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CLASS 12 ENGLISH CORE REVISION ( LONG QUESTIONS WITH HINTS)

  How do ‘Indigo’ by Louis Fischer and ‘The Roadside Stand’ by Robert Frost, highlight the theme of exploitation, and what similarities do they reveal about the plight of marginalised communities? OR   How can the character of the office boy in ‘Poets and Pancakes,’ who harbours dreams, be compared to Sophie from ‘Going Places,’ who is quite aspirational? Consider their ambitions and the obstacles they face in their respective   Answer any one of the following two questions, in about 120-150 words 1x5=5 Justify how Sadao's character arc is more central to the moral dilemma in the ‘The Enemy’ as opposed to Hana’s. OR Analyse how the narrative technique used in ‘The Tiger King’, enhances the impact of the story on the reader. HINTS While ‘Indigo’ delves into the economic and systemic oppression of sharecroppers by British landlords, ‘The Roadside Stand’ highlights the plight of rural people exploited by urban elites and a neglectful system. Both works emphasise the i...
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LITERATURE REVISION CLASS 12 ENGLISH CORE ...Revise with me.(My Mother at Sixty-six)

 LITERATURE (40 marks) 7. Read the following extracts and solve ANY ONE of the given two, (A) or (B). 1x6=6 A … I saw my mother, beside me, doze, open mouthed, her face ashen like that of a corpse and realised with pain that she was as old as she looked but soon put that thought away, and looked out at Young Trees sprinting, the merry children spilling out of their homes… (My Mother at Sixty-six) I. What does the imagery of the ‘ashen face’ of the mother suggest about her physical condition? 1 II. Complete the following with the correct option. The speaker’s use of the word 'realised' suggests that her awareness was _______ (delayed / expected / sudden).
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ENGLISH ELECTIVE CLASS 12 Read the poem LOSS AND GAIN by H.W Longfellow

 When I compare What I have lost with what I have gained, What I have missed with what attained Little room do I find for pride. I am aware How many days have been idly spent; How like an arrow the good intent Has fallen short or been turned aside. But who shall dare To measure loss and gain in this wise? Defeat may be victory in disguise; The lowest ebb is the turn of the tide. Based on your reading of the poem answer any FOUR of the five questions given below. I The tone of the poem can be best described as: a) Optimistic and celebratory b) Reflective and contemplative c) Angry and resentful d) Sarcastic and dismissive 1 II What is the significance of the phrase “The lowest ebb is the turn of the tide”? a) It suggests that bad times lead to the inevitable downfall of a person. b) It conveys the idea that after the worst point, improvement is possible. c) It means that the tide will always rise, no matter what, without fail. d) It refers to the idea that challenges in life are con...
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ENGLISH ELECTIVE CLASS 12 SECTION A- READING WITH ANSWERS

 SECTION A- READING 1. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: 12x1 =12 Arjun was an architect, renowned for designing modern skyscrapers in bustling cities. His life was a whirlwind of deadlines, meetings, and blueprints, leaving little time for reflection. One Friday evening, while clearing his desk, he stumbled upon an old, faded photograph of his childhood home. The simple cottage nestled in the hills, surrounded by tall oak trees, brought a rush of memories—the sound of chirping birds, the scent of fresh rain, and his grandmother’s stories by the fireplace. Her laughter, warm and contagious, echoed in his mind. That night, he could no sleep. Tossing and turning, he realized it had been over 20 years since he last visited his ancestral home. On an impulse, he decided to take a break and revisit the place where he had spent his happiest days. This was not just a trip to a physical location but a journey to rediscover parts of himself lost in the chaos ...
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ENGLISH CLASS 12 NOTICE WRITING WITH HINTS

3. Attempt any one of the two, (A) or (B), in about 50 words 1x4=4  A. You are Daljeet Kaur, a member of the Teen Well-Being Association, Chandigarh. The Association is planning to organise free pottery classes every Sunday morning at the community hall to encourage creativity among young residents. Write a notice in about 50 words, informing the residents of the event and inviting registrations. Include all the necessary details. Put your notice in a box.  OR  B. You are Keerthi, the Secretary of the Environmental Club of ABC School, Madurai. Your school is organising an 'Eco-Fiesta' to raise awareness about environmental issues. Draft a notice in about 50 words, inviting students to participate in various activities and setting up of food stalls. Include all the necessary details. Put your notice in a box. HINTS  SECTION B-CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS   .  Format :1 Box, name of issuing authority- organisation/ agency (top centre),  NOTICE (centre), date...
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SECTION C GRAMMAR (10 marks) CLASS 10 GRAMMAR WITH ANSWERS

 SECTION C GRAMMAR (10 marks)  7. Fill in the blanks (i) – (iii) with the appropriate option from those in the brackets. 3x1=3 Therapeutic gardens are a public health measure and key to Singapore’s aim of (i) _______ (become/ becoming/ will becoming) one of the world’s top wellness destinations. In a tourism sense, wellness often (ii) _________ (had referred / refers / referring) merely to spa treatments but Singapore’s approach is more scientific. Singapore now (iii) ________ (have view/ has viewed / views) Therapeutic gardens as a forward-thinking tourism strategy. 8. In the following paragraph, one word has been omitted in each line. In your answer sheets, remember to write the missing word along with the word that comes before and after it, as shown below. The first one has been done as an example 4x1=4  S No.                        Text                    ...
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CLASS 10 WRITING SKILLS WITH HINTS!

 Attempt any one of the two, (A) or (B), in 150 words     1x8=8  A Imagine you are Vitthal K of class X. Write an article for your school magazine on the topic ‘Achieving Holistic Wellness: The Key to a Happy Life,’ emphasising the role of physical health, mental well-being, and positive lifestyle habits and natural remedies. Explain how these factors contribute to a balanced and fulfilling life, and suggest practical steps for incorporating them into daily routines. You may use your own ideas along with the given cues and your reading of MCB Unit 1: Health and Wellness (holistic wellness - key aspects - simple habits can improve overall wellness - actionable ways needed to integrate wellness into everyday routines) OR B You are Kadambari Rao, class X. Write an article on the topic ‘Space Travel: Accessible Tourism or a Risky Adventure?’ highlighting the potential benefits and challenges of making space travel available to the general public. Discuss whether spa...
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