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In the context of formal communication, how does notice writing primarily function?
In the context of formal communication, how does notice writing primarily function?
- As a tool for disseminating standardized information to a broad audience. (correct)
- As a means of conveying highly personalized messages in a business setting.
- As a platform for interactive dialogues and feedback sessions.
- As a mechanism for circulating informal personal updates within a select group.
Which of the following best describes the balance a letter to the editor should strike?
Which of the following best describes the balance a letter to the editor should strike?
- Detailed personal anecdotes combined with complex rhetorical devices.
- Lengthy elaborations on tangential issues, designed to showcase the writer's expertise.
- Extensive background information mixed with aggressive counter-arguments.
- A precise articulation of the writer's viewpoint, supported by succinct reasoning. (correct)
Considering M. Hamel's emphasis, what deeper significance does preserving the French language hold beyond mere linguistic ability?
Considering M. Hamel's emphasis, what deeper significance does preserving the French language hold beyond mere linguistic ability?
- It simplifies administrative processes and bureaucratic functions.
- It ensures better economic opportunities for the younger generation.
- It fosters closer relationships with neighboring countries and promotes tourism.
- It serves as a token of cultural identity and resistance against oppression. (correct)
How does 'Lost Spring' use specific narratives to criticize a broader societal issue?
How does 'Lost Spring' use specific narratives to criticize a broader societal issue?
How does William Douglas's 'Deep Water' narrative explore the complex psychology behind overcoming deep-seated fears?
How does William Douglas's 'Deep Water' narrative explore the complex psychology behind overcoming deep-seated fears?
In 'The Rat Trap', how does the symbolism of the rat trap critique human nature?
In 'The Rat Trap', how does the symbolism of the rat trap critique human nature?
How does the author use the structure and format of notice writing to convey essential information in professional settings?
How does the author use the structure and format of notice writing to convey essential information in professional settings?
In writing a letter to the editor, what rhetorical strategy enhances the persuasiveness and credibility of the argument?
In writing a letter to the editor, what rhetorical strategy enhances the persuasiveness and credibility of the argument?
Which factor most decisively contributed to the Champaran movement's success regarding indigo cultivation?
Which factor most decisively contributed to the Champaran movement's success regarding indigo cultivation?
In "Poets and Pancakes", which aspect of the film industry is the author primarily exploring through humor and irony?
In "Poets and Pancakes", which aspect of the film industry is the author primarily exploring through humor and irony?
In "The Third Level", what psychological concept does the third level at Grand Central Station most likely represent for the protagonist?
In "The Third Level", what psychological concept does the third level at Grand Central Station most likely represent for the protagonist?
What was the exact amount, denominated in the appropriate currency, that the peddler stole from the crofter in the story?
What was the exact amount, denominated in the appropriate currency, that the peddler stole from the crofter in the story?
What fundamental fear underlies the Tiger King's obsessive quest to eradicate one hundred tigers?
What fundamental fear underlies the Tiger King's obsessive quest to eradicate one hundred tigers?
Beyond mere observation, what was the most profound experiential objective of the author's Antarctic journey?
Beyond mere observation, what was the most profound experiential objective of the author's Antarctic journey?
What primary ethical conflict does Dr. Sadao confront in "The Enemy," testing the boundaries of his moral and professional obligations?
What primary ethical conflict does Dr. Sadao confront in "The Enemy," testing the boundaries of his moral and professional obligations?
What central human experience does "On the Face of It" seek to explore through the interaction of its characters?
What central human experience does "On the Face of It" seek to explore through the interaction of its characters?
In the story of Bama, what societal pressure was she trying to avoid?
In the story of Bama, what societal pressure was she trying to avoid?
What societal ill is Bama directly affected by in her experiences?
What societal ill is Bama directly affected by in her experiences?
What central theme does the story 'The Tiger King' convey regarding the relationship between authority and ego?
What central theme does the story 'The Tiger King' convey regarding the relationship between authority and ego?
Which of the following best represents the initial transition the author makes to enter Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary?
Which of the following best represents the initial transition the author makes to enter Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary?
What does the author's remark, 'Here we felt as though we had stepped into a time warp,' primarily suggest about Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary?
What does the author's remark, 'Here we felt as though we had stepped into a time warp,' primarily suggest about Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary?
What role do the open-billed storks play in the author's observation of the wildlife sanctuary?
What role do the open-billed storks play in the author's observation of the wildlife sanctuary?
How does the author use sensory details to portray the setting as the day transitions to evening?
How does the author use sensory details to portray the setting as the day transitions to evening?
Based on the passage, which of the following reflects the immediate activity of the chital deer and wild boar upon the motorboat's passage?
Based on the passage, which of the following reflects the immediate activity of the chital deer and wild boar upon the motorboat's passage?
Considering the broader themes of the poem from which the extract 'A thing of beauty is a joy forever' is taken, how does it challenge the conventional understanding of beauty's impact on human life?
Considering the broader themes of the poem from which the extract 'A thing of beauty is a joy forever' is taken, how does it challenge the conventional understanding of beauty's impact on human life?
Given the social context depicted in 'The Roadside Stand', what underlying critique does the speaker imply regarding the relationship between urban development and rural communities?
Given the social context depicted in 'The Roadside Stand', what underlying critique does the speaker imply regarding the relationship between urban development and rural communities?
In 'The Roadside Stand,' how does the speaker employ contrasting imagery to underscore the disillusionment experienced by the rural population?
In 'The Roadside Stand,' how does the speaker employ contrasting imagery to underscore the disillusionment experienced by the rural population?
Considering Charley's description of the third level in 'The Third Level', what might the third level represent beyond a mere physical location?
Considering Charley's description of the third level in 'The Third Level', what might the third level represent beyond a mere physical location?
In 'The Tiger King', how does the Maharaja's relentless pursuit of killing 100 tigers reflect broader themes of power, destiny, and ecological responsibility?
In 'The Tiger King', how does the Maharaja's relentless pursuit of killing 100 tigers reflect broader themes of power, destiny, and ecological responsibility?
In 'On the Face of It', how does Mr. Lamb's perspective challenge Derry's perception of himself and his place in the world?
In 'On the Face of It', how does Mr. Lamb's perspective challenge Derry's perception of himself and his place in the world?
Considering the narrative arc of 'The Tiger King', what is the deeper significance of the anticlimactic manner in which the hundredth tiger is 'killed' and how does it contribute to the central theme?
Considering the narrative arc of 'The Tiger King', what is the deeper significance of the anticlimactic manner in which the hundredth tiger is 'killed' and how does it contribute to the central theme?
Inferring from the limited content provided, what is the most likely reason Zitkala hid herself?
Inferring from the limited content provided, what is the most likely reason Zitkala hid herself?
Which of the following factors most significantly contributes to Jharkhand's economic vulnerability, despite its rich natural resources?
Which of the following factors most significantly contributes to Jharkhand's economic vulnerability, despite its rich natural resources?
What is the most accurate description of the relationship between Jharkhand's tribal communities and its forests?
What is the most accurate description of the relationship between Jharkhand's tribal communities and its forests?
Given the challenges Jharkhand faces, which approach would likely be most effective for achieving equitable growth for all its residents?
Given the challenges Jharkhand faces, which approach would likely be most effective for achieving equitable growth for all its residents?
How do the festivals celebrated in Jharkhand primarily reflect the state's cultural landscape?
How do the festivals celebrated in Jharkhand primarily reflect the state's cultural landscape?
In what specific way does the geographical location of Jharkhand contribute to its unique characteristics and challenges?
In what specific way does the geographical location of Jharkhand contribute to its unique characteristics and challenges?
What is the most accurate assessment of Jharkhand's progress in addressing its developmental challenges?
What is the most accurate assessment of Jharkhand's progress in addressing its developmental challenges?
Which strategy would likely be most effective for Jharkhand to reduce its economic vulnerability?
Which strategy would likely be most effective for Jharkhand to reduce its economic vulnerability?
Consider Jharkhand's natural resources, cultural diversity, and developmental challenges. Which of the following statements is the most comprehensive evaluation of the state?
Consider Jharkhand's natural resources, cultural diversity, and developmental challenges. Which of the following statements is the most comprehensive evaluation of the state?
Dr. Sadao faces a complex ethical dilemma. Which statement best encapsulates the core conflict he experiences?
Dr. Sadao faces a complex ethical dilemma. Which statement best encapsulates the core conflict he experiences?
The poetess's parting words 'see you soon, Amma' and her smile hold a deeper significance. Which interpretation reflects the most profound understanding of this moment?
The poetess's parting words 'see you soon, Amma' and her smile hold a deeper significance. Which interpretation reflects the most profound understanding of this moment?
Charley's claim regarding 'The Third Level' invites multiple interpretations. Which perspective offers the most critical analysis of his experience?
Charley's claim regarding 'The Third Level' invites multiple interpretations. Which perspective offers the most critical analysis of his experience?
Roadside stands erected by rural people serve more than just economic purposes. What underlying commentary do they offer on the relationship between rural and urban societies?
Roadside stands erected by rural people serve more than just economic purposes. What underlying commentary do they offer on the relationship between rural and urban societies?
The bangle makers of Firozabad are trapped in a cycle of poverty for many reasons. Which of the following factors most significantly perpetuates this cycle, preventing them from escaping?
The bangle makers of Firozabad are trapped in a cycle of poverty for many reasons. Which of the following factors most significantly perpetuates this cycle, preventing them from escaping?
What was the primary catalyst that propelled the significant environmental shift that occurred in Gondwana 150 million years ago?
What was the primary catalyst that propelled the significant environmental shift that occurred in Gondwana 150 million years ago?
In the context of the provided material, what is the most accurate interpretation of the significance of 'A Thing of Beauty'?
In the context of the provided material, what is the most accurate interpretation of the significance of 'A Thing of Beauty'?
The reference to 'sweet dreams, health, and quiet breathing' suggests a deeper state of well-being. Which option best represents the underlying concept being conveyed?
The reference to 'sweet dreams, health, and quiet breathing' suggests a deeper state of well-being. Which option best represents the underlying concept being conveyed?
Flashcards
Notice Writing
Notice Writing
A formal way to share important information to a group.
Purpose of a Notice
Purpose of a Notice
To inform about an event or announcement clearly and directly.
Letter to the Editor: Key Inclusion
Letter to the Editor: Key Inclusion
A clear opinion on a relevant topic.
M. Hamel's Valuable Thing
M. Hamel's Valuable Thing
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Lost Spring's Central Theme
Lost Spring's Central Theme
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Douglas' Fear of Water (Deep Water)
Douglas' Fear of Water (Deep Water)
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Rat Trap Symbolizes
Rat Trap Symbolizes
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Champaran Movement Success
Champaran Movement Success
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"Poets and Pancakes" Theme
"Poets and Pancakes" Theme
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"The Third Level" Significance
"The Third Level" Significance
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Stolen Amount
Stolen Amount
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Tiger King's Motivation
Tiger King's Motivation
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Antarctica Journey Goal
Antarctica Journey Goal
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Dr. Sadao's Dilemma
Dr. Sadao's Dilemma
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Key Theme: 'On the Face of It'
Key Theme: 'On the Face of It'
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A Thing of Beauty's Impact
A Thing of Beauty's Impact
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Keeping Quiet Meaning
Keeping Quiet Meaning
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City People (Roadside Stand)
City People (Roadside Stand)
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Roadside Stand Tone
Roadside Stand Tone
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Third Level Atmosphere
Third Level Atmosphere
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Tiger King's Target
Tiger King's Target
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"On the Face of It" - Main Characters
"On the Face of It" - Main Characters
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Mr. Lamb's Advice
Mr. Lamb's Advice
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Jharkhand
Jharkhand
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Jharkhand's Capital
Jharkhand's Capital
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Jharkhand's Resources
Jharkhand's Resources
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Jharkhand's Tribes
Jharkhand's Tribes
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Jharkhand's Festivals
Jharkhand's Festivals
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Jharkhand's Rivers
Jharkhand's Rivers
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Jharkhand's Economy
Jharkhand's Economy
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Jharkhand: Summary
Jharkhand: Summary
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Bama's Motivation
Bama's Motivation
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What hurt Bama?
What hurt Bama?
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Power and Pride Lesson
Power and Pride Lesson
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Author's Destination
Author's Destination
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Rest-house Location
Rest-house Location
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Getting to the Rest-house
Getting to the Rest-house
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First Creature Spotted
First Creature Spotted
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Magnificence of Nature
Magnificence of Nature
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Indigo Main Idea
Indigo Main Idea
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The Third Level Meaning
The Third Level Meaning
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What are Kronors?
What are Kronors?
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The Tiger King's Fate
The Tiger King's Fate
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Purpose of journey to Antarctica
Purpose of journey to Antarctica
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Dr. Sadao's Conflict
Dr. Sadao's Conflict
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Poet's Parting Words Significance
Poet's Parting Words Significance
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What is 'A Thing of Beauty'?
What is 'A Thing of Beauty'?
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Study Notes
- Jharkhand Council of Educational Research and Training, Ranchi, has issued a Model Question Paper for the Annual Exam, session 2024-25.
- The exam is for Class XII, Subject: English Core, with a time allocation of 3 hours and a total of 80 marks.
General Instructions
- All questions are compulsory, answer in your own words.
- The question paper consists of 52 questions in total
- Questions 1-30 are multiple-choice, with each question carrying one mark.
- Questions 31-38 are very short answer type, and answering any 6 is mandatory; each question carries 2 marks.
- Questions 39-46 are short answer type, answering any 6 is mandatory; each question carries 3 marks.
- Questions 47-52 are long answer type, answering any 4 is mandatory; each question carries 5 marks.
Multiple Choice Questions & Answers
- Notice writing is an example of Formal communication.
- The primary purpose of a notice is to provide detailed information about an event or announcement.
- A clear and concise opinion on the topic being discussed should be included in a letter to the editor.
- M. Hamel said the most valuable thing to preserve in the face of adversity was the French language.
- The central theme of Lost Spring is the harsh reality of child labor and poverty.
- In Deep Water, William Douglas developed a fear of water because he nearly drowned in a lake.
- The rat trap in the story The Rat Trap symbolizes the trap of greed and deception.
- The main reason for the success of the Champaran movement in Indigo was the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and the support of local peasants.
- In Poets and Pancakes, the author describes the humor and irony of life in the film industry.
- The third level in The Third Level represents the escape into a world of fantasy.
- 30 kronors was stolen from the crofter's pouch.
- The Tiger King was determined to kill 100 tigers in The Tiger King to fulfill a prophecy that he would die at the hands of a tiger.
- The primary purpose of the author's journey in Journey to the End of the Earth to experience life in Antarctica.
- The dilemma faced by Dr. Sadao in The Enemy was whether to save the life of an enemy soldier despite being at war.
- In On the Face of It, the key theme is the emotional and physical challenges faced by people with disabilities.
- At the end of The Enemy, Dr. Sadao helps the enemy soldier escape, disregarding the consequences.
- "A thing of beauty is a joy forever" is taken from the poem A Thing of Beauty.
- "A joy forever" in the poem is described as a thing of beauty.
- The poet associates sweet dreams, health, and quiet breathing with a thing of beauty.
- The poet means refraining from speaking and taking time for self-reflection by "keeping quiet."
- The speaker suggests that the city people are ignorant of the struggles of rural life.
- The speaker's tone in The Roadside Stand can be best described as sarcastic and bitter.
- Charley describes the people as wearing old-fashioned clothes, and streets from the 19th century at the third level.
- The Maharaja needs to kill 100 tigers to prove the prophecy wrong in The Tiger King.
- Derry and Mr. Lamb are the two main characters in On the Face of It.
- Mr. Lamb advises Derry to ignore the opinions of others and focus on the beauty of life.
- The tiger population increases and flourishes after the Maharaja's death in The Tiger King.
- Zitkala hid herself to stop people from cutting her hair.
- Practice of Untouchability had hurt Bama in the society.
- The story The Tiger King suggests that pride leads to self-destruction when abused.
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