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CBSE Examination Question Paper 2025 iii. Complete the following sentence suitably with sarcastic jabs. In this way, humour is revealed
reference to paragraph 3: 1 to have the power to produce both uplifting and
Class XII One significant advantage of humour is that it harmful effects.
helps one _____. ii. Evidences that humour improves life:
English Core (301) iv. Provide ONE textual evidence with reference to
1. “The value of such a skill in defusing tense,
aggressive situations and in managing alliances
Time Allowed : 3 Hrs. Maximum Marks: 80 paragraph 5, how a good sense of humour can be and friendships should not be underestimated
General Instructions: a great ice breaker. 1 either.” (Paragraph 4)
1. This Question Paper has 13 questions. All questions are compulsory. v. Select the correct option from those given in 2. “Schmoozing with a bunch of new people at
ii. This question paper contains three sections – brackets to fill in the blank: 1 a cocktail party is an opportunity to engage
Section – A: Reading Skills, According to evolutionary psychologists, people in light-hearted banter, and other people are
Section – B: Creative Writing Skills, and with a sense of humour can _____ (trigger/ grateful when someone is skillful enough to
Section – C: Literature. lighten) tense situation. turn a stiff and awkward situation into fun.”
iii. Attempt all questions based on specific instructions for each part. Write the correct question number and (Paragraph 5)
part thereof in your answer sheet. vi. Choose the correct option: 1 iii. One significant advantage of humour is that it
iv. Separate instructions are given with each question/part, wherever necessary. “...humour can be a device for connecting people helps one cope with stress and social interactions
v. Adhere to the prescribed word limit while answering the questions. who are operating on the same wavelength.” by making situations more enjoyable and light-
By the phrase ‘same wavelength’ the author refers hearted.
to: iv. “Schmoozing with a bunch of new people at a
(A) people of age group cocktail party is an opportunity to engage in
(B) people who belong to same line of profession. light-hearted banter, and other people are grateful
SECTION A-READING SKILLS 22 in defusing tense, aggressive situations and in
(C) people having similar interests and attitudes.
managing alliances and friendships should not be when someone is skillful enough to turn a stiff and
underestimated either. (D) people who are working in the same awkward situation into fun.”
1. Read the following passage carefully: 12 organisation. v. According to evolutionary psychologists, people
1. Having a sense of humour might mean having 5. Schmoozing with a bunch of new people at a
with a sense of humour can lighten tense
the ability to entertain other people by making cocktail party is an opportunity to engage in vii. Complete the analogy with one word from
situations.
them laugh, but it can also mean having a quick light-hearted banter, and other people are grateful paragraph 6: 1
vi. (C) people having similar interests and attitudes.
wit that is frequently employed to criticize other when someone is skillful enough to turn a stiff advantage : benefit :: _____ : anger
When the author says humour connects people
people with snide comments. Some might define and awkward situation into fun. Cracking jokes, (A) situation
“operating on the same wavelength,” they mean
the sense of humour as the ability to see humour making witty remarks, and engaging in tongue-in- (B) stare
that shared tastes, values, or ways of seeing the
in everyday life or as appreciating the cleverness cheek observations about the social world can be (C) indignation
world make humour resonate. A joke lands best
of puns and other wordplay, and may think it like fishing for other minds that connect naturally (D) arsenal
among those who think alike. Thus, humour
entirely possible to possess a good sense of with one’s own. In other words, humour can be a
viii. In the line perhaps ”it is indeed a single instrument, becomes a bridge between individuals who share
humour without ever having those around them device for connecting people who are operating on
but it contains an arsenal of tools...” What does common perspectives and emotional responses.
become aware of it. the same wavelength.
the phrase ‘arsenal of tools’ refer to? 2 vii. (C) indignation
2. In any case, a sense of humour is a socially valued 6. Observing the performance of other people in such In paragraph 6 the author uses “indignation” to
trait that almost all of us would prefer to have situations tips you off as to who you might like ix. Provide ONE textual evidence from the text denote a strong feeling of anger or moral outrage.
more, rather than less, of – akin to the way to get to know better – and who might be best which states lack of sense of humour may prove to Just as an advantage yields a benefit, indignation
that we think about intelligence or good looks. left behind, wallowing in indignation and blank be a handicap in one’s life. 1 corresponds to anger. This analogy highlights
A person with an undeveloped sense of humour stares. In short, a sense of humour is the Swiss how humour equips us with various “tools”—here
Army Knife of social skills. Perhaps it is indeed x. An undeveloped sense of humour shows lack terms—to navigate social emotions, pairing each
lacks a social skill that puts him or her at a severe
a single instrument, but it contains an arsenal of a social skill that puts him or her at a concept with its natural counterpart.
disadvantage in the hurly-burly of everyday social
of tools – each exquisitely designed for a unique disadvantage. 1 viii. The phrase “arsenal of tools” refers to the wide
life.
social purpose. Choose the correct option (A) or (B) which range of social skills that humour provides—such
3. Freud thought of humour as an outlet for forbidden reaffirms the idea conveyed in the above extract:
Answer the following questions, based on the given as ice‑breaking, tension‑diffusing, witty banter,
impulses, and philosophers ranging from Aristotle (A) Sense of humour elevates the status of a
passage above: and bonding strategies—each “tool” serving a
to Descartes believed that we are amused by person in the social circle.
different purpose in human interaction.
something when it makes us feel superior to other (B) People with sense of humour are not taken
i. How does the author prove in paragraph 1 that ix. “A person with an undeveloped sense of humour
people. seriously in the society.
sense of humour is a double edged sword? 1 lacks a social skill that puts him or her at a severe
4. Evolutionary psychologists believe that humour,

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along with other creative abilities, such as art and ii. Cite evidences from the passage to prove that i. The author proves humour’s double‑edged nature life.” (Paragraph 2)
music, evolved as an honest signal of intelligence sense of humour is a valuable tool to make by stating that it can both delight people with x. (A) Sense of humour elevates the status of a
and genetic quality. The value of such a skill someone’s life better. 2 laughter and serve as a cutting weapon for person in the social circle.

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The passage emphasizes that humour is a respondents. Yet, female respondents face viii. Choose the correct option: 1 vii. Evidences from the passage:
prized social skill akin to intelligence or good discriminatory biases in hiring, have less paid The main roadblocks to employment opportunities 1. 76% of youth report being very interested in
looks. Having wit makes one more engaging and work experience than their male counterparts, for females are : pursuing a skill development programme.
respected in group settings. Conversely, lacking and face greater barriers in pursuing skills (i) lack of interest 2. 86% of youth feel very or moderately up to
humour leaves one “at a severe disadvantage.” development opportunities. 60 percent of female (ii) marriage date with changes in skill requirements.
Therefore, possessing a good sense of humour respondents, for example, report having no (iii) lack of opportunities viii. (C) (ii), (iii), and (v)
raises one’s social standing and ease of paid work experience, compared to 54 percent (iv) over qualification Marital status (marriage) and family background
connection. of male respondents. In addition, 15 percent of (v) family background are explicitly mentioned as discriminatory
female respondents report personal biases such as Options : barriers for women. They also face fewer skill
2. Read the passage carefully: 10 marital status, gender, age, or family background (A) (i) & (ii) development and hiring opportunities, indicating
1. This report presents findings from the Youth as a main barrier to employment compared to 9 (B) (iii) & (iv) a “lack of opportunities.” Overqualification and
Aspirations in India Survey in which 5,764 percent of male respondents. While more female (C) (ii), (iii) & (v) lack of interest are not cited as barriers. Thus, (C)
youth between the ages of 15 and 30 were asked respondents report being very interested in (D) (iv) & (v) (ii), (iii) & (v) is correct.
about their employment, education, and skilling participating in a skills development programme,

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aspirations. only 19 percent have enrolled in a programme, i. (C) higher education and career opportunities. SECTION B- CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS 18
compared to 26 percent of male respondents. The survey shows that 50 percent of youth want
2. Indian youth valued higher education. 50 percent Note : All details presented in the questions are
of respondents aspire to attain a post-graduate Answer the following questions, based on the given postgraduate degrees, 24 percent a PhD, and 21 imaginary and created for assessment purpose.
degree, 24 percent a Ph.D., and 21 percent a passage: percent a bachelor’s. Seventy‑six percent wish
bachelor’s degree. Only 2 percent of respondents to join skills programmes and 49 percent prefer 3. Attempt ANY ONE of the two (A) or (B) in
hope to attain a college or vocational diploma as i. As per the survey, Indian youth is broadly focused secure public‑sector jobs. Together, this indicates about 50 words: 1×4=4
their highest form of education. on 1 a strong focus on advanced education and stable
(A) Your school is organizing a road safety awareness
(A) skill development and entrepreneurship. career paths.
3. Respondents have a strong preference for attaining workshop for students of class IX – XII. As the
(B) private sector jobs and technology. ii. The latest trend among Indian youth is a strong
higher education degrees. At the same time, there head boy of your school, draft a notice informing
(C) higher education and career opportunities. inclination toward acquiring higher education
is an awareness of changing skills requirements the students about the workshop. Include other
(D) vocational diploma and public sector jobs. degrees while also demonstrating a growing
and an interest in augmenting their skills. 76 necessary details. You are Ashna/Ashish. Put
awareness of evolving skill requirements. In fact,
percent of youth report being very interested in ii. With reference to paragraph 3, what is the latest your notice in a box.
76% of youth are interested in pursuing skill

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pursuing a skills development programme. 70 trend among Indian youth in preparing themselves
development programs.
percent of youth identified more employment for the job market? 1
iii. One reason entrepreneurship is the least preferred GREEN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL, DELHI
opportunities as the main motivation for wanting
iii. With reference to the table, state one reason for option (17%) is the greater emphasis on job
to pursue skills development training. NOTICE
entrepreneurship being the last preference among security and career advancement, which are more
4. A study related to their job preference reveals their commonly found in public (49%) and private ROAD SAFETY AWARENESS WORKSHOP
Indian youth. 1
strong desire for job security and opportunities sector jobs (23%).
Date: 16 April 2025
for career advancement. It is evident from the iv. Cite two evidences from the text to show that iv. Evidences from the passage:
All students of Classes IX to XII are informed
following data: gender bias is still a hindrance in the progress of 1. Female respondents face discriminatory biases
that a Road Safety Awareness Workshop will be
women in society. 2 in hiring and have less paid work experience
Percentage Preference held on 25 April 2025 (Tuesday) from 10:00 a.m.
compared to their male counterparts. to 12:00 p.m. in the school auditorium. Traffic
49% Public Sector v. Complete the following sentence suitably. 1 (Paragraph 6)
The driving force for the Indian youth to join a police officials will guide us on safe driving and
23% Private Sector 2. 15% of female respondents report personal pedestrian rules.Attendance is compulsory. For
skill development programme is _____. biases such as marital status, gender, age, or any queries, contact the undersigned.
17% Entrepreneurship family background as barriers to employment,
vi. Paragraph 5 uses words ‘competencies’ and
compared to only 9% of male respondents. Ashish
5. In the context of technological adoption and ‘adoption’. Classify the following sentences which
(Paragraph 6) (Head Boy)
digitization, jobs and tasks, along with the talks about ‘competency’ and which talks about
‘adoption’. 1 v. The driving force for the Indian youth to join a
competencies required to execute them, are
Sentence 1 : Ria embraced new technology to gain skill development programme is the increasing

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changing. 86 percent of youth feel very or
global market for her paintings. awareness of changing skill requirements and the (B) Your school is organizing an Inter-House Science
moderately up to date with changes in skills
Sentence 2 : Ria displays her artistic skill through need for better employment opportunities. Model-Making Competition. As President of the
requirements. Yet, 39 percent of youth feel very
her paintings. vi. Classification of the sentences as competency or Science Club, draft a notice to inform all House
prepared or prepared for their ideal job, while 16
adoption based on paragraph 5 : members from IX – XII about the competition
percent of youth feel either not prepared or very
vii. Cite two evidences from the text to show that 1. Ria embraced new technology to gain a global and specify the number of registrations invited
unprepared for their ideal job.
Indian youth is adapting itself to the needs of the market for her paintings. (Adoption) per house. Include other necessary details. You
6. Female respondents’ education and employment job market. 2 2. Ria displays her artistic skill through her are Mitali/Mukesh. Put your notice in a box.
aspirations match, if not exceed, those of male paintings. (Competency)

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HORIZON PUBLIC SCHOOL, LUCKNOW Mrs. Savita Manjrekhar cohesive, sportsmanlike teams and have guided (B) Social literacy is increasingly recognized as a
Professor of English players to state and national events. crucial 21st century skill for young individuals.
NOTICE XYZ College, Cochin My credentials and passion fit Bloom Public Write a letter to the editor of a local daily
INTER-HOUSE SCIENCE MODEL- Date: 16 April 2025 School. Bio‑data attached; I look forward to discussing the benefits of providing social literacy
MAKING COMPETITION To discussing the post. education to children. Also, suggest effective ways
The Principal Thank you for your consideration. to raise awareness about the importance of this
Date: 16 April 2025 J.M. Public School Yours sincerely,
All House members from Classes IX–XII are education among parents. You may use some of
Cochin Ajay the given cues along with your own ideas to draft
hereby informed that an Inter-House Science Subject: Inability to Accept the Invitation
Model-Making Competition will be held on 28 Bio-Data the letter. You are a counsellor, Reena Sharma of
Dear Sir/Madam, 36, M.V. Apartments, Pune.
April, 2025 (Monday) from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Thank you for inviting me to judge the Inter- Name : Ajay Sharma
p.m. in the School Auditorium. Interested
School Debate Competition. I am honored by your • What is social literacy?
students should submit their names to the Gender : Male
consideration. However, due to prior academic • What is the role of school in imparting
undersigned by 22 April 2025. For queries, Father’s Name : Kamlesh Sharma
engagements, I regret to inform you that I cannot social literacy to young students?
contact the Science Club.
attend. I wish the event every success and hope to Data of Birth : 08th January, 19xx • What are the benefits of social literacy?
Mukesh participate in the future. • How is social literacy connected to career
Current Address : 36, N.J. Colony, Pune –
(President, Science Club) Yours sincerely, advancement?
411001
Mrs. Savita Manjrekhar

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4. Attempt ANY ONE of the two (A) or (B) in Contact No. : 782305xxxx
(Professor of English) 36, M.V. Apartments
about 50 words: 1×4=4 Languages known : English and Hindi Pune – 411001
5. Attempt ANY ONE of the two (A) or (B) in 120–
(A) Draft an invitation card on behalf of the Principal 17 April 2025
150 words: 1×5=5 Educational Qualifications
of J.B. Bhatia Public School for the launch of The Editor
(A) You are Ajay of 36, N.J. Colony, Pune. You read • B.P.Ed – University of Pune (Year of
‘Yoga for Life’ programme in the school. Mention Pune Herald
the given advertisement and wish to apply for the Completion: 2021)
a compelling highlight of the programme along Pune
post advertised. Write this job application along • Bachelor of Arts (Physical Education
with other necessary details. Subject: Need for Social Literacy Education in
with your bio-data. as Elective) University of Pune (Year of


Ans : Schools
Completion: 2019)
Sir/Madam,
J.B. BHATIA PUBLIC SCHOOL, DELHI Bloom Public School, Bhopal
Professional Experience Social literacy—the ability to communicate
Cordially invites you to Requires • Hockey Coach, XYZ School, Pune (2021 – respectfully, collaborate across cultures, and
LAUNCH OF THE “YOGA FOR LIFE” Hockey Present) manage emotions—is now as vital as numeracy.
PROGRAMME Coach : Graduates with B.P.Ed degree preferred. • Assistant Coach, Pune Sports Academy (2019 Schools can integrate it through group projects,
Minimum 4 years experience. – 2021) peer‑mediation clubs and community service
Date : 25 April 2025 (Friday) Skills : Well versed in defence techniques, Key Skills modules, letting children practise empathy and
knowledge of physical and psychological • Expertise in defensive hockey techniques conflict‑resolution daily. These skills reduce
Time : 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. performance development. Ability • Knowledge of sports psychology and classroom bullying, sharpen teamwork and, later,
Venue : School Auditorium to foster team culture and promote performance enhancement boost employability: employers increasingly prize
sportsmanship. Prepare students for • Strong communication and team-building skills emotional intelligence, cross‑cultural competence
Programme Highlight
A special interactive session led by renowned state/national championships. and ethical decision‑making.
Write to The Principal, Bloom Public School, Achievements
yoga mentor Dr. Kavita Sharma, focusing on To familiarise parents with these benefits,
Bhopal • Led school teams to win multiple district-
stress management and holistic well-being. PTA meetings should include short workshops by
level tournaments


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Kindly grace the occasion with your presence. • Organized sports camps focusing on holistic
36, N.J. Colony via newsletters and social media. Local NGOs
player development
Pune – 411001 could host “family social‑skills fairs” combining
Principal References
16 April 2025 games and expert talks. Such steps will convince
J.B. Bhatia Public School
The Principal Available upon request parents that social literacy is not an optional extra


O Bloom Public School I hereby declare that the information given above but a foundation for their children’s academic
(B) You are Mrs. Savita Manjrekhar, a professor in Bhopal is true and correct to the best of my knowledge success, career growth and responsible citizenship.
English. You are invited to be one of the judges Subject: Application for the Post of Hockey Coach and belief.
Yours faithfully,
for the inter-school debate competition by the Dear Sir/Madam, Date : 16 April 2025 Place : Pune
Reena Sharma
Principal of J.M. Public School, Cochin. Write a In response to your advertisement for Hockey Ajay Sharma Counsellor
formal letter expressing your inability to accept Coach, I hold a B.P.Ed and four years’ school‑level (Signature)
the invitation. coaching experience. Skilled in defensive tactics

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6. Attempt ANY ONE of the two, (A) or (B) in You may organize your report by following – While greedy good-doers, beneficent beasts of When the poet says “It is in the news,” he hints
120–150 words: 1×5=5 Who – What – When – Why – How prey, that some authority has already decided the


Ans : Swarm over their lives enforcing benefits villagers’ fate and publicised it. The information
(A) Write an article on the commercialisation
of festivals, analyzing the reasons for Mango Mania Sweeps the Farmer’s Market That are calculated to soothe them out of reaches them through newspapers or officials, not
commercialisation and its impact on the younger By Suraj, Reporter, The Times of India their wits, by their own choice, showing top‑down power.
generation. You may use some of the given cues Pune, 18 April 2025 And by teaching them how to sleep they sleep Hence option (B) fits: an important government
along with your own ideas. You are Vinita Yadav The Pune District Horticulture Board, in all day decision has been taken.
of XII B. collaboration with the local Kisan Cooperative, Destroy their sleeping at night the ancient ii. (A) Both the Assertion and the Reason are true
hosted the annual Mango Festival, drawing more way. and the Reason is the correct explanation.
• Impact of globalization on celebration of than 5,000 visitors and 120 growers from across (A Roadside Stand) The poem accuses leaders of exploiting trusting
festivals. Maharashtra. villagers. The poor believe rosy promises, so they
• Sanctity & essence of festivals. i. The expression ‘It is in the news’ suggests are easily “bought out” and controlled. Their
A vibrant showcase of 40‑plus mango
• Role of Media in commercializing festivals. (A) it is good news for the roadside stand owners. blind faith (Reason) directly explains why the
varieties—including Alphonso, Kesar, Langra and
• Suggest ways in which individuals and (B) an important decision has been taken by the powerful can exploit them (Assertion). Thus
the rare Ratna—filled the air with sweet aroma.
communities can work together to preserve government. both statements are true and the reason correctly
Highlights featured a mango‑eating contest,
tradition and culture in the celebration of (C) the roadside stand owners have protested explains the assertion.
live pulp‑extraction demos, a recipe corner
festivals. against the government. iii. lulling the villagers into a dazed state so they stop
run by culinary students, and an exhibition of
(D) that the news was not there in the newspaper. questioning or resisting.
value‑added products such as pickles, jams and


Ans : iv. The line sounds like a favour, yet it really mocks
artisanal aam‑papad. ii. Read the Assertion and the Reason below, with
Commercialisation of Festivals The two‑day celebration ran from 16–17 April, reference to the given extract. the plan—depriving villagers of the freedom to
By Vinita Yadav, XII B 2025 at the Kothrud Farmer’s Market arena, open Assertion : The poet complains that the rural think for themselves.
Globalisation has transformed traditional festivals 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. people are exploited by the people in power. v. criticize
into global shopping carnivals. Multinational Organisers aimed to boost farmer incomes Reason : The rural people reposed blind faith in vi. sarcastic and bitterly critical as he condemns the
brands, aided by round‑the‑clock media coverage before the peak harvest season, promote the false promises of the people in power. exploitation and false promises made to the poor.
and targeted social‑media influencers, push lesser‑known cultivars, and encourage consumers Choose the correct option regarding their
“festive‑exclusive” goods that drown out rituals

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to “buy local, buy fresh.” relationship:
and reflection. As discounts eclipse devotion, (B) If we were not so single-minded
Interactive workshops on grafting and organic (A) Both the Assertion and the Reason are true
young people begin to equate celebration with about keeping our lives moving,
pest control equipped 300 growers with new and the Reason is the correct explanation.
consumption, judging the “success” of Diwali and for once could do nothing,
techniques, while a “Mango for Health” talk by (B) Both the Assertion and the Reason are true,
or Christmas by the size of gift‑hauls and perhaps a huge silence
dietitians underlined the fruit’s nutritional value but the Reason is not the correct explanation
selfie‑worthy décor. The sanctity that once bound might interrupt this sadness
for over 400 attendees. Retail stalls reported a of the Assertion.
families, honoured deities and reaffirmed cultural of never understanding ourselves with death.
30 percent spike in weekend sales, injecting (C) The Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.
identity is diluted into a marketing hashtag. Perhaps the Earth can teach us
much‑needed cash into village economies. (D) The Assertion is false, but the Reason is true.
Media houses, seeking advertising revenue, as when everything seems dead
Local schools brought students for taste‑testing
schedule countdown shows, flash sales and iii. Complete the following suitably: and later proves to be alive.
sessions, instilling pride in regional produce.
celebrity‑endorsed “must‑buy” lists, further In the line “that are calculated to soothe them Now I’ll count up to twelve
Overall, the festival blended commerce, culture
normalising this consumer mindset. To reclaim out of their wits”, the phrase “soothe them out of And you keep quiet and I will go.
and education—reinforcing community ties and
authenticity, schools can organise heritage clubs, their wits” refers to _____. (Keeping Quiet)
cementing Pune’s reputation as a mango lover’s
neighbourhoods can host no‑sale community haven. iv. Bring out the irony in the expression “they won’t i. Complete the following suitably:
feasts, and families might set spending caps, The poet uses the expression “single-minded” to
have to think for themselves.”
donating the surplus to social causes. Promoting refer to _____.
folklore, sustainable crafts and shared rituals over SECTION – C (LITERATURE) 40 v. Select the correct option from those given in
shopping can help the next generation celebrate brackets to fill in the blank: ii. Why does the poet refer to silence as a welcoming
with meaning rather than merchandise. 7. Read the following extracts and answer the The poet uses the expression “greedy good-doers” interruption?
questions for ANY ONE of the given two (A) or to _____ (criticize / appreciate) the intention


O (B): 1×6=6 of the powerful people. iii. Read the Assertion and the Reason below, with
(B) You are Suraj, reporter of The Times of India. You (A) It is in the news that all these pitiful kin reference to the given extract.
are sent to cover the Mango Festival organized at Are to be bought out and mercifully gathered vi. Complete the following suitably: Assertion : The poet personifies Earth as a
the farmer’s market. in The tone of the poet in the above extract is teacher.
Write a comprehensive report detailing the To live in villages, next to the theatre and _____. Reason : We learn from the Earth that pausing
activities at the festival. Include descriptions the store.

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of the events, participation details, the overall Where they won’t have to think for themselves i. (B) an important decision has been taken by the Choose the correct option regarding their
impact of these activities on the local community. anymore, government. relationship:

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(A) Both the Assertion and the Reason are true, 8. Read the following extracts and answer the

O A strict hierarchy was maintained in the make-
and the Reason is the correct explanation of questions for ANY ONE of the given two (A) or (B) Mr. Lamb : When I go down the streets, the kids up department. The chief make-up man made the
the Assertion. (B): 1×4=4 shout ‘Lamey Lamb’. But they will come into the chief actors and actresses ugly, his senior assistant
(B) Both the Assertion and the Reason are true, (A) When I heard this, I didn’t want to laugh any garden, into my house; it’s a game. They’re not ‘second’ hero and heroine, the junior assistant the
but the Reason is not the correct explanation more, and I felt terribly sad. How could they afraid of me. Why should they be? Because I’m main comedian and so forth. The players who
of the Assertion. believe that it was disgusting if one of us held not afraid of them, that’s why not. played the crowd were the responsibility of the
(C) The Assertion is true, but the Reason is false. that package in his hands, even though the Vadai Derry : Did you get your leg blown off in the war? office boy. (Even the make-up department of the
(D) The Assertion is false, but the Reason is true. had been wrapped first in a banana leaf, and then Mr. Lamb: Certainly. Gemini Studio had an ‘office boy’)
Derry : How will you climb on a ladder and get On the days when there was crowd-shooting, you
iv. Complete the following suitably: parcelled in paper? I felt so provoked and angry
the crab apples down, then? could see him mixing his paint in a giant vessel
By the expression “keeping our lives moving” the that I wanted to touch those wretched Vadais
Mr. Lamb : Oh, there’s a lot of things I’ve learned to and slapping it on the crowd players. The idea
poet refers to _____. myself straight away. Why should we have to fetch
do and plenty of time for it. Years. I take it steady. was to close every pore on the surface of the face
and carry for these people. I wondered. Such an
(On the Face of It) in the process of applying make-up.
v. Choose the correct option: important elder of ours goes meekly to the shops (Poets and Pancakes)
The intention of the poet in the above extract is – to fetch snacks and hands over reverently, bowing i. Complete the following suitably:
(A) to make us aware of the importance of Earth. and shrinking, to this fellow who just sits there ‘Years. I take it steady’. — The above line speaks i. What does the writer mean by the phrase ‘indoor
(B) to criticize our single-mindedness. and stuffs them into his mouth. The thought of it of the speaker’s _____. shooting’ in the first line of the extract?
(C) to highlight the reason for our sadness. infuriated me.
ii. Derry, how will you climb on a ladder? What does ii. Pick up one sentence from the extract that reflects
(D) to highlight the importance of sustaining (Memories of Childhood)
Derry hint at in the above query? the sarcastic tone of the writer.
peace and silence.
i. ‘I felt terribly sad’. The reason for the speaker’s
iii. ‘When I go down the streets, the kids shout iii. The hierarchy in the make-up department puts
vi. What is the significance of the last line of the sadness is because it was an act of _____.
Lamey Lamb.’ the ‘office boy’ in the _____ (lowest/top) rung
extract “you keep quiet and I will go”?
ii. Choose the correct option: The attitude of the speaker expressed in the


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‘The thought of it infuriated me’ — with reference above line is:
i. our obsessive focus on constant work and progress.
to the above line, what do you think is the impact (A) his habit of finding fault. iv. Complete the following suitably:
ii. Silence offers a break from nonstop activity,
of the incident on the speaker? (B) he is timid and faint hearted. On the days when there was a ‘crowd-shooting’.
giving us time to reflect and ease the sadness born
(A) The speaker was sympathetic and helpless. (C) his acceptance of reality and positive attitude. By the phrase crowd-shooting, the author refers
of self‑ignorance.
(B) The speaker was angry and condemning. (D) his indifferent and careless attitude. to _____.
iii. (A) Both the Assertion and the Reason are true,
and the Reason is the correct explanation of the (C) The speaker was excited to see the incident.
iv. Fill in the blank suitably: v. Choose the correct option:
Assertion. (D) The speaker was very impressed and
Mr. Lamb’s handicap has not _____ his “...mix his paint in a giant vessel and slapping it
Neruda treats Earth like a teacher that shows life motivated.
attitude towards life. on the crowd players.”
returns after apparent death—dry seeds sprout iii. Complete the sentence suitably:

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after rest. This lesson proves pausing isn’t final; ‘I wanted to touch those wretched Vadais myself’ i. patience and resilience. the author reflects –
it brings renewal. Because the reason directly The above expression indicates the speaker’s ii. Derry is hinting at Mr. Lamb’s physical disability (A) author’s intention to degrade the office boy’s
explains the assertion, both are true and the _____. (his missing leg) and questioning how he manages role in the make-up department.
reason is the correct explanation. daily activities despite it. (B) the office boy’s lack of seriousness.
iv. the ceaseless hustle of earning, competing and iv. Select the correct option from those given in iii. (C) His acceptance of reality and positive attitude. (C) author’s sarcastic and humorous writing
producing. brackets, to fill in the blank : The speaker calmly mentions how children mock style.
v. (D) to highlight the importance of sustaining The incident made the speaker realize that the him by calling “Lamey Lamb,” but he does not (D) author’s dislike of the office boy.
peace and silence. discrimination was _____. (dehumanizing/ show anger or sadness. Instead, he accepts it as
The poet’s chief aim is to make readers value stillness. elevating) a part of life with a positive attitude. He is not vi. Choose the correct option:
By proposing a shared moment of quiet, he hopes

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to end conflict and sorrow. Options about ecology i. discrimination and untouchability. showcase?
learned to deal with reality happily.
or criticism are secondary; option (D) captures his ii. (B) The speaker was angry and condemning. “A strict hierarchy was maintained in the make-
iv. affected
focus on sustaining peace through silence. The phrase “The thought of it infuriated me” up department.”
vi. After counting to twelve, the poet withdraws, clearly shows that the speaker was filled with 9. Read the following extracts and answer the (A) The office boy took all the decisions in the
letting readers practise silence alone—showing anger. The incident had a strong emotional questions for ANY ONE of the given two (A) or make-up department.
guidance, then humble retreat, so the lesson impact, making the speaker upset and critical (B): 1×6=6 (B) A system of ranks according to importance of
becomes their own experience. about what happened. It shows disapproval, not (A) Those were the days of mainly indoor shooting, work was followed.
sympathy or excitement, so the correct tone is and only five percent of the film was shot (C) Everyone was given an equal share of work in
anger and condemnation. outdoors. I suppose the sets and studio lights the department.
iii. defiance and anger against discrimination. needed the girls and boys to be made to look (D) Nepotism was prevalent in the make-up
iv. dehumanizing. ugly in order to look presentable in the movie. department.

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Ans : i. Choose the correct option: v. It refers to the loss of Alsace and Lorraine to the v. ‘What I want should not be confused.’
i. The phrase “indoor shooting” refers to film What is the tone of the speaker in the expression Prussians, symbolizing the end of French rule in What clarification does Pablo Neruda give to his
shooting that takes place inside a studio, using “I hardly knew how to write … how sorry I was the region and the imposition of German control. readers? (Keeping Quiet)
artificial lighting and sets, rather than outdoor for not learning my lessons”? vi. Hamel’s ruler symbolizes his strict and disciplined

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locations. (A) confused teaching style, as well as his deep commitment Pablo Neruda clarifies that his message is not
ii. Sentence that reflects the sarcastic tone of the (B) regretful and affection for his language and students. about complete inactivity or laziness. He wants
writer is as follows: (C) surprised people to pause and reflect, not stop living. His
“I suppose the sets and studio lights needed the (D) happy 10. Answer ANY FIVE of the following six questions idea of keeping quiet means taking a moment to be
girls and boys to be made to look ugly in order to in 40–50 words each: 5 × 2 = 10 still and thoughtful, helping us better understand
look presentable in the movie.” ii. Choose the correct option: ourselves and live in peace with others.
i. “One of these days you’re going to talk yourself
The speaker refers to “seeking birds’ egg” and
iii. lowest into a load of trouble;” her father said aggressively.
“sliding on the Saar” as vi. “But the game he is watching so intently is out of
iv. the shooting of scenes involving a large number of What do you learn about Sophie’s father from
(A) part of his routine his reach.”
junior artists or extras. these lines? (Going Places)
(B) his daily routine What are the factors that have made their game
v. (C) Author’s sarcastic and humorous writing

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(C) source of distraction from learning inaccessible to Saheb? (Lost Spring)
style. From these lines, we learn that Sophie’s father is
(D) fun time with friends

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The words “paint” and “slapping” are a strict and practical man. He doesn’t believe in
The game is out of Saheb’s reach because of
exaggerations used for comic effect. They don’t iii. What is reflected through the shift in the speaker’s daydreams and warns Sophie to be careful with
poverty and lack of opportunity. He cannot afford
literally describe the process but reflect the perception of his books through his expression her imagination. His aggressive tone shows he
proper equipment or join a club. His life is limited
author’s light-hearted and humorous way of of calling them his “old friends” rather than is worried she might get into trouble for saying
to rag-picking and survival, leaving no room for
describing the office boy’s actions. The tone is considering them as “nuisance”? things that aren’t true or possible.
dreams or hobbies. Social and economic inequality
playful and sarcastic, not insulting or angry,
ii. “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” Explain with keeps such joys away from children like him.
which makes option (C) the correct choice. iv. Select the correct option from those given in
vi. (B) A system of ranks according to the importance brackets to fill in the blank: reference to the poem. (A Thing of Beauty)
11. Answer ANY TWO of the following three
of work was followed. “It was because they were sorry too…”

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questions in 40–50 words each: 2×2=4
The phrase “strict hierarchy” means that the They were sorry for _____ (not following the The line means that beautiful things give us joy
government order/not learning their language) that lasts forever. Their beauty never fades and i. What is so ironical about Sam reaching the third
make-up department was organized by levels of
continues to bring comfort, peace, and happiness level?
authority or importance. Higher-ranked artists
v. What is inferred from the expression “the country even during tough times. In the poem, the poet

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handled lead actors, while lower-ranked workers
that was theirs no more”? suggests that nature and beautiful moments lift The irony about Sam reaching the third level is
like the office boy dealt with crowd extras. This
our spirits and remove sadness from our lives. that he never believed it existed. He used to say
clearly shows a rank-based system, making option vi. What does M. Hamel’s ruler reflect about his it was just Charlie’s imagination. But later, he
(B) the correct answer. image? iii. How did Franz plan to turn the commotion in the himself disappears and is found to be living in the


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(B) My Last French Lesson! Why, I hardly knew
The speaker expresses sadness about not learning Franz planned to use the noise and confusion in
how to write! I should never learn any more! I
earlier and feeling sorry for it. The phrase “I the classroom as a chance to slip into his seat ii. What image of the Tiger King is revealed in the
must stop there, then! Oh, how sorry I was for
hardly knew how to write” shows his realization quietly without being noticed. He was late and diamond ring episode?
not learning my lessons, for seeking birds’ eggs
of what he missed. This clearly reflects regret over afraid of being scolded by M. Hamel, so he hoped

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or going sliding on the Saar! My books, that had
wasted time and lost opportunities, making the the commotion would distract the teacher and The diamond ring episode shows the Tiger King
seemed such a nuisance a while ago, so heavy to
tone regretful and option (B) the correct answer. save him from punishment. as clever, cunning, and willing to bribe to get
carry, my grammar, and my history of the saints,
ii. (C) Source of distraction from learning what he wants. To please the British officer’s wife
were old friends now that I couldn’t give up and iv. How do the expressions ‘polished traffic’ and a stand
The speaker mentions activities like “seeking and avoid trouble, he sends expensive gifts. It
M. Hamel, too; the idea that he was going away, that ‘pathetically pled’ depict the contrasting worlds
birds’ eggs” and “sliding on the Saar” while reveals that he uses wealth and flattery to protect
that I should never see him again, made me forget
recalling how he ignored his studies. These fun that co-exist in the poem ‘A Roadside Stand’? his pride and position, not true bravery.
all about his ruler and how cranky he was.

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activities distracted him from learning his lessons.
Poor man! It was in honour of this last lesson The expression “polished traffic” shows the iii. “In that short time, we’ve managed to create
that he had put on his fine Sunday clothes, and He regrets wasting time on such things instead
of studying, which makes option (C) the correct wealthy, fast-moving world of city people, while quite a rukus.” What does Tishani Doshi refer to
now I understood why the old men of the village by ‘rukus’ ?
choice. the “stand that pathetically pled” represents the
were sitting there in the back of the room. It was

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iii. The change in perception shows that the speaker poor villagers begging for attention and help.
because they were sorry, too, that they had not In the poem Journey to the End of the Earth,
has realized the importance of education and feels These lines highlight the contrast between the
gone to school more. It was their way of thanking
regret for not valuing his lessons sooner. rich, who ignore the poor, and the poor, who Tishani Doshi uses the term “ruckus” to describe
our master for his forty years of faithful service
iv. not learning their language struggle to survive and hope for support. the significant environmental damage humans
and of showing their respect for the country that
have caused in a relatively short time. This
was theirs no more.
includes issues like deforestation, pollution,
(The Last Lesson)

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and climate change. Despite our brief existence In A Thing of Beauty, Keats celebrates how impact of climate change. Meeting scientists and
on Earth, our actions have led to considerable beautiful elements of nature—trees, flowers, observing the delicate balance of nature made her
ecological disruption. rivers, and sunlight—bring joy, calmness, and realize that even small environmental changes can
comfort. Nature, for him, is a source of eternal have huge global effects.
12. Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions happiness that removes sadness and helps us stay The journey helped her see the urgency of
in 120–150 words: 1×5=5 hopeful. protecting Earth. It taught her that young people
(A) ‘Where there is a will, there is a way.’ The above Both poets beautifully highlight how nature must be aware and responsible, as they are the
saying aptly describes the character of Douglas heals, inspires, and strengthens the human spirit. future caretakers of the planet. The visit turned
from ‘Deep Water’ and Mukesh from ‘Lost her into a strong supporter of environmental
13. Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions preservation.
Spring’. Compare and contrast their characters
in terms of their courage, determination, and the in 120–150 words: 1×5=5
pursuit of their goals. (A) The element of dilemma, between humanity and

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The saying ‘Where there is a will, there is a way’ ‘The Enemy’. Support your answer with evidence
fits perfectly for both Douglas from Deep Water from the text.
and Mukesh from Lost Spring. Douglas, after a

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terrifying experience with water, does not let his Dr. Sadao’s character in The Enemy is deeply
fear control him. With great courage and strong shaped by the dilemma between his sense of
willpower, he takes training and slowly overcomes humanity and his duty to his country. As a
his fear of water. His determination helps him loyal Japanese citizen during wartime, he knows
regain confidence and live freely. that helping an enemy American soldier is
Similarly, Mukesh, a poor boy born in a considered a betrayal. However, as a doctor and a
family of bangle-makers, dreams of becoming a compassionate human being, he cannot ignore the
motor mechanic. Despite poverty, child labour, wounded man’s need for help.
and social pressure, he dares to think differently. Despite the risk to his own life and reputation,
He is determined to break free from the traditional Dr. Sadao chooses to save the enemy soldier. He
occupation and work in a garage. performs surgery, cares for him, and hides him
Both characters show great strength in in his home—even though this could have led to
chasing their dreams. While Douglas fights a punishment or death. His inner conflict is strong,
personal fear, Mukesh fights social and economic but his human values win over his patriotic duty.
barriers. Their stories show that with courage and In the end, Dr. Sadao secretly helps the
determination, even the toughest challenges can soldier escape, resolving his moral dilemma. His
be overcome. actions show that true humanity can rise above
blind nationalism, making his character morally


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(B) Kamala Das in ‘Keeping Quiet’ and Keats in ‘A
Thing of Beauty’ depict nature as a source of

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inspiration and strength to man. Analyse both (B) How did Tishani Doshi’s visit to Antarctica as
the poems in terms of the above perspective. part of the Students on Ice Programme make her


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In both Keeping Quiet by Pablo Neruda (not (Journey to the End of the Earth)
Kamala Das) and A Thing of Beauty by John

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Keats, nature is shown as a powerful source of Tishani Doshi’s visit to Antarctica through
inspiration, peace, and strength for humans. the Students on Ice programme gave her a life-
In Keeping Quiet, the poet urges people to changing experience. Being in Antarctica, far
pause, stay silent, and reflect. He believes that away from cities and pollution, she saw the planet
this stillness, like the calmness found in nature, in its purest form. The icy landscape, untouched
can help us understand ourselves better and bring by humans, made her realize how beautiful and
peace. He uses the image of Earth, which appears fragile Earth truly is.
still during winters but later blossoms, to show She understood how human activities, even
how nature teaches us that rest is not the end but in distant places, are affecting the entire planet.
a chance to grow. Global warming, melting glaciers, and disturbed
ecosystems in Antarctica showed her the real

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CHAPTER 1
12. Correct all mistakes in spelling, grammar, and share information more freely. Display
punctuation, etc. attentiveness by keeping good eye contact and
13. If you are required to give a heading to listening actively.
the passage, keep in mind that the heading 7. If you happen to be shy and need time to warm

Factual, Descriptive and Literary Passages should be very suitable, short and crisp. It
should refer to the central character, theme
up before you share your own views, you can
ask open-ended questions or encourage the other
or incident of the passage. If some idiom or person to elaborate on their insights. This kick-
proverb sums up the theme of the passage, it starts the conversation and before you know it
can also be used as a heading. you are engaged in a good conversational flow.
8. To start a conversation, go up to someone and
1. introduction and analytical. Informational passages provide
introduce yourself. It is both polite and necessary
facts and data about a topic. Analytical passages 4. Some important examples to start off things smoothly.
Comprehension means the mind’s capability to go one step further and analyze or interpret the
grasp the meaning of a given passage. Thus, it information. 9. When the occasion calls for it, you can offer a
involves a thorough understanding of a passage.

Passage 1 handshake and then smile and make eye contact.
Comprehension questions are meant to test the Being friendly puts the other person at ease
1. The art of conversation, like any art, is a skill of
understanding and intellectual skills of a student. 3. Points to remember elegance, nuance and creative execution. I happen
and opens the door for him or her to introduce
In the Class XII examination, one passage themselves.
Students are advised to keep the following to believe that there is an art to everything we
carrying a total of 12 marks is asked from this 10. The art of conversation, like any skill, takes
suggestions in mind in order to be able to do, and why not? Without flair and panache
chapter. The passage may be factual, descriptive practice. Period. Do not expect to be adept after
understand a given passage and to answer the most things become a drudgery. Why settle for
or literary. your first few attempts. It will take practice as well
related questions in a clear and effective manner: drudgery when you can have art?
as exposure to many different social situations.
1. Read the given passage slowly and carefully. 2. When it comes to the art of conversation, we’ve
2. Types of Passage 2. Try to understand the gist of the passage or all met people who seem to have the knack for Answer the following questions, based on the passage
what it is about. it. They can talk to anybody about anything above.
The types of passage given is designed to test the
3. Read the passage once again if you have not and they seem to do it with complete ease. And
reading skills of students in exams. One passage i. Select the option that classifies the narrator’s idea
grasped its meaning fully at the first reading. while it’s true that there are those who are born
on any of the following kinds is asked in the of not being settled to drudgery.
with the gift of the gab, luckily for the rest of
examination: 4. Don’t get unduly upset if you don’t know (a) Conversation is a form of art.
us, conversation skills can be developed and
the meanings of some difficult words in the mastered. (b) Without flair and panache most things
Factual Passage passage. By applying a little thought, you can
Factual passages convey information in a straight 3. Conversation is a form of communication; become drudgery.
guess the meaning of such words in relation
forward and direct manner about a particular however, it is usually more spontaneous and less (c) Art overcomes drudgery.
to the sense in which they have been used in
subject. Usually, the language and style are formal. We enter into conversations for purposes (d) Whatever we do is drudgery.
a particular sentence or context.
simple and clear. Factual passages may give of pleasant engagement in order to meet new
5. After you have grasped the passage, read the people, to find out information and to enjoy social ii. Which quality is not essential to the art of
instructions or descriptions or report of an event
questions given below it, one by one. interactions. As far as types of conversation, they conversation?
or a new finding. These passages are taken from
Newspapers and magazines or Brochures or 6. Underline those pars of the passage which vary anywhere from intellectual conversations (a) Paying attention to the answers.
Reference books or Encyclopedias. give the key or due to your answers. and information exchanges to friendly debates (b) Asking fitting questions.
7. When the answers to all the given questions and witty banter.
(c) Ability to listen attentively.
Descriptive Passage are clear to you, pen them down in your 4. While there is more to having good conversation
Descriptive passages provide detail about people, (d) Writing
answer-book. skills than being a comedian, a dramatic actor, or
places, things, or events. They are used to help 8. As far as possible, use your own words. Don’t a great story teller, it is not necessary to become iii. Share evidence from the text, in about 40 words
the reader see, feel, and experience what is being copy the language of the passage. more gregarious, animated, or outgoing. to support the view that the narrator’s writing
described. Descriptive passages may give Opinions style is descriptive in nature.
9. Your answers should be brief clear and to 5. Instead, you can develop the ability to listen
or Persuasive text or Argumentative text or
the point. Often it is possible to give a good attentively, ask fitting questions, and pay
Interpretative text. These passages are taken from iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with its
answer using only a single word or phrase, attention to the answers-all qualities essential to
News papers and magazines or Reference books. description.
and it is not necessary to write in complete the art of conversation. With diligent practice and
Shy people may start open-ended questions or
sentences. several good pointers, anyone can improve his or
Literary Passage encourage the other person _____.
10. Your language should be simple but correct. her conversation skills.
Literary passages are used to explain something
or provide information. They are often found in 11. Revise your answers, and examine them 6. People who are genuinely interested in others v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to
textbooks, history books, or biographies. They can carefully to see that they are clear and are usually interesting themselves. Why? ‘witty’.
also be found in fiction texts. Literary passages complete. If an answer is too long, you must Because they are more open to learning about (a) dull (b) humorous
can be divided into two categories: informational compress it by omitting unnecessary details. and understanding new things. Showing interest (c) boring (d) scratchy
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vi. Explain the reason, in about 40 words, showing purpose of pleasant engagement in order to meet to places which are perilous and hard to access as (b) A holy expedition
interest in others leads to interesting conversation. new people, to find out information and to enjoy we so often see is the case. (c) A trip
social interactions. The types of conversation vary 6. But if such pilgrimages continually exist, what is (d) An expedition
vii. In the line “... with diligent practice and several anywhere from intellectual conversations and
good pointers, anyone can improve his or her then their unnecessary cause? You will certainly
information exchanges to friendly debates and admit that it is an image of this kind, and all vi. Explain, in about 40 words, why was the unveiling
conversational skills”. What does the word
witty banter. the writings in the world could not succeed in of painted images is unique?
‘diligent’ imply?
ix. (c) Both (1) and (2) representing the semblance and the power of such
vii. In the line, “... Therefore this deity takes pleasure
viii. “....conversations and information exchanges to a deity.
in the pictures and bestows grace and gifts of
friendly debates and witty banter.” What does 7. Therefore, it appears that this deity takes pleasure


Passage 2 salvation to those who meet together in such a
the author want to say? Answer in about 40 in the pictures and is pleased that it should be place.” What does the word ‘pleasure’ refer to?
words. 1. The arts which admit of exact reproduction are loved and revered, and takes a greater delight in
such that the disciple is on the same level as the being worshiped in that rather than in any other viii. What is the core idea that displays the most likely
ix. Read the five statements (1)–(5) given below. creator, and so it is with their fruits. These are semblance of itself. By this reason, it bestows reason for including the line, “It alone confers
(1) A good listener always listens to other person useful to the imitator, but are not of such high grace and gifts of salvation according to the belief honour on its author and remains precious and
attentively. excellence as those which cannot be transmitted as of those who meet together in such a place. unique and does not beget children equal to
(2) A person who is interested in others will an inheritance like other substances. Among these, itself.”? Answer in about 40 words.
Answer the following questions, based on the passage
always listen to others. painting is the first. Painting cannot be taught to
him on whom nature has not conferred the gift of above. ix. Read the five headlines (1) to (5) given below:
(3) Being a comedian or actor, a person needs to
receiving such knowledge, as mathematics can be i. Select the option that agrees with the information (1) Art is a passion.
be a good listener.
taught, of which the disciple receives as much as given in the passage. (2) Art is in blood.
(4) Showing interest in others also encourages the master gives him. (a) Painting and mathematics are at par, when it (3) Art cannot be inherited.
the other person to be relaxed and share
2. It cannot be copied, as letters can be, in which comes to learning.
information more freely. (4) Art can never be copied.
the copy equals the original. It cannot be (b) Painting can only be taught to one who is
(5) A person should speak politely. (5) Art is a chanting.
stamped, in the same way as sculpture, in which capable of receiving this knowledge.
Identify the option that displays the statements Identify the option that displays the headline/s
the impression is in proportion to the source (c) Painting cannot be taught except as a form of
that DOES/DO corresponds with the listening that correspond/s with the occurrences in the
as regards the quality of the work. It does not imitation.
ability of a person. passage.
generate countless children, as do printed books.
(a) Only (1) (b) Only (2) (d) Paintings cannot be transferred as an (a) Only (1)
(c) Both (1) and (2) (d) (3), (4) and (5) 3. It alone remains noble, it alone confers honour on inheritance.
its author and remains precious and unique, and (b) Only (2)


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does not beget children equal to itself. And it is ii. Which is the statement that shows the writer (c) Both (3) and (4)
i. (c) Art overcomes drudgery. more excellent by reason of this quality than by aimed to change the general outlook about (d) (1), (2) and (5)
ii. (d) Writing reason of those which are everywhere proclaimed. painting, correctly?

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Now do we not see the great monarchs of the East (a) It cannot be stamped in the same way as
iii. In the given paragraph, the narrator writes a i. (d) Paintings cannot be transferred as an
going about veiled and covered up from the fear of sculptures can in which the impression is in
text which says that every person has the art of inheritance.
diminishing their glory by the manifestation and proportion to the source.
conversation. It is an art and a skill of elegance. the divulgation of their presence? And do we not
Its purpose is to describe and reveal the art of (b) As sculptures are closest to painting and yet ii. (b) As sculptures are closest to painting and yet
see that the pictures which represent the divine there is a fundamental difference.
conversation in particular. deity are kept covered up with inestimable veils? there is a fundamental difference.
iv. to elaborate on their insights, which kick-starts (c) It cannot be copied as letters can be. iii. The writing style of the narrator is descriptive
4. Their unveiling is preceded by great sacred
the conversation. (d) It does not generate countless children in the in nature as he is describing thoughts on art and
solemnities with various chants and diverse music.
way printed books can. life. According to him, art is something which
v. (b) humorous When they are unveiled, the vast multitude
cannot be copied anyhow. It does not generate
of people who are there flocked together,
vi. This is because they are more open to learning iii. Share evidence from the text, in about 40 words countless children. It alone remains noble, it alone
immediately prostrate themselves and worship.
about and understanding new things. Showing to support the view that the writer’s writing style confers honour on its author and remains precious
They invoke those whom such pictures represent
interest also encourages the other person to be is descriptive in nature. and unique, and does not beget children equal to
that they may regain their lost holiness and win
relaxed and share information more freely display eternal salvation, just as if the deity were present itself.
iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with a
attentiveness by keeping good eye contact and in the flesh. iv. their lost holiness and win eternal salvation, just
characteristic or its description.
listening actively. They invoke those whom such pictures represent as if the deity were present in the flesh
5. This does not occur in any other art or work of
vii. It implies that with persistent, careful effort and man. If you say that is owing to the nature of the that they may regain _____. v. (b) A holy expedition
practice anyone can improve his or her conversational subject depicted, rather than to the genius of the
skills. painter, the answer is that the mind of man could v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to vi. The unveiling of painted images is unique because
satisfy itself equally well in this case, were the ‘pilgrimages’. it is preceded by great sacred solemnities with
viii. Conversation is usually more spontaneous and various chants and diverse music. When they are
man to remain in bed and not make pilgrimages (a) A journey
less formal. We enter into a conversation for some

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unveiled, the vast multitude of people who are and large situations alike, he took up rather than vi. Comment on the writer’s reference to the way in variations in meaning. We can turn a statement
there flocked together, immediately prostrate avoiding responsibility. which great people transform their lives. Answer into a question, state whether an action has taken
themselves and worship. They invoke those whom 4. People have always marvelled at the effortless in about 40 words. place or is soon to take place, and perform many
such pictures represent that they may regain their way in which Gandhi could accomplish the most vii. Describe the ‘universal law of nature’ mentioned other word tricks to convey subtle differences in
lost holiness and win eternal salvation. difficult tasks. He displayed a great deal of self- in the passage. Answer in about 40 words. meaning. Nor is this complexity inherent to the
mastery and discipline that was amazing. These English language. All languages, even those of so-
vii. The word ‘pleasure’ refers to ‘happiness’. viii. What did Gandhiji try to do after he was 25 years
things did not come easily to him. Years of called ‘primitive’ tribes have clever grammatical
viii. The core idea that displays the most likely reason old? components. The Cherokee pronoun system, for
practice and disciplined training went into making
for including the given line is to show painting his successes possible. Very few saw his struggles, example, can distinguish between ‘you and I,
ix. Pick the option that correctly lists the tone of the
as inborn talent and not inherited or passed to fears, doubts and anxieties or his inner efforts to ‘several other people and I’ and ‘you, another
writer with reference to the passage.
children. And it is more excellent by reason of overcome them. They saw the victory, but not the person and I. In English, all these meanings
1. Sympathetic are summed up in the one, crude pronoun ‘we.
this quality than by reason of those which are struggle.
everywhere proclaimed. 2. Encouraging Grammar is universal and plays a part in every
5. This is a common factor in the lives of all great language, no matter how widespread it is. So the
3. Wonder
ix. (c) Both (3) and (4) people: they exercised their freedoms and choices question which has baffled many linguists is - who
in small ways that made great impact on their lives 4. Regret
created grammar?
and their environment. Each of their small decisions 5. Matter of fact


Passage 3 and actions, added up to have a profound impact in Codes : 2. At first, it would appear that this question is
the long run. By understanding this principle, we (a) Only 3 (b) Only 4 impossible to answer. To find out how grammar
1. Many of us believe that ‘small’ means ‘insignificant’. is created, someone needs to be present at the
We believe that small actions and choices do not can move forward with confidence in the direction (c) Only 2 (d) 1 and 5
of our dreams. Often when our ‘ideal goal’ looks time of a language’s creation, documenting its
have much impact on our lives. We think that it

Ans : 2020 emergence. Many historical linguists are able to
is only the big things, the big actions and the big too far from us, we become easily discouraged,
i. (a) Experimentation trace modern complex languages back to earlier
decisions that really count. But when you look at disheartened and pessimistic. However, when we
choose to grow in small ways, taking small steps ii. (b) small actions and decisions are important in languages, but in order to answer the question
the lives of all great people, you will see that they of how complex languages are actually formed,
built their character through small decisions, small one at a time, performing it becomes easy. one’s life
the researcher needs to observe how languages are
choices and small actions that they performed every Answer the following questions, based on the passage iii. The one common thing that Gandhiji did in small started from scratch. Amazingly, however, this is
day. They transformed their lives through a step- above. and large things is that he took up responsibility possible.
by-step or day-by-day approach. They nurtured i. Gandhiji followed a process of growth. Which of rather than avoiding it.
and nourished their good habits and chipped away 3. Some of the most recent languages evolved due
the following is the third step in this process?
at their bad habits, one step at a time. It was their iv. ‘chipped away at their bad habits’ to the Atlantic slave trade. At that time, slaves
(a) Experimentation from a number of different ethnicities were forced
small day-to-day decisions that added up to make v. (d) Deliberately
a tremendous difference in the long run. Indeed, in (b) Learning from mistakes to work together under colonizer’s rule. Since
(c) Risking failure vi. Great people do the following things in order to they had no opportunity to learn each others’
matters of personal growth and character building,
transform their lives languages, they developed a make-shift language
there is no such thing as an overnight success. (d) Attempt to change
(a) They believe in performing every day. called a pidgin. Pidgins are strings of words copied
2. Growth always occurs through a sequential series from the language of the landowner. They have
ii. The main idea in the first paragraph is that (b) They build their character in small ways.
of stages. There is an organic process to growth. little in the way of grammar, and in many cases it
When we look at children growing up, we can (a) overnight success is possible for all of us (c) They approach life on a day-to-day basis.
is difficult for a listener to deduce when an event
see this process at work: the child first learns to (b) small actions and decisions are important in vii. The universal law of nature mentioned in the happened, and who did what to whom. Speakers
crawl, then to stand and walk and finally to run. one’s life passage refers to the organic process of growth. need to use circumlocution in order to make their
The same is true in the natural world. The soil (c) big things, big actions and big decisions make The soil must first be filled and then the seed meaning understood. Interestingly, however, all it
must first be tilled and then the seed must be a person great must be sowed. Next, it must be nurtured with takes for a pidgin to become a complex language
sowed. Next, it must be nurtured with enough is for a group of children to be exposed to it at the
(d) personal changes are not important enough water and sun light and only then will it
water and sunlight and only then will it grow, time when they learn their mother tongue. Slave
iii. What is the one common thing that Gandhiji did grow, bear fruit and finally ripen and be ready to
bear fruit and finally ripen and be ready to eat. children did not simply copy the strings of words
in small and large situations? Answer in about 40 eat.
3. Gandhi understood this organic process and used uttered by their elders, they adapted their words
words. viii. Gandhiji tried to change and reform himself, after
this universal law of nature to his benefit. Gandhi to create a new, expressive language. Complex
grew in small ways, in his day-to-day affairs. He iv. Complete the following sentence with reference to he was twenty five years-old.
grammar systems which emerge from pidgins are
did not wake up one day and find himself to be the extract. ix. (c) Only 2 termed creoles, and they are invented by children.
the ‘Mahatma’. In fact, there was nothing much in The phrase _____ in the first paragraph means
4. Further evidence of this can be seen in studying
his early life that showed signs of greatness. But ‘to steadily give up bad habits’.
from his mid-twenties onwards, he deliberately

Passage 4 sign languages for the deaf. Sign languages are
v. Select the option that conveys the opposite of not simply a series of gestures; they utilise the
and consistently attempted to change himself, ‘unintentionally’ from words used in paragraph 3. 1. No student of a foreign language needs to be
same grammatical machinery that is found in
reform himself and grow in some small way every told that grammar is complex. By changing word
(a) Organic (b) Consistently spoken languages. Moreover, there are many
day. Day-by-day, hour-by-hour, he risked failure, sequences and by adding a range of auxiliary verbs
(c) Risked (d) Deliberately different languages used worldwide. The creation
experimented and learnt from mistakes. In small and suffixes, we are able to communicate tiny

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of one such language was documented quite (a) they were basically pidgin vi. (d) Deduce the small mean eyes, the hideous trunk which coils
recently in Nicaragua. Previously, all deaf people (b) they incorporated the same grammatical vii. The narrator believes that the Atlantic slave itself snakishly round everything, the formless
were isolated from each other, but in 1979 a system found in spoken languages legs, the piggish back, with the steep slope down
trade was one way of spreading or integrating
new government introduced schools for the deaf. to the mean, bare tail, features so unlike any
(c) they were developed from the English different languages. The slaves from different
Although children were taught speech and lip other familiar and friendly beast.
language ethnicities who were forced to work together
reading in the classroom, playgrounds, they began 5. Before I came out from England, I dreamt of
to invent their own sign system, using the gestures (d) children developed it with lip reading system had no chance to use their known language so
they had to create/come up with a new way of howdahs and cloth-of-gold trappings, but my
that they used at home. It was basically a pidgin. elephant had neither. In fact there was nothing
v. What was the main disadvantage of the sign communicating among themselves.
Each child used the signs differently, and there grand about him but his ugliness. I dropped into
language used in the schools for deaf in 1979?
was no consistent grammar. However, children viii. Children have an innate grammatical machinery one of two baskets on either side of his back from
who joined the school later, when this inventive vi. Which word in para 3 have the same meaning as in their brains that comes to life when they are the porch, a young Malay lad dropped into the
sign system was already around, developed a quite “extrapolate”? first trying to make sense of the world around other and my bag was tied on behind with more
different sign language. Although it was based them. And it is this sense to create logical, ropes.
(a) Complex
on the signs of the older children, the younger complex structures that makes their minds work
children’s language was more fluid and compact, (b) Opportunity 6. My ride was not comfortable. One sits facing
even without the presence of any grammar for
and it utilised a large range of grammatical (c) Evolved forwards with the feet dangling over the edge of the
them to copy. basket. This edge soon produces a sharp ache or
devices to clarify meaning. What is more, all the (d) Deduce
children used the signs in the same way. A new ix. (c) only 3 cramp and, when one tries to get relief by leaning
creole was born. vii. “Some of the most recent languages evolved due back on anything, the awkward rolling position is
to the Atlantic slave trade:’ Justify this statement so painful that one reverts to the former position
5. Some linguists believe that many of the world’s

Passage 5 till it again becomes intolerable.
in about 40 words.
most established languages were creoles at first. 1. This is the largest Malay house on the peninsula.
The English past tense-ed ending may have 7. After we had travelled two hours, the baskets
viii. How do children play a role in the creation of a It is built of wood painted green and white, with
evolved from the verb ‘do’ It ended’ may once slipped down very dangerously and needed
language? Answer in about 40 words. bold floral designs on a white background around
have been ‘It end-did. Therefore it would appear adjustment. We were forced to dismount while the
ix. The pidgin language was created so that _____. some of the circular windows and a very large pack was adjusted. Then, while the elephant was
that even the most widespread languages were porch for followers to wait in, up a ladder of
partly created by children. Children appear 1. colonisers can speak to the slaves still sitting, the driver jumped on the elephant’s
course. back and giving me his hands hauled me up over
to have innate grammatical machinery in their 2. slaves can learn new languages
brains, which springs to life when they are first 2. Really the upper class of Malay houses show some the head, after which the creature rose gently
3. slaves with different languages could
trying to make sense of the world around them. very good work. The thatch of the steep roof is from the ground and we went on our journey.
communicate with one another beautifully put on and between the sides of finely
Their minds can serve to create logical, complex 8. Soon the driver abandoned the elephant for a
4. to improve existing language of the land woven checked matting interspersed with lattice
structures, even when there is no grammar present gossip and a smoke, leaving the animal to go its
for them to copy. owners work and bamboo work, the shady inner rooms own way for a mile or more. The elephant turned
5. slaves with different languages could not with their carved doorways and portières of red into the jungle, where he began to rend and tear
Answer the following questions, based on the passage silk, the pillows and cushions of gold embroidery
communicate with one another. the trees and going to a mud-hole, he drew what
above. laid over the exquisitely fine matting on the floors,
(a) only 1 water there was out of it and squirted it with
i. Why did the narrator say that it is impossible to the light from the half-shaded windows glancing a loud noise over himself and his riders, soaking
(b) 2 and 5 here and there as the breeze sways the screens,
say who created grammar? Answer in about 40 my clothes with it. When he turned back to the
words. (c) only 3 there is an indescribable appropriateness to the road again, he several times stopped and seemed
(d) 3 and 4 region. to stand on his head by stiffening his trunk and
ii. Complete the following sentence appropriately.


Ans : 2020 3. I waited for the elephant in a rambling empty leaning upon it and when I hit him with my
The language created by children of slaves with
house and Malays brought pierced coconuts, umbrella he uttered the loudest roar I ever heard.
complex grammar system is called _____. i. In the second paragraph, the narrator said that
buffalo milk and a great bouquet of lotus blossoms My Malay fellow-rider jumped off and ran’ back
it was impossible to say who created grammar
iii. All the following sentences about Nicaragua sign and seed-vessels, out of which they took the seeds for the driver, at which the baskets both came
because of the fact that someone had to be present
language are true EXCEPT : and presented them on the grand lotus leaf itself. down on my side of the elephant.
when the language was created. This will require
(a) The language incorporates signs which Each seed is in appearance and taste like a hazel- 9. On the driver’s return I had to dismount again
the individual to not only be present but also nut, but in the centre, in an oval slit, the future
children used at home. and this time the elephant was allowed to go and
document the creation process of the language. lotus plant is folded up, the one vivid green seed
(b) The language is based on speech and lip take a proper bath in a river. He threw large
ii. Creoles leaf being folded over a shoot and this is intensely quantities of clear water over himself and took up
reading.
bitter. plenty more with which to cool his sides as went
(c) The language has been created since 1979. iii. (c) The language has been created since 1979.
4. The elephant at last came up and was brought along. Thick as the wrinkled hide of an elephant
(d) The language was perfected by younger iv. (b) they incorporated the same grammatical
below the porch of the house. They are truly ugly is, a very small insect can still draw blood from it
children. system found in spoken languages
beasts, with their grey wrinkled, hairless hides, and so, like the water buffalo, he wisely plastered
iv. Sign language is not simply a series of gestures v. The signs were used differently, and there was no the huge ragged ‘flappers’ which cover their ears himself with mud from the river’s edge for
because consistent grammar. and with which they fan themselves ceaselessly, protection.

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Answer the following questions, based on the passage Codes: 3. Another area which needs the most urgent iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with a
above. (a) Only 1 (b) 1 and 2 attention is effective garbage disposal. People who characteristic or description.
are conscious about it follow rules and laws strictly. The internet is a _____ and a group on social
i. Select the option that explains the reason why the (c) Only 4 (d) 3 and 5
As a result, their neighbourhoods are clean and media of like-minded people can be formed.
light in the inner room kept changing?

Ans : 2018 beautiful. Similarly, each one of us can contribute v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to the
(a) Because of the movement inside the room i. (c) Because of the winds that were swaying the to a cleaner environment. All kitchen waste should word ‘succeeds’.
(b) Because of the changing direction of the sun screen be collected separately. Those of you who have
green fingers can turn this into valuable manure. (a) happy (b) lost
(c) Because of the winds that were swaying the ii. (b) The driver of the elephant did not want the (c) triumph (d) sad
Dig a pit and put the kitchen waste into it. When
screen elephant to run away. the pit is a little over half full, cover it up with vi. Explain in about 40 words, what procedure should
(d) Because the screens were being repaired iii. The author had previously regarded riding on an mud. Let nature do the rest. Within three or six one adopt for kitchen?
elephant as a luxurious means of travel because months, we will have a good garden manure. It can
ii. The writer would agree with the given statements vii. In the line, “...a lot of people don’t care about the
he dreamt of howdahs and cloth-of-gold trappings also be done as a community project by digging
based on paragraph eight, except. environment because they don’t understand the
on the elephant. a large pit in the colony. Do take help of all the
(a) The elephant did not like being hit. adverse effect that society has on it.” What does
members, for nothing succeeds like co-operation.
(b) The driver of the elephant did not want the iv. unfriendly nature of the elephant. the word ‘adverse’ mean here?
4. A lot of people don’t care about the environment
elephant to run away. v. (d) Sways viii. How does the following impact the reader?
because they don’t understand the adverse effect
(c) The speaker was not amused by the water ‘There is much talk about environmental
vi. The writer had an unpleasant experience riding that society has on it. It is important to convince
thrown by the elephant. protection, air pollution and saving our forests’.
the elephant contrary to his expectations. This people to care about the environment. The first
Answer in about 40 words.
(d) The driver of the elephant needed to rest. was so because it was not only uncomfortable but step would be to convince people to change by
the elephant also threw water all over them. providing simple alternative solutions and ways ix. Read the five options (1)–(5) given below.
iii. Share evidence from the text in about 40 words of doing things. The internet is a powerful tool (1) More paper-less cutting of trees
that the author had previously regarded riding on vii. The author describes the elephant’s act of putting and a group on social media of like-minded people
mud over his body as wise because the mud would (2) Ineffective garbage disposal
an elephant as a luxurious means of travel. can be formed. People can share environmental
save it from insect bites. stories and issues, as well as pool in solutions and (3) Internet– a powerless tool
iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with (4) Adopt a two-uses attitude
viii. The two ways in which the Malay houses are alternatives to educate one another. With the
an appropriate inference, with respect to the
appropriate for the region are current state that our planet is in, it is imperative (5) Make unpleasant surrounding
following.
that people actively care about the environment Identify the option that DOES/DO corresponds
The writer has described the features of the (a) Pillows and cushions laid on the floor are
and most importantly to act now. with the passage.
elephant in paragraph 4 in order to highlight the embroidered with gold.
_____. (b) The inner rooms have carved doorways with Answer the following questions, based on the passage (a) (1) and (2) (b) Only (4)
red silk curtains on them. above. (c) (3) and (4) (d) Only (5)
v. Select the option that means the same as ‘moves’,
ix. (a) Only 1 i. Select the option that classifies the reason for not

Ans : 2017
from the words used in Paragraph 2.
taking first step towards a good cause.
(a) Glancing (b) Matting i. (c) Because we feel that the task is too big and we
(a) Because we feel that we are not responsible cannot do anything alone.
(c) Interspersed (d) Sways

Passage 6 for that task.
1. Very often, we do not take the first step towards a ii. (b) Putting an article to a second use giving it a
vi. The writer did not enjoy the elephant ride. Based (b) Because we feel that nothing gets done
good cause because we say to ourselves, “The task longer lease of life.
on your reading of the passage, list the reasons, in anyhow.
not more than 40 words, for such an attitude. is so big. What can I do alone?” So nothing gets iii. The writer gives the description to make our
(c) Because we feel that the task is too big and
done. There is much talk about environmental surroundings more pleasant. Concern about
we cannot do anything alone.
vii. In the line “...so, like the water buffalo, he wisely protection, air pollution and saving our forests. Do abuse of paper is also there. The writer asks us
we really care? If we do, here are a few things we (d) Because we feel that it is not our work to
plastered himself with mud from the river’s edge not to destroy even a small piece of paper. He also
for protection” the author calls him wise. Explain. can do to make our surroundings more pleasant. fulfill the task.
discusses the place to be “Clean and Green”.
2. It is good to adopt a two-uses-attitude! By putting ii. What is the significance of two-uses attitude in iv. powerful tool
viii. List two ways in which the Malay houses are
an article to a second use, we are giving it a longer the given extract?
appropriated for the region. Answer in about 40 v. (c) triumph
lease of life and using up less raw material from (a) Putting less material from nature.
words.
nature. One of the worst things we do is the abuse vi. All the kitchen wastes should be collected
ix. What was the author’s expectations regarding the (b) Putting an article to a second use giving it a
of paper. The clean sides of envelopes can be used separately. Those who have green fingers can turn
elephant ride? longer lease of life.
to write small notes, lists and reminders around the kitchen waste into manure. They can dig a pit
(1) Exciting the house. The more paper we use, the more trees (c) Putting an article to a second person. and put kitchen waste into it. Then when it is half
(2) Doubtful will have to be cut down. For the same reason, we (d) Putting the task apart itself. full, put some mud over it and let nature do the
(3) Scornful should avoid the use of paper napkins or paper rest.
plates. Cloth napkins are just as good, for they can iii. Share evidence from the text, in about 40 words,
(4) Prejudiced to support the view that the writer’s writing style vii. unfavourable
be washed and used over and over again.
(5) tentative is descriptive in nature.

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viii. The given line creates a sense of irresponsibility degree courses hold their own admission tests. (a) Looking Teachers do not like to be compelled to look at
towards nature. Nobody cares about nature by Obviously, Higher Secondary School results are (b) Mechanisms textbooks they are not familiar with. Those who
heart. If we do, here are a few things we can do to not taken to be a reliable index of the quality of a revel in seeing students score 90% are reluctant of
(c) Incursion
make our surroundings more pleasant. student’s learning capability or potential. ushering in something that may stop the rush of
(d) Pittance
ix. (b) Only (4) 5. The numbers seem to be growing every year. The such scores.
standards applied by Higher Secondary Boards vi. Why do leading undergraduate colleges hold their viii. The writer of the passage feels frustrated and
like CBSE seem to have been diluted to the point own admission tests? Answer in about 40 words. disillusioned with the education system of India.


Passage 7 that leaves a big gap between what students learn
at school and what they have to face on entering vii. Based on the information given in the last ix. (a) Only (1)
1. Given the standing of some of its institutions
of higher learning, the IITs and IIMs, India is institutions of higher learning. paragraph, why do you think that teachers are
opposing the introduction of new textbooks?
a potential knowledge power. Realising the 6. In an attempt to remedy the situation, NCERT

Passage 8
potential, however, is not going to be easy. Answer in about 40 words.
had recently commissioned experts to rewrite 1. From the moment a baby first opens its eyes, it is
The impressive strides made by Sarva Shiksha textbooks on economics. Though not entirely viii. State the feelings of the writer with reference to learning. Sight and sensation spark off a learning
Abhiyan (SSA) notwithstanding, universal access free from blemishes, these new texts should go the topic concerned in the passage. process which will determine in large measure,
to quality school education- a minimum necessary some way in helping beginners get acquainted the sort of person it will become. Language
condition for any progress towards making India with the basic concepts in the subject and their ix. The writer would not agree with the following stands head and shoulders over all other tools
a knowledge society’, as the 2006 report of the applications. statements based on Paragraph 4 EXCEPT as an instrument of learning. It is the language
National Knowledge Commission (NKC) puts it- (1) a large number of students score more than
7. Not surprisingly, their introduction is facing that gives man his lead in intelligence over all the
remains a distant goal. 90% in their higher secondary school exams.
roadblocks. Teachers do not like to be compelled other creatures. No other creature can assemble
2. There is as yet no legislation at the national level to look at textbooks they are not familiar with. (2) the cut-off point for admission to top colleges a list of ideas, consider them, draw conclusions
to affirm the right to education, a fundamental Those who revel in seeing students score 90% are is above 85%. and then explain his reasoning. Man can do
right under the Constitution. The number of reluctant of ushering in something that may stop all this because he possesses language. And if
(3) admissions to IITs are based only on CBSE
school buildings for elementary and secondary the rush of such scores. thought depends on language, the quality of an
or state board results.
education falls far short of requirements and individual’s thought will depend on that person’s
so does the number of qualified teachers. The Answer the following questions, based on the passage (4) higher secondary school exam results are language-rudimentary or sophisticated, precise or
pressure on government budgets, which forces above. taken to be a reliable index of the quality of a approximate, stereotyped or original.
governments to hire teachers on contract paying a i. Complete the sentence by choosing an appropriate student’s learning capabilities.
2. Very young babies are soothed by human voice
pittance of a salary, is playing havoc with quality. option. (5) a large number of students score less than uttering comforting words close to them. This
While the incursion of the private sector in the Governments have to hire teachers on contract 90% in their higher secondary school exams. essentially-emotional response provides early
field is providing some competition, mechanisms basis due to _____. (a) Only (1) evidence that feeling is an important component of
to enforce the required standards are lacking. (a) the guidelines issued by the Central (b) Only (2) language learning. Children learn to use language
3. Not that there are no national standards or Government in interaction with other human beings and this
(c) (1) and (3)
standards-enforcing agencies. We have the (b) abundance of teachers in an area learning proceeds best against a background
National Council for Educational Research and (d) (1), (4) and (5)
(c) the non-availability of regular teachers of affectionate feedback from the person who
Training (NCERT) to bring out textbooks in

Ans : 2017 is closest to them. This is seen to perfection in
various subjects for school education. The Central (d) the pressure on government budgets
i. (d) the pressure on government budgets the interaction between parent and a baby: eyes
Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducts ii. What is the tone of writer when he remarks “India locked together, the adult almost physically
examinations for schools affiliated to it across ii. (c) Sarcastic drawing ‘verbal’ response from the baby, both
is on the brink of a knowledge revolution?”
the country. The states too have their school iii. India is referred as a potential knowledge power engulfed by that unique experience of intimate
boards to conduct exams and enforce minimum (a) Imaginative
due to the excellent rankings of its institutions of and joyful connecting, which sets the pattern of
standards. How even the standards vary widely. (b) Optimistic the relationship between two people.
higher leanings like the IITs and IIMs. Realising
In their anxiety to show spectacular performance, (c) Sarcastic the potential, however is not going to be easy. 3. Thus, long before they can speak, children are
some states are overly lenient-in marking answer (d) Presumptuous
iv. shortage of well-qualified teachers. involved in a two-way process of communication,
papers.
which is steadily building a foundation on
4. Questions arise even over the standards applied iii. List the reason in about 40 words, as why India is v. (d) Pittance which their later use of language will be based.
by CBSE. Going by the number of students referred as a potential knowledge power.
vi. The leading undergraduate colleges offering Constantly surrounded by language, they are
securing 90% or more in their higher secondary iv. Complete the given sentence with an appropriate non-professional degree courses hold their own unconsciously building structures in their minds
exam, it would appear India is on the brink of inferences with respect to the following. admission tests because they distrust the school into which their speech and reading will later fit
a knowledge revolution. The numbers are so The main factor that has affected the quality of results. Higher secondary results are not taken grammatical constructions, tense sequences and
large that the cut-off point for admission to top education is _____. to be reliable index of the quality of a student’s so on. The forms of these structures will depend
colleges is now above 90%. However, admissions on the amount and complexity of speech they
learning capability or potential.
to IITs and medical colleges are not based only v. Select the option that conveys the opposite of hear. Fortunate are those children who listen to
on CBSE or State Board Exam results. Leading ‘plenty’ from words used in Paragraph 2. vii. Teachers are opposing the introduction of the new articulate adults, expressing ideas and defending
undergraduate colleges offering non-professional textbooks as they are not familiar with them.

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opinions. They will know, long before they can which is subtle, resourceful, exhilarating and 4. Communication - A two way process. and consumed around the world. Peanuts started
contribute themselves and understand, that harmonious; languages that provide the human 5. Walk faster - show some hustle. to be produced in large quantities in the 1900s
relationships are forged through this process of ear (and understanding) with a pointed and due to the growing popularity of peanut butter,
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2, 3 and 4
speaking and listening; that warmth and humour precise pleasure, the searing illuminating impact peanut candies and other peanut products.
have a place in the process, as have all other of good and true words. (c) Only 3 (d) 2, 3 and 5
3. Although peanuts come in many varieties, four
human emotions. Answer the following questions, based on the passage

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main types can be found in the United States:
4. Using books is the most important means of above. i. (b) Their language Virginia Peanuts, Runner Peanuts, Spanish
ensuring a child’s adequate language development. Peanuts and Valencia Peanuts. Peanuts are a
i. What makes a man superior over all the other ii. (d) Using books
None of us can endlessly initiate and maintain wonderful food, rich in nutrients and flavour.
creatures?
speech with very small children; we run out of iii. Language is a great measure to give a lead to The combination of fibre and protein in peanuts
ideas or just get plain sick of it. Their lives are (a) Their body-language human beings in intelligence over all the other satiates hunger. Thus, eating peanuts helps
confined to a limited circle and they do not have (b) Their language creatures. No other creature can combine a list of manage weight and provides the key nutrients
enough experience to provide raw material for (c) Their way of observing things ideas, consider then, draw conclusions and then that are important to diets. Peanuts are also
constant verbal interaction. (d) Their skills explain his reasoning. Because man possess this natural energy boosters that contain healthy
5. Parents and children who share books share the language, this is possible. fats, proteins and antioxidants. Research shows
same frame of reference. Incidents in everyday life ii. What are the most important means of ensuring that eating peanuts can decrease your risk of
iv. they will run out of ideas and get sick of it.
constantly remind one or the other of a situation, a child’s adequate language development? heart disease, diabetes and other chronic health
(a) Two-way process of communication v. (d) All of these conditions. Peanut butter is also full of the good
a character, an action, from a jointly enjoyed
book, with all the generation of warmth and well- vi. Children develop language by observing. kind of fat also known as mono-unsaturated fat
(b) Providing raw material for constant verbal
being that is attendant upon such sharing. All Children are involved in a two-way process of that is heart-healthy and prevents belly fat that
interaction
too often, there is a breakdown of communication people get from carbohydrates or saturated fat.
(c) Maintaining speech communication, long before they can speak. They
between parents and children when the problems unconsciously build structures in their minds 4. For centuries, peanuts have been used in many
of adolescence arise. In most cases, this is most (d) Using books culinary applications, including Chinese, African
later in this structure they will fit grammatical
acute when the give-and-take of shared opinions iii. How can language distinguish between human constructions, tense sequences, etc. They majorly and Western cooking-in stews, sauces, mixed
and ideas have not been constantly practised beings and others? Answer in about 40 words. develop their language skills by learning from the dishes, boiled or even plain-nourishing various
throughout childhood. Books can play a major adults around them. populations with an enjoyable flavour. The great
role in the establishment of this verbal give-and- iv. Complete the sentence appropriately. advantages of using peanuts in the kitchen are
take because they are rooted in language. vii. Environment their availability and affordability. Peanut oil
The parents can’t rely only on constant verbal
6. Young children’s understanding greatly outruns interactions because _____. viii. Parents and children who share books share the is also becoming a popular option for cooking
their capacity for expression as their speech same frame of reference. Books also open new because of its healthy fats and high cooking
strains to encompass their awareness, to represent v. What are the advantages of books mentioned in points of view, apart from and along with their temperature.
reality as they see it. Shades of meaning which the above passage? own as they unconsciously put themselves in 5. Pureed peanut is also great to infuse nutty
may be quite unavailable to the child of limited (a) It enables children to see things from other’s situations and other people’s places and think, if goodness into a variety of dishes such as soups,
verbal experience are startlingly talked to toddler. point of view. that could happen to him, it could happen to me? sauces, bread mixes, salsa recipes, salad dressings
All the wonderful modifying words-later, nearly, (b) It creates self awareness in children. Books also help children to experience language and pasta dishes. For those who like hummus,
tomorrow, almost, wait, half, lend, etc. begin to (c) Expose children to a wide range of vocabulary. that is subtle, resourceful and harmonious. pureed peanuts and chickpeas are a great
steer the child away from the simple extremes combination. On the sweet side, peanuts are
(d) All of these ix. (c) Only 3
of “Yes” and “No” towards the adult world of commonly used for ice cream, brownie mix or
compromise from the child’s black and white world vi. How do children develop language? Answer in cake batter. Peanut flour is an asset for pastry
to the subtle shades and tints of the real world. about 40 words.

Passage 9 chefs because of its ability to act as a fat binder
The range of imaginative experience opened up 1. Convenient, inexpensive, nutritious, good for you in confectionery products or to add flavour and
by books expands the inevitably limited horizons vii. What is an important component of language and delicious: they have it all! Peanuts are the extend shelf-life.
of children’s surroundings and allows them to learning? most popular and consumed nuts in the United 6. A long-time American favourite, peanuts offer
make joyful, intrigued, awestruck acquaintance States and can be found nearly everywhere. countless healthy properties and natural nutrition
with countless people, animals, objects and ideas viii. What role do books play? Answer in about 40
words. Perfect for a quick snack, a handful of these nuts to all populations and age groups, peanuts
in their first years of life. provide a highly nutrient food for less than 200 enhance the flavour and boost the nutritional
7. Books also open children to new points of view, ix. Read the given headlines and identify the option calories. value of food dishes from breakfast and snacks to
besides their own as they unconsciously put that does not correspond with the message of the 2. According to the Peanut Institute, the peanut dinner and dessert. As a nut, oil, flour or butter,
themselves into other people’s places-if that could passage. plant originated in South America, probably peanuts are a very versatile and tasty ingredient.
happen to him, it could happen to me: This 1. Develop new viewpoints through book. first domesticated and cultivated in the valleys Based on your understanding of the passage, answer
imaginative self-awareness brings apprehensions of Paraguay. Spread by European explorers and
2. Sight and sensation - The spark of learning. the questions given below.
and fears as well as heightened hopes and joys. traders, the plant eventually reached Asia, Africa
3. No role played by adults in children’s language i. Select the option that displays the key reason why
8. In books, children can experience language and North America. Millions of peanuts are grown
acquisition. peanuts are regarded as ‘healthy fats’.

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(a) It is popular option for cooking at high (3) The concluding sentence of the text makes dioxide, though a vastly higher amount of the temperatures had been undergoing a downward
temperature. for a clear case of old and young can together outgoing radiation is trapped in the atmosphere. trend. Could the recent spurt in temperatures be
(b) It is full of monounsaturated fats that is heart enjoy cooking and eating peanuts. 2. Carbon dioxide possesses immense staying a natural cyclical process, or a temporary offshoot
healthy. (4) The concluding sentence of the text makes for properties in the atmosphere. It is being of the shifting pressure belts?
(c) It provides key nutrients for cooking. a clear case of as yet no negative conclusions speculated that carbon dioxide concentrations 8. Given the rising temperatures, growing seasons
about peanuts have been drawn. may double in about a century. This increased would be prolonged. Higher temperatures would
(d) It is natural oil and boosts the energy of
(5) The concluding sentence of the text makes for carbon dioxide level, according to predictions, also lead to an increased evaporation from
hearts. oceans, thereby intensifying cloudiness, leading
a clear case of peanuts is an unhealthy option indicates an increase in temperature ranging from
ii. Select the option that conveys the most likely 1.5 - 4 degrees Celsius, or a rise in sea levels by to moderate temperatures during the day and
for old aged people.
reason for including peanuts in diets. about 50 cms by AD 2100. warmer nights. Warmer temperatures during the
Identify the option that displays the correct
night enhance agricultural productivity. Increased
(a) It was found to be healthy food because of its concluding statements that corresponds with 3. However, Earth apparently has its own system
carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will also result
flavours. occurences in the passage. of checks and balances. Water vapour in the
in an increase in fertility. Global warming will
(b) It was found that peanuts satiates hunger. (a) Only (1) atmosphere is known to absorb radiation more
also have an impact on the El Nino phenomenon-
(b) (2) and (3) than any other atmospheric component. A
(c) Peanuts decreased the risk of heart disease, the circulation of weather disturbances around
doubling of carbon dioxide concentration would
diabetes and other heart related problems. (c) Only (5) the world as a result of the warming of Pacific
increase the capacity of the Earth’s surface
(d) It was found that peanuts in America had (d) (4) and (5) Ocean around the tropics.
to absorb infra-red radiation by about 4 watts
four varieties. per square metre, though overall, the levels of 9. However, a few questions remain in the ongoing


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absorption would be small. debate on global warming. The process of heat
iii. Share evidence from the text, in about 40 words i. (b) It is full of monounsaturated fats that is heart transfer in the atmosphere-convection-is a field in
to support the view that the writer’s writing style healthy. 4. Volcanic eruptions, too, are believed to be which a lot of research needs to be done. Secondly,
is descriptive and informative. responsible for reduction in the carbon dioxide clouds and vapour are known to be major
ii. (c) Peanuts decreased the risk of heart disease, content in the atmosphere. Cooling through absorbers of incoming radiation from space. If the
iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with a diabetes and other heart related problems. volcanic eruptions is believed to release certain cloud cover, as a result of increased evaporation
characteristic or description. iii. The writer tells about peanuts, its importance gases, which are responsible for decrease in due to rising temperature, were to increase, it
The popularity of peanuts in cuisines across the and its uses as well as its benefits. Further, it has the carbon dioxide content in the atmosphere. would result in more containment. Plants, which
world is because of their _____. been told us that peanuts came in many varieties. Measurement of the incident of carbon dioxide both absorb and release carbon dioxide, too have
v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to Research shows that eating peanuts can decrease in the atmosphere made in Hawaii indicate that a crucial role to play. Their role, however, has
‘satiate’. your risk of heart disease, diabetes and other during 1992-93 about two billion tonnes of the gas been till now underestimated.
chronic health conditions. was found missing from the atmosphere.
(a) hungry Answer the following questions, based on the passage
(b) slave iv. availability and affordability 5. As far as the impact of ozone depletion is above.
concerned, it seems to be dictated more by
(c) satisfy v. (c) satisfy political considerations than any other factor. i. It is being surmised that carbon dioxide
(d) honourable The increased burning of fossil fuels for energy is concentrations may _____.
vi. Pastry cooks are partial to the use of peanut flour
vi. Explain, in about 40 words, the reason for peanuts because of the binding quality of peanut flour largely responsible for the increase in temperature (a) increase 100% in about a decade
being a favourite with pastry cooks. when used in confectionery products, for adding through ozone depletion. (b) triple in about a century
flavour and extending shelf life. 6. A tug-of-war has been going on among the (c) increase slightly in about a century
vii. In the line, “...Peanuts enhance the flavour and industrialised countries and the developing
boost the nutritional value of food dishes from vii. intensify, increase (d) increase 100% in about a century
countries on the share of the blame. In fact,
breakfast and snacks to dinner and dessert”. viii. The spread of peanuts can be attributed to the USA, the erstwhile USSR, Brazil and China ii. The writer would not agree with given statements
What does the word ‘enhance’ mean here? European traders and explorers who took the plant account for almost half of the net global emissions based on the passage EXCEPT
from Paraguay where it had been domesticated, of harmful gases such as CFCs. While North (a) Global warming will have an impact on the El
viii. How does the following line impact the readers
to their various destinations in Asia, Africa and America generates about 5 tonnes per head of
that ‘the spread of peanuts can be attributed Nino phenomenon.
North America. carbon dioxide, Africa, China and India together
to European traders and explorers”? Answer in (b) 1996 was one of the hottest years of the
generate approximately 1 tonne of carbon dioxide
about 40 words. ix. (a) Only (1) twentieth century.
per head.
ix. Read the statements (1)-(5) given below. 7. However, despite the fact that 1995 was one of (c) Water vapour in the atmosphere does not
(1) The concluding sentence of the text makes for

Passage 10 the hottest years of the twentieth century, heavy absorb radiation.
a clear case of peanuts is a healthy option for 1. Global warming is the warming up of the Earth snowfalls have been recorded in some parts of the (d) Higher temperatures would lead to decreased
all ages of people. due to the trapping of gases like carbon dioxide, world-notably on the Eastern coast of America evaporation from oceans.
carbon monoxide, methane and nitrous oxide, and in Jammu and Kashmir. Moreover, during
(2) The concluding sentence of the text makes for iii. Describe the impact of rising temperature on the
when the atmosphere fails to perform its function the latter half of the twentieth century, the Arctic
a clear case of peanuts is what makes bakers climate has not been undergoing any noticeable growing seasons.
and cooks in America want to cook. of acting as a protective blanket. The incoming
solar radiation is partly absorbed by carbon temperature changes. In fact, till 1975, global

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iv. Complete the given sentence with an appropriate viii. If the cloud cover were to increase, the radiation every hour and look at distant objects such as the v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to
inference, with respect to the following as well as the percentage of carbon dioxide in landscapes or even television. ‘grievously affected especially by disease’ from
There is a tug-of-war between the industrialised the atmosphere would be contained as it absorbs 5. Glaucoma or raised pressure in eyes and diabetic paragraph 5.
and developing countries in order to _____. most of the radiation coming from space and CO2, retinopathy are silent killers of eyesight. Therefore, (a) blink
present in the atmosphere. checking eyes once every six months is essential. (b) inevitably
v. Fill in the blanks appropriately by choosing the
correct option. The major reason for the increase ix. (c) Only 4 If afflicted with diabetes, diet, exercise and drugs (c) intelligently
in temperature through ozone depletion is are to be remembered in that order to keep the
(d) afflicted
_____. doctor away.


Passage 11
(a) generation of CFCs 6. Around the age of 40, more or less everybody vi. Explain in about 40 words, why “...contact lenses
1. For lasting and clear eyesight, eyes need care in requires reading glasses, a condition known as can be worn in place of glasses, but never sleep
(b) increased rainfall the form of preventive measures, a continuous presbyopia. But now you can get rid of these with them on”.
(c) increased burning of fossil fuels life-long exercise. Eyes don’t just see, they do the glasses as well, with lasers called INTRACOR
(d) None of these talking. This is why of all our senses the most and SUPRACOR. One can develop cataract- vii. In the line, ‘That said, eye care is, inevitably,
precious is eyesight. Eyes need care in the form of defined as the loss of transparency in the natural a continuous exercise through life’, the word
vi. List the things that effect global warming. Answer ‘inevitably’ refers to whom?
prevention, and knowing some preventive methods lens of the eye-at any age, but it usually strikes in
in about 40 words.
in eye care can make your eyes look bright and old age. It’s treated by replacing the opaque lens
vii. What is the result of animal discharge in the healthy and leave you with excellent eyesight. viii. How does the following impact our eyes?
with an artificial lens called the intraocular lens. ‘Monitors are bad for our eyes.’
atmosphere? The latest incataract removal techniques is called
2. How do we keep eyes bright and healthy? Eat Answer in about 40 words.
viii. How is cloud cover contain carbon dioxide’s good helpings of vegetables, fruits, omega-3 fatty femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery, which
percentage in the atmosphere? Answer in about acids, beta carotenes with vitamins A, C and is blade-free, hands-free and makes the operation ix. Read five statements (1) to (5) given below.
40 words. E, enjoy good sleep and avoid direct sunlight. precise, safe and accurate. (1) Eyes don’t just see, they do the talking.
ix. Select the option/s that convey/s the opposite of Therefore, good habits and good general health 7. That said, eye care is, inevitably, a continuous (2) It is never too early to begin eye checkups.
‘massive’ from words used in Paragraph 8. care does play a major role in eye care. Eyes exercise through life.
are windows to the human body; while you look (3) Once in the teens, contact lenses can be worn
1. Prolonged Answer the following questions, based on the passage in place of glasses, but never sleep with them
out through this window, we, the eye doctors,
2. Intensifying can look in to find conditions such as glaucoma, above. on as they reduce the supply of air and blood
3. Enhance abnormal blood pressures, diabetes, heart diseases to the cornea and can damage eyes.
i. Select the option that may become a preventive
4. Moderate and other health concerns much before you notice (4) Glaucoma or raised pressure in eyes and
measure for eyes as given in paragraph 1.
5. Tropics its adverse impact, and help you take preventive diabetic retinopathy are silent killers of
measures. (a) Eyes need care and continuous life-long
eyesight.
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 exercises.
3. It is never too early to begin eye checkups. Throw (5) Around the age of 20, more or less everybody
(c) Only 4 (d) 3 and 5 (b) Eyes need Vitamin C as a preventive measure.
a torchlight from different directions and look for requires reading glasses, a condition known as


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fixation in newborns and, if in doubt, take the (c) Eyes are designed to cope up with screens. presbyopia.
i. (d) increase 100% in about a century baby to an eye specialist. By the time a child is (d) Eat good amount of vegetables. Identify the option that displays the statement
four, it is imperative to have a check up every that DOES NOT correspond with the occurrence
ii. (a) Global warming will have an impact on the El ii. What is the significance of eyes as windows to in the given passage.
year to look for squint, signs of opacity brought in
Nino phenomenon. by cataracts and minus or plus powers to decide human body?
(a) Only (1)
iii. Rising temperatures will lead to an increase in the whether or not glasses are needed. Ultraviolet- (a) Eye doctors find out major health problems
(b) (1) and (2)
duration of the growing seasons. Higher temperatures protective sunglasses from childhood can help while seeing in our eyes.
protect eyes from the harmful UV rays. Once in (c) (3) and (4)
would also lead to an increased evaporation from (b) Eye doctors also look at this window.
oceans, thereby intensifying cloudiness, leading to the teens, contact lenses can be worn in place (d) Only (5)
(c) Eye doctors find various health conditions
moderate temperatures during the day and warmer of glasses, but never sleep with them on as they

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such as glaucoma, etc.
nights. reduce the supply of air and blood to the cornea
and can damage eyes. When in 20s, you can get (d) Eyes are windows to human health. i. (a) Eyes need care and continuous life-long
iv. share the blame for ozone depletion rid of glasses with lasers, Lasik or permanent exercises.
iii. Share evidence from the text, in about 40 words,
v. (c) increased burning of fossil fuels contact lenses. ii. (a) Eye doctors find out major health problems
to support the view that the Computer Eye
vi. The things that affect global warming are water 4. An emerging and alarming trend is the Computer Syndrome is an alarming trend. while seeing in our eyes.
vapour to be major absorbers of incoming Eye Syndrome, which appears to be catching on iii. Computer Eye Syndrome is an alarming trend
radiations from space and the plants also absorb in early adult life. We cannot escape the use of iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with a
that appears to be catching on in adult life.
computers but, sadly, our eyes are not designed to characteristic or description.
and release carbon dioxide also play crucial role. Our eyes cannot escape the use of computers’
cope with these screens. Continuous staring at the Eating good amount of vegetables, fruits, omega-3
vii. The increase in the levels of methane in the continuous staring at the screen. It causes strain
monitors reduces blinking, causes strain to the fatty acids, beta carotenes with vitamins A, C
atmosphere is a result of animal discharge. to the eyes and leads to dry eyes as well.
eyes and can lead to dry eyes as well. Therefore, and E, enjoy good sleep and avoid direct sunlight
it is always better to take a break of 10 minutes helps _____. iv. eyes to be bright and healthy

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v. (d) afflicted are packed with anti-oxidants and are rich in ii. Choose an appropriate heading for the given v. (c) Amla juice, oranges and other citrus fruits are
vi. Contact lenses can be worn in place of glasses, vitamin A, E, C and minerals. Vegetables, such as passage. rich in vitamin D.
cauliflower, potatoes, cluster beans, ladyfingers, (a) How to Store Your Food During the Rainy
but never sleep with them on because they reduce vi. Merits :
kidney beans, pigeon pea and sprouted grains get Season
the supply of air and blood to the cornea and 1. Monsoons provide a relief from the scorching
spoilt easily due to the humidity. So, they should
can damage eyes. When in 20s, you can get rid (b) Beat the Monsoon Woes by Eating Right summer heat, with lush greenery all around.
be avoided. Opt for cooked or steamed veggies.
of glasses with lasers, Lasik or permanent contact Avoid salads as they comprise raw vegetables (c) Monsoon Sickness 2. People love to savour various delicacies like
lenses. that contain active bacteria which lead to various (d) Hair Fall Remedy pakoras, chai, chaats, etc. to enjoy the rainy
vii. The word ‘inevitably’ refers to ‘necessarily’ infections and affect the body’s immunity. Avoid season.
strong smelling or extra sweet fruits, such as iii. Raw vegetables should be avoided because
viii. Continuous staring at the monitors reduces Demerits :
mangoes and jack-fruit that attract flies as their _____.
blinking, causes strain to the eyes and can lead 1. Monsoons bring with it various diseases like
excess intake can cause skin irritation and stomach
to dry eyes as well. Therefore, it is always better iv. List any two benefits of drinking water. dengue, food poisoning, diarrhea, viral fever,
ache. It’s also important to store vegetables the
to take a break of 10 minutes every hour and look cough and cold, etc.
right way during the rains. Do not wash the v. Which of these statements is false?
at distant objects such as the landscapes or even veggies thoroughly before storing, as the moisture 2 The weather becomes humid and due to less
television. (a) Warm beverages like soup is healthier option water intake dehydration can also occur.
will attract pathogenic fungus. These bacteria can
than aerated drinks.
ix. (d) Only (5) spread to other susceptible food items as well, vii. Keeping ourselves well-hyderated can help us as
making them unhygienic. Instead, pat dry and (b) Vegetables such as cauliflower, bean sprouts,
sweat doesn’t evaporate quickly in monsoons.
store separate food items in different containers. ladyfingers are more likely to get spoilt.


Passage 12 Consuming a lot of water can also help in
Buy them in limited portions and use them as (c) Amla juice, oranges and other citrus fruits
1. The monsoon is such a welcome respite from the flushing out the toxins from our body. We should
soon as possible. are rich in vitamin D.
scorching summer thanks to the overcast sky, gentle avoid aerated drinks. We should consume warm
4. Dehydration makes your hair brittle and scanty. (d) Iron and Zinc helps in keeping our hair healthy. beverages with ingredients that have anti bacterial
rain and lush greenery all around. Almost all of
us love to savour spicy and crunchy food items, So hydrate yourself. Zinc and iron help to keep properties. Hot vegetable soup is also a good
vi. Give two merits and two demerits of monsoon.
such as fritters (pakoras) and chaats like panipuri, your tresses healthy and beautiful. Consume option to consume. Hot beverages can increase
Answer in about 40 words.
sevpuri teamed with cutting chai as the rainwater nuts, eggs and walnuts to maintain hair strength. the body temperature and their anti-bacterial
lashes against the windowpane. However, the Walnuts are rich in biotin and vitamin E, which vii. How can different beverages help in monsoon? properties ingredients can boost immunity.
season also brings along a lot of diseases, such as are excellent antioxidants. Proteins are important Answer in about 40 words.
for hair strength too. So add curd to your diet, viii. During monsoons due to dehydration hair can
dengue, malaria, conjunctivitis, typhoid, viral fever, become brittle and scanty. So to take of one’s
pneumonia, gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, as it is a great source of protein. Amla juice, viii. Discuss about the hair care during monsoons.
oranges and other citrus fruits are rich in vitamin Answer in about 40 words. tresses, one should consume zinc and iron. Walnuts
food poisoning, cholera, cough and cold and jaundice
C. Vitamin C keeps your hair strong as it helps rich in biotin and Vitamin E and nuts and eggs
due to the presence of bacteria in the environment.
in production of collagen that among other things ix. Read the headlines (1)-(5) given below and are also good for hair. Adding curd which is high
The challenge lies in going about your daily routine
strengthens the hair capillaries (ensuring proper identify the option that corresponds with message in protein is also good for hair health. Vitamin C
without falling ill. If you suffer from low immunity,
nutrient supply to our hair). Also, ensure that you of the passage. that helps in production of collagen is also good
you are at a higher risk of contracting these diseases.
However, the right dietary tips can strengthen your wash your locks on alternate days and cover them (1) Rains mean crispy pakoras and cutting chai which can be found in citrus fruits like oranges,
immunity and help you stay hale and hearty. well during the monsoon. Dried apricots, roasted (2) The Rains do not bring diseases etc.
sunflower seeds and lentils are better foods to ix. (d) only (3)
2. Due to the humid climate, you may not feel (3) Maintain your physical well-being during
consume during monsoon than other iron-rich
too thirsty and consume just one litre of water rains
foods which are susceptible to microbial attack.
every day. But you need to be well hydrated as Do not forget to eat yummy corn on cob as corn (4) The best hair days are rainy days

Passage 13
sweat doesn’t evaporate quickly in monsoon. is also rich in iron and zinc. (5) A rainy day comes as a relief after a hot
Consequently, this prevents the body from 1. While there is no denying that the world loves
5. So, the secret to enjoy the rains, without the fear summer day. a winner, it is important that you recognise the
releasing heat. So consume a lot of water as it
of affecting your health is to go light on eating. (a) (1) and (2) (b) only (4) signs of stress in your behaviour and be healthy
helps to flush out toxins from the body. Ensure
that the water is clean, pure and safe to drink. Have a safe and healthy monsoon. (c) (1), (2) and (5) (d) only (3) enough to enjoy your success. Stress can strike
Avoid aerated drinks; instead consume warm Answer the following questions, based on the passage anytime, in a fashion that may leave you unaware


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beverages, such as green tea with holy basil of its presence in your life. While a certain amount
above. i. (c) pat them dry, store separate items in different
leaves, ginger, pepper and honey as they have of pressure is necessary for performance, it is
i. The correct way to store veggies is to : food containers important to be able to recognise your individual
anti-bacterial properties. A bowl of hot vegetable
soup is also a good option. The hot beverages (a) wash them properly before storing ii. (b) Beat the Monsoon Woes by Eating Right limit.
increase your body temperature (which will in (b) buy them in bulks 2. Stress is a body reaction to any demands or
iii. they contain active bacteria which lead to various
turn give you warmth) while the ingredients will (c) pat them dry, store separate items in different changes in its internal and external environment.
infections
boost your immunity. food containers Whenever there is a change in the external
iv. 1. keeping the body hydrated environment such as temperature, pollutants,
3. Consume fruits, such as cherries, bananas, apples, (d) soak them in water
pomegranates, plums, litchis and pears as they 2. flushing toxins out of the body humidity and working conditions, it leads to

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stress. In these days of competition, when a mentally undecided, confused and accident prone ix. List the ways in which a person under stress dancing to rhythm which is provided on large
person makes up his mind to surpass what has as well. Diet, massage, food supplements, herbal behaves. Answer in about 40 words. horizontal drums played by men.
been achieved by others, there is an imbalance medicines, hobbies, relaxation techniques and

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between demands and resources, which causes dance movements are excellent stress busters. women gather together in community tribal
psycho-social stress. i. (d) To increases productivity the employer should
Answer the following questions, based on the passage dances that strengthen the bonds of relationships.
keep his/her employees free from stress.
3. Stress reduces productivity and pressure to the above. The movements of the dance begin with a slow
management of organisations. Today companies ii. (a) necessary for performance pace gradually becoming faster to the beat of
i. The writer would not agree with the given
prefer women to men as employees because of iii. Symptoms of stress are found in the attitude drums. The dancers create formations of circles
statements based on paragraph three EXCEPT
the hope that they bring additional qualities and behaviour of the individual. It includes and semi-circles, all of them following the same
such as innovation, patience and dedication in (a) An employee will give an average contribution steps.
when kept happy and without stress. muscle tension, palpitation, high blood pressure,
the workplace. But due to increased pressure indigestion, hyper acidity, trembling, shaking, 5. The origin of the martial dance of Manipur is
for women both at the workplace and at home, (b) Women face stress only due to increased
nervous blinking, dryness of throat and mouth, associated with the myth of creation. Most of the
they face stress. Thus, any employee will make pressure at home. practitioners of martial arts learn and perform
and difficulty in swallowing.
the maximum effort and give the maximum (c) Stress increases productivity. with both spear and sword.
contribution when kept happy and without iv. stress takes different meanings, depending on the
(d) To increases productivity the employer should 6. The Bhutia is a community in Sikkim having
any stress. Hence, to increase productivity, it is stage of life an individual is in
keep his/her employees free from stress. their distinct culture, religion, tradition, custom
the responsibility of the employer to keep the v. (d) reprimand
employees free from stress. Hence, it is essential to and language. Their dance is called Shabdo, the
ii. Complete the sentence by choosing an appropriate
take steps to minimise the effects of determinants vi. The increasing competition and the desire to brisk movement of feet. Their songs describe the
option.
of stress and help individuals and organisations surpass what had already been achieved results in natural beauty of the land, holy lakes, sacred
A certain amount of pressure is _____.
evolve newer and more effective coping strategies. psycho-social stress. caves, serene monasteries, and rich flora and
(a) necessary for performance
fauna.
4. Stress takes a different meaning, depending on (b) necessary for under performance vii. ‘Chronic fatigue’ occurs when stress frequently
the stage of life you are in. The loss of a toy or (c) not necessary for performance crosses the limit that a person can handle 7. Chu Faat or Lepcha dance also belongs to Sikkim.
a reprimand from the parents might create a effectively. Such a person may feel lethargic, The literary meaning of Chu Faat is the worship of
(d) necessary for failure
stress shock in a child. An adolescent who fails in disinterested and is not easily motivated to snowy range. This age-old folk dance is performed
examination may feel as if everything has been lost iii. List the symptoms of stress in individuals. Answer achieve anything. in the honour of Mount Kanchenjunga, the third
and life has no further meaning. In an adult, the in about 40 words. highest mountain. Carrying butter lamps and
viii. (a) only 1 green bamboo leaves, the dancers perform this
loss of his or her companion, job or professional
failure may appear as if there is nothing more to iv. Complete the given sentence with an inference ix. A person under stress behaves in different ways. dance to the accompaniment of songs.
be achieved. with respect to the following. The reaction of an individual depends upon the 8. Chakri, the most popular group song form
The writer quotes the example of a child, an nature of the stress and capabilities of the person. of Kashmir’s folk music, is sung to the
5. Such signs appear, in the attitude and behaviour of adolescent and an adult in Paragraph 5 in order
the individual, as muscle tension in various parts Considering these two factors, it can be flight, accompaniment of the nout (geger), ruhab,
to highlight that _____. fight or flee. sarangi and tumbaknaer – an earthen pot with a
of the body, palpitation and high blood pressure,
indigestion and hyperacidity. Ultimately the result v. Select the option that conveys the opposite of high neck.
is self-destructive behaviour such as eating and ‘praise’ from words used in Paragraph 5. 9. Nati is a common name given to many types of
drinking too much, smoking excessively or relying

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(a) shock (b) loss
on tranquilisers. There are other signs of stress 1. In India, the performing arts are closely the Dussehra festival which is very popular in
(c) stage (d) reprimand
such as trembling, shaking, nervous blinking, associated with every aspect of people’s lives. Himachal Pradesh, the temple deities are taken
dryness of throat and mouth and difficulty in vi. What causes psycho-social stress? Dance, music and song are associated with the out in procession in Kulu with gods accompanied
swallowing. The professional under stress behaves occupation of people such as harvesting, sowing, by dancers and musicians.
as if he is a perfectionist. vii. When does ‘chronic fatigue’ occur? How does it fishing, grinding of grain as also with celebrating
10. The Bhangra dance of Punjab is performed after
6. A person under stress reacts in different ways and affect a person? Answer in about 40 words. the seasons or describing nature such as animals,
harvesting to celebrate the fruit of their labour
the common ones are flight, fight or flee depending birds and flowers.
viii. Road the five descriptions (1)-(5), given below. and hard work. Vigorous movements and simple
upon the nature of the stress and capabilities of 2. Bihu dance, a seasonal festival celebrated acrobatics are accompanied by the drum beat.
How can the solutions suggested in the last
the person. The three responses can be elegantly by the farmers in Assam, centres around the
paragraph best be described? 11. In the Munda tribal dance of Jharkhand, the
chosen to cope with stress so that stress does not agricultural activity of the region. Rows of
(1) Practical Munda women form a chain by linking arms
damage the system and become distress. dancers move backwards and forwards showing
around one another’s waists and move in unison
7. When a stress crosses the limit peculiar to an (2) Presentable the transplanting of paddy and the harvesting of
to the beat of the drums played by the Munda
individual, it lowers his performance capacity. (3) Popular rice. Simple rhythms, body movements in perfect
men.
Frequent crossings of the limit may result in (4) Prejudiced synchronisation and the costumes add to the
beauty of the dance. 12. In India there are three types of Chhau dances
chronic fatigue, in which a person feels lethargic, (5) Prediction practised in Orissa, Bihar and West Bengal.
disinterested and is not easily motivated to 3. The Wangala dance is performed by women
(a) only 1 (b) only 4
achieve anything. This may make the person who create formations of circles and semi-circles
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Answer the following questions, based on the passage ix. Read the five options (1)-(5) given below. 2. The manager came up to me. “I told you, the Answer the following questions, based on the passage
above. (1) Performing arts - associated with every aspect child would have a blast,” she laughed. And above.
of people’s lives explained, “There are hardly any parks in our
i. Select the option that describes the movements of i. The author was paranoid about the indoor play
cities.” She meant, hardly anywhere children can
Wangala dance. (2) Performing arts - not a good thing park because _____.
be themselves and like a Maria in ‘The Sound
(a) Formation of circles and semi-circles all to the (3) Dance - a way of bonding of Music’, where they could climb a tree, scrap (a) it could never provide the feeding of playing
beat of large horizontal drums. (4) Dance - not related to movement their knees and tear their dresses. Most of the in a real park
(b) Formation of semi-circles and then making (5) Dance - only materialistic recreation now is limited to electronic activity (b) it would not engage the children
larger circles all to the rhythm of the Wangala Identify the option that corresponds with the and given half a chance, children would jump for (c) she felt that the children may not like it
drum. above passage. something more physically explorative. Even if it (d) she was worried about her child
(a) (1) and (2) (b) (1) and (3) is simple stuff like climbing, whizzing down and
(c) Formation of circles within semi-circles, while jumping on a trampoline. ii. The writer would not agree with the given
dancing. (c) (4) and (5) (d) (3) and (4)
3. Latest research shows that computer games statements, based on paragraph 4, EXCEPT.
(d) Formation of horizontal lines all to the beat

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slow down brain development. The ‘in’ thing till (a) Computer games aid a child’s agility in
of circular and semi-circular drums.
i. (b) Formation of semi-circles and then making yesterday, they are ‘out’ today. Says Nandita controlling their response to an unsavoury
ii. Which of the following statements is relevant to larger circles all to the rhythm of the Wangala Sharma, parent of a well-adjusted teenager, situation.
the context? drum. “Any mother can tell that standing at a console (b) A child becomes a zombie if he/she plays
The Indian lifestyle is contextualised around juggling a joy-stick isn’t conducive to physical computer games.
ii. (b) the occupations of people, their celebrations
_____. relaxation. I rationed Karan’s hours at the video
and their descriptions of nature (c) Computer games make a child more violent.
games and made sure he spent evenings with
(a) the occupations during festivals and for (d) Computer games stimulate activity in the
iii. These dances in general speak about the beauties his friends in the little space outside the house.”
describing their natures brain associated with vision and movement.
of nature, particularly the snowy ranges, lakes, Nandita was also afraid that the bright lights of
(b) the occupations of people, their celebrations rivers sacred caves, serene monasteries, and are computer games could hurt young eyes. Nor did
and their descriptions of nature iii. Comment on the writer’s reference to computer
performed using products of their land such as she like the topic most of the games are based on.
games in paragraph 3, as a health problem for
(c) dance, music and song for all seasons butter. “There’s just too much violence and fast activity.
children. Answer in about 40 words.
(d) the occupations of dancing, singing and I know my kid can’t lag behind in today’s world
iv. dance as a way of bonding, celebrating harvests
celebrating on every opportunity and computer games certainly sharpen reflexes, iv. Complete the sentence appropriately.
and praising the bounties of nature
but I wish the games would be more interactive Most computer games isolate a child from the
iii. State how the dances of the Lepchas and the v. (a) robust and socially inclusive.” group fun of playing outdoor games. As a result,
Bhutias differ from those of the northeast of India vi. The Manipur dances are martial dances associated 4. Indeed, apart from making a zombie out of the the child becomes _____.
in about 40 words. child, research indicates that computer games
with the myth of creation, while the dance forms
only stimulate activity in the parts of the brain v. Select the most suitable title for the above
iv. Complete the sentence appropriately with a of the Nagas and Wangala dancers attempt to
associated with vision and movement. It can also passage.
characteristic or its description. build stronger bondings of friendship.
lead the child to be more violent. The lack of mental (a) Say No to Overindulgence in Gadgets
The subject matter of the passage indicates vii. facet
_____. calisthenics curbs their agility in controlling their (b) The Side Effects of Computer Games
viii. The movements of Bihu dancing include standing response to an unsavoury situation. (c) The Indoor Park
v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to in rows and moving backwards and forwards to 5. Moreover, most electronic games isolate the child (d) The Play Park
‘vigorous.’ emulate paddy planting and harvesting, while from the group fun of playing outdoors. Playing
synchronising their body movements and their vi. List two reasons why parents prefer outdoor
(a) robust (b) feeble with peers and taking a toss or two appreciably
costumes. physical activity for their children in comparison
(c) accompaniment (d) popular strengthens the child’s tolerance of others. This
to video games. Answer in about 40 words.
ix. (b) (1) and (3) behaviour is governed by the frontal lobe, which
vi. State how the Manipur dance differs from other continues to develop in humans till about 20 years. vii. In the line, “...behaviour is governed by the
dance forms of this region. Answer in about 40 The more this lobe is exercised during moments frontal lobe _____”, describe the role of the
words.

Passage 15 of restraint, the more the fibres connecting frontal lobe as explained in the passage.
1. It was the city’s first indoor play park of its kind. the neurons in this part of the brain thicken,
vii. In the line, “In India, the performing art are improving the individual’s control of reactions. viii. The given passage posits that the ‘indoor play
Like a good mother, I was sceptical of virtually
closely associated with every aspect of people’s Playing electronic games, research shows does not park’ was a hit. Based on your understanding,
every aspect of it. How could it succeed? Why
lives.” What does ‘aspect’ mean here? encourage the development of this lobe. state the reason for this success. Answer in about
should it succeed? How would a set of contraptions
in a room hold the attention of today’s children? 6. So now parents know what to do-put away the 40 words.
viii. How does the following, impact the reader?
“Bihu dance, a seasonal festival celebrated by the Don’t call me paranoid: I stood with dozens of placebos. After school and home assignment
mothers in similar states of quandary while the ix. Read the five words (1)-(5), given below :
farmers in Assam, centres around the agricultural hours, the best thing they could do for their kid is
cheerful staff whisked away the curious kids for invite his friends home and roll the carpet away! (1) Quandary
activity of the region.”
Answer in about 40 words. an hour. “I thought she blew the whistle after 15 (2) Aspect
minutes,” huffed the pre-teen when she returned. (3) Paranoid

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(4) Sceptical difference in the long run. Indeed, in matters of up to have a profound impact in the long run.’

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(5) Attention personal growth and character building, there is (a) Look before you leap i. (b) Rome was not built in a day
Select the option that conveys the synonym of no such thing as an overnight success.
(b) Rome was not built in a day ii. self- mastery and discipline
‘doubtful’ from words used in paragraph 1. 2. Growth always occurs through a sequential series (c) Too many cooks spoil the broth iii. It is true that the great people built their life
(a) only 1 (b) 2 and 5 of stages. There is an organic process to growth.
(d) A stitch in time saves nine and character through small decisions and small
(c) only 4 (d) 3 and 4 When we look at children growing up, we can
actions that they performed on daily basis. They
see this process at work: the child first learns to ii. Complete the sentence appropriately with


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crawl, then to stand and walk, and finally to run. themselves transformed their lives by adopting a
referring to the word underlined. step- by- step approach. It was their small day-
i. (a) it could never provide the feeding of playing in The same is true in the natural world. The soil Based on the information given in the excerpt
a real park must first be tilled, and then the seed must be to day decisions that added up to make a huge
about Gandhi ji, the narrator infers ‘These things
sowed. Next, it must be nurtured with enough difference in the long run and it obviously made
ii. (a) Computer games aid a child’s agility in did not come easily to him. ‘These’ refers to
water and sunlight, and only then it will grow, them great.
controlling their response to an unsavoury _____.
situation. bear fruit and finally ripen and be ready to eat. iv. (d) Insignificant
3. Gandhi understood this organic process and used iii. Explain in about 40 words, how did the great
iii. As per the writer, computer games slow down people build their life and character through v. organic growth
brain development. There is a lot of violence this universal law of nature to his benefit. Gandhi
grew in small ways, in his day-to-day affairs. He small actions with small decisions. vi. It is a common belief that small actions and
in computer games which adversely affects the choices do not have much impact on a human
did not wake up one day and find himself to be iv. After the reading the above passage, select the
children. Apart from this, the bright light of these being’s life. We also think that it is only the big
the “Mahatma”. In fact, there was nothing much word that means the same as ‘trivial’.
games also hurt the eyes of the young children. actions and the big decisions that really count.
in his early life that showed the signs of greatness.
iv. less tolerant of others But from his mid twenties onwards, he deliberately (a) Omnipotent (b) Valuable Generally, we move forward in the direction of
and consistently attempted to change himself, (c) Magnificent (d) Insignificant our goals and want to fulfill our dreams. But
v. (c) The Indoor Park
reform himself and grow in some small way every when our goal looks far from us, we become easily
vi. Parents prefer outdoor physical activity in v. Complete the sentence appropriately. disheartened and discouraged.
day. Day by day, hour by hour, he risked failure,
comparison to video games because experimented and learnt from mistakes. In small ‘The child first learns to crawl, then to stand
and walk, and finally to run: We call this process vii. (c) What Makes Great Men Great
(a) Most of the games are full of violence. and large situations alike, he took up rather than
avoid responsibility. _____. viii. Gandhi ji understood the organic process to
(b) The computer games slow down brain
growth. He realized to use this universal law
development. 4. People have always marvelled at the effortless vi. Explain in about 40 words, how does ‘our ideal of nature to his benefit. He deliberately and
vii. The frontal lobe helps in strengthening a child’s way in which Gandhi could accomplish the goals’ make us disheartened and discouraged.
consistently attempted to change himself, reform
tolerance and helps in controlling his/her most difficult tasks. He displayed great deal of
vii. Based on the information given in the excerpt, himself and grow in some small way every day.
self-mastery and discipline that was amazing.
reactions. select the suitable title for the given passage. Every day he risked failure, experimented and
These things did not come easily to him. Years
viii. The ‘indoor play park’ was a hit among parents of practice and disciplined training went into (a) How to conquer Self- Doubt learnt from mistakes. He took the situations as
as well as children because it not only kept the making his successes possible. Very few saw his they are rather than to avoid them. It took every
(b) A closer Look in Self-Growth
children away from computer games but also struggles, fears, doubts and anxieties, or his inner hour of a day to find him a ‘Mahatma.
(c) What Makes Great Men Great
made sure that children play with their peers in efforts to overcome them. They saw the victory, ix. (d) only 4
the midst of nature. but not the struggle. (d) Gandhi and his Struggle in his Early Days

ix. (c) only 4 5. This is a common factor in the lives of all great viii. Explain in about 40 words, how did Gandhi ji

Passage 17
people: they exercised their freedoms and choices realize the universal law of nature in his life.
in small ways that made great impact on their 1. Self-respect is very different than relying on one’s


Passage 16
lives and their environment. Each of their small ix. ‘Struggles, fears, doubts and anxieties. Which of ego or False Self persona that serves as a cover to
1. Many of us believe that “small” means decisions and actions, added up to have a profound the following words given below can you add in show the world only “the good stuff” of a person’s
“insignificant”. We believe that small actions and impact in the long run. By understanding this the given line that agrees to the general theme? personality. It is the gift we give ourselves when
choices do not have much impact on our lives. We principle, we can move forward, with confidence, we become less motivated to please others in
(1) Dexterity
think that it is only the big things, the big actions in the direction of our dreams. Often when our order to get their approval and more motivated
and the big decisions that really count. But when (2) Certainty
“ideal goal” looks too far from us, we become to live a life of authenticity and personal integrity
you look at the lives of all great people, you will (3) Acceptance despite whatever anyone else thinks about us.
easily discouraged, disheartened and pessimistic.
see that they built their character through small However, when we choose to grow in small ways, (4) Insecurities 2. The dismal fact is that self-respect has nothing
decisions, small choices and small actions that taking small steps one at a time, performing it (5) Tremendous to do with the approval of others–who are, after
they performed every day. They transformed becomes easy. Codes : all, deceived easily enough; has nothing to do
their lives through a step-by-step or day-by-day
Answer the following questions, based on the passage (a) only 2 with reputation which is something that people
approach. They nurtured and nourished their
above. (b) 2 and 3 with courage can do without. It is to know the
good habits and chipped away at their bad habits,
difference between the price of things and their
one step at a time. It was their small day-to-day (c) 3 and 5
i. Select a proverb that echoes the statement, value and the courage to own your mistakes.
decisions that added up to make tremendous (d) only 4
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3. In brief, people with self-respect exhibit a certain (c) self-respect has stood its ground come what indifferent. If we lack it, we become incapable of plants that have been found especially to contain
toughness, a kind of moral nerve; they display may. either love or indifference. healing powers.
what was once called character, a quality which, (d) it is losing ground to more instantly negotiable 5. Over the years, I have come to distinguish
iv. from which self-respect springs
although approved in the abstract, sometimes virtues. three types of medicinal practitioners in African
loses ground to other, more instantly negotiable v. (b) paradoxical
societies and to classify the extent to which each
virtues. Its slipping prestige is dismissed when one iii. Why is it fair to say that the intrinsic worth of a vi. The writer calls it a gift because self-respect uses medicinal plants. The first is the herbalist,
sees people coveting success or money or fame at person and self-respect have to go hand-in-hand? allows us to live a life of authenticity and personal who generally enjoys the prestige and reputation
all costs. Nonetheless, character–the willingness Answer in about 40 words. integrity despite whatever anyone else thinks of being the real traditional medical professional.
to accept responsibility for one’s own life–is the about us. It is the gift we give ourselves when we The second group represents the divine healers.
source from which self-respect springs. iv. Complete the given sentence with an appropriate
become less motivated to please others. They are fetish priests whose practice depends upon
inference, with respect to the following.
4. To live without self-respect is to lie awake their purported supernatural powers of diagnosis.
Character– the willingness to accept responsibility vii. fortitude
some night, beyond the reach of warm milk, Thirdly, the witch doctor, the practitioner who is
for one’s life is the source _____.
phenobarbital, and the sleeping hand on the viii. We can interpret the metaphor used by the author credited with ability to intercept the evil deeds of
coverlet, counting up the sins of commission and v. Select the option that conveys the opposite of in the given statement as follows : a witch.
omission, the trusts betrayed, the promises subtly ‘logical’, from words used in paragraph two. 1 A lack of self-respect is going to pinch us hard 6. From the drugstores in New Delhi, I picked up
broken, the gifts irrevocably wasted through sloth eventually and only we will suffer for the lack of some well-packaged bark and roots of Rauwolfia
(a) intrinsic (b) paradoxical
or cowardice or carelessness. However long we it. Serpentina, a plant that was very well known in
postpone it, we eventually lie down alone in that (c) consort (d) untenable (A metaphor is a Figure of speech that is used to ancient Asiatic medicine. The storekeeper said
notoriously uncomfortable bed, the one we make vi. Comment on the writer’s reference to self-respect make a comparison, but in a way different from that it cures hypertension.
ourselves. Whether or not we sleep in it depends, as a gift we give ourselves. Answer in about 40 a simile, Instead, it makes the description of an
of course, on whether or not we respect ourselves. object look as if it was literally true.) 7. For health, social and economic reasons, it seems
words. clear that developing countries should begin an
5. To have that sense of one’s intrinsic worth which, ix. (b) Only (1) extensive programme aimed at an examination
for better or for worse, constitutes self-respect, vii. In the line “... people with self-respect exhibit a
certain toughness, a kind of moral nerve, they and research into the properties of the most
is potentially to have everything: the ability to important medicinal plants. In most countries,
discriminate, to love and to remain indifferent. To display what was once called character ...”, What

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does the word ‘nerve’ mean here? the information on such plants is dispersed and
lack it is to be locked within oneself, paradoxically 1. The therapeutic value and healing powers of unorganised. Much of it is in the heads of aging
incapable of either love or indifference. If we do not plants were demonstrated to me when I was a boy herbalists, who represent a dying breed.
viii. Based on your understanding of paragraph 4,
respect ourselves, we are on the one hand forced of about ten. I had developed an acute persistent
interpret the metaphor used by the author in the Answer the following questions, based on the passage
to despise those who have so few resources as to abdominal pain that did not respond readily to
given statement. in about 40 words. above.
consort with us, so little perception as to remain hospital medication. In total desperation my
‘However long we postpone it, we eventually lie
blind to our fatal weaknesses. On the other, we are mother took me to Egya Mensa, a well-known i. Select the option that tells about the special thing
down alone in that notoriously uncomfortable
peculiarly in thrall to everyone we see, curiously herbalist in my hometown in the Western province in the plant Rauwolfia Serpentina that influences
bed, the one we make ourselves.’
determined to live out-since our self-image is of Ghana. the mind.
untenable–their false notions of us. We flatter ix. Read the five statements (1)–(5) given below. 2. After a brief interview, he went out to the field. He (a) Metals (b) Mind
ourselves by thinking this compulsion to please returned with several leaves and the bark of a tree
(1) If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall (c) Alkaloids (d) Alkalies
others an attractive trait: a gift for imaginative and one of his attendants immediately prepared a
for anything.
empathy, evidence of our willingness to give. decoction. I was given a glass of this preparation, ii. Which parts of the plant Rauwolfia Serpentina
(2) Handsome is as handsome does. are used to cure hypertension?
Answer the following questions, based on the passage it tasted extremely bitter, but within an hour or
(3) Putting backbone into someone. so I began to feel relieved. Within about three (a) Stem and roots
above.
(4) Neither fish, nor fowl. days, the frequent abdominal pain stopped and I (b) Leaves and flowers
i. Select the option that states the false self persona
(5) Rolling stone gathers no moss. recall gaining a good appetite. I have appreciated (c) Bark and roots
in a person according to the author.
Identify the option that displays the title/s that the healing powers of medicinal plants ever since.
(a) self-respect (d) Flowers and stem
DOES/DO correspond with the passage. 3. In fact, demographic studies by various national
(b) a person’s true personality (a) (1) and (2) (b) Only (1) iii. In desperation, where did the mother take her
governments and inter-governmental organisations
(c) unauthentic mask (c) (2) and (3) (d) Only (5) such as the World Health Organisation (WHO) suffering son? and why? Answer in about 40 words.
(d) ‘real good stuff’ indicate that for 75 to 90 per cent of the rural


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populations of the world, the herbalist is the only
ii. The writer would not agree with the given i. (c) unauthentic mask person who handles their medical problems. characteristic or its description.
statements based on paragraph three, EXCEPT Based on the information given in the extract,
ii. (c) self-respect has stood its ground come what 4. In African culture, traditional medical practitioners one can infer that the author was suffering from
_____.
may. are always considered to be influential, spiritual _____.
(a) self-respect is a virtue not appreciated in leaders as well, using magic and religion along with
modern times. iii. The intrinsic worth of a person and self-respect
medicines. Illness is handled with the individual’s v. Select the option that is similar in meaning to the
are two sides of the same coin: they give us the
(b) it used to be a non-negotiable virtue. hidden spiritual powers and with application of word ‘well-off’.
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(a) established iv. acute persistent abdominal pain need to stay in special AC bedrooms, or travel by (c) Pilgrimages have been converted into tourism
(b) ill v. (c) affluent luxury cars or indulge themselves with delicious nowadays.
food and savouries. (d) Pilgrimages should be done for the purpose of
(c) affluent vi. The WHO demographic studies display that the
(d) non-affluent 5. Pilgrims traditionally moved ahead, creating fun only.
herbalist is the only doctor for 75 to 90 per cent
a feeling of belonging towards all, conveying a
of the world’s rural population. He is the one who iii. How does nature show its anger? Answer in about
vi. Explain, in about 40 words, what do the WHO message of brotherhood among all they came
handles their medical problems. across whether in small caves, ashrams or local 40 words.
demographic studies display?
vii. The word ‘bitter’ refers to the taste which is not settlements. They received the blessings and
vii. In the line, “I was given a glass of this preparation, iv. Complete the sentence appropriately.
sweet. congregations of yogis and mahatmas in return
it tasted extremely bitter, but within an hour or The word ‘Amma’ used by the writer signifies
while conducting the dharma of their pilgrimage.
so I began to feel relieved.” What does the word viii. Rauwolfia Serpentina cures hypertension and _____.
A pilgrimage is like penance or sadhana to stay
‘bitter’ refer to? lowers the blood pressure and pulse. It is also
near nature and to experience a feeling of oneness v. As per your understanding of the passage, choose
used to treat diabetes and cure cataract.
with it, to keep the body healthy and fulfilled the words that best describe the response of
viii. In the line, “I picked up some well-packaged bark
ix. (c) (4) and (5) with the amount of food, while seeking freedom nature against cleverness shown by us.
and roots of Rauwolfia Serpentina, a plant that
from attachments and yet remaining happy while
was very well-known in ancient Asiatic medicine.” (a) Catastrophic and Gratifying
staying away from relatives and associates.
How is Rauwolfia Serpentina useful? Answer in

Passage 19 (b) Gratifying and Detrimental
about 40 words. 6. This is how a pilgrimage should be rather than
1. We often make all things around us the way (c) Buoyant and Gratifying
making it like a picnic by taking a large group along
ix. Read the five statements (1)-(5) given below: we want them. Even during our pilgrimages we (d) Detrimental and Catastrophic
and living in comfort, packing in entertainment,
have begun to look for whatever makes our heart
(1) From the drugstores in New Delhi, I picked and tampering with environment. What is worse
happy, gives comfort to our body and peace to the vi. How does the human of today act? Answer in
up some well-packaged bark and roots of is giving a boost to the ego of having had a special
mind. It is as if external solutions will fulfil our about 40 words.
Rauwolfia Serpentina, a plant that was very darshan. Now alms are distributed, charity done
needs, and we do not want to make any special
well-known in ancient Asiatic medicine. while they brag about their spiritual experiences! vii. As given in the passage, it states that most of the
efforts even in our spiritual search. Our mind is
(2) The storekeeper said that it cures resourceful-it works to find short-cuts in simple 7. We must embark on our spiritual journey by first time, people prefer to do _____.
hypertension. and easy ways. understanding the grace and significance of a
pilgrimage and following it up with the prescribed viii. Describe the traditional pilgrim. Answer in about
(3) In African culture, traditional medical 2. Even pilgrimages have been converted into 40 words.
practitioners are always considered to be rules and rituals - this is what translates into
tourism opportunities. Instead, we must awaken
the ultimate and beautiful medium of spiritual ix. Pick out the option that is not true according to
influential, spiritual leaders as well, using our conscience and souls and understand the
evolution. There is no justification for tampering the passage.
magic and religion along with medicines. truth. Let us not tamper with either our own
with nature. A pilgrim can keep his body healthy
(4) Illness cannot be handled with the group’s nature or that of the Supreme.
hidden spiritual powers and with application 8. A pilgrimage is symbolic of contemplation and 1. by travelling a lot of places
3. All our cleverness is rendered ineffective when
meditation and acceptance, and is a metaphor for
of plants that have been found especially to nature does a dance of destruction. Its fury can 2. by travelling light
the constant growth or movement and love for
contain healing powers. and will wash away all imperfections. Indian 3. by keeping free from attachment
nature that we should hold in our hearts.
(5) In most countries, the information on such culture, based on Vedic treatises, assists in human 4. by eating small amount of food
plants is not dispersed and organised. evolution, but we are now using our entire energy 9. This is the truth !
5. by eating snacks and rich food
Identify the option that displays the statement in distorting these traditions according to our Answer the following questions, based on the passage
that correspondences with occurrences in the convenience instead of making efforts to make (a) Both 1 and 2 (b) only 2
above.
passage. ourselves worthy of them. (c) 1, 3, 4, and 5 (d) only 4
i. Select the option that is similar to narrator’s
(a) Only (1) 4. The irony is that humans are not even aware expression, “Nature is everyone’s Amma”?

Ans : 2007

(b) (2), (3) and (4) of the complacent attitude they have allowed i. (b) Nature is the only supreme power.
(a) All mothers are nature.
themselves to sink to. Nature is everyone’s Amma
(c) (4) and (5) (b) Nature is the only supreme power. ii. (c) Pilgrimages have been converted into tourism
and her fierce blows will sooner or later corner
(d) Only (5) us and force us to understand this truth. Earlier, (c) Nature is motherly. nowadays.


Ans : 2009 pilgrimages to places of spiritual significance were (d) Mother and nature are same. iii. The narrator suggests us to not temper with
rituals that were undertaken when people became either nature or that one supreme power. When
i. (c) Alkaloids
free from their worldly duties. Even now some ii. Pick out the option that is TRUE about the
nature strikes with it furious snap, all our wisdom
ii. (c) Bark and roots seekers take up this pious religious journey as a pilgrimages, as discussed in the above passage.
and efforts will be futile. Nature is above all and
iii. In total desperation, the mother took her suffering path to peace and knowledge. Anyone travelling (a) One should avoid eating food while on a with its actions it can make the human beings
son to a well-known herbalist Egya Mensa because with this attitude feels and travels with only a few pilgrimage. realise the pettiness of their existence.
he had developed an acute persistent abdominal essential items that his body can carry. Pilgrims (b) Pilgrimages should be performed at the young
traditionally travelled light, on foot, eating light, iv. the importance of nature without ‘whom’ we
pain that did not respond readily to hospital age only.
dried chickpeas and fruits, or whatever was cannot survive
medication.
available. Pilgrims of olden days did not feel the

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v. (d) Detrimental and Catastrophic 4. Another unfortunate effect is the alienation of the v. Select the option that conveys the opposite of the viii. According to the writer of the given passage, while
vi. In today’s world, human beings keep themselves younger generation as expressed in their rejection word ‘ resilient’ from words used in Paragraph 6. globalisation strengthened the poor economic
of culture and tradition and loss of faith in the (a) computerised (b) sterile condition of India, it has a devastating impact
as priority. They often make things as they want
social, political and cultural tradition. Modern on the Indian culture where the traditional values
them. Even during pilgrimages, people have (c) vulnerable (d) exploited
youth is drifting away from familial ties. They are being lost.
began to look for things that make their heart
wish for independence, privacy and space. As a vi. Globalisation was essential to avoid any possibility
happy, give comfort to body and peace to the result, the traditional joint family system has ix. (b) 3 and 5
of future wars. Give reason in about 40 words for
mind. Pilgrimages have been turned into tourism given way to a nuclear family system. your answer.
opportunities.

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5. The foreign channels propagate violence, vulgarity
vii. what makes their heart happy and promiscuity in the name of entertainment for vii. How has computerisation affected women?
viii. Traditionally pilgrims travelled light, on foot, gaining wide viewership. The Indian media blindly
viii. Comment on the writer’s belief that globalisation
eating light-dried chickpeas and fruits or whatever and blatantly copies their eroticism better than
started the destruction of the Indian culture?
was available. Pilgrims moved ahead creating them. As a result, the national channels defining
Answer in about 40 words.
the Indian culture and broadcasting education-
a feeling all belonging towards all, conveying a
oriented programmes have been sidelined. ix. Pick the option that correctly lists the final
message of brotherhood. A pilgrimage is like a
penance and while on this journey pilgrim received 6. Another impact of globalisation is associated with feelings of the writer with reference to the process
blessings. the problem of unemployment. It has brought of globalisation.
machines, new factories and new approaches into 1. Happy
ix. (d) only 4 the Indian market. Everything is computerised.
2. Satisfied
The most vulnerable section of society, that is
women, are being exploited continuously. 3. Disillusioned


Passage 20
7. Over the past five decades, the world has seen 4. Regretful
1. Globalisation is largely the result of planning
several models and paradigms which have failed 5. Enlightened
by statesmen to break down borders hampering
to provide concrete results. What we really need is Codes
trade to increase prosperity and interdependence,
a globalised economy, but one which is placed in a (a) 1 and 2
thereby decreasing the chance of future war.
human context. The policies should be introduced
Their work led to the Bretton Woods Conference, (b) 3 and 5
in such a way that they boost the economy and do
an agreement to lay down the framework for (c) 2 and 4
not affect the very essence of Indian culture. The
international commerce and finance and the (d) 1 and 4
developing countries need to improve healthcare.
founding of several international institutions
literacy rate, education and most importantly,

Ans : 2005
intended to oversee the process of globalisation.
restore the cultural heritage, because it is culture
These institutions include the International Bank i. (a) Social organisation of countries
which identifies a country.
for Reconstruction and Development (the World
Answer the following questions, based on the passage ii. (b) environment
Bank) and the International Monetary Fund
(IMF). above. iii. The two ways in which the Indian culture is said
i. Which one of the following is not a key dimension to have been damaged are
2. Globalisation, the integration of the world
economy, has been a persistent theme of the past of globalisation? • rejection of the joint value system and
thirty years. Growth of cross border economic (a) Social organisation of countries increasing need for individuality.
activity has changed the structure of economics and (b) Communication • propagation of violence, vulgarity and
the political and social organisation of countries. promiscuity in place of Indian cultural shows.
(c) Trade in goods and services
Not all effects of globalisation can be measured (d) Movement of people iv. aspiring towards oneness of all countries
directly. But the scope and pace of change can be
ii. Globalisation is associated with the issue of all of v. (c) vulnerable
monitored along four key dimensions - trade in
goods and services, financial blows, movement of the following except vi. Yes, I agree with the statement that globalisation
people and communication. (a) unemployment was essential to avoid any future wars as it brought
3. In the last two decades of the 20th century, (b) environment the world together under economic prosperity
developing countries have adopted globalisation (c) traditional systems and interdependence. Economic relation requires
and liberalisation as the medium to strengthen (d) computerisation a nation to maintain good relations with other
their poor economic condition and to increase nations thus, decreasing the possibility of nay
foreign investment. This worldwide change iii. List any two ways in which Indian culture has future wars.
brought social and cultural calamity in India. been damaged. Answer in about 40 words. vii. Computerisation had left women the most
The worst effect was on the Indian culture, the vulnerable section of the society open to
transition being from traditional to modern, iv. Complete the given sentence with an appropriate
inference, with respect to the following. continuous exploitation.
national to global, old to new.
The concept of globalisation means _____.

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CHAPTER 2
3. But somehow, online harassment seems more iv. Identify the online abuser from the following three
bothersome. Americans rate online political online users.
discussions as 50 per cent more negative than (a) Sohna – My target is to just scroll down the
offline discussions. The reason is that once things happening online.

Case Based Factual Passages abusers enter an online space, they tend to take it
over because all bullies have personality disorders.
(b) Roshan – My target is to meet my foreign
friends here.
Trolls like trolling, without much threat of being
beaten up, while moral people exit-all increasing (c) Harsh – My target is to hurt, harass or upset
the troll-to-normal ratio over time. someone else.

1. Introduction 3. Some important examples 4. Even if you want to bid the online sewer a not-so- v. Which of the following displays the most likely
fond adieu, your circumstances might make doing reason for us feeling more bothered about online
A case based factual passage deals with facts so, too costly. And maybe you simply don’t want trolling than facing abuse in real life?
usually shared in the form of reports, scientific to be forced off social media by the trolls, any
articles and historical descriptions. The contents

Passage 1 (a) Those who get bothered by constant abuse
more than you would placidly accept being forced
of such a passage are a collection of facts 1. The internet offers anonymity that makes life exit social media.
off the playground because of menacing bullies
put together in a sequential manner. Factual easier for bullies. As both research and common who treat it as their exclusive property. But we (b) Trolls invade and dominate online space
description involves creating a complete mental sense attest, allowing users to hide their identity are not helpless in the face of either online abusers without any fear of consequences.
picture of a particular person, place, object, beings abets abuse. If you use the internet, the odds are or the ones flipping us off on the highway. (c) Online political discussions are 50 per cent
or events. A factual description allows the reader about even that you’ll be mistreated there. A more negative than offline discussions.
to get a comprehensive view of the subject under 2021 Pew Research report found that 41 per cent 5. In the case of threats or hate speech, you may
want to make your non-receipt more tangible (d) We take online attacks as a form of self-
discussion. It involves a step by step description of US adults have personally experienced online
harassment. Fifty-five per cent think it is a “major by blocking the trolls, and reporting the abuse. criticism that is hard to ignore.
of the subject in the best possible manner. In this
way, the reader is able to compare or contrast facts, problem.” Seventy-five per cent victims say that This remedy is imperfect at best, unfortunately,
given social-media companies’ spotty record at vi. Quite a few solutions for ‘dealing with trolls’ have
data or other information that is relevant. In other their most recent experience was on social media. been proposed by the author. Pick out the only
words, a factual passage is a detailed description of It is akin to driving in rush-hour traffic–exposing enforcement of their own norms. Not receiving an
insult (blocking and reporting an attacker) and solution that displays an underlying irony as well
the physical attributes of the given topic. ourselves to regular abuse. as contradiction. Answer in about 40 words.
ignoring trolls is crucial for stopping abuse. Deny
2. We mistakenly assume that cyber attackers follow them the reward they seek. Responding to a bully vii. Complete the sentence appropriately.
conventional behaviour. People try to reason with
2. Points to remember trolls or appeal to their better nature in vain
on the internet or in real life-remember, they are The 2021 study attempts to enlighten the victims
typically the same people-is proof that they seek of online abuse by _____.
One should keep the following points in mind because they misapprehend a troll’s true motives– dominance through aggression. Don’t feed this
before answering the questions set on a given attract attention, exercise control, and manipulate viii. State TRUE or FALSE.
monster, in person or online. When possible, meet Americans rate online political discussion as 50
factual passage: others. Online harassers are not considered aggression with deafening silence.
‘well-adjusted.’ A 2019 study found significant per cent more positive than offline discussions.
1. Read the passage quickly to have some general
associations between trolling and psychopathy, Answer the following questions, based on the passage

Ans : 2022
idea of the subject matter.
Machiavellianism, sadism, and narcissism, in that above. i. The author compares negotiating heavy traffic
2. Read the passage again and underline the
important points. order. In other words, strangers attacking you on with the business of trolling directly as well as
social media or in person are severely damaged. i. Infer if the author compares negotiating heavy
3. Read the questions and try to know what has traffic with the business of trolling directly or indirectly as in person or online, we inadvertently
But, we often have trouble understanding that expose ourselves to abuse by strangers. He asks
been asked. and take online attacks seriously, as a form of self- indirectly. Answer in about 40 words.
us not to feed this monster in person or online.
4. Underline the portions where the probable criticism, that is hard to ignore. ii. Which option DOES NOT substantiate the When possible, meet aggression with deafening
answers may be available.
author’s view about the unconventional social silence.
5. Remember that the word limit must always behaviour of the online abusers?
be honoured and taken seriously. ii. (a) Trolls can be reasoned with and their better
(a) Trolls can be reasoned with and their better nature can be appealed to.
6. Make sure to use the same tense in which the nature can be appealed to.
question has been asked. iii. The survey about if we use the internet, the odds
(b) Online abusers are not considered ‘well-
7. In multiple choice questions, analyse the are about even that we’ll be mistreated there
adjusted’ individuals.
questions and options carefully before says 41 per cent of the US adults have personally
(c) Online abusers are psychopaths. experienced online harassment and 55% think it is
selecting the correct option because at times
the four options are closely related. (d) They troll for sadistic entertainment. a ‘major problem’.
iii. What do the survey says about if you use the iv. (c) Harsh – My target is to hurt, harass or upset
internet, the odds are about even that you’ll be someone else.
mistreated there? v. (d) We take online attacks as a form of self-
criticism that is hard to ignore.

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vi. When moral people exit social media platforms it 4. According to researchers, India has a variety of 4. Will Delhi be worth living in? Can the city state 7. Nothing has been done on that front so far. Nor
increases the troll-to-normal ratio over time and 250 career options available across 40 domains of Delhi escape the pressures put on it by an ever for the redevelopment of 45 resettlement colonies
gives abusers a free run. covering 5,000 job types. This shocking lack of expanding National Capital Region (NCR), which such as Ambedkar Nagar and Trilokpuri, which
awareness among Indian students regarding their touches as far as Alwar now? Are we prepared at were developed during Emergency to rehabilitate
vii. asking us to make our non-receipts more tangible
future career options can spell a death knell for all for this population explosion? slum dwellers. The rejuvenation of the Yamuna is
and stonewalling aggression with silence.
the economic bonus that could have come to India also on the plan, but the river remains severely
viii. FALSE. due to its demographic dividend the time period polluted in the Delhi stretch.
where its population is young and earning. 8. Will Delhi be liveable? Jain is not very hopeful.


Passage 2 5. Thus, if parents and teachers can build their own He says Delhi won’t be a highly liveable city even
awareness regarding new career options coming if the master plan is implemented in its entirety.
1. The average age of India will be just 27 in 2020,
up, then they can be a very helpful part in their “Delhi is part of the National Capital Region
which means that the majority of the country will
child’s career decisions rather than being one of (NCR). So, Delhi’s development can’t happen in
comprise young students and youth. But even now
those parents who push their child into one of isolation,” he explains.
with the clock ticking, the unemployment crisis is
the most common careers simply because they are Answer the following questions, based on given
raging the country and the main reason behind
unable to understand which area would be the
this problem is that there are a huge number of passage.
perfect fit for their child.
youth passing out from schools and colleges every
year and there are many new career options and 6. If parents utilise the available technology and i. Based on reading of the text, state a point to
job roles being added to various industries as well. tools available, they can become more aware of challenge the statement. Answer in about 40 words.
which careers will help their children grow the Many important respects of MPD-2021 have been
2. However, the youth do not have the kind of skills implemented.
most and career counselling can help both parties
the new industries want which results in a wide
get the desired satisfaction.
skill gap. A recent survey by Mindler, an online ii. The urban planners are collecting data based on


Figure : Population Growth in Major Global Cities
career-counseling platform, has proved that the Answer the following questions, based on given _____.
majority of Indian students are aware of just passage. 5. In a small office in Delhi’s India Habitat Centre, (a) transport
seven career paths, even though there are 250 i. Do you think the researchers of the study aimed a group of urban planners-all belonging to the (b) land
career options that can be pursued in India - most to change the students outlook towards the National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA)-have
new and in-demand. (c) heritage
new career options? Support your answer with just started collecting baseline data on land,
reference to the text. (Answer in about 40 words) housing, transport, environment, heritage, water, (d) All of these
3. The survey on the awareness of career options
among Indian students in the age group of 14- among others, for Master Plan for Delhi (MPD)
ii. What is the main essence of the passage? iii. Based on the given graph, choose the option that
20 was conducted among 10,000 participants. The 2041. “Our deadline for preparing the Master Plan
lists the statements that are true.
responses collected in the survey showed that a (a) Only 7 professional field are popular in India. is 2021. But unlike its earlier editions, it won’t be
(a) Beijing and Delhi will see a decline in
staggering 93% of the students who participated (b) There is a lack of awareness regarding new a flat 20 year plan. This one will be divided into
various achievables, say, for every five years,” says population growth.
in the survey were aware of just seven career professions available.
Nilesh Rajadhyaksha, lead coordinator of MPD (b) The population of Tokyb’ is ‘expected to
options -- law, engineering, medicine, accounts (c) Parents must be involved in the process of
and urban specialist in NIUA. remain the same over 10 years.
and finance, design, computer applications and career selection.
IT, and management. (c) The population of New York had grown
The NIUA-an autonomous research and advisory
(d) There is a huge gap between education and exponentially.
body that comes under the Ministry of Housing
employment opportunities.
and Urban Affairs-has been roped in by the Delhi iv. What problem will prevail even if the Master
iii. Which two fields, according to the survey, was Development Authority (DDA) to undertake this Plan is implemented in its entirety?
most popular among students? colossal strategy plan for Delhi 2041. The current
master plan, MPD-2021, which was notified in v. Whom had the Delhi development Authority
iv. Complete the given sentence by selecting the most 2007 and was prepared by an in-house team of hired to look into the development of Delhi?
appropriate option. the DDA, would expire in 2021. (a) NIUA
Career counselling can help both the students and 6. The concern is that a sense of urgency to fix (b) The Urban Planner
_____ to get satisfactory results Delhi is missing. Many crucial elements of MPD- (c) MHUA
(a) survey team 2021 still remain on paper, with just two years
(d) All of these
(b) parents left for the plan to expire. AK Jain, former
(c) teachers commissioner-planning in DDA and key architect vi. Describe the crucial issue related to Master plans
of MPD-2021, gives a long list of what have not created for Delhi. Answer in about 40 words.
v. How can parents become more aware? been implemented. The master plan talks about
(a) By providing career counselling to their brownfield redevelopment of rehabilitation colonies vii. Complete the following sentence based on the
children such as Lajpat Nagar, Old Rajendra Nagar and information given in the passage.


Figure : Common Career Options Considered by Students
Mukherjee Nagar, which were originally meant for The given passage wants to drive attention to
(b) By talking to their children
Partition refugees. _____.

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competitiveness, India still ranked 34th in the potential. (b) Babita – I’m reading books since night. estimated that, globally, 1.1 billion people breathe
‘Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Index 2019’ (c) Daisy – I’m watching television for two hours. in unhealthy air. The World Health Organization
and could only capture 1.24% of the world’s viii. State TRUE or FALSE. (WHO) has estimated that urban air pollution is
international tourist arrivals. The country’s Foreign tourists splurge more on star-rated responsible for approximately 800,000 deaths and
accommodation and services. v. Which of the following is the correct option for
share is evidently a fraction of its potential. We, what does the author mean by degrading the 4.6 million people lose their lives every year around
regrettably, have failed to realize the true impact

Ans : 2022
the globe.
time?
of Tourism and convert our natural advantages i. The foreign tourists are bigger spenders in 2. Traffic and transportation problems, inadequate
(a) Spending less time (b) Wastage of time
into potential economic benefits. comparison to domestic tourists because if they drainage facilities, lack of open spaces, carbon
(c) Consuming more time (d) Saving time
spend seven nights in India it means at least fifty emission, and the accumulation of waste
Answer the following questions, based on the passage
million room nights are consumed in India at a vi. What are the various digital activities in which aggravate the problem. Air pollution is associated
above.
conservative level. They are bigger spenders and the twelfth graders indulge in the mid-2010s? with increased risk of Acute respiratory Infections
i. Infer that the foreign tourists are bigger spenders consume services of local guides, dine in hotels Answer in about 40 words. (ARI), the principal cause of infant and child
in comparison to domestic tourists. Answer in and pay a higher room rent compared to domestic mortality in developing countries.
about 40 words. tourists. vii. Complete the sentence appropriately.
3. Urban air quality in most mega cities has been
Traditional media has been replaced by digital.
ii. Select the option that proves that hospitality ii. (a) The DefExpo 2022 was postponed due to found to be critical and Kolkata is no exception
We can say this because _____.
industry had been facing a deep turmoil in the Russia-Ukraine war. to this. An analysis of ambient air quality in
last two years and it is not over yet. viii. State TRUE or FALSE. Kolkata was done by applying the Exceedance
iii. The given statement can be challenged because
The title, ‘Social Media Usage by Age’ is Factor (EF) method, where the presence of
(a) The DefExpo 2022 was postponed due to the author proposes to reduce GST on tour
appropriate for this passage. listed pollutants’ (RPM, SPM, NO, and SO2)
Russia-Ukraine war. operators from 5% to 1.8%.


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annual average concentration are classified into
(b) Most hotels are offering pre-2019 rates in iv. (c) Pranjol – I will be here just for a month only. four different categories; namely critical, high,
desperation. i. Digital media has completely displaced time once moderate, and low pollution. Out of a total of 17
v. (a) GST @ 5 per cent spent enjoying a book or watching TV. While
(c) Around 40% of hotels have closed shop. ambient air quality monitoring stations operating
(d) Only hotels with deep pockets will be able to vi. Indian domestic tourists do not spend much on it is true that digital media has become more in Kolkata, five fall under the critical category,
tide over the tough times. destination shopping because they are on a tight prevalent in our daily lives, many people still and the remaining 12 locations fall under the
budget with inflation eating into their savings. enjoy reading books and watching TV as a form high category of NO2 concentration, while for
iii. Based on the reading of the text, state a point to They do not like to spend too much on good of entertainment and relaxation. These two are RPM, four record critical, and 13 come under
challenge the given statement. hotels. anyhow, parallel to each other. the high pollution category. The causes of high
Domestic tourists are on a tight budget scouting ii. (b) To know about digital competency of teenagers concentration of pollutants in the form of NO,
vii. inversely
for discounts till the last moment but tour and RPM have been identified in earlier studies
operators are in a better position to serve the viii. TRUE. iii. Yes, the researchers added eighth and tenth vehicular emission (51.4%), followed by industrial
cause of tourism industry. graders to the survey deliberately. This is stated sources (24.5%) and dust particles (21.1%).
in paragraph 3, which says, “While the study
iv. Identify the domestic tourist from the following 4. Later, a health assessment was undertaken


Passage 4 started with only twelfth-graders in the 1970s,
with a structured questionnaire at some nearby
three tourists. eighth and tenth-graders were added in 1991.”
1. Politics and now Pollution keep Delhi forever in dispensaries which fall under areas with different
(a) Rakesh – WOW! I love this scene. iv. (a) Anchal – I’m using WhatsApp since morning.
the news, but a third P (Population Growth) has ambient air pollution levels. Three dispensaries
(b) Lokesh – I will stay here forever now. gone missing from the discourse on the capital: have been surveyed with 100 participants. It
v. (b) Wastage of time
(c) Pranjol – I will be here just for a month only. population growth, which has soared during the shows that respondents with respiratory diseases
last two decades and its disastrous fallout. vi. The digital activities in which the twelfth graders (85.1%) have outnumbered waterborne diseases
v. Which of the following should not be in the list if indulged in are: (14.9%) and include acute respiratory infections
India has to reap potential economic benefits in 2. Already, India’s capital city is the world’s second
Texting for over two hours a day on the internet (ARI) (60%), chronic obstructive pulmonary
tourism sector? most populous urban agglomeration. The future
which included gaming and just under two hours diseases (COPD) (7.8%), upper tract respiratory
is even more frightening: a United Nations report
(a) GST @ 5 per cent a day on social media. They spend about six hours infection (UTRD) (1.2%), Influenza (12.7%), and
released in mid-2018 says Delhi could be the world’s
(b) highly-rated cultural resources per day on just three digital media activities acid-fast bacillus (AFB) (3.4%).
most populous city by 2028 with 37.2 million people.
during their leisure time.
(c) competitiveness prices That is eight million more in just 10 years. 5. To live a healthy life and have better well-being,
(d) highly-appreciated natural resources vii. young people today are more dependent on digital practising pollution averting activities in one’s
3. According to the report called World Urbanisation
media. day-to-day activities is needed. These pollution
Prospects 2018 by the Population Division of the
vi. Why do domestic tourists not spend excessively UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, viii. TRUE. averting practices can only be possible when
on destination shopping? (Answer in about 40 the population of Delhi and its immediate awareness among the masses is generated that the
words) neighbourhood is now estimated to be 29 million, air they breathe outdoors is not found to be safe.
second only to Tokyo with 37 million people. But


Passage 16
vii. Complete the sentence appropriately.
Delhi will zoom past Tokyo, whose population is 1. Air pollution is a major threat to human health.
India’s share of world’s international tourist
projected to decline to 36.8 million by 2028. The United Nations Environment Programme has
arrivals is _____ proportional to its actual

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viii. State TRUE or FALSE. 4. According to Elia Tsouros, an executive at (c) By using the available tools and technology 2. So, let’s put a perspective on this thinking. In
Currently, Delhi is the third most polluted city in UUNET, the broadband penetration in SA is (d) By finding which career options are the best 2019, which was a normal year for tourism arrivals,
the world. abysmal compared to that of other countries. One fit for their children. India received over 10.9 million foreign tourists as


Ans : 2021 contributing factor is Telkom’s pricing structure, per government data. On average, foreign tourists
i. The given statement is false. As per the and, the fact that SA is so large, and has such a vi. Based on the reading of the text, state a point to spend seven nights in India and this means at
distributed population. The ramifications are vast challenge the given statement. least fifty million room nights were consumed
information given in the passage, many aspects of
- a slowing down of broadband uptake; a barrier Parents need not be aware of the upcoming career in India, at a conservative level, the bulk of this
MPD-2021 have not been implemented.
for educational institutions; limitation for learners options. spending is in star-rated hotels in India. They
ii. (d) All of these to gain access to the Internet; poor response times are bigger spenders and consume services of local
vii. Complete the sentence appropriately
iii. (b) The population of Tokyb’ is ‘expected to for researchers; limited business and marketing Lack of awareness among Indian students guides, dine in the hotels and pay a higher room
remain the same over 10 years. opportunities and the list goes on. The absence regarding their future career options is affecting rent compared to domestic tourists.
of a wholesale facilities leasing regime for ADSL our country badly since _____. 3. The year 2020 was a washout for inbound into
iv. Even if the Master plan is implemented in its in South Africa makes it difficult for ISPs to get India, there was a slight recovery in 2021 but
entirety, Delhi won’t be a liveable city. a significant portion of the ADSL revenue. ISPs viii. State TRUE or FALSE. nothing economically significant. Is domestic
v. (a) NIUA are not entitled to ADSL line rentals at wholesale The youth of today do have the kind of skills the tourism the panacea of the tourism economy in
prices, and thus subscribers have to rent the view industries want. India? At the most, it can act as a band-aid to the
vi. The crucial issue related to Master plans created line directly from the incumbent, Telkom. This

Ans : 2022
tourism economy.
for Delhi is that they are not yet implemented. then further negates the opportunity for ISPs to
i. Yes, the researchers of the study aimed to change 4. Indian domestic tourists do not spend much
vii. the problem of rising population in Delhi bundle value-added offerings, such as video and
the students’ outlook towards the new career on destination shopping as they are on a tight
voice services with the ADSL line. Coupled with
viii. FALSE. options. The last paragraph of the passage budget with inflation eating into their savings.
the high cost of line rentals is that of international
bandwidth. Telkom international bandwidth mentions how parents and teachers can play a They avoid spending on good hotels too. For the
helpful part in their child’s career decisions by last two years, all hotels-be they top or average


Passage 5 charges on the SAT-3 cable are very high, and
it is common knowledge that even though both making the student choose a career that fits him/ ones, have slashed their rates as were in 2017-18.
1. Competition, deregulation, and intervention her best. Only deep-pocketed hotels are going to survive
Telkom and British Telecom’s purchase their
are all crucial to South Africa’s Road to a true because around 40% of hotels closed shop by early
bandwidth from the same supplier; Telkom marks ii. (d) There is a huge gap between education and
broadband infrastructure. As of this year, SA had 2021 and the situation has only worsened. Even
up its costs by 80%, and British Telecoms by only employment opportunities.
some 67,000 ADSL subscribers. This represents hotels in metros are charging rates prevalent in
20%.
about 0.4% of the worldwide total, and supports iii. Engineering and computer application and IT 2017-18.
the statement that SA remains, and will remain, 5. Roman Hogh, product development manager at were the most popular career fields among the
way behind the rest of the world for a long time M-Web Business, says that Icasa should have the 5. Domestic tourists book last-minute scouting for
students. discounts whereas foreign visitors lock their rates
to come. power to audit how much Telkom charges for the
cable. iv. (b) parents at least six months in advance. It’s the foreign
2. Broadband penetration in households varies tourists that drive the tourism economy as they
globally, with Korea being the world leader with Answer the following questions, based on given v. (c) By using the available tools and technology
consume all forms of services when visiting India
a penetration of 68%, the USA having 28%, and passage. vi. The given statement is wrong. Parents should be and no amount of domestic numbers can make up
the UK 16%. SA shamefully has a broadband aware of the upcoming career options so that they for the shortfall in terms of value. This is the best
household penetration of 0.3%. The question i. Suggests two possible reasons in about 40 words
can help their child in choosing the best career for time for the government to open its doors fully to
posed here is why South Africa is so far behind... behind the statement, ‘SA remains, and will
them. international tourism. To encourage tourism, the
The answer lies not, in the unavailability of the remain, way behind the rest of the world for a
vii. it is unable to reap the economic benefits that goods and service tax (GST) on tour operators
technology, but simply in the pricing. Many long time to come.’
should be levied at about 1.8% instead of the
people think that Telkom’s ADSL solution is could have come to India due to its demographic
ii. Which hindrances contribute to the broadband current 5%.
one-step closer to a true broadband solution in dividend
infra of SA?
this country. However, many industry specialists viii. FALSE.
disagree. (a) Huge population
(b) Competition, interference and irregularity
3. “Telkom’s ADSL offerings are great; however, they

Passage 3
just cost too much, and are not viable solutions (c) Unaffordability of telecom
for many home users,” says Dave Gale, business (d) Lack of video services 1. Inbound tourism the world over was closed for two
development manager at Storm. “South Africa’s years. India was no exception and this has taken
broadband costs may be the butt of global jokes, iii. Justify the statement, ‘a barrier for educational its toll on the tourism economy. The DefExpo
but to local users, especially individuals, schools, institutions : What does the speaker want to 2022 scheduled to be held in Gandhinagar has
small businesses and current ADSL users, the convey? been postponed citing the Russia-Ukraine war. It
affordability factor just makes one’s blood boil,” may be but it points to a larger picture of the
iv. Select the correct statement. Indian hospitality industry losing out due to such
says Michelle Branco; product-marketing manager
at Internet Solutions. (a) Small businesses and the common users can postponement. 6. Despite its rich treasure trove and high rankings
afford broadband width easily. in cultural and natural resources as well as price

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Answer the following questions, based on the passage ii. (a) Undertake journeys that give relaxation, ‘Arable’ land mentioned in Paragraph 3 means 3. The second is an offshoot of the first. Nowhere
above. adventure or knowledge. _____. else do so many 7,000 metre plus peaks crowd up


Ans : 2008 such a confined space. And the third is really a
i. Infer two purposes of travelling as mentioned in iii. No, the researchers of the survey did not aim
i. The advantages that processed foods provide are consequence of the first and the second with the
the given paragraph. Answer in about 40 words. to popularize a particular type of tourism.
sharp gradation creating the most variegated flora
Researchers, in the table, mentioned four types (a) Greater value addition - Value addition is
ii. Which of the following options displays the most and fauna possible anywhere in the mountains.
of purposes to travel, i.e. adventure, education, a way to improve the quality, shelf life and
likely reason for people to make travel budgets? The fourth uniqueness is also a consequence of
relaxation and new travellers. market ability of food products. If can also the first and the second and lies in the extremes
(a) Undertake journeys that give relaxation, help to reduce post-harvest coses and improve
iv. (c) Roshan – I love to explore isolated places full of the climate which ranges from the tropical
adventure or knowledge. the profitability of farmers and food processing
of challenges. to the typical arctic type. And the fifth claim
(b) Learn about new people and their language. business. Some specific examples of value is its thin permanent population and relatively
(c) Buy the latest designs in the market. v. (c) Trying new things full of difficulties added food products are canned foods, juices, fewer travellers by virtue of its remote far-
(d) In order to gain relief from work pressure. vi. There are huge differences between travellers who doing products, frozen fruits etc. eastern Himalayan location. The startling facts
travelled for adventure and education. In the (b) Reducing food wastage - which benefits about Sikkim never seem to end. For starters,
iii. Do you think the researchers of the survey aimed survey, those who travelled for fun and adventure individuals, manufacturers and the all of Sikkim lies in a mere 110 kms by 65 kms
to popularize a particular type of tourism? are the 20-30 years old. However, people below environment. of mountains, peaks, glaciers, rivers and forests.
20 years old are keen travellers who travelled for A little dot on the map at a latitude 27 degrees
iv. Identify the adventurous traveller from the ii. (d) All of these
education. North and longitude 88 degrees East. Its 7,000 sq.
following three travellers. iii. Drying, threshing and grading are a part of kms make it about as large as the National Capital
(a) Roshni – I love to capture photographs while vii. a thirst for knowledge and experience.
primary food processing. Region of India! To the North and extending to
travelling. viii. TRUE. the East of Sikkim, is Tibet/China and to the
iv. (a) Agriculture
(b) Reshma – I love to travel with tight travelling West is Nepal. To the South are the Himalayan
budgets. v. As per the information given in the last paragraph and sub Himalayan regions of West Bengal. It


Passage 7 of the passage, quality standards have emerged as is, in fact, these geographical extremes and the
(c) Roshan – I love to explore isolated places full 1. The United States Postal Service (also known as an important factor with the increasing importance resulting ambience, that makes mountaineers
of challenges. USPS, the Post Office, informally known as the of processed food. Hence, the given statement is trek here, when they are not climbing, besides
P.O., or the U.S. Mail) is the third largest employer incorrect. fuelling mountaineering dreams in the minds of
v. Which of the following is an example of an
in the United States, after the Department of trekkers, what with the closest possible proximity
opportunity for a sense of adventure? vi. (b) The growing demand of processed food
Defence and Walmart. It employs over 785,000 to magnificent peaks while trekking.
(a) Hiring a taxi or cab workers in over 14,000 U.S. postal facilities. vii. FALSE.
(b) Being a tourist 2. The Postal Service has certainly grown and 4. On the subject of trekking here, it is strange
viii. cultivable but true that acclimatisation is much tougher in
(c) Trying new things full of difficulties changed since 1775 when the first Postmaster
General -Benjamin Franklin - was named to head Sikkim than elsewhere. It may have something to
(d) Advance booking of the travel tickets

Passage 20 do with being closer in latitude to the Tropic of
the Post Office Department, the forerunner of the
vi. How might the differences in purpose of travellers current USPS. At that time, members of the Second Cancer, beside the rather sharp stages involved in
1. This isn’t a mountain region of mere subjective
between adventure and education impact the age Continental Congress agreed that the Postmaster each day of trekking. The closeness to the Tropic of
beauty. Nor one, which claims its greatness,
groups offered by researchers in survey? Answer General headquarters, or most important offices, Cancer has meant that On the subject of trekking
based on just an overwhelming opinion of a large
in about 40 words. would be stationed in Philadelphia, and that the here, it is strange but true that acclimatisation
majority. For Sikkim, it is a treasure that few
Postmaster would be paid $1,000 a year for his or is much tougher in Sikkim than the snowline
know about. However, the facts of its remarkable
vii. Complete the sentence appropriately. her service. will always be much higher and therefore human
geography bear enough testimony to pitch Sikkim
The similarities in the percentage of people 3. As the country grew westward, it became necessary settlements are seen even at altitudes of 16,000
in a slot that no other mountain region anywhere
belonging to below 20 age group who are for the railroad system to carry the mail. The feet!
in the world could duplicate or rival. What
interested in adventure and educational travelling Railway Mail Service (RMS) was initiated in 1862. Everest is to peaks, Sikkim is to the mountains. Answer the following questions, based on given
may be due to _____. The RMS workers sorted mail on the train, and Tragically, a region so wild and exotic and with passage.
became some of the fastest workers in the system. such geographic and climatic extremes, that its
viii. State TRUE or FALSE. i. What makes Sikkim such a unique place? Mention
They sorted about 600 pieces of mail per hour. All amazing wilds and not its unremarkable hill
The title, “Travelling for Fun”, is appropriate for two points.
the mail had to be sorted before the train reached stations, ensure its accessibility to the adventurous
this passage.
the first stop, since some of the mail was destined only.


Ans : 2021 ii. Which proverb resonates the idea of “subjective
for that first stop on the route. 2. Just delve on these facts a bit. From the plains, in a
i. Today, people travel for the purposes of business beauty” given in the first line?
4. By 1918, the Post Office took over air mail from mere 80 kms as the crow flies, the altitude reaches
or leisure. They travel for relaxation, new the U.S. Army. The first airplanes used in U.S. (a) Too many cooks spoil the broth
28,168 feet at the very top of Kanchenjunga, the
cultures, foreign food and normal surroundings. air mail were surplus planes from World War (b) A rolling stone gathers no moss
third highest peak in the world. Such a sharp
Travel takes up 25-30% of the annual budget of a I. The Post Office started with only four pilots elevation is unrivalled anywhere else and is the (c) Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder
family, according to a survey conducted in 2021. flying these leftover planes in August 1918, but first geographical claim of Sikkim. (d) All that glitters is not gold
by the end of that year, the Post Office had hired

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Passage 8 users are growing, so do the chances of cyber 36 more pilots. By 1920, over 49 million air mail in about 40 words.
1. The internet has become the integral part of exploitation and cyber crimes. Even a small letters had been delivered. ii. The railway mail service was established in
today’s generation of people; from communicating mistake in securing data or bad social networking 5. The Post Office has used alternate methods of
can prove to be extremely dangerous. If accounts (a) 1884 (b) 1980
through instant messages and e-mails to banking, transmission during its history. It owned and
are not properly secured, it makes easier for operated the first telegraph lines from 1884 to (c) 1862 (d) 1775
travelling studying and shopping, internet has
touched every aspect of life. With the growing use hackers or unauthorised users to spread viruses 1887 - when the lines were privatized. It utilized iii. How did the RMS become some of the fastest
of the internet by people, protecting important or social engineered attacks that are designed “V-Mail” (Victory Mail) during World War II workers in the service?
information has become a necessity. A computer to steal data and even money. Such types of when U.S. military mail was put on microfilm (a) By using pigeons
that is not having appropriate security controls issues highlight the need for cyber security as an in the U.S. and printed near its destination, in
essential approach in protecting and preventing (b) By sorting the mail on the train before every
can be infected with malicious logic and thus any order to save space on military transport. During
data from being used inappropriately. the 1980s, Electronic Computer Originated Mail, stop
type of information can be accessed in moments.
called ECOM, was used for some bulk mailings. (c) By inviting people to sort the mail.
2. Hacking of important data, network outages, 6. In simple language, Cyber security of Information
technology security means protecting data, Computer generated mail was printed near its iv. What was the system of transporting mail called?
computer viruses and other cyber related destination, and bore a blue ECOM logo on its
threats affects our lives that range from minor networks, programs and other information from v. Who was the first Postmaster General?
unauthorised or unintended access, destruction special envelopes.
inconvenience to serious incidents. Cyber vi. The second largest employer in the US is
or change. It encompasses all the mechanisms 6. In 1970, the Postal Reorganization Act, signed by
threats can be caused due to negligence and (a) Walmart
and processes that protect digital equipment, President Richard Nixon, replaced the Post Office
vulnerabilities, or unintentional accidents. Such
information and records from illegal or unintended Department (a Cabinet-level department) with the (b) Department of Defense
hackers are a part of what is called Cybercrime.
access, manipulation or destruction. independent US Postal Service. The independent (c) United States Postal Service
With the increasing use of net, the number of
In today’s dynamic environment, cyber security US Postal Service has streamlined its workload (d) Domino’s
cybercrime complaints has seen a rise by 350%
has become vital for individuals and Jar .flies, and modernized operations. Today’s multi-line
from 2013 and by over 44% from 2016, according vii. How does the independent US Postal service work
as well as organisations (such as military, optical character readers (MLOCRs) can read the
to cyber cell statistics. Answer in about 40 words.
government, business houses, educational and entire address on an envelope, print a barcode on
3. Most crimes are related to online banking, financial institutions, corporations and others) the envelope, and sort the mail at the rate of nine
emphasising why policymakers are concerned viii. State TRUE or FALSE.
that collect and store a wide range of confidential letters per second. The zip code +4, a four digit
about digital security as the government pushes code added to the end of the existing 5-digit code, The price of first-class stamp-recently approved
data on computers and transmit that to other at 5 cents apiece.
for a more cashless economy and card-based computers across different networks. For families, has decreased the number of times a piece of mail
or wallet-based transactions. As many as 3,474 needs to be handled.

Ans : 2019
protection of children and family members from
cybercrime complaints have been registered in cyber crime has become substantially important. 7. Special barcode sorters assign an 11-digit zip code i. The mails were being carried through the railway
the past 10 months till October, 2017. A total of to each address, apply a barcode to each letter, system and this was initiated in 1862. The RMS
2,402 such complaints were registered last year Answer the following questions, based on given
and sort the mail in order of delivery. The Postal workers become some of the fastest in the system.
and 760 in 2013. Cyber cell cops said the online passage. Service has installed automated customer-service They used to sort mails on the train. And they
transaction was by cyber offenders who used i. Do you think that cyber security alone would equipment in lobbies, and is planning to automate were capable of sorting 600 mails per hour. The
IMPS/RTGS transfer after blocking Kumar’s be able to reduce cyber crimes? Give reasons for even more of its work, including more machines reason being some of the mails were supposed to
SIM, which was linked to his bank account. your answer. in about 40 words. which will process parcels and forwarded mail. be dropped at the first stop of the route.
4. The number of online banking fraud-related The price of a first-class stamp-recently approved
ii. Complete the given sentence by selecting the most at 44 cents and good for up to one-ounce domestic ii. (c) 1862
complaints had increased nearly nine times in the
appropriate option. mail- seems relatively inexpensive compared to its iii. (b) By sorting the mail on the train before every
last five years. The number jumped from 248 in
Regarding the increasing cybercrimes, the cyber predecessor; the first U.S. postage stamp, issued stop
2013 to 2,095 in 2017 (till October). While online
cell blames _____. in 1847. The first stamps, adorned with a picture
banking and credit card fraud tops the list, social iv. It was called Railway Mail Service (RMS).
networking-related crime, email hacking, online (a) the unlimited access to internet of Benjamin Franklin, sold for 5 cents apiece.
sexual harassment, lottery fraud, data-theft (b) technological advancement They were used for letters weighing less than one v. Benjamin Franklin
and job-related fraud are also frequent. Social (c) lack of cyber wall ounce with a travel distance of less than 300 miles. vi. (a) Walmart
networking related complaints have doubled from By way of comparison, pay records available for
(d) lack of investment in cyber security the 1890s indicate that a typical year’s pay for a vii. The independent US Postal service has streamlined
2016. Cyber cell cops blame ease of access to
information and technological advancement for iii. Based on the reading of the text, state a point to schoolteacher was around $500, or 10,000 times its workload and modernized operations. MLOCRS
the spurt in cybercrime cases. Net-banking has challenge the given statement. The internet can the price of a stamp. Stamp prices then seem (Multi-line Optical Character Readers) now can
made it easy for criminals to siphon off money easily become secure if we teach people about its relatively high when compared to today’s average read the entire address on a mail, print a barcode
from accounts. Bank-related fraud takes time to correct usage. teacher pay, in the $40,000 per-year range, or on an envelope and sort the mail at a speed of nine
solve and constitute the maximum of cybercrime about 1,000,000 times the price of a postage letters per second. Also the zip code +4, a four
iv. Select the option that displays the list of people stamp! digit code added to the end of the existing 5 digit
cases lying unsolved with the police, said an
who could be a cybercriminals. code, has decreased the number of times a mail
official with the cyber cell. Answer the following questions based on the passage
(a) Tech-savvy youth needs to be handled.
5. As the number of data networks, digital above.
applications, as well as internet and mobile (b) Unemployed youth viii. FALSE.
i. How did the mail sorting work in RMS? Answer
(c) Poorly paid people

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a high net worth or hold property entitlements, The concluding paragraph of the passage makes a 10 million people will die every year of tobacco (b) Consumption of tobacco is limited to only
are treated comparatively well by their family clear case for _____. related causes. lower income families
members” said Rath. 4. Even though governments are now recognising (c) With the ban of tobacco, its consumption has
viii. State whether the given statement is TRUE or
7. “Managing home care for the elderly is a massive and accepting the fact that tobacco harms decreased
FALSE.
challenge as multiple service providers-nursing their economies and kills their countrymen (d) Tobacco consumption is rampant in only males
In order to get proper case and support, the old
agencies, physiotherapists and medical suppliers- prematurely, not all governments are able to or
people have to adjust their lifestyle as per the
are small scale and unorganised and, therefore, want to introduce strong effective legislation and iii. According to the CPAA, what is main cause of
wishes of their children.
provide incomplete care,” he said. “In India, contribute in other ways to tobacco control. increasing consumption of Gutkha?


Ans : 2018
health insurance coverage is essentially limited to 5. More and more young smokers are being recruited (a) Lack of restrictions on its consumption
hospitalisation. The concept of geriatric care has i. The two essential requirements for older people into the ranks of the tobacco habituated by (b) Lack of restriction on its production
remained a neglected area of medicine so far in suffering from mobility issues are: deceptive and manipulative advertising. Though
1. Wheelchairs (c) Lack of restrictions on its advertisements
the country.” the industry claims that use of tobacco is a decision
2. Adult diapers. made by informed individuals, the true picture (d) Lack of economic stability in the poor groups
Answer the following questions, based on given
passage. ii. (b) They are treated with much more care and is that today’s youth is making an uninformed iv. Based on the reading of the text, complete the
choice when it comes to tobacco consumption. following statement.
i. List two essential requirements for older people respect.
6. This is because the promotion of tobacco by As a part of manipulative advertising, youngsters
suffering from mobility issues. iii. Traditional family support is the primary need of the industry hides the truth about the effects of are made to believe that tobacco is _____.
all the elderly people in India. tobacco and goes to great lengths to make tobacco
ii. Select the option that displays the reason behind (a) a key to happy and healthy life
financially independent elderly being better off. iv. (c) social responsibilities use seem to be the key to a healthy, happy, social
life. (b) a key to a reclusive life
(a) They are seen as one to be revered. v. (d) All of the above (c) a symbol of higher status
(b) They are treated with much more care and 7. Cancer patients Aid association (CPAA) in its
vi. The given statement is incorrect because while the survey gave the following information :
respect. need for private space has created the challenges v. How are people attracted towards tobacco?
• Children between ages of 7 and 8 smoked
(c) They have money to meet their financial in long term elderly care, the joint family system vi. Complete the sentence approximately with one/
bidis.
needs. has always made sure that the elderly were well two words.
• The youngest smoker was 6 years old.
(d) They have medical expenses. loved and cared for. In fact, it was the breaking • 87 children had already acquired pre- The government knows the effects of tobacco
up of the joint family system that initiated the cancerous lesions. consumption but it does not _____ its
iii. According to the passage, what do you think problems in elderly care. consumption.
is the primary need of all the elderly people in • Over 50% of people are addicted to tabacco.
India? vii. providing insurance cover for patients breeding • 4 million people die every year due to tabacco
vii. State TRUE or FALSE.
geriatric case. realted causes.
iv. Complete the given sentence by selecting the most The promotion of tobacco by the industry reveals
viii. TRUE. • By the year 2030, approximately 10 million
appropriate option. the ill-effects of tobacco consumption.
people will die every year of tabacco related
According to the study, long-term and palliative
causes. viii. Based on the theoretical reading of the text, state
care comes under the purview of _____.

Passage 10 two points to challenge the given statement in
(a) government responsibilities about 40 words.
1. The first Indian woman physician Anandibai
(b) liabilities Joshi, graduated in 1886. Starting from that Addiction of tobacco afflicts only the elder (18+)
(c) social responsibilities single figure, about 125 years later, Indian women stratum of the society.
have started to outnumber men in admissions to

Ans : 2014
v. Select the option that displays the most likely medical colleges and the trend continues to grow i. Yes, I think that putting a stop on manipulative
reason for stating that older people who live with stronger by the year, particularly over the last advertising regarding tobacco can help in reducing
family are no better. five years. During this period, India has produced
It is so because tobacco. This is so because it is the manipulative
4500 more female doctors than male ones. advertising that attracts many people towards it.
(a) they have additional burden of responsibility
2. In India women constituted 51% of the students By putting a stop on it, we can ensure that more
(b) they have no one who loves or cares for them joining medical colleges, cornering 23,522 seats Answer the following questions, based on given people are not afflicted by tobacco addiction.
(c) they also suffer from loneliness in 2014-15, compared to 22,934 men. In fact, in passage.
ii. (b) Consumption of tobacco is limited to only
(d) All of the above the neighbouring countries such as Pakistan and i. Do you think that putting a stop on manipulative lower income families
Bangladesh there are much higher portions of advertising regarding tobacco can help in reducing
vi. State a point to challenge the given statement : iii. (c) Lack of restrictions on its advertisements
women in medical colleges, with figures standing its consumption? Support your answer with
Joint Family System along with the need for
at 70% and 60% respectively. reference to text in about 40 words. iv. (a) a key to happy and healthy life
private space has brought challenges to the long
term elderly care. 3. According to the medical journal Lancet, only v. People are attracted towards tobacco through
17% of all allopathic doctors and 6% of those ii. Which of the following assumptions does the
passage negate? deceptive advertisements that show that tobacco
vii. Complete the given sentence with an appropriate in rural areas are women. This is less than one
consumption is good for a healthy life.
inference from the last paragraph of the passage. female allopathic doctor per 10,000 population (a) Consumption of tobacco is considered illegal

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ii. (d) It is higher than the figures in India. urbanised, and diversified with the growth of (b) In the absence of getting revenue, ISP’s have

Passage 6
iii. In the neurology department of AIIMS, the woman new industries, unlike most other regions in the to pay the rent directly for the Telkom. 1. Travel today, whether for purposes of business or
world. In fact, rapid growth experienced by the (c) Telkom and the British Telecom purchase the leisure, takes up 25-30% of the annual budget of
HOD attracts a lot of women joining faculty. It is
US and China in the past century illustrate how bandwidth from the same supplier. family, according to a survey conducted in 2021.
because the woman HOD becomes a role model
improving the gender balance in the workforce
and thus, more women are encouraged to join it. 2. Today, it is trending to spend money on
contributes to a nation’s economic growth. Female v. Which of the following country has become
iv. (c) Suraj: I perform surgeries. labour force participation is 56 percent in the US the second most powerful country in terms of experiences rather than consumables. Travel is
and 64 percent in China. computation? no longer looked at as just visiting a new place.
v. (a) 4500 It underlines an ethos, a culture, a pandora’s
6. The above correlation is also strengthened by a (a) India box full of surprises. People who love to travel
vi. According to a paper on women in medicine
2017 IMF study, which states that increasing the (b) Korea enjoy relaxation, new cultures, foreign food or
published in the journal ‘Indian Anthropologis’
female labour force participation will grow India’s (c) USA incredible landscapes different from their normal
by sociologist Dr Mita Bhadra, the gender gap
GDP by an estimated 27 percent. Contrast this surroundings. Some people enjoy the motion of
persists at the postgraduation and doctoral levels. (d) South Africa
with the projections made by the government’s travelling, being on a boat, plane, train or bus.
The percentage of women doctors here is around big idea reforms ‘Make in India’ and ‘Digital
one-third of male doctors. She also observed vi. Based on the understanding of the above extract, The list is endless and the reasons range from
India’, which aim to boost India’s growth by 16 suggest any similarity or dissimilarity between simple to complex. The study further revealed
that positions of leadership in academics and percent and 5 percent, respectively.
administration are still mostly occupied by men. Telkom and British Telecom. Answer in about 40 changing trends in travel tourism. While some are
7. Yet, GDP goals aside, the gender imbalance words. serious travellers who fall under the category of
vii. paraclinical in India’s workforce stunts future prospects medical tourism, a large percentage are splurging
for inclusive growth in the country. It deprives vii. Complete the sentence appropriately. on pleasure travel. When questioned on why, what
viii. FALSE.
women and girls from positions of role models in As the population of SA is so large, the perception are the benefits or purpose, the responses can be


Passage 11 the workplace, reduces their motivation to study of broadband has become _____ when we categorized under a few common headings.
further and perpetuates unhealthy socio-cultural compare to rest of the countries.
1. India’s labour market is the second largest in the 3. Those who do it for fun, for a sense of adventure,
world, after China, with a working age population attitudes. Leaving out one half of the population
viii. State TRUE or FALSE. to take on risks and challenges are the 18-30
of about 520 million people. In 10 years, it is from its workforce will also prolong India’s status
The title, ‘What caused the decline of South year-olds. While the 30-40 years bracket couple
expected to be the world’s largest as China’s as a developing country.
Africa, is appropriate for this passage. fun with education, a thirst for knowledge and
population aged 15 to 64 drops from 20.5 to 18.3

Ans : 2021 experience-to see beautiful places, explore cultures
percent. and cuisines. They believe that an ever-changing
i. Two possible reasons behind the given statement
2. While this positive demographic growth should be are as follows : environment is stimulating, refreshing and brings
advantageous for business, only a small portion endless learning opportunities. Those between the
1. It has been found through a survey that South
of India’s working age population is actually 40-50 years travelled to expand their minds and
Africa had only 0.4% telecom subscribers in
engaged in the formal workforce. The primary challenge perspectives. They want a break from
the world wide due to its high pricing.
reason being that barely one in four women are their soul-destroying lifestyles. The 60 years and
part of the country’s workforce. Today, industry 2. South Africa is also lagging behind because of above were the NOW travellers-they feel they
estimates show that women in India only make its huge and distributed population. might drop dead the day before they retire or be
up five to six percent of directorships at most ii. (b) Competition, interference and irregularity too old and unfit to travel, or take on, physical
listed companies; this after amendments to the challenges. The in-between 50-60 years adopt the
iii. By taking up broadband in educational best of both worlds.
Companies Act mandated at least one woman on
institutions, students won’t be able to get
company boards. 4. The survey concluded that travel has become an
the access for internet as it costs much to the
3. These figures underline the highly distorted nature institutions. It has become a hindrance for the integral part of people’s lives, and it provides us
of India’s labour market where women hold 45 educational institutions. our greatest stories, our most cherished moments
percent of university degrees but are either denied and countless learnings that broaden our horizons
employment opportunities or experience much iv. (c) Telkom and the British Telecom purchase the and above all teach us about ourselves and others.
slower career growth trajectories due to gender- bandwidth from the same supplier.
Age-wise distribution of holiday-goers in percentages
based discrimination. v. (c) USA
Age Adventure Education Relaxation Now Travellers
4. India has the lowest female labour force vi. Both Telkom and British Telecom’s purchase their Below 20 39 38 6 17
participation rate in its neighbourhood. At bandwidth from the same supplier; but Telkom
20 – 30 44 28 12 16
about 27 percent, it falls well below Sri Lanka,

Figure : Female Workforce Participation Rate in South marks up its costs by 80%, and British Telecoms
Bangladesh and Nepal. While female employment Asia by only 20%.
30 – 50 25 24 30 21
is higher in rural India, it is mostly as underpaid Above 50 8 10 40 42
and temporary labour, though even here the rate Answer the following questions, based on given vii. extremely bad/abysmal
of participation is declining. passage. viii. TRUE.
5. The overall rate of female labour force participation i. According to the passage, what may be a negative
declined as the Indian economy opened up, factor that can impact the positive growth of the

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the youth of India is not properly educated and if 12. In the meantime, we as citizens of the world and in rural areas, whereas the ratio is 6:5 in urban 73.8% in Estonia to 50.2% in Spain. In two non-
there are not enough jobs created, India will lose descendants of India have to make a difference. areas. OECD countries, Latvia and Lithuania, females
its opportunity forever. There are danger signs in We have to ensure that India and its youth attain 4. According to a paper on women in medicine accounted for over 74% and 70% of physicians.
abundance. that potential both through our business pursuits published in the journal ‘Indian Anthropologis’ In contrast, only one in five doctors in Japan
5. Fifty-three per cent of students in primary schools and the support of educational charities, on-the- by sociologist Dr Mita Bhadra, the gender gap and Korea were women. In the United States
drop out, one-third of children in Class V cannot ground proponents of participative democracy persists at the postgraduation and doctoral levels. it is one in three, confirming the fact that the
read, three quarters of schools do not have a as well as other deserving organizations and The percentage of women doctors here is around disproportion among women and men doctors is a
functioning toilet, female literacy is only 45 per initiatives. one-third of male doctors. She also observed universal phenomenon.
cent and 80 million children in the age group of 13. I believe that hope can triumph and that this can that positions of leadership in academics and Answer the following questions, based on the passage
6-14 do not even attend school. be India’s century-not one that will happen as administration are still mostly occupied by men. above.
6. India’s IT and BPO industries are engines of job surely as the sun will rise each day, but one that 5. In Pakistan, though 70% of medical students
many willing hands will need to create together. are women, only 23% of registered doctors were i. Infer the purpose of the survey as mentioned in
creation, but they still account for only 0.2 per
females because a large number of those who the given extract. Answer in about 40 words.
cent of India’s employment. The country has no Answer the following questions, based on given
choice but to dramatically industrialize and inflate graduated never took to practising. The trend
passage. ii. What is the number of women joining the medical
its domestic economy. According to a forecast by of more women joining the medical profession is
profession in Pakistan and Bangladesh? 1
the Boston Consulting Group, more than half of welcomed in all these countries as female doctors
i. India is on its way to establish a reputation as (a) It equals women doctors in India.
India’s unemployed within the next decade could are seen as committed and caring. A paper on
(a) production centre women in medicine published by Dr Rakesh (b) It is growing faster than the doctors in India.
be its educated youth. We cannot allow that to
happen. (b) back office to the world Chaddha and Dr Mamta Sood of the psychiatry (c) It is much lower than the figures in India.
(c) technology nerve centre department of AIIMS noted that medicine has been (d) It is higher than the figures in India.
7. India is stuck in a quagmire of labour laws that a male-dominated profession because it demands
hinder employment growth, particularly in the (d) all of these
long working hours that are disadvantageous to iii. How does the woman HOD impact faculty?
manufacturing sector. Inflexible labour laws women who, even today, struggle to juggle career
ii. Why is India amongst the youngest countries of
inhibit entrepreneurship so it is quite ironic and family responsibilities. iv. Identify the surgeon from the following three.
the world ? Answer in about 40 words.
that laws ostensibly designed to protect labour
6. Earlier, though women were largely restricted (a) Roshan: People come to me in fever.
actually discourage employment. iii. “This confidence has them demonstrating a great
to fields such as obstetrics, gynaecology and (b) Latasha: I work over tooth of the people.
8. Employment creation needs an abundant supply propensity to consume” the confidence referred
paediatrics, this is changing now. There has (c) Suraj: I perform surgeries.
of capital. Controls on foreign investment have here is :
always been a preponderance of women in pre-
resulted in China getting five times the foreign (a) India being the world’s back office. clinical subjects like anatomy, physiology and v. By how much did the female doctors have
direct investment, or an advantage of $200 billion (b) The feeling that India can be at least as good biochemistry and paraclinical subjects like outnumbered the male doctors in 125 years in
over the past five years. The growing interest in if not better than anyone else in the world. pharmacology, pathology and microbiology, right India?
India by global private equity firms offers well as from the 70s. In departments headed by women,
(c) India being a young country. (a) 4500
they represent pools of patient and smart capital, the women faculty was 49% as compared to just
but they too face many bureaucratic hurdles. (b) 4300
iv. State any one factor that is obstructing the 19% in those headed by men, says Dr Chaddha,
growth of employment in manufacturing sector in (c) 4000
9. When it comes to domestic capital availability, giving the example of the neurology department
budget deficits adding up to 10 per cent of the India. at the AIIMS, which saw a lot of women faculty (d) 2383
national GDP impede capital availability for joining when the HOD was a woman. ‘It is probably
v. Complete the sentence appropriately. vi. At what level did the gender gap persist in the
investment and infrastructure. because the head of the department becomes a
The narrator suggests _____ for creating more extract? What did Dr Mita Bhadra observe?
10. Raising infrastructure spending, coupled with rapid role model and more women are encouraged to
employment. Answer in about 40 words.
privatization, may not only create employment but join,’ said Dr Chaddha.
also address the growing gaps in infrastructure. vi. Synonym of the word morass is _____. 7. There are skews within the medical profession vii. Complete the sentence appropriately.
China has eight times the highway miles and has in most parts of the world with some medical Pharmacology, pathology and microbiology are
(a) Quagmire (b) Remorse
increased roads significantly in the past few years specialties, such as surgery and other disciplines termed as _____.
(c) Hiatus (d) Problem
while India has only inched along. Freight costs requiring emergency duty with irregular hours
at Indian ports are almost double the worldwide vii. According to the narrator, raising infrastructure being male-dominated. Even in the United viii. State TRUE or FALSE.
average, just to, give two examples. spending and rapid privatization will create more Kingdom, though women account for 56% of The title, “Studying is disadvantageous to
employment opportunities. TRUE or FALSE. those opting for medical education, 49% are women” is appropriate for the given passage.
11. Moreover like the Lilliputians that kept the giant

Ans : 2017
Gulliver tied down there are some 30,000 statutes in viii. The narrator states ‘India is stuck in a quagmire public health and only 8% are surgeons, according
to a Royal College of Physicians expert. i. The purpose of the survey as mentioned in the given
India of which only a portion are even operational of labour laws. Explain in about 40 words. extract is to confirm the fact that the disproportion
and these keep the employment creation engine

Ans : 2016 8. Among the Organization for Economic Co- among women and men doctors all over the world
tied down. Since there are no sunset provisions in i. (d) all of these operation and Development countries (OECD), is a universal phenomenon. Further, to prove his
any laws the regulatory morass only grows every across ten of them, predominantly from the
ii. India’s civilization has been from ancient times. confirmation, the researcher has provided statistics
year. erstwhile Eastern Bloc, the proportion of female
But despite the fact that its civilization has been also.
physicians is more than 50%, ranging from a high

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experts, for years have been calling for freeing up ii. (a) Lack of proper sewage systems v. What has made it easy for people to illegally take conducted for the United Nations. The survey of
the flow of rivers to allow them to rejuvenate. So iii. The presence of septic tanks result in the out money from banks? more than 10,000 respondents across Northern,
the good news for the moment is water resources (a) Aadhar numbers Southern, Western, Eastern and Central India
contamination of groundwater because they leak
Minister Uma Bharti’s announcement that no during May-June 2018, showed that 62.1% of
on the groundwater due to overflow. (b) Smart cards
new dams will be sanctioned on the Ganga if the the elderly did not get such care. More than half
project interrupts flow of the river. iv. (a) The sewage treatment capacity of the country (c) Net-banking of these people, 52.4%, said they primarily need
needs to be increased. (d) Mobile numbers traditional family support, says a study by Age
Answer the following questions, based on the passage
v. (d) Both (a) and (b) well Research and Advocacy Centre.
above. vi. Ease of access to information and technological
vi. The Water Aid report looks at sanitation systems advancement is the reason for the spurt in 2. Older people in India often face problems such as
i. What does the revealation by the Municipal
cybercrime cases. Give a reason for such a claim. disability, restricted mobility, loneliness, poverty
Corporation of Gurugram point to? Answer in in six states and presents a snapshots of how
Answer in about 40 words. and lack of awareness on accessing old-term care.
about 40 words. much wastewater is dumped untreated. It show
With a fast growing population of older people,
that 87% of water used by people of Delhi returns
ii. Which of the following is the reason for Yamuna vii. Complete the sentence based on the following the ever-increasing gap between generations and
as waste, out of which only 61% is treated.
being the most polluted rivers in the country? statement. the fast and demanding lifestyle of young people,
vii. Uttar Pradesh According to the passage, if accounts are not for a majority of older people, life is still a struggle
(a) Lack of proper sewage systems
viii. TRUE. properly secured, hackers can easily _____. for independence.
(b) Lack of treatment of contaminated water
viii. State TRUE or FALSE. 3. “According to 64% of elderly respondents,
(c) Flooding with the onset of rains


Passage 14 The government’s push for a more cashless loneliness, marginalisation and isolation are the
(d) Improper sanitation facilities most critical issues faced by bedridden, elderly
1. A number of citizens suffer from a variety of economy and card-based or wallet-based
transactions is not a well thought of decision. patients as they cannot visit, meet or interact
iii. Why does the presence of septic tanks result in diseases that can be linked to tobacco addiction.


Ans : with their relatives, friends and neighbours,” said
contamination of ground water? In a recent check-up camp organised by the 2019
Himanshu Rath, founder of Agewell Foundation.
Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA), 830 i. No, I do not think that cyber security alone would
iv. Which of the following facts can be inferred from 4. The elderly have to compromise and make
street children were examined and the following be able to reduce cyber crimes totally. It might
the given graph? adjustments in their lifestyle according to the
grim picture was established reduce the percentage of crimes but without
(a) The sewage treatment capacity of the country • All the boys, young and old, smoked ganja. wishes of the younger members of their families
proper laws to punish the criminals, it wouldn’t
needs to be increased. • Girls consumed supari or burnt tobacco to ensure they are cared for, the study revealed. It
be as effective.
(b) The condition of treatment of sewage is still powder. highlighted that 67.6% of the elderly being taken
better in class II cities. ii. (b) technological advancement care of their family members have to look after
• ‘Solutions’ or ‘white ink’ or ‘erasing fluids’
iii. The given statement is incorrect because while the children of the families. They have to perform
(c) The maximum contamination of water takes are also inhaled by these children to get a
tasks such as babysitting in return for proper care
place in Delhi. ‘high’ correct usage of internet will help in maintaining
and support.
• These substances are easily accessible, legal internet security, it does not guarantee cyber
v. What is true regarding the contaminated water? and cost a mere ` 2. security. The chances of fraud and crimes will still 5. “Around 73.7% said they have to take care of the
(a) Less than 20% of the contaminated water is But this trend is not only confined to any remain at the same level if we do not come up house and other properties of their younger family
treated. particular segment of society. According to with proper codes of security and stringent laws members to ensure long-term and palliative care
(b) Most of the contaminated water is dumped doctors, consumption of gutkha and smoking to punish offenders. in old age”, the study report said. “Over 75%
into the water bodies. is quite rampant amongst children from higher of respondents have to limit their personal social
iv. (a) Tech-savvy youth interactions as their family members direct them
(c) Contaminated water is the reason for the lack income groups.
v. (c) Net-banking to do so, otherwise their family members can
of potable water. 2. According to CPAA officials, consumption of avoid providing their basic needs of food and
(d) Both (a) and (b) gutkha has gone up considerably in the last vi. Ease of access to information and technological
medicines.”Most elderly respondents (68.5%) said
few years. Since there is no restriction on the advancement is the reason for the spurt in
vi. What information does the Water Aid report breaking up of the joint family system is one of
advertisements of this product, even during cybercrime cases because with net banking, a form the biggest factors for the challenges they face in
present? Answer in about 40 words. Ganesh festivals, companies producing gutkha of banking increasing in today’s’ world, all details getting long-term palliative care.
sponsor events and display huge ads. are easily availed through the internet. This form
vii. Complete the sentence appropriately. 6. Healthcare equipment such as wheelchairs, relief
The state of _____ in the country has the 3. Over 50% of the people screened so far are of banking has made it easy for criminals to
siphon off money from accounts. material such as adult diapers and care-giving
lowest treatment percentage. addicted to tobacco. The most common form service should be provided on a regular basis to
of tobacco use is gutkha and chewing tobacco. vii. spread viruses to steal data and even money destitute older people, who are bedridden and
viii. State TRUE or FALSE. Gutkha is being consumed by people of all ages,
viii. TRUE. suffering from acute mobility issues, the report
Delhi has the capacity to treat 61% of the upto 22 times a day. said.
wastewater it generates. 4 million people die every year due to tobacco


Ans : 2015
“Though providing long-term and palliative care
related causes. Unparalleled expansion of tobacco

Passage 9 to older persons comes in the purview of family
i. The revelation by the Municipal Corporation of production and its aggressive and unrestricted
1. A large majority of the elderly in India does not responsibilities in India, it is observed that older
Gurugram points to the problem of contamination promotion, especially in our country, confirms
get long-term and palliative care, revealed a study persons, who are financially independent, have
of water bodies due to sewage. the fears that by the year 2030, approximately

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vi. restrict more traditional media such as print book and from the dawn of human habitation, the country sewage network, the rest depending on septic tanks
vii. FALSE. newspapers. is still among the youngest countries in the world. and pit latrines. There are more numbers to raise
7. The decline in reading print media was especially This is because more than half of the country’s a stink about. More than 5 lakh pit latrines are
viii. The given statement is incorrect as the report population is under 25 years of age and more than unsanitary, being nothing more than open pits.
steep. In the early 1990s, 33 per cent of tenth-
from CPAA posits that it is children who are a third is under 15 years of age. More than 9 lakh toilets empty directly into drains.
graders said they read a newspaper almost every
most affected by tobacco addiction are children Among the 18% of urban household that don’t
day. By 2016, that number was only 2 per cent. In iii. (b) The feeling that India can be at least as good
between 7 and 8 years who smoke bidis with the the late 1970s, 60 per cent of twelfth-graders said have access to individual toilets, more than 12%
youngest being only 6 years old. if not better than anyone else in the world. resort to open defecation.
they read a book or a magazine almost every day;
by 2016, only 16 per cent did. Twelfth-graders iv. Uneducated youth 5. The story gets murkier beyond the numbers.


Passage 15 also reported reading fewer books each year in v. raising infrastructure spending and rapid Where sewers exist, they often leak or overflow.
2016 compared to how much they read in 1976 privatization Instead of being cleaned every few years, septic
1. News-If you can’t remember the last time, you and approximately one-third did not read a book tanks are left to accumulate fecal sludge that
saw a teenager reading a book, newspaper or vi. (a) Quagmire
(including e-books) for pleasure in the year prior percolates into ground water. When the tanks are
magazine, you’re not alone. In recent years, less to the 2016 survey. vii. TRUE. cleaned the black water is disposed off in fields
than 20 per cent of teen report reading a book, and water bodies, once again contaminating open
magazine or newspaper daily for pleasure. More 8. There’s no lack of intelligence among young people. viii. The country’s slow employment growth has
However due to over dependence on digital media fresh water.
than 80 per cent say they use social media every left the youths of the country unable to do
day, according to a research published by the they find it difficult to focus for long periods of anything. Added to this are the various ‘laws’ 6. The Water Aid report looks at sanitation systems
World Psychological Association. time and to read long-form text. Subsequently, that hinder growth. The many laws laid down in six states and offers a snapshot of how much
they find it challenging to understand complex by the government with the supposed intention wastewater is dumped untreated. Delhi, for
2. “Compared with previous generations, teens in the issues and develop critical thinking skills. instance, uses 4,346 million litres of water per
2010s spent more time online and less time with of making more jobs available are in actuality,
discouraging employment. day of which 87% returns as waste. However,
traditional media, such as books, magazines and Delhi has the capacity to treat only 61% of the
television,” said lead author of the book yGen and total wastewater it generates. The class I cities of
professor of psychology at ABC University. ‘Time

Passage 13
Maharashtra together consume water three times
on digital media has displaced the time that was 1. The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram recently as much as Delhi does, turn 80% of that into sewage
once spent enjoying a book or watching TV’ admitted before the National Green Tribunal and treat less than half of their total wastewater.
3. Swaner and her colleagues analyse data that untreated sewage from the city mixes with The statistics are far worse for class II cities.
concluded from an ongoing study of a nationally treated wastewater in the drains into the Yamuna.
representative sample of approximately 50,000 The putrid river that flows through New Delhi is
eighth, tenth and twelfth grade students annually. only one of the many severely polluted surface
They looked at survey results from 1976 to 2016, water bodies in the country. Government agencies
Answer the following questions, based on given
representing more than 1 million teenagers. While estimate that as much of 80% of India’s surface
passage. water is contaminated and most of it comes from
the study started with only twelfth-graders in the
1970s, eighth and tenth-graders were added in i. Infer two possible ways that the survey, mentioned sewage.
1991. in the given extract, could be beneficial. Answer 2. The effects of this contamination are immediately
in about 40 words. felt with the onset of the monsoons. No sooner
4. Use of digital media increased substantially from
2006 to 2016. Among twelfth-graders, internet use had the rains begun the reports of water-borne
ii. Select the option that displays the most likely
during leisure time doubled from one to two hours diseases like diarrhoea and cholera breakouts
reason for the study of this research.
per day during that period. It also increased 75 trickled in from Delhi, Pune, Varanasi and Chennai
(a) To know about reading choices of teenagers as broken water pipes and flooding allowed fecal
per cent for tenth-graders and 68 per cent for
eighth-graders. (b) To know about digital competency of sludge mix (polluted water) into potable water.
teenagers 3. The Central Pollution Control Board in 2009
5. “In the mid-2010s, the average twelfth grader
(c) To know about speed of reading text calculated that major cities and towns together
reported spending approximately two hours a day
texting, just over two hours a day on the internet (d) To know about the decline of time spent on generate more than 38 billion litres of sewage
which included gaming and just under two hours traditional media everyday, of which only 30% is collected. Less

Figure : Percentage of Total Wastewater that is Treated
a day on social media,” said Swaner. That’s a than 20% of this is treated because that’s all
iii. Do you think that the researchers of this study the treatment capacity available. The rest is just 7. Even with the creation of the National Urban
total of about six hours per day on just three
added eighth and tenth graders to the survey, emptied into rivers, lakes, seas and ponds. Sanitation Policy in 2008 and several thousands of
digital media activities during their leisure time.
deliberately? Support your answer with reference crores being spent by states on sewage networks,
6. In comparison, tenth-graders reported a total of 4. A soon-to-be-released report by Water Aid India
to the text. the problem has grown worse in the last five years.
five hours per day and eighth-graders reported on fecal sludge management documents the chinks
(gaps) in India’s sewage system. Seventeen million, The Water Aid report recommends enforcing
four hours per day on those three digital activities. iv. Identify the person who uses social media from a national building code, public promotion
Consequently, the spent time in the digital world the three following people. or roughly 20%, of urban households, lack sanitation
facilities, the report says. Among those that have campaigns and decentralising sewage treatment
is seriously degrading the time they spend on (a) Anchal – I’m using WhatsApp since morning. plants as remedies to the sewage problem. Water
access to sanitation only 32% are connected to a

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vi. What is the recommendation to the readers from Indian labour force? Answer in about 40 words. iii. The result of the gender imbalance in the Indian
researcher’s point of view? Answer in about 40 workforce include
words. ii. What is the reason for the highly destorted nature
(a) Reduction in future prospects of inclusive
of the female workforce in India’s labour market?
growth
vii. Complete the sentence appropriately. (a) Women are unskilled and uneducated
Pollution caused by transports is much more than (b) Reduction in motivation to study further
(b) Women are denied employment opportunities
_____. (c) Perpetuation of unhealthy socio-cultural
(c) Women have slower career growth
attitudes
viii. State TRUE or FALSE. (d) Both (b) and (c)
iv. (b) need of more women participation in the
The use of diesel generator is responsible for more iii. What is the result of the gender imbalance in workforce
than fifty per cent of air pollution. India’s workforce?


Ans : 2013 v. (b) The female labour force participation declined
i. The main idea of the survey, highlighted in the iv. Complete the given sentence by selecting the most in the Indian economy.
given passage is to educate people about the appropriate option. vi. As per the information given in the text, a 2017
threat of air pollution. It also discusses the causes The given passage highlights _____. IMF study states that increase in the female
of air pollution such as traffic and transportation (a) gaps in women empowerment in the workforce labour participation will grow India’s GDP by
problems, inadequate drainage facilities, lack of (b) need of more women participation in the 27%.
Answer the following questions, based on the given open spaces, carbon emission and the accumulation workforce
of waste, etc. vii. gender-based discrimination
passage. (c) the reasons for declining GDP
ii. (c) Cause: traffic and transportation problem :: viii. FALSE.
i. Infer main idea of the survey in about 40 words, v. Which of the following statements is NOT
highlighted in the given passage. effect : 4.6 million deaths
substantiated by information in Paragraph 4?

Passage 12
iii. Around 4.6 million people lose their lives every (a) Leaving out one half of the population from
ii. Select the option that displays the correct ‘cause 1. Today, India looks like it is on course to join the
year in India due to air pollution. its workforce will also prolong India’s status
and effect’ relationship. league of developed nations. It is beginning to
(a) Cause : air pollution :: effect respiratory iv. (c) Hamid – I’m suffering from respiratory as a developing country.
establish a reputation not just as the technology
diseases disorders. (b) The female labour force participation declined nerve centre and back-office for the world, but
(b) Cause : lack of open spaces :: effect : mega v. (b) Urbanization leads to deterioration of air in the Indian economy. also as its production centre. India’s secularism
cities quality. (c) Female labour force participation is 56 and democracy serve as a role model to other
percent in the US and 64 percent in China. developing countries. There is great pride in an
(c) Cause: traffic and transportation problem :: vi. The researcher advises people to follow pollution
(d) Rapid growth experienced by the US and China Indian that easily integrates with a global economy,
effect : 4.6 million deaths averting activities seriously. He wants people to
in the past century illustrate how improving yet maintains a unique cultural identity.
(d) Cause : air quality monitoring stations :: reduce vehicular emissions, which may help in
effect : emission of NO2 reducing air pollution. the gender balance contributes to a nation’s 2. But what is breathtaking is India’s youth. Despite
economic growth. being an ancient civilization that traces itself
vii. the pollution caused by industries to the very dawn of human habitation, India is
iii. How many people lose their lives due to air
pollution every year in India? viii. FALSE. vi. Based on the reading of the text, state a point, in among the youngest countries in the world. More
about 40 words, to challenge the statement. than half the country is under 25 years of age and
iv. Identify the person suffering from a disease caused Increase in female labour participation will affect more than a third is under 15 years of age.
due to air pollution. our GDP adversely.
3. Brought up in the shadow of the rise of India’s
(a) Roshani – I’m suffering from fever since last service industry boom, this group feels that it
vii. Complete the sentence based on the following
week. statement. can be at least as good if not better than anyone
(b) Ciara – I’m suffering from baldness. Women in India experience a much slower growth. else in the world. This confidence has them
(c) Hamid – I’m suffering from respiratory

Passage 17 This happens because of _____. demonstrating a great propensity to consume,
disorders. 1. Our history makes it evident that the Indian throwing away ageing ideas of asceticism and
Plastics Industry made a vigorous beginning in viii. State TRUE or FALSE. thrift. Even those who do not have enough to
v. Which of the following is the correct opinion of 1957 but it took more than 30 years for it to The rapid growth made by UK in the past century consume today feel that they have the capability
the researcher on the development of mega cities? pervade Indian lifestyles. In 1979, ‘the market for was due to the improving gender balance in the and opportunity to do so.
(a) Mega cities are the right spots to study air plastics’ was just being seeded by the state-owned workforce.
4. The economic activity created by this combination
pollution.

Ans : 2016
Indian Petro-Chemicals and it was only in 1994 of a growing labour pool and rising consumption
(b) Urbanization leads to deterioration of air that plastic soft drink bottles became a visible i. According to the passage, Lack of the younger demand is enough to propel India to double digit
quality. source of annoyance. working population in the formal workforce can economic growth for decades. One just has to look
(c) Cities face transportation problems due to 2. In the same year, people in other cities were negatively impact the positive growth of the at the impact that the baby boomers in the US had
concerned about the state of public sanitation Indian labour force. over decades of economic activity, as measured by
heavy traffic.
and also urged regulatory bodies to ban the equity and housing prices. This opportunity also
(d) Cities face the problem of congestion. ii. (d) Both (b) and (c)
represents the greatest threat to India’s future. If

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ii. (d) Because people are concerned about public production, distribution and use of plastic bags. Answer the following questions, based on given
sanitation. However, the challenge was greater than it passage.
appeared at first.
iii. It can be concluded with the production of i. Infer what does our history make evident, as
plastics in 2019 that India’s trajectory of plastic 3. The massive generation of plastic waste in India mentioned in paragraph 1. Answer about in 40
production was increasing. is due to rapid urbanisation, spread of retail words.
chains, plastic packaging from grocery to food
iv. (b) Shivam – I am drinking soft drink in plastic and vegetable products, to consumer items and ii. Why do people demand a ban on plastics?
bottle as it is cheaper than tin can. cosmetics. The projected high growth rates of (a) Because of political pressure.
v. (d) Andhra Pradesh GDP and continuing rapid urbanisation suggest (b) Because of personal interests.
that India’s trajectory of plastic consumption and
vi. Ten states of India are sending their plastic (c) Because of rapid decrease in plastic bottles.
plastic waste is likely to increase.
collected waste to cement plants for co-processing, (d) Because people are concerned about public
12 other states are using plastic waste for polymer sanitation.
bitumen road construction and others are using it
iii. What can one conclude about the production of
for waste to energy plants and oil production. 4. It wasn’t just that we lost a lot of mammals. plastics in 2019? Answer with reference to the
vii. more sustainable and holistic way It was almost exclusively the world’s largest graph given in the extract.
mammals that vanished. This big decline of
viii. FALSE. mammals is referred to as the Quaternary iv. Identify the user who did not accept the ban of
Megafauna Extinction (QME). The QME led to plastic bottles in India.
the extinction of more than 178 of the world’s (a) Sunaina – I am buying a soft drink tin can as
large mammals (‘megafauna’). plastic bottles after use create foul smell.
5. Many researchers have grappled with the question (b) Shivam – I am drinking soft drink in plastic
of what caused the QME. Most evidence now bottle as it is cheaper than tin can.
points towards humans as the primary driver. (c) Harpreet – I love soft drinks, therefore, I am
4. According to the United Nations Environment


Passage 18 Most of this human impact came through
Programme (UNEP) report of 2018, India stands buying a tin can.
hunting. There might also have been smaller local
1. To understand how the richness of the mammal among few other countries like France, Mongolia
impacts through fire and other changes to natural v. Which of the following is an example that is
kingdom has changed, we need a metric that and several African countries that have initiated
landscapes. When our ancestors arrived in Europe, currently sending its collected waste to cement
captures a range of different animals and is total or partial national-level bans on plastics in
the European megafauna went extinct; when they plants for co-processing, as per the extract?
comparable over time. We could look at their their jurisdictions. On World Environment Day in
arrived in North America, the mammoths went
abundance-the number of individuals we have- 2018, India vowed to phase out single-use plastics (a) Goa
extinct; then down to South America, the same.
but this is not ideal. We would be counting every by 2022, which gave a much needed impetus to (b) Delhi
species equally, from a mouse to an elephant, and 6. What’s most shocking is how few humans were bring this change. (c) Madurai
this metric would therefore make an ecosystem responsible for this large-scale destruction of
5. In this context, thereafter ten states (Andhra (d) Andhra Pradesh
taken over by the smallest mammals look much wildlife. There were likely fewer than 5 million
Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh,
richer than one in which bigger mammals roam. people in the world. Around half the population
Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Odisha, vi. What step must be taken to combat the challenges
If the world’s mouse populations multiplied and of London today.
Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu) are currently sending of plastic waste management? Answer in about 40
multiplied-maybe even to the detriment of other 7. A global population half the size of London helped their collected waste to cement plants for co- words.
animals-then this abundance metric might suggest drive tens to hundreds of the world’s largest processing, twelve other states/UTs are using plastic
that these ecosystems were thriving. mammals to extinction. The per capita impact waste for polymer bitumen road construction and vii. Complete the sentence appropriately.
of our hunter-gatherer ancestors was huge. The still four other states are using the plastic waste for The time is now to formulate robust and inclusive
2. Instead, ecologists often use metric biomass. This
romantic idea that our hunter-gatherer ancestors waste-to-energy plants and oil production. A world National Action Plans to combat the plastic
means that each animal is measured in tons of
lived in harmony with nature is deeply flawed. of greater possibilities has now opened up to initiate jeopardy in a _____.
carbon, the fundamental building block of life.
Biomass gives us a measure of the total biological Humans have never been ‘in balance’ with nature. appropriate and concrete actions to build up the
Tracing the footsteps of our ancestors will help viii. State TRUE or FALSE.
productivity of an ecosystem. necessary institutions and systems before oceans The projected growth rates of GDP and continuing
reveal the level of extinction. turn, irreversibly into a thin soup of plastic.
3. If we go back to around 100,000 years ago-a time rapid urbanisation suggest that India’s trajectory
when there were very few early humans and only Answer the following questions, based on given 6. However there is no one single masterstroke to of plastic consumption is likely to decrease
in Africa-all of the wild land mammals on Earth passage. counter the challenges witnessed by the staggering tremendously.
summed up to around 20 million tons of carbon. i. The writer states, ‘Humans have never been in plastic waste management in the country. The

Ans : 20111

This is shown as the first column in the chart. The balance with nature. What do you understand by time is now to formulate robust and inclusive i. The Indian history makes it quite evident that
mammoths, European lions, and ground sloths this? Answer in about 40 words. National Action Plans and while doing so, the
the Indian Plastics Industry made a vigorous
were all part of this. By around 10,000 years ago, country will establish greater transparency to
beginning in 1957 but it took more than 30 years
we saw a huge decline in wild mammals. This is ii. The writer used the term ‘metric’ to refer to combat the plastic jeopardy in a more sustainable
for it to pervade Indian lifestyles. In due course of
shown in the second column. _____. and holistic way.
time, it made its place in every household.

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promoting inclusive growth, it has been identified 7. The share of processed food in world especially (a) a degree of temperature iv. (c) 2, 3 and 4
as one of the key thrust areas under the ‘Make in Indian exports in value terms has remained stable (b) a degree of education v. The Quaternary Megafauna Extinction (QME)
India’ programme. over the years. In 2018, it accounted for 6.5 (c) a degree of measurement refers to the large-scale decline of wild mammals
4. Food processing is defined as transforming percent of total world processed exports and 5.7 (d) a degree of freedom from nature.
agricultural products into food that are in percent of total world exports.
iii. What do you think is the main theme of the given vi. From the given statement, we can say that
consumable form or transforming one food item 8. With the increasing importance of processed food
passage? wherever humans move or set foot on, the
into another by adding value to it (Government in consumers’ food basket, quality standards have
of India, 2019). Based on physical properties of also emerged as an important factor with new (a) Humans are the primary cause of most mammal population of that particular area
the final product, the Ministry of Food Processing regulations. The food system is being regulated mammal extinction. began to dwindle, to the extent of extinction of
Industries categorises food processing under two through a mix of private-public standards which (b) Humans deserve to live longer than most certain species. Be it Europe, North America or
sub-categories, viz. (i) manufactured processes, provide the basis of competitive strategies mammals. South America, human’s arrival resulted in the
whereby the original physical properties of the while also proving to be entry barriers. The (c) The Quaternary Megafauna Extinction is a extinction of certain species of mammals.
product undergo a change through a process implementation of quality standards has been result of time lapse. vii. TRUE.
involving employees, power, machines or money an issue of contention between developed and
and the transformed product is edible and has developing countries. iv. What are the main causes of mammal extinction viii. Romanticism, an 18th century literary concept
a commercial value and (ii) other value-added in nature? that celebrates the relationship of nature and
Answer the following questions, based on given common man, is used to try to make a reference
processes where the product does not undergo 1. weakness
passage. to how humans and animals have a peaceful
any manufacturing process, but gains significant 2. hunting
value addition like increased shelf life, shelled and i. List two advantages of processed food as coexistence. But contrary to this notion, the given
3. natural causes
ready for consumption, etc. mentioned in the passage. Answer in about 40 passage shows how humans have been detrimental
4. fire
words. for the mammalian population. It was because
5. Depending on the type and extent of value 5. accidents of humans that major mammals such as the
addition, it is categorised as primary and ii. Which of the following leads to a change in the (a) 1, 2, and 3 (b) 1 and 4 mammoth, European lions and ground sloths
secondary processing. Primary processing relates food consumption pattern? (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 3 and 4
to conversion of raw commodity to one that is fit have become extinct.
(a) Urbanisation (b) Demographic shifts
for consumption. It involves steps such as drying, v. What is the QME?
threshing, cleaning, grading, sorting, packing, etc. (c) Improved transportation (d) All of these


Passage 19
Secondary processing involves creation of value vi. Consider the statement :
iii. What are drying threshing and grading a part of? 1. India is a major producer of several agricultural/
added products like bread, wine, sausages, etc. When our ancestors arrived in Europe, the
European megafauna went extinct; when they food items in the world but only less than 10
6. The importance of processed food items in the iv. According to the passage, why India has become
arrived in North America, the mammoths went percent of that is processed. Demand for processed
consumer basket has increased globally over time. self-reliant?
food items is set to increase in India in the
With higher income, urbanisation, demographic (a) Agriculture extinct; then down to South America, the same.
coming years providing opportunities for greater
shifts, improved transportation and changed What can you infer from this statement?
(b) Stable income value addition, lower wastages and alternative
consumer perceptions regarding quality and employment opportunities. Analysis of corporate
(c) Employment opportunities vii. State whether TRUE or FALSE.
safety, food consumption patterns have changed data shows that food processing firms have been
Based on the two columns, it can be seen that
over the years. Further, advertising through mass v. Based on the reading of the text, state a point to profitable, but the value addition component
there is a 5 million tons of carbon decline in the
media/social media is also found to have resulted challenge the given statement. Answer in about needs to increase significantly.
in a higher demand-led Food Processing Industry biomass of mammals.
40 words. 2. India has made vast progress overtime in providing
(FPI) growth in India. Quality standards do not play an important role viii. What do you think the writer meant when
using the word ‘romantic idea to refer to the food security for its people and has become largely
in FPI. self-reliant in agriculture. Accordingly, the policy
relationship of humans with nature? Answer in
vi. Complete the given sentence by selecting the most about 40 words. focus has shifted from attaining self-sufficiency
appropriate option.

Ans : 2010
to generating higher and stable income for the
What does the given passage highlight? farming population. Food Processing Industry
i. By stating that humans have never been in (FPI) is one area which has the potential to add
(a) The system of imports and exports balance with nature, the writer seems to point value to farm output, create alternate employment
(b) The growing demand of processed food the fact that humans and mammals do not have opportunities, improve exports and strengthen the
(c) The food capacity of India a peaceful coexistence. Any action done by us domestic supply chain.
(d) The share of Indian exports in food market has always affected nature one way or the other,
3. India, with about 11.2 percent of total arable land
thereby resulting in either a loss, or even death of in the world, is ranked first in the production
vii. State TRUE or FALSE. animals and plants. of milk, pulses and jute, second in fruits and
In the future, the demand for processed food vegetables and third in cereals (Government of
ii. (c) a degree of measurement
items in Northern India is going to increase. India, 2019). It is also the sixth largest food and
iii. (a) Humans are the primary cause of most
viii. Complete the sentence appropriately with One grocery market in the world (Law, et al., 2019).
mammal extinction.


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CHAPTER 1
iii. Why is acclimatisation much tougher in Sikkim
than elsewhere?

iv. Which of these statements is incorrect?

(a) Sikkim lies in a mere 110 kms by 65 kms of
mountains, peaks, glaciers, rivers and forests.
Notices
(b) Sikkim is about 7000 sq. km.
(c) Sikkim shares its eastern border with Nepal.

v. Complete the sentence appropriately.

Synonym of ‘unrivalled’ is _____.
1. Introduction 6. As a notice usually announces an upcoming
(a) riddled event/celebration, etc., so future time
(b) outstanding A notice is an important written communication reference is used while writing a notice.
tool that is used by both individuals and
(c) unfit 7. A notice should have all the details related to
organizations to announce upcoming events or to
(d) hideous the event. It must have an answer to what,
provide information about upcoming functions,
when, where, why, how.
events, and occasions. It is formal in tone. A
vi. The narrator states “in a mere 80 kms as the crow notice is usually affixed on the noticeboard by an 8. The information should be presented
flies....’. What is significant about this statement? organization or institution to announce an event, accurately and concisely.
vii. Give an appropriate title for the given passage. celebration or some important information, etc. 9. The language should be formal.
10. It must be in third person, i.e. pronouns like
viii. State TRUE or FALSE. I, me, you, mine, your, etc. should not be
Sikkim isn’t a mountain region of mere subjective 2. Types of Notice used.
beauty?’ What does “this” stand for in the line? 1. Notice for Meeting 11. Use present tense or future tense.


Ans : 2005
12. Adhere to the word limit, if mentioned in the
2. Notice for events like Competition/Tour/
i. 1. Sikkim is a region so wild and exotic, with Celebration/Annual Sports/Cultural event, question.
geographic and climatic extremes that enables etc.
or ensures access to adventurous activities.
3. Notice for Lost or Found 4. Format of notice
2. It has the most variegated flora and fauna
4. Notice for Exhibition/Campaigns/Seminar/
possible anywhere in the mountains, with
Workshop/Debate/Other Literary Event Name and address of Institution/
a temperature ranging from tropical to the
5. Notice for Appeal/Warning/Guideline/ Organization
typical arctic type.
Message in Public Interest NOTICE
ii. (c) Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder Date of Issue
6. Notice for Change of Name/Residence/
iii. It is because the sharp stages involved in climbing Company/Bank/Account/Timings, etc.
and being closer in latitude to the Tropic of Heading/Title
7. Notice for Miscellaneous
Cancer. Body of the Notice (including details like date,
day, time, venue, name of the concerned person,
iv. (c) Sikkim shares its eastern border with Nepal.
3. Points to remember etc.)
v. (b) outstanding
General points to be remembered while writing a Full name
vi. By using the word ‘mere’ in referring to the notice are as follows : (Designation)
distance between the plains of Sikkim and Mt.
1. A notice is always written in a box.
Kanchenjunga, the narrator presents the contrast.
2. It must be dated.
Sikkim is on the plains and just a short distance
3. It should have the title, which is not a
5. Parts of a Notice
from it is the third highest mountain in the world.
This shows a unique feature of the small state. complete sentence. There are three parts of a notice which are as
4. It should always have the name, the follows :
vii. Sikkim : Why it is So Unique
designation and the signature of the issuing Format
viii. TRUE. authority. It includes the name of the organization issuing
5. A notice is generally written in complete the notice, the word ‘Notice’, date, heading or


 sentences, but at time phrases are also subject of the notice, name and designation of
acceptable. the person who has issued the notice at the end
of notice.

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IMPORTANT QUESTION 11. You lost your wristwatch in your school auditorium. ‘School Uniforms Should be Banned’.
It must address the questions What, When, Write a notice in not more than 50 words for your

Ans : 2016

Where, How, Why, etc. and contain all the other 1. You lost your wallet in the school playground. school notice board giving a detailed description
Write a notice for your school notice board giving ST. GIRI PUBLIC SCHOOL, MATHURA
relevant details related to the subject of the of the watch. You are Anirudh/Arundhati of class
notice. all the necessary details. XII of Springfield School, Pune. NOTICE


Ans : 2022

Ans : 2017 25 April 20xx
Expression
APJ School, Delhi SPRINGFIELDS SCHOOL, PUNE DEBATE COMPETITION
It relates to the overall grammatical and spelling
accuracy as well as fluency. NOTICE NOTICE All the students are hereby informed that an
24th October, 2016 English Debate competition of the Zonal Level
Lost! Lost! Lost!


 will be held in the school as per the details
Lost Wallet in the playground Dear students,
given below :
This Information is about a wallet which I, This notice is to inform that a (brands name )
Abhinay Gupta of class XI-A, has lost. It wrist watch was lost in our school auditorium Date : 7 May 20xx
went missing in or around the playground on 4/4/18. It’s colour is blue with black thick Time : 10:00 a.m.
of the school, in recess hour. The wallet is straps. It would be a great help if you could Venue : School Auditorium
chocolate-brown in color. It is an Eskee wallet search for the wrist watch. Anyone who finds Topic : School uniforms should be banned.
and contains my school id and multiple other this watch should return to the office or to Time limit : 3-4 mins. One each in favour and
essential documents. If the wallet is found by Arundhathi of class XII as soon as possible. The against. Interested students may give their
any staff or student, s/he is humbly requested finders will get a treat from the canteen. name in pair to the undersigned by 2 May.
to submit it in the school office. Yours Faithfully
Arundhathi For further details, contact the undersigned.
Student of XI-A
Abhinay Gupta Manak
12. Your school is organizing a SPICMACAY
(Head Boy)
programme on the occasion of the World Dance
2. You lost your wristwatch in your school auditorium. Day wherein the renowned Bharatanatyam
Write a notice in nbt more than 50 words for your dancer, Geeta Chandran would be giving a lecture 14. You are Health Secretary, Students Council
school notice board giving a detailed description demonstration. As the President, Cultural Society Citizens Public School, Ram Bagh, Varanasi. The
of the watch. You are Anirudh/Arundhati of class of your school, draft a notice in about 50 words, Council has decided to start from the second of
XII of Springfield School, Pune. informing the students about the same. You are October a week-long cleanliness drive around the


Ans : 2022 Rakhsita/Rohit of MVN Public School. school. Draft a notice in about 50 words asking


Ans : 2017
the Class XI students to enrol for the drive.
Spring Field School, Pune

Ans : 2016

NOTICE MVN Public School

Students Council Citizens Public School,
5 November, 20xx NOTICE Rani Bagh
Lost/Found 24 March, 20xx
NOTICE
I lost my Fastrack wristwatch today in our SPICMACAY Presentation by Geeta 25 September 20xx
school auditorium. It’s an analogue watch with Chandran
a white case, white dial, colourful numerals and Cleanliness Drive
On the occasion of World Dance Day, our school
white silicon strap. A suitable reward will be The Students Council of the school has decided
is organising a SPICMACAY programme,
given to the one who finds and returns it to the to start a week-long cleanliness drive around
where Geeta Chandran would be giving lecture
undersigned. the school from 2 October. It is in keeping with
demonstration. You all are hereby invited
Anirudh Roy to attend the same and make the occasion the spirit of Prime minister’s initiative “Swachh
XII-B memorable. Bharat Abhiyaan”. Students of class XI are
When : 27 March, 20xx requested to enrol for the drive as volunteers.
Where : School Auditorium Registration is open for two days, 28 September
3. As Teacher Co-ordinator of the Quiz Club of
and 29 September, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
AMM School, Pune, draft a notice in not more Rohit
than 50 words informing students of the inter- (President, Cultural society) Vinay Kapoor
class quiz contest asking them to register their (Health Secretary)
names with the Secretary of the Club within a 13. You are Manak/Meera, the Head Boy/Girl of
week. St. Giri Public School, Mathura. Write a notice 15. As the Director, Primary Section, write a notice
in about 50 words informing the students about in about 50 words for the children announcing the
the debate competition in the school on the topic programme for the Children’s Day.

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Ans : 2019
the national flag of the country from the ramparts

Ans : 2021

Ans : 2020

MALVIYA NAGAR RESIDENTS’ WELFARE of the Red Fort and address the nation. Massive A.M.M. School, Pune St. John’s School, Lucknow
ASSOCIATION, BLOCK A arrangements for seating and security are in the
NOTICE NOTICE
offing. The Delhi Traffic Police will be making
NOTICE 21 April, 20xx 20 Aug., 20xx
traffic diversions on the big day in order to avoid
15 December 2022
inconvenience to the travellers and commuters, Register for Quiz Competition Inter-School Football Match
New Year Bash 2023 it has issued a public notice about the same. This is to inform all students of classes VI-XII An Inter-school football match will be held on
Malviya Nagar Residents’ Welfare Association, Reproduce the notice. You are Jayram Patil of that an interclass quiz competition will be held Friday 25th August, 20xx, 9:00 a.m. onwards
Block A is organising a grand New Year Party Chanakya Puri, New Delhi. this Friday, 25 April, 20xx in the audio - visual at our school playground. All students are
in the colony on 31 December 2022. The

Ans : 2018
room from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm. Maximum requested to be present at the venue to cheer
celebrations will begin by 6 pm onwards. The
Delhi Traffic Police number of students representing per class is and encourage the participants. Contact the
residents are requested to join enthusiastically
three. Those interested can give their names to under signed for further query.
and make it a grand bash. NOTICE the secretary of the Quiz Club for registration.
Sumptuous food, games, music, dance, prizes, 14 August 20xx Mahender
and surprises are on the cards. XYZ
Kindly deposit 500 per head with Mr. Traffic Diversion
(Teacher Co-ordinator, Quiz Club) 6. Your school is celebrating Grandparents’ Day
Krishnakant Kalra (Treasurer). This is to inform the citizens of Delhi that the next week. Write a notice in 50 words to be put
Sd/- route from ISBT to Red Fort via Kashmere 4. Water supply will be suspended for eight hours up on the school notice board informing students
Dharam Sethi Gate will remain closed in view of security (10 am to 6 pm) on 6th of March for cleaning of of the celebration and requesting them to be
President arrangements for the Independence Day the water tank. Write a notice in about 50 words present with their grandparents. You are Samir/
Residents’ Welfare Association, Block A Celebrations at the Red Fort on 15 August advising the residents to store water for a day. Suman, Head Boy/Head Girl ABC Sen. Sec.
20XX. No vehicles will be allowed on this route You are Karan Kumar/Karuna Bajaj, Secretary, School, Delhi.
8. You are Vijay Dhawan, a student of Florence from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. All the commuters and Janata Group Housing Society, Palam Vihar,

Ans : 2020
Nightingale Convent, Rohtas Nagar, Aurangabad. travellers should use the Outer Ring Road to Kurnool.
Your school is planning an Inter-House poster reach the ISBT. Inconvenience is regretted.

Ans : 2021
ABC Sen. Sec. School, Delhi.
making competition to conclude the week-long Issued in public interest by NOTICE:
Environment Week. As the secretary of the Janata Group Housing Society January 29, 2019
Sd/-
school’s cultural association, write a notice in The Chief Commissioner Palam Vihar, Kurnool
about 50 words informing students of classes IX- Grandparent’s day Celebration
Delhi Traffic Police Notice
XII about the competition. We are glad to notify you that we have planned
4th March, 20xx


Ans : 2018 to celebrate Grandparent’s day in our school
10. You are the Secretary of your School Literary Suspension of Water Supply: premises on February 9, 2019 at 5 pm. So, we
Florence Nightinllgale Convent Association. Write a notice in not more than 50 Residents are hereby informed that water request all the students of the school to take
words for your school notice board, giving details supply will be suspended for eight hours (10 am part in the celebration with their grandparents.
NOTICE
of the proposed inauguration of the Literary to 6 pm) on 6th March for cleaning of the water Our school correspondent Mrs Menaka Suresh
20 October, 20xx
Association of your school. You are ‘XYZ’ of Jain tank. Residents are advised to make necessary will honour the function.
INTER-HOUSE POSTER MAKING Vidyashram, Cuddalore. For more details, contact
arrangements to store water for a day. We regret
COMPETITION

Ans : 2018 the inconvenience caused.
Sanskriti, the school’s cultural association invites Samir
students of classes IX to XII to participate in JAIN VIDYASHARAM, CUDDALORE Karan Kumar Head Boy
the Inter- House poster making competition to Secretary ABC Sen. Sec. School, Delhi
NOTICE
round off the week-long Environment Week on 1 March, 20xx
27 October, 20XX at 10 am. The participants School Literary Association Inauguration
will bring their own material. The topics will
All students and staff are cordially invited
be declared on the spot. The best entries will
to the inauguration of the school’s Literary
be rewarded. Those interested should register
Association on Monday, 10 March 20xx in the
their names with the undersigned by Saturday,
school library, 11 a.m. onwards. Our Chief
this week.
Guest, renowned writer, Ms. Arundhati Roy,
Sd/- shall speak to the students on the importance 5. You are Mahender, Sports Captain, St. John’s 7. You are the president of the Malviya Nagar
Vijay Dhawan of reading and writing. School, Lucknow. Write a notice in 50 words for Residents’ Welfare Association, Block A and
Secretary the school notice board informing students about you are organising a “New Year Party” in your
XYZ an Inter School Football match to be played in area. Draft a notice as Dharam Sethi informing
(Secretary, Literary Association) your school. Invite them to watch and cheer the
9. In a few days, the country will be celebrating its the residents of your block of the same. Include
Independence Day. The Prime Minister will hoist teams. details which you deem necessary for the purpose.

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17. You are Amit/Amita, Head Boy/Girl of your

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Ramjas School, R.K. Puram school (Zenith Public School). Write a notice for BAL BHARTI PUBLIC SCHOOL, NOIDA K.V. Senior Secondary School, Badodhra
NOTICE your school notice board requesting for entries
NOTICE NOTICE
2 November 20xx from students for Britannia Quiz Contest to be
10 April 20xx 5 April 20xx
held in your school.
Children’s Day Programme

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The school is arranging a special programme for Meet
you on Children’s Day, i.e. November 14. You Zenith Public School, Agra This is to inform the students of classes 11
can come in fancy dress and win a prize. There This is to inform the students of classes 5 to 8 and 12 of a trip to Rajasthan from 12 to 17
NOTICE
will be games for you. Kindly give the circular that the selection of the athletes for the coming May 20xx. The trip will cover Jaipur, Udaipur,
20 February 20xx
to your parents so that they can dress you zonal athletic meet for sub-juniors and juniors Jaisalmer and Bikaner.
beautifully for the Fancy Dress Competition. Selection for Quiz Contest will be done as per the timetable given below. Those who wish to join the trip should submit
Do not bring your books on November 14. written permission from their parents and a
The students of classes from 9 to 12 may give 15 April 20XX (Sub-Junior events)
draft for `3000 latest by 12 April 20xx to the
Monisha Mohanty their names for participating in I3ritannia Quiz 100 m and 200 m races, long jump, swimming :
Vice Principal.
Director Contest to be held on 25 March 20xx. 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Primary School The applicants should have participated in the 17 April 20xx (Junior events) Mani
inter-house Quiz Contest. The selection will be 100 m 200 m, 4 x 100 m relay race, long jump, Secretary, History Club
16. Recently there has been an increase in the cases held on 28 February 20xx. high jump, swimming : 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
of kidnappings, especially of children. On closer R.K. Singh 30. You are Jairam Reddy, the Head of the English
investigation it has been found that domestic helps or BS Batra Club. On the occasion of the International Day
Vice Principal Head, Physical Education Department
some persons familiar with the family were involved of English Language, your school has decided to
in most cases. You are the Secretary of the Residents’ organize English Week. You are required to call
18. As librarian of Crescent International School, 28. You are Sapna Singh, the Secretary of Cultural
Welfare Association. Write a notice in about 50 a meeting of the officer bearers of the English
Gwalior, draft a notice in not more than 50 Committee of your school. Write a notice in about
words to be put up on the noticeboard of the colony Language Club to plan arrangements for the
words asking all students and teachers to return 50 words inviting students to participate in the
informing the citizens about the following : event. Draft a notice for the same.
the library books they have borrowed, two days Annual Day of the school to be organized next
• Police verification of servants, identity cards

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before the commencement of the examination. month.
to be made

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Ans : 2010 Rev. Francis School
• Register entry of visitors at the gate
CRESENT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, GALT PUBLIC SCHOOL, AGRA NOTICE
• Installation of CCTV in the premises
NOTICE 9 March 20xx


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20 September 20xx Meeting of English Language Club
RESIDENTS’ WELFARE ASSOCIATION, LIABRARY NOTICE
Annual Day Function
GREEN PARK, NEW DELHI 5TH March 20xx
On the occasion of International Day of
English Language, our school is organizing
NOTICE The school is going to organize a cultural
All the students are hereby requested to deposit programme on Annual Day to be held on 12 its Annual English Week from 2 - 8 April,
17th July 20xx
their library books with the librarian two days October. The students willing to participate 20xx in the school campus. All executive
Alert for Kidnapping before the commencement, they will not be members should join a meeting on
are invited to take part in theme song, group
As you all are aware a number of cases of permitted to appear in the examination. It may 11 March 20xx at 12:30 pm in the Conference
dance and instrumental music programmes.
kidnappings have taken place in our society be given topmost priority. Room. Discussion regarding the detailed
They should submit details (along with cultural
in the past two months. This notice has been itinerary, the arrangements and duties for the
achievements) to the undersigned latest by 28
put up to inform everyone that after a close R.Gupta Week will also be on the agenda of the meeting.
September 20xx.
investigation, involvement of domestic help or Librarian
some person closer to the family has been found Sapna Singh Sd/-
in most cases. To ensure the safety of the child Secretary Jairam Reddy
19. Gandhi Education Society, a charitable President
we all need to follow the steps listed below: (Cultural Committee)
• Ensure police verification of servants, identity
organization, is coming to your school to distribute English Club
cards to be issued books for the needy students. As Head Boy/
Head Girl, write a notice asking such students to 29. You are Man/Mani, secretary of the History Club
• Register entry of unknown persons at the gate 31. Your school is organising a Bal Mela on
with the gatekeeper drop the list of books they need in the box kept of K.V. Sr. Sec. School, Badodhra. Draft a notice
‘Children’s Day’ in the school. The primary wing
• Installation of CCTV cameras in the premises outside the Principal’s office. You are Akhilesh/ in not more than 50 words informing the students
of the school is going to put up various stalls in
Everyone is requested to co-operate so that Abhilasha of Modern Public School, Ghaziabad. of class XI and XII about a proposed tour to
the mela. Draft a notice giving details of the mela
such incidents do not happen. Give all necessary details. Rajasthan during the coming summer vacations.
as well as inviting the senior students to attend
ABC the same. Sign your name as Rajesh Roshan,
(Secretary, RWA) Secretary, Cultural Society.

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Modern Public School Bright Future High School Modern Public School, Ghaziabad Children’s Park
NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE
3 May 20xx 24 May 20xx 5 July 20xx 10 March 20xx
FINAL TRIALS FOR UNDER-16 AND FOUND Distribution of Books for Students FOUND! FOUND!
UNDER-18
An unclaimed cricket kit bag was found in the This is for the information of all students that Found a small black plastic bag containing some
All the budding cricketers must attend the final school playground on 20 May 20XX after the a charitable organization, Gandhi Education documents and cash today morning. It was lying
trials in the school ground on 7 May, 20XX 9 recent Inter-School Cricket Championship. The Society is coming to the school at 11 a.m. on in the corner bench of the park. The owner may
a.m. to 4 p.m. bag is black and has several stickers and logos 15 July 20xx to distribute books to the needy please contact the undersigned and collect the
Eighteen players will be shortlisted for each but no name or initials for identification of the students. Such students are requested to drop bag after identifying the documents and details
team. You must carry your cricket kit and be in owner. the list of the books they need into the box kept of the cash. Please contact at 785312xxxx.
sports attire. The owner should kindly collect the kit from outside principal’s office latest by 10 July 20xx.
the undersigned immediately. Amrita
Sunny Arora Abhilasha (A concerned citizen)
Sports Captain Niti Singhal (Head Girl)
XI-A
24. You are, Aditi Mohan, School Prefect. Draft a Member 20. You are Shikha Kapoor, General Secretary of 22. You are Shalini/ Shailesh, in charge of the NSS
notice for the noticeboard about a trekking Sports Club Sports Club of Meera Bai School, Dehradun. Your Club of St. Andrew’s School, Bhopal. Write a
holiday that your school is organising, giving all school has decided to celebrate the Silver Jubilee notice about a charity show being organized by
necessary details in about 50 words and asking 26. While walking in a park in your colony you found function of the school in the form of Annual the club to collect articles and money for people
the interested students to give their names. a small briefcase with some documents and cash. Sports Day. Write a notice on the school notice affected by earthquake in Uttarakhand. Write the


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Write a notice in about 50 words to be put on the board inviting the names of the students who notice in about 50 words. Include relevant details
park noticeboard asking the owner to identify and want to participate in any of the sports activity such as purpose of the show, kind of events, tickets
XYZ School collect it from you. You are Rajat/Rani. or to put up any show on the stage. and show timing, etc.

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NOTICE
2011

10 September 20xx MEERA BAI SCHOOL, DEHRADUN St. Andrew’s School, Bhopal
PARK NOTICEBOARD
Trekking Tour NOTICE NOTICE
Lost and found
16th September 20xx 1 December 20xx 10th July 20xx
This is to inform the students of classes IX to XI
that the school Adventure Club are organising a Attention!! Attention!! Silver Jubilee-Cum-Sports Day AN EVENING FOR A CAUSE
trekking tour in the Uttarkashi ranges. All are informed that our school is going to
Those interested in trekking in the October A briefcase containing some cash and documents This is to inform all the students that the school
organize a charity show to collect articles and
holidays may please note the following : was found in the park near the gymnasium side. is celebrating its silver jubilee soon.
money for people affected by earthquake in
Charges : 5000 per person The bag would be handed over to the owner Students/volunteers are invited to submit their
Uttarakhand.
Dates : 10th to 17th October after he/she identifies the same and is able to names for participating in sports activities or
The details are as follows :
Trek to : Uttarkashi prove that it belongs to him/her. The owner wishing to organise/participate in the cultural
Date : 15th July 20xx
Names to be given to the undersigned by 20 may contact the undersigned between 7 a.m. programme.
Time : 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
September. For further information, please and 9 a.m. Rajat, C-4/67 Ist Floor, Sector 6, Annual Sports Day on December 15 between 4
Events : Puppet Show, Magic Show, Rock
contact tour incharge Mr. Anurudh on Rohini Delhi. p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Band
756836xxxx Mob. No. 887166xxxx Names should reach the undersigned latest by
Stalls : Books and Handicrafts
December 7 at the club, between 10 a.m. - 1
Venue : Playground
Aditi Mohan p.m.
Tickets are available at the reception. Invite
(School Prefect)
Shikha Kapoor your family and friends and help in raising
(General Secretary) funds for the noble cause.
25. You are Niti Singhal, studying at Bright Future
Sports club Shalini
High School, Mysuru and an active member of
the school sports club. Recently, your school had Incharge, NSS Club
21. While walking in a park in your neighbourhood
organized an Inter-School Cricket Championship. 27. As the head of Physical Education Department,
After the final match was over, you found an you found a small plastic bag containing some 23. As the Sports Captain of your school, write a notice
write a notice in about 50 words informing the documents and some cash. Write a notice in
unclaimed cricket kit on your school playground in about 50 words informing budding cricketers to
students about the selection of athletes for the about 50 words to be put on the park noticeboard
and have been asked to draft a notice to locate attend trials for Under-16 and Under-18 for final
coming Zonal Athletic meet. asking the owner to identify and collect it from
its owner. selection to the school teams. Sign off as Sunny
you. You are Amar/Amrita 943912xxxx. Arora. Invent all necessary details as required.

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to invite volunteers for this camp. You are the
XYZ School BHUMIKA HOUSING SOCIETY SURYA PUBLIC SCHOOL, AGRA Head Boy of Prakriti International School, Delhi.


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NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE
4 November 20xx 20 May 20xx 22 January 20xx PRAKRITI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL,
Bal Mela Developing Soft Skills Urgent Meeting DELHI
We are pleased to inform that the primary wing All House Captains, Vice Captains and House
of our school is organising a Bal Mela on 14 A four-week soft skill training course (1 June Prefects are requested to attend a meeting NOTICE
November 20xx. There will be attractive stalls 20xx to 28 June 20xx) is being organized for at 12:30 p.m. on 23 January 20XX in the 4 October 20xx
for eatables and games. Moreover, there will children of Bhumika Housing Society. Students Conference Room to discuss prize distribution
be joyrides and a lively musical band too. The will be made aware of acceptable personality on Annual Day to be held on 29 January 20XX. BLOOD DONATION CAMP
students from classes VI-XII are invited to attend traits, social graces, effective communication All should submit their proposals as well as give It is a matter of pride that our school is
the Mela along with their parents. and leadership training. The class will be held suggestions. organizing a blood donation camp from 10:30
The schedule is as follows: in the community hall of the Society between Neelam a.m. to 5 p.m. on 9 October 20xx. For this camp,
Date : 14 November 20xx 10 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. The participants will be Head Girl we need volunteers who can devote their time
Time : 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. selected on the basis of a test, which will be to making the camp a success. The interested
Venue : School Playground conducted on 25 May. For details, contact : students are requested to give their names to
Yashika the undersigned within three days.
Looking forward to your active participation. Prefect
For details contact the undersigned: Kamal
Progressive Public School
Rajesh Roshan Head Boy
Secretary
34. You are Joseph Mathew, Vice Principal of Sr.
(Cultural Society) 38. As the Principal, write a notice in about 50
Aloysius Higher Secondary School. Write a notice 36. You are Sukant Roy, the head of Ujjwal Bhavishya
words informing the prefects, monitors and other
for the school noticeboard informing the students Educational Institution. You are moved by the
32. As the librarian of your school, write a notice discipline in-charge students of a Leadership
about the audition schedule for the Annual Play condition of the destitute children near your
in about 50 words informing the students of the Training Camp being organised by the school.
Festival to be organised soon. area. You decide to uplift their lives by deciding
penalty for losing or damaging the books issued

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Ans : 2008 to raise funds and ensuring that they have a
to them. better chance at life. Draft a notice to your fellow


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SCHOOL, AGRA colleagues and students, making an appeal for
New Age School, Rohini monetary donations or any other assistance. You NOTICE
NOTICE can also include additional details which you may
NOTICE 2 September 20xx 10 April 20xx
10 July 20xx be necessary for the purpose.
PLAY FESTIVAL AUDITION

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Penalty For Losing or Damaging the Books
All four Houses will conduct auditions for the A leadership training camp is being organised on
This is to inform all the students that Ujjwal Bhavishya Educational Institution
Annual Play Festival from 7th to 14th September 15 April 20XX from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. All
• a fine of n per day will be charged if a book is not
20XX, after school hours from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 NOTICE prefects, class monitors, bus and line monitors
returned on the due date; shall attend this camp.
p.m. Helping Destitute Children
• the library card will be withdrawn if the returned The programme will include the following :
book is found torn or damaged; Those interested should give their names to 12 October 20xx
their House Captains. Previous experience of Our educational institute is sponsoring a Leadership Training Workshop
• The full price will be recovered from the student
acting is not necessary. campaign to help countless destitute children - 9 : 00 a.m. to 11 : 00 a.m.
if a book is lost.
on our streets and enable them to have a better Refreshment Break
Shalini Singh Joseph Mathew - 11 : 00 a.m. to 11 : 30 a.m.
life. You can strengthen us by sending your
Librarian Vice Principal Question and Answer Session with Experts
contributions in cash or kind. You can also
assist these children by sending us your old - 11 : 30 a.m. to 12 : 00 p.m. S.K. Gulati
33. You are planing a four-week course for the children devices such as tablets or laptops which will be Principal
of your housing society complex for developing repurposed for learning. Clothes and medicines
their soft skills as part of school project. Prepare are also accepted. 39. You are Sahil Sagar, the President of Nehru Yuva
a notice to be put up on the society’s noticeboard sd/-
Club, Delhi. You have planned to take a trekking
stating the purpose of the course and giving all Sukant Roy
trip for 15 days to Rohtang Pass next month.
necessary details asking the children to join the 35. Neelam/Neelesh is the head girl/boy of Surya Head
Write a notice giving all necessary information to
course. You are Yashika/ Yasu, studying in Class Public School, Agra. She/He decides to call Ujjwal Bhavishya Educational lnstitution
invite participants for trekking programme.
XII in a reputable public school. a meeting of all house appointments for prize
distribution function on Annual Day. Draft a 37. Your school is going to organize a blood donation
meeting notice on her/his behalf. camp next week. Write a notice in about 50 words

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2005

NEHRU YUVA CLUB
CHAPTER 2

NOTICE

Invitations (Formal and Informal; and Replies)

20 May 20xx
Trekking Notice
The Nehru Yuva Club, Delhi, is going to
organize a 15-day trekking programme to
Rohtang Pass from 20 June 20XX. All boarding
and lodging arrangements will be done by
the club with necessary equipment, etc. The
interested participants may book their seats by 1. introduction which means repondez s’il vous, plait’; please
depositing 55000 with the undersigned latest by reply.
An invitation is a request, a solicitation, or
10 June 20xx. 7. The address of the person who extends the
an effort to persuade someone or a group of
invitation must always be given even if the
Sahil Sagar people to attend a special event such as a
function is organized at some other venue.
President conference, show, house-warming party, birthday
celebration, inauguration ceremony, etc. It is a Format of Formal invitation
40. You, as the School Secretary of the Social Service short composition. It can be drafted in the form You are opening an exclusive parlour for ladies.
Club, have to write a notice to be put up on the of formal letters or printed on cards. Draft a formal invitation for its inauguration with
school noticeboard regarding the need to raise There are two types of invitations : the necessary details.
funds for lepers in your city. Funds collected will 1. Formal invitations
be sent to the Red Cross, New Delhi. Each donor 2. Informal invitations
will be issued a formal receipt for the donation.
The Red Cross will award a Red Cross to the
donor donating more than `500. 2. FORMAL INVITATIONS


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Formal invitations are courteous, kind, and polite.
XYZ School, New Delhi Formal invitations are typically associated with
printed invitation cards. The designation of the
NOTICE
organizer should come first on a formal invitation
5 September 20xx
card, followed by the host’s name and address, the Letter Format of Formal Invitation
Donation for Red Cross function’s date, time, and location. In addition, Vivekanand Public School is organizing its 25th
the chief organizer’s name appears on the card in Annual Sports day. The District Magistrate, Mr.
Donations are invited for raising funds for
the lower left corner next to the word “RSVP.” P K Gupta, is invited by the Principal to serve
lepers in the city. Funds collected will be sent
Points to remember while writing formal as the Chief Guest and oversee the event. Write a
to the Red Cross, New Delhi. Donors will be
invitations are as follows: Formal invitation letter to be sent to the official
issued a formal receipt for the donation. A Red
Cross will be awarded to the donor donating 1. Formal invitations are written in the third named above.
more than `500. You can leave your donation person. The person who extends the invitation
with the School Secretary. writes his name.
Date : 6 September - 10 September 20xx 2. Formal invitations answer the questions—
Time : 8:00 a.m. (zero period) who, whom, when, where, what time, and for
Place : Social Service (Lab Room 4) what.
The undersigned may be contacted for further 3. Then comes the name of the person, who is
queries. being invited.
Anju Puri
(School Secretary) 4. Date, venue, time, etc. should be clearly
Social Service Club mentioned.
5. In case, the party is organized at some other
place, like a hotel, etc. then the complete



 address of the person, along with his contact
number, has to be clearly mentioned.
6. Some formal invitations like the wedding
invitations carry the expression of RSVP,

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3. Informal Invitations 2. It is written in the third person. 1. These are written in the same format as in

IMPORTANT QUESTION
Informal invitations are sent to close friends or 3. The format will be the same as given in the the informal invitation.
invitation. 2. These are written in the first person. 1. As Secretary of the Literary Club of St. Anne’s
family members on special occasions. They are
School, Ahmedabad, draft a formal invitation in
composed in the style of personal letters. It has a 4. No specific reasons are given for refusal. Only 3. A specific reason for refusal can be given.
expressions like prior commitment, etc. are not more than 50 words for the inauguration of
laid-back, informal vibe. Informal invitations may
used. Format of Informal Reply the club in your school.
express sentiments that are private to the sender.
Draft a suitable reply to the given informal

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Points to remember while writing informal 5. In an acceptance reply, expressions like ‘will
invitations are as follows: be delighted to attend it’ are used. invitation. St. Anne’s School, Ahmedabad
1. These are like short informal letters. Invites
Format of Formal Reply 214, Ram Nagar,
2. Personal feelings and emotions are used in Mansarovar
informal invitations.
Draft a suitable reply to the given formal The students, teachers, and staff members
invitation. Delhi To the Inauguration
3. The salutation, subscription, address on the 10th October, 20xx of
top are the same, like in an informal letter. My Dear Prakash, Literary Club
4. These are always written in the first person. on
You will be delighted to know that our son,
Format of Informal Invitation Ravi, is getting married on 28th November, Monday, 18 March, 20xx
You are opening an exclusive parlour for ladies. 20xx. Our would-be daughter-in-law, Rashi, is
10:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Write an informal invitation, inviting your best a lecturer in a private college in the same city.
friend for its inauguration. Your bhabhi, Ravi and I are looking forward to Venue : School Library
your presence at the wedding, with family. Famous writer and poet Mr. Vikram Seth shall
grace the occasion with his presence.
Yours affectionately
R P Sharma Secretary, literary Club
(Please be seated by 10:00 A.M.)
Accepting the Invitation
2. You are the President, Literary Society of
Accepting the Invitation Sunshine International School. Draft an invitation
to author, Ms Manjul Bajaj requesting her to
conduct a workshop on creative writing in your
school. You are Romi/Rohit of Zenith Public
School.


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4. Replies to Invitations SUNSHINE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

An invitation reply is a written response to the Declining the Invitation 24th OCTOBER
invitation sent to the host. It also lets the host
INVITATION
know who is attending or not at the event. A good
Declining the Invitation It’s a humble request that Ms. Manjulal Bajaj
response is always agreeable. When accepting an
please conduct a workshop on creative writing
invitation, make sure to verify the event’s date in Zenith Public School. It’s a golden invitation
and time. If you turn down an invitation, be sure from us.
to apologize and provide a clear explanation.
Rohit
FORMAL REPLIES Head Boy
Formal replies involve a certain standard and Please Mark it as Brainliest
form. These are usually very short and to-the- INFORMAL REPLIES
point. In a formal reply, first of all, the invitation The layout of a reply to an informal invitation
is also informal, like the invitation. In informal 3. You are Riya/Ryan living at 40, Krishna Colony,
is acknowledged and then gratitude is expressed
replies, simple language is used and the Manali. You decided to hold a lunch party to
in the third person.
invitation is acknowledged in the first or second congratulate your grandparents on their golden
Points to remember while writing formal
person. Acceptance is communicated and refusal wedding anniversary. Draft a formal invitation in
refusal or acceptance of invitation are as follows:
is regretted with a specific reason. not more than 50 words to all family members to
1. A formal reply is like a formal invitation, but attend a grand lunch at home.
it is not a card. It is a handwritten reply to Points to remember while writing informal


the invitation. refusal or acceptance of invitation are as follows:

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40, Krishna Colony, Manali The Principal Staff and Students of 9B Gariahat Road Dr. Swarupa Mitra expresses her thanks to the
Date : 20 Feb. 20xx Modern Public School Kol- 700081 secretary and members of LION’S CLUB for
My dear uncle and aunt on the auspicious Date: 8.09.2020 their kind invitation, to act as the chief guest
INVITATION To at their public function to celebrate the Silver
occasion of the Golden wedding Anniversary of
my grandparents, I am inviting you to the grand The Headmaster Jubilee Day. She regrets her inability to attend
Cordially invite you as the guest of honour and
lunch at our residence. The lunch is scheduled New era public school the function due to her sudden illness this
judge for the inter school music competition.
to be on 28 Feb. at 12 : 30 pm. 76/2 Chowranghee Square morning which has confined her to bed.
We hope you shall accept our humble request
Kol- 700009 The inconvenience and embarrassment is deeply
Kindly confirm your presence by 25 and grace the occasion. We would appreciate a
Sub : Refusing the invitation for debate regretted.
February. line in reply.
competition
Thank you
Thank you Sir, Swarupa Mitra
Yours Sincerely
I am Probal Roy, have just received your 15th December 20xx
Riya Neetu Jha
invitation to be a judge for debate competition
(Cultural Secretary)
in your school. So, I am writing on the same. 34. You are Sunil/Sunita Bhasin, a celebrated
4. The literary club of your society is putting up I am sorry to inform you that I will not be able illustrator. You have been invited by the literacy
the play ‘Macbeth. As secretary of the club, draft 6. You are Nidhi Aggarwal, Secretary of the Literary to attend your programme because I already
Club called Shakespearewala of your school. The club, S.K. School, Jaipur, to deliver a lecture on
an invitation inviting the famous writer Rohit have another programme to attend on the same ‘Life Skills’. Draft a letter of formal acceptance
Sharma to be the guest of honour at the function. literary club has produced some great theatre day.
actors in the past and has a phenomenal repertoire of the invitation in about 50 words. Address it to
Write the invitation in about 50 words. You are I would be obliged if you understand my the Director of the school.
Gaurav/Garima. of dramas. Now, it is putting up the famous situation.

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principal of your school has asked you to draft an Yours faithfully, C-6, Sector 9
NEW HOME invitation inviting the famous writer Mr. Ruskin Probal Roy Rohini
Tilak Nagar, New Delhi Bond to be the Chief Guest at the event. Write Delhi
the invitation in not more than 50 words. Invent 32. As the principal of a reputed college, you have been 15 November 20xx
INVITATION
necessary details as required. invited to inaugurate a Book Exhibition in your The Director
Date : 15 January 20xx

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neighbourhood. Draft a reply to the invitation in S.K. School
Respected sir, not more than 50 words, expressing your inability Jaipur
The Literary club of our society is going to Richmond High School Dear Sir/Madam
to attend the function. You are Tarun/Tanvi.
present the play ‘Macbeth’ on 3 February 20xx Indirapuram Subject : Acceptance of invitation


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in the Community Hall of our society. We would Ghaziabad I extend my heartfelt thanks to the literary
Uttar Pradesh The Principal club of your school for inviting me to speak on
be pleased if you accept to be the guest of
honour for the same. 8 October 20xx ABC College ‘Life Skills’, on 25th November 20XX. I wish to
Kindly confirm your presence for the Mr. Ruskin Bond March 25th, 20xx convey my acceptance of the invitation. I shall
occasion. Landour, Mussoorie Subject : Inability to accept the Invitation Sir reach the venue by 10:00 a.m. My session would
Hoping for a positive reply. Uttarakhand I would like to express my gratitude to the be of 45 minutes followed by 30 minutes of open
Thank you Dear Mr. Bond, Civil Lines Book Club for inviting me to question and answer rounds.
Yours Faithfully Subject : Invitation to be the Chief Guest inaugurate the first edition of the Civil Club
Garima Mehra Shakespearewala, the Literary club of our Book Exhibition. But I regret my inability to Regards,
(Secretary, Literary Club) school is performing ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ attend the function due to a prior commitment. Sunita Bhasin
on 27th October, 20xx, 12 pm onwards. The I have to attend a meeting with the governing
management of Richmond High cordially body of our college on the same day for which
invites you to be the chief guest. We would be the inauguration is scheduled.
honoured if you consent to grace this occasion
and bless the budding talent. The school will Yours faithfully
make arrangements for your stay and travel. Tanvi
Principal
5. Modern Public School, Delhi is organising an Yours faithfully
inter school music competition. You have decided Nidhi Aggarwal 35. Your friend has invited you to her sister’s wedding
33. You are Dr. Swarupa Mitra, an eminent oncologist
Secretary, Literary Club to be held at Nasik. Write a letter declining the
to invite noted classical musician. Mohan Gandhi working at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer and Research
as the judge and guest of honour. Draft a formal invitation because of prior engagement. You are
Institute. You have the honour of being invited
invitation for him in 50 words. You are Neeraj/ 7. Sakshi, the secretary of the English Literature Abha of C-4/140, sector 8 Tandon Road, Nasik.
as the chief guest at a public function. However,
Neetu, Cultural Secretary. Society of St. Francis Convent Senior Secondary
due to sudden illness you are unable to attend the
School, Gurugram, has to organise as Interschool
same. Draft a suitable reply in about 50 words.

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Sr. Sec. School, Agra. Draft an invitation in about parents. The famous writer Ketan Anand is the Extempore competition for students of classes IX-

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50 words requesting her to come and grace the guest of honour. Write an invitation in not more XII. You wish to invite Rajat Sharma, the eminent MRS AND MR SATISH SINHA
occasion. than 50 words. media personality to preside over the function to solicit your gracious presence on


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Ans : 2016 be held on 30 September, 20xx, at 11:00 a.m. the auspicious occasion
Write the letter of invitation in 50 words. Of
St. Joseph’s Academy The Literary Club

Ans : 2019
Agra of the marriage of their grandson
Uttar Pradesh St. Joseph Convent School, Muraina St. Francis Senior Secondary School Akshat
9 August 20xx Solicits the pleasure of your company on the Gurugram
Dr. Hansa Bhogle occasion of the play (S/o Mrs. and Mr. Dinesh Sinha)
5 September 20xx
Director “The Merchant of Venice,, Dear Sir, with
Department of Education at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, 19 November, ZIXX. The English Literary Society of our School is
Lucknow Mr. Ketan Anand, famous writer, Ravina
organising an English Enter pore Competition
Uttar Pradesh will be the Guest of Honour (D/o Mrs and Mr Sushil Sinha)
on 30 September 20xx at 11:00 a.m. in the school
Dear Madam, R.S.VP on 15 December 20xx, Wed at 7 p.m.
auditorium. We would be extremely grateful if
Subject : Invitation to preside over the Inter- Raman you could accept our invitation to preside over at
zonal Declamation Competition St. Joseph Convent School the function.
The English Literary and Cultural Society Muraina Kindly confirm. Amardeep Banquet Hall, Peeragarhi, Delhi
of our school is going to organize an English Mob. : 886952xxxx R.S.V.P. With Best Compliments from
declamation competition on the topic Yours faithfully Mob. 783593xxxx Radhika Sinha
‘Communication skills are very important in 14. Your Father, Mr O P Agarwal, residing at C-4/116, Sakshi
modern world’, on 21st August 20XX at 9:30 Mission Compound, Jhansi, wants to celebrate the 10. You are a student of St. Joseph Public School,
a.m. in the school auditorium. success of your sister Snigdha’s clearing the CLAT 8. Mr and Mrs Tiwari want to invite all their Nainital. The school is holding its annual function
Kindly consent to preside over the above Entrance Examination and securing admission in friends and acquaintances to the wedding of their on Saturday, the 9th of October, 20xx at 5 p.m. The
stated programme. one of the best colleges of the country. He wants granddaughter Deepika. Design an invitation card Education Minister, Dr. M.N. Johri, has consented
you to draft a formal invitation for him on his for the wedding inventing the necessary details, in to be the Chief Guest. Design an invitation card to
Yours faithfully
behalf. Draft the invitation in not more than 50 50 words. be sent to the parents and other invitees.
Disha
words.

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12. You are going to open a confectionery store at Mrs. and Mr. JK Tiwari THE PRINCIPAL, STAFF AND STUDENTS
Sipri Road, Jhansi, and want to invite your friends MRS AND MR O.P. AGARWAL Of
and the people of your locality on its inaugural Cordially invite you St. Joseph School, Nainital
ceremony. Draft a suitable invitation in 50 words. Seek your auspicious presence at the grand to Solicit the pleasure of your company


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successfully clearing the of The auspicious occasion
M/s Jainson their granddaughter
Announce the opening of CLAT — Entrance Examination Of
Deepika The Annual Function of their school
Raman Confectionery Store at (daughter of Mrs. and Mr. RM Tiwari)
60, Sipri Road, Jhansi At
with 5 P.M. on Saturday, the 9th October, 20xx
INAUGURATION Rajshree Banquet Hall
Anil Sharma Dr. M.N. Johri, the Education Minister
on C-6/CP, Mission Compound. Jhansi (Son of Mrs. and Mr. MN Sharma)
Saturday, the 15th April, 20XX at 9:00 a.m. Will be the chief guest and give away the prizes
at 7:00 p.m. on 15 November 20xx to the deserving students.
by at 7 : 30 p.m.
Shri Kulbhusan (Former MLA) on at : Golden Plaza, Rohini, Delhi 110085 R.S.V.P
All are cordially invited Principal
27 September 20xx
Visit for all kinds of confectionery Items R.S.VR St. Joseph School, Nainital
at most reasonable rates R.S.VP R.M. Tiwari Mob : 783566xxxx
Inaugural Discount C-4/116 Mission Compound With Best Compliments
10% on All goods Jhansi From all friends and relatives
11. You are David/Disha, the Secretary of the English
R.S.VR Compliments from Friends and Relatives Literary and Cultural Society of St. Joseph’s
Raman Confectionery Store 9. You are Radhika Sinha, D/O Dinesh Sinha of
Ph. 811723xxxx Academy, Agra. You have to organize an Inter-
15. You have opened up a new coaching centre Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi. Your father wants you zonal extempore competition at the +2 level.
catering to all subjects for Class XII. Based on to draft a formal invitation to be sent on the You wish to invite Dr. Hansa Bhogle, an eminent
13. The literary club of your school is putting up the the inputs given below, prepare a draft of formal occasion of your brother, Akshat Sinha’s marriage. educationist, to preside over the function to be
play “The Merchant of Venice”. As the secretary invitation letter for the purpose. Prepare the invitation with all necessary details. held on 15 October at 9:30 a.m. at Govt. Model
of the club, draft an invitation inviting the

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50 words. Invent necessary details. 17. You are a student of St. Anthony School, Gwalior.
Shyam Coaching Centre - All subjects - Experts


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- morning, evening classes - inaugural discount The school is holding its annual function. Write
Mr. Arjun Singh
C-1144, Rohan Rood C-11/171 Sector 5 small batch.. an invitation on behalf of the Principal inviting
New Delhi Sagar Enclave the parents and dignitaries of the town to attend


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10 August 20xx Sagar the function to be held on September 18, 20xx at
Dear Sir Madhya Pradesh SHYAM COACHING CENTRE 5:00 p.m.
Subject : Invitation to preside over the school 25 October 20xx Announce the Opening of

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annual function Dear Antriksh its

Vikas Marg Branch THE PRINCIPAL AND THE STAFF
Don Bosco School, Sonepat, is organising its It gives me great pleasure to invite you to
Annual Cultural Programme on the 18 August my home for Diwali celebration. I know your Inauguration of
20XX, between 6 pm to 8 pm at Talkatora parents have gone to Canada and you would all on
Sunday, 15 October, 20XX St. Anthony School, Gwalior
Stadium, New Delhi. We would be greatly be alone in the hostel. It would give me tonnes
honoured if you could grace the occasion and of happiness. I’m sure you will enjoy yourself at 11:00 AM Request your benign presence on the
felicitate our budding students. Your presence with my parents and younger sister. All are cordially invited auspicious occasion
will be a great motivating factor for them. Please come one day before so we can plan Salient features
• Class XII
of
We look forward to a positive response out how we will celebrate. Looking forward for
• Subject Experts The Annual Function of the school
from you. your company.
• Assured about 95%
Thanking you • Small batch size at 5:00 p.m. on September 18, 20XX
Yours affectionately
Yours faithfully Rajini
• One week trial class Shri. A.K. Dewan, IAS,
Inaugural discount for those registering till 31”
Rte, will be the chief Guest and will give away the
of October.
Raman 21. You are opening a coaching institute for students prizes to the meritorious students
Headmistress of classes IX-XII. Write an informal invitation, R.S.V.P.
R.S.V.P:
Don Bosco School, inviting your best friend for its inauguration. Do Raman Sharma
New Delhi not exceed more than 50 words. Invent necessary Mob. 782562xxxx Principal
details.
16. You are the secretary of the Alumni Club, S.K. St. Anthony School
19. Christ King College, Lalitpur, is celebrating its

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International School, Roshan Road, Raipur. Using Gwalior
Annual Day and wants to invite the parents and
other guests to the occasion. Design an invitation 13-C.P., the information given below, write an invitation
card for the same in 50 words. Invent necessary Mission Compound letter to all the old students of the school on the
details. Gwalior Alumni Meet.


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Dear Shalini Mahek Hotel-Raipur-6 PM to 10 PM-confirm
THE PRINCIPAL, STAFF AND STUDENTS Finally my dreams of opening a coaching your seats.
of Institute has come true. This project had been
in my mind for a long time and by God’s grace

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CHRIST KING COLLEGE, LALITPUR the time has come. S.K. International School
requests the pleasure of your company on the The inauguration is on 10th March 20xx Roshan Road, Raipur
ANNUAL DAY CELEBRATION at 10 am. My Guruji is going to inaugurate 28 October 20xx
on Sunday, the 24th Dec., 20xx the institute followed by hawan and lunch. The Dear Alumni
at 6:30 pm address is 20-CP, Mission Compound, Gwalior. Subject : Alumni Meet
in the school auditorium Please come and give me your best wishes. 10th Alumni Meet of S.K International School,
Shri Ramesh Sharma, MLA has very Yours affectionately Raipur, will be held on 25 December, 20XX at
kindly consented to be the chief guest. 18. Your school is going to hold its Annual Day
Mahek Hotel, Sipri Road, Raipur. Old students,
Rajini celebrations on 18th August at Talkatora Stadium,
R.S.V.P (This card admits only two) including their spouses, will be our guests of
honour. New Delhi. You want Mr. Arjun Singh, a noted
Father Augustine playback singer to be the chief guest on this
22. Your parents have completed 25 years of happy Kindly assemble at 6 p.m. in the Banquet
You are requested to be seated by 6 p.m. occasion. Write a formal invitation in about 50
married life. Invite your uncle, living in Surat, to Hall for a get-together and dinner and dance.
Principal join you in the silver jubilee celebrations of their Please confirm your seat by sending T500 words requesting him to preside over the function.
992541xxxx marriage at your residence C-4/Sector 9, Kumar to the undersigned. You are Raman/Rani, Headmistress, Don Bosco
Enclave, Sagar. Thanking you School, New Delhi.
20. Your friend Antriksh is staying in the school
Yours faithfully
hostel. You wish to invite him at your house for S.K. Jain
Diwali celebration. Invite him in not more than Secretary

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29. Write a formal reply accepting an invitation to be

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753-L Defence Colony present in the birthday celebrations of your friend, C-4/sector 9, 2734 Urban Colony
Roorkee Suresh’s daughter, who lives at 1231, Chattarpur, Kumar Enclave Sector 9 Ghaziabad
25th August 20xx Delhi. You are Abhishek Khanna. Sagar 23 September 20xx
Dear Reena

Ans : 2008 Madhy Pradesh Dear Rehana
I invite you at the inauguration ceremony of our 24 September 20xx You will be glad to know that we have decided
Aashirwad Apartment, Chattarpur, Delhi Respected Uncle
new house in Defence Colony, Roorkee. It would to go for a picnic to Rang Mahal Lake this
be a real pleasure to have your presence on this My parents Sh. R.S. Agarwal and Smt. Vimla coming Saturday, i.e. 30 September 20xx. We
Date : 15 Sept., 20xx
auspicious occasion. Devi will be completing 25 years of their happy, will be going by my car and our entire group is
Dear Suresh
The Hawan Ceremony is at 10 a.m. and prosperous and fruitful married life the next accompanying us. We will depart from my place
I have received your invitation for your
lunch at 1:30 p.m. Please grace the occasion month. We are going to celebrate the silver at 7:30 a.m. Please confirm your presence by 25
daughter’s birthday celebration on 30 Sept.
with your presence and give us your blessings. jubilee on 5 October, 20xx. All close-knit September.
20xx at 7 p.m. at Hotel Treebo. I am extremely
members will be present. Do join us on this Looking forward to your company.
happy to know that all our old friends are likely
Yours faithfully auspicious occasion and bless the couple.
to be there.
Radha Mehra Yours lovingly
I would like to confirm my participation, looking Your faithfully Liza
forward to the momentous occasion. Roshni Agarwal
27. Invite your class fellows and friends on the
wedding of your elder sister. Invent necessary With love 25. You are Seema Singh. The wedding of your elder
Abhishek 23. You are Roshan/Roshni, a resident of Rajasthan. brother Jivitesh Singh is going to be held on 17th
details. (50 words).


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Invite your friend Ritika Agarwal who lives in December 20XX at Hotel Lake View, Udaipur.
30. You are Amit Dubey. You have received an Delhi to spend a part of her winter vacation with Write out an informal invitation to your friend
16, Nai Sarak invitation from the Director, Health Services, you at your farm house near outskirts of Udaipur. Rohini requesting her to attend the function.
New Delhi

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Punjab who has invited leading medical 2010
15 August 20xx practitioners of the state to attend a workshop
Dear Reena Shivaji Farm C-16/361 Hansraj Road
on ‘child care’ on 25 July, 20x x at 9 a.m. in Ramjas Road, Udaipur 3130xx
I invite you to grace the occasion of my elder Sector 5, Agra
New Hope Hospital, Ambala. Draft a reply to the Rajasthan
sister Riya’s marriage on 30th august 20xx. 30 November 20xx
invitation in 50 words.
Please grace the occasion at 4 p.m. The marriage Dear Rohini,


Ans : 2008 23 November 20xx
party will leave for Hotel Park, New Delhi at 5 You will be glad to know that my elder brother
Dear Ritika
p.m. Kindly join us on the auspicious day and Director Health Services, Punjab Jivitesh is getting married next month. You
oblige I will be spending this winter vacation at my are cordially invited to attend the wedding on
Date : 15 July, 20×× farm house which is situated at the outskirts 17 December at Hotel Lake View, Udaipur.
Yours faithfully Respected Sir, of Udaipur. It is a pollution free place with lots I invite you to join us for lunch at 1:30 p.m.
Rita Thanks you for your thoughtful invitation. I am of trees and greenery. Horse riding would be in the hotel. The wedding ceremony will take
honoured on being invited to attend a workshop another activity. place at 9 p.m. Hoping for your presence on this
28. Draft a formal reply accepting an invitation to be on The soothing environment will really refresh auspicious occasion.
present on the occasion of the wedding of Ankush ‘Child care’ at New Hope Hospital, Ambala. you. Please join me for this vacation. Hoping Yours lovingly
S/o Mr & Mrs Shankar of 24, Green Park Road, I accept the invitation and consider it will be a for a positive reply. Seema
Kanpur. You are Vikram Gaur of Raja Ki Mandi, pleasure to attend the workshop.
Agra. Your lovingly


Ans : 2008 Yours sincerely, Roshan
Amit Dubey
Mr And Mrs Shankar, Kanpur
Date : 5 May, 20XX
Mr and Mrs Vikram Gaur thank Mr And Mrs
Shankar for inviting them on the occasion of the 26. Write an invitation to your friend inviting him
wedding of their son Ankush at 24, Green Park on the inauguration ceremony of your new house.
Road, Kanpur on 15 May, 20XX and assure Use the information given below.
them that they will be present on the occasion
to wish the newly weds a very happy married 31. You have been invited as a judge for a debate Inauguration of home - Hawan ceremony -
24. You are Liza. You are going for a picnic with a
life. Mr and Mrs Gaur will reach Kanpur by the competition by New Hope public School. Draft a Lunch
group of your friends to Rang Mahal Lake near
Agra Mail which leaves Agra at 8.00 a.m. formal refusal in about 50 words.
Ghaziabad. Write an informal invitation to your
friend to join you on that day. Invent necessary
Vikram Gaur details.

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40. You are Rohana/Rohit. You have been invited
C-4/140 Sector 8 1 March 20xx to attend the wedding of your friend’s brother.
Tandon Road Thank you Mr. P.V. Sathish for your kind Respond to the invitation regretting your inability
Nasik invitation to the wedding of your sister, Jaya on to attend it. Invent necessary details and do not
15 September 20xx 12 March 20xx. We regret our inability to attend exceed 50 words.
Dear Rani as our daughter, Preethi has Board examination

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Thanks a lot for inviting me to your elder sister’s on the day of the wedding. Wishing the newly
wedded couple a very happy married life. 206, Kidwai Nagar
marriage. I am really happy for you and your sister
Best wishes Delhi
that after such a long search for a suitable suitor a
17th July 20xx
perfect match has been found. I really want to be Sushmitha Nair
Dear Sir,
part of this grand celebration but, unfortunately, M-114, Fort Road
Thank you for your cordial invitation to the
I have my final year exam, hence will not be able Chennai
occasion of your brother’s marriage. I, however,
to attend the function.
38. You are Rahul/Radhika of Krishna Nagar, Chennai. regret my inability to attend this auspicious
Please convey my best wishes to the couple.
You have been invited to attend the wedding of occasion as I am flying to Canada to join my
I will certainly come for the reception. Enjoy
your uncle’s daughter/your cousin. Send a reply sister’s family. Please excuse my absence.
yourself.
Do convey my regards and best wishes to the
Yours affectionately confirming your acceptance to the invitation in not
couple.
Abha more than 50 words.


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Yours affectionately
36. You are Anita/Rajnish. You have been invited to Rohana
Krishna Nagar
attend the wedding of your friend’s sister during Chennai
summer vacation. Respond to the invitation 15 Jan 20xx
accepting the invitation. Dear Uncle




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Thank you for your kind invitation of your
daughter’s marriage on 23 January 20xx. We
15, Ruhana Nagar
shall be delighted to attend the function.
Hubli 75012xx
West Bengal Yours sincerely
15 March 20xx Radhika
Dear Roshini
39. You are Rachna Madan. Your friend Archana
My heartfelt thanks for inviting me to attend
Gupta has invited you to her engagement
the wedding of your elder sister Suman. It’s
ceremony to be held at Hotel Crowne Plaza on
an auspicious occasion for both, you and your
family. It would be my pleasure to attend the 27th November 20xx at 8 p.m. Draft a reply
wedding and see all the rituals. saying politely that due to an exam on that day,
I will come a day before to help you in the pre- you cannot attend the engagement ceremony.
wedding chores. Thanking you Wish her a good luck.


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Yours faithfully 6-B/176, Sector 12
Anita RP Greens
Ghaziabad
24 November 20xx
Dear Archana
Thank you for inviting me to your engagement
ceremony, I am really happy for you. Hope you
have a happy married life.
37. Your friend, P.V. Nithish, has invited your Archana, I regret to say that I would not be
family to attend the wedding of his sister, Jaya. able to come to your engagement ceremony
You have your board examination on the day of as my entrance exam is on the same date in
the wedding. Since, south Indian weddings are Bhopal. I very much wanted to be part of this,
traditionally morning events, you will not be able but, unfortunately, I will not be able to be so.
to attend the event. Write a formal reply in about Once again all the best.
50 words to the family expressing your regret. You Yours lovingly
are Sushmitha Nair, M-114, Fort Road, Chennai. Rachna Madan

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CHAPTER 3
mentioned below: 3. Underlining the main points is very important.
But it is advised to do it after finishing your
Sender’s Address: [Address and contact details exam. Use a pencil and scale for underlining.
of the sender]
4. Presentation is very important.

Letters Date: 5.
6.
Read a lot of letters to get an idea.
Never mention any of your personal details,
Receiver’s Designation and Address:
i.e., name, school name or address.
[Designation and Address of the receiver]
Subject: [Name the request/complaint] 7. Never write in one go. Make sure you follow
Salutation: [Respected Sir/Madam] the right format and make paragraphs.
1. INTRODUCTION address of the receiver. Candidates must 8. Don’t use slangs or short forms.
start with the receiver’s designation followed Body of the letter: 9. Try not to exceed the prescribed word limit of
Letter writing is an art. It is the commonest mode by the name of the organization and then the Paragraph 1 [State the purpose of application] 120-150 words.
of communication. It is different from other forms full address. Paragraph 2 [Here start writing detailed
of writing because it is intended for a specific information]
4. Subject : Followed by the receiver’s details,
reader. A letter is written when something has to
you must include the subject line. Basically, Paragraph 3 [Now conclude your letter that is

EXAMPLE
be conveyed to someone sitting far away. Writing write what you are expecting]
this subject line talks about the purpose of 1. Bal Vidya Public School, Bhilai, urgently requires
requires imagination, creativity, careful planning
the letter. a post-graduate teacher to teach political science
and organization. The language of the letter Complimentary Closing: [Now end the letter
5. Salutation : You should greet the person to for which they have placed an advertisement in
should be interactive. with – yours sincerely, faithfully, thankfully]
whom you are writing the letter. As you are The Bhilai Express. You are Sanjay/Sanjana
Signature: [Name followed by Signature]
writing a formal letter, the greeting should Sharma from 21, Vasant Marg, Bhilai. Draft a
2. TYPES OF LETTERs not be too personal. letter including a CV, applying for the advertised
6. Body : Basically, the body of the letter is post.(120 – 150 words)
There are broadly two types of letter, namely
divided into 3 parts which are as under: 5. Application for a job with

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Formal Letters, and Informal Letters. Let us have
a look at these types of letters:
Paragraph 1 : Purpose of writing the letter. bio-data 21, Vasant Marg
Paragraph 2 : Now explain the reason in Bhilai
1. Formal Letters : These letters follow a certain Employment application means the letter written
detail. 01 March, 20xx
pattern and formality. They are strictly kept Paragraph 3 : Concthe letter. This section for getting a job. It is the primary means of
The Principal
professional in nature, and directly address must say what you’re expecting or the introducing the job seeker to the employer.
Bal Vidya Public School
the issues concerned. Any type of business solution. Through the job application, job seeker offers his
Bhilai
letter or letter to authorities falls within this or her labour and service for a return. Therefore,
7. Complimentary Closing : Now conclude the Subject : Application for the post of a post-
given category. the application for employment acts as a personal
letter with complementary closing like yours graduate teacher
2. Informal Letters : These are personal letters. advertisement. Job application contains appeal for
sincerely, yours faithfully, etc. Sir/Madam
They need not follow any set pattern or adhere the job along with the job seeker’s personal data
8. Signature : Below the complementary In response to your advertisement in The Bhilai
to any formalities. They contain personal like name, address, qualification, and experience.
message, write your name followed by your Express, dated February 25, 20xx for the post of a
information or are a written conversation. signature and designation. What do You mean by Bio-Data? political science teacher in your renowned school,
Informal letters are generally written to Bio data refers to a person’s life, experience I wish to offer my candidature. I am enclosing a
friends, acquaintances, relatives etc. and achievements. It should be representative copy of my bio-data for your perusal and kind
of all your personal and professional details in a consideration.
specified format. It is generally divided into four I am available for the interview on any day of
3. elements of a formal parts: your convenience. If given a chance to serve you, I
letter 1. Personal Details assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity
and dedication up to your satisfaction.
The essential parts of a formal letter are as follows: 2. Qualifications
Thank you
1. Sender’s address : One of the most essential 3. Experience
Yours faithfully
components, also known as the return address. 4. References Sanjay/Sanjana Sharma
It is the mailing address of the sender. The The following points should be remembered
address and contact details of the person while writing job application and biodata in a Bio-Data
sending the letter are written here. better way- Name : Sanjay/Sanjana
2. Date : Immediately after the sender’s address 1. Make sure you double check for grammatical Sharma
comes the date on which the letter is written. 4. FORMAT OF A FORMAL LETTER accuracy and spellings. They carry marks.
Father’s Name : Mithun Sharma
3. Receiver’s designation and address : After A formal letter must adhere to the prescribed 2. Leave adequate number of lines between
writing the date you should mention the format. The format of a formal letter is as paragraphs to make it look clean. Data of Birth : 25th July, 19xx

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Marital Status : Unmarried all the aforementioned qualities required for the rules. They drive vary rash under the influence Chintpumi Temple Crossing and suggesting some
job. I am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your of liquors. They even jump the red light signals remedy for it.
Current Add. : 21, Vasant Marg, perusal and kind consideration. I am available for installed on the roads.

Ans : 2012
Bhilai the interview on any day of your convenience. If Still the private bus operators stop at 232, Friends Colony
Contact No. : 981502xxxx given a chance to serve you, I assure you that I unauthorized stops. The uncontrollable speed Noida
shall work with utmost sincerity and dedication and race with other buses is the main cause of 16th May, 20xx
Languages known : Fluent in English and
up, to your satisfaction. accidents. They even overtake the other buses for To,
Hindi
Thank you picking up more passengers. The conductors pack The Editor
Educational Qualification Yours faithfully their buses to suffocation. As a result, ladies and The Hindustan Times
• Passed XII from SRM School, Bhilai, with Ram/ Rajani old people are unable to get into the buses. New Delhi
78% Marks It requires stricter watch on the part of Subject : Chaotic traffic condition near Chintpumi
Bio-Data
the traffic police. More traffic police should be Temple Crossing
• Passed B.A (Hons.) from Agarwal College,
Name : Ram/Rajani employed to check the violations of the traffic Respected Sir,
Bhiali, with 62% marks
rules. Proper road signals and road marks should
• Passed M.A Sociology from Agarwal College, Nationality : Indian Through this letter of mine, I wish to draw the
be marked. The surprise check by traffic police in
Bhilai, with 65% marks attention of the authorities towards the problems
Father’s Name : Rajan civil dress can play an effective role in booking
• Passed B. Ed from Bhilai faced by students everyday. We reach our college
Data of Birth : 21th April, 19xx the culprits.
fifteen minutes late as our college bus gets stuck
References Yours truly
Marital Status : Unmarried in a traffic jam near Chintpumi Temple crossing.
• Mr. Vijay Mathur, Principal Priyanshu
D.A.V. School, Gurudwara Road, Delhi People park their vehicles in a haphazard way.
Current Add. : 11, Rana Pratap Marg,
• Mr. Satish Ohri 2. You are Praveen of 23, Civil Lines, Jaipur. Write Beggars crowd the gates as well as roads, waiting
New Delhi
Head of Commerce Department a letter to the Editor of Dainik Bhaskar, Jaipur for someone to come out of the temple and give
Contact No. : 971321xxxx about frequent break-down of electricity. alms to them. There is a traffic signal at that
Punjab University, Chandigarh
Languages known : Fluent in English and

Ans : 2016 crossing but people do not follow it.
2. You are Ram/Rajani, living at 1, Rana Pratap Hindi 23, Civil Lines, It is my humble request that a parking area
Marg, New Delhi. Read the advertisement given Jaipur should be allotted to the Temple site so that
below and apply for the job that suits you Educational Qualification 25 January, 20XX people can park their vehicles in a proper way.
giving your bio-data separately. Sun University • Passed XII from Gyan Jyoti School, Delhi, To, The Temple Trust should appoint someone who
requires Lecturers in English and Demonstrators with 84% Marks The Editor can make the beggars sit in a queue and that too
in Physics, Chemistry and Botany for their new • Passed B.Sc from Delhi University with 78% Dainik Bhaskar on the footpath and not on the road. And last but
Campus at Panipat. Candidates with a minimum marks Jaipur not the least, a police-picket should be there at
of 5 year experience alone can apply. Excellent • Passed M.Sc from Delhi University with 71% Subject : Frequent breakdown of electricity in the crossing to make people follow the rules and
command of English is a must. Excellent package marks civil lines, Jaipur regulations.
and compensation for experienced persons. Those Sir, I hope you’ll publish this letter in your
interested may e-mail to sununiversityjobs@gmail. Work Experience esteemed newspaper so that some actions can be
• 7 years as English Lecturer OR Demonstrators Please permit me some space in your newspaper.
com or mail their response to: Box no 123, ‘The taken in this matter.
in Physics, Chemistry, and Botany in I wish to draw the attention of the government
Harbinger’, New Delhi. Thanking you
University of Delhi towards the supply of electricity in Jaipur.


Ans : 2014 Yours sincerely
The lack of electricity supply is causing much
11, Rana Pratap Marg References Akriti
trouble to this city. The supply we get is not only
New Delhi • Mr. Vijay Mathur, Principal short but also highly irregular. We do not know 4. India is a highly populated country. People lack
01 March, 20xx GD Goenka Public School, Pitampura, Delhi about the hours of cut. in maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene as a
The Principal, Sun University • Mrs. Satish Ohri It has also affected the supply of water. If
Box no 123 Head of Department : Commerce result they suffer from various diseases. India has
there is no light in the morning, there is no water a serious sanitation challenge; around 60 per cent
‘The Harbinger’ Delhi University, Delhi either. The local water board also depends on the of the world’s open defecation takes place in India.
New Delhi 3. You are Arjun of 14, New Town, Delhi. You have supply of electricity. Streets are dark in the night. Poor sanitation causes health hazards including
Subject : Application for Post of Lecturer in seen an advertisement in The Times of India for It causes accidents. The students cannot study diarrhoea, particularly in children under 5 years
English/Demonstrator in Physics/Chemistry/ the post of Chief Chef in a 5-Star Hotel. Apply well. of age, malnutrition and deficiencies in physical
Botany for the job with complete biodata. Write in 125- I wish to make an urgent appeal to every development and cognitive ability. You are Nitin/
Sir/Madam, 150 words. person concerned to help. Nikita, head boy/girl of Vikas Public School,
In response to your advertisement in The Times

Ans : 2011 Thanking You Jaipur. Write a letter to the editor of a national
of India, dated February 25, 20xx for the post 14, New Town Yours faithfully daily, highlighting the problem and suggesting
of English Lecturer/Demonstrators in Physics, New Delhi Praveen practical ways to ensure public sanitation and the
Chemistry and Botany in your new campus, I 24 April, 20xx right to dignity and privacy. (120-150 words)
wish to offer my candidature. The Human Resource Manager 3. Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper
I would like to bring into notice that I possess The Leela Hotel highlighting the problem of traffic jam near

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Bio-Data or both. DLF Business Park, Sector 78 4. You are Minu Sen, employed as an Asst. Manager
The following points should be remembered Gurugram, for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in
Name : Minu Sen
while writing a letter to the editor: Subject : Application for the position of Chief your current company in Hyderabad. You saw the
Gender : Female 1. Express your ideas clearly and concisely. Chef given advertisement in the newspaper and wish to
Father’s Name : Mr. Mrinal Sen 2. Confine yourself to one topic. Use simple Sir/Madam, apply for the position advertised.
words, short words, short sentences and short This is with reference to the advertisement Write a letter to Credit Sage Pvt. Ltd. along with
Data of Birth : 16th July, 19xx your bio-data, expressing your interest in the
paragraphs. published in the esteemed daily, The Times
Marital Status : Unmarried of India, on April 05, 20xx. I am Arjun. I have situation vacant.
3. The letter should be timely and newsworthy.
Current Add. : 520, Ashok Nagar, Its meaning should be clear. completed my MBA in hotel management from
CREDIT SAGA Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad 4. Plan your first sentence carefully. Make it Indian Institute of Hotel Management, New Delhi
. I intend to apply for the post of chief chef in Required- Corporate Social responsibility
Contact No. : 981626xxxx short and interesting.
your esteemed organization. Manager (CSR) Head
Languages known : Fluent in English and 5. If you write to criticize, begin with a word
I would like to bring into notice that I possess
Hindi of appreciation, agreement or praise. A calm, Job Responsibilities :
all the aforementioned qualities required for the
constructive presentation is persuasive. • Define strategy for Credit sage’s CSR value
job. I am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your
Educational Qualification 6. Help supply the truth that may have been perusal and kind consideration.
of 1% of people’s time, 1% of products and
• Passed XII from Vivekanand School, Delhi, omitted or slanted in reporting the news or I am available for the interview on any day of 1% of profits to the society.
with 82% Marks editorializing on it. your convenience. If given a chance to serve you, I • Develop various CSR initiatives in the
• Passed B.A (Hons.) from Kirori Mal College, 7. Use a relevant experience (a situation in your assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity company’s adopted village
Delhi, with 73% marks school district) to illustrate a point. When and dedication up to your satisfaction. • Strategise and initiate various community
• Passed M.A Sociology from Kirori Mal rightly (and tightly) told, it can be persuasive. Looking forward to working for The Leela benefit schemes and laison with NGO’s,
College, Delhi, with 68% marks Hotel. Govt. Bodies etc.
8. Desired steps to rectify the situation should
Work Experience also be mentioned. Yours faithfully Preferred Skills & Qualifications
• Assistant Manager for Corporate Social 9. Close the letter with formal request to solve Arjun Singhania • Bachelor or Master’s degree in Sociology/
Responsibility (CSR) in Inde Associates, the problems. Bio-Data Public Relations
Hyderabad • Strong interpersonal and communication
Name : Arjun Singhania
References skills (verbal and written)
Nationality : Indian • Proven experience in CSR project
• Mr. Rakesh Sood

EXAMPLE
Senior Manager, Nippon India Ltd., New Father’s Name : Kaushal Singhania management and execution
Delhi 1. Write a letter to the Editor of “The Times of • Proven experience working with non-profit
India”, Delhi expressing your concern over the Data of Birth : 27th March, 19xx organizations or Corporate CSR
• Mrs. Kalpana Aiyer
Vice President, L & T, Mumbai increase in the rate of road accident, rash driving Marital Status : Unmarried Send your bio-data within 10 days to Gagan
and overcrowded road transport. You are Priya/ Vij, HR Head, Credit Saga Pvt. Ltd, Nashik
Current Add. : 14, New Town, Delhi
Priyanshu living at B-47 Avas Vikas, Mayur For further details please check our website -
6. letter to the editor Vihar, New Delhi. Contact No. : 985137xxxx www.sage.com/careers/csr


Ans : 2018
Languages known : Fluent in English and

Ans :
A Letter to the Editor is a formal comprehensive 2007
B-47, Avas Vikas Hindi 520, Ashok Nagar
letter, addressed to the Editor of a certain
Mayur Vihar Hyderabad
publication/magazine/newspaper with the intent
New Delhi Educational Qualification
of complimenting, critiquing, informing, or 1st October, 20xx
13 November, 20XX • Passed XII from Delhi Public Shcool, Delhi,
communicating a certain piece of information. HR Head
To, with 77% Marks
Newspapers, weeklies and magazines play an Credit Sage Pvt. Ltd.
The Editor • Passed B.A. from Delhi University with 76%
important role in shaping public opinion, public Nashik
The Times of India marks
minds and decisions about many national and Kind Attn.: Mr. Gagan Vij
New Delhi • Passed M.B.A. In Hotel Management from
international issues because they have a large Subject : Application for the post of CSR Manager
Subject : Increasing cases of road accidents, rash Delhi with 82% marks
number of readers. Writing letters to the editors Sir,
driving and overcrowding. Work Experience This is in response to your advertisement published in
is a great way to engage with a topic you are
Sir, • 8 years of experience as a sous- chef in The The Times of India dated 30th September, 20XX for
passionate about and to influence public opinion.
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, Oberoi Hotels. the subject vacancy in your esteemed organisation. I
These letters are written to shape public opinion,
I wish to express the anguish of the general public wish to apply for the same. Please find enclosed my
to share information and ideas, to increase References
over the increasing number of road accidents, cases biodata for your kind perusal and consideration. I
awareness, to advocate your cause or to start • Mr. Vijay Kukreja,
of rash driving and the problem of overcrowding look forward to your positive response.
community conversation. It is a written way of Chief The Oberois, New Delhi
in the buses. Thanking you
talking to a newspaper or magazine. It takes a • Mrs. Ram Prakash
The bus drivers have no regard for the traffic
position for or against an issue or simply inform IIHM, Dean, New Delhi Yours sincerely

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Ans :
Vikas Public School
2008


IMPORTANT QUESTION This is in response to your advertisement in The The Principal
Hindustan Times dated 7 October, 20xx for the Sunflower Public School
Jaipur post of Chief Chef in the Orchard. I wish to offer Jaipur
23nd November, 2019 1. You are Raj/Rati, 115, Ram Nagar, Noida. Read
my candidature for this post. Rajasthan
To, the advertisement given below and write a letter I have the relevant qualifications and work Dear Sir,
The Editor to the advertiser, applying for the job. Also give experience for the job. Although I can handle Subject : Application for the post of Sports Coach
Rajasthan Patrika your detailed resume, which you would send along gourmet cooking, continental cuisine is definitely With reference to your advertisement in the
Jaipur with your letter of application for the job. (120- my forte. Times of India of 16 May 20xx for the post of
Subject : Need for public sanitation. 150 words) Attached herewith is my brief resume. I male sports coach, I wish to apply for it. I am
Sir, would be grateful if I am considered for the above- enclosing details of my educational qualifications
Through the column of your esteemed daily Wanted experienced Post Graduate Teacher
mentioned post in your reputed hotel. and experience in my resume. As required by you,
I want to highlight the serious problem of in Chemistry to teach Classes XI and XII in
a reputed ICSE affiliated residential school. I am a degree holder in Physical Education and
sanitation. Everybody knowns that India is a Yours faithfully
Fluency in English is a must. Working knowledge have been certified by the Sports Authority of
highly populated country. The people have no Aarti Hempal
of computers is preferable; salary commensurate India (SAD in Athletics.
proper sanitation and hygiene facilities. Around In Addition, I have four year’s experience of
with experience and expertise. Please apply to : Bio-Data
60 per cent of the world’s open defecation takes coaching students of a reputable Public School. I
Box No. 205, C/O The Hindu, Noida.
place in India. As a result, people suffer from am confident that I will not disappoint you and


Ans : 2022 Name : Aarti Hempal
various diseases. Diarrhoea, among various health produce some champion athletes of whom you
hazards, is very common among the children 115, Ram Nagar Gender : Female will be proud of.
of below five years of age. Poor sanitation also Noida I am available for the interview at any time
Father’s Name : Shri Sudesh Hempal
causes deficiencies in physical development and 31st March, 20xx convenient to you.
cognitive ability among people. Box No. 205, Data of Birth : 17th March, 19xx
Yours faithfully
The government and the concerned authorities C/o The Hindu, Marital Status : Unmarried Prateek Aggarwal
must take steps in this regard. They should put Noida
Subject : Job Application for Chemistry Teacher Current Add. : 14, West Punjabi Bagh, Bio-Data
the public sanitation facilities at important places
New Delhi
of villages, towns and cities. Besides, people Sir/Madam,
Name : Prateek Aggarwal
should be made aware of diseases caused by open This refers to your advertisement in The Hindu, Contact No. : 702345xxxx
defecation. Sanitation should become our right to dated 28th March, 20xx, for the vacancy of Gender : Male
Languages known : Hindi, English
ensure dignity and privacy. Chemistry teacher’s post in your esteemed school Father’s Name : Shri Rajat Aggarwal
Yours faithfully for Classes XI and XII. I wish to apply for the Educational Qualifications
Data of Birth : 18th Jun, 19xx
Nitin same. I have the qualification and experience • Class XII (PCB) CBSE 2008 76%
Head Boy required for the post. My detailed bio-data is • 3-year course Pusa Institute of Hotel Marital Status : Unmarried
enclosed. Management 2008-2011 80% Current Add. : N-109, Azadpur Delhi
I hope you shall consider my application for • Advanced Diploma in Continental Cooking


 Contact No. : 883135xxxx
interview. from F&B 2012
Thank you Work Experience Languages known : Hindi, English
Yours faithfully • Worked as trainee chef with Lodhi Hotel, Educational Qualifications
Rati Shah New Delhi for 2 years (2013-15) • Passed Class X, CBSE with 72%
Encl. Bio-data • Worked as Assistant sous chef with Hotel • Passed Class XII, CBSE with 81%
Weekend, Gurgaon (2016-2020) • BA (Physical Education) from University of
Bio-Data • At present heading a team of chefs in The Delhi 77%
Orbit, Chandigarh (2020-2022)
Name : Rati Shah Personal Qualifications
Gender : Female 6. Sunflower Public School, Jaipur, requires 2 sports • Certified Coach in Athletics by sports
coaches (one male and one female). Each should Authority of India 90%
Father’s Name : Mr. Somesh Shah
be a degree holder in Physical Education as well Work Experience
Data of Birth : 15th April, 1988 as an SAI certified coach in athletics. Write an • I have been working as Physical Education
Marital Status : Unmarried application in 120-150 words along with your Instructor in Satyawati Public School, New
resume. You are Prateek/Payal, House No. 109, Delhi, since March 20xx
Current Add. : 115, Ram Nagar, Noida
Azadpur, Delhi. Strengths
Contact No. : 82877xxxxx

Ans : 2009
• Have coached students in Athletics and
Languages known : Fluent in English, House No.-109, Azadpur
Dodgeball with discipline and good time
Hindi and German Delhi
management
30 June 20xx

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Educational Qualification : Bio-Data forbidden websites, they can have disastrous 34. Meera Ranjan is a resident of Kerala. She writes
effects on children. a letter to the editor of a local newspaper giving
Examination Institution Board/Uni. Marks Name : Arti Pandey
We all know how mobile phones are her strong views on the disadvantages of setting
B.Ed Miranda House Delhi University 65% Father’s Name : Mr. Daksh Pandey being used for wrong purposes like cheating in up a chemical factory in your area and makes an
MA. (English) L.S.R Delhi University 60%
Address : 14, Model Town, Delhi exams, criminal activities and even for making appeal to the central government to reconsider its
BA. (English) L.S.R. Delhi University 60% objectionable video clips. The common element in decision, as it will worsen the environment of the
Phone : 92572xxxx these gadgets is that they distract children from
XII (Hum.) St. Joseph School CBSE 96% city. Add your own ideas and write this letter in
Date of Birth : 24th September 1989 the right course and lead to wastage of time. 120-150 words.
X St. Joseph School CBSE 90%
Controlled and guided use of electronic

Ans : 2015
Marital Status : Unmarried gadgetry is essential, and that is the message I
Scholarship Awarded : 108, Ernakulam Road
wish to convey to your readers. Kidwai Nagar
Have been a Scholarship holder in XII.
References : Educational Qualifications : Yours faithfully Kerala 6820xx
• M.Sc. in Culinary Arts, HM College, Delhi Pushpit pandey 20 April 20xx
1. Mrs. J.S. Sharma, Principal, Miranda House,
(2006- 2007) The Editor
Delhi, 981871xxxx.
• B.Sc. in Hotel Administration, IHM, Kolkata 33. You are Wasim/Wahida of New Ashok Colony, The Hindu
2. Dr. Sutapa Banerjee, (H.O.D) English
(2003-2005) Agra. The main road leading to the colony is in Bengaluru 5300xx
Literature L.S.R. Delhi, 991071xxxx.
Experience : a very bad condition with many potholes and Dear Sir,
4. You are Anand/Arti of 14, Model Town, Delhi. • Working as a Senior Chef in Radisson Hotels, open manholes. To add to the woes, there is no Subject : Disadvantages of setting up a chemical
You have seen an advertisement in The Hindu for Gurgaon streetlight that makes the matters worse at night. factory in urban areas
the post of Chief Chef in a 5-Star Hotel. Apply Write a letter in about 120-150 words to the Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I
Skills : Editor of The Times of India drawing attention of would like to draw the attention of the authorities
for the job with complete bio-data. Write in 120- • Excellent communication skills, team player, the authorities concerned to the problem and to concerned to the disadvantages of setting up a
150 words. knowledge of different cuisine, sincerity seek immediate remedial action. chemical factory in our town.


Ans : 2010
• Very effective in maintaining standards of

Ans : 2015 With the setting up of a chemical factory
14, Model Town
food quality through active observation 10 New Ashok Colony in our town a large amount of industrial wastes
Delhi
of dishes and direct supervision of special Agra will be discharged into rivers and lakes without
3rd March, 2014
recipes. 18 July 20xx any treatment. Water will get polluted with toxic
The General Manager waste; and emissions from refineries will float
• Experienced in interviewing candidates for The Editor
JW Marriott on the rivers and lakes. Chemical explosion and
kitchen positions. The Times of India
New Delhi radioactive wastes will also pollute the atmosphere
Languages known : New Delhi
Subject: Job application for the position of Chief to an extent beyond imagination.
• English, Hindi and Gujarati Dear Sir
Chef Air also gets polluted due to emission of
Subject : Complaint about bad condition of roads
Sir/Madam, References : of the locality fumes. Oxides of nitrogen emitted by automobile
Having seen your advertisement for an experienced • Mr. Deepak Chautaliya Manager, F&B exhausts change into nitric acid when it reaches
Through the columns of your esteemed daily
Chef, I wish to apply for the same in your reputed Operations The Radisson, Gurgaon the atmosphere. We cannot forget how the
newspaper, I want to draw your kind attention to
organization. I came to know about the vacancy • Dr. Krishna Chand Rai Director IHM, chemical gas leaked from a chemical factory in
the poor conditions of roads in our colony.
through the newspaper The Hindu dated March Kolkata The main road leading to the colony is in a Bhopal, and killed thousands of innocent people.
15, 2014. Please find attached my bio-data for the very bad shape with potholes and open manholes. It is the high time the authorities woke up and
purpose. 5. You are Asit/Aarti Hempal of 14, West Punjabi reconsidered their decision to set up the chemical
These often cause accidents or injuries to the
I have been working with organizations of Bagh, New Delhi. You have seen the following factory in our town. I look forward to you for
people walking down it. Day by day things are
international repute for the last seven years. At advertisement in The Hindustan Times for the getting bad to worse. One can’t travel on such publishing this letter in your editorial column at
present, I am working with Radisson Hotels, post of Chief Chef in a Five Star Hotel. Apply roads. To add to our woes, there are no street your convenience.
Gurgaon as a Senior Chef. I believe that I have for the job with complete biodata. Write a cover lights. For quite some time the roads have become
the skills, creativity and qualifications to excel in letter also. Yours faithfully
impassable. We have already made several
the role and would like to bring my enthusiasm

Ans : 2010 Meera Ranjan
complaints but still things have not improved.
for creating new dishes to your hotel. 14, West Punjabi Bagh The situation gets more complicated during the 35. You are Srikhant, living at 7C-189, Ist floor,
I would appreciate the chance to discuss my New Delhi rainy season as even the slightest rain floods the
abilities and your menus and explain how I could Ramjas Colony, Muzzafarpur. Write a letter to
10 October 20xx roads, adding more problems. Often all this mess
contribute to your restaurant’s success. the Editor of a newspaper about the burden of
The Advertiser causes traffic jams on the roads.
I thank you in anticipation of an early heavy bags the young children carry to school.
P.O. Box 101 I would be grateful if you publish my letter
response.

Ans : 2014
The Hindustan Times in your newspaper and help draw the attention of 7C-189 1st Floor
New Delhi authorities concerned to our plight.
Yours truly, Ramjas Colony
Sir, Yours faithfully
Arti Muzzafarpur
Subject : Application for the post of Chief Chef Wahida
17 March 20xx

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References Educational Qualifications Chattisgarh 120-150 words to the Manager, Rockfield Pvt.
• Dr. Pradeep Malik • MBA from Time Institute in 20xx with 78% 17 March 20xx Ltd., Bhopal, offering your candidature.
• Senior Coach, Sports Authority of India New • B.Com from Dungar College, Jaipur in 20xx The Principal You are Raman Mehta/Reshma Mehta.
Delhi (785262xxxx) with 86% Khetan Public School

Ans : 2007
• Sri PM Rajput, Financial Advisor GRASM • Class XII, CBSE in 20xx with 89% (Commerce Raipur 87, Gandhi Road
Bengaluru (881262xxxx) stream) Dear Sir, Jhansi
• Class X CBSE in 20xx with 91% Subject : Application for the post of TGT English
7. You are Prem/Parul, 16, TT Nagar, Bhopal. You 23 March 20xx
Work Experience In response to your advertisement in the Danik
would like to apply for the post of the Marketing The Manager
• Worked as Marketing Manager at Vistas Jagran dated 15th March, 20xx, for the post of
Manager in a reputable firm in Mumbai. Write a Rockfield Pvt. Ltd.,
Enterprises for the last 4 years. TGT English, I would like to apply for the same.
letter to the Public Relations Officer, Chaitanya Bhopal
• Currently working as Marketing Head, I have the requisite qualifications and experience
Enterprises, Mumbai, applying for the job. Write Dear Sir,
Shinaya Enterprises for the last 3 years. and possess good communication skills. If given
the letter in 120-150 words giving your biodata. Subject : Application for the post of an Accountant
an opportunity to serve your esteemed Institute


Ans : 2009 References With reference to your advertisement in The Hindu
I assure you I will work to your satisfaction. I
16, T.T. Nagar • Mr. Rajat Mehra dated 20 March, 20xx, I wish to apply for the
am enclosing my resume for your perusal and
Bhopal CEO, Vistas Enterprises, Delhi position mentioned above. I feel my qualifications
consideration.
7 December 20xx • Mr. Keshav Das and experience are adequate to enable me to
The Public Relations Officer MD, Universal Marketing Ltd., Bengaluru, Yours faithfully discharge my duties.
Chaitanya Enterprises Karnataka Rohini Mittal For your kind consideration I am attaching
Link Road, Versova my testimonials as well as resume for further
Bio-Data
Mumbai perusal.
Dear Sir, Name : Rohini Mittal Thanking you
Subject : Application for the post of Marketing Yours faithfully
Manager Gender : Female
Raman Mehta
In response to your advertisement in ‘The Times Father’s Name : Shri O.P. Mittal
8. You are Krishna of 13-C/169 Sector 16, Rohini, Bio-Data
of India’, dated 5 December 20xx for the post Data of Birth : 12th April, 19xx
Delhi. You have seen an advertisement in the
of a marketing manager, I wish to offer my Name : Raman Mehta
Hindustan Times for the post of Chief Chef in Marital Status : Unmarried
candidature for the same.
a Five Start Hotel. Apply for the same with Gender : Male
I have requisite qualifications and excellent Current Add. : 130, Tandon Road,
complete resume. Do not exceed 120-150 words.
communication skills. I am enclosing a copy of my Sadar Bazar, Raipur Father’s Name : Shri Sohan Mehta
biodata for your perusal and kind consideration. Invent necessary details.


Ans : 2009 Contact No. : 89283535xxxx Data of Birth : 07th November, 19xx
I have a passion for marketing and am keen to
implement new strategies. 13-C/169, Sector 16 Languages known : Fluent in English, Marital Status : Unmarried
Hoping for a favourable response from you. Rohini Hindi and German Current Add. : 87, Gandhi Road, Jhansi
Yours faithfully Delhi
26 June 20xx Extra skills Well versed in Contact No. : 933535xxxx
Prem Raghuvanshi computers
The Managing Director Languages known : Fluent in English, Hindi
Encl. : Educational Qualifications
The Park Hotel and German
1. Photograph • XII, CBSE 85%
Connaught Place
2. Testimonials & certificates • BA (Hons), Delhi University, 70% Extra skills Well versed in computers
New Delhi
3. Resume Dear Sir, • B ed, Delhi University, 75% Educational Qualifications
Subject : Application for the post of Chief Chef • MA English, Delhi University, 74% • CBSE (10+2) - 90%
Bio-Data
This is with reference to the advertisement in Work Experience • B Com (Hons) - 68%
Name : Prem Raghuvanshi The Times of India and The Hindustan Times • 7 years as a TGT English in S.K. Public • CA - 70%
Gender : Male dated 24 June 20xx for the post of Chief chef in School, Raipur • ICWAI - 60%
your esteemed organisation. I would like to offer References Work Experience
Father’s Name : Shri Vineet Raghuvanshi
my candidature for the same as I fulfil all the • Mr. S.P. Rai, Director, Himalaya Public • Jindal Pvt. Ltd., Jhansi, for 3 years
Data of Birth : 26th November, 19xx requirements. School, Raipur References
Marital Status : Unmarried I am an ardent worker, who believes in • Mr. Leela Kaul, Professor K.K. College,
honesty, dedication and sincerity. I am enclosing • Dr. R.K. Agarwal, C.M.O. Civil Hospital,
Raipur. Jhansi,
Current Add. : 16, TT Nagar Bhopal my resume for your consideration.
In anticipation of an early response. 13. You see a classified advertisement in a leading • Sh. R.K. Khandelwal, Financial Advisor,
Contact No. : 823535xxxx
daily inviting application for the post of an Jindal Pvt. Ltd., Jhansi
Languages known : Hindi, English Yours faithfully
accountant. Write a letter along with resume in
Krishna Singh

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Bio-Data of a Nursery Teacher I offer my candidature for • Excellent communication skills, Diploma in Current Add. : 642, Gandhi Road,
the same. I fulfil the requisites laid by you and Computer with Python C++ and MS Office Jhansi
Name : Anita Singh
assure you that if given a chance. I will work with References
Gender : Female full devotion and dedication for the upliftment of Contact No. : 88535xxxx
• Dr. A.K. Gosh
Father’s Name : Shri O.P. Singh both students and Institute. Professor, Amba Bai Hospital, Bhopal Languages known : Fluent in English, Hindi
I am enclosing my resume for your perusal (953253xxxx) and German
Data of Birth : 30th December, 19xx and consideration. Waiting in anticipation. • K.K. Khanna Extra skills Well versed in computers
Marital Status : Unmarried Yours faithfully Sr. Marketing Manager, Shanti Industries,
Current Add. : 87, Tandon Road, Sipri Suraj Prakash Bhopal (931513xxxx) Educational Qualifications
Bazar, Jhansi • Graduation with 60% marks from M.D.
Bio-Data University in 20xx
Contact No. : 772351xxxx 16. Study the following advertisement and then write
• Postgraduation with 75% marks from M.D.
Name : Suraj Prakash a suitable application for the post of a receptionist.
Languages known : Hindi, English University in 20xx
Gender : Male References
Wanted smart and dynamic female with good
Educational Qualifications Father’s Name : Shri Balram Prakash communication skills to serve as a receptionist • Dr. S.K. Jha, Head of Department Political
• B.Com (Hons), MD University, Rohatak
Data of Birth : 21th Jun, 19xx in the front office of a five star Hotel. Fresh Science M.D. University, Rohtak (785253xxxx)
Work Experience graduates with knowledge of foreign languages • Mr. R.N. Narayan
• Have worked for two years in Rajat Pvt. Ltd. Marital Status : Unmarried preferred. Apply with two passport sized Manager, North Campus School, Rohtak
References Current Add. : C-14/140 Sector 11, photographs & complete biodata to The Times (885123xxxx)
• Sh. B.K. Singh Rohini, Delhi of India, P.B. No 73XX within 7 days from the
date of the publication of this advertisement. 17. You are Archana/Ashish living at C-16/714
CMO, Civil Hospital Contact No. : 7823535xxxx Saraswati Lane, Gwalior. You came across an
• Rajat Sharma

Ans : 2006
Languages known : Hindi, English advertisement for the post of Trainee Accountant
Manager, Rajat Pvt. Ltd. 642 Gandhi Road
in S.R. Medical Labs, Gwalior. Write a letter to
Educational Qualifications Jhansi
11. You are Suraj/Sohana. You came across the the advertiser applying for the job. Also give your
• XII CBSE Board 85% 23 August 20xx
following advertisement in a national daily. You detailed resume.
• BA (Hons), Delhi University 65% The Times of India

Ans : 2005
consider yourself suitable and eligible for the post. Post Box No 73xx
• JBT, Delhi University 60% C-16/714, Saraswati Lane
Write an application in about 120-150 words in New Delhi
• BEd, Delhi University 75% Gwalior
response to the advertisement. Dear Sir,
• MA (English) Pursuing 13 September 20xx
Subject : Application for the post of Receptionist
Applications are invited for the post of a Work Experience To,
nursery teacher in a reputable school of north In response to your advertisement for the post of The Manager
• Worked for six years in SK Internal School,
west Delhi. The candidate must have at least a receptionist in a five star hotel, I offer myself as S.R. Medical Labs
Vikas Marg, Delhi
5 years experience of teaching tiny tots. The one of the candidates for the same. Gwalior
applicant must have good command over Expected Salary I am a dynamic young girl with a pleasing
Dear Sir,
English and be well versed in computer. He/she • 7th Pay commission personality. My communication skills are very
Subject : Application for the post of Trainee
should be innovative and creative. Attractive References good and also I have a reasonable command over
Accountant
salary. Interested candidates should apply to the • Shri Jagdish Prasad French.
This is in response to your advertisement dated
Principal, Ramnarayan International School, Manager, SK International School, Vikas I am sure, if given a chance, I can be an asset
for the organisation. 10 September, 20xx, in the Times of India for
Ghaziabad, within 10 day with detailed resume. Marg, Delhi the post of Trainee Accountant in your esteemed
• Sh. S.K. Bhagat I am enclosing my bio-data for your kind


Ans : 2008
consideration. organization. As my qualifications match those
C-14/140 CMO, Civil Hospital, Patparganj, Delhi required for the post, I would like to apply for the
Sector 11, Rohini Yours faithfully same. I am enclosing my bio-data for your kind
Delhi 12. You are Rohini/Rohit. You have seen an Rachna Sharma perusal.
13 August 20xx advertisement for the post of an English Teacher Bio-Data I promise to serve the organisation sincerely
The Principal in Khetan Public School, Raipur. Write a letter and to the my best of ability, if selected.
Ramnarayan International School in response to the advertisement applying for the Name : Rachna Sharma Yours faithfully
Gaziabad post. Give your detailed resume. Invent necessary Gender : Female Ashish
Respected Sir details.
Subject : Application for the post of Nursery Father’s Name : Sh. R.K. Sharma Bio-Data


Ans : 2007
Teacher. 130 Tandon Road Data of Birth : 27th April, 19xx Name : Ashish
With reference to your advertisement in ‘The Sadar Bazar Marital Status : Unmarried
Daily’ dated 10th August, 20XX, for the post Raipur Gender : Male

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14. You saw an advertisement in a daily newspaper • Sh. L.L. Verma advertisement. Choose a post for which you Educational Qualification
for the post of a Sales Executive in a reputable Sr. Advocate, Delhi High Court (999111xxxx) think you are suitable. Send your application in • Passed XII from Harmony Sr. Sec school
MNC. Write a letter with bio-data in 120-150 response to this advertisement. Roorkee with 90% Marks
words to the HR Manager, Goel Sons Ltd, Vinod 15. You are Ram/Raman of 17, TT Nagar Bhopal. • Passed BCom from Mehak College of
You would like to apply for the post of Marketing An Upcoming School in Ghaziabad Commerce, Roorkee, with 70% marks
Nagar, Delhi, applying for the post advertised.
Manager in an MNC in Delhi. Write a litter to the Requires the Following Staff
You are Rani/Rajesh. Work Experience


Ans : 2006
Director, Chipmuk Enterprises, D-7 Vikas Marg, Lab Assistant : Science graduates having 2-5 • Worked as an ‘Accountant’ for 2 years at
171, Vinod Nagar Delhi, applying for the job. Write the letter in years of lab experience Shree Ganesh Chemicals Ltd, Ghaziabad.
Delhi 1100xx 120-150 words giving your bio-data Accountant : B. Com. with minimum


Ans : 2006 experience of 2 years in References
13 April 20xx
17, TT Nagar Receptionist : maintaining accounts • Mr. Raja Ram, Sales Manager,
The HR Manager
Bhopal 4620xx Young female candidates Diamond Industries Ghaziabad.
Goel Sons Ltd.
25 June 20xx fluent in English with good • Dr. M.K. Agarwal, Manager (Finance),
Vinod Nagar
The Director communication skills and Shree Fertilizers Ltd. Ghaziabad.
Delhi 1100xx
Dear Sir, Chipmuk Enterprise proficiency in computer/Net
20. Write a letter to Editor of local daily, New Delhi
Subject : Application for the post of a Sales D-7 Vikas Marg surfing with 3 year experience
about water scarcity in you locality suggesting
Executive Delhi 1100xx Please send your detailed updated resume within ways to improve the condition of water supply.
With reference to your advertisement in the Dear Sir seven days to the Manager, Prayag International You are Bobby/Babita of Ghaziabad.
Hindustan Times of 10 April 20xx for the post Subject: Application for the post of Marketing School, 674, Kavi Nagar, Ghaziabad, 20xx.

Ans : 2022
of a sales executive, I would like to offer my Manager


Ans : 2005 A-10, New Colony
candidature for the same. In response to your advertisement dated 20th
13, Vikas Marg Ghaziabad
For your kind consideration I am enclosing June, 20XX in the Times of India, I wish to offer
New Delhi 2 March, 20xx
my bio-data. If given a chance, I would work with my candidature. I fulfil the conditions laid down
22 October 20xx The Editor
full sincerity and devotion. in your advertisement. I have completed my MBA
The Manager Hindustan Times
in Marketing Management from Symbiosis Pune
St. Prayag School New Delhi- 12001
Yours faithfully with 90% marks. I have also 3 years experience
67A Kavi Nagar Subject : Water crisis in New Colony
Rajnesh Singhal working for a reputable concern in Bhopal. I am
Ghaziabad Respected Sir,
Bio-Data enclosing my bio-data for your kind consideration.
Dear Sir, Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper,
Hoping for a favourable response.
Subject : Application for the post of ‘Accountant’ I wish to draw the attention of the concerned
Name : Rajesh Singhal
Yours faithfully In response to your advertisement dated 20 authorities towards the problem of water scarcity
Gender : Male Ram Sharma October, 20XX in the Times of India, for the post in our locality.
Father’s Name : Sh. Kamlesh Singhal of Accountant, I want to offer my candidature. I It is still early summer and the residents are
Bio-Data already facing acute water shortage in the area.
am a dynamic young man of pleasing habits and
Data of Birth : 08th January, 19xx The supply starts at 7.30 a.m. and cuts off at 8.30
Name : Ram Sharma personality with the necessary qualifications and
Marital Status : Unmarried experience. I can join immediately if desired. a.m in the morning and is restored only for half
Gender : Male Looking forward for a positive response. an hour in the evening between 5.00 p.m. to 6.30
Current Add. : 171, Vinod Nagar, Delhi
Father’s Name : Shri Gopal Sharma p.m. Since the timings are erratic, many people,
Contact No. : 782305xxxx Yours faithfully especially, the working couples are unable to store
Data of Birth : 09th November, 19xx Rajan Sharma water. Frequent complaints to the Jal Board haven’t
Languages known : Fluent in English, Hindi
and German Marital Status : Unmarried Bio-Data yielded any result as the authorities express their
helplessness saying that one of the tanks of the
Extra skills Well versed in computers Current Add. : 17, TT Nagar Bhopal Name : Rajan Sharma Hyderpur Water Treatment plant is under repair
Contact No. : 872525xxxx Gender : Male and has been shut down for a month or so thereby
Educational Qualifications
Languages known : Fluent in English, Hindi affecting the water supply in the area. But it is
• Senior Secondary- 90% with distinction in Father’s Name : Shri Ram Narayan
and German nearly one and a half months since the problem
English and maths Sharma
began, yet there is no respite for the residents.
• B.Com (Hons)- 80% marks from Satyavati Extra skills Well versed in computers Data of Birth : 10th July, 19xx The Jal Board should, in the meantime, make
College, Delhi Computers- C++, Java, Net, provisions for water tankers at different hours of
Unix from Apple Educational Qualifications Marital Status : Unmarried
the day. Also, measures must be taken to expedite
• MBA in Marketing Management, Symbiosis Current Add. : 13, Vikas Marg, Delhi
References the repair work.
Institute, Pune Thank you
• Sh. A.K. Dewan Contact No. : 981876xxxx
Principal, Satyavati College, Delhi Work Experience
Languages known : Fluent in English and Yours sincerely
(773125xxxx) • Manager at Shanti Industries, Bhopal (3
Hindi Bobby
years)

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firm in Bengaluru. I want to change my job due to Bio-Data Bio-Data

Father’s Name : Shri Vinod sharma
proximity to my native place. I hold a BSc (Hons)
Data of Birth : 24th April, 19xx degree in chemistry from Pune University. Name : Krishna Singh Name : Gunjeet Jain
Marital Status : Unmarried My resume is enclosed herewith for your kind Gender : Male Father’s Name : Shri Sanjay Das
perusal. If selected, I assure you, I will prove an
Current Add. : C-16/714 Saraswati Lane Father’s Name : Shri Rajesh Singh Data of Birth : 15th October, 19xx
asset to your company. I am looking forward to
Gwalior Data of Birth : 19th November, 19xx Marital Status : Unmarried
joining your esteemed organization at the earliest.
Contact No. : 88535xxxx Thanking you Marital Status : Unmarried Current Add. : 334, Naraina Vihar,
Languages known : Fluent in English, Hindi Yours faithfully New Delhi
Pankaj Das Current Add. : 13-C/169, Sector 16,
and German Rohini Delhi 85 Contact No. : 993125xxxx
Extra skills Well versed in computers Bio-Data
Contact No. : 7756315xxxx Languages known : Hindi, English
Educational Qualifications Name : Pankaj Das Languages known : Hindi, English Extra skills Computer Knowledge
• Passed Class X, CBSE with 92% Gender : Male
• Qualifications Passed Class XII, CBSE with Educational Qualifications Educational Qualifications
Father’s Name : Shri Sanjay Das • Master of Business Administration from • Passed class 10 with 78%
68%
• B Com (Hons) from Bundelkhand University Data of Birth : 29th May, 19xx Delhi University with 80% Marks • Class 12 from National Open School 80%
with 72% • Graduation in Hotel Management, Pusa • BBA (IGNOU) with 75%
Marital Status : Unmarried
• M Com from Bundelkhand University with Institute, Delhi Work Experience
Current Add. : 95, Dehu Road Pune
62 Work Experience • Worked as Supervisor on ad hoc basis at
Contact No. : 982535xxxx • Trainee at the Radisson Blue, Delhi. Vistas Enterprise for 2 years
Work Experience
• Worked for 1 year as Trainee Accountant Languages known : Fluent in English, Hindi References References
with XYZ Company, Gwalior and German • Mr. L.K. Jha • Mrs. Meena Kaul (CEO), Vistas Enterprise
References Extra skills Well versed in computers Professor - Pusa Institute Delhi • Dr. Rahul Goswami (CMD), Sagar Ratna
• Mr. S.K. Gupta, Principal, XYZ School, • Dr. A.K. Dewan
Educational Qualifications Oncologist - Civil Hospital, Delhi 10. Draft an application for the post of an accountant
Gwalior, Mob. 972353xxxx • Passed Class X, CBSE with 82% in Gurukul Public School that was advertised in
• Dr. R.K. Jain, CMO, Civil Hospital, Gwalior, • Qualifications 9. During summer months after your exams are the Times of India. Also, include your biodata.
Mob. 982455xxxx Passed Class XII, CBSE with 78% over, you want to utilize your time by working in You are Anil/Anita.
• BSc (Hons) in chemistry from Pune University a leading chain of superstores. You are Gunjeet/

Ans : 2008
18. Pankaj Das of 95, Dehu Road, Pune, sees an
with 77% Gagan. Write an application for the post of a 87 Tandon Road
advertisement for the post of a supervisor and
Work Experience supervisor giving your complete bio-data to the Sipri Bazar
decides to apply for the job. The requirements
• Working as Supervisor in Raman Chemist, HR Manager, Apna Ghar, GK Part II, New Delhi. Jhansi
for the job are graduation in any science subject,
Annasandra Palaya, Bengaluru for last three

Ans : 2008 13 May 20xx
knowledge of English and possession of computer
years. 334, Naraina Vihar The Principal
skills. Write an application along with the biodata
New Delhi Gurukul Public School
in about 120-150 words to the Personnel Manager, Scholarship/Awards 11 April 20xx Jhansi City
Light Sight Chemists, Dehu Road, Pune. • Scholarship holder in Class XI and XII. Won The HR Manager Dear Sir,


Ans : 2005
gold medal in post Graduation for highest Apna Ghar Subject : Application for the post of Accountant
95, Dehu Road score. GK Part II This is with reference to your advertisement in
Pune
23 July 20xx References New Delhi ‘The Time of India’ dated 10 May for the post
• Dr. S.N. Dharwadkar, Head, Dept. of Dear Sir, working of an accountant.
The Personnel Manager
Chemistry, Pune University Subject : Application for the post of supervisor Presently I am working at St. Joseph School,
Light Sight Chemists
• Dr. P.C.A. Raghavan, Professor, St. Paul’s With reference to your advertisement for the post Mission Compound, Jhansi, where I have been
Delhi Road, Pune
College, Pune of a supervisor in your company, I would like to working for the last 2 years. I fulfil all the requirements
Dear Sir,
offer myself as a candidate for the same. If selected, laid down by your esteemed organisation, hence would
Subject : Application for the post of Supervisor Date : 23, July 20xx
I assure you, that I will help the company through like to offer my candidature.
With reference to your advertisement in the Times Place : Pune
my duties. My biodata is enclosed herewith. I assure you if given a chance I will work with
of India dated 22 July 20XX, inviting applications full devotion, dedication and zeal to uplift the
for the post of supervisor, I wish to apply for the 19. You are Rajan/Rama, living in Ghaziabad. Yours faithfully standard of the students. I am enclosing my bio-
same. You have just completed your studies and are Gunjeet Jain data for your kind consideration.
I possess strong understanding of office in search of a job. While browsing through the
supervision, and daily transaction with the Yours faithfully
Times of India, you came across the following
customers. Currently I am working in a chemist Anita

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21. Write a letter to the Editor, Deccan Times, Rohini

Ans : 2021
Subject : Faulty and fraudulent advertisement
Bangalore about the inadequate parking facilities Delhi Amar Colony about education abroad
in the Commercial Street, M.G. Road, which is Dear Sir, Ghaziabad Through the columns of your esteemed daily I
causing a lot of inconvenience to the people. Offer Subject : Control Net Surfing at School 15 June 20xx would like to bring to your kind notice the fact
your suggestions. You are Anoop/Ritu, 24 Hennus Our public schools have modernised their The Editor that I came across an advertisement, concerning
Road, Bangalore. libraries to provide internet surfing facilities to The Times of India education abroad, in the Telegraph. The ad read,


Ans : 2022 senior students so that they can complete their Ghaziabad “The BTN Sussex University in collaboration
24, Hennus Road assignments better and gain knowledge necessary Dear Sir, with its Indian counterpart offers the first year
Bangalore-37 to be well informed and do well in their exams. Subject : Repair of colony road before monsoon of study in India and three subsequent years in
10 February, 20xx However, the schools have not introduced much season the U.K.” In good faith, I joined the above course
The Editor, control on the net surfing by students, resulting I want to draw your attention to the poor civic and spent 10,00,000. But, it was proved that it
Deccan Times in the students wasting their time in entertaining facilities in our city. The main road of our colony was a fraud ad and I was trapped unfortunately.
Bangalore -42 themselves by playing interactive games available has been in miserable condition for a long time Such advertisements are now befooling students
Subject : Inadequate Parking Facility on various sites or watching videos and other and nobody paid attention to it to date. at random.
Sir, prohibited material. Actually students should use In the last monsoon season, the road was I would, therefore, request the attention of
With due respect, I wish to say that I Anoop, own the internet mostly for gaining knowledge rather badly damaged due to heavy rains and was almost the public and education authorities concerned to
than wasting their time merely on entertainment. wiped out. The water was clogged there for hours take drastic action against the false ads.
an electronic shop in the Commercial Street, M.G.
This will also lead to poor performance of such and nobody tried to clear it. As a result, it is left
Road. There is a good number of shops on both
students in the exams, thus affecting the overall full of ditches and deep pot holes and the vehicles Yours faithfully
sides of the street. Every day, huge crowd gathers
reputation of the school concerned. like bikes and cars can’t move smoothly. There is Renu Sharma
here for shopping. Many shopkeepers and people
In this regard, schools must ensure that they always a danger of accidents and loss of life.
come by their car in the area. Many visitors also Through you I would like to draw the attention 25. As a citizen of Delhi, you find that the
install suitable software programmes which will
come by their car. But the main problem is that of the authorities concerned about the unhygienic Government’s odd-even formula did not reduce
block content like interactive games and other
the parking facility is inadequate, space is less, the and uncomfortable living conditions of our colony. the pollution to the extent that it helped in the
sites which are prohibited. Unless this is done
vehicles are more. This causes great inconvenience I also request them to get the road repaired. de-congestion of the traffic on the roads. It was a
effectively, the whole purpose of providing the
to the people. Shopping in this area has become net facility will be defeated. So the schools should Thank you. laudable effort nevertheless. Write a letter to the
very difficult, as the passages and by-lanes get control student’s net surfing at school and enable Editor of a national daily expressing your views
jammed by vehicles. Besides, too many vehicles them to use the internet fruitfully. Yours faithfully
on the initiative. Also give suggestions on how
cause too much traffic, which further worsens the Thank you Akhilesh
vehicular pollution on Delhi roads can be reduced.
situation, sometimes by causing accidents even. You are Tina/Tarun Gautam of 14, Barakhamba
An open field adjacent to the commercial area, is Yours faithfully 24. You are Renu of 334, Kirti Nagar. You have
just come across an advertisement concerning Road. New Delhi.
lying vacant. This can be used as an authorised Raveena

Ans : 2019
parking place, which will reduce the problem of education abroad.
23. You are Akhilesh/Abhilasha of Amar Colony, 14, Barakhamba Road
parking in the area. The BTN Sussex University in collaboration New Delhi 110001
I hope the concerned authorities will take this Ghaziabad. The road near your house was washed
away in the previous monsoon rains and has not with its Indian counterpart offers the first year 4 April 20xx
matter into consideration without further delay of study in India and the three subsequent years The Editor
and take an immediate action. been repaired since then. As a result, people living
in the UK. The Times of India
Thank you in the colony are facing a lot of problems. Write a
letter in 120-150 words to the editor of a national You joined the above course. Despite having spent Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg
Yours faithfully
daily drawing the attention of the authorities a substantial amount, you haven’t been able to New Delhi 110002
Ritu Jalota
concerned to the grave situation in the colony. proceed to the UK for your studies. Write a letter Dear Sir,
22. You are Rajat/Raveena, a resident of Gwalior. in 120-150 words to the editor of a newspaper Subject : Odd-Even formula
You feel students should use the Internet mostly drawing attention of the public and the education Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper,
for gaining knowledge rather than wasting time authorities to such advertisements which befool I would like to state that the implementation of
merely on entertainment. Write a letter in 120- students. Suggest measures which could be taken the government’s odd-even formula was a short-
150 words to the Editor of The Economic Times up against unscrupulous vendors of education. term successful effort so far as de-congestion of
pointing out how schools can control students

Ans : 2020
Delhi roads was concerned. People did go for
net surfing at school and enable them to use the 334, Kirti Nagar ride-sharing and made use of whatever public
Internet fruitfully. Delhi transport facility was available (Delhi metros


Ans : 2021 25 November 20xx were bursting at the seams).
M-71, Gokuldham Colony The Editor But, at the same time, I feel that this policy
Gwalior The Times of India had too many minuses. Public transport was not
2 March 20xx New Delhi geared to cope with the excess load. Taxi and auto
The Editor fares shot up. The Delhi government overlooked
Dear Sir,
the pollution-causing vehicles-the buses, trucks,
The Economic Times

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tempos and two wheelers. Yours faithfully of a national daily expressing your concern about Subject : Train accident
As corrective measures, I would like to Bhavjeet Kaur indifference of people to their own as well as Watching a train accident is probably the worst
suggest that pollution causing vehicles should be others’ health. It is harmful to the environment experience of life. Last week I witnessed a horrible
heavily penalized, sale and registration of new 27. You are Sunanda of 7, South Extension, New Delhi. too. Suggest some ways to sensitize city dwellers train accident when the Rajdhani Express was
vehicles controlled, pollution checks enforced Write a letter to the editor of a national daily about the safe environment. rushing through the outer signal at Faridabad
strictly and a long-term practical planning be put expressing your concern over the rising exodus

Ans : 2018 and collided with a local passenger train. It
in place. Only then Delhiites will breathe easy in of people from neighbouring states. Express your A-23/1 all happened before me and, in a moment, the
a pollution-free city. apprehensions and give a few suggestions about Ashok Nagar peaceful track turned into a turmoil of cries,
the issue. Delhi shouts and people running helter skelter.
Yours faithfully

Ans : 2018

7, South Extension 11 July 20xx Soon, the spot became overcrowded with
Tina Gautam
New Delhi The Editor ambulances and police. The doors of two
26. You are Bhavjeet Kaur of 25/A, Defence Colony, The Times of India compartments were blocked and couldn’t be
8 June 20xx
New Delhi. You are deeply concerned about the New Delhi opened. Passengers inside were crying out of
The Editor
growing apathy of people towards eve-teasing Dear Sir desperation and suffering. The gas cutters were
The Hindu
in local buses. Write a letter to the editor of a Subject : Smoking-a serious health hazard brought in and with great difficulty the injured
New Delhi
Through the columns of your reputable passengers were taken out. People were also seen
newspaper expressing your concern and suggesting Dear Sir,
newspaper, I would like to attract the attention helping one another. The injured were rushed
ways in which are women can ensure their own Subject : Exodus from Neighbouring States
of the general public to the menace of smoking. to hospital. Soon, the accident was flashed on
safety. The recent exodus of people in large numbers
Recently, government imposed a ban on smoking television and I came to know that thirty persons


Ans : 2019 from neighbouring states has created an alarming
in public places, yet people can be seen flouting died while more than fifty were injured. It was
25/A, Defence Colony situation. The long queues everywhere is not only really a tragic accident and the Railways must do
New Delhi frustrating but also unmanageable. It is a great the rules without caring for others or themselves.
all to avoid such unfortunate accidents.
7 February 20xx stress on the infrastructure and resources available Smoking kills not only the smoker but the persons
Yours faithfully
The Editor in metropolitan cities. People come to the cities around him/her too. Such a callous attitude of
Nitin Chawla
The Hindu in search of employment, medical facilities or people shows a lack of civic sense and indifference
M.G. Road educational opportunities. There is mushroom towards their environment. A smoker harms 30. Write a letter to the editor of The Hindu about
New Delhi growth of slums wherever some construction takes others who inhale smoke as passive smokers. rash and reckless driving, suggesting preventive
Dear Sir, place. The unskilled workers land up in creating When people smoke they present a bad measures. You are Neha/Nehal living at B-3/345
Subject : Concern over eve-teasing example before others. Smoking is really a bad Sector 8, Defence Colony, New Delhi.
law and order problems. The number of thefts,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, habit that must be quit at the earliest. People

Ans :
murders and arson is increasing alarmingly. 2017
I wish to express my concern over the increasing need to be more aware of its harm. B-3/345 Sector 8
It is high time that the Central and the state
eve-teasing in local buses. Anti-smoking posters and banners should be Defence Colony
governments took adequate steps to check this
Every day we come across tragic incidents of put up across the city. Stricter action should be
exodus. It is the responsibility of the governments New Delhi
eve-teasing and at times women are thrown out taken against the offenders.
to provide proper education and equip the health 25 August 20xx
of moving buses and they are grievously injured. I hope the readers would realize the harm of
centres and hospitals with the best facilities The Editor
The worst situation is when the onlookers turn a smoking and quit the bad habit.
available. The fair and advanced standard of The Hindu
blind eye to the situation. education which is available in big cities should be Yours faithfully 3rd Floor
It is a matter of grave concern that the provided in smaller towns also so that when one Amit Milap Bhavan
general public is becoming insensitive to the leaves the native place, one is capable enough to Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg
security of women and young girls. People need to contribute to its development rather than be a 29. You saw a train accident last week when a train
Delhi
be more sensitive to women’s security as they are compulsive burden. The governments have the collided with another train while changing the
Dear Sir,
an integral part of the society. It has been rightly resources to check the exodus. They can strengthen track. Write a letter in 120-150 words to the
Subject : Rash and Reckless Driving on Roads of
said that the society where women are respected, the state governments by providing financial help. editor of a national newspaper describing the
Delhi
progresses better. Such steps will not only reduce the burden on city accident. You are Nitin/Riya Chawla of Sewa
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I
Women themselves should be aware of their infrastructure and resources, it will also make life Kutir, Pankha Road, Faridabad.
security and respect. They need to learn martial want to highlight the dangers of rash and reckless
better and safer for all.

Ans : 2017
arts or self-defence techniques. The latest defence driving in Delhi. Death stalks on Delhi roads in
Yours faithfully III, Sewa Kutir
techniques, such as pepper spray or chilli powder, the shape of reckless drivers who do not value
Sunanda Pankha Road
should be kept handy. They should be dressed up human life.
Faridabad
in comfortable mode which doesn’t obstruct their The worst criminals are teenagers and spoiled
28. You are Anushka/Amit staying at A-23/1, Ashok 17 June 20xx
safety. They should shout for help and immediately children of the neo-rich. Power and wealth rules
Nagar, Delhi. You find it disturbing that despite The Editor them making them throw caution and rules of the
react to the situation. a ban on smoking in public places, people are The Hindustan Times
I am sure that my views will find some space roads to winds. Money, Power and influence save
seen smoking in cities. It shows a lack of civic New Delhi them and they go scot-free. DTC drivers and bus
in your reputable newspaper.
sense in the people. Write a letter to the editor Dear Sir, drivers also excel in crushing and killing people

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on roads. This is because they want to have more arguments resulting in injuries or, in some extreme Extra skills Well versed in Areas of Expertise :
prospective passengers from others. The greed, cases, even death. computers • Library Management
the show-off has caused so many untimely deaths. Road rage in most cases is due to lack of • Social Studies
I suggest certain measures that may help in traffic sense, impatience or excessive speed to Teaching Experience :
curbing rash and reckless driving on Delhi Roads. name a few. Children, below 18 years of age, drive Work Experience • Librarian at DPS, Madurai 2017 to Present
Licences should be issued only after thorough their bikes at flying speeds. Their excitement • Currently working with Glory Public School Education :
tests and screenings. Secondly, the DTC should results in accidents. Everyone cringes about road since two years. • M.Lib from Madurai University, 2010
take periodic tests and training of its drivers. accidents but never realizes that these happen • Worked in D.P.S., Sec 43, Gurugram for three • B.Lib from Madurai University, 2007
Constant patrolling by the traffic police can put due to their own carelessness. Be it an adult or a years.
a reasonable check on this menace. Last but not teenager, everyone wants to move speedily, hardly Scholarship/Awards 3. You have seen an advertisement in a national
least, the authorities concerned should launch a caring for the life of others. Even the traffic police • Scholarship holder in Class XI and XII. Won newspaper for the post of Senior Teacher in
sustained campaign to promote road culture. become helpless when it comes to traffic control. English at Sunrise Global School, Noida. You
gold medal in post Graduation for highest
It’s high time authorities concerned took are Karuna, M-114, Mall Road, Delhi. You are
Yours faithfully score.
steps to control road rage problems. People MA (English), B.Ed. from Delhi University and
Neha should be made aware of the traffic rules so that References
yet to have any teaching experience. Write a job
people follow them faithfully. If not, then hefty • Mr. R.K. Sharma, Principal, D.P.S.
31. You are perturbed to read about the rising cases of application in 120-150 words to the principal.
fines must be imposed. A growing country needs Gurugram, 951234xxxx

Ans : 2011
road rage in the National Capital. People become to be a safe country. Hope my letter would find a • Dr. Shoma Chatterjee, HOD Chemistry
so aggressive and violent that an argument results M 114,
suitable place in your newspaper. Dept., Ramjas Colg., Delhi, 981880xxxxx Mall Road,
in injuries or, in some extreme cases, even death. Thanking you
Write a letter in 120-150 words to the Editor 2. Write a letter in about 120-150 words for the Delhi
Yours faithfully
of a daily to make the public aware of the need post of the Librarian in Vision Senior Secondary 1 March, 20xx
Anvita
to curb such behaviour to make roads safer for School, Calicut. Also, enclose your Bio-data with The Principal,
the people. You are Anvita/Anmol, a resident of it. You are Radhika/Rajeev from 21, Cherry Sunrise Global School,
32. You are Pushpit/Pushpa Pandey of 62 B, Mayur Noida
Ashok Nagar, New Delhi. Vihar, Delhi. Write a letter to the editor of the Road, Madurai.


Ans : 2021
Subject : Job Application for English Teacher
Hindustan Times about ‘Misuse of Computers, This refers to your advertisement in the Hindustan
TV and Mobile Phones by Children’. 21, Cherry Road
Madurai Times, dated 28 February 20xx for the vacancy of


Ans : 2016
May 15, 20xx Senior English Teacher post in your school. I wish
62 13, Mayur Vihar
The Director to apply for the same. I have done M.A. (English)
Delhi
Vision Senior Secondary School and B.Ed. from Delhi University. I have enclosed
26 May 20xx
Calicut my detailed bio-data with this letter.
The Editor
Subject: Application for the post of librarian Although I do not have prior work experience, I
The Hindustan Times
Sir, assure you that I shall give my hundred percent to
Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg
With reference to the advertisement for situation my profession and work to your full satisfaction.
New Delhi
vacant for a librarian in your esteemed institute I hope you shall consider my application for
Dear Sir,
given in The HT on May 10, 20xx, I am interested interview.
Subject : Misuse of Computers, TV and Mobile


Ans : 2016 in the job. I am a professional librarian with 5 Thank you
Phones by Children
25A, Ashok Nagar years’ experience. I have done M. Lib in first class.
I wish to draw the attention of your readers to an Yours faithfully
New Delhi Currently I am working at DPS, Madurai. Given
important issue of our times. That we are in the Karuna Singh
25 October 20xx the opportunity, I will work according to your
age of electronics, is fortunate, but at the same End. Bio-data
The Editor expectations. I am attaching my detailed resume
time we should make sure that the electronic gifts
The Hindustan Times with this letter. Looking forward to hearing from Bio-Data
are not misused, especially by our children.
KG Marg you.
Computers, TV and mobile phones are Name : Karuna Singh
Delhi inevitable in modern life but their uncontrolled Yours truly,
Dear Sir, use can be disastrous. We are all aware of the harm Rajeev Gender : Female
Subject : Rising menace of Road Rage TV can cause to the values, culture preferences Father’s Name : Mr. Jayant Singh
Bio-Data
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, and even morals of our youngsters. All kinds of Name : Rajeev Sharma Date of Birth : 20 March 1982
I want to draw attention of the authorities entertainments and information is available on Address : 21, Cherry Road, Madurai
concerned and the masses in general to reckless TV. Marital Status : Unmaried
Objective : Resourceful and highly competent
and rash driving. It is highly perturbing to read We have to be judicious in what we allow our individual seeking a teaching position in a reputed Current Add. : M 114, Mall Road,
about the cases of road rage in the Capital. children to watch. Delhi
educational organization where my skills will be
Nowadays, the level of aggression has reached Similarly, if computers are used only for
its peak. Minor altercations lead to heated a great advantage in the student’s development. Contact No. : 919144xxxx
playing games, social networking and visiting

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The Editor harmful germs. Due to the negligence of the I hope you will publish my letter in your 39. After passing the secondary school examination,
Times of India authorities the entire locality is living in fear that esteemed newspaper so that this matter is brought a candidate has to make a very difficult choice
Delhi epidemic may break any time now. to the attention of the concerned authority. from a number of streams available to him for
Dear Sir, Despite many requests to the officers of further studies at senior secondary level. There
Yours sincerely
Subject : Undue burden of school bags the Municipal Corporation, the ground has not is no valid mechanism to assess the suitability
Prakash
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper been cleared and dried off for a very long time. of a candidate for a particular stream. The
I would like to draw the attention of the authorities Children and adults are still exposed to multiple 38. You have realised the necessity of education and aggregate percentage is deemed sufficient to
concerned to the burden of heavy school bags the diseases because of unhygienic conditions within financial independence of women for their family, decide the stream of a candidate. Write a letter
children are compelled to carry. the locality. society and in turn for the nation. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily emphasizing the
The burden is uncalled for as certain books The situation needs to be checked soon as it to the Editor, ‘The National Times’ highlighting need for educational counsellors for guidance in
are not even taught from but the teachers insists is hazardous for everyone’s health. I wish that the this matter in each school. You are Rishi Negi of
your ideas on the importance of education of
that child must carry everything. The load is much authorities will pay heed to our urgent requests
women leading to a better status for them. You Koregaon, Pune, Maharashtra.
higher than their physical strength and can have and take remedial action immediately.
are Tarun/Taruna, B-7/9, Mall Road, Delhi (120-

Ans : 2012
lasting effect on their health. When imparting Thank you
150 words) 23-C, Koregaon
education is not solely dependent on books and Yours sincerely

Ans : 2013 Pune
notebooks then why to carry heavy bags. Renu B-7/9 Maharashtra
Psychologists and NCERT have evolved games Mall Road, 10 October 20xx
and methods of stress free learning without books. 37. As a regular commuter by bus from Noida to Delhi The Editor
This ought to be coupled with the optimum use of Delhi, you have been witnessing rash driving June 20, 20xx The Times of India
computers. by the bus drivers daily without an exception. Pune
The Editor
Tangible changes in the technique, innovative Write a letter to the Editor, ‘The Times of India’ The HT Sir,
methods of the teachers will go a long way in drawing the attention of the General Manager, Phase 3 Subject : Need to have educational counsellors for
helping these little children. Delhi Transport Corporation to this problem. City the guidance of students
Yours faithfully You are Priti/Prakash, 15, Udyog Vihar, Noida. Subject : Importance of education of women Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper,
Srikant

Ans : 2013
Sir, I wish to emphasize the need of having educational
15, Udyog Vihar
36. Write a letter the Editor, ‘The Hindu’ about I am writing to your good self to express my views counsellors in each school for students who have
Noida
the mosquito menace due to stagnant water in on the importance of women education. The just cleared class X Boards.
1st October, 20xx After passing class X, a candidate has to make
your locality. Give suggestions to improve the nation is working concertedly to eliminate gender
The Editor a very difficult choice from a number of streams
situation. You are Raman/Renu, living in Rajaji discrimination, inequality, injustice against
The Times of India and a plethora of subject combinations available
Nagar, Tiruneveli. women, etc. True women empowerment can only
Delhi to him at the senior school level. There is no valid


Ans : 2014 be achieved through girls’ education.
Subject : Rash driving by bus drivers mechanism to assess the candidate’s suitability for
Rajaji Nagar All social evils, discrimination, inequality,
Sir, low literacy among girl children, female foeticide, a particular stream except for aggregate percentage
Tiruneveli
Through the medium of the columns of your etc. can only be stopped through girls’ education. in the board exams. So he and his parents get
9 March, 20xx
esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention Empowering girl child with education is the only extremely confused and often make wrong choices
The Editor
of the General Manager of the Delhi Transport panacea. An educated girl will have the power to due to societal and peer pressure without taking
The Hindu
Corporation towards the rash driving of bus make her dreams come true. Only an educated into account the student’s aptitude and interest.
New Delhi
drivers from Noida to Delhi. girl can earn her own living and free in true sense. The right choice at this level can help lay the right
Subject : Mosquito Menace in the Locality I am a regular commuter from Noida to Delhi foundation for a sound career in the future.
India is a fast developing country. The goal
Sir, and have been witnessing rash driving by the Appointing educational counsellors should be
of complete advancement is not possible until
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, bus drivers without an exception. These reckless made mandatory as it will prove beneficial for all.
each and every Indian becomes not only highly
I wish to draw the attention of the concerned drivers carelessly endanger the lives of so many I hope the matter is brought to the notice of
educated but also highly skilled. This task can only
authority towards the mosquito menace in our people on a daily basis. They flout all traffic rules, be accomplished with the women’s education and the concerned authorities and they can initiate timely
locality. jump red lights, do not adhere to speed limits contributions. It is possible through education of action to help the students and parents avoid pitfalls.
I am a resident of Ram Vilas Society, which is etc. They need to be issued very stern warnings women only. So, empowering women with education Yours faithfully
situated in one of the poshest localities of Rajaji with immediate effect. The Delhi Transport is the best investment a nation can make! Rishi Negi
Nagar. However, due to lack of maintenance, the Corporation needs to take stringent action against Through the columns of your esteemed daily,
locality has lost its charm. One of the empty plots these drivers. Despite repeated pleas and warnings I appeal to the Government and the people to 40. Local authorities have neglected two major parks
has, by default, become the garbage dumping by various passengers, these drivers have turned promote women’s education to really empower in your area. They have virtually been taken over
ground. a deaf ear to the passengers’ pleas and continue them and bring their status on par with men. by undesirable elements. As a result, residents
In addition, the heavy down pour last month with their rash driving. The General Manager of Thanking you. have stopped visiting the parks. Write a letter in
let a lot of water get accumulated in the ground. the Delhi Transport Corporation needs to take 120-150 words to the editor of a local newspaper
The unattended garbage and the stagnant water immediate action and if required cancel the Yours truly, expressing your concern about the problems the
has resulted in breeding of mosquitoes and other driving licences of non-compliant drivers. Tarun neglect has created and suggest measures to

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CHAPTER 4
reclaim the parks for children. You are Gautam/
Gauri of 2, Krishna Enclave, Meerut.


Ans : 2012

2, Krishna Enclave,
Meerut-19
31st August, 20xx
Article
The Editor
The Morning Chronicle
31, MG Road,
Meerut-01
Subject : Utter Neglect of the Two Main Parks in 1. introduction 3. Format of an article
the Locality
A written item for a newspaper or magazine on An article must adhere to the prescribed format.
Sir/Madam,
a certain topic is called an article. It is a piece The format of an article is as mentioned below:
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I
of writing written for a large audience. It is an
would like to draw the attention of the concerned expression of one’s thought on an issue or a subject Title/Heading
authorities and express my concerns regarding the logically and coherently written in meaningful Byline
problems arising due to utter neglect of the two paragraphs. It may be the topics of interest of the Introduction ....................................................
main parks in Krishna Enclave both of which are writer or it may be related to some current issues. ..........................................................................
visible from my house. It like having a direct discussion with the reader, ..........................................................................
The caretaker and gardener assigned by the in reality. It’s essential to have a clear purpose for
horticulture department are inefficient in doing each article. Development of Topic .....................................
their jobs. As a result, the trees, grass as well ..........................................................................
as the bushes remain untrimmed. The garden ..........................................................................
too is not properly tended to because of which ..........................................................................
2. elements of an Article
there aren’t many flowers to please our senses.
Needless to say, the local authorities have failed The essential parts of an article are as follows: Summing-up .....................................................
to do their duties of looking after the two main 1. Title/Heading : Make the title/heading eye- ..........................................................................
parks, and now they have virtually been taken catching. It should illustrate the theme of the ..........................................................................
over by undesirable elements, who are often seen article.
involved in substance abuse. Many residents have Conclusion .......................................................
2. Byline : The name given in the question is to
complained about the nuisance they create for ..........................................................................
be used. If the name is not given, then write
the park-goers under the influence of alcohol. ..........................................................................
XYZ/ABC, etc.
However, no action has been taken against these
anti-social elements. These parks used to be a 3. Introduction : Put the topic in a proper
sight for the sore eyes because they were so well perspective. Relevant facts and statistics
should be stated along with quotations.
maintained and beautiful. I regret to inform you 4. points to remember
that because of the above mentioned reasons the 4. Development of Topic : Various aspects of
residents have stopped going to the park. the topic including merits/ demerits, causes/ General points to be remembered while writing
The concerned authorities must take adequate reasons, effects/results, positive/negative an article are as follows :
action immediately to restore the two main parks points, etc., should be discussed. 1. Read and understand carefully the hints/
of Krishna Enclave to their old glory. It must hire 5. Summing-up : This should include your information given in the question.
responsible people to tend to the parks and the opinion, comments, recommendations, steps 2. Arrange all hints/information in the order
gardens and keep a check on their maintenance by you want them to develop.
to be taker/suggestions, solutions, etc.
paying surprise visits. They should appoint two
6. Conclusion : An article should be concluded 3. If necessary, divide your article into several
security guards on 24x7 basis who must be alert
with hope/warning, making an appeal or call paragraphs. All of the sentences in the
on duty. Only then the undesirable elements will
for an action. paragraphs should logically lead to the
be prevented from entering the parks.
article’s objective.
I hope I have been able to put my concerns
and views across in this letter and that required 4. The whole composition should not be
actions will be taken by the concerned authorities disjointed or fragmented. Every sentence
at the earliest. should be linked with the rest into a single
Thank you whole.
5. The first few sentences should introduce
Yours sincerely the topic and its central idea. The middle
Gautam Pradhan

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paragraph should focus on the topic’s main

IMPORTANT QUESTION 13. Deepak/Deepa has been involved as a student of energy and much more. We are dependent on
facts, such as causes and effects, benefits and volunteer in the ‘Adult Literacy Drive’ and has energy for almost everything in our life. We must
drawbacks, and so on. The final few sentences 1. India is emerging as one of the most popular been working in the slums for the last six months. use all the resources judiciously and efficiently.
should provide a conclusion to the topic. tourist destinations in the world. The number He/She has to write an article in about 120-150 One must practise sustainable development which
6. Language must be simple and grammatically of tourists has definitely picked up after the words on the ‘Need for a Literate Nation’. teaches that development should take place
correct. It should be direct, to the point, and pandemic. The bar graph given below shows the

Ans : 2011 without harming the needs of future generations.
criteria or parameters that play a decisive role We must do our bit to add to conservation of
objective. Need for a Literate Nation
for a foreign visitor in choosing and finalizing the By Deepak energy. There are many ways to conserve energy.
7. Articles are generally written in third person.
country where he is going to spend his money It depends on the kind of choice we make to help
and time. The government of India is making There are no two views about the fact that if a us save our environment and help the coming


 sustained efforts in projecting India as a great nation has to grow exponentially the one and the generations. There are many ways such as turning
tourist destination but the citizens also need to only requirement is the literacy rate. Literacy is off electrical appliances when not in use, using
not something that should be a choice it has to be public transport instead of personal vehicles or
understand their duties. Utilising this bar graph,
the necessity and nation’s priority. It is the only choosing to walk, use air conditioners only when
write an article on “India as the popular choice of
tool to fight backwardness and poverty. required. Every year we celebrate ‘Earth Hour’
foreign visitors” as Lakshya Sen.
The well-known lawyer, Nani Palkiwala also that is a great initiative to save energy at a global
mentioned that if a nation has to progress it needs level. Even the climatic changes depend on all
to be literate. If one decides to put a check on these resources, minerals, etc. Conserving energy
population, then also literacy is needed. Visit will keep changes in environment balanced. So the
to the slums reiterates this view all the more. mantra should be ‘Save energy, save earth’.
Increasing number of children does not mean In short, our small acts will help in making
more working hands it means more mouths to environment a better and safer place to live in.
feed. This has to be explained and it can only be For maintaining and living a better life, start
understood by a literate mind. Every now and conservation of energy right now.
then leaderships insists on the need of literacy
and many programmes have been initiated time 15. You are extremely disturbed by the growing
and again. Adult literacy programme, mid-day crime against the elderly people in your city.
meal, and free education for girls till class 10, etc. Write an article commenting upon the reasons for
have been introduced to promote literacy in the such crimes and how one can prevent them. Sign


Ans : 2022
country. yourself as Khoshali Bhardwaj.
India-The Evergreen Choice of Tourists We all, as aware citizens, know that nothing

Ans : 2010
By Lakshya Sen is more important than literacy and it should be Growing Crime against Elderly People-
our priority
India is the chosen destination for the tourists all Reasons and Prevention
over the world. FTAs from Bangladesh, the US, 14. Recently you got a chance to participate in a week- By Khoshali Bhardwaj
UK top the list. From Russia to Europe to South long workshop on ‘Energy Conservation’. By the Almost daily we come across reports about the
Asia our tourist industry today is seeing a new end of the workshop, you were much enlightened murder of elderly people. About 17% of our
influx. There’s a vigour in its promotion. However,
about the need and ways of conserving energy. population comprises elderly people. Changing
some factors hinder its growth too like pollution,
Write an article titled ‘Energy Conservation: family structures and withering away of the joint
crimes against foreign tourists and our own lack
the need of the hour’. You are Amrit/Annie family system have forced most of the senior
of respect towards our collective heritage.
of Sarvodya Vidyalaya No. 1, Kanpur, Uttar citizens to live alone-unprotected and uncared for.
The government is leaving no stone unturned
Pradesh. They are left alone to fend for themselves in their
in mitigating these impediments but it is also the


Ans : 2010 old age when they are in utmost need of care,
responsibility of every citizen to strengthen the
love and support. They are generally left alone
efforts of the ASI, NGOs and government bodies Energy Conservation: The Need of the Hour
at the mercy of domestic servants. The infirmity
to showcase and promote the rich cultural and By Amrit
and sickness associated with old age makes them
geographical diversity of India. Everyone is familiar with the words ‘energy hapless dependents on servants.
To ease the arrival of visitors to India, the conservation’ which means an act of saving Criminals take advantage of this and other
Indian government offers e-visa facility for a energy by various means. In other words, to save shortcomings and make them their soft targets.
period of ninety to up to 180 days at a time. An energy we need to cut down on our electricity With the motive of theft and robbery, they break
e-visa can be obtained twice in a single calendar usage. Scientists have assumed that in the coming into their houses and murder them.
year. years all the resources are going to be exhausted. Unverified entries of plumbers, electricians,
ASI has identified 100 monuments to be
Energy conservation is a very important part domestic help, etc. make the elderly soft targets
developed as Model Monuments. These monuments
of energy planning. This is because it saves energy as their routine is easy to track.
would be provided with necessary tourist facilities
resources for future, avoids wasteful utilization These crimes can be prevented. The police
including Wi-Fi, security, signage, encroachment-

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the world. The death rate due to starvation can cause you to commit a traffic violation, or limit to what they can achieve. Write an article in travelling or going on a vacation so much fun and
has increased immensely. We human beings are even injure a pedestrian. 120-150 words on “Women Empowerment”. You entertaining? It is so probably because being at
solely responsible for bringing this calamity There is a thumb rule that can help you keep are Ram/Roma. new places allows one to learn about new cultures,
upon us. We pollute our planet in many ways. a safe distance while travelling the roads. It is

Ans : 2017 lifestyles, languages, experience new things,
Deforestation, industrial pollution, toxic wastes, called the “Two Second Rule’: Following a vehicle make new memories, try new cuisines, etc. One
vehicular pollution and lack of greenery are the too closely is called “Tailgating”. Use the two- Women Empowerment is intrigued no doubt, when one comes face to
chief causes of imbalance in the ecosystem. The second rule to determine a safe following distance. By Ram Jain face with the vast diversity, which one way or the
urgent need of the hour is that each one of us take Select a fixed object on the road ahead such as With the slogan of women empowerment the other unites the world. A wise person once said
steps to save the planet in every possible way. We a sign, tree or overpass. When the vehicle ahead question arises that “have women become really that it’s not the destination that matters. It is
should protect our forests, save fuel, plant trees, of you passes the object, count “one-thousand- strong?” and “has long term struggle ended?”. always the journey made to reach the destination
take care of toxic pollutants, conserve water and one, one-thousand-two.” You should not reach the Many programmes have been implemented and that matters the most. How profound!
change our life style. object before you count to one thousand-two. If run by the government such as International
Awareness programmes must be launched by you do, you are following too closely. Most rear Women’s day, Mother’s Day, etc. in order to 9. You are Preeti/Pranay. You feel that India,
the students and NGOs to make people aware of end collisions are caused by the vehicle in the bring awareness in the society about the true with its rich and varied heritage, linguistic and
environmental problems. The public should avoid back following too closely. rights and value of the women in the development cultured diversity, is an excellent destination for
the use of polythene bags. All of us must strive of the nation. Women need to be progressed in tourism. Promoting tourism will surely promote
hard to save our beautiful planet for the future 6. Does getting more degrees really help in getting a number of spheres. There is a high level of our economy. Write an article titled, ‘Promoting
generations. employment in this fast competitive scene of gender inequality in India where women are ill- Tourism is Promoting Ourselves’, in 120-150
unemployment? Describe your views in an article treated by their family members and outsiders. words, specifying the advantages of promoting
in 120-150 words. You are Megha/Mayur. The percentage of illiterate population in India is tourism and how it can be accomplished.


Ans : 2018 mostly covered by the women. The real meaning

Ans : 2015

Relevance of Degrees in Competitive World of the women empowerment is to make them well
Promoting Tourism is Promoting Ourselves
By Megha educated and leave them free so that they can be
By Pranav
Education is the core necessity of a human being capable to take their own decisions in any field.
Given chance they are capable of achieving Tourism plays a vital role in the economic
and everybody wants to be highly educated after
5. Accidents happen when people violate traffic rules. great heights and being equal to their male development of a country. It is the second largest
getting degrees with the dream to succeed in the
Careless drivers cause suffering to themselves and counterparts. The ratio of female sex and female foreign exchange earner for India. The tourism
world. Nowadays, our youth are facing a very
to others. Write an article in 120-150 words on literacy both has increased over the time and industry employs a large number of skilled as well
highly competitive world when the question of
“Safe Driving”. should continue like this. India needs to take some as unskilled persons. It also promotes national
employment comes to them. While opening the


Ans : advance steps to improve the position of women integration and international brotherhood. Thus
2019 pages of newspapers, we come across a number
Safe Driving in the society through the proper health, higher we should promote it for our own benefit.
of advertisements promising degrees in even a
education and economic participation. Women India has fascinated people from all over the
By XYZ short span of time. They make us believe that
empowerment needs to take full speed in right world with its secularism and culture. There are
There are many ideas and laws that are created to their degree is the only solution to the problem
direction instead of being in nascent stage. historical monuments, places of religious interest,
ensure a safe and pleasurable driving experience. of unemployment and it will open the gate of
beaches and hill resorts that attract tourists.
Some are avoiding aggressive drivers, alertness success for the degree holders. Of course, they
8. Visiting new places and meeting new people Every region is identified by its handicrafts, folk
while driving, and following vehicle distance, promise a degree like B tech., BBA, BCA, MBA
enhance our understanding and knowledge dances, music, fair, people, etc. Bounded by the
vehicle speed, and special driving situations. and MCA but soon our young students realize
besides being a source of great pleasure. Write an Himalayan mountain ranges in the north by the
One of the many factors in remaining safe on the bitter truth that such degrees do not lead
article in 120-150 words on ‘Travel, a Source of Arabian Sea, Indian ocean and the Bay of Bengal
the roads is the ability to control your emotions to employment and one has to face the devil of
Knowledge and Pleasure. You are Gopal/Govindi. on the other three sides, it can give a delightful
and your stress. Some drivers do not know how unemployment after getting such degrees.


Ans : 2016 experience to the tourist. The enchanting
to deal with stress. This emotion can hinder the Commercialization of higher education is also
backwaters, hill stations and landscapes make
ability to drive safely and ensure safety on the responsible for such non-employable pass-outs Travel, a Source of Knowledge and Pleasure
India a beautiful country to visit.
roads. If you encounter a vehicle who is driving as they lack due reputation with the companies By Gopal The government’s Department of Tourism
recklessly and constantly following, the best thing that offer employment. Take any big name, their Some might say that they detest travelling because promotes international and domestic tourism
to do is to avoid a confrontation, to reduce speed employability aspect is difficult to realize. After it leaves them completely wearied and irritated. in the country. The tourism advisory board
and allow him to overtake your vehicle. Do not getting degrees the youth have to enter once again However, there are others who beg to differ. They recommends measures for promotion of tourist
provoke the driver, just let them pass. the battlefield of a competitive world and crack the believe that travel, most certainly, is a source of traffic to India. However, international tourism
Accident are avoidable, all it takes is to be competition once again finding themselves on par pleasure as well as knowledge, and that is why, has been adversely affected by tourism as well as
aware of your surroundings. Pay attention to with all other aspirants. they enjoy their vacation to the fullest. pollution, Sincere efforts to combat such problems
what you are doing. Cell phones and radios are One cannot deny that visiting new places and
7. There is a vast pool of women talent in our country. are required to further develop this industry.
common distractions while in a motor vehicle. If meeting new people enhances one’s understanding
Given encouragement and opportunities, women Thus, tourism, one of the fastest growing
you must use a mobile device, ensure that you and knowledge and at the same time lets one
can excel in every field. They are contributing industries today, plays a vital role in the economic
have a hands free accessory for it. If not, pull over unwind from his/her daily routine. Travelling is
to the nation’s progress as scientists, doctors, development of our country. By promoting
and make your call. Never try to understand or a great stress buster as it entertains one, thus
entrepreneurs, sports persons, etc. There is no tourism, are will be promoting ourselves.
navigate a map while operating a vehicle. This rejuvenating one to his/her core. But, why is

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10. You had to appear for your Maths Tutorial on 7th with the open display of wealth by the former, the free surroundings, and interpretation centres for magazine giving details of the talk and its impact
of May this year and were travelling by one of the latter feel crime is the shortest and surest way to foreign guests. on you. You are Akshay/ Akshita of Brightland
local buses. You were stuck in a traffic jam. Write achieve the same goals. Movies romanticise the India is also emerging as one of the most Public School.
an article stating your experience and expressing bad and the ugly side of life, adding fuel to the credible destinations for curative treatment.

Ans : 2020

your concern over the growing vehicular traffic on fire. People themselves break laws by not getting Medical tourism is boosting our foreign
Title: Honorable PM’s interaction on occasion of
the roads and its ill effects. their servants or tenants verified or by turning a reserves. Eco-tourism and adventure tourism if
Teacher’s day.


Ans : 2014 blind eye to the wrongdoings. implemented properly, will generate jobs for local
The city is acquiring a bad reputation. Where people, boost awareness of local culture, food, By Akshitha
Growing Vehicular Traffic on the Roads and once only selected areas were considered unsafe, handicrafts and bring about economic betterment On the occasion of Teacher’s day, our honorable
Its Ill Effects now the whole city is vulnerable. at the grassroots level. Prime Minister broadcasted his interaction with
By Arvind The government needs to take strict action We need to capitalize on India as a destination students from all over the country live from Delhi
The growing vehicular traffic jam on the roads against the recalcitrant police officers and those where the Royal Bengal Tiger, common labourer, to the rest of the nation via satellite link. It was
has been a grave cause of concern in recent times. who block the course of justice. Judgements in a few millionaires, religious dichotomies, exotic a great learning experience as he shared much
I will focus on this burning issue that demands criminal cases must be swift and harsh. People culinary treasures and some of the most expensive information and knowledge regarding studies,
the attention of all. must realise that they also have the responsibility spas of the world co-exist. schools and teachers.
Due to vehicular traffic jams on the roads of keeping crime at bay. It is only when everyone During the interactive session, the PM spoke
and dislocation of traffic, people are put to severe works together, we can make Delhi a place worthy 2. Healthy environment is the utmost necessity of about the role of teachers in the life of a student.
inconvenience. Everyone is affected, especially, to live in. our life and use of plastic bags certainly affects He said that a teacher is like a ‘second mother’ to
school-going children, and women and office-goers the quality of our life. Write an article on ‘Plastic a student who teaches him/her to take the first
are the worst sufferers. Even ambulance vans and Bags as Curse of Modern Life’ in 120-150 words steps into the world of knowledge and education.
fire brigade vehicles are not spared. The students to be published in a magazine. You may use the He also stressed the importance of having healthy
get late for exams and the commuters look on cues given below along with your own ideas. You and dynamic student-teacher relationship to
helplessly. The drivers hardly follow traffic rules, are Raghav/Rekha. ensure a positive learning experience.
unnecessary blaring horns can create sound In addition to this, he spoke about the need
pollution too. Plastic bags-a threat to environment for teachers to be more understanding of the
12. As Shreya/Shrey, write an article on ‘Junk the stress that students go through during exams and
Hence, the problem should be dealt with Most adverse effect on our health
Junk Food’ to create an awareness among children he suggested different ways by which teachers can
on war footing. Traffic rules and road discipline Cause of diseases/asthma/cancer, etc.
that junk food is unhealthy and unhygienic. help their students. Furthermore, he talked about
should be strictly followed. Regular pollution Suggestions to remove plastic bags from our life


Ans : 2012
‘stress-relief’ by fun activities in classrooms as
check is necessary to maintain road-friendly

Ans : 2021
environment. My point is that these measures, Junk the Junk Food well.
By Shreya Plastic Bags: A Curse of Modern Life Special arrangements were made by the school
if implemented, properly, will go a long way in By Rekha
alleviating the suffering of the people. staff for students to view this telecast. The telecast
Today junk food is like a fashion; people are Plastic bags are a curse of modern century. was widely enjoyed by both students and teachers
getting addicted to it. It is cheap and available They cover human life like a monster and kill it
11. Every day you read in the newspaper about alike. The topic was relevant and relatable, and it
at every nook and cranny of the city. Its easy ruthlessly without any escape. The thoughtless
the increasing rate of crimes in Delhi. You live was indeed, an informative session.
availability is one of the reasons for its increasing use of plastic bags has created a myth that they
in Delhi and feel really bad about it. As Chinar As a take home message, students and
popularity. are convenient and unavoidable. This is a known
Gulati, write an article for your school magazine teachers alike had a better understanding on how
Once in a while it is acceptable to go for fact that plastic bags cannot be recycled and,
on the topic. to handle interactions so that both are benefitted.
such food but if we take such food daily, it will thus, are left to be rotten in the environment


Ans : 2013 lead to many health problems. In India every for infinite time. At times, animals like cows 4. It is very important to take significant actions to
Delhi-A City of Crimes third man is suffering from obesity which results and buffaloes eat plastic bags and it results even save our planet. Write an article in about 120-
By Chinar Gulati in diseases such as high blood pressure and heart in their death. They destroy our eco-friendly 150 words for your school magazine on how can
problems and diabetes. environment and are the breeding ground of most
Delhi has become notorious for crimes-robberies we save and protect our planet. You are Akshay/
Junk food generally contains trans fats which dangerous diseases like asthma and cancer, etc.
in daytime, murders of senior citizens in crowded Akshita of Graham Public School, Indore.
make one obese, lousy and dull. The unhygienic The government must ban the use of plastic bags
colonies, kidnappings from main roads and rapes

Ans : 2020
places where these products are made make it absolutely and should also impose fine for non-
in moving cars. This is in addition to the pick Save the planet, Earth
more unhealthy. This food at times causes acidity compliance. In the interest of creating a healthy
pocketing, eve-teasing and hit and run cases, and sleeplessness which bring energy levels down - By Akshita
rampant in all areas. With the police dragging its world for tomorrow, all of us must take a pledge
and the person feels lethargic. This is a cause of complete concern across the
feet in catching the wrongdoers and the courts’ to stop the use of plastic bags.
Children should avoid junk food or try to globe today. The global warming has accelerated
lackadaisical attitude in passing judgement reduce its intake and instead eat healthy food 3. On the occasion of Teacher’s Day, the Honourable the rise of temperature on Earth which is said to
speedily, criminals are encouraged to continue for proper growth. Schools can also help develop have risen by 40 C. The sea level is also rising.
PM of India had an interactive session with
their nefarious activities. healthy eating habits by banning junk food in The glaciers are also melting away resulting in
students from all over the country through satellite
This situation is compounded when highly their canteens and by setting marks for tiffins. massive floods causing huge losses. On the other
link. Your school also made special arrangements
placed officials and politicians use their influence Only healthy young people can take a nation hand there has been very less rainfall in the recent
for the students to view the telecast. Write an
to protect the guilty. The gap between the forward. So eat healthy and remain healthy. years resulting in the scarcity of food around
wealthy and the underprivileged is growing, and article in about 120-150 words for your school

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and Residents’ Welfare Associations should keep emerging opportunities in various streams so that The youth should not keep quiet at the sight to lead a healthy lifestyle, a person must consume
a strict watch in residential areas. Neighbourhood the aspirants can decide their career. of corruption. As it is born out of the unholy healthy food, exercise regularly and stay away
Watch Scheme should be encouraged. Each wedlock between the bribe-giver and bribe-taker, from junk food, drugs and alcohol. One must
entry should be maintained and verified through 17. You are Priya/Piyush. You find illiteracy as the youth have to take them to task. Giving include at least one outdoor activity to keep
intercom system. A record of domestic helps the biggest impediment to the development of a and receiving bribe is an offence. Instances of one’s mind and body fresh as part of one’s daily
should be kept by the police. Elderly people nation. You strongly believe that education can corruption have rocked the nation now and then. routine. Improving your lifestyle choices one by
should be taught certain safeguards. Their main play a very important role in the progress of a Those who are in power indulge in favouritism, one, rather than trying them all at once, is an
doors should be equipped with the magic-eye, country. Write an article in 120-150 words on corruption and illegal gratification, therefore the easier way to improve your chances of avoiding
door chain and wire mesh. I think with the help of ‘Education—The Biggest Tool of Progress’. youth have to deal with all kinds of corruption diseases.
these measures we can secure them, and support

Ans : 2008 cases. For example, when a political leader takes
them in their twilight years. money from some of illiterate people to contest 20. Write an article in about 120-150 words for
Education-The Biggest Tool of Progress
elections, the youth should look into the matter. your school magazine on ‘Drug Abuse and Its
16. After class 12, students are apprehensive about By Priya
Weak-minded people are generally tempted to Prevention’.
choosing the course and the college. The ‘Mission Illiteracy is the root cause of most evils and it

Ans :
allurements. The youth can check corruption 2005

Admissions’ organized by the Times of India is often breeds ignorance, and this ignorance may
by a constant vigil. They can form a league of Drug Abuse and Its Prevention
a great platform for college aspirants. It would prove to be dangerous. Educated people can
youths to deal with corruption cases. The youth
think rationally and are able to see the bright Drug abuse is a grave problem in India. It has been
help them to get knowledge about emerging must have devotion to fight corruption in the
side of the coin. An illiterate and ignorant person very common among the youth in metropolitan
opportunities in various streams. Write an article society. They may even help the authorities in
is a liability rather than an asset to the nation. cities. It is observed that students leave home
in 120-150 words emphasizing the need of career their fight against illegal hoarding and rowdyism.
Education enables a person to take better care of to attend classes but become the prey of some
counselling to help students with the admission They should try to upgrade moral standard of the
himself as well as his family. wolfish people who multiply their profits by selling
process. masses. As youths are the backbone of the society,
As Nelson Mandela says, “Education is the drugs. Particularly slum children are very much


Ans : 2009 so it is their bounden duty to combat corruption
most powerful weapon which you can use to change influenced by drug sellers. In fact, drugs weaken
Importance of Career Counselling in the society.
the world.” Education is the key to eliminating the human brain due to biochemical changes. It
With the increasing number of colleges and gender inequality, to reducing poverty and to 19. Nowadays children are becoming prey to many affects reproductive hormones and also growth
universities, the variety of courses offered is also fostering peace. Education is an investment for lifestyle diseases. Write an article in 120-150 hormones of humans. Thus, it causes many fatal
increasing. For a student it is a dilemma. If a a better future of any country. Educated people words putting stress on the need to maintain a diseases pertaining to lungs and lever. Hence, it
student chooses a path and career that is far are considered highly respected in the society. healthy lifestyle. You are Sharan/Shilpa. has become a social stigma. So, it is necessary
away from his interest and ability, it can cause Moreover, in today’s fast changing world, new

Ans : 2007 to conduct drug control drive and destroy illicit
long-term dissatisfaction. Hence it is essential technologies keep coming up and one must keep drug plantation. Rehabilitation centres for
to plan one’s career carefully for success and up with the world. Without education it would Unhealthy Lifestyle: Add ‘12 Years’ to Your addicts should be set up to control drug abuse.
contentment. Most students choose a career based be really difficult for us to be updated about all Age Workshops should be held in schools for creating
on unnecessary factors like following the peers, these changes. An educated person is aware of By Shilpa awareness about drug abuse. So, what is needed
accepting parents’ choice, lack of knowledge the latest advancements in technology and all the Health is wealth, and without health, one is to combat this harrowing situation is to instil a
about other fields, current trends or grabbing the changes that are taking place all over the world. nothing. Living a comfortable life depends upon sense of purpose into our youths.
most sought-after career opportunities. At such a For example, an uneducated person may not know good health. But today’s youngsters don’t seem
point, career counselling helps. Career counselling about the benefits of the Internet, whereas an to pay attention to this fact. Eating junk food,
involves personality tests, aptitude tests and educated person uses this gift of technology and late sleeping habits, no exercise, excessive use of


interviews. Based on the report of a student, the maximizes his output for better growth of his electronic gadgets among others have become an
counselling panel guides the child through his/ company. Hence, it is very necessary to spread integral part of children’s life. All these factors
her career choice. A child should be made free awareness about the need to be educated. combine together to form a deadly combination
to choose his area of interest. Career counselling of diseases hence proving to be a health hazard.
helps one to find the true calling of his talent and 18. Mohit Sen, the president of the youth forum of his According to recent researches, unhealthy lifestyle
choose the career path accordingly. It also helps colony, attends a seminar on rampant corruption adds 12 years to the age of the person and doubles
to define the pros and cons of each course and in social and political life in India. He decides the risk of paralysis too. It is really disturbing to
career path one desires, hence clarifying students’ to write an article on the ‘Role of Youth in see children stay inside their homes and become
doubts. Career counselling can boost morale Combating Corruption’. Write his article in 120- a couch potato instead of going out and engage
and confidence and give new inclination to the 150 words. in outdoor activities. And, if outside, they get
students which will be beneficial to the whole

Ans : 2008 attracted to only junk food. Even parents are to
society. Thus, with the help of career counselling, be blamed for this. Most of them do not encourage
most students end up choosing the right career, Role of Youth in Combating Corruption
their child to adopt healthy habits. A plethora
and performing their level best, which ultimately By Mohit Sen
of problems such as increased BMI, early heart
help them succeed and achieve new heights. The Corruption is the cancer that eats into the vitals attack, low immune system and diabetes are
`Mission Admission’ launched by the Times of of society. It arises from moral deterioration. It making their way into a child’s body. Children
India is one such platform, which helps college has spread its vicious tentacles everywhere. The must be made aware of leading a healthy lifestyle.
aspirants to gain relevant knowledge about youth have a great role in combating corruption. Healthy lifestyle has long-term benefits. In order

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IMPORTANT QUESTION


CHAPTER 5
4. Briefly describe the steps of the investigation
or the methodology used. A good report
doesn’t leave any questions unanswered. 1. As a newspaper reporter, write a report of a train
Readers always want to know exactly what accident, the site which you visited. Your report

Report steps were taken to reach the conclusion.

5. Explain the reasons why the report is
should be in 120-150 words.


Ans : 2022

meaningful for the audience or readers. Train Accident : 200 Killed, 450 Injured
Convince through your writing that it is By Raman: TOI correspondent
something for them to remember. Gwalior, 3 March 20xx Yesterday I happened to
6. Read the report aloud to make sure it flows visit a site near Gwalior where a ghastly train
1. INTRODUCTION 3. FORMAT OF A Report accident had occurred. On enquiry from an eye-
from concept to concept. Make it interesting
A report is a written account of an event. It gives Keep in mind that good report writing depends enough so as to catch the attention of the witness it was learnt that the accident occurred
relaying information or recounts certain events on first writing a report outline to start organizing in the early hours of the morning, 3:00 am to
reader.
in a widely presentable form. The events could the content in the best way possible. A standard be precise, when a sudden explosion sent shock
7. Finally, check for spelling and grammar. waves in the nearby villages. The scene of
be an exhibition, a seminar, a rally, a theatre report format goes a little something like this :
event, a theft, blood donation campaign, etc. It is Remember that a good report is properly accident was a gory one. Many passengers lay
often used to display the result of an experiment, edited. stranded in the coaches which had been damaged,
investigation or an inquiry. It may use graphics, 8. Write in less formal and descriptive manner. derailed and sandwiched by the onslaught of the
images or specialized vocabulary to persuade the 9. Write in indirect speech and passive voice. Gwalior Express running into a standing goods
audience to undertake an action. 10. Adhere to the word limit of 120-150 words. train. The impact of the accident was so severe
that 6 coaches were derailed, two of them turned
turtle and crushed badly. The bodies of ill-fated
2. Elements of a report

 passengers were mauled and mangled, distorted
As already mentioned above, a report is an and disfigured by the sudden impact. The railway
exhaustive piece of information. Or a report to protection force, civil police and many volunteers
were engaged in extricating the wounded
be good in its nature, multiple factors have to be
passengers from these bogies. More than two
included in it. Thus, it is important to know what
hundred persons had died on the spot. About six
goes into making a report.
hundred and fifty passengers were sent to Gwalior
1. Heading : A descriptive title which is hospitals. Others who had received minor injuries
expressive of the contents of the report. were given medical assistance on the spot. There
2. Byline : Name of the person writing the was an atmosphere of bewailing and heart rending
report. It is generally given in the question. crises. A team of high ranking railway officials
Remember, you are not supposed to mention arrived at the site. Though the cause of accident
your personal details in your answer. was not clearly ascertained, human error has not
3. Date and Place : It is generally mentioned in been ruled out. The Railway Minister expressed
a newspaper report below the byline. shock and sympathy with the unfortunate victims
and announced grant of immediate relief.
4. Introductory Paragraph : It may include the
‘5 Ws’ namely, What, Why, When and Where 4. Points to Remember 2. You have recently visited an island on the Pulicat
along with Who was invited as the chief guest. General points to be remembered while writing a Lagoon in Tamil Nadu. Write a report in 120-150
5. Details : The proper sequence of events that report are as follows : words on how children go to school by boat from
occurred along with their description. It is 1. Create an eye-catching headline for the report’s this island.
the main paragraph and can be split into two topic. This is where you can tell the reader

Ans : 2021

short paragraphs if required. what to expect without going into detail. The Boat to School
6. Conclusion : This will include the description 2. The aim of the report and source from where By Jothi Ramalingam
of how the event ended. It may include quote it was obtained should be mentioned in the Tamil Nadu, 22 July 20xx The motorised boat
excerpts from the Chief Guest’s speech or beginning itself. slices through the Pulicat lagoon, forming foamy
how did the event wind up. 3. Provide brief background information while slipstreams. Its 150 occupants are oblivious to
7. Recommendations : A set of recommended the engaging sight and the dangers of riding on
remaining insightful about your report’s
goals or steps to complete with the information an overcrowded boat on windswept backwaters.
selection. Perhaps it is related to something
provided in this report. Except for the boatman, they are school-going
discussed in class, or it could be an answer
children, this isn’t excursion from school, but a
8. Appendices : A list of your sources used to to a burning question posed by yourself or a
daily commute towards it.
compile the information in your report. classmate. These children of Irrukam, a spit of earth

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on the backwaters of the Bay of Bengal, take a saplings in the school premises. They planted

Ans : 2010
Horrible train accident-heavy fog A Glorious Moment
dangerous boat ride every day to Tamil-medium Train crossing the bridge-derailed all of a sudden different kinds of plants such as jacaranda
schools at Arambakkam and Obasamudram in (neeli gulmohur), purple orchid, African tulip By Tara
Injured and wounded passengers seen all around
Gummudipoondi taluk of Tiruvallur district. Help by local people/ambulances/medical staff tree, Indian laburnum, mountain ebony, scarlet It was a moment of pride and pleasure for
The children are not wearing life-jackets, which Visit by local minister/financial help announced fountain tree (pichkari), rain tree, jurul and mango Kendriya Vidyalaya Noida Sr. Secondary School,
the Tiruvallur administration had issued to them trees. The students also attended the orientation when the alumni batch of 2019 was welcomed on
three years ago. The ride is not safe despite the

Ans : 2019
programme arranged by the British Council. The September 18, 2019. Beside the normal welcome
safety measures. The steel railings and wooden Train Derails near Bhusawal teachers explained about the importance of tree and get-together planned for the students, it
racks are there as on any passenger boat. By Ashima, Correspondent, Amar Ujala plantation. They also explained the negative was an important occasion for many academic
The smaller children sit on the racks, impact, if tree are felled, on the environment and achievers as the school had decided to felicitate
Bhusawal, 22 November 20xx In the early winter
hemmed in protectively by their seniors, who ecology. Nonetheless, the help staff told different them for their brilliant class XII Board results.
hours, the Punjab Mail was running at full speed
are perched precariously on the railings. The things about the plants and their uses. At the end Himanshu Bhagat, the district topper of commerce
with heavy fog around it. As it crossed the railway
boat ride takes one hour each way, and most of the programme, there was an impressive photo stream was awarded scholarship for next three
bridge near Bhusaval, it jerked many times and
children cram homework and ‘book cricket’ into session with Principal, teachers and students. years, while the other achievers were given merit
left the track abruptly. In a flash, it became clear
it. The Tamil Nadu government pays a monthly certificates and medals for their hard work and
that the train was derailed changing it into a 13. You recently attended a seminar on “Tiger
“boat allowance” of `300 each to students at the success.
site of horrible train accident scene. A number of Reserve: Economic and Environmental Win-Win”
elementary level. Senior students have to meet the The chief quests for the occasion were none
passengers were thrown out of the compartments at India International Centre, New Delhi. Write
expense themselves, ranging from `600 to `900 other than the parents of all the achievers. The
while many were crushed in the bogies. The a report on the same in about 120-150 words for
per month. Principal in his address thanked the parents for
injured bodies were seen here and there and
your school magazine. You are Rohan Pandey, their guidance and contribution to shape the future
3. You are Mridul/Mridula, an HT correspondent. people were crying for help. The local people ran
Secretary, Cultural Club, Doon School, Dehradun. of the students. The day was also remarkable as
You witnessed a protest rally by a youth to the site for rescue work while many ambulances


Ans : 2011 the current class XII students presented medley
organisation. Mentioning the purpose of rally, were also seen on the spot taking the injured to
Tiger Reserve: Economic and of songs and dance, and a video presentation,
places covered and reaction of public, write a the nearby hospital. Later, the railway minister
Environmental Win-Win captured by the juniors, highlighting the pranks
also visited the site and announced financial help
report in 120-150 words for your newspaper. played by them in their school campus. That was
for the dead and free medical treatment for all By Rohan Pandey


Ans : 2020 thoroughly enjoyed by the audience.
injured passengers. The headline in a recent PTI report, “Saving
Protest Rally Against Rampant Corruption The achievers in unison reiterated that the
By Mridul Gupta, HT Reporter two tigers gives more value than Mangalyan” glory was achieved by the leadership, inspiration
5. You are Jay/Jaya, studying in Shyamala Memorial
was intriguing, since it said that saving two and motivation of the Principal and teachers who
New Delhi, 24 May, 20xx Members of the Young Hall, Trichy. Some students of our school attend
tigers yields a capital benefit of 2520 crore while exhorted them to show grit, determination and
Urban Volunteers Association (YUVA), a youth a first aid training camp for a week at Red Cross Mangalyaan cost 2450 crore. The heading was
Headquarter of our state. Write a report for tireless effort. They also admitted that there is
organisation, held a protest rally on 23 May, 20xx. exciting and hurtful. Putting a price on nature no substitute for hard work. The proud parents
Young boys and girls of YUVA organised the rally your school magazine in 120-150 words on the and commodifying it may hurt our sensibilities. openly and candidly expressed their gratitude
to raise their voice against rampant corruption events of the campo and your participation and On the other hand, the speakers pointed out that to the school authority, Principal and teachers
in the society. The four hours long rally saw performance. an economic analysis of the above topic helps in for their guidance and support to their wards.
participants from various age groups who took

Ans : 2019
determining the quality of goods such as fuel, wood The function left many potential achievers quite
to the road at 11:00 a.m. sharp. The rally started and fodder that can be allowed for extraction by
First Aid Training Camp motivated and determined to follow the footsteps
from Connaught Circus and moved further to local communities. The analysis also highlights
By Jaya, student trainee of their achievers.
Janpath. From there the rally group walked why such “large” areas are reserved for preserving
to various iconic places of capital city, singing Recently a First Aid Training Camp was held fierce animals like the tiger, when we need more 15. A new indoor gymnasium has recently been
patriotic songs and shouting slogans on anti- at Trichy Headquarter of Red Cross. Our school land for human use. constructed and inaugurated at St. John’s School,
corruption. The rally finally stopped at Qutub students too participated in this week-long What is the total amount of land set apart for Bengaluru. As a special correspondent of ‘The
Minar where the youth representatives of YUVA camp. All students very excited to know about the 18 ranges as tiger reserves? It is 68,000 sq. Hindu’, draft a report in 120-150 words on the
performed a street play on corruption and how the activities take place there. There were many km, which is about 2% of the area of India-set gymnasium and the inauguration ceremony.
to curb it. The attempt to spread the message of volunteers who were helping in different kind of apart for the nation’s pride animal. The six

Ans : 2009
protest against corruption proved quite successful activities. There were doctors called from hospitals reserves-Corbett, Kanha, Kaziranga, Periyar,
with general public joining in and vowing to fight to give children the practical demonstrations how Ranthambore, Sundarbans-house many other Inauguration of New Indoor Gymnasium
against it. First Aid to the person is to protect or save life endangered animals such as the elephant, rhino, By Special Correspondent, Bengaluru
and help him/her recovery. But at the same time, langur, barasingha, mongoose, river dolphin,
4. You witnessed a ghastly train accident of Punjab we must keep ourselves cool. A small first aid box St John’s School, Bengaluru, recently constructed
oliver ridley turtle, crocodile-not to speak of the a magnificent gymnasium in the school. It is
Mail near Bhusawal in the early morning hours. was also taught to be made and what important millions of herbs, plants and trees. equipped with all modern facilities and is air
As a press reporter, write a report in 120-150 things should the box contain. At the end of
words to be published in a local daily. You are the workshop, everyone felt of herself confident conditioned. It is state-of-the-art venue, which
14. Write a report in 120-150 words for your school
Ashit/Ashima. You can use the cues given below enough to provide first aid to the person in need. has been constructed at a cost of `10 crore. It has
magazine describing the prize distribution
along with your own ideas. a built-up area of 25,000 square metre. It is also
ceremony that was held to honour the academic
equipped with green building features like thermal
achievers of class XII of the previous year.

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9. Some students of the Senior Wing of St 11. As part of an Entrepreneurship project the 6. You are a TOI correspondent. Write a report in

Ans : 2017

Mary’s School, Safdarjang Enclave, New Delhi, commerce students of your school recently 120-150 words on the ‘use of solar energy’ for your Flood Relief Programme
collectively authored a book, ‘School Memorabilia’ launched a product called oatlicious. They not newspaper. By Krishna
that recounts episodes from their school days, only set up a company to produce the product In an initiative to provide immediate material and
anecdotes and the legacy of the school alumni but also designed its advertising and marketing trauma relief to the evacuees of the flood calamity
who achieved legendary success in their respective strategy. Write a report in about 120-150 words struck victims in our area the volunteers of ‘The
fields. As student reporter for The Hindustan for your school magazine giving details of the Saviours of the Earth Foundation’ organized a
Times’ PACE programme, write a report in 120- enterprise and its launch. You are Akshay/ flood relief programme of which I was an active
150 words. Akshita of Graham Public School, Indore. participant. Ever since incessant rains resulting


Ans : 2013 in heavy floods lashed our area, volunteers of our


Ans : 2015 organization have been working in coordination
Oatlicious–The product of Entrepreneurship
Budding Authors of St. Mary’s with the disaster management team to distribute
project
By Saravani Gautam door to door relief material to the victims. For
By Akshita providing material relief, our organization has
New Delhi 8 October, 20xx The Senior Wing July 25, 20xx The commerce students of our been raising funds and has also been conducting
of St Mary’s School, Safdarjang Enclave, New school recently launched a new breakfast trauma-relief meditation for the evacuees. A team
Delhi, have collectively authored a book, ‘School product, Oatlicious. This was a part of their of 250 volunteers of our organization including
Memorabilia’ that recounts episodes from their entrepreneurship project. The students went doctors are constantly providing medical aid and
school days, anecdotes and the legacy of the ahead to not only set up a company to produce food, assisting in rescue operations and clearing
school alumni who achieved legendary success in the product but also designed its advertising

Ans : 2018 the debris.
their respective fields. and marketing strategy. Just like its name, the Use of Solar Energy
The written capsules are interspersed with product tastes and looks delicious. By TOI Correspondent 8. You are Anurag/Anjali, a reporter with a national
beautiful pictures, thoughtful quotes and colourful The product box has a picture of a huge bowl daily. You have heard that a multistorey building
illustrations of artwork make this book a must of delicious looking oats. The group also revealed New Delhi, 20 July 20xx After a month-long
near the main railway station has collapsed
have. It’s had to believe that the book from start that they have already started selling the product campaign to spread awareness about solar energy,
causing panic in the area. You rush to the site of
to finish is the handiwork of high school pupils in small 10 rupees pack at the canteen. On the Greenpeace India found that 1,043 residents in
the accident along with your team. Write a report
such is the phenomenal standard of creativity. It first day of the launch, the students gave free oat the city and over 5,000 in different parts of the
country want to adopt solar panels. The result in 120-150 words mentioning the time and place
was released on the Founder’s Day of the school. packets to the first ten students. Baveen, one of of the accident, number of casualties, the cause of
‘It has been a great learning experience,’ said the team members revealed how much struggle was an outcome ‘solar shakti’ campaign by
Greenpeace India, which started on the World the accident and the rescue operation conducted
one of the young authors. They have already their they had to face initially to come up with an
Environment Day, June 5. During the campaign, by the authorities.
own page in the second edition of this book. innovative idea for the project. According to him,
a unique ‘Solar Comet’-a house on wheels-which

Ans : 2016
it was just a project earlier but now it has become
10. National Science Centre, New Delhi organised their dream. Baveen and his team found it hard toured the city, interacting with RWAs, slums and
Multistorey Building Collapses
“Cancer Drug Discovery” workshop. Write a to get sponsors earlier. He revealed how they did government bodies on the benefits of solar energy.
The solar comet was a bus fitted with solar By Anjali, Staff Correspondent
report on the same to be published in a newspaper. part-time jobs and asked their parents to sponsor
panels of 1.8 kW on the roof and furnished as a New Delhi, 5th September 20xx Tragedy struck


Ans : 2014 the project. Now that they are successful, Vibha,
1-BHK home from inside, which had all necessary the city early on Monday morning when an eight
Cancer Drug Discovery Workshop one of the teammates revealed that they are storeyed NDMC building collapsed around 7 a.m.
getting offers from many companies. They have, appliances.
Lucknow 11 October 20xx Ramakrishna Mission in Central Delhi, near the main railway station.
however, not decided anything and are just happy ‘Delhiites have shown great interest in
Hospital at Mathur Road, U.P., held a ‘Cancer This building, civic officials said, was old and
and thankful for the response they got. installing solar panels’, said Pujarini Sen, Climate
Drug Discovery Workshop’ from October 3 probably not maintained well. Rescuers raced to
and Energy Campaigner, Greenpeace India
to October 10 in the hospital compound. CM reach the dozens of people feared trapped in the
12. You are Nitin Sharma, the newly elected Secretary considers these as indicators to the fact that
Jogi Adityanath presided over the workshop as rubble. At least ten people are reported killed
of Einstein Society of Cambridge School, Nagpur. Delhiites are opening up to the idea of going
the chief Guest. Pictures, posters and cartoons and twenty have been so far pulled alive from the
Write a report in 120-150 words for the school solar’, Sen added.
depicting harmful effects of cancer were displayed building and rushed to the hospital, said Alok
magazine about the ‘plantation week’ held In Delhi, the total solar potential is 2,500
along the corridors of the hospital. Dr. R.K. Bansal, local commander of the National Disaster
recently in your school. MW with a residential potential of 1,250 MW.
Batra from Appolo hospital, Delhi, and a panel Response Force. “Approximately 70 to 80 people


Ans : 2012
The official target is to reach 1,000 MW worth
of experts from well-known institutes from all are believed to be left behind under the debris.”,
solar installations by 2023 and 2,000 MW by 2025.
over India, attended the workshop. They gave Plantation Week Mr. Bansal said, citing reports from his team on
an illuminating discourse in the dreadful cancer By Nitin Sharma the scene. This is the latest of several building
diseases and mentioned recently discovered drugs 7. Incessant rain has caused irrecoverable damage in collapses in Delhi and NCR this year. The State
Nagpur, 16 July 20xx The ‘Plantation Week’
to fight cancer. A documentary film was also your area. As an active participant in the flood Government has ordered an enquiry into the
was held in the school from 9 July to 15 July
screened showing the plight of the patients dying relief programme, write a report in 120-150 words mishap.
in the school premises. The students from
of blood cancer. on the different flood relief measures carried out.
classes 5 to 12 actively participated in the tree
plantation programme. The school Principal, Dr. You are Krishan/ Krishna.
Ranen Malhotra, teachers and students planted

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insulation of entire roof, gypsum board partition, 14 and analyses data on child marriages based on Veterinary Department launched a week-long
and wall panellings and energy-efficient lighting the 2011 census. The report also found that 75% of cattle-catching drive in all its zones.
features. The entire gym is under electronic all child marriages took place in rural areas. The The eight-member team could be seen
surveillance through fixed and PTZ cameras, number was even higher for the period between catching stray cattle in different areas of Delhi.
connected to the control room. 2007 and 2011, at 82%. Uttar Pradesh accounted The technique consisted of throwing a rope
The inauguration ceremony took place on 12 for the highest percentage of child marriages in around the animal’s neck and manoeuvring it into
November 20XX with Mr. S. Siddaramaiah, by the India, at 16.6%. In fact, U.P., Andhra Pradesh, a waiting truck. According to an eyewitness in the
school director and other eminent personalities of West Bengal, Rajasthan, Bihar, Maharashtra and Okhla Industrial Area, a caravan of trucks halted
Bengaluru. Madhya Pradesh accounted for 70% of all child in the area and a group of eight men armed with
The school is proud of this innovative gym marriages in India. While releasing the report, lassos and tranquilliser guns leapt out and soon
where students will remain lit. the chairperson of Action-Aid India, Shabana the whole place was transformed into a bull ring.
Azmi, said that there was a need to address the The catchers rounded up 22 stray cattle from
16. Vidya Bhawan Senior Secondary School, Noida, underlying causes of child marriage. this area on the very first day, six of these were
recently organised a 3-day environment awareness “Patriarchy is at the root of child marriage, buffaloes. These animals were sent to a shelter
camp for the students to be prefects/monitors. and patriarchy has to be tackled to eliminate house run by Delhi Administration ‘gaushalas’.
Write a report about the same in 120-150 words child marriage. Spreading education and building I is expected that similar drives will be
for the school magazine. confidence among girls will enable them to resist launched by the municipal authorities of West


Ans : 2008 child marriage and chart their own lives,” she Delhi and North Delhi zones.
said.
Environment Awareness 20. You are a reporter with ‘India Today’. You
By XYZ 18. You visited Delhi Public School, Kanpur. You recently witnessed ‘illegal trade of rare animals on
A three-day environment awareness camp was were impressed at seeing students participate in some websites’. Write a report in about 120-150
organised on 13 December at Vidya Bhawan Senior various co-curricular activities of the school such words about the same for your magazine.
Secondary School, Noida. The purpose of this camp as debates, music and theatre workshops. Write

Ans : 2005
was to raise environment awareness among the a report on it in 120-150 words for your school Illegal Trade of Rare Animals on Some
masses. The camp was inaugurated by the Principal, magazine. You are Shalini/Sumiti, Editor of the Websites
Dr N K Jain, followed by his valuable welcome magazine. By XYZ
address. Many environmentalists and ecologists

Ans : 2007
were present in the camp. Dr R K Pachauri, New Delhi, 4 May 20xx Trade in rare animals
the Nobel laureate, was the main speaker who Co-curricular Activities of DPS, Kanpur and their body parts is going on through popular
encouraged students to participate in the By Shalini, Editor of the School Magazine websites, the government said today. The Union
environment awareness campaign. He emphasised Last Friday, on 17 November 20xx, I visited Delhi Environment Minister said, “Online smuggling of
many environmental issues such as garbage Public School (DPS), Kanpur, on the occasion of rare animals and their parts is being monitored
clearance, plantation, pollution and the role of a cultural function held in the school auditorium. by the state and central governments as part of
the students to keep environment pollution free. There were many cultural programmes. Students combating cyber crime.”
About thirty young aspirants vying to be monitors of classes 9 to 12 participated in debate, music “Several websites are seen advertising sale
and prefects participated in the camp. A panel of and theatre workshop. The topic of the debate of rare animals and their parts,” he said in a
judges, including Dr R K Pachauri and the Principal was “Justice delayed is justice denied”. The written reply. Even he furnished a list of 106 such
Dr N K Jain, presided over the activities of the Head Boy of class XII won the first prize in the websites collated by the Wildlife Crime Control
students in environment issues. In addition, many debate competition. There was also an interschool Bureau (WCCB).
parents and teachers were also present in the music competition. Renu Agarwal of class XI was A wildlife body had recently alleged that a
camp. awarded Scholar of the Schools’ award for her pop prominent website was selling wildlife specimens,
music performance. A theatre workshop was also including sea horses and alligator heads,
17. You are Sapna Gupta, a news reporter. Write a held in collaboration with Aagaaz Theatre, New protected under the country’s laws. Wildlife SOS
report in 120-150 words on ‘child marriage’ to be Delhi. It was a two-hour workshop. At the end of had claimed the website was offering an array
published in a local newspaper. the function, the principal thanked all who made of wildlife trophies, including alligator heads,


Ans : 2008 efforts to make it a memorable function. preserved snakes, butterflies, starfish, rare beetles
Child Marriage and seahorses, besides hunting manuals and
19. You are a press reporter. Write a report in 120-150
By Sapna Gupta devices.
words on the recent cattle catching drive launched
New Delhi, 23 July 20xx With over 10 crore by MCD to clear stray cattle from Delhi roads.
Indians, including 8.5 crore girls, being married

Ans : 2006


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off before they turn 18, every third child bride Cattle-Catching Drive
in the world is an Indian, a report has said. The By Manish Madan
report titled ‘Eliminating Child Marriage in Following a directive issued from the Delhi High
India’, was released by Action-Aid India on July Court to clear the city of stray cattle, MCD’s

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