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1
Read the poem and complete the sentences with correct information.
5 × 1 = 5 marks
Composed upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802
Earth has not anything to show more fair:Dull would he be of soul who could pass byA sight so touching in its majesty:This city now doth like a garment wearThe beauty of the morning; silent, bare,Ships, towers, domes, theaters, and temples lieOpen unto the fields, and to the sky;All bright and glittering in the smokeless air.Never did sun more beautifully steepIn his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill;Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep!The river glideth at his own sweet will:Dear God! the very houses seem asleep;And all that mighty heart is lying still!
— William Wordsworth
i
The speaker shares his impressions of the view from __________.
Answer
Westminster Bridge
ii
He who does not praise the beauty of nature is __________.
Answer
dull of soul (lacking sensitivity or spirit)
iii
Temples, towers, domes, etc. are shining in __________.
Answer
the smokeless air (the clear morning air)
iv
The poet feels __________ to see the outlines of the city buildings.
Answer
a deep calm / deeply calm — "Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep!"
v
The houses are asleep and the heart of London is __________.
Answer
lying still — "all that mighty heart is lying still"
2
Read the text about bird migration and do the tasks.
10 marks
Like marathon runners, birds pace themselves so they do not run out of energy before they can land. They are always adjusting speed, height and flight path to account for changing winds, their own weight, and storms. In the spring, they retrace their paths back to their summer homes. Each fall, about five billion birds migrate south for the winter from North America. Nearly 500 of the 650 species of North American birds migrate. Yet more than half of all the bird species in the world — approximately 5,000 species — migrate, each on a different journey.
Other animal species also migrate, including insects, amphibians, reptiles, fish and mammals. Migration is happening all the time: Herds of wild beast arrive every January at green pastures in the Southern Serengeti of Africa. Swarms of free-tailed bats arrive each March to caves in Texas. Northern fur seals gather on Alaskan islands each June. In September, Chinook salmon swim up rivers in Washington State. No matter where you live, you can see some birds migrating. Much of what we know about migration comes from studying birds.
A. True / False — 5 marks
i
Birds store energy for their flights by running like marathon runners.
ii
Almost five million birds migrate south from North America in winter.
iii
Migration is a regular process among animal species.
iv
Swarms of free-tailed bats migrate to caves in Texas every March.
v
We can observe bird migration only from Washington State.
B. Short answers — 5 marks
i
What are the birds compared with in the text?
Answer
Birds are compared with marathon runners — both pace themselves carefully to avoid running out of energy before reaching their destination.
ii
When do the birds return to their summer homes?
Answer
Birds return to their summer homes in spring — they retrace their migration paths back northward.
iii
What portion of all the bird species migrate?
Answer
More than half of all bird species — approximately 5,000 species out of all bird species in the world — migrate.
iv
Which animal species except birds migrate?
Answer
Besides birds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, fish and mammals also migrate.
v
Why do you think the wild beasts migrate to the green pastures in Africa?
Model Answer
I think wild beasts migrate to the green pastures in Africa in search of food and water. They arrive every January when the southern Serengeti has lush green grass, which provides them with the nutrition they need to survive.
💡 Any logical reason based on the text is acceptable.
3
Read the news report and do the tasks.
10 marks
Janakpur Bolts Thump Sudurpaschim to Clinch Inaugural Nepal Premier League Title
Janakpur Bolts clinched the first-ever Nepal Premier League title after a thumping 5-wicket win over Sudurpaschim Royals in the final at TU International Stadium, Kirtipur (December 21). Lahiru Milantha smashed a 49-ball 87 as Bolts made light work of the 185-run chase. Milantha and skipper Aasif Sheikh (33 off 19) shared a 73-run stand for the first wicket. Harsh Thaker (30* off 24) and Mayan Yadav (2* off 3) saw the team home with 4 balls to spare. Royals' Kuggeleijn, Saif Zaib and Ishan Pandey claimed a wicket each.
Sudurpaschim Royals had batted first: Saif Zaib (69 off 43) and Binod Bhandari (41 off 31) added 117 runs for the first wicket before Lalit Rajbanshi broke the stand. Mohammed Mohsin (3/40) and Kishor Mahato (3/25) restricted Royals to 184/9 in 20 overs. Janakpur defeated Sudurpaschim for the first time, having lost to them twice earlier in the tournament.
A. True / False — 5 marks
i
Janakpur Bolts won the title of the first edition of NPL.
ii
Aasif Sheikh scored individual 87 runs.
iii
Three bowlers including Ishan Pandey took a wicket each.
iv
The run target to Janakpur Bolts was 185.
v
Binod Bhandari alone collected 117 runs for the first wicket.
B. Short answers — 5 marks
i
When was the news published?
Answer
The news was published on December 21 (by MyKhel Staff).
ii
In which stadium was the final game of NPL played?
Answer
The final was played at TU International Stadium, Kirtipur.
iii
Who remained unbeaten together with Mayan Yadav?
Answer
Harsh Thaker (30* off 24 balls) remained unbeaten alongside Mayan Yadav.
iv
Which teams played the final of the first edition of NPL?
Answer
Janakpur Bolts and Sudurpaschim Royals played the final.
v
Was the journey of NPL exciting to Sudurpaschim Royals? Why/why not?
Model Answer
Yes, the journey was exciting for Sudurpaschim Royals because they had reached the final of the inaugural NPL and had defeated Janakpur Bolts twice earlier in the tournament, showing they were a strong team. However, they ultimately lost the final.
💡 Either yes or no with reason is acceptable.
4
Read about Pushpa Basnet and do the tasks.
15 marks
Pushpa Basnet, born in 1984 in Kathmandu, Nepal, is the founder/president of the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) and Butterfly Home — non-profit organizations that strengthen the rights of children living with their incarcerated parents. She was nominated for the CNN Heroes Award and won it in 2012. She also won the Super Hero Award in 2016.
Basnet started her career at 21 while studying social work at St. Xavier's College. During a college visit to a women's prison, she was dismayed to see children living behind bars. She raised 70,000 rupees from friends and family and started ECDC in 2005. In 2007, she opened a residential home for kids to live outside prison. Today she has assisted more than 137 children, running a day care for prison children and a residential home for older ones. She has also provided alternative residence, school enrollment, free meals and medical care.
She received the CNN Hero Award 2012 at the Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, presented by Susan Sarandon. She commented: "It is not fair for these children to live in prison because they have not done anything wrong... My mission is to make sure no child grows up behind prison walls."
A. MCQ — 5 marks
i. ECDC and Butterfly Home are _______ organizations.
ii. Pushpa Basnet won Super Hero Award in _______
iii. Pushpa Basnet began her _______ at the age of twenty-one.
iv. Pushpa Basnet collected 70,000 rupees from _______
v. Pushpa Basnet has provided _______ to the children.
Pushpa Basnet is a Nepali social worker and founder/president of ECDC and Butterfly Home — organizations that help children living with their incarcerated parents.
ii
Why did Pushpa Basnet set up a social organization?
Answer
She set up ECDC because she was dismayed to see children living behind bars with their imprisoned mothers during a college visit to a prison. She felt it was unjust for innocent children to suffer.
iii
What does ECDC stand for?
Answer
ECDC stands for Early Childhood Development Center.
iv
Why was Pushpa Basnet given a CNN Hero Award?
Answer
She was given the CNN Hero Award for her efforts to help children living with incarcerated parents — providing them safe shelter, education, food and medical care outside prison walls.
v
Where was the CNN Hero Award ceremony held?
Answer
The ceremony was held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, on Sunday, 2nd December 2012.
5
Study the bar-diagram showing Grade 11 admissions (2020–2024) and write an interpretation (~100 words).
5 marks
Clues (from bar chart data): XYZ school · Grade 11 admission · 150 in 2020 · increases by 100 each year · lowest number in 2020 · highest number in 2024 · gradual progress · quality education
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The bar diagram shows the number of Grade 11 admissions at XYZ School from 2020 to 2024. According to the data, the school admitted 150 students in 2020, which was the lowest in the five-year period. The numbers increased gradually and steadily each year, reaching the highest point in 2024. This upward trend suggests that the school has been making consistent progress year after year. The growing admissions indicate that XYZ School is gaining a good reputation for providing quality education. Overall, the school has shown remarkable improvement in attracting students over the five-year period.
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Write a formal condolence message (~100 words) on behalf of XYZ School for Daman Nath Dhungana.
5 marks
Clues: Daman Nath Dhungana (15 Jan.1942 – 17 Nov. 2024) · passed away at Frontline Hospital · Nepali politician and senior advocate · former Speaker of House of Representatives 1991–1994 · important role in civil rights, peace process, democracy and justice
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CONDOLENCE MESSAGE
We, the staff and students of XYZ School, express our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Daman Nath Dhungana (15 January 1942 – 17 November 2024), who breathed his last at Frontline Hospital, Kathmandu.
Mr. Dhungana was a distinguished Nepali politician, senior advocate and former Speaker of the House of Representatives (1991–1994). He played a vital and irreplaceable role in advancing civil rights, the peace process, democracy and justice in Nepal. His contributions to this nation will be remembered for generations.
We extend our deepest sympathy to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
— Management, Staff and Students XYZ School
7
Write a dialogue (6+ exchanges, ~150 words) between Arsey Chaudhary and the librarian about borrowing a book for a week.
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Arsey: Good morning. I would like to borrow a book from the library for a week.
Librarian: Good morning! Do you have a library membership card?
Arsey: Yes, here it is. I am a member of the school library.
Librarian: Very good. Which book would you like to borrow?
Arsey: I need "Wings of Fire" by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Is it available?
Librarian: Let me check... Yes, it is available. I will issue it to you. Please return it within seven days.
Arsey: Of course. What happens if I return it late?
Librarian: There is a fine of five rupees per day for late returns. Please take care of the book.
Arsey: I will. Thank you very much.
Librarian: You're welcome. Enjoy your reading!
8
Write an essay on the effects of junk food on human health (~200 words).
8 marks
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Effects of Junk Food on Human Health
Junk food refers to food items that are high in calories, sugar, salt and unhealthy fats but low in nutritional value. In today's world, junk food has become extremely popular, especially among young people. However, its effects on human health are deeply concerning.
One of the most serious effects is obesity. Regular consumption of junk food leads to excessive weight gain because these foods are packed with calories and unhealthy fats. Obesity, in turn, increases the risk of serious diseases such as type-2 diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. Junk food also affects mental health — research shows that diets high in processed food are linked to depression and anxiety.
Furthermore, junk food is addictive. The combination of sugar and fat creates cravings, making it difficult to stop eating. This addiction leads to poor dietary habits, where nutritious foods are replaced by empty calories. Children who grow up on junk food often perform poorly in studies because their brains lack proper nutrition.
Therefore, it is essential to raise awareness about the dangers of junk food. Parents, schools and the government should promote healthy eating habits and restrict the availability of junk food, especially near schools.
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Reproduce the sentences as instructed.
6 × 1 = 6 marks
i
Anita never gets angry, _____? (Add question tag.)
does she?
💡 "Never" makes the sentence negative in meaning → positive tag. Simple present, third person → does she?
ii
By the time I reached home, my father _____ (leave) already home.
had already left
💡 "By the time I reached" (past) → father left BEFORE → past perfect → had already left.
iii
Sunaina came late to school. (Change into negative.)
Sunaina did not come late to school.
💡 Simple past negative → did not + base form.
iv
Krishna visits his grandfather once a month. (Change into 'How often' question.)
How often does Krishna visit his grandfather?
💡 Frequency → How often + does + subject + base verb?
v
The teacher said to the students, "Don't spend your valuable time on mobile." (Change into indirect speech.)
The teacher advised/told the students not to spend their valuable time on mobile.
💡 Negative imperative → advised/told + object + not to + base verb; "your" → "their".
vi
The culprit was sent to prison by the police. (Change into active voice.)
One evening in December I decided to see (a) no article (Ø) my friend, Renuka.
Renuka (b) who everyone called a notorious woman decided to celebrate her 25th birthday.
She invited her friends and relatives (c) to attend the party.
I met her and (d) wished her a happy birthday.
She was not happy (e) although it was a memorable moment.
Suddenly, a lady police officer appeared. She made Renuka (f) accept the case of damaging a minister's car due to reckless driving.
She (g) was taken to the police station.
The DSP said, "Renuka (h) must pay for the harm she has made."
If Renuka had driven carefully, she (i) would not have caused the accident.
Finally, she got the (j) worst penalty.
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Answer Key
(a) no article (Ø/a) — "my friend Renuka" is a name, but "see a friend" works with "a".
(b) who — relative pronoun referring to person (Renuka) as subject → "who".
(c) to — "invite + object + to + infinitive" → to attend.
(d) wished — simple past narration → "wished".
(e) although — contrast (not happy ALTHOUGH memorable) → "although".
(f) accept — make + object + bare infinitive → "accept".
(g) was taken — passive past, singular → "was taken".
(h) must — obligation/necessity → "must".
(i) would not have caused — third conditional (had driven = past perfect) → would not have + past participle.
(j) worst — superlative "the worst penalty" (severest).