AP SSC 10th class English-2 Model paper 2015-16 English Medium Set 5

                                                          Part-A

(1-10) Answer ANY FIVE of the following questions. Each answer should be in one or two sentences.

1.List some qualities of Narayana Murthy that led him in the path of success.

2.What made the potter angry? What made him angrier?

3.Who do you think first understood Aunt Jane ? Substantiate your answer.(The Never-Never Nest)

4.Do you support instalment schemes ? Why/Why not ?

5.Why didn’t the people of Koko village move from their place?(A Tale of Three Villages)

6.The people in Ponnimanthuri village, India were affected by chemical factories. Where, in your opinion, should the factories be built? (A Tale of Three Villages)

7.Which aspect is Smith commenting on? (Unity in Diversity in India)

8.What made Mrs. Murthy so restless to know her name? (What is My Name ?)

9.Do you really think a woman can forget her name? What do you think is the inten­tion of the author here? (What is My Name ?)

10.How do you think Savitri was able to strike back after she was replaced from the main role in ‘Samsaaram’?  (A Tribute)

11.Read the following passage. 
“They come on a Wednesday,” said Sunday, “Many, many big lorries. They took all day unloading them. No-one told us what was in them. They gave the chief a brown paper bag. I saw him smiling as the lorries drove away. This was five years ago. Then three months ago, one of the brightest boys in the village – Thomas Agonyo- started university in Lagos. He came home one weekend with a new chemistry book, and spent all day looking at the drums and writing things down and talking to himself and shaking his head, We all thought he had gone mad. Then he called a meeting of the village and told us that the drums contained poisonous chemicals. He said they had come from Italy. But I don’t know where that is. Is it in Europe?”(A Tale of Three Villages)
Now answer the following questions in a sentence.

  1. Who was Sunday ?
  2. What did the big lorries contain ?
  3. What could be the affect of unloading lorries in Koko village ?
  4. Who studied about the contents of the objects downloaded ?
  5. Why did the Chief allow the lorries to be downloaded in that place ?

12.Read the passage given below.
Nowadays many women work in offices from morning to evening and they have to travel several hours from home to office and back every day due to heavy traffic on roads and prefer to relax by watching their favourite TV serials as soon as they reach home in the night. Many women start cooking dinner after 10.00 p.m. and the family takes dinner at 11.00 p.m. A gap of at least three hours is required between dinner and sleep. Heavy breakfast in the morning, moderate luiich at 1.00 p.m. and light dinner at 8.00 p.m. is ideal for building up strong body which is free from all ailments.
(a)There are many evil effects of watching TV at the domestic front. Make an essay on the evil effects of watching TV in 120 words.
(or)
(b)Imagine your sister is an employee and does a lot of work at home and at work. Write a letter to her to take care of herself meeting the social conditions and personal situations.

13.Imagine that you are on an uninhabited island with a group of children of your age.
Write diary entry including the aspects like –

  • Food                      Protection against animals
  • Shelter                   Life skills
  • Means of escape  Protection against harsh climatic conditions.

                                                                   Part-B

AP SSC 10th class English-2 Model paper 2015-16 English Medium Set 5-1
Now answer the following.
1.Maximum number of girls use___________ in Nepore.
2.How much time do boys of Nepore spend on computers ?
3.The girls and boys of___________ and__________ are almost equal in computer use.
4.The girls of__________ show little interest in computers or academics when compared to other countries.
5.Boys of_______ have very little interest in studying at home.

15.Read the following story.
The great poet Kalidas was an illiterate and a dullard. The princess of the king­dom was a very learned lady and declared : “I will marry him who will defeat me in debate on the scriptures. Anyone who gets defeated by me will be black-faced, head shaven and kicked out of the country on a donkey.” Some pundits, who had been defeated in arguments by her earlier, got her married to Kalidas in deceitful manner out of jealousy. When the truth came to light, the princess felt greatly depressed and admonished Kalidas for his illiteracy and ignorance. Kalidas felt deeply hurt and humiliated for the scornful words of his wife as his honour was tarnished. The wounded self-respect ignited self-confidence in him. He left home and returned only after he had become a man of profound learning.
His famous epics include Raghuvamsa and Kumarasambhavam. His dramas include – Abhijnaana Shakuntalam, Vikrama – Urvasheeya and Malavikaagnimitra.
(A) Now choose the correct answer from the answers given and write its letter in the brackets.
1.Kalidas was __________ before married. (     )
A) an intelligent boy B) an ignorant boy
C) well knowledged D) very jealous
2.What are scriptures ? (     )
A) great scripts B) famous stories
C) man made books D) books on religion
3.What was the truth that came into light ? (     )
A) Kalidas was ignorant. B) Kalidas was innocent.
C) Kalidas was married. D) Kalidas was deceitful.
4.What led to self-confidence in Kalidas ? (     )
A) his wife’s self-respect B) his arguments with his wife
C) his wife’s scornful words D) his great depression

(B) Given below are SIX statements. Three of them are TRUE according to the passage. Find them and write “T” against them in brackets.
1.Kalidas was unaware of any education. [    ]
2.The princess challenged the pundits to compete in debate on scriptures. [    ]
3.The princess liked Kalidas and married him. [    ]
4.Kalidas’ wdfe was deeply hurt of his ignorance. [    ]
5.The annoyance of his wife ignited self-confidence in  [    ]
6.Kalidas wrote the famous epic Mahabharata. [    ]

16.Read the following passage.
Trees give shade for the benefit of others and while themselves stand in the sun and endure the scorching heat, they produce fruits by which others make profit. The character of good men is like that of trees. What is the use of this perishable body, if no use of it is made for the benefit of mankind ? Sandalwood, the more it is rubbed, the more scent does it yield; sugarcane, the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine. The men who are noble at heart do not lose their qualities even in losing their lives. What matters, whether men praise them or not ! What does it signify whether they die at this moment or their lives are prolonged. Hap­pen what may, those who tread on the right path will not set foot on any other. Life itself is unprofitable to a man who does not live for others. To live for the mere sake of living one’s life is to live the life of dogs or crows. These who lay down their lives for the sake of a noble cause, a friend or even for the sake of a stranger will assur­edly dwell forever in a world of bliss.
Now answer the following questions.    
A.What examples has the writer given to show that people shine by making sacrifices?
(i)________________________________________________________________
(ii)_________________________________________________________________

B.There are FIVE words in List-A. The meanings of four of them are given in List-B. Choose the right word from List-A to match the meaning in List-B and write it in the space provided against each meaning.    
List-A: scorching signify prolong bliss set foot
List-B :
(i)to land, come down :……………………………
(ii)show importance :……………………………
(iii)burning :……………………………
(iv)heaven :……………………………

C.Complete the following sentences using a word or a phrase each. 
(i)The character of good men ………………………………………..
(ii)Those who tread in the right path …………………… ………………..

D.What lessons can man learn from trees ?
(i)……………………………………………..
(ii)……………………………………………..

E.Answer in a word or a phrase each.
(i) How are noble men ?
(ii) Who would surely reach the heaven ?

Answers

                                                               Part-A

1.List some qualities of Narayana Murthy that led him in the path of success.
Ans.Intelligence, hard-working, simplicity, philosophical and uncompromising towards goal achievement are some of the qualities in Narayana Murthy that led him in the path of success.

2.What made the potter angry? What made him angrier ?
Ans.When the storm began, the potter suddenly remembered that he had left the donkey tied under a tree. He rushed out of his hut to take the donkey into the stable. But he found no donkey there but he found only its chain. It made him angry.
In search of the donkey, the potter walked through the wet forest. When it became dark he often stumbled over roots and fallen branches. With each step the potter felt angrier and angrier with his donkey.

3.Who do you think first understood Aunt Jane ? Substantiate your answer.
Ans.I think Jill understood Aunt Jane first. When she was leaving the young couple, Aunt Jane gave them a cheque with 10 pounds and advised them to pay off just one of their bills so that one thing at least really belonged to them. As soon as Jack went along with Aunt Jane to see her to the bus, Jill sent the cheque off to Dr. Martin to own the baby as early as possible.

4.Do you support instalment schemes ? Why / Why not ?
Ans.I don’t support the instalment schemes. Buying things on instalment basis keeps us permanently in debt. We have to pay more in the form of interest for the things we purchase on instalment scheme. If we buy many things on instalment basis, we have to borrow money from another moneylender. Hence, I oppose the instalment scheme.

5.Why didn’t the people of Koko village move from their place?
Ans.The people did not move from their place though the Chief suggested them that they should move their houses to another place. They had to stay there with the mountain of death as their neighbours because they had no money to buy land. They had no choice. ,

6.The people in Ponnimanthuri village, India were affected by chemical factories. Where, in your opinion, should the factories be built?
Ans.The factories should not be built in fertile areas or near villages or towns. They should be built only in specially notified areas. However, eco-friendly industries with minimum use of chemicals can be encouraged even in villages or towns.

7.Which aspect is Smith commenting on?
Ans.Smith is commenting on the distinguished features of India that make it significant and extraordinary. But the feeling of unity is quite common for every Indian in terms of human, social and intellectual development.

8.What made Mrs. Murthy so restless to know her name?
Ans.Mrs. Murthy was scrubbing the floor one day. Suddenly she asked herself what her name was. The question shook her up. But she wouldn’t recollect her name. She left the muggu basket, she stood near the window scratching her head and tried to recollect her name. At the same time, she found a name-board hanging to a house across the road. It was her neighbour’s name. Like her neighbour Mrs. Murthy had a name. In her scrubbing zeal, she forgot her name. She didn’t know what to do. This very thought made her restless.

9.Do you really think a woman can forget her name ? What do you think is the intention of the author here?
Ans.No, it is highly impossible for anybody to forget his/her name. The intention of the author is to focus the lack of identity to woman in the society by her name. That can be effectively conveyed by the choice (a woman forgetting her name) made by the writer.

10.How do you think Savitri was able to strike back after she was replaced from the main role in Samsaaram’?
Ans.After the experience of ‘Samsaaram’, Savitri seems to have worked with dedication in the subsequent films. Her roles in ‘Devadasu’,’ Ardhangi’, ‘ Chivaraku Migiledi’, ‘Missamma’ and ‘Maya Bazaar’ brought her fame. Many people even today accept that her place will not be replaced in the future also.

11.1) Who was Sunday ?
Ans.Mr. Sunday Nana was a local farmer of Koko village in Nigeria.
2)What did the big lorries contain ?
Ans.The big lorries contained large empty metal drums with bright red paint.
3)What could be the affect of unloading lorries in Koko village ?
Ans.Unloading the lorries of metal drums might pollute and intoxicate the Koko village causing dreadful diseases and deaths to the dwellers.
4)Who studied about the contents of the objects downloaded ?
Ans.Thomas Agonyo, one of the brightest students in the village studied the contents of the objects/drums downloaded in the village.
5)Why did the Chief allow the lorries to be downloaded in that place ?
Ans.The Chief received a bag full of money for the downloading of drums on the out­skirts of the Koko village. So he allowed the lorries to download in that place.

12.Read the passage given below.
Nowadays many women work in offices from morning to evening and they have to travel several hours from home to office and back every day due to heavy traffic on roads and prefer to relax by watching their favourite TV serials as soon as they reach home in the night. Many women start cooking dinner after 10.00 p.m. and the family takes dinner at 11.00 p.m. A gap of at least three hours is required between dinner and sleep. Heavy breakfast in the morning, moderate luiich at 1.00 p.m. and light dinner at 8.00 p.m. is ideal for building up strong body which is free from all ailments.
(a)There are many evil effects of watching TV at the domestic front. Make an essay on the evil effects of watching TV in 120 words.
(or)
(b)Imagine your sister is an employee and does a lot of work at home and at work. Write a letter to her to take care of herself meeting the social conditions and personal situations.
Ans.(a)              Evil Effects of Watching TV
The new satellite and the cable TV systems have become the important need of the day. TV has brought a revolution in the field of science and technology.
The TV has become an excessive craze among children, youth and old. Enter­tainment of cable TV with different competing channels have blocked the minds of people and reduced the power of intellect. Cable TV is a highly lucrative business for the owners of the channels to lure the public.
A feeling of potential danger is registered in the minds of people who watch TV. The obscenity of the programmes of the TV channels is on the increase. The im­pressionable children, young men and women learn most of the undesirable things. Uncensored TV programmes are a distant reality. Advertisements on the TV have promoted consumer culture in the advantage of the multinationals. The young and old irrespective of age are craving towards TV serials and gambling that shake their emotions. It has promoted invasion of Indian culture shattering most of the Indian traditions and moral values.

(b) .
14th Oct 2014,
Malathi Nagar,
Hyderabad.

Dear sister,
It’s a long time since you wrote to me. I am quite concerned for you. I know you must be very busy with your job and household chores. So I thought I should write to you.
How do you feel at home and at work ? Are you comfortable managing both the responsibilities? It is an arduous activity to maintain the nexus between both. But I know that you are perfect in maintaining relations. Your hospitality and amicable approach will definitely help you achieve the success you wish to. But one impor­tant thing is you should take care of your health. Take every precaution to sustain the potentiality in you. You should balance your emotions when there is a conflict between two different areas. Be docile and placid to keep up with two different duties of life. You are a mother, a wife, a daughter-in-law towards whom you should sincerely and wholeheartedly forward your service.
At office, you have to handle everything patiently and assiduously. You should be affable to everyone who expect your hospitable approach. Let your professional and personal matters never show adverse affects against each other. That would put you into embarassment. Bye ! Take care and please do communicate with us whenever possible.
Your loving sister,
Avanthi.

To
Mrs. Charitasree,
No.25, Konica Gardens,
Mumbai.

13.Imagine that you are on an uninhabited island with a group of children of your age.
Write diary entry including the aspects like –

  • Food                      Protection against animals
  • Shelter                   Life skills
  • Means of escape  Protection against harsh climatic conditions.

Ans.Diary Entry :
12th July 2015.                                       .
It was amazing to be here in this strange uninhabited island with my friends. It’s a gaiety you know. I am so excited ! The serene and tranquil landscape all around. It’s the most wonderful camp I ever had. At the beginning we thought ev­erything was turbulent having missed our way. But this place is awesome. I would like to stay here a couple of days.
We did a little fishing for our breakfast and lunch. We collected some fish and weeds. We put up some tents to take shelter in the night. All. of us had fun cooking the fish on the camp fire ! As we need protection against cruel animals, we set up a camp fire. Surprisingly, no one was afraid to stay in the island. In fact, we loved the place and enjoyed the experience. Are there really any tigers or rhinos ? May be, but we would face courageously.
The climate is quite irksome. The sticky, murky climatic conditions, no doubt cause a little perturbance. But I’m sure, none of us take it seriously.
Let us see how long we have to stay here, but I’m going to bag every bit of my experience and preserve it carefully.
Good night !

                                                                                 Part-B
AP SSC 10th class English-2 Model paper 2015-16 English Medium Set 5-1
Now answer the following.
1.Maximum number of girls use___________ in Nepore.
2.How much time do boys of Nepore spend on computers ?
3.The girls and boys of___________ and__________ are almost equal in computer use.
4.The girls of__________ show little interest in computers or academics when compared to other countries.
5.Boys of_______ have very little interest in studying at home.
Ans.1) computers
2)above 25% of their time
3)Manesia and Nepore
4)Manesia
5)Burland

15.Read the following story.
The great poet Kalidas was an illiterate and a dullard. The princess of the king­dom was a very learned lady and declared : “I will marry him who will defeat me in debate on the scriptures. Anyone who gets defeated by me will be black-faced, head shaven and kicked out of the country on a donkey.” Some pundits, who had been defeated in arguments by her earlier, got her married to Kalidas in deceitful manner out of jealousy. When the truth came to light, the princess felt greatly depressed and admonished Kalidas for his illiteracy and ignorance. Kalidas felt deeply hurt and humiliated for the scornful words of his wife as his honour was tarnished. The wounded self-respect ignited self-confidence in him. He left home and returned only after he had become a man of profound learning.
His famous epics include Raghuvamsa and Kumarasambhavam. His dramas include – Abhijnaana Shakuntalam, Vikrama – Urvasheeya and Malavikaagnimitra.
(A) Now choose the correct answer from the answers given and write its letter in the brackets.
1.Kalidas was __________ before married. (     )
A) an intelligent boy B) an ignorant boy
C) well knowledged D) very jealous
2.What are scriptures ? (     )
A) great scripts B) famous stories
C) man made books D) books on religion
3.What was the truth that came into light ? (     )
A) Kalidas was ignorant. B) Kalidas was innocent.
C) Kalidas was married. D) Kalidas was deceitful.
4.What led to self-confidence in Kalidas ? (     )
A) his wife’s self-respect B) his arguments with his wife
C) his wife’s scornful words D) his great depression
Ans. 1. B     2. D     3. A     4. C

(B) Given below are SIX statements. Three of them are TRUE according to the passage. Find them and write “T” against them in brackets.
1.Kalidas was unaware of any education. [    ]
2.The princess challenged the pundits to compete in debate on scriptures. [    ]
3.The princess liked Kalidas and married him. [    ]
4.Kalidas’ wdfe was deeply hurt of his ignorance. [    ]
5.The annoyance of his wife ignited self-confidence in  [    ]
6.Kalidas wrote the famous epic Mahabharata. [    ]
Ans.1. (T) . 2. (T)   5. (T)

16.Read the following passage.
Trees give shade for the benefit of others and while themselves stand in the sun and endure the scorching heat, they produce fruits by which others make profit. The character of good men is like that of trees. What is the use of this perishable body, if no use of it is made for the benefit of mankind ? Sandalwood, the more it is rubbed, the more scent does it yield; sugarcane, the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine. The men who are noble at heart do not lose their qualities even in losing their lives. What matters, whether men praise them or not ! What does it signify whether they die at this moment or their lives are prolonged. Hap­pen what may, those who tread on the right path will not set foot on any other. Life itself is unprofitable to a man who does not live for others. To live for the mere sake of living one’s life is to live the life of dogs or crows. These who lay down their lives for the sake of a noble cause, a friend or even for the sake of a stranger will assur­edly dwell forever in a world of bliss.
Now answer the following questions.    
A.What examples has the writer given to show that people shine by making sacrifices?
(i)________________________________________________________________
(ii)_________________________________________________________________
Ans.(i) Sandalwood, the more it is rubbed, the mere scent does it yield.
(ii) Sugarcane, the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine.

B.There are FIVE words in List-A. The meanings of four of them are given in List-B. Choose the right word from List-A to match the meaning in List-B and write it in the space provided against each meaning.    
List-A: scorching signify prolong bliss set foot
List-B :
(i)to land, come down :……………………………
(ii)show importance :……………………………
(iii)burning :……………………………
(iv)heaven :……………………………
Ans. (i) set foot
(ii)signify
(iii) scorching
(iv) bliss

C.Complete the following sentences using a word or a phrase each. 
(i)The character of good men ………………………………………..
(ii)Those who tread in the right path …………………… ………………..
Ans.(i) is like that of trees
(ii) will not set foot on any other path l

D.What lessons can man learn from trees ?
(i)……………………………………………..
(ii)……………………………………………..
Ans.(i) offer themselves for the benefit of others.
(ii) give everything bearing the troubles caused to them,

E.Answer in a word or a phrase each.
(i) How are noble men ?
(ii) Who would surely reach the heaven
Ans.(i) They lay down their lives for the sake of others.
(ii) Those who live or die even for the sake of strangers will surely reach heaven.

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