English Class XI Term-I Exam

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What type of letter should be written in response to the Pradyuman murder case at Ryan International School?

A letter promoting educational policy changes

A letter to highlight the need for a secure school environment (correct)

A letter detailing the importance of school facilities

A letter expressing joy about safety measures

What is the purpose of the debate mentioned regarding censorship in media?

To present arguments for or against the necessity of media censorship (correct)

To discuss social media trends and their impacts

To inform about recent media reforms

To entertain the audience with humorous anecdotes

What is the main complaint expressed by educationists regarding students?

Students are not studying or showing interest. (correct)

Students interact too much with teachers.

Students spend too much time on sports.

Students have too much homework.

What should be included in the poster for the career counselling session?

A call to action along with session details Signup and view all the answers

Which correction is incorrectly stated in the passage regarding student issues?

Some blames → Some blame Signup and view all the answers

What is the intended outcome of the education review discussed by CBSE?

To enhance the syllabus for character development Signup and view all the answers

Why might development of a positive attitude be emphasized in the assembly debate?

It establishes better relationships with peers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the emotional response indicated regarding the news about the Pradyuman murder case?

Shock and alarm for children's safety Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder' imply about beauty?

Individuals have subjective perceptions of beauty. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'barred' most likely imply in the context given?

Marked by lines or stripes. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Sue from her actions in the extract?

She expresses love despite her pain. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the boys return the horse, according to the extract?

Due to a fear of getting caught. Signup and view all the answers

In the extract, what does the phrase 'the last of his family line' suggest about Tut's dynasty?

There was a significant decline in his family lineage. Signup and view all the answers

What did Sue create for her father in the extract?

A handmade card with caricatures. Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker mean by 'that' in the phrase about forgetting?

The act of returning the horse. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the grandmother stop talking to anyone before her death?

She was preparing for her final moments. Signup and view all the answers

What is the missing word in the phrase 'the diet of _____ female children and women inadequate'?

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What does 'as a result of indiscriminate food allocation' imply about the situation for female children and women?

They suffer from food scarcity. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the worst outcome mentioned in the passage?

No improvement in health. Signup and view all the answers

What is implied when it says women giving birth are victims of malnutrition anemia?

They face health risks due to lack of nutrition. Signup and view all the answers

Which conjunction is used to combine the sentences 'Millie was Mr. Harris's wife. She sent Taplow to the chemist.'?

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In the context of 'Ratna saw Ranga. She stopped singing immediately,' which phrase uses 'as soon as' correctly?

Ratna stopped singing immediately as soon as she saw Ranga. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a subordinating conjunction in the sentences about Mrs. Pearson?

To show a cause-effect relationship. Signup and view all the answers

Which pair of verbs correctly fills in the gaps: 'The wedding procession was yet (a).....(start). It (b)...........(wait) for us to reach.'?

to start, was waiting Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Examination Structure

Term-I / Half Yearly Exam for Class XI at Alpine Public School, Jhansi.
Subject: English with a maximum mark of 80.
All questions are compulsory.

Key Questions

Read passages: comprehension questions follow.
Letter writing: Concerning safety in schools post Ryan International School Pradyuman murder case.
Debate: Stand on the motion regarding censorship in media and its impacts.
Poster drafting: Career counselling session by Mr. P.K. Puri at Hotel Ashoka.

Language and Grammar

Error correction: Identify and correct grammatical mistakes in provided sentences.
Omitted word exercise: Fill in missing words from given lines.
Sentence transformation: Convert sentences using specified conjunctions and structures.

Literature Analysis

Reflective writing: Discuss beauty perception related to a grandmother's character in a literary context.
Character analysis: Examine traits and significance of characters in quotes such as Sue from an extract, focusing on her resilience.
Thematic questions: Explore themes of empathy, responsibility, and personal growth in narratives.

Poetic Devices

Identify poetic devices in lines and their impact on meaning.
Vocabulary: Understand specific word meanings in context, such as "barred."

In-depth Comprehension

Engage in extracting meaning from literary excerpts: analyze character actions and settings to derive broader themes.
Inquire about character development and relationships, particularly in stories of personal sacrifice and legacy, like that of Tutankhamun.

Conclusion

Prepare for varied question formats including multiple-choice, short answer, and descriptive writing.
Integrate grammar and literary analysis with current events and social issues for a comprehensive understanding.

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