2023 – English

Marks : 80

Q.No.(1-4.) Read the following passage.

“When I was 13, I read a newspaper article about a disabled man who had managed to achieve great things and help others,” said Nick. “I realised why God had made us like this – to give hope to others. It was so inspirational to me that I decided to use my life to encourage other people and give them the courage that the article had given me.”

“I decided to be thankful for what I do have, not get angry about what I don’t.”

“I looked at myself in the mirror and said:‘You know what the world is right that I have no arms or legs, but they’ll never take away the beauty of my eyes.’ I wanted to concentrate on something good that I had.”

“The challenges in our lives are there to strengthen our convictions. They are not there to run us over,” said Nick. In 1990 Nick won the Australian Young Citizen of the Year award for his bravery and perseverance.

Answer each of the following questions in three to four sentences.

What change did the newspaper article bring in Nick?

“I decided to be thankful for what I do have, not get angry about what I don’t.” Is it applicable to Nick? Explain.

According to Nick, how can we overcome the challenges in our life?

If you were Nick, how would you face the challenges in your life? Explain.

ANSWERS

1. What change did the newspaper article bring in Nick?

The newspaper article about a disabled man who achieved great things and helped others had a profound impact on Nick. It inspired him to use his own life to encourage others and give them the courage he himself had received from the article.

2. “I decided to be thankful for what I do have, not get angry about what I don’t.” Is it applicable to Nick? Explain.

Yes, this statement is highly applicable to Nick. He demonstrates this attitude throughout the passage. Despite his physical limitations, he focuses on what he does have, like the beauty of his eyes, and avoids dwelling on what he lacks. This positive outlook allows him to concentrate on his strengths and make a positive impact on the world.

3. According to Nick, how can we overcome the challenges in our life?

According to Nick, challenges in life are not meant to defeat us, but rather to strengthen our convictions. He believes that by facing adversity and persevering through it, we can grow stronger and more determined.

4. If you were Nick, how would you face the challenges in your life? Explain.

If I were Nick, I would approach challenges with a similar mindset. I would focus on my strengths and the positive aspects of my life. I would use my experiences to inspire and encourage others, just as Nick did. I would strive to overcome obstacles through perseverance and a positive attitude, believing that these challenges are opportunities for growth and personal development.

Q.No.(5-8.) Read the following passage.

There is little else one could expect when all time greats like Marcus Bartley (cinematography), Ghantasala (music), M.L. Vasantha Kumar, Lata, S.P. Balasubrahmanyam (playback), Gokhale (art), Pasumarthy (choreography) and Pithambaram (makeup) got together to weave magic around an episode from Mahabharatha, of Sasirekha ParinayamHowever, the greatness of Maya Bazaar, about which much is said and written, is not just because of those facets alone. It is a tribute to Telugu culture, language and customs of the land. The film was watched, responged and cherished with someone they knew in their every character soon after its release because people identified immediately soon after the film’s audience still do the same now.

The dialogues written by Pingali Nagendra Rao (as well the lyrical conversations that the people were hearing or using in their conversations every day – not, those became a part of Telugu life thereafter.

Answer each of the following questions in three to four sentences.

1.How do you feel when you identify yourself with one of the characters in a movie?

2.How did the dialogues in the movie ‘Maya Bazaar’ influence the audience?

3.How did the movie ‘Maya Bazaar’ reflect our lifestyle?

5. How do you feel when you identify yourself with one of the characters in a movie?

When I identify with a character in a movie, I often feel a strong connection to them. I can relate to their experiences, emotions, and motivations, which makes me feel seen and understood. It can be an empowering feeling to see myself reflected on screen, and it can also help me to better understand and empathize with others.

6. How did the dialogues in the movie ‘Maya Bazaar’ influence the audience?

The dialogues in ‘Maya Bazaar’ were known for their wit, humor, and philosophical depth. They were so impactful that they became a part of Telugu culture, with many lines entering everyday conversations. The movie’s dialogues not only entertained the audience but also influenced their language and thought patterns.

7. How did the movie ‘Maya Bazaar’ reflect our lifestyle?

While the movie ‘Maya Bazaar’ is set in a specific time and context, it reflects universal themes of love, loss, family, and social values. It showcases the importance of relationships, the power of good over evil, and the enduring nature of human emotions. These themes resonate with audiences across generations and cultures, making it a timeless classic.

8. Pick Three True statements according to the passage.

A. Maya Bazaar is based on the complete story of the Maha Bharatha.
B. Pingali Nageshwara Rao, wrote dialogues and songs for the movie.
C. The language used in the movie is quite close to the language of everyday.
D. The characters in the movie represent the royal class of the society.
E. Every artist contributed to the perfection of Maya Bazaar.

True Statements:

B. Pingali Nageshwara Rao, wrote dialogues and songs for the movie. The passage explicitly states that Pingali Nagendra Rao wrote the dialogues and that the lyrical conversations became a part of Telugu life.
C. The language used in the movie is quite close to the language of everyday. The passage mentions how the dialogues written by Pingali Nagendra Rao became a part of everyday conversations, indicating that the language used in the movie was relatable and close to the language people spoke.
E. Every artist contributed to the perfection of Maya Bazaar. The passage highlights the contributions of several renowned artists like Marcus Bartley, Ghantasala, M.L. Vasantha Kumar, Lata, S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, Gokhale, Pasumarthy, and Pithambaram in creating the magic of Maya Bazaar.

Q.No.(9-12) Study the table carefully and answer the questions given.

Musical Instruments

Class	Sub-class	Way of playing	Examples
Wind instruments	wooden	Air made to vibrate inside a wooden tube	Flute, clarinet, shehnai
	brass	Trumpet, horn
	others	Mouth organ, bagpipe
Percussion instruments		Played by banging / striking the stretched membrane	Drum, tabla
Stringed instruments		Played by plucking the strings	Harp, guitar, veena
		Played by drawing a bow across the strings	Violin, cello

9. What is the table mainly about? How many categories and sub-categories are mentioned?

The table is mainly about classifying musical instruments. It categorizes them into three main classes:

Wind instruments
Percussion instruments
Stringed instruments

Furthermore, it divides the “Wind instruments” class into three sub-classes:

Wooden
Brass
Others

So, there are three main categories and four sub-categories mentioned in the table.

10. How is a clarinet different from a mouth organ and trumpet?

Clarinet: It belongs to the “wooden” sub-class of wind instruments. The sound is produced by blowing air through a reed inside a wooden tube.
Mouth Organ: It falls under the “others” category of wind instruments. It has many small reeds that vibrate when air is blown through them.
Trumpet: This instrument is classified as a “brass” wind instrument. Sound is generated by blowing air into a mouthpiece and vibrating the player’s lips against it.

11. How are the stringed instruments different from the wind instruments?

Wind instruments produce sound by the vibration of air within a tube or by blowing air across an opening.
Stringed instruments generate sound by vibrating strings. These vibrations are created by plucking, bowing, or striking the strings.

12. If you are asked to choose one of the musical instruments, which instrument would you choose? Why?

This is a subjective question! The answer depends on individual preferences.

Here’s a possible response:

“If I had to choose one musical instrument, I would pick the guitar. I find it versatile and easy to learn basic chords. It’s also portable, making it convenient to play anywhere. Plus, I enjoy the acoustic sound and the wide range of musical genres it can be used for.”

13. In the text “My Childhood,” we have come across how the new teacher insulted Kalam and how Laxmana Sastry changed his mind. Finally, the new teacher realized and apologized for he had done.

Now write a possible conversation between the new teacher and Laxmana Sastry in ten to twelve exchanges.**

You may use the following ideas:

The new teacher couldn’t digest a Muslim boy sitting beside a Brahmin boy.
He believed in customs related social status.
Laxmana Sastry understood the pain of the two boys due to separation.
Laxmana Sastry believed in equality and brotherhood.
The new teacher realized and understood the feelings of the two boys.

Nowadays family relationships are becoming weak. People have become so selfish that they always think about money and assets. Even members of the family do not show affection towards elders.

Prepare a speech script in this context in ten to twelve sentences.

You may use the following ideas:

Importance of maintaining family relationships.
Money not as important as family.
Need to show love and affection towards elders.
Maintaining good relationships among the members of the family.

13. Conversation between the New Teacher and Laxmana Sastry:

New Teacher: (Hesitantly) Sastry, I have been thinking about what happened earlier. I realize I was wrong to treat those boys differently based on their religion.

Laxmana Sastry: I understand that you were acting based on your beliefs, but those beliefs are not always right.

New Teacher: I see now that my prejudice hurt those boys deeply. They are both students, and they deserve to be treated with respect and equality.

Laxmana Sastry: Exactly. We should focus on their learning and well-being, not their backgrounds.

New Teacher: I am truly sorry for my behavior. It was insensitive and unfair.

Laxmana Sastry: It’s okay. We all make mistakes. The important thing is that you recognize your error and are willing to learn from it.

New Teacher: I will strive to be a more understanding and inclusive teacher from now on.

Laxmana Sastry: I appreciate your willingness to learn. I believe that together, we can create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all our students.

New Teacher: Thank you, Sastry. I value your wisdom and guidance.

Laxmana Sastry: You’re welcome. Let’s work together to build a better future for our students.

Speech Script on the Importance of Family Relationships:

“Dear friends, today I want to talk about something that is becoming increasingly important in our lives: the strength of our family relationships. In today’s fast-paced world, we often get so caught up in our careers, our ambitions, and our material possessions that we neglect the most precious relationships – those with our families.

We tend to prioritize money and assets, forgetting that the true wealth lies in the love and affection we share with our loved ones. It is crucial to remember that material possessions can never replace the warmth of family bonds.

We must make a conscious effort to show love and affection towards our elders. They have nurtured us, guided us, and shaped us into the people we are today. It is our duty to honor them and cherish their presence in our lives.

Let us strive to maintain strong and harmonious relationships with all members of our family. Let us communicate openly, resolve conflicts peacefully, and celebrate our joys together.

Remember, family is the foundation of our society. By nurturing strong family ties, we not only ensure our own happiness but also contribute to a more compassionate and harmonious world. Thank you.”

14. On the occasion of International Women’s Day, your school is organizing a Mandal Level Sports Meet for girls of secondary level.

Imagine you are the girls’ representative of your class and draft a notice. Also request the girls of your class to participate in the Sports’ Meet.

NOTICE

International Women’s Day Sports Meet

Date: [Insert Date of the Sports Meet]

Time: [Insert Time of the Sports Meet]

Venue: [Insert Venue of the Sports Meet]

To all the amazing girls of Class [Your Class Name],

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, our school is organizing a Mandal Level Sports Meet for all the talented girls of secondary level. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your sporting skills and bring glory to our class and school.

We encourage all girls to participate in various sports events, including [List a few examples of sports like running, jumping, throwing, etc.].

Those interested in participating can register with [Your Name] or [Class Teacher’s Name] at the earliest.

Let’s come together and make our class proud!

Yours sincerely, [Your Name] Girls’ Representative

[Your Class Name]

Note:

Replace the bracketed information with the actual details.
You can add more details like the list of sports events, the registration deadline, and any other relevant information.
You can also design the notice with some creative elements to make it more visually appealing.

Q.No.(15) Read the passage given below focusing on the parts that are underlined.

Answer any 5 of the questions as directed and write them in the answer booklet.

A tiger was hunting in the forest. He saw a fox.

The fox noticed this. “Now the tiger will kill me,” the fox thought. “But I should do something.”

Despite the danger, the fox said, “How dare you kill me?”

On hearing this, the tiger was surprised.

(i) “Why can’t I kill you?” he asked.

The fox said, “You can’t kill me. God has appointed me as the king of the forest. I have to rule my kingdom. (ii) You can’t kill me. God will punish you.”

“Is it true?” the tiger asked doubtfully.

“Let’s go through the forest. I’ll show you how everyone is afraid of me,” said the fox.

The tiger agreed. The fox was walking through the forest followed by the tiger.

(iii) The animals saw the tiger. They ran away.

“Have you seen how the animals are scared of me?” the fox said.

The tiger thought (iv) the fox was the most powerful animal.

“You’re right,” said the tiger “you are the king of the forest.”

(i) Combine the two sentences using ‘while’.

(ii) Rewrite the sentence beginning with ‘He asked why…’

(iii) Rewrite the sentence beginning with ‘If’.

(iv) Combine the two sentences using ‘no sooner…..than’.

(v) Rewrite the sentence beginning with ‘no other’.

i. Combine the two sentences using ‘while’.

Original: You can’t kill me. God will punish you.

Combined: While you can’t kill me, God will punish you.

ii. Rewrite the sentence beginning with ‘He asked why…’

Original: “Why can’t I kill you?” he asked.

Rewritten: He asked why he couldn’t kill the fox.

iii. Rewrite the sentence beginning with ‘If’.

Original: You can’t kill me. God will punish you.

Rewritten: If you kill me, God will punish you.

iv. Combine the two sentences using ‘no sooner…..than’.

Original: The animals saw the tiger. They ran away.

Combined: No sooner did the animals see the tiger than they ran away.

v. Rewrite the sentence beginning with ‘no other’.

Original: The tiger thought the fox was the most powerful animal.

Rewritten: No other animal was considered more powerful than the fox by the tiger.