Question Paper
Answer Key
Class XII
Pretest Examination 2023
Subject: English Second paper
Ans to Que No: 1
a) in
b)
of
c)
with
d)
of
e)
from
f)
of
g)
by
h)
to
i)
with
j)
for
Ans to Que No: 2
(a) was born
(b) have to
(c) would rather
(d) had better
(e) let alone
(f) As soon as
(g) what's it like
(h) What does … look like
(i) There
(j) It
Ans to Que No: 3
[NB: Students will undoubtedly have different answers.
The solutions given below are only examples.]
(a) I went to
the shop. Only when I got there did I realise that I had forgotten my
wallet.
(b) I hurried
up the stairs. No sooner had I reached the top than I heard a noise
coming from below.
(c) I had
bought a new car. Before I could drive it, I had to have it serviced.
(d) I was
waiting for the bus. Even though it was late, I stayed until it arrived.
(e) She was
singing a song. As if no one was listening, she sang with all her heart.
(f) I studied
hard. I studied for hours so that I would not fail the exam.
(g) I cleaned
the house. Only when I had finished did I realise how much work I had done.
(h) I took a
nap. While I slept, my family went to the cinema.
(i) I was
writing an essay. As it was due the next day, I worked late into the
night.
(j) I went to
the shopping centre. If I'd known it would be so crowded, I would have
stayed home.
Ans to Que No: 4
(a) was
walking
(b) saw
(c) chatted
(d) decided
(e) were
walking
(f) heard
(g) was coming
(h) was
playing
(i) to listen
(j) asked
(k) to join
(l) enjoyed
(m) waved
(n) continued
Ans to Que No: 5
[NB: Answers from students will surely vary. The answer
provided below is simply an example.]
Sarah asked
John what was wrong. John replied that he had lost his wallet. Sarah asked if
he had looked in his pockets, and John answered that he had. Sarah suggested
that he might have left it in the coffee shop. John said that it was a good
idea and he would look there immediately (or then). Sarah expressed her hope
that he would find it (or that).
Ans to Que No: 6
[NB: There should be a range of responses from the
students. Only examples are provided in the following solution.]
a)
my partner
b)
fully
c)
primary
d)
this
e)
early
f)
to make
g)
very
h)
always
i)
bad
j)
an
Ans to Que No: 7
[NB: The
students' responses ought to range widely. The following solution only offers
examples.]
a)
In fact
b)
Firstly
c)
Secondly
d)
Thirdly
e)
Finally
f)
In other words
g)
Therefore
h)
On the other hand
i)
Moreover
j)
As a result
k)
For example
l)
Similarly
m)
However
n)
In conclusion
Ans to Que No: 8
[NB: The
replies from the students should be diverse. The solution that follows just
provides examples.]
|
(a)
easy (synonym) |
simple,
smooth, effortless, painless, uncomplicated, unchallenging, perspicuous, etc |
|
(b)
difficult (synonym) |
challenging,
tough, hard, complicated, effortful, arduous, painful, strenuous, laborious,
herculean, toilsome, tricky, trying, stressful, troublesome, onerous, etc |
|
(c)
vivid (antonym) |
vague,
obscure, dark, hazy, nebulous, unclear, indistinct, fuzzy, blurry, indeterminate,
faint, dim, foggy, shadowy, murky, muddy, shadowlike, etc |
|
(d)
right (antonym); |
inaccurate,
wrong, imprecise, inexact, erroneous, incorrect, etc |
|
(e)
desired (antonym); |
undesired,
unwanted, unwelcome, undesirable, etc |
|
(f)
help (synonym); |
assist,
aid, etc |
|
(g)
effectively (antonym); |
ineffectively,
ineffectually, etc |
|
(h)
additional (synonym); |
more,
added, extra, etc |
|
(i)
sad (antonym); |
happy,
glad, joyous, joyful, cheerful, cheery, jubilant, ecstatic, gleeful,
delighted, elated, euphoric, merry, jolly, buoyant, jovial, buoyed,
enraptured, blithe, jocular, jocund, blithesome, etc |
|
(j)
understanding (synonym); |
appreciation,
grasp, perception, comprehension, apprehension, realisation, etc |
|
(k)
similarly (synonym); |
likewise,
correspondingly, identically, etc |
|
(l)
intense (antonym); |
shallow,
weak, etc |
|
(m)
overwhelmed (synonym); |
bewildered,
stunned, surprised, stupefied, startled, astonished, astounded, etc |
|
(n)
depth (antonym) |
shallowness,
etc |
Ans
to Que No: 9
Ans to Que No: 9
Today, I went to the shop to buy some food. It was a great experience.
There were so many interesting things to see, like food from all over the world. I bought some vegetables, fruit and some snacks. It was really exciting; I
couldn't wait to get home and start cooking. However, I was
disappointed when I got home to find that some of the things I had bought were
past their sell-by date; I guess I should have
been more careful. Nevertheless, it was a great day and I had a lot of fun. I'm looking forward to my next trip to the shop.
Answer to Que No: 10
10 December
2023
The Principal
DR College
Dhaka
Subject:
Regarding a seat in the college hostel
Dear Sir,
With utmost
respect and a glint of hopeful anticipation, I take this moment to pen my
earnest appeal. My name is Raihan Raffin, and I stand before you as a Class XII
scholar with Roll Number 5 at your revered institution. In this dispatch, I
implore your benevolent consideration for a hostel seat in the upcoming
academic year.
Living afar
from the college grounds, the daily commute presents a prodigious obstacle to
my academic pursuits. Thus, it would be an immense relief for both my kin and
myself if I were to secure accommodation in the college hostel. Beyond just the
economic and temporal conveniences, residency in the hostel would provide an
optimal environment for my studies and other extracurricular ventures.
I affirm my
commitment to abide by all regulations set forth by the hostel authorities. I
hold discipline in high regard and intend to foster cordial relationships with
my peers and cohabitants.
May I humbly
entreat you to bestow upon me the opportunity to reside in the college hostel
by considering my application with keen interest. I express my heartfelt
gratitude for your kind regard in this matter.
Yours
faithfully,
Raihan Raffin
Class: XII
Roll No: 5
Answer to Que No: 11
Flag
of Bangladesh: A Symbol of Resilience and Hope
O Flag of
Bangladesh, glorious symbol of a nation, you are the pride of a people who have
withstood the test of time. Rebuilt from the ashes of a tumultuous past, the
people of Bangladesh have constructed a new nation bound together by a shared
admiration and respect for their flag. The Bangladesh flag is an emblem of
national pride, embodying the courage and spirit of the nation and captivating
the hearts of its citizens. The flag consists of a deep red circular disc,
symbolising the rising sun, set against a green background. This unique
combination of colours is believed to represent the blood of the martyrs who
gave their lives for Bangladesh's independence, the lush environment of its
land and the optimism of its people. The Bangladeshi flag is a sign of hope for
many, representing a country that has overcome great obstacles and triumphed
with tenacity. From the high mountains of Chattogram to the banks of the Padma
River, the Bangladesh flag is a symbol of pride and strength held dear by the
nation. It is a reminder that the perseverance of the Bangladeshi people will
never be forgotten and that they will continue to strive for a better future. O
flag of Bangladesh, glorious symbol, you are an inspiration and strength to
many. May you forever wave proudly in the sky, a symbol of resilience and hope
for the people of Bangladesh.
Ans to Que No: 12
Exploring
the Causes and Effects of Climate Change
Over the world, climate change is a global calamity caused by the discharge of heat-trapping gases, such as carbon dioxide, that clouds the sky. These gases ensnare the sun's heat and cause a rise in the global mean temperature. The ramifications of climate change are far-reaching and ripple through many domains. Oceans swell and glaciers fade due to the thawing of icecaps, changes in precipitation and soil moisture, and a growing number of extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and typhoons, plague our lands. Furthermore, the warmer environment encourages the spread of diseases, such as malaria. Additionally, climate change can also bring about a decrease in crop production, threatening the security of our food supply. Nature, too, suffers from climate change in the form of shifts in ecosystems, habitats, and species distributions. And mankind too is subject to its wrath, with more frequent and intense extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, drought, floods, and storms, putting our communities and infrastructure in peril. If we are to protect our future, we must act now to reduce our emissions and invest in renewable energy sources. By coming together, we can ensure a safe and healthy world for all.
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