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HSE +1 English Sample Questions
Question : The role of parenting has a greater significance in character building. Prepare a write-up in the light of the young seagull in ‘His First Flight’
Answer : Comprehensiveness of the content – 2 Organization – 2 Quality of language -2
Question : You have read the story ‘His First Flight’. Give an alternative title to it.
Question : Your friend is afraid to express his opinion in the presence of others. Give him two suggestions to overcome this problem.
Answer : Syntax and novelty – 1 Appropriateness of the language – 1
Question : “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” – Lao Tzu (Chinese philosopher and writer). How far is this statement true in the case of the young seagull in the story ‘His First Flight’. Write your answer in a paragraph of about 100 words.
Answer : Comprehensiveness – 2 Relevance of the traits cited – 2 Appropriateness of the expressions used – 2
Question : “The truest wisdom is resolute determination” is a quote by Napoleon Bonaparte. After reading the story of the young seagull “His First Flight” by Liam O’ Flaherty, prepare a speech to be presented in the class substantiating the need for self-determination in life.
Answer : Relevance of the content – 3 Comprehensiveness of the speech – 3 Appropriate language – 2
Question : G Madhavan Nair, the former Chairman of Indian Space Research Organization, visits your school as part of International Science Day Celebrations. Prepare four questions to be asked on that occasion and the expected responses also.
Answer : Appropriateness of language – 2 Logical responses – 2 Organization of ideas – 2 Structure of questions – 2
Question : Imagine that the science club of your school has decided to celebrate Dr Kalam’s birthday on the 15th October. On that day, the club has arranged the screening of a documentary on Dr Kalam. As the secretary of the club you are asked to deliver a short introductory speech on Dr Kalam. Prepare the script.
Answer : Relevance of the content – 2 Appropriate language – 2
Question : Prof Gopinath Muthukad visited your school to give a motivational class on the topic ‘Be Unique’. It inspired you and you decided to communicate your thoughts and ideas to your friend who is studying abroad. Draft an email to your friend.
Answer : Format of email – 1 Relevance of the content – 2 Appropriateness of the language -2
Question : Abdul Kalam says, “If you want to shine like a sun first burn like a sun”. You got inspired by the lesson ‘I Will Fly’ and you wish to write a letter to your friend who holds a pessimistic view of life. Draft the letter.
Answer : Format of the letter – salutation, body, subscription – 2 Ideas – 2 Logical presentation – 2
Question : “Every youth wants to be unique, that’s YOU!” The participation of youth in rescue activities in the flood affected areas of Kerala highlighted their uniqueness. You are deeply inspired by their activities. Prepare an email to your friend appreciating the uniqueness of youth in Kerala.
Answer : Format of email – 1 Relevance of the content – 2 Appropriateness of the language – 2
Question : Imagine yourself to be school leader who gets an opportunity to prepare a write-up to be posted in a school group in social media motivating students who are going to appear for the public examination. Draft a write-up on the same.
Answer : Comprehensiveness of the content – 2 Organization – 2 Quality of language – 2
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