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Expected ISC English Language Paper 1 (2025)

ISC English Language Paper 1 (2025)

Instructions

Maximum Marks: 80

Time Allowed: 3 hours

Instructions:

- You must not start writing during the reading time.

- Begin each answer on a fresh page.

- Write in neat handwriting.

- Suggested time allocation:

- Question 1: 45 minutes

- Question 2: 55 minutes

- Question 3: 30 minutes

- Question 4: 50 minutes

Question 1: Composition (20 Marks)

Write a composition of 400 ? 450 words on any one of the following topics:

1. A strange encounter you had during a journey.

2. A memorable day when you helped a friend in need.

3. Should schools make sports compulsory for all students? Argue either for or against.

4. Hope (Write a reflective essay).


Expected ISC English Language Paper 1 (2025)

5. Books shape the mind. Present your reflections on this statement.

6. Write an original short story ending with: "And that?s how I knew it was just the beginning of

something incredible."

Question 2: Functional Writing

1. Speech Writing (15 Marks)

Deliver a speech on the topic: "The Importance of Kindness in Our Daily Lives."

Include greeting, definition, examples, and a call to action.

2. Proposal Writing (10 Marks)

You are a member of the Social Service Club. Write a proposal for organizing a cleanliness drive.

Question 3: Grammar and Vocabulary

1. Rewrite the following sentences:

- The rain was so heavy that the match had to be cancelled. (Use: 'too...to')

- In spite of being tired, he attended the meeting. (Begin: 'Although...')

- She said, 'I will finish my work tomorrow.' (Reported speech)

- He is not only intelligent but also hardworking. (Begin: 'Besides...')

- No sooner did the train arrive than it started raining. (Use: 'Hardly...when')

2. Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions:

- She is good ____ mathematics.

- The teacher was angry ____ his behavior.


Expected ISC English Language Paper 1 (2025)

- He depends ____ his parents for support.

- They arrived ____ the airport on time.

- She congratulated him ____ his success.

3. Correct the following sentences:

- He is addicted with video games.

- The team discussed about the new strategy.

- She congratulated me for my performance.

- We should take care for the environment.

- They insisted to go to the park.

Question 4: Comprehension (20 Marks)

Read the following passage and answer the questions below:

1. Vocabulary Replacement:

- A continuous noise

- A feeling of deep sadness

- A sudden unexpected event

2. Answer briefly:

- What was the significance of the protagonist?s decision?

- Describe the challenges faced by the main character.

- How did the setting contribute to the mood of the story?


Expected ISC English Language Paper 1 (2025)

3. Summary Writing:

Summarize Paragraphs 5 to 7 of the passage in about 100 words.

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