KVS (DR)/2024SH

MARKING SCHEME
ENGLISH CORE (Code: 301)
CLASS-XII-(2024-25) PRE-BOARD II
General Instructions: -
1. The Marking Scheme carries only suggested value points for the answers. These are in
the nature of Guidelines only and do not constitute the complete answer. The students can
have their own expression and if the expression is correct, then due marks should be
awarded accordingly.
2. If a student has attempted an extra question, answer of the question deserving more
marks should be retained and the other answer scored out with a note “Extra Question”.
3. If more than one option is mentioned in the answer of multiple-choice questions, then no
marks to be awarded.

SECTION A: READING (The objective of the reading section is to focus 22

on testing a candidate’s ability to comprehend. No mark(s) should be marks
deducted for mistakes in usage and grammar, spelling or word-limit.
Full marks may be awarded if a student has been able to identify the
core ideas.)
1 12
I To support linguistic diversity 1
II D. Linguistic diversity 1
III A. Prose-like structure 1
IV Poetic language is figurative and symbolic, while prose language is 2
natural and grammatical.
V YES 1
VI B. 42 1
VII ANTITHESIS 1
VIIII YES/NO BOTH CAN BE AACCEPTED WITH SUPPORTING 2
EVIDENCES(TWO)
IX EVOKE 1
X To protect and preserve endangered languages. 1

2 10
I Women's economic empowerment can lead to income equality by 1
increasing their participation in the workforce and closing the gender
pay gap
II D. All of the above 1
III C. Sub-Saharan Africa 1
IV Women's economic empowerment/2030 1
V Women's economic empowerment can lead to increased agency and 2
decision-making power by giving them greater control over their
finances, time, and resources
VI B.342.4 Million 1
VII 26.5 % 1
VIII Women face challenges in accessing social protection due to gender 2
inequalities in employment and job quality. This results in gaps in
coverage for women compared to men, particularly for benefits like
pensions, unemployment benefits, and maternity protection

SECTION B CREATIVE WRITING SKILL 18MARKS

3 A.NOTICE Format – 1 Content -2 Accuracy of spelling and grammar - 4
1
FORMAT - Name of issuing authority- organization/ agency,
NOTICE, heading,
date of issue, signature / name, designation (bottom left)
CONTENT:PROGRAMME
Date, time, Venue, any other relevant information
B. NOTICE Format – 1 Content -2 Accuracy of spelling and grammar
-1
FORMAT - Name of issuing authority- organization/ agency,
NOTICE, heading,
date of issue, signature / name, designation (bottom left)
CONTENT:PROGRAMME
Date, time, Venue, any other relevant information
4 INVITATION CARD Format – 1, Content -2, Accuracy of spelling and 4
grammar -1
Suggested value points
(Card type formal / third person/ center aligned) card form
- name of the chief guest
- invitees
(inputs given in the question to be included)
(any other relevant point)

B- (Letter type- formal, third/first person )

Format – 1, Content -2, Accuracy of spelling and grammar -1
Suggested value points
- letter of acceptance
- acknowledge the invitation
- express thanks
(inputs given in the question to be included)
(any other relevant point)
5 A-Job Application 5
Format -1 Content -2 Organization -1 Accuracy of spelling and
grammar -1

Covering Letter :
- reference to the advertisement
- suitability for the post
- offer candidature
Bio-Data / Resume / CV:
- personal profile
- qualifications
- experience
- skills
- references
NOTE:
• No marks to be deducted if the Resume/CV/Bio-data is included in
the covering letter
(inputs given in the question to be included)
B-Letter to the Editor
Format -1 Content -2 Organization -1 Accuracy of spelling and
grammar -1
Value points of letter to the Editor
-experiencing back and neck pains due to long hours of continuous
study without taking physical breaks
-often neglect their health, skipping meals, drinking insufficient
water, and avoiding movement, leading to physical strain.
- incorporate yoga and light exercises during study breaks to
improve posture.
6 A.ARTICLE 5
Format -1 Content -2 Organization -1 Accuracy of spelling and
grammar -1
-India is poised to have the largest working-age population by 2030,
presenting both an opportunity and a challenge.
-The key to turning this demographic advantage into economic
growth lies in improving the employability of student.

-The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 recognizes this gap and
advocates for integrating vocational education into mainstream
curricula.
-Vocational training, alongside traditional education, equips
students with technical know-how, making them job-ready.

B.REPORT WRITING
Format -1 Content -2 Organization -1 Accuracy of spelling and
grammar -1
 -Three-Day Workshop on Creative Writing and Public Speaking
By abc

-A three-day workshop on creative writing and public speaking was

held at Agra Public School from October 10th to 12th, aimed at
enhancing students' creativity and communication skills.
-The highlight of the workshop was the presence of renowned
writer and speaker, Tishani Doshi, who shared her insights and
guided students to tap into their creative potential.
-Students participated in various activities,.
-The workshop was an enriching experience for all, as it not only
honed writing and speaking abilities but also fostered creativity and
self-assurance. The students expressed their gratitude for the
valuable lessons learned.

LITERATURE 40
7 6
A
I Gaining victory with no survivors
II c. A moment of unity and peaceful reflection
III …a potential for change and renewal / a moment of pause and
reflection / an act of cleansing of their actions /embracing a peaceful
existence/ the possibility of transformation.
IV CONDEMNS
V b. Both the assertion and the reason are true, but the reason is not the
correct explanation of the assertion.
VI To keep Quiet for some time and reflect.
B
I b-She was nervous
II Aunt Jennifer is terrified of her domineering husband
III Metaphor /Hyperbole
IV Cool
V c-She wants to earn handsome income
VI False

8 4
A
I Following a set of pattern before eating
II b-cut the long heavy hair
III Short hair was worn by the mourners and shingled hair by cowards
IV Judewin was submissive, she accepted the defeat, while Zitkala
decided to rebel.
B
I The writer wanted to be sure that he has come into another world,
that he was on the third level
II c-The World
III Glanced
IV Charley wanted to go to Galesburg to spend some quality and
peaceful time with his wife/to escape this world

9 6
A
I Geoff was the elder brother of Sophie, she shared a close bond with
him.
II Someone from England lamented the fact that Daney Casey was from
Ireland and not from England.
III c-Similar feelings of devotion for football
IV Happy/Excited or any other suitable word
V No
VI d-being an avid fan and her sense of closeness with Danny Casey
B
I After accepting the fur coat he threw it over his rags and followed the
young lady out to the carriage without paying any attention to the
blacksmiths.
II B-AN OPINION
III The peddler repented over his act of stealing Crofter’s money.
IV While the peddler was riding up to the Manor’s house he had evil
forebodings.
V C-he will never get out of the trap
VI Edla Willmansson/ The ironmaster

10 Short questions Flamingo 5X2=10

Content: 1, Spelling and Grammar: ½ , Coherence: ½
I In "The Interview," Umberto Eco introduces the concept of interstices
as the small, often unnoticed gaps in time that people experience in
their daily lives, empty spaces.
II They feel guilty for neglecting their language and not learning it when
they had the chance.
III While the instructor has completed his formal training, Douglas was
not 100% sure that he had overcome his fear of water.
IV "Conflict of duties" reflects Gandhi's internal struggle. on one hand he
did not want set a bad example as law breaker and on the other, he
had to fight for the justice of the peasants of Champaran.
V John Keats offers a response to the woes and worries of life by
seeking solace in the world of art, beauty, and imagination.
VI The poet hides her emotions to protect her mother from worry and
sadness. It is a compassionate act, as she doesn’t want to burden her
mother with her own fear of losing her. (Or any other response)

11 Short questions Vistas 2X2=4

Content:1, Spelling and Grammar: ½ , Coherence: ½
I After killing seventy tigers, he realized that he still needed to meet his
goal of killing one hundred tigers to prevent the prophecy of his death
by a tiger from coming true. However, he had exhausted the tiger
population in his kingdom.

To continue his mission, he chose to marry a princess from a royal

family whose state had a large number of tigers.
II She was overwhelmed by the vast, pristine landscape, the immense
silence, and the realization of Earth's fragility, which deepens her
understanding of humanity's impact on the planet
III Annan, Bama's elder brother, explains the importance of education to
her by emphasizing that education is the only way for people from
marginalized communities, like theirs, to overcome social injustice
and oppression. He tells Bama that instead of feeling angry or
frustrated about the discrimination they face, she should focus on her
studies

12 CONTENT – 3 FLUENCY – 1 5
SPELLING – ½ GRAMMAR- ½
A Date/Day
 Dear Dairy
I'm convinced that Subbu is the root cause of all my problems here at
Gemini Studios. He is a man of many talents—an actor, writer, and
director—always pleasing the bosses with his quick wit and charm.
Everyone loves him, and it feels like he is the reason behind my
constant neglect and obscurity.

Despite not being deeply intellectual, Subbu's ability to come up with

solutions makes him indispensable. I work hard, but my efforts are
always ignored because Subbu takes center stage. His success only
highlights my lack of recognition, and I can't help but feel that if he
weren't around, I might have had a chance to be noticed.
I am not getting noticed just because of Subbu. (any other points)
B Child Labour: A Challenge for the Nation

Child labour remains one of the most pressing challenges India faces,
deeply intertwined with poverty and illiteracy. Despite government
measures such as the Right to Education Act and various welfare
schemes, millions of children are still forced into work rather than
attending school. This tragic reality is vividly portrayed in Anees
Jung's "Lost Spring," where Saheb and Mukesh serve as poignant
examples of children trapped in the cycle of child labour.

Saheb, a rag picker, dreams of a better life but is bound by his family's
poverty, with his daily routine focused on survival. Mukesh, a child
labourer in the glass-blowing industry, aspires to become a mechanic,
but his aspirations seem distant given the harsh realities of his life.
Both children symbolize the systemic issues of exploitation and lost
childhoods.

Addressing child labour requires collective efforts from the

government, civil society, and individuals. Poverty alleviation,
education, and awareness are critical in breaking this cycle. Only
when all sections of society come together can we hope to ensure that
every child’s spring is not lost to labour but filled with learning and
opportunities.

13 CONTENT – 3 FLUENCY – 1 5
SPELLING – ½ GRAMMAR- ½
A As a responsible citizen, I would promote understanding and
compassion for individuals with disabilities, avoiding excessive pity.
Establishing support groups where they can connect and find mutual
encouragement would help combat isolation. I would advocate for
accessible infrastructure, ensuring public spaces and transport
accommodate everyone. Encouraging inclusive community activities
 would create spaces where people with disabilities feel welcome and
valued. Additionally, I would push for inclusive education and
employment opportunities, ensuring that schools and workplaces
provide necessary accommodations for them to succeed. These steps
can foster a more inclusive, empathetic society where no one feels
alienated due to their impairments.
B Dr. Sadao and the Tiger King differ significantly in their characters
and actions. Dr. Sadao is a staunch patriot who puts his duty before
personal gain. He is a humanitarian, willing to risk his own safety to
save the life of an enemy soldier, showing compassion and a sense of
responsibility. His actions are guided by ethics and generosity,
prioritizing the well-being of others.

In contrast, the Tiger King is self-centered and driven by personal

ambition. He is corrupt and neglects his duties as a ruler, focusing
solely on his obsession with power and his own safety. Unlike Dr.
Sadao, who takes risks for the greater good, the Tiger King acts out of
greed, putting himself above all.