English [Set A]

Academic Year: 2018-2019 Marks: 80

Date & Time: 20th February 2019, 1:00 pm
Duration: 3h

SECTION – I (Reading Skill, Grammar, Vocabulary, Note-making and Summary)

Question 1: [15]

Question 1.A: Read the first activity, read the extract and then do all the Activitites :
[12]

We were an agrarian people. And my main hobby in my early teens was to wander
through paddy field to see the different kinds of birds and how they nest. On the
outskirts of the paddy fields, there had been many coconut trees and black palm trees.
Beautifully crafted nests of the weaver-birds thookkanaam kuruvikal-would be seen
dangling from the ends of palm leaves. Hundreds of these little birds would land on the
paddy to squeeze the milk from the tender rice. They would come to the fields when the
young stalks come out of the rise-plants. At this stage of the paddy, my father would
send me to our field with a tin drum to scare these birds away. But often I have enjoyed
the sight of these little birds balancing on the tender stalks and squeezing the milk out
of the green rice. When the paddy is ripe enough to harvest, flocks of parrots would land
there and cut the ripe stalks with their sharp beaks and fly away with the stalks dangling
in their beaks. I have always liked to see this sight also.

The nest of parrots were neatly crafted holes in the trunks of palm trees. I continued to
wonder how they made chose holes on the hard trunks until I saw the patient work of
the woodpeckers. They were the carpenters and their long, sharp and strong beaks,
chisels. They make the holes (in search of worms inside the weak spots of the trunks)
and the parrots occupy them. If I heard the sound tak, tak, tak. I knew it was a
woodpeckers chiselling a had trunk. I would go after him. It seems that the woodpecker
is the only bird which can walk perpendicularly on the tree trunks! How beautiful the
sight was! Its strong legs, red crest, the dark red stripe on the face and black beak and
the tak, tak, tak sound used to captivate me

A1. Complete the following table: Choose two sentence that appropriately mention the
theme of the passage :
(i) The extract deals with the techniques to scare the birds away.
(ii) The extract depicts how parrots make holes on the tree trunks.
(iii) The extract depicts the writer’s love towards the birds.
(iv) The extract deals with the activities of different birds.

A2. Complete the flow-chart :

A3. Complete the following table :

A4. Vocabulary -
Match the pairs of the words in column ‘A’ with their meaning in column ‘B’ :
Column ‘A’ Column ‘B’
(i) dangling (a) connected with farming
(ii) squeezing (b) attract the attention
(iii) agrarian (c) hanging freely
(iv) captivate (d) pressing firmly

A5. Personal response -

Suggest two measures to increase the number of birds.

A6. Grammar -
Rewrite the following sentences in the way instructed
(i) The paddy is ripe enough to harvest
(Remove ‘enough’ and rewrite the sentence.)
(ii) How beautiful the sight was!
(Rewrite as an assertive sentence)

Solution:
A1.
(iii) The extract depicts the writer’s love towards the birds.
(iv) The extract deals with the activities of different birds.
A2.
A3.

A4.
Column ‘A’ Column ‘B’
(i) dangling c) hanging freely
(ii) squeezing (d) pressing firmly
(iii) agrarian (a) connected with farming
(iv) captivate (b) attract the attention

A5.
Environment includes flora and fauna in which birds are also an important parts. There
are several ways or measures to increase the member of birds. Few of them are :
• Restore natural habitat in your lacality. City parks and open space can be helpful.
• Plant more native which provides food, nest sides and cover for birds.
• Prevent bird collision with your windows as the reflection of your windows might
confuse them.
• Stop kite – flying during Sankrant.
• Buy bird – friendly products which do not harm them by any means.
• Keep grains and water in your balcony for them.
• Keep cleanliness and do not litter.
• Protect birds from your pets.
• Avoid chemicals usage or pesticides on plants as birds eat them.
• Support bird club or other conservation organisation to learn more and contribute
towards protecting birds.
• Learn hunting laws and create awareness among people.
A6.
(i)The paddy is so ripe that it can be harvest.
(ii) The sight was very beautiful.
Question 1.B: Grammar [3]

Question 1.B.1: Do as directed : [1]

When earthquake strikes, world trembles.

(Insert appropriate articles wherever necessary and rewrite it.)

Solution: When an earthquake strikes, the world trembles.

Question 1.B.2: Do as directed: [1]

I spent my holiday _______ some friends ________ a wooden house.

(Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions.)

Solution: I spent my holiday with some friends in a wooden house.

Question 1.B.3: Do as directed : [1]

Radha said to the teacher, “I feel very happy to help my mother at home.”
(Change it into indirect speech.)

Solution: Radha told the teacher that she felt very happy to help her mother at home.

Question 2: [15]

Question 2.A: Read the first activity, read the extract and then do all the activities:
[12]

On this historic moment, I stand here to thank Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. India’s present
epoch maker has come over here to bless the state of Maharashtra which is definitely
going to last forever. On behalf of thousands of common people, I express my deep
sense of gratitude to him for blessing us.

We Maharashtrians love him, worship him. And once again, I wish to declare that this
state of Maharashtra, recently formed, will work for the betterment of the common
people of Maharashtra, but if it comes to sacrifice, whatever best and grand we have, it
will be done primarily for India.

This is so, because, we believe from the beginning, that Maharashtra depends on India;
its greatness depends on the greatness of India. All Maharashtrians believe that both
India and Maharashtra can progress only when there is oneness of interest. And,
therefore, I have made this clear by bringing to your notice the significance of certain
symbols, for example, the Himalayas stand for lndia and the Sahyadri, for Maharashtra.
The snowy Himalayas with the highest mountain ranges symbolise India and the
Sahyadri with the blackest rock structure and with 200-300 inches rainfall symbolise
Maharashtra. I promise you that if the Himalayas are in jeopardy, the Sahyadri of
Maharashtra will use its black rock structure like a shield to protect the Himalayas.
‘Hard labour’ is the watch word of our times. And, Panditji, you have given us the
message of building Maharashtra and our nation by hard labour. We are going to
inscribe this valuable message on our minds and try our best to look at your blessings
and your guidance, as the blessings and guidance of an epoch maker.

A1. Read the following statements. Find out the correct statements and write them
down : (2)
(i) Both India and Maharashtra can progress if they have different interests.
(ii) Hard work is the only way to build the future of India and Maharashtra.
(iii) The sacrifice of the best and grand in Maharashtra will be made for the state of
Maharashtra.
(iv) In times of great calamity the Sahyadri will protect the Himalayas, like a shield.

A2. Complete the following statements : (2)

(i) The interest of Maharashtra and that of India should be one for the progress of
Maharashtra state, because ................
(ii) Maharashtra depends on India, because ................

[Link] the table : (2)

The name of the mountain Stands for The reason
The Himalayas The Sahyadri

A4. Vocabulary - (2)

Give antonyms of the following words by adding prefixes :
(i) gratitude
(ii) clear
(iii) believe
(iv) significance

A5. Personal response - (2)

Give your suggestions that will help the people to make Maharashtra prosperous.

A6. Grammar - (2)

Rewrite the following sentences in the ways instructed :
(i) India and Maharashtra can progress only when there is oneness of interest.
(Rewrite it using ‘unless’)
(ii) This state of Maharashtra will work for the betterment of the common people of
Maharashtra.
(Rewrite it using modal auxiliary showing ‘obligation’)
Solution: A1 .
(ii) Hard work is the only way to build the future of India and Maharashtra.
(iv) In times of great calamity the Sahyadri will protect the Himalayas, like a sheild.
A2.
(i) The interest of Maharashtra and that of India should be one for the progress of
Maharashtra, state because India and Maharashtra can only progress when there is
oneness of interest.
(ii) Maharashtra depends on India, because its greatness depends on the greatness of
India.
A3.
The name of the mountain Stands for The reason
The Himalayas India The snowy Himalayas with the
highest mountain ranges symbolise
India.
The Sahyadri Maharashtra The blackest rock structure with 200-
300 inches rainfall symbolises
Maharashtra.
A4.
(i) Gratitude – ingratitude
(ii) Clear – Unclear
(iii) Believe – disblieve
(iv) Significance – insignificance
A5.
According to me, Maharashtra can be prosperous if the people or citizens are really
willing to work towards it. Few initiative or steps that we can ensure is to see that our
cities have basic facilities like food, clothing, shelter, education and health services
easily available. For this alongwith the government we citizens have to make a realistic
plan and execute the services so that every citizen living gets the benefits which id also
his rights. Proper infrastructure also adds to this. Citizen can ensure that their locality is
clean & there is greenary so that the city looks beautiful and environment is also taken
care. Citizens should support the Swacch Bharat Abhiyaan. Proper education given to
every child and most importantly create the awareness among people about their rights
and duties both. By following the above points, I am sure we all can contribute towards
prosperous Maharashtra.
A6.
(i) Unless there is oneness of interest India and Maharashtra cannot progress.
(ii) This state of Maharashtra must work for the betterment of the common people of
Maharashtra.
Question 2.B: Note making : [3]
Read the following extract and complete the note given below :
The small village of Somnathpur contains an extraordinary temple, built around 1268
A.D by the Hoyasalas of Karnataka - one of the most prolific temple builders. Belur and
Helebid are among their better-known works. While these suffered during the invasion
of the 14th century, the Somnathpur temple stands more or less intact in near-original
condition. The small temple captivates with the beauty and vitality of its detailed
sculpture, covering almost every inch of the walls, pillars and even ceilings. It has three
Shikhars and stands on a star-shaped raised platform with 24 edges. The outer walls
have a profusion of detailed carvings: the entire surface run over by carved plaques of
stone: There were vertical panels covered by exquisite figures of God and Goddesses,
with many incarnations being depicted. There were nymphs too some carrying an ear of
maize, a symbol of plenty and prosperity. The elaborate ornamentation, very
characteristic of Hoyasala sculptures was a remarkable feature. On closer look and it is
worth it-the series of friezes on the outer walls revealed intricately carved caparisored
elephants, charging horsemen, stylized flowers and warriors.
Somnathpur Temple
(1) Location : ___________
(2) Year : 1268 A.D.
(3) Built by : ___________
(4) Captivates with : ___________

(5) Structural features :

(i) Three Shikhars
(ii) Star-shaped platform with 24 edges
(iii) Outer wall carvings, ___________
charging horsemen, __________ and warriors.
(iv) Nymphs-symbol of ___________

Solution: Somnathpur Temple

(1) Location : Somnathpur (Somnathpura)
(2) Year : 1268 A.D.
(3) Build By : Hoysalas of karnataka
(4) Captivates with : The beauty and vitality of its detailed sculpture, covering
almost every inch of the walls, pillars and even ceilings.
(5) Structural features :
(i) Three shikhars
(ii) Star-shaped platform with 24 edges.
(iii) Outer wall carvings, the entire surface run over by carved plaques of stone charging
horsemen, stylized flowers and warriors.
(iv) Nymphs – Symbol of plenty and prosperity.

Question 3.A: Read the first activity, read the extract and then do all the activities :
[15]
Have you are wondered why soldiers are always clad in green? This is to enable them to
camouflage themselves during wartime. Hiding in the jungles, their green attire blends
into the surrounding trees and shrubs, making it difficult for the enemies to spot them.
Long before man-made use of camouflaging, insects have already adopted the
tactic of disguise to escape from the clutches of their predators. By having body colour
close to those of the rocks and dried leaves, they can escape from being pursued by the
predators.
Butterflies and moths have developed a variety of camouflage strategies since they
are quite defenseless and their predators are abundant. Possessing wings which
resemble dried leaves help certain butterflies and moths to hide among heaps of dried
leaves when predators are around.
Fortunately, not all insects choose the art of disguise to escape from their predators;
otherwise, the world would be so dull and colourless. There are insects which assimilate
the bright body colours of bees and wasps to escape from being pursued by their
predator. Long ago, birds have already learnt to avoid brilliantly coloured wasps and
bees in fear of their painful stings. Hence, over millions of years, many harmless insects
have assimilated the bees and wasps by imitating. Their bright body colours and
shapes. In this way, they appear dangerous and hence ward them off.
The beefy, not only appears like the bumblebee in terms of body colour, even its
hums sound similar too. The only difference is that the beefy does not have a stirring
and is hence harmless. The hoverfly is another insect which imitates. the body colours
of the wasps. Their bodies are striped yellow and black. The only deviations are that
hoverflies do not have stings, and they have only one pair of wings each while wasps
have two pairs each. These variations are hardly noticed by the predators and hence
help them to escape.

A1. Complete the table with the information from the passage : (2)

Insects Similarity Difference

Bumblebee - Beefy
Wasp - Hoverfly

A2. Complete the tree diagram : (2)

A3. Find out : (2)

‘Nature has given a self-protection mechanism to insects’.
Find out at least two examples from the passage to prove this statement.
A4. Vocabulary - (2)
Find the words from the passage for :
(i) animal or bird that hunts other for food
(ii) to get free from danger
(iii) to prevent something from harming
(iv) to make a copy
A5. Personal response - (2)
‘Soldiers disguise themselves to prevent enemies to spot them’.
Give two more examples when the disguising technique is used by humans.
A6. Grammar - (2)
Rewrite the following sentences in the ways instructed :
(i) They have only one pair of wings.
(Make it negative without changing the meaning)
(ii) Insects have already adopted the tactic of disguise to escape from the clutches of
their predators.
(Replace infinitive with gerund and rewrite)
(B) Summary : (3)
Summarise the above extract with the help of the points given and suggest a suitable
title.
Camouflage of soldiers and insects - reason and ways for disguising - assimilation of
insects - need of imitation.

Solution: A1.
Insects Similarly Difference
Bumblebee-Beefy Body colour and hums Beefy does not have a sting &
sound hence it harmless.
Wasp – Hoverfly Body colour (yellow & Hoverflies do not have stings and
black stripes) they have the only a pair of wings each
while wasps have two pairs each.
A2.

A3.
The examples from the passage to prove the statement- 'Nature has given self-
protection mechanism to insects’ are :
(i) By having body colour close to those of the rocks and dried leaves, they can escape
from being pursued by the predators.
(ii) Possessing wings which resemble dried leaves help certain butterflies and moths to
hide among heaps of dried leaves when predators are around.
A4.
(i) predators
(ii) escape
(iii) tactics
(iv) imitates
A5.
The examples of the disguising technique used by humans are:
(i) Native American Hunters wore wolf skins to stalk buffalo.
(i) The cloaks of invisibility used for magic shows or duplicate the person.
A6.
(i) They do not have more than one pair of wings.
(ii) Insects have already adopted the tactic of disguise for escaping from the clutches of
their predators.
(B) The Deceptive marking
Camouflage is used by soldiers in order to protect them from the enemies and also to
be safe from the insects who are camouflaging in the jungle in between the rocks, trees,
shrubs and dried leaves. Soldiers use this technique so that they can hide in the jungle
area and their enemies could not spot them easily and attack. Nature has given insects
the art of disguise naturally like having body colour or possessing wings which
resemble dried leaves or rocks. So that they can escape from being pursued by the
predators. The assimilation of insects is done as their bright body colour and shapes so
that they appear dangerous and hence ward them off. There are several similarities and
differences between beefy, bumblebee, hoverfly, wasp and other insects. The need for
imitation in insects is required because their variations are hardly noticed by the
predators and it helps them to escape
SECTION - II (Poetry)

Question 4: Read the following extract and then do all the activities that follow : [8]
How do you know
Peace is a woman?
I know for
I met her yesterday
on my winding way
to the world’s fare,
She has such a wonderful face
just like a golden flower faded
before the prime.
I asked her why
She was so sad?
She told me her baby
was killed in Auschwitz,
her daughter in Hiroshima
and her sone in Vietnam,
Ireland, Israel, Palestine, Lebanon,
Bosnia, Rwanda, Kosovo and Chechnya ......

A1. Web -
Completely the following web by listing character mentioned in the extract :

A2. Poetic device -

Figure of speech :
‘Peace is a woman ?’
Name and explain the figure of speed in the above line.

A3. Personal response :

Suggest two solutions to avoid wars.

A4. Creativity :
Compose two poetic lines titled “Say ‘no’ to wars”.
Solution: A1.

A2.
The figure of speech is: Personification – Peace is given a human quality of being a
woman.
A3.
Wars have existed since prehistoric times but ultimately it never helped anyone and
infect led to destruction of property and people losing their life. According to me, to
avoid wars firstly, the roots of wars must be addressed. Wars will not provide any end
solutions. Instead, communicating or discussing the issue will help us to get the
solutions for the same. This is the best possible was to avoid wars and resolve the
issue or concerns. Along with, that law enforcement and military approach should be in
place. Arms control and diplomacy should be taken care of.
A4.
“Say ‘no’ to wars”
The horrible menace and terror of war,
Shakes me being at its very core.
Destruction, along and so much fire,
Death follows all, as lives expires.
(OR)
War affects so many lines,
Children, parents friends and wives,
First-hand terror for those that serve,
No human being, such a death deserve.
Question 5: SECTION – III (Rapid Reading and Composition) [8]

Question 5.A: (A) Read the extract and do the activities that follows : [4]

“Pluck the flowers off”, said the other boy and the daisy trembled for fear, for to be
pulled off meant death to it; and it wished so much to live, as it was to go with the
square of turf into the poor captive lark’s cage.
“No, let it stay,” said the other boy, “it looks so pretty.” And so it stayed, and was brought
into the lark’s cage. The poor bird was lamenting its lost liberty, and beating its wings
against the wires; and the little daisy could not speak or utter a consoling word, much as
it would liked to do so. So the forenoon passed. “I have no water,” said the captive lark,
“they have all gone out and forgotten to give me anything to drink. My throat is dry and
burning. I feel as if I had fire and ice within me and the air is so oppressive. Alas! I must
die, and part with the warm sunshine, the fresh green meadows, and all the beauty that
God has created.” And it thrust its beak into the piece of grass, to refresh itself a little.
Then it noticed the little daisy, and nodded to it, and kissed it with its beak and said :
“You must also fade in here, poor little flower. You and the piece of grass are all they
have given me in exchange for the whole world, which I enjoyed outside. Each little
blade of grass shall be a green tree for me, each of your white petals a fragrant flower.
Alas! You only remind me of what I have lost.

A1. True / False -

State whether the following statements are true or false :
(i) The boys had kept water in the cage for the lark.
(ii) The daisy had a desire to console the poor lark.
(iii) The lark was reminded of its lost liberty.
(iv) The daisy did not want to go into the lark’s cage.

A2. Write an imaginary ending :

Write an imaginary paragraph in about 50 words to give a different ending to the above
extract.
Solution: A1.
(i) False
(ii) True
(iii) True
(iv) False
A2.
The poor lark felt that the daisy should have accompanied him so that the lark and the
daisy could go around everywhere together and would have a lot of fun. Poor lark just
wanted to enjoy his life by flying over everywhere not alone but with his beloved daisy.
They wanted to spend good time together.
Question 5.B: (B) Read the extract and do the activities that follows : [4]
“May I come in?” asked the pink lady.
“Please come in,” said my mother. “Do sit down. Do you require a room?”
“Not today, thank you. I’m staying with Padre Dutt. He insisted on putting me up. But I
may want a room for a day or two – just for old times’ sake.”
“You’ve stayed here before.”
“A long time ago. I’m Mrs. Green, you know. The missing Mrs. Green. The one for whom
you put up that handsome tombstone in the cementery. I was very touched by it. And
I’m glad you didn’t add ‘Beloved wife of Henry Green’, because I didn’t love him any more
than he loved me.”
“Then – then – you aren’t the skeleton?” Stammered my mother.
“Do I look like a skaleton?”
“No!”, we said together.
“But we heard you disappeared,” I said, “and when we found that skeleton —”
“You put two and two together.”
“Well, it was Miss Kellner who convinced us,” said my mother. “And you did disappear
mysteriously. You
were missing for years. And everyone knew Mr. Green was a philander.”
“Couldn’t wait to get away from him,” said the pink lady. “Couldn’t stand him any more.
He was a lady killer
but not a real killer.”
“But your father came looking for you. Didn’t you get in touch with him?”
“ My father and I were never very close. Mother died when I was very young, and the only
relative I had was a cousin in West Africa. So that’s where I went – Sierra Leone!”
B1. Complete -
Complete the following sentences:
(i) Mrs. Green couldn’t stand Mr. Green, because ________.
(ii) The relationship between Mrs. Green and her father ________.
(iii) Mrs. Green cousin lived in ________.
(iv) Miss. Kellner convinced the narrator’s mother that the skeleton was of Mrs. Green,
because ______.
B2. Convert dialogue into a story :
Convert the above dialogue into a story form in about 50 words.

Solution: B1.

(i) because he was a lady-killer, but not a real killer

(ii) was never very close
(iii) West Africa
(iv) because she suddenly had disappeared when the skeleton was found

B2.
The pink lady was actually Mrs Green who suddenly disappeared to West Africa to her
cousin’s place because Mrs Green was a philanderer and always loved hanging around
with different ladies who was unfortunately her husband. So she never loved him. Mrs
Green after returning back was staying with Padre Dutt but just to remember old days
she wanted to stay in the hotel for 2 to 3 day.
Question 6: SECTION – IV (Written Communication) [12]

Question 6.A: Attempt any one of the following [4]

Question 6.A.1: Write a letter to The Chief Officer, Road Transport Authorities, drawing
his attention to the problem of frequent traffic jams in your locality suggesting some
solutions for the problem. [4]

Solution: ABC
206, Rose villa,
Bandra (W),
18th February, 2019
The Chief Officer,
Road Transport Authorities,
Fort – 400018.

Subject: Complaining about the problem of frequent traffic jams.

Sir,

This letter intends to bring to your kind attention to the unimaginable harassment
commuters face on XYZ road due to the growing instances of traffic jams. We know
that the number of vehicles on the roads is on the rise and that there is no proportional
increase in the number of roads. So, traffic jams are bound to happen.
It stretches one’s tolerance to the ultimate limit when buses and autos on this busy road
show an appalling disregard for any kind of traffic law.
We have faith in the Police Department and fully understand the dedication of officers
and request you deploy few such officers on this road, to bring this situation under
check.
Thanking you in anticipation.

Yours truly,
ABC.
OR

Question 6.A.2: Your College is 20 km away from your village. You go to the college by
S.T. bus, but the bus timings are not convenient for you and other students. Write a
letter of complaint to the Depot Manager of your town/city. Suggest some solutions for
the problem. [4]
Solution: ABC
206, Rose villa,
Bandra (W),
18th February, 2019

The Depot Manager,

State Transport Services,
Fort – 400026.
Subject: Complaining about inconvenient bus timings for students.
Sir,
 I would like to draw your attention to the despairing lack of public transport in the
locality. My college is 20 km away from my village and we have to travel by S.T. bus but
bus timings are not at all convenient for me and other students as well. Buses do not ply
on the long stretches and cabs are out of the question due to the high prices they
charges.
We need more public transport at the convenient timings when students travel to
schools/ colleges along
with more traffic police who will be able to help us. We are willing to petition the council
office but we are hoping you could kindly help us in this matter.
Hence, it is my earnest request that you will be so kind as to the needful.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours Truly,
ABC.
Question 6.B: Attempt any one of the following [4]

Question 6.B.1: Leaflet - [4]

Prepare a short Tourist Leaflet on any hill station you like, with the help of the following
points :
• How to go there
• Where to stay
• Places worth visiting
• Shopping attractions
• Add your own points
Solution: MAHABALESHWAR
A pleasant hill station in the state of Maharashtra, Mahabaleshwar grabs the attention
of many tourists. This hill station boasts of extended jungles and calm ambiance. The
word 'Mahabaleshwar' is Sanskrit word that means 'God of Great Power'.
(i) How to reach there: By Air: Pune Airport lies 120km from the place is the nearest
airport.
By Rail: Wathar has the nearest railway station, about 62km.
By Road: Many State Transport buses run from Mumbai and Pune to Mahabaleshwar.
Private Taxis are also available.

(ii) Where to stay or Accommodation: Mahabaleshwar has no dearth of accommodation

options. There are many hotels ranging from deluxe to budget. Other options include
tourist lodges, guest houses and luxury resorts. One can easily choose the one that
suits them the best.

(iii) Best time or season to visit : Best time to visit this place is from March to June
during summer season. Avoid travelling during monsoon.
(iv) Places to visit or What to see : There are many mind-blowing places to visit like,
Wilson Point popularly known as the 'Sunrise Point, it is the highest point situated
above 4710 ft above sea level, Wilson Point is the vast plateau. Connaught Peak. It is
the second highest point, presenting spectacular views of a green carpet.
Elphinstone Point, Discovered in 1830, it was named after Sir Elephinston, the Governor
of Bombay. Arthur's Seat is said to be the queen of all points, offering ample
opportunities to see the barren deep valleys on both sides. Baghdad Point is an
impressive point, which goes past village Moleshware on the way. You can view the
beautiful views of the backwaters of Koyna dam on your left side, whereas river Solshi is
in front of you with small villages. Mahabaleshwar has other popular attractions, which
include names like Marjorie Point, Castle Rock, Babington Point, Northcote Point,
Falkland Point, Carnac Point, Fitzgerald Point, Bombay Point and Gaolani Point. Several
other popular names are Lodwick Point & Boars Head, The Lamington Plateau,
Panchgani Point, Helen's Point, Rosamond Rock, Water Falls, Polo Ground and a Bee
Keeping Centre.

(v) Special features: Mahabaleshwar is a very popular shopping place, Da Sabrane Road,
which is also known as the Main street. Honey, strawberries, mulberries, jams and jellies
are good items to buy from here.

OR
Question 6.B.2: Report writing - [4]
Your college celebrated the ‘World Environment Day’. You are the Class Representative.
Write a report on the Celebration of the ‘World Environment Day’ with the help of the
help of the following points:
(i) Inauguration of the function
(ii) Address by the Chief Guest
(iii) Various activities carried out
(iv) Exhibition arranged
(v) Vote of thanks
Solution: CONNECTING PEOPLE TO NATURE
6th June 2018
Mumbai
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Rao Junior College of Science located at Andheri West celebrated its World
Environment Day on 5th June 2018.
Mr. Salman Khan was the Chief Guest of this ceremony. He planted a rose plant and
inagurated ceremony. There were lot of crowd as many people gathered to watch
Salman Khan and also to be a part of this programme. He addressed in his speech to all
people “To save mother earth plant more trees”. Students of our 11th Std Div.
A reformed Drama on ‘Mother Earth’, apart from this class -12th students performed a
group song to save mother earth. At last college gave an activity to all the students
 “Cultivate Seeds and Nurture the Plant” under this activity our college arranged
Exhibition to show how students have nurtured various plants. Tree plantation was also
done in the college ground. After all the activities snacks was distributed to all the
students and staff. Our Principal Sir Mr. Rao felicitated Mr. Salman Khan, and said
special thanks for sharing his time with us. Overall the programme was a great success
with everyone’s effect.
- By Student Reporter.
Question 6.C: Attempt any one of the following [4]
Question 6.C.1: Counter-view - [4]
Read the following View Section and Develop a Counter-View Section in about 120
words:

View Section
 Law should enforce children to look after their old parents.
 Law must step in where values deteriorate.
 Grey population has doubled in the las 25 years.
 Protection for the eld View Section erly persons is a serious concern for the
welfare state
 The experience of the old people can be fruitful to the younger generation.

Solution: Counter-view :

Elderly persons: A blessing to the society

In our Indian society, parents are given status equivalent to God. As said, our first
teacher in life are always our parents. No one can ever replace our parents in our life.
There is no need to any law to enforce children to take care of their parents in their old
age. This is ones basic responsibility and this should be innate (from within). A child
should himself understand that when we were kids our parents took care of us so its
our responsibility when we grow up to take care of them. If each individual thinks on this
whether a daughter or a son would not need any law for the same. In last 25 years,
rather than Grey population the number of experienced people has double in the society.
Since, we Indians have got our values and cultures from our parents for the protection
of elderly persons we do not need any welfare society. The family values learned keep
everyone together in the family with all the love and care. We know that the experience
of old people is always fruitful to the younger generation but with time the situations
and the way to handle these situations have hanged. So, not all their experiences &
knowledge is useful. But they are an important part of our family and society both.
OR
Question 6.C.2: Information Transfer - [4]
Look at the following web chart and write a short paragraph based on it in about 120
words. Suggest a suitable title :

Solution: Information Transfer :

Communication – The Human connection
Language is a method of human communication, either spoken or written whereas
communication is exchanging the information Language & Communication both are
inter-related. For better understanding or functioning communication should be clear &
concise. Though effective communication is essential, there are several barriers to
effective communication. The major issue is language as we know every country or
community has a different language when it comes to speaking or understanding it is
difficult for the other person.

At times, even people speaking same language have difficulty in understanding each
other. The second one is time, where in everyone is busy in today's life we hardly get
time to talk to each other and on top of that if we are in different countries the time zone
also matters. Noise is another barrier as while speaking to anyone if there is any
disturbance over the phone, network or internet it interrupts our talks. The next barrier is
distance as we all are living in different parts of the world the ways or methods
of communication also differs Eg. We call to talk over the phone, message to chat on
different sites or may do a video call using skype or other app using internet. The
distance impacts these factors & can interrupt our communication like when we talk
while travelling. Distraction is another issue which becomes a barrier to effective
communication as while talking to a person if we are distracted the communication can
go on a different track or may move out of the topic rather than the actual topic. The
other problem is discomfort with the topic like in a conversation if the other person is
not comfortable to talk about specific topic it may leave the conversation without any
conclusion or of no use. Lastly, lack of interest also hampers the communication like if
a person is not interested in your talks he may ignore it or might not be attentive or may
get half knowledge & all other possibilities. Hence, for an effective communication all
these factors matter and should support an individual in a conversation.
Question 7: [7]
Question 7.A: Interview Questions : [4]
Imagine that you are going to interview a Sarpanch of a village, who has been selected
for ‘Adarsh Gaon Award.’ Frame a set of 8 to 10 questions to interview him/her.
Solution: Good morning Sir, I am glad that I have got this opportunity to talk to you
today so that people can know more about you and ‘Adarsh-Gaon’ since you have been
nominated for 'Adarsh Gaon Award'.
Q.1) How are the elections conducted in your village?
Q.2) Who motivated you to participate in the election for the post of ‘Sarpanch’?
Q.3) Who are the other members of your Panchayat samiti?
Q.4) As per you, what is the role of a Panchayat Samiti in a village?
Q.5) What inspired you to bring such changes in your villages that everyone is
appreciating today?
Q.6) How is the funding of Gram Panchayat done?
Q.7) How does Government helps a village in making it a ‘Adarsh Gaon’ ?
Q.8) What is the best thing that ever changed in your village ?
Q.9) What were the challenges that you have faced during these years as a Sarpanch?
Q.10) What is an Adarsh Gaon according to you?
Q.11) Where do you see your village in coming three years?
Q.12) Any message you would like to share with other villagers?
Question 7.B: Speech Drafting: [3]
Your college has organized an elocution competition. One of the topics therein is
‘Importance of Health’. Prepare a speech on it in about 100 words with the help of
the following points :
• Importance of exercise
• Importance of yoga
• Importance of diet
Solution: Speech writing:
HEALTH IS WEALTH
A very welcome to one and all present here. I am ABC from grade XIIth. Today, on this
World Health Day, I would like to share my views, about ‘Importance of health’ in every
individual's life.
“Those who think they have no time for exercise will sooner or later have to find time for
illness”.
A very famous saying by Mr. Edward Stanley – the three-time PM of the are the U.K.
We are all aware & will agree with Mr. Edward. And the truth is a lot of us are even
conscious about the fact that health is a matter of almost important.
We all know and have heard umpteen number of times to have a healthy start to begin
our day. Let us face it, how many of us truthfully follow a health regime. I would say just
about 20% roughly! It is not a fact but my estimation, it may be low or it may be high,
depending on country to country, region to region. According to a survey in America a
few years back, obesity was becoming a bigger disease than cancer.
Only a healthy person can enjoy the fruits of his labor. What use is one's richness if a
person who is wealthy lacks good health? He or she will be spending most of it either a
medical bill or on employing help who will assist then to complete their daily chores.
“Health is like money, we never have a true idea of its value unit we lose it.” So before
this happens to us, and we lose our health, it is time to think and change.
Lastly, I would want to point out, that great health can be achieved by eating healthy,
following at least one physical activity every day, if possible, sleeping sufficient, drinking
enough water to keep doing yoga.
Yes and most importantly stay away from junk food as far as possible. Regular exercise
is the best.
I end my speech with this very famous saying by William Shakespeare “Our bodies are
our gardens – our will our gardeners”.
Thank You.