Series ARSP/06 Set ~ 6

Roll No. Q.P Code 15/6/6

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book during this period.

ENGLISH(LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE )

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 80

General Instructions:
Read the instructions very carefully and strictly follow them :

1. This question paper comprises 11 questions. All questions are compulsory.

2. The question paper contains THREE sections -

Section - A : Reading Skills

Section - B : Grammar and Creative Writing Skills

Section - C : Literature Text Book

3. Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.

Section A - Reading Skills

1. Read the following Passage: [10]
1. Fossil fuels (oil, coal, and natural gas) are our most traditional sources for power generation. The energy
that's produced from any source other than fossil fuels is termed as alternative energy. Between the two
sources, using alternative energy has a lower environmental impact.
2. We now know that alternative energy sources are the sources we use to supplement or even replace
traditional energy sources used for power generation. You could almost say the same thing about renewable
energy sources. But there is one subtle difference between the two. All renewable energy sources fall under
the category of alternative energy sources, but it doesn't work the other way around.
3. That's because renewable energy sources are derived from naturally replenished sources or processes of
Earth, such as the sun, wind, and water. We refer to these resources as renewable or sustainable since,
unlike fossil fuels, this naturally occurring continual renewal makes them inexhaustible. However,
alternative energy sources are exhaustible, and therefore not renewable. That's the difference!
4. The equipment necessary to harness energy from alternative sources used to be so expensive that it wasn't
practical for consumer use. However, thanks to increased demand, more experienced energy developers,
competitive supply chains, improved renewable technologies, and enhanced energy efficiency capabilities,
that's no longer the case.
5. When it comes to energy efficiency, the leader of the renewable energy pack is wind energy. Behind wind
comes geothermal energy, hydropower, nuclear energy, and then solar power. Wind power serves both
individuals and entire communities. It is versatile, and can be produced from small-scale windmills or wind
turbines on residential properties. It can also be produced from large-scale offshore wind farms in the
ocean.
6. We generate geothermal power by tapping into underground reservoirs of hot water and steam. Geothermal
electricity can directly heat and cool buildings. Generated from the energy of moving water,
 hydroelectricity (also known as hydropower) is produced when water behind a dam causes turbine blades to
move as it flows through an intake. The turbine blades then rotate a generator to produce electricity that is
sent to power homes.
7. Nuclear energy is created in the form of heat through the fission process of atoms. The initial fission
process creates energy and triggers a chain reaction that repeats the process and generates more energy. In
nuclear power plants, the heat that fission produces creates steam. The steam then rotates a turbine, which
leads to the production of electricity.
8. Solar power most commonly refers to the use of solar cells to create energy. On a small scale, you may see
a few solar panels on a house roof used to produce energy for just that one home. On a larger scale, you
may see a solar farm used as a power plant to produce electricity for its consumers.
Answer the following questions, based on the above passage: (10)
i. Which of the following statements best describes the difference between renewable energy sources and
alternate energy sources? (1)
A. Alternative energy sources are more expensive than renewable energy sources.
B. Renewable energy sources are inexhaustible whereas alternate energy sources could be exhaustible.
C. Alternative energy sources are as renewable as renewable energy sources.
D. Renewable energy sources are exhaustible but alternative energy sources are inexhaustible.
ii. What is the tone of the writer in the given lines from para (4)? Rationalise your response in about 40 words.
(2)
"However, thanks to increased demand, more experienced energy developers, competitive supply chains,
improved renewable technologies, and enhanced energy efficiency capabilities, that's no longer the case".
iii. Based on the reading of the passage, examine, in about 40 words, the difference between geothermal
electricity and hydroelectricity. (2)
iv. Complete the sentence appropriately : (1)
In the past, alternative energy sources were not used much by the consumers because
v. The passage includes some words that are opposites of each other. From the sets (a) to (e) below, identify
two sets of antonyms: (1)
a. generate and produce
b. exhaustible and inexhaustible
c. subtle and versatile
d. power and energy
e. sustainable and exhaustible
vi. Who is the leader of renewable energy pack and why? (1)
vii. What is the message conveyed by the passage? (1)
A. Only those energy sources should be used which are renewable.
B. Wind energy is a renewable as well as inexhaustible source of energy.
C. There are plenty of renewable energy sources that can be used to replace traditional energy sources.
D. Alternative energy sources are the emerging energy trends and are still evolving.
viii. State whether the following statement is True or False with reference to the given extract. (1)
Hydroelectricity as a renewable energy source is used for residential as well as commercial purposes.
2. Read the extract given below: [10]
1. Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water
shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because a retired civil engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir
Government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers.
2. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 meters above sea level, has a low average annual rainfall
rate of 50 mm . Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture is completely dependent on
glacier melt, unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years, with increasing effects of
climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought
situations. Given the extreme winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest
season.
3. It is located between the natural glacier above and the village below. The one closer to the village and
lowest in altitude melts first, providing water during April-May, the crucial sowing season. Further, layers
of ice above melt with the increasing temperature, thus ensuring continuous supply to the fields. Therefore,
farmers have been able to manage two crops instead of one. It costs about 1,50,000 and above to create a
glacier.
4. Fondly called the glacier man, he has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In
recognition of his pioneering effort, he was conferred the Padma Shri by The President of India.
5. There are a few basic steps followed while creating an artificial glacier. River or stream water at high
altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a
mountain range. At the start of winter i.e., in November, the diverted water is made to flow on sloping hills
facing distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of
water, making shallow pools which freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation
continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an 'artificial
glacier'.

Based on your understanding of the extract, answer the questions below: (10)
i. Infer one reason for the following, based on information in paragraph 1. (1)
Areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortage but life didn't grind to a halt.
ii. Select from the passage the appropriate option to fill in the blanks: (1)
Agriculture is completely dependent on ________ unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India.
a. rainfall pattern
b. climate change
c. glaciers melt
d. extreme winter conditions
iii. Write any two steps followed while creating the glaciers. (2)
iv. List two reason why artificial glaciers seem the best option. (2)
v. Complete the following analogy correctly with a word/phrase from paragraph 3: (1)
icing: cake:: layers: ________
 vi. Select the correct option to complete the following sentence: At the start of winter the diverted water is
made to flow ________. (1)
a. on sloping hills facing distribution channels.
b. on high altitude.
c. on ice-cold water level.
d. on mountain range.
vii. Fill in the blank by selecting from the passage the correct option: (1)
The ________ have been the only source of water in areas in and around Ladakh.
a. glaciers
b. rivers
c. streams
d. water springs
viii. The word 'located' in paragraph 3 means ___________. (1)
SECTION B GRAMMAR
3. Complete ANY TEN of twelve of the following tasks, as directed [10]
(a) Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the brackets, for the given portion of a letter. [1]
Kindly pay heed to our request and provide the students with ________ (adequacy) support on their
project.
(b) Identify the error in the given sentence, from a report from the News for Kids site and supply the [1]
correction.
In an effort to help out important insects like bees and butterflies, bus stops across the United
Kingdom (UK) and Europe are getting live roofs.
Use the given format for your response.

error correction

(c) Read the conversation given below between a receptionist and a guest. Complete the sentence by [1]
filling in the blank:
Receptionist: Good to see you again, sir!
Guest: Indeed, it's always nice to be back here.
The guest replied that ________.
(d) "Are you really behind what you have said?" asked the manager. [1]
The manager asked him ________.

a) why he has talked like that b) if he could stand behind his words

c) what kind of a person he is d) how I was supporting his ideas

(e) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option. [1]
She was _________ (never / neither / either) ready for the interview nor wanted to take the job.
(f) Identify the error and supply the correction for the given sentence from a comment posted by an [1]
admirer of a reporter.
The report was well document, so no one could claim that it was just one person's opinion.
Use the given format for your response.

Error Correction
 (g) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the following line, from a [1]
news report:
The schools have taken several measures to ensure the safety of students like temperature screening of
everyone who enter school premises and special sanitization of the school as per WHO guidelines.

Option no. Error Correction

A have has

B the a

C of for

D enter enters

(h) I _______ tennis every Sunday morning. [1]

a) am playing b) play

c) playing d) am play
(i) Samiksha shared some information with Sameer regarding the annual blood donation camp. Report [1]
Sameer's question:
How did you feel when you were donating blood?
(j) Choose the correct reported speech of a given sentence: [1]
"Don't try this at home," the stuntman told the audience.

a) The stuntman advised the audience do b) The stuntman advised the audience not
not try that at home. to try that at home.

c) The stuntman advised the audience not d) The stuntman advises the audience not
to tried that at home. to try that at home.
(k) Complete the line from a self-awareness song, by filling the blank with the correct option. [1]
"And looked down one as far as I could
To where it ________ in the under growth."
A. has bent
B. bent
C. will bend
D. is bent
(l) Identify the error and supply the correction, for the following: [1]

FOCUS TB
Towards a TB free world
Our focus is to provide a comprehensive diagnostic support for affordable rates to battle TB.
Thyrocare

Use the given format for your response.

error correction

SECTION B CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS

4. Today the ratio of car to house member is one is to one. This has led to parking issues in colonies. Cars are [5]
parked on the road which narrows road space leading to congestion.
 You have read about incidents of short-tempered brawls and physical violence in colonies because of lack of
parking space.
Write a letter to the editor of Times of India in about 100-120 words, drawing attention to this problem and
what measures can be taken to resolve the problem. You are Sharan/Sunita from Maya Nagar.
OR
Imagine that you are Ms. Kamala/Mr. Kamal, music teacher of National Public School. You were invited by Rising
Sun Public School, Mall Road, Bhopal to judge the participants in the singing competition to be held in the school.
Write a letter of thanks in 100 - 120 words to the Principal describing how you enjoyed the event.
5. A survey was conducted in a town where the views of people were collected on cigarette smoking. Giving below [5]
is a pie-chart showing the results of the survey. Write a paragraph by interpreting the data.

OR
The graph below shows four countries of residence of overseas students in Australia. Write an analytical paragraph
by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant (150-200 words).

SECTION C - LITERATURE
6. Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two, given. [5]
(a) Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: [5]
Ausable was, for one thing, fat. Very fat. And then there was his accent. Though he spoke French and
German passably, he had never altogether lost the American accent he had brought to Paris from
Boston twenty years ago.
‘‘You are disappointed,’’ Ausable said wheezily over his shoulder.
i. Who is ‘you’ here? (1)
a. Fowler
b. Ausable
c. Waiter
d. Max
ii. How is Ausable different from other secret agents? (2)
iii. 'You’ believed that Ausable was ________. (1)
 iv. It can be inferred from the extract that a secret agent is expected to be (1)
1) fit.
2) compassionate.
3) apologetic.
4) suave.
5) violent.
a. Option 1, 3 & 5
b. Option 1 & 4
c. Option 2 ,4 & 5
d. Option 2 & 3
(b) Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: [5]
So, in order not to shake the writer’s faith in God, the postmaster came up with an idea to answer the
letter. But when he opened it, was evident that to answer it, he needed something more than goodwill,
ink, and paper. But he stuck to his resolution: he asked for money from his employees, he himself
gave part of his salary and several friends of his were obliged to give something for an act of charity’.
It was impossible for him to gather together the hundred pesos, so he was able to send the farmer only
a little more than half. He put the money in an envelope addressed to Lencho and with it a letter
containing only a single word as a signature: God. The following Sunday Lencho came a bit earlier
than usual to ask if there was a letter for him. It was the postman himself who handed the letter to him
while the postmaster, experiencing the contentment of a man who has performed a good deed, looked
on from his office.
i. What is the significance of the situation where the postmaster decided to help Lencho? Answer in
about 40 words. (2)
ii. How did the postmaster collect money to be sent to Lencho? Complete the sentence with the
appropriate option. He collected money from his employees and gave ________. (1)
A. a part of his salary to send to Lencho.
B. the collected money to Lencho.
C. the contribution to Lencho.
D. his monthly salary to Lencho.
iii. Identify the word from the passage, which is opposite to the phrase 'very few'. (1)
iv. What were the things the postmaster kept in the envelope? State any one inference about the
postmaster from the given context: "So, in order not to shake the writer’s faith in God, the
postmaster came up with an idea to answer the letter." (1)
7. Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two, given. [5]
(a) Read the lines given below and answer the questions that follow: [5]
The trees inside are moving out into the forest,
the forest that was empty all these days
where no bird could sit
no insect hide
no sun bury its feet in shadow
the forest that was empty all these nights
will be full of trees by morning
 a. Complete the sentence appropriately.(1)
It is clear that personification is the poetic device used for 'No sun bury its feet....
b. State whether the following statement is TRUE or FALSE. Also, provide an explanation. The
extract uses trees as a symbol for conservative people. (1)
c. Which of the following best describes the idea of a forest that has been 'empty all these days' is
________.
a. unnatural
b. scary
c. magical
d. legendary
d. Which three things cannot happen in a treeless forest? (2)
(b) Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: [5]
Belinda paled, and she cried Help! Help!
But Mustard fled with a terrified yelp,
Ink trickled down to the bottom of the household,
And little mouse Blink strategically mousehold.
i. Pick an option that best fits the usage of the word’ trickled’ as used in the extract. (1)
a. The water trickled down the tap and filled the trough.
b. Students trickled into the classroom as the teacher entered.
c. Tears trickled down her cheeks as she heard the sad news.
d. His enthusiasm for the task slowly trickled away.
ii. Where did Blink hide himself? (1)
iii. Fill in the blank with one word which means the same as 'ran away' ________. (1)
iv. Comment on the humour used in these lines. (2)
8. Answer ANY FOUR of the following five questions, in about 40-50 words [12]
(a) Coorg has been defined as a piece of heaven by the writer. Justify. [3]
(Glimpses of India)
(b) According to the poem, A Tiger in the Zoo, is it safe to allow tigers to live in their natural habitat [3]
these days?
(c) What were Lomov’s reasons for choosing Natalya? [3]
(d) Annie writes that it was fortunate that Mr. Keesing took the joke the right way. Why does she feel so? [3]
(e) Fire and Ice projects a pessimistic outlook. Comment. [3]
9. Answer ANY TWO of the following three questions, in about 40-50 words. [6]
(a) What was Mrs.Pumphrey’s last statement to Mr.Herriot? Did she know Tricki’s real ailment? [3]
(b) What were Ram Lal and his wife’s plans regarding Bholi’s marriage? [3]
(c) Why did Griffin take off his newly prepared clothes from London store? [3]
10. Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions, in about 100-120 words [6]
(a) The young seagull's parents wanted him to fly, like his brothers and sister. How could the young [6]
seagull's newly flying siblings (Brother 1, Brother 2 and Sister) have motivated him? Write a brief
conversation among them.
(b) After having read the lesson on the oppression that communities faced in South Africa, you were [6]
deeply hurt. You could also relate to the struggles and hardships of millions of Indians who fought
 against the oppressive British rule.
Write a diary entry expressing your feelings about oppression faced by people in their homeland. You
may begin like this:
24 August 20XX,
Monday 9:00 pm My heart is filled with sadness as I think of the oppressed who had to tolerate the
inhuman attitude of the oppressors in their own land ...
11. Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions, in about 100-120 words. [6]
(a) Your teacher conducted an Turn Tables in class, and asked you to put forth your views on Frugality [6]
in Life is the Ideal Way to Live.
Write the debate script with points to supplement your stand, both for and against the motion and
conclude with your own views. Answer in the context of the lesson The Necklace.
(b) What does he get from Anil in return for his work? (The Thief's Story) [6]