SECTION – A
(1) What did the Library open its halls for?
✅ Answer:
The library opened its halls for film screenings, workshops in home economics or gardening, child care, and the arts.
(2) How would reading help women?
✅ Answer:
Reading would help women realize their own strength and unity, and help them manage family and professional problems.
(3) How did Ramsingh (070) follow Prem Chopra?
✅ Answer:
Ramsingh (070) followed Prem Chopra like a faithful dog when he stopped at Gopal Jewellers.
(4) Through which Prem Chopra see display of ornaments?
✅ Answer:
Prem Chopra saw the display of gold ornaments through the glass window of the shop.
(5) What were Arun’s parents like?
✅ Answer:
Arun’s parents were supportive and understanding. They always helped and guided him in his work.
(6) Who taught Arun humility? Why?
✅ Answer:
Arun’s teachers taught him humility so that he would not become proud or arrogant and would keep learning all the time.
(7) Who was busy on that day?
✅ Answer:
The Lord (God) was extremely busy on that day.
(8) Who commented about Lord?
✅ Answer:
An angel commented about the Lord.
(9) Who developed black powder? When?
✅ Answer:
The Chinese developed black powder more than a thousand years ago.
(10) Who revealed the formula for black powder? When?
✅ Answer:
An English monk, Roger Bacon, revealed the formula in 1242.
(11) Write a short note (any one)
(a) Ram Singh – 070 the Human Robot
Ram Singh–070 was a human-like robot. He could walk, talk, and perform tasks like a human. He was operated through a remote control and had three principles built into his system – to obey orders, not harm humans, and protect himself. He was very efficient, but Prem Chopra misused him to steal things. Finally, he was caught and the misuse was stopped.
(b) Pyrotechnics
Pyrotechnics means the science of making fireworks. The word comes from Greek roots — ‘pyro’ meaning fire and ‘technic’ meaning art or skill. Pyrotechnic devices include fireworks, flares, and matches. A household match is also a special pyrotechnic device. The Chinese were pioneers of pyrotechnics. The greatest danger of pyrotechnics is fire and explosion.
True or False
(12) Solar power is a ‘smokeless’ source of light.
True
(13) Robots never harm humans. True
(14) Arun has supportive parents. True
(15) The angel thought that the model of a mother was soft.
False
Section – B
(16) What will the song do when the dark night is over the road?
✅ Answer:
The song will act like a faithful star and guide the way when the dark night is over the road.
(17) Where will the song sit?
✅ Answer:
The song will sit in the pupils of your eyes.
(18) Whom does the poet represent in the poem?
✅ Answer:
The poet represents his song, which stands for his thoughts and emotions.
(19) What was Cutie?
✅ Answer:
Cutie was a robot.
(20) Who had asked, “Who am I?”
✅ Answer:
Cutie (the robot QT-1) had asked, “Who am I?”
(21) What would help Cutie to understand what the Earthman was going to explain?
✅ Answer:
Cutie’s special intelligence would help him to understand.
(22) What did they see from the glass window?
✅ Answer:
They saw deep black space studded with bright stars.
(23) What did Cutie think the space and stars were?
✅ Answer:
Cutie thought that space was black material and the stars were bright blinking dots.
Read the data and answer the questions (05 Marks)
(24) What is this data about?
✅ Answer:
This data is about the school exam results (Pass and Fail students).
(25) In which year was the result best?
✅ Answer:
In the year 2018–19.
(26) In which year did the school have the highest number of students? How many?
✅ Answer:
In the year 2019–20, with 300 students in total.
(27) How many students passed and how many failed in the year 2017–18?
✅ Answer:
200 passed and 100 failed.
(28) What is the result of the year 2016–17?
✅ Answer:
150 passed and 100 failed.
Read the dialogue and answer the questions (04 Marks)
(29) Why has the patient visited the doctor?
✅ Answer:
The patient visited the doctor because of stomach ache and loose motions.
(30) What may be the reason for the patient’s suffering?
✅ Answer:
The reason may be eating contaminated food or snacks from roadside stalls.
(31) Why is the patient needed to be hydrated?
✅ Answer:
Because due to diarrhoea, the body loses plenty of water and needs to stay hydrated.
(32) What does the doctor prescribe the patient along with the medicines?
✅ Answer:
The doctor advised the patient to drink enough water, take sugar and salt solution, eat light food, and take rest.
Match the language functions (03 Marks)
(33) We have been waiting for an hour.
B. Duration of time
(34) We sometimes play Kabaddi. C. Expressing frequency
(35) Neti has been watching TV since 6 p.m.
D. Point of time
Choose and write the appropriate response (03 Marks)
(36) Rajni: Do you travel by public transport?
Romi: No, I use my car.
(Frequency of action)
✅ Answer:
(A) I sometimes travel by bus.
Let's go through the questions and solve them step by step.
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(37) Gargi: (Asking about number)
Lalita: I read ten books in each summer vacation.
(A) What do you do in vacation?
(B) I always move out in summer vacation.
(C) I wrote an essay in the last summer vacation.
(D) How many books do you read in summer vacation?
Answer:
(D) How many books do you read in summer vacation?
(38) Teacher: What do you do in your spare time?
Nikunj: _____(Talking about alternatives)
(A) I do my homework.
(B) I walk in the evening.
(C) I either read story books or play badminton.
(D) I am interested in sleeping.
Answer:
(C) I either read story books or play badminton.
(39) Surbhi: Last night there was a stranger in our society.
Maitri : Yes._____ (describing person)
A) When did you see him
B) I was in deep sleep last night
C) you should sleep early at night
D) I saw him with an unusual cloth side bag.
ANSWER:
D.
40) ___ we lost the match. (Expressing emotion)
A) Hurrah!
B) Alas!
C) Bravo!
D) Yuck!
Ans : B) Alas
(41) I saw a man __________ (describing person)
(A) in the room.
(B) whose gloves were torn.
(C) which was throwing stones on the street dog.
(D) taller than you.
Answer:
(B) whose gloves were torn.
(42)
The basic formula of the black or gun powder has remained unchanged for centuries. It is a blend of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulphur in the ratio of 75 : 15 : 10 by weight.
Nearest meaning:
(43) clamour
(A) peace
(B) noise
(C) calm
(D) melody
Answer:
(B) noise
(44) clasp
(A) a bee
(B) strike
(C) bang
(D) hold tightly
Answer: (D) hold tightly
(45) heal
(A) heel
(B) injure
(C) cure
(D) treat
Answer: (C) cure
Section D:
Read the dialogue and complete the indirect narration.
Indirect Narration:
Ved (said to, asked, told) Mira if she ________ (was going, is going, went) to the science fair. Mira confirmed that she ________ (plans, planned, had planned) to go there the next day. Ved said that he ________ (would, may, might) see her there.
Answer:
Ved asked Mira if she was going to the science fair. Mira confirmed that she had planned to go there the next day. Ved said that he might see her there.
(47) Answer:
Amit will neither see a movie nor read a book.
48) Answer:
Open the window so that we can get fresh air.
(49) Answer:
That is the person Whom they want to appoint as the manager.
50) Answer:
The word 'Sandwich' comes From the name of an English nobleman Who was the fourth Earl of Sandwich, a town in England. The Earl was very fond of playing cards.
(51) Do as directed:
Answer:
The net had been spread by the hunter. The rats were cutting the net. They had set the birds free. The hunter had chased the rats away.
(52) Answer:
Vijay needs to identify which style suits him the best for different subjects. He is adopting more than one style of learning. This will help him in improving retention.
(53) Now the government has built a separate road for the walking pilgrims.
(A) Why had the government built a separate road?
(B) For whom has the government built a separate road?
(C) For whom did the government build a separate road?
(D) For what has the government built a separate road?
Answer:
(B) For whom has the government built a separate road?
(54) Arjun killed Karna at the time of sunset.
(A) How did Arjun kill Karna?
(B) Whom did Arjun kill?
(C) Whom did Arjun kill at the time of sunset?
(D) To whom did Arjun kill at the time of sunset?
Answer:
(B) Whom did Arjun kill?
(55) Your niece is very talkative.
(A) How was your niece?
(B) Who is very talkative?
(C) How is your niece?
(D) What was very talkative?
Answer:
(C) How is your niece?
Section E:
(56) My Mother
[Points: Name - appearance - age - qualities - your feeling]
Answer:
My mother is a loving and caring woman. She is in her early forties but still looks youthful. She has a medium height, dark brown eyes, and black hair that she keeps neatly tied. Her smile lights up the room, and she is always there to support and guide me. She is a hardworking person, and despite her busy schedule, she always finds time to take care of the family. She is a great cook, and her food is simply delicious. She has a calm and patient nature, which makes her the perfect listener whenever I need someone to talk to. I feel blessed to have her as my mother, and I deeply admire her strength, kindness, and love.
(57) Write about My Dream Robot.
[Points: Name - appearance - skills - use - as a friend - facility - my comfort - special qualities - my pride.]
Answer:
My dream robot is called "RoboFriend." It is sleek and modern in appearance, with a shiny silver body and glowing blue eyes. It stands about 5 feet tall and is equipped with a variety of skills. It can assist with household chores, help with my homework, and even entertain me with jokes and stories. As a friend, RoboFriend has a kind and friendly personality, and it can have conversations just like a human. The robot also has an in-built system that tracks my health and well-being, offering advice and reminding me to stay active. It is my pride because it makes my life easier and more enjoyable, providing comfort and support whenever I need it.
(58) Write an E-mail in about 80 words to your friend wishing him the best of luck for his interview.
Answer:
Subject: Best of Luck for Your Interview
Dear [XYZ],
I hope you're doing well! I wanted to wish you all the best for your interview tomorrow. I know you’ve worked really hard for this opportunity, and I'm sure you'll do great. Just be confident, stay calm, and remember everything you've prepared. I'm rooting for you and I believe you’ll impress them with your skills and experience. Best of luck!
Take care,
Yours,
[Abcd]
(59) Write a report in about 100 words on a road accident which you witnessed.
[Points: Where was the accident - between which two vehicles - bike rider driving fast to avoid signal - wearing a helmet so saved - help from passersby - ambulance, police - rider promises not to break rules]
Answer:
I witnessed a road accident yesterday near the city’s main junction. A bike rider was speeding to avoid a red signal when he collided with a car coming from the opposite direction. Fortunately, the rider was wearing a helmet, which saved him from serious injury. People passing by quickly helped him and called for an ambulance. The police arrived shortly after, and the rider promised not to break traffic rules again. The car driver was unharmed, and the accident was cleared after the necessary formalities.
(60) Describe the picture in about ten sentences:
Answer:
In the picture, we see a rural scene with a person standing by the water. The person appears to be a fisherman or someone collecting water. The landscape is serene, with trees and a calm river flowing in the background. There is a small boat floating near the riverbank, and a dog is seen nearby, probably enjoying the peaceful environment. The weather looks clear, and the sun is setting in the distance, casting a golden hue on the surroundings. The overall mood of the picture is calm and tranquil, depicting a simple life. The person in the picture seems to be absorbed in their task, perhaps reflecting on the beauty of nature around them. The peaceful scene is a perfect representation of rural life.
