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A UNSEEN PASSAGES

FACTUAL PASSAGES

WORKSHEET-1Ans. 1 : (a) ripe fruit, leaves and seeds

(b) amount of physical activity(c) don’t get sufficient food/ have less energy (d) they provide information about our evolution(e) not foreseen(f) the most intelligent(g) Sumatran orangutans(h) human activities (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-2Ans. 1 : (a) Invention of the computers (b) Solve mathematical problems / put thousands of unrelated facts in order. (c) Providing information in the best way to prevent traffic jams/used in industries / used

in universities / carry out complicated work in all branches of learning (Any one). (d) It is the process by which machines can be used to work for us. (e) They need detailed instructions from human beings to operate/cannot make decisions

of their own (Any one). (f) They will enable people who do not share a common language to talk to each other

without any difficulty / to read foreign publications (Any one). (g) Computers would be developed which would be small enough to carry in the pocket.

/ Ordinary people would be able to use these pocket computers to obtain valuable information. / Computers could be plugged into a national network and can be used like radios (Any one).

(h) People can be informed about the weather conditions / Car drivers can be given alternative routes when there are traffic jams / Make tiny translating machines

(Any one). 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-3Ans. 1 : (a) seeds

(b) wherever there are humans(c) kinds(d) rarely build their nests in high places(e) Both parents(f) dust, water or snow(g) social activity (h) predators (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 8 = 8

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P-2 E N G L I S H C O M M U N I C A T I V E – X

WORKSHEET-4Ans. 1 : (a) Nebraska and Indiana

(b) Native Americans first discovered popcorn (c) January 19 (d) In 1519, when he met the Aztecs(e) with sugar and cream(f) Charles Cretors of Chicago, Illinois(g) October(h) Native (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-5Ans. 1 : (a) 60%

(b) people are conscious of preserving environment/ it is environmental friendly(c) regenerates easily/grows fastest(d) take 40 - 50 years to regenerate(e) there is more soil erosion(f) undependable/ unreliable (g) resource depletion, habitat loss, species extinction, pollution (Any two)(h) bamboo (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-6Ans. 1 : (a) drawing, painting and selling pictures to neighbours and family friends. (b) because he was underage. (c) got him a job at the Pesmen-Rubin Art Studio, where he met cartoonist Ubbe Eert

Iwwerks, better known as Ub Iwerks. (d) he made commercials based on cutout animation. (e) Fred Harman. (f) to screen their cartoons, which they called Laugh-O-Grams. (g) A series of seven-minute fairy tales that combined both live action and animation, which

they called Alice in the Cartoonland. (h) to distribute their Alice cartoons. 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-7Ans. 1 : (a) Man always sees the tiger as the symbol of pride, his deepest fears, desires and

aspirations.(b) The tiger is admired for its lithe muscles, courage and beauty.(c) The fat in the tiger’s body is used to cure rheumatism.(d) They have forelimbs and broad shoulders, with the help of which tigers grapple their

prey and hold onto it with the retractable, long claws of their broad forepaws.(e) No tiger has stripes that resemble other counter-parts i.e. each one has its own unique

stripes.


(f) The black stripes of tigers serve as a natural camouflage by hiding them amongst the dappled shadows and the long grasses of their surroundings.

(g) Tigers have become extinct in Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, and the Indus Valley of Pakistan.

(h) Tigers have become an endangered species due to extreme hunting and poaching by human beings. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-8Ans. 1 : Expected Answers/Value Points of Test Item :

(a) In Europe.(b) The king.(c) It makes the mind stronger and is an exercise for the brain.(d) It is comparable to life and chess skills are useful in living life.(e) A type of chess with short time limits.(f) Players only have ten minutes to play.(g) 1970.(h) Computers made mistakes earlier but have improved enough to beat people.

(CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 8 = 8

Detailed Answers (a) Modern chess originated in Europe. (b) The King is the most important piece in chess. (c) It makes the mind stronger and is an exercise for the brain. It is like a workout for the

brain. (d) Chess and life are comparable and moves in chess are like skills which are useful in life. (e) Blitz chess is a type of chess with short time limits. (f) Each player gets ten minutes in blitz chess to use for the whole game. (g) The computers started playing chess in 1970. (h) At first computer chess programs didn’t work well. They made mistakes but with the

passage of time, computers have improved enough to beat people. 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-9Ans. 1 : (a) To provide comfort and ease by fulfiling basic needs.

(b) Improved/better standard of living and they will have more leisure.(c) When basic needs are satisfied/ taken care of, then there will be no need for domestic

servants.(d) Relieves us completely from (daily) household work thus, leaving enough time for

leisure- happiness.(e) Programmed as per one’s requirement with set instructions into it.(f) It can operate other than the more specialized machines like vacuum cleaner and

washing machine.(g) It is an individual choice.(h) Technology is a boon providing happiness which is a must in our life and leisure is

freedom to choose a pasttime or enjoyable activity. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-10Ans. 1 : (a) Rural Development

(b) Pessimism in the villages.(c) Where the standard of living is pathetic.(d) The country comprised mainly of stagnating villages-hence immediate development

required i.e. Rural Development.(e) The commercial and industrial exploitation.(f) Just like parasites, preying and debilitating the country. Just the opposite of ancient

cities.(g) Cities that were the product of western colonialism.(h) (i) Posh areas where the affluent lived. (ii) Vast majority lived in the vast ocean of dirt.(CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-11Ans. 1 : (a) elite teams of. (b) faeces floating on the surface of water. (c) invasion. (d) is extremely energetic with an excessive play drive. (e) a ball game. (f) The obsessive, high energy personalities. (g) conservation research. (h) painless killing. 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-12Ans. 1 : (a) themselves in water upto the chest; attempt to drown the attacker by holding him

under water.(b) carry them over the ground / jump more than 9 meters at a time / kick their adversaries.(c) big-footed marsupials / also found in Tasmania and New Guinea / capable of speeding

up to 88 km/h for short distances.(d) scratch themselves / clean their fur / to hold branches while they eat leaves.(e) beating on the ground with their hind feet.(f) to take naps in the afternoon and do most of their grazing at night / spit bath / to drool

and lick saliva all over their faces and bodies.(g) balance and support themselves when they sit or fight with the other kangaroos.(h) mother’s pouch; eat, sleep and grow there for the next 225 days. 1 × 8 = 8 (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014)

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WORKSHEET-13Ans. 1 : (a) a rough-hewn woman and her ancient mother. (b) older dogs were somebody else’s charity case. (c) jumped up and excitedly licked the author’s fingers through the fencing.


(d) would not touch the crust on the floor. (e) to buy a dog of their own. (f) the author’s father cried. 1 × 6 = 6Ans. 2 : (a) persistent pleas. (b) collapsing. 1 × 2 = 2

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WORKSHEET-14Ans. 1 : (a) equally nutritious.

(b) exporters of organic food.(c) not buying organic food.(d) milk is sold at a higher price as it is believed that it has more nutritional value.(e) is laughing at them.(f) it is less contaminated with pesticides.(g) adulterated.

(h) indulge. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 1 × 8 = 8

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WORKSHEET-15Ans. 1 : (a) Many cities in India accurately mirror Fredrich Engels’ description of the urban centres

in the nineteenth century in England even today.(b) exposed the depths of urban decay in India. 1 × 2 = 2

Ans. 2 : (a) attention(b) dependency(c) facilitate(d) needs 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 3 : (a) census(b) stagnant (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 1 × 2 = 2

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DISCURSIVE PASSAGE

WORKSHEET-16Ans. 1 : (a) fear of things going wrong; the presence of Gita Dutt, a legendary singer

(b) Geeta Dutt smiled, held Kavita’s hand and praised her for her singing ability (c) gave her the much needed encouragement and valuable advice(d) “Hawa Hawaii” and “Karte Hain Hum Pyar Mr India se” 2 × 4 = 8 (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016)

Ans. 2 : (a) (iv) famous(b) (iii) difficulty(c) (i) understanding(d) (i) association (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-17Ans. 1 : (a) Prayatna; Bhopal

(b) wildlife tourism was saving tigers-safety for tigers; best anti-poaching mechanism.(c) wildlife tourism provides livelihood to people living around tiger reserves; brings

economic value to the area(d) the forest area would be put to commercial use-mining, farming, industry (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2 × 4 = 8

Ans. 2 : (a) (ii) essential(b) (i) preservation(c) (iii) safety(d) (ii) option (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-18Ans. 1 : (a) when power outstrips ability

(b) by the way in which it will serve the interests of the common man in the matter of food, clothing and shelter

(c) great contribution which India will make to the promotion of world peace and welfare of mankind.

(d) for vishva kalyana, peace and welfare of mankind (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2 × 4 = 8

Ans. 2 : (a) (iii) outstrips (b) (iii) nepotism(c) (i) consumption(d) (ii) peace (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-19Ans. 1 : (a) to be ready for a leap

(b) saw a man’s cub holding a low branch(c) naked brown baby, soft and dimpled (d) Pushed his way between the wolf cubs to get close to their warm hide


Ans. 2 : (a) (i) brave(b) (ii) jump(c) (iii) completely(d) (iv) downhill (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-20Ans. 1 : (a) twice the vitamin C of an orange, as much potassium as a banana and the fiber of a bowl

of whole grain cereal-all for less than 100 calories ! (b) as Rutgers University researchers found that kiwifruit has the best nutrient density of

21 commonly consumed fruits


(c) by supplying your eyes with the protective lutein, a carotenoid that gets concentrated in eye tissues and helps protect against harmful free radicals

(d) let it ripen at room temperature for three to five days 2 × 4 = 8Ans. 2 : (a) (ii) mixture (b) (i) strong (c) (iv) discoloured (d) (i) Sweet 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-21Ans. 1 : (a) Based on your communication skills people will judge, evaluate, promote or block you.

You can get far ahead of your colleagues.(b) Observe good communicators; adopt their styles and traits; develop the habit of

listening to yourself; learn from every interaction. (Any two) (c) Avoid grammatical errors while communicating. / Avoid communicating while in an

emotional state./Avoid speaking too fast. (Any two) (d) Not all jokes are funny. Jokes should not be offensive. Never say anything to offend.

Avoid offending people. (Any two)(CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 2 × 4 = 8

Ans. 2 : (a) (i) estimate (b) (iii) quality (c) (ii) speak (d) (iii) trouble (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-22Ans. 1 : (a) Places where it rains only once in a century.

(b) That it was green once, beneath the Sahara are vast aquifers of the fresh water.(c) Increased blast of sunlight during the summer months caused African monsoon to shift

to the North 10,000 years ago.(d) No one knows, how human driven climate will change-scientists will be pondering.


Ans. 2 : (a) (iv) fossils(b) (i) geologists(c) (i) evaporate(d) (i) discovery (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-23Ans. 1 : (a) She realized that she left after the maid had departed for the day so the maid could not

have left the door unlocked.(b) The lady shows great presence of mind in taking precautions before she enters the flat.

She goes to the basement to get the porter because she wants to have someone with her. She suspects that the burglars might still be hiding in the flat.


(c) When the old lady walked slowly into the hall she at once noticed that all the room doors were open, yet following her regular practice, she had shut them before going out. Looking into the drawing room, she saw a scene of confusion on her writing desk.

(d) Her legs were trembling and she was feeling weak (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 2 × 4 = 8

Ans. 2 : (a) (ii) worried(b) (iv) turned upside down(c) (i) inclined(d) (iii) significant (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 4 = 4

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P-9

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S O L U T I O N S

LETTER WRITING

1. LETTER OF COMPLAINT

WORKSHEET-24Ans. 1 : 57, Krishna Nagar colony New Delhi 6 April 20 XX The Sales Manager Digital world XYZ street New Delhi Subject : Complaint against Washing Machine Sir, I regret to inform you that I had purchased a Washing Machine from your showroom on

8th February 20 XX but it has stopped functioning properly though it is still in the warranty period. The drier is not working and the clothes remain dripping well even after the spin dry function of the machine is over. Through this letter of mine I request you to replace the washing machine as it is still in the warranty period.

I look forward to an early action from your end. Thanking You Yours Sincerely Madhur 8Ans. 2 : 126 Nehru Nagar Gurgaon 7 April 20XX The Manager Electronics India Gurgaon Subject : Complaint against Mobile phone Sir, This is with reference to a mobile phone that I had bought from your shop vide bill no. AD

7540 dated 11th January 20XX. I regret to inform you that the touch system of the mobile is not functioning properly and the mobile is of no use to me now. I am unable to operate any function in the mobile.

Through this letter I request you to look into the matter and replace the mobile. An early action from your end will be highly appreciated.

Thanking you Yours Sincerely Sadhna 8

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WORKSHEET-25Ans. 1 : 218 XYZ street Noida 18 March 20xx The Manager


Ashok Watch Company Noida Subject : Complaint against defective alarm clock Sir, With reference to our bill no. BF 0325 dated 16 December 20xx, I would like to complain

about an alarm clock that I bought from your shop. I regret to inform you that it is not working properly as it lags one hour behind the time and so does not serve the purpose for which I had bought it.

I request you to either replace the alarm-clock or repair it so that I may take advantage of the alarm system.

I hope you will take quick action against it. Thanking you Yours Sincerely Varun 8Ans. 2 : Ajanta Public School Kanpur 15 April 20xx The Manager Khanna Book Depot Kanpur Subject : Complaint Against Defective Books Sir, Through this letter I wish to inform you that we had placed a bulk order of books for the

school library. We received the parcel today and were surprised to find that the books sent were defective. Many of the books had torn pages inside and the quality of the printing is also not good.

I request you to replace the same as we can’t issue such books to the students. They are of no use to us. Kindly look into the matter and replace the books as early as possible.

Thanking You Yours Sincerely K. Malik (Head Librarian) 8

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2. LETTER OF INQUIRY

WORKSHEET-26Ans. 1 : 59 Indrapuram Meerut 16 May 20xx The Manager Help Desk Services New Delhi Subject : Enquiry Regarding Accomodation Sir, With reference to your advertisement in The Times of India dated 10 may 20xx regarding

the facility of paying guest services provided by you, I would like you to furnish certain details. I am a student of class X and have joined a coaching centre in New Delhi. I need an accomodation as paying guest for two months i. e. May and June.


Kindly let me know whether you provide single or twin sharing in rooms, monthly charges, transport facility and the power supply /power back up facility provided by you. I shall be obliged if you send the details at the earliest so that I can shift and join my classes.

Thanking you. Yours Sincerely Kartika 8Ans. 2 : 504 Nehru Nagar Bhopal 6 February 20xx The Manager Toppers’ Coaching Noida Subject : Enquiring about the Coaching Classes Sir, I am a student of class X appearing in Board Examination in the month of March 20xx. I

wish to appear in JEE and would like to join your classes for the preparation of JEE. Kindly furnish the following details :

l The duration of the course l Fee structure l Hostel facility l Mode of payment I shall be grateful if you would send the details asked above at the earliest. I request you to

send me prospectus or any other detailed relevant information. Thanking you Yours Sincerely Chaitnya. 8

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WORKSHEET-27Ans. 1 : ABC Public school Pune 9 September 20xx The Manager Aradhya Tours and Travels Pune Subject : Enquiry Regarding Conducted Tours Sir Through this letter of mine, we wish to enquire about the tours organised by you as we are

planning a five day educational trip to Jaipur for the students of class IX and X. Please let us know the terms and conditions of the conducted tours by you, the charges

including boarding/ lodging, the fare, Volvo bus service and any other relevant information. We request you to give a reasonable discount as well because it is an educational trip. We will appreciate if you send us printed material or brochure of your conducted tours.

Thanking you Yours Sincerely Jatin 8


Ans. 2 : 87 XYZ street Chennai 10 May 20XX The Director Unique Computer Chennai Subject : Enquiry Regarding Short Term Course Sir, With reference to you advertisement in Indian Express dated 8 may 20xx, I would like to

enquire about the C++ course offered by you. I am a student of class X and would like to join the short term course in C++ during the vacations. Kindly give me the following information regarding the course.

l The duration of the course l The fee structure l Number of students in each batch l Eligibility criteria l Mode of payment. I request you to send the reply at the earliest. Thanking you Yours sincerely

Shreyas 8

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3. LETTER OF PLACING ORDER

WORKSHEET-28Ans. 1 : Modern Public School

Ghaziabad

31 March 20xx

The Manager

Chawla Sports

New Delhi

Subject : Order for Sports Articles

Sir,

Through this letter of mine, we wish to place a bulk order of sports articles required by our school. The particulars of items are as follows.

S. No Particular No. Of Items

1. Basketballs 6

2. Footballs 8

3. Badminton racquets 2 dozen

4. Cricket bats 1 dozen

5. Cricket balls 1 dozen

6. Gloves 1 dozen

7. Hockey sticks 10


Please let us know the mode of payment and the discount offered by you on bulk order. Expecting your reply at the earliest.

Thanking you

Yours Sincerely

Aryan

(Sports Incharge) 8

Ans. 2 : Horizon Public School

Kanpur

16 March 20xx

The Sales Manager

Rajesh Electronics limited

New Delhi

Subject : Placing an order for Computers

Sir,

Through this letter, we wish to inform you that we are interested in buying computers for our computer lab in this new session. Kindly send us 20 sets of computers with following features :

l Window 8

l 26” LED screen

l RAM with more than 1 GB

l Internal storage more than 500 GB

Since the new session will begin in April, we wish to receive these sets computers at the earliest. Kindly let us know the discount permissible on bulk order and the mode of payment.

Thanking you

Yours Sincerely

Brinda

(H O D) Computer Deptt.) 8

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WORKSHEET-29Ans. 1 : Zenith Public School Noida 17 March 20xx The Sales Manager English Book Shop Gurgaon Subject : Place an Order for Books Sir, With reference to your quotation and catalogue dated 8th March 20xx, we wish to place an

order of books for the school library. The details of the books are as follows :


S.No. Name of the books Author/Publisher No. of cop-ies

1. Julius Caesar William Shakespeare 6

2. English communicative class IX & X

Prescribed by CBSE 6

3. Gulliver's Travels Jonathan Swift 6

4. Three men in a boat Jerome k. Jerome 6

5. The invisible man H. G. Wells 10

6. Encyclopedia 4

7. Oxford dictionary 3

8. New world Atlas 6

9. India Wins Freedom M. A . Q. Azad 10

Please ensure that the books are in good condition and the order must reach us latest by 20 April 20xx.

Thanking you in anticipation.

Yours Sincerely

Aryan

(Head librarian) 8

Ans. 2 : Hotel Rainbow

Meerut

21 April 20xx

The Sales Manager

Maurya limited

New Delhi

Subject : Placing on order

Sir,

Through this letter, we wish to place a bulk order for our hotel. The list of items are as follows :

S.No. Items No. of Items

1. Split AC 6

2. Window AC 1 ton 6

3. Window AC 1.5 ton 4

4. Ceiling fans 10

5. CFLs 2 dozen

Kindly let us know the discount offered on bulk order and the mode of payment. We hope that the items received will be in good condition and will reach us latest by 7th May 20xx.

Thanking you

Yours Sincerely

Rajat

(Administrative Officer) 8

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4. LETTER TO THE EDITOR

WORKSHEET-30Ans. 1 : 112 Bank Street Agra 17 May 20XX The Editor The Times of India New Delhi Subject : Evaluation System Sir, Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw your attention towards

the evaluation system which is prevalent these days in all the schools. The evaluation is done round the year through some short pen-paper tests and project

work. The students feel burdened with the project work that is given in all the subjects. Sometimes, the students can’t appear in the short tests due to their illness or some family functions, but their absence affects their result. On the other hand, two pen-paper tests help the teachers to find out the weak areas of a particular child and thus, can help them in improving that particular area or subject.

I hope that you will publish this letter in your newspaper so that the concerned authorities give it a thought again and take the decision accordingly.

Thanking you Yours sincerely Aarti 8

Ans. 2 : Value Points : Reasons for overdependence l Easily accessible l More practice l Schools don‘t prepare specifically for entrance examinations l Coaching institutes make tall claims to their results How to check this trend l by making sure that teaching in the school classroom is competitive examination

oriented too l more materials for practice provided. l school classrooms should be better equipped l interesting environment must be created l conduct mock tests for entrance examinations at schools. l pay more attention to individual problems (any other relevant point) 8

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Detailed Answer : F-114 Mall Road, Agra 24 July 20 XX The Editor The Hindu Agra Subject : Increasing Dependence on the Coaching Institutions


Sir, Through the columns of your reputed newspaper I wish to draw the attention of the general

public towards the increasing dependence of students on the coaching institutes. It has generally been observed that students rely more on coaching institutions than on schools. The reason behind this is that these centres are easily accessible and more practice-based. On the other hand, schools prepare students only for the Board Exams and not for the entrance exams.

This trend can be checked by ensuring that teaching in the school classroom is not just limited to board-oriented syllabus. They must prepare students for competitive exams also. Schools must provide more practice-material to the students. The environment of the classroom should be such that the students get interested in studies.

Teachers should pay attention to the individual problems. I hope you will publish this letter in your newspaper so that the concerned authorities

become aware of their shortcomings and do the needful. Thanking you Your Sincerely Arun 8

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WORKSHEET-31Ans. 1 : 147, Mayur Vihar New Delhi 11 April 20×× The Editor Hindustan Times New Delhi Subject : Evoking Awareness Towards Solar Energy Sir, Through the columns of your reputed newspaper, I wish to make people aware of the

growing need and demands for solar power. We all know that our earth is showing signs of a patient in declining health and this is due to the excessive pollution on our planet. Man has a desire to live a luxurious life and for that, he is overconsuming electricity. He doesn’t realize that the overuse will exhaust the resources of our planet. We must conserve electricity which is the need of the hour.

This conservation can only be done if we start using solar power systems. Various kinds of solar systems like solar cookers, solar lanterns, solar heating and cooking systems, solar water heaters, etc., are available in the market.

These solar systems are non-polluting. They are economical and are available in different sizes. So, I request you to publish this letter in your newspaper in order to make people aware of the need for conserving electricity and limiting electricity bills. The public must pay attention to the dire need for switching over to solar energy.

Thanking you Yours sincerely Divyansh 8Ans. 2 : 679 Kaveri Vihar New Delhi 14th July 20×× The Editor The Times of India New Delhi


Subject : Rising Prices Sir, I wish to draw your attention towards the rising inflation which has made life difficult for

the common man. It was not so in earlier times when things were very cheap and were within the reach of almost everyone. The sharp rise in the prices of all commodities has made it difficult for the common man to make both ends meet. He cannot bear even the daily expenses of his family. This is giving rise to disappointments and dejections in the life of the common people. Corruption is also on the rise, so as to avoid financial crisis, people are turning towards bribery which is the root cause of all evils. The society is taking a bad turn only because of inflation.

It is high time that the concerned authorities wake up to this social problem and try to put reins on the rising prices so that people can lead a comfortable and peaceful life.

Thanking you Yours sincerely Sahil 8

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WORKSHEET-32Ans. 1 : 230 C.O.D. Colony New Delhi 15th May 20×× The Editor The Times of India New Delhi Subject : Human Dependence on Technology Sir, Through this letter of mine, I wish to draw the attention of everyone towards the increased

dependence of humans on technology. We use internet for any type of information which we can find only a click away. Everyone, whether a child or an adult, wants gadgets like cell phones, I-pods, laptops, etc. No doubt, technology is a boon to mankind and has a great future ahead, but in my opinion, we should not depend on it as excess of everything is bad. It is making everyone lazy. On the other hand, cyber-crimes are also increasing. The key word for this is caution.

We must make judicious use of technology and should not completely depend on it. We must believe in natural and simple living.

I hope you will publish this letter in your newspaper for the sake of a better future for human beings.

Thanking you Yours sincerely Sambhav Jain 8Ans. 2 : Deptt. of Health Care New Delhi 14th April 20×× The Editor The Herald Tribune New Delhi Subject : Changing Trend in Children’s Activities


Sir, Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the

public towards the changing trends in the recreational activities of children in modern times. It is shocking to know that present day children don’t want to spend their leisure hours in book-reading, sports and games or any other outdoor activities as was done in the years from 1960-1980. Rather, modern day juveniles are more interested in indoor activities. Only 10% of them are interested in book reading whereas, 60% can be seen busy with gadgets. This is not a positive trend. It is leading our children towards poor health and stamina.

In my opinion, children should be made to understand the importance of reading books and this can be done at the school level as well as by parental interference. The advantages of outdoor games must be stressed upon. They must realise that outdoor games impart to them the value of discipline as well as team spirit. Parents should not provide them with electronic gadgets at an early stage.

I hope this letter of mine will spread awareness among children as well as parents and that the recreational activities of children will again get channelized in a positive way.

Thanking you Yours sincerely Malavika (Health Specialist) 8

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B. STORY WRITING

WORKSHEET-33Ans. 1 : Tit for Tat In a forest, there lived an elephant who was very naughty. He always indulged in

mischievous behaviour like throwing water on other animals, threatening to trample the smaller animals, if they did not listen to what he said and so on.

One day, he met a baby giraffe who had lost his way in the forest and was crying. The elephant helped him in finding his mother and they both became good friends. Now the inhabitants of the forest were scared of the two animals–the elephant and the giraffe because the giraffe always accompanied the elephant.

One fine morning, a saint passed through that forest. He loved the peace and calmness of that place and decided to stay there. He was very happy among the chirping of birds in the morning, the pleasant and pure air etc. The giraffe and the elephant also heard about his home and came to that place. They saw that the saint was busy in his prayers with his eyes closed. They broke the branches of the trees under which he was sitting. The saint didn’t pay any attention to them. They started throwing the utensils and clothes from the saints’ hut. Even then he didn’t say anything, this was too much for both the animals. The elephant went to the river and came back with water. Meanwhile, the giraffe broke leaves from the trees. Then they both started disturbing the saint by throwing water and leaves on him. The saint became very annoyed. He opened his eyes and saw both the animals. Then, in a rage, he cursed the elephant to live with a long trunk and the giraffe with a long neck. Both the animals got scared. They begged the saint to take back his curse but he didn’t. Since then, the elephant has had a long trunk and the giraffe – a long neck. 10

Ans. 2 : Sheena was enjoying her world of dreams when she heard a noise. She got up with a start and started listening to the sounds. She realised that the sounds were coming from the street. She ran outside her house and saw that a snake charmer was surrounded by a group of children. The children were very excited because the man was playing a tune and a black coloured snake was swaying his body to that tune. When the snake charmer stopped playing the music, the snake settled down into the basket where he was kept. People gave some coins to the snake charmer and went their way.


Sheena kept standing there. She was attracted towards the three cane–baskets which the snake charmer was carrying in his bag. She pointed towards them and asked him what was there in those baskets. The man opened the baskets. Sheena saw that there were two more snakes. She was scared but was excited also. She told the snake charmer to come every day. The snake charmer smiled, lifted his bag and went to the next street.

Sheena kept on waiting the whole day for the snake charmer, but he didn’t turn up for another few days. But one day she again heard the same tune near her window. She looked out of the window and saw the same charmer sitting outside with his snake, swaying to the tune played by him. She ran outside when the show was over, she asked him why he hadn’t come for so many days. The man smiled and told her that his son had not been keeping well and he had gone to the nearby city for his treatment. He also informed her that the treatment was quite expensive and that’s why he had come back again to collect some money. Sheena told him to wait there and ran inside to talk to her father who was a doctor. His father gave him a reference letter for the doctor treating his son. The snake charmer was very happy. Tears filled his eyes. He took the letter and went back home with a ray of hope in his eyes. Sheena kissed her father and went inside. She was glad that she had helped someone in his hour of need. 10

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WORKSHEET-34Ans. 1 : Sanjeev was a young boy of thirteen. He was an obedient child. But the teachers were

observing a change in him. He had become restless these days and missed the school quite often. Sanjeev, in fact, had fallen into bad company. One day he was very upset, the reason being that the parent-teacher meeting which was scheduled to be held on the next day. He was very scared because he knew that the teachers would inform his parents that he had missed school. His father was a strict disciplinarian and Sanjeev knew that he would scold him. So he decided to misguide his parents. He cooked a story to tell his parents. That day he reached home late. When his mother asked him why he was late, he started crying and would not stop. After a few minutes, he settled down and started telling his mother the story he had already cooked. He told her that the day before, he had met a boy when he was going to the school. The little boy asked for some money as his mother was not well. Sanjeev did not have the money but felt like helping this little boy. So he went with him to that little boy‘s house. When he reached his home he saw that his old mother was bed-ridden. He sat near her and said a few kind words to her. The old lady smiled. The little boy asked him if Sanjeev would wait there till he came back with the medicine for his mother. Sanjeev agreed and the little boy went away. Sanjeev nursed the old lady in her son‘s absence. He forgot that he had to go to school. The lady was so sick. The little boy came back at 1 p.m. Then he came back home. He was feeling sorry not only for missing school, but also for not informing his parents earlier. Sanjeev‘s mother was listening to his story. She had realised that Sanjeev was telling a lie but decided to ask him after the parent-teacher meeting. 10

Ans. 2 : Once upon a time there was a little girl whose name was Deepika. She was a shy girl and did not have many friends. One day when she was coming home from school, she saw a paper by the side of the road. It was folded very neatly. She was attracted by it. She went near it and picked it up. She opened it with trembling hands. At first she could not make it out. But when she looked at it, she realised that it was a map. She thought that it might have slipped from someone’s pocket. She looked around for the owner of the shop but there was no-one. She looked at the map again. Something at the bottom of the map drew her attention. She read it carefully. Oh my God ! ”She said to her herself.’ This map will lead to an ancient treasure which was buried somewhere under a tree in this area.” She was so excited. Her hands trembled with excitement. She started reading the details of the map. There were some arrows, some red circles, and some green marks. Deepika could not decode it but She kept on thinking what could those signs signify. But suddenly she was


reminded of her parents who had always taught her not to touch anything lying on the road. Reason got the better hold of her. Deepika thought for some time and decided to hand over the map to the nearest police station. She moved in the direction of the policestation with firm determination. Deepika was happy that she was not caught by the bait ............. She smiled. She knew she had taken the right decision. 10

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WORKSHEET-35Ans. 1 : Jon, Shaun and Ron were all ready to conquer the Himalayas. This would mark their first

trekking experience. But due to reasons unknown, Ron caught fever. He was upset at being left behind in a nearby lounge where he was supposed to rest. Jon and Shaun went forth to start their trekking. They started for the peak of the mountain. They knew, it was supposed to be a very hard journey. It was a five–day long trek as they were told. They had climbed almost half the distance when Jon felt the movement of cool dry air . This was not a good sign. He warned Shaun, but Shaun was determined. So they continued their trekking. After about an hour, Ron who was left behind due to fever, heard the sound of windows banging against the frame. He got up and went to the window and to his surprise, he saw a snow storm. He immediately ran outside his room and informed the lounge authorities about his friends. The authorities took action immediately and within no time, rescue helicopters flew in the storm. It was a risky operation, but still was successful. Ron was happy to see his friends again and learnt that all that happens, happens for a reason. 10

Ans. 2 : It was a pleasant day. The birds were chirping and the sky was clear. Ravi and his friends decided to go on a picnic. They packed their food and planned to go to a nearby river, to do some boating, have fun and then they would came back. When they reached the place, they noticed many people had come there. They decided to hire a boat. The people advised them to take an experienced boatman with them, but they refused saying that they would handle the situation as they were eight in number. Soon their boat left the bank. Ravi put his hand in the river water enjoying the feel of water through his fingers. Suddenly it grew dark. They decided to turn back as they had gone very far away in the river but on the way back, they were hit by a rain storm. They did not know what to do. Suddenly, out of nowhere came a high wave which over turned their boat. They all fell into the water. They were scared. They–tried to scream and call for help, but no words would come out of their mouths. Two of them knew how to swim. They started helping two others and brought them out of the water. But when they jumped again, they could see only Ravi and Mohit. Their friends Suresh and Vimal were nowhere in sight. They were shocked. They helped Ravi and Mohit also come out of water. By this time, someone had informed the rescue team about the drowning of two youngsters. The rescue workers came into action and dived into the river water. They searched for two hours but could not find the two boys. Ravi and his friends were very sad as their number had reduced to six. They walked back home with a heavy heart. 10

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WORKSHEET-36Ans. 1 : Be Helpful to Others Once upon a time there was a young girl who wished to see the world. She wanted to

observe new things. She told her mother about her wish. Her mother promised that they would go to a hill station. Next Sunday, they set out on their journey. On their way, they crossed many areas of terrace-farming, rivers and enjoyed the natural beauty. The young girl, whose name was Neha, was very excited. She was watching everything out of the window of her car with great curiosity. Suddenly, the car stopped with a jerk. The driver got out of the car to check why a crowd had gathered there. After some time, he came back


and told them that due to a landslide, they could not go any further. Neha became sad. All her excitement vanished. She looked out and noticed that there was a great hustle and bustle outside. People were running helter-skelter. Soon there was a long queue of vehicles. People were trying to contact the authorities or their relatives for help on phone. Babies were crying for food and water. Then she noticed that the people who had eatables with them were sharing them with others. They were helping each other. She was amazed at this. She attracted her mother’s attention towards her who told her that it is a good thing to help each other and that one must do it. Neha checked her bag and found some chocolates which she had carried with her to eat during the journey. She came out of the car and distributed them to the little children. The children were very happy. Soon it started getting colder. But by then, authorities had started clearing the way for the vehicles to pass. After an hour of work, the road was cleared and the vehicles started moving at a snail’s pace. Neha was happy. Today’s experience had made her observe that helping others is the best way to be happy. 10

Ans. 2 : A Snake Scare It was a pleasant morning, a little girl was sleeping in her bed. Suddenly, she heard a loud

noise and became scared. She woke up and saw that all the family members were looking curiously at her as if she was sleeping amongst scary things. She looked around to see what had happened. She looked at the face of everyone and could see a shocked expression on each face. Then she noticed that something moved near her foot. Her gaze shifted to her feet and a scream came out of her throat. Her father hushed her and told her not to move. Actually, a snake was sitting at the foot of her bed. Everyone was scared and didn’t know what to do. A little movement would have made that coiled figure attack. Soon, their neighbour came and said that he knew a person who handled snakes. He went out to call that man. No one in the family dared to move. The little girl was frightened to death. She did not know what to do. Suddenly, there was slight movement. The snake looked around and noticed everyone. Then it started uncoiling itself and moved towards the end of the bed to get down. All were stunned and prepared for any sort of emergency, but the snake didn’t do anything to anyone and moved silently out of the open window. There was a mixed feeling of horror and happiness. The moment the end of the tail went out of the window, her father rushed to bolt the window and ordered that the bushes around the house must be trimmed so that no such incident took place in the future. 10

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WORKSHEET-37Ans. 1 : I have always enjoyed taking long walks among the forests from the days of my childhood.

Last summer I had visited my cousin Pooja living in Dehradun. I had reached Dehradun at night by the bus. I had my dinner with Pooja and we had some talk, then I went to sleep by 10:30 p.m. In the morning as usual I got up early at 6 o’clock and enquired from Pooja the place where I could go for my morning walk. She told me to go straight and come back and to not take any turns or short-cuts. But when I came on the road, I was so delighted by the nature’s beauty that I went on walking without realizing that I had entered into the forest listening to the chirping of the birds. The sun was going to rise, the tall thick trees tempted me. I wanted to explore the forest. I saw beautiful fauna, trees, birds etc. I was busy plucking flowers for my daily pooja in the temple. I went on, and on until my whole bag was filled with flowers. Then I tried to find out time, I realized that I was not wearing my watch. Then I saw the time in my mobile, oh God! It was 7:30, by this time my cousin Pooja will be leaving for office within half an-hour. So I lost my way and tried to find some shortcut to reach home. When I was rushing, I happened to bang against one tree, oh goodness! within few seconds the parallel tree toppled on me pinning me underneath. I tried to come out but I couldn’t, then suddenly I thought of giving a call to Pooja but my mobile was missing. It was lying nearby. I somehow found the mobile, thank-god Pooja’s number was saved in it. I


called her and asked her help. I told her about the landmark of one tall yellow colour multi-storey building. She managed to call forest authorities and I was rescued by 9 pm. 10

Ans. 2 : Hari woke up at 9 am on a hazy summer morning. Realizing that he was already late for his first day at office, he rushed. His office was quite near the place where he lived, so he was hopeful that he would reach in time.

In order to look extremely impressive on his first day, he wore the suit that was different and stylish; sprayed his imported perfume; polished his shoes with enthusiasm and drove fast towards his office. Though he reached a bit late, he was glad that he was not the last one to enter the orientation room.

By his appearance, his new boss seemed cruel and strict, who could easily make his employees miserable. But in the deepest of his thoughts, Hari hoped that his boss would turn comes out to be a gentleman and easy to deal with. All the new employees stood in a line, to be greeted by their new boss, who walked in a dhoti, swooshing from heel to heel. He welcomed them all and informed them about their day’s schedule. It didn’t seem very hard. Hari immediately decided to put in all his effort to do the work and to be in the good books of the boss. By the time it was evening, he had finished his work. It gave him a feeling of deep satisfaction that his first day of work had gone off well. 10

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WORKSHEET-38Ans. 1 : Raghav was late that day. He walked fast as it was getting dark. His family had shifted to

this locality just last month and he was still not sure about the area. He took the shortcut through the park, but then realized that he had taken the wrong exit. He walked on for a while but panic was creeping in. He wanted to reach home as soon as possible. He soon realized that he had lost his way because he did not see the familiar landmarks. He wanted to turn back but he did not want to go through the park again. He glanced at his watch and was horrified to see that it was 10 o’ clock. He knew that his mother must be waiting for him. Suddenly he heard footsteps behind him and thinking that someone was following him, he walked faster. He started running when he heard the footsteps getting nearer. He did not know where he was going, but he ran until he fell down. Someone grabbed him and Raghav screamed loudly. He heard his brother calling out to him. Raghav breathed a sigh of relief and went home with his brother. 10

Ans. 2 : Anjali was reading an interesting novel when she realized that it was quite late. She put down her book and reached out to switch off the light. She saw a light outside the window that opened in her sister’s room. Being curious by nature, she decided to investigate. As she neared the window, she realised that it was a fire. She was horrified and quickly ran out of the room. Her sister’s room was locked, maybe she had not seen the fire and was asleep. She started calling her sister’s name loudly. Her parents heard the noise and came there to see what the matter was. She explained about the fire and they banged on the door loudly. Her father rushed to call the fire brigade. Anjali had started crying by now and was relieved when her sister opened the door and came out. She was safe. They went inside to put off the fire and were surprised that there was no fire at all. Upon investigation, they realized the light that Anjali had seen was coming from the mosquito coil that was burning in a corner. Anjali was ashamed of herself and her father had to explain a lot to the fire brigade officers. 10

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WORKSHEET-39Ans. 1 : Meena was a twelve-year-old girl who used to stay with her mother. Her father had gone

to another city to earn money. One day, a stranger came to Meena’s house. Her mother was not in the house at that moment. The man caught hold of Meena. She began to cry


loudly but no one was there to hear her. Suddenly, Meena was reminded of her mother’s teaching of not losing one’s wits and alertness of mind in the hour of need. She built up her confidence and looked around. She could not see anything with which to hit the stranger. Suddenly, she bit the stranger on his arm. The stranger cried with pain. This moment was important for her. She took her mother’s saree and tied it around the stranger’s neck. Now it was the time for the stranger to cry for help. She tied him and then used her mobile phone to call the police as well as her neighbours. The police reached within no time and arrested the man. The neighbours had also arrived. They all patted Meena on her back for fighting bravely with the man. 10

Ans. 2 : I was reading a book when I looked up. As I opened the window I saw an unusual looking face. I was astonished. I got up from the chair and opened the window. To my surprise, it was an alien. Probably, he had been left behind by some UFO. I thought of enquiring about it from him so I gave him a friendly smile. Gathering his courage, the alien entered my room. He looked strangely at all the things in the room. I tried conversing with him but he could not understand me. I made some pictures on a paper but all in vain. There was no communication between us. Suddenly the room got filled with a flash of light. The alien rushed through the window and was lost in that light. I am again waiting for the night. May be my strange friend will come again to meet me ! 10

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WORKSHEET-40Ans. 1 : It was a dark night. I had gone camping with my NCC group. We camped in a quiet jungle.

Everything was still. I could not sleep due to excessive mosquitoes and the screeching of owls. I thought of exploring the thick pine forest. As I walked through it, I sensed someone following me. I stopped, looked back but could not see anyone. I decided to hide behind a tree and find out who was there. Suddenly, I saw someone passing in front of me. I stood still for sometime then I got up and followed the footprints trail. I reached a lonely house which was hidden behind trees. I entered the house and was shocked to see some people loading and unloading the cartons. There were around ten men who were all wearing masks. They all seemed to be from good background as their clothes and dressing sense suggested. I immediately realized the need to inform the police as I alone would not be able to stop them from illegal activities. I rang up the police-station through my cell phone. Within fifteen minutes the police was there, and nabbed all of them. The police later told me that they all were in drug business and thanked me for helping them. 10

Ans. 2 : It was very hot last night. I had slept with the windows open. At around 2 O’clock I heard a noise in my room. I tried to look around and got a faint glimpse of a man entering through the open window. I felt afraid. The man entered with a torch in his hand. With the help of a torch-light, he located the cupboard in my room. Walking stealthily, he moved towards it. I gathered my courage and told myself to do something. Suddenly, an idea struck my mind as I could not make any noise to make the thief aware of my presence. I gave a missed call through my cell phone to my parents who were sleeping in the next room. My father, a bit perplexed, came to my room. The moment he opened the door, the thief tried to run away. By that time I’d made up my mind to hit him with the water-bottle lying near my bed. The target was quite close. He jumped but the bottle hit him badly and he fell down. We caught him and handed him over to the police. 10

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GAP FILLING

WORKSHEET-41Ans. 1 : (a) (ii) on (b) (iii) carries (c) (i) would (d) (ii) with 1 × 4 = 4


Ans. 2 : (a) (iv) though (b) (iii) or (c) (ii) So (d) (iii) to 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) (iv) towards (b) (ii) along (c) (i) was (d) (i) cherished 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) (ii) at (b) (i) to (c) (iv) into (d) (ii) to 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) (iv) a (b) (ii) in (c) (i) reduce (d) (iii) as 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) (ii) about (b) (iii) whereas (c) (i) is (d) (i) frown 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-42Ans. 1 : (a) (ii) to (b) (iv) giving (c) (iii) to (d) (i) down 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) (i) on (b) (iii) the (c) (ii) meant (d) (ii) the 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) (i) is (b) (iii) among (c) (ii) those (d) (i) more 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) (iii) into (b) (ii) built (c) (i) on (d) (iv) by 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) (iv) be (b) (ii) were (c) (iii) are having (d) (iv) are 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) (ii) of (b) (iv) can (c) (i) should (d) (i) that 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-43Ans. 1 : (a) (ii) biggest (b) (i) could (c) (iv) must (d) (iii) of 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) (iii) does (b) (ii) going (c) (iv) to (d) (iv) develop 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) has (b) who (c) from (d) been 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) of (b) as if (c) in (d) or 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) the (b) their (c) their (d) most 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) one (b) over (c) sometimes (d) best 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-44Ans. 1 : (a) (iii) their (b) (ii) in (c) (i) under (d) (ii) are 1 × 4 = 4


Ans. 2 : (a) (i) among (b) (ii) even (c) (iv) to (d) (iii) yet 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) (ii) the (b) (i) and (c) (ii) are (d) (iii) in 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) (ii) and (b) (iii) a (c) (i) by (d) (i) by 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) (ii) in (b) (iv) a (c) (iii) who (d) (iv) shall 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) (iii) be (b) (i) are (c) (i) broken (d) (ii) for 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 7 : (a) (iii) has been enduring (b) (i) most of us (c) (iii) an (d) (i) should be kept alive 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 8 : (a) (iii) be (b) (iv) but (c) (ii) likes (d) (ii) talks 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-45Ans. 1 : (a) (ii) is (b) (i) fried (c) (ii) brought (d) (ii) stirring 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) (iv) it’s (b) (ii) as (c) (i) and (d) (iv) of 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) (iii) by (b) (iii) lost (c) (ii) right (d) (i) does 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) (ii) knows (b) (iii) every (c) (ii) in (d) (iv) his 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) (i) got (b) (iii) had not taken (c) (i) was (d) (iii) feeling 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) (iii) with (b) (ii) are (c) (i) Unless (d) (i) will 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 7 : (a) (i) In (b) (iii) it (c) (ii) faster (d) (iii) greater 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-46Ans. 1 : (a) (i) is (b) (ii) the (c) (iv) produce (d) (i) whereas 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) (ii) for (b) (i) on (c) (i) at (d) (ii) from 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) (i) at (b) (iv) like (c) (ii) was (d) (iii) to 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) (iii) returned (b) (iii) had broken (c) (ii) were (d) (iv) had just left 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) (ii) many (b) (i) celebrated (c) (iv) most (d) (i) which 1 × 4 = 4

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B. EDITING

WORKSHEET-47Ans. 1 : Error Correction

(a) as even(b) cannot couldn’t(c) drive drove(d) thank thanked (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 2 : Error Correction(a) old oldest(b) By in(c) visting visited(d) attacted attracts (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 3 : Error Correction(a) in on(b) has had(c) feel felt(d) was were (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 4 : Error Correction(a) anyone someone(b) with by(c) a the(d) away out (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 5 : Error Correction Error Correction(a) became become (b) general generally(c) their its/his (d) so but(e) was is (f) then if/when/though(g) here there (h) that it

[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] ½ × 8 = 4

Ans. 6 : Error Correction Error Correction(a) a the (b) so and(c) inscribe inscribed (d) he him/one(e) better best (f) a an(g) which who (h) claimed claim


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WORKSHEET-48Ans. 1 : Error Correction Error Correction

(a) which who (b) that it(c) near nearly (d) he they(e) peoples people (f) the a(g) can could (h) improving improve



Ans. 2 : Error Correction(a) decide decided(b) was had(c) you her(d) will would (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 3 : Error Correction(a) being be(b) then than(c) showed shown(d) for in (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 4 : Error Correction(a) being was (b) A The (c) so as(d) for about [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 5 : Error Correction(a) taken take(b) very so (c) had have (d) was is [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 6 : Error Correction Error Correction(a) on through (b) successful success (c) wants want (d) for to (e) or and (f) parts part (g) is be (h) does do


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WORKSHEET-49Ans. 1 : Error Correction Error Correction

(a) magnificence magnificent (b) a the (c) for of (d) hundred hundreds (e) have has (f) cities city (g) or and (h) lying lies


Ans. 2 : Error Correction Error Correction (a) ask asked (b) in on (c) reluctance reluctant (d) overcome overcame 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : Error Correction Error Correction (a) at in (b) buy buying (c) by of (d) seems seem 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : Error Correction Error Correction (a) introduction introducing (b) for since (c) quiet quite (d) of from 1 × 4 = 4


Ans. 5 : Error Correction Error Correction (a) in of (b) are was (c) to of (d) A The 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : Error Correction Error Correction (a) statesmen statesman (b) respecting respected (c) spoke spoken (d) that when 1 × 4 = 4

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B. OMISSION

WORKSHEET-50Ans. 1 : Before Missing After

(a) believed to have

(b) early as 3rd

(c) king from ancient

(d) Sharma to teach 1 × 4 = 4

Ans. 2 : Before Missing After

(a) flight in October

(b) completing its last

(c) 2011 It weighed

(d) minutes and 43 1 × 4 = 4


(a) aspects of the

(b) media are innumerable

(c) impact on children

(d) learns on the 1 × 4 = 4


(a) children by telling

(b) explanations of the

(c) others he taught

(d) words at all 1 × 4 = 4


(a) happening in international

(b) half of the

(c) as an industrialist

(d) international and it 1 × 4 = 4


(a) Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu

(b) have been going

(c) numbers for many

(d) want to see 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-51Ans. 1 : Before Missing After

(a) it is enjoyable(b) lots of places(c) Travelling is worth(d) spend because memories(e) one gets the(f) people from different(g) One of the(h) how to interact


Ans. 2 : Before Missing Word After(a) Nations is educating(b) on how proceedings(c) They are launching 1 × 4 = 4(d) over the world [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015]

Ans. 3 : Before Missing After (a) sport at that (b) roofs to enter (c) We had limited (d) and that was 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : Before Missing After (a) small in size (b) qualities and are (c) agents to add (d) also a source 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : Before Missing After (a) is an association (b) persons who agree (c) pool in their (d) resources for the 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : Before Missing After (a) she asked him (b) taking place If (c) he had seen (d) very high speed 1 × 4 = 4

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B. SENTENCE REORDERING

WORKSHEET-52Ans. 1 : (a) You must have heard of gladiators in ancient Rome ? (b) They were powerful men, usually slaves. (c) Thousands of spectators looked on while they fought with lions. (d) The gladiator games lasted for nearly a thousand years. 1 × 4 = 4


Ans. 2 : (a) Summer in India is a strange phenomena (b) During the summer the northern plains are extremely hot. (c) The lower region surrounded by sea has a pleasant weather. (d) Hot winds and scorching sun are two of its inseperable constituents. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) Two persons can be blamed for the murder. (b) There are many clues pointing to the culprit. / Many clues are there pointing to the real

culprit. (c) Find out who the real murderer is. / Find out who is the real murderer. (d) You will be rewarded for the correct answer. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) It was very difficult to find a real princess. (b) He travelled all over the world in search of one. / In search of one he travelled all over

the world. (c) He saw many but no one seemed to be real. (d) He lost all hope of finding one. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) He taught me algebra and geometry twice a week. / Twice a week he taught me algebra

and geometry. (b) I was very poor in these subjects earlier. / Earlier I was very poor in these subjects. (any

other correct structure may also be accepted) (c) He never lost his trust in me. (d) I have become very proficient in them now. / Now I have become very proficient in

them. / I have now become very proficient in them. 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-53Ans. 1 : (a) The most remarkable feature of time is its preciousness. (b) Time once gone never comes back. (c) Every moment brings with it thousands of golden opportunities. (d) We must not allow such precious time to slip away. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) We saw a yellow coloured bus full of excited children. (b) We guessed they were on the way to the planetarium. (c) This was part of their study tour. (d) Such tours ensure their mental growth. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) More than five percent of the Indian population are child workers. (b) Tens of thousands are chiefly engaged in agriculture. (c) Many work in a variety of industries in urban areas. (d) This has deprived many children of education. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) It is said that your destiny is in your right hand. (b) You are one step away from a better life. (c) Our personality determines how we deal with problems in life. (d) Some people can cope with hardships better than others. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) A woman was standing in the doorway. (b) She was young and was dressed in red. (c) She was waiting for her friend. (d) My dog was licking her hands. 1 × 4 = 4

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REPORTED SPEECH

WORKSHEET-54Ans. 1 : (a) they ached when she read. (b) he would conduct an eye test and find out. (c) that she hoped there was no serious cause for concern. (d) to eat well and exercise. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) what she was doing in the kitchen. (b) she was busy helping Ramya. (c) what work Ramya had there. (d) was eating jalebis that mother had made for the guests. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) where they could meet the next day/the day after. (b) that he might not be able to meet him the next day/the day after (c) if he was going to be busy. (d) he would be travelling the next day/the day after. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) that he hoped he could read (b) he might think it was funny but he could not read (c) then why he should treat his eyes. (d) too need eyes to see. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) why he did not leave that place. (b) drop him on his way back home. (c) where he had come from. (d) he had come from Tunisia. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) what he could do for him. (b) that he wanted a suite for three days. (c) that they didn’t have a suite. (d) if he could suggest an alternative. 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-55Ans. 1 : (a) if he might go in. (b) if/whether he had got the tests done. (c) he had not. (d) him to get them done that day itself/him to get them done on that day itself/on that very

day. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) if she might run home. (b) show the sunset to her parents (c) they would see that. (d) she had never seen the sunset. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) if her mother had sent those sweets. (b) that they were her share. (c) she was still hungry. (d) to fetch more sweets from her mother. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) he could not call his English tutor. (b) he had cancelled that day’s class. (c) his phone was dead (d) there was no other 1 × 4 = 4


Ans. 5 : (a) lend him his book. (b) that he would have (c) finish his revision for class test the next day. (d) for his notes to give him his notes. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 6 : (a) she would go to the market. (b) would go in the evening. (c) him what he wanted from the market. (d) he waited to buy paint brushes. 1 × 4 = 4

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PROCESS WRITING

WORKSHEET-56Ans. 1 : (a) is poured in the mixer (b) are added (c) is switched on (d) is switched off 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) is washed (b) is brought down (c) is placed (d) is then taken out 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) are added (b) is squeezed (c) are added and stirred (d) is served chilled. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) is put (b) is poured (c) stirred (d) is then added to it. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) is boiled (b) is added to it (c) is dipped and soaked (d) is spread 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-57Ans. 1 : (a) is melted in a pan (b) are added and fried (c) is brought to a boil (d) are added. 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) is drained (b) are arranged (c) is used (d) is garnished with 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) washed, cleaned and sliced. (b) are chopped finely. (c) is heated (d) are added 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) should be made (b) should be left (c) should not be displayed in public (d) should not be touched 1 × 4 = 4

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NEWS HEADLINES

WORKSHEET-58Ans. 1 : (a) took place (b) was beaten (c) was hurt (d) has allowed Pakistan 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) has announced a raise in DA (b) has been cancelled (c) is considering raising (d) were done without 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) was caused (b) were injured (c) cracked 30 cases of auto-lifting with (d) seven were killed in a road accidents

1 × 4 = 4


Ans. 4 : (a) has asked (b) has awarded (c) has been given (d) was unveiled 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) heat wave, the death of 55 people in Odisha (b) the Task Force have spotted 15 Tigers. (c) has been declared (d) Five persons were killed 1 × 4 = 4

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WORKSHEET-59Ans. 1 : (a) has promised (b) has rejected (c) will get (d) were stalled for want of animals 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 2 : (a) was killed (b) will organize (c) has been awarded/has bagged award for (d) MCD is looking for users 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 3 : (a) have been (b) was inaugurated (c) has triggered off (d) are selling their kidneys 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 4 : (a) was delayed (b) will be declared (c) inaugurated the extension counter (d) has been released 1 × 4 = 4Ans. 5 : (a) Two persons were killed by the Blue line (b) sought a CBI probe (c) were burnt to death/died of burns (d) will be visiting/is going to visit 1 × 4 = 4

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SECTION

C TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA

WORKSHEET-60Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Jacopo and Nicola. 1 (b) They greeted him with a smile. 1 (c) The narrator thought that they picked fruit for a living. 1 (d) ‘I’ refers to A.J. Cronin 1Ans. 2 : (a) Jacopo and Nicola – the two boys 1 (b) They furnished the narrator with all the information he needed / They got him seats for

the opera / They showed him places of tourist interest 1 (c) ‘us’ refers to the narrator and his driver Luigi. 1 (d) rarely. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Jacopo and Nicola were very hard-working boys. They shined shoes, sold fruits, hawked

newspapers, conducted tourists round the town and ran errands for the narrator. 2Ans. 2 : The narrator and his companion were impressed by the two boys as they were very hard

working. They loved their sister deeply and above all, they had the spirit of sacrifice. 2Ans. 3 : The two boys helped the narrator by arranging seats for the Opera, providing a pack of

American cigarettes, taking him around Juliet’s Tomb. Whenever he wanted the name of a good restaurant they used to help him. Thus, they helped the author in many ways. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : 45 New Avenue Street Verona 9 April 20×× Dear Albert, Last week, I met two boys who can be called the Gentlemen of Verona. They are very hard-

working boys. I have taken a liking to them and that’s why I want to help these two boys, Jacopo and Nicola. They are putting in extra labour for their sister ‘Lucia’ who is not well and is suffering from tuberculosis of the spine. For her treatment a lot of money is required. I’ve decided to help them by paying their hospital bills for as long as I can afford. Suddenly, I recalled you and thought to ask you also about contributing some money to aid Lucia’s treatment. I know that you’re a philanthropist and would not hesitate to help them.

Waiting for an early reply from your end. Yours sincerely A. J. Cronin 8

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WORKSHEET-61Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Nicola is referred to as ‘he’ here. 1 (b) He did so on seeing the boys working hard. 1 (c) He answered that they had other plans. 1 (d) A. J. Cronin, the narrator. 1


Ans. 2 : (a) Nicola. 1 (b) He is speaking to the narrator. 1 (c) Because he wanted to keep his secret about the treatment of his tuberculosis-afflicted

sister. 1 (d) Soft spoken, polite, wishing to fight his battle independently, self-respect, responsible,

doesn’t share his problems (reserved). 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : The two boys were very hard-working. They were waiting for the last bus from Padua so as

to sell their newspapers. 2Ans. 2 : The two boys Nicola and Jacopo were too dignified to disturb a stranger with their personal

matters. They did not want anyone to intrude into their privacy. So, they kept their problems a secret. 2

Ans. 3 : Jacopo and Nicola were working hard as their sister was suffering from tuberculosis of the spine and was under treatment. They were collecting money for her treatment. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : The narrator was deeply touched by the devotion of Jacopo and Nicola towards their work.

They did not resort to any shortcut methods. They had self-respect and were highly secretive in not revealing their personal problems to strangers. Their love and care for their sister also touched the narrator. He realized that these two boys were the embodiment of selflessness, nobility, and gentlemanliness. They gave promise of a greater hope for the human society. In the days full of a variety of disasters and distractions faced by the humans, the two boys stood apart to show him hope, faith, positive thinking. He knew that their hard work would take them a long way. 8

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WORKSHEET-62Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) ‘He’ is Nicola in the above lines. 1

(b) He smiled uncomfortably because he did not want to share his plans with the narrator.1

(c) The ‘plans’ being talked about are those of emigrating to America. 1

(d) Comfortably. 1

Ans. 2 : (a) Nicola was glaring at his younger brother in vexation because he was asking for a favour from a stranger which was against their self-respect. 1

(b) The younger brother Jacopo had asked the narrator if he could drive them to Poleta, 30 kilometers from Verona in a car on Sunday. 1

(c) His self-respect and sense of responsibility are revealed through his behaviour. 1

(d) Confusion. 1

Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : The boys were very young but eager to do any odd jobs for a little money. They were

resourceful and dogged in their determination to do useful work. This impressed the narrator and his companion. The boys’ intention was to do a good job and earn money, not to impress anyone. 2

Ans. 2 : The nurse told him that the two boys had no one except their sick sister in this world. They worked very hard to earn money for the treatment of their sister. 2

Ans. 3 : Lucia is the elder sister of Nicola and Jacopo. She is suffering from tuberculosis of the spine and is in a hospital for treatment. 2


Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Virtues of Hard Work Hard work is the key to success. There’s no person in this world who has not tasted the fruit

of hard work. Nothing is impossible in this world. The only quality one needs to achieve success in life is hard work followed by patience. No doubt, many difficulties appear on the path of hard work but dedication and determination help to make those difficulties disappear. The path of success is not a bed of roses. One is bound to face failure also but by moving ahead slowly and steadily we can overcome all the difficulties and failures. So, one must work hard to attain success in life and achieve one’s goal. Hard work can make even a Herculean task easier. 8

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C. Mrs. PACKLETIDE’S TIGER

WORKSHEET-63Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) This world is chiefly swayed by hunger and love. 1 (b) She was neither swayed by love nor by hunger. 1 (c) All movements and motives of Mrs. Packletide were mostly governed by her dislike of

Loona Bimberton. 1 (d) Moved. 1Ans. 2 : (a) the tiger which was brought to fulfil Mrs. Packletide’s desire is referred to as the herd-

robber. 1 (b) the herd-robber was suffering from the infirmities of age. It was feared that he would

die before the shooting took place. 1 (c) venerable means old and respectable. 1 (d) Restless. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Mrs. Packletide loved showing off and to be mentioned in the magazines. She drew pleasure

from making others feel inferior and low. So, she decided to kill a tiger in order to be in the limelight and also to make Loona Bimberton feel small. 2

Ans. 2 : Mrs. Packletide had arranged a luncheon party in her mind. Actually, her purpose was to show her and others the skin rug of the tiger, she had killed. She had also designed a tiger-claw brooch which she wanted to gift Loona Bimberton on her birthday. 2

Ans. 3 : Mrs. Packletide’s only aim in life was to surpass Loona Bimberton, who was very popular for her adventurous and exciting deeds. By giving a party in her honour, Mrs. Packletide wanted to show her that she had done a more adventurous and exciting thing by shooting a tiger. She even wanted to gift a tiger-claw brooch to Loona on her birthday just to outshine her. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Jealous of Loona Bimberton, Mrs. Packletide wished to embarrass her. She wanted to

outshine her by proving that she was more adventurous than her rival Loona Bimberton who had been carried eleven miles in an aeroplane by an Algerian pilot. In her wish to procure a tiger skin, she chose to shoot an old tiger. However, having a poor aim she shot a goat rather than the tiger. Mrs. Packletide achieved what she had desired, to prove her superiority over Loona Bimberton and to be popular for her amazing feat. But this fulfilment came with a price. She had to buy an expensive cottage for Miss Mebbin who threatened to expose her secret. Thus, her heart’s desire became a constant trouble for her as Miss Mebbin could blackmail her further whenever she wanted anything from her. 8

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WORKSHEET-64Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Miss Mebbin was Mrs. Packletide’s paid companion. 1 (b) She was money-minded and saved each and every penny given to her as tips in the

same Moscow hotel. 1 (c) She blackmailed Mrs. Packletide and forced her to buy a cottage for herself. 1 (d) She was cunning/greedy/money-minded. 1Ans. 2 : (a) She is excited at the sight of the tiger moving towards the goat. 1 (b) These lines show that she tried to take advantage of every situation. 1 (c) Miss Mebbin is with Mrs. Packletide, ready to kill a tiger. 1 (d) She is sitting platform constructed in a jungle. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Built a machan for her, herded an old tiger towards it, tied a goat under it, shot at the dead tiger when it died of heart attack. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 2

Detailed Answer : Mrs. Packletide announced a reward of one thousand rupees for the villagers to make

arrangements for the tiger hunt. The villagers were very happy and helped her in all possible ways. They built a platform for her on a tree and placed a goat as bait for the old tiger which they had herded towards it. They posted boys at the outskirts so that the tiger could not get away from that place. Their joy knew no bounds when the tiger died. They carried the good news to the village also to announce its death. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points : The tiger had become weak, and could not hunt a big animal.

(CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2

Detailed Answer : The tiger had become weak. He could not hunt big animals so he confined his activities to

eating small, domestic animals. This was the reason for the tiger shifting to the village. 2Ans. 3 : They were worried that the weak, old tiger might die before the arrival of the fixed date for

the shooting and that they would not be able to earn a handsome amount of money. 2Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Mrs. Packletide fired the shot, it hit the goat and not the tiger. But both the goat and the

tiger died, the goat from the bullet wound and the tiger due to the sound of bullet. He died perhaps of heart-failure. Miss Mebbin was the first one to note this and she told the same to Mrs. Packletide. Miss Mebbin was a very shrewd and calculative lady. She had made up her mind to blackmail Mrs. Packletide as she knew that the lady would not like anyone else to know that the tiger had died a natural death and not because of her bullet. Mrs. Packletide bought a cottage for Miss Mebbin to ensure that she kept quiet about all this. 8

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WORKSHEET-65Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Mrs. Packletide wished to shoot a tiger and get her pictures published. 1 (b) This was in order to prove herself superior to Loona Bimberton who had recently

obtained a tiger-skin and couldn’t stop boasting about it. 1 (c) The goat had died of the gunshot. The tiger had merely died of a heart failure caused by

the sound of the gun shot. 1 (d) Louisa Mebbin blackmailed Mrs. Packletide into buying her the weekend cottage or

else she would tell Loona Bimberton that it was not the tiger but a mere goat that Mrs. Packletide had shot. 1


Ans. 2 : (a) Miss Mebbin is the speaker. 1 (b) Mrs. Packletide had shot the goat and not the tiger which had died of a heart-attack. 1 (c) Everyone would be amused as they thought that Mrs. Packletide had killed the tiger

while in reality she had actually shot the goat. 1 (d) Miss Mebbin’s plan was to blackmail Mrs. Packletide. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : An old tiger was found for the tiger shoot. A platform was constructed on a tree and a goat

was placed there as bait. Mrs. Packletide waited on the platform with a rifle and a pack of cards. 2

Ans. 2 : Miss Mebbin was a paid companion to Mrs. Packletide. She was not devoted to her at all. She only pretended to had a protective elder sister-like attitude towards money and had come to be the companion during the hunting of tiger. 2

Ans. 3 : Jealous of Loona Bimberton, Mrs. Packletide decided to hunt a tiger and send a tiger-claw brooch to Loona Bimberton on her birthday. Since she was not a good hunter, she wanted the hunting to occur without any risk. So, she paid one thousand rupees to the villagers to make arrangements for tiger hunt like finding an old tiger and not letting it run away from that place. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Saturday 9 February 20×× 10 p.m. Dear Diary, I had an enjoyable day today as I participated in Mrs. Packletide’s hunting expedition. I

was very happy to get a large sum of money which would make many of my dreams come true. Mrs. Packletide paid a lot of money to all of us just for the sake of her false ego. She just wanted to show off that she was better than her friend Miss Loona Bimberton but all this was wrong. Just to satisfy her ego she had killed a tiger and distributed money among villagers for making her efforts a success. I wish she had spent this money on feeding some poor children or she had gone to some orphanage to help those poor children. It is strange that there are some people who don’t have food to eat and there are others who throw money just to flaunt. This extravagant display of wealth and money for some is rather disgusting. The money should have been spent for a noble cause. 8

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THE LETTER

WORKSHEET-66Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Coachman Ali. 1 (b) To the post-office. 1 (c) He is going there to check if his daughter has sent him a letter. 1 (d) He is determined and does not stop even in the face of physical discomfort. 1Ans. 2 : (a) The old man was coachman Ali. 1 (b) He intended to go to the post-office in the hope of hearing from his daughter. 1 (c) The poor man was ill-clad and his tattered clothes couldn’t protect him from the biting

cold. Still defying the weather he held his clothes tight and continued walking. 1 (d) Ali’s defiant attitude towards the unfavourable weather highlights his firm determination

and immense willpower. 1


Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Ali used to visit the post-office everyday. He had been visiting the place for many years with

the hope that one fine day he would receive a letter from his only daughter, Miriam. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points : Old and lonely, no happiness, desperately longed for a letter from his daughter. People insulted and ridiculed him. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 2

Detailed Answer : Ali was an old man who lived a life of loneliness. There was no happiness in his life. His

only daughter had shifted to Punjab after getting married and he desperately longed for a letter from her. People at the post-office insulted him, and ridiculed him but he paid no attention to them. He only wanted a letter from his daughter. It seemed that the only aim of his existence was to get a letter from his daughter which came only after his death. He didn’t receive it while he was alive and thus led a cheerless life.

Ans. 3 : Value Points : Hoping to receive a letter from his daughter Miriam, Ali regularly went to the post office every day as if it was a religious duty. It shows Ali’s deep love and affection for his only daughter. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2

Detailed Answer : Ali went to the post office daily in the hope of receiving a letter from his daughter Miriam.

He felt as if it was his religious duty to go there. This trait of Ali shows his deep love and affection for his daughter Miriam. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Value Points :

l I was the cause of separating young animals from their parents.l enjoyed hunting but never realized the pain of separation.l I’m being repaid in the same coin.l My daughter has left me, no news of her.l I’m dying to hear from her.l Now I realize what love and separation are.l This is the punishment for all my sins.

Detailed Answer : XYZ City 20 April 20×× Dear Miriam, I am surprised at the change in myself after you left. I had never known the meaning of love

and separation. All my life I had enjoyed hunting but never realized the pain of separation. It was only after you left me that I realized what pain, love and separation are. I now repent when I realize that I was the cause of separating young animals from their parents. I killed many animals and was punished by being paid in the same coin. Now I’ve been separated from you. I’m dying to hear from you but there is no response from your end. I have realized that I should never have killed all those animals. It was bad on my part. I committed a sin and am paying for it heavily. The punishment for my sin is that I’ve been separated from you. I want to meet you, be with you but I can’t. I think this is a just punishment for me. I should never have killed animals. I hope that God will accept my repentance and will forgive me.

Yours affectionately, Ali 8

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WORKSHEET-67Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The old man was the coachman Ali. 1 (b) He was shivering because it was very cold. 1 (c) He was going to the post office. 1 (d) Walked unsteadily/walked slowly. 1Ans. 2 : (a) ‘He’ refers to coachman Ali. 1 (b) It refers to old age of Ali. 1 (c) Ali had been a hunter but later he stopped ‘his old ways’ i.e., he stopped hunting

animals. 1 (d) He took a new turn as he had realized the meaning of love and separation. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Understood the meaning of love and separation-gave up hunting partridges-could now understand the grief the parents of the hunted animals went through after getting separated from their young ones. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2013) 2

Detailed Answer : Ali was a skilled hunter. No animal could escape his eyes. The moment he saw any rabbit

or partridge it was as good as in his bag. But then suddenly his life changed. His daughter Miriam got married to a soldier and went to live in Punjab with him. Ali got no news of her after that. He became sensitive and realized the meaning of love and separation. He could no longer enjoy a sportman’s pleasure because he felt that the animals and birds must also have the same feelings and he stopped hunting. He could understand the grief of the parents of the hunted animals, the pain they went through after getting separated from their young ones. 2

Ans. 2 : Ali went to the post-office daily. He was the first one to be there, people knew him and laughed at him, called out his name and enjoyed seeing him jump. 2

Ans. 3 : Ali had been a hunter earlier. He had one daughter who got married to a soldier and left Ali. There was no news of her for five years. Ali became lonely and suffered from the pangs of love and separation. He gave up hunting. He always expected a letter from his daughter Miriam and regularly went to the post-office to look for her letter. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : 15 September 20×× 10 p.m. Dear Diary, After meeting Lakshmi Das and giving him five golden guineas, I am feeling relieved now.

I only wish that he will deliver Miriam’s letter at my grave. What a miserable life I have led for the last five years.

Being a staunch lover of humanity, I realised that the whole universe is made up of love and the grief of separation is inescapable. After the marriage of my daughter Miriam, I have realized what separation is. I have not got any letter from her for the past five years.

I wanted to tell her and show her that I have changed. I have left hunting since the day of her marriage. I wanted to tell her how much I love her. So, I became a routine visitor to the post-office in order to receive news of my own daughter, though I was called names like ‘pest’, ‘mad person’, etc. But I never minded and waited for the letter. The postmen made fun of me. The postmaster scolded me but I still had hope for the letter. A father’s heart will always miss his daughter, even though I was always humiliated by everyone in the post-office.


Now, I sense my last days are approaching. I have given five golden guineas to the clerk Laxmi Das and requested him to put my letter on my grave when it arrives. Ultimately, I have to leave for my heavenly abode believing that the letter will come, though after my death.

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WORKSHEET-68Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The speaker here is Ali. 1 (b) He had been a hunter and was known for his expertise in killing but now when he is

away from his own daughter he realizes this philosophy. 1 (c) The pain of separation. 1 (d) Something that can’t be avoided/prevented. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Receive—deceive. 1 (b) The postmaster was worried because his daughter was not well and he had not received

any letter from her. 1 (c) One night spent in anxiety taught the postmaster that letters are not mere words, they

are emotions and are something which is priceless. 1 (d) Rude/cruel/heatless. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Ali had lost the zeal to do anything after his daughter got married and shifted to Punjab. He

realized how sad life was and he gave up hunting. His only aim in life now was coming to the post-office like a pilgrimage and in the hope of collecting his letter. 2

Ans. 2 : Ali is not a pest. Though Ali comes daily to the post-office; he waits there patiently without disturbing anyone. Hope lures him to the door whenever the post-office employees jokingly call out his name. But he does not rebuke them. He silently goes and sits on his seat without bothering or troubling anyone. 2

Ans. 3 : Ali gave him five golden coins and told him that his death was very near. He had neither seen Miriam nor had he received her letter. He told the clerk to keep Miriam’s letter, when it came, on his grave. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2


Life is often a reflection of one’s own deeds. God renders us according to our deeds. Ali realized the meaning of separation only when his daughter left him; earlier he didn’t have time for her. Postmaster never understood Ali’s agony and made fun of him. -He too had to face the consequences when he had to wait to get the news of his ailing daughter. 8

Detailed Answer : There is no denying the fact that life is often a reflection of one’s own deeds. God renders

us according to our deeds. We have to believe in the Karma theory and The Letter is a good example of this theory. Ali, a skillful hunter did not know the meaning of grief and separation until he himself was separated from his daughter Miriam who left him after getting married. Earlier he did not have time for her as he was busy hunting animals but after his daughter left, he used to go to the post office and sit there from morning till night, waiting for a letter from her. The postmaster always made fun of this habit of Ali. He never paid much attention to the emotions and feelings of Ali. He never understood Ali’s agony.


But a day came when the postmaster had to face the same consequences when he had to go wait to get the news of his ailing daughter. He understood how difficult it was to wait day after day for something which never came. He realized that letters were not mere postcards or envelopes, they were much more than that. 8

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C. A SHADY PLOT

WORKSHEET-69Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Whenever he was in need of money, it was Jenkins who provided it. / He was the only

one who was publishing his stories. 1 (b) A ghost/horror/supernatural story. 1 (c) Jenkins was a publisher who published the stories written by John Hallock. 1 (d) Overconfident, very sure of himself, arrogant, proud. 1Ans. 2 : (a) ‘I’ is John Hallock, the narrator. 1 (b) ‘I’ waited for an inspiration to write a ghost story. 1 (c) The phrase ‘wander off’ means to be lost or get distracted. 1 (d) He thought about his wife and her passion to buy fads and expensive things. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : He wanted Hallock to write a supernatural story filled with horror, that is what the public

wanted. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :John Hallock would get money as Jenkins was his publisher and he would push up his sales - Jenkins was the only one who published John’s stories.

[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : John Hallock could never afford to displease Jenkins as Jenkins was the publisher of the

magazine which printed the ghost stories written by John Hallock. In fact, he was the only one who published his stories and would push up his sales. Moreover the narrator, John Hallock, was in need of money which he would get from Jenkins by writing stories. 2

Ans. 3 : Jenkins was the publisher of the magazine which printed the ghost stories written by the narrator. It was the only magazine that printed his stuff and hence he could not contradict Jenkins. Secondly, the narrator was in need of money. Therefore, it was more of a necessity for him to come up with good stories whenever Jenkins demanded them. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Helen demands John Hallock to restrain his friends and acquaintances from using the Ouija

board and if he was successful, she would give him a plot for writing his ghost stories. She does so because she and the other ghosts were unhappy to be at the beck and call of the Ouija board fanatics in order to answer their questions. This did not leave them with any time for their amusement or for haunting others. Therefore, they had decided to call for a strike. This strike will mean that the ghosts would not appear or provide ideas to people for writing ghost stories. In other words, Helen threatens John that if he does not agree to her conditions she will stop inspiring him. 8

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WORKSHEET-70Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The ghost, Helen 1 (b) John/ Narrator 1 (c) to go on strike 1 (d) help. 1Ans. 2 : (a) These words are spoken to John Hallock/writer/author by the ghost, Helen. 2 (b) To provide help/ideas for writing the ghost stories. 1 (c) Bothering means troubling/disturbing/irritating by summoning them using the Ouija

Boards. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : John was sitting to write down a ghost story. He was searching his mind for inspiration but

couldn’t find it. Suddenly, he heard a voice in the room and a figure materialised out of thin air. It was the ghost of Helen. She had long angular fishy eyes with spectacles, her hair were tied in a tight wad and she had a solid jaw. She seemed to be angry with him. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :To warn him, would discontinue help; to tell him that they were going on strike, troubled by Ouija Board users; to tell him to stop his friends and family from using the Ouija Boards.

(Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer The ghost of Helen came to warn John Hallock that they would discontinue all the help in

writing stories as all the ghosts were going on a strike. They were troubled by Ouija board users who called upon ghosts all the time to answer their question. She needed rest and asked John Hallock to stop his friends and family from using the Ouija Boards by exerting his influence. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :l Because as a reader for a magazine she had terrible days.l Condition was that she would help him only if he got all his friends and acquaintances to stop using the Ouija Board. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Detailed Answer : The narrator was not a ghost story writer. Often, he had no idea for writing a ghost story.

At that time, Helen, the ghost used to help him by giving him ideas. She used to give him a storyline on which to work. But gradually the number of Ouija Board users started rising. Helen and other ghosts could not get rest as they were called upon so often. They had to answer their questions for long. So they decided to go on a strike. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : One day Mrs. Lavinia Hallock went to the market and bought an Ouija Board which she

got cheap because it was in the bargain sale. She was going to keep it for a theme party with her guests, without considering the consequences of troubling the ghosts and the spirits. She did this to impress her friends. But nowadays people consider fashion as an important fancy in their lives. They use fashion to express their feelings by what they wear. Fashion is considered as a form of recognition in society for keeping pace with the latest trends. Fashion has also become a means of superiority over others. Fashion has changed societies, rich people are wasting lot of money to buy new clothes everyday. They keep on dumping clothes without donating to the poor. Now-a-days not only clothes but people also maintain new cars, new gadgets, new mobiles etc. to show their status in the society. 8

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WORKSHEET-71Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Lavinia. 1 (b) She has learnt that her husband is carrying on a clandestine love affair. 1 (c) He is devastated; his marriage is on the rocks. 1 (d) Have talks/conversation. 1Ans. 2 : (a) He was hiding someone/was denying that somebody was in his room. 1 (b) She is Lavinia. 1 (c) A flirt/a woman of loose morals/an immoral woman. 1 (d) The Ouija Boards at all the tables mentioned a name, Helen. Lavinia thought that John

was having an affair. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Got tired as they were called to answer useless questions / called very frequently. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Helen and the other ghosts were not happy with the Ouija Boards. Actually they were

called frequently by the Ouija board users to answer useless questions. They used to have sleepless and restless nights. They got tired of it 2

Ans. 2 : Organization of ghosts who gave ideas and helped authors to write ghost stories.People using Ouija Boards call them to answer questions all the time and they get tired.went on a strike / refused to be helpful. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The Writer’s Inspiration Bureau was an organization of ghosts who gave ideas and helped

authors to write ghost stories. They were not happy because people using Ouija Boards used to call them to answer questions all the time and they used to get tired. They protested against it and decided to go on a strike. They refused to be helpful to the people. 2

Ans. 3 : Whenever a writer could not get an idea , a ghost from ‘The Writer’s Inspiration Bureau’ came to help him and later submitted a report to the bureau. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Qualities of a Leader The word ‘Leader’ itself clears its meaning telling us that a person who can lead others is

a leader. But can everyone be a leader ? The answer is in negative. A leader must possess a few qualities. No one follows the leader blindly. The first and foremost quality of a leader is optimism. A person who is optimistic can always lead his team towards success. He can fill his co-mates with enthusiasm and dedication towards work and lead them gradually to the path of success. A leader must be just also. He should be unbiased and impartial like a mirror. He should tell others about their shortcomings also so that they can come up with more perfection. A leader’s vision of his goal is another quality which makes him a successful person. His goals and aspirations should be very clear to him so that no one can lead him astray from his path. Last and not the least, the leader must be committed towards his goal and should be empathetic towards his teammates. The co-operation of his team can only be achieved if he has all those qualities. 8

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C. PATOL BABU

WORKSHEET-72Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The above lines in the extract are spoken by Patol Babu to Naresh Dutt. 1 (b) Patol Babu was offered a very brief role in a movie. The role was of an absent-minded

man and had just a mono-syllabic dialogue to utter. 1 (c) It shows that the speaker, i.e. Patol Babu is a very hard working and a dedicated person.

He loves his work and acting. Even at the age of 52, he doesn’t hesitate to take up new work. 1

(d) Because he had not expected a role to be offered at the age of 52. 1Ans. 2 : (a) opportunity to act in a film 1 (b) ambitious/optimistic/confident 1 (c) better days/got a job/role in a film/improvement in the financial condition/recognition/

good luck. 1 (d) Because he wanted to meet him and offer the role. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Nishikanto Ghosh, his neighbor and friend visited him; got him an offer of a small role in a film. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Nishikanto Ghosh was Patol Babu’s neighbour and friend as well. He visited him and

informed him that Nishikanto’s relative Naresh Dutt was looking for someone like Patol Babu for a role in his film. So he had brought that offer of a small role for Patol Babu. Patol Babu was too happy to receive this good news at the start of the day. 2

Ans. 2 : Nishikanto Ghosh told Patol Babu that Naresh Dutt, his brother-in-law was looking for an actor to act in his film. The character he wanted had to be short, bald-headed and around fifty years of age. Patol Babu was the ideal choice so he had given Naresh his address to contact him for the role. 2

Ans. 3 : Patol Babu was suitable for the film role as he fitted the description of the character which was a man in his fifties, bald, short-heighted and willing to act. All these qualities were present in Patol Babu. Moreover, he had been an amateur stage actor in his youth. That’s why they decided to select him for that role. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Patol Babu was a man who tried to give his best in everything he did. When he was given

his mono-syllabic dialogue ‘Oh !’ he gave different meaning to it like grief, sorrow, hurt, pain etc. When he was told about the scene, he decided that he would put sixty percent irritation and forty percent surprise into his utterance. He even rehearsed in front of a large glass window. When he was called for the shooting he wanted to rehearse but his request was turned down by Mr. Mullick. He even calculated his steps and timed them. All these things suggest that he was a meticulous man. 8

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WORKSHEET-73Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Patol Babu. 1 (b) It refers to the men working for the film unit. 1 (c) has only a syllable ‘Oh!’ as a dialogue/he has been offered a ‘single word’ dialogue. 1 (d) deception/act of befooling/a prank/pulling somebody’s leg. 1


Ans. 2 : (a) His guru Mr. Pakrashi advised him that each word spoken in a play has its own importance. He gave the exclamation a different inflection each time he uttered just to perfect it and to rehearse it. 1

(b) That one simple word ‘Oh!’ could carry so many different shades of meaning when spoken in different ways. 1

(c) said / spoke / made a sound with one’s voice. 1 (d) Many times. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

reminds him of his past; not being successful; feels overconfident; over excited; day-dreaming (Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : When Patol Babu was offered a role in a film, he was very excited. He shared his happiness

with his wife who in turn reminded him of his past when he was not successful though he had tried to do many different jobs. She told him that he was counting his chickens before they were hatched. He was only day-dreaming about his success which is not easy to gain.2

Ans. 2 : The minor role of a pedestrian who had to bump into the hero, Chanchal Kumar and utter the word, Oh!. Patol Babu was offered the role of an absent minded pedestrian who had to bump into the hero, Chanchal Kumar, coming in a hurry from the other side. Patol Babu was to utter the word ‘oh’ after his Collision with Chanchal Kumar. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Ans. 3 : Patol Babu found that he had to speak just one word, that too a monosyllable ‘Oh!’ He had been promised a proper speaking part and after a long wait and great expectations, he felt depressed to see that he had been given a small role. He felt cheated and quite demoralised. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value points :

l Patol Babu overcame his disappointment. l rehearsed the dialogue “Oh!” repeatedly. l added special touches to the dialogue by rehearsing it with different expressions. l emoted with sincerity and dedication. l won the admiration of all who had gathered there (Any other relevant point). 8

Detailed Answer : At the age of 52, Patol Babu was offered a small role of a short tempered pedestrian which

had no dialogues but only a monosyllabic word to utter in the scene. On knowing this he was first disappointed and felt that people were trying to pull his leg, but he remembered the priceless words of his guru-‘even a small job done with perfection and dedication can bring intense satisfaction to the man who performs it’. He felt that no role was big or small and took up the challenge in his stride to perform the mono-syllabic dialogue with utmost perfection. So he put up all his skill and imagination in that one single shot. He rehearsed a lot and thought of all the emotions that he could put into it. Hence he enacted his shot with perfection. 8

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WORKSHEET-74Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) had only a single syllable as dialogue/expected more/thought he had no chance to

display his talent in acting. 1 (b) the word, ‘Oh!’ 1 (c) word with a single sound. 1 (d) Part. 1


Ans. 2 : (a) Patol Babu badly needed the money because his household finances were in shambles and twenty rupees would have helped him to tide over. 1

(b) The small job was to play the part of an ‘extra’ who utters just one dialogue ‘Oh‘, upon a collision with the male lead on the street. 1

(c) The word ‘measured’ means ‘compared to’ in this context. 1 (d) The advice of his mentor Gogon Pakrashi helped him do his job with perfection and

dedication. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Satisfaction of doing his role was more important to him than money. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Detailed Answer : Patol Babu was intensely satisfied by the way he had acted in the shot. He had mixed fifty

parts pain, twenty-five parts surprise and twenty-five parts irritations. He felt that his Guru Gagan Pakrashi would be happy with his small but wonderful performance. To him stage contentment and not payment mattered. So he left the place without taking his payment. This incident tells us that he did his work with sincerity, honesty, devotion and dedication.2

Ans. 2 : Through the lesson Patol Babu, the writer depicts the dreams and aspirations of the small timers and the apathy of film makers for whom making films is a business. Patol Babu, a talented and emotional artist, who is an artist at heart and full of dramatic skills, was asked to perform a role after 52 years. Quite excited, he rehearsed the single word (oh) he was asked to speak. Everybody praised his performance but he did not wait there to collect his remuneration. Naresh Dutt asked around for him but next minute all that was forgotten and the camera started rolling for the another shot. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points : Never consider it to be beneath his dignity to accept a small role / to grab every opportunity / Each word of the dialogue should be given due importance. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

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Value Points :No role beneath dignity; every role equally important; only an actor can convey the real essence of the character to the audience; give your hundred percent (Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Gogan Pakrashi was Patol Babu’s Guru or a mentor. He always told him that a role should

never be considered as small or petty. No role is beneath one’s dignity, every role is equally important. Only an actor can convey the real essence of the character for the audience so he should give it his hundred percent. One should always aim to avail every opportunity and draw out the true meaning of the dialogue. He said that each word of a dialogue is like a fruit in a tree. An actor must know how to pluck the fruit, get the essence and serve it to the satisfaction of his audience. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Value points :

l Strange fellow - disappeared without paymentl Gave perfect shot on first takel Perfect timing, perfect emotion - hurt, surprisel Praised by all, even directorl Knew he was disappointed when he came to know he had a one word dialogue only

– ‘Oh’l Should have waited for payment - had waited all day for the shotl Will hand it to Nishikanto Ghosh to give it to him 8


Detailed Answer : Patol Babu was a strange fellow because he disappeared without taking his payment for

playing his role in the movie. He had an ardent desire for acting that’s why he gave the perfect shot in the first take. He gave his hundred percent - with perfect timing and perfect emotion of surprise and hurt by the collision. He was praised by all including the director Baren Mullick. But then he left without taking his money when Naresh Dutt came to know about it, he realized that the man was disappointed to know that he had a monosyllabic dialogue - ‘Oh!’ Naresh Dutt felt that Patol Babu should have waited for payment also though he had waited the whole day patiently for the shot. He decided that he would hand over the payment to Nishkanto Ghosh who would give it to him. 8

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C. VIRTUALLY TRUE

WORKSHEET-75Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) he had been badly injured in a motor-way accident. 1 (b) the newspaper. 1 (c) he had met him online and he knew him 1 (d) Critical but stable. 1Ans. 2 : (a) ‘I’ is Michael. 1 (b) When Sebastian met with a car accident, he hit his head on the computer and the

computer stored his memory as its own. Later, he was admitted in a hospital. All his discs were then stolen from the hospital and they ended up in a computer fair from where Michael bought games in which Sebastian’s games were also included. And thus, Sebastian entered the games. 1

(c) The speaker has keen interest in psycho-driven games. 1 (d) The speaker’s dad was nutty about computers. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

l A boy of 14 from South London.l Injured in an accident.l Met Michael in first Psycho-drive game.l He played as second sheriff. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Detailed Answer : Sebastian Shultz was a 14 year old school boy from South London. He was badly injured in

a motor-way accident. His condition was critical. He was in a coma and only some miracle could save him. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :For the past one and a half months he had been interacting with Sebastian through the psycho drive games, on seeing the newspaper he was shocked that Sebastian was a real life person and he was instrumental in bringing him out of a coma and this shocked him. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Michael was shocked by the news of Sebastian’s Miracle Recovery because he had been

interacting with Sebastian through the psycho a drive games for the past one and a half months. When he read the newspaper he was shocked that Sebastian, whom he had saved in a game, was a real life person and he was instrumental in bringing him out of a coma. 2


Ans. 3 : Value Points : Michael was shocked to realize that Sebastian Shultz was actually a living character. / saw the photograph in the newspaper / had been playing with him. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The news about Sebastian Shultz shocked Michael because he had been playing with him

the last few days and had never realised that he was actually a living character. But when he saw his photograph in the newspaper, it gave him a jolt. 2


l Sebastian wasn’t saved.l Michael assured to help him.l Sirens wailed and dogs howled.lThe helicopters reached late. 8

Detailed Answer : During any crisis if your mind is alert then you can overcome the crisis easily. It is really

important to maintain your cool rather than panicking. One should have mental agility instead of getting stressed. Getting stressed or panicking would only worsen the situation. We see in ‘Virtually True’ Michael played all the games that Sebastian told him to play and tried to rescue him, but was unsuccessful. Despite failing at rescuing Sebastian in so many attempts, he doesn’t lose heart and tries another time cool-headedly and using his presence of mind. While playing the last game War Zone, he pulled Sebastian up in the helicopter the moment he got a chance, thus saving his life. His presence of mind played a key role in saving Sebastian’s life. 8

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WORKSHEET-76Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Michael. 1 (b) computer games/interactive psycho - drive games. 1 (c) started/started the first game. 1 (d) Wild west. 1Ans. 2 : (a) ‘We’ refers to Michael and prisoner who infact was sebastian. 1 (b) The plan of escape. 1 (c) A plastic card on which data has been stored magnetically and it can be read by an

electronic reading device/any card which can be electronically swiped. 1 (d) Jailbreak. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Nutty about computers and could not resist any of the new gadgets or gizmos that came into the market. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Michael’s dad was nutty about computers. He used to buy every new gadget. In fact he

could not resist any of the new gadgets or gizmos that came into the market. 2Ans. 2 : They went to the Computer Fair, bought various gadgets and CDs. Michael’s father was

nutty about computers, he always wanted to buy whatever new there in the field of computers. They went to the computer fair and bought various gadgets, CDs. and was psycho-drive games. 2


Ans. 3 : The first game was complicated for Michael because the appearance of the second Sheriff complicated the game. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2


l Wondered if it was possible to have memory stored in a computer.l Sebastian in coma - trapped in a video game.l Michael rescued him.l Thanked God, Michael did not give up.l Grateful to Michael for saving son’s life.l Realized how dangerous psycho - drive games can be. 8

Detailed Answer : Wednesday 25 July XXXX, 11 p.m. Dear Diary, We are elated today as our son Sebastian has come out of a coma. The day he met with an

accident was a nightmare. It was shocking for as when the doctors told us that Sebastian had gone into a coma. His memory was trapped in a video game. We used to wonder if it was possible to have one’s memory stored in a computer or whether he would ever be able to come back to his conscious state. We had a dreadful time. But then Michael entered stealthily into our lives. He was a god-sent angel who helped Sebastian come out of a coma. We are really thankful to God that Michael never gave up in any of the games otherwise our life would have never been the same. We are grateful to Michael for saving Sebastian’s life. We have realized how dangerous psycho drive games can be and now we will never allow Sebastian to play them again. We wish Michael happiness in his life. 8

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WORKSHEET-77Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Michael. 1 (b) the motor accident in which sebastian went into a coma. 1 (c) by cracking the video games. 1 (d) human intelligence and the virtual truth created by it. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Mr. Shultz. 1 (b) His son Sebastian had met with an accident and was in a coma. 1 (c) Games. 1 (d) Michael. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Thanked him for saving his life / expressed gratitude / allowed him to keep the game / hoped to meet him again/ gifted him the games (Any two). [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : Sebastian thanked Michael for saving his life in the final e-mail. He expressed his gratitude

by saying that he should keep the games as he had earned them by saving his life. He also expressed his hope of meeting him again. 2

Ans. 2 : Michael in the last game saved Sebastian by hitting the jackpot and winning the game, ‘WAR ZONE ’. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2


Ans. 3 : Value Points :His car met with an accident and he banged his head on the laptop and his memory got transferred / saved in the computer. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Sebastian Shultz was playing a psycho-drive game on his laptop when he met with an

accident. His head banged against the computer and he went into a coma, his memory got transferred and saved in the computer and kept on sending messages Michael to save him. 2


Sebastian, accident while playing games-trapped in virtual world – memory got stored in the computer – games friendly father and Michael, his son buy games from a junk stop – strange currences – final escape of. 8

Detailed Answer : Virtual World—A Reality Sebastian was a 14 year-old boy who was very fond of playing computer games. But he

was trapped in the virtual world when he met with an accident while playing games. His memory got saved in the disks which got stolen when he was at the hospital after having met with an accident. Michael bought those disks from the computer fair as he and his father both were games friendly. They came home and Michael started playing the games. He entered Sebastian’s memory through the games and tried saving him through different games like Wild West, Dragon Quest, Jailbreak, etc. In the end he played War Zone. This time he succeeded and he hit the jackpot by saving Sebastian. Next day, it was the headlines of the newspaper ‘Miracle Recovery’. This virtual world was a reality. It is difficult to believe but it had happened. 8

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C. THE FROG AND THE NIGHTINGALE

WORKSHEET-78Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) frog. 1 (b) croak from dusk to dawn. 1 (c) alliteration. 1 (d) extreme happiness. 1Ans. 2 : (a) The frog’s voice was loathed. 1 (b) Because the frog was stubborn and did not stop croaking. 1 (c) a very loud and unpleasant noise. 1 (d) aabb. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : The audience applauded the nightingale’s song lavishly. It was very melodious and sweet.

Moreover, the audience was used to hearing only the crass cacophony of the frog, the song sounded very soothing in contrast. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points : He said that he owned the sumac tree, was a critic of repute and wrote for the Bog Trumpet.


Detailed Answer : The frog told the nightingale that he was the owner of that sumac tree and was famous for

his ‘baritone’ there. He informed her that he wrote for the ‘Bog Trumpet’ and thus, was able to impress the nightingale. 2


Ans. 3 : Value Points : The nightingale is not a brainless bird-highly talented; her only fault is that she is trusting and unsuspecting and all such beings are credulous; her chief shortcoming is credulity. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 2

Detailed Answer : The nightingale is not a brainless bird. She is a highly talented bird who is not aware of her

talent. Her only fault is that she is trusting and unsuspecting. She is misled by the evil frog who only wishes her ill. Her chief shortcoming is credulity. 2


l people take advantage of the ignorance of others.l they can hurt anybody for their own benefit.l declining moral values.l they feel nobody will understand their intentions.l forget that the supreme power is watching over them. 8

Detailed Answer : People have become self-centred these days. They do not care about the feelings of others,

rather they take advantage of the ignorance and innocence of others. The same is depicted in the poem ‘The Frog and The Nightingale’. The frog has been shown as a greedy, cunning creature who grew envious of the growing popularity of the nightingale who was an innocent bird. He talked to her in a sweet manner in the beginning and convinced her to take vocal training from him so as to achieve perfection. The nightingale was ignorant of his cleverness. She was swept away by his false appreciation and in the desire to become a famous singer, kept on following the instructions of the frog. The frog dominated her so much so that the nightingale didn’t use her reasoning. She followed him blindly and died in the end. It was wrong on the part of the frog. This is a true picture of our society also where moral values are declining. People feel that nobody will understand their intentions so they exploit the ignorant and the innocent. But they forget that a supreme power is watching over them. They repent in the end. One must realise that we should respect the feelings of others and not use them for our benefit. 8

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WORKSHEET-79Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The animals rushed from all corners of that place, some of them even waded through

water and rushed to the bog. 1 (b) It refers to the melodious song of the nightingale. 1 (c) The frog took an admission fee from all the creatures of the bog to listen to the sweet

song of the nightingale. 1 (d) Accuracy. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Heartlessness. 1 (b) Because it is raining. 1 (c) Onomatopoeia. 1 (d) Vikram Seth. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : The nightingale suffered disgrace and death because she was not sure that her own original

song was melodious. Her lack of confidence made her believe the frog, the frog critiqued her original song and therefore, it is ironical when at the end he remarks that ‘your song must be your own’. 2


Ans. 2 : The nightingale was foolish as she fell prey to the frog’s words. She tried to imitate him which resulted in her losing her beautiful voice and in the end she died. 2

Ans. 3 : The aim of the frog was to maintain his supremacy in the bog. He earned a lot of money at the expense of the nightingale and wanted to make her realize that the bog belonged to him and not to anyone else. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : The frog was a hated singer in the bog. He had a rough voice and the creatures living in the

bog loathed his voice, still he kept on singing. But with the arrival of the nightingale the situation changed. His position was challenged. So, he posed as a great singer and offered to teach the nightingale. The nightingale, being foolish, accepted him as her teacher and tried to imitate his voice. With the result, her own voice became hoarse and uninspired. Other creatures also became tired of listening to her song. At this, the frog scolded her. In order to please the frog, she rehearsed a lot which ended in her bursting a vein and she died. 8

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WORKSHEET-80Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The frog’s income from the sale of tickets had come down. 1 (b) Intelligent. 1 (c) She died because of the bursting of her vein. 1 (d) Follow fashion. 1Ans. 2 : (a) The nightingale. 1 (b) That one should be original. 1 (c) Flamboyant confidence of style or manner. 1 (d) The frog and the Nightingale. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : The audience in the poem are the creatures of the bog. They rejoice at the sweet and

melodious songs of the nightingale. They praise her for it. She is highly impressed by the same and exerts herself to amuse them and this overexertion leads to her tragic fate. 2

Ans. 2 : The frog as depicted in the poem is very clever and shrewd. He represents people who are manipulative. He exploits the nightingale to get rid of his rival as he had assessed the bird’s nature very well. He himself has no talent. 2

Ans. 3 : The poet wants to convey the message that one shouId exercise one’s individuality and reasoning, without letting others lead one blindly. One should realise one’s limitations and not let others exploit them. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : It is said that one should sing one’s own song. Had it been the case with the nightingale in

the poem ‘The Frog and the Nightingale’, she would not have died. She was timid and lacked self-confidence. That was why she invited the frog’s comments

about her song. This was the chance where the frog could trap her. He offered to impart her training for proper singing. Being innocent she did not suspect the frog’s evil designs of killing her by making her sing continuously and even in bad weather that too without proper rest. The frog exploited her and overexerted her. She obeyed his commands innocently and did not think that her song was better than his.

Ultimately, the frog succeeded in killing her and criticized her as a stupid creature who was nervous, tense and prone to influence and said that she should have known that she must sing her own song. 8

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C. MIRROR

WORKSHEET-81Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) a mirror. 1 (b) It reflects back your image objectively. 1 (c) It shows that the mirror is unbiased and lacks sensitivity. 1 (d) Mirror. 1Ans. 2 : (a) ‘I’ refers to the mirror. 1 (b) She means that the mirror is unbiased and reflects the image objectively. 1 (c) Personification/metaphor. 1 (d) Mirror. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Sylvia Plath has projected the mirror as unmisted and non-biased. It is unprejudiced, with

no preconceived ideology, it projects the crystal-clear image of an object facing it. Having four corners, it reflects all that it captures realistically and is impartial. 2

Ans. 2 : The mirror is honest and shows a true reflection. It does not reflect false images so people in their agitation call it cruel. 2

Ans. 3 : The moon and the candles are called liars as they never reveal the truth about anyone. They give a false reflection as they make things look brighter and more glowing than they actually are. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Letter writing (Value Points) :

Content-2 marksl what I look in the mirror-do not want to believe itl I’m really scared of losing my beauty as I’m growing olderl Still want to look magnificentl The thought of growing old is killingl Do you also have the same fearsl Please help me come out of this situation 8Expression-2 marks

Detailed Answer : 463, ABC Street London 14th May 20×× Dear Pam, You were the first one to enter my thoughts when I wanted to share with someone my

fear of ageing. I shudder at my reflection in the mirror. I do not want to believe that I am growing old with each passing day. I am losing my beauty and moving towards old age and that scares me. I want to look magnificent and as gorgeous as ever. This ageing process is scaring the wits out of me. The thought of growing old is killing me. I feel that I am losing my charm and brilliance which is not acceptable to me. I know that this is the reality of life and I should not be thinking this way, but somehow I am unable to cope up with the thoughts of getting old. I feel dejected and frustrated. Is this dejection and frustration universal ? Do you also feel the same way ? Are you also scared of getting old ?

Please help me to come out of this situation. I am concerned and don’t want to get affected in such a terrifying manner.

Yours sincerely, Sylvia 8

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WORKSHEET-82Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The mirror. 1 (b) Because it reflects what it sees. 1 (c) has four sides/corners. 1 (d) Can look in all directions. 1Ans. 2 : (a) The wall. 1 (b) When faces and darkness come in between the mirror and the wall. 1 (c) The wall and the mirror. 1 (d) Spots/marks /dots. 1 Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : The moon and the candles are called liars as they never reveal the truth about anyone.

They give a false reflection as they make things look brighter and more glowing than they actually are. 2

Ans. 2 : She is unable to accept the reality that the mirror shows her, that she is ageing and isn’t pretty any more. The candle and the moon don’t show her the harsh reality that she has lost her youth and beauty. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points : The woman does not like the blemishes which the mirror shows her and turns away to those liars, the candles or the moon. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 2

Detailed Answer : The woman does not like the mirror because it shows her, her blemishes and makes her

realise that she’s ageing and that she is not pretty anymore. She turns away from the mirror to the candles or the moon which show her a false image and don’t make her realise that she has lost her youth and beauty. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : 31st March, Friday 9 p.m. Dear Diary Today, I was just wondering about how I spend my whole day. I realised that most of the

time I meditate on the opposite wall. It is only the faces and darkness that separate us. Every morning, a lady bends over me to know what she really is but when I reflect her image faithfully, she is upset and agitated. She feels so because she sees her exact image of an ageing woman. I am exact. I have no preconceptions. I reflect the image in an unbiased way as I am unmisted by love or dislike. That’s why the woman feels agitated. But I am happy with myself as I show people how and what they exactly are. 8

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WORKSHEET-83Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The mirror. 1 (b) They hide the blemishes and make people look beautiful in dim light. 1 (c) The reality is too harsh for her to bear. 1 (d) The mirror. 1Ans. 2 : (a) It helps her to see what she actually is / seeks reassurance that she is still young and

beautiful. 1 (b) The young woman has been growing old day-by-day. 1 (c) Terrible. 1 (d) An ageing woman comes and stands before the mirror. 1


Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

The woman searches for her lost beauty in the lake and mirror-her lost young age.(CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 2

Detailed Answer : The woman stands in front of the mirror everyday and searches for her lost beauty in the

lake and the mirror. She feels agitated at the loss of her young age as she’s not able to accept the reality of her lost youth. 2

Ans. 2 : ‘Terrible fish’ symbolizes the wrinkled, old face of the woman which has lost its youth and beauty. She can’t come to terms with her change. Only the mirror makes her realise that she is no longer young and beautiful. She feels agitated and behaves like a terrible fish. The poetic device used here is the metaphor. 2

Ans. 3 : The mirror describes itself as silver-coloured and exact. It has no preconceived notions and is not affected by love, hate or other emotions. It is objective and unbiased, the woman, who bends over it can see what she really is as the mirror doesn’t lie or deceive like candles or the moon. It indulges in human activities it ‘sees’, ‘swallows’, ‘mediates’ and ‘thinks’. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : ‘The Mirror’ is a perfect example of personification. The poet has successfully endowed

human qualities onto the mirror. The mirror tells us about itself ‘I am exact’. It has no prejudices or preconceptions in its mind. It shows images as they are reflected in it. The whole day, it meditates on the opposite wall which is pink and speckled. It is unmisted and when the lady looks into the mirror, she gets agitated and is upset at seeing her ageing image. Thus, Sylvia Plath has effectively used personification in this poem. 8

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C. NOT MARBLE NOR THE GILDED MONUMENTS

WORKSHEET-84Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The gold-plated buildings of stone built in the memory of someone. 1 (b) The words of this powerful poem written in praise of his friend will outshine those

monuments 1 (c) ab, ab 1 (d) William Shakespeare. 1Ans. 2 : (a) they want to be remembered forever. 1 (b) Gold-plated. 1 (c) the poem is immortal. 1 (d) Immortalise his friend. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Monuments are not permanent, not eternal with the passage of time they crumble in the event of a war, gunshots demolish them. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 2

Detailed Answer : The monuments erected by kings and princes are not permanent or eternal. They get

destroyed or are crumbled in the event of a war as gunshots demolish them. They are discoloured or broken by the passage of time. Both time and war demolish them and they are forgotten by people. 2

Ans. 2 : Time leaves its marks on everything as everything in this world is mortal. None can fight time. Monuments and statues break and get dirty with the passage of time. They also get demolished during wars. 2


Ans. 3 : Shakespeare refers to war as a devastating, destructive force. He is here describing war as destroying stone structures, which relates back to the ‘marble’ and ‘gilded monuments’ that likewise do not last. 2


l everything comes to an end one dayl what is most important is our relationship with our dear ones.l the poet strengthens this idea that riches don’t matterl what is more valuable is his love for his friend. 8

Detailed Answer : It is a well-known truth that materialistic things don’t really last. All signs of worldly

power, glory and grandeur fade away with the passage of time. Kings and Princes get their monuments erected so as to be remembered by the future generations. But all gold-plated monuments, memorials and statues eventually fall into utter neglect, decay and deterioration. They all meet the dust as they fail to outlive the ravages of time. In stark contrast to this are our relationships. They are immortal. They don’t get destroyed by time. Rather they are strengthened with the passage of time. The poet is also of the opinion that riches don’t matter much in this world. What is more valuable is his love for his friend. Their love will live longer than any man-made monuments. Neither death nor war will be able to destroy his memory. Hence, it is our love and relationships which matter the most in this world. All other things come to an end one day. 8

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WORKSHEET-85Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) the statues and monuments. 1 (b) the God of war. 1 (c) His poetry describing his love for his friend. 1 (d) abab 1Ans. 2 : (a) the poet’s friend. 1 (b) live forever through this rhyme. 1 (c) personification. 1 (d) abab. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

The living record of memory will not be washed away/broken/destroyed as it is in the form of poetry while all the other things will be destroyed. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2

Detailed Answer : The poet calls the verses as the ‘living record’. This living record can’t be washed away,

broken or destroyed by anything be it time or wasteful wars whereas, all the other things will get destroyed with the passage of time. 2

Ans. 2 : The poet has glorified poetry in his poem as poetry makes a man immortal which cannot be done by any other thing. Statues and monuments erected in the rememberance of kings and rulers get destroyed by time. But his poem will outlive all these and will be a written record. It will immortalize his friend. No force of nature can destroy it. 2


Ans. 3 : The poet’s friend will live forever through his verse. Everything else will be destroyed by the powerful passage of time. The poem will serve as a written record which will move forward against death that makes others forget everything. But posterity, will read his verses and admire them till doomsday. His friend will be eternalized through his verses as wars and forces of nature can’t affect it. He will outshine all others through his poems. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : 39 D-Block

Model Town

Delhi

5th March, 20××

Dear Archit,

Yesterday, I read a beautiful poem written by Shakespeare, ‘Not Marble, Nor the Gilded Monuments’. It is a sonnet which has fourteen lines. It highlights the smallness of our existence, our achievements and our false glory. After reading the poem, I realised that ‘art’ is immortal whereas, ‘time’ is very powerful. It leaves its marks on everything. Nobody can fight time. The poem has left a deep imprint on my mind. I have developed a great interest in poetry and will try to read some more poems.

Love

Amit 8

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C. OZYMANDIAS

WORKSHEET-86Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) A traveller had come from an antique land. 1 (b) a desert/wilderness. 1 (c) The trunk was in the sand. 1 (d) If had become trunkless. 1Ans. 2 : (a) an ancient land. 1 (b) the old sculpture. 1 (c) the face of a statue. 1 (d) Ozymandias. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Pride suffers a mighty fall, nothing lasts but the good deeds of people. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :The face was shattered, had a frown, lips were wrinkled, reflected scorn – contemptuous, cold (heartless), hostile, commanding (Any three) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014] 2

Detailed Answer : The carving of the facial expression was such that it showed scorn and hostility on the face

of the statue. The shattered visage looked cruel and pitiless with a ‘wrinkled’ lip. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :Belongs to Ozymandias - lying in the sand half sunk, ravaged by time. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2


Detailed Answer : The shattered visage in the poem ‘Ozymandias’ belongs to the King Ozymandias. He had

a frowning expression on his face which reflected his scornful and contemptuous nature. It was half-sunk because it had been ravaged by time which spares no one. whether rich or poor. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Value Points

Irony : nothing left to show his greatness, trunkless legs remained in the wilderness forgotten by peopleLesson : wealth, power and position do not last forever time, it is the ultimate leveler / time conquers all 8

Detailed Answer : Ozymandias was a cruel and arrogant king who got his statue erected so that people would

remember him even after his death. But with the passage of time, the condition of the statute became piteous, it was completely shattered. There were only the trunkless legs which remained in the wildness and nothing else was these which could show the greatness of Ozymandias, ‘the king of kings’. It is ironical that a person who was so powerful and who looked down upon others was reduced to a trunkless statue.

The poem leaves a message that wealth, power and position do not last forever. So they should be used for the welfare of mankind and should not be misused. Time is the ultimate lever. One must realize that respect is never demanded. Real power is in winning hearts and not in ruling the weak and the needy. Time conquers all, so if one wins the hearts of people it is the real victory. 8

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WORKSHEET-87Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) A broken human face. 1 (b) It lies half sunk in the sand 1 (c) The shattered visage looks cruel and pitiless with, ‘wrinkled’ lip. 1 (d) The face tells us that the sculptor was a great artist who carved out the real expressions

of the king’s face in stone. 1Ans. 2 : (a) that the sculptor had well read the feelings present on the face of the king whose statue

he was to make. 1 (b) the sculptor’s hand 1 (c) they are stamped on the face of the statue of stone 1 (d) Alliteration. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

The sculptor clearly showed the expression of contempt, cold sneer and arrogance / a good imitation / representation of king’s feelings / expression on his face. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The ‘hand’ referred to in these lines is the sculptor’s hand who carved out the statue so

skilfully that the expression of contempt, a cold sneer and arrogance were clearly shown. It was a good imitation, representing the king’s feelings. The hand of the sculptor seemed to be mocking the king’s self-obsession and passion. 2


Ans. 2 : The ‘hand’ refers to the sculptor’s hand and the ‘heart’ refers to that of King Ozymandias. The statue made by the sculptor seemed to be mocking at the king’s self obsession and passion. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Ans. 3 : On the pedestal of the statue the words inscribed were, “My name is Ozymandias, I am the king of kings. If anyone wishes to know how great I am, then let him surpass my works.” These words indicate the conceit and arrogance of the king. The king appeared to sneer at people who were weak and helpless. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Value Points

Power and glory short-lived/transitory, power and glory is deceptive/Ozymandias got his statue built in order to be remembered by posterity but his statue lies shattered/ broken, time kills/ destroys physical glory, power or riches. 8

Detailed Answer : Arrogance does not assure immortality and durability against all powerful time and nature.

The poem highlights the vanity of human glory and power. Everything in the world perishes with the passage of time and under the powerful influence of the elements of nature. Even the mightiest of the mighty becomes one with the dust. No trace of them is left on the sands of time. Ozymandias, a powerful king of Egypt was proud of his glory and achievements. He desired to immortalize his name and got a statue built. But nothing could stand against time and the powerful elements of nature. The broken statue symbolizes the destruction caused by time and the sands, lone, boundless and bare symbolize the power of the elements. 8

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WORKSHEET-88Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Lifeless things are the shattered parts of Ozymandias’ statue. 1 (b) He was a good sculptor because he read the feelings of Ozymandias and expressed

them well on the statue. 1 (c) Ozymandias’ heart fed the passions by etching on his face expressions of the sneer of

cold command, the frown and wrinkled lip, to enhance his fearful look, to intensify the majestic look and to command respect. 1

(d) Percy Bysshe Shelley. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Egotistical. 1 (b) none of the mighty works referred to remain. 1 (c) alliteration. 1 (d) Limitless. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Inscription : ‘I am Ozymandias ...........’, mocks at his claim to power and might. Statue is on the ground - ravaged - destroyed by time - nothing to be seen except the vast and endless stretch of sand. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The condition of the statue and the inscription on the pedestal are ironical. The statue was

completely shattered. Only two legs stood on the pedestal and the head was lying in the sand. Whereas, the inscription said ‘look upon my work, ye Mighty and despair’, and ‘king of kings’. Such a mighty and powerful king who looked down upon everyone else, was destroyed. It conveys that nothing is stable in this world; everything is subject to change and decay. Everything gets destroyed by time. 2


Ans. 2 : Value Points :Thinks he is the greatest of all Kings, arrogant, vain, conceited, egocentric [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Ozymandias refers to himself as the king of kings because he thought he was the mightiest

of all the kings and no one was more powerful than him. He was boastful, arrogant, vain, conceit, egocentric. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :Arrogance / aggression / pride / cruelty / egoism / power / ruthlessness. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The poem reflects upon the king’s grand delusions of his own power and might, which he

thought could be immortalised in stone. However, it proved to be only wishful thinking because all that remained of that statue was a colossal wreck. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Friday, 18th August 2015, 10-30 p.m., Dear Diary, I visited the land where my relative Ozymandias had got his statue carved out to immortalize

himself. I was shocked when I reached there as I found that his face was lying in the sand and there were only his trunkless legs on the pedestal. I was reminded of him the way he was when he was alive. He had a boastful nature and always held himself in esteem. He was arrogant and egotistical. He had his statue carved out so that people would remember him even after his death. But what I saw there was only a broken statue as if it was making fun of human pretensions. It was conveying the fact that man is mortal and time is all powerful. No one can beat time. It spares none. The man who was so powerful and always thought of others as inferior was lying in the sand of course, it was his statue but still, time had defeated him, making everyone realise that pride hath a fall. 8

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C. THE RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER

WORKSHEET-89Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Ancient Mariner 1 (b) The speaker is ridden of the guilt of killing the Albatross. 1 (c) His hand is called skinny because he is very old and weak. 1 (d) The Wedding Guest. 1Ans. 2 : (a) of the hypnotic effect of the Mariner’s gaze. 1 (b) listens obediently. 1 (c) he manages to get the Wedding Guest to stop and listen to his story. 1 (d) Simile. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Foglifted, icebergs split, favourable south wind blew. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2


Detailed Answer : Albatross brought many blessings as the Mariners had been trapped in the midst of ice-

bergs and snow. The icebergs split with a crackling and howling sound and a favourable south wind started blowing when the Albatross arrived on the ship. The fog was also lifted making the weather clear enough for the ship to move ahead. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :fair breeze blew, icebergs split, fog lifted, passage cleared; after a long time-saw a living being other than the crew members; found pleasure in feeding and playing with it

(Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : When the Albatross arrived, a fair breeze started blowing, the fog lifted and the icebergs

split, making way for the Mariners to steer through. The Mariners felt relieved. They felt happy as they had seen a living being other than the crew members after a long time. They started playing with the Albatross and fed it. They found pleasure in it. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :Came through the fog - came at a time of unfavourable weather – symbol of purity and goodness - sign of hope from God – saved them from the trouble. (Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The Albatross was considered as a ‘Christian Soul’ because its arrival took away all the

miseries that the Mariners had been facing. They felt that Lord Christ had sent them help in the form of an Albatross. 2


l Mariners trapped in the midst of iceberg and snow.l Lost all hope of survival.l Relieved when Albatross arrived - first sign of life.l Icebergs split and south wind started to blow enabling them to move northwards.l Was their saviour - regarded it as a Christian oul. 8

Detailed Answer : When the sailors set sail, everything was favourable. The crew was given a warm farewell.

The ship was sailing towards the south, so the sun appeared to be rising from the sea. It shone brightly and sank the same way. Several days out at the sea, a very fierce storm lashed the ship with force and drove it towards the south. The masts of the ship were bent and its prow dipped in the sea. It looked like a person with his bent head before an enemy. The ship reached the region of mists and ice with icebergs, and snow-clapped cliffs all around. The place was totally deserted. Then an Albatross appeared through the fog. The Mariners were greatly relieved at the sight of the bird because they had not seen any living being for many days. They called the Albatross, a Christian soul; because after the arrival of the bird the ice split and a good wind sprang up behind them. They were infused with a new hope and experienced a sense of joy as they were able to leave that polar region and move northwards with joy. 8

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WORKSHEET-90Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) the ship had reached the Polar region. 1 (b) as high as the mast of the ship. 1 (c) simile. 1 (d) Land of mist and snow/polar region. 1


Ans. 2 : (a) A very large white sea-bird with long wings. 1 (b) through the fog. 1 (c) simile. 1 (d) Welcomed. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Once the ship entered the silent sea, the breeze stopped blowing and the sails also dropped.

The whole atmosphere was sad and depressing. They were stuck in the hot sun. There was water everywhere but they couldn’t drink it. Their motionless state is compared to a painted ship on a painted ocean. They felt some supernatural elements were attached to the stopping of the ship in this area in an attempt to make them suffer for killing an innocent bird. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Ans. 2 : First they blamed him. Then they praised him. They thought that the killing of the Albatross had brought them great woe. When the sun rose they felt he had done the right thing. They did not judge the killing of Albatross by any standard of reasoning but by the change in the weather. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :The Ancient Mariner had killed the harmless Albatross, that had got them out of the land of ice and snow. As a result they had to undergo a lot of sufferings. (their examples) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The Ancient Mariner had killed the harmless Albatross without any thought. On the other

hand, all the Mariners regarded the Albatross as a Christian soul as he had taken them out of the land of ice and snow. After the killing of Albatross, the mariners had to undergo a lot of suffering. They got stuck in the silent sea where there was misery all around. They were thirsty but had no water to drink. They were physically and mentally exhausted. Thus they got angry with the Ancient Mariners. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : After the death of the Albatross, the weather became unfavorable for the Mariners to

continue their journey. As the ship sailed into the ‘silent sea’, the breeze dropped down, making the sails drop down as well. The ship came to a standstill. The wind died, the sun intensified and there was not a drop of water to drink. Despite being surrounded by water, their tongues and throats were parched at the root with thirst. The ocean became “revolting”, “rotting” and “thrashing” with “slimy” creatures and sizzling with strange fires. The condition of the Mariners turned out to be very pathetic and frightening. They were extremely dismayed at being stuck in between the silent sea. They spoke to each other only to break the silence of the sea. 8

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WORKSHEET-91Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) completely dry weather. 1 (b) all the Mariners in the ship. 1 (c) plant, the roots of which had gone dry. 1 (d) All the sailors in the ship. 1Ans. 2 : (a) They held the Mariner responsible for all their miseries/sufferings. 1 (b) The Ancient Mariner shot the Albatross. 1 (c) It was hung round the Mariner’s neck as a constant reminder to him of his sin and

guilt. 1 (d) It refers to the holy cross. 1



The Mariner had killed the harmless Albatross, sailors suffered, they hung the Albatross around the Mariners’ neck as a mark of punishment to remind him of his sin and to make him feel guilty for his sinful deed. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The Ancient Mariner had killed the harmless Albatross for no reason. The others blamed

him for the sufferings which they were undergoing. They were of the opinion that it was all due to the killing of the bird. So they hung the Albatross around the Mariners’ neck as a mark of punishment and a constant reminder of the sinful deed which he had committed. They also wanted him to feel guilty for that deed. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :l glittering eyes-hypnotic effect l hailed the Albatross in God’s name-sudden arrival from nowhere and guided the shipl water like a witches oil burnt green and blue and whitel convinced that their suffering was caused by the spirit of the Albatross (Any two)


Detailed Answer : There are many examples of the use of supernatural in ‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariners’.

To start with, the guest was not ready to listen to the story of the Ancient Mariner but his glittering eyes had a hyponotic effect on the guest and he listened to the story like a three year old’ child. Then they were stuck in the storm. There was no way to move forward but suddenly an Albatross arrived out of nowhere and guided the ship. 2

Ans. 3 : The sailors are very fickle-minded. First they welcomed the Albatross and considered him as a blessing and a good omen, which had caused the ice to split and the breeze to blow. Later they think that the Albatross was responsible for the coming of the fog and mist. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : The Ancient Mariner had shot the Albatross in a fit of instinct. After the death of the

Albatross, the weather became unfavourable for them to continue their journey. The wind died, the sun intensified and there was no rain. The ocean became “revolting”, “rotting” and “thrashing” with “slimy” creatures. The condition of the Mariners turned out to be very pathetic. The Mariners felt that the absence of the Albatross was the reason for their suffering. They wanted to make him suffer for his crime as he had killed the bird that brought the wind and broke the ice. All eyes turned to him accusingly and the dead Albatross was hung round his neck in place of the holy cross round his neck as a cursed reminder, so that the thought could plague him for the rest of his life. 8

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C. SNAKE

WORKSHEET-92Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The poet came to the trough to fill his pitcher. 1 (b) He decided to wait as the snake was there to drink water at the trough before the poet.

On seeing the beautiful creature, the poet was fascinated and took the snake to be his guest so didn’t want to disturb him. He felt honoured as he considered it to be godly and the lord of lords. 1

(c) The golden brown snake was at the trough before the poet. 1 (d) It came there to drink water as it was a very hot day. 1


Ans. 2 : (a) The poet speaks these lines. 1 (b) ‘He’ in the above lines is the snake. 1 (c) ‘He’ must be killed as he is poisonous. 1 (d) Poisonous. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

A snake was there before him./A snake was ahead of him./A majestic creature/the snake was a guest/courtesy, out of respect. (Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The poet had to wait near the water trough because he was the second visitor. The snake

had been the first one there, where the water dripped from the tap in a small clearness and the poet had to wait for his turn because of the snake. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points : Silently and slowly drank water / flickered his two- forked tongue / lifted his head and looked vaguely like cattle do / majestic. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The snake looked majestic while he drank water from the trough. He drank it slowly and

silently. After drinking water, he flickered his two forked tongue and lifted his head vaguely to look around as the cattle do when they drink water. 2

Ans. 3 : As the snake came from the bottom of the earth, its skin took the earth-brown colour of the soil. This made the poet describe the snake in terms of ‘earth’. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014] 2


Diary Entry (First person, Personal feelings)

l hot day in July; the poet goes to fill his pitcher with water / sees a snake drinking water from the trough, feels honoured at his presence.

l fascinated by the snakel ‘voice of education’ provokes him to throw a log at the snake when the snake is about to

retreat.

l filled with guilt and regret at throwing the log - overcome by feeling of remorse. 8

Detailed Answer : Friday 19 July 20XX, 11 pm Dear Diary, I had a strange experience in the morning when I went to fill my pitcher with water. I saw

a snake drinking water from the trough. I felt honoured at his presence. I was fascinated by him and let him drink water. I stood and waited like a second comer.

The ‘voice of education’ provoked me to kill the snake as it was golden and poisonous. But my inner conscience pricked me that the snake had come as a guest and so should not be killed. Suddenly I saw the snake going back. I picked up a log and threw it the retracting snake. The snake twisted but disappeared into a hole in the ground.

I am filled with guilt and regret at the act of throwing the log. A feelling of remorse is overpowering me, I should not have done that because the snake had shown no intention to harm me.

Good night, Diary. 8

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WORKSHEET-93Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The speaker was afraid of the golden snake that visited his trough to drink water. 1 (b) He was afraid because in Sicily, it is believed that the golden brown snakes are

venomous. 1 (c) These lines reflect that the poet is controlled by fear and fascination as he is left with the

conflicting emotions between rational and his natural feelings. 1 (d) The poet felt honoured because the snake chose to visit his trough. Lawrence compares

the snake to a god, a king, and a lord of life. It almost seems as of he feels that the snake is above him. 1

Ans. 2 : (a) He felt honoured because the snake was a guest at his water trough. 1 (b) voices of education and conscience. 1 (c) courteous behaviour/politeness/humbleness. 1 (d) Snake. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

The snake had come there first; narrator a thorough gentleman; a good host treated the snake as an honoured guest; majestic; royal creature (Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The narrator was a thorough gentlemen who allowed the snake to quench his thirst first

because the snake was already there at the water trough when he came down with a pitcher to drink water. He treated the snake as an honoured guest and held him in great esteem as he found him to be a majestic and royal creature. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :To the drinking habits of cattle like lifting their heads and looking up vaguely. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The poet compares the snake’s drinking habits to that of cattle drinking water. He does so

because the snake lifted his head like cattle and sometimes looked up vaguely like drinking cattle do. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points : Golden snakes are venomous and must be killed. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : The voice of education taught the poet that golden snake are venomous and dangerous so

they must be killed. 2Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Value points

‘Snakes – a beautiful creation of God, an object of our love and not hatred.l graceful, majestic lookingl some people think some snakes are poisonous, so should be killedl king in exile / lord of lifel arouses a sense of admirationl man’s duty to respect and protect the rights of the other creaturesl co-exist in harmonyl many superstitions attached to it. 8


Detailed Answer : Respected Principal Ma’am, worthy teachers and dear friends. Today I’ve got the golden

opportunity to express my views on the topic ‘Snakes - a beautiful creation of God, an object of our love and not hatred.’ We all know that we share the earth with fellow human beings, plants and animals as well, so we have no right to kill any animal. A snake is a graceful and majestic looking animal. Some people think that some snakes are poisonous and so they should be killed. But this is a wrong notion. We should have respect for these creatures and believe in the principle of peaceful co-existence. It is our moral duty to respect and protect the rights of the other creatures. We should co-exist in harmony with other creatures and not tamper with ecology which has been carefully planned and laid out by nature. We must realize that snakes are a beautiful creation of God. They are an object of our love and not hatred. 8

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WORKSHEET-94Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) his act of throwing a log at the snake. 1 (b) remorseful. 1 (c) worthless. 1 (d) It prompted him to harm the snake. 1Ans. 2 : (a) The snake is a majestic creature and is forced to remain underground, out of man’s

sight. 1 (b) The act of throwing a log at the snake / harming the snake. 1 (c) Under the earth / underground / a snake hole. 1 (d) Snake 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

A cursed voice, the voice of education told him that snakes are poisonous and should be killed / did not want to be labelled as a coward. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The poet tried to harm the snake because his education told him that in Sicily, golden snakes

were venomous and a real man would take a stick and finish it off. Moreover, he didn’t want that he should be labelled as a coward. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :He overlooked / ignored the voice of his conscience / snake had not harmed him even then the poet tried to kill him. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Detailed Answer : The poet had ignored the voice of his conscience. He listened to the voice of education and

just as the snake was about to leave, he picked up a log and threw it at him. The snake had not harmed him even then he hit him. Later he felt bad for it and his conscience pricked him. 2

Ans. 3 : The snake had come out of the burning bowels of the earth. After quenching his thirst it started going back and the poet hit him with a log. The poet instantly felt sorry for his unrefined and contemptible act and cursed the voice of education that had shaped his thought processes and urged him to kill the snake. But the snake retreated into the hole in the wall like a majestic king in exile. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2012] 2



Must go by the voice of conscience, must have mutual respect, belief in peaceful co-existence necessary for survival, has no right to harm other forms of life, must believe in ‘live and let live.’ (any other relevant point) 8

Detailed Answer : The poem, ‘Snake’ reminds us of the fact that animals too have a right to life which we have

no right to deny them. One should always listen to the voice of conscience that does not allow us to play with these brainless and innocent creatures.Man cannot afford to tamper with ecology as it has been carefully planned and laid out by nature and it may result in the extinction of wild animals and in the depletion of forests and their wealth. Further man will have to face dire consequences like landslides, floods , droughts and famines if he harms the ecological balance. Nature has supplied the living creatures with abundant resources and man in particular has been able to co-exist with the least discomfort. So it is our moral duty to have mutual respect for these creatures and believe in the principle of Peaceful Co-existence. 8

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C. THE DEAR DEPARTED

WORKSHEET-95Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) She is not satisfied with her mourning dress yet. 1 (b) She needs a new mourning dress. 1 (c) She needs it as her father has died. 1 (d) She is a hypocrite, competes with her sister and does not suffer any grief at her father’s

death. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Mrs. Slater. 1 (b) Mrs. Jordan. 1 (c) to get her share of her father’s possessions. 1 (d) She can be stubborn/ not easy to dissuade/not easy to stop. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : In the beginning of the play, Mrs. Amelia Slater is very edgy and nervous. Actually, she

wants to steal grandfather’s bureau as she likes it very much but she wants to shift it to her room before the Jordans come and for that she has to do it quickly. She doesn’t want the Jordans to know about her theft. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :The pinching of the bureau reinforces the theme of greed; it exposes Mrs. Slater’s greed, mean nature; to satisfy her greedy nature she steals and lies. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2

Detailed Answer : The pinching of the bureau points towards Mrs. Slater being materialistic. It reinforced the

theme of greed by exposing the greedy and mean nature of Mrs. Slater who stole the bureau and then lied to the Jordan’s to satisfy her greedy nature. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :Amelia calls her sister Elizabeth heartless and insensitive. She also feels that Elizabeth is selfish and greedy. Henry means both the sisters are similar in nature. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2


Detailed Answer : Henry Slater uttered the words. I suppose it’s in the family when Amelia calls her sister

Elizabeth heartless and insensitive she also feels that Elizabeth is selfish and greedy. Henry, by saying these words, meant that it is not only Elizabeth but Amelia is also of the same nature. 2


Traits of the two sistersl selfish, greedyl devoid of love and responsibility towards their fatherl insensitivel jealous of each otherl each wants to pull the other down 8

Detailed Answer : The two sisters Mrs. Slater and Mrs. Jordan are selfish and greedy. They are hypocrites

as they maintain double standards. Both of them try to pinch grandfather’s belongings. Mrs. Slater wanted the bureau, the clock and the slippers whereas Elizabeth Jordan wanted his watch. There is a terrible sense of irresponsibility shown towards their father. None of them cared to go up to his room. All they wanted were the materialistic things that he owned. Both sisters are mercenacy of lone and are insensitive. Moreover, they are jealous of each other and each wants to pull the other down. They tried to surpass each other even in the wearing of mourning dress. Their attitude shown towards their father was highly irresponsible as they did not show care, lone and affection towards him. 8

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WORKSHEET-96Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Their father-Abel Merryweather. 1 (b) He has not paid the insurance premium. 1 (c) When it is believed that he is dead. 1 (d) Overdue means something not done by the expected time. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Mrs. Jordan. ½ (b) Henry Slater. 1 (c) When she notices Henry wearing grandfather’s slippers. 1 (d) Stepping into a dead man’s shoes is to take the position of the dead man although

one might not be capable of it. She remarked that he was in a hurry to step into the grandfather’s shoes and didn’t even wait for his funeral. 1+½

Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Mrs. Slater is dressed in black, but not in complete mourning. She has got her husband to

wear a black tailcoat, grey trousers, a black tie and a bowler hat. Victoria, her daughter, is wearing a white frock with a black sash. She feels she will outshine the Jordans as they will not have thought about mourning yet. She is tricky and mean-minded. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 2

Ans. 2 : Amelia had come to the conclusion that Abel Merryweather had passed away. So, the entire family had gathered to mourn the death of the grandfather. Black is the colour of mourning so they all had worn black. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2013) 2


Ans. 3 : Value Points :l To go to the lawyer to alter his will.l Pay the insurance premium.l Get married at St. Phillips Church to Mrs. Shorrocks. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 2

Detailed Answer : Grandfather plans to do three things on next Monday. He decides to consult a lawyer and

alter his will in favour of Mrs. John Shorrocks. Secondly, he decides to marry Mrs. Shorrocks and third, he has to pay his insurance premium which is due. 2


Lust for material things - you only want to getl greed is never satiatedl makes you selfishl love is supremel teaches you to givel makes you selfless 8

Detailed Answer :Lust is all Get ………. Love is all GIVE

In the ever growing and ever – developing world, people have become materialistic. Moral values have degraded. The worst sufferer is the elderly generation. Which is either being neglected or abandoned. The reason being the lust for material things. The greed of a man is never satiated and be becomes self – centered and doesn’t bother about the feelings and emotions of others. People only believe in getting and inheriting things from their parents. All they want is a lion’s share in their parents property and do not pay heed to the happiness of their parents. It is the same that happened in the life of Abel Merryweather who had been living with his daughters turn by turn. The needed only lone from his family members but got only greed and loneliness instead. The story ‘The Dear Departed’ teaches us that love is supreme. It teaches us to give and not giving Love is something which makes us selfless and is required in today’s world which is lacking in these emotion. 8

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WORKSHEET-97Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) These words are spoken by Abel Merryweather. 1 (b) He speaks to his family members. 1 (c) He is referring to the bureau, clock, slippers, etc. 1 (d) They started dividing the things because they presumed Abel to be dead. 1Ans. 2 : (a) ‘I’ stands for Mrs. Slater. 1 (b) Mrs. Jordan. 1 (c) They quarrel over Elizabeth’s attempt not to keep the old man with her at any price. 1 (d) Mrs. Slater and Henry. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Victoria, the granddaughter, has been depicted as a compassionate and loving character

who loved her grandfather and was very upset at the materialistic behaviour of the elders after the so-called death of her grandfather. 2


Ans. 2 : (i) The play revolves around the father. Fathers are loved by their children, but here he is not dear/truly loved by them as they are more interested in dividing up his belongings and are upset when they are informed that he is getting married and that they will not inherit.

(ii) The father has not departed, they presume he is dead without checking or calling a doctor. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 2

Ans. 3 : Grandfather, the departed in this play, was not dear to his daughters and son-in-laws. Though, they did not anxiously wait for his death, they actually did not even regret his sudden passing away. 2


l A difficult timel Grandfather dead, rather than feeling sad parents busy pinching his thingsl Unable to believe my parent’s reaction, specially that of my mother.l Feeling really saddenedl Values-concerned, responsible, respectful 8

Detailed Answer : 16 January 20XX Dear Jeanette, I am very upset today as I saw my mother, whom I take to be my ideal, behave in an

irresponsible manner. It was a difficult time for us as we believed that my grandfather was dead. But instead of being upset, my parents expecially mother was busy pinching his things. She wanted the bureau in his room, the clock and has already passed on grandfather’s slippers to my father. I was rather shocked at this behavior of hers and am unable to believe their reaction. I was really saddened at this. I had never thought even in my dreams about this reaction of my parents.

I think they should behave in a responsible manner. They should have felt sorrow that a soul had departed and shound have shown respect to that departed soul. I wish I could convey my thoughts to my parents, but I know they will not listen to me. My heart feels lightened after sharing my thoughts and emotions with you.

Yours sincerely, Victoria 8

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C. JULIUS CAESAR

WORKSHEET-98Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Calpurnia is Caesar’s wife. 1 (b) The disturbance in the sky indicates some mishappening. 1 (c) Yes indeed, Caesar was murdered. 1 (d) Because she had seen a terrible dream. 1Ans. 2 : (a) Caesar is planning to go to the Senate house at the Capitol. 1 (b) The things refers to unpleasant and unnatural happenings/Calpurnia’s dream. 1 (c) The word vanished means disappear/go away/stop threatening/cease to threaten. 1 (d) Arrogance /overconfidence. 1



Brutus’ love for Rome was greater than his love for Caesar - he believed that Caesar was ambitious. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer :

Brutus was Caesar’s friend. He had a great Republican zeal, noble idealism and he was a great moralist. He was the champion of public liberty and freedom. But he was not a good judge of psychology. He got misled by the conniving nature of the conspirators and joined them to kill Caesar because of his love for the liberty and bright future of the Rome. He believed that Caesar was ambitious and that he would make the Romans slaves if he was allowed to live. Thus he killed him. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :Decius Brutus interpreted Calpurnia’s dream as fair and fortunate - if Caesar did not go to the Senate, their minds might change on crowning him king that day - kindled Caesar’s ambitions. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer :

Decius Brutus is more successful than Calpurnia in persuading Caesar. He has good oratorical skills, gives a flattering interpretation to Calpurnia’s dream. He reinterprets the dream as fair and fortunate. He also tells Caesar that the Senators have planned to offer him the crown. If he does not go to the Senate, they might change their minds on crowing him king that day. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :75 drachmas to every Roman, opened to the public his private gardens and orchards on the banks of the River Tiber for rest and recreation - not only for themselves but also for their heirs. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer :

Caesar’s will was read by Antony. He told the mob that Caesar had left 75 drachmans to every Roman. He also read that the private gardens and orchards on the banks of the river Tiber were open to the public for rest and recreation. This was open not only for the mob but also for their heirs / future generation also. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Yes, I agree with Brutus when he says the given statement to justify his reasons for

assassinating Caesar. Brutus was a patriotic man. To him, the safety of the Romans was more important than anything else. His sole reason for joining the conspiracy was that he thought Rome would be ruined if Caesar was crowned. He had no personal grudges against Caesar; rather, he loved him dearly. But he sacrificed his love for Caesar to save his countrymen. The following lines spoken by Brutus prove this – “As Caesar loved me, I weep for him; as he was fortunate, I rejoice at it; as he was valiant, I honour him: but, as he was ambitious, I slew him.”

Brutus also says at the end of his speech, “— as I slew my best lover for the good of Rome, I have the same dagger for myself, when it shall please my country to need my death.”

When Brutus says, “Not that I love Caesar less, but I loved Rome more.”, he displays idealism and nobility. 8

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WORKSHEET-99Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) Calpurnia and Caesar. 1 (b) One of Caesar’s most loyal friend. 1 (c) To inform that Caesar would not go to the Senate. 1 (d) Calpurnia. 1Ans. 2 : (a) The Calpurnia’s fear was that Caesar might be killed. 1 (b) The cause of her fear were her dreams and the supernatural omens and events. 1 (c) The phrase ‘go forth’ means ‘go out’ or ‘go to the Senate or go ahead’ 1 (d) Let me make request. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : Value Points :

Nightmare - Caesar’s statue spouting blood, Romans dipping hands in Caesar’s blood, a lioness giving birth to cubs on the street, conflict in the heavens, graves giving up the dead. (Any two) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Calpurnia had a nightmare. She saw Caesar’s statue in her dream. Blood was spouting

out of it and Romans were dipping their hands in Caesar’s blood. Then she overheard a watchman say that a lioness had given birth to cubs on the street which was weird. There was a conflict in the heavens and graves seemed to have opened up, showing the dead buried inside. All of thus scared Calpurnia. 2

Ans. 2 : Value Points :Her nightmare and other omens scared her; felt there was a threat to Caesar’s life


Detailed Answer : Calpurnia believed in omens and portents. She had seen and heard about strange sights. This

superstitious woman had a bad dream about her husband. She saw Caesar being murdered. She dreamt that Caesar’s statue was spouting forth blood in showers like a fountain with many spouts. Many happy and brave young citizens of Rome came flocking there with smiling faces and washed their hands joyfully in this flowing blood. She feared that the dream was an evil omen and a warning of coming danger to Caesar. She was terrified by the unnatural and extraordnary things which she thought as portents of danger to Caesar’s life. 2

Ans. 3 : Value Points :l Cassius knows that Antony is a true citizen of Rome and that he loves Caesar and the Romans.l Knows that Antony is a good orator and will be able to sway the public. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 2

Detailed Answer : Cassius does not want Brutus to let Antony speak because he knows that Antony is a true

patriot who loves both Caesar and the Romans. Moreover, he is a good orator and would be able to sway the public by his speech. 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Respected Principal, teachers and my dear friends, a very warm good morning to all. Today, I am going to speak a few words on ‘ends do not justify the means’. We all are so

engrossed in achieving our goals that we hardly stop to think about the means that we use for achieving them. Until and unless the road to success is a fair and proper one, the


end is not proper either. Students often resort to unfair means during the exams to score good marks but don’t you think an honest zero is better than a dishonest A+. If we all stop thinking that in order to achieve our goals, we must adopt unfair means, then this world would be a much better place to live in. I would like to end my speech by reminding all my friends to be careful of the means that will take you towards your goal.

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WORKSHEET-100Extract Based SolutionsAns. 1 : (a) The above mentioned words are spoken by Antony to Caesar’s dead body. 1 (b) Wounds’ here refers to the stab wounds of the dead Caesar. 1 (c) The figure of speech used in the above lines is ‘Apostrophe’. 1 (d) Antony directly addresses the corpse of Caesar as if it were alive and present and was

able to reply. 1Ans. 2 : (a) These words were spoken by Mark Antony. 1 (b) He was referring to the ingratitude of Marcus Brutus. 1 (c) Caesar trusted Brutus/considered him as a friend and his angel/trusted him/relied on

him. 1 (d) fell apart/tore into pieces. 1Short Answer Type SolutionsAns. 1 : As fair and fortunate - citizens washing their hands in the blood spouting from Caesar’s

statue which is a sign that they are deriving inspiration from him. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Ans. 2 : He said he was firm and did not go back on his words / firm as the North Star and would not be influenced by flattery. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Ans. 3 : The most unkindest cut was the cut made by Brutus, his most trustworthy friend / close friend /faithful friend of Caesar / betrayal by his friend. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2

Long Answer Type SolutionAns. 1 : Value points :

l Mark Antony touched the hearts of the people. l Proved to the mob that Caesar was not ambitious. l Exposed the wounded body of Caesar - showed them the stab wounds made by the conspirators. l He aroused their curiosity by repeatedly hinting at Caesar’s will. l Said that Caesar loved them and made the Romans his heirs. l His words were so powerful that the crowd turned against the conspirators. 2 × 4 = 8 (Any four points)

Detailed Answer : Mark Antony is a clever statesman and a good friend of Caesar. He is foresighted enough

to judge that Brutus is a famous public figure and has already won the approval of the plebeians, instead of the censure, after killing Caesar. Now it is upto him to turn the tide, which threatens to flow on the side of the conspirators. Antony proves to be strong in all the ways Brutus proves to be weak. His impulsive, improvisatory nature serves him perfectly to persuade the conspirators that he is on their side, thus gaining leniency. Throughout his speech, he keeps repeating, ‘Brutus is an honouable man.’ “I come to bury Caesar, not to praise him,” whereas he does just the opposite. He is able to persuade the plebeians of the


conspirators’ injustice and gains mass support. He contradicts the charges of Brutus that Caesar was ambitious by pointing out that Caesar had refused the crown thrice, had filled the coffers of Rome and wept for all Romans. Not too scrupulous to stoop to deceit and duplicity, as Brutus claims to be, Antony proves himself to be a consummate politician, using gestures and rhetoric to his advantage. He graphically displays all the stabs, Brutus and others have inflicted on Caesar’s body and uses Caesar’s body to exploit the plebeians emotionally. He responds to subtle cues, tailors his words very deftly and uses the most appropriate actions to incite the people. He deliberately thrusts the words ‘mutiny’ and ‘riot’ at them and gets the desired results.

Unlike Brutus, who prides himself on solely acting with respect to virtue and blinding himself to his personal concerns. Antony never separates his private affairs from his public actions. So Antony’s eulogy at Caesar’s funeral is a master-stroke, and the mention of Caesar’s will that leaves money and his property to all Romans, acts as the final nail in the coffin of the conspirators. So, Antony’s speech is a combination of wit, irony, sarcasm, pathos and satire. 8

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NovelsExtended Reading Text

THE STORY OF MY LIFE

WORKSHEET-101Ans. 1 : Value Points :

l bright and happy childl eager, self-asserting dispositionl as the first baby, she came, she saw, she conqueredl imitated everything others did-actions and wordsl attracted everyone’s attention (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 10

Detailed Answer :

Helen was a very bright and happy child. She attracted everyone’s attention towards her with her mischief. In her childhood, she was an eager and self-asserting child. She imitated everyone and learnt walking as well as talking at an early age. She was the first baby in her family so she received all the love and affection of her family members. Helen herself wrote ‘I came, I saw, I conquered’ as the first baby in the family does. She started walking when she was one-year-old. Her mother had just taken her out of the bath-tub and was holding her in her lap when she started walking towards the leaves that danced in the sunlight. Even her naming ceremony was a big event. She was not to be lightly named being the first baby in the family. She imitated every one and learnt talking at an early age. Everyone was attracted towards her due to these qualities. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :

l Martha was a coloured girl, child of their cook.

l She was servile and understood Helen’s signs.

l Dominated over her, making her do what she desired

l Martha had a love for mischief.

l They would do house-hold work, spend time in the kitchen

l They would go egg-hunting, and visit stables, yards etc.

l Was her constant companion. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 10

Detailed Answer :

Martha Washington was the daughter of the cook who helped Helen Keller’s mother. She was a coloured girl. Since both of them were of the same age group, they could always be seen together. In other words she was Helen’s constant companion. Though she was a child, yet she could very well understand Helen’s sign language. Whenever Helen went out to play, Martha was always by her side. But Helen always dominated her. Martha had a great love for mischief. She used to go egg-hunting for the guinea- fowl eggs in the long grass with Helen. Martha used to spend a lot of time with Helen in the kitchen kneading dough balls, helping make ice-cream, grinding coffee, quarrelling over the cake-bowl and not to forget, feeding the hens and turkeys that swarmed about the kitchen steps. The sheds for storing corn and stables were sources of interest to Martha. In fact she was a mischievous girl who submitted to Helen’s mischief most of the time. 10

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l Miss Sullivan gave Helen a new doll.l She spelled the word ‘doll’ into her hand – thus giving the object a namel In order to make her realise that the word ‘doll’ applied to both dolls, she gave her the

big rag doll.l Impatient at the persistent attempts, Helen dashed the doll to the floor.l She felt neither sorrow nor regret.l Miss Sullivan swept away the fragments.l Went outdoors – returned - remembered the doll she had brokenl Tried to put it back together – repentance and sorrow (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 10

Detailed Answer : Miss Sullivan filled Helen’s life with confidence and joy. She kept on teaching her something

or the other. Her next chapter was nature. She took her to the fields, and to the banks of the Tennessee River to learn about nature. Helen started enjoying the world she live in. Miss Sullivan made her feel the beauty in the woods, blades of grass, birds, flowers, in fact almost everything. But one stormy day gave Helen a feeling that nature can be cruel also. She was sitting on the branch of a tree and Miss Sullivan went home to bring lunch. Helen was left alone there. Suddenly, Helen felt the heat of the sun lessening and a terrible shaking of the trees. she grew frightened and longed for her teacher’s arrival. The feeling of terror kept on increasing and she made up her mind to jump down. Suddenly her teacher seized her hand and helped her down. The experience shook Helen terribly. it took her a long time to gather enough courage to climb another tree. But finally she climbed the mimosa tree which had large branches and rough barks. The feeling of having done something wonderful and unusual filled Helen’s mind. she felt like a fairy on a rosy cloud and spent many happy hours in the tree. 10


lGraham Bell, inventor of telephone, a good friend / companion / great support, interested in his experiments and presentation of different theories in an interesting way, dedicated her book to Graham Bell. 10

(Any other relevant point) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015]

ORValue Points :

l Dr. Alexander Graham Bell holds a special place in the life of Hellen Keller. Helen’s father met him about Helen as he knew much about schools and teachers of deaf or blind children. He advised Helen’s father to see Mr. Anagnos for arranging a teacher for Helen. Helen spent many days with him in Washington. 10

[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014]

Detailed Answer : Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone was a good friend and companion to

Helen. He remained a great support to her. Dr. Alexander Graham Bell first met Keller when she was six years old and her parents

brought her to him for advice on how to teach her. This meeting was not only the beginning of a long friendship between Dr. Bell and Helen, but it also proved to be the foundation of Helen’s education and life. In fact, Helen has dedicated her autobiography ‘The Story of My Life’ to him. She has mentioned his sympathetic and tender nature that made her love him from her first visit itself. It was at his suggestion that Helen’s father wrote to Mr. Anagnos and subsequently found Miss Sullivan as a teacher for Helen. She visited him at


his home and laboratory. He appears to be a wonderful and patient teacher who could instill enthusiasm and interest in his students. He was a humorous person and had love for children, particularly those who were deaf. Dr. Bell could understand Helen’s signs and acted like the door through which Helen could pass from darkness to light. He remained a good friend to Helen and Miss Anne Sullivan and accompained them on a trip to the world fare. He was a true friend who haleped Helen whenever she needed it. 10

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l Mildred Keller—Helen’s younger sisterl Initial jealousy, later became close to herl While at Fern Quarry—went to gather persimmons with her.l Got lost in woodsl Mildred alert—observed trestle-shortcut home.l Suddenly saw train—Luckily they climbed down in time 10 (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2013)

Detailed Answer : Helen had a younger sister called Mildred. Before her birth, Helen was the darling daughter

of her parents. But after the arrival of Mildred, she had ceased to be so. As a result she started treating Mildred as an intruder. The thought of Mildred receiving more love from her mother filled Helen with jealousy. Mildred took her place in her mother’s lap and took up all the care and time of her mother which was not acceptable to Helen. Her jealousy reached its height when Helen saw Mildred sleeping peacefully in her doll’s cradle. She became angry and showed her anger by overturning the cradle. It was only her mother’s timely intervention that saved her from falling. With the passage of time, this jealousy turned into an affectionate relationship. The signs of bonding could be seen very clearly. Mildred could not understand her sign language yet understanding and love grew between both of them. Affection grew in their hearts and they went hand in hand wherever they went. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :l Father developed her interest in nature – furthered by Miss Sullivan.l Miss Sullivan taught her out doors mostly – in the lap of nature.l The climbing incident – scared – learnt of the benevolence and dangerous side of nature.l Swimming in the ocean – scared – but didn’t prevent her from going into water again.l Found her way around by the fragrance of plants and trees.l Studied Botany, Zoology, Geography, History through nature. 10 (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016)

Detailed Answer : Helen’s father was very affectionate towards her. It was he who developed her interest in

nature. He used to take her out into the garden where he read stories to her. Her house was covered with vines, climbing roses and honeysuckles and it was the favourite haunt of honeybees and hummingbirds. Helen considered it to be the paradise of her childhood. Miss Sullivan also played an important role in developing Helen’s love towards nature. She always taught her outdoors in the lap of nature. She learnt all the subjects like zoology, botany, geography, etc. outdoors. Miss Sullivan took her to river-banks, built dams of pebbles, and dug river-beds in order to teach her. She learnt the growth of a plant by actually feeling its growth day-by-day in order and systematically. Once Miss Sullivan took her outdoors, while sitting on a tree branch, she was caught in a storm. She was terrified as Miss Sullivan


had gone home to bring food. At that moment, she realized that nature could be benevolent as well as dangerous. Despite her disability, she learnt swimming. She had a bad experience in the ocean as well but that did not deter her from learning how to swim. Her experiences with nature made her come out as a woman who could move ahead on the path of life with full confidence. 10

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WORKSHEET-104Ans. 1 : Helen was a great lover of nature. She was surprised at what mother earth had in store for

everyone. Birds and animals were always a source of interest for her. She used to hunt for guinea-fowl’s eggs in the long grass when she was a child but never allowed her friend Martha to carry the eggs home, for the fear that she might break them. In another incident, she was gifted little Tim, a canary as a Christmas gift by the Tuscumbia School children. Miss Sullivan taught her how to take care of her new pet. She prepared his bath, made his cage clean and sweet, filled his cups with fresh seed and water from the well house and hung a spray of chickweed in his swing. She used to feed him candied cherries out of her hand but felt very sad when the bird fell prey to a cat after its cage was left on a window sill. During her stay at Brewstar, Miss Sullivan attracted her attention towards a great horseshoe crab. She felt it and thought it strange that he carried his house on his back. Suddenly, she wanted to have him as her pet. She seized him by the tail with both hands and carried him home. His body was very heavy but somehow she dragged him and with the help of Miss Sullivan, put him in a trough near the well to keep him secure. But the next morning she found him to be missing. At first she felt disappointed but later felt happy that perhaps he had returned to the sea where he belonged. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :l Taught her to face difficulties-overcome fear.l Helen climbed tree—Miss Sullivan went to get lunch-approaching storms-Helen scared-

Miss Sullivan returned-helped her down—incident didn’t prevent her from climbing again.

l Ocean-playing in water-joyful—foot struck rock-water rushed overhead-tried to grab support-tossed about-scared-thrown to shore-incident didn’t prevent her from going into water again.

l Accused of plagiarism-didn’t prevent her from writing.l Inspite of her darkness, loneliness, frustrations-never gave up. 10 (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015)

Detailed Answer : Helen Adam Keller was a brave and courageous girl. Despite her physical disabilities, she

never stepped back a foot. Her life taught her to face difficulties and overcome fear. Miss Sullivan’s entry in her life also helped her a lot in overcoming her struggles. Once, when she climbed a tree and Miss Sullivan went home to get lunch, the weather changed and became stormy. Helen became scared because she was alone on the tree. She decided to jump down but by that time, Miss Sullivan had returned and helped her get down. She was scared to death and realized that nature can be violent also. But this incident didn’t deter her. She forgot all about it and climbed the mimosa tree after a few days.

In another incident while playing in the ocean water her foot struck a rock and she was hurt. Water rushed overhead but she didn’t know what to do. She tried to grab support but she could only catch water in her hand. She was scared but somehow she was thrown to the shore. This incident also frightened her but didn’t prevent her from going into water again.

When Helen took to writing, she wrote ‘The Frost Fairies’ and gifted it to Mr. Anagnos who got it published. She was charged of plagiarism. She had a ghastly time when she had to face her charges but that also didn’t prevent her from writing.


Thus, we can say that inspite of her darkness, loneliness, frustration, she kept on moving ahead and never gave up. She was a determined fighter indeed. 10

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WORKSHEET-105Ans. 1 : Helen had a different way of learning subjects like Geography, History, etc. She went with

Miss Sullivan to an old tumble–down lumber wharf on the Tennessee River which was had been used during the Civil War to land soldiers. She built dams of pebbles, made islands and lakes, dug river-beds all for fun, never realising that she was learning a lesson. She listened to Miss Sullivan’s descriptions of burning mountains, buried cities, moving rivers of ice, etc. She made raised maps on clay so that she could feel the mountain ridges and valleys and follow the course of the river with her fingers.

She learnt Arithmetic by stringing beads in groups and by arranging kindergarten straws, she learned how to add and subtract. She did not have the patience to arrange more than five or six groups at a time.

She studied Zoology and Botany also in a leisurely manner. She listened carefully to the description of the terrible beasts which tramped the forests and died in the swamps of an unknown age.

The growth of a plant itself taught her a lesson in science. She bought a lily and set it in a sunny window. Very soon she noticed the signs of opening in the pointed buds. This process was reluctant in the beginning but later on used to go on rapidly–in order and systematically. There was always one bud larger and more beautiful than the rest which pushed her outer covering with more pomp. In a way she learned from life itself. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :l Regarded her as an intruder initially.l Jealous of her—she ceased to be mother’s only darling.l Discovered Mildred sleeping in her doll’s cradle—overturned it—Luckily mother

caught her in time.l Later signs of bondingl Couldn’t understand her, she could not understand finger language. Yet grew in

understanding and love. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2013) 10

Detailed Answer : Mildred Keller was Helen’s younger sister. Before she was born, Helen used to get all the

attention of her parents but with Mildred’s birth, things changed a bit and Helen became jealous of her but later both of them became very close to each other. Mildred was an alert and observant child. Once they were at Fern Quarry. They went out to gather persimmons and got lost in woods. It started getting dark but they were unable to find their way back home. On the way, Mildred observed a trestle and realised that it was a shortcut to their home. So, they all started walking on that path. Suddenly, she saw a train moving towards them. She alerted Helen and both of them were lucky enough to climb down in time. The train zoomed past them. It was Mildred’s alertness which had saved something terrible from happening. 10

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Helen’s visit to the Niagra Fallsl Her visit to Niagara Falls an eye-openerl Could feel the glory of nature through vibrations and other sensory perceptions.l Felt great ; humbled. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 10


Detailed Answer : The chief incident of the year 1893 was when Helen went to Washington during the

inauguration of President Cleveland and her visit to Niagara falls and the World’s Fair. Helen’s visit to the Niagara Falls was an eye-opener for her. It was very difficult to describe the emotions produced in her heart while she stood near the Niagara Falls and ‘felt the air vibrate and the earth tremble’. She was accompanied by Miss Sullivan and Dr. Graham Bell. Whenever she described her visit to Niagara and its beauties, people would ask her in wonder ‘What did the beauties of Niagara mean to her when she could neither see the waves rolling up the beach nor hear their roar ?’ But when she saw Niagara she could feel the glory of nature through vibrations and other sensory perceptions. She felt great and humbled on that day. 10

Ans. 2 : Value points :

l Helen recognizes Annie’s contribution throughout her life as a teacher, interpreter, friend, companion and motivator.

l Annie never misses an opportunity to teach Helen, whether it be academically or life skills, Annie Sullivan’s most instrumental effect is felt when she makes Helen “Think.”

l It is this that helps Helen make the connection between the abstract and the physical, her nurturing and care allowed a lost and lonely child to grow and mature.

l She became her student’s closest family companion and friend. Examples to be given (atleast four points)

l The ability of Helen Keller to surmount her handicaps and learn to read, write, and speak despite her deafness and blindness was a miracle, success due to the constant support of and undying encouragement from her teacher.


Detailed Answer : Anne Sullivan, persevered in showing her temperamental and uncooperative student, the

method to establish some sort of communication and contact with the world that Helen could not see, hear, or understand. Empathized with her student without letting the latter get away with whatever the latter wished to do. Rewarded with an equally enthusiastic student, who demonstrated a thirst for knowledge once the barrier formed by her handicaps that isolated her from the outside gradually started to crumble because of the diligence of Anne Sullivan. Helen matured into a selfless and compassionate adult, who followed in her mentor’s footsteps to work for the well-being of the blind and deaf, as well as for other unfortunate people.

Helen recognized Anne’s contribution throughout her life as a teacher, mentor, interpreter, friend, companion and motivator. Annie was extremely patient and tolerant with Helen. She treated her with sensitivity but with firmness. She never missed an opportunity to teach Helen, whether it be in academics or life skills. Annie Sullivan’s most instrumental effect is felt when she makes Helen “think” as that helped Helen to make the connection between the abstract and the physical. Her nurturing and care allowed a lost and lonely child to grow, mature and explore. She taught her the manual alphabets. She became her student’s closest family, companion and friend, a guiding force. Helen Keller surmounted her handicaps and learnt to read, write and speak despite her blindness and deafness. It was a miraculous success acheved due to the constant support and undying encouragement from her teacher. 10

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WORKSHEET-107Ans. 1 : Charge of Plagiarism

l She was accused of plagiarising ‘The Frost Fairies’ by Ms. Margaret T. Canby in her story ‘The Frost King’.

l She was accused of not telling an original story.

l She was unaware of plagiarism in any form.

l It shook her confidence.

l It demotivated her.

l It left her demoralized.

l Ms. Sullivan helped and consoled her, restored her self-confidence, persuaded her to write for the Youth’s Companion a brief account of her life.

l Lost her dearest friend, Mr. Anagnos of the Perkins Institute for the blind.


Detailed Answer : When Helen was summoned by the investigative body to answer on the charges of

plagiarism, she was very distressed. In the beginning, she pleaded innocence and assured that she could not recall Miss Canby’s The Frost Fairies’ being read out to her. Miss Sullivan also had not even heard of the book called ‘Birdie and his Friends.’ Later, it was found that Ms. Sophie had read many books to Helen in Anne’s absence. Whereas, Mr. Anagnos thought that Helen and Miss Sullivan had copied someone else’s stories to impress him.

She found that irrespective of her explanations, the committee had already decided that Helen had copied ‘The Frost King’ from Miss Margaret T. Canby’s ‘Frost Fairies’. This had frightened Keller so much that she refused to resume writing. Even while writing letters to her mother, she would double-check them to ensure that each and every word or expression was her own creation. She was very upset and got many consolations. Even Miss Canby kindly sent her a letter. But still this was a black cloud in Helen’s garden of childhood.

This incident shook Helen’s confidence. It demotivated her and left her demoralised. It was at this stage that Miss Anne Sulivan came to her rescue again. She consoled and helped restore her self-confidence. Miss Sullivan persuaded her to write for the Youth’s Companion—a brief account of her life. Helen did so hesitatingly. But this incident made her lose her dearest friend Mr. Anagnos also because Helen had dedicated her book to him on his birthday, but he never stood by her throughout the court activities. 10


l Extremely patient and tolerant with Helen.

l Handled her with sensitivity but firmly.

l Encouraged her to explore.

l Taught her the manual alphabet.

l A true friend and companion - a guiding force.

l A good tutor – broadened her horizons – opened the window to life.

l Constant support and motivation.

l Her presence helped Helen to study and learn like normal children. (Any five points) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 10

Detailed Answer : Miss Anne Sullivan was Helen’s instructor as well as a guide. Without her help and

guidance, Helen would never have progressed so much in her life. Miss Sullivan taught her all the subjects starting with the spellings, with great patience. It helped Helen in


communicating with others. Both of them had a good time with each other throughout their lives. Miss Sullivan was always by her side, teaching her through examples of nature. Her interpretations were vivid and clear. Helen never had any problem in understanding whatever she taught her. Miss Sullivan stood by Helen through thick and thin. When Helen was charged with plagiarism, she investigated into the matter and brought out the truth in front of the world that it was only an unknowing error on part of Helen and that she had not done anything intentionally. Helen’s life had changed after her arrival and she enjoyed each and every moment spent with Miss Sullivan. 10

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WORKSHEET-108Ans. 1 : Value points :

Helen’s relation with Dr. BellDr. Bell exposed her to a new world, new sensations, discoveries, travels etc.interacted with nature and people more than beforeinculcated scientific curiosity - visit to Niagara Falls [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 10

Detailed Answer : Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone was a good friend and companion of

Helen. He was a great support to Helen Keller. He held a special place in her life. Helen spent many days with him in Washington. She was interested in his experiments and presentation of different theories in an interesting way. Dr. Bell exposed her to a new world. He told her about new sensations, new discoveries, travels etc. She visited the World Fair where Dr. Bell told her the detailed functions of devices like telephones, autophones, phonographs and many other scientific inventions. All these added to her knowledge and vocabulary. She visited the Niagara Falls also where she was accompanied by Miss Anne Sullivan and Dr. Graham Bell. He inculcated scientific curiosity in her. Helen was so impressed with Dr. Bell that she dedicated her autobiography to him. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :Miss Anne Mansfield Sullivan is Helen’s teacher. She is actually a friend, philosopher and guide for her. She helps Helen Keller in learning the language. She is very humble and considerate. She is a great person and has a missionary zeal. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014] 10

Detailed Answer : Miss Anne Sullivan was Helen’s instructor as well as a guide. Without her help and

guidance, Helen would never have progressed so much in her life. Miss Sullivan taught her all the subjects starting with the spellings, with great patience. It helped Helen in communicating with others. Both of them had a good time with each other throughout their lives. Miss Sullivan was always by her side, teaching her through examples from nature. Her interpretations were vivid and clear. Helen never had any problem in understanding whatever she taught her. Miss Sullivan stood by Helen through every thick and thin. When Helen was charged with plagiarism, she investigated into the matter and brought out the truth in front of the world that it was only an unknowing error on part of Helen and that she had not done anything intentionally. Helen’s life had changed after her arrival and she enjoyed each and every moment spent with Miss Sullivan. 10

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l Problems in getting admission to Radcliffe - mention atleast three.

l Many of the books she needed not embossed in time to begin her classes.

l Special instructions couldn’t be given due to large classes.

l Not easy to take notes.

l Uses a typewriter.

l Lectures spelled into her hand.

l Needed more time to prepare lessons.

l Says-I slip back many times, I fall, I stand.

l Fears examination. (Any other suitable point) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 10

Detailed Answer : Helen had high hopes from college life, but was left completely disillusioned because

getting admission into Radcliffe was difficult. But she was thrilled when she got admission. However, her troules did not end here. Many of the books she needed were not embossed in time to begin her classes. She could n’t be given special instructions because the strength of the class was large. It was not easy for her to take the notes because she used a typewriter. Miss Sullivan used to spell the lectures into her hand. She found the pattern completely disorganized and non-synchronized. Helen felt that she was a bull in a China shop. Before examination Helen had to go through many different aspects of study and she took more time to prepare her lessons. Her mind became overburdened with heterogeneous matter which almost disappeared while attempting an exam. Helen says ‘I slip back many times, I fall, I stand’ because she tried to remember the points and jot down the matter to put them into order but unfortunately she could not make head and tail out of its so she started develop in a fear of taking the examination. 10

Ans. 2 : Helen Keller was a great woman who was born on June 27, 1880 in Tuscumbia, a little town of northern Alabama. When she was still a child, she fell ill and lost her sight as well as hearing. The world outside became dark and silent. Initially, she used to have fits of temper when she realized that she was different from others but gradually she adjusted herself in a positive way to the life which fate had chosen for her. Her teacher, Miss Anne Sullivan helped her a lot in this. Her relationship with Miss Sullivan was long-lasting and she never moved without her. She taught Helen to communicate with others through words and later sentences.

Helen had a great respect for physical bravery. She had a sportsman’s spirit and never felt defeated. She loved nature and wanted to be in the presence of the trees, animals, birds, flower, bushes, etc. Despite her physical disabilities, she learnt how to climb trees, swimming, etc. She enjoyed the snowfall at Boston.

Helen was a girl who liked the company of others. She never felt shy. She used to greet the guests when they visited her parents. She went to celebrate Christmas with Tuscumbia school children and exchanged gifts with them.

She loved fragrances. Whenever she was free, she used to go out into the orchards and gardens to enjoy the fragrances of persimmons, lilies, jasmines, ripe peaches, etc. Her descriptions of her various experiences were very vivid and clear.

In short, we can say that Helen was an optimistic lady who never let her disabilities come in the way of her progressing life. Life to her was a teacher and she learnt many things from it. 10

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l Extremely patient and tolerant with Helen. l Handled her with sensitivity but firmly. l Encouraged her to explore. l Taught her the manual alphabet. l A true friend and companion - a guiding force. l A good tutor – broadened her horizons – opened the window to life. l Constant support and motivation. l Her presence helped Helen to study and learn like normal children. (Any five points)


Detailed Answer :

Miss Anne Sullivan was Helen’s instructor as well as a guide. Without her help and guidance, Helen would never have progressed so much in her life. Mis Sullivan taught her all the subjects starting with the spellings, with great patience. It helped Helen in communicating with others. Both of them had a good time with each other throughout their lives. Miss Sullivan was always by her side, teaching her through examples of nature. Her interpretations were vivid and clear. Helen never had any problem in understanding whatever she taught her. Miss Sullivan stood by Helen through thick and thin. When Helen was charged with plagiarism, she investigated into the matter and brought out the truth in front of the world that it was only an unknowing error on part of Helen and that she had not done anything intentionally. Helen’s life had changed after her arrival and she enjoyed each and every moment spent with Miss Sullivan. 10

Ans. 2 : Helen looked forward to her second year at Gilman’s school. However, she was confronted with unexpected difficulties that year which caused her a great deal of frustration. She had to study mathematics without the needed tools. The classes were larger and it was not possible for the Cambridge teachers to give her special instructions. Anne Sullivan had to read all the books to her. Helen had to wait in order to buy a Braille writer so that she could do her algebra, geometry and physics.When the embossed books and the other apparatus arrived, Helen’s difficulties began to disappear and she began to study with confidence. However, Mr. Gilman thought that Helen was overworked and was breaking down. He insisted that she was overworked, and that she should remain at his school three years longer. He made changes in her studies. A difference of opinion between Mr. Gilman and Miss Sullivan resulted in Helen’s mother withdrawing Helen and Mildred from the Cambridge school. Helen went on to continue her studies under a tutor. Helen found it easier to study with a tutor than receive instructions in class.When Helen took her exam in June 1899, she faced many difficulties, as the administrative board of Radcliffe did not realize how difficult they were making her examinations. They did not understand the peculiar difficulties Helen had to go through. However, Helen, with her great and determination, overcame them all. 10

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THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL


The Frank family received a call-up notice. The family was scared. The vision of the concentration camps and lonely cells was frightening. So, they decided to go into hiding even if it had to be a month earlier than what had been planned. Anne and her sister packed the most important things in a schoolbag, no Jew in that situation would dare to leave the house with a suitcase full of clothes, so they all wrapped themselves in many layers of clothes as if going off to spend the night in a refrigerator, each took a satchel and a bag full of important things, Margot-Anne’s sister took her bike to their reach destination, other three members walked in the pouring rain, Miep escorted them to the Secret Annexe. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 10

Detailed Answer : The Frank family received a call – up notice. The family got scared as the vision of the

concentration camps and the lonely calls was frightening. They decided to go into hiding as the call – up notice was far Margot and not Otto frank. They started making preparations by sending their clothes, food and furniture to other people as they neither wanted their belongings to be seized by the Germans nor did they want to be taken into their clutches. It was a month earlier than they had planned but the decision had been taken. Anne and Margot packed the most important things in a schoolbag. No Jew in such a situation would dare to leave the house with a suitcase full of belongings. They wrapped themselves in many layers of clothes as if they were going to spend a night in a refrigerator. Margot took her bike to reach the secret annexe where as the other three members walked in the pouring rain Miep and Jan helped them in shifting their baggage. They left the house in a mess to create an impression that they had left in a hurry. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :l Anne takes him as shy, lazy, awkward and introspective when he joined the annexel Though he is attractive with blue eyes, dark curly hair Anne does not consider him

attractive for a good companyl Thinks he possessed a weak persona against the strong and optimistic approach of her

towards lifel He could be easily influencedl Always preferred a comfortable way out of the situationl Didn’t want to take struggle in the right spirit. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 10

Detailed Answer : Peter van Daan was the teenage son of the van Daans, whose real name was Peter van Pels.

Anne first saw Peter as obnoxious, lazy, and hypersensitive, but later they both became close friends. Peter was a quiet, timid and honest boy who was sweet to Anne. During their time in the annexe, Anne and Peter developed a romantic attraction. He was very fond of reading books, especially if they were meant for adult reading. Once he hid in the loft to read one such book and got so engrossed in reading that he forgot to come down for dinner. His father came up to call him and hit him hard when he found him reading the book. He was refused dinner that night.

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l Anne was a very restless and energetic girll Didn’t get along with anyone except with Mr. Frankl Had series of arguments with Dr. Dussell Rows with Margot/refused her mother to sing the prayer with herl Mr. Frank had to intervene/advised Anne to listen to her mother (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015) 10

Detailed Answer : Anne was a teenager who shared all her secrets with her diary-Kitty. She was a very restless

and energetic girl but had a split personality. One half of her was free, flirty, cheerful and easy-going, whereas the other half was kind, thoughtful and caring. She didn’t get along with any one of the residents of the secret annexe except her father, Mr. Otto Frank. She had constant rows with Margot and believed that her mother loved Margot, her elder sister, more than her. Anne didn’t like the eighth entrant Alfred Dussel as she had to share her room with him. She used to have series of arguments with him. Then, there was Mrs. van Daan who didn’t like Anne at all. She always blamed Mrs. Frank for not teaching anything to Anne Frank. This used to upset Anne and she always retaliated, thus getting a black mark against her. One night her mother told her to sing the prayer with her but she didn’t like the idea and refused. Her mother Mrs. Edith Frank, became upset and complained to her husband. Mr. Frank had to intervene to solve this problem and advised Anne to listen to her mother. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :l Before going in hiding Anne’s relationship of a normal teenager, spoiled by mother,

mother took interest in her friendsl Would tease her about boyfriends l When Anne went into hiding mother was very understandingl Anne started resenting being treated like a babyl Anne disliked her for giving ‘sermons’ / thought her ideas differentl Thought mother was favoring her sisterl Started having bust-ups with her motherl Most of Anne’s resentment was due to the strange circumstances (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 10

Detailed Answer : Before going into hiding Anne had a normal relationship with her mother. She would

tease her about her boyfriend. Even when they all went into hiding, her mother was very understanding. But gradually the misunderstandings started building up.

Anne’s relationship with her mother changed into a complex and complicated one. The complexities arose from the difference in disposition and temperament between the two and the complications stemmed from these complexities. Anne felt that she did not fit in with them, she saw her mother as being very sentimental and always trying to put up a picture of a family that got along well together without taking into account individual feelings which might be different than the one she imposed upon them. She felt detached from her; there was a gap in understanding between the two. She did not get along with her mother and felt alienated from her, their fractions relationship notwithstanding anne couldn’t stand her mother because she thought that her mother was not interested in what went on in her daughter’s mind the Anne felt that she knew her girlfriends better than her mother. Anne believed that her mother, in spite of being well-educated, did not know much about the world and did not care for it either. Anne realised that her mother was not an


ideal mother who would support her emotionally. She felt that there was lack of sweetness and more of sacrcasm in her mother. Her accusations affected her so much that she did not confide in her. She never felt one with her mother. Anne was an independent spirit and could function in life without her mother’s support. We can look at it this way that her mother somewhat knew about this and in order to retain the parent child relationship, she treated Anne like a child because it is hard for a parent to come to terms with a child who doesn’t need a parent to live life, who is capable of taking care of herself they are, so her mother did not understand that and continued to flow the parents’ template of behaviour. Fact of the matter, is every child is different and there are no rules when it comes to bringing up a child. So there seems to have been a gap in communication from both sides and this led to a difference of understanding between mother and daughter. However, as Anne grew up, she forgave her mother for her failure and decided to be more considerate towards her.

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Kept herself busy in some activity or the other.Besides doing household chores - read books, translated a book, wrote down vocabulary words, translated French grammar, worked on shorthand and wrote diary. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016) 10

Detailed Answer : After going into the hiding in the secret annexe, Anne and her family faced a lot of problems.

They were completely cut-off from the outer world. They had no means of recreation or entertainment and felt the days to be too long. Anne didn’t like this monotonous life. She kept herself busy in some activity or the other. She used to help her mother in her household chores. Besides doing that, she read many books which were supplied to them by their friends Jan, Miep and Bep She translated a book in French grammar. She worked at shorthand as well and wrote her diary also. They had to economize the usage of electricity so after it was too dark, Anne sometimes joined the other people in Annexe in their crazy activities like telling riddles, doing calisthenics in the dark, speaking English or French, reviewing books etc. But all these activities also got boring. So they discovered a new pasttime. They started using a good pair of binoculars to peek into the lighted rooms of the neighbors. So, life kept on moving for all of them, ever though at a slow pace. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :Hanukkah and St. Nicholas Day celebrated with enthusiasm, Anne’s father quietly made some arrangements with the help of his employees, each character manages to snatch some moments of hope and happiness, Mr. van Daan made a menorah out of wood, gifts were exchanged and candles were lighted. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 10

Detailed Answer : Amongst all the tension and stress, arrived Hanukkah and St. Nicholas Day. These were

celebrated with great enthusiasm. Both the festivals fell on the same day. Anne’s father quietly made some arrangements with the help of his employees. They all had fun on that day and each character managed to snatch some moments of hope and happiness. Mr. van Daan made a menorah out of wood. Everyone exchanged gifts. Candles were lighted but only for ten minutes as the candles were in short supply. To sum up, each and every member participated in the celebration of Hanukkah and St. Nicholas Day in his or her own way. 10

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Anne’s parents had to migrate to Holland in 1933. The Frank sisters had to leave their Montessori school, were ordered to study in Jewish schools, father had to sell his business.


Detailed Answer : Anne was a courageous Jewish girl. She lived in Frankfurt with her family till she was four

years old. Then her parents immigrated to Holland in 1933 and she was sent to stay with her grandmother. Her sister Margot also stayed back with their grandmother. They were both sent to Montessori school and received their education there till Anne was six. But due to anti-Jewish commandments, Anne was sent to a Jewish Lyceum and she had to leave the Montessori school. Anne did not like it and there were tears in her eyes as well as in the eyes of Mrs. Kupercus, the principal of the Montessori school. Then came the anti-Jewish laws by Hitler which set the trigger for the sufferings and problems suffered by Jews. These decrees restricted the freedom of Jews. They were required to wear a yellow star, forbidden to use street cars, they could not even own or ride them. They were supposed to shop between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Thus, we can see that Anne faced ‘racism’ at many junctures of life but the final blow came when they received the call-up notice. Her father immediately decided to go into hiding. They had to walk in the pouring rain to reach the secret annexe-their hiding place. The living conditions were poor in the annexe but they had no other option and stayed in hiding till the end. 10

Ans. 2 : The inhabitants of the secret annexe continued to have squabbles and heartburns on one or the other matter. Mr. and Mrs. van Daan quarrelled loudly and nastily. Mrs. van Daan was a disagreeable woman who frequently complained something or the other about Anne. She had a row with Mr. Frank only because she found the Franks using her china instead of their own. Anne’s mother and Mrs. van Daan did not get along well, no harmony existed in Anne’s family too. Dr. Dussel proved to be a very stingy, selfish and mean man, denied Anne the use of a table and he continued to violate the laws of the annexe thus, risking his and others’ lives. Dr. Dussel was a selfish man who never bothered about others. He was an irresponsible person.The Franks also were not a happy family. Anne always thought that her parents loved Margot more than her so she never paid any respect to her mother. With the result that the atmosphere in the annexe was not friendly. (CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014) 10

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WORKSHEET-115Ans. 1 : Anne’s fountain pen was one of her most prized possessions which she valued highly. It

had a thick nib and had led a long and interesting fountain pen life. The fountain pen packed, in cotton, had arrived all the way from Aachen in a red leather case. She liked it the moment she received it as she felt herself to be the proud owner of a fountain pen. To her good luck, she was allowed to take the pen to school and even her teachers let her use it in the class. She was provided with a new case for the pen at the age of twelve. She liked the pen so much that she took it with her even to the annexe. The pen had raced through countless diaries and compositions. But one day, when she swept the floor after rubbing beans she accidentally threw it into the stove and found the remains in the morning. At first she was very sad but later she was happy that at least it was cremated just as she would be one day. 10

Ans. 2 : Miep Gies was a close friend of the Franks, as she worked in Otto Frank’s company. Her husband Jan and she both helped the Franks a lot when they were preparing to shift to the secret annexe. They used to stuff their belongings in bags and pockets and take them to their hiding place. Most of the times she used to smuggle food for them into the annexe.


She even baked cakes for them on special occasions. In other words, she turned out to be a good friend of the Franks who helped them in their hour of need. Miep often visited the secret annexe and brought the news from the outside and of course a breath of fresh air too whenever she came. Since Anne didn’t have any friend, she sometimes found a good friend in Miep. Miep always tried her best to make the situation of the persons hiding in the annexe a little more comfortable. 10

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Anne’s resentment due to the strange circumstances she was in - confined to a small place with fear being her constant companion - initially mother was jovial – teased her about her boyfriend - praised her for her school reports but later Anne did not like to be treated like a baby – did not want to be sermonized – felt that her mother was not an ideal mother who would support her emotionally - felt mother was more fond of her sister - blamed Anne for everything - jealous of her father’s attention to her sister - blamed Anne for everything - jealous of her father’s attention to her mother - mother’s sarcasm - lack of sweetness - accusations affected her, so did not confide in her. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 10

Detailed Answer : Anne’s relationship with her mother was of a complex and complicated nature. The

complexities arose from the difference in disposition and temperament between the two and the complications stemmed from these complexities. Anne felt that she did not fit in with them, she saw her mother as being very sentimental and that always trying to put up a picture of a family that got along well together without taking into account individual feelings which might be different than the ones she imposed upon them. She felt detached from her; there was a gap in understanding between the two. She did not get along with her mother and felt alienated from her, their fractious relationship notwithstanding, Anne’s mother would fiercely defend her daughter if anybody raised a finger against her. Sometimes Anne couldn’t stand her mother because she thought that her mother was not interested in what went on in her daughter’s mind and Anne felt that she knew her girlfriends better than her mother. Anne believed that her mother, in spite of being well-educated, did not know much about the world and did not care for it either. Anne realised that her mother was not an ideal mother who would support her emotionally. She felt that there was lack of sweetness and more of sarcasm in her mother. Her accusation affected her so much that she did not confide in her. She never felt one with her mother. Anne was an independent spirit and could function in life without her mother’s support. We can look at it this way that her mother somewhat knew about this and in order to retain the parent child relationship, she treated Anne like a child because it is hard for a parent to come to terms with a child who doesn’t need a parent to live life, who is capable of taking care of herself without being nurtured by her parents. But every child needs their parent no matter how strong and capable they are, so her mother did not understand that and continued to follow the parents’ template of behaviour. Fact of the matter is, every child is different and there are no rules when it comes to bringing up a child. So, there seems to have been a gap in communication from both sides and this led to a difference of understanding between mother and daughter. However, as Anne grew up, she forgave her mother for her failures and decided to be more considerate towards her. 10

Ans. 2 : Anne was born on June 12, 1929 in Frankfurt, Germany. She was four years old when her father moved to Holland to find a better place for the family to live. She was very intelligent and perceptive, and wanted to become a writer. She loved Peter and had strong feelings for him. She even had to face opposition from her parents in this regard but she kept on meeting him. Anne was a good reader. Though in hiding she kept reading something or the other every day to continue her studies. She translated chapters, wrote down the vocabulary words and used to work hard on Maths problems even though she didn’t like


Maths. She enjoyed shorthand but later left it as her eyesight grew weak and she could not visit an ophthalmologist as long as she was in hiding in the secret annexe. She read the biographies of Galileo, Galili and Franz Liszt. She was interested in reading the Bible and Greek and Roman mythology. She wanted to become a journalist.

Like any other child, she loved her parents but later developed a dislike for her mother as she used to compare her to Margot, her elder sister whom she felt jealous of. She always had a feeling that her father loved her more than her mother. Anne was an optimistic girl who learnt a lot from her sufferings. She always believed that a time would come when all their problems would be over and they would lead a happy, tension-free life after the war had ended. Anne had many friends but not a single one in whom she could confide. Thus, she made Kitty, her diary, her friend and gave way to all her feelings in it. Anne died of typhus in the concentration camp at Bergen-Belsen in late February or early March of 1945.

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l spent in the shadow of fearl restricted life/didn’t have friendsl had to make adjustmentsl took away her childhoodl isolated from the wordl lacked education [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 10

Detailed Answer : Anne Frank was a shy girl but she was intelligent and perceptive. She had many friends but

could confide in none of them. She had to shift to the secret annexe along with her family members after the call-up notice. Thus, she spent her growing years in the shadow of the fear of being caught, the fear of going to concentration camps if caught and the fear of the consequences of the war. She always led a restricted life. She was an introvert who never shared her feelings with others, that’s why she considered Kitty - her diary as her friend and entered every minute detail of her life in her growing years. Her growing years were not very pleasant. She had to make adjustments in every step of her life whether it was the sharing of her room with Dussel or the sharp remarks of Mrs. van Daan. She always felt lonely. She considered herself to be a song bird without wings. She felt isolated from the world. She didn’t like to spend time with her mother as she always felt that her mother was closer to Margot, her sister than herself Anne. While staying in the secret annexe, she could not get an education. Life in the annexe made her believe that there could be no such things as truth, justice or God. That is why she was turning into a confused personality. 10

Ans. 2 : Value Points :Margot was Anne’s elder sister. She was pretty, smart, emotional. She was not impulsive and quick-witted. She lacked willingness to conduct deep discussion. She died of typhus. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2014] 10

Detailed Answer : Margot was Anne’s elder sister. She was born in Frankfurt in 1926. She was a pretty and

smart girl. Anne’s parent, according to Anne, loved Margot more than Anne as she was well-mannered, studious and reserved in contrast to Anne who was outspoken. Margot had her schooling from a public school. She was good at Arithmetic and was a brilliant student. Anne was jealous of her as her mother always favoured Margot. Like Anne, Margot


also loved to read books. Mr. Frank wanted that both Anne and Margot should read the Bible, especially the New Testament. Margot learnt shorthand during her stay at the annexe and learnt Latin also. She even translated Mr. Dussel’s letters in Latin before sending them which Mr. Frank disliked. He forbade her from doing it. Mr. Alfred Dussel also liked her and made it clear to Anne by saying that he would have shared the table with Margot if she had asked for it but definitely not Anne. At one stage, Margot felt herself attracted towards Peter but when she discovered that Anne was emotionally attached to him, she gracefully withdrew herself and told Anne so that she was not unhappy about it. But unfortunately, Margot too died at a young age in the concentration camp a few days before Anne died. 10

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l The sisters were very different from each other

l Her sister was liked by mother and was closer to her

l Anne resented her

l She was difficult to understand and get along with

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Detailed Answer : Anne had an elder sister, Margot. Anne felt that her mother loved Margot more because

she was well-mannered and studious. In fact the sisters were very different from each other and Anne resented her mother’s favourable attitude towards Margot. There grew a communication gap among the family members. Anne grew tired of her parents’ nosey attitude also. She felt that they never gave a satisfactory response. Whenever she approached them, they used to put her off. She had gradually turned into a girl who was difficult to understand and get along with. She became argumentative also. It was so specially in the case she found her mother favouring Margot. The harmonious relationship in the family was shattered. Anne used to have arguments with others like for example with Mr. van Daan, and with Mr. Dussel the dentist also. She found it difficult to get along well with her sister, mother and the other fellow residents of the annexe. 10

Ans. 2 : Peter van Daan was the teenage son of the van Daans, whose real name was Peter van Pels. Anne first saw Peter as obnoxious, lazy, and hypersensitive, but later they both became close friends. Peter was a quiet, timid and honest boy who was sweet to Anne. During their time in the annexe, Anne and Peter developed a romantic attraction, but he failed to express his love openly. He liked reading books and especially if they were meant for adult reading. Once he hid in the loft to read one such book and got so engrossed in reading that he forgot to come down for dinner. His father came up to call him and hit him hard when he found him reading the book. He was refused dinner that night which he resented. He didn’t like his parents’ authoritative nature, but being shy, he never told them about it. He got emotionally alienated from them.

At a later stage, he expressed his desire to become a criminal. Anne disapproved of it. She realised that he wanted to be successful but did not want to work hard for it. He was forced to take part in the ‘death march’ and died on 5th May 1945. 10

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l Anne sees her father, Otto Frank, as a kindred spirit.l Likes reading books - history, and news, and he encourages these interests in Anne.l frequently tries to amuse those around him and lighten up the mood of the Annexe.l Otto seems to be basically even-tempered and eager for peace in every situation.l often serves as the peacekeeper between the Franks, van Daans, and Dussel.l Anne adores her father, she occasionally voices her concern that her father doesn’t

recognize her for the mature young woman she feels herself to be.l Throught the two years that the Franks were in hiding, Mr. Frank was a pillar of

strength for the group.l It was he who tutored Anne, Margot, and Peter, it was he who always tried to soothe

members of the group when tempers flared upl He readily shared his hiding place with another family, the van Daans, and later on

with another man. Mr. Dussel, even though this meant that the Frank’s own living conditions were even more cramped and their food rations limited

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Detailed Answer : Anne was fond of her father, Otto Frank who was a kindred spirit. He liked reading books of

history, he had an interest in reading for news which he encouraged in Anne. He frequently tried to amuse those around him and lighten up the mood of the Annexe. He seemed to be basically even tempered and eager for peace in every situation. He often served as the peacekeeper between the Franks, van Daans and Dussel. Anne adored her father, through she occasionally voiced her concern that her father did not recognize her for the mature young women she felt her to be. Throughout the two years that the Frank were in hiding, Mr. Frank was a pillar of strength for the group. It was he who tutored Anne, Margot and Peter, he used to sooth the members of the groups when tempers flared up. He readily shared his hiding place with another family, the van Daans and later on with Mr. Dussel, even though this meant that the Frank’s own living conditions were even more cramped and their food rations limited but he shared with many. 10

Ans. 2 : Mrs. Edith Frank was a good lady. She had two daughters, Margot and Anne. She always wanted to inculcate good moral values and disciplined behaviour in her daughters. But sometimes her attitude towards Anne seemed to be immature. She didn’t have an insight into the mind of a growing teenager. Most of the times she used to scold Anne on petty issues and praised Margot in front of her which made Anne feel jealous. Anne always felt uncomfortable in her presence and regarded her as an imperfect mother. She longed for a mother who would understand her and love her as all other mothers do. Mrs. Frank was never seen participating much in the squabbles during their stay in the secret annexe. She didn’t like the selfish attitudes of Mrs. van Daan and Mr. Alfred Dussel and even criticized them for being selfish. The tension in the annexe used to give her a headache. It caused her a lot of stress. 10

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