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CBSE English Sample Paper 8

SAMPLE PAPERS – 2009Class – XSubject - Mathematics

This paper consists of four sections:
Section. A - Reading. ( 20 marks)
Section B. – Writing ( 30 marks)
Section C. – Grammar (20 marks)
Section D – Literature ( 30 marks)
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Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions
2. Do not write anything in the question people
3. Answer the questions in each section before going on to the next section
4. All the answers must be correctly numbered as in the question paper and written in the answer sheet provided to you.
5. The adhere to the word limit given with each question. Marks will be deducted for exceeding the word limit.
6. Read each question carefully and follow the instructions
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Section A (Reading)

A.1.Read the passage given and answer the questions that follow ;

My fair lady

While a high percentage of westerners are spending,hours in the sun to acquire a tan,a large number of people in the East are slapping on creams and lotions hoping to become a fair and look young . But at what cost ?

On a recent trip to a small supermarket in my neighborhood, I was astonished to note that two of the largest chains in the store were dedicated to skin whitening creams . Later, a nearby pharmacy, I noticed the same trend; shelves heaving with whitening creams. And the trend isn't limited to supermarket shelf space . Turn on the television at any given time and you will see advertisements dedicated to various skin whitening products .
If you think this obession with light, spot and blemish-free skin is restricted to a vain few , think again. The vast selection of pills, lotions and creams is testament to an industry that is flourishing ., Women in Japan ,China ,Korea and Taiwan even know the secret of pale beauty. Now using a skin whitening cream has become the 'in thing' in the Middle East too.

Pale, spot -free skin is being aggressively marketed across the region as synonymous with beauty and health. The result :women are willing to go to any extreme to change their complexion little realizing that it could sometimes be bordering on the dangerous

Why the desire for paler skin?

The craze for skin whitening has a long history , dating back to the days of yore in Asia, where the saying' one white, covers up three ugliness ' was passed from one generation to the next .

A White face was considered aristocratic because only the rich could afford to stay out of the blazing sun and remain pale and 'spotless' . Working outdoors - like peasants in the field – were sun -burnt and brown

Another possible theory is that the cultural dominance of Europeans and Americans in recent times led to the belief that white skin equals power, money special privilege and needless to say beauty.

'It is quite funny because while women in the Far East are risking their health by using cheap, unreliable whitening agents to get a fairer complexion , women in the West risk their health by baking in the sun to get a tan, says do Dr. Seattle ,Olay's principal scientist for skin care research and development
'In Japan ,geishas were ( and still are) known for the painted white skin which represents beauty , grace and high social status' says Dr. Geo ,international beauty expert for Kose, a leading Japanese cosmetics brand in whitening products. However, whitening products are not used on a wide scale in Japan today.

A.1.1 On the basis of your reading of the passage, answer the questions given below (8 marks)
1.The three things that amazed the author are ……………………
2. The three sentences that shows you people are crazy about ' spotless' skin….
3. The common belief in Asia for skin whitening is………………….
4. Rich people were fairer because………..

A.1.2 Find words in the passage which mean the following (2 marks)
1. Something that is used at present -
2. Proof –
3. Advantage –
4. To have control over –

A.1.3 List the risks taken by women who are beauty conscious.(2 marks)


A.2.Read the following poem carefully:

HASTE NOT, REST NOT

Without haste! Without rest !
Bind the motto to thy breast;
Bear it with thee as a spell
Storm of sunshine guard it will

Heed not flowers that round thee bloom
Bear it onward to the tomb
Haste not! Let no thoughtless deed
Mar forever the spirit's speed
Ponder well and know the right
Onward then with all thy might
Haste not! Years can never atone
For one reckless action done
Rest not! --life is sweeping by
Do and dare before you die
Something mighty and sublime
Leave behind to conquer time
Glorious it is to live for aye
When these forms have passed away
Haste not ,rest not! calmly wait
Meekly bear the storms of fate
Duty be thy polar guide
Do the right, whatever betide
Haste not ,rest not! conflicts past,
God shall crown thy work at last .

A.2.1 On the basis of you reading the poem answer the following questions as briefly as possible.(8 marks)

a. What does the poet mean many says ' bind the motto to die breast'
b. The motto of the poem is……
c. Find a word in the first stanza which mean ' joy and happiness '
d. What is the advice of the poet in the fifth line of the first stanza
e. The thoughtless deed mar….
f. Years are insufficient to make up the loss of a single……………..
g. Before One dies one should ……………..
h. By the end of the poem the poet hopes that ……………………….


Section - B ( Writing)

B.1 Vincent/ Vineetha of 12, London street, Calcutta -09 comes across the following poster in the newspaper. The/ She is concerned about the spread of diseases during summers and decides to write a letter to the editor of national daily highlighting the impending possibility of waterborne diseases and the dire need for creating the witness about the prevention of such diseases through such informative posters. Using Your own ideas and the ideas from the unit ' Health' write Vincent's/ Vineeta's letter in not more than 150 words. (10 marks)



Here comes The summer
And also the possibility of diseases like Cholera and gastroenteritis …..Prevention is better than cure

Drink only safe water
The food items covered
The only freshly cooked food
Wash hands before preparing on eating food…..
If a patient is restless/ unconscious, as fever, eating and drinking poorly
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Consult the doctor immediately
Use oral rehydration solution-available at all health centers – free of cost






B.2 Anitha/Asha are quite concerned about the increasing incidence of deaths and accidents caused due to endemic disorder called road rage. Anita / Asha decide to write an article on the need for people to control their anger and inculcate the habit of disciplined driving. .Study the following information and write an article in not more than 200 words. (10 marks)

'cause for the road rage'

15% -- due to intolerance and lack of self discipline
20%-- due to behavioral patterns sense of superiority do it to owning bigger vehicles 15%--due to family and work related stress
13%--due to pick sterile environment influenced stress
20%--to city layout, traffic jams and delays
10% used to absence of severe penalty for violators

To avoid a road rage.. be a disciplined Motorist


B.3. Ashwin wrote the following.letter to The Manager, Pleasant Stay Resort.Darjeeling. Later he decided to send a telegram instead. Using information from the letter, write a telegram using not more than 25 words inclusive of the receiver's address. Use the correct format of the telegram. (5 marks)


27 October, 2008

The Manager
Pleasant Stay Resort
Darjeeling

Subject: Cancellation of reservation

Sir,

This is with reference to my letter dated 15 October requesting you to book three rooms in your resort for me and eight of my friends stay for a week. I wish to state that due to unavoidable circumstances ( the untimely demise of one of my uncle ) we are not able to make it on the above mentioned days. I would like you to cancel the booking made by me and refund the advance paid by me. Kindly send a cheque for the amount to the address mentioned in this letter. I am sorry for the inconvenience caused.. We will definitely come to your resort at a later date.

Your co- operation in this regard will be appreciated.

Yours faithfully
Ashwin


B.4. You are XYZ and you have received a telephone call from one of your friends ABC intimating that your uncle's heart operation is fixed for the 27 October at Apollo hospital ,Chennai. He expects you would inform your cousin Paul about the operation and ask him to reach the hospital on the day of the operation with O negative blood donors for it along with some cash money as reserve in case of emergency .Write a message in not more than 50 words adding any new information. (5 marks)

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Section—C ( Grammar)

C.1.The following message has not been edited . there is an error in each line.Write the correct word and the correction in your answer sheet with the word that precedes and follows it. (4 marks)


Wise owls in the world of commercial investments are
keeping a keen eye on build quality forcing developers
to deliver better quality products. So what should you be
looking out for? Things like intelligent features, how the
left works for example, the parking spaces allotted and
how available space can be utilized .Such factors will all
have a bearing on the occupancy rates from a rental perspective
-- once as expected supply eventually catches up with demand


C.2. In the following message one word has been omitted in each line. Market place you'd think'/' write the word you think has been omitted in your answer sheet with the word that precedes and follows it; (4 marks)


In the worldwind world global markets, investors can
choose from a myriad of banks to service financial
needs.This often be a daunting task ---- the wrong
decision not only results in loss of millions but also
tarnish the company's reputation. Few , however , match
the experience and expertise others .A banking institution
that has a place in the upper echelons the financial world.
This is the reality the trends in the global markets.

C.3. Rearrange the following to make meaningful sentences : (3 marks)

Example :Put into/ as the/ at low./baby can/ he is/ as soon/ water/ toddle/ tide.
As soon as the baby can toddle he is put into water at low tide

1. Water/ the baby/ in the/ here/ plays/ sits and/
2. long enough / the mother/ him/does not/ to weary/ there/ leave him/
3. Older/ At low tide/ as/ wade about/ allowed to/ he is/ he grows/
4. Look out/ water/ keep a/ into deep/ sharp/ does not stray/ so that he/ his elders/
5. Permitted to/ from which/ judgment/ he may/ make small mistakes/ he is/ learn to make better/
6. Are given/ to swim/ small canoes/ the children/ they/ own./ are able/ of their/ when.


C.4. Use the information in the headlines to complete the news items given below.
Write your answer in your answer sheet against the correct blank number. (4 marks)


i.12 injured as buses collide.
About………………….. at the central station junction here today
ii. MCA Classes to begin on September 15
The academic director………………………. on September 15
iii.. National award for bravery
Bjorn, a student of a reputed school in Chennai…………………….. the President of India on the Republic Day for bravery and courage shown in rescuing of drowning child.
iv. India beat Korea by four goals:
In the semifinals of the Asian Cup football tournament, India………………………………………………………………… at the Airport stadium yesterday







Section D ( literature) 30 marks

D.1.Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. Write each answer in one or two lines only.(4 marks)

'I watched the flame feeding on my mother
I watched the holy man perform his rites
To tame the poison with an incantation
After 24 hours, it lost its sting'

a. Why was the flame feeding on the mother? (1 mark)
b. Explain' incantation'. (2 marks)
c. What do these lines tell us about the farmers and their attitude? (1 mark)


D.2.Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. Write each answer in one or two lines only.(4 marks)
' the wedding guest he beat his breast
Yet he cannot choose but, hear,
And thus spake on that ancient man
The bright –eyed Mariner.'

a.What does the beating of the breast by the wedding guest indicate? (1 mark)
b. Why has the wedding guests no choice but to hear the story of the mariner? (1 mark)
c. What do you think, was the mental state of the wedding guest at this? (1 mark)
d. Give another word or phrase for 'bright eyed'. (1 mark)



D.3.. What is Shelley's appeal to the west wind? What are his expectations as expressed in the poem' Ode to the west wind'. You answer should not exceed 100 words.(5 marks)

D.4.. Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow .Write each answer in one or two lines only. (5 marks)

.'O judgment!thou art fled to brutish beasts
And men have lost their reason. Bear with me
My heart is in the coffin there with Caesar
And I must pause till it comes back.to me.'

a.Who is the speaker? Who is he's speaking to? (1 mark)
b. Explain' Brutish beasts' (2 marks)
c. What is the speaker was trying to do? Is he successful in his attempt?(2 marks)

D.5. In the lesson' The Tribute' Babuli says,' my home…. My village….. they used to pull me away from the moribund city life'(4 marks)

a. Why does Babuli refer to city life as 'moribund'?
b. How did draw him away from this home and his village later?
Your answer should not exceed 75 words.

D.6. Christopher Grows up into a teenager and reconnects his experiences with Cutie pie. Image you are Christopher and write your experiences in the form of a diary entry in about 150 to 175 words. (8 marks)
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