Kerala Plus One English Model Question Papers Paper 1
General Instructions to Candidates
- There is a ‘Cool off time’ of 15 minutes in addition to the writing time.
- Use the ‘Cool off time’ to get familiar with questions and to plan your answers.
- Read the instructions carefully.
- Read the questions carefully before answering.
- Calculations, figures and graphs should be shown in the answer sheet itself.
- Give equations wherever necessary.
- Electronic devices except nonprogrammable calculators are, not allowed in the Examination Hall.
(Questions 1 — 6): All questions are compulsory. Each carries two scores.
Question 1.
Your class has to conduct a debate on the topic ‘Internet a menace to the society’. Prepare four arguments in favor of the topic.
(Questions 2 & 3): The following lines are taken from the poem, ‘Death, The Leveller’. Read the lines and answer the questions that follow.
Your heads must come To the cold tomb;
Only the actions of the just
Smell sweet and blossom in their dust.
Question 2.
What does the expression, ‘cold tomb’ mean here?
Question 3.
Elaborate on the idea of the above lines.
(Questions 4 — 6): Read the excerpt given below and answer the questions that follow.
Benefits of Yoga
Yoga, developed in India thousands of years ago. Yoga has become an increasingly popular form of exercise all over the world. While there are hundreds of different types of schools of yoga which typically comprise of breathing exercises, meditation and assuming postures that stretch and flex various muscle groups, the main purpose of yoga is to create strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and body.
Some of the physical benefits of yoga include increased flexibility, muscle strength, improved respiration, energy and vitality, weight reduction, cardiocirculatory health and maintenance of a balanced metabolism. Yoga has a remarkable effect on over mental wellbeing too. Regular yoga practice creates mental clarity and calmness, increases body awareness, relieves chronic stress patterns, relaxes the mind, centers attention and makes deeprooted concentration. It is a great way to get in tune with one’s body and inner self. Choose the right option from the following:
Question 4.
The term, ‘harmony’ means in the passage.
(a) happiness
(b) musical note
(c) agreement
(d) complete
Question 5.
The word, ‘vitality’ means,
(a) important
(b) vigor
(c) life
(d) specialty
Question 6.
What is the main purpose of yoga?
(Questions 7 — 10): Answer any three questions. Each carries four scores.
Question 7.
Read the previous essay on ‘Benefits of Yoga’ and write a precis reducing the passage to its 1/3rd length.
Question 8.
Complete the following report using the correct form of the verbs given in brackets. (You need not rewrite the given sentences)
A seminar on ‘Increasing Road Accidents’ (a) ………………… (hold) at JBN Hall yesterday, at 2 pm. About 200 students (b) ………………… (turn out) to attend the seminar. Kumari Suja, the school Leader, (c) ………………… (be) the moderator. Three papers (d) ………………… (present) in the seminar.
Question 9.
In the story ‘ The Serang of Ranaganji’ Hasan says: ‘ What use is money Doctor Sahib, to, one who has all he needs? I am well enough the way I am.’ Do you agree with Hasan in his
attitude towards money? Justify your answer in a paragraph.
Question 10.
Reid the advertisement given below.
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- For students of all age groups above 10th standard
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Imagine that you are interested in having a personal interaction with the experts and to attempt the aptitude test. Send an email to this institution to fix an appointment for the first Saturday of April.
(Questions 11 — 20): Answer any eight questions. Each carries five scores.
Question 11.
Imagine that you had a parachute ride over a valley.
Write a travel essay describing this experience. The essay should include a description of the physical features of the area, the practical issues related to the travel, and your experiences and personal impressions.
Question 12.
In the essay ‘Disasters and Disaster Management in India’, you have learned that constructing buildings according to proper guidelines and using good quality materials can reduce the risk arising from disasters. However, you find people violating the norms laid down by the government for constructing such houses. You decide to write a letter to the editor of a local daily to bring this matter before the authorities and the public. Draft a letter which you would send to the editor.
Question 13.
In the story ‘ The Serang of Ranaganji’, Hasan, says: ‘ What use is money Doctor Sahib, to one who has all he needs? I am well enough the way I am.’ Do you agree with Hasan in his attitude towards money? Justify your answer in a paragraph.
Question 14.
Silence a vision of the Serang’s nobility rising before me.
“Yes ………….. in a way ………….. it was a cage ………….. But isn’t it queer, Miss Joe Smith, the animals were all outside”.
What trait of Serang’s character is evident here?
Sketch the character of Hassan in a short paragraph.
Question 15.
I approached the mother’s bedside. The ring was in my hand. Wishing her a good morning I said, ‘Mrs. Clifford, your son is alive. He is Well’.
Do you think, it was proper on the part of Mr. Gupta to tell a lie about Frank to Mrs. Clifford? Justify your answer in a paragraph.
Question 16.
Read the following text about a journey to Nepal. Use the correct tense form of the verbs given in brackets.
Nepal is a fascinating country, I have a great deal to learn about it. Everything (a) ………….. (be) so different, and I (b) ………….. (try) to adapt to the new way of life here. I tried to learn a little bit of the language to make communication easier. Unfortunately, I (c) ………….. (not learn) foreign languages quickly. Although I do not understand much I believe that I will improve gradually.
Question 17.
Your class is conducting a group discussion on ‘ The Relevance of Gandhian ideas in the 21st century. ‘Imagine that you are also participating in it. What would you speak? Prepare a script for your presentation. (Word Limit: 50 to 60 words)
Question 18.
Fill in the following passage choosing the right word given in the box, unfortunately, therefore, but, so
Frank and Isobel Hawking, Stephen’s parent’s, were not wealthy, (a) ………….. they believed in the value of education, (b) ………….. they planned for Stephen to go to Westminster, a famous public school in the heart of London. (c) ………….. Stephen was ill at the time of the scholarship examination for Westminster, (d) ………….. he attended the local Saint Alban’s School.
Question 19.
The following information is about the famous person, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Prepare a profile of him.
- Birth: 15th October 1931, Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu.
- Education: Specialized in Aeroengineering from Madras Institute of Technology.
- Career: Joined DRDO in 1958 and ISRO in 1963. Was Principal Scientific Advisor to Govt, of India. Scientific Advisor to Defence Ministry. 11thPresident of India (20022007).
- Awards: Padmabhushan in 1981 Padmavibhushan in 1990 Bharat Ratna in 1997
Question 20.
Nicholai, in the story ‘Gooseberries’, has plans to buy an estate. He comes across the following advertisement in a newspaper.
Nicholai calls the agent. Write the script of the telephonic conversation between Nicholai and the agent.
(Questions 21 23): Answer any two questions. Each carries eight scores.
Question 21.
Imagine that you had a parachute ride over a valley.
Write a travel essay describing this experience. The essay should include a description of the physical features of the area, the practical issues related to the travel, and your experiences and personal impressions.
Question 22.
William Wordsworth in his poem, “To Sleep” invites sleep to come and bless him. He finds it is too difficult to sleep peacefully. So he calls a psychiatrist over the phone. Prepare a telephonic conversation between Wordsworth and the doctor.
Question 23.
Read the sonnet given below and write a note of appreciation.
Upon Westminster Bridge
William Wordsworth
Earth has not anything to show more fair:
Dull would he be of soul who could pass by
A sight so touching in its majesty:
This City now doth like a garment wear
The beauty of the morning: silent, bare,
Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie
Open unto the fields and to the sky,
All bright and glittering in the smokeless air.
Never did sun more beautifully steep
In his first splendor valley, rock, or hill;
Ne’er saw I, never felt, a calm do deep!
The river glideth at his own sweet will:
Dear God! the very houses seem asleep;
And all that mighty heart is lying still!
(Westminster Bridge: the bridge across the river Thames in London, hath: has, doth: does, dome: round roof, glideth: glides)
Answers
Answer 1.
- Even food habits of the people are changed because of internet.
- Many people use the internet for perpetrating crimes.
- Internet takes away peoples valuable time which could be used for better purposes.
- The internet tempts boys to get the latest gadgets, cars and bikes. When they fail to get them in the normal way, they try criminal methods.
Answer 2.
Death
Answer 3.
This is a poem on death. Everyone will have to face death at the end. All the earthly joys and achievements will end with death. What will remain are the good actions of the virtuous people. Their fragrance will spread across and will bear fruit forever.
Answer 4.
(c) agreement
Answer 5.
(b) vigor
Answer 6.
The main purpose of yoga is to create strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and body.
Answer 7.
Yoga has become a popular form of exercise. The main purpose of yoga is to create strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and body. Yoga has many physical benefits. It increases vitality and reduces illnesses. Yoga refreshes the mind and gives it deeprooted concentration.
Answer 8.
a. was held
b. turned out
c. was
d. were presented
Answer 9.
I quite agree with Hasan in his attitude towards money. Money is the means by which people try to acquire what they need. Some people have greater needs than others. Needs are unlimited and one can go on earning money without any limit. The basic needs of man are food, clothes and shelter. Hasan has them and he is happy. He was unmistakably sincere, completely detached from the usual hope of reward. Money had no interest for him, he had always despised it.
Answer 10.
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From: ajayl234@gmail.com.
Subject: Application for taking an aptitude test.
Sir,
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Answer 11.
Parachute ride over a valley
My parents promised to take me for a parachute ride if I passed my board exams with high scores. I worked hard and scored well. So my parents kept their word. We decided to go to Mysore. Mysore is the second biggest city in Karnataka and hosts several skydiving camps. Most of the skydiving camps in Mysore are located at the base of the Chamundi Hills. Mysore is one of the best places to skydive in India. The climate was favorable for the journey. We started our journey in the morning by flight and reached Mysore by afternoon. In the evening we reached the spot. The spot was crowded with people. I was very excited as this was my first experience. My parents and I along with the guide entered the basket of the multi-colored parachute. The weather was calm and quiet. We were rising and we have risen almost two hundred feet. We floated along through space in delicious inertia. We felt like birds who did not even have to flap their wings. We widely enjoyed the fantastic journey; nothing in the sky but the moon and ourselves. The landing was beyond beautiful.
Answer 12.
Senders Address
Date
Addressee
Sir,
This is to bring to your notice that certain construction companies are not following the proper guidelines needed for construction and also cheap quality materials are being used for construction purposes. The fact is that many of the buildings under constructions are in danger of falling down sooner or later. The greedy contractors use substandard materials for construction. They reduce the quantity of cement because cement is quite expensive. Low quality and is used as sand is also expensive. The contractors break all the norms of constructions laid by the corporation. Some corrupt corporation officials close their eyes to the reality and give fitness certificates to such poorly constructed buildings. These buildings endanger the lives of the people who live in them. People should. respect human lives which are priceless. The Corporation and other authorities in the State should ensure that buildings are constructed according to the safety norms prescribed by the government. It would be kind of you if you could publish an article regarding this matter in your esteemed daily. ,
Yours truly
(Sd/-)
Answer 13.
I quite agree with Hasan in his attitude towards money. Money is the means by which people try to acquire what they need. Some people have greater needs than others. Needs are unlimited and one can go on earning money without any limit. The basic needs of man are food, clothes and shelter. Hasan has them and he is happy. He was unmistakably sincere, completely detached from the usual hope of reward. Money had no interest for him, he had always despised it.
Answer 14.
The serangs courage is evident here.
Hassan was the serang on Ranaganji. He was not good looking and he did not have a proportionate body. In fact, some people even laughed at him. But he was courageous and serviceable. When two sailors contracted smallpox, he volunteered to make a special enclosure in the ship and looked after them. More people became victims of this deadly disease. He looked after all of them and helped Dr. Cronin in their treatment. When two of them died, he gave them a fitting burial in the sea. He being a Muslim Chanted words from the Ramayana as part of the Hindu ritual. Hassan possessed great qualities like courage service mindedness and religious tolerance. He promised himself to be a self-sacrificing and unselfish young man. Such people are very rare in this world.
Answer 15.
Mrs. Clifford was seriously ill. Her illness aggravated due to her worries about her son. When Maggie requested Mr. Gupta to look into the crystal ring and tell her mother that her son Frank was alive and well even if he. saw nothing in the crystal wing, he obliged her. Gupta had no faith in it. He knew it was a superstition. Even then he did it in order to console a sick mother. The words of Mr. Gupta made her recover from her illness. Though it was a lie, it was an innocent lie, and it cured the womans illness. So it was proper on the part of Mr. Gupta. The recovery of Mrs. Clifford justified Mr. Guptas action and words
Answer 16.
(a) is
(b) am trying
(c) cannot learn
Answer 17.
I would say that some of the Gandhian ideas are quite relevant even in the twentieth century. The biggest idea of Gandhi was nonviolence. Every day we hear of wars and killings. People are killing one another in the name of religion. Even India is not free from religious intolerance. Gandhi taught us that though the names of God is different some people call him Ishwar and some call him Allah. Both are the names of the same Almighty. So there is no need to fight, as we all Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Buddhists and Christians are the children of the same father. Gandhi taught people to practise truth. He also taught us the dignity of labor. His ideas of truth, non-violence, hard work, respect of human rights etc are still very much relevant in the 21st century.
Answer 18.
a. but
b. so
c. unfortunately
d. Therefore
Answer 19.
Dr. API Abdul Kalam
Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam was born on 15 October 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu. After his school education he joined Madras Institute of Technology and specialized in Aero engineering. He started his professional career in DRDO in 1958 and in ISRO in 1963. Later he became Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India. Then he was appointed as scientific advisor to the Defence Ministry. He was elected the eleventh President of India and remained in that post from 2002 to 2007. He was awarded the Padmabhushan in 1981 the Padmavibhushan in 1990 and the Bharat Ratna in 1997.
Answer 20.
Nicholai : Hello Is this the estate agent?
Agent : Yes speaking. May I know who this is?
Nicholai : I’m Nicholai. I saw the advertisement about the 300 acres with a farmhouse, park and river nearby.
Agent : The expected price is around 3 million rubles.
Nicholai : Yeah I have seen that. But the price quoted is too high.
Agent : The price is negotiable.
Nicholai : Ok fine. What would be your final price?
Agent : We can come down to 2.5 million. For that price, it would be a good buy.
Nicholai : Alright. We shall meet tomorrow and work out the deal.
Agent : Give me your details.
Nicholai : Nicholai Ivanich, Boris avenue, 17th street, Moscow. Email nicholaipe@gmail.com
Agent : Ok, I got it. I will meet you tomorrow at 10.30. Bye
Nicholai : Okay! Bye!
Answer 21.
Parachute ride over a valley
My parents promised to take me for a parachute ride if I passed my board exams with high scores. I worked hard and scored well. So my parents kept their word. We decided to go to Mysore. Mysore is the second biggest city in Karnataka and hosts several skydiving camps. Most of the skydiving camps in Mysore are located at the base of the Chamundi Hills. Mysore is one of the best places to skydive in India. The climate was favorable for the journey. We started our journey in the morning by flight and reached Mysore by afternoon. In the evening we reached the spot. The spot was crowded with people. I was very exicted as this was my first experience. My parents and me along with the guide entered the basket of the multi-colored parachute. The weather was calm and quiet. We were rising and we have risen almost two hundred feet. We floated along through space in delicious inertia. We felt like birds who did not even have to flap their wings. We widely enjoyed the fantastic journey; nothing in the sky but the moon and ourselves. The landing was beyond beautiful.
Answer 22.
Wordsworth: Good morning Dr. Smith. I am William Wordsworth. I want your help, doctor.
Dr. Smith: Goodmorning, Mr.Wordsworth what help can I do for you?
Wordsworth: It is something related to your profession.
Dr. Smith: Come on, tell me your problem.
Wordsworth: For the last three nights I did not get any sleep at all. When I lie in bed various thoughts come to my mind. I see flocks of sheep leisurely passing one after the other, I hear humming of bees and the sounds of the rain. I also hear the fall of rivers, winds and seas.
Dr. Smith: There is nothing to be afraid Mr. Wordsworth you see such things in imagination because you are too much preoccupied with nature and its objects and phenomena.
Wordsworth: It may be so. But what am I to do without sleep? I cannot enjoy the beauty of the morning unless I sleep. I expected to get some sleep last night, which was my third sleepless night.
D r. Smith: You send someone to me. I shall give some tablets. You take one tablet each before you go to sleep for three days. Then, give me a call. If you get sleep, you can discontinue the medicine.
Wordsworth: I shall send someone now itself Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Smith: It’s my duty.
Answer 23.
The poem “Upon Westminster Bridge” by William Wordsworth is a sonnet. The first eight lines praise the beauty of the City in the early morning light, as the poet stands on Westminster Bridge admiring the surrounding buildings. The poet says that the earth does not have anything to show fairer than this sight. One who passes this sight without noticing it must be a dull person. The morning is beautiful, silent and bare. Ships, towers, domes, theatres and temples lie open to the fields and to the sky. They are all shining as the air is without any mist and smoke at the moment. In the last six lines the poet says that the sun never steeped the valley, rock or hill in greater glory than he is doing now. The river is flowing at its own sweet will. Even the houses seem to lie still. The mighty heart of London seems to lie still.