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SECTION I : LANGUAGE STU DY-1 0 Marks

Q. 1. (A) Do as directed : (Atte mpt any four} · (8 MarksJ

(1) Comp lete the following words by using corre ct letter s: (2)
(I) dr_a m (it) so_th (tit) sh_d y (tv} hum_ Je

(2) Put the follow ing words In alpha betica l order : (2)
(l} story, world . bulle t, mJliUa
(it) grow, good, game , gtve
(3) Punc tuate the following sente nces:
(l} well I wish you luck said sltara m
(ll) then whats the secre t of your energ e I asked

(4) Make four word s (mtuf rnum of three letter s each) using the letter s
(2)
In the word :
'Cour ageou s·.
(5) Write the relate d words as show n In the exam ple : (2)

Lovin g
natur e

(6) Comp lete the word -chain of •verbs'. Addf our word s, each begin ning
(2)
wtth the last letter of the previ ous word :
start -+ t __ ____ ________-+ __ ___ ___ _____ __ -+ -- --- - --- - - - - - - --+ -------
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Q . 1. (B) Do as directed : (2 Marks]

(1)
(1) Attempt any one :
(a) Make meaningful sentence by using the phrase : ' tn the age of.
OR

(b) Add a clause to expand the sentence meaningfully:

'
I love my mothe r -- --·---- ------------

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 (2) Attempt any one: (1)

{a) Add a prefix or suffix to make new words:

(tJ complete (Lt) announce.
OR
{b) Make a meaningful sentence ustng any one of the words given
below:
(fJ complete (UJ announce.

SECTION II: TEXTUAL PASSAGES-20 Marks

Q. ·2. (A) Read the following passage and do the activities :

[10 Marks]
Al. State whether the following ltatementa are Right or Wrong: (2)
(t) The narrator retreated from the door of the coop to allow the
mother access to her baby.
(tt) The mother gave the baby a thorough body inspection to check his
injuries and cuddled him tightly 1n her arms.
(ttt) The baby found great solace 1n the narrator's cartng arms.
(tv) The narrator is now eighty years old.

~e~nwhile, the baby sensed the presence of his mother and started to sob and cry a little
louder. I retreated from the door of the coop to allow the mother access to her baby.
' - , Immediately, the mother descended on the floor of the coop and picked up the baby in her
arms. She gave the baby a thorough body inspection to check his injuries and then cuddled him
tightly in her bosom. The baby found great solace in her caring arms. The mother sat still with
the baby in her lap for a few minutes. It was almost as if she was pondering over her options
and trying to figure out how she could keep the baby safe from further assault.
For a few seconds, the mother langur looked straight into my eyes. Even today, r cannot
forget that look in her eyes, showering silent gratitude on me for saving her child. I was
overwhelmed by the emotion, the sentiment and the way she ~id thanks to me. There sat a
universal mother holding a stricken child in her lap.
Then, in a flash, she jumped with her baby clinging to her belly and reached our kitchen
roof. She surveyed the area for the vicious male langur and then leapt away in the direction
opposite to the place of the violent encounter.
The brief meeting with the mother and the baby langur convinced me that interspecies
communication and mutual trust is indeed a reality and should anyone strike the right chord,
the relationship hums into action. The mother langur showed me that food was not the only
means of communication between man and animal but that there were other means of
establishing a bond through trust, compassion and mutual understanding.
Fifty-five years have passed since that day. I am now seventy years old. But I still fondly
remember _that 'encounter of a special kind'.

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A2. Complete the following :
(() The mother seemed to convey to the narrator that ........... .... ---
(HJ The mother langur showed the narrator that ............ .. ----
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A3. Find out the antonyma from the passage for the following :
(I} absence x (ll) ascended x

(WJ gentlex (lv} heartlessn essx

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A4. Do at d1rected :
(lJ She surveyed the area for the vtclous male langur and then leapt
away 1n the direction opposite to the place of the violent encounter .

(Rewrtle begtnning with Mer surveying the area .. .')

(UJ She was pondering over her options and trying to figure out how
she could keep the baby safe from further assault.
(Rewrite beginning with 'She was not only ...')
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A5. Penonal Response :
How do you express your gratitude if someone helps you In your difficult
ttme?

Q. 2. (B) Read the following passage and do the activities :

[10 Marks]
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81. Match the following :
' .,
Year Happening
(l) 1903 (a) Pierre was knocked down and killed by a horse-
drawn wagon
(U} 1906 (bl Marie was awarded the Nobel Prize for Chemistry
(ltl) 1911 (c) Marie Curie died
(lv} 1934 (d1' The Curies were awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics

In 1903 the Curies along with Henry Becquerel, were awarded the Nobel Prize for physics
for the discovery of Radium and Polonium. They wished, they could have patented their
discovery and become rich, but this noble woman refused to do so and gave it free to the world
to be used properly.
In 1906, Pierre was knocked down and killed by a horse-drawn wagon. Marie clung to his
lifeless body and remained disconsolate.
In 1911, Marie was awarded the Nobel prize for the second time and this was for Chemistry.
Madame Curie remained comparatively poor and when asked why she did not make money
by her discoveries, she replied, •1 am working for science. Radium belongs to the people, not
to me.•

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 In 1934, the health of Marie Curie failed and In the July of that year this great sc\enuat,
8nd
who had given her life for the cause of science and humanity, died. In every great man
woman there is a compulsive desire to discover the truth. Madame Curie, who pursued her
life's goal with great courage, endurance, dedication and strength of character, is a living
example of this statement.
There are also men and women who show extreme courage when they are face to face
with great danger. But greater is the courage of men and women who display a strength of
mind that Is not defeated by extremely hostile and unfavourable conditions of life. Madame
curie certainly belongs to this latter group.

B2. Complete the following : (2)

(l) The reply of Marte when she was asked why she did not make
money by her discoveries _________________ _
(tl) Madame Curie who _____ ______________ is a living example of this
statement.

B3. Find out the Synonyms for the following from the passage : (2)
(L) adverse -
( tl) bravery -
(tit) tolerance -
(tv) passionate -

84. Do as directed : (2)

(t) She gave it free of cost. (Add a question tag)

(tt) They could have patented their discovery and become rich.
(Complete the sentence : They could have become rich by ... )

85. Personal Response : (2)

Do you really think Curies were selfless? Why?

SECTION m : POETRY-10 Marks

Q. 3. (A) Read the following extract carefully and do the activities

given below : [5 Marks]
A1. Complete the following sentences using the informaUon from the
extract : (2)
(l) In form and feature, face and limb. the narrator grew like _______ __ __ _ .

(ti) The exact likeness of the twins puzzled all their ___ __ _____ __ .

(tit} The _____ _____ __ became worse before their names were fixed.

(tvJ When they were being washed by __ _. ________ they got completely
mixed.

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 In form and feature, face and limb,
I grew so like my brother,
That folks got taking me for him,
And each for one another.
It puzzled all our kith and kin,
It reached a fearful pitch;
For one of us was born a twin,
Yet not a soul knew which.

One day, to make the matter worse,

Before our names were fixed.
A5 we were being washed by nurse,
We got completely mtxed:
And thus. you see, by fate's decree,
Or rather nurse's whim,
My brother John got christened me,
And I got christened him.

A2. Write down two humorous lines from the extract. (2)

A3. Write down the rhyming words from the extract for the following : (IJ,
(I) pitch - (tl) Hmb -

Q. 3. (8) _Appreciation of the poem : (5 Marks)

Read the following poem and write an · appreciation of it with the
help of the given points in a points format :

Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening

Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village, though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
My little horse must think it queer
To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.
He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound's the sweep
Of easy wind and downy flake.
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.
-Robert Frost

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 • Title , .. _. ____ . _____ .... __ . __ _. ___ .. ___ .. ___ . _. _. __ .... _.. __ . ... . __ ... ..... _.. ___ .. ___

• Name of the poet : ----------- ------------------------- ---------------------------- (V~)

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• Rhyme scheme : _________________________________ ________ _____________________ ----- ( 1)

• Figure of speech (any one) : ----------- -------------------- ---------- -- --------- (1)

• Theme/Central idea (tn 2 to 3 lines) : ------ --- -- ------ - ---------------------- (2)

SECTION IV: NON-TEXTUAL PASSAGE-15 Marks

Q. 4. (A) Read the following passage and do the activities :
[10 Marks]
A1. Name the following : (2)
{t) The state in which Jaipur Is located.
{it) The King who discovered the Pink City.

{tit) Name of the semi octagonal building constructed in the shape of

Lord Krishna's crown.
(tv) The monument w~ch is included in UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Jaipur is popular as "Pink City" and situated in the royal deserts of the Rajasthan. Jaipur
has many beautiful places like marvellous palaces, magnificent forts, museums, havelis,
colourful bazaars and temples. Jaipur is one of the biggest and capital city of Rajasthan State.
This beautiful city was discovered by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the year of 1727 AD.
Beautiful Monuments and forts of Jaipur represents the glorious part of this city.
One of the finest tourist destinations in this city is Amer Fort which is located on the
Aravali hills. It is situated 11 km far away from the city and was constructed by Maharaja Sawai
Jai Singh-II. This fort is remarkable not only for its beautiful palaces, but for the majestic
splendour of its surroundings as well. This beautiful fort is the complex of marvellous places
like as Sheesh Mahal (the Mirror Palace), Diwan-e-Khas (the Hall of Private Audience), Diwan-
e-Aam (the Hall of Public Audience), and the Sukh Mandir, which is protected by sandalwood
doors inlaid with ivory. It is one of the finest amalgam of Hindu and Muslim architecture.
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) is the marvellous monument situated in this city. lt is the
five storey semi octagonal building which is constructed in the shape of Lord Krishna's crown
and has the small 953 windows. Basically, the windows of this palace were designed for the
ladies of Royal families to watch the activities of the market below without being seen. The
Jantar Mantar is one of the finest monuments of this city and was constructed by Maharaja
Sawai Jai Singh-II in the year of 1734 CE. This observatory has world's biggest stone Sundial
and also the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Jal Mahal (The Water Palace) is the finest
palace located amid the beautiful picturesque Mansagar Lake. This amazing palace was
constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II In the 8th century. Best time to visit this beautiful
city is the month of November to February.

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 A2. Complete the followill& web :

Manellou placea
t---+I
i.--1 la Amer Fort

A3. Co1Dplete the following chart by using describing words Crom the
pa11age:

City

A4. Do aa d.lrected : (21

(L} Amer Co.rt Is remarkable not only for its beautiful palaces. but for
the majestic splendour of its surroundJngs as well.
(Rewrtte the sentence by using as well as)
(LL) It Is one of lhe finest amalgam of Hmdu and Muslim architectur e.
(Rewrtte the sentence by using ·not only ... but also... )

A5. Personal Response: (2)

Describe any other beautiful city you have Visited.

Q. 4. (B) Summary Writing ·: [5 Marks]

Read the passage gtven in Q. 4. (A) and wrJte the summary of it. Suggest
a suitable title to your summary.

SECTION V : WRITING SKILLS-20 Marks __,-

Q. 5. (,A) Letter Writing : [5 Marks]
A1 or A2. Attempt any one of the following activities :
Imagine you are AnuVAnuja Bapat. staying at B/22. Ashirwad,
M. G. Road, Thane (West) - 400 602. Read the following Handbill
and write any one of the leUers based on it :

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 Bod_yzone Coa.chlng Acadf!11l!I, Thane
Announces ..... .
B11dmtoton Coaching Special Summer Batches ···
• For Beginners, Intermediate, f1dults & Corporat~s
F~tJtures :• Fitness and Wei9ht L.oss irainin9
• Personal Tra!ning
• SpecitJ/ Batches f'or Students and L.adies

Registration Fees : ~ 3500/- for 13 days camp

Venue: Dadoji Kondadev Stadium, Thane (West) and
Duration : 6th May to 18th May Monday to Saturday 6.00 a.m. to l 0,00 a.m.
5.00 p.m. to 9 p.m.
contact for registration : 770000XXXX.
- !Badminton is not Just a sport but it is a way of life :

A1. Informal Letter : A2. Formal Letter :

Write a letter to your father to take Write a letter to The OrganJZer to
thank for the initiative they have
permission to participate in the
Summer Badminton Coaching OR taken. Tell them how useful the
'Camp. Use the above mentioned coaching camp ts.
points and add your own points. Use the aibove mentioned points
and add your own points.

Q. 5. (B) Bl or B2. Do any one of the following : (5 Marks]

B1 . Dialogue Writing :
(a) Put the sentences in proper order to prepare a meaningful dialogue: (1)
(t) Please tell me what it ts?
(il) Do you know what ts an artificial intelligence?
(lit) Artiflcial Intelligence refers to machines' ability to make an tnformed
decision.
(iv) No, I have heard about it but don't know what exactly it is.

(b) Complete the dialogue : (1)

A : How would you feel when someone praise you?

... ----
B: -------------------------------------------------------
A : Would you like to praise in return?

B: -···········-························ · ··· · · · ········· · · ····

(c) Prepare a dialogue between yo,u and Netra having minimum three
meaningful exchanges about 'The Importance of Sibling': (3}

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 OR

BZ. Drafting a speech :

1

You are going to parUcJpate Jn an Jnterachool elocutJon competJtfon.

The subject given to you fa 1Inc1Jan Sports and Games'.
You can u.e the following points to draft your speech to deliver in
the compeUtfon :
Points:
• Popular Indian Games - Gllltdanda, l{abaddl, Kho-Kho, Rasstkhech,
Lagorl, Langacll, elc.
• Good Stress busters
• Physical and Mental exercise
• Not expensive
• Can be played anywhere
• Good source of entertainment.

Q. 6. (A) Information Transfer : [5 Marks]

Al or A2. Attempt any one of the following activities
AL Non-verbal to Verbal :
See the following chart carefully and write a short paragraph on
'Advantages of walking 30 minutes a day• with the help of the points
given in it. Give a suitable title to your write-up :
~ ___ ...._.,

ANATOMYOFWALKING j
BOOSTS ENDORPHINS
1"51NGS~~NQll,
BUILDS BONE HASS. FAllGUI.MC>C~
~111511:M IIYIJIMICll'ES
OSTEOIIOII05a
REDUCES
G/WICOHAIIISlt

LIMITS SICK,NESS HALVE$

IT HALY!fC, 0CIO$ M AUHOIDl'S D15EASUll51t
CAKIING A t0UI CMIIS'IUD

IMPROVES HEART HEALTH

WORICSARMS 11T IIICll£A5IMG HIAIIT RAffS
5IIOUU)O MU5CIE.) AJolD CIIICILATIOII

EHGAGES IMPROVES
1"NUSQ.n BLOOD
PRESSURE
IYFM'°'"1'S
LIMITS COLON CAHCER
IYJISFCl'W01Clf STRENGTHENS LEGS,
INCLUDING OUADltlCIP5..
HIP l'WI~ AND HAH$TIIIHCil
IMPROVES BALANCE
P1MlfT111CifMa BURNS MORE FAT
~ JOG(;IM(i
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ONLY 30 MINUTES A DAY, J
5 TIMES A WEEK CAN MAKE YOU
HEALTHl:ER AND HAPPIER. l
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A2. Verbal to Non-verbal :
Read the following information and complete the given table:
We come across different rocks wherever we go. There are three kinds of rocks.
made m three different ways. Igneous rocks were made when the molten materials of
which the earth consisted long ago became cooler and solidified: granite Js one of tbe
example of it. Another kind of rock ts sedimentary rock. formed when rivers brought
down small pieces of material t:nto sea. Shale, limestone and chalk are the examples of
thJs rock. The third kind of rock ts metamorphJc rock. This was formed when the Java
thrown out by volcanoes affected the material over which It flowed . Slate Is the example
of this rock.
Title : _______ ____ ______ _

Types of Rocks Formed by Examples

(1)

(2)
(3)

Q. 6. (B) Expand the Theme : [5 Marks]

Bl or B2. Do any one of the following :
B1 . News Report :
Read the following headline and prepare a new.s report with the
help of given points :

Two SSC students of Digambar High School. Beed were felicitated

with the National Bravery Award 2024.

Moe use of the following guidelines :

• Headline • Dateline • Introduction • Short con tinuous p aragraph

OR

B2. Dev,eloping a story :

Develop a story with the help of the giv,e n beginning. Suggest a
suitable title to it :

It was 8 o'clock in the evening and I was returnlng h ome after

completing my running practice. I was little bit la te so I was walk ing
hurriedly---------- ----- ---------------------- ---- ---- --------------- --- -------------------- -

--- - . --- ---- --- -------------------------------------

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 SECTIO N VI: SKILL DEVELOPMENT-5 Marks

Q. 7. Translation :
(a) Translate the following words into your medium of instructio n :

(Anyfou,.1~
(1) country (2) courage (3) clifflcult
(4) weather (5) suggest (6) possible
(b) Translate the following sentences into your medium of instruction :

(Any two) ~
( 1) Water is life - save it.
(2) Do not waste it unnecessar y.
(3) Check your taps regularly.
(4) Turn off the water tap while brushing your teeth.
(c) Translate the following idioms/pro verbs into your medium of
instructio n : (Any one) (
( 1) You reap what you sow.
(2) Haste makes waste.