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FIRST TERM EXAMINATION – 2024

Class : X (CBSE) ENG. LTS001
Time : 1½ hours. ENGLISH Total Score: 40

General Instructions:

Read the following instructions very carefully and strictly follow them:

I. All questions are compulsory

II. . This question paper contains three sections:

Section A: Reading Skills,

Section B: Writing Skills

Section C: Grammar

Section D: Literature Textbook Max.

III.Attempt all questions based on specific instructions for each part. Write the correct question number and part thereof in
your answer sheet.

IV. Separate instructions are given with each question/part, wherever necessary

V. . Adhere to the prescribed word limit while answering the questions.

SECTION A: READING
1.Read the following report.
10 Student Council Unveils School's First Student-Made Drone Programme
–by Tanveer Siddiqui, Secretary, Student Council
Bengaluru, Nov. 10 – The Student Council at ABC School has initiated a ground-breaking project involving the
construction and operation of drones made by students. The programme was introduced at the school's monthly
public presentation on November 7, attracting significant interest from students, faculty, and parents alike.
Mr. J. Rao, the school's vice-principal, and the head of the Student Council, Priya Desai, kicked off the event by
explaining the motivation behind the project. They noted that the programme aims to provide students with
hands-on experience in technology and engineering while promoting teamwork and creativity. The Student
Council collaborated with local engineers and technology experts to ensure safety and compliance with
regulations. During the event, the council members demonstrated a live drone flight, showcasing the capabilities
of the drones built by the students. They performed a variety of manoeuvres, including aerial photography and
obstacle course navigation.
The Student Council has planned several future activities to keep the momentum going. These include a drone-
building workshop, a photography contest using the drones, and an inter-school drone race in the spring. The
programme is designed to engage students in innovative ways and foster a deeper interest in technology and
engineering.
Answer the following questions, based on the report above.
I.Complete with a suitable reason. The most likely reason why the student council secretary was chosen to draft
the report was because_____. 1
II. Fill in the blank with an appropriate word/ phrase. The term ‘ground-breaking’ project suggests that the
project is _____ and reflects a level of creativity. 1
III. What was the primary goal of the Student Council's drone programme at National Public School?
A. To encourage teamwork and creativity among students 1
B. To demonstrate the latest drone technology to the public
C. To generate interest in aerial photography
D. To promote engineering skills and provide hands-on experience 1 4 of 8
IV. Who did the Student Council turn to, to ensure safety and regulatory compliance?
1. Faculty and parents 1
2. Vice-Principal
3. Local Engineers
4. Head of Student Council
5. Technology experts
Select the correct option
A. Only 1 B. Only 5 C. 2 and 4 D. 3 and 5 1
V. What was the most likely purpose of showcasing the capabilities of the drones during the event? 1
VI. What in the passage suggests that the live drone demonstration aimed to engage and excite the audience?
1
VII. What skills are the students expected to develop through the photography contest using drones? 2
VIII. Explain how the Student Council's drone programme at National Public School align with the school's
goals of promoting holistic education. 2

SECTION B: WRITING SKILLS

2. You are Preeti Saraswat from Uttarakhand. Write an e mail, in about 50 words, to your principal, requesting
early commencement of winter uniform usage for all. Include a valid reason. 3
You may copy the given template to write your email.

3A. Write a letter to the Mayor of your city, addressing the issue of carelessness in transportation habits and
advocating for initiatives to promote car-lessness in the community. Deliberate on the environmental, health,
and social benefits of reducing reliance on cars and propose specific measures to encourage alternative modes of
transportation. Also, emphasise the importance of community engagement and collaboration in achieving a
more sustainable and liveable city.
Use ideas from Unit 3: Science, along with your own to write this letter in not more than 120 words. 7

OR
3 B. Write a letter to the Director of the Geological Survey advocating for concerted efforts to preserve and
protect geological heritage sites. Discuss the importance of these sites and highlight the threats they face.
Propose specific measures to conserve these valuable natural assets and request her for proactive action to
safeguard them for future generations.
Use ideas from Unit 4: Environment, along with your own to write this letter in not more than 120 words. 7
SECTION C: GRAMMAR
4. Complete the tasks (A) to (b), as directed 3x1=3
A.Fill the blanks (I) -(III) with the appropriate option from those in the brackets.
In order to maintain a balanced lifestyle, we (I) ____ (can/ should/ must) prioritise self-care
practices, such as regular exercise and healthy eating habits, to promote overall well-being.
Individuals should also (II) ____ (have engaged/engage/ being engaged) in mindfulness activities,
such as meditation or yoga, to improve mental health. Additionally, seeking support from friends, family, or
mental health professionals (III) _____ (every / some / any) time one feels overwhelmed can contribute to a
balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
B.Do as directed.
Report the dialogues to complete the paragraph that follows. 2 X1=2
Student 1: I've decided to become a mathematician.
Student 2: Really? Why?
Student 1: Because I already excel at dividing my attention between homework and video games!
Student 1 told student 2 that they wanted to become a mathematician. Student 2 was taken by surprise and
(I) ___________________. Student 1 exclaimed (II) ____________________ their attention between
homework and video games.
SECTION D: LITERATURE
5.Read the given extracts and answer the questions given below .
With a loud scream he fell outwards and given downwards into space. Then a monstrous terror seized him
and his heart stood still. He could hear nothing. But it only lasted a minute. The next moment he felt his
wings spread outwards. The wind rushed against his breast feathers, then under his stomach, and against his
wings. He could feel the tips of his wings cutting through the air. He was not falling headlong now. He was
soaring gradually downwards and outwards. (His First Flight)
I. What effect does the experience, as described in the lines below, have on the baby seagull? With a loud
scream he fell outwards and downwards into space. Then a monstrous terror seized him and his heart
stood still. 1
Chose the most suitable option.
A. exhilarates
B. Overwhelms
C. Energises
D. confuses
II. How does the author's use of descriptive language enhance the narrative technique in the paragraph?
2
 III. Fill in the blank with the correct word from the bracket. The use of the word ‘rushed’ adds to a sense
of............................. (speed / relief), in the extract 1
IV. How does the seagull's feelings towards the end of the extract contrast with the initial feeling of terror?
1

6. Answer the following questions, in about 40-50 words. 3x2=6

I. What does the postmaster's reaction to Lencho's letter reveal about his character? (A Letter to God)
II. Summarise the role of the use of parentheses in the poem ‘Amanda!’.

7. Both poems ‘Dust of Snow’ and ‘Fire and Ice’ use contrasting elements of nature to convey their respective
messages about life and human emotions but they do it differently. Examine these differences. (4)