7A) SAMPLE PAPER eee Rar mo en a) Time Allowed: 3 Hours] [Maximum Marks: 80 General Instructions: (®) This question paper comprises 11 questions. All questions are compulsory. (i) The question paper contains THREE sections — Section — A: Reading Skills Section ~ B: Grammar and Creative Writing Skills Section - C: Literature Textbook Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each Part. j SECTION A : READING SKILLS (20 MARKS) I 1. Read the following text. a0) 1. The main difference between men and animals is the difference in their power of concentration. All success in any line of work is the result of this. Everybody knows something about concentration. We see its results every day. High achievements in art, music, ete. are the results of concentration, Those who have trained animals find much difficulty in the fact that they are constantly forgetting what is told to them. They cannot concentrate their minds on anything long at a time. Here is the difference between men and animals ~ the man has the ‘greater power of concentration and also constitutes the difference between one man to another. ‘Compare the lowest to the highest man. The difference is in the degree of concentration. This is the only difference. 2. Everybody's mind becomes concentrated at times, We all concentrate upon things we love and we love those things upon which we concentrate our minds, What mother is there who does not love the face of her homeliest child? That face is to her the most beautiful in the world, She loves it because she concentrates her mind on it and if everyone could concentrate their minds on that face, everyone would love it. It would be to all the most beautiful face. 3. We all concentrate our minds on those things we love. When we hear beautiful music, our minds become fastened upon it and we cannot take them away. Those who concentrate their minds on classical music do not like common music, and vice versa. Mu: follow each other in rapid succession holds the mind readily. A child loves lively music because the rapidity of the notes gives the mind no chance to wander. A man who likes common music dislikes classical music because it is more complicated and requires a greater degree of concentration to follow it. in which the notes 4. The great trouble with such concentration is that we do not control the mind. It controls us. Something outside of ourselves, as it were, draws the mind into it and holds it as long as it chooses. We hear melodious tunes or see a beautiful painting, and the mind is held fast: cannot take it away. Sample Papers {74 }5. If I speak to you well upon a subject you like, your mind becomes concentrated upon what 1am saying, I draw your mind away from yourself and hold it upon the subject in spite of yourself. Thus our attention is held, our minds are concentrated upon various things, in spite of ourselves. We cannot help it. Answer the following questions, based on the passage above, (2) How does the author prove the difference in the concentration levels of men and animals? [Paragraph 1] (6) Complete the following with the correct option from the two given, ‘The author says that cur minds control us because [Paragraph 4] (®) @ person’s mind works and acts independently. It has a mind of its own, (@) our concentration levels and the act of concentration both depend on our heart. () What does a human being find easier to concentrate on? [Paragraphs 3 and 4] (@) How can we train ourselves to love others? [Paragraph 2] (e) Say whether the given statement is True or False. [Paragraph 3] A child loves lively music because the rapidity of the notes gives the mind no chance to wander (f) The phrase “each other in rapid succession’ is mentioned in the passage. Which of the following is similar to the contextual meaning of ‘succession’ in the following options? (®) related to an individual (i) like a chain or string (iif) inheriting a throne () legacy [Paragraph 3] (g) Why do some people like classical music and others like popular or common music? Answer in two points. [Paragraph 3] (h) Fill in the blank with the correct option from those given. [Paragraph 31 In the phrase ‘fastened upon it; the word ‘fastened’ refers 10 () secured (i) closed (ii) hooked (@®) connected 2. Read the following text. (10) 1. People are also increasingly realizing the importance of using the appropriate type of shoes for sports activities in order to prevent muscle injuries, leg injuries, knee pain, hip pain, and back pain, As a result, the demand for athletic shoes is expected to register a sharp rise over the coming years. Puma 2.5 Bn $, Adidas and Reebok $ 14.6 Bn and Nike at $ 22.3 Bn generated impressive revenues in 2018, They are focusing on developing innovative technologies increase the stabilit of sports shoes and make them comfortable. The ARAMIS motion capture technology helps provide maximum flexibility and adequate support along the ankle to ensure free foot movement. Nike, Adidas, Skechers and New Balance Athletics are particularly invested in R&D. 2. Prominent players in the market, such as Nike, Inc.; Adidas AG: Skechers USA, Ine; and New Balance Athletics, Inc. are focusing on developing innovative technologies to increase the stability of sports shoes and make them comfortable. For instance, Adidas AG has innovated a Forged Mesh, a single layer shoe upper with a ribbed pattern created using ARAMIS motion capture technology for determining the strain exerted on the foot. The technology helps provide maximum flexibility and adequate support along the ankle to ensure free foot movement. (2} “gether wite® EAD English Language & Literature—103. The love for sport in India is moving beyond the game of cricket towards a wide variety of sports, resulting in the growth of viewership, participation, and sports-related industries. It has opened up new business opportunities for investors looking at the Indian market ~ from brand building and infrastructure to niche entrepreneurial ventures, emerging technologies, and services. 4. India’s improving economic climate, rising disposable incomes, and changing outlook towards fitness is fueling the increase in demand for sports-related goods and services. The Indian government has turned its attention to developing the sports scetor as a strategy to create jobs, generate revenue, and attract investment into the country, aside from nurturing sports talent. For 2018-20, the federal government set aside a US$262 million (@ 1,756 crore) budget for its “Khelo India’ (Play India) programme. Answer the following questions, based on the passage above. (@) The Indian government has turned its attention to developing the sports sector as a strategy. Which of the objectives given below should not be on the list? [Paragraph 4] (@) The aim is to create jobs in this sector. (i) The strategy is to generate more revenue and attract investment. The goal is to nurture sports talent. (iY) To sell sports-related goods. (6) Select the option that is true for the assertion and reason given below. [Paragraph 1] Assertion: The demand for athletic shoes is expected to register a sharp rise over the coming years Reason: Nike, Adidas, Skechers and New Balance Athletics are particularly invested in R&D. (®) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion. (i) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion. ‘The assertion is true, but the reason is false. (jv) The assertion is false, but the reason is true, (c) Identify the word the writer has used to signify ‘inventive’. [Paragraph 2] (@) How is the love for sports shifting its goal post in India and what are the repercussions? [Paragraph 3] (e) Read the given prompt and select the correct option to fill in the blank with a word or phrase similar to ‘niche’, [Paragraph 3] This new product launched by ABC Industries is meant for buyers. segment of (@) a newly-rich (i) a collect (ii?) a select () an amateur (f) How do new innovations help the consumer who buys sports shoes? [Paragraphs 1 and 2] (g) Complete the following sentence suitably: [Paragraph 4] ‘The ‘Khelo India’ Programme started by the central government has marked (h) Complete the following sentence with a suitable reason: [Paragraph 4] Sports goods have registered a constant and rising demand for sports-related goods and services because . (®) How can sports shoes that are backed by topnotch research and technology help contain injuries? [Paragraph 1] Sample Papers {3 }j SECTION B : WRITING SKILLS & GRAMMAR (20 MARKS) I GRAMMAR (10) 3. Complete ANY TEN of twelve of the following tasks, as directed. (1x 10= 10) (2) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the sentence. My father . 4 personal disaster into an opportunity 10 serve society and inspired 80 many hapless souls. @ could turn (i) is turning will tura (iv) has turned (b) Read the conversation between a disciple and Buddha, Complete the sentence by reporting the dialogue. Disciple : Does honesty always pay? Buddha : It may or may not, but at least you will never feel guilty A disciple asked Buddha to which Buddha affirmed at least he would never feel gui (©) Select the correct option to fill in the blank for the given line, from a wildlife magazine. Although species of the fox are reddish in colour, Arctic fox is often pure white, much like the Polar bears. (@) a few, an (i) few, the (i) most, the (&) more, an (@) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the following line, from a news report published recently. The Ministry will soon come about with a set of laws, that will serve as the guiding framework {for the next ten years, confirmed the minister Option no, Error Correetion @ will would Gl about up (i) | that which @) for in (e) Complete the given narrative, by filling in the blank with the correct option. Unfortunately, I have talent for music although I always to be a famous singer (@) have; wanted (i) have: inspired (ii?) had; wanted (») had; aspired (f) Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket, for the given portion of a school notice. A meeting of the senior house prefects and house masters (call) on Friday, 15 ‘May, 20XX at 1 pm in the Conference Hall to discuss the agenda for Earth Day Celebrations. (g) Report the dialogue between to girls, by completing the sentence with the most suitable options. Reena: Do you know how to swim? Surbhi: Yes I know. I have learnt it during this summer vacation, Reena asked Surbhi (0 which Surbhi replied in affirmative and added (+} “gether wite® EAD English Language & Literature—10(h) @ 0 &) i) Identify the error in the given sentence, from a school magazine report and supply the correction, The sun shall never set on a glorious human achievement. Use the given format for your response. Error Correction Kiran told Rekha that India had won the match rather handsomely yesterday. {question that corresponds to this information, Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option, to complete the comment of a teacher. Why are you wasting time? You... your work alread. (8) could be finishing (i) need to have finished (iii) should have finished (iv) have to finish Select the correct option to complete the narration of the question put by a father to his son. Father said to his son, “Why are you so lazy today? Aren't you feeling well?” Father asked his son why he was so lazy that day and further asked .... seven Well, (0 if he wasn't feeling (ii) wasn’t he feeling (iii) why wasn’t he feeling (iv) whether or not he was Identify the error in a notice put up in the Central Park and supply the correction, for the following. Exercising of dogs not allowed on the coarse area. Use the given format for your response. Error Correction WRITING SKILLS (10) Note: All details presented in the questions are imaginary and created for assessment purpose 4. a) co) You are Sujal/Sujata of Pragya Public School, Nangal, Punjab who had arranged a trip for fifty students of Nainital in summer vacation for ten days with ‘Mount Travels and Tourism’. The arrangements done by the travel agency were far below standard. The accommodations and food facilities were inferior in quality. Write a letter of complaint in about 120 words to the Director of the agency to stop duping tourists with false promises as it tarnishes the image of the locals. Or Write a letter in about 120 words to the Editor of a local newspaper complaining about ‘emoting minor children both boys and girls as full domestic help is a common feature, also advocating the need to stop such practice which deprives the children of their basic rights. ‘You are Kunwar/Shubhangi, B-36, Mayur Vihar, Phase 2, Dell Sample Papers { 5 ]S. (A) Study the bar graph given below on the revenue India earns from medical tourism. The number of tourists have gone up and that is a good sign for our economy. Using the data in the bar graph, write an analytical paragraph in about 120 words with a suitable heading. Medical tourism in India I Number of tourists "= Foreign exchange earnings ($ bn) 27.500 ,00,000 20.625 - 9,78,000 13.750 2,50,000 6.875 — 4,28,000, ° 0 2015 2016 2017 Or (B) Study the table given below which shows the impact on the sale of gold during lockdown period in Delhi. On the basis of the table, write an analytical paragraph in about 120 words on the topic “Impact on the Sales of Gold in Delhi During Pandemic.” Month z January 200 million Februry 350 million March 110 million April 80 million May 70 million June 60 million July 80 milliom August 110 million I SECTION C : LITERATURE TEXTBOOK AND SUPPLEMENTARY READING TEXT (40 MARKS) I 6. Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two, given. 6) (A) “At about the age of twenty five, the Prince, thereof shielded from the sufferings of the world, while hunting out glanced upon a sick man, then an aged man, then a funeral procession, and finally a monk begging for alms. These sights so moved him that he at once became a beggar ‘and went out into the world to seek enlightenment concerning the sorrows he had witnessed. (The Sermon at Benares) (a) How did witnessing sorrow change the prince? 1. He forgot about it. 2. He etied much. 3. He was angry. 4. He left his palace and went in search of enlightenment. (A) option 1 only (i) option 2 only (iii) option 3 and 4 only () option 4 only (b) What made the prince sad? “gether wite® EAD English Language & Literature—10(¢) Fill in the blank with ONE WORD only. Prince was visibly looking at the sufferings of men, (@) What according to the extract was the reason for the Prince getting disturbed at the sight of miseries? Or (B) At the surgery, the household dogs surged round me, Thicki looked down at the noisy pack with dul eyes and, when put down, lay motionless on the carpet. The other dogs, after sniffing round him for a few seconds, decided he was an uninteresting object and ignored him. T made up a bed for him in a warm loose bax next to the one where the other dogs slept. For two days I kept an eye on him, giving him no food but plenty of water. At the end of the second day, he started to show some interest in his surroundings and on the third he began to whimper when he heard the dogs in the yard. (A Triumph of Surgery) (@) Why did the other dogs ignore ricki? (b) Fill in the blank with a suitable word from the bracket. On the third day Tricki began to whimper. The word ‘whimper’ indicates that ricki began to .. (oryiran). (©) According to the extract other dogs ignored ricki mention the reason, 1. Thicki was an outsider. 2. ‘Thicki was too pampered to be friends with others. 3. Thicki was not active at all. 4, Thicki had sad eyes and lay motionless. 5. Thicki was a different breed. Seleet the correct option, () Land 3 (i) 3 and 4 (ii) Only 3 (») 2,3 and 4 (@) The narrator uses certain words and phrases in the given extract to reflect the condition of the Tricki mention any two. @ w@ Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two, given. 6) (A). Did you finish your homework, Amanda? Did you tidy your room, Amanda? T thought I told you to clean your shoes, Amanda! (Amanda! (@) Complete the sentence appropriately. Its clear that ‘Repetition’ is the poetic device used for ‘Amanda. (Clue: explain how repetition applies here) (b) The poet has used a poetic device in the given lines. What effect does he wish to create by its use? Anaphora in ‘did you finish” (2) emphasis (@) comparison (i) sarcasm (i) rhythm (©) State whether the following statement is TRUE or FALSE. The poet tells how happy Amanda is with her mother (@) What is the poer’s point of view about the girl Amanda? ” Because Sample Papers(B) Has given my heart A change of mood And saved some part Of a day I had rued (Dust of Snow) (a) What is the poet's tone in the extract? 1. Authoritative 2. Alarming 3. reflexive 4. optimistic 5. commanding Select the appropriate option, () Zand 3 (ii) 3 and 4 (if) Zand 5 () Land 5 () What does the poet convey in the given extract? (@) Pick out the words/phrases from the extract which reflect the mood of the poet in the extract? (d) Fill in the blank with the correct word from the bracket. ‘The word ‘wed’ in the line ‘saved some part of day I had rued’ indicates, that the poet . (laments/explore) on his state of mind, 8. Answer ANY FOUR of the following five questions, in about 40-50 words. (4x3=12) (@) How did the young seagull’s mother teach him flying? (Iwo Stories about Flying-I: His First Flight) (b) What is the story behind the origin of the people of Coorg? (Glimpses of India-I: Coorg) (c) What is the point of controversy between Natalya and Lomov? What argument does Lomov put to price his point? (The Proposal) (@ How does the poet suggest that you identify the lion and the tiger? (How to Tel Wild Animals) (€) Do you know the story of Rapunzel? Why does she want to be Rapunzel? (Amanda!) 9, Answer ANY TWO of the following three questions, in about 40-50 words. (2x3=6) (2) Hari Singh is both ‘a thief and a human being’. Explain. (The Thief's Story) (6) How did Bholi react when her father caught her by the hand to take her to school? (Bholi) (c) What did Richard Fright learn from the County Science Fair? (The Making of a Scientist) 10, Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions, in about 100-120 words. x6=6) (A) Children who listen to their parents and follow their advice are always successful in life. Prepare a set of dialogues between two students based on the poem ‘Armanda!” and “The First Flight’. You may begin like this: Student 1: Why do parents keep on harping on following their orders. Student 2 : Didn't you read about baby seagull Or (B) ‘If hobby is made into a profession it is always profitable as the profession is followed wholeheartedly because it is hobby as well. If you had to use the message with reference to both the chapters ‘A Baker from Goa’ and “Tea from Assam’ how will you elaborate it? Also, how it is relevant to both, 11, Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions, in about 100-120 words. (1x6=6) (A) People should always try to live within their means. Aspirations have no limits but one should never forget the ground realities, Elaborate on this maxim on the basis of the chapter “The Necklace”, Or (B) The play ‘The Proposal’ explains how anger and arguments can easily ruin a relationship. Blaborate it with reference to the characters in the play. “gether wite® EAD English Language & Literature—10L 3 @ (0) ©) @ © ” ® (h) (@) () ©) @® © 0 ® (h) © @ e ©) @ © ® ANSWERS Animals have very less concentration as compared to humans. Those who have trained animals find much difficulty in the fact that they are constantly forgetting what is told to them. (A person's mind works and acts independently. It has a mind of its own, We all concentrate our minds on those things we love whether it is music, sports, art, or anything else. Our mind decides to focus on it because it is drawn to it and holds it as long as it chooses. ‘We can use concentration to love a face as if it is the most beautiful one. The author uses the example of a mother’s love for her child and finding it the most beautiful in the world. She is able to do it because of concentration. True (i) like a chain or string Those who concentrate their minds on classical music do not like common music, and vice versa: (®) Common music in which the notes follow each other in rapid succession holds the mind readily. Classical music is more complicated and requires a greater degree of concentration to follow it, hooked (iv) To sell sports-related equipment and goods. (@) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion innovative The love for sport in India is moving beyond the game of cricket towards a wide variety of sports, resulting in the growth of viewership, participation, sports-related industries, and new business opportunities for foreign investors. (ili) a select ‘The manufacturers are investing in R and D and focusing on developing innovative technologies to increase the stability of sports shoes and make them comfortable. Others are trying to ensure free foot movement. US$262 million budget for 2018-2020 to nurture sports. India’s improved economic climate, rising disposable incomes, and changing outlook towards fitness has fuelled it. Sports shoes that are backed by topnotch research and technology help prevent muscle injuries, leg injuries, knee pain, hip pain, and back pain. People are realizing the importance of using the appropriate type of shoes for sports activities. (i) has turned if honesty abvays pays; that it might or might not (iif) most, the Option No. Error Correction (i, about up (®) have; wanted has been called iffwhether she knew how to swim; that she had learned it during that summer vacation. Sample Papersa) Error Correction a such a (@) Rekha: How did India perform in the match yesterday (@) (i) should have finished (k) @) if he wasn’t feeling oO Error Correction 4. (A) Pragya Public School GT Karnal Road Nangal, Punjab 1 August 20XX ‘The Director Mount Travels and ‘Tourism Nangal, Punjab Dear Sir Subject: Inferior quality of food and accommodation With great enthusiasm we had booked our trip and were looking forward to it with great anticipation but unfortunately we feel let down. [am constrained to express my disappointment, displeasure and resentment at inferior arrangements made during our tour to Nainital during our summer vacations, Our tour was for two Weeks and the arrangements made by your agency was below standard. Consequently, on our return from our trip most of the students fell ill and they were unable to attend classes. During our negotiation for tour, the following promises were made : (@) Stay in good hotels () Delicious food at good restaurants (c) WiFi, car parking (@) Exciting complimentary events However since the above promises remained mere promises. We stayed in a lodge and were forced to eat local foods. Consequently, most of the students fell ill. We feel cheated by your agency, You are requested that you should not dupe local people as it tarnishes your image. Looking forward to hearing from you and offering a solution to our grievance, Yours faithfully Sujata (SUIATA) PE teacher (B) B-36, Mayur Vihar Phase 2, Delhi 2 August 20XX The Editor ‘The Sunday Times 15 Akbar Road Dear Sir/Ma’am Subject: Stopping Child Labour Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I want to raise my voice against the exploitation of minors by the so called elite class. This is a very grave issue of very serious concerns and needs your attention, “gether wite® EAD English Language & Literature—105. (A) (By 6. (A) (By It has been commonly seen that the elite class very young boys and girls as full time domestic helps in order to save money. These children are given very less salary. These children work hard the whole day whereas the children of the rich employer enjoys all the fuxuries of life and study in very good schools. These children are however bereft of education. They are subjected to very long working hours, paid very less and unfed. It is really painful to see that at this tender age these children are compelled to work under such unfavorable circumstances. Most of the time, parents of these children are responsible for their plight. Just to add to the income of the family, they drop their children from school and engage them in doing such jobs. Our government should take some concrete steps to improve the condition of these underprivileged children. I would like you to give my letter an appropriate space in your esteemed newspaper so that the concerned authorities wake up to their responsibilities. Yours faithfully Stolbangs (SHUBHANGI) Medical Tourism in India India is emerging as one of the most credible destinations worldwide for curative treatment. With the given scale of healthcare infrastructure and projected growth, India can further strengthen its standing among the currently popular medical value tourism destinations such as Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Mexico. Over 5,00,000 foreign patients seek treatment in India each year. SAARC countries such as Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Maldives are the major sources of medical value travel, followed by African countries such as Nigeria, South Africa and Kenya. Proximity, cultural connect and connectivity are the key reasons for the inflow of patients to India from these regions. Quick processing of medical visas and separate immigration counters at all major airports are the right steps in this direction. Not only does the country earn foreign exchange (27,500 bn in 2017) but also international goodwill. Or Sales of Gold in Delhi During Pandemic The Table depicts the estimated sales of gold in Delhi for a period of 8 months in 2020 during the corona pandemic in rupees. In January 2020, the sales stood at 200 million rupees. It steadily increased through the next month and peaked to 350 million rupees in the second month of the year. However, the gold sales started to plummet over the next three months and hit 60 million in the month of June, Unexpectedly, the sales increase in August coming to the same level as in March. Overall, the estimated gold sales fluctuated in 2020 during the pandemic. The sales were the highest in the month of February and lowest in the months of June. (b) Prince was sad as he looked at the miseries and sufferings of people. Once he was out for hunting and glanced upon a sick man, an aged man, a funeral procession and a monk begging for alms, These sights made him sad, (€) disturbed (a) He lived a privileged life and never witnessed these. or (a) Tricki lay motionless and made no attempt to mix with the other dogs. They found him uninterested. (6) ey (©) @ 3and4 (2) @ motionless, (i) uninteresting Sample Papers {11}7. (A) (B) () ©) @ @ () ©) 10. (A) (a) the word Amanda has been repeated . (6) () emphasis () FALSE (d@) The poet focuses on the struggle that Amanda is facing, The poet strongly believes that children should never be deprived of their freedom. Or (@) @ 3and4 (b) The poet conveys the upliftment of his mood. Little things in life can help make our day better. (©) Change of mood. (@) Laments The young seagull’s mother kept playing with a piece of fish before him. Then she suddenly stopped before him thus motivating him to take a jump forward. Thus she taught him to fly. It is said that the people of Coorg are of Greek or Arabic descent. A part of Alexander's amy is said to have settled there. The theory of Arab origin draws support from the long black coat worn by the Kodavus. ‘The point of controversy between Natalya and Lomov is about the ownership of the Oxen Meadows. Lomov argues that his aunt's grandmother had given the free use of the Meadows to the peasants of Natalya’s father’s grandfather for forty years. ‘The poet suggests that if a large and tawny beast comes towards us, then it is an Asian lion, We can identify it when it roars at us while, we are dying with fear. When while roaming, we come across a wild beast that is yellow in colour with black stripes, it is Bengal tiger. We can identify it when it eats us. Rapunzel is a beautiful princess living in a tranquil tower. She has beautiful long hair. She lets her bright hair down. A prince climbs on the tower through her hair. She wants to be Rapunzel because she wants to be left all alone like Rapunzel. No doubt, Hari Singh is both a thief and a good human being. Life situations compel a person fo become either a beast or a good human being. Fven goodness and nobility of a person changes the other person's heart and mind just like Anil’s goodness rubbed off on Hari Singh. Bholis father caught her by her hand to take her to school. She was scared as she did not know what the school was like. She remembered how her old cow Lakshmi had been turned out of the house and sold. Therefore she was frightened and reluctant to go to school. When Richard Ebright was in the seventh grade, he participated in a county science fair. There he showed slides of frog tissues. But he lost. However he learnt from his failures that henceforth he would have to do real experiments. Student 1:Why do parents keep on harping on following their orders. Student 2:Didn't you read about baby seagull who followed his parents’ advice. Student 1:In that case didn’t you read about Amanda how frustrated she wast Student 2:Esceptions do not make a rule. Parents always think the best for us and know what is right. Student 1: I kind off agree with you, but they may not be right every time. Student 2: (Sighs) May be you are right. You will agree for one thing that their intentions are always good. They never will think bad of us and will always find ways and means to ensure our safety and success. (2} “gether wite® EAD English Language & Literature—10B) A. (A) (B) Or Bakers from Goa and Tea planters from Assam they both are proud of what they do. If you speak with them you will realise that they are very upbeat about it. They are those fortunate people who have their hobbies as their profession and vice versa. The result is so clear, They both excel in their particular professions are known world over for their finesse and quality of work. Goa is known for its baking skills and tea from Assam his famed world wide. India is one of the prime exporters of premium quality tea leaves. Hats off to both of them they have taken their fields to great heights. They have become synonym to their profession ato such an extet that these states are identified by these professions. The above stated maxim is the universal truth. The real way to happiness is to live within our means and keep aspirations within limits . Matilde example is glaring evidence to it. Due to her unrealistic aspirations, she lost even whatever she had. She had to lead a life of abject poverty and later on she realised that all her struggles were a waste, The necklace for which she had to suffer for 10 years was a paste. She did not have the courage to ask Madame Forestier and she had to suffer terribly for her vanity. Her devoting husband also had to suffer to her high ambitions. Not only did they lose all their savings but their future was also affected. She lost all her beauty that she was proud of and was with no moncy as well. Or Lomov and Natalia are typical who wish to marry just for the sake of it, They filled with anger for each other argue over petty things. They are the couple that decides to get married and still are fighting over their pets. Harmony is necessary to maintain a good relationship, it is important to have control over our outbursts. Having arguments over silly or small issues is extremely harmful and detrimental for any relationship. Lomov is getting the beyond the decent age of marriage and does not have a good match in sight. Same is the case with Natalia, still they argue and fight over nothing and spoil the prospects of a harmonious relationship. Any relationship needs to be built for life and should be handled with trust and care. Sample Papers {1 }