Class 12 Question Paper 2024 English Core

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2024

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ENGLISH (Core)

Time allowed : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 80

General Instructions :
Read the following instructions very carefully and strictly follow them :
(i) This question paper has 13 questions. All questions are compulsory.
(ii) This question paper contains three sections Section A : Reading Skills,
Section B : Creative Writing Skills and Section C : Literature.
(iii) Attempt all questions based on specific instructions for each part. Write the
correct question number and part thereof in your answer sheet.
(iv) Separate instructions are given with each question/part, wherever necessary.
(v) Adhere to the prescribed word limit while answering the questions.

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SECTION A
Reading Skills (22 marks)

1. Read the following passage carefully : 12

(1) The term Artificial Intelligence spells a future in which this emerging
technology will impact every aspect of human existence. In fact, little
do we know, it has already crept into our lives, slowly, but surely. Look
around you education, health care, industry, innovation, robots,
robotic surgeries, transportation, home service it s already there. It
will change the lifestyle of everyone from the technology industry to
normal people.

(2) The past fifteen years have seen considerable AI advances in education.
You enter school and AI takes your attendance using face recognition.
Various applications are in wide use by educators and learners today.
AI technologies assist teachers in the classroom. Learning at home is
likely to expand significantly, along with learning based on virtual
reality applications. Though quality education will always require
active engagement by human teachers, AI promises to enhance
education at all levels, especially by providing personalization at scale.

(3) The evolution of new technologies, mobile, and the Internet are
changing lifestyles. Artificial intelligence is playing an important role
in every sector such as banking, driving, education, e-commerce,
electronics, robotics. Systems of artificial intelligence are aiming to
stimulate execution and decision-making that is human-like. In
targeted applications, substantial increases in the future uses of AI
technologies, including more driverless cars, healthcare diagnostics and
targeted treatments, and physical assistance for elder care can be
expected. AI and robotics will also be applied across the globe in
industries struggling such as agriculture, food processing and factories.
They will facilitate delivery of online purchases through flying drones,
self-driving trucks or robots.

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(4) AI-based applications could improve health outcomes and quality of life
for millions of people in the coming years prime applications include
clinical decision support, patient monitoring and coaching, automated
devices to assist in surgery or patient care, and management of
healthcare systems. Recent successes, such as mining social media to
infer possible health risks, machine learning to predict patients at risk,
and robotics to support surgery have expanded a sense of possibility for
AI in healthcare.

(5) People s future relationships with machines will become ever more
personalized as AI systems learn to adapt to individual personalities,
ambitions and goals. These AI applications will help monitor people s
well-being, alert them to the impending risks, and deliver services
when needed or wanted.
Answer the following questions, based on the above passage :

(i) Select the word that most appropriately defines Artificial
Intelligence today. 1
(A) rewarding
(B) universal
(C) luxurious
(D) temporary

(ii) What is the connection between face recogni
and AI ? 1

(iii) Which one of the following do you infer from para 2 ? 1
(A) School education will become a virtual engagement.
(B) The teacher will be replaced by AI.
(C) Human teachers will play a passive role in the classroom.
(D) Human teachers are irreplaceable.

(iv) Share evidence from the text, in about 40 words, about how AI can
support the field of education. 2

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(v) The phrase stimulate execution in para 3 nearly means : 1

(A) imitate creations

(B) strategise destructions

(C) shake inventions

(D) motivate implementation

(vi) With evidence from the text, explain in about 40 words, two ways in
which AI will help in the healthcare sector. 2

(vii) According to the passage, why does the author conclude that people s
relationships with machines will become more personalised ? 2

(viii) Complete the following statement : 1

AI will make the commercial supply chain smoother by ___________.

(ix) Read the five headlines given below (I V) : 1

I. AI WILL IMPACT EVERY ASPECT OF OUR LIVES

II. AI WILL BE A BOON TO THE MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS

III. SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS WILL BE CONTROLLED BY AI

IV. AI IS A MAJOR REASON FOR RISING UNEMPLOYMENT
TODAY

V. FACTORY OWNERS WILL NOT USE AI FOR FEAR OF ITS
UNPREDICTABILITY

Identify the option that displays the headline/s that does/do not
correspond with occurrences in the passage.

(A) only V

(B) II and III

(C) IV and V

(D) III, IV and V
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2. Read the following passage carefully : 10

(1) A recent survey conducted by an independent research firm sought to
measure levels of happiness among youth aged 16 24 years in seven
countries. The findings revealed some intriguing insights into what
makes to youth happiest, as well as which factors influence their
overall well-being. In India, an overwhelming majority of the youth
reported feeling satisfied with their lives, with 87% rating of their

identified as the primary source of happiness for 66%, followed by
family support (89%), having a purpose in life (50%), and work or
studies (40%). Unfortunately, 65% reported feeling stress related to
academic performance or workload, while 25% reported feeling lonely.
These figures point to a need for increased mental health support
.

(2) These surveys also revealed that family support is an important
source of contentment for young people across countries. In Europe,
59% of respondents said that their families were a major source of
happiness; in France this figure was 67%, and 63% in Germany. In
North America, 64% rated family as an important factor for
well-being in Canada, while 61% did so in the United States.
Similarly, 89% of survey respondents in India named family support
as a major contributor to their overall contentment level.

(3) It is clear that stress has a significant impact on the happiness of
today s youth. The findings suggest that young people need better
resources to manage their mental health and well-being. This may
include access to counselling services, mindfulness activities and
support groups to help them cope with challenging circumstances. It
is also important to provide financial support so as to reduce some of
the economic pressures.

(4) In India, 65% of youth surveyed reported feeling anxious about their
academic performance or workload, while 25% felt lonely. These
figures are especially significant given how important family support
is for young people s overall contentment.
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Answer the following questions, based on the above passage :
(i) What are the two findings that the survey mentioned in paragraph 1
reveals ? Answer in about 40 words. 2
(ii) It is also important to
provide financial support so as to reduce some of the economic
pressures 2
(iii) Elaborate giving data, tress has a significant
impact on the happiness of today s youth. 1
(iv) Which of the following factors, with reference to the given passage,
does not play a substantial role in the well-being of Indian youth ? 1
(A) Family support and strong ties
(B) Social connection and technology
(C) Books and literature
(D) Economic stability
(v) State whether True or False, with reference to the given passage :
It is not necessary to provide financial support to the youth as only
academic performance plays an upper hand in deciding the stress
level. 1
(vi) What are the top choices which are of maximum value to today s
youth ? 1
I. Collectivism
II. Social media
III. Individualistic society
IV. Family ties
Options :
(A) I and II (B) II and III
(C) I and IV (D) II and IV
(vii) The mental health of today s youth can be managed by resources
like __________ and __________. 1
(viii) Write the following sources that provide happiness to today s youth
in descending order : 1
(a) purposefulness (b) financial status
(c) family support (d) stress

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SECTION B
Creative Writing Skills (18 marks)

3. Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in about 50 words. 4

(a) To encourage students to participate in outdoor activities, your
school has planned a 7-day trek to Rohtang Pass for students of
classes VIII X during the summer vacation. Write a notice for the
school notice board giving all the necessary information. You are
Raghav/Ragini, Secretary Trekking Club, Amar Bahadur School.

OR
(b) The problem of the resident parking of vehicles, often leading to
minor scuffles, has become a source of growing concern. As Secretary
of Goodwill Flats Welfare Association, Shripur, write a notice
informing the residents about a meeting to discuss the problem and
find an acceptable solution. Invent necessary details.

4. Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in about 50 words. 4

(a) You are the Student Head, Cultural Affairs Club at Newton Public
School. The school is holding its annual function on Saturday,
April 20th, 2024 at 11 am. The Honourable Education Minister,
Dr. Shah has consented to be the Chief Guest. Design an invitation
card to be sent to the parents and other invitees. Mention necessary
details.

OR
(b) You are a renowned doctor and have been invited by your school
alumni as Chief Guest to the Annual Graduation Ceremony of Green
School on Sunday, March 24th, 2024. Write a letter to the President
of the Alumni Association expressing your inability to attend due to
a prior commitment. Also convey your congratulations to the
graduating students.

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5. Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in 120 150 words. 5

(a) You are Amar/Anita, a fresh MBA graduate from Singla Institute of
Management, Khushbagh. You saw the given advertisement in a
newspaper and wish to apply for the position advertised. Write a
letter to India Helptel Company along with your bio-data,
expressing your interest in the advertised post.

MANAGEMENT TRAINEES REQUIRED
by
INDIA HELPTEL COMPANY
for its
INDIA-WIDE LOGISTICS Department
Whom Do We Need
Fresh MBA Graduates
Specialization in Marketing
Skills Excellent communication skills, both
written and verbal
Languages English and State language

OR

(b) An increase in the number of vehicles on the road has increased
instances of traffic snarls, road rage and accidents. Write a letter to
the editor of a national daily showing your concern and examining
the reasons for such behaviour. Provide suggestions on how to
manage the situation. Use the given cues along with your own ideas
to compose the letter. You are Brinda/Bharat.

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REASONS
Increase in vehicles
More cars per family
Budgeted cab services
People not adhering to traffic rules

SUGGESTIONS
Improve traffic management during peak
hours
Stricter implementation of laws
Role of media in creating awareness

6. Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in 120 150 words. 5

(a) India is emerging as one of the most popular tourist destinations in
the world. Write an article
Visitors . You are Leela/Laksh. Use the given cues along with your
own ideas to compose the article.

Importance
The new influx generates jobs for local people
Local culture, food and handicrafts promoted
Medical, religious and ecotourism bring India on the
world map
What needs to be done
Strengthening the efforts of the authorities
Medi in creating awareness
Information centres to be created for all tourists

OR

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(b) The senior residents of your colony have initiated a Reading Club for
the children of a neighbourhood slum. As Ramesh/Ranjita, the local
correspondent of the neighbourhood newsletter, write a report
covering the project. Support your ideas with the cues given below.

S
2 hour voluntary service on Sunday
morning
Support reading of school texts
Comprehension quizzing
Read newspaper share information
encourage discussion

SECTION C
Literature (40 marks)
7. Read the following extracts and answer the questions for any one of the
given two, (a) or (b) : 6

(a) A thing of beauty is a joy forever
Its loveliness increases, it will never
Pass into nothingness; but will keep
A bower quiet for us, and a sleep
Full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing.
(A Thing of Beauty)

(i) Which of the following themes is best represented in the given
extract ? 1
(A) Beauty provides security and peace.
(B) Beauty lies in possession of expensive things.
(C) Beauty is synonymous with power and riches.
(D) Beauty lies in our rich heritage and palaces and temples.

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(ii) Complete the following sentence appropriately. 1
A thing of beauty never passes into nothingness because it
is ___________.

(iii) Quiet b
or in the woods. This creates a sense of __________. 1

(iv) State whether the given statement is True or False with
reference to the extract. 1
The quality of a thing ensures that its beauty lasts forever.

(v) Based on the rhyme scheme in lines 3 and 4 of the given
extract, which word will rhyme with them ? 1
(A) please
(B) sweep
(C) help
(D) self

(vi) The use of the word health in the extract suggests that
beautiful things will give us a happier and more wholesome
life. It creates a powerful image of _____________. 1
(A) rejuvenation
(B) attachment
(C) long life
(D) eternity
OR

(b) a screen,
Bright topaz denizens of a world of green.
They do not fear the men beneath the tree;
They pace in sleek chivalric certainty.

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(i) Which of the following are
extract above ? 1
I. masculine world
II. feminine world
III. world of bold, fearless creatures
IV. world of beautiful handicrafts
(A) I, II and III
(B) II, III and IV
(C) III and IV
(D) I, III and IV

(ii) State whether the given statement is True or False. 1
The creator of the tigers was fearless and assertive like the
tigers.

(iii) Complete the following sentence. 1

on the screen is ___________.

(iv) neath the tree 1
(A) tamed
(B) in a cage
(C) fearless
(D) kings of the jungle

(v) Based on the rhyme scheme evident in lines 1 and 2,
which of the following will rhyme ? 1
mean, akin, cream

(vi) Chivalric certainty refers to which poetic device ? 1
(A) Alliteration
(B) Metaphor
(C) Simile
(D) Repetition
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8. Read the following extracts and answer the questions for any one of the
given two, (a) or (b) : 4

(a) Derry : I. .I thought
know there was anybody here.

Mr. Lamb : ?

Derry : I thought it was empty .an empty house.

Mr. Lamb : rden. It is empty.

and likely to stop. A day like this. Beautiful day. Not a
day to be indoors.

Derry : [Panic]
(On The Face Of It)

(i) Derry was stammering because of : 1
(A) a speech defect.
(B) excitement.
(C) anger.
(D) fear.

(ii) Complete the sentence appropriately. 1

Derry insisted on going back because __________.

(iii) Mr. Lamb was trying to tell Derry that : 1
(A) it was a matter of perception.
(B) Derry could stay with him.
(C) he spent all his days in the garden.
(D) he was fond of company.

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(iv) From the extract, one can infer that Mr. Lamb was a/an : 1

(A) compassionate man.

(B) mysterious character.

(C) new neighbour.

(D) unreasonable man.

OR

(b) ned at Grand Central. One night last
summer I worked late at the office. I was in a hurry to get uptown to
my apartment so I decided to take the subway from Grand Central

ordinary guy named Charley, thirty-one years old, and I was wearing
a tan gabardine suit and a straw hat with a fancy band; I passed a
dozen men who looked just like me. (The Third Level)

(i) List any two details about how Charley was dressed up. 1

(ii) Charley decided to use the subway because it was : 1

(A) quicker.

(B) cheaper.

(C) more fashionable.

(D) safer.

(iii) Complete the following sentence appropriately. 1

of _________.

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(iv) Which time frame is represented through the kind of outfit
mentioned in the extract ? 1

(A) pre world war era

(B) the present times

(C) the eighteenth century

(D) in the future

9. Read the following extracts and answer the questions for any one of the
given two, (a) or (b) : 6

(a) They have lived here for more than thirty years without an identity,

without permits but with ration cards that get their names on voters

lists and enable them to buy grain. Food is more important for

survival than identity. If at the end of the day we can feed our

families and go to bed without an aching stomach, we would rather

live here than in the fields that gave us no grain, say a group of

women in tattered saris when I asked them why they left their

beautiful land of green fields and rivers. Wherever they find food,

they pitch their tents. (Lost Spring)

(i) The ragpickers have been living there for ____________
decades. 1

(A) three

(B) four

(C) two

(D) five

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(ii) Why do these people have ration cards ? 1

(iii)
? 1

(iv) In spite of the hardships, they are not willing to go back to
their homeland because __________. 1

(v) The women had a/an __________ approach towards life. 1
(A) idealistic
(B) passive
(C) indifferent
(D) practical

(vi)
indicate ? 1

OR

(b) Their spontaneous demonstration, in thousands, around the
courthouse was the beginning of their liberation from fear of the
British.

them regulate the crowd. He was polite and friendly. He was giving
them concrete proof that their might, hitherto dreaded and
unquestioned, could be challenged by Indians.
The government was baffled. The prosecutor requested the judge to
postpone the trial. Apparently, the authorities wished to consult their
superiors.
(Indigo)

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(i) The result of the demonstration was that _________. 1

(ii) The participants of the spontaneous demonstration were : 1

(A) .

(B) people of Champaran.

(C) Indigo landowners.

(D) Indian soldiers.

(iii) Gandhi cooperated with the British by : 1

(A) not going to the court.

(B) remaining quiet when he was accused.

(C) helping to manage the mob of people.

(D) leaving Champaran for Delhi.

(iv) The statement Apparently, the authorities wished to consult
their superiors was indicative of the Britisher 1

(v)
means : 1

(A) strengthened.

(B) disgusted.

(C) frightened.

(D) confused.

(vi) Whose ? 1

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10. Answer any five of the following six questions in 40 50 words each : 5 2=10

(i) What inference can you
?

(ii) We miss a thing when we are in fear of losing it. Substantiate this

in the story suddenly realised how precious their language was to
them.

(iii) What did the peddler say in his defence when it was clear that he
was not the person the ironmaster thought him to be ? (The Rattrap)

(iv) That F (Poets and Pancakes)

(v) What according to Umberto Eco is the belief that most journalists
and publishers have ? (The Interview)

(vi) It is said that the
? (My Mother at Sixty-six)

11. Answer any two of the following three questions in 40 50 words each : 2 2=4

(i) What confusion does the Dewan have when the Tiger King broaches
the topic of his marriage ? (The Tiger King)

(ii) My Antarctic experience was full of such epiphanies, says Tishani
Doshi. Which experience does she consider the best and why ?

(Journey to the End of the Earth)

(iii) Zitkala- mula the hardest trial in that
first d ?

(Memories of Childhood)

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12. Answer any one of the following two questions in 120 150 words : 5

(a) Thing of Be

Pen down your advice in a letter to Frost on how to deal with
sadness. You may begin this way :
Dear Robert,

I have

You may end this way :
Despite the fact that our lives are full of sorrow and suffering, the
beautiful things around us give us the strength to endure the sadness
of life.
Warmly
John Keats
OR

(b)
Mother at Sixty-
the different ways each poem addresses the concept of struggle and
resilience.

13. Answer any one of the following two questions in 120 150 words : 5

(a) Dr. Sadao is disturbed and in a dilemma since he has decided to help
the enemy soldier. Describe his conflict and the challenges faced in
the form of a diary entry.
OR

(b) , reality and fantasy are interwoven.
Justify.

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