English Assignments Class X Sample paper SA_II_2014 Passage 1 Su means number and duko means single. The game of Sudoku has many similarities to the game of life.the game consists of 9*9 grid divided into 3*3 boxes in which a few numbers called “given” – the number of given varies between 17 and 30 for a puzzle to be reasonably viable-are already in place. In life, too,you start with a given set of notions and then work from thereon. In Sudoku, you need to follow a set of rules to build up the grid, filling each row, column and box with numbers ranging from 1 to 9, so much like in life where you have to go on your way without antagonizing anyone else. Respect every number (person) and things would be fine. While trial or error may or may not work the correct technique is in eliminating numbers that don’t fit in a particular box. In Sudoku , the arrangement of the given numbers is symmetrical. This is instructive in life, on how to maintain steadfast faith, poise and equanimity despite situations when everything turns topsy-turvy. There is a subtle difference between the two as well. Make a mistake and you can erase it and begin all over again in Sudoku. Not so in life. You can learn a lesson though, and avoid making the same mistake in future. Answer the following questions by selecting the most appropriate option from the ones given below- 1. The given numbers in Sudoku are comparable to the ………….. in life. a) rules b) notions c) people d) respect 2. In Sudoku, by eliminating numbers that do not fit we a) keep reducing errors to succeed in life b) keep adding the chances to solve the puzzle c) restrict our choices d) open new avenues 3. In life , symmetry is maintained through a)patience and hardwork b) balance inspite of hardships c) constant trust d) friends and enemies 4. In life we can learn from our mistakes but we cannot a) begin afresh b) undo them c) relive them d) commit them again 5. To ‘antagonise’ in the passage means a) to be determined b) to be noticeable c) to please d) to make someone angry Passage 2 A LITTLE GRAIN OF GOLD I had gone abegging from door to door in the village path when thy golden chariot appeared in the distance like a gorgeous dream and I wondered who was this king of all kings! My hopes rose high and me thought my evil days were at an end, and I stood waiting for alms to be given unasked and for wealth scattered on all sides in the dust. The chariot stopped where I stood. Thy glance fell on me and thou camest down with a smile. I felt that the luck of my life had come atlast. Then of a sudden thou didst hold out thy right hand and say,”What hast thou to give to me?” Ah, what a kingly jest was it to open thy palm to a begger to beg! I was confused And stood undecided and then from my wallet and slowly took out the least little grain of corn and gave it to thee. But how great my surprise when at the day’s end I emptied my bag on the floor to find at least a little grain of gold among the poor heap. I bitterly wept and wished that I had the heart to give them all. Choose the most appropriate option: 1)”The begger was happy to see the golden chariot because: a) he thought there was a king of kings b) he expected unasked arms c) the chariot was beautiful d) the chariot was made of gold 2)His hopes rose high because: a) it was king of kings b) the chariot was made of gold c)the king alighted the chariot happily d) he would get much wealth as alms and his evil days would end soon 3) The begger thought begging in gold chariot was a a) positive thing b) royal joke c) undecided begging d) great surprise 4) He wept bitterly because he thought he should have: a) given him all that he had b) more wealth c) unexpected alms d) gold 5)After emptying his bag he was surprised too see: a) a big heap of grains b) a small grain of gold c) a grain of corn d) a glance Change the following sentences into indirect speech 1. She said,” I can solve my problem.” 2. My mother said,” I was cooking when she came.” 3. The teacher said to the boys,” You can go to your houses.” 4. He said,” It may rain today.” 5. The teacher said,” The sun sets in the west.” 6. The monitor said,” Some boys were gossiping while others were reading.” 7. The man said,” If my children were older, I would go to London.” 8. He said to me,” Do you feel better?” 9. The traveler said to the inkeeper,” Is there any room vacant with you?” 10. The servant said to his master,” Did you receive my letter?” 11. The teacher said to the boy,” Were you not absent yesterday?” 12. The boy said to the traveler,” What can I do for you?” 13. The factory owner said to the worker,” How much money do you require?” 14. The teacher said to the class,” Look at the blackboard.” 15. Ram said to his friend,” Please wait here till I return.” 16. He said,” Pardon me this time, mother.” 17. The owner said to the servant,” Go to the bazaar and bring sugar.” 18. The wolf said,” How clever I am!” 19. The beggar said,” Alas! I have lost my purse.” 20. The old man said,” Oh dear! I have just missed the train.” 21. The people said,” Long live the king.” 22. The teacher said to Angela,” How did you guess the correct answer?” 23. The shopkeeper said to me,” We received this goods only two days ago.” 24. Aditya said to you,” Your painting will win you the first prize.” 25. Mrs. Acharya said,” Nikki is very proud of her dog Rover because it follows her wherever she goes.”
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rana
6/3/2014 07:19:32 am
hey! try to make it simple next time :p
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