Due to this lots of thefts have been happening. Request them to rectify the
problem as soon as possible. You are Divyam/ Diyusha
From: diyusha10@yahoo.com
To:consumercare@ndpl.com
Cc:districtmanager@ndpl.com
Subject: Electricity Problem
Sir
I wish to draw your attention to the electricity problem in Azadpur. The electricity supply is
in a bad shape. There are frequent breakdowns. When the lights go off at night, the roads
become pitch dark. Several cases of thefts and burglaries have been reported so far.
Some immediate action should be taken to relieve the residents of this nuisance.
Your's truly,
Divyam/Diyusha
4. You are Sushil/Sushila. Your cousin Rohit asks you to describe your recent visit to a hill
station so that he may also visit it one day. Write your reply via e-mail to him in 120 words.
Date: 12 Dec, 2013
From: <sushi113 @gmail.com>
To:<rohitkumar@yahoo.com>
Subject: Visit to Shimla
Dear Rohit
I hope you are fine. I am describing my visit to Shimla now.
We visited Shimla during summer vacations. We caught the small train from Kalka to
Shimla. The railway journey was very pleasant & enjoyable. The scenery was very
charming. There was a lot of greenery all around. It looked beautiful in the valleys &
gorges. Hills were covered with trees & other vegetation. Snow covered peaks of
Himalayas looked majestic from lookout points.
Nature looked really beautiful. We visited various lodges once inhabited by the famous
Mall Road. The next day we visited Chail& enjoyed the nature in its glory. The weather
was pleasant & refreshing. We returned after three days. Do visit it in your vacations as it is
worth visiting because of its location & greenery. You'll enjoy it thoroughly. Open
attachments for the photographs I clicked at Shimla.
Yours sincerely
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Sushil
5. You are Mohit Write an e-mail to the Hindustan Times complaining about too much home
work given to children.
Date :
xxxxxxxxxxx
From:
mohit @gmail.com
To :
hindustantimes a,gLmail.com
SUB:
Too much homework to children
Sir:
It is really pity that teachers give too much homework to children in the lower classes. The
children should be considered as children only. They shouldn't be treated as beasts of
burden. They are in the budding age of their lives If too much pressure is put on them, they
may not bloom at all. They must have some time play and enjoy their childhood.
Moreover, the type of work given to children is dull and boring. It is more of copying and
cramming It does not sharpen their intelligence. They are condemned to spend most of their
time in doing their homework. They must have leisure time for playing or developing
gainful hobbies. They must help in developing their personality in the right direction.
Regards
Mohit
EXERCISE ON E-MAIL
1
Write an e-mail to your younger brother urging him to take part in sports and games.
2
You are Gayatri and you have been quite depressed by your current situation in class and at
home and need motivation. Write an e-mail in 120 word to your friend Prithi, asking for
advice.
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You are Tina. You were interviewed for a job at a company. Write an email in 120 words to
the Manager for calling you for the interview.
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You are Rita, a parent. Write an e-mail in 120 words thanking a teacher who helped your
child adjust in the school.
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You with your friend visited the Trade Fair held in PragatiMaidan, New Delhi. Write an email to your friend describing your visit to it in 120 words.
You are Varun/Payal. Write an e-mail to your uncle requesting him to attend your birthday
party at your residence.
You are Prakash/Deepti. Write an e-mail to your elder brother who is away on a to your in
Dubai requesting him to bring a good laptop for you.
You are Mohit. Write an e-mail to your friend telling him how you saved a drowning boy.
You are Amit/Priya. Write an e-mail to your manager for resignation from the company.
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You are Yogesh/Yogita of DAV school, Dwarka, New Delhi. You need your studying
certificate from the school as your father has to submit the same in his office. Write an email to the principal of your school requesting him/her to issue the same in about 120
words.
The students of class X of Rahul Mode) School Sadh Nagar, New Delhi, wish to visit
'KHEL GAON' developed for CWC.-As head boy of your school, Write an e-mail to your
principal to arrange a visit for the students on any working day during school hours in 120
words.
You are Nitin/Neha living at C-25 Ramesh Nagar, New Delhi. In the main market of your
block during rush hours a few women have experienced of losing their gold chains and ear
rings snatched by young boys riding on bike. You are very much worried about such
incidents. Write an e-mail to the Editor of a local newspaper to draw attention of the
concerned higher authority about it.
Public park is the heart of the residential area. Children play, elders go for walk and even
ladies do yoga and other exercises there. But unfortunately the park of your area has
become a place for stray animals, drinkers and gamblers. Write an e-mail to the Editor-of
the daily newspaper to draw attention of the civic authorities towards it in not more than
120-150 words.
You are Rachit/Rachana, a class IX student of Army School Mathura Cantt. You want to
join computer classes during summer vacation at Sony computer centre, a well re-puted
computer institute of Agra. Send an E- Mail to the institute seeking the following
information:
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Courses offered
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Duration of each course
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Respective course fee
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Frequency of classes
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Lodging/boarding facility
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Any other information
The E-Mail ID of the institute is 'sonycompagc@yahoo.co.in
15 You are Varun/ Varnika. Write an e-mail to your principal, complaining to him/her about
the problems of sanitation and cleanliness in your school.
16 You are Sohan, an employee of Reliance India Limited Mumbai. You planned to visit your
home during the month of May, 2011. But you are not able to go your home as you have
been asked to go to Kolkata during that period by the company. Send an email to your
father showing your inability to go home as planned earlier.
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On Mother's Day you gifted your mother with "LenovoA600 Idea Centre". Your cousin
wants you to write an E-Mail and describe how your mother reacted
When you gave her the gift. Also describe the functions of the Computer. You may take the
help of hints given below.
Mother overwhelmed, gave blessings, invited her friends to show the new computer
"LenovoA600 Idea Centre"----- slimmest computer-HD display-can watch TV, Soap
operas-DOLBY THEATRE SOUND SYSTEM.
You are Amhuj/Ambuja ..residing in the hostel of your school, KV No.3 Sadar Bazar Delhi
Cantt. You have qualified to participate in Kho-Kho at KVS national level sports meet. You
are filled with thrill and joy. Send an email to your sister Anita expressing your happiness.
Your school is planning a trekking expedition to Manali. Write an email to your parents
requesting them to send money. Also seek their permission. Describe the wonderful
atmosphere of Manali and invent the dates, time and other parts of the schedule. Sign
yourself as Rajat.
You are Ravi/Ravita living in Baroda. You have been invited to attend your friend's
birthday. You are not able to attend the birthday due to Summative Assessment I. Write an
email to your friend congratulating him and showing your inability to attend his birthday.
You are Yogesh/Yogita of DAV school, Dwarka, New Delhi. You need your studying
certificate from the school as your father has to submit the same in his office. Write an email to the principal of your school requesting him/her to issue the same in about 120
words.
The students of class X of Rahul Model School Sadh Nagar, New Delhi, wish to visit
'KHEL GAON'devebped for CWG. As head boy of your school, Write an e-mail to your
principal to arrange a visit for the students on any working day during school hours in 120
words.
You are Nitin/Neha living at C-25 Ramesh Nagar, New Delhi. In the main market of your
block during rush hours a few women have experienced of losing their gold chains and ear
hngs snatched by young boys riding on bike. You are very much worried about such
incidents. Write an e-mail to the Editor of a local newspaper to draw attention of the
concerned higher authority about it.
Public park is the heart of the residential area, Children play, elders go for walk and even
ladies do yoga and other exercises there. But unfortunately the park of your area has
become a place for stray animals, drinkers and gamblers. Write an e-mail to the Editor of
the daily newspaper to draw attention of the civic authorities towards it in not more than
120-150words.
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You are Mr. RK Singh, the Liberian of KV AFS Baroda. Write an email to Bhatia book
depot, Ahmedabad requesting them to cancel your order for English books. Give reasons
for cancellation of order.
You are Varun. Write an email to your principal, complaining to him about the problems
of sanitation and cleanliness in your school.
Write an e-mail to your sister informing her about your annual school exhibition.
Write an e-mail to your friend in Australia describing your city and inviting her/him to visit
India.
Write an e-mail to the Manager Craft at Click A Button @gmail.com enquiring about the
availability of origami craft books for children of age 12-13.
Write a feedback to yummy noodles@hotmail.com complaining about the absence of
vegetables in the sachets provided with the packets and as advertised on the packets.
Frame an e-mail and send it to the manager national agency~a,yahoo.com complaining
about the non availability of ncert books in your city.
Write an e-mail to the editor of Times of India telling him not to print abusive words in
comic scenes as these are hazardous for teens.
Write an e-mail to Managing Director of IBN 7 Mr. Ashutosh to greet him for joining Aam
Aadmi Party.
You went to Jammu for a week to attend a wedding. However, due town expected rains
leading to landslides, all routes from Jammu have been closed indefinitely. Send an Email
to your class teacher explaining the situation; apologize for missing the test and asking for
extension of leave.
Imagine that you are Bharat, living in Chennai. You have received a very bad report about
your younger brother Ravi from his principal. Write an E-MAIL to Ravi advising him to
work hard and avoid the company of bad boys.
You are Amith or Amita. You are very much shocked to hear the news of tsunami that hit
the Japan coast. Send an Email to your friend sharing your anxiety about the radiation
emitted by the nuclear reactors.
Your brother engaged to be married in a month's time. You are highly excited about the
preparation at home. Write an e-mail to your friend in about 80-100 words expressing your
excitement and how you are enjoying being involved in some of the preparations.
On Mother's Day you gifted your mother with LENOVO A600 IDEA CENTRE. Your
cousins want you to an E-MAIL and describe how your mother reached when you gave her
the gift. Also describe the functions of the computer.
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Your elder sister Ramona joined college last year. She does not really like it very much.
Using your own creativity,send an E-MAIL to your own friend Arunima telling her how
surprised you are at your sister's outlook towards college and why.
You have just recovered from illness. During the sickness period, you had to undergo many
medical tests and had to take medicines. You were fed up as the doctors could not identify
your illness. Write an E-mail to your friend describing your experience in 120 words using
the following points.
High fever, body ache
No relief from fever, doctor advised tests
Reports Normal
Doctors puzzled
Medicines changed repeatedly
Irritated, stopped all medicine and doctor's treatment.
Your friend Priya whose e-mail address is priya1928@gmail.com has won the first prize in
a swimming competition. Write an E-mail congratulating her. You are Neha.
Your sister Varsha is at present staying in a hostel in Pune. You have been very worried
regarding her food and health. Send an E-mail to her, to be careful and conscious regarding
buying packed food items.
You are Abhinav and you have won gold medal, as you were declared the best male athlete
on the Annual Sports day of your school. Write an E-mail to your parents regarding your
thrill, pride and a sense of achievement at receiving the medal.
You got your right arm fractured while playing in the school during games period, Now it
has been plastered for three weeks. Write an E-mail, narrating the accident, to your class
teacher and informing him/her that you will not be able to appear in Formative Test II
because of that. Also tell him/her that you will submit your leave application alongwith
medical certificate in a week's time.
You're aware of the lack of civic sense among us when you find garbage and litter thrown
everywhere. Write an E-mail to the editor of a leading newspaper about your concerns,
giving practical solutions. Sign your name as Rohan/Rohita.
You have been reading incidents of foreign tourists being duped and cheated for their
money and valuables, incidents of inhospitable behavour and eve-teasing. As a concerned
citizen, write an E-mail to the editor of a national daily, expressing your views on the issue
and also giving suggestions on how to make your city a safer tourist destination.
Write an E-mail to the administrator of Municipal Corporation on the poor maintenance of
public parks and encroachment of the parks by vested political leaders. Make an appeal to
convert these illegal settlements into green belts.
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Write an E-mail to your friend describing to him your first experience of seeing and
experiencing snowfall at your recent visit to Kulu Manali.
Ankita/Ankit visited a Book Fair organized in her city. She write an E-mail to her friend
Arun/Aruna who couldn't attend it. Write this E-mail in 120 words.
Your younger brother is a computer geek. He hates going out to play and spends most of
his time in front of the computer. He has fallen ill. Write an e-mail to him in about 120
words telling about the benefits of outdoor games. You can use the ideas from unit games
and sports.
Recently your school celebrated Vanamahotsava (Plantation) programme in your
Vidyalaya. Write an e-mail to your friend describing the event.
You are Abhinav. You have invited your friend to visit you in Delhi during Summer
vacation. He has promised to visit you and spend the vacation with you. Now using the
hints below, write your e-mail to Ramesh about how you want to spend the vacation.
Many historical places
Red fort, Humayun Tomb, Rajghat, Qutub Minar
Visiting Agra
Seeing Taj Mahal, Cinemas
You are Radha /Rahul. Your friend Robert / Rosy, who lives in New York has asked you
describe the Diwali celebrations. Using the information below write an E-mail in about 120
words describing the festival.
Festivals of lights : Religious significance - for south Indians the killing of Narakasura - for
North Indians return of Rama after 14 years in exile - wear new clothes - worship goddess
Luxmi - burst crackers - shops decorated - exchange gifts etc.
You're aware of the lack of civic sense among us when you find garbage and litter thrown
everywhere. Write an E-mail to the editor of a leading newspaper about your concern,
giving practical solutions. Sign your name as Rohan/Rohita.
You are representing your school at a national conference on educating the girl child in
New Delhi. Write an E-mail in about 120-150 words to your friend back in school sharing
your view, experience and excitement.
56 Write an E-mail to your friend about your adventurous camp. Mention the various activities
of the camp.
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Left a long lasting effect.
You have travelled by Metro for the first time. Write an E-mail to your friend sharing your
excitement and feelings.
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First Metro Ride - underground station nervousness - buying the token - orderly queues metro ride - description - reached destination - saved time - sense of safety.
58 Write an E-mail to your friend describing the farewell party given to your favourite teacher
who retired from the school recently.
clues :
Ms Annie - English Teacher - served for 30 years - highly qualified - taught using innovative
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methods - understanding and caring - treated everyone equally - touching farewell speech
by Principal - Ms. Annie could barely speak - will be remembered forever.
Write an E-mail to your friend describing your brother's marriage.
FORMAT OF MESSAGE
Message
Date :
Time :
Salutation (whom it concerns )
Content
Name of Writer
Message
A message is a short piece of informal writing. It enables the students to decode the
information and write it in a grammatically accurate format.
To write a message effectively, format is used. Its word limit is 50 words and it is put in a
box
Marking Scheme :
Format - 2, Content - 3
Q1. Study the following example :
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Tanu has decided to go for a movie in the evening but she would not be able to go now as
her aunt has dropped in. Leave a message for Apurva.
MESSAGE
Date : 24-01-2014 / 24th Jan, 2014
Time : 1 pm
Whom it concerns Dear Apurva
I cannot join you today to movie as my aunt has come from Jaipur. We will certainly make
programme later.
Name of Writers : Tanu
2.
The following is a telephonic conversation between Venkat and his sister. As Venkat's
sister had to leave for swimming, she leaves a message for their mother. Write the message.
Venkat : Can I speak to mom ?
Veena : She has gone out.
Venkat : I have to leave for Durgapur tomorrow at 4pm for the Inter-School Football Match.
Please ask her to get my bag packed as I will be back home late in the evening after
practice.
Veena : I will
MESSAGE
22nd January 2014
Dear Mother
Venkat called on phone today when you were away. He is leaving for Durgapur for InterSchool Football Match at 4pm tomorrow. Please get his bag packed as he will be back
home in the evening after practice.
Veena
3.
Ramesh rang up Arjun. As Arjun was not at home, his cousin Raju talked to him. Since
Raju has going out he left a message. Write the message.
Ramesh : Hello, can I speak to Arjun ?
Raju : Arjun is not at home. May I know who is speaking ? I am his cousin, Raju.
Ramesh : I am Ramesh, Arjun's classmate. Could you tell him that tomorrow's extra class is
cancelled as Mr. Anil, the Chemistry teacher is ill ? Also tell him to bring the Practical
record for submission on Monday
Raju : I will surely pass the information.
Ramesh : Thank you, Raju.
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MESSAGE
10th October, 2014
3:00 A.M
Dear Arjun ,
There was a telephone call for you from Ramesh today around 5pm. He told that
tomarrow's extra class is cancelled as Mr. Anil, the Chemistry teacher is ill. He also told
you to bring the practical record for submission on Monday.
Raju
MESSAGE FOR PRACTICES
1. On the basis of the given telephone conversation write a message in 50 words. Put the
message in a box.
Gladys : Anne !
Anne : Hello Aunt Tom.
Gladys : Is your mother at home?
Anne : No.
Gladys : Please tell her when she comes that she must reach the ICU at the hospital instead of
home as the baby has developed some complications again. Tell her not to bring any food.
Anne : Can I come too Aunt ?
Aditi
Mr. Sharma : Hello could I talk to Rohit ?
: He is not here . I am his cousin Would you like to convey any message?
Gladys
: Of course ! My dear. Bye.
2. Read the following conversation and write a message at least in 50 words.
Reeta
: Hello, May I talk to Neeru?
Pallavi
:Sorry, mother is not at home.
Reeta
: Who are you on the line?
Pallavi
: I am Pallavi, her daughter.
Reeta
:Pallavi, when your mother comes, please tell her to contact me, her colleague. I
want to discuss with her the picnic programme of class- vi.
Pallavi
: Yes, aunt I'll do the same.
Reeta
: thank you Pallavi.
Pallavi
: thank you for calling. Bye aunty.
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You are Suresh you received a message from Kunal who wanted to talk to your brother
Subodh. Write the message ina box in about 50 words
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Kunal
: Is it Subodh speaking?
Suresh : I am Suresh , his brother. May I know who is the caller?
Kunal : I am Kunal, Subodh's friend. Could you please convey the message
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Following is a telephonic conversation between Veena and Rohit. Rohit is her brother
Sunil's friend.
ROHIT :Hello! Can I TALK TO Sunil?
VEENA :May I know who is calling?
ROHIT :This is Rohit, Sunil's classmate.
VEENA :I am afraid he is not at home. He has gone out and is likely to be back late in the
evening.
ROHIT :Oh! I had to convey something important.
VEENA :You can tell me. I Will convey it to him.
ROHIT :Thanks. Please tell Sunil that when he comes to school tomorrow he must get his
chemistry and physics practical files without fail.
VEENA :I will tell him that. Thank you. Bye.
ROHIT : Bye Veena is going to attend her friend's birthday party. She decides to leave a
message for Sunil.
5. You have purchased two tickets for a latest movie. Send a written message to your friend
giving him details about the movie ,time and place. Ask him to inform his parents also.
(50 words)
6. Write the message on the following conversation.
Tushar: Hello! Is it Suresh talking?
Rajesh: Sorry, my brother is not at home. Please, may I know who is talking?
Tushar: I am Tushar his friend. Who are you?
Rajesh: I am his brother Rajesh.
Tushar: Rajesh, can you give him my message?
Rajesh: Yes, sure.
Tushar: Please inform your brother that I and my friends are going to zoo. So, tell him to join us
at bus stop at 3:00 pm. Thank you Rajesh. Okay bye.
Rajesh: Bye.
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Write the message on the following conversation.
Geeta
: Hello! Is it Saveeta on the line?
Neeta : Sorry, my sister is not at home she has gone to meet her friend at her home. I am Neeta.
Who are you?
Geeta
: I am Geeta her friend. Can you convey my message to her?
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Neeta
:Yes of course.
Geeta
: Please remind her that my birthday is tomorrow. So, tell her that I have invited her
on my birthday party. Thank you. Good Bye Neeta.
Neeta: Okay Bye.
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Your brother Vikas called from Bhopal. Your mother is serious and has been admitted to a
hospital. You should catch the evening flight and he will pick you up from the airport.
Write a message in not more than 50 words.
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Leela had been cleaning up her room as instructed by her mother who had gone out to do
some household shopping. While she was busy cleaning up she got a call from one of her
mother's friend, Mrs. Khanna. She called to inform her mother about the slight change in
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their plan of having a meeting in the morning, instead they would now have the meeting in
the evening at 5.30.After finishing her work Leela has to go for her tuitions so she decided
to leave a message for her mom. Write the message in 50 words.
Sevak is a helper at the office of Mr. Raman. He receives a telephone call from one of the
clients who wishes to meet Mr. Raman at 4 p.m. the next day. Since Mr. Raman is not in
office, Sevak decides to write a message for him informing him about the meeting. Write
the message in about 50 words.
Mr. Zafar calls up his friend and colleague Mr. P.K. Kohli, please but the latter is not at
home. His daughter Karuna takes dawn the message. As Karuna, write the message far your
father, Mr. Kahli in not more than 50 wards.
MR ZAFAR: Hello, can I speak with Mr. Kahli, please?
KARUNA: I'm sorry, he is not at home. May I know who's calling?
MR ZAFAR: I'm his colleague.
KARUNA: 0, hi Uncle Zafar. I'm Karuna. Can I take down the message for dad?
MR ZAFAR: Hi, Karuna... Please, tell your father to reach Hotel Greens way tomorrow. ..
KARUNA: Tomorrow?
MR ZAFAR: Yes at 8:00 p.m. at the sampan banquet.
KARUNA: Pardon! Which Banquet?
MR ZAFAR: At the Sampan Banquet. Our M.D. is organising a dinner party
KARUNA: O.K. Uncle, I'll convey the message.
MR ZAFAR: One thing more, tell Mr. Kohli to convey the same message to Mr. Dutta also.
KARUNA: All right, uncle.
MR ZAFAR: Bye!
KARUNA: Bye!
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Akshay calls Mr. Vinod Goyal, the owner of Modern Electronics. Since Vinod is not
available in his office, Amit, the manager answers the call and take down the massage. Here
is the conversation that took place between Akshay and Amit. Read it carefully.
AMIT: Modern Electronics. How may I help you?
AKSHAY: Could I speak to Mr. Vinod Goyal, please?
AMIT: Sorry Sir, he is not in his office at the moment. I'm Amit, the showroom manager. Can I
take a message for Mr, Goyal?
AKSHAY: Yes, please. Actually, I'd ordered a washing machine to be delivered at my home
today.
AMIT~ Well, the delivery man is ready to leave for your home. I'll check if your washing
machine is loaded or not.
AKASHAY: I'm afraid; I cannot take the delivery right now as I am going out.
AMIT: So, when shall I send you the machine, Sir?
AKASHAY: Next Monday, In the evening around 5:00 pm. OK?
AMIT: OK. I'll convey the message to Mr. Goyal. Thank you for calling Modern Electronics.
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Read the following conversation between Anand and his friend Rahul's sister, Rita. 'Since
immediately after the call Rita has to go out for her dance class, she decides to write down
the message for Rahul. Write Rita's message in about 50 words.
ANAND: Hello! Rahul?
RITA: No, Rahul is not at home, May I know who is calling?
ANAND: Hi, I'm Rahul's friend, Anand.
RITA: Hello, Anand. What message shall I take down for Rahul?
ANAND: I just wanted to inform him that I won't be home today evening as I am going for
shopping with my mother. So, I am afraid we cannot work on our geography project today.
RITA: That's OK, Anand. I'll convey your message.
ANAND: Also, ask him to revise his set of question for Social Science Quiz. Our team stands a
good chance to win the first prize.
RITA: Yes, sure.
ANAND: Thank you.
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Ravi calls up home to talk to his father but his father is away and the phone is answered by
Seema, Ravi's sister, She takes down the message, Here is the conversation that took place
between Ravi and Seema. Read it carefully and then write the message that Seema needs to
convey to her father.
RAVI : O, Hello, Seema. Where's Dad ?
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SEEMA : He has gone out for dinner with his friends. Why, everything important ?
RAVI : Yes, please tell him that I need thirty thousand rupees and his written permission to go
to Mumbai on a education trip.
SEEMA : Okay ! A trip to Mumbai ! By when do you need the money and the permission ?
RAVI : Please, ask him to take courier permission tomorrow morning and transfer the money to
my bank account through internet banking.
SEEMA : Sure, Bro. I'll convey your message, provided you promise to bring a pair of jeans for
me from Mumbai.
RAVI : Promise, Bye.
SEEMA : By the way, when are ….. (The phone disconnects)
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Sharan calls his friend Sham but finds that he is not at home. Sharan then leaves a message
with Sham's brother. Ram, Read the following telephone conversation and then write a
message that Ram needs to convey to Sham.
SHARAN : Hello ! Is it Sham speaking ?
RAM : Hi, I'm his twin Ram.
SHARAN : Hello Ram, I am Sharan. Where is Sham ?
RAM : Hi, Sharan, Ram has gone out for jogging.
SHARAN : I've called to tell him that I have his Math's clas work notebook with me it seems to
have ended up in my bag by mistake. So, he shouldn't panic or worry about it.
RAM : He's already gone mad looking for it.
SHARAN : Oh, dear ! I'm so sorry. I'll bring it to school tomorrow. Meanwhile, would you
please tell him to do exercise 1.5 in his homework notebook. ?
RAM : Sure
SHARAN : Thanks a lot, Bye !
RAM : Bye !
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Your friend could not attend school due to illness. He/she had asked you to note the
homework for him/her. Write the details of the homework you have got today in the form
of a message for your friend. Do not use more than 50 words. Put the message in the box.
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Your friend is celebrating his/her birthday, Unfortunately you cannot attend the birthday
party due to some reason. Write a message in about 50 words for him/her regretting your
inability to attend the birthday party. Include birthday greetings and a word about the
present you are sending through your servant. Put the message in a box.
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It is your final science practical examination but you have forgotten your science practical
at home. Write a message for your mother asking her to send the notebook through the
driver to the school reception. You need the notebook immediately after recess.
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Read the following telephonic conversation between Bala and Deepal. Write a message in
about 50 words
Bala : Hello! Deepali, where is Simran
Deepali : Hi, Bala lam sorry Simi°an has gone to have a haircut. Any meesage.
Bala :Yes Please convey her the message that Prabhjot our common friend has lost her notebook
somewhere So she wants to get Simran's help.
Deepali : It is very strange and sad as the examinations are coming near. Alright, I'll definitely
deliver her this message. Anything else?
Bala :Thanks Bye.
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Sheena
:Hello May I talk to kaumodi ? lam Sheena, her friend.
Arpita
: Kaumodi isn't here at the moment S he has gone to the market. lam her elder sister
Arpita. Is there any message for her?
Sheena
: Yes please tell her that our programme for going to see the movie tomorrow has
been postponed as my mother has suddenly fallen ill. I have to take her to the hospital.
Arpita
: It's Ok I will convey your message to her. Anything else?
Sheena
: No thank you. Bye
Arpita
: Bye
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Aditya
: May I talk to Rishab?
Krishna :Rishab is not at home at the moment. He has gone to meet his uncle. May I know
who is calling?
Aditya
: I am Rishab friend Aditya. May I know who I am talking to?
Krishna Jam Rishab sister Krishna. Is there any message for him?
Aditya
: Please tell him that the "Art of Living" classes are starting from lst of September
2014. Is he is also interested in joining , he should inform me at the earliest. There are
limited seats.
Krishna :I'll inform him. Thanks
Being Krishna left a message for your's brother Rishabh.
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You are Mohan/Meena. You are going for your tuition classes. You received a message for
your younger sister Shanu from her friend that tomorrow they have to take practical books
of Science and Math's and also Hindi teacher has given a test of second chapter for
tomorrow As She was absent in school. But she is not present at home .So Mohan/Meena
writes a message for her.
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Mrs. Kapoor had the following conversation with Gopal the assistant to Mr. Gupta the
owner of a grocery shop, who isn't in the shop. Since Gopal was leaving on an errand, he
leaves a message for Mr. Gupta. Read the conversation and write the message in about 4050 words. Put the message in the box.
Mrs. Kapoor : Hello, I am Mrs. Kapoor of 12/4,Basant Nagar. Who is speaking?
Gopal
:I am Gopal assistant to Mr. Gupta.
Mrs. Kapoor :Well Gopal, please tell to Mr. Gupta to send 2 kg Saffola oil and 2 kg sugar to my
residence today.
Gopal
: I'll convey the message to Mr. Gupta.
24 The sports teacher of KendriyaVidyalaya, Delhi Cantt, Mr. Ali had the following
conversation with Radhika the captain of the basket ball team. Since Radhika was leaving
for home, she leaves the message for her colleagues. Read the conversation carefully and
write out the. message in about 40-50 words. Put the message in the box.
Mr. Ali : Radhika, where are the other basket ball players?
Radhika: Sir, they've gone to collect their bags form the class.
Mr Ali
: Tell all of them to be present tomorrow, as the school has a match with Bombay
Public School.
Radhika: What time is the match sir, and where should we assemble.
Mr Ali
: The match is at 11:30 AM and you all should reach the sports room by 10:30AM.
Please convey the message.
Radhika: I will write it on the blackboard sir.
Mr Ali
:Thank you.
25. Imagine that you are Taruna, the Cultural leader of your school. Write a message for the
students of class VII A informing them to prepare a short English skit, by 2nd September in
preparation for the Teacher's day. Since the children are away to the library you write a
message on the blackboard in about 40-50 words. Put the message in the box.
26. Sabina has the following conversation with Akshita her friend Garima's brother. Read the
conversation carefully. Since Akshita was leaving for tuitions, he leaves a message for her
sister Garima. Write the message in about 40-50 words. Put the message in a box.
Sabina Rai : Hello, who is speaking? May I speak to Garima?
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Akshita : Garima is not at home. May I know who is speaking?
Sabina Rai : I am Sabina, Garima's friend. When will she be back.
Akshita : I don't know because she has gone to market. Is there any message?
Sabina Rai : Yes, please tell her to bring my English register tomorrow, as I have to submit it to
the English teacher definitely.
Akshita : I'll do that.
27 You have received a telephone call from one of your friends intimating that your uncle's
heart operation is fixed for 15th may at National Heart Institute. Kailash Colony, New
Delhi. He expects that you would inform your cousin Anil about the operation and ask him
to reach the hospital on the day of operation with three O+ blood donors along with some
cash money as reserve in case of emergency. Write a message without adding any new
information in not more than 50 words. Put the message in the box.
28 You are Hrishdev. You receive the following telephone call when your sister is not at
home. As you are going out write a message for her so that she could do the needful. Put
the message in a box.
Suomya : Hello! Is it 9900228833?
Hrishdev : Yes, may I know who is speaking?
Suomya : I'm Soumya. May I talk to your sister?
Hrishdev : I'm sorry, she has gone to market. Have you any message to convey?
Soumya : Please tell her to reach the dance class at 5 pm as the dance teacher wants to go for a
picnic at 7.00 am .
Hrishdev : Sure, I'll convey the message.
Soumya : Thank you, so much.
29 You a receive a telephone call from your father's office in his absence and have the
following conversation with the speaker. Write the message in not more than 50 words that
you would give to your father when he returns home. Put the message in the box.
Mr. Nair : Hello, is this 5121625?
Yourself : Yes please, whom do you want to talk to?
Mr. Nair : Could I please talk to Mr. Mahajan? I am Nair from MNC office.
Yourself : I am afraid Dad is not at home. Do you have any message for him?
Mr. Nair : Yes, please. Tell him that the meeting fixed for tomorrow, i.e. 20'h January, has
been cancelled.
Yourself : It has been cancelled.
Mr. Nair : That's right. Please also tell him that we shall let him know as and when the next
date will be fixed; have you got it.
Yourself : Yes, uncle, I have noted it down and shall tell Daddy when he comes back.
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Read the following telephonic conversation between Akshay and Kunal. Write the message
in not more than 50 words for Anil that Kunal writes. Put the message in the box.
Akshay : Could I speak to Mr. Anil Kumar?
Kunal
: I'm sorry. Father is not at home.
Akshay : Will you please note down a message for him? I'm Akashay. Kunal : Sure.
Akshay : Please tell him that my father and I were to come to your place around 6pm for
meeting your Papa. But due to an urgent assignment, we shall not be able to come today.
Tomorrow is Saturday. We shall surely come tomorrow at the same time. I shall give you a
ring before coming.
Kunal
: I shall tell Papa to about it, uncle. Anything else?
Akshay :No thank you.
31 Read the following telephonic conversation between Kavita and Aruna. Write the message
in not more than 50 words for Kavita and Aruna. Put the message in the box.
Kavita : May I speak to Karuna, please?
Aruna: Sorry she is not at home.
Kavita : Will you please note down a message for her? :
Aruna : Sure. Tell me what it is?
Kavita : The welcome party that was scheduled to be held tomorrow has been postponed. The
father of our teacher died yesterday. The same may be held next week. The exact date, time
and venue shall be told shortly.
Aruna
: I shall tell her. Is there anything else?
Kavita
: I shall ring her after two hours. Bye.
32 Read the following telephonic conversation between Raju and Kanwar. Write the message
in not more than 50 words for Kanwar that Mitu writes. Put the message in the box.
Raju : May I speak to Mitu?
Kanwar : I am sorry. He is not at home.
Raju : Can you note down a message for him?
Kanwar : Sure.Please tell.
Raju : I have got three passes for a new film."TajMahal". It is for the PVR and the show is
evening. Kindly, tell him to reach the PVR today at 6PM positively.
Kanwar : Anything else?
Raju :Yes, Yashdev is coming with me. Kindly, tell him to make it possible at any cost.
Kanwar :Don't worry .I shall inform him of it.
Raju :Thank you.
33 Read the following telephonic conversation between Anupam and Anil. Write the message
in not more than 50 words that Anil leaves for Ram Kumar. Put the message in a box. ]
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Anupam : Hello! Anil. Where is uncle?
Anil : Hai! Anupam. Uncle is not at home. He's gone out at the moment.
Anupam : Will you note down a message for him?
Anil : Oh! Sure.
Anupam : I was due to arrive on Monday next week. But due to an urgent work, I shall not be
able to arrive. Instead I shall reach next Saturday with a heavy baggage. Kindly, tell him to
reach the railway station around 6pm.
Anil : Don't worry. I shall tell him. Anything else?
Anupam : Nothing. OK. Bye.
Anil : Bye! Bye!
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You are sugandhi : You received a message from Konika who wanted to talk to your
brother Kamla. Write the message in a box in about 50 words.
Konika : Is it Kamla speaking?
5ugandhi : I'm Sugandhi,her sister. May I know who is the caller?
Kanika : I'm Konika Kamla's friend . Could you please convey the message to Kamla that her
lost Identity Card has been found. She :nay contact me after 9 pm.
Sugandhi : I'll convey this message and thanks for this.
35 Read the following telephonic conversation between Sa!oni and Ankita and write the
message for Prachi :
Saloni : Hello ! !'m Saioni from FM Mirchi. Could I speak to Prachi, please?
Ankita : !'m sorry, Prachi is not at home. She has gone to attend the camp on "The Art of living".
Can I take her message?
Saloni : Oh, yes ! Please convey her the message that !her talk on "Good Style of living" is now
scheduled at 9.00 pm. Today. She should be present in the Studio at about 8.30 prn.
Ankita : I'll convey this message.
Salon : Thanks.
36 Kumar had the conversation given below with his mother's friend, Nirmala. Since he was
going out immediately afterwards, he left a message for his mother. Read the conversation
andwrite out the message in about 100 words. Put the message in a box.
Nirmala : Hello ! This is Nirmala speaking. Could I please speak to Usha?
Kumar : I am sorry, she is not at home, aunty.
Nirmala : When is she likely to come back ?
Kumar : Not before four in the evening. Could I give her your message ?
Nirmala : Yes, please, tell her that I have been able to make the appointment with the doctor,
Asha Bansal. We have to meet her at 10am tomorrow. Since Usha is unable to walk, I will
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come to your house and pick her up at 9.30am. She should bring all the reports she wants to
show the doctor.
Kumar : Thank you aunty. I will certainly convey your message.
Nirmala : Bye.
37 Read the following telephonic conversation between Pooja and Preeti. Preeti is to leave for
Dehradun to attend a wedding. She will not be able to meet Simmi. So, she leaves a
message for Simmi. Write the message using the information from the conversation in not
more than 50 words.
Pooja : Hello ! Could I speak to Simmi ? I am her classmate Pooja.
Preeti : Sorry, she is not at home, Is there any message for her ? I am her sister, Preeti.
Pooja : Yes, please tell her that the auditions for the dance we are going to stage on the
Independence Day have been pre-poned. Instead of Saturday, the auditions are now on
Friday at 10am in the music room.
Preeti : Certainly, I will leave the message for her.
Pooja : Thank you, also please remind her to bring her dress. Bye.
Preeti : Bye
38 You are Vivek. You have received a telephone call for your friend Rajesh from one of his
clients. Mr. Satish, that the meeting fixed for the 5th has been postponed to 10th February
at 9am at his chamber. He added that he should also carry his laptop.
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The following conversation is between Varun and Radha. After speaking to Varun she
writes a message for her father. Write the message is not more than 80 words. Put the
message in a box.
Varun : Hello ! Hello ! This is Varun from Agra. Could I speak to Mr. Mohan ? I am his cousin.
Radha : Good Morning, uncle. I'm Radha. Daddy has not yet returned from his morning walk.
Varun : Well, I have some good news from him. I want to break it to him. When is he likely to
return ?
Radha : He may take half an hour or more.
Varun : In that case, ask him to ring me back. Tell him it is urgent.
Radha : I'm leaving for school, but I'll leave a message for him. Thankyou for calling.
40 Read the telephonic conversation between Varun and Arun
Varun : Can I speak to mummy ?
Arun : No, she has gone to the market.
Varun : When will she back ?
Arun : In about half an hour.
Varun : Please tell her that I would be late to get back from work.
Arun : will you get here in time for the cinema we are planning to go to ?
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Varun : No, please don't wait for me.
Now, Arun decides to go to his friend's house to spend the day, and not to go to the cinema. He,
therefore, leaves a message for his mother.
Write the message in not more than 50 words. Put the message in a box.
41 You are Sohal, who has arrived at the New Delhi Railway Station to board the Shatabadi
Express to Amritsar. You hear the following announcement.
This is for the attention of all the passengers to board the Shatabadi Express bound for
Amritsar schedule to arrive at 6.55am. The Shatabadi Express has derailed 20 kms from
ABC City. Please note that the Howrah Express that leaves the New Delhi Railway Station
at 8.30am. Will carry all the passengers to their destination. You are requested not to buy a
new ticket. Your ticket for the Shatabadi Express hold valid and at par to the Howrah
Express. Special coaches are being attached to the Howrah Express to accommodate
passengers of Shatabadi Express.
Write a message to be sent to your father through your driver. Use 50 words. Put the message in
a box.
42 You are Rashmi and had an appointment with your friend Ritu to visit an exhibition at
6.00pm. But you have been held up by your parents for preparing dishes for unexpected
guests. Draft a message to be sent to Ritu giving your excuse for not keeping the
appointment in not more than 50 words.
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You are Geeta/Girish staying in a rented accommodation and share your room with
Amita/Ashish. You have to go to your home town on hearing the news of your father
illness. Draft a message in about 50 words telling your roommate why and where are you
going and that you will make a contact with him about your programme. Also request
him/her to pay the rent to the landlord in time.
Send a written message to your Mother through one of your friend about your stay back in
the school, as all the mobile networks get jammed and you don't have a landline connection
at home.
Rashmi had an appointment with your friend Ritu to visit an exhibition at 6.00pm, but you
have been held up by your parents for preparing dishes for the unexpected guests. Draft a
message to be sent to Ritu giving your excuse for not keeping the appointment in not more
than 50 words in your answer Sheet. Put your message in a box.
46. Taking hints from the given points write Preeti's message for Alka in not more than 50
words.
going to the dentist
return in an hour
wait for her
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movie plan
dinner too.
Sunny receives a call from his brother. His sister's marriage has been fixed. He has to leave
for his house immediately. His room mate is not in the room. So she writes a messagefor
her to return the library books on her behalf. Write this message (50 words).
48 Read the telephonic conversation given below
Raj : Hello is this 27384621 ?
Mohita : Yes, May I know who is calling there ?
Raj : It is me. Raj. I want to speak to Parmita.
Mohita : She is not at home. Do you have any message for her ?
Raj : Please tell her to call me. I have to discuss something regarding science Exhibition with
her.
Mohita : OK
Mohita is leaving for market, so she writes a message for Parmita. Write this message.
49 Ravi receives a phone call from his home regarding his grand mother's sudden death. He
has to leave immediately but his boss is not there. So he leaves a message for his boss.
Write this message.
50 Mrs. Verma got a call from her cousins that they are going to pay her a visit in the evening.
As she has to leave for her office, she decides to leave a message for her son, Arun, who
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would be coming back from school at noon. She asks him to buy a dozen eggs and some
fruits from the market. She also tells him to collect the cake which she had ordered at the
Modern Bakery. As Mrs. Verma, write the message in about 50 words.
Mr. Raj Kumar, Managing Director of Ceremics India Ltd. asks his PA to draft a message
for Mr. Ramesh, the PRO of his company. Use the following information and draft the
message:
Two dignitaries arriving from Delhi on 4th April.
Accommodation to be booked in a five star hotel.
Show them around the factory.
Book return tickets for 6th April.
Read the telephonic conversation between Suresh and Sumitra the call is for Mohan,
Suresh's brother Mohan is out for the moment. Suresh leaves a message for him. Write this
message for Mohan on behalf of Suresh in not than 50 words. Put the message in a box.
Sumitra : Hello ! May I know whom I am speaking to ?
Suresh : I am Suresh, whom do you want to talk to ?
Sumitra : I want to talk to Mohan.
Suresh : He is not here. He will be back in three hours.
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Sumitra : Will you please give him a message ?
Suresh : Yes, Surely
Sumitra : He needed my notes on mathematics. They are with Sneha. He should take them from
her. I have telephoned her about it. He should take his chemistry notes to Sneha when he
goes to collect Maths notes.
Suresh : I shall convey your message.
Sumitra : Thank you very much.
53 You are Arpita., You have received a telephone call from your mother's friend, Deepa. She
tells you to pass on the message to your mother and you. Write down following points on
the note pad. You are also leaving for a party. So you have a message for your mother.
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Write this message with the help of the notes.
Deepa aunty called.
Unable to visit evening.
Her brother arriving - Mumbai
Shopping trip to be planned tomorrow.
Confirm on phone tonight.
Suppose you are the Secretary of AWS Society. Write a message informing all your society
members about the annual general body meeting of the society on 25th January 2014 (50
words).
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Your friend is coming to meet you. But your mother is not well and you have to take her to
the doctor., Write a message to be given to your friend informing him to wait for him in
your room. Give this message to your housekeeper.
56 Leave a message on the desk for your friend, to inform him about the extra class of Maths
tomorrow
57 Read the following dialogue given below between Arun and Mr.Kumar, his father's
colleague.
Prepare a message in 50 words as Arun informing Arun's father about the details of the
conversation. Put the message in a box.
Mr.Kumar: Hello, can I speak to Mr. Menon please.
Arun : Hello, this is Arun, Mr. Menon's son. My father is not at home. Can I take a message?
Mr.Kumar: Hi Arun, can you tell your father that he has to be at the advocate's office at sharp
10 tomorrow and he should bring the file containing the company's asset details.
Arun : I shall tell him the details when he returns. Have a nice day uncle.
Mr.Kumar : Thank you Arun, it has as a pleasure talking to you.
58 Read the conversation between Sam and Joseph. Sam was going out and so he left a
message for his father. Write the message in about 50 words.
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Joseph: Can I speak to Mr. Simon?
Sam: I am sorry. He is out of station.
Joseph: When is he expected back?
Sam: He will be home by tomorrow evening.
Joseph; Could you please remind him that Anil's wedding is on March 30th? We had planned to
go together. But since my son is in hospital, I will not be going for the wedding. George is
going and he can join him. Tell him to give me a ring when he comes back.
Sam: Sure, uncle.
Joseph: Thank you, Sam.
59 Read the following telephonic conversation between Rahul and Sonu. Sonu is about to
leave the home for school and will not be able to meet her brother Mohit. She leaves a
message for him. Write the message in about 50 words.
Rahul: Hello! Can 1 speak to Mohit please?
Sonu: He is not at home. 1'm his sister. Would you like to leave a message for him?
Rahul: I'm his friend Rahul. Kindly tell him that tomorrow we are going to Pragati Maidan,
where a book-fair is held. In case he is interested, tell him to call me in the evening.
60 The following is a conversation between Varun and Radha. After speaking to Varun. Radha
writes a message for her father. Write the message in not more than 80 words. Put the
message in a box.
Varun: Hello! Hello! This is Varun from Agra. Could I speak to Mr. Mohan? I am his cousin.
Radha: Good morning, Uncle. I'm Radha. Daddy has not yet returned from his morning walk
Varun: Well, I have some good news for him. I want to break it to him. When is he likely to
return?
Radha: He may take half an hour or more.
Varun: In that case, ask him to ring me back. Tell him it is urgent.
Radha: I'm leaving for school, but I'll leave a message for him. Thank you for calling.
61 Karan had the conversation given below with his mother's friend, Sheela. Since he was
going out immediately afterwards he left a message for his mother. Read the conversation
and write the message in not more than 50 words. Put the message in a box.
Sheela: Hello, this is Sheela speaking. Could I speak to Usha?
Karan: I'm afraid she's not at home, aunty.
Sheela: When is she likely to come back?
Karan: Not before six in the evening. Could I give her a message?
Sheela: Yes, please. Could you tell her that I have been able to make the appointment with the
editor of the magazine, "The Child's Universe?" We have to meet her at 10a.m tomorrow.
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Since Usha doesn't know the place. I will come and pick her up at 9.30 a.m. She should
bring the manuscripts she wants to show Mrs. Shekhar,---That is the editor's name.
SHORT COMPOSITIONS
To write a composition based on verbal stimulus, you must use all the points given in the
stimulus and interpret them in the way you think proper. However, if you feel that
something more is required to fill in the space, you can always use your own ideas relating
to the subject.
Solved Examples :
1. Write a short composition using the following clues on "TheHappiest day of My life "
Today happiest day ______ +2 results declared __________ passed with distinction in all
subjects _______ 100% in maths _______ hardwork bore fruit _______ friends and parents
_______ congratulated me _______ I felt elated.
Today was the happiest day of my life. My +2 results was declared today. I passed with
distinction in all subjects. I got 100% marks in maths. I was so thrilled ! My hardwork bore
fruit. I used to study for eight hours everyday. I also got 92% in Physics and 88% in
Chemistry. My friends and parents congratulated me. Dad has even promised to by a bike
for me. I feel elated.
2. Using the following clues together with your own ideas, write a short composition on
"Amazing World of Books".
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Books _______ store house of knowledge _______ widen our horizons _______ best
companions _______ important for all round development _______ increase knowledge
_______ vocabulary creativity _______ provide works of great minds _______ today this
habit is dying out _______ due to TV and computers _______ need to revive this behalf.
Books are a store house of knowledge. They widen our horizons. They are the best companions
one can get. Books are important for all round development of an individual. Books
increase knowledge , vocabulary, creativity and provide us works of great minds. They
transport into world of fantasy. Today is this fast paced world, the reading habit is dying
out. Another important reason for this is TV and computers. There is need to revive this
habit.
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Write short, composition on "Harmful effects of deforestation"
Forests ____ full of green trees ____ destroyed ruthlessly ____ see the wrath of nature ____
great dearth of firewood ____ miles to collect water ____ sunshines ____ drought a regular
feature ____ make all efforts to stop it ____ planting more and more trees.
Our forests, full of green trees are being ruthlessely destroyed to get more and more land
for houses, industries and residential colonies. This destruction has resulted in
desertification. One can see the wrath of nature in different forms like famine, less rain and
scarcity of water. The trees are in a pathetic condition. There is a great dearth of firewood
and the rural women have to walk miles to collect it. The sun shines like a fireball and
drought has become a regular feature. In the absence of rains, rivers get dry and crops
wither. We have to make all efforts to stop it. We must plant more and more trees on every
inch of the available land to save our nature.
Questions for Practice :
1. Using the given clues, write a paragraph on "Diwali" : A festival of lights or crackers.
Diwali ___ a festival of lights and joy ___ now a festival of crackers ____ noise encourages
child labour ____ causes air pollution and sound pollution ____ damages ear _____ causes
destruction in case of fire accident.
2. Using the clues given with your own ideas write a short composition on "Sportsmanship".
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Sports a good display of human capabilities sports field or stadium ____ a theatre where
rare moments of human excellence can be glimpsed ____ sportsmanship encourages ____
cooperation ____ sincerity ____ discipline ____ punctuality ____ and obedience ____
celebration of the spirit of achievement.
Using the given clues together with your own ideas write a paragraph on "Say No to
Plastics".
Plastics ______ taken over our daily lives ______ toys, utensils, stationery, carry bags
______ cheap and convenient alternative recycled plastic ______ damages healthand
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environment ______ non-biodegradable ______ on burning ______ leaves toxic fumes
______ triggers respiratory problems ______ block drains ______ death of stray animals
______ say no to plastic ______ look for other alternative.
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STORY WRITING
An ass finding a lion's skin _______ put it on _______ began to frighten people _______
feared, him_______ he was pleased _______ one day the skin fell off _______ the villagers
beat him _______ conclusion.
Complete Story
The Ass in the Lions Skin
Once it so happened that an ass, while loitering in a jungle, found a lion's skin. "If I put on
the lion's skin", he said, "the animals will think I am a lion".
So he put on the lion's skin, and ran, through the Woods, frightening all the animals he met
with, The ass was highly pleased with his new appearance. He visited the villages and
threw the farmers into a terrible confusion'. One day he met his master. He would have
frightened him also but the lion's skin fell off, exposing him to be an ass. Taking a cudgel
which was lying near by he gave the Ass a sound beating and brought him back to his
senses; The ass realized to his bitter experience that, notwithstanding his being dressed in a
lion's skin, he was really no more than an ass.
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The mice in a house _______ afraid of the cat _______ hold a meeting _______ one
proposes to tie a bell round the cat's neck _______ all agree _______ who is to bell the cat?
no mouse offers _______ the cat appears _______ all run ,away:
Complete Story
Belling the cat
Once, the mice living in a certain house, were very unhappy; for a cat Killed and ate many
of them.
At last they held a meeting to see how they could get rid of the cat. One mouse said that
they should leave the house. Another said 'that they should not' come out of their holes.
Then a young mouse stood up and said, "Let us tie a bell round the cat's neck. Then 'when
the cat comes, we shall hear the bell, and can, get out of its way."
All the mice shouted, "Good ! Good !. "They all thought it was a very good plan indeed.
Now an old mouse stood. up and said, "The plan is, no doubt; good, but who will tie the
bell round the cat's neck?"'
No mouse offered to do it. Suddenly the cat appeared, and all the mice ran into their holes
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PARAGRAPH- WRITING
Write a short paragraph on Environment
ENVIRONMENT
Nature has the power to repair and renew many areas across the country. But due to some
self-interest minded people, successes are proving temporarily. Nature has given many
remarkable gifts to us, such as; forests, fertile soil etc. we were rich in natural resources like
rich and fertile soil, climate, wild life etc. not so long ago. But due to some profit making
people the environmental system of India has collapsed. Pesticides such as D.D.T.
fertilizers, mines etc. are used in massive quantity. Trees, the best friend of man, are cut for
sale and timber. Deforestation has created many complications and difficulties for wildlife.
Many species of wildlife have begun to extinct. Floods, warming of the atmosphere, soil
erosion are some of the examples of our ill policies and greed for money buy some self
interest Indians.
2: Write a short paragraph on Pollution.
POLLUTION
Pollution is contamination of land, air and water. Motor vehicles are in abundance in big
cities as well as there are numerous factories and industries also. Motor vehicles emit
carbon monoxide and hydro-carbons. The factories contaminate air by smoke. Noise of
factories results in sound pollution and waste of factories pollutes water and land. Delhi is
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third most polluted city in the world. Pollution here is three times the permissible limit. It
may be nine times in eight years if some efforts are not made. Plastic is another big
nuisance causing pollution. It never decays. If we burn it. It pollutes air. If we dump it into
river or sea it pollutes water. Chemical fertilizers used by farmers are another source of
pollution to land and water. In order to check pollution the polluted water from factories
should be treated before it is disposed of in rivers. Plastic and other material should be
recycled. New techniques should be adopted in motor vehicles. These measures can solve
the problem of pollution.
Write a short paragraph on Corruption
CORRUPTION
Now-a-days corruption can be seen everywhere. It is like cancer in public life, which has
not become so rampant and perpetuated overnight, but in course of time. A country where
leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Patel, Lai Bahadur Shastri and Kamraj have taken
birth and led a value-based is now facing the problem of corruption.
When we talk of corruption in public life, it covers corruption in politics, state
governments, central governments, "business, industry and so on. Public dealing counters in
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most all government offices are the places where corruption most evident. If anybody does
not pay for the work it is sure work, won't be done.
People have grown insatiable appetite for money in them and they can go to any extent to
get money. Undoubtedly they talk of morality and the importance of' value-based life but
that is for outer show. Their inner voice is something else.
It is always crying for money. It has been seen the officers who are deputed. to look into the
matters of corruption turn out to be Corrupt. Our leaders too are not less corrupt. Thus the
network. of corruption goes on as usual and remains undeterred.
Corruption is seen even in the recruitment department where appointments are ensured
through reliable middle agencies. Nexus between politicians and bureaucrats works in a
very sophisticated manner. Nexus does also exist between criminals and police.
Everybody knows that criminals have no morals, hence nothing good can we expect from
them. But police are supposed to be the symbol of law and order and discipline. Even they
are indulged in corruption. This is more so because they enjoy unlimited powers and there
is no action against them even on complaints and sufficient proof of abuse of office
atrocities and high handedness.
Corruption can be need-based or greed-based. Better governance can at least help to check
need-based corruption. Better governance can check greed based corruption also because
punishment for the corrupt will be very effective and prompt in a better-governed country.
The steps should be taken to correct the situation overall. Declarations of property and
assets of the government employees are made compulsory and routine and surprise
inspections and raids be conducted at certain intervals.
Though it seerris very difficult to control corruption but it is not impossible. It is not only
the responsibility of the government but ours too. We can eliminate corruption if there will
be Joint effort. We must have some high principles to follow so that we may be models for
the coming generation. I,et us take a view to create an atmosphere free from corruption.
That will be our highest achievement as human beings.
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FOR PRACTICE
Write a paragraph on Aamir Khan with the help of clues given below:
Aamir Hussain Khan
14 March 1965 (age 48)
Born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Film actor, producer, director and writer ~ national brand ambassador of UNICEF
awarded Padma Shri in 2003 and the Padma Bhushan in 2010
Write a paragraph on Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam with the help of clues given below:
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Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Born on 15 October 1931
Born in Tamil Nadu
Indian scientist
popularly known as the Missile Man of India
11th President of India from 2002 to 2007
Awarded Bharat Ratna award, Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan
Write a paragraph on Sachin Tendulka of clues given below:
Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar 24 April 1973 (age 40)
Born in Bombay, Maharashtra, India
Nick Name: Tendlya, God of Cricket, Little Master, Master Blaster
Right-handed Batsman
awarded the honorary rank of Group Captain by the Indian Air Force
played 664 international cricket matches
Scored total 34,357 runs
Retired on 16 November 2013
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Write a paragraph on celebration of Sports Day in my school.
Write short paragraph on Global warming.
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Write a paragraph on Role of Students in National Development.
If you have been served with the following notes on "Kashmir". Develop a paragraph on
"Kashmir : The Paradise of India" using all these notes.
Kashmir
Surrounded by mountains, snow covered peaks, beautiful lakes and gardens.
Kesar (Saffron) grown on hilly terrain.
Kashmiri people keep Kangri to warm themselves.
Wicker work, Kashmiri embroidery, walnut work - the chief handicrafts of Kashmiri
people.
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Dal Lake - the famous one - house boats.
Kashmiri - heaven created by God on earth.
People - helpful - enjoy delicious food.
Use the following notes and write paragraph in about 100 words describing a scene of
flood.
Heavy rains - river crosses dangers mark
how lying areas flooded - huts and houses submerged
People evacuated - several kids drowned.
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Damage to property - cattle missing
CM visits - announces relief to the victims.
Construct a connected story from the outline given below and give a suitable title to it:
An old Brahmin _____ had three sons _____ always quarrelling _____ the Brahmin 'Pained
to see this _____ advised them many a time _____ they would not listen _____ the old
Brahmin on his death-bed _____ called all his sons together _____ asked the eldest to bring
a bundle of sticks _____ told each of them to break the sticks
_____ the bundle tied
with a string _____ no son could break it _____ gave the sticks separately to his sons _____
each could easily break the sticks now _____ taught them this lesson:
"United, we stand; divided, we fall."
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Use the notes in the following box to write a paragraph of about 100 words
A Trip to the Shimla Hills
queen of mountains, middle of June, exhilarating climate.
accommodation near Jakhu hills - regular strolls.
Place visited - Mashobra Govt. Orchard, Dalli, Kufri, Teog, Matiana, Nankanda - on
Hindustan Tibet Road - thrilling journey.
also visited Churdhar, ht. 14000 ft - steep, sloppy climb.
return - heavy heart.
Describe in about 80-100 words, about your grandmother on the basis of the following
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Age : Past eighty
Physique : good, healthy, no lunch, walks proudly.
Habits : Regular routine, early riser, very regular and punctual in her prayers, visit to temple.
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telling stories at night, a lot of time with children of the home.
10. Look at the notes below : Then use the information to complete the paragraph by writing
suitable words or phrases in each space. Do not add any new information.
Neem - Important plant for pest control, wide range of pests - no need to purify - cheap and
easy to produce - leaves boiled in water make pesticide spray - seeds burnt repel flies and
mosquitoes - many activie ingredients different for insects to develop resistance environmentally non-polluting
Neem is is one of the most important plants for pest control and can be used against wide
range of pests. Since _________ a) ________ unnecessary, the pesticide can be _______ b)
____________ for example a pesticide spray can be made by _______ c) ________ and
flies and mosquitoes can be repelled by burning the seeds. Neem contains many active
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ingredients which _______ d) _______ insects to develop resistance unlike synthetic
pesticides it _______ e) _____ pollute ______ f) __________
11. You are required to write a paragraph on 'Importance of music in life'. Write it with the help
of these notes (word limit : 150-175)
Fine Art- vocal - instrumental - all age groups - Natural gift - food for soul - Great
musicians - Western - Oriental - Classical - Pop - light - concerts - competitions suggestions - school to provide facilities.
12. Write a paragraph on how Bollywood has played a positive role in achieving National
Integration
Value points
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helpful in popularizing Hindi in Non Hindi States
Actors, directors, producers, journalists, technicians, junior artists etc. belonging to
different faiths, regions cultures etc.
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many films songs, themes preach unity in diversity and patriotism
13. Write a paragraph on impact of the continuing destruction of wild life.
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Killing animals illegal
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Preservation of Flora Fauna
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Construction and Preservation of National Parks.
Look at the verbal hints given below. Describe it in 80-100 words.
14. Write a paragraph with the help of the clues given
Morning Walk
HINTS - light exercise - refreshes mind and body pleasant time - air cool and fresh - birds
sing - feeling fresh - useful for health.
15. My Country
HINTS - India - vast country - mountains - rivers - villages and cities - Delhi - capital large population - different religions, languages, traditions - unity in diversity.
16. Trees
HINTS - very useful - different kinds - people sit in shade - gives flowers - fruits - wood medicinal value - religious importance - deforestation to stop - plant more trees.
17. Air Pollution
Great problem - contamination of air - chimney smoke - fumes from cars, trucks, factories in winter thick smoke - smg - Bronchial problems - trees being cut - educate people.
18. Value of Discipline
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Discipline means order - nature - disciplined - obey laws - discipline necessary for students
- regular punctual - pay respect to all - necessary for progress
19 Diwali Celebration
India - land of festivals - Diwali - important festival - in Oct or Nov - honour of Sri Ram's
return - 14 years of exile - houses, shops cleaned - decorated with lights - fire crackers worship goddess Laxmi - meet friends - relatives.
20. School Library
Place with books - arranged neatly - on all topics - has a reading room - magazines newspapers - suitable atmosphere to study - guidance by the librarian - gain knowledge important port of a school and institution.
21. Early Rising
Early rising - beneficial - beauty of nature - fresh air - lots of time for exercise - other work
- mind fresh - free from distractions
22. Health is wealth
Health very important - lead happy life - diseased person - unhappy - cleanliness - daily
exercise - balanced diet - avoid fast food and junk food - drinking lots of water - fresh air sunshine - not a burden on others.
23. Drug addiction
Drug addiction - unhealthy - invitation to death - saps all energy, youth, vita city, serious
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health problems - addicted person may beg or borrow - people - have sympathetic attitude too root out the cause.
My favourite cartoon show
Morning walk
A picnic
Visit to a zoo
If I were the Principal of my school
Value of sports and games
Importance of reading
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Green Revolution
Computers - boon or bane
Mr. APJ Abdul Kalam
Diwali
My best friend
The Republic Day of India
My School
Mahatama Gandhi
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Importance of Trees
My Class Teacher
Jawahar Lal Nehru
Save Tigers
Computer Games
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SITUATIONAL RESPONSES
Solved Examples
Imagine you find one of your friends stealing money from the wallet of one of your
common class mates. Would you expose your friend in front of everyone or you will deal it
in some other way? Describe your response.
In this situation I would prefer not to expose my friend in public but I will try to know the
reason for this undesirable act of my friend. I would urge him to pay the money back and
say sorry for the same. I would also try to know his genuine need and try to help him out.
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Imagine one of your friends has failed to score good marks in the examination Try to cheer
him up.
Meena
: I have again failed to score good marks. How should I face my parents?
Rita : Don't worry. Cheer up. Have faith in yourself.
Meena
: I think I will never be able to do well.
Rita : Don't give up so easily. Continue making efforts. You will succeed.
Meena
: My parents would be very upset.
Rita : You should assure them that you would work still harder and surely do better next time.
Meena
: I am determined to work harder but I doubt my luck.
Rita : Don't worry . You are a brilliant chap . You can do it Trust yourself and make strenuous
efforts.
FOR PRACTICE
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Imagine you are caught in a jam . you are to attend an interview. What would you do?
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A young boy of fourteen has been kidnapped by some kidnappers. They asked for one lakh
ransom from father. They also threatened him not to inform the police. Now what the father
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will do in such a situation.
I and my younger brother Ankit are studying in same school . One day he bunked from the
school, but he was caught by the class teacher. She called me and asked to bring my parents
to school next day.As my father is very strict and I am very attached to my brother so I
could not decide whether to inform parents or not.
One day I was waiting for a bus at the bus stop .I waited for 2 hours but the bus did not
come It was late night and very few lady passengers were there. All of a sudden a taxi came
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there. They stopped and offered me lift because the taxi was going to the same place. So I
was very confused whether I should stay all alone at the stop or prefer taxi .
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SITUATIONAL COMPREHENSION
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your own words.
A double storied house on fire-smoke and flame bellowing out-people at window-shouting
Firemen rescue child with the of a ladder-firemen-hose pipes-spraying waters-put off blaze.
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your own words.
Nandan a hardworking farmer-earns for his family-early riser-cultivates fields for next
Season-cuts crops himself-Separates wheat from chaff-packs in sacks-loads in carts-takes
To market to sell.
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your own words.
Four friends in jungle-hungry lion sees them-says he's hungry and wants to eat themanimals Scared Hare cleverest of all-tells lion about another lion-takes him to well-lion sees
his reflection-thinks another lion-growl at him-reflection growls back-lion gets angry-jumps
into well-all friends -happy continue journey.
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your words.
A hungry dog-finds piece of bone-wishes to eat by himself-crosses a stream-bridge over it
Sees his reflection in the stream-thinks it is another dog with a piece of bone-greedy dog
barks at reflection-bone falls into river when he opened mouth-dog gets sad.
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your own words.
One day Hina-late school -Teacher scold-Hina started crying-Teacher said call parents-Hina
sad=Teacher felt bad-excused her-Told to be more alert in future.
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your own words.
John a shepherd-took sheep to graze in the meadow-one day thought of a mischief-shouted
Help! Help! Help! Wolf has come-villagers in surrounding areas come to help-couldn't find
wolf!
John started laughing-villagers angry-One day a jackal really attacked his flock of sheep-he
Shouted Help! Help! But no one came to help.
Read the following outlines and develop a story in your own words.
Farmer had four sons- always fought with one another-farmer fell ill-no change of
survivalCalled four sons-showed them bundle of sticks tied together-told each son to break
the bundle Of sticks-they couldn't-finally farmer untied-told-sons to break sticks one by
one-All. Sticks broke-Told them unity is strength.
Situational Responses (For Practice)
1. A house in your locality was on fire and unfortunately it happens to be of your friend. How
will you pacify your friend and make him come out of grief and shock.
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You have been travelling in a bus which suddenly fell into a gorge causing death of the
driver on the spot four pass passengers were also seriously injured, luckily you escaped
with minor injuries. Narrate the incident of the scene and how you came out of the
situation.
You witnessed an incident of chain - snatching in your area. Give a short description of the
same in 125-150 words.
One day you were walking through a crowded market. Suddenly a stranger snatched away
your purse containing ATM card, valuables and heavy cash. You cried for help. Suddenly a
well dressed boy came up with a lightning speed followed him and nabbed the culprit and
handed over your purse to you. Narrate this incident in about 80-100 words.
A student of your school recently met with an accident. While riding a motorbike. Many
students of your school who are actually minor riding without wearing a helmet. With your
group discuss this problem and what you will do to encourage them to follow road safety.
One of your classmates has developed the habit of eating too much junk food. This is
creating problem as she is becoming overweight and unhealthy. Discuss how to help her to
leave this habit.