Kerala Plus Two Question Paper 2025 English Communicative

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Kerala Board of Public
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Reg. No. : ......................................

Name : ...........................................

SECOND YEAR HIGHER SECONDARY EXAMINATION, MARCH 2025

Part – III Time : 2 Hours
COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH Cool-off time : 15 Minutes
Maximum : 60 Scores

General Instructions to Candidates :
 There is a ‘Cool-off time’ of 15 minutes in addition to the writing time.
 Use the ‘Cool-off time’ to get familiar with questions and to plan your answers.
 Read questions carefully before answering.

Answer any 9 questions from 1-10. Each carries 1 score. (9  1 = 9)
1. ________ they tried their best, they couldn’t solve the puzzle.
(a) Similarly (b) Although
(c) However (d) But

2. In which situation is it appropriate to use “LOL” ?
(a) During a formal business email.
(b) When replying to a funny meme in a group chat.
(c) While writing a research paper.
(d) In a legal document.

3. What action do users typically take to receive updates from a website or channel,
ensuring they don’t miss new content ?
(a) Like (b) Share
(c) Subscribe (d) Chat

4. Today almost all the villages face acute water shortage and contamination of
groundwater. Which could be an ideal solution to the problem from among the
following ?
(a) Urbanisation
(b) Building more shopping malls
(c) Implementing rainwater harvesting
(d) Industrialisation
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5. Which of the following phrases is an example of informal register ?
(a) Hi guys (b) A very good evening to all of you
(c) Ladies and Gentlemen (d) Yours sincerely

6. Identify the odd one from the following :
(a) knee (b) knob
(c) knife (d) kind

7. Fill in the blank with the right word from the given list :
My friend, Rithika likes to be the centre of _________ wherever she goes.
(a) attention (b) amusement
(c) affection (d) humour

8. _________ is an adjective connected with danger.
(a) Obedient (b) Brave
(c) Shy (d) Generous

9. Which of the following is an example of an overstatement, where something is
exaggerated ?
(a) “I am so hungry I could eat a horse.”
(b) “The water is very wet.”
(c) “The sun sets beautifully.”
(d) “Oh! This is just a scratch”

10. Complete the simile.
“As cool as _________.”
(a) a cucumber (b) a lemon
(c) a mirror (d) a feather

Answer any 3 questions from 11 to 14. Each carries 2 scores. (3  2 = 6)
11. How do you respond to the following statements ?
(a) “That was an excellent speech you gave!”
(b) “This really looks like a fancy watch. It must be quite expensive!”

12. Complete the first two lines of the following Limerick :
“There was a lion who could ________
____________________________.”

13. Pick out the correct phrasal verb from the brackets and fill in the blanks.
(a) You should try _______ the amount of sugar you consume for better health.
(cutting down / using up)
(b) Please don’t forget to _______ the lights when you leave the room.
(turn off/ turn on)

14. “My class teacher is always patient.” Justify your opinion by describing a situation
where you observed his/her patience.

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Answer any 3 questions from 15 to 18. Each carries 4 scores. (3  4 = 12)
15. A debate is being conducted in your class on the topic “The use of hashtag is
ruining the English language”. Write 4 arguments to validate your view. You could
focus on aspects such as the loss of grammatical structure, the rise of slang, or how
hashtags might limit the depth of expression.

16. Identify the tone of the following sentences :
(a) Please lend me 100 rupees.
(b) Will you show me your new project ?
(c) What a beautiful dress!
(d) It is rather hot in April, isn’t it ?

17. Describe your best friend. Specify why they are special, their appearance, character,
funny habits and the awesome things they do as a great friend.

18. The NSS unit of your school is manufacturing dish wash as a fund raising activity.
Draft an advertisement to be displayed on the school notice board highlighting the
name of the product, its features, available quantity, offer, etc.

Answer any 3 questions from 19 to 22. Each carries 5 scores. (3  5 = 15)
19. Edit the Email :
Subject : Hello
Hey John,
I hope you are doing well, I would like to discuss about the new project with you. Can
you plz come over 2moro ? C you soon.

Sincerely,
Emily

20. Explain how excessive use of social media can impact mental health, and suggest
strategies to maintain a healthy balance between online and offline activities.

21. You are conducting a survey in connection with the Earth Day’s theme for 2025,
which is “Our power, Our Planet”. Draft 5 questions to be included in the survey to
protect mother Earth and promotes sustainable living by ending plastic pollution.
[Hints : recycling habits, awareness of environmental impact, willingness to adopt
sustainable practices, etc.]

22. Write an article about the amazing benefits of laughter. Mention how it lights up our
lives and acts as a medicine.
[Hints : Stress relief, relaxes whole body, boosts immune system, prevents heart
disease, burns calories, helps to live longer.]

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Answer any 3 questions from 23 to 26. Each carries 6 scores. (3  6 = 18)
23. It is important to creatively communicate the environmental impact and encourage
people to practice green protocol. Draft a leaflet that leaves a lasting impression and
inspires positive change among the youngsters.

24. (a) Write the Phonetic transcription of the words given below :
(1) School
(2) Night
(3) Cut
(b) Write the orthographic version of the given words.
(1) /gri:n/
(2) /nekst/
(3) /gǝǝ/

25. Draft a persuasive speech addressing the importance of Environmental protection in
the light of the recent landslide in Wayanad. Propose measures to ensure the safety
and sustainability of such regions.
[Hints : Conservation of wildlife & biodiversity, sustainable tourism practices, raising
awareness, using renewable energy, waste management, afforestation]

26. Write a profile using the following data :
Full Name : Parattu Raveendran Sreejesh
Born : May 8, 1986
Ernakulam, Kerala
Nationality : Indian
Trained at : GV Raja Sports School, Thiruvanathapuram
Sports : Hockey
Role : Goalkeeper

Awards and Achievements :
 Received Arjuna Award in 2013
 Padma Shri in 2017
 Played a key role in India’s victory in 2013 Asia Cup
 Three time Olympian
 Former Indian Hockey Captain
 Athlete of the year, World Games awards 2022
 Male Goalkeeper of the year, FIH Awards 2022 & 2024
 The first Keralite to win 2 Olympic medals
______________

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