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Which author is associated with the work 'Oroonoko'?
Which author is associated with the work 'Oroonoko'?
What term describes novels that incorporate horror, bloodshed, and mystery?
What term describes novels that incorporate horror, bloodshed, and mystery?
Which of the following elements is NOT essential to a 'Novel' or 'Novella'?
Which of the following elements is NOT essential to a 'Novel' or 'Novella'?
The German term 'bildungsroman' refers to which concept?
The German term 'bildungsroman' refers to which concept?
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In 'Around the World in Eighty Days', what does the quote 'Quitters never win and Winners never quit' signify about Phileas Fogg?
In 'Around the World in Eighty Days', what does the quote 'Quitters never win and Winners never quit' signify about Phileas Fogg?
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What was the author's initial feeling about getting into IIT?
What was the author's initial feeling about getting into IIT?
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What language did the author primarily use for their education?
What language did the author primarily use for their education?
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What incident caused the author to feel humiliated and upset?
What incident caused the author to feel humiliated and upset?
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What emotion did the author struggle with during their time at IIT?
What emotion did the author struggle with during their time at IIT?
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What prevented the author from running away to Solapur?
What prevented the author from running away to Solapur?
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How did the author describe their spoken English skills?
How did the author describe their spoken English skills?
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What reaction did the author have after feeling humiliated by the senior student?
What reaction did the author have after feeling humiliated by the senior student?
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What major cultural difference did the author face upon arriving in Mumbai?
What major cultural difference did the author face upon arriving in Mumbai?
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What is being offered by the government of India to encourage medical tourism?
What is being offered by the government of India to encourage medical tourism?
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Which statement about medical tourism is true?
Which statement about medical tourism is true?
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What is a potential hazard for medical tourists concerning infectious diseases?
What is a potential hazard for medical tourists concerning infectious diseases?
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Which of these diseases is specifically mentioned as a concern for medical tourists?
Which of these diseases is specifically mentioned as a concern for medical tourists?
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What challenge might medical tourists face after returning home?
What challenge might medical tourists face after returning home?
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What initiative was set up by the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Tourism regarding medical tourism?
What initiative was set up by the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Tourism regarding medical tourism?
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What aspect of medical care does medical tourism typically vary in quality?
What aspect of medical care does medical tourism typically vary in quality?
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What is one of the consequences of complications after medical tourism?
What is one of the consequences of complications after medical tourism?
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What did Sir Ralph the Rover wish to hear as they drifted at sea?
What did Sir Ralph the Rover wish to hear as they drifted at sea?
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Which incident occurs first in the sequence of events described in the poem?
Which incident occurs first in the sequence of events described in the poem?
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What is the consequence of the ship hitting the Inchcape Rock?
What is the consequence of the ship hitting the Inchcape Rock?
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What poetic device is exemplified by the line 'The Rover could hear one dreadful sound'?
What poetic device is exemplified by the line 'The Rover could hear one dreadful sound'?
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In the poem 'She walks in beauty', what does the speaker compare the subject to?
In the poem 'She walks in beauty', what does the speaker compare the subject to?
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What does the phrase 'But tell of days in goodness spent' imply about the subject in the poem?
What does the phrase 'But tell of days in goodness spent' imply about the subject in the poem?
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Which aspect of imagery is notably used in the lines describing the subject's eyes?
Which aspect of imagery is notably used in the lines describing the subject's eyes?
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What ultimately leads to the downfall of Sir Ralph the Rover?
What ultimately leads to the downfall of Sir Ralph the Rover?
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Which element should be included in a farewell function script as a concluding remark?
Which element should be included in a farewell function script as a concluding remark?
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In preparing a film review, which aspect is NOT typically covered?
In preparing a film review, which aspect is NOT typically covered?
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What should be the primary focus of a blog discussing 'Social media is spoiling the spirit of Education'?
What should be the primary focus of a blog discussing 'Social media is spoiling the spirit of Education'?
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What is a key component of a speech regarding water-harvesting for school children?
What is a key component of a speech regarding water-harvesting for school children?
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Which point would best support the expansion of the idea 'Experience is the best teacher'?
Which point would best support the expansion of the idea 'Experience is the best teacher'?
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In the context of a Voters' Registration Camp, which is the most impactful slogan to use?
In the context of a Voters' Registration Camp, which is the most impactful slogan to use?
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What should be the duration of the speech for water-conservation according to guidelines provided?
What should be the duration of the speech for water-conservation according to guidelines provided?
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What kind of support would be most relevant in preparing a speech on water-harvesting?
What kind of support would be most relevant in preparing a speech on water-harvesting?
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What is the main purpose of drafting a virtual message as Ramesh?
What is the main purpose of drafting a virtual message as Ramesh?
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What is the required word count for the statement of purpose for the Royal Institute of Mass-communication?
What is the required word count for the statement of purpose for the Royal Institute of Mass-communication?
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In the group discussion, what is the main argument being supported?
In the group discussion, what is the main argument being supported?
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What is the nature of the email to the city-dealer of DELL Computers about?
What is the nature of the email to the city-dealer of DELL Computers about?
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What type of report is to be drafted about the '75th Anniversary of our National Independence' celebration?
What type of report is to be drafted about the '75th Anniversary of our National Independence' celebration?
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What is the main purpose of the interview questions for the ex-student?
What is the main purpose of the interview questions for the ex-student?
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Which activity requires students to convey personal experience and opinions?
Which activity requires students to convey personal experience and opinions?
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How many interview questions are required for the ex-student invited to the junior college?
How many interview questions are required for the ex-student invited to the junior college?
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Study Notes
Important Instructions
- Each activity must be answered in full sentences.
- Single-word answers are not sufficient for credit.
- Activity numbers are important for questions with multiple choice answers.
- Diagrams, charts, etc. should be copied completely.
- Colored pens/pencils are not allowed. Blue/black ink only
- Avoid multiple answers to the same question, this is deemed incorrect.
- Maintain question order throughout the activity.
SECTION - I: Prose
- This section involves reading comprehension, language study, summary writing, and mind-mapping.
- Question 1(A) requires reading a passage and completing the related activities.
- The passage mentions a student's experience at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Solapur.
- The student felt lonely and inadequate because of poor English skills and an inferiority complex.
- An incident where a senior student mocked the student's English further amplified the negative feelings.
SECTION - Continued
- One question involves choosing correct statements about the passage, identifying negative and positive qualities of the character, suggesting ways to improve English communication skills and completing a passage with correct alternatives using 'though'.
Additional Questions
- Another question involves understanding specific vocabulary used in the extract.
- Correcting a grammatical error in a sentence about working in the office since 1996.
- Identifying the correct use of passive voice forms and indirect speech.
- Matching words with their antonyms.
- Discussing the concept of medical tourism in India, highlighting its advantages/ disadvantages, accessibility and ethical issues related to it. Discussing possible infection risks.
- Analyzing positive and negative aspects of medical tourism.
- Complete activities regarding a 'mixed blessing' situation. The topic is specifically asked to be related to medical tourism.
- Expressing opinion on encouraging medical tourism in India with arguments.
SECTION - II: Poetry
- The extract focuses on the sinking of a ship and the desperation of a man, Sir Ralph.
- The poem emphasizes dreadful sounds, the role of the Inchcape Bell, and the overwhelming presence of strong waves and an inevitable fate.
- There were incidents described that resulted in despair, and a dreadful sound like the Inchcape Bell.
- Questions in the section require students to assemble events chronologically and identify poetic instruments.
- Appreciation and analysis of the poem's poetic devices, sentiments, images and themes are crucial.
Section - III : Writing Skill
- Questions in this section require students to draft a virtual message to a friend about absence from a class test.
- The alternative involves writing a statement of purpose for admission to a reputed journalism institute. Students need to demonstrate sufficient knowledge about this topic.
- Other activities include preparing dialogues for a group discussion, drafting an email about computer equipment, writing a report on an anniversary celebration, developing interview questions for a guest, and writing a speech on water harvesting.
Section - IV: Literary Genre - Novel
- This section contains multiple choice questions about matching authors with their novels and understanding the main concepts of relevant novels.
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Description
This quiz assesses reading comprehension through prose excerpts and related activities. Students will analyze a passage about a student's feelings of loneliness and inadequacy at IIT, Solapur due to language barriers. Activities will include language study, summary writing, and mind-mapping based on the reading.
