VELAMMAL BODHI CAMPUS

English
Grand test 4 Batch 2
Answer key
I. Read the passage given below 10
1. B. Ignoring family (1)
2. C. Joint family connects each member of the family with one another unlike a nuclear
family which makes us apart (1)
3. D. Update about friends (1)
4. It is just a click away (1)
5. Addiction is a condition in which a person is unable to step using a Substance or engaging
in a behaviour while distancing means to become less involved or connected with somebody
or something (2m)
6. They hardly enjoy the moment or talk to the people around them
They are widely focused on collecting pictures that can be uploaded on their social media
accounts are busy checking and commenting on the status updates of those on their friend list
(2m)
7. The biggest twisty with the social media is that it is highly addictive (1)
8. B (1)
II. Read the passage given below 10
1. It is due to their protects against police brutality and systemic racism (1)
2. A.due to systemic racism (1)
3. Prolific (1)
4. D 2 and 5 (1)
5. A.6 hours approx. (1)
6. Seldom (1)
7. They have a history of raising money for charity and breaking social media records
(2m)
8. K pop fans have used their influence to support social justice Issues. On Instagram and
Twitter, they have taken over white Supremacist hashtags with Fan comes short videos
of their favourite pop Idols performance. (2m)
Section B
III.Grammar 10
1.c.had told
2.if he could take him to the doctor
3.a.would
4.d. a...... The
5 C.knocked
6.swims
7.if she wanted anything
8.gone....went
9.The begger asked the old man if he could tell him the nearest temple.
10.c.will
11.b. she couldn't see it because it is not visible the naked eye
12.a little...a few
lV.B Creative writing
Letter writing 5
1A
119, Nilgiri Apartments
Kirti Nagar, Delhi
25th August, 20xx
The Sales Manager
M/s Pawan Sales
Ramesh Nagar, Delhi
Sub: Complaint about faulty wardrobe
Sir,
I had purchased a wardrobe on 2 August, 20xx, vide cash memo No. 355,’ with teak wood
finish and tan colour.
The wardrobe is not of acceptable quality and does not match in sample wardrobe that I was
shown in the store. The doors of the wardrobe do not open and shut properly and the stain on
the wardrobe is uneven, with one half darker than the other.
So I would like you to replace it with one of the same quality as the sample and arrange for
return of the faulty wardrobe at your cost.
I would like to have this problem fixed quickly else I will lodge a formal complaint with
consumer court.

Yours faithfully
Abhimanyu Sikri
Enclosed: Copy of the receipt.
1B

105 C, Chatterjee Lane

Subject: Bullying of a class X student

With due respect, I bring to your notice that my brother, Ashutosh Roy, of class XD, has
been staying in dormitory No. 20 for the last 6 months. He has been facing a lot of bullying
because of being a ‘new bee’ in the hostel. As a result, he is going through a lot of stress. He
passes sleepless nights and sometimes even takes sleeping tablets. I regret to say that he no
longer wants to study in your prestigious institution. He has even been threatened of serious
consequences by these bullies if he complains.
I am concerned about my brother’s life. I request you to take immediate remedial action
before the things get out of hand and force me to withdraw my brother which might bring a
bad name to your school.

Yours faithfully
Rajesh Roy

V. Analytical paragraph 5
A
Role of youth in establishing peace in society
Youth piece are interlinked in society. Youth can play an important role in establishing peace
in society. In a survey conducted, it has been found that number of deaths due to violence has
increased enormously since the 90s. Death rate in thousands was 2.5 in 1990. But in 2010 it
has increased to 7.5. it is really very sad. It must be checked. youth can play a major role in
controlling this crime graph. This can contribute towards establishing peace in many ways.
They can awaken the people towards the necessity of peace. They can help the police in
catching the criminals. They can bring the criminals in the mainstream by educating them
and they can do much more.
B
Risk of death
The table shows more statistics related to deaths among low and middle income groups as
well as high income groups due to 5 reasons indoors smoke from solid fuels, unsafe water, in
sanitation and lack of hygiene, urban outdoor pollution, global climate change and lead
exposure. As it clear from the data the high income group people die of the outdoor pollution
more than any other cause. They account for 2.5% of all dates which is higher than the world
average of 2.0 percentage. A mere 0.1 percentage people of this group die of drinking and
safe water in sanitation and lack of hygiene. On the other hand the lower under middle
income group has mortality rate higher than the world average in all categories except urban
outdoor air pollution, where it is 0.1 percentage less than the world average of two
percentage. This group accounts for 3.9 percentage and 3.8 percentage deads due to endorse
smoke from solid fuels and unsaved drinking water in sanitation and lakh of hygiene
respectively. Global climate change and lead exposure account for 0.3 percentage death each
among this group. Overall more people in the lower and middle income group die of the
given causes.
Section C
VI. Answer any one of the Extract 5.
A
1.C . option 3 and 4only
2.Anne felt that these were her own views and she would never like anyone to read her views
and as such that won't matter to anyone (2)
3. Depressed
4.c. diary wouldd patiently listen to whatever she said
B
1. C. she had to repay the odious depth to the council
2. Linen
3. c. only 3
4. I) odious II) haggling (2)
VII. Answer any one extract given. 5
A
1. The word little has been used at equal intervals to describe Belinda's pet. 2
2. a. Disregard for rules of languages
3. a. humorous
4. b. Belinda has many little pets with her
B
1. b. 3and 4
2. The poet expresses his views regarding the process of overcoming once loss in life the
symbol of losing something and how one gets over it. 2
3. c. no use to say
4. Dancing
VIII Answer ANY FOUR of the following in about 40-50 words each. 4×3= 12
i.What was Lomov’s opinion about Squeezer? (The Proposal)
Lomov’s opinion about Squeezer was not positive. He considered Squeezer a bad hunter.
Lomov was sure that dog’s lower jaw was shorter than the upper one. He thought it to be of
inferior quality.
ii.How did the seagull express his excitement when he saw his mother bringing food for
him? (Two Stories About Flying)
The young seagull uttered a joyful scream when he saw his mother picking up a piece of the
fish and flying across to him with it. He leaned out eagerly, tapping the rock with his feet.
iii.What does courage mean to Mandela? (Nelson Mandela – Long Walk to Freedom)
According to Mandela, courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. A brave
man is not one who does not feel afraid, but one who conquers that fear.
iv. How does the poet suggest that you identify the lion and the tiger? When can you do so
according to him? (How to Tell Wild Animals)
The poet suggests that if a large and tawny beast in the jungle in the east advances towards
us, then it is an Asian lion. We can identify it when it roars at us while we are dying with
fear. When roaming, we come across a wild beast that is yellow in colour with black stripes,
it is a Bengal tiger.
v.`He senses first responsibility’—What responsibility is referred to here? (The Ball Poem)
The responsibility referred to here is how to stand up or bear the loss through self-
understanding and trying to console oneself on his own as the boy who lost his ball was
trying to do.
IX. Answer ANY TWO of the following in about 40-50 words each. 2 ×3 = 6
i. Why could Tricki not be cured at home? (A Triumph of Surgery)
Tricki could not be cured at home because Mrs pumphrey would give tricki more food
and would not have made tricki run and play with other dogs. she would have given him a
luxurious life further which would have made him more sick.
ii. What are Hari Singh’s reactions to the prospect of receiving an education? Do they
change over time? (The Thief ’s Story)
 Hari Singh’s reactions to the prospect of receiving an education change over time.
When he started living with Anil he wanted to be literate so that he could become a more
cunning cheat. Later on there is a change in his heart. He wants to earn respect in life.
iii. What happened to the people who tried to help the constable in catching the
invisible man? (Footprints without Feet)
Finally a shirt flew into the air, and the constable found himself struggling with someone
he could not see at all. Some people tried to help him, but found themselves hit by blows
that seemed to come from nowhere. In the end Jaffers was knocked unconscious as he
made a last attempt to hold on to the unseen scientist.
X. Answer ANY ONE of the following in about 100-120 words. 6
i. Coorg and Assam both are known for plantation of Coffee and Tea respectively.
Though India is known for its tea plantation yet coffee is considered to be the drink of
the elite.
Prepare a set of dialogues between a Coorgi and an Assamese based on the parts of the
chapter ‘Glimpses of India’. You may begin like this :
Coorgi : Hello, good morning! Are you from Assam, I am from Coorg.
Assamese : Good morning! Yes I am from Assam, .

Ans Coorgi: oh yes, I know about it coorg is also known for coffee plantation along
with our cultural background we are not only various we plant world class coffee as
well.
Assamese: we are world famed for our tea gardens to an extent that it has become the part
of our culture. People from far and wide visit our state to enjoy the scenic beauty and the
sprawling tea garden.
Coorgi: yes that is true that India is known for its production of tea but coffee plantation is
also gaining momentum and we have selected class who prepare coffee to tea.
Assamese: there is no end to this discussion I think both the states contributes equally to
the country and well known for their scenic beauty and plantation. We are both pride of the
nation and have our share of dedicated consumers.
ii. “The message conveyed in the chapter ‘Mijbil The Otter’, We should be good, and
polite to our pets so that they will feel good and comfortable to live, was not followed
by Belinda in the case of her pet Custard, The Dragon. If you had to use the message
with reference to both the chapters how will you elaborate it? Also, how it is relevant
to both.
Ans: The owner of mijbil, the otter loves him to an extent that he takes care of each and
everything needed by the otter. He keeps it close to water and when he is travelling he
ensures its comfortable. Mijbil is happy with its master and follows it everywhere. People
become curious about it and enquire about it frequently. On the other hand Belinda mocks at
the dragon to an extent that it has forgotten about its strength. He doesn't have faith on itself.
He kills the pirate still he does believe that he has done so. The puny dog and mouse and cat
all laugh at the dragon and do not acknowledge it's bravery in gobbling the pirate and saving
all of them. She may not ill treat her but she is not polite to custard and that is why it is not
comfortable to live.
XI. Answer ANY ONE of the following in about 100-120 words. 6
i. “Education can change a person’s perspective towards life and takes care of all the
deficiencies? Comment with reference to the chapter ‘Bholi’.
Ans: This goes perfect in the case of Bholi. Bholi was not treated well by her family
members. she was considered a simpleton and weak in her brain. She is dim witted and
ugly looking. No one cared for her wellbeing. Just to get rid of her she is sent to school
and that becomes a boon in disguise of her .she gets educated and there is a total
transformation in her persona. She is an epitome of confidence and even stops
stuttering. She gets the courage to speak for herself and look into her own interest. She
is Sulekha and is adored by her teachers who gave her strength. Beauty and money
may give you a sense of pride for a while but education uplifts and elevates you forever.
An educated person is respected by one and all.
OR
ii. ‘Misunderstanding of Cultural differences between various races can cause
confusion and conflict.’ Comment, based on the chapter ‘The Book that Saved the
Earth’.
Ans: Ebright would never have been successful as a scientist. If he would not have been
curious and motivated. He never slackened his efforts. Success was not always by his side
but that did not dishearten him. His research on butterflies did not pay many dividends
studies on butterflies enabled him to achieve the achievable and then there was no looking
back. There were Laurels all his way. Curiosity is infectious and gives way to one after the
other point. He had not disheartened with his earlier failures he reached where he could.
This is the real spirit of being a true scientists and has worked for Ebright as well