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Class - IX
ENGLISH
(Communicative)
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 60
Total No. of Pages : 7
The Question Paper is divided into three sections :
Section A : Reading 20 Marks
Section B : Writing 20 Marks
Section C : Grammar 20 Marks
General Instructions :
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. You may attempt any section at a time.
3. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
SECTION - A
(Reading - 20 Marks)
5
1. Read the given poem carefully :
The Vampire Jack Prelutsky
The night is still and sombre,
and in the murky gloom arisen from his slumber,
the vampire leaves his tomb.
His eyes are pools of fire,
his skin is icy white,
and blood his own desire this woe begotten night.
Then through the silent city,
he makes his silent way, prepared to take no pity upon his hapless prey.
An open window beckons,
he grins a hungry grin,
and pausing not one second he swiftly climbs within.
And there, beneath her covers,
his victim lies in sleep,
with fangs agleam, he hovers
and with those fangs, bites deep
The vampire drinks till sated,
he fills his every pore,
and then, his thirst abated,
licks clean the dripping gore,
With powers now replenished, his thirst no longer burns.
His thirst this night is finished,
so to his tomb he turns,
and there awhile in silence he’ll rest beneath the mud
until, with thoughts of violence,
he wakes and utters......blood!
2
On the basis of your reading of the above poem, complete the following statements by choosing the correct options from those given below :
(1) The poem is set __________________
(a) at night (b) at noon
(c) at early dawn (d) in the evening
(2)
The vampire is not human because _____________ .
it has icy cold skin and red eyes
its skin is cold and its eyes are red hot
it lives in a tomb and its eyes are red
it lives in a tomb, has icy skin and red eyes
(3)
He grins when he sees an open window because _____________
(a) there are people who are awake
(b) he can see people sleeping in the room
(c) it is easy for him to get in
(d) he loves airy spaces
(4)
The word in the poem which means `nourished’ is ___________
(a) abated,
(b) gore
(c) agleam
(d) replenished
(5)
The mood created by the imagery in this poem is that of __________.
(a) dreaminess (b) terror (c ) disgust (d) amusement
2. Read the given passage carefully : 5
Easter Island
Easter Island, also called Rapa Nui, is an isolated speck of lands in the vast Pacific Ocean. It is over 1000 miles away from its closest island neighbours! The island got its western name because it was spotted by a Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen, on Easter Sunday, April 5, 1722. The climate is mild and its volcanic origins make for very fertile soil. The surrounding sea also teems with life. A combination of all these blessings make Easter Island a miniature paradise.
The island is famous for its numerous prehistoric stone statues. These ancient, gigantic statues, about 900 of them, are made of volcanic rock. They are called “moai’ and date from between AD 1400 and AD 1600. The biggest moai is an enormous 72-foot-long moai called “El Gigante”. The moai are located single or in groups on sacred mounds or stone bases, called “ahu,” circling Easter Island. No one knows exactly how or why the monumental statues were made, or what they represent.The most common theory is that the statues were carved by the Polynesian inhabitants.They are thought to have been representations of deceased ancestors or perhaps important living personages.Modern Easter Island has no trees. The island once possessed a forest of palm trees,but it is thought that the native Easter Islanders completely deforested the island in the process of constructing their statues. (225 words)
On the basis of your reading of the above passage, complete the following statements choosing the correct options from those given below.
(1) Rapa Nui is called an `isolated speck’ because ...............
(a) it is located in the Pacific Ocean which has no other islands
(b) it is one of the many islands that lie in a cluster
(c) it is a dusty island surrounded by forested islands
(d) it is a tiny island and cut off from the mainland
(2) The Easter Island is best known for ....................
(a) its mild climate
(b) its fertile soil
(c) its ancient statues
(d) all of these
(3) The statues remain a mystery because .....................
(a) they represent important people
(b) they represent the ancestors of the inhabitants
(c) they represent their deities
(d) no one knows what they represent
(4) Because of the construction of these statues the island...............
(a) has become a tourist spot
(b) has become fertile
(c) has lost its trees
(d) is called a mini paradise
(5) The word in the passage that means `inhabitant’ is ...............
(a) native
(b) numerous
(c) enormous
(d) personages
3. Read the passage given below carefully. 5
Caring for a Pet Snake
Snakes are beautiful animals, and nothing compares to their graceful, lithe movements or the feel of their smooth, dry scales. Snakes have a number of advantages over mainstream pets. Without fur, they’re great for animal enthusiasts who are allergic to animal fur of more conventional pets. Many snakes only need to be fed once or twice a month, making them an ultra low maintenance pet. They are quiet and thus a real advantage for anyone living in an apartment. Also, they don’t require outdoor excur- sions. Contrary to conventional thinking, snakes can be socialized. They may even show subtle signs of affection.
Snakes do not need much room. Any simple wooden box with a sliding glass front and a dozen small ventilation holes around the sides would do. It should be big enough for him to slither around in. A heavy glass dish two or three inches deep, half filled with water, does for drinking and bathing. A rock or branch to crawl over and a sprinkling of sand on the floor are all the furnishings you need.
Feeding a pet snake is a problem. Earthworms are good food for some small snakes,frogs for some medium-sized kinds. King snakes often eat mice. Snakes shed their skin approximately every three months ; during this time, yours may need extra water to soak in.Well -fed snakes in dry cages are likely to stay healthy. Some may develop skin infection if the floor of the cage is wet. When a snake gets ill, it’s usually best to turn it loose.
4
On the basis of your reading of the above passage, complete the following statements :
(1) People find snakes good looking because of their ............... and ...........................
(2) Two advantages of keeping snakes as pets are ............................
(a) ........................................................................ (b) ........................................................................
(3) It is convenient to keep a snake in an apartment because ........................................
......................................................
(4) Snakes need extra water when ...................................
4. Read the passage given below carefully - 5
FULANI
The Fulani people of West Africa are primarily herders and traders. Through their nomadic lifestyle, they established numerous trade routes in West Africa.The most important object in Fulani society is cattle, and there are many names, traditions,and taboos concerning cattle. The number of cows a person owns is a sign of his wealth. This has caused significant conflict in recent months between the Fulani and other ethnic groups. The reason for this is that the cows many times go into the fields and eat the grain of local farmers. With increasing number of other means of transpor- tation being used the Fulani are at the risk of losing their identity as nomads and are being forced to settle in farms and villages. This sometimes creates other problems, because the Fulani are very proud of their unique culture and used to ruling over other people.
The main difference between the Fulani and other African people is that the Fulani have a huge respect for beauty. Beauty is considered very important and one of the ways this is shown is through tattoos. A distinguishing feature of a Fulani can be their lips, which are many times a blackish color from the use of Henna or tattooing done on the mouth. Being brave and fearless is very important for the Fulani. One tradition is that when two boys reach coming of age the two hit each other with their staffs not showing any pain but instead laugh. Many have died in these ceremonies. (250 words)
On the basis of your reading of the above passage, complete the following statements :
Nomadic existence has helped the Fulani people by ...........................
The importance of cattle in their community is shown by their ...................... Cattle are also the main reason for clashes in the community as................... The Fulani people show their fascination with appearances by ................... The word `unique’ in the passage means ..........................
5
SECTION - B
(Writing - 20 Marks)
5. Write the story based on the visual clue in about 80 words. Begin : I was reading a book when I looked up. There in the window I
saw..................... 4
6. Write a letter, in about 120 words, to the editor of a national daily expressing your views on the evils of dowry and how this problem
needs to be tackled. 8
7. Sunbeam School, Varanasi is observing Awareness Week and you decide to speak on Road Rage In India. Based on the verbal input
given below, and your own ideas write the speech on the need for the people to control their anger and inculcate the habit of
disciplined driving. Write it in about 150 words. 8
Road Rage - A Reason to Worry
"Aggressive driving and road rage is on the rise and is the top concern for many drivers today. It is reported that “at least 1,500 people a year are seriously injured or killed in senseless traffic disputes. With the cities expanding rapidly and the average motorist spending more time on the road than ever before, incidents of road rage are becoming more prevalent."
6
SECTION - C
(Grammar - 20 Marks)
8. In the passage given below, some words are missing. Choose the correct word from the given options to complete the passage
meaningfully. ½x8=4
The communities of ants (a) ______________ sometimes very large, numbering even(b)_________ 500 individuals: and it is a lesson (c) ___________ us that no one has ever yet seen a quarrel (d) ______________ any two ants belonging to the (e) __________ community. On the other hand it must be admitted (f) ______________ they are in hostility not only with most other insects including ants of different species, but(g) _________ with those of the same species if belonging to different communities. I have over and over again introduced ants from one nest to (h) ________ of the same species; and they were invariably attacked, seized by a leg or an antenna, and dragged out.
(a) (i) a (ii) an (iii) are (iv) the
(b) (i) to (ii) upto (iii) in (iv) into
(c) (i) towards (ii) at (iii) for (iv) into
(d) (i) between (ii) among (iii) in (iv) for
(e) (i) like (ii) similar (iii) same (iv) one
(f) (i) for (ii) that (iii) to (iv) in
(g) (i) also (ii) too (iii) instead (iv) and
(h) (i) another (ii) second (iii) many (iv) other
9. In the passage given below, one word has been omitted in each line. Write the missing word along with the word that comes before
and the word that comes after it in your answer book against the correct blank number. Ensure that the word that forms your answer is
underlined.
Now-a-days Father’s Day celebrations held
throughout world. But sadly enough, the day
has commercialised and children celebrate
the day by sending cards their fathers rather than
by honouring and cherishing the bonds they share with him. In India observance seems to
be direct influence of liberalisation of the
economy and attitude. Moving ahead important but not at the cost of values.
(a) .......................
(b)....................... (c)....................... (d)...................... (e)...................... (f)....................... (g)..................... (h).....................
½x8=4
10.
Look at the words and phrases given below. Rearrange them to form meaningful sentences. 1x4=4
(1) saw/a rabid dog/being bitten/a man/ after/in acute pain/Louis Pasteur/by
(2) then/ there/no treatment/was/for/preventing rabies
(3) the/red hot iron/burnt/with/ wound/to be/ had
(4) this/an alternative solution/ he saw/decided/and/to find/to/it
7
11. Rajni went to see some paying guest accommodation. Later she wrote to her mother about it. Read the conversation between Rajni
and the landlady and complete Rajni’s letter to her mother. 1x4=4
Rajni : Good Morning. I have come to see you about the room you advertised
Landlady : Oh yes,
Rajni : The advertisement said `shared bathroom and kitchen’. How many people use the bathroom and the kitchen ?
Landlady : You will have to share it only one girl, Shiela , And she does not like cooking. She eats out most of the time.
Rajni : I enjoy cooking. But how do we pay for the gas we use in the kitchen?
Landlady : That’s included in the rent.
Rajni : Can I see the room ? Does it face the front ? Or the back ?
Landlady : It faces the park in the front. It is quite airy ?
Rajni : Can I see it ?
Landlady : Sure.
Dear Mother,
I went to see a room as paying guest accomodation yesterday. It is a nice airy room and faces a park. The advertisement said that there was a `shared bathroom and a kitchen’ but when I asked the landlady about it she assured me (a) _____________. The girl with whom I would share the bathroom and kitchen, Shiela, (b) _____________and she ate out most of the time. I informed the landlady that I en joyed cooking. I also asked her (c)__________she told me that the money for the gas (d) ________________. I have paid a month’s rent in advance and will shift in next week.
Your loving daughter,
Rajini
12. Given below are some notes about the life and achievements of Dr. B.R Ambedkar, the chief architect of India’s Constitution. Write a brief paragraph about Dr. Ambedkar to be read out on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti by choosing the correct options from those given below.
Dr. B.R Ambedkar
1x4=4
1913 : Awarded a Baroda State Scholarship
1915 : Passes M.A. Economics - Columbia University, New York - obtains Ph.D
1921 - 23 : Obtains M.S.c from London School of Economics : obtains D.Sc.
1924 : Founds Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha
1926 : Nominated as Member of the Bombay Legislative Council
1930 - 32 : Official nominee to the Three Round Table Conferences
1940 - 42 : Serves in Governor - General’s Executive Council as Labour Member
1948 : As Chairman of the Constituent Assembly’s Drafting Committee and
Law Minister in the Nehru Cabinet submits First Draft of Constitution.
8
Dr. B.R Ambedkar was born at Mhow in Madhya Pradesh in 1891. Being a
brilliantstudent he was awarded the Baroda State Scholarship and joined Columbia University, New York. After (a) __________MA Economics he joined the London School of Economics from where he obtained his D.Sc. Bahishkrit Hitkari Sabha (b) __________ by him in 1924, an association for the moral and material progress of the untouchables. During this period, he (c) _______________- Bombay Legislative Council and was the official nominee to the Three Round Table Conferences. From 1940-42 he served in Governor-General’s Executive Council as Labour Member. In Jawaharlal Nehur’s Cabinet he functioned as Chairman of the Constituent Assembly’s Drafting Committee and Law Minister in which capacity he (d) _________ of the Constitution in 1948.
(a) (i) passing (ii) having passed his
(iii) passed his (iv) having had passed his
(b) (i) had founded (ii) founded
(iii) was founded (iv) has been founded
(c) (i) had been nominated as member of the
(ii) has been nominated as Member of the
(iii) was nominated as Member of the
(iv) have nominated as Member of the
(d) (i) had submitted the First Draft
(ii) has submitted the First Draft
(iii) have submitted the First Draft
(iv) submitted the First Draft
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Class - IX
ENGLISH
(Communicative)
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 60
Total No. of Pages : 7
The Question Paper is divided into three sections :
Section A : Reading 20 Marks
Section B : Writing 20 Marks
Section C : Grammar 20 Marks
General Instructions :
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. You may attempt any section at a time.
3. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
SECTION - A
(Reading - 20 Marks)
5
1. Read the given poem carefully :
The Vampire Jack Prelutsky
The night is still and sombre,
and in the murky gloom arisen from his slumber,
the vampire leaves his tomb.
His eyes are pools of fire,
his skin is icy white,
and blood his own desire this woe begotten night.
Then through the silent city,
he makes his silent way, prepared to take no pity upon his hapless prey.
An open window beckons,
he grins a hungry grin,
and pausing not one second he swiftly climbs within.
And there, beneath her covers,
his victim lies in sleep,
with fangs agleam, he hovers
and with those fangs, bites deep
The vampire drinks till sated,
he fills his every pore,
and then, his thirst abated,
licks clean the dripping gore,
With powers now replenished, his thirst no longer burns.
His thirst this night is finished,
so to his tomb he turns,
and there awhile in silence he’ll rest beneath the mud
until, with thoughts of violence,
he wakes and utters......blood!
2
On the basis of your reading of the above poem, complete the following statements by choosing the correct options from those given below :
(1) The poem is set __________________
(a) at night (b) at noon
(c) at early dawn (d) in the evening
(2)
The vampire is not human because _____________ .
it has icy cold skin and red eyes
its skin is cold and its eyes are red hot
it lives in a tomb and its eyes are red
it lives in a tomb, has icy skin and red eyes
(3)
He grins when he sees an open window because _____________
(a) there are people who are awake
(b) he can see people sleeping in the room
(c) it is easy for him to get in
(d) he loves airy spaces
(4)
The word in the poem which means `nourished’ is ___________
(a) abated,
(b) gore
(c) agleam
(d) replenished
(5)
The mood created by the imagery in this poem is that of __________.
(a) dreaminess (b) terror (c ) disgust (d) amusement
2. Read the given passage carefully : 5
Easter Island
Easter Island, also called Rapa Nui, is an isolated speck of lands in the vast Pacific Ocean. It is over 1000 miles away from its closest island neighbours! The island got its western name because it was spotted by a Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen, on Easter Sunday, April 5, 1722. The climate is mild and its volcanic origins make for very fertile soil. The surrounding sea also teems with life. A combination of all these blessings make Easter Island a miniature paradise.
The island is famous for its numerous prehistoric stone statues. These ancient, gigantic statues, about 900 of them, are made of volcanic rock. They are called “moai’ and date from between AD 1400 and AD 1600. The biggest moai is an enormous 72-foot-long moai called “El Gigante”. The moai are located single or in groups on sacred mounds or stone bases, called “ahu,” circling Easter Island. No one knows exactly how or why the monumental statues were made, or what they represent.The most common theory is that the statues were carved by the Polynesian inhabitants.They are thought to have been representations of deceased ancestors or perhaps important living personages.Modern Easter Island has no trees. The island once possessed a forest of palm trees,but it is thought that the native Easter Islanders completely deforested the island in the process of constructing their statues. (225 words)
On the basis of your reading of the above passage, complete the following statements choosing the correct options from those given below.
(1) Rapa Nui is called an `isolated speck’ because ...............
(a) it is located in the Pacific Ocean which has no other islands
(b) it is one of the many islands that lie in a cluster
(c) it is a dusty island surrounded by forested islands
(d) it is a tiny island and cut off from the mainland
(2) The Easter Island is best known for ....................
(a) its mild climate
(b) its fertile soil
(c) its ancient statues
(d) all of these
(3) The statues remain a mystery because .....................
(a) they represent important people
(b) they represent the ancestors of the inhabitants
(c) they represent their deities
(d) no one knows what they represent
(4) Because of the construction of these statues the island...............
(a) has become a tourist spot
(b) has become fertile
(c) has lost its trees
(d) is called a mini paradise
(5) The word in the passage that means `inhabitant’ is ...............
(a) native
(b) numerous
(c) enormous
(d) personages
3. Read the passage given below carefully. 5
Caring for a Pet Snake
Snakes are beautiful animals, and nothing compares to their graceful, lithe movements or the feel of their smooth, dry scales. Snakes have a number of advantages over mainstream pets. Without fur, they’re great for animal enthusiasts who are allergic to animal fur of more conventional pets. Many snakes only need to be fed once or twice a month, making them an ultra low maintenance pet. They are quiet and thus a real advantage for anyone living in an apartment. Also, they don’t require outdoor excur- sions. Contrary to conventional thinking, snakes can be socialized. They may even show subtle signs of affection.
Snakes do not need much room. Any simple wooden box with a sliding glass front and a dozen small ventilation holes around the sides would do. It should be big enough for him to slither around in. A heavy glass dish two or three inches deep, half filled with water, does for drinking and bathing. A rock or branch to crawl over and a sprinkling of sand on the floor are all the furnishings you need.
Feeding a pet snake is a problem. Earthworms are good food for some small snakes,frogs for some medium-sized kinds. King snakes often eat mice. Snakes shed their skin approximately every three months ; during this time, yours may need extra water to soak in.Well -fed snakes in dry cages are likely to stay healthy. Some may develop skin infection if the floor of the cage is wet. When a snake gets ill, it’s usually best to turn it loose.
4
On the basis of your reading of the above passage, complete the following statements :
(1) People find snakes good looking because of their ............... and ...........................
(2) Two advantages of keeping snakes as pets are ............................
(a) ........................................................................ (b) ........................................................................
(3) It is convenient to keep a snake in an apartment because ........................................
......................................................
(4) Snakes need extra water when ...................................
4. Read the passage given below carefully - 5
FULANI
The Fulani people of West Africa are primarily herders and traders. Through their nomadic lifestyle, they established numerous trade routes in West Africa.The most important object in Fulani society is cattle, and there are many names, traditions,and taboos concerning cattle. The number of cows a person owns is a sign of his wealth. This has caused significant conflict in recent months between the Fulani and other ethnic groups. The reason for this is that the cows many times go into the fields and eat the grain of local farmers. With increasing number of other means of transpor- tation being used the Fulani are at the risk of losing their identity as nomads and are being forced to settle in farms and villages. This sometimes creates other problems, because the Fulani are very proud of their unique culture and used to ruling over other people.
The main difference between the Fulani and other African people is that the Fulani have a huge respect for beauty. Beauty is considered very important and one of the ways this is shown is through tattoos. A distinguishing feature of a Fulani can be their lips, which are many times a blackish color from the use of Henna or tattooing done on the mouth. Being brave and fearless is very important for the Fulani. One tradition is that when two boys reach coming of age the two hit each other with their staffs not showing any pain but instead laugh. Many have died in these ceremonies. (250 words)
On the basis of your reading of the above passage, complete the following statements :
Nomadic existence has helped the Fulani people by ...........................
The importance of cattle in their community is shown by their ...................... Cattle are also the main reason for clashes in the community as................... The Fulani people show their fascination with appearances by ................... The word `unique’ in the passage means ..........................
5
SECTION - B
(Writing - 20 Marks)
5. Write the story based on the visual clue in about 80 words. Begin : I was reading a book when I looked up. There in the window I
saw..................... 4
6. Write a letter, in about 120 words, to the editor of a national daily expressing your views on the evils of dowry and how this problem
needs to be tackled. 8
7. Sunbeam School, Varanasi is observing Awareness Week and you decide to speak on Road Rage In India. Based on the verbal input
given below, and your own ideas write the speech on the need for the people to control their anger and inculcate the habit of
disciplined driving. Write it in about 150 words. 8
Road Rage - A Reason to Worry
"Aggressive driving and road rage is on the rise and is the top concern for many drivers today. It is reported that “at least 1,500 people a year are seriously injured or killed in senseless traffic disputes. With the cities expanding rapidly and the average motorist spending more time on the road than ever before, incidents of road rage are becoming more prevalent."
6
SECTION - C
(Grammar - 20 Marks)
8. In the passage given below, some words are missing. Choose the correct word from the given options to complete the passage
meaningfully. ½x8=4
The communities of ants (a) ______________ sometimes very large, numbering even(b)_________ 500 individuals: and it is a lesson (c) ___________ us that no one has ever yet seen a quarrel (d) ______________ any two ants belonging to the (e) __________ community. On the other hand it must be admitted (f) ______________ they are in hostility not only with most other insects including ants of different species, but(g) _________ with those of the same species if belonging to different communities. I have over and over again introduced ants from one nest to (h) ________ of the same species; and they were invariably attacked, seized by a leg or an antenna, and dragged out.
(a) (i) a (ii) an (iii) are (iv) the
(b) (i) to (ii) upto (iii) in (iv) into
(c) (i) towards (ii) at (iii) for (iv) into
(d) (i) between (ii) among (iii) in (iv) for
(e) (i) like (ii) similar (iii) same (iv) one
(f) (i) for (ii) that (iii) to (iv) in
(g) (i) also (ii) too (iii) instead (iv) and
(h) (i) another (ii) second (iii) many (iv) other
9. In the passage given below, one word has been omitted in each line. Write the missing word along with the word that comes before
and the word that comes after it in your answer book against the correct blank number. Ensure that the word that forms your answer is
underlined.
Now-a-days Father’s Day celebrations held
throughout world. But sadly enough, the day
has commercialised and children celebrate
the day by sending cards their fathers rather than
by honouring and cherishing the bonds they share with him. In India observance seems to
be direct influence of liberalisation of the
economy and attitude. Moving ahead important but not at the cost of values.
(a) .......................
(b)....................... (c)....................... (d)...................... (e)...................... (f)....................... (g)..................... (h).....................
½x8=4
10.
Look at the words and phrases given below. Rearrange them to form meaningful sentences. 1x4=4
(1) saw/a rabid dog/being bitten/a man/ after/in acute pain/Louis Pasteur/by
(2) then/ there/no treatment/was/for/preventing rabies
(3) the/red hot iron/burnt/with/ wound/to be/ had
(4) this/an alternative solution/ he saw/decided/and/to find/to/it
7
11. Rajni went to see some paying guest accommodation. Later she wrote to her mother about it. Read the conversation between Rajni
and the landlady and complete Rajni’s letter to her mother. 1x4=4
Rajni : Good Morning. I have come to see you about the room you advertised
Landlady : Oh yes,
Rajni : The advertisement said `shared bathroom and kitchen’. How many people use the bathroom and the kitchen ?
Landlady : You will have to share it only one girl, Shiela , And she does not like cooking. She eats out most of the time.
Rajni : I enjoy cooking. But how do we pay for the gas we use in the kitchen?
Landlady : That’s included in the rent.
Rajni : Can I see the room ? Does it face the front ? Or the back ?
Landlady : It faces the park in the front. It is quite airy ?
Rajni : Can I see it ?
Landlady : Sure.
Dear Mother,
I went to see a room as paying guest accomodation yesterday. It is a nice airy room and faces a park. The advertisement said that there was a `shared bathroom and a kitchen’ but when I asked the landlady about it she assured me (a) _____________. The girl with whom I would share the bathroom and kitchen, Shiela, (b) _____________and she ate out most of the time. I informed the landlady that I en joyed cooking. I also asked her (c)__________she told me that the money for the gas (d) ________________. I have paid a month’s rent in advance and will shift in next week.
Your loving daughter,
Rajini
12. Given below are some notes about the life and achievements of Dr. B.R Ambedkar, the chief architect of India’s Constitution. Write a brief paragraph about Dr. Ambedkar to be read out on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti by choosing the correct options from those given below.
Dr. B.R Ambedkar
1x4=4
1913 : Awarded a Baroda State Scholarship
1915 : Passes M.A. Economics - Columbia University, New York - obtains Ph.D
1921 - 23 : Obtains M.S.c from London School of Economics : obtains D.Sc.
1924 : Founds Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha
1926 : Nominated as Member of the Bombay Legislative Council
1930 - 32 : Official nominee to the Three Round Table Conferences
1940 - 42 : Serves in Governor - General’s Executive Council as Labour Member
1948 : As Chairman of the Constituent Assembly’s Drafting Committee and
Law Minister in the Nehru Cabinet submits First Draft of Constitution.
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Dr. B.R Ambedkar was born at Mhow in Madhya Pradesh in 1891. Being a
brilliantstudent he was awarded the Baroda State Scholarship and joined Columbia University, New York. After (a) __________MA Economics he joined the London School of Economics from where he obtained his D.Sc. Bahishkrit Hitkari Sabha (b) __________ by him in 1924, an association for the moral and material progress of the untouchables. During this period, he (c) _______________- Bombay Legislative Council and was the official nominee to the Three Round Table Conferences. From 1940-42 he served in Governor-General’s Executive Council as Labour Member. In Jawaharlal Nehur’s Cabinet he functioned as Chairman of the Constituent Assembly’s Drafting Committee and Law Minister in which capacity he (d) _________ of the Constitution in 1948.
(a) (i) passing (ii) having passed his
(iii) passed his (iv) having had passed his
(b) (i) had founded (ii) founded
(iii) was founded (iv) has been founded
(c) (i) had been nominated as member of the
(ii) has been nominated as Member of the
(iii) was nominated as Member of the
(iv) have nominated as Member of the
(d) (i) had submitted the First Draft
(ii) has submitted the First Draft
(iii) have submitted the First Draft
(iv) submitted the First Draft
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