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SEE Model Question 2080 English with Answers

Grade: 10 
Full Marks: 75 
Time: 3 hours

Candidates are required to give answers according to the given instructions.

The Voice of the Rain

And who art thou? said I to the soft-falling shower,
Which, strange to tell, gave me an answer, as here translated:
I am the Poem of Earth, said the voice of the rain,
Eternal I rise impalpable out of the land and the bottomless sea,
Upward to heaven, whence, vaguely form’d, altogether changed, and
yet the same

I descend to lave the droughts, atoms, dust-layers of the globe,
And all that in them without me were only seeds, latent, unborn;
And forever, by day and night, I give back life to my own origin,
and make pure and beautify it;
(For song, issuing from its birth-place, after fulfillment, wandering,
Reck’dorunreck’d, duly with love returns.)

-Walt Whitman

A. Choose the correct answer. (5 × 1 = 5)

a. The poem is a conversation between …………
i. the speaker and the rain ✔️
ii. the rain and the nature
iii. the speaker and the Earth
iv. the Earth and the road

b. Mother Earth is given happiness by .………
i. the sea
ii. the rain ✔️
iii. the music
iv. atoms

c. The speaker says that like nature, the rain is …….
i. difficult to understand ✔️
ii. easy to understand
iii. always the same
iv. not changing its shape 

d. The raindrops pour down to wash away ……………
i. the land
ii. the globe
iii. the dust layer
iv. the seeds ✔️

e. The rain and a song are similar because ………..
i. both produce a melodious sound
ii. both give happiness to the Earth
iii. the rain can change its form and so does a song ✔️
iv. the rain has a power to heal the Earth, and a song can heal the human heart

2. Read the text given below and do the tasks.

Thanksgiving Around the World

Festivals are not just the means of entertainment or joy. They also reflect our heritage, culture and traditions. Thanksgiving is celebrated around the world to extend thanks for the harvest, enjoying bountiful food, and spending time with family and friends. Even though Thanksgiving seems to be uniquely American, the tradition is followed in different countries in various forms.

Thanksgiving, USA

Celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, Thanksgiving in the USA is a national holiday that commemorates the feast the Pilgrims held after the first harvest in 1621. The first celebration was attended by 90 Native Americans and 53 pilgrims. Thanksgiving has been celebrated intermittently ever since.

Thanksgiving dinner with family plays a central role in the celebrations, with Americans eating more food on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year, including Christmas. Roast turkey is essential – approximately 45 million of them are consumed every year – as well as mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, sweet corn, and assorted fall vegetables, all food that is native to the Americans.

Parades are a big part of the celebrations too. They range from small-town affairs featuring the local marching band to Macy‘s Thanksgiving parade through the streets of New York. Billed as the world‘s largest parade, it features parade floats and huge balloons, usually based on cartoon characters, current Broadway shows, and other topical themes.

A. Match the information that begins in Column A with its correct ending in Column B. There is one extra ending that you may not use. (5×1 =5)

B. Answer the following questions. (5×1= 5)

a. What do festivals show about people?
➜ Festivals show people's heritage, culture, and traditions.

b. When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the USA?
➜ Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the USA.

c. What is the main part of the celebration?
➜ The main part of the celebration is having a Thanksgiving dinner with family.

d. Mention the two variations in the parades?
➜ Two variations in the parades are small town affairs featuring the local marching band and Macy's Thanksgiving parade through the streets of New York.

e. Why do you think Americans celebrate this festival with rejoice even today?
➜ Americans celebrate this festival with rejoice because it is a time to extend thanks for the harvest, enjoy bountiful food, and spend time with family and friends. It is a tradition deeply rooted in American culture and holds significance in bringing people together and expressing gratitude.

3. Read the text given below and do the tasks.

Dodhara Chandani dry port gets environmental approval

Kathmandu, May 23 The proposed Dodhara Chandani dry port and check post in far western Nepal has moved a step forward with the government’s approving the environmental impact assessment (EIA) report.

The Rs15 billion construction project is located in Dodhara Chandani Municipality, Kanchanpur district, and is listed as a national priority project by the government. The construction site is spread over 250 bighas (189 hectares). On April 30, the cabinet cleared the use of 63 hectares inside Gaurishankar community forest, a buffer zone of Suklaphanta National Park, for the dry port.

According to the EIA, 15,057 trees need to be felled and; As per the Forest Clearance Guidelines, 10 compensatory trees must be planted for every tree cut for development projects. Project officials say that 150,525 compensatory trees need to be planted.―The dry port will be built under an Indian grant. A memorandum of understanding will be signed soon between the two neighbours, said Anish KC, a civil engineer at the Nepal Intermodal Transport Development.

Board. “Discussions are at an advanced stage,” he said.

Dodhara Chandani dry port will be the first business gateway to India from Nepal’s far west. The site is 245 km from India’s capital New Delhi and 1,200 km from Gujarat state. The dry port will facilitate trade with other Indian states like Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Punjab and Haryana. The project is expected to lower transportation costs and the time taken to import goods from India.

The World Bank conducted a feasibility study for a dry port at Kanjabhoj in Dodhara Chandani Municipality a decade ago, and the Nepal Intermodal Transport Development Board prepared another report in 2016.

A. Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the text above. (5×1 = 5)

I. Dodhara Chadani dry port will occupy 250 bighas (189 hectares) of area in Kanchanpur.

b. The Forest Clearance Guidelines directs the government to plant 10 trees to replace a felled tree.

c. The project will go ahead with Indian funding.

d. New Delhi is 245 km far from Dodhara Chadani dry port site.

e. From the text above, it is seen that Nepal imports necessary things and materials from India.

B. Answer the following questions. (5×1= 5)

a. What is the estimated construction cost of ➜ Dodhara Chadani dry port?
The estimated construction cost of Dodhara Chadani dry port is Rs15 billion.

4. Read the book review given below and do the tasks.

Seto Earth

Amar Neupane’s Seto Dharti is a fantastic piece of artwork. Tara, Pabitra, and other child widows are central characters in this book.

The main plot revolves around Tara’s life. She married when she was seven years old. She had no idea what love was then. Her own parents lied to her and forced her to remain in the Jaggya (wedding pavilion) claiming that they were worshipping God at home. She was taken to her home and told that she needed to go to the temple. She didn’t find out until the day after her wedding that she was marrying to someone she had never met before. She was sound asleep when it came time to execute the marriage rites. It was as if she were in a dream. 

She cried a lot as she thought of her mother. Her mother advised her on the dos and don’ts of becoming a daughter-in-law. She had to stay in her husband’s house for a year. It was very painful for her to stay there. After a year, she moved into her maternal home. She lost her husband when she was nine years old. She was invited to her home without being informed of her husband’s demise. She learned that her husband had died as soon as she arrived home. Despite the fact that he was a stranger in her life, she had to observe all the funeral rites. 

That was the first time she’d seen her husband’s face on his deathbed. Then she was taken to the ghatthat was on fire. Her jewelry as well as her clothing was taken away. Her head was shaved and she had to remain in mourning for thirteen days.

Towards the end of her life, she arrived in Devghat where she dedicated her life to God. She saw Govind’s image in the Swamiji there. Gobind was one of her childhood friends. He had taught her how to read and write.

Once a lady called Gangeswari visited Devghat Ashram. She became popular as a result of her experience and the wealth she took with her. Gangeswari visited Tara’s hut one night and unveiled her identity. She was Pabitra, Tara’s childhood friend. Pabitra told her how she went through various stages of life before becoming Gangeswari.

The novel depicts the difficulties Tara faced in her life. The novel tells her life from the time she was born till she turned 87. My throat choked several times while reading this book. It portrays an image of social evil and its negative effects on the lives of many Taras and Pabitras in Nepali society.

A. Match the words from the text in Column A with their meanings in Column B. (5×1= 5)

B. Write ‘True’ for the true statements and ‘False’ for the false ones. (5×1= 5)

a. Tara is a main character in the novel Seto Dharti. (True)

b. Tara had learnt that she was marriedwhen Tara went to her husband‘s home. (False)

c. Tara first saw her husband a year after her marriage. (False)

d. Tara started teaching people the meaning of life in Debghat. (False)

e. Gangeswori was the false name of Pabitra. (True)

C. Answer the following questions. (5×1= 5)

a. Write the names of characters in Seto Dharti as mentioned in the review.
➜ The names of characters in Seto Dharti as mentioned in the review are Tara, Pabitra, and Gobind, Gangeswari, Swamiji.

b. How long did Tara have to stay in her husband‘s house?
➜ Tara had to stay in her husband's house for one year.

c. What rituals did Tara have to follow after her husband‘s death?
➜ Tara had to follow the following rituals after her husband's death:

• She had to shave her head.
• She had to wear plain clothes.
• She had to stay in mourning for thirteen days.
• She had to go to the ghat and offer prayers.

d. Why do you think Tara saw the image of Gobind in Swamiji?
➜ I think Tara saw the image of Gobind in Swamiji because they both had a strong influence on her life. Gobind was her childhood friend who taught her how to read and write, and Swamiji was the person who helped her find peace and purpose in her life after her husband's death.

e. Why did the writer feel choked while reading the novel?
➜ The writer felt choked while reading the novel because it depicts the difficulties that Tara and other child widows faced in Nepali society. The writer was moved by Tara's story and felt a sense of sadness and anger at the injustice that she had to endure.

5. Write a set of rules and regulations for the visitors of a park. Write it in about 100 words using the clues given below. (5)

Opening time : 9am-5pm — no glass containers — littering prohibited — no alcohol — pet animals not allowed

Welcome to our park! To ensure a pleasant and safe environment for everyone, we kindly ask our visitors to follow these rules and regulations:

• The park is open from 9am to 5pm. Please enter and exit the park within these hours.
• Glass containers are not allowed in the park. Please use plastic or paper containers instead.
• Littering is strictly prohibited. Please dispose of your trash in the designated bins.
• Alcohol is not allowed in the park. Please refrain from consuming or bringing any alcoholic beverages.
• Pet animals are not allowed in the park, except for service animals.

We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a clean and enjoyable park for all visitors. Thank you for your understanding and have a great time!

6. Write a formal message of congratulations to your friend who has won the title of ‘Best Player’ in an inter-school volleyball tournament organized by your municipality/rural municipality. Write the message in about 100 words using the clues given below. (5)

Sanskriti Chaudhary — the best volleyball player — hardworking and disciplined — happy and proud — congratulations — best wishes for future endeavor

Dear Sanskriti Chaudhary,

I am thrilled to extend my heartfelt congratulations on your remarkable achievement of being crowned the 'Best Player' in the inter-school volleyball tournament organized by our municipality/rural municipality. Your dedication, hard work, and discipline have truly paid off, and this recognition is well-deserved.

Your exceptional skills on the volleyball court have made us all immensely proud. Your commitment and perseverance have set an inspiring example for others to follow. I congratulate you on this outstanding accomplishment and wish you continued success in all your future endeavors.

May this achievement be just the beginning of a long and successful journey in your volleyball career. Once again, congratulations, and best wishes for a bright and prosperous future.

Warm regards,
[Your Name]

7. Nowadays many young people are found increasingly involved in various video games in their mobile phones. Write a paragraph in around 150 words expressing your views about the mental and social impacts of excessively playing such games. (6)

Nowadays, it is quite common to see many young people engrossed in playing video games on their mobile phones. While these games can be entertaining and provide a temporary escape, excessive involvement in them can have both mental and social impacts.

From a mental perspective, spending excessive time playing video games can lead to a lack of focus and concentration on other important aspects of life, such as studies or personal relationships. It can also contribute to increased stress and anxiety levels, as the intense and competitive nature of some games can create a constant pressure to perform and succeed.

On a social level, excessive gaming can result in isolation and detachment from real-world interactions. Spending long hours immersed in virtual worlds can reduce face-to-face social interactions and hinder the development of essential social skills. This can lead to feelings of loneliness and difficulty in forming meaningful connections with others.

Moreover, excessive gaming can disrupt daily routines, including sleep patterns, leading to sleep deprivation and potential health issues.

While video games can offer entertainment and even educational benefits in moderation, it is crucial for young people to find a healthy balance between gaming and other aspects of life. Encouraging diverse activities, such as outdoor sports, hobbies, and social interactions, can help foster a more well-rounded and fulfilling lifestyle for young individuals.

8. Write an essay describing one of your favorite food items. Write it in about 200 words mentioning its look, smell, taste, feel, etc. (8)

One of my all-time favorite food items is pizza. This delicious dish has been a staple in my diet for as long as I can remember. From its tantalizing aroma to its mouth-watering taste, pizza has always been a go-to meal for me.

The look of pizza is instantly recognizable, with its perfectly round shape and golden-brown crust. The toppings are arranged in an artful manner, with each slice offering a delightful combination of colors and textures. The sight of a freshly-baked pizza is enough to make anyone's mouth water.

The smell of pizza is equally enticing, with the aroma of melted cheese, tomato sauce, and various toppings wafting through the air. The scent is warm and comforting, instantly making me feel at home.

The taste of pizza is simply divine. The crust is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, while the sauce is tangy and flavorful. The cheese melts in my mouth, leaving a rich and creamy taste that is hard to resist. The toppings add an extra layer of flavor and texture, whether it be savory meats or fresh vegetables.

The feel of pizza is also unique, with its chewy crust and gooey cheese. The combination of textures creates a satisfying and enjoyable eating experience.

In conclusion, pizza is more than just a food item for me. It is a comfort food that brings back fond memories and provides a sense of happiness and satisfaction. With its delicious taste, enticing smell, and unique texture, it is no wonder why pizza remains one of my all-time favorite dishes.

9. Reproduce the following sentences as instructed in the brackets. (6×1=6)

a. The accident cost Krishna a lot, ……………? (Add a question tag.)
➜ The accident cost Krishna a lot, didn't it?

b. Does Garima study in this school? (Change into an affirmative sentence.)
➜ Garima does study in this school.

c. Yamuna danced beautifully in the party. (Change into ‘how’ question)
➜ How did Yamuna dance in the party? 

d. Raima …………. (finish) all her homework before her teacher asked her to do it. (Use the correct tense of the verb ‘finish’)
➜ Raima had finished all her homework before her teacher asked her to do it.

e. Everybody should follow the rules sincerely. (Change into passive voice.)
➜ The rules should be followed sincerely by everybody. 

f. Bhim inquired, “How will you make the payment?” (Change into indirect speech)
➜ Bhim inquired how the payment would be made.

10. Choose and copy the best answer for the numbered blanks below. Rewriting is not compulsory. (10×0.5=5)

A man came into (a)………..(a, an, the, no article) wood one day with an ax in his hand. He (b)……… (begs, begged, was begging, had begged) a tree, (c) ……….(please give me, to give him, that give him, whether give him) a small branch. He wanted the branch (d)…….. (because, so that, although, since) he could make a walking stick from it. The tree was (e)…… (with, of, by, on) kind nature. He thought the man (f) …… (will, may, might, must) make good use of the branch. Hence, he gave the man one of his branches, (g)…… …… (did he, didn’t he, hadn’t he, wouldn’t he)? The woodcutter had the branch (h) …..(fix, to fix, fixed, fixing) into his ax head. Soon the woodcutter was set to work. He cut down branch after branch. The tree had never been (i) ………. (foolish, as foolish as, more foolish, the most foolish) this in giving his enemy the means of destroying himself. Had the tree not permitted the man to cut a branch, he (j)….…….(doesn’t probably fell, won’t probably fell, wouldn’t probably fell, wouldn’t have probably felled) so many branches.

A man came into (a) the wood one day with an ax in his hand. He (b) begged a tree, (c) to give him a small branch. He wanted the branch (d) because he could make a walking stick from it. The tree was (e) of kind nature. He thought the man (f) might make good use of the branch. Hence, he gave the man one of his branches, (g) didn't he? The woodcutter had the branch (h) fixed into his ax head. Soon the woodcutter was set to work. He cut down branch after branch. The tree had never been (i) as foolish as this in giving his enemy the means of destroying himself. Had the tree not permitted the man to cut a branch, he (j) wouldn't have probably felled so many branches.