English
Time - 2 Hours Total Marks - 60
Note - All questions are compulsory and carry equal marks.
Read the following passage and answer the questions. (5)
Write an essay of 150 words on the topic ‘Environmental Conservation’. (5)
Explain the meaning of the following idioms and use them in sentences: (5) (a) A blessing in disguise (b) Break the ice (c) Once in a blue moon (d) The ball is in your court (e) Spill the beans
Write a letter on any one of the following topics: (5) (a) Letter to a friend wishing them a happy birthday. (b) Letter to the Principal requesting a cleanliness drive in the school.
Write an inspiring story on ‘Honesty’. (5)
Define and explain different types of nouns with examples. (5)
Write a paragraph on ‘The Importance of Discipline in Student Life’. (5)
Write the antonyms of the following words: (5) (a) Happiness (b) Rise (c) Defeat (d) Friend (e) Life
Write the synonyms of the following words: (5) (a) Water (b) Sun (c) Mountain (d) Earth (e) Air
Write a short biography of any famous writer or poet. (5)
Explain the difference between ‘Tatsam’ and ‘Tadbhav’ words with examples. (5)
Describe the different types of compound words with examples. (5)
Explain the meaning of the following proverbs and use them in sentences: (5) (a) As you sow, so shall you reap. (b) A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. (c) A monkey does not appreciate the taste of ginger. (d) It is useless to regret after the damage is done. (e) Justice should be done fairly.
Explain the difference between prefixes and suffixes. (5)
Correct the following sentences grammatically: (5)
Write a short essay on the importance of the English language. (5)
Express your views on the topic ‘Health is Wealth’. (5)
Write 10 sentences about Mahatma Gandhi. (5)
Use proper punctuation marks in the given sentences: (5)
Write the names of national festivals of India and provide a short description of each. (5)
