The Queen's Language

 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                    ...

 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...

 Q3  Write an application, in not more than 50 words, requesting permission to use the school transport to attend a tree plantation volunteering event. You are Lakshit Pandey, Class X-C, Vice-President, Ecology Club 5 M Q4 Write a factual description of your favourite gadget in not more than 100 words, highlighting its key features and functionalities. 4M Q5 Attempt any one of the two, (A) or (B), in 120 words 7 M  A. The digital divide refers to the gap between those who have access to technology, such as the internet and digital devices, and those who do not. This disparity has significantly impacted education, especially for students from marginalised segments, by limiting their ability to access online resources and virtual classes. As Sakshi Tripathi, 120 Kailash Nagar, Batanpur,  write a letter to the editor of a national daily highlighting the issue, its effects on students and teachers, and suggesting practical measures to bridge this gap. Use your own ideas ...