HIGH AIMS TUITION CENTRE

ENGLISH
CLASS : X
MARKS : 80

I Read the passage given below and answer the

questions that follow. (5 x 4 =
20)

(a) An old man named Santiago had been fishing for days without
catching anything. He was tired and hungry, but he was determined to
catch a fish. One day, early in the morning, Santiago felt a tug on his
line. He knew that this was no ordinary fish. This was the biggest fish
he had ever caught. The fish fought hard, pulling the old man's boat
far out to sea. Santiago fought back, reeling in the line as fast as he
could. After hours of struggle, the old man finally landed the fish. It
was a huge marlin, the largest ha had ever seen. Santiago was
exhausted, but he was also proud. He had caught the fish of a lifetime.
As he was tying up the marlin, a group of sharks appeared. They
began to circle the boat, waiting for a chance to attack. Santiago
fought off the sharks for hours, but they were too many for him. One
by one, they took pieces of the marlin, until there was nothing left but
its skeleton. Santiago was heartbroken, but he knew that he had done
his best. He had caught the fish of a lifetime, and he had fought
bravely to protect it.

1. What was old Santiago determined to do?

2. How did the fish react when it was caught by Santiago?

3. Santiago was proud. Why?

4. What happened to the marlin caught by Santiago?

5. What did Santiago feel about his effort though he got only the skeleton
of the marlin?
(b) I must say that before I went to the US, I didn't consciously identify
as African But in the US, when- ever Africa came up, people turned to
me. I did dome to embrace this identity and, in many ways, I think of
myself now as African, although I still get quite irritable when Africa
is referred to as a country. After I had spent some years in the US as
an African, I began to understand my roommate's response to me. If I
had not grown up in Nigeria, and if all I knew about Africa were from
popular images, I too would think that Africa was a place of beautiful
landscapes, beautiful animals, and incomprehensible people unable to
speak for themselves and waiting to be saved by a kind, white
foreigner. I would see Africans in the same way that I, as a child, had
seen Fide's family. (The Danger of a Single Story)

1 Why didn't Adichie consciously identify herself as an African before

she went to the U.S.?

2. When did Adichie embrace the identity of an African?

3. According to the passage, what is generally the single story of

Africa from popular images?

4 What was Adichie's reaction when Africa was referred to as a

country?

5. Identify a word from the passage which means 'not able to be

understood.'

(c) Featuring animals or objects with human-like qualities and

characteristics is known as anthropomorphic animation. From classic
shows like Looney Tune and Tome and Jerry to more recent animated
films like Finding Nemo Zootopia and The Lego Movie, they've been
around for decades.

Anthropomorphism is frequently used in these films to add a sense of

humour, emotion, and relatability to their stories. Anthropomorphic
animation also aids in character connection by making the characters
mor relatable because they act more human. This type of storytelling
is incredibly effective when used to promote meaningful messages
 such as environmental awareness, racial equality and conflict
resolution.

Because of their universal appeal, anthropomorphic animation enables

film makers to create meaningful stories that transcend language barriers
and cultural norms. Finally, anthropomorphic animation provides a user-
friendly medium for entertainment and education that can inspire people
from all walks of life.

1. What is anthropomorphic animation?

2. Name a few recent films in the passage that have used the
technique of anthropomorphic animation.

3. Why is this kind of storytelling effective?

4. How does the universal appeal of anthropomorphic animation help

film makers?

5. Pick out a word from the passage which means 'relating to or done
by all people or thing in the world".

(d) Everyone needs sleep, but its biological purpose re- mains a mystery.
It is a fact that sleep is important in our daily routine. We spend about
one-third of our time sleeping. Without proper sleep one finds it
difficult to concentrate and respond quickly to various situations.

Sleep is important to a number of brain functions, including the

communication of nerve cells (neurons) with each other. In fact, our
brain and body stay remarkably active while we sleep. Recent
research suggests that sleep plays a housekeeping role by removing
toxins that are formed our brain, while we are awake.

Lack of sleep affects almost every type of tissue and system in the
body - from the brain, heart, and lungs to metabolism, immune
function and mood. Chronic sleep disorders increase the risk of
diseases like high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes,
depression and obesity.
 1. Our brain and body stay while we sleep.

(a) passive (b) active (c) still (d) idle

2. How much time do we spend sleeping?

3. How does lack of sleep affect our body?

4. What is the finding of recent research mentioned in the passage?

5. Pick out a word from the passage that means 'some- thing that is
difficult to understand’

II TWO MARKS QUESTION (2 x 10 =

20)

1. The English Club of your school decides to conduct a seminar on the

topic 'Books are the Stairways of Our Imagination'. As the secretary
of the club, prepare a likely notice inviting everyone to the seminar.
2. Mexican girl Martha wins the prestigious Scholarship Jacket. The
news appears in the next day's newspapers. Write the likely news
report.
3. Majid Majidi's 'My sister's Shoes' looks at the world through the eyes
of children and demonstrates real life situations. You get an
opportunity to interview the Oscar nominated film maker. Prepare six
questions you may ask him.
4. The Literary Club of your school has decided to conduct a 'Book Fest'
and an exhibition of Vaikom Muhammed Basheer's works on July 5,
Basheer Day. Prepare a notice inviting the public to the Fest.
5. Martha Salinas was awarded the Scholarship Jacket for maintaining
the highest grades for eight years by her school. She delivered a
speech after receiving the Scholarship Jacket. Prepare the text of the
speech.
6. You were inspired by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's speech and
decided to include an interview with Adichie in your school
magazine. As one of the editors of the school magazine, prepare six
questions to interview her.
7. Read the following sentences and identify the Noun Phrases in the
subject position.
(a) A long supporting gable rested on the beam over the wall.
 (b) The boy turned out to be a boon to every - one in the village.

8. Report the following dialogue.

Satyajit Ray : What can we do to let the free in the bamboo grove?
Thorat : We can tie a thin wire round the tiger's neck.

(a) Satyajit Ray asked ……………

(b) Thorat replied ……………

9. Read the following sentences and identify the Noun Phrases in the
subject position and Verb Phrase.
(a) The young fir trees stood motionless.
(b) The pounding in my ears drowned out the rest of the words

10. Report the following dialogue.

Zahra : What will I wear to school tomorrow?

Ali : You can wear my sneakers.
(a) Zahra asked Ali ……….
(b) Ali replied ……….

III FOUR MARKS QUESTION (4 x 5 = 20)

A. Complete the following passage using appropriate forms of the phrasal

verbs from the ones given below.

1. Vanka ......(a)...... his mind to post the letter he had written. He ......
(b)...... his coat and ran to the place where the post box was kept. It
was not easy for him to ......(c)...... the cold outside. He wanted to
come back before his master and mistress ......(d)......

(make up, put up with, turn up, put on)

2. Grandad was probably standing ......(a)...... the gate at this moment,

screwing up his eyes to look at the bright red light coming ......
(b)......the church windows, or stumping about in his felt boots,
 fooling ......(c)......the servants. His rattle would be fastened ......
(d)...... his belt.

(at, from, in, with, to)

3. Martha could not ......(a)...... the decision of the board.

But she was not ready to ......(b)...... her hopes to win the
Scholarship Jacket. Totally fearless, Martha ......(c)...... her thoughts
to the principal. The principal was......(d)...... by Martha's response
and finally changed his decision.

(give up, put across, taken a back, put up with)

B. There are a few errors in the passage given below. They are underlined.
Edit them.

1. Kiran have (a) enjoyed being with the villagers steaming with fun. But
here of (b) the riverside, she could not tolerate the heavy burdan (c) of
doing nothing. That was their point of discussion. He lost his spirit
when she suddenly stopped responding and turn (d) her head away.

2. At (a) one of the riverside house (b) of Chandermagore, an endless

verbal battle was going on between Sharat and his wife Kiran about
her stay (c) in the house. Kiran fell serious (d) ill making everyone
terribly anxious.

IV FIVE MARKS QUESTION (5 x 4 =

20)

1. Details of the batsmen who hit centuries in the ICC Men's Cricket
World Cup 2023 are given in the table below. Study the table and
answer the questions that follow:

BATSMAN COUNTRY CENTURIES RUNS SCORE &AGAINST

QUINTON de SOUTH 4 594 174 (BANGLADESH)

KOCK AFRICA
 RACHIN NEW 3 578 123 (ENGLAND)
RAVINDRA ZEALAND

VIRAT KOHLI INDIA 3 765 117 (NEW

ZEALAND)

GLENN AUSTRALIA 2 397 201

MAXWELL (AFGHANISTAN)

MITCHEL AUSTRALIA 2 426 177 (BANGLADESH)

MARSH

(a) Who hit the greatest number of centuries in the ICC World Cup
2023?

(b) Who is the highest aggregator of runs in the ICC World Cup 2023?

(c) Glenn Maxwell scored 201 in the ICC World Cup 2023 against.….

(d) How many centuries did Mitchell Marsh score in ICC World Cup
2023?

(e) Which country is represented by two players in the table?

2. Details of a few Oscar Award winners of 2023 are given below. Study
them carefully and answer the questions given below.

(a) Name the composer of the best original song.

(b) The Elephant Whisperers was selected as the best

 (c) Who is the Canadian American actor who won the best actor
award?

(d) Which movie won the award for the best original score?

(e) Name an American film directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel

Scheinert.

3. Complete the conversation between Ali and Zahra.

Zahra : You are upset, ….(a)…. ?

Ali : Yes, dear.
Zahra : ….(b)…..?
Ali : I list your shoes at Akbar Aqa's shop.
Zahra : …….(c)......?
Ali : Yes, I searched the place properly, but couldn't find it.
Zahra : If you don't get my shoes, …..(d).….
Ali : Don't tell Father, he will beat both of us.
Zahra : What shall I wear tomorrow?
Ali : You had better …..(e)…..
Zahra : OK. I will wear your sneakers.

4. Complete the conversation between Satyajit Ray and Mr Throat.

Ray : Mr. Thorat, I see that you have brought two

…..(a)…..!
Mr Throat : Yes sir. I decided to play it safe. If one doesn't perform
well, …..(b).....
Ray : Oh! That's wonderful, …..(c).....
Mr Throat : Yes sir. I have fixed a wire to the collar made of tiger
skin.
Ray : Okay. If everything is ready, we can start the shooting
soon, .…..(d).....?
Mr Throat : Sir, There is a situation. The crowd seems
unmanageable. You had better …..(e).....
Ray : Okay. I will do that.
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