Question 1

Write a composition (350 - 400 words) on the following:Write an original short story that begins with the words: "It was raining hard that night. In my hurry to get into the house, I didn't notice the black car parked across the road. I realized something was wrong when...............

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It was raining hard that night. In my hurry to get into the house, I didn't notice the black car parked across the road. I realized something was wrong when I could see someone hovering around the car. I wasn't sure if it was safe to go to the car to investigate but my instincts dragged me from the gate of my building to across the road and next to the car. What happened in that half an hour is what I call my most unforgettable memory.I could see a man pacing up and down, drenched and injured. At first when I saw him, he looked inebriated as he was losing his balance now and then. But as I went near him, I was sure it was the injury and not any substance that was causing him to tip.Excuse me Sir! Can I help you? I asked him. He seemed to be in a state of shock. I tried calling out to him but he continued going round and round his car. I was not comfortable reaching out to him physically and I thought he might attack me in his condition. But there was no one I could call as my phone had switched off after getting wet in the rain. Also, if I went home, which was just across the street, my over-protective mother would panic and wouldn't let me help him. So there I was, feeling helpless and angry, because I decided to help someone without knowing what to do.I remember standing in the rain for quite some time, staring at the man hovering around his car, feeling absolutely worthless. Then in a flash of a moment, I found myself walking towards him and reaching out to his shoulder. I must have been really stupid to do that!Sir! I shouted as I grabbed his shoulder, Can you tell me your name? Do you live around here?The man seemed to have lost his ability to hear or see or feel as he continued to walk around his car, only that now he was crying and shivering .because of the rain.I grabbed both his shoulders and tried to talk again.I will help you! Tell me what I you want! Is this your car?I repeatedly asked him the above questions for at least five minutes before his finally looked at me and broke down. At that point, to be honest, I was scared to death, because he wouldn't stop screaming and trembling. After a while, he began to come back to his senses and began to calm down. Finally, when he stopped crying, he looked at me and told me that he was a second-year DU student who was out for a school reunion party at one of the schoolmates farmhouse on the outskirts of the city. He had happily agreed to go for the party because obviously we are always excited to meet our school buddies and relive the happy school memories. When he entered the farmhouse, he told me that everything was fine for a couple of hours. HE then said that they began playing a game which turned into an unpleasant episode of bullying him. He was majorly bullied by a school group when in school and at the party too, the group started bullying him. When he retaliated, they faked an apology and offered him a drink.I was foolish to assume that they were truly sorry and that they had grown up, he told me, now smiling as if recollecting what happened at the party. He told me that he doesn't remember what happened after he took that drink. He only remembers me screaming at him.When I regained consciousness, my head hurt and I was lying on the street, drenched, outside my car. I don't even know what part of the city I am in. They must have put me in the car and brought me here. And they must have thrown me out of my own car and thrown away the keys after locking it so that I cant go home.The man, whose name was Kabir, thanked me for being there. He asked me which place he had been abandoned, and asked the way to the nearest police station. I took him with me and told our complex watchman to guard his car for the night. My mother calmed down as she heard the whole story and nursed his wounds. Kabir slept at my place that night. The next morning, mom and I accompanied him to the police station and lodged an FIR. Kabir said he wanted to get a blood test done as he thought he had been made to take drugs through the drink. He was right. He gave the details of the farmhouse and of his friends. The police sealed the farmhouse and arrested the friends.Kabir and I became good friends forever after the incident. He taught me to be cautious of people, because some people can never be trusted no matter how much time has passed. He also taught me that it is okay to have a moment of fear. If you have a helping hand around, you can overcome fear and get back on your feet again.

Question 2

Write a letter to the newspaper editor highlighting the condition of the roads in your area and suggest suitable measures. (BAD CONDITION OF ROADS DURING RAINS LEADS TO MISHAPS)

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Priya Awasthi22, Mayur ViharNew DelhiSeptember 15, 2014The EditorThe Times of IndiaNew Delhi            Subject: Highlighting the bad condition of roads.Dear Sir,Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the bad condition of roads in our locality. The condition of roads is deplorable with countless potholes making the purpose of the road, a failure. Moreover, things get even worse during the rainy season when potholes are not visible due to the poor drainage system and the area becomes heavily accident prone. The residents are facing a lot of inconvenience due to the road condition.On behalf of the residents of Mayur Vihar, I humbly request you to pass on this information to the concerned authorities and use the influence of your esteemed organization in getting the work done.I hope that you consider the request of the residents of this area and take proper action.Yours faithfully,Priya Awasthi

Question 3

Write a letter to the Municipal Commissioner to inform her/him about the poor quality of roads in your locality.

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ToThe Municipal Commissioner,PuneSubject: Complaint against the poor condition of the road.Respected Madam/Sir, I, , am a resident of this city. I want to bring your kind attention to the poor condition of roads in Anand Nagar area. We faced heavy and prolonged rains this time and as a result, the roads have turned into a mesh of potholes. Needless to say, the divider and side markings have faded too.This is the main road which connects different busy roads. Thus, in order to travel safely through this path, people drive slowly. This not only causes them to reach their destination late, especially office or school but also lowers the overall pace of traffic. This adds to the agitation of people who have to reach their destination within the specified time. Moreover, this damages one's physical health travelling through this poor road. I had already filed a complaint against this to the local representative but he hasn't paid heed to it. So, I request you to kindly look into this serious issue and resolve it as soon as for the well-being of the citizens.Thank you.Yours sincerely,

Question 4

Write a dialogue between two students discussing their choice of a career.

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Jane: Hello Juliet. It is nice to see you after such a long time. Where have you been?Juliet: Hello Jane, It's nice to see you too. I've been busy in preparing for my engineering entrance examinations.Jane: That is great! I did not know you wanted to become an engineer.Juliet: I've always had a natural inclination towards a mechanical occupation, so I want to become an engineer. What are you going to do?Jane: I have always loved teaching. Wish to become a good teacher like my mother. Do you remember how we used to imitate our teachers during our school days?Juliet: No doubt, you have all the qualities of a good teacher. I have seen you guide your younger brother do his homework. You will be a very good teacher.Jane: Thanks Juliet. I just hope I achieve my goal of becoming a competent teacher and share my knowledge with the students for their future.Juliet: That is a very nice thought, Jane. There are many responsibilities that a teacher has to shoulder. It is a difficult job, although it's a very noble profession.Jane: You are right. I have seen my mother getting upset when her students don't perform well and getting overjoyed when they pass with flying colors. She holds herself responsible for the well-being of each and every student.Juliet: Yes, that is the reason of her being the most beloved teacher of our school till date. I remember her brilliance as a teacher when I was in her class. Please convey my regards to her.Jane: Thanks Juliet. I will surely convey your regards to her.Juliet: Hope to see you soon. Wish you all the best in all your endeavors, Jane.Jane: Thanks Juliet. I wish you the same. Bye.Juliet: Bye. Take care.

Question 5

Study the picture given below. Write a short story or description or an account of what the picture suggests to you. Your composition may be about the subject of the picture or you may take suggestions from it; however, your composition must have a clear connection with the picture.

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When will God's best creation-man stop interfering with God's other creation on earth be it flora or fauna. O man! when will you stop being selfish. Please understand just as you need air, water and shelter to survive so do I. This is the wail and cry of the lower creatures existing with man on mother earth.Rani, the lioness is without a home. She is forced to take refuge on a tree. She is in a very pitiful condition and knows not what to do, how to survive. The queen of the forest, the lady of the first animal of the forest whom all fears for their life is now herself fighting for her survival. What a twist of life! She never could think life would come to such a stand that she who lived by preying on other animals was itself a prey to God's supreme creation-Man.Not only has her shelter been snatched but also she has been bereft of food and fodder. There are no helping hands coming forward to save the plight of her lot.Little does Rani know the fact that man who hurts, kills his own brethren for his own selfish and materialistic motives, how he will think about these mute creatures. How much she may roar and grunt, wear out her sharp claws, her voice will be heard by none. This is what the scene is portraying having run from pillar to post and back. She is dead tired, despaired and sad and knows not what to do.This helpless sight of Rani should be an eye opener to man that he must think twice before taking the step towards deforestation in the name of progress and development. He should remember that as you sow so shall you reap. If he uproots the lower creatures of their habitat, the day will not be far when nature will hit back with all its fury in the form of flood, earthquake, Tsunami, etc. to take its revenge. I sincerely hope man will wake up from his slumber and ensure that all creatures whether low or high must be given an equal opportunity of peaceful survival. I end on the positive note that Rani and her like will not have to suffer from such difficulties in future.

Question 6

Imagine that you have the opportunity to interview a sports person who has received the Arjuna Award. Prepare 10 question to interview her/him. Make an appropriate introduction and conclusion.

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Good Morning, Viewers. Today we have sportive, dynamic personality, Mr. Abhinav Bindra, who won India's Olympic gold medal in the shooting event in 2008.Interviewer: Abhinav, it is a privilege for us to be able to interview you. Interviewer: In a country where you did not have any example of an individual winning the Olympic gold medal in shooting, what inspired you to pursue an Olympic medal in a rather unconventional sport? Interviewer: How and when did you take up shooting, and what made you such a perfectionist?Interviewer : How do you plan to use your popularity to inspire the youth to excel in different sports?interviewer : Would you say Athens 2004 was the low point in your life?interviewer : Sports, in India, is not a career option for most people. Very few dare to take specialized sports training leaving behind traditional studies. If given all the powers what changes would you bring to the sports governance in India?interviewer : In what ways did your life change in India after winning the Olympic gold?Interviewer: Please tell us about the role of your parents in your success.Interviewer: Do you have any heroes and role models that you look up to, outside your family and outside your sport?Interviewer: Finally, what would you say to Indian athletes, particularly shooters, looking up to you?

Question 7

Develop a story in about 80-100 words with the following ending. Give a suitable title.......... Thank God l found my Science Journal before the last date of submission.

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I was shocked when I did not find my science journal in my cupboard! The dates of the practical exam were already announced. The practical exam was just after 3 days. We were told to submit the checked science journals and guess what! I was not able to get it.      I searched, frantically the whole house - including kitchen, but it was nicely disappeared somewhere. My valuable 5 marks and valuable time to write that journal! Even my mom agreed to write the whole journal again, willingly! I was more worried about the experiment.      The days were passing on and my tension was mounting. Finally, practical was the day after tomorrow. I purchased new journal and decided to rewrite it. My whole time table of revision collapsed. But I had no other option, too.Till late night, I finished off half of the journal but still diagrams were left. Suddenly, I heard a loud call of my name by my grandpa. He had gone to a pilgrimage. He entered my room and threw that book on me and said - 'Wake up young man, take this book, it did a pilgrimage with me.'With a deep breath, I touched it - what a nice feeling it was!  I sprang up and hugged tightly my grandpa. Thus, I was relieved to get my my science journal before 1 day of practical exam.

Question 8

You witnessed a road accident near Nalbandh Chowaraha at Agra in which a bus and a scooter were involved. Write a report for Amar Ujala in 100-125 words. Sign as Vivek/Vimla, Special Correspondent.

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A ROAD ACCIDENT Report By: Vimla (Special Correspondent) Agra, 24thDecember Last week I witnessed a shocking road accident while comingback home from school in which a bus and a scooter were involved. Theaccident took place near Nalbandh Chowaraha at Agra. A fully crowdedroadways bus which was coming from the University side, was trying toovertake another bus and in the process hit a scooter. There were twopersons on the scooter, a man and a woman; probably a husband and awife. The wife died on the spot and the husband was rushed to hospitalimmediately where sources told that his condition was critical. It was ahorrible sight to see as the scooter was completely damaged. Most of thepassengers of the bus were also injured badly and they were taken to anearby hospital. The bus driver was about to flee but the crowd on the busyroad reacted immediately and prevented him from escaping. The angry mobbeat him brutally and handed over to the local police.

Question 9

Develop a short story, within 100 words, from the given outline. Suggest a suitable title of the story. Write the moral of the story.A beautiful old lady lived in a hamlet---had a lamp--- lighted every night---lamp was proud---believed itself to be the brightest object in the universe--- one evening cold wind blew it off---lamp started crying--- lady told the lamp not to be haughty---lighted again

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An Old Lady and The LampOnce upon a time there lived a beautiful old lady in a small hamlet. When the sun set the old lady lighted a lamp. The lamp felt very proud of itself that it was the brightest object in the universe. One cold windy night the lamp was blown off. It started crying. Then the old lady told the lamp not to be haughty. She again lighted the lamp. Thereafter, it was quite humble and behaved well.Moral: Don't be vain

Question 10

Taking help from the cues given below, develop a story in 150-200 words:Old farmer --- all his sons lazy --- farmer dying --- called all his sons --- told them of a treasure --- hidden in the fields --- to find it they must dig it --- then died --- sons dug every bit of the land --- no treasure --- sowed the corn --- a very fine crop --- sons learnt a lessons.

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Title: The treasured landOnce upon a time, there lived an old farmer with his four sons in the countryside. He was a hardworking man and had a prosperous life. As he approached old age, he was unable to work as hard as before. Unfortunately, all his sons were very lazy and had never gone to the fields. The old man thought of a plan to teach them the value of work. When, one day, he was on his deathbed, he summoned all of them. He told them that a considerable amount of treasure lies buried in his long neglected fields. Then his breath failed and he died. The sons immediately went to the fields and began digging hard to find out the hidden treasure. But they couldn't find anything. Then, the monsoon came. They sowed seeds on the tilled soil. That year, they had a rich harvest. They understood that that was the real treasure.Moral: Work is life, life is work.