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Compulsory English Final Question 2079
NEB - GRADE XII 2079 (2022)
Compulsory English New course
Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable. The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
Time: 3 hrs.
Full Marks: 75
Attempt all the questions
1. Read the following text and complete the tasks that follow.
Call it a blessing or a curse of Mother Nature, we have to breathe in over 10,000 litres of air in a day (more than four million litres in a year) to remain alive. By making it essential for life, God has wished that we try to keep the air we breathe clean. Everyone can see the food that is not clean and perhaps refrain from eating it, but one cannot stop breathing even if one can feel the air to be polluted.
Several harmful and noxious substances can contaminate the air we breathe. Generally, much is said and written about outdoor air pollution, most of which is due to vehicular and industrial exhausts.
Given the fact that most of us spend over 90% of our time indoors, it is most important to recognise that the air we breathe in at home or in offices can be polluted. It can be a cause of ill-health. Air pollutants that are generally present in very low concentrations can assume significance in closed ill-ventilated places.
The indoor air pollution can lead to allergic reactions and cause irritation to the skin, the eyes and the nose. But as is logical to assume, the brunt of insult by pollutants is borne by the lungs. It can lead to the development of fresh breathing problems, especially in those who have allergic tendencies, or it can worsen the existing respiratory illnesses like asthma and bronchitis. There can be several sources of indoor air pollution. Tobacco smoke is one of the most important air pollutants in closed places. "Passive smoking" or environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) pollution can lead to all the harmful effects of tobacco smoking seen in the smokers in their non-smoking companions. ETS as a health hazard has been unequivocally proven and is also getting social recognition now. One can occasionally see signs displaying the all-important message: "Your smoking is injurious to my health" in offices and homes. The children of smoking parents are among the worst affected persons.
The exposure of young children to ETS leads to increased respiratory problems and hospital admissions as compared to non-exposed children. Several studies, including those done at the PGI, have shown an increased risk of lung cancer among women exposed to passive smoking. ETS also worsens the existing lung diseases like asthma and bronchitis. It may be responsible for the development of asthma in children.
The next most important source of indoor air pollution is the allergens. House dust mites (HDM) are very small insects not visible to the naked eye and are the commonest source of allergy in the house. They are ubiquitous and thrive in a warm and moist atmosphere. They breed very fast and very difficult to eradicate. Modern houses present ample breeding spaces for them in the form of carpets, curtains, mattresses, pillows, etc.
Exposure to HDM can be prevented by the frequent washing of linen and by encasing the mattresses and pillows in a non-permeable cover. Pets form an important part of life for some of us. But they can add plenty of allergens to our indoor atmosphere. Cats are notorious for doing this.
A. Fill in the gaps with suitable information from the text above. 5x1=5
a. If a person knows that the food is not edible, s/he will ............... eating it.
refrain from
b. Indoor pollution may cause fresh breathing problems as well as it can ............. the existing ones.
worsen
c. According to the text, .......... is the major contributor of in-house air pollution.
tobacco smoke
d. ETS stands for ....................
Environmental Tobacco Smoke
e. House dust mites are not ............ to the naked eyes.
visible
B. Rewrite the given sentences substituting the words in the bold face with that of the bold faced words from the text. 5x1=5
a. Computers have become an indispensable part of human life.
: Computers have become an essential part of human life.
b. The Prime Minister called his colleagues to talk about the price hike.
: The Prime Minister called his companions to talk about the price hike.
c. The markets are unambiguously showing the bad signs of state economy.
: The markets are unequivocally showing the bad signs of state economy.
d. The government has planned to abolish poverty by 2025.
: The government has planned to eradicate poverty by 2025.
e. Those bars stopped many animals from entering the garden.
: Those bars prevented many animals from entering the garden.
C. Answer these questions. 5x1=5
a. How much air is needed for a person to breathe annually ?
Answer:
More than four million litres of air is needed for a person to breathe annually.
b. What, according to the text, are the major pollutants of outdoor air ?
Answer:
According to the text, vehicular and industrial exhausts are the major pollutants of outdoor air.
c. Do you think it is always safe for breathing inside your house ? Why ?
Answer:
I don't think it is always safe for breathing inside our house because air pollutants that are generally present in very low concentrations can assume significance in closed ill-ventilated places.
d. Are modern houses safe from house dust mites ? Why ?
Answer:
No, modern houses aren't safe from house mites because they are very small insects not visible to the naked eye and are the commonest source of allergy in the house.
e. Do you think keeping dogs and cats inside your house is safe ? Why ? Why not ?
Answer:
I don't think keeping dogs and cats inside our house is safe because these pets can add plenty of allergens to our indoor atmosphere. Cats are notorious for doing this.
2. Write short answers to the following questions. 5x2=10
a) Why did the young man begin to weep at the end of the story ? (Neighbours)
Answer:
The young man began to weep at the end of the story because he found unexpected support from his neighbours, especially during his child's birth. He realised the value of human relationships.
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b) How did Evan and Hooker know about the treasure ? (The Treasure in the Forest)
Answer:
Evans and Hooker knew about the treasure by listening to the secret talks of the three Chinese men in the forest. The three Chinese men were sitting in front of a fire just behind some bushes and talking quietly about the treasure in an English accent. Both Evans and Hooker moved towards them stealthily and heard their plan related to the hidden Spanish treasure.
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c) Who are the people 'who travel the meridian line ? (The Awakening Age)
Answer:
The people 'who travel the meridian line' are those fragmented Nigerian people who have been divided into two sects, the south and the north, due to the devastating civil war. These people suffered a lot in the war due to hunger, poverty, unemployment, and other aspects of their lives.
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d) What are the universal human abilities according to Harari ? (Humility)
Answer:
Morality, art, spirituality, and creativity are universal human abilities according to Harari.
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e) Why did Monsieur Durand sell his life insurance ? (Facing Death)
Answer:
Monsieur sold his life insurance because he wanted to pay off the debtor's loan. His economic status wasn't so good, whereas the debtor was quite angry with him for not paying the dues.
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3. Write long answers to the following questions. 2x5=10
a) Discuss the six dimensions of normative marriage in America. (Marriage as a Social Institution)
Answer:
Marriage is present everywhere, but the concept of marriage differs from place to place. Every society has its own norms and values regarding marriage. Whatever the case, it gives two adults of different genders the legal right to live as life partners, fulfilling each other's wishes. Every marriage everywhere follows norms and patterns; the same is the case in the USA. The patterned marriage known as normative marriage follows six dimensions in America. They are:
1. Marriage is a free personal choice based on love.
2. Maturity is a presumed requirement for marriage.
3. Marriage is a heterosexual relationship.
4. The husband is the head and principal earner in a marriage.
5. Sexual fidelity (faithfulness) and monogamy are expectations for marriage.
6. Marriage typically involves children.
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b) Is 'The Bull' a satire against the feudal system of the Rana period ? How ? Justify your answer.
Answer:
Yes, the play 'The Bull' is a satire against the feudal system of the Rana period. This play has presented the feudal system and its bad deeds against ordinary people. Here, we find suppression, domination, and dehumanisation of the feudal system. The cowherds have been presented with so much panic that they live by the mercy and grace of their lord. These people have fearful lives where the lord's animal is given more facility, respect, and care than them. Both of them hide the fact of the dead bull and pretend in front of the king to save their lives. The play makes satire of the feudal system by presenting dehumanisation and suppression of the feudal lord against their workers.
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4. Write a news story with the help of the given clues :– 7
Nepal beat Oman by 39 runs-Kathmandu, February 10 - First match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier - Held in Al Amarat Cricket Ground- Oman won the toss and choose to bowl - Total 117 runs' score to chase for Oman- Kushal Bhurtel of Nepal scored a half century off 42 balls-Oman all out only at 78 runs in the 17th over.
Answer:
Nepal Beat Oman by 39 Runs
Kathmandu Post
2022-02-11
The match between Nepal and Oman was quite interesting last day at Al Amarat Cricket Ground, Oman. The very first match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier between Nepal and Oman was full of entertainment. Oman won the toss and elected to bowl at first. Nepali players put a total score of 117 runs on the board to chase for Oman. Nepali player Kushal Bhurtel performed so well with his bat and scored a half-century off 42 balls. Oman players kept hitting the wrong shots most of the time. They got all out at 78 runs in the 17th over. The hooting of Nepali supporters also played a very important role in this win. They kept on supporting the Nepali team most of the time on the ground. Their hooting encouraged the Nepali players a lot.
5. Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper complaining about the massive deforestation in your locality. 8
Answer:
Respected Sir,
I'm a student in grade 12. I live in Rampur, VDC-5. It lies in the Sindhupalchok district. Today, I have put forward this piece of writing to you, especially to make a complaint against the people who are on the wrong track of destroying forests in my locality. Their illegal activities have increased the destruction of trees. Trees are the real source of our lives. But the selfish people of my locality keep on chopping the trees down most of the time. Due to their bad deeds of destruction, the entire village is looking greener and more ugly. This problem should be addressed immediately; otherwise, it will surely invite a dark future for all. The trees are being massively chopped down. These people are doing their illegal task fearlessly. I would like to make my humble request to you to publish my article in your daily newspaper to alert all these people who are busy doing all these illegal activities. I hope for your kind response.
6. Garbage management in many big cities in Nepal has been a serious issue. Write an essay in about 300 words on 'Garbage Management in Nepal'. 10
Answer:
Garbage Management in Nepal
Garbage management is a big problem in most big cities in Nepal. This has been a serious issue. Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, has been plagued by garbage for the past 20 years. In the present time, most cities in Nepal are also suffering from this problem.
In most cities in Nepal, garbage management is considered one of the major problems. At present, most cities and towns in Nepal are badly polluted. Talking about our capital city, Kathmandu, it is on the list of polluted cities all over the world. This capital city has been suffering from garbage management for the last two decades. The other cities in Nepal are also experiencing the same pollution. Most Nepalese people in the city areas are facing this problem of pollution every single day. Due to this increase in pollution, people are suffering from different kinds of air-borne diseases. In the present, people are seen leaving the attractions of city areas due to pollution problems. The foreign tourists also seem disappointed to find the worse conditions in our cities. The odour of garbage is everywhere in the city areas. Garbage and its management have become the number one problem for the government too. Pollution has affected most of the places in Nepal.
In this essay, I would like to suggest some ways of solving garbage management for all our Nepali people. Following are some ways:
1. The government, as well as concerned authorities, have to think seriously about this management system.
2. People should be much more responsible and avoid throwing garbage randomly.
4. We should try to recover and recycle inorganic garbage according to its nature.
5. Household waste should be properly managed. Organic waste from the house should be properly used to make compost manure.
6. Plastic bags should be banned. Cotton bags should be used instead of them.
Both the government and the people must take this issue seriously. Therefore, I would like to request that you publish this letter in your newspaper and put pressure on the concerned authorities to take immediate action to solve this problem as soon as possible.
7. Do as instructed in the brackets and rewrite the following sentences.10x1=10
a) Drive ....... or else you might have an accident. (Complete the sentence with a suitable adverb.)
carefully
b) Neither the tracksuit nor the pajamas ......... (fit) me. (Put the correct form of the verb given in the bracket.)
fit
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c) She is suspected ........ (at/of/in/to) stealing money. (Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.)
of
d) These tasks are very important. You ...... (will/can/can't/must) finish them by tomorrow. (Choose the correct modal verb.)
must
e) He ...... good breakfast before he set out. (Write the suitable form of the verb 'have' in the blank.)
had
f) My father is fond of ................. (garden/gardening/ to garden). He keeps himself busy caring the flowers in the garden. (Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.)
gardening
g) She worked hard. She didn't pass her exam. (Join these sentences with 'although'.
: Although she worked hard, she didn't pass her exam.
h) He is the consultant................(whose/who/which) advice I rely on. (Choose the correct relative pronoun.)
whose
i) Did they confess the crime ? (Change into passive voice.)
: Was the crime confessed by them?
j) Please, help the poor. (Report the sentence; beginning with: He requested.....)
: He requested to help the poor.
8. Choose and copy the correct alternatives 5x1=5
a) Which of the following words has the same initial sound as in the word 'cosmopolitan' ?
(i) chimney (ii) caretaker (iii) citrus (iv) cinematography
(iv) cinematography
b) The guest have brought a beautiful present for my sister. The word 'present' in the sentence is:
(i) noun (ii) verb (iii) adverb (iv) adjective
(i) noun
c) Which of the following words comes between 'rectify' and 'redial' in the dictionary entry ?
i) rectangle (ii) reconsider (iii) referee
(iv) redeem
(iv) redeem
d) Which of the following suffixes goes with the word 'colloquial' to produce a new word ?
i) -hood (ii) -ic (iii) -y (iv) -ion
(iii) -y
e) It's lovely watching my children ................
i) grew up (ii) grow up (iii) grows up (iv) grown up
(ii) grow up
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