ACADEMIC YEAR 2014-15
REVISED SYLLABUS FOR ENGLISH (F.L.) (C.W.S.N.)
NAME OF THE TEXTBOOK- FIRST FLIGHT
TEXTBOOK IN ENGLISH FOR CLASS X
CONTENTS:
1. A LETTER TO GOD
PROSE
A DUST OF SNOW
POEM
FIRE AND ICE
POEM
2. NELSON MANDELALONG WALK TO FREEDOM
A TIGER IN THE ZOO
3. TWO STORIES ABOUT FLYING
1. HIS FIRST FLIGHT
PROSE
POEM
PROSE
HOW TO TELL ANIMALS
POEM
THE BALL POEM
POEM
4. FROM THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
PROSE
5. GLIMPSES OF INDIA
i. A BAKER FROM GOA
ii. COORG
iii. TEA FROM ASSAM
PROSE
THE TREES
6. MADAM RIDES THE BUS
POEM
PROSE
7. THE SERMON AT BENARES
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SUPPLEMENTARY READER IN ENGLISH FOR CLASS X
FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET
CONTENTS:
1. THE THIEF’S STORY
2. A QUESTION OF TRUST
3. FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET
4. BHOLI
5. THE BOOK THAT SAVED THE EARTH
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SECTION A
READING
1. SEEN PASSAGE
16 MARKS
ALLOTED MARKS
6
2. FLOW CHART
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3. UNSEEN PASSAGE
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SECTION B
TEXT AND SUPPLEMENTARY
32 MARKS
ALLOTED MARKS
4. A. QUESTIONS WITH REFERENCE TO THE TEXT
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B. QUESTIONS IN ABOUT 10 WORDS EACH
(OPTIONS TO BE GIVEN) (ANY FOUR OUT OF SIX)
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C. EXTRACTS FROM TEXT IN ABOUT 15-20 WORDS
(OPTIONS TO BE GIVEN) (ANY TWO OUT OF THREE)
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D. CHOOSE THE MEANING OF THE UNDERLINED
WORD.ALTERNATIVES TO BE GIVEN.
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5. A. EXTRACTS WITH REFERENCE TO POEMS.
QUESTIONS TO BE ASKED BASED ON MEANINGS,
TITLE OF THE POEM, POET, SIMPLE QUESTIONS
B. QUESTIONS WITH REFERENCE TO POEMS IN 15-20
WORDS EACH
(ANY TWO OUT OF FOUR) (OPTIONS TO BE GIVEN)
6. QUESTIONS WITH REFERENCE TO SUPPLEMENTARY,
IN ABOUT 15-20 WORDS EACH
(ANY TWO OUT OF FIVE QUESTIONS)
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4
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SECTION C
7. A. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SUITABLE WORDS.
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(WORDS TO BE GIVEN IN BRACKETS
3 SENTENCES TO BE GIVEN
BASED ON ARTICLES, PREPOSITION, CONJUNCTIONS
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B. MODALS
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USE OF MODALS VERBS IN A GIVEN SITUATION
(CAN, COULD, MAY, MIGHT, WILL, WOULD, MUST, SHALL,
SHOULD, OUGHT TO, SHOULDN’T, MUSTN’T, COULDN’T)
ONLY THE ONES MENTIONED ABOVE
C. DO AS DIRECTED
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GIVE SENTENCES BASED ON- 1) QUESTION TAG
2) GENDER
3) VERB TENSES
(PRESENT, PAST, FUTURE)
4) PREFIXES, SUFFIXES
5) DEGREES OF ADJECTIVES
(POSTIVE/COMPARATIVE/SUPERLATIVE)
6) ADVERBS
D. REPORTING VERBS IN SENTENCE FORM
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E. FILL IN THE BLANKS USING THE SUITABLE VERB
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FORMS OF THE VERBS GIVEN IN THE BRACKETS
THE VERB SHOULD BE GIVEN AGAINST EACH SENTENCE
GIVE 3 SENTENCES
SECTION D
8. A. PIE-CHART/ BAR DIAGRAM
EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING TO BE GIVEN
TO BE DESCRIBED IN 45-50 WORDS
B. PICTURE DESCRIPTION
TO BE DESCRIBED IN 50-60 WORDS
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5
9. FORMAL/INFORMAL LETTER
EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING TO BE GIVEN
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10. DIARY ENTRY/MONEY-ORDER
EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING TO BE GIVEN
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ALLOTMENT OF MARKS ENGLISH (F.L.) C.W.S.N.
ENGLISH (F.L.) THEORY QUESTION PAPER MAX. MARKS-80
ASSIGNMENT/PROJECT MARKS-10
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT MARKS-10
TOTAL MARKS-100
SECTION A - READING
16 MARKS
SECTION B - TEXT AND SUPPLEMENTARY
32 MARKS
SECTION C - GRAMMAR
16 MARKS
SECTION D - WRITING
16 MARKS
TOTAL MARKS 80
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DELETED CONTENT
3. II BLACK AEROPLANE
5. THE HUNDRED DRESSES-I
6. THE HUNDRED DRESSES-I
8. MIJBIL THE OTTER
11. THE PROPOSAL
POEMS
• AMANDA
• ANIMALS
• FOG
• THE TALE OF CUSTARD THE DRAGON
• FOR ANNE GREGORY
SUPPLEMENTARY READER
1. A TRIUMPH OF SURGERY
2. THE MIDNIGHT VISITOR
6. THE MAKING OF A SCIENTIST
7. THE NECKLACE
8. THE HACK DRIVER
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TIME: 2 ½ Hours
ENGLISH (F.L) (WSN Subject code S -
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Total No. of Questions: 10
(Printed Pages: 16) Maximum Marks: 80
This paper consists of our sections:
Section A: Reading
16 marks
Section B: Text and Supplementary.
32 marks
Section C: Grammar
16 marks
Section D: Writing
16 marks
Instructions:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
All questions are compulsory.
Do not write anything on the question paper except the seat
number in the space provided.
All the answers must be correctly numbered as in the question
paper.
Ensure that questions for each section are answered together.
Adhere to the word limit given in each question.
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Section A
1. Read the following passage and answer the questions set below it.
The only women in the world who has scaled Mt. Everest twice
was born in a Society where the birth of a son was regarded as a
blessing, and a daughter though not considered a curse, was not
generally welcome . When her mother was expecting Santosh, a
travelling ‘holy man’, giving her his blessing, assumed that she
wanted a son. But, to everyone’s surprise the unborn child’s
grandmother who was standing close by, told him that they did not
want a son.
Santosh was born the sixth child in a family, with five sons, a sister
and five brothers.
Wishing always to study “a bit more” and with her father slowly
getting used to her urge for more education. Santosh passed the
high School examinations and went to Jaipur.
1(A) With reference to the passage do as directed.
i.
ii.
(2)
Find a word from paragraph opposite in meaning to ‘curse’.
Find a word from passage 2 similar in meaning to ‘extra’.
1(B) On the basis of your reading of the passage.
Choose the correct alternative and write the appropriate letter only.
(Do not copy the stem).
(4)
i.
Santosh was born…..
a) The only child
b) The sixth child
c) The first child
ii.
Santosh had an urge for …..
a) Climbing mountains
b) Finding a job
c) More education
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iii.
The only woman who scaled Mt. Everest twice was born…
a) In a society which accepted the birth of a girl child.
b) In a society which regarded a girl as a blessing.
c) In a society where the birth of a son was a blessing.
iv.
Santosh’s father was…..
a) Not allowing her to study further.
b) Keen in getting her married.
c) Was slowly accepting her wish to study more.
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2. Read the following passage and complete the tree diagram given
below. (Do not draw the diagram).
(5)
Scorpions are creatures with an evil reputation. Deaths from
scorpion stings have been known in India, but in most cases the
victims have either been small children or women in weak
condition. The poison is rarely strong enough to kill a healthy man,
but it can give him several hours of severe pain.
Scorpions avoid being seen, so they live under stones or fallen
tree trucks, in deep burrows – and sometimes in shoes or slippers.
There are over 35 different species of scorpions in the world and
India provides a home for at least 80 of them.
One of our commonest species is the red scorpion. It has a
reddish brown body, yellowish legs and a robust yellow tail with
sting attached. Another common species is the knock Scorpion, a
black and hairy beast. All scorpions are carnivorous, feeding
mainly on insects. How such a wary creature as the cockroach
allows itself to be caught by the slow moving scorpion us a marvel.
The effect of the poison varies according to the size and health of
the scorpion, and the constitution of the person who is sting.
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Common Species
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Lives
Stings
2
4
Eats
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5
Brown
body
Slippers
6
7
8
Death
10
Severe pain
Women
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3. Read the following passage and answer the questions set below it.
Nainital is a famous hill town of the Country. It is an unusually
attractive place which provides a breathtaking view of the
Himalayas. Nainital is rightly called the ‘Lake District’ of India
because it is scattered with lakes in and around. Its Naini Lake is
the most beautiful sight for all tourists. It looks all the more
charming when its waters reflect sunrays in Shimmering ripples,
surrounded by several hills on all sides. You can enjoy boat riding
or paddling.
In and around Nainital you can visit a number of places that
captures one’s heart. Situated 2.5 km away from the town, Snow
view is accessible through cable car. It is one of the most – visited
tourist spots. Based at an altitude of 2611 mts, Naina Peak is the
highest peak of snow laden Himalayas. Gurney House, the former
residence of John Corbelt and St. John’s Church are worth seeing
tourist spots.
3(A) With reference to the passage, do as directed.
I.
II.
Find a word in paragraph 2 similar in meaning to ‘attracts’.
(1)
Find a word in paragraph 1 opposite in meaning to ‘ugly’.
(1)
3(B) On the basis of your reading of the passage answer the
following in not more than 10 words each.
I.
II.
III.
(3)
Why is Nainital called the ‘Lake District’ of India?
Which is the Charming feature of Naini Lake?
Name the tourist spots worth seeing in Nainital.
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Section B
(4)
4. A) With reference to the text complete the following by choosing
the correct alternative.
i) Courage was not the absence of fear but_________
a) they can be taught to love
b) the triumph over it.
c) I was born free
ii) A baker’s family depicts a plump physique which proves that________
a) the baker and his family never starved.
b) he and his family was prosperous.
c) baking was a profitable profession.
iii) Valli did not go to the stall to have a drink because_____________
a) She saw the young cow lying dead in the middle of the road.
b) She was afraid of losing her seat to other passengers.
c) She did not have the money to buy the drink.
iv) The Sermon of Benares reflects Buddha’s wisdom____________
a) about one inscrutable kind of suffering
b) to seek enlightenment concerning sorrows.
c) to be free from sorrow.
4B). Answer the following questions in about 10 words each: (Any
four)
(8)
i) Why was lencho angry when he counted the money?
ii) Why did Anne Frank decide to keep a diary?
iii) What does the Indian legend say about the discovery of tea?
iv) What adventure sports are available at Coorg ?
v) What pained Mandela when he remembered the freedom fighters of
the past?
vi) According to Buddha, what kind of life does man experience in this
world?
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4C). Read the following extracts carefully and answer the questions
that follow in 15 to 20 words each ( Any two)
(4)
i) “ God if you don’t help me, my family and I will go hungry this year”
why did the writer need God’s help?
ii) “ After a minute or so he uttered a joyful scream”
Why was the seagull so happy?
iii) “May we start now, Madam?
Why does the conductor refer to Valli as Madam?
4D) Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word:(2)
i) His father and mother had come around calling him shrilly upbraiding
him.
a) perfecting
b) taunting
c) scolding
ii) The most laidback individuals become converts to the life of high
energy adventure
a) relaxed
b) best
c) courageous
5 .A. Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that
follow in not more than 10 words each:i) The way a crow
Shook down on me
The dust of snow
From a hemlock tree
a) Name the poet of the poem?
b) What is meant by ‘hemlock’?
(1)
(1)
ii) I would not intrude on him
A dime another ball is worthless
Now, he senses first responsibility
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a) What happened to the ball?
b) What was the boy’s first possession?
(1)
(1)
5B. Answer the following questions in 10-15 words each:- (4)
(Any two)
i) What is the central idea of the poem ‘Trees”?
ii) What do ‘fire’ and ‘Ice’ represent for the poet?
iii) What does the poet suggest, to identify the lion and the tiger?
iv) How does Leslie Norris bring out the contrast in the life of a tiger in
the zoo and that in it’s natural habitat?
6. Answer the following questions in 10 – 15 words each:- (Any two)
(6)
i) Give a brief character sketch of Hari, the boy thiet?
ii) Why does Horace get angry when he hears anyone talk about
‘honour’ among thieves?
iii) Explain how Noodles played an important role in ‘ The Book that
saved the Earth’?
iv) Do you agree with the statement ‘Griffin, was a brilliant scientist but a
lawless man’. Why?
v) How did Bholi’s teacher play an important role in changing the course
of her life?
Section C
7.A. Fill in each blank with a suitable word given in brackets: (3)
(but, over, and)
i) __________ happiness depends upon how we look at life.
ii) the air was bitterly cold ________ he could not do without clothes.
iii) Maddie was glad she would not have to make fun of Wanda.
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7.B. What would you say if you were the speaker in the following
situations?
(3)
Your younger brother eats unhygienic food form the vendors. Instruct
him about the risk involved. Frame 3 sentences using each of the
modals given below.
must, shouldn’t, can
Use each modal only once.
7.C. Do as directed in the sentences given below
i) India got its freedom on 15th August 1947
(Add a question tag)
(4)
ii) Ravi is tall in the class
(Change to Superlative)
iii) The Lion chased the deers.
(Change the gender)
iv) He was able to do his homework quickly.
(Use prefix)
7.D. Report what was said by Deepa and Sarita using the appropriate
reporting verbs:
(3)
i) “What about having a party on Saturday.”
(Deepa to Sarita)
ii) “Yes, let’s invite everybody from the neighbourhood.”
(Sarita to Deepa)
iii) “That’s a good idea. Then, even if there is noise no one will
complain.”
(Deepa to Sarita)
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7. E. Fill in the blanks using the correct verb forms of the verb given in
brackets:(3)
i) Dr. Satish Kumar________ in Vasco (born)
ii) But he ________ abroad for 3 years (go)
iii) He _______ the best employee award in 1992 (award)
Section D
(3)
8 .A. Recently a survey was conducted in Goa on ‘road accidents’. The
only question asked was ‘what is the main factor responsible for road
accidents in Goa?
The results are shown in the following pie chart
B
A
C
D
ABCD-
Bad roads
Rash driving
Use of mobiles by the riders
Increase in the number of vehicles.
Look at the pie-chart and in 45-50 words write a summary of the results
and your comments.
OR
Given below is a bar diagram comparing particular quantities. Write a
short report. Divide your report into two paragraphs, each one pertaining
to one quantity.
Graph to show the number of tourist visiting some of the tourist spots in
the state in 2008 ( 45-50 words)
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B. Given below is a picture that shows the scene of a literate customer
at the grocery shop. Write two paragraphs in 50-60 words. You may
include your views on it.
(5)
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9. You are SharmilaNaik/ Santosh Desai residing at KhobraVaddo
Calangute. Write a letter to your aunt thanking her for a gift.
(5)
OR
You are a villager from Siolim, Mr. Vallab Naik/Sheela Bhagkar. You are
shocked to notice the illegal cutting of trees in your area. Write a letter to
the Sarpanch, Siolim Bardez Goa, expressing your concern and suggest
ways to stop this.
10. At the end of the day Mohan is writing down an entry in his personal
diary. Using the points he has noted down throughout the day, help him
to write a paragraph of about 20-25 words.
(3)
Points :Woke up- middle of the night-smell of smoke- rushed downstairs kitchen full of smoke.
OR
In order to save electricity, you want to purchase a solar heater. To book
it, you have to send an advance of Rs. 500/- to Messrs Solar
Technologies, A-13, Industrial Complex, Faridabad by Money Order. Fill
in a Money Order Form with the information given here. You are Gaurav
living at F-246, Mayur Vihar Delhi.
Indian Money Order
To
The Postmaster PO______________
Pay Rupees_____________________
To_____________________________
________________________________
_______________ PIN___________
Date___________ Sender’s Signature___________
MO No__________ Date________________
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Stamp of Office of Issue
Sender’s Name and Full Address
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
___________________ PIN__________
Space for Communication
__________________________________________
___________________________________________
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