Model 18 HS 2ndYr Pre-Final AltE Dec 2023

                      M. C. Das College

              HS Pre-Final Test Dec 2023

               Subject – Alternative English

                             Marks – 100

                           Pass Marks -30

                               Section A 

                         Prose- 40 Marks

1. Answer any five:- (5x1=5)

a. What was the name of airport situated in Guwahati in 1949?

b. Was Miss Smith a very rich girl?

c. Where was St. Peter’s Church located?

d. What was the name of the verger of St. Peter’s church?

e. Which car brand is mentioned in Bina Kutir?

f. Who is Brajen Kalita?

2. Answer any 5 from the following  (5x2=10)

a) Explain some of the possible themes in A Cup of Tea?

b) What does the story Bina Kutir suggest about the impact of urbanization on traditional communities?

c) How did the verger treat his gowns?

d) Why did the riot break out in The Martyr’s Corner?

e) Name the places from Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram mentioned in Bina Kutir.

f) What are the names of the two women characters in A Cup of Tea?

3. Answer any 5 (5x5=25)

a) Discuss Bhupen Hazarika’s experience during the course of his journey abroad from The Voyage?

b) Explain the possible themes in The Verger?

c) Give a detailed character sketch of the verger.

d) Comment on the significance of the title A Cup of Tea.

e) Write a brief sketch of Rosemary Fell.

f) What is your impression of the neighbourhood where Bina Kutir is located?

                     Section C

               Poetry – 30 Marks

4. Answer any three (3x3=6)

a) What quality of Ozymandias does the narrator represent?

b) What does the poet mean by 'chariot wheels' in Strange Meeting?

c) What does ‘sun-baked walls' suggest in Night of the Scorpion? 

d) What led the scorpion to crawl beneath the sack of rice?

5. Answer answer any three (3x3=9)

a) What are the divine qualities bestowed upon man in The Solitude of Alexander Selkirk?

b) What is the only thing remaining in the vast desert in Ozymandias?

c) Why does the poet want to go to Innisfree?

d) What does the poet mean by “titanic wars” in Strange Meeting?

6. Answer any three (3x5=15)

a) Do you think Innisfree is only a place? Explain.

b) What is the message that the poet wants to convey in the poem Ozymandias?

c) What does the poem Night of the Scorpion say about a mother?

d) What is the significance of the island in The Solitude of Alexander Selkirk?

                    Section C

            Grammar 10 Marks

7. Attempt the question tags (5x1=5)

a. Let’s have a cup of tea.

b. It is raining.

c. No salt is allowed.

d. I speak fluent English.

e. There is no food left.

8. Correct the errors (5x1=5)

a. She took out her shoes.

b. If it will rain, we will not go out.

c. She offered me a ten rupees note.

d. I am going to college by bus everyday.

e. The train will leave in time.

9. Read the following conversational passage and answer any two questions 5x2=10

Student 1: Hey, have you been following the latest updates on Chandrayaan? It’s fascinating how India’s lunar exploration program has evolved.

Student 2: Absolutely! Chandrayaan has been a game-changer. Remember Chandrayaan-1? Back in 2008, it made a historic discovery by detecting water molecules on the moon’s surface.

Student 1:Right, that was groundbreaking! It opened up new possibilities for future lunar exploration. And now, with Chandrayaan-2, they took it a step further with the orbiter, lander, and rover setup.

Student 2: Chandrayaan-2’s launch in 2019 was quite ambitious. The orbiter is still up there, diligently studying the moon’s composition and topography. Unfortunately, the lander Vikram faced some challenges during its descent.

Student 1: True, but the success of the orbiter itself is noteworthy. It’s providing valuable data, and the mission as a whole showcased India’s capability in space technology.

Student 2: Absolutely, and the anticipation for Chandrayaan-3 is growing. They’re planning a lunar lander and rover configuration. It seems like they’re building on the successes and lessons learned from Chandrayaan-2.

Student 1: It’s a logical progression. I wonder what specific scientific goals Chandrayaan-3 will aim to achieve. Do you have any insights on that?

Student 2: From what I’ve gathered, Chandrayaan-3 will focus on more comprehensive studies of the moon’s surface. They’re refining the approach based on past experiences to enhance the chances of success for the lander and rover components.

Student 2: That sounds promising. It’s crucial to learn from each mission and iterate for improvement. India’s space program has come a long way, wouldn’t you say?

Student 2: Absolutely. The successful execution of these lunar missions not only contributes to our understanding of the moon but also showcases India’s growing prowess in space technology on the global stage.

1. What was the historic discovery made by Chandrayaan-1 during its mission?

2. Can you elaborate on the configuration of Chandrayaan-2 and its key components?

3. What scientific goals are expected to be the focus of the upcoming Chandrayaan-3 mission, and how does it build on previous missions?

10. Write an essay  on any one of the following 10

a. Rethinking Our Relationship with the Planet

b. Role of Media in society