| Book Name | : | Target Book |
| Paper Type | : | School Test Question Paper (2024 – 2025) |
| Paper Category | : | Madhyamik Suggestion |
| School | : | Santinagar Balika Vidyalaya |
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SECTION – A
Reading Comprehension (Seen)
Question – 1 :
Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:
When the family sits down to tea, the cat puts in an appearance to get his share. He purrs noisily and rubs himself against the legs of the family members. If there is a guest at the table, the cat is particularly civil to him, because the guest is likely to have the best of what is offered. Sometimes, instead of giving him something to eat, the guest stoops down and strokes the cat, and says, “Poor pussy! Poor pussy!” The cat soon tires of that. He puts up his claw and quietly but firmly rakes the guest in the leg. “Ow!” says the guest, “The cat stuck his claws into me!” The delighted family remarks, “Isn’t it sweet of him? Isn’t he intelligent? He wants you to give him something to eat.”
The guest dares not do what he would like to do—kick the cat out of the window. So, with tears of rage and pain in his eyes, he affects to be very much amused, and sorts out a bit of fish from his plate and hands it down. The cat gingerly receives it, with a look in his eyes that says, “Another time, my friend, you won’t be so slow to understand.” He purrs as he retires to a safe distance from the guest’s boot before eating his food.
A. Write the correct alternatives to complete the following sentences: [1 × 5]
(i) The cat makes his entry when the table is set for—
(a) breakfast
(b) lunch
(c) tea (Ans)
(d) dinner
(ii) The cat is aware that the guest would—
(a) pat on his back
(b) be offered something special (Ans)
(c) expect good manners from him
(d) be fond of him
(iii) The cat is impatient about the guest’s—
(a) cares
(b) praise
(c) attention (Ans)
(d) neglect
(iv) The cat accepts the bit of fish—
(a) cautiously (Ans)
(b) gratefully
(c) unwillingly
(d) carefully
(v) The cat moves to a safe distance from—
(a) the family members
(b) the table
(c) the boot of the guest (Ans)
(d) cups, plates, and saucepan
B. Complete the following sentences with information from the text: [1 × 3]
(i) The cat puts in an appearance of —
(ii) The guest stoops down.
(iii) With tears of rage and pain in his eyes, the guest—
Answer
(i) The cat puts in an appearance of — getting his share.
(ii) The guest stoops down — and strokes the cat while saying, “Poor pussy! Poor pussy!”
(iii) With tears of rage and pain in his eyes, the guest—
affects to be amused and gives the cat a bit of fish.
C. State whether the following sentences are True or False. Write ‘T’ for True and ‘F’ for False in the boxes provided. Support your answer with sentences/phrases/words from the text: [2×2=4]
(i) The guest tried his best to restrain his emotions. [ ]
SS: __________
(ii) The family members are critical of the cat’s attitude. [ ]
SS: __________
Answer
(i) True; With tears of rage and pain in his eyes, he affects to be very much amused.
(ii) False; The delighted family remarks, ‘Isn’t it sweet of him? Isn’t he intelligent?
Question – 2 :
Read the poem and answer the questions given below:
The Mountain and the Squirrel
The mountain and the squirrel
Had a quarrel:
And the former called the latter ‘Little Prig.’
Bun replied,
“You are doubtless very big;
But all sorts of things and weather
Must be taken in together,
To make up a year
And a sphere.
And I think it no disgrace
To occupy my place.
If I’m not so large as you,
You are not so small as I,
And not half so spry.
I’ll not deny you make
A very pretty squirrel track;
Talents differ; all is well and wisely put;
If I cannot carry forests on my back,
Neither can you crack a nut.”
A. Write the correct alternatives to complete the following sentences: [1×4=4]
(i) “Little Prig” refers to—
(a) the mountain
(b) the squirrel (Ans)
(c) the forest
(d) a nut
(ii) The mountain is—
(a) very wise
(b) quite lively
(c) very big (Ans)
(d) very pretty
(iii) The quarrel was between—
(a) the forest and the squirrel
(b) a nut and the squirrel
(c) talent and wisdom
(d) the mountain and the squirrel (Ans)
(iv) Unlike the squirrel, the mountain can—
(a) carry forests on its back (Ans)
(b) crack a nut
(c) move about happily
(d) make a sphere
B. Answer the following questions: [2×2=4]
(i) How does the mountain make fun of the squirrel?
(ii) Mention two qualities of the mountain.
Answer
(i) The mountain makes fun of the squirrel by calling it “Little Prig” and highlighting its small size and inability to carry forests like the mountain.
(ii) Mention two qualities of the mountain.
- The mountain is very big.
- The mountain can carry forests on its back.
Section B
Reading Comprehension (Unseen)
Question – 3 :
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:
Socrates was arrested and accused of denying the gods and corrupting the young men of the city. This was not true, although it seemed so to ignorant people. Socrates worshipped the gods of Greece very scrupulously, offering sacrifices and performing rites as the priests commanded. But he also believed that the gods spoke to him directly by the inner voice, telling him what to do and what not to do. This claim offended the priests, who wanted the people to believe that the gods would deal with men only through them.
Socrates taught—there was no use believing a thing just because older people say so. You must test and examine and be able to give a reason for your belief. This the older people regarded as an attack on their traditions and their faith, so they accused him of corrupting the young. The great reformer was convicted by Athenian law and condemned to death.
A. Write the correct alternatives to complete the following sentences: [1×6=6]
(i) Socrates was arrested for denying—
(a) king
(b) priests
(c) gods (Ans)
(d) law and order
(ii) Socrates worshipped the gods of—
(a) Rome
(b) Greece (Ans)
(c) England
(d) Egypt
(iii) By the claim of Socrates, the priests were—
(a) displeased (Ans)
(b) pleased
(c) vexed
(d) instigated
(iv) The priests wanted people to believe that the gods would deal with men through—
(a) Socrates
(b) young men
(c) them (Ans)
(d) emperor
(v) Socrates’ age-old beliefs—
(a) approved
(b) discarded (Ans)
(c) appreciated
(d) welcomed
(vi) Socrates was a great—
(a) emperor
(b) priest
(c) reformer (Ans)
(d) knight
B. Each of the following statements is either ‘True’ or ‘False.’ Write ‘T’ for True and ‘F’ for False in the boxes on the right-hand side and pick out sentence(s) or phrase(s) from the passage in support of your answers: [(1+1) × 3 = 6]
(i) Socrates was accused of manipulating the young men. [ ]
SS: _________
(ii) The older people regarded Socrates’ claim as an attack on their customs. [ ]
SS: _________
(iii) Socrates was forgiven at least. [ ]
SS: _________
Answer
(i) True; They accused him of corrupting the young.
(ii) True; The older people regarded it as an attack on their traditions and their faith.
(iii) False; The great reformer was convicted by Athenian law and condemned to death.
C. Answer the following questions within 25 words: [2×4=8]
(i) What was Socrates accused of?
(ii) How did Socrates worship the gods?
(iii) What did the priest believe?
(iv) How was Socrates punished?
Answer
(i) Socrates was accused of denying the gods and corrupting the young men of the city, as claimed by ignorant people and the priests.
(ii) Socrates worshipped the gods of Greece scrupulously by offering sacrifices and performing rites as commanded by the priests.
(iii) The priests believed that the gods spoke to men only through them and were offended by Socrates’ claim of direct communication with the gods.
(iv) Socrates was convicted by Athenian law and condemned to death for his teachings and beliefs.
Section C
Grammar & Vocabulary
Question – 4 :
Write the correct alternatives to fill in the blanks: [1×3=3]
We ___ (have been waiting/are waiting/were waiting) at the station since 11 O’Clock, but the train ___ (did not arrive/had not arrived/has not arrived) yet. We need to ___ (is looking/look/looked) for a taxi.
Answer
Question – 5 :
A. Fill in the blanks with articles and prepositions: [1×3=3]
The poem “The Snail” takes us _______ the private world ______ a snail, where it is seen to lead a self-sufficient life.
Answer
B. Do as directed: [1 × 3 = 3]
(i) Rina studies in a school in the USA. (Frame a question with “Where”)
(ii) I said to mother, “I will not go to school tomorrow.” (Change the mode of narration)
(iii) Please have a cup of tea. (Change the voice)
Answer
(i) Where does Rina study?
(ii) I told my mother that I would not go to school the next day.
(iii) A cup of tea is requested to be had by you.
C. Choose the correct phrasal verbs from the given list to replace the underlined words. Write the correct forms of phrasal verbs in the boxes beside each sentence: [1×3=3]
[List: Turn up, turn down, come round, look down upon]
(i) Don’t hate the poor. [ _____ ]
(ii) All the guests arrived in time. [ _____ ]
(iii) The patient is likely to recover soon. [ _____ ]
Answer
(i) look down upon
(ii) turn up
(iii) come round
Question – 6 :
Given below are the meanings of four words which you will find in Question No. 3. Find out the words and write them in the appropriate boxes on the right-hand side: [2 × 4 = 8]
(i) Lacking knowledge or awareness
(ii) Annoyed or resentful
(iii) A person who makes changes to something in order to improve it
(iv) To charge with a fault or offense
Answer
(i) Ignorant
(ii) Vexed
(iii) Reformer
(iv) Accuse
Section D
(Writing Skills)
Question – 7 :
Write a newspaper report on a daring bank robbery in about 100 words with the following points: [10]
Points: Date, time, name of the bank and place—daring robbery—money stolen at gunpoint—casualties—reported to police—action taken—the impact of the incident in the area.
Answer
Daring Bank Robbery at City Union Bank
Kolkata, Dec 3: A daring robbery occurred at City Union Bank in Salt Lake yesterday around 2:00 PM. Armed robbers stormed the bank, holding customers and staff at gunpoint, and looted ₹25 lakh in cash. Although there were no major casualties, a customer suffered minor injuries during the commotion. The incident has left the residents of the area shocked. Police were immediately informed and have launched a detailed investigation. The robbery has raised concerns about security, with locals urging banks to implement stricter safety measures.
(99 words)
Question – 8 :
Your school is going to organize “A Tree Plantation Programme.” As the secretary of the ECO Club of your school, write a notice for the students in about 80 words: [10]
Points: Date and place of the programme—details of the programme—the role of the students.
Answer
NOTICE
ECO CLUB
Date: Dec 3, 2024
Tree Plantation Programme
The ECO Club invites all students to join the Tree Plantation Programme.
Date: Dec 10, 2024
Place: School Garden
Details: Students will plant saplings and learn how to care for plants.
Role of Students: All students are requested to bring one sapling and actively participate in this green initiative. Together, we can make our environment better.
Secretary, ECO Club
Question – 9 :
Write a paragraph (within 100 words) on how Tomato Jelly is prepared with the help of the following hints: [10]
Points: Introduction—tomatoes bought from the market—sorted—cleaned—extracted juice—boiled for half an hour—sugar and chili powder mixed up—cooled—bottled—ready for sale.
Answer
Tomato jelly is prepared using fresh tomatoes. First, tomatoes are bought from the market and carefully sorted to select the best ones. They are then washed thoroughly and cleaned. The juice is extracted from the tomatoes and boiled for about half an hour. During boiling, sugar and chili powder are mixed into the juice to enhance the flavor. Once it is boiled properly, the mixture is cooled. Finally, the jelly is bottled and is ready for sale.
(92 words)
