Class 12 Question Paper 2025 English

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QUESTION
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Total number of pages - 16 CODE: 35T ENGL

2025

ENGLISH

Full Marks : 100

Pass Marks : 30

Time : Three hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks
for the questtons.

10
Q. No. 1 (Section--A (Reading Skill ))...
25
o. Nos. 2, 3 &% 4 (Section-B (Advanced Writing Skills )).......

Q. Nos. 5, 6, 7, 8& 9 Section-C (Grammor) .20

o. Nos. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 15 o 16 (Section-D (Textbooks ))..... 4
Total = 100

Con.d.
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SECTION-A

(Reading Skill : 10 Marks)
1. Read the following passage careBully and answer the questions
that follow:

1. Maharana Pratap ruled over Mewar only for 25 years.
However, he accomplished so much grandeur during his
reign that his glory surpassed the boundaries of countries
and time turning him into an immortal personality. He,
along with his kingdom, became a synonym for valour,
sacrifice and patriotism. Mewar had been a leading Rajput
kingdom even before Maharana Pratáp occupied the throne.
Kings of Mewar,with the cooperation of their nobles and
subjects, had established such traditions in the kingdom, as
augmented their magnificence, despite the hurdles of having
a smaller area under.their command and less population.
There did come a few thorny occasions when the flag of the
kingdom seemed sliding down. Their flag once again heaved
high in the sky, thanks to the gallantry and brilliance of the
people of Mewar
2. The destiny of Mewar was good in the sense that barring a
few kings, most of the rulers were competent and patriotic.
This glorious tradition of the kingdom almost continued
for 1500 years since its establishment, right from the reign
of Bappa Rawal. In fact, only 60 years before Maharana
Pratap, Rana Sanga drove the kingdonm to the pinnacle of
fame. His reputation went beyond Rajasthan arnd reached
Delhi. Two generations before him, Rana Kumbha had given
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a new stature to the kingdom through victories and
developmental work. During his reign literature and art
inclined
also progressed extraordinarily. Rana himself was
towards writing and his works are read with reverence,
was conducive
even today. The ambience of his kingdomn
literature.
to the Creation of high-guality work of art and
These accomplishments were the outcome of a long-standing
tradition sustained by several generations.
3. The life of the people of Mewar must have been peaceful
and prosperous during the long span of time, otherwise,
fields would
such extraordinary accomplishment in these their art and
reflected in
not have been possible. This is
literature as well 'as their loving nature. They compensate
pleasant
for lack of admirable physique by their firm but
lovely, thanks to
nature., The ambiènce of Mewar remains
the cheerful and liberal character of its people.
workmanship not
4. One may observe astonishing pieces of
also in public
only in the forts and palaces of Mewar but which are stilI
utility buildings. Ruins of many structures
fact that
standing tall in their grandeur are testimony to the
brave but also a seat
Mewar was not only the land of the
bloodshed,
of art and culture. Amidstaggression and
pursuits of
literature and art flourished and creative
literature and artists did not suffer. Imagine, how glorious
Stambha which
the period must have beern when the,Vijava
architecture even today,
is the sample of our great ancient
standing
was constructed. In the same fort, Kirti Stambha is
hioh reflecting how liberal the then administration was

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people from other
which allowed
and carry
carry Out
communities and
kingdoms to comein the construction work. It is
uselesstoindulge debate whether the Vijaya Stambha
the
Constructedfirst or the Kirti Stambha. The fact is that
Was
both the capitals standing side by side and reveal the
are

proximity between the king and the subjects of Mewar.
does not remain the same. Whereas the
5. The cycle of time
kingdom to
reign of Rana Sanga was CTuclal in raising the
History
the acme of glory, it also proved to be his nemesis.
brave
took a turn. The fortune of Mewar - the land of the
started waning. Rana tried to save the day with his acumen
which was running against the stream and the glorious
traditions for some time.

Questions:

(a) Who is the earliest king of Mewar mentioned in the passage ?
1

(b) What was Rana Kumbha's contribution to the glory of
Mewar ? 2

(c) Describe the life of people of 2
Mewar.
of
(d) How did the
people of Mewar compensate their lack
2
excellent physique ?
Stambha
(e) What does
the erection of Stambhaand Kirti
Vijaya 2
in the same fort
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signify ?
14|

() Find words from the passage which mean the same as each
of the following:
(i) efficient and capable (para 2)
(ii) evidence (para 4) Vax2=1

SECTION-B

(Advanced Writing Skills : 25 Marks)

school
2. Design a poster in not more than 50 words for your
library on the value of books and goodreading habits. Youmay
5
use slogans.
OR

pm)
Water supply will be suspended for eight hours (10am to 6 in
25 for cleaning of the water tank. Write a notice
on 5th April'
day.
about 50words advising the residents to store water for a
You are Janak/Janaki, Secretary, Prasanti Housing Society. 5

earthquakes, floods
3. Keeping in view the trequent occurrence of
torrential rains in different parts of the country, your schoo!
and
arranged atalk on disaster nmanagement. The speaker explained
measures to be taken by the public and the
the precautionary
government in case of emergency. As astudent reporter,
prepare
a report on the talk in 10-125 words, to be published in 10
your
school magazine.
Contd.
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OR

A major bus mishap which left several people seriously injured
took place in Numaligarh. Luckily no life was lost. Collect the
information from the evewitnesses and send a report in 100-125
words to The Sentinel' 10

4. A newly established Museum of Indian History and Culture in
city requires ageneral manager for the Museum. Write
application, along with your detailed resume, to the Director in
response to the advertisement applying for the post. 10

OR

Write a letter to the Editor of "The Assam Tribune' highligh ting
the importance of proper garbage disposal with an aim tocreate
awareness among the city residents in you° city. You are Kamal/
Karabi. 10

SECTION-C

(Graiar : 20 Marks)

5. Change the form of the narration of amy two of the following
sentences: 2x2=4

(a) He said tothe boys, "Let us start at once, otherwise we may
miss the train".

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(b) Binmal told Gopal that he was the first boy in the class and
he would remain so till he left the school.
heard a noise. She said
(c) Macbeth asked his wife whether she
wash your hands".
to him, "Go back and wash

6. Change the voice of amuy tlree of the following sentences
1×3=3

(a) Summon the fire brigade.

(b) Sita always plays the sitar.

(c) He has kept me waiting here.

(d) The team is developing the software.

(e) The house was blown doWn.

() Why wasn't the matter brought to my notice ?

7. Rewrite aufiveof the folowing sentences using the verbs given
1x5=5
in brackets in their correct forms:
(believe) inGod.
(a) Most of the people in India

(b) We two (be) friends for ages.

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for office, it still (rain).
(c) When he started
(wait).
(d) Hurry up, thetaxi
(request) him, he would have helped you.
(e) If you
(can) help you.
() Iwish
(meet) a magician in the bazaar.
(g) The other day I ........
soon as he (come).
(h) Please ring me up as

the blanks
8. Rewrite any four of thefollowing sentences filling in 1x4=4
with appropriate prepositions:

truth.
(a) Your story is devoid

(b) Hydrogen combines to form water.
OXygen
nuclear fusion.
(c) Prof. Singh delivered a lecture

(d) He has been ill last three years.

(e) Last night a thief broke my house.

() The examination is hand.

(g) He is trial nOw.

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directed :
9. Kewrite amy four of the following sentences as
1x4=4

mind ?
(a) Can anyone take failure with an easy
(Make it an assertive sentence)

(b) You may go anywhere.
(Make it a complex sentence)

student.
(c) You can be allowed here only if you are a
(Make it a simple sentence)

(d) Platinum is more valuable than gold.
(Use the positive degree)

(e) Everybody loves flowers
(Make it interrogative)

(O It is a matter of joy that we won the Champions Trophy.
(Make it an exclamatory sentence)

(e) I offended him by doing this.
(Make it a compound sentence)

(h) We often go out tor dinner on weekends
(Add aquestion tag)

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SECTION-D
(Textbooks : 45 Marks)

10. Read oue of the followng tdts and answer the questions
that follow :

(A) but after the airport's

security check, standing a few yards away,
Ilooked again at her, warn, pale
as a late winter's moon and felt that old
familiar ache, my childhood's fear,
but allIsaid was , see you SOon,

Amma,
all I did was smile and smile and
smile.....
(a) What did the poet do affer the
securitv check ?
(b) Why did the POet compare her mothers face to a late
winter' smoon ? 2

(c) What is her
childhood's fear ? 1

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OR

(B) For once on the face of the Earth
let's not speak in any language,
let's stop for one second,
and not move our arms so muCh.

(a) Name the poet. 1

(b) "Let's not speak in any language, says the poet. Why 2?

(c) What do you understand by face of the Earth ?
1

questions in 30-40 words:
11. Answer any three of the following
2x3=6

() Why are the Young Trees described as 'sprinting?
of indulging
(ii) What alternatives does the poet suggest instead
Quiet'?
in wars in the poem Keeping
poet use to describe the beautiful
(iii) What image does te
earth ?
bounty of the
´mighty dead' 2
(ip) Why is 'grandeur assoCiated with the

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() How did the travellers on the highways react to the roadside
stand ?

What
(vi) \What does the expression 'polished traffic' refer to ?
does it reveal about city people ?

1x5=5
12. Answer ayfive of the following questions:
(a) What makes the city of Firozabad famous?

(b) What did Hauser bring ?

(c) Who were ready to follow Gandhi into jail ?

(d) What was Mukeshs dream ?

(e) What are mahseers?

() What was the name of Geoff's younger brother ?

(g) What's the meaning of the word 'gawky' ?
(a) Introvert

(b) Ugly
(c) Trustworthy

(i:) At what time of the year was the North Bank 'delightful'?

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come from ?
(1) For last tWO vears. whoro did al| bad news

2x5=10
13. Answer any five in 30-40 words
even
(a) Franz thinks, "Will they make them sing in German,
the pigeons ?" What could this mean ?
where John
(b) Give a description of Bunglow at Gauhati
Rowntree stayed.
case to
(c) Why did Gandhijifeel that taking the Chamnparan
the court was useless ?
was resolute ?
(d) How did Rajkumar Shukla establish that he

(e) Why did Jansie discourage Sophie from having dreams ?

() 'Garbage to them is gold. How do ragpickers of Seemapuri
survive?

Saheb's name
(g) Describe the irony in

(h) Why was Sophie jealous of Geoffs silence 2

14. Answer ay 0ne of the following questions in 80-100 words :
1x5=5

(a) Give acharacter Sketch of M. Hamel

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|13] Contd.

experiencesS of the floods on the North
(b) Describe the author's
monsoon.
Bank of the Brahmaputaduring the

(c) Give an account of Ganan1ji's efforts to secure justice for
the poor indigo sharecroppers of Champaran ?

15. Answer any one of the folloWing questions in 125-150 words:
1x7=7

(a) Why did Dr. Sadao Hoki go to America ? Narrate his
experiences there.

(b) Describe how Mr. Lamb and Derry's conversation bring
about a change in Derry's views towards life.

(c) What is Kati Bihu's significance ? How is Kati Bihu
celebrated in Assam ?

16. Answer any four of the following questions in 30-40 words :
2x4=8

(a) Briefly describe the custom of 'magan' or begging
associated with the Kacharies.

(b) Who is Derry ? How does Derry get into Lamb's garden?
(c) How did the Tiger King meet his ena

(d) Why did Zitkala-Sa feel uncomfortable in the dining room ?

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(e) What advice did
Annan offer Bama ?
) Why does Derry's mother oppose his going back to the old
man's garden ?
(8) Who was Hana ? What did she notice coming out of the
mist ?

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