Answers:
SECTION A: READING (10 Marks)
(a) Answer the following questions:
1. What is the primary focus of the passage?
The passage focuses on the impact of technology on communication.
2. Mention two positive impacts of technology on communication discussed in the
passage.
○ Technology has fostered global connectivity.
○ It has enabled remote work and education opportunities.
3. How has technology influenced face-to-face interactions?
Technology has led to a decline in personal connections and social skills due to
excessive reliance on digital communication.
4. Identify a challenge related to technology mentioned in the passage.
Misinformation and cyberbullying are challenges related to technology.
5. Suggest one solution to address the challenges posed by technology.
Encouraging digital literacy and promoting meaningful offline interactions can help
address these challenges.
(b) Vocabulary:
1. Find a synonym for "transformation" from the passage.
Revolutionized.
2. Find an antonym for "benefit" from the passage.
Challenge.
3. Write a word from the passage that means "to influence."
Impact.
4. What does the phrase "double-edged sword" imply in the passage?
It implies that technology has both advantages and disadvantages.
5. Identify the part of speech for the word "profoundly" used in the passage.
Adverb.
SECTION B: GRAMMAR (20 Marks)
Q2. Gap Filling (Tenses):
1. Yesterday, while I was walking to school, I met an old friend.
2. The children had been playing outside for two hours when it started raining.
3. She always enjoys reading novels in her free time.
4. If he works hard, he will succeed.
5. By the time we reach the station, the train will have left.
Q3. Editing and Omission:
1. The boy plays in the park.
2. There are many books on the table.
3. She told me that she would come tomorrow.
4. They do not know the way.
5. He goes to the market every evening.
Q4. Subject-Verb Concord:
1. Each of the students is responsible for their behavior.
2. The flock of birds was flying high in the sky.
3. Neither the teacher nor the students are present today.
4. A bouquet of flowers was placed on the table.
5. The committee has made its decision.
Q5. Reported Speech:
1. He said that he was reading a book.
2. She asked if I could help her with that task.
3. The teacher said to complete our homework by the next day.
4. He requested me to lend him my notebook.
5. She asked what I was doing at that moment.
SECTION D: LITERATURE (20 Marks)
Q8. Short Answers:
1. What did A.P.J. Abdul Kalam learn from his parents as described in "My
Childhood"?
He learned honesty and self-discipline from his father and compassion and generosity
from his mother.
2. How did Dr. Raman’s attitude reflect his profession in "The Snake and the Mirror"?
Dr. Raman’s calm and rational attitude reflected his professional dedication and ability to
prioritize logic over fear.
3. Describe the determination of Santosh Yadav in "Reach for the Top."
Santosh Yadav displayed exceptional determination by challenging societal norms and
training rigorously to become a successful mountaineer.
4. What lesson does "The Happy Prince" convey to readers?
The story conveys the importance of selflessness, compassion, and helping those in
need.
Q9. Long Answer:
What imagery does William Wordsworth use in "The Lake Isle of Innisfree" to describe
the place, and how does it appeal to the senses?
Wordsworth uses vivid imagery like "a small cabin of clay and wattles" and "bee-loud glade" to
create a serene picture. The auditory imagery of "lake water lapping" appeals to the sense of
hearing, while the visual description of "midnight’s all a glimmer" engages the sense of sight,
evoking tranquility and connection to nature.
Q10. Extract-Based Questions:
1. What is the "Northland" as described in the poem?
The Northland refers to a region near the North Pole characterized by cold weather and
snow.
2. What does the poet mean by "the hours of the day are few"?
It implies that the days are short, with limited daylight in the Northland.