ENGLISH ( Communicative)
Subject Code: 101 Time: 3 hours M. Marks: 100
This paper consists of four sections
Section A- Reading 20 marks
Section B- Writing 30 marks
Section C- Grammar 20 marks
Section D- Literature 30 marks
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Do not write anything in the question paper:
3. All the answers must be correctly numbered as in the question paper and written in the
answer sheet provided to you.
4. Attempt all questions in each section before going on to the next section
5. Read each question carefully and follow the instructions.
6. Strictly adhere to the word limit given with each question. Marks will be deducted for
exceeding the word limit.
SECTION A (Reading)
1. Read the following poem carefully. (8 marks)
Breakfast
Of all the meals that glad my day
My morning one’s the best;
Purveyed me on a silver tray,
Immaculately dressed.
I rouse me when the dawn is bright;
I leap into the sea,
Returning with a rare delight
To honey, toast and tea.
My appetite was razor edged
When I was in my prime;
To eggs and bacon I was pledged. . .
Alas! the March of Time;
For now a genial old gent
With journal on my knee,
I sip and take with vast content
My honey, toast and tea.
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So set me up for my delight
The harvest of the bee;
Brown, crispy toast with butter bright,
Ceylon - two cups or three.
Let others lunch or dinner praise,
But I regale with glee,
As I regard with grateful gaze
Just honey, toast and tea.
-------Robert Service
1.1. Below is the summary of the poem. Complete it by writing the missing word/ phrase
against the correct blank number in your answer sheets.
(1/2 x 6 = 3 marks)
On returning from a (a) ———————in the morning, the poet experiences
(b) ———————in having, what to him is the day’s best meal comprising
honey, toast and tea. With time, the poet has been transformed from a young man to
(c) ———————. His tastes have also changed from (d) ———————to
honey, toast and tea. The poet differs from others in that, while he thinks that
breakfast is the (e) ————— of the day, others may (f) ———————.
1.2. The poet uses certain expressions in the poem to suggest something to the reader.
There are some suggestions given below in circles. Choose one suggestion that best fits each of the
expressions in the table, and write the answer against the correct blank number in your answer sheets.
(4 marks)
EXPRESSION FROM THE POEM TO SUGGEST THAT
o I was in my prime I was young
o Immaculately dressed a)
o My appetite was razor edged b)
o March of Time c)
o Regard with grateful glee d)
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l.3. On the basis of your reading of the poem, explain the following expressions. Write
the answer against the correct blank number in your answer sheets. (1 mark)
a. ‘Ceylon’
b. ‘harvest of the bee’-
2. Read the passage given below. (12 marks)
1. Decision-making is a very vital part of our lives. This is because what we are today is largely a
result of the decisions we took in the past. Similarly, whatever happens tomorrow will be a
result of the decisions we take in the present.
2. It is not possible to reverse the wrong decisions taken in the past but it is possible to train
ourselves into becoming a good decision-maker for the future. If we don’t, we’ll end up doing
what we’ve always done and thus get what we’ve always got. Philosopher Walter Kaufman has
called this Decidophobia.
3. All sorts of decisions big or small, relevant or irrelevant, conscious or unconscious punctuate
our lives. Sometimes we don’t even realise we are taking a decision.
4. Those who avoid taking a decision leave everything to chance and float along life with a ‘what
will be, will be’ attitude.
5. To enhance our decision-making, we must, first of all, gather as much information as possible
about the issue before we make our decision. We might be heading for a failure if our decisions
are based on half-baked information.
6. If you have a set of guiding principles for your life, decision-making becomes a lot easier. For
example, if you value integrity and honesty and consider them to be of vital importance, you
will never waver.
7. Sometimes decisions are very difficult to make, especially when the odds seem to be against
us. In this case, giving ourselves a little time to decide wouldn’t be a bad idea at all. Circumstances
may change with time and then it may be easier to see which action is more preferable
to the others.
The single file parade
by time
Look delightfully
exultantly, Gratefully
Respect and
My appetite had offer gratitude
sharp edges
Wearing fine
clothes
Passage of time
I was extremely
hungry
perfectly laid
out
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8. Being clear about your goals can facilitate decision-making. If we know exactly where we
want to be or what we want to do in the next five years or even ten, we will decide to undertake
actions which will lead us to our goals. So outline your short and long-term goals in black and
white.
9. Action is a vital consequence of decision-making. It is the necessary follow-up. Only when we
act will we get a feedback of whether our decision has been correct or not and then we can
proceed in a more focused way. So it is essential to move from the world of thought to the arena
of action. (384 words)
2.1. On the basis of your reading of the passage above complete the following sentences.
Write the answers in your answer sheets against the correct blank number. (8 marks)
a) The course of our life is largely determined ................................................
b) People who suffer from ‘Decidophobia’ are unable to shape their lives because ........
c) The first step towards decision-making would be................................................
d) If your value system is clearly defined then ........................................................
e) In situations where ................................................ taking a little time to decide
would be the best way out.
f) Outlining your goals can facilitate decision-making because.................................
g) Decision-making is futile if it is not ........................................................
h) To proceed in a focused way it is essential that ................................................
2.2. Find words/ phrases from the passage which mean the same as the following from the
paragraphs indicated. Write the answers in your answer sheets against the correct blank
number. (4 marks)
i) to interrupt repeatedly (para 3)
ii) not considered carefully (para 5)
iii) to make possible or easier (para 8)
iv) information or statements of opinion about something that provide an idea of whether it
is successful or liked (para 9)
SECTION B (Writing)
3. Ashwani/ Aastha Sharma, in charge of the NSS Club of St. Andrew’s School, Kashipur, is
given the following letter to write a notice to be put up for students on the school notice
board. Write the notice in not more than 50 words, including relevant details from the
letter in your notice so that students may contribute generously. Do not give extra information.
Put the notice in a box.
(5 marks)
The Philanthropic Society
5-Mount Hill Road
Dehradun
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5 August, 2004
The Principal
St. Andrew’s School
Kashipur, U .P.
Dear Sir,
We are a charitable organization working for helping the distressed people due to natural calamities
like the earthquakes, floods etc.
We would acknowledge it as a gesture of great benevolence if your students contribute to the cause of
rendering help to the hill people of Uttranchal who have experienced a terrible flood and have been
displaced by it. The students can contribute food articles, medicines, money, clothes, shoes and other
items of daily use. This will help to relieve the distress of the people of this area greatly.
These items may be collected next Saturday at about 1 p.m. in the school’s NCC & Scouts room when
our team visits the school.
Thank you very much.
Yours sincerely,
K.C. Katihar
President
4. Read the following notes from the note-pad of Shri B.L. Sharma, the principal of St.
Anthony School, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. He asks his assistant to draft a message on his behalf
for Mr. K. Makkar, the vice principal of the school. Using the information from the note-pad,
draft the message, in not more than 50 words. Put the message in a box.
(5 Marks)
1. Request to attend urgent meeting - in my office at 10.00 am today
2. Class teachers of X, XI & XII also to participale in the meeting
3. Agenda-planning for a two-week excursion to Gangotri during summer vacation.
5. Anil/ Anjali Diwan of Model Town, Delhi reads ‘,the following advertisement in the newspaper
about Help The Old, an organization for helping the aged of India. He/ she writes a letter saying
he/she along with a group of NSS students would like to help the aged in some way.
As Anil/ Anjali write the letter in not more than 150 words. Ask for the programmes you can .join, the
kind of service you and your schoolmates can provide. Also ask for information about the ways you
can collect or donate money to them.
(10 marks)
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HELP THE OLD
An Organisation Workin Nationwide to Care for the Elderly All Over the Country
Help The Old to make our MISSION a success
*Spend time with the old
*Read books to them
*Take them to hospitals
*Shop for them
If you want to help, write to:
Help Age India
C-14, Qutab Institutional Area
New Delhi-l 10016
Phone-26489733-36
6. Rosa Nair, a student of S.D. Public School. Hamirpur (H.P.) has to take part in a speech
competition on the topic “Stop Crowding Hamirpur”. During the last decade it has grown from
a lovely green hill station into a heavily populated industrial town. Using the ideas from the
table and the hints given below, ideas from the unit on “Environment” and your own ideas,
write Rosa’s speech in not more than 150-200 words.
(10 marks)
HAMIRPUR (1994-2004)
1994 2004
Population (in lakhs) 15 22
No. of houses (in lakhs) 02 04
No. of cars (in thousands) 55 90
No. of factories 15 47
Consumption of water (in gallons) 60,000 1,35,000
Consumption of electricity (in watts) 13,000 39,000
HINTS:
* Deterioration in civic amenities
* Pollution levels increasing everywhere
* Overcrowding in streets, buses, markets
* Suggest some practical solutions
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SECTION-C (Grammar)
7. Mr. M. Sharma is the owner of K.P. Bakeries. He has made the following notes about a
wedding cake to be delivered to one Mr. John. Write a brief note to Mr. John, using the information
from the note pad given below. Do not add any new information. Write the correct answer
in your answer sheet against the correct blank number. Do not copy the whole sentence.
(5 marks)
Mr. John - Cake ready
- weighs 10 kg, thick layer of chocolate
- names of bride and groom written
- request-collect by 5 p.m.
- not responsible-any damage afterwards
Dear Mr. John,
We are pleased to a) ...........................................................................................is ready.
It is a cake b) ................................................................................................on it.
The names of the bride c) ......................................................................................on the top.
Since it is a perishable item, d) ..................................................................................this evening.
We shall not be responsible if e) .........................................................................afterwards.
Yours truly,
M. Sharma
Proprietor (K.P. Bakeries)
8. Given below is a conversation between David and his friend, Meenu. Complete the
dialogue in any suitable way. Write the correct answer in your answer sheet against the
correct blank number. Do not copy the whole sentence. (4 marks)
David : Hello. Is this 26897367?
Meenu : Yes. (a) _________________________________________________?
David : To Meenu. I am her friend, David.
Meenu : David! It’s Meenu. (b) ______________________________________?
David : I’m calling from Indira Gandhi International airport. I’m here for a visit.
Meenu : That’s great. (c)____________________________________________?
David : I wanted to give you a surprise.
Meenu : When did you arrive? (d) ____________________________________?
David : I just got here and I’m alone.
9. The following passage has not been edited. There is one error in each of the lines. Write
the incorrect word and the correction in your answer sheet as given below against the correct
blank number. Remember to underline the word that you have supplied.
(½ x 8 = 4 marks)
Children love picnics and outings of their parents e.g. of with
though they are equally happier doing things with a)
them around the house. A parent may make b)
his child feels special by following some simple c)
rituals. Bedtime stories, the game of cards or d)
simply talking and laugh together before going to e)
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bed some give children a wonderful sense f)
of well-being. They hardly ever forgot these moments, g)
and cherish them throughout these lives. h)
10. Look at the words and phrases below. Rearrange them to form meaningful sentences.
The first one has been done as an example.
Write the correct sentences in your answer sheet against the correct blank number.
(1/2 X 6 =3 marks)
And a very / the king / named Acanthus / talented sculptor / Pygmalion was /of Cyprus /of a village.
Pygmalion was the king of Cyprus and a very talented sculptor of a village named Acanthus
A. had finished/he smiled/when he / the ivory statue / of a beautiful woman/one day.
B. smile /at having found/it was/ the innocent/new and unique / of a child/ something
C. by the beauty/ that/to worship it /he was / falling down / he felt like / so impressed / on his
knees/ of the statue.
D. that he / a masterpiece / and called / he realized / this beauty, / had created / Galatea.
E. was a devoted / to the goddess / he prayed / to breathe life / into it / of Aphrodite,/ since he /
follower.
F. to life and / married her / after the goddess/ his wish, / Pygmalion / Galatea came / granted him.
11. Look at the newspaper items below. Then use the information in the headlines to
complete the paragraphs. Write the answers in your answer sheets against the correct
blank number. Do not copy the whole sentence (4 marks)
(a) BLASTS OUTSIDE ATHENS POLICE STATION
Three bombs___________________________________________________ on Wednesday in a
series of timed blasts, causing serious damage and rattling security forces just 100 days before the
Olympic Games. :
(b) SECURITY SYSTEM AT SHANTINIKETAN TO BE ‘REDESIGNED’
The Vishwa-Bharti University authorities ______________________________________
__________________________ at Shantiniketan in the wake of last week’s theft at
Tagore’s Memorial Museum.
(c) FAKE DOCUMENTS RACKET BUSTED
A racket in printing and selling of ___________________________________________
Police. One person has been arrested in this connection.
(d) “5 LAKH JOBS TO BE CREATED BY 2010” -----PLANNING COMMISSION
Mr. Naresh Mathur, member of the planning commission said yesterday that __________
_____________________________________________________________by the year 2010.
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SECTION D (Literature)
12. Read the extract given below and answer the following questions. Write the answers
your answer sheets in one or two lines only. Remember to number the answers correctly.
(4 marks)
My mother twisted through and through
groaning on a mat.
My father, sceptic, rationalist,
trying every curse and blessing,
powder, mixture, herb, and hybrid.
a) Why is the narrator’s mother twisting and groaning on a mat? (1)
b) How does the narrator’s father move away from his character
as a sceptic and a rationalist? (2)
c) How long does it take for mother to recover? (1)
13. Read the extract given below and answer the following questions. Write the answers in
your answer sheets in one or two lines only. Remember to number the answers correctly.
(4 marks)
The very deep did rot: O Christ!
That ever this should be !
Yea, slimy things did crawl with legs
Upon the slimy sea.
a) Who speaks the above lines? (1)
b) What does the word ‘deep’ refer to ? How did it rot? (2)
c) What do the last two lines suggest about the speaker’s
attitude towards nature? (1)
14. In the poem Ode to The West Wind the poet establishes a link between his own personality
and the personality of the West Wind. What is the link? What appeal does he make to the
West Wind? Why? Your answer should not exceed 100 words.
(5 marks)
15. Read the extract given below and answer the following questions. Write the answers in
your answer sheets in one or two lines only. Remember to number the answers correctly.
(5 marks)
Antony: O, pardon me, thou bleeding piece of earth,
That I am meek and gentle with these butchers!
Thou art the ruins of the noblest man
That ever lived in the tide of times.
Woe to the hand that shed this costly blood!
a) Where is Antony at this time? (1)
b) Why does Antony call Caesar’s body ‘thou bleeding piece of earth’? (2)
c) How and when had Antony been ‘meek and gentle with these butchers’? (2)
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16. In the lesson ‘The Tribute’ Babuli says, “My home, my village, they used to pull me away
from the moribund city life.”
a) Why does Babuli refer to city life as ‘moribund’? (2)
b) How did it draw him away from his home and his village later? (2)
Your answer should not exceed 75 words.
(4 marks)
17. Christopher grows up into a teenager and recollects his experiences with Cutie-Pie. Describe
these experiences in the form of a diary entry in about 150-175 words.
(8 marks)
Monday, February 19, 2007
Sunday, February 18, 2007
SAMPLE PAPER 1 (SC. N TECHNOLOGY)(CLASS X)
Time : 2½ Hours Max. Marks : 60
General Instructions :
1. The question paper comprises of two sections A and B. You are to attempt both the sections.
2. The candidates are advised to attempt all the questions of Section A separately and Section B separately.
3. All questions are compulsory.
4. There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in two questions of five marks
category in Section A and one question of 2 marks category and one question of 3 marks category in
section B. You are to attempt only one option in such questions.
5. Marks allocated to each question are indicated against it.
6. Questions 1 to 4 in Section A and 17, 18 in Section B are very short answer questions. These are to be
answered in one word or one sentence only.
7. Questions 5 to 8 in Section A and 19, 20 in Section B are short answer questions. These are to be
answered in about 30 – 40 words each.
8. Questions 9 to 14 in Section A and 21 to 23 in Section B are also short answer questions. These are to
be answered in about 40 – 50 words each.
9. Questions 15, 16 in Section A and 24 in Section B are long answer questions. These are to be answered
in about 70 words each.
SECTION — A
1. Which effect of electric current is used in coating nickel on an iron screw ? 1
2. How did the people in ancient days mark time on a clear night ? 1
3. Three solutions A, B and C have pH 2, 4 and 6 respectively. Which of the three solutions has maximum
acid strength ? 1
4. Why is a negative sign used in the rate expression for the rate of a chemical reaction ? 1
5. You are given two fuse wires A and B with current rating 2A and 5A respectively. Which of the two
wires would you select for use with a 1000W, 220V room heater ? Justify your answer. 2
6. State the law which relates the speed of recession of a galaxy to its distance from the earth. Represent
the relation given by the law graphically. 2
7. A yellowish-white powder which smells of chlorine readily loses chlorine on exposure to air. It is also
used for bleaching cotton and for disinfecting water. 2
(i) Identify the yellowish white powder compound.
(ii) Write balanced chemical equation representing the reaction involved in its manufacture.
8. Beside Baking Soda, what other ingradient does backing powder contain ? What is the role of baking
powder in making of bread and cakes. 2
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9. What is a wind energy farm ? Why is it essential to locate wind energy farms at specific locations ? List
two limitations in harnessing wind energy. 3
10. Describe with a neat diagram an activity to show that a straight conductor carrying direct current
produces a magentic field around it. State the rule which determines the direction of the magnetic field
thus produced. 3
11. A person is unable to see the objects beyond 2m clearly. Name the defect of vision he is suffering from.
List two causes due of which this defect may arise. Draw ray diagrams to show : 3
(i) This defect of vision.
(ii) Correction of this defect using appropriate lens.
12. What happens when : 3
(i) Calcium reacts with water
(ii) Iron reacts with steam
(iii) Magnesium reacts with hot water
(iv) Sodium reacts with water.
13. Name the gas which is hydride of a non-metal, has a characteristic pungent smell and is used in the
manufacture of fertilizers, nitric acid and polymer. Draw a flow diagram with conditions involved to
represent the manufacture of this gas. 3
14. What is an alloy ? Write the constituents of Duralumin, and Bronze. Give one use of each of them
specifying the property on which it is based. 3
15. State the law which governs the strength of the current passing through a metallic conductor when a
potential difference is applied across its ends. Illustrate this law graphically.
Three resistors each of resistance 10 ohm are connected, in turn, to obtain 5
(i) minimum resistance
(ii) maximum resistance
Compute
(a) the effective resistance in each case
(b) the ratio of the minimum to the maximum resistance so obtained.
OR
State the law which governs the amount of heat produced in a metallic conductor when electric current
is passed through it for a given time. Express this law mathematically.
Two resistors of resistance 2 ohm and 4 ohm are, in turn, connected
(i) in series
(ii) in parallel to a given battery for same time interval.
compute the ratio of the total quantity of heat produced in the combination in the two cases.
16. A yellow non-metal brittle in nature, can be mined and is soluble in carbon disulphide.
(i) Identify this non-metal
(ii) Name its two allotropes
(iii) How many atoms are present in its catenated molecule ?
(iv) Write chemical equations to represent the reaction of this element with —
(a) Concentrated Sulphuric Acid
(b) Concentrated Nitric Acid 5
OR
A metal does not corrode when left exposed to air. It also occurs in nature in its oxide form and is used
in thermit reaction.
(i) Identify the metal.
(ii) Describe the method used to enrich chief ore of this metal.
(iii) Give two balanced chemical reactions in which this metal acts as a reducing agent.
SECTION — B
17. How many pairs of hepatic caeca are present in a grasshopper ? 1
18. Choose the non-biodegradable pollutants out of : domestic waste, plastics, radioactive waste, paper. 1
19. List two causes of depletion of ozone layer. Mention any two harmful effects of depletion of this layer.2
20. State two vital functions of human kidney. 2
OR
Name four blood groups in human beings. State the possibility of blood donation by each group. 2
21. In what three ways respiration in plants differs from respiration in animals ? 3
22. Explain the terms (i) reflex action, (ii) reflex arc. Give two suitable examples of reflex action. 3
23. How many ‘x’ chromosomes are present in the body cells of humans in a (i) male and (ii) female ?
Describe the role of sex chromosomes in deciding the sex of the child. 3
OR
Define the terms (i) heredity, (ii) variation. What is the science of heredity and variation called ? Mention
the contribution of Mendel in explaining the pattern of inheritance.
24. Draw the diagram of reproductive system of human female. Label fallopian tube, uterus, cervix and
vagina. What is ovulation and when does it take place during the menstrual cycle ? Where does fertilization
take place ? 5
General Instructions :
1. The question paper comprises of two sections A and B. You are to attempt both the sections.
2. The candidates are advised to attempt all the questions of Section A separately and Section B separately.
3. All questions are compulsory.
4. There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in two questions of five marks
category in Section A and one question of 2 marks category and one question of 3 marks category in
section B. You are to attempt only one option in such questions.
5. Marks allocated to each question are indicated against it.
6. Questions 1 to 4 in Section A and 17, 18 in Section B are very short answer questions. These are to be
answered in one word or one sentence only.
7. Questions 5 to 8 in Section A and 19, 20 in Section B are short answer questions. These are to be
answered in about 30 – 40 words each.
8. Questions 9 to 14 in Section A and 21 to 23 in Section B are also short answer questions. These are to
be answered in about 40 – 50 words each.
9. Questions 15, 16 in Section A and 24 in Section B are long answer questions. These are to be answered
in about 70 words each.
SECTION — A
1. Which effect of electric current is used in coating nickel on an iron screw ? 1
2. How did the people in ancient days mark time on a clear night ? 1
3. Three solutions A, B and C have pH 2, 4 and 6 respectively. Which of the three solutions has maximum
acid strength ? 1
4. Why is a negative sign used in the rate expression for the rate of a chemical reaction ? 1
5. You are given two fuse wires A and B with current rating 2A and 5A respectively. Which of the two
wires would you select for use with a 1000W, 220V room heater ? Justify your answer. 2
6. State the law which relates the speed of recession of a galaxy to its distance from the earth. Represent
the relation given by the law graphically. 2
7. A yellowish-white powder which smells of chlorine readily loses chlorine on exposure to air. It is also
used for bleaching cotton and for disinfecting water. 2
(i) Identify the yellowish white powder compound.
(ii) Write balanced chemical equation representing the reaction involved in its manufacture.
8. Beside Baking Soda, what other ingradient does backing powder contain ? What is the role of baking
powder in making of bread and cakes. 2
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9. What is a wind energy farm ? Why is it essential to locate wind energy farms at specific locations ? List
two limitations in harnessing wind energy. 3
10. Describe with a neat diagram an activity to show that a straight conductor carrying direct current
produces a magentic field around it. State the rule which determines the direction of the magnetic field
thus produced. 3
11. A person is unable to see the objects beyond 2m clearly. Name the defect of vision he is suffering from.
List two causes due of which this defect may arise. Draw ray diagrams to show : 3
(i) This defect of vision.
(ii) Correction of this defect using appropriate lens.
12. What happens when : 3
(i) Calcium reacts with water
(ii) Iron reacts with steam
(iii) Magnesium reacts with hot water
(iv) Sodium reacts with water.
13. Name the gas which is hydride of a non-metal, has a characteristic pungent smell and is used in the
manufacture of fertilizers, nitric acid and polymer. Draw a flow diagram with conditions involved to
represent the manufacture of this gas. 3
14. What is an alloy ? Write the constituents of Duralumin, and Bronze. Give one use of each of them
specifying the property on which it is based. 3
15. State the law which governs the strength of the current passing through a metallic conductor when a
potential difference is applied across its ends. Illustrate this law graphically.
Three resistors each of resistance 10 ohm are connected, in turn, to obtain 5
(i) minimum resistance
(ii) maximum resistance
Compute
(a) the effective resistance in each case
(b) the ratio of the minimum to the maximum resistance so obtained.
OR
State the law which governs the amount of heat produced in a metallic conductor when electric current
is passed through it for a given time. Express this law mathematically.
Two resistors of resistance 2 ohm and 4 ohm are, in turn, connected
(i) in series
(ii) in parallel to a given battery for same time interval.
compute the ratio of the total quantity of heat produced in the combination in the two cases.
16. A yellow non-metal brittle in nature, can be mined and is soluble in carbon disulphide.
(i) Identify this non-metal
(ii) Name its two allotropes
(iii) How many atoms are present in its catenated molecule ?
(iv) Write chemical equations to represent the reaction of this element with —
(a) Concentrated Sulphuric Acid
(b) Concentrated Nitric Acid 5
OR
A metal does not corrode when left exposed to air. It also occurs in nature in its oxide form and is used
in thermit reaction.
(i) Identify the metal.
(ii) Describe the method used to enrich chief ore of this metal.
(iii) Give two balanced chemical reactions in which this metal acts as a reducing agent.
SECTION — B
17. How many pairs of hepatic caeca are present in a grasshopper ? 1
18. Choose the non-biodegradable pollutants out of : domestic waste, plastics, radioactive waste, paper. 1
19. List two causes of depletion of ozone layer. Mention any two harmful effects of depletion of this layer.2
20. State two vital functions of human kidney. 2
OR
Name four blood groups in human beings. State the possibility of blood donation by each group. 2
21. In what three ways respiration in plants differs from respiration in animals ? 3
22. Explain the terms (i) reflex action, (ii) reflex arc. Give two suitable examples of reflex action. 3
23. How many ‘x’ chromosomes are present in the body cells of humans in a (i) male and (ii) female ?
Describe the role of sex chromosomes in deciding the sex of the child. 3
OR
Define the terms (i) heredity, (ii) variation. What is the science of heredity and variation called ? Mention
the contribution of Mendel in explaining the pattern of inheritance.
24. Draw the diagram of reproductive system of human female. Label fallopian tube, uterus, cervix and
vagina. What is ovulation and when does it take place during the menstrual cycle ? Where does fertilization
take place ? 5
Saturday, February 17, 2007
SAMPLE PAPER 1 (SOCIAL SC.(CLASS X))
FROM TODAY EVERY POST CONTAIN A SINGLE SAMPLE PAPER. ALL THE VERY BEST 4 EXAM'S
Time allowed :3 hours Maximum Marks: 80
General instructions:
1. Answer to questions carrying 2 marks should not exceed 30 words each.
2. Answer to questions carrying 4 marks should not exceed 60-80 words each.
3. Answer to questions carrying 6 marks should not exceed 100-125 words each.
4. Maps should be securely tied in the middle of the Answer-Book.
5. Attempt all parts of a question together.
6. Stencils or templates for drawing outline maps may be used wherever necessary.
Q.1. State the main difference of opinion between Anglicists and the Orientalists about
imparting modern education in India in the early 19th century. 1+1 =2
Q.2 Name the two new languages introduced by the Turks and the Mughals. Which one of
these became the court language of Mughals? 1/2 + 1/2 + 1=2
Q.3 State any one striking feature of the Mauryan age Pillars. Name the pillar where this
feature is found. 1+1=2
Q.4 Explain any two limitations of the social reform movements of the 19th century. 1+1=2
Q.5 How does international trade contribute to the economic development of our country?
Explain two points. 2x 1=2
Q.6 Explain two examples to show how the physical factors have influenced the
distribution pattern of the railway network in India. 2xl =2
202
Q.7 Study the map given below and answer the questions that follow:
(7.1) Name the two states having very high percentage of net sown area under irrigation
(7.2) Why do these States have largest area under irrigation? Give any one reason. 1+1=2
For blind candidates only in lieu of question no..7
(7.1) Name the two states which have the highest percentage of net sown area under irrigation.
(7.2) Why do these states have highest percentage area under irrigation? 1+1=2
Q.8 What is meant by liberalisation ? Give two points. 2x1=2
Q.9 Mention any four ways by which consumers are exploited by manufacturers and traders. 4x½=2
Q.10 Give two examples to prove that Govt. has taken several measures for gender 2xI =2
empowerment after Independence.
203
Q.11 State any two mitigation measures that could be adopted by people living in the
Tsunami prone area. 2x1=2
Q.12 Suggest any four appropriate first-aid steps for bringing an unconscious
person back to normal condition. 4x½ =2
Q.13 Analyse any four factors which contributed in the rise of extremism in India in the
early twentieth century. 4xl=4
OR
Give any four arguments to prove that the rise of communalism hampered
Indian National Movement
Q.14 Describe any four major drawbacks of Indian agriculture. 4xI= 4
OR
Describe the temperature and rainfall requirements for the cultivation of rice and
name the four major producing states of this crop in India. 1+1+2=4
Q.15 Name four types of coal found in India. Also state one characteristic of each
type of coal. 2+2=4
Q.16 Why are cotton textile mills spread all over India? Explain four reasons with
suitable examples. 4+1=4
Q.17 State any two main causes for the rapid rise in prices of goods in India. What fiscal
measures are taken by the Government of India to check it? 2+2=4
Q.18 Explain briefly any two measures taken by the Government of India to alleviate poverty. 2x2=4
OR
Explain any two main types of unemployment in India. 2x2=4
Q.19 Explain any two efforts made by India in making peace with Pakistan. 2x2=4
Q.20 Explain any four points regarding the role of satellite based communication system
for Disaster Management. 4x 1 =4
Q.21 Why did Lord Curzon partition Bengal? Give two reasons. Explain any four ways
by which people reacted to it. 2+4=6
OR
Why did Gandhiji start Civil Disobedience Movement in 1930? Give two reasons. Also
explain four points regarding the significance of this movement with suitable examples. 2+4=6
Q.22 Explain the concept of resources. Why is it necessary to conserve resources ?
Suggest four measures to avoid land degradation. 1+1+4=6
OR
Explain six major points of the National Forest Policy adopted by the Government
of India to solve the problem of conservation of forest. 6x1 =6
204
Q.23 "Communalism is a threat to the unity and harmony of our country." Support the
statement by giving any three suitable examples. 3x2=6
OR
"Casteism is a great threat to the Unity and Integrity of India".
Explain any three ill-effects of it 3x2=6
Q.24 (a) On the given political outline map of India.
(1) A place is shown by no. I where Jallianwala Bagh incident took place. Write the
correct name of the place on the line drawn on the map.
(2) On the same map shade and name the State where Akbar built a fort in India. 2x1=2
Attach the map in your answer book
Map for Q. No. 24 (a)
Q.24(b) On the given outline political map of India are shown two geographical features by
A and B. Identify these features with the help of map key and write their correct
names on the line marked against each in the map. 2x1 =2
205
Q.24( c) On the same given outline political map of India, locate and label the following features
and attach the map in your answer book:
(1) Narora Nuclear Power Station
(2) Bhilai Iron and Steel Plant. 2 x 1 = 2
Map for Q. No. 24 (b) and (c)
For Blind candidates only in lieu of O.no.24(a). 24(b) and 24(c)
Q. 24 Write the correct name for each of the following:
(a) The city where the Jallianwala Bagh incident took place.
(b) The State where Akbar built a fort.
(c) The nuclear power station located in Uttar Pradesh.
(d) The iron and steel plant located in Chhattisgarh.
(e) The northern most international airport of India.
(f) The eastern most software technology park of India. 6xI=6
Time allowed :3 hours Maximum Marks: 80
General instructions:
1. Answer to questions carrying 2 marks should not exceed 30 words each.
2. Answer to questions carrying 4 marks should not exceed 60-80 words each.
3. Answer to questions carrying 6 marks should not exceed 100-125 words each.
4. Maps should be securely tied in the middle of the Answer-Book.
5. Attempt all parts of a question together.
6. Stencils or templates for drawing outline maps may be used wherever necessary.
Q.1. State the main difference of opinion between Anglicists and the Orientalists about
imparting modern education in India in the early 19th century. 1+1 =2
Q.2 Name the two new languages introduced by the Turks and the Mughals. Which one of
these became the court language of Mughals? 1/2 + 1/2 + 1=2
Q.3 State any one striking feature of the Mauryan age Pillars. Name the pillar where this
feature is found. 1+1=2
Q.4 Explain any two limitations of the social reform movements of the 19th century. 1+1=2
Q.5 How does international trade contribute to the economic development of our country?
Explain two points. 2x 1=2
Q.6 Explain two examples to show how the physical factors have influenced the
distribution pattern of the railway network in India. 2xl =2
202
Q.7 Study the map given below and answer the questions that follow:
(7.1) Name the two states having very high percentage of net sown area under irrigation
(7.2) Why do these States have largest area under irrigation? Give any one reason. 1+1=2
For blind candidates only in lieu of question no..7
(7.1) Name the two states which have the highest percentage of net sown area under irrigation.
(7.2) Why do these states have highest percentage area under irrigation? 1+1=2
Q.8 What is meant by liberalisation ? Give two points. 2x1=2
Q.9 Mention any four ways by which consumers are exploited by manufacturers and traders. 4x½=2
Q.10 Give two examples to prove that Govt. has taken several measures for gender 2xI =2
empowerment after Independence.
203
Q.11 State any two mitigation measures that could be adopted by people living in the
Tsunami prone area. 2x1=2
Q.12 Suggest any four appropriate first-aid steps for bringing an unconscious
person back to normal condition. 4x½ =2
Q.13 Analyse any four factors which contributed in the rise of extremism in India in the
early twentieth century. 4xl=4
OR
Give any four arguments to prove that the rise of communalism hampered
Indian National Movement
Q.14 Describe any four major drawbacks of Indian agriculture. 4xI= 4
OR
Describe the temperature and rainfall requirements for the cultivation of rice and
name the four major producing states of this crop in India. 1+1+2=4
Q.15 Name four types of coal found in India. Also state one characteristic of each
type of coal. 2+2=4
Q.16 Why are cotton textile mills spread all over India? Explain four reasons with
suitable examples. 4+1=4
Q.17 State any two main causes for the rapid rise in prices of goods in India. What fiscal
measures are taken by the Government of India to check it? 2+2=4
Q.18 Explain briefly any two measures taken by the Government of India to alleviate poverty. 2x2=4
OR
Explain any two main types of unemployment in India. 2x2=4
Q.19 Explain any two efforts made by India in making peace with Pakistan. 2x2=4
Q.20 Explain any four points regarding the role of satellite based communication system
for Disaster Management. 4x 1 =4
Q.21 Why did Lord Curzon partition Bengal? Give two reasons. Explain any four ways
by which people reacted to it. 2+4=6
OR
Why did Gandhiji start Civil Disobedience Movement in 1930? Give two reasons. Also
explain four points regarding the significance of this movement with suitable examples. 2+4=6
Q.22 Explain the concept of resources. Why is it necessary to conserve resources ?
Suggest four measures to avoid land degradation. 1+1+4=6
OR
Explain six major points of the National Forest Policy adopted by the Government
of India to solve the problem of conservation of forest. 6x1 =6
204
Q.23 "Communalism is a threat to the unity and harmony of our country." Support the
statement by giving any three suitable examples. 3x2=6
OR
"Casteism is a great threat to the Unity and Integrity of India".
Explain any three ill-effects of it 3x2=6
Q.24 (a) On the given political outline map of India.
(1) A place is shown by no. I where Jallianwala Bagh incident took place. Write the
correct name of the place on the line drawn on the map.
(2) On the same map shade and name the State where Akbar built a fort in India. 2x1=2
Attach the map in your answer book
Map for Q. No. 24 (a)
Q.24(b) On the given outline political map of India are shown two geographical features by
A and B. Identify these features with the help of map key and write their correct
names on the line marked against each in the map. 2x1 =2
205
Q.24( c) On the same given outline political map of India, locate and label the following features
and attach the map in your answer book:
(1) Narora Nuclear Power Station
(2) Bhilai Iron and Steel Plant. 2 x 1 = 2
Map for Q. No. 24 (b) and (c)
For Blind candidates only in lieu of O.no.24(a). 24(b) and 24(c)
Q. 24 Write the correct name for each of the following:
(a) The city where the Jallianwala Bagh incident took place.
(b) The State where Akbar built a fort.
(c) The nuclear power station located in Uttar Pradesh.
(d) The iron and steel plant located in Chhattisgarh.
(e) The northern most international airport of India.
(f) The eastern most software technology park of India. 6xI=6
Friday, February 16, 2007
BOARD BUSTERS
When it comes to board exams,students face a lot of pressure from parents,coaching classes,even friends.
Some Do’s n Don’t’s 4 students ---------
1.Study with complete concentration for 45 minutes and then take a break of 15
minutes.
2.Before beginning to revise a chapter,select the number of chapters u r going to
revise.
3.Start with the difficult chapter,take a break of 15 minutes,follow it up with the
easy one and so on.
4.Schedule two subjects per day.
5.Use a lot of colours to highlight chemical formulae,history dates and
mathematical formulae.
6.Repeat positive statements and avoid statements like ‘I hate math’ or Marathi or
any other subject. The subconscious mind does not help concentrate if we begin to
study or revise with a negative mindset.
7.While studying, sit in an erect position with good support, pace in between but
never be in an inclined position. The mind in condition to rest in an inclined
position.
8.Listen to very soft music while practicing math.
9.Avoid junk food as this creates acidity,which disturbs concentration.
10.Get adequate sleep.
11.Repeat positive statement’s in your mind.
Some Do’s n Don’t’s 4 students ---------
1.Study with complete concentration for 45 minutes and then take a break of 15
minutes.
2.Before beginning to revise a chapter,select the number of chapters u r going to
revise.
3.Start with the difficult chapter,take a break of 15 minutes,follow it up with the
easy one and so on.
4.Schedule two subjects per day.
5.Use a lot of colours to highlight chemical formulae,history dates and
mathematical formulae.
6.Repeat positive statements and avoid statements like ‘I hate math’ or Marathi or
any other subject. The subconscious mind does not help concentrate if we begin to
study or revise with a negative mindset.
7.While studying, sit in an erect position with good support, pace in between but
never be in an inclined position. The mind in condition to rest in an inclined
position.
8.Listen to very soft music while practicing math.
9.Avoid junk food as this creates acidity,which disturbs concentration.
10.Get adequate sleep.
11.Repeat positive statement’s in your mind.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
CBSE EXAM
ALL THE VERY BEST 4 COMING EXAM'S
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For providing information like past q-paper, sample paper etc.,here i include list of some sites. They r -------
1 www.srikumar.com/education/question_papers.htm
2 www.thisismyindia.com/education/cbse-board.html
3 www.compassbox.com
4 www.yuvajobs.com/education/paper.asp
5 www.cbsemath.com
6 sample-papers.cbse4india.com
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