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CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 English Term 2 Set 8 with Solutions
General Instructions :
- The Question Paper contains THREE sections. Reading, Writing and Literature.
- Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.
Maximum Marks: 40
Time: 2 Hrs
Section A Reading
Question 1.
Read the passage given below.
The art of living is learnt easily by those who are positive and optimistic. From humble and simple people to great leaders in history, science or literature, we can learn a lot about the art of living, by having a peep into their lives. The daily routines of these great men not only reveal their different, maybe unique life styles, but also help us learn certain habits and practices they followed. Here are some read, enjoy and follow in their footsteps as it suits you.
A private workplace always helps. Jane Austen asked that a certain squeaky hinge should never be oiled so that she always had a warning whenever someone was approaching the room where she wrote. William Faulkner, lacking a lock on his study door, detached the doorknob and brought it into the room with him.
Mark Twain’s family knew better than to breach his study door-they would blow a horn to draw him out. Graham Greene went even further, renting a secret office only his wife knew the address and the telephone number. After all, every one of us needs a workplace where we can work on our creation uninterruptedly. Equally, we need our private space too!
A daily walk has always been a source of inspiration. For many artists, a regular stroll was essentially a creative inspiration. Charles Dickens famously took three-hour walks every afternoon, and what he observed on them fed directly into his writing. 19th-century composer Erik Satie did the same on his long hikes from Paris to the working-class suburb where he lived, stopping under street lamps to jot down ideas that came on his journey it’s rumored that when those lamps were turned off during the war years, his music declined too. Many great people had limited social life too.
The routines of these thinkers are difficult. Perhaps it is because they are so unattainable. The very idea that you can organise your time as you like is out of reach for most of us, so I’ll close with a toast to all those who worked with difficulties.
Like Francine Prose, who began writing when the school bus picked up her children and stopped when it brought them backor T.S. Eliot, who found it much easier to write once he had a day job in a bank than he had as a starving poet. Being forced to follow someone else’s routine may irritate, but it makes it easier to stay on the path. Whenever we break that trail ourselves or take an easy path of least resistance, perhaps what’s most important is that we keep walking.
Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any eight questions from the nine given below. (1 x 8)
(i) How can we learn the art of living? (1)
(ii) State one reason that justifies Graham Greeme’s decision to have a secret workspace. (1)
(iii) What was one specific things about Austen’s workplace? (1)
(iv) How did the family of Mark Twain used to draw him out of his workplace? (1)
(v) Rewrite the given sentence by replacing the underlined phrase/word with another phrase/ word from the passage. (1)
Carry a small notepad in your pocket and note your observations. (1)
(vi) Which style did the famous composer Erik Satie follow? (1)
(vii) Select the suitable phrase/word from the passage to complete the following sentence appropriately. (1)
Remember, stay on the path and.
(viii) During which time did Francine Prose used to write? (1)
(ix) Analyse how routines are central to attaining success. (1)
Answer:
(i) We can learn the art of living by peeping into the lives of the great and optimistic leaders in istory, science and literature. The daily routines of these great men not only reveal their different, maybe unique life styles, but also help us learn certain habits and practices they followed.
(ii) Graham Greene had a secret workplace of which only his wife knew the address and the telephone number because he needed a workplace where he could work on his creation without any interruption.
(iii) One specific thing about Jane Austen’s workplace was that she had asked that certain squeaky hinge should never be oiled so that she always had a warning whenever someone was approaching the room where she worked.
(iv) The family of Mark Twain used to blow a horn instead of knocking at the door to draw him out of his workplace. This was so because, Twain did not like getting disturbed during his work.
(v) Carry a small notepad in your pocket and jot down your observations
(vi) Erik Satie used to stop under street lamps to jot down ideas that came on his journey on his long hikes from Paris to the working-class suburb where he lived.
(vii) Remember, stay on the path and would be fine.
(viii) Francine Prose used to write when the school bus picked up her children and stopped when it brought them back.
(ix) Routines are central to attaining success as it makes sure that one is moving forward with the task. Routines makes it easier to stay on the path of success.
Question 2.
Read the passage given below.
About 75 million people above 60, in India, suffer from some chronic disease, shows the first part (2017-18) of the world’s largest study on the aged – the Longitudinal Aging Study in India (LASI) – released by the Health Ministry.
While 27% of the elderly have multi-morbidities, around 40% have issues related to mental health, said the report that aims to provide a base for national and state-level programmes and policies for the elderly population.
The LASI, Wave 1, covered a baseline sample of 72,250 individuals aged 45 and above and their spouses. This included 31,464 people aged 60 and above 6,749 aged 75 and above from all states and union territories, excluding Sikkim.
The survey used bio-markers based on direct health examinations to estimate the prevalence of chronic health conditions, including hypertension, visual impairment, obesity or under nutrition and chronic respiratory diseases.
Around three-quarters of those 60 and above who were diagnosed with chronic conditions have been treated for hypertension (77%), chronic heart disease (74%), diabetes (83%), chronic lung disease (72%) and cancer (75%).
More than half the elderly have been treated for stroke (58%) and bone or joint diseases (56%) whereas the treatment rate for neurological and psychiatric disease is 41%.
The treatment rate for all chronic health conditions is higher among the elderly in urban areas. The overall hospitalisation rate was 7% for adults aged 45 and above. In the 12 months prior to the survey, the hospitalisation rate increased from 6% among adults in the 45-49 age group to 8% among those 60 and above and 9% among 70 and above.
Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any six out of the seven questions given below. (1 x 6)
(i) What was the reason for the survey conducted by Longitudinal Aging Study in India? (1)
(ii) How do you understand bio-markers? (1)
(iii) With reference to the figure, write any one conclusion regarding the health of the elderly. (1)
(iv) According to the figure, which chronic health condition most commonly afflicts elderly people? (1)
(v) Why do you think that the treatment rate for all chronic health conditions is higher among the elderly in urban areas? (1)
(vi) How many people became a part of the survey? (1)
(vii) Identify the word which indicates having more than one illness. (1)
Answer:
(i) The Longitudinal Aging Study in India (LASI) – released by the Health Ministry aims to provide a base for national and state-level programs and policies for the elderly population.
(ii) Bio-markers are tests that are conducted to diagnose chronic health conditions, including hypertension, visual impairment, or obesity or under nutrition and chronic respiratory diseases.
(iii) The given figure highlights how majority of elderly people (almost 55.30%) above 60 years suffer from eye-related problems.
(iv) According to the figure, most elderly people suffer from cardiovascular diseases and hypertension.
(v) The treatment rate for all chronic health conditions is higher among the elderly in urban areas most probably because of the availability of better service in urban areas.
(vi) The survey tested 72,250 individuals aged 45 and above and their spouses. This included 31,464 people aged 60 and above 6,749 aged 75 and above from all states and union territories, excluding Sikkim.
(vii) Multi morbidities
Section B Writing
Question 3.
You are Dr. Avinash Bhalla. You have received an invitation from the Director, Health Services, Haryana who has invited leading medical practitioners of the state to attend a workshop on ‘child care’ on 20th May 20XX at 10:00 a.m. in Civil Hospital Ambala. Respond to the invitation. (3)
Answer:
Dr. Avinash Bhalla has a great pleasure in receiving the invitation from the Director, Health Services, Haryana to attend a workshop on ‘Child Care’ on 20th May, 20XX at 10:00 a.m. in Civil Hospital Ambala. He confirms his presence with thanks.
Avinash Bhalla
16th March, 20XX
Question 4.
Attempt any one from A and B given.
A. Situation Vacant
Wanted a lady Receptionist cum Telephone Operator. Smart female graduate with an attractive personality of not more than 25 years with good command over English and Hindi may only apply. Experienced will be preferred. Write to the M.D., Ajeet Nursing Home, Kota with a detailed Bio Data and a passport size photograph latest by next Tuesday.
You are Nandini/Mohini. Write for this post after seeing its advertisement in ‘The Express-Times!
Or
B. A super specialty hospital was inaugurated in your town by the Health Minister. As a reporter from The Hindu, write a brief report on the same to be published in the newspaper. (5)
Answer:
A. B-5 Sudhir Apartments
Kota
2nd February, 20XX
The Managing Director
Ajeet Nursing Home
Kota
Subject Application for the post of receptionistcum telephone operator
Sir/Ma’am
In response to your advertisement in the national daily ‘The Express-Times’ dated 1st February, 20XX, for the post of Receptionist cum Telephone Operator, I want to offer my candidature.
I am a smart, confident and hard working lady of 24 years with pleasing personality. I am also computer literate and possess excellent command over English. I assure you of my best services if given an opportunity for the same.
I am enclosing my detailed Bio Data for your perusal. You may call me for an interview on any date as per your convenience. I shall be able to join my duties at one month’s notice if appointed.
I hope of a positive reply.
Yours sincerely
Nandini Mehra
Enclosed Bio Data
Bio Data
Name : Nandini Mehra
Father’s Name : Mr. Ashok Singh Mehra
Date of Birth : 11th July, 1988
Nationality : Indian
Permanent Address : B-5, Sudhir Apartments, Kota
Educational Qualification :
| Name of the Exam | Name of the Institute | Year | Percentage/GPA |
| B.Com | Delhi | 2012 | 73% |
| Senior Secondary | CBSE | 2009 | 84% |
| Secondary | CBSE | 2007 | 84% |
Computer Qualifications : 6 months Diploma in Computer Basic from APTECH, 1-year advance Diploma in Computer Software Technology from ET and T.
Interests and Hobbies : Reading, singing and pottery
Job Experience : Worked for 6 months as a telephone operator in Luxurious Products Pvt. Ltd.
References :
- Mr. Ravi Sharan Singh Manager, Luxurious Products Pvt. Ltd.
- Mr. Ramanand Sharma M.D., Ramanand Ayurvedic and Yoga Centre.
Or
B. Super Specialty Hospital Inaugurated
By Niharika Singh, Staff Reporter
New Delhi, 8th August, 20XX : ‘Swasthya Surabhi’, a super speciality hospital was inaugurated by Ram Prakash Chaudhary, the Minister of State for Health, on Friday. The 400-bed hospital seemed to be equipped with the most advanced and state of the art machines and equipments with the latest infrastructure to back up exigencies.
It employs internationally trained physician in the field of emergency medicine. Fully equipped, advanced cardiac life support ambulances has been made available round the clock. Besides having an in-house Blood Bank, its information system has been linked to other major Blood Banks in the country to enable the right group of blood to be made available at short notice.
The hospital covered an area of 8,000 square metres and the total expenditure in building the hospital had come around thirty five crore rupees.
Addressing the people, Dr. Bhavdekar, the Medical Superintendent reinforced the need for dedicated and committed staff. He sincerely hoped that the hospital would provide the best health services to the people at nominal cost. A blood donation camp was also organised to mark the auspicious occasion. The authorities also announced free treatment for the poor patients on every Sunday from 10 to 12 noon.
Question 5.
Attempt any five of the six questions given below, within 40 words each. (2 x 5)
(i) What realisation comes to Derry about his face at the end of the play? (2)
(ii) Who do you think made the call to announce a correction in the question paper? What was its purpose? (Evans Tries on O-level) (2)
(iii) What image does the poet use to describe the beautiful bounty of the earth? Mention any four things of beauty that add joy to our life. (2)
(iv) What are the ‘ordeals’ Aunt Jennifer is surrounded by. Why is it significant that the poet uses the word ‘ringed’? (2)
(v) How do we know that ordinary people too contributed to the freedom movement? (Indigo) (2)
(vi) Do you think that the ironmaster would have forwarded the invitation if he had known the man was not Nils Olof? Give reasons for your answer. (2)
Answer:
(i) At the end of the play, Derry realises that external looks do not matter much. The only thing that matters is the person’s worth. He also realises that it is only his opinion that are important for him and no one else’s. As a result, he decides that now he would not care about anybody. He will care about what he feels, thinks or hears.
(ii) I think one of Evans’ accomplices impersonating the Assistant Secretary from the examination board would have called the Governor to announce a correction in the question paper. The real purpose was to give away information about the escape plan to Evans.
(iii) The poet says that there are a number of things that make the earth beautiful. These things are like a fountain of immortal drink which is pouring unto us from the heaven’s brink. The things of beauty that add joy to our life are the sun, the moon, the trees, daffodils, simple sheep, clear rills, musk roses and the stories related to our ancestors.
(iv) The ordeals that surround Aunt Jennifer are all the responsibilities and duties that she has due to her marriage. The marital responsibilities are no less than ordeals for her because willingly or unwillingly she has to do them. The word ‘ringed’ has been used to convey that Aunt Jennifer is so surrounded and imprisoned by her ordeals that she can never think to come out of them.
(v) It was only due to the support of ordinary people that the sharecroppers of Champaran could get justice. When Gandhiji was arrested in Motihari, ordinary people flocked on the roads in large numbers. As a result, the government had to drop the case against Gandhiji. If the common masses had not revolted, then the Champaran episode would not have succeeded.
(vi) The ironmaster would not have forwarded the invitation if he had known the man was not Nils Olof. We know this because later when he gets to know about the stranger’s real identity he gets angry and wanted to give the man away to the police.
Question 6.
Answer any two of the following in about 120-150 words each. (4 x 2)
(i) What are the instances in the story that show that the character of the ironmaster is different from that of his daughter in many ways? (4)
(ii) Analyse the theme of creative expression and personal freedom with respect to Aunt Jennifer’s tigers. (4)
(iii) Roger Skunk’s mother finds the smell of roses detestable on Roger, implying that he should accept himself as he is. Adults, as well as young people, are often misjudging issues, people and circumstances based on appearance. Comment with respect to the chapter ‘Should Wizard Hit Mommy? (4)
Answer:
(i) Ironmaster and his daughter are poles apart as far as their character and temperament are concerned. The ironmaster is very practical as well as a responsible person. He makes regular visits to the forge to see whether the work is done properly or not. He mistakes the peddler to be one of his regimental acquaintances.
He is moved to see his miserable condition and wants to help him. Therefore he invites him to his home. But when he finds that the man is not one of his regimental acquaintances and is just a tramp, he orders him to get out of his house.
In contrast Edla, the ironmaster’s daughter is a very kind-hearted girl. Though she comes to know the peddler’s truth she still treats him as if he were really a Captain. She treats him as an equal. Her kindness and compassion affects the peddler greatly. We can say she proves to be an angel in the peddler’s life. It is only because of her that he decides to give up thievery and lead a meaningful and honest life.
(ii) ‘Aunt Jennifer’s Tigers’ by Adrienne Rich essentially deals with the theme of female submission under a male-dominated society. However, within this larger theme, the poem also deals with the concept of creative expression and personal freedom. The poem describes the life of Aunt Jennifer, a woman who cannot escape her subservient role in her marriage. Hampered by her fear, the one form of escape Aunt Jennifer does have is through her creative work-crafting tapestry panels that show bold and proud tigers.
Aunt Jennifer turns to needlework as a creative outlet, a means of coping with her difficult marriage and escaping her oppressive reality. The tapestry panels show tigers ‘prancing, proud and unafraid.’ This mood contrasts sharply with the seemingly meek and scared character of Aunt Jennifer herself.
While the tigers are walking confidently, Aunt Jennifer can barely pull the ivory needle through her wool, due to the weight of ‘Uncle’s wedding band.’ The speaker describes how Aunt Jennifer’s marriage is an obstacle to her creativity, but the poem makes it clear that, at least in life, she continues her art nonetheless.
The poem argues that through her art Aunt Jennifer finds an escape that not even death will grant her. Jennifer herself may not be free, but her tapestries and their tigers are. Perhaps Aunt Jennifer finds comfort in this creative expression, crafting a bold tapestry that will outlive her and that her art is, liberated from man-made constraints like marriage.
(iii) Roger Skunk’s mother finds the smell of roses detestable on Roger, implying that he should accept himself as he is. Adults, as well as young people, are often misjudging issues, people and circumstances based on appearance. And it is true and sad that today people are more focused on external beauty. Demand for the fair-complexioned bride or handsome groom is there in the matrimonial columns of every newspaper.
However, we must remember that appearances are often deceptive. It is person’s internal beauty that matters. In this story, Roger Skunk is annoyed at his natural smell. It is the law of nature that every creature is given some protective device to save itself from its enemy. The foul smell of the skunks keeps the predators away.
But Roger Skunk does not like his particular skunk smell. His only concern is his playmates that run away from him due to his foul smell. Therefore, he goes to the wizard and gets the fragrance of the roses.
When he enters his home his mommy becomes very angry. She goes to the wizard and hits him on his head and Roger gets back his original and natural smell. This shows how our preoccupation with external beauty is flawed and wrong.