SECTION-A (READING)

Q1. Read the passage and on the basis of your understanding of the
passage answer the questions given below:

1. India has never subscribed to the doctrine of militarism and war in her
history. Here war was never treated as an ideal. It was only tolerated as
unavoidable and inevitable, and all attempts were made to check it and
bring it under control. In spite of the frequency of wars in ancient India, in
spite of highly developed military organization, techniques of war and
imperialism, and in spite of the open justification of war as national policy,
the heart of India loved pacifisms as an ideal capable of realization. India’s
symbolic role was that of a peacemaker and it sincerely pinned its faith on
the principle of “Live and let live‟. At least philosophically, India’s
intelligence supported the cause of peace not only in national affairs but in
international affairs also. All the great seers of the yore visualized the unity
of life, permeating all beings, animate or inanimate, which ruled out killing
and suicidal wars.
2. This doctrine of philosophical pacifisms was practiced by ancient Aryans
is, no doubt, a question of controversial nature. Certainly, the great Indian
teachers and savants stuck to this doctrine tenaciously and in their personal
life they translated it into practice and preached it to masses and even to
princes of military classes.

3. Another culture of those times, the existence of which has been proved
by the excavations of Mohan-Jo-Daro, also enunciated the doctrine of
pacifism and friendship to all. Strangely enough, the Indus Valley
civilization has revealed no fortification and very few weapons.

4. Ahimsa or the doctrine of non-violence in thought, speech and action

assumed a gigantic importance in the Buddhist and Jain period. By a
constant practice of this virtue, man becomes unassailable by even wild
beasts, who forgot their ferocity the moment they entered the
circumference of his magnetic influence. The monks and nuns of these
churches were apostles of peace, who reached every nook and corner of the
world and delivered the message of love to war-weary humanity. The
greatest votary was the royal monk Ashoka, who in reality was responsible
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for transforming Ahimsa as an act of personal virtue, to Ahimsa as an act of
national virtue.

5. Many a historian recounting the causes of the downfall of the Mauryas,

hold the pacific policy of Ashoka which had eschewed the aggressive
militarism of his predecessors, responsible for an early decay of the
military strength of the state and its consequent disintegration, leading to
the rise of Sungas, Kanvas and Andhras. But, in reality the fault lies with
the weak successors of Ashoka, who could not wield the weapon of non-
violence with a skill and efficiency which required the strength of
a spiritual giant like Ashoka. They failed due to their subjective weakness:
Pacifism itself was no cause of their failure.

6. Besides the foregoing philosophical and religious school of thought, even

many political authorities gave their unqualified support to the cause of
pacifisms. They recognized the right of rivals to exist, not mainly as
enemies, but as collaborators in the building of a civilization operation.
Thus, for centuries, in the pre-Mauryan India, scores of small independent
republics existed and flourished without coming in clash with each other.

7. With regard to Kautilya, the much maligned militarist and the so called
Machiavelli of India, He thinks that the object of diplomacy is to avoid war.

8. The Mahabharata observes in the connection, “A wise man should be

content with what can be obtained by the expedients of conciliation, gift
and dissention.” It denounces the warring world of men by comparing it to
a dog-kennel. “First there comes the wagging of tails, then turning of one
round to other, then the show of teeth, then the roaring and then comes the
commencement of the fights. It is the same with men; there is no difference
whatever.” Yajnavalkya adds: ‘’War is the last expedient to be used when
all others have failed’’
9. All possible avenues of peace such as negotiation, conciliation through
conference, meditation and so on, were explored before the war was
resorted to. This proves that the heart of ancient India was sound and it
longed for peace, although war also was not treated as an anathema, which
was to be avoided as far as possible. (Words– 737)

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(Extract from ‘Culture India-Pacifism has been the Ideal’ by Sri Indra)

1.1Answer each of the questions given below by choosing the most

appropriate option:

(i) The heart of India loved

a) a highly developed military organization
b) techniques of wars and imperialism
c) loans
d) pacifism

(ii) Principle of ‘’Live and let live’’ means

a) imperialism
b) militarism
c) frequency of wars among nations
d) role of peace makers

(iii) Aryans preached and practiced this to the masses

a) non-violence
b) freedom of speech and action
c) philosophical pacifisms
d) practice of military organization

(iv) Mahabharata compares the warring world with

a) wise men
b) dog kennel
c) song of the battle
d) militarist

(v) Unearthing Mohan-Jo–Daro reinforced the following of Pacifism

a) there was no fortification and very few weapons
b) they delivered the message of love
c) they were apostles of peace
d) thinks that the object of diplomacy is to avoid war

1.2 Answer the following questions briefly: (1X7=7)

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 (i) How was war treated in India?
(ii) Describe India‟s preparedness for war in spite of their belief in
Pacifism.
(iii) How did the Aryans practice the Doctrine of Pacifism?
(iv) What is Ahimsa?
(v) What is the meaning of co-existence with rivals?
(vi) Why should Bhagvad-Gita not be considered as “A song of the
battle”?
(vii)Which word in paragraph 3 means “express in definite and clear
terms”.

2. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that
follow:

Winning is a habit of real life achievers, and so is positive thinking. You

cannot be a winner in the true sense, be both successful and happy, lead a
purposeful life, realize your goal and contribute to your society unless you
are a positive thinker. And you cannot be a positive thinker unless you are
a positive person who believes in basic goodness, are sensitive to your own
needs and desires as well as the needs of other people around you. Positive
thinking leads you to a healthy attitude to life that makes you independent,
courageous and cooperative. These qualities are essential for a purposeful,
meaningful and rewarding existence.

Positive thinking is very often thought to be the ability to focus on what is

right and ignoring what is wrong or unpleasant, to be able to turn a blind
eye to what is disagreeable and disturbing. But this is not Positive Thinking
is all about. It does not tell us to close our eyes to reality and stay where we
are, resign to fate and not strive for more or better, not to make an effort at
the risk of failure. It does not tell us to run away from anything, however
unpleasant or difficult it may be.

The edifice of positive thinking rests on the power of your inner self, your
motivation and preparedness to change, your determination and hard
work, your ability to learn and improve. It will depend on your ability to

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step out of your inertia and move ahead, your ability to handle failure and
setbacks, your ability to learn from your mistakes and move
ahead.

Positive thinking can make reaching your goal easier and more enjoyable.
It gives you the strength to face adversities and failure with courage and
bounce back a stronger and more confident person. It is your best gift and
the most powerful tool. It helps you to live your life to the fullest.
However simple Positive thinking may sound and however easy it may
appear to be,
Statistics show that only about five percent of people are able to think
positive and become super achievers. These are the people who work
harder and better than others and earn and control fifty percent of the
world’s resources.

So, to learn to look at everything in a positive way you have to break free
from your negative conditioning and move ahead. You can change the way
you perceive, interpret and think. You know that you can change when
you want to change and you will want to change only when you
acknowledge that there is a mistake and you need to set it right. Change
can be brought about, not without your active participation and your will.

(455 words) (Excerpt from ‘Be Positive think Positive’ by Mridula Agarwal)

a On the basis of your reading of the above passage, make notes on it,
using headings and sub- headings. Also use recognizable abbreviations,
wherever necessary. Supply an appropriate title to it.

b. Write a summary of the above passage in about hundred words.

SECTION – B

3. You are Principal of National Public School, Jaipur. You require a TGT
(Mathematics ) for your school. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more
than 50 words for the ‘Situations Vacant’ column of ‘The National Times’

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stating essential and desirable qualifications, experience etc of the
candidate.

4. You are Sujal/Sujata, residing at 24- D, Malviya Nagar, Alwar,

Rajasthan. You own a Hero Honda motor cycle which you want to sell as
you wish to buy a car. Draft an advertisement for the VEHICLE column of
your local newspaper. Invent all necessary details. (50 words).
5. You are Faiz/Falak Mazumdar living at 39, Udampur Colony, Shimla.
You decide to hold a dinner party to congratulate your grandparents on
their golden wedding anniversary. Draft a formal invitation in not more
than 50 words to all family members to attend a grand dinner at home.
6. You are Simar / Smriti of Lotus International School, Jodhpur. Your
school is organizing a workshop on “Prevention of Drug Abuse” in the
coming week. Prepare a poster with complete information for the students
of classes X-XII.
7. Water supply will be suspended for eight hours (10 am to 6 pm) on 6th
of August for cleaning of the water tank. Write a notice in about 50 words
advising the residents to store water for a day. You are Karan
Kumar/Karuna Bajaj, Secretary, Janata Group Housing Society, Palam
Vihar, Kurnool.
8. Write a letter to M/s. Oxford Publishing House, London complaining
that the books sent by them were not those you had ordered for. Ask for
replacement. You are Varun Joshi, Sector-20, Chandigarh.
9. You are Rajni / Rahul, living at E-95, Sector-12, Dwarka. You read an
advertisement about short term course in computer Programming by Zee
Computer World, Pitampura, Delhi. Write a letter seeking all relevant
details of the course.
10. You are Simar/ Smriti of 10 A, Krishna Nagar, Lucknow. Having
recently completed your graduation in Mass Media Studies, you are
looking for a job as a Radio Jockey in a reputed Radio Station. Surfing
through the newspaper, you have come across the below mentioned

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advertisement in a national daily. Apply in response to this advertisement
giving your detailed Bio-Data.

RED RADIO CHILLIES

Requires a young, energetic Radio Jockey, between the age group of 20-30;
male / female; graduate in Mass Media Studies preferred; with minimum 2
year experience of the post offered. Salary in six figures (negotiable as per the
qualification of the candidate).Eligible candidates may send their complete
Bio-Data to the below mentioned address or e-mail it on the below given
mailing address, latest by 20th August 2019.The Radio Station Manager, Red
Radio Chillies, 25 Chitra Gupta Road, Jhansi.
Email : redradiochilli@gmail.com19

11. You are Samita/Sunit, resident of C-9, Vasant Kunj, Delhi. You find
participation of children in various reality shows on T.V. a form of child
exploitation. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily showing your
concern about various forms of child exploitation prevalent in Educated,
Urban society giving some suggestions to curtail it.

12. Exercising is the only healthy way to a consistent and happy life. As
Manuj/Manjula of Class XII, write a speech to be delivered in the school’s
morning Assembly on “Impact of Healthy Life style on a Student’s Life-
through Yoga‟. The speech in the assembly is a part of ‘’International Yoga
Day” celebration.
13. Today, all markets are flooded with attractive, expensive consumer
goods which tempt the young generation to get them, by hook or crook.
Write an article for the local newspaper on “Youth Getting Astray by
Modern Materialistic Approach‟. You are Manuj/Manjula studying in
Class XII of SNB Public School, Vidisha, UP. (150-200 words)

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14.By 2050, India will be amongst the countries which will face acute water
shortage. You are highly alarmed and terrified of the future world without
water. So, write an article on “Save water- are we doing enough?” for the
local daily in 150-200 words.

15. Your school, Amar Vikas Public School, Delhi, organized a Seminar on
‘’Animation” for the students of Classes IX – XII. The objective was to
enlighten them about this very lucrative vocational field of graphics. As
Reema/ Raman, Head Girl / Boy of the school, write a report in150-200
words on the programme for your school magazine.
16."Online Smart Classes Are The Future Of Education Style". Write a
debate either for or against the motion. (150 - 200 words).

SECTION: C
Read the following extract and answer the following questions briefly:

17. Belled, flowery, Tyrolese valley. Open-handed map

Awarding the world its world
............................ and yet, for these
children, these windows,not this map, their world,
where all their future’s painted with a fog.
A narrow street sealed in with lead sky
far far from rivers, capes and stars of words.

1. What do the classroom walls have?

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2. Why does the poet refer to the Tyrolese valley in these lines?
3. What is the future of these children?
4. What are the narrow street and lead sky indicative of?
OR

18. “Fishermen in the cold sea,

Would not harm whales
And the man gathering salt
would look at his hurt hands.”
1. What is ‘fisherman’ symbolic of?
2. What will happen when fishermen do not harm whales?
3. What would happen in this moment of silence?
4. What image does the poet create in the last line?

19. ‘‘My father came home and said that you wanted to sleep here in the
forge tonight, and then I asked permission to come and bring you home to
us. I am so sorry, Captain, that you are having such a hard time.’’
a Who is the speaker?
b What do you mean by ‘forge?’
c Why did Edla invite the peddler to stay with her family?
d. Who is referred to as ‘captain’? Is he actually a captain?
e. Name the lesson and the author
OR

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20. ‘‘What I did,” he explained, “was a very ordinary thing. I declared that
the British could not order me about in my own country.”

a. What led Gandhiji to make this remark?

b. Which episode was Gandiji referring to?
c. How was this episode a turning point in Gandhiji’s life?
d. Name the lesson and the author.
Answer the following questions
21. What temptations did Franz overcome to proceed to school?
22. How was the order from Berlin going to make a difference to the lives
of the students?
23. Why did M. Hamel make a gesture to the students to leave?
24 “I never saw him look so tall”. Who is the person mentioned? What does
the speaker mean by the above statement?
25. What did M. Hamel Count on when he used to enter the class?
26. Why do the rag pickers have ration permits but no identity ?
27. Why does the author say that Seemapuri in spite of being on the
periphery of Delhi was miles away from it?
28. What are the two worlds that the author talks about?
29. How does Mukesh’s grandmother view the family occupation of bangle
making and its poverty?
30. How is Mukesh different from Saheb?
31 'Lost Spring' explains the grinding poverty and traditions that condemn
thousands of people to a life of abject poverty. Do you agree? Why / Why
not?

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32. Why was Douglas’ mother particular that he should not go to the
Yakima river? How did she manage to keep the son away?
33.What made the YMCA pool a safe place to learn swimming?
34.I was frightened, but not yet frightened out of my wits. What does this
mean?
35 What were Douglas’ plans when he went down the water the first time?
36. Why did the Peddler not reveal his true identity when the ironmaster
mistakes him to be the Captain?
37. ‘The old man was just as generous with his confidences (secrets) as with
his porridge (food) and tobacco.’ Explain.
38. How did the hammer strokes rekindle the lost spirit in the peddler?
39. How were the ironmaster and his daughter different in their outlook?
40. How is the peddler’s philosophy practical and true in the modern
world?

41.Who was Raj Kumar Shukla? Why did he want Gandhiji in

Champaaran?
42.Why were the sharecroppers ready to sign the agreement to pay the
money to get released from the previous agreement to plant indigo?
43.Why did the sharecroppers demand their money back?
44.What made Gandhiji accompany Raj Kumar Shukla to Champaran?
45. Why do you think, the author goes into detailed identification of the
Tiger King through a variety of titles?Does he really mean to humour him ?
46What do you understand by “threat of a Stuka bomber”?
47. How did the Maharaja manage to save his throne?
48. What did the high-ranking British officer wish to do? Was his wish
fulfilled?
49. How did the Maharaja manage to save his throne?
50. Why did the Maharaja suddenly decide to marry? Whom did he wish
to marry?

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51. Mention instances which show that Sadao’s father had strong feelings
for his motherland?
52. Why did Sadao decide to treat the injured man?
53. This man” he thought there is no reason under heaven why he should
live.” What prompted Dr. Sadao to say this? What does he do after this?
54. What happened on the seventh day, after the doctor and his wife saved
the wounded man?
55. How did Sadao help the prisoner to escape?
56 ‘A simple act of mercy and kindness can bring about a change of heart’.
Discuss the significance of love and kindness with reference to the story
‘The Rat Trap.’
57. Dr Sadao’s instinctive affinity transcends national and cultural
prejudices and barriers. Discuss.
58.Write a concise biography of Alphonse Daudet plus historical and
literary context for ‘The Last lesson’.

BEYOND THE TEXT

59. English Summer Reading
Fundamentally, we believe that reading is a pleasure. Therefore, the
summer reading project is designed to allow you to read a book simply for
enjoyment. Choose a book of your interest. Write a review of the book in
100 words.

60. THE MOST COMMON ENGLISH IDIOMS

Write the meaning of these common English idioms .State whether they are
part of a sentence or stand on its own.

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A blessing in disguise

A dime a dozen

Beat around the bush

Better late than never

Bite the bullet

Break a leg

Call it a day

Cut somebody some slack

Cutting corners

Easy does it

Get out of hand

Get something out of your system

Get your act together

Give someone the benefit of the doubt

Go back to the drawing board

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Hang in there

Hit the sack

It's not rocket science

Let someone off the hook

Make a long story short

Miss the boat

No pain, no gain

On the ball

Pull someone's leg

Pull yourself together

So far so good

Speak of the devil

That's the last straw

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