Self Assessment Paper-2 English Language and Literature ss- X, Session: 2023-24 SOLVED ‘The Question Paper contains THREE sections-READING, GRAMMAR & WRITING and | LITERATURE. Attempt questic ‘based on specific instructions for each part. Section-A : Reading Skills 20 Marks Reading Comprehension through Unseen passages 1. Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow : 4, Technology is making advancements at a rapid rate but at the cost ofa valued tradition—the crafts industry, The traditional crafts industry is losing alot of its trained and skilled craftsmen, With that, the art of embellishing brass and copper utensils with fine engravings i also disappearing. The government has identified around 35 crafts as languishing craft. 2. The speciality of handcrafted items is its design, an association with long traditions belonging to a specific The word ‘handcrafted’ does not imply the Invelvement of dexerses human ngers ran agile nd 4 moving spist anymore, Lessing drudgery, increasing production and promoting efficiency have taken e precedence. The labour-saving devices are taking the place of handcrafted tools and this has jeopardised the skills of these artisans, : if coe 43. Mechanisation has made its way into everything ~ cutting, polishing, edging, designing, etc. Ideally, the use of machinery should be negligible andthe handicrafts should be made purely by hand with¢ distinguishable artistic er, with the exception of small-scale industries, the export units are mostly operated by machines. heavily computerised designs contribute to a faster production at lower costs. _ 4. Although, mechanisation of crafts poses a challenge to safeguarding traditional crafts, the artisans are lured with _ incentives inorder to impart handicrafts training Some makers do see machines as time-saving blessing since they are now able to accomplish difficult and demanding tasks with relative ease. These machines might give a f better fneste to these products but they don’t stand out as handerafted. Quantity has overtaken quality in this lustry. 5. A need to \t the importance of the handmade aspect is required by both the government and i sectors, in. to amplify awareness and also suj ste aby eapenn Aart ‘Almvemstiomna tes ol : Ee tiny thaicamantimivatencdurnsed hestcaintiltontolllinkeren na ee > made goods, A multitude of artisans have changed their professions and are: encouraging thek propeny to follow suit. There are others who have stayed their ground but are clearly inclined towards buying machines 6. Nearly two decades ago, there were around 65 lakh artisans in the country. Three years ago, when the started the solani aurkuecumbertotharaebanedon he ada E25lakhs were identified, Low of traditional erafts is clearly @ issue, but it stands to reason that forcing any artisan to follow old __ ways when concerns of livelihood other considerations, is unfair On the inderstanding of the above passage, answer the questions that follow: Wa asec ewaiter mean by calling handicrafts a valued tradition ? a . ' er eee ears ea 2 oe, ‘mean? (2) tan a) is taal pitching Be (6 Sucecding (D). None of the above ‘are artisans choosing to work via machines rather than handcrafted tools? @ Because saves labour Because the artisans are lazy. Because it increases production and efficiency Both (A) and (C) are correct. ete the sentence appropriately: a) ‘The artisans ‘ured with incentives’ to impart training beca yest Paso comment in soot 0 word TS tee ‘rafts on of the ‘What is meant by languishing: @Une, Clanex Sevaal CRED Oe: Papera, RNaLeHt LANGUAGE & MIT BRAT waa \mple Question Papers, vqact of abandoning hiner traditional erat for in's act of ab fitable, (vi) What argument does the writer give to justify the art Iucrative option ? (A) That the artisans cannot be expected to continue (8) That continuation is very difficult. (C) That the loss is perturbing, (D) All the above are correct. (vil) Complete the sentence appropriately: NA ee The equate provided na oe Justify the abandoning of their craft is tha (vill) The 5 of rejuvenate’ is 2 Aue (A) Vigour GB ao > pad) Revie (D) Art - Read the following passage carefully: ‘The UN’s2017 International Year tll that sustainable tourism isan important tool or develoF ATA Te in ae and Pe ‘Today i ala - chee nea tl re 7 id’ Tourlan ‘Organisation, 57% of recognised as the benchmark for all tourism business, : defined as tetatonal ous avs wl bein emerging economies, by 280 The various “Tourism Terms re eine their profession if 118 not prot 1001 for development, most importantly hate wironment, socially and Responsible travel to né ws that conserves the environment, ‘economically sustains the well-being of local people, and creates knowledge and ‘understanding through interpretation and education of all involved (inclucling, | staff, travellers and community residents). | Ethical Tourism ‘Tourism in a destination where ethical issues are the key driver, e.g, social | injustice, human rights, animal welfare, or the environment. Geotourism Tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place ~ its | environment, heritage, aesthetics, culture, and well-being of its residents, Pro-Poor Tourism | -_Tourism that results in increased net benefit for the poor people in a destination. Responsible Tourism ‘Tourism that maximises the benefits to local communities, minimises negative social or environmental impacts, and helps local people conserve fragile cultures and habitats or species. | Sustainable Tourism ‘Tourism that leads to the management of all resources in such a way that economic, social and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, | essential ecological processes, biological diversity andl life-support systems, Iicnin hae Based on data collected by a survey by Travel Bureau, the following market profile of an eco-tourist was constructed: ‘Age: 35 ~ 54 years old, although age varied with activity and other factors such as cost, Gender: 50% female and 50% male, although clear differences based on activity were found, Education: 82% were college graduates, a shift in interest in eco-tourism from th education to those with less education was also found, indicating an expansion into molnstear vearkense oO Household composition: No major differences were found between general tourists and experienced evo-toursts** Pecan a aan eco e ent = ecotours = urs had ben nat ast ne ecu” oe py cannes ‘duration: The largest group of experienced eco-tourists- (50%) trips lasting 8-14 days, Expenditre! Bxpeinced seo tuts were wing to ppend more an general vourte ta ese group Q6%), Important elements of trip: Experienced eco-touriss top three responses were (a) wiklerness sting, (0) wildlife viewing, (c) Mettains fo bing net trip: Experienced ecostourists top two responses were (a) enjoy scenery/nature, On the basis of your understanding of the above answer the questions that follow; (inten fas the benchmark’, what does the word benchmark: reer to? a (i aS eRe ae The Vi estes rveriztion ofthe UN, lan cbveretiog,eharet Give your response (tii) The element that is important to ecotourists on a trip is iv) Choose the that lists the correct answers for the i ‘Asha Mathew, an NRI, loves animals and a ‘ S ” wh wishes to travel to places that safeguard their rights and inculcate an environmental scientist and has alwe chosen to Sramplbe of Seyebione relalonship between nan and nature Wht Rind oe eases kee ees ON aSiA) (1) isan eco-tourist and (2) isa geo tourist if) (isan ethical tourist and (2) isa geo tourist (1) isa sustainable tourist and (2) isa pro-poor tourist (0) () sa geo tourist and (2) isa responsible tourist ointhe market profile of an eco-tourist, the information on gender indicates that: a (A) female eco-tourists were more than the male eco-tourists, {B) the activity preferences were varied in females and males. Hp are en ggcoeia bb {vi) Based on your understanding of the passage, what are the inherent qualities of geo tourism. (2) aie re ere ea ia on gcd Profile of the eco-tourist reveal? il sf 2 Accord we survey condu the Travel Bureat rcentage of ex ort wi E ws nee jo the survey conducted by the Travel Burea, the total percentage of experienced eco-tourts who t: (B) 75%. (©) 15%. (D) 13%. Section-B : Writing Skills & Grammar 20 Marks Grammadf’ [1 x 10 = 10] 3. Complete ANY TEN of twelve ofthe following tasks a directed in the blank by using the correct form of the word for the given portion of a letter: Subject Poor Condition of Heritage Sites eiiabanapaianginasiseas Last Sunday I (go) to visit the Taj Mahal along with my parents. I was quite excited but all the excitement was only short-lived as the place was not as beautiful a it should have been. The Taj, no doubt, isan epitome of beauty. But the place outside was tered with plastic plats, broken bottles, letiover food, (i) Identify the error in the given sentence, from a new: and supply the correction. Gold prices are now touched an all-time high. Some say it could be a bubble that may grown but will at last burst after the recession in the West is over. Use the given format for your response. ese | a pore er (iil) Raziya shared some information with Shahid about a tree plantation drive. Report Shahid's question. Bid you participate in the tre planation dive? fw) tthe conversation between a policeman and a driver. Complete the sentence by reporting the driver's reply correctly. Policeman: Why did you park your car here? Don’t you see a ‘no parking area’? Driver: Sorry Sir! The engine broke down. The policeman asked the driver why he had parked the car there and if he didn't see it was a ‘no parking area). The driver felt sorry and explained .. {A) that the engine broke down. {(B) that the engine breaks down. (C) that the engine had broken down. (D) that the engine has broken down, (¥) Select the correct option to fill in the blank for the given sentence: uy, exe ere you? You ben the cla at the right time. (shall/ will should) (vi) Identify the errorin the given sentence, from an art magazine report and supply the ee ara epee a ee al ’intings. oe the given format for your response. (ii) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the following sentence: More of the fun and excitement in our lives comes from using our imagination. codooe > (A) ‘Most (8) a © of Ceo Ww‘Oswaal CBSE Sample Question Papers, ENGLIS! (vill) Fill inthe blank with the correct option: Since he woke up he (A) has been study (©) had studied o ing the reply c Teacher Would you ke part in a debate ier: Would you like total ‘Student: Yes, When is the competition? ‘The teacher asked whether the student would like students affirmed ... Class-X LANGUAGE & LITERATURE, Read the conversation between a teacher and a studs . ‘competition? (B) has been studying {D) isstudying, ent. ly. to participate in a debate competition to which the by filling in the blank with the correct option: ed. (x) Complete the given narrative, Each of the Boy8 won... reward er pee (shave been w (D) were rect option. Cx Goapee the tine rom a poem witen by Syvia Py iling the blank with the correct op ‘am silver and exact Whote alae mediately atever Ise | immediately Just as iti, unmisted by Tove or dislike 3 wage ete (C) swallows swallows (xt) I ‘the error in the given sentence, from a newspaper report and supply the correction. a Neten cece nae anne ore ene ee hin uuncaring about the fact that they will block the flow of drain water, | Use the given format for your response. | [Pina Pay ae | | | Writing [10 marks} 4. (A) Technology today is an effective and convenient means of! learning. 5 TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION wie’ ie deren i ins CONS: '~ Improves engagement and retention. Distracting _~ Promotes interactive collaborative learning Reduces problem solving skills _~ Prepares students for the future ~ Reduces direct peer interaction | |~ Reduces costs ~ Expensive to maintain |- Promotes technological skills ~ Information may not be authentic | _~ Provides current information ‘You are Meera/Vaibhav and would like ‘to: Write a letter to the Editor of a newspape: 4. (8) Youare Aruna/ArjunC.C.A.inch: x large of St. Josep! by the National Tourist Coporpora ‘Write a letter to enquire about the + Duration of tour * Sight seeing itinerary * Cost of package discount * Mode of ‘transport * Destinations being offered 5. (A). Global weather has been i ‘undergoing a drastic change and melt downs. Use the given pie-chart ta pee a a Soames 'STesponsible for creating arctic 100-120 words, lysing the reason for climate change in aboutSumple Question PAPE La oR « (8) Write an analytical paragraph based on the d i louble bar graph showing the percentage growth in different sectorsina developing country from the year 2012022, Section-C ; Literature Textbook and ntary Reading Text 40 Marks So Pe ions for ANY ONE othe wo given 5 then affixed to the envelope ie mailbox the postmaster went to it. It said: ly seventy pesos reached me, Send me the rest, since I need it very much, But don't send it to me through the nal ofcause the post office employees are a bunch of crooks, — ith ‘bunch (bunch of crooks’ Pick the option that DOES NOT collate with und a‘Oswaal CBSE Sample Question Papers, (0) Option v) (©) Option (i) fp @ (4) Who have been denoted as a bunch of crooks in these lines? Why? with a blow of his fist.” ay (i) Pick the option that lists the option corresponding to—with a Dk “ate. (iil) (A) Option () (8). Option , (©) Option (ii) (D) Option (iv) : (i) Tue generosity means accepting ingratitude.” by Coco Channe can bea suitable quote for this extract, yes or no. a) OR (B) The Two Boys started in surprise at the fresh muddy imprints of a pair of bare feet, What was a Barefooted Man doing on the Steps of a House in the middle of London? And where was the Man? ‘As they gazed, a remarkable sight met their eyes. A fresh foot mark appeared from nowhere! Further footprints followed, one after another, descending the Steps and progressing down the Street. The Boys followed, fascinated, until the muddy impressions became fainter and fainter, and at last disappeared altogether. (i) Griffin became a homeless wanderer because he: a (A) was an eccentric scientist (B)_was very greedy. (C) had to go without clothes. (D) had set fire to his landlord’s house. (ii) Why were the Boys surprised to see a Barefooted Man in London? @ (iii) The Boys felt that the footprints were: a (A) Seen due to some Magic trick. (B) A figment of imagination. (©) Of a man who was Invisible. (D) Those of a Mysterious Man. (iv) A synonym for the word ‘gazed’ can be i a Read the following extract and answer the questions/complete the sentences that follow : (A) The way a crow Shook down on me ‘The dust of snow From a hemlock tree Has given my heart ‘Achange of mood And saved some part Of a day I had rued. () Has given my heart Achange of mood ® What is the poet’s mood now? symbol of (A) Appreciative of nature (B) Thoughtful (Q) Happy: (D) Cool (ay this peatany symbols the hemlock tree represents, choose the one that Frost drew upon in all likelihood, for symbol of a (A) longevity. {B) togetherness, (healing, (0) protection, Au ‘Where was the crow t What di it do? ie 'v) Synecdoche is a poetic device that uses a part to whole. . Tha great at of whee! 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What do these tell you about the relationship between Amanda and her mother? (0) How is the Coorgi tradition of courage and bravery recognised in modern India? (®) How did the seagull’s parents try to make him fly? 6. Answer ANY TWO of the following three questions in about 40-50 words each. 2x3=6 (A) Bholi is a child different from others. This difference makes her an object of neglect and laughter. Elaborate. (8) Why was Mr. Herriot tempted to keep Tricki as a permanent guest? (©) What did Griffin finally do when people held him responsible forall the strange occurrences? 10 Answer ANY ONE of the two questions that follow in 100-20 words. A ct (A). The young seagull’s parents wanted him to fly, like his brothers and sister. How could the young sea : newiy flying ‘Siblings (Brother "| Brother 2and Sister) have motivated him? 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