ASHA PUBLIC SCHOOL

HALF YEARLY EXAMINATION

Class 11 – Biology (044)
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
Name- __________________________ Roll no___________

General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) The question paper has five sections and 33 questions. All questions are compulsory.
(iii) Section–A has 16 questions of 1 mark each; Section–B has 5 questions of 2 marks each; Section– C has 7
questions of 3 marks each; Section– D has 2 case-based questions of 4 marks; and Section–E has 3 questions of 5
marks each.
(iv) There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been provided in some questions. A student has to
attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
(v) Wherever necessary, neat and properly labeled diagrams should be drawn.

SECTION- A
Q. No. Questions Marks
1. Which of the following statements are incorrect? 1
i. The inner pleural membrane is in close contact with the thoracic lining whereas
the outer pleural membrane is in contact with the lung surface.
ii. In the alveoli, where there is high pO2, low pCO2, lesser H+ concentration and
lower temperature, the factors are all unfavourable for the formation of
oxyhaemoglobin.
iii. Cells utilise oxygen for metabolism and produce energy along with substances
like carbon dioxide which is harmful.
iv. Receptors associated with aortic arch and carotid artery also can recognise
changes in O2 and H+ concentration and send necessary signals to the rhythm
centre for remedial actions.
The options are:
a) Only iii
b) i, iii and iv
c) i, ii and iv
d) i and iv
2. The difference of bones of ribs and phalanges of one hand is 1
a) 14
b) 24
c) 10
d) 2
3. The volume of air involved in breathing movements can be estimated by using 1
a) Sphygmomanometer
b) Spirometer
c) Heart Rate Monitor
d) Thermometer
4. What is a tonoplast? 1
a) Outer membrane of mitochondria
b) Inner membrane of chloroplast
c) Membrane boundary of the vacuole of plant cells
d) Cell membrane of a plant cell
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 5. A common characteristic feature of plant sieve tube cells and most of mammalian 1
erythrocytes is
a) Absence of mitochondria
b) Presence of cell wall
c) Presence of haemoglobin
d) Absence of nucleus
6. The correct sequence for the brain from inside to outside is 1
a) Brain Box Duramater Arachnoid Piamater
b) Brain Box Duramater Piamater Arachnoid
c) Brain Box Arachnoid Piamater Duramater
d) Piamater Arachnoid Duramater Brain Box
7. Cells which are not dividing are likely to be at 1
a) G1 phase
b) G2 phase
c) Go phase
d) S phase
8. Which of the events listed below is not observed during mitosis? 1
a) Chromatin condensation
b) Movement of centrioles to opposite poles
c) Appearance of chromosomes with two chromatids joined together at the
centromere.
d) Crossing over
9. Identify from the given diagram, the part which plays a role in maintaining high osmolarity 1
of medullary interstitial fluid:
a) (i)
b) (ii)
c) (iii)
d) (iv)

10. Find the correct descending order of percentage proportion of leucocytes in human blood 1
a) Neutrophils → Basophils → Lymphocytes → Eosinophils → Monocytes
b) Monocytes → Neutrophils → Lymphocytes → Eosinophils → Basophils
c) Neutrophils → Lymphocytes → Monocytes → Eosinophils → Basophils
d) Lymphocytes → Eosinophils → Basophils → Neutrophils → Monocytes
11. Each haemoglobin molecule can carry a maximum of- 1
a) Four oxygen molecules.
b) Three oxygen molecules
c) Two oxygen molecules
d) Six oxygen molecules
12. Knee joint and elbow joint are examples of: 1
a) Saddle joint
b) Ball and socket joint
c) Pivot joint
d) Hinge joint
Question No. 13 to 16 consist of two statements – Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer these questions
selecting the appropriate option given below:
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true but R is false.
d) A is false but R is true.
13. Assertion (A): In amphibians, blood circulation is mixed type. 1
Reason (R): Amphibians have two atria and one ventricle.
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14. Assertion (A): There is hepatic portal system in humans. 1
Reason (R): It is venous connection between liver and intestine in human.
15. Assertion (A): Transmission of nerve impulse across a synapse is accomplished by 1
neurotransmitters.
Reason (R): Transmission across a synapse usually requires neurotransmitters because
there is a small space, i.e., synaptic cleft, that separates one neuron from
another.
16. Assertion (A): About 70% of CO2 that enters RBCs changes into HCO3- for transport in plasma 1
to the lungs where it reconverts into CO2 for elimination.
Reason (R): About 40% of CO2 that enters RBCs changes into carbaminohaemoglobin
which
releases O2 in the lungs.
SECTION- B
17. What is ‘omnis cellula-e cellula’? Who explain this? 2
OR
Cell is the basic unit of life. Discuss in brief.
18. Fill in the blanks appropriately Organ Excretory wastes 2
a) Kidneys ______________________
b) Lungs ______________________
c) Liver ______________________
d) Skin ______________________
19. Explain the following volumes/capacities with its amount. (Any two) 2
a) Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)
b) Residual Volume (RV)
c) Total Lung Capacity (In this capacity volume is not necessary, you can give formula
and definition)
20. Name the part of brain responsible for the following functions. (You cannot write in terms 2
of forebrain/ midbrain/ hindbrain)
a) Balancing of body
b) Body temperature
c) Hunger and thirst
d) Intelligence
21. Our forearm is made of three different bones. Comment. 2
SECTION- C
22. Draw the simple structure of a neuron and label its important portions. 3
23. Write the exact location of the following: (Do any three) 3
a) Sternum
b) Kidney (with respect to vertebrae)
c) Adrenal gland
d) AV Node
e) Epiglottis
24. Describe the structure of cell envelope of prokaryotic cell. 3
25. Explain ‘Sliding Filament Theory’ in detail with the help of flowchart. 3
26. a) The following events occur during the various phases of the cell cycle. Name the phase 2
against each of the events.
i. Disintegration of nuclear membrane _________________________
ii. Appearance of nucleolus _________________________
iii. Division of centromere _________________________
iv. Replication of DNA _________________________
b) State the marking point of metaphase stage during mitosis. 1
27. Describe the process of urine formation in the nephron through filtration, reabsorption and 3
secretion.
OR
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 Give a brief account of the counter current mechanism.
28. In the following figure ECG of a normal person is shown: 3
a) What do P wave and QRS complex wave represent?
b) Mention any one medical application of this technique

SECTION- D
Question No. 29 and 30 are case-based questions. Each question has 3 subparts with internal choice in one
subpart.
29. An overview of a Nucleus-
The nucleus as a first cell organelle was first
described in 1831. In next development, its
material was stained by dyes was given the
name chromatin by Flemming. The nuclear
envelope is made up of two parallel
membranes and consisting space between 10
to 50 nm. In some mature cells lack the
nucleus. The nucleolus is important structure
present inside the nucleus, it is not membrane
bound structure and it performs various
important functions.
a) Who discovered the nucleus? 1
b) Name the dyes used to stain material present in the nucleus. 1
c) i. Name the space present between parallel membranes of nuclear envelope. In
which white blood cell of human beings, the nucleus is multi lobed? 1+1
OR
2
ii. What is the function of nucleolus and nuclear pore?
30. Case Study: Sam's Rapid Heartbeat Background:
Sam, a 17-year-old student, reports experiencing a rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath
after climbing several flights of stairs. His symptoms subside after resting for a few minutes.
Sam is otherwise healthy and not on any medication.
Observations:
Heart Rate: 120 beats per minute (bpm) immediately after exertion, normalizing to 80 bpm
after rest.
Blood Pressure: 110/70 mmHg
Respiratory Rate: Increased during exertion, returning to normal after resting.
a) Name the hormone which play role in increase rate of heart beat. 1
b) When Sam’s heart beat is 160 beats per minute and the amount of blood passed
during ventricular contraction via aorta is 80 mL, then his cardiac output is ………….. 1
c) i. Explain the physiological mechanisms behind Sam's rapid heartbeat during
physical exercise. 2
OR
ii. Discuss how the body’s circulatory and respiratory systems work together to
regulate Sam’s heart rate and breathing during and after exertion. 2

SECTION- E
31. What is a centromere? How does the position of centromere form the basis of classification 5
of chromosomes? Support your answer with a diagram showing the position of centromere
on different types of chromosomes.
OR
a) Mention three types of plastids with their functions. 3
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 b) Give two types of ribosomes with their subunits. Which type occurs in chloroplast? 2
32. Explain the following disorders/diseases. (Do any five) 5
a) Hypertension
b) Emphysema
c) Cardiac arrest
d) Renal calculi
e) Arthritis
f) Asthma
g) Osteoporosis
33. a) Aquatic animals generally are ammonotelic in nature whereas terrestrial forms are not. 2
Comment for this adaptation
b) Name the type of joint between the following:- 3
i. atlas/axis
ii. carpal/metacarpal of thumb
iii. between cranial bones
OR
a) With respect to the rib cage, explain the following: 3
i. Bicephalic ribs
ii. True ribs
iii. Floating ribs
b) What is the role played by Renin-Angiotensin in the regulation of kidney function? 2

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