Maharashtra Board Class 10 English Solutions: Unit 2.3 Connecting the Dots

Connecting the Dots Poem 10th Std Question Answer

Connecting the Dots - 10th Std Question & Answer Guide

Maharashtra Board Class 10 English: Unit 2.3 Warming Up

Question 1.

(A) Connect the dots to get what means a lot to you. (This question originally referred to a visual dot puzzle.)

The word is ……………………………… .

The word is SUN.

(B) With your benchmark, use the letters given above to make a word register of ‘computers’. Set a time-limit of 5 minutes and compare your list with that of other classmates.

AI, adobe, android, arithmetic, binary, browser, byte, bit, download, document, data, database, disk, format, http, hardware, homepage, java, keyboard, key, Microsoft, malware, memory, network, netscape, program, reboot, spam, spreadsheet, software, virus, web, windows, update, zip.

Question 2.

You are quite familiar with computers, especially the personal computer. Form pairs and make a list of famous computer manufacturing companies. One is given to you.

(a) Apple

(b) ……………………….

(c) ……………………….

(d) ……………………….

(e) ……………………….

(f) ……………………….

(a) Apple

(b) Samsung

(c) IBM

(d) Lenovo

(e) Foxconn

(f) HP Inc.

Question 3.

Complete the web by filling the various benefits of computers.

Benefits of Computers
Communication
Information Access
Productivity & Efficiency
Education & Learning
Entertainment
Data Storage & Management
Automation
Problem Solving
Creativity & Design

Question 4.

(A) Expand the following into their full forms.

(a) that’s

(b) didn’t

(c) here’s

(d) can’t

(e) I’ve

(a) that’s – that is

(b) didn’t – did not

(c) here’s – here is

(d) can’t – cannot

(e) I’ve – I have

(B) Write the shortened forms of the following.

(a) You have ……………………….

(b) I would ……………………….

(c) It is ……………………….

(d) You are ……………………….

(e) He will ……………………….

(f) I had ……………………….

(g) will not ……………………….

(h) shall not ……………………….

(i) are not ……………………….

(j) need not ……………………….

(k) must not ……………………….

(l) ought not ……………………….

(a) you have – you’ve

(b) I would – I’d

(c) it is – it’s

(d) you are – you’re

(e) he will – he’ll

(f) I had – I'd

(g) will not – won’t

(h) shall not – shan’t

(i) are not – aren’t

(j) need not – needn’t

(k) must not – mustn’t

(l) ought not – oughtn’t

Connecting the Dots: Class 10 English Workshop Questions

Question 1.

(A) Rearrange the incidents in the life of Steve Jobs in chronological order.

The correct chronological order is:

  1. (g) Jobs dropped out of Reed College.
  2. (c) Jobs learned about serif and sans serif type faces.
  3. (a) Steve Jobs started Next.
  4. (e) Jobs married Laurene.
  5. (d) Jobs returned to Apple Inc.
  6. (f) Jobs was diagnosed with cancer.
  7. (b) Jobs underwent a surgery.

(B) Read the third story again. Complete the flow-chart given below.

Diagnosed with a rare form of pancreatic cancer.
Doctor's initial advice: "Get your affairs in order" (expecting only 3-6 months to live).
Biopsy revealed it was a very rare form of pancreatic cancer, curable with surgery.
Jobs had the surgery.
Jobs was cured.

Question 2.

Read the lesson. Refer to a dictionary and match the words in column ‘A’ with their meanings in column ‘B’.

No ‘A’ ‘B’
(a) diagnosis (iii) act of identifying the nature of a problem or illness.
(b) devastating (v) causing great destruction
(c) intuition (iv) power of understanding situations or people’s feelings before hand.
(d) calligraphy (vi) beautiful handwriting done with a special pen or brush.
(e) destiny (i) the power believed to control events
(f) catalogue (ii) complete list of items especially in a special order and description.

Question 3.

Go through all the three stories. Identify some qualities of Steve Jobs and complete the web chart.

Qualities of Steve Jobs
Visionary
Resilient / Persevering
Passionate
Curious / Eager to Learn
Intuitive
Innovative / Creative
Determined / Focused
Courageous
Reflective

Question 4.

Complete the following table. ‘The Three Stories in the Life of Steve Jobs’

About Setbacks Reactions Achievements and benefits
First story College days (dropping out, calligraphy) Dropped out, no dorm, limited food money. Slept on friends' floors, returned Coke bottles for food, attended classes that interested him (like calligraphy). Learnt calligraphy; this knowledge was crucial 10 years later for designing beautiful typography for the first Macintosh computer.
Second story Love and Loss (Apple, Next, Pixar) Fired from Apple, the company he co-founded. Initially devastated, then felt the lightness of being a beginner again. Started Next and Pixar. Entered a highly creative period. Next's technology was key to Apple's renaissance. Pixar became a successful animation studio. Returned to Apple.
Third story Death (cancer diagnosis) Diagnosed with a rare, aggressive pancreatic cancer. Faced death, underwent surgery after biopsy showed it was curable. Gained profound perspective on life: value time, follow your heart and intuition, don't live someone else's life, "Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish."

Question 5. Say HOW?

→ the calligraphy classes helped Steve Jobs after 10 years.

10 years later when Steve Jobs was designing the first Macintosh computer, he recalled what he had learned in the calligraphy classes about serif and san serif typefaces, varying space between letter combinations, and what makes great typography. He designed all this into the Macintosh, making it the first computer with beautiful typography.

→ You can connect dots.

We can’t connect dots by looking forward; we can only connect them looking backwards. We have to trust that the dots (our experiences, choices, intuition) will somehow connect in our future, guiding our destiny.

→ Jobs reacted later on, after the shock of being fired from Apple.

After he overcame the shock of being fired from Apple, Jobs felt the lightness of being a beginner again. This freedom allowed him to enter one of the most creative periods of his life. He started two new companies, Next and Pixar.

→ Jobs was cured of a rare cancer.

Jobs was diagnosed with a very rare form of pancreatic cancer. Initially, it seemed terminal, but a biopsy revealed it was a type curable by surgery. Jobs had the surgery, and he was cured.

→ Jobs acquired the famous words ‘Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish’

When Jobs was young, he used to read an amazing publication called ‘The Whole Earth Catalogue’. In its final issue, on the back cover, there was a photograph of an early morning country road, and beneath it were the words: ‘Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish’. Steve adopted these words as a guiding philosophy.

Question 6.

Besides those given at the end of the talk by Steve Jobs, pick out other pieces of advice that Jobs gives in his speech.

  • (a) You have to trust in something – your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever.
  • (b) The only way to do great work is to love what you do.
  • (c) If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.
  • (d) Sometimes life hits you in the head with a brick. Don’t lose faith.
  • (e) Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.
  • (f) Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking.
  • (g) Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.
  • (h) Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.

Question 7.

(A) Use the following idioms/phrases in sentences of your own.

(a) drop in

Feel free to drop in for a cup of coffee anytime you're in the neighborhood.

(b) drop out

He decided to drop out of college to pursue his passion for music.

(c) stumble on

While cleaning the attic, I happened to stumble on my grandfather's old journals.

(d) look backwards

It's important to learn from the past, but don't spend too much time looking backwards.

(e) look forward

I always look forward to our annual family vacation.

(f) let (someone) down

I promised to help, and I don't want to let him down.

(g) sign off

The radio host will sign off after this last song.

(h) begin anew

After the setback, she was determined to begin anew and build something even better.

(B) Fill in the gaps in choosing the appropriate idioms.

(Idioms: drown out, hits in the head with a brick, get one’s affairs in order, connect the dots, begin to dawn, stay hungry)

(a) The wealthy landlord made a will before he could die. (to _______)

(a) The wealthy landlord made a will before he could die (to get his affairs in order).

(b) Those who aspire for success should always _______ to learn more.

(b) Those who aspire for success should always stay hungry to learn more.

(c) If you _______ you will realise that crime ultimately leads to poverty.

(c) If you connect the dots, you will realise that crime ultimately leads to poverty.

(d) The siren of the ambulance _______ all other traffic noise.

(d) The siren of the ambulance drowned out all other traffic noise.

(e) When the father learned about his son’s misdeeds, it _______.

(e) When the father learned about his son’s misdeeds, it hit him in the head with a brick.

(f) On reading exactly same essays in both answer sheets, it _______ the examiner, that the students had cheated during exams.

(f) On reading exactly same essays in both answer sheets, it began to dawn on the examiner, that the students had cheated during exams.

Question 8.

(A) Name the Tense of the Verbs underlined to include Time (Past/Present/Future) and Aspect (Simple/Continuous/Perfect/Perfect Continuous)

(1) I slept on the floor

(1) Time – Past; Aspect – Simple (Simple Past Tense)

(2) We were designing the first Macintosh computer

(2) Time – Past; Aspect – Continuous (Past Continuous Tense)

(3) It had made all the difference

(3) Time – Past; Aspect – Perfect (Past Perfect Tense)

(4) I am fine, now

(4) Time – Present; Aspect – Simple (Simple Present Tense)

(5) I have been facing death

(5) Time – Present; Aspect – Perfect Continuous (Present Perfect Continuous Tense)

(6) I shall be telling you three stories

(6) Time – Future; Aspect – Continuous (Future Continuous Tense)

(B) Change the Tense as instructed.

(1) I got fired. (Future Perfect)

(1) I will have got fired. / I will have been fired.

(2) Life hits you in the head. (Present Perfect Continuous)

(2) Life has been hitting you in the head.

(3) The dots will somehow connect. (Past Perfect)

(3) The dots had somehow connected.

(4) I started a company. (Present Continuous)

(4) I am starting a company.

(5) My doctor advised me. (Past Perfect Continuous)

(5) My doctor had been advising me.

Question 9.

Read the News item and write an application for a suitable job in the same company. Attach a seperate CV/Resume.

News Item:

May 19, 2016
Apple Opens Development Office in Hyderabad

(A) The new office in Hyderabad will focus on development of maps, Apple products, like iPhone, iPad, Mac. etc. This will create upto 4000 jobs

Application Letter:

Ratan Shah 11 Salsa Apts. Hafeezpet Hyderabad Telangana – 500 049. 27th May, 2024 The HR Manager Apple Development Office 18-23, Rd Number 2 Financial District Nanakramguda Hyderabad Telangana – 500 032. Subject: Application for the post of Systems Analyst Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing in response to the news item I read regarding the opening of Apple's Development Office in Hyderabad (originally reported in May 2016, and assuming ongoing recruitment needs). I am very interested in applying for the post of Systems Analyst, or a similar relevant position, within your esteemed organization. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS) and have accrued 6 months of valuable experience as a Systems Analyst at Computronics Ltd. During my tenure there, I was actively involved in analyzing, designing, and implementing Information Systems, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in the field. I am eager to leverage my skills and further my professional growth by contributing to a pioneering company like Apple. I am confident that my analytical abilities, technical proficiency, and dedication make me a suitable candidate for this role. I am keen to discuss how my qualifications align with your requirements. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity of an interview. Yours truly, Ratan Shah

Resume:

Name: Ratan Shah

Age: 24 years

Educational Qualification:

  • B.Com (1st class)
  • B.Computer Science (CIS)

Experience: 6 months experience in Computronics Ltd. as Systems Analyst

Marital Status: Single

Special Interests: Chess, Football, Cycling, Emerging Technologies

Contact information:

Address: 11 Salsa Apts., Hafeezpet, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500 049.

Mobile no.: 097XXXXXXXX

Email: ratan.shah.example@email.com

Attachments: CV (detailed), photocopies of Academic and Professional Certificates.

(B) Imagine you are already working as an Engineer in Apple Development Office, Hyderabad. Write an application for 2 weeks leave to the HR Manager as you have to undergo an urgent surgery.

Ms. Sara Kanchwala Engineer ID: [Your Employee ID] 11 Salsa Apts. Hafeezpet Hyderabad Telangana 500 049. September 3, 2024 The HR Manager, Apple Development Office 18-23, Rd. Number 2 Financial District Nanakramguda Hyderabad Telangana – 500 032. Subject: Application for Medical Leave - Urgent Surgery (September 4th to September 17th) Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to request a medical leave of absence for two weeks, from September 4th, 2024, to September 17th, 2024, inclusive. Unfortunately, I had a bad fall a couple of days ago which resulted in a torn ligament in my knee. The pain is intense, and upon consultation, my doctor has advised that immediate surgery is necessary to repair the ligament. The doctor has also recommended a fortnight’s complete bed rest post-operation for proper recovery. I have already discussed my urgent leave with my team lead, [Team Lead's Name if applicable], and will ensure all my urgent tasks are handed over or documented before my leave commences. I will be reachable via email for critical issues, health permitting. I have attached a copy of my doctor's recommendation for your reference. I would be grateful if you could approve my leave request. Thank you for your understanding and support. Yours truly, Sara Kanchwala Engineer

Question 10.

Prepare a speech on the title “The Will to Win” to be delivered before the class during a competition.

Hints – Title, Introduction, Objective and Illustrations, Specific examples, Purpose of the title, Sources/Resources for implementation, Usefulness/Benefits, Conclusion.

The Will to Win

Respected teachers and dear friends, Good morning to one and all. Today, I stand before you to speak on a quality that resides within each of us, a spark that can ignite empires of success or lie dormant, waiting – I speak of "The Will to Win." What is this "will to win"? Is it merely a desire? No, it's far more profound. It's an unwavering determination, a burning inner drive that fuels our actions, pushes us beyond our perceived limits, and refuses to accept defeat. Think of the timeless fable of the tortoise and the hare. The hare, gifted with speed, was complacent. The tortoise, seemingly disadvantaged, possessed an indomitable will. It knew its objective – to reach the finish line – and step by painstaking step, it achieved what seemed impossible. That, my friends, is the will to win in its purest form. I recall a personal instance. In my 8th standard, I was terrified of public speaking. The mere thought of facing an audience would make my palms sweat and my voice quiver. When an inter-school debate competition was announced, my English teacher, perhaps seeing a flicker I didn't, encouraged me to participate. The objective was clear: overcome this fear and present my views. My illustration? Days of practicing in front of the mirror, nights spent researching, and the constant battle against self-doubt. The specific example? My first mock debate in class was a disaster. I fumbled, I forgot my points. But the will to not let fear win, the purpose of proving to myself that I could do it, kept me going. I didn't win that inter-school competition, but I conquered my fear. I stood on that stage and spoke. The benefit? A newfound confidence that has served me in countless situations since. The resources for cultivating this will are within us: our mindset, our discipline, our ability to learn from failures. It's about setting clear goals and relentlessly pursuing them. The usefulness of such a will is immeasurable. It transforms challenges into opportunities, setbacks into lessons, and dreams into realities. Whether it's excelling in academics, mastering a sport, or achieving a personal goal, the will to win is the cornerstone of all significant accomplishments. In conclusion, the will to win is not about defeating others; it's about conquering our own limitations, our fears, and our inertia. It’s about being better today than we were yesterday. As the great Steve Jobs, whose stories we've read, demonstrated throughout his life, setbacks are inevitable, but succumbing to them is a choice. So, I urge you all, nurture that will within you. Let it guide you, let it drive you. Because with a true will to win, there is no mountain too high to climb, no dream too big to achieve. Thank you.

Question 11.

Project : Collect more information about Steve Jobs with the help of Internet. Complete it with images into a file.

This is a project-based question requiring students to research Steve Jobs online, gather information and images, and compile them into a file. This involves using search engines, visiting biography websites, news archives, and using software to create a document or presentation. (No direct answer can be provided here as it's a student activity.)

Question 12.

Do you remember doing some activities in your childhood that you didn’t like it. Form pairs and make a list of all those activities. Do you think, any one of these activities have helped you in solving your problems? Share your experience with the class.

Example activities mentioned: chopping vegetables, cleaning the home, hanging out clothes, looking after little brother, helping dad repair bicycle.

List of disliked childhood activities (example):

  • Waking up early for school.
  • Doing homework, especially math.
  • Tidying my room.
  • Going to the market for groceries when I wanted to play.
  • Practicing the piano.

Experience Shared (example):

One activity I didn't particularly enjoy was helping my dad repair our bicycles. It often meant greasy hands and confusing parts. However, this seemingly tedious task proved incredibly helpful later. Once, while cycling home from school, the chain of my bicycle slipped off, and I almost fell. I was quite far from home, and there wasn't a repair shop nearby. Panicked at first, I remembered the times I'd watched and helped my dad. I managed to recall the process of how to get the chain back on the sprocket. My hands got black with grease and dirt, but after a bit of struggle, I fixed it enough to wobble back home. That day, I was immensely grateful for those "boring" repair sessions, as they saved me a long, frustrating walk pushing a broken bicycle.

Question 13. Write True or False for these statements:

(1) Steve Jobs slept in his dorm room. False

(2) Steve took his required courses as a registered student of Reed College. False

(3) During Steve’s College days, one had to pay 5 cents deposit for a Coke bottle. True

(4) Steve had comfortable college experiences. False

Question 14. What basic course in Reed College helped while designing the Mac?

The basic course of calligraphy in Reed College helped while designing the Mac.

Question 15. Arrange the following incidents in Steve Jobs’ life in proper sequence based on this passage:

(a) Jobs stayed as a drop-in for 18 months.

(b) Jobs used to sleep on the floor in his friend’s house.

Based on the typical narrative of his early college days:

  1. (b) Jobs used to sleep on the floor in his friend’s house (this happened after dropping out and not having a dorm).
  2. (a) Jobs stayed as a drop-in for 18 months (attending classes that interested him after officially dropping out).

Question 16. Complete the following:

(1) Steve’s first story is about _______________.

(2) Steve got one good meal every Sunday night at the _______________.

(1) Steve’s first story is about connecting the dots.

(2) Steve got one good meal every Sunday night at the Hare Krishna temple.

Question 17. What did Steve Jobs do for two years after he joined Reed College?

After joining Reed College, Steve Jobs dropped out of the required classes after six months because he didn't see the value in them. For the next 18 months (totaling about two years from when he first joined), he stayed on as a "drop-in," attending only the classes that looked interesting to him, like calligraphy.

Question 18. List the hardships that Steve faced.

  • He didn’t have a dorm room and so had to sleep on the floor in friends’ rooms.
  • He returned Coke bottles for the 5 cent deposits to buy food with.
  • He would walk seven miles across town every Sunday night to get one good meal a week at the Hare Krishna temple.
  • He was a college dropout with no clear path or financial stability initially.

Question 19. Write from the passage a phrase that means ‘Apart from this, I have nothing more to tell.’

That’s it.

Question 20. Choose the correct contextual meaning of the phrase: connecting the dots.

(a) making a pattern with the help of dots

(b) associating one previous idea with other ideas that follow

(c) joining dots in a puzzle to get the correct picture

(d) understanding a procedure

(b) associating one previous idea with other ideas that follow

Question 21. Match the words in column A with their meanings in column B:

AB
(i) intuition(c)power of understanding the feelings of people (or situations beforehand)
(ii) calligraphy(d)beautiful handwriting done with a special pen or brush
(iii) typography(b)the style and appearance of printed matter
(iv) typeface(a)a set of characters like letters, symbols, etc. in one design

Question 22. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. (Rewrite using ‘better than’.)

Few other decisions I ever made were better than it. / It was better than most other decisions I ever made.

Question 23. Personal Response: What impression of Steve Jobs do you get from this passage?

From this passage, Steve Jobs appears to be an unconventional, intuitive, and resilient individual. He valued learning what genuinely interested him over following a prescribed path, even if it meant facing hardships. He had a strong sense of curiosity and trusted his instincts (like attending the calligraphy class). The passage also shows his ability to find value in diverse experiences and later connect them in innovative ways. He wasn't afraid to take risks and endure difficulties for something he believed in.

Question 24. Fill in the blanks:

(1) Steve designed the _______________ computer.

(2) _______________ copied the Macintosh computer.

(3) It was impossible to connect the dots looking _______________ when Steve was in college.

(4) You can only connect the dots looking _______________.

(1) Steve designed the Macintosh computer.

(2) Windows copied the Macintosh computer.

(3) It was impossible to connect the dots looking forward when Steve was in college.

(4) You can only connect the dots looking backward.

Question 25. Complete the following:

(1) The Mac computer which he designed would not have had _______________.

(2) Since Windows just copied Mac, it was likely _______________.

(1) The Mac computer which he designed would not have had multiple typefaces or proportionally spaced fonts.

(2) Since Windows just copied Mac, it was likely no personal computer would have had them.

Question 26. Complete the following:

Words connected with typography from the passage are: _______________ and _______________.

Words connected with typography from the passage are: typeface and font. (Also acceptable from the context: calligraphy, serif, sans-serif, proportionally spaced).

Question 27. Match the words /phrases in column A with their meanings in column B:

(A)(B)
(i) gut(d)courage and determination. (also: intuition, inner feeling)
(ii) destiny(c)the power believed to control events.
(iii) Mac(a)Macintosh computer.
(iv) multiple(b)having several parts. (or many, numerous)

Question 28. It was impossible to connect the dots looking forward. (Pick out the verbs and say if they are finite or non-finite.)

was – finite verb

to connect – non-finite verb (infinitive)

looking – non-finite verb (present participle)

Question 29. It was very clear. (Rewrite as an exclamatory sentence.)

How clear it was!

Question 30. Mac would never have had multiple typefaces. (Rewrite as an interrogative sentence.)

Would Mac ever have had multiple typefaces?

Question 31. Personal Response: Write about something which you learned in the past and which has helped you in the present.

When I was younger, my mother insisted I learn touch typing, even though I found it tedious and preferred the "hunt and peck" method. She enrolled me in a short summer class. At the time, I didn’t appreciate it. However, now, as a student who needs to write numerous assignments, research papers, and emails, that skill is invaluable. I can type quickly and accurately without looking at the keyboard, which saves an incredible amount of time and allows me to focus on my thoughts rather than on finding the keys. It’s a skill I use every single day, and I'm very grateful I learned it.

Question 32. Name the following:

(1) The world’s most successful animation studio. Pixar

(2) The company that Steve Jobs took five years to establish. Next

(3) The company that bought Next. Apple

(4) Steve Jobs’ wife. Laurene

Question 33. What setback did Jobs suffer when he was thirty?

When Jobs was thirty, he was fired from Apple, the company he had co-founded. This was a devastating and public setback.

Question 34. Match the words/phrases in column A with their meanings in column B:

AB
(i) renaissance(c)revival
(ii) to start over(d)to begin again
(iii) fired(b)lost one’s job
(iv) devastating(a)causing great destruction (or severe shock/grief)

Question 35. Fill in the blanks choosing the appropriate idioms:

(Idioms: at the heart of, hit him on the head with brick, begin to dawn, lose faith)

(1) Even if you don’t succeed at first, don’t _______ in yourself.

(1) Even if you don’t succeed at first, don’t lose faith in yourself.

(2) It is corruption in high places that lies _______ of the non-development of this locality.

(2) It is corruption in high places that lies at the heart of the non-development of this locality.

Question 36. Personal Response: What does this second story of Jobs convey to you?

The second story of Jobs – about love and loss – conveys the importance of resilience, passion, and not settling. It shows that even a devastating setback like being fired from one's own company can become an opportunity for new beginnings and intense creativity if one doesn't lose faith and continues to pursue what one loves. It teaches that true passion for work can be a powerful motivator to start over and achieve even greater things. It also underscores that one should keep searching for work they truly love.

Question 37. Which quality of Steve Jobs impresses you the most? How would you apply it in your life?

The quality of Steve Jobs that impresses me the most is his incredible resilience and his ability to "not settle." After being fired from Apple, he didn't give up; instead, he started Next and Pixar, which led to some of his most creative work. I would apply this in my life by viewing failures or setbacks not as endpoints but as opportunities to learn, grow, and perhaps even change direction for the better. When faced with a challenge or if something isn't working out, instead of getting disheartened, I would try to find a new approach or keep searching for what truly excites and motivates me, rather than settling for something less fulfilling.

Question 38. Arrange the following incidents in Steve Jobs’ life in proper sequence based on this passage (the third story):

(a) Jobs was advised to get his affairs in order.

(b) Jobs was cured of a rare form of cancer.

  1. (a) Jobs was advised to get his affairs in order (after the initial diagnosis).
  2. (b) Jobs was cured of a rare form of cancer (after surgery).

Question 39. Fill in the blanks:

(1) Steve’s third story is about _______________.

(2) The doctor describes the last stage of cancer as the _______________ stage.

(3) Steve says that you should follow your _______________ and _______________.

(4) We should not waste _______________.

(1) Steve’s third story is about death.

(2) The doctor describes the last stage of cancer (or what they initially thought was his condition) as the ‘prepare to die’ stage.

(3) Steve says that you should follow your heart and intuition.

(4) We should not waste time.

Question 40. What does Jobs warn you about life and dogma?

Jobs warns us not to be trapped by dogma, which he defines as living with the results of other people’s thinking. He advises against letting the noise of others’ opinions drown out our own inner voice, heart, and intuition.

Question 41. How does Jobs close his address to the graduate students?

Steve Jobs closes his address by recalling 'The Whole Earth Catalogue'. On the back cover of its final issue was a photograph of an early morning country road with the words: "Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish." He wishes the same for the graduating students as his farewell message.

Question 42. Write from the passage four medical words / phrases / terms.

pancreatic cancer, diagnosis, biopsy, surgery (also: tumor, cells, microscope, curable)

Question 43. Match the words in column ‘A’ with their meanings in column ‘B’:

AB
(a) diagnosis(2)act of identifying the nature of a problem or illness.
(b) catalogue(4)complete list of items especially in a special order and description.
(c) dogma(1)a set of beliefs held by an organisation which others are expected to accept without argument.
(d) anew(3)in a new or different way.

Question 44. Choose correct question tags for the sentences and rewrite:

(Options: wasn’t it? isn’t it? aren’t I? will you?)

(a) Don’t be trapped by dogma.

(a) Don’t be trapped by dogma, will you?

(b) It was their farewell message.

(b) It was their farewell message, wasn’t it?

(c) Your time is limited.

(c) Your time is limited, isn’t it?

(d) I’m fine now.

(d) I’m fine now, aren’t I?

Question 45. Don’t waste it. (Rewrite without ‘don’t’.)

Avoid wasting it. / You should not waste it. / Refrain from wasting it.

Question 46. Personal Response: “Your time is limited. So don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” What are your views about these statements?

I believe these statements are profoundly true and serve as a powerful reminder. Life is indeed finite, and each moment is precious. Wasting it by trying to meet others' expectations, follow paths not meant for us, or live according to someone else's definition of success is a disservice to our own potential and happiness. It encourages authenticity and introspection – to understand our own passions, values, and goals, and to have the courage to pursue them, even if they differ from societal norms or the desires of those around us. It's a call to live a purpose-driven life that is true to oneself.

Question 47.

(1) Pick out the compound words from the given words: dropping, calligraphy, backwards, graduate, photograph

backwards (back + wards), photograph (photo + graph)

(2) Pick out the gerund and use it in your own sentence: I could begin dropping in on the ones that looked interesting.

Gerund: dropping. Sentence: Dropping by unannounced can sometimes be inconvenient.

(3) Punctuate the sentence: heres one ekample reed college offered perhaps the best calligraphy instruction in the country

Here's one example: Reed College offered perhaps the best calligraphy instruction in the country.

(4) Spot the error and rewrite the correct sentence: At the calligraphy class, I learn about what make great typography great.

Error: 'make' should be 'makes'. Correct: At the calligraphy class, I learned about what makes great typography great.

(5) Identify the type of sentence: Don’t settle.

Imperative sentence (negative).

(6) Find out two hidden words of at least 4 letters each from the word ‘devastating’.

vast, state, sting, tasting, saved, data, tint, stag (and others like: stating, satin,stat)

(7) Form present participles in which the last letter is doubled: drop, quit

dropping, quitting

(8) Arrange these words in alphabetical order: friend, follow, found, freed.

follow, found, freed, friend

Question 48.

(1) Write the homophone for the word ‘story’ and frame a sentence.

Homophone: storey. Sentence: The building has more than one storey.

(2) Rewrite the sentence using the past perfect continuous tense: We were designing the first Macintosh computer.

We had been designing the first Macintosh computer.

(3) Rewrite beginning with underlined part: The heaviness of being successful was replaced by the lightness of being a beginner again.

The lightness of being a beginner again replaced the heaviness of being successful.

(4) Write a word register for the word: ‘doctor’ (4 words).

physician, surgeon, medic, practitioner (also: specialist, healer, consultant)

Question 49.

(1) Use the word,‘trust’ in sentences as a noun as well as a verb.

Noun: Building trust in a relationship takes time.

Verb: I trust you to make the right decision.

(2) Underline the modal auxiliary and state its function: I had to take a calligraphy class.

Modal auxiliary: had to. Function: Expresses necessity or compulsion in the past.

Discuss the nature of solution of the following system of equation. x + 2y – z = 6; –3x – 2y + 5z = –12; x – 2z = 3 - Mathematics

Unveiling the Secrets of a System of Equations

Unveiling the Secrets of a System of Equations: A Step-by-Step Exploration!

Hey everyone! Ever stumbled upon a system of linear equations and wondered about the kind of solution it holds? Does it have one unique answer, no answer at all, or perhaps an infinite number of possibilities? Today, we're diving deep into one such system to uncover its secrets!

Let's consider the following system of equations:

1. x + 2yz = 6                ... (Eq. 1)
2. –3x – 2y + 5z = –12      ... (Eq. 2)
3. x – 2z = 3                           ... (Eq. 3)

Our mission is to determine the "nature" of its solution. Let's get started!

Step 1: Combining Forces (Equations 1 and 2)

Let's try to simplify things by combining the first two equations. We can do this by adding Equation 1 and Equation 2:

  x+ 2yz=6
+–3x– 2y+ 5z=–12
  –2x+ 0y+ 4z=–6

Notice how the +2y and –2y terms cancel each other out – neat, right?

This simplifies to:

–2x + 4z = –6                ... (Eq. 4)

Step 2: The Next Combination (Equations 3 modified and 4)

Now we have a new equation (Eq. 4) that only involves x and z. Let's bring in Equation 3, which also only involves x and z:

Equation 3:      x – 2z = 3
Equation 4: –2x + 4z = –6

To make these easier to combine, let's multiply Equation 3 by 2. This way, the coefficients of x (and z) will be opposites:

2 * (x – 2z) = 2 * (3)
2x – 4z = 6                ... (Eq. 3 modified)

Now, let's add this modified Equation 3 to Equation 4:

  2x– 4z=6
+–2x+ 4z=–6
  0x+ 0z=0

Look what happens!

0 = 0

Step 3: Interpreting the Grand Finale!

When our algebraic manipulations lead us to an identity like "0 = 0", it's a special signal! This tells us that the equations in the system are dependent on each other. Instead of pointing to a single, unique point of intersection (one solution) or being contradictory (no solution), they essentially describe overlapping scenarios.

Conclusion:

The result 0 = 0 indicates that the system of equations is consistent and has an infinite number of solutions. This means there isn't just one set of (x, y, z) values that satisfies all three equations, but countless combinations!

Isn't math fascinating? A few simple steps of algebra can reveal so much about the underlying structure of these equations! Stay tuned for more mathematical adventures!

The ratio of masses of two planets is 2:3 and the ratio of their radii is 4:7 Find the ratio of their accelerations due to gravity. - Science

Cosmic Calculations: How Strong is Gravity on Other Worlds?

We all feel gravity's pull every day, but have you ever wondered how it might differ on other planets? The "weight" we feel is determined by a planet's acceleration due to gravity, a value that depends on both its mass and its size.

A more massive planet will have a stronger gravitational pull, but a larger radius will weaken that pull at the surface. Understanding this balance allows us to compare different worlds, even without visiting them. Let's explore this with a fascinating problem.

The Problem

The ratio of the masses of two planets is 2:3 and the ratio of their radii is 4:7.

Question: Find the ratio of their accelerations due to gravity.

The Science Behind the Solution

The acceleration due to gravity, denoted by '$g$', is calculated using Newton's law of universal gravitation. The formula is:

$$g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$$

Here, '$G$' is the gravitational constant, '$M$' is the mass of the planet, and '$R$' is its radius. Since we are looking for the ratio of the gravities of two planets (let's call them Planet 1 and Planet 2), we can set up the following relation:

$$\frac{g_1}{g_2} = \frac{GM_1/R_1^2}{GM_2/R_2^2}$$

The gravitational constant '$G$' cancels out, simplifying the equation to:

$$\frac{g_1}{g_2} = \frac{M_1}{M_2} \times \left(\frac{R_2}{R_1}\right)^2$$

Solving the Problem Step-by-Step

Let's list what we know from the problem:

  • Ratio of masses ($M_1 : M_2$): 2 : 3, which means $\frac{M_1}{M_2} = \frac{2}{3}$
  • Ratio of radii ($R_1 : R_2$): 4 : 7, which means $\frac{R_1}{R_2} = \frac{4}{7}$

Notice that our formula needs the ratio $\frac{R_2}{R_1}$. We can easily find this by inverting the ratio we have: if $\frac{R_1}{R_2} = \frac{4}{7}$, then $\frac{R_2}{R_1} = \frac{7}{4}$.

Now, we plug these ratios into our simplified formula:

$$\frac{g_1}{g_2} = \frac{2}{3} \times \left(\frac{7}{4}\right)^2$$

First, we square the radii ratio:

$$\frac{g_1}{g_2} = \frac{2}{3} \times \frac{49}{16}$$

Finally, we multiply the fractions:

$$\frac{g_1}{g_2} = \frac{2 \times 49}{3 \times 16} = \frac{98}{48}$$

This fraction can be simplified by dividing the numerator and denominator by 2:

$$\frac{g_1}{g_2} = \frac{49}{24}$$

Answer: The ratio of the accelerations due to gravity ($g_1 : g_2$) is 49:24.

The Takeaway

This result shows how both mass and radius play a crucial role. Even though Planet 2 is more massive (3/2 times the mass of Planet 1), its much larger radius means its surface gravity is actually weaker. It's a perfect example of how cosmic properties are about more than just one factor!

A mechanic unscrew a nut by applying a force of 140 N with a spanner of length 40 cm. What should be the length of the spanner if a force of 40 N is applied to unscrew the same nut? - Science

The Physics of a Spanner: Understanding Torque

Ever wondered why it's easier to loosen a stubborn nut with a longer wrench? The answer isn't magic; it's physics! Specifically, it's a fundamental concept called torque, or the moment of force.

Torque is the measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate around an axis. Think of it as a "turning" or "twisting" force. It’s at play in many of our daily activities, from pushing open a door (you push farthest from the hinges, right?) to pedaling a bicycle.

To see this principle in action, let's break down a classic physics problem.

The Problem

A mechanic unscrews a nut by applying a force of 140 Newtons (N) with a spanner that is 40 centimeters (cm) long.

Question: What should be the length of the spanner if a force of only 40 N is applied to unscrew the exact same nut?

The Science Behind the Solution

To loosen the nut, a specific amount of torque is required. This required torque is a constant. It doesn't change whether you use a short spanner with a lot of force or a long spanner with less force. The turning effect must be the same.

The formula for torque is simple:

$$Torque = Force \times \text{Perpendicular Distance from the pivot}$$

In our case, the "distance" is the length of the spanner. Let's call our first scenario (Case 1) and our second scenario (Case 2). The core principle is:

$$Torque_1 = Torque_2$$

Which means:

$$(Force_1 \times \text{Length}_1) = (Force_2 \times \text{Length}_2)$$

Solving the Problem Step-by-Step

Let's list what we know:

  • Force 1 ($F_1$): 140 N
  • Length 1 ($d_1$): 40 cm
  • Force 2 ($F_2$): 40 N
  • Length 2 ($d_2$): ? (This is what we need to find)

Now, we plug these values into our equation:

$$F_1 \times d_1 = F_2 \times d_2$$

$$140 \text{ N} \times 40 \text{ cm} = 40 \text{ N} \times d_2$$

To solve for $d_2$, we can rearrange the equation:

$$d_2 = \frac{(140 \text{ N} \times 40 \text{ cm})}{40 \text{ N}}$$

As you can see, the "40 N" on the top and bottom of the fraction cancel each other out.

$$d_2 = 140 \text{ cm}$$

Answer: The mechanic would need a spanner that is 140 cm long.

The Takeaway

This problem beautifully illustrates the inverse relationship between force and the length of the lever arm when torque is constant.

  • Less force? You need a longer lever.
  • Shorter lever? You need to apply more force.

So, the next time you're struggling with a tight bolt, remember your physics lesson and grab a longer wrench!

A ball of mass 1 kg moving with a speed of 10 ms-1 rebounds after a perfect elastic collision with the floor. Calculate the change in linear momentum of the ball. - Science

Question

A ball of mass 1 kg moving with a speed of \(10 \, \text{ms}^{-1}\) rebounds after a perfect elastic collision with the floor. Calculate the change in linear momentum of the ball.


Solution

Mass of the ball, \(m = 1 \, \text{kg}\).
Initial velocity of the ball (before collision), \(u = 10 \, \text{ms}^{-1}\). We'll consider the downward direction as positive.

Since the collision is perfectly elastic, the ball rebounds with the same speed but in the opposite direction.
Final velocity of the ball (after collision), \(v = -u = -10 \, \text{ms}^{-1}\).

The formula for change in linear momentum (\(\Delta P\)) is:

\[\Delta P = m(v - u)\]
Substituting the values:
\[\Delta P = 1 \times (-10 - 10)\]
\[\Delta P = 1 \times (-20)\]

The change in linear momentum of the ball is:

\[\Delta P = -20 \, \text{kg} \cdot \text{m/s}\]

(The negative sign indicates the change in momentum is in the upward direction).

Two bodies have a mass ratio of 3:4 The force applied on the bigger mass produces an acceleration of 12 ms-2. What could be the acceleration of the other body, if the same force acts on it. - Science

Question

Two bodies have a mass ratio of 3:4. The force applied on the bigger mass produces an acceleration of 12ms2. What could be the acceleration of the other body, if the same force acts on it?


Solution

Let the two masses be m1 and m2. We are given the mass ratio: m1:m2=3:4.

The larger mass is m2, and its acceleration is a2=12ms2. The force (F) applied to both bodies is the same.

According to Newton's Second Law, Force = Mass × Acceleration (F=ma). Since the force is the same for both bodies:

F=m1a1=m2a2

From the equality, we can set up a ratio:

m1m2=a2a1
We know the mass ratio m1m2 is 34.
34=12a1
Now, we solve for a1:
a1=43×12

The acceleration of the other body is:

a1=16ms2