Jharkhand Council of Educational Research and Training
PROJECT RAIL GENERAL SCHOOL (12.6.25)
Class-12 Subject-English
Core
Total
Marks-20 Time-
1 Hr.
General
Instructions: -
1.
Total number of questions are Twelve (12). All questions are compulsory.
2.
Question no. 1 to 6 are multiple choice type. Out of 6 Multiple Choice
Questions 2 Questions are Competency Based Questions. Each Question carries 1
mark.
3.
Question no. 7 to 10 are short answer type and carry 2 marks.
4.
Question no. 11 and 12 are long answer type and carry 3 marks each.
5.
Submit the answers sheet with your responses before leaving the examination
hall.
SECTION-A (1x6=6) (MCQs)
1. 'The Last Lesson' is set in the days of -
(A) The Franco-Prussian War
(B)
The French Revolution
(C)
The Russian Revolution
(D)
The First World War
2. M Hamel had said that he would ask questions on
(A)
Adjective
(B) Participles
(C)
Time and Tense
(D)
Articles
3. Who among the following was not sitting on the back benches
during the last lesson?
(A)
Hauser
(B)
Former mayor
(C)
Former postmaster
(D) Hamel's sister
4. 'Then he stopped and leaned against the wall, and, without a
word, he made a gesture
to us with his hand--.'
What
gesture did M Hamel make in above lines?
(A)
You are enslaved now.
(B) School is dismissed- you may go.
(C)
I will come back to teach you.
(D)
Franz will be your new teacher.
5. '.... Showing respect for the country that was theirs no
more.'
What
does the underlined phrase tell us about the villagers?
(A) They had accepted the fate of their nation.
(B)
They wanted to change their nationality.
(C)
They showed their anger against M Hamel for not being sincere.
(D)
They were happy to be a part of Prussia.
6. 'What a thunderclap these words were to me!'
The
underlined words mean-
(A)
Loud and clear
(B) Startling and unexpected
(C)
Pleasant and welcome
SECTION - B (4x2=8) (Short Answer Type)
7. What did Franz notice that was unusual about the school that
day?
Ans-
There were many unusual things about the school that Franz noticed that day.
There was no hustle and bustle as it usually used to be. M Hamel was in his
formal dress and villagers were sitting on the back benches of the classroom.
8. What had been put up on the bulletin-board?
Ans-
A notice from Berlin had been put up on the bulletin-board stating that only
German would be taught in the schools of Alsace and Lorraine.
9. What things did Franz find more tempting than going to
school?
Ans-
Things that Franz found more tempting than going to school were the bright and
warm weather outside, the chirping of birds in the woods and the sight of
Prussian soldiers drilling in the open field.
10. Why was Franz able to understand everything so easily during
the last lesson?
Ans-
Franz was able to understand everything so easily as he was very attentive on
that day. He knew that it was his last lesson in French and felt guilty of not
knowing his own language properly. It created a sense of urgency and
importance. M Hamel was also very patient in his teaching.
SECTION- C (3x2=6) (Long Answer Type)
11. What did M Hamel say about the French language? Why did he
think that language is the
key to prison when a people is enslaved?
Ans-
M Hamel said that French was the most beautiful language of the world. It was
the clearest and most logical of all languages and everyone should love and
respect it.
He
also said that when a nation is enslaved its people must guard their language
among themselves and never forget it. As long as they hold fast to their
language they had the key to prison leading towards freedom.
12. There were many factors regarding the poor performance of
the children in French language.
What were some of them as indicated by M Hamel?
Ans- During his last lesson, M Hamel was very emotional about the French language. He was not satisfied with the progress of his students in language skills. He said that the parents were not anxious enough to have their children learn French. They preferred to put them to work to have a little more money. He also blamed himself for not being sincere about his profession and regretted for giving unnecessary holidays and engaging his students in personal works.
PROJECT RAIL CM SOE & Model School (12.06.2025)
SECTION - A (1x6=6) (MCQs)
1. Who is the poet of Keeping Quiet?
(A)
Robert Frost
(B) Pablo Neruda
(C)
John Keats
(D)
William Wordsworth
2. What is the meaning of Saheb-e-Alam?
(A)
Owner
(B)
Rich man
(C)
Poor man
(D) Lord of the universe
3. At what age was the tiger king handed the throne?
(A)
10 years
(B)
15 years
(C) 20 years
(D)
25 years
4. The wooden tiger was carved by end of apartheid
(A)
A master craftsman
(B)
A British carpenter
(C) An unskilled carpenter
(D)
The shopkeeper himself
5. What does the poet expect the fishermen to do in the poem
keeping Quiet'?
(A)
To be still
(B)
To catch small fishes
(C) not to harm the whales
(D)
to enjoy at home
6. What does the title 'Lost Spring' symbolize?
(A) Lost blooming childhood
(B)
Autumn season
(C)
Lost adulthood
(D)
Lost money
SECTION - B (4x2=8) (Short Answer Type)
7. How did the Tiger King get the name he had?
Ans-
Jilani Jung Jung Bahadur the king of Pratibandapuram is known as the Tiger
King. At the time of his birth the astrologers declared that the prince would
have to die one day. The ten-day-old prince asked the astrologers to reveal the
manner of his death. The wise men were baffled at this miracle. The chief
astrologer said that the cause of his death would be a tiger. The young prince
growled and uttered terrifying words: Let tigers beware! He decided to kill one
hundred tigers. He thus got the name Tiger King.
8. Why does the poet want us to keep quiet?
Ans-
The poet wants us to keep quiet in the hope that the moment of tranquillity
might help us in finding the answers to our problems.
9. What changes occurred in Saheb's life after he took a job at
a tea stall?
Ans-
Saheb now has a regular income. He is paid 800 rupees and all his meals. Thus
food is no problem. But his face has lost the carefree look. The steel canister
in his hand now seems a burden. He is no longer his own master. He may have to
work for longer hours. The helplessness of doing things at his own will makes
him sad.
10. What problems do bangle-makers of Firozabad face?
Ans-
The problem faced by the bangle makers are that they have to work in glass
furnaces with high temperatures, in dingy cells without air and light. The
workers lose sight at an early age due to bad posture and long working hours.
Unfortunately, there is no one to listen to them.
SECTION - C (2x3=6) (Long Answer Type)
11. How did the royal child develop?
Ans-
The royal infant grew up to be a tall and strong crown prince who drank the
milk of an English cow, was brought up by an English nanny, tutored in English
by an English man, saw nothing but English films - exactly as the crown princes
of all other Indian states.
12. Write an article on 'Dowry System: A Social Evil' to be
published in a local newspaper.
Ans-
Dowry
System: A Social Evil
The
dowry system, despite being outlawed and socially condemned, continues to
plague Indian society, acting as a dark shadow over the institution of
marriage. This age-old practice, wherein the bride’s family is expected to
provide money, gifts, or property to the groom's family, has evolved from a
supposed gesture of goodwill to a greedy and dangerous demand.
Dowry
was initially meant as a form of security or support for the bride, but over
the years, it has transformed into a burden for many families. It fuels gender
discrimination by reinforcing the belief that a girl is a financial liability.
As a result, the birth of a girl child is still seen as a cause for worry in
many households.
One
of the gravest consequences of the dowry system is the rise in crimes against
women. There have been countless cases where brides have been harassed, abused,
or even killed for not bringing "enough" dowry. These tragic
incidents not only destroy lives but also tarnish the sacred bond of marriage.
Efforts
to combat the dowry system must come from both legal and societal fronts. While
laws like the Dowry Prohibition Act (1961) exist, their enforcement remains
weak. Public awareness, education, and a collective change in mindset are
essential. Communities must start celebrating simple, dowry-free weddings and
take pride in rejecting this regressive practice.
It is time we as a society recognize the dowry system for what it truly is — a social evil that undermines the dignity of women and weakens the foundation of equality and justice. By taking a stand against dowry, we pave the way for a future where marriages are based on mutual respect, love, and equality, not material transactions.
PROJECT RAIL GENERAL SCHOOL (08.07.25)
SECTION - A (6x1=6) (MCQs)
Q 1. Who is the poet of "My Mother at Sixty-Six"?
(A)
John Keats
(B)
William Wordsworth
(C) Kamala Das
(D)
Rudyard Kipling
Q2. What is the poetic device used in "Trees
sprinting"?
(A)
Metaphor
(B)
Simile
(C)
Alliteration
(D) Personification
Q 3. What does the poet compare her mother's face to?
(A)
A ghost
(B)
A winter moon
(C) A corpse
(D)
A dying candle
Q 4. What is the main theme of the poem?
(A)
Childhood memories
(B)
Celebration of nature
(C) Aging and fear of loss
(D)
Joy of motherhood
Q5. What does the poet's smile at the end signify?
(A)
Joy
(B) Fake cheerfulness hiding fear
(C)
Love for nature
(D)
Indifference
Q6. Which poetic device is used in "as a late winter's
moon"?
(A)
Metaphor
(B) Simile
(C)
Irony
(D)
Alliteration
SECTION - B (4x2=8) (Short Answer Type)
Q7. Why are the young trees described as 'sprinting'?
Ans.
The poet observes the trees outside the car window.
They seem to be running backward, creating an illusion of
speed.
Q 8. What does the poet compare her mother to and why?
Ans.
She compares her mother to a corpse due to her pale,
lifeless face. Later, she compares her to a late winter's moon, which is dull and faded.
Q9. What childhood fear does the poet refer to in the poem?
Ans.
As a child, she was afraid of separation from her mother.
As an adult, she now fears losing her mother to death,
making the fear more real.
Q 10. What do the parting words and repeated smile of the poet
indicate?
Ans.
Repetition of "smile" shows her attempt to hide
her grief and fear. She smiles to mask her emotions and give hope, both to
herself and her mother.
SECTION - C (2x3=6) (Long Answer Type)
Read
the passage and answer the questions given below:
The
importance of exercise in our daily life cannot be overstated. Physical
activity helps improve overall health, and reduces the risk of developing
diseases like type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart problems. Exercise strengthens
bones and muscles, helps in managing weight, and improves mental health by
reducing stress and depression.
Exercise
also improves sleep and increases energy. It helps in better brain function and
memory. Students who exercise do well in studies. Adults become more productive
and take better decisions.
However,
many people do not exercise enough. Busy lives, too much screen time, and lack
of motivation are common reasons. To fix this, we should make exercise fun and
a part of our daily routine-like walking, taking stairs, or dancing.
Governments and schools can also help by spreading awareness and creating safe
spaces for exercise.
Q 11. Make notes using headings, sub-headings and abbreviations.
Give a title.
Ans.
Title: Importance of a Healthy Lifestyle
Heading - Subheading
1. Benefits of Exercise
1.1 Improves heart hlth
2. Healthy Diet
2.1 Nutritious food = balanced diet
3. Adequate Sleep
3.1 Essential for rst. & recovery
Abbreviation Full Form
rst. rest
hlth Health
Q 12. Write a summary of the given passage in about 80 words.
Ans.
A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise, nutritious
food, adequate sleep, and a positive mindset. Exercise improves heart health
and stamina while preventing discases. A balanced diet strengthens the body and
controls weight and sugar.....
PROJECT RAIL GENERAL SCHOOL (05.08.25)
SECTION - A (6x1=6) (MCQs)
Q1. What was the name of the newspaper the author noticed on the
third level of the grand central station?
a)
The glob
b) The world
c)
The universe
d)
The U.S. time
Q2. Who is Louisa ?
a)
Charley's friend
b)
Charley's cousine
c)
The psychiarist
d) Charley's wife
Q3. Who sends the letter to Charley ?
a)
Louisa
b)
Roosevelt
c) Sam
d)
Charley's mother
Q4. Which letter is formal type ?
a)
Letter to mother
b) Letter to the editor
c)
Letter to friend
d)
Letter to son
Q5. What should be the tone of a formal letter?
a)
Formal tone
b)
Polite tone
c)
Robert Frost
d) All of these
Q6. Which is the correct sequence for a letter.
a)
Heading, the body, the salutation, the ending
b)
The salutation, the heading, the body, the ending
c) The heading, the salutation, the body, the ending
d)
The body, the salutation, the heading, the ending
SECTION - B (4x2=8) (Short Answer Type)
Q7. What is first-day cover ?
Ans-
First day covers are new stamps that someone collected. On the day when a new
stamp is issued, stamp collectors buy these stamps and post them to their own
address. Finally they get these stamps with the postmarks and date and preserve
it in their collection.
Q8. What was the third level ? Where was it situated ?
Ans-
The third level was the subway of the Grand central station that took
passengers to Galesburg; Illinois it was situated at the Grand central station
in New York.
Q9. Who was Sam ? What did he tell about the third level ?
Ans-
Sam was Charley's psychiatrist friend. He told about the third level that it
was nothing but a walking dream wish fulfilment.
Q10. Why does Charley want to visit Galesbery ?
Ans-
Charley wanted to visit Calesburg just because it was a very peaceful place
with big old frame houses, huge lawns and tremendous trees. People lived their
in unity. They were fully soical. There was no any violence. On the other hand
he was tired of the very hazardous condition created by the first world war and
world war -II was also to come after 40 years in the future.
SECTION - C (2x3=6) (Long Answer Type)
Q11. What does Sam write in his letter to Charley ?
or
What do you infer from Sam's letter to Charely
Ans-
In his letter to Charley, Sam informed him that he had got the third level and
had been there for two weeks. He also wrote that Galesburg was a very pleasant
place and told Charley to keep looking till he find the third level and come
back with Louisa.
Or
The
way Charley came across Sam's letter was full of mystery. Among his oldest
first day covers, he found an envelope with Sam's letter. Generally, the first
day covers have blank papers in them but this one contained a letter to Charley
addressed not to him but to his grandfather dated on July 18, 1894. In the
letter he had informed Charley that he had been living on the third level for
the last two week. He had also told Charley to keep looking for the third level
till he find it and come with Louisa. Clearly I can say that the letter was
only the product of Charley's imagination.
Q12. Write a letter to the editor of "The Hindustan
Times" complaining about the frequent breakdown of electricity in your
locality. You are Naitik/Nikita, living at Ashok Nagar, Lane no-04, Ranchi.
Ans-
Nikita
Ashok
Nagar, Lane No-04
Ranchi
– 834001
7th
August 2025
The
Editor
The
Hindustan Times
New
Delhi
Subject:
Complaint about frequent electricity breakdowns in Ashok Nagar, Ranchi
Sir/Madam,
Through
the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the
concerned authorities to the frequent and prolonged electricity breakdowns in
our locality, Ashok Nagar, Lane No-04, Ranchi.
The
power supply in our area has become highly unreliable. On most days, there are
power cuts for several hours, both during the day and at night. This has made
life extremely difficult for residents, especially students and elderly people.
The situation becomes worse during hot and humid days when fans and coolers
stop working. Moreover, repeated outages damage electronic appliances and
disrupt daily household chores.
The
local electricity department has been informed multiple times, but no lasting
solution has been provided. We urge the authorities to look into this issue
seriously and take immediate steps to improve the power infrastructure in our
area.
I
request you to kindly publish this letter in your newspaper to help highlight
our grievance and press for timely action.
Thank
you.
Yours
sincerely,
Nikita
(A
concerned resident)
