English Core 6

JAWAHAR NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA JHARSUGUDA

SUB-ENG TIME-1.30 HOURS F M=40
UNIT TEST-2 CLASS-12, 2021-22
General Instructions:
(i) This paper is divided into three Sections: A, B and C. All the sections are compulsory.
(ii) Separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever necessary. Read
these instructions very carefully and follow them faithfully.
(iii) Do not exceed the prescribed word limit while answering the questions.

SECTION-A

1. Read the passage given below.

1. The present generation is well updated in the use of internet and computers. The rapid development
in computer technology and increase in accessibility of the internet for academic purposes has
changed the face of education for everyone associated with it. Let's look at the data arising out of a
recent survey that was done to ascertain the time spent on utilisation of the computer and internet:
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2. At present, many schools and universities have been implementing internet-based learning, as it
supplements the conventional teaching methods. The internet provides a wide variety of references
and information to academics as well as scientific researchers. Students often turn to it to do their
academic assignments and projects.
3. However, research on the Net is very different from traditional library,
and the differences can cause problems. The Net is a tremendous
resources, but it must be used carefully and critically.
4. According to a 2018 Academic Student e-book Experience Survey,
conducted by LJ's research department and sponsored by EBSCO,
when reading for pleasure, almost 74% of respondents said they
preferred print books for leisure whereas, 45% of respondents chose e-books rather than the printed
versions, for research or assignments.
5. When asked what e-book features make them a favourite for research, the respondents were clear.
Having page numbers to use in citations, topped the list (75%); followed by the ability to resize
text to fit a device's screen (67%); the ability to bookmark pages, highlight text, or take notes for
later reference (60%); downloading the entire e-book (57%); and allowing content to be transferred
between devices (43%) were the varied responses.
On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer Any Ten questions from the eleven
that follow.
[1 × 10 = 10]
(a) According to the passage, one of the reason for the recent transformation of education is the:
(i) techno-efficiency of the present generation
(ii) expanse of courses on technology
(iii) simplification of the teaching and learning method
(iv) easy availability of the internet
(b) Pick the option that lists statements that are NOT TRUE according to the passage.
1. Internet-based education can only complement familiar methods of education.
2. Net-based learning will replace face-to-face education.
3. The resources that the net provides are a danger to the education system.
4. The current times has seen a rise in the convenience of using the internet for academic purposes.
(i) 1 and 2 (ii) 3 and 4
(iii) 2 and 3 (iv) 1 and 4
(c) The word 'tremendous', as used in paragraph 3, means the same
as
(i) 'expensive' (ii) 'renowned'
(iii) 'innovative' (iv) 'incredible'
(d) Based on the graphical chart in the passage, choose the option that correctly states the depiction
of internet usage for work and for leisure, for once a month.

1 2 3 4
(i) option 1 (ii) option 2
(iii) option 3 (iv) option 4
(e) ''… but it must be used carefully and critically.'' The idea of being careful and critical while using the
internet, is mainly a reference to
(i) hardware malfunction (ii) plagiarism
(iii) troubleshooting (iv) virus threats
(f) Based on the given graphical representation of data in the passage, choose the option that lists
the statements that are TRUE with respect to the usage of email.
1. The everyday usage of email is more than the everyday usage of computer for personal use.
2. About 18% people use email once a week.
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3. There are a smaller number of email users using it 2-3 times a week than the ones using
it once a month.
4. Less than 5% of people never use the email.
(i) 1 and 3 (ii) 2 and 4
(iii) 1 and 2 (iv) 3 and 4
(g) Based on the given graphical chart, pick the option that lists the area of zero response from
respondents
(i) never using the internet for work and leisure
(ii) daily use of the computer for academic activities
(iii) writing and receiving emails once a week
(iv) using the internet for personal tasks once a month
(h) In the cartoon, the student's reaction reveals that he is..........................
(i) indignant (ii) apologetic
(iii) obedient (iv) inquisitive
(i) Which of the following statements is NOT substantiated by information in paragraph 4?
(i) About three-quarters of the respondents preferred print books for recreational reading
(ii) A little less than a 50% of the respondents voted for e-books for research or assignments
(iii) More than 50% respondents stated enjoying both versions of books for leisure reading
(iv) The survey was intended for understanding the e-book experience among
students
(j) According to the 2018 survey, which is the option that correctly displays the
features of :
(A) page numbers for use in citation and
(B) content transfer between devices respectively.

1 2 3 4
(i) option 1 (ii) option 2
(iii) option 3 (iv) option 4
(k) Arrange the given e-book features preferred for research from the least favourite to the most
favourite, from the following:
1. downloading the entire e-book. 2. choosing page numbers in critations.
3. highlighting text. 4. resizing text to fit screen.
(i) 1, 3, 4, 2 (ii) 3, 2, 1, 4
(iii) 2, 4, 3, 1 (iv) 4, 1, 2, 3

2. Community and individual health issues:

If health means a state of physical, mental and social well-being, it cannot be something that each
one of us can achieve entirely on our own. The health of all organisms will depend on
their surroundings or their environment. The environment includes the physical environment. So,
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for example, health is at risk in a cyclone in many ways. Human beings live in societies. Our
social environment, therefore, is an important factor in our individual health. We live in villages,
towns or cities. In such places, even our physical environment is decided by our social
Environment.

Consider what would happen if no agency is ensuring that garbage is collected and disposed.
So, if there is a great deal of garbage thrown in our streets, or if there is open drain water lying
stagnant around where we live, the possibility of poor health increases.
Therefore, public cleanliness is important for individual health. We need food to be
healthy, and this food will have to be earned by doing work. For this, the opportunity to do work
has to be available. We need to be happy in order to be truly healthy, and if we mistreat each
other and are afraid of each other, we cannot be happy or healthy. Social equality and harmony
are therefore necessary for individual health. We can think of many other such examples of
connections between community issues and Individual health.

On the basis of your understanding of the above passage answer the following questions:
Marks=1x3=3
Q1.What would happen if no one takes responsibility for clearing the drains and ensuring that
water does not collect in the streets or open spaces?
i) results in spread of water borne disease. ii) results in spread of vector borne diseases
iii) affects community health iv) all of the above

Q2. Out of following which statement is true about the provisions made by your local authority
(panchayat/municipal corporation) for the supply of clean drinking water.
a. listing of sources of drinking water in an area
b. amount of drinking water required in an area
c. ensuring safe drinking water in all schools, anganwadis and other public places.
d. all of the above

Q3.From a global point of view ______________ is very important , otherwise it would lead to
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filthy physical environment which increases the uncleanliness (like accumulation of garbage in
soil, polluted water bodies & polluted air).

3 Read the extract given below and answer any one of the questions that follow:
Marks=1x4=4
It would be an exotic moment
without rush, without engines,
we would all be together
in a sudden strangeness.
(a) What will happen if there will be no rush or running of engines?
(i) it will be boring (ii) people will suffer a lot
(iii) it will be a moment of tranquility (iv) all the animals will come on the road
(b) Why the moment is called ‘exotic’?
(i) there will be pollution free environment (ii) as we all will be enveloped in quietness
(iii) flora and fauna will grow (iv) there will be heavenly flow of wind
(c) What is the poetic device used in the phrase ‘we would’?
(i) imagery (ii) alliteration
(iii) antithesis (iv) repetition
(d) Which strangeness is the poet talking about?
(i) feeling of loneliness
(ii) feeling of oneness with their fellow human beings
(iii) feeling of depression
(iv) terrible feeling of strangeness

SECTION-B

4. You are Sameera/Sameer the owner of Pink Power, a café run only by women.
You are looking for an interior designer to design the interiors of the café.
Draft a suitable advertisement for the same, in about 50 words to be
published in the classified columns of the National Daily, the local newspaper.
Marks=3

5. You are Shubha/Krushna Mohanty,

residing in Subhadra Apartments,
Bhuvneshwar, Orissa. You have
observed, with increasing concern, that
garbage collection continues to be done
without segregation in your
neighbourhood, Write a letter to the
editor of The Real Times, Bhuvneshwar,
in about 120-150 words, explaining your
concern along with the rationale behind
the importance of garbage segregation.
Suggest ways in which the R.W.As can
participate in this program. M=5

SECTION=C
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6. Attempt Any Two out of the three questions given below in 30-40 words each.
2x2 = 4)

1. Sadao's acceptance of the General's plan to assassinate Tom was counterproductive to having
put him on the path of recovery. Substantiate with reason/s.
2. How did Dr Sadao help the American soldier to help?

3. Which two incidents made douglas develop an aversion to water?

4. How can suspension of activities help?

6 .Answer any one of the following question in 80 to 120 words : / 5 Marks/

.The story Deep Water talks about Douglas' attempts to overcome his fear of water. The
story can also be viewed as a figurative manifestation of life's many challenges. Elaborate
with reference to the text.
Or

What explains the attitude of the General in the matter of the enemy soldier?
Was it human consideration, lack of national loyalty, dereliction of duty o
simply self-absorption?
7. Answer any one of the following question in 100 to 120 words : / 6 Marks/

‘If we surrender to our fears they overpower us, if we face them they fade away.
Do you agree? Why, Why not? Discuss with reference to the lesson.
Or

Good human values are far above any other value system. How did Dr.Sadao
succeed as a doctor as well as a patriot?