10th English - 2nd Mid Term Test 2023 - Question Paper | Virudhunagar District

10th English Second Mid Term Test 2023 - Virudhunagar District | Question Paper with Solutions

10th Standard English - Question Paper with Solutions

Virudhunagar District | Common Second Mid Term Test - 2023

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Part - I (Marks: 16)

Choose the appropriate synonyms: (3x1=3)

1) Technology is the boon for us.

  • a) blessing
  • b) spoon
  • c) curse
  • d) bane
Answer: a) blessing

2) Don't argue with elders.

  • a) agree
  • b) debate
  • c) arrange
  • d) harmonise
Answer: b) debate

3) Patience is the best quality.

  • a) fear
  • b) notice
  • c) tolerance
  • d) strange
Answer: c) tolerance

Choose the appropriate antonyms: (3x1=3)

4) Gulf countries have plenty of oil.

  • a) surplus
  • b) sufficient
  • c) inadequate
  • d) many
Answer: c) inadequate

5) The character of the king was very smooth.

  • a) soft
  • b) rough
  • c) gentle
  • d) clean
Answer: b) rough

6) Kamaraj was a renowned person.

  • a) famous
  • b) unknown
  • c) well-known
  • d) eminent
Answer: b) unknown

Choose the correct answer: (5x1=5)

7) The common expansion of MRI is

  • a) Magnified Resonance Imaging
  • b) Magnified Resonance Imagery
  • c) Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • d) Magnetic Resonance Imagery
Answer: c) Magnetic Resonance Imaging

8) Choose the correct plural form of alga.

  • a) algum
  • b) algi
  • c) algae
  • d) algas
Answer: c) algae

9) Join the sentences using Relative Pronoun: This is Uvarajhavel. His father is an actor.

Answer: This is Uvarajhavel, whose father is an actor.

10) Choose the suitable option to pair it with the word 'fare' to form a compound word:

  • a) engine
  • b) play
  • c) well
  • d) away
Answer: c) well (farewell)

11) Choose the most appropriate linker: ____ did Banu solve the problem?

  • a) When
  • b) But
  • c) How
  • d) Whenever
Answer: c) How

Part - II (Marks: 11)

Answer ANY THREE of the following questions: (3x2=6)

12) Who is Kim?

Kim is a fictional character often inspired by the real-life Phan Thi Kim Phuc, the girl in a famous Vietnam War photograph. She represents a victim of war who later becomes a symbol of peace, resilience, and forgiveness.

13) Suggest ways of making our society inclusive.

Ways to make our society inclusive include:
  • Providing equal opportunities in education and jobs for everyone.
  • Creating accessible infrastructure like ramps and elevators for people with disabilities.
  • Promoting awareness and respect for different cultures and communities.

14) Why did M. Hamel say it was the last French lesson?

M. Hamel announced it was the last French lesson because an order had come from Berlin stating that only German would be taught in the schools of Alsace and Lorraine. A new German teacher was expected the next day.

15) What was Franz sorry for?

Franz was sorry for not taking his French lessons seriously. He regretted wasting his time seeking birds' eggs and sliding on the Saar instead of learning his mother tongue, an opportunity he had now lost forever.

Read the following sets of poetic lines and answer: (5x1=5)

16)

Some water, coal and oil is all we ask,
And a thousandth of an inch to give us play;

a) Who does 'we' refer to?

Answer: 'We' refers to the machines.

b) What do they ask for?

Answer: They ask for water, coal, and oil.

c) What does the second line mean?

Answer: It means that machines require a very small and precise amount of space or clearance to operate correctly.

17)

They, too, aware of sun and air and water,
Are fed by peaceful harvests, by war's long winter starv'd.

a) What is common for all of us?

Answer: Sun, air, and water are common for all of us.

b) How are we fed?

Answer: We are fed by peaceful harvests.

Part - III (Marks: 15)

Answer ANY ONE of the following in utmost 10 lines: (1x5=5)

18) "Technology is a boon to the disabled" - Justify.

Technology is undoubtedly a boon for people with disabilities as it acts as a powerful enabler, enhancing their independence and quality of life. For the visually impaired, screen readers and braille displays convert digital text to speech or tactile form, opening up a world of knowledge. Assistive devices like advanced prosthetics and smart wheelchairs provide greater mobility. Speech-generating devices give a voice to those who cannot speak. Technology breaks down barriers in communication, education, and employment, fostering an inclusive society where disabilities do not limit a person's potential.

19) Give an account of the last day of M. Hamel in school.

M. Hamel's last day at school was filled with pathos and patriotism. The atmosphere was unusually solemn. M. Hamel was dressed in his finest clothes, and the village elders sat at the back of the class to honour his forty years of service. He spoke tenderly about the French language, calling it the most beautiful in the world. He didn't scold Franz for not knowing his lesson, instead blaming the circumstances. Overcome with emotion at the end, he couldn't speak. He turned to the blackboard and wrote in large letters, "Vive La France!" (Long Live France!), and dismissed the school with a gesture.

Answer ANY ONE of the following: (1x5=5)

20) How do machines confess they are inferior to human brain?

In the poem "The Secret of the Machines," the machines confess their inferiority by acknowledging their limitations. They state that they are mere creations of the human brain. They can perform complex tasks but lack human emotions and consciousness. They admit, "We are not built to comprehend a lie, / We can neither love nor pity nor forgive." This shows they are incapable of moral judgment, empathy, or understanding abstract concepts. Ultimately, they declare themselves as "the children of your brain," reinforcing that their existence and function are entirely dependent on human intellect.

21)

They too aware of sun and air and water,
Are fed by peaceful harvests, by war's long winter starv'd
Their hands are ours, and in their lines we read
A labour not different from our own.

a) Find out a new word that rhymes with water.

Answer: There are no rhyming words for 'water' in the given stanza. However, words like 'daughter' or 'slaughter' rhyme with water.

b) Identify the phrase that has a transferred epithet.

Answer: "peaceful harvests".

c) Identify the figure of speech in the second line.

Answer: Transferred Epithet ("peaceful harvests").

d) Identify the figure of speech in the third line.

Answer: Metaphor ("Their hands are ours").

e) Pick out the alliterating words.

Answer: war's winter.

22) Quote from memory: "The secret of the machines" (1x5=5)

From : And now, if ...............
To : ................. fly and dive.

And now, if you will set us to our task,
We will serve you four and twenty hours a day!
We can pull and haul and push and lift and drive,
We can print and plough and weave and heat and light,
We can run and race and swim and fly and dive,

Part - IV (Marks: 8 + 5 = 13)

23) Write a paragraph by develop the following hints: (1x8=8)

Francis Bennett - Earth Herald - bad temper - France - Edith - Astronomical reporters - Niagra - final - three elements - using rails.

Francis Bennett

Francis Bennett was the influential director of the 'Earth Herald' in the 29th century. Despite his power, he had a bad temper. One day, he was annoyed to find that his wife, Edith, had gone to France without him, but he managed to speak with her via the phono-telephote. His day was packed with activities, including interviewing astronomical reporters who brought news from other planets. Later, he travelled to Niagara to oversee a project harnessing the falls' energy. His final, most ambitious plan was to move the entire city of Centropolis using rails, demonstrating his mastery over the three elements and the incredible technology of his time.

(OR)

Peter - Holland - Dike - dangerous - cakes - blind man - tiny hold - numb - protect the country - Hero of Holland.

The Hero of Holland

Peter was a brave young boy from Holland, a land protected from the sea by massive dikes. One evening, after delivering cakes to a blind man, he noticed a tiny hole in a dike, with water trickling through. He knew this small leak was dangerous and could flood his village. Without a second thought, he plugged the tiny hold with his finger. As night fell, his hand grew numb with cold, but he stayed put. He bravely endured the night to protect his country. The next morning, villagers found him and hailed him as the "Hero of Holland" for his courage and quick thinking, which saved countless lives.

24) Prepare an attractive advertisement by using the hints given below: (1x5=5)

Smart phones - Accessories - Recharges - Free smart watch on every purchase of mobile - Ambani Mobiles - Rajapalayam.

(OR)

You are Raja. The street lights of your area don't work properly. As a responsible citizen, write a letter to the newspaper enlightening them about the problem and also suggest ways to brighten the area.

Raja,
12, Gandhi Street,
Nehru Nagar,
Virudhunagar.

15th October 2023

The Editor,
The Times of India,
Virudhunagar.

Sir,

Subject: Non-functional street lights and need for immediate action

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the concerned municipal authorities to the poor maintenance of street lights in Nehru Nagar. For the past two weeks, most of the street lights in our area have not been working.

This has resulted in darkness engulfing the streets after sunset, making it extremely unsafe for residents, especially women, children, and senior citizens. The darkness has also led to an increase in anti-social activities and the risk of accidents. Despite several complaints, no action has been taken.

I suggest that the authorities immediately repair the lights and consider replacing old bulbs with energy-efficient LED lights to brighten the area effectively. Regular maintenance checks are also crucial.

I hope this letter will prompt the authorities to take swift action and ensure the safety of the residents.

Thank you.

Yours sincerely,
Raja.

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