प्रोजेक्ट परख (तैयारी उड़ान की)
Class XII English Core
Set 5 Model Question Paper
Part A (Multiple Choice Type Questions)
Question Nos. 1 to 30 are MCQs. Each question has four options. Select the correct option and write it in the answer sheet. Each question carries 1 mark. (1×30=30)
1. The word notice is written in
(a)
French language
(b)
Printed writing
(c) Block letters
(d)
Small letters
2. Who was Zitkala-sa?
(a)
A Tamilian
(b)
A professor
(c) A Native American
(d)
None of these
3. The title of a report must be
(a) Eye-catchy
(b)
Long
(c)
Useless
(d)
Uninteresting
4. Who used to make rattraps?
(a)
Edla
(b)
Ironmaster
(c) Peddler
(d)
Crofter
5. "Trees sprinting" uses a poetic device which is
(a)
Repetition
(b) Personification
(c)
Metaphor
(d)
Simile
6. Who was RajkumarShukla?
(a)
A government official
(b)
A lawyer
(c) A poor peasant
(d)
A politician
7. What was M. Hamel going to ask Franz about in 'The Last
Lesson'?
(a)
Adjectives
(b) Participles
(c)
Adverb
(d)
Letter Writing
8. Mukesh belonged to the family of
(a)
Farmers
(b)
Ragpickers
(c) Bangle makers
(d)
Teachers
9. The peddler's rattraps were made of
(a)
Wood
(b)
Aluminium
(c) Wire
(d)
Plate
10. How much money had the peddler stolen from the crofter?
(a)
20 kronors
(b) 30 kronors
(c)
10 kronors
(d)
40 kronors
11. Who was the founder of Gemini Studios?
(a) Mr. S. S. Vasan
(b)
An Englishman
(c)
A Tamil boy
(d)
A director
12. According to Sophie, the place she had chosen to meet Danny
was
(a)
A hidden alley
(b) A perfect place
(c)
Behind the walls
(d)
Near the tree
13. Man needs to learn a lesson from ------ according to Pablo
Neruda
(a)
Moon
(b)
Sun
(c) Earth
(d)
Stars
14. Who is the poet of 'A Thing of Beauty'?
(a)
John Updike
(b)
William Blake
(c)
William Wordsworth
(d) John Keats
15. Who wrote the poem 'A Roadside Stand'?
(a)
John Keats
(b) Robert Frost
(c)
John Milton
(d)
John Donne
16. Which word in the poem 'A Roadside Stand' means fading?
(a)
Quarts
(b)
Relief
(c) Withering
(d)
Squash
17. What are Aunt Jennifer's tigers actually?
(a)
Bengal tigers
(b)
Assam tigers
(c)
White tigers
(d) Embroidered tigers
18. Which human tendency does 'The Last Lesson' highlight?
(a)
Male chauvinism
(b) Procrastination
(c)
Cowardice
(d)
Courage
19. How much did Indigo planters offer to pay?
(a)
30%
(b) 25%
(c)
10%
(d)
50%
20. Who was Sophie's best friend?
(a)
Derek
(b)
Geoff
(c) Jansie
(d)
Danny
21. In 'My Mother at Sixty-Six', mother is compared to
(a)
Summer's sun
(b) Winter's moon
(c)
Trees
(d)
Clouds
22. Who was Sam in 'The Third Level'?
(a)
A doctor
(b)
A friend
(c) A psychiatrist and a friend of Charley
(d)
None of these
23. How old was the king's son in 'The Tiger King'?
(a)
One year old
(b)
Two years old
(c) Three years
(d)
None of these
24. The astrologer stated that he would ----- if the tiger king
killed the 100th tiger.
(a)
Leave his state
(b) Cut his hair
(c)
Kill himself
(d)
Denounce the world
25. Which programme was the author part of in 'Journey to the
End of the Earth'?
(a)
Tow Programme
(b)
Research Programme
(c) Students on Ice
(d)
None of these
26. Where was the white man shot?
(a)
Forehead
(b) Right lower back
(c)
Hand
(d)
Left lower back
27. What did Dr. Sadao give to the American soldier?
(a)
His boat
(b)
Food to eat
(c)
Flashlight
(d) All of the above
28. What draws Derry towards Lamb?
(a)
His appearance
(b)
His grief
(c) His positive attitude
(d)
All of these
29. Where did Mr. Lamb fall from towards the end of the story?
(a)
Stairs
(b)
Hill
(c) Ladder
(d)
Roof
30. Bama's elder brother was studying at
(a)
School
(b)
College
(c) University
(d)
Medical College
Part B (Subjective Type)
Section A (Very Short Answer Type Questions)
(Questions 31-38) Read
the following passage carefully and answer any six questions. (2×6=12)
It
was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris. I had a tiny apartment in the
Latin quarter overlooking a cemetery and I was earning barely enough money to
keep the body and soul together. She had read a book of mine and had written to
me about it. I answered, thanking her, and presently I received from her
another letter saying that she was passing through Paris and would like to have
a chat with me; but her time was limited and the only free moment she had was
on the following Thursday; she was spending the morning at Luxembourg and asked
if I would give her a little luncheon at Foyot's afterwards. Foyot's is a
restaurant at which the French senators eat and it was so far beyond my means
that I had never even thought of going there.
31. Where was the narrator living twenty years ago?
Ans-
Twenty years ago, the narrator was living in Paris.
32. Where did the lady ask to be given a luncheon at?
Ans-
The lady asked to be given a luncheon at Foyot's restaurant which was very
expensive.
33. How many letters did the lady write to the author?
Ans-
The lady had written two letters to the author.
34. Why did the lady want to meet the author?
Ans-
The lady had read a book written by the author.She was passing through Paris.
So she wanted to meet him and have a chat with the author.
35. Find out the word from the passage which means 'small'.
Ans-
Tiny
36. Find out the word from the passage which is the opposite of
'spending'.
Ans-
The opposite of spending is earning.
37. Was the lady totally free?
Ans-
No, the lady had limited time. Only free moment she had was on the following
Thursday.
38. Was it easy for the author to offer the lady luncheon at
Foyot's?
Ans-
Foyot's was an expensive restaurant. The French senators ate there. The author
was earning barely enough money to keep the body and soul together at that
time.So it was not easy for him to offer the lady luncheon at Foyot's.
Section B (Short Answer Type Questions)
Answer any six questions in maximum 150 words. (3×6=18)
39. What did M. Hamel wear in his last class?
Ans-
M. Hamel is an important character in the story 'The Last Lesson' by Alphonse
Daudet. He put on his beautiful green coat, his frilled shirt and the little
black cap. He used to wear this dress only on inspection and prize days.
40. "I want to drive a car" - Who said this?
Ans-
Mukesh, who belonged to a family of bangle makers in Firozabad, said this. This
is famous quote from the story 'Lost Spring' by Anees Jung.
41. Why was Douglas determined to get over his fear of water?
Ans-
Douglas was afraid of water. This fear ruined his joy of boating, fishing and
swimming. Even as an adult, it did not go. That is why he was determined to get
over his fear of water. Finally, he decided to get an instructor and learn to
swim.
42. Why did Gandhi agree to a settlement of 25% refund to the
farmers?
Ans-
'Indigo' is an important story written by Louis Fischer about Gandhi's life.
The landlords feared that Gandhi would demand the repayment of all the money.
But for Gandhi, the amount of refund was less important. The landlords were
forced to return a part of the money and with it a part of their prestige too.
It was more important to Gandhi. That's why he agreed to the settlement.
43. What is the reason for the huge success of the novel 'The
Name of the Rose'?
Ans-
'The Name of the Rose' is a world famous novel written by Umberto Eco. It is a
very serious novel that has a detective yarn. It also delves into biology,
metaphysics and medieval history. The novel's success is a mystery even to
Umberto Eco. Perhaps the time in history when it was written has proved
favourable for its success.
44. Why didn't Sophie want Jansie to know about her story with
Danny?
Ans-
Sophie was a day dreamer. Jansie was her best friend. But she didn't want
Jansie to know about her story with Danny because she would spread that to the
whole world. A. R. Barton presents her as a girl who is imaginative and often
lost in her fantasies in 'Going Places'.
45. List the things of beauty mentioned in the poem 'A Thing of
Beauty'.
Ans-
According to the poet, there are numerous things of beauty that help us forget
our sorrows. These are the sun, the moon, old and young trees that provide
shade to "simple sheep", daffodils, clear streams of rivers,
musk-roses in the forest and the lovely tales of mighty men.
46. Why has the mother been compared to the "late winter's
moon"?
Ans-
Kamala Das compares her mother to the "late winter's moon" in 'My
Mother at Sixty-six'. Her mother dozes sitting beside her. Her ashen face looks
lifeless and pale. She has lost her shine and strength of youth. That's why she
compares her mother to the "winter's moon". It also looks hazy and
obscure.
Section C (Long Answer Type Questions)
Answer any four questions in maximum 250 words. (5×4=20)
47. Who is the tiger king? Why does he get that name?
Ans-
Jilani Jung JungBahadur, the
king of Pratibandapuram, is known as the Tiger King. Ten days after his birth,
a renowned astrologer prophesied that his death would come from a Tiger.
After he became the king of Pratibandapuram and got to
know about the prediction related to his death, he went on a tiger killing
spree. He killed about seventy tigers within ten years. He was so caught up
with reaching his target of killing one hundred tigers to disprove the prophecy
that all other matters took a back-seat. This was how he got to be known as the
Tiger King.
48. Write an article on Internet.
Ans-
The Internet: A Global Network
The internet is a global network of interconnected
computers. It allows users to access and share information, communicate with
others, and access various services. The internet has revolutionized the way we
live, work, and communicate.
With the internet, we can access vast amounts of
information, including news, education, and entertainment. We can also connect
with people from all over the world through social media, email, and video
conferencing.
The internet has also enabled e-commerce, online
banking, and other digital services. It has created new opportunities for
businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals to connect with customers, promote
products, and provide services.
Overall, the internet has transformed the way we live
and work, and its impact will continue to grow in the future.
49. Write a letter to the Editor of Times of India complaining about
the poor condition of roads in your area. You are Rinku/Raunak of Amarapara,
Pakur.
Ans-
Amrapara
Pakur
10th December 2024
The Editor Ranchi.
The Times of India
Subject: Regarding poor condition of road in my area
Respected Sir/Madam
I am writing to express my concern about the poor
condition of roads in our area. As a regular commuter, I have witnessed the
deplorable state of the roads, which are filled with potholes, cracks, and
uneven surfaces.
This not only causes inconvenience to commuters but also
poses a significant risk to road safety. Despite repeated complaints to the
authorities, no concrete action has been taken to address this issue.
I urge the concerned authorities to take immediate
action to repair and maintain the roads. I also request the citizens to raise
their voices against this issue and demand better infrastructure.
I hope that your esteemed newspaper will highlight
this issue and bring it to the attention of the authorities.
Yours sincerely
Rounak Prasad
50. You are Priti/Vijay, a student of class XII, + 2 School,
Amrapara. Write a notice about the blood donation camp to be organized in your
school.
Ans-
AMRAPARA HIGH SCHOOL
NOTICE
12th December 2024
BLOOD DONATION CAMP
A Blood Donation Camp is being organized in our school
premises on 20th December 2024. This camp is being conducted in association
with Red Cross Society to collect blood for patients in need.
All eligible students are invited to participate in
this noble cause. Your donation can help save lives. To be eligible, students
must be aged 18-35 years, weigh 45 kg or more, and be in good health.
We urge all students to come forward and donate blood
to make a difference in someone's life. For more information, please contact
your respective class teachers.
Priti Thakur
Head Girl
Amrapara High School
51. A train accident took place in Orissa near Balasore. More
than two hundred people lost their lives.
Write a report about the same. You are Laxman/Lakshmi.
Ans-
TRAGEDY ON THE TRACKS
By Laxman Kumar
15th March 2024, Pakur:
A devastating train accident occurred near Balasore
yesterday at 10 pm, claiming the lives of more than 200 people and leaving many
more injured. The tragic incident sent shockwaves across the nation, with
rescue teams and emergency services rushing to the scene to provide aid.
According to eyewitnesses, the train, which was
traveling from Bhubaneshwar to Delhi, derailed and collided with another train
coming from the opposite direction. The impact was massive, causing several coaches
to be severely damaged and trapping many passengers inside.
Rescue teams, including personnel from the railway
police, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and local authorities, worked
tirelessly to extricate the trapped passengers and provide medical assistance
to the injured.
The cause of the accident is yet to be ascertained,
but an investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances leading
to the tragedy.
The government has announced compensation for the
families of the deceased and the injured. The
railway authorities have also set up a helpline to
assist the families of the affected passengers. The nation mourns the loss of
lives in this tragic accident, and our thoughts are with the families of the
victims.
52. Write a notice as the School Captain informing the students
and staff about a lost Aadhar card that has been found in the school premises.
Ans-
PAALPUR HIGH SCHOOL
NOTICE
12th
December 2024
LOST AND FOUND
A lost AADHAR card has been found in the school
premises. The card belongs to Vijay Kumar, son/daughter of Vishal Kumar, and
bears the AADHAR number 1234 5678 9090.
The card was found on 11th December 2024 in the school
playground and has been handed over to the school office. If you are the owner
of the card or know the owner, please contact the school office to claim the
card.
To claim the card, please provide proof of identity
and ownership. The card will be returned to the rightful owner after
verification.
Please spread the word and help us reunite the card
with its owner.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Karan Paul
School Captain
