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AMRITA VIDYALAYAM SENIOR SECONDARY CBSE THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

RAMANATHAPURAM OF
Periodic Test 1 (2024-25) VKM SENIOR SECDONDARY SCHOOL,HYDERABAD
ENGLISH Answer key CORDIALLY INVITE YOU FOR THE
Class: XII Time: 1 1/2Hrs 20TH ALUMNI MEET
Marks: 40 Date: 14.08.2024 ON 28 SEPTEMBER 20XX
SECTION – A 10 Marks AT 8 pm
1. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: AT PALACE HOTEL
i. c) Because of their size, strength, and aggressive nature SHRI. S.M. PATEL
ii. b) They have yellow irises and a unique stripe pattern FORMER PRINCIPAL VKM SR.SEC SCHOOL
iii. Option (C) is correct. Explanation: Mentioned in Para 6, more than 75%. Will preside over the function
iv. The main reason is hunting, poaching, urbanization, habitat loss and illegal
wildlife trade. LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
v. Royal Bengal Tigers are usually spotted in swamps, mangroves, and grasslands 3. A. Read the extract and answer the following: 4×1=4
vi. Option (B) is correct 1. c) (i) Innocent; (ii)foresight (iii)responsible; iv)caring
2 .d) (i)&(ii)
vii. India has the largest population of Royal Bengal Tigers in the world, and the
3. b) Going through an emotion which lacks happiness.
Indian government is actively involved in tiger conservation to protect the species 4 . a) Curiosity
from extinction. B. Read the extract and answer the following: 4×1=4
viii. False 1. Let’s not speak in any language, Let’s stop for one second
SECTION – B 4 MARKS 2. a. Speak and Move
3. b) Both assertion and reason are correct but reason is not the correct
2. Commissioner of Police (Traffic) explanation of assertion.
10 Periyar Road 4. To calm the mind to enable it to introspect
Chennai C. Read the extract and answer the following: 4×1=4
26 August, 20XX
The Principal 1. b. An expedition 2.d.2,4 3.a. 1,2
St George Public School 4. 3. Vivek invests in eco-friendly cosmetics that are packaged in plastic
Chennai containers
Sub: Acceptance to observe the Safety Week
Sir, 4. Answer the following questions, in about 40-50 words: 3×2=6
We assure you all the help and cooperation with men and material to make the 1. Anees Jung blames the middlemen, the policemen, the lawmakers, the
observance of the Safety Week at your school a grand success on 2nd Sep. at 10 bureaucrats and the politicians for the sorry plight of the bangle-makers. These
am. Posters, placards and other literature will be provided for holding the people conspire and exploit the poor bangle-makers. They pay them meagre wages,
exhibition. do not let them form co-operatives, and compel their children to join the same
Yours faithfully, trade at an early age
R. Rajesh

Police Commissioner (T)


2. Earth can teach a lesson to mankind on the preservation and resurrection of This constant stimulation makes it challenging to find moments of stillness and
life and how new life is believed to rise from the ashes of the dead remains. The silence.
Earth never attains total inactivity. Nature remains at work under apparent stillness Fear of missing out: Social media platforms foster a fear of missing out
and keeps the Earth alive. (FOMO) mentality, where individuals feel compelled to be continuously
connected, informed, and engaged. This fear drives the desire for constant
3. The Earth was a great landmass millions of years ago and was not divided into activity and engagement, leaving little room for quiet contemplation.
continents. when it started drifting apart, various land masses and water bodies got Shortened attention spans: The digital age has led to shorter attention spans
formed. South America drifted to join North America and opened up the Drake and a preference for quick, bite-sized content. This can make it difficult for
Passage to give rise to a cold circumpolar current called the Antarctica and pushed individuals to invest the time and focus required for deep introspection and
it to the globe, making it extremely cold and unprotected. silence.
5. Answer any two of the following questions, in about 120-150 Comparison and validation: Social media often promotes a culture of
words: 2×4=8 comparison and seeking validation through likes, comments, and shares. This
1. Lack of access to education: The story depicts the fact that many children in constant need for external validation can hinder the ability to disconnect and find
the slums do not have access to education. Even when they do attend school, solace in silence.
they often drop out early due to poverty or discrimination. The lack of education However, it is important to note that technology and social media can also be
perpetuates the cycle of poverty and prevents children from improving their used as tools to promote mindfulness, self-reflection, and meaningful
circumstances. connections. It ultimately depends on how individuals choose to utilize these
The exploitation of children: The story highlights the exploitation of children platforms and their conscious efforts to create boundaries, prioritize stillness, and
who are forced to work in order to help support their families. Many of these disconnect when needed.
children work long hours in hazardous conditions for little pay.
Discrimination based on caste: The story portrays the discrimination faced by 3. Antarctica
people from lower castes in India. These people are often excluded from 5 Aug xx
mainstream society and denied access to education, healthcare, and other basic Dear Mom
amenities.
Lack of political will: The story suggests that there is a lack of political will to It is so different here. I cannot post this letter but I'm sharing some of my amazing
address the issue of poverty in India. The government has failed to implement moments that I am spending here through this letter. Antarctica is so mysteriously
policies that would provide greater opportunities for the poor and marginalized, beautiful. There is a blanket of white sheet here. one loses all earthly sense of
such as free education and healthcare. Perspective and time here. We can see the microscopic grasses to the midges and
mites to the blue whales and Icebergs as big as Countries. Days go on and on in
2. With the advancement of technology and the global interconnectedness surreal 24 hr Austral summer light. There is a never ending silence, interrupted only
brought about by social media, the task of keeping quiet, as envisioned by by the occasional avalanche or calving ice sheets which makes the place Pristine.
Neruda in the poem "Keeping Quiet," has become more complicated rather than How I wish you were here!
easier. Here's a justification for this stance:
With love,
Constant stimulation: Technology and social media provide a constant influx of
information, notifications, and distractions. The ease of access to news, updates, Xyz.
and virtual interactions keeps individuals engaged and connected at all times.

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