Maharashtra Board Class 12 English Section 1 Prose Chapter 1.8 Voyaging Towards Excellence Solutions

12th Std English Chapter 1.8 Brainstorming Question Answer

 

Question 1. There are different ways to travel from one place to another for different purposes. Discuss with your partner and match the words given in table A with their meanings in table B:

A	B
(a) Cruise	(i) a long journey on a ship
(b) Expedition	(ii) a short visit to an outdoor place where people celebrate, enjoy and eat meals
(c) Camp	(iii) a brief pleasure outdoor visit
(d) Trip	(iv) a short journey to a place with a particular purpose
(e) Excursion	(v) a place usually away from urban areas where tents are erected for shelter
(f) Picnic	(vi) a journey especially by a group of people, for a specific purpose
(g) Voyage	(vii) a journey on a boat or ship to a number of places

Answer:
(a) Cruise - a journey on a boat or ship to a number of places
(b) Expedition - a journey, especially by a group of people, for a specific purpose
(c) Camp - a place usually away from urban areas where tents are erected for shelter
(d) Trip - a brief pleasure outdoor visit
(e) Excursion - a short journey to a place with a particular purpose
(f) Picnic - a short visit to an outdoor place where people celebrate, enjoy, and eat meals
(g) Voyage - a long journey on a ship
In simple words: This question requires matching travel terms with their definitions. Understanding these terms helps in describing different types of journeys accurately.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to keywords in the definitions to ensure correct matching. For example, "ship" for cruise/voyage, "purpose" for expedition/trip, and "shelter" for camp.

 

Question 2. Discuss the following with your partner and complete the web.
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक वेब आरेख है जिसके केंद्र में "Qualities required for excellence" लिखा है। केंद्र से बाईं ओर "Vision" और दाईं ओर "Hard Work" के लिए तीर जा रहे हैं। "Vision" के नीचे तीन खाली आयत हैं, और "Hard Work" के नीचे भी तीन खाली आयत हैं। यह छात्रों को उत्कृष्टता के लिए आवश्यक गुणों को भरने का निर्देश देता है।
Answer:
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक पूर्ण वेब आरेख है जो उत्कृष्टता के लिए आवश्यक गुणों को दर्शाता है। केंद्र में "Qualities required for Excellence" लिखा है, जिससे बाईं ओर "Vision", "Curiosity", "Humility", "Equality" और दाईं ओर "Hard Work", "Team Work", "Humanity", "Rationality" जुड़े हुए हैं। यह आरेख स्पष्ट रूप से उन विभिन्न गुणों को प्रस्तुत करता है जो उत्कृष्टता प्राप्त करने के लिए महत्वपूर्ण हैं।
In simple words: This web diagram illustrates various essential qualities needed to achieve excellence, encompassing both individual traits and collaborative attributes.

🎯 Exam Tip: When completing web diagrams, ensure all connecting nodes are logically filled and contribute to the central theme. Use clear and concise terms for each quality.

 

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Question (i) Upbringing plays a very important role in shaping one's life.
help of the following points and have a debate on it:

In favour of the topic	Against the topic
1. Provides a healthy atmosphere	1. Achievers can be successful in any atmosphere
2. Makes you confident	2. They are self confident, reliant and dependent
3. Helps in finding the role model	3. They become role models for others
4. Helps to follow the footsteps of successful people	4. They set an example for others

Answer: The teacher will form two groups in the class. One group will speak in favour of the above topic while the other will speak against it. Debate brings out different perspectives, it does not mean one is right and the other is wrong. You can take help of the following points and have a debate on it:
In simple words: This activity involves a classroom debate on the role of upbringing in shaping one's life, using provided points for both 'for' and 'against' arguments to encourage diverse perspectives.

🎯 Exam Tip: For debate questions, presenting a balanced view with strong arguments from both sides, even if you lean towards one, shows critical thinking. Support your points with logical reasoning.

 

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Question (i) Make a list of great Indian and foreign personalities who had a great impact on Achyut Godbole during his childhood.
Answer:

Poets	Vinda Karandikar, Mangesh Padgaonkar, Vasant Bapat, Keshavsut
Writers	Charles Dickens, Thomas Hardy, Mardhekar
Musicians	Mozart, Pt. Kumar Gandharv, Pt. Bhimsen Joshi, Pt. Jasraj
Dramatists	Shakespeare
Painters	Van Gogh, Michaelangelo

In simple words: This list identifies key poets, writers, musicians, dramatists, and painters, both Indian and foreign, who significantly influenced Achyut Godbole during his formative years.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to list names, ensure correct spelling and categorize them as requested (e.g., poets, writers) to demonstrate organized knowledge.

 

Question (ii) Find the different techniques used by the writer to learn Science and Mathematics.
Answer: The different techniques used by the writer to learn Science and Mathematics are:
(a) The writer used to appreciate the inherent beauty of these subjects.
(b) He found Newton's law of motion beautiful and the Pythagorean Theorem elegant.
(c) The writer loved solving problems of Mathematics of the 9th standard when he was in the 7th.
(d) He used to love solving problems and used to enjoy finding out the most elegant method of solving them, even though they were not a part of the curriculum.
In simple words: The writer's learning techniques for Science and Mathematics involved appreciating their intrinsic beauty, enjoying problem-solving, and exploring elegant solutions beyond the curriculum, even at a young age.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on identifying the underlying motivations and approaches rather than just listing activities. Highlighting "inherent beauty" and "elegant methods" are key points here.

 

Question (iii) The writer faced numerous problems while communicating in English because-
Answer:
(a) He had his entire education in Marathi.
(b) His vocabulary was very weak, and pronunciation was terrible.
(c) His construction of sentences was very awkward.
In simple words: The writer struggled with English communication due to his Marathi-medium education, limited vocabulary, poor pronunciation, and awkward sentence structure.

🎯 Exam Tip: When describing reasons for a problem, ensure you list distinct and contributing factors. Specific details like "Marathi education" and "awkward sentence construction" are important.

 

Question (iv) The writer was completely stumped because his:
Answer:
(a) vocabulary was very weak
(b) spoken English was quite pathetic
(c) pronunciation was terrible
(d) construction of sentences was very awkward
In simple words: The writer felt completely confused and unable to respond effectively because his English vocabulary was poor, his spoken English was pathetic, his pronunciation was terrible, and his sentence construction was awkward.

🎯 Exam Tip: For multiple-choice or fill-in-the-blank questions based on comprehension, re-read the relevant section of the text to confirm all listed points are accurate and directly address the prompt.

 

Question (v) Due to the writer's pathetic English speaking style, he:
Answer:
(a) felt quite lonely and terrified, in Mumbai in general, and IIT in particular.
(b) developed an inferiority complex
(c) felt depressed and diffident.
(d) wanted to run away from IIT and even Mumbai.
In simple words: The writer's poor English speaking ability led him to feel isolated, scared, and inferior, resulting in depression and a desire to leave IIT and Mumbai.

🎯 Exam Tip: When analyzing the effects of a situation, ensure you capture all significant emotional and behavioral consequences described in the text.

 

Question (vi) Complete the following. The writer wanted to achieve mastery in English because-
Answer:
(a) he wanted to speak excellent, elegant and fluent English
(b) he would be able to achieve excellence and excel in anything he tried to do
(c) he need not have to feel afraid of anybody and start feeling at home in his hostel.
In simple words: The writer pursued English mastery to speak fluently and elegantly, believing it would enable overall excellence and help him overcome fear and feel comfortable in his new environment.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify both immediate and long-term motivations when asked to complete a cause-and-effect statement. The desire for fluency is immediate, while achieving overall excellence and comfort are broader goals.

 

Question (vii) Make a list of different steps that the writer undertook to improve his English speaking skills.
Answer: To improve his English the writer:
(a) decided to also think in English before speaking in English.
(b) started reading English newspapers and English novels.
(c) studied etymology and phonetics and studied the roots of the words and how to pronounce them.
(d) used to stand in front of the mirror and practice speaking, realising his mistakes and correcting them himself all the time and improvising and improving day by day.
In simple words: To improve English, the writer began thinking in English, reading widely, studying word origins and pronunciation, and regularly practicing speaking in front of a mirror to self-correct.

🎯 Exam Tip: When listing steps, ensure they are distinct actions and presented in a clear, sequential, or logical order as described in the text.

 

Question (viii) Describe the writer's achievements after achieving mastery over the English language.
Answer: After achieving mastery over the English language:
1. His fear for English disappeared.
2. He started feeling quite confident about speaking in English at length with anybody.
3. He started feeling at home in his hostel.
4. He could give presentations with ease.
5. He negotiated and signed many contracts worldwide and ran large global software companies.
6. He headed software companies having thousands of software engineers worldwide.
In simple words: Achieving English mastery allowed the writer to overcome his fear, gain confidence, feel comfortable in his environment, give presentations easily, and successfully manage global software companies and contracts.

🎯 Exam Tip: List achievements clearly, distinguishing between personal growth (like confidence) and professional successes (like running companies) to provide a comprehensive answer.

 

Question (a) Complete the table comparing the two different phases of the life of the writer- as an MD or Chief Executive Officer and an activist of Sarvodaya movement.
Answer:

MD or Chief Executive Officer	Activist of Sarvodaya Movement
Head of the company for 23 years	Participated in a peaceful satyagraha
Travelled all over the globe about 150 times for business	Joined a social movement for tribals

In simple words: This table compares two distinct phases of the writer's life: his role as a long-serving corporate leader who traveled extensively for business, and his period as an activist involved in peaceful social movements.

🎯 Exam Tip: When comparing, ensure you provide contrasting points for each aspect to highlight the differences clearly between the two phases or roles.

 

Question (ix) Complete the web highlighting the various opportunities you gained due to your good English speaking skills.
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक वेब आरेख है जिसके केंद्र में "Opportunities you gained" लिखा है और उससे चार तीर बाहर की ओर जा रहे हैं। एक आयत में "Always selected for debate competitions" भरा हुआ है, जबकि बाकी तीन आयत खाली हैं। यह छात्रों को उन अन्य अवसरों को भरने का निर्देश देता है जो अच्छी अंग्रेजी बोलने के कौशल से प्राप्त हुए थे।
Answer:
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक पूर्ण वेब आरेख है जो अच्छी अंग्रेजी बोलने के कौशल के कारण प्राप्त विभिन्न अवसरों को दर्शाता है। केंद्र में "Opportunities you gained" लिखा है, जिससे "Always selected for debate competitions", "Selected to read school/college reports on Annual Day", "Appointed as Secretary of school Literary Society", और "Chosen to compere programmes in school and in our housing complex" जुड़े हुए हैं। यह आरेख स्पष्ट रूप से उन लाभों को दिखाता है जो अंग्रेजी दक्षता से मिलते हैं।
In simple words: The web illustrates various opportunities gained through good English speaking skills, including selection for debates, reading reports, secretarial appointments, and compering programs.

🎯 Exam Tip: When completing web diagrams about opportunities, think broadly about all areas where improved communication skills would be beneficial, both academic and social.

 

Question (a) Describe a situation or incident when you felt embarrassed for your lack of knowledge of a particular subject or incompetence in speaking English fluently.
Answer: This happened after my Std X exams. I live in Latur, and I was visiting my cousins in Mumbai for the first time. In order to entertain me, they took me to a musical nite. Unfortunately, it was music show based on English songs, and I had no knowledge of it or interest in it. I love to listen to Hindi and Marathi songs only. They soon realized my lack of interest, and were sorry for their mistake. I was embarrassed about my complete lack of knowledge about English music.
In simple words: The author recounts an embarrassing incident at an English music show in Mumbai, where his complete lack of interest and knowledge in English music made him feel out of place among his cousins.

🎯 Exam Tip: When writing a personal response, ensure your narrative is descriptive, clearly outlines the situation, the feeling of embarrassment, and the specific reasons behind it.

 

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Question (i) Fill in the blanks selecting the correct phrase from the alternatives given. (feel out of place, speak at length, feel at home, sea of knowledge)
(a) By the end of the week she was beginning
(b) When he lost his mother he was completely
(c) Travelling can help to
(d) After my retirement I started
(e) Having faith in God
(f) To succeed in any competitive examination, one requires a sea of knowledge.
(g) The simple village girl
(h) The work done by Sindhutai Sapkal
(i) The teacher
(j) The speaker was
Answer:
(a) By the end of the week she was beginning to feel at home in her new job.
(b) When he lost his mother he was completely broken.
(c) Travelling can help to broaden one's horizon.
(d) After my retirement I started my second innings as a social worker.
(e) Having faith in God keeps one going in difficult situations.
(f) To succeed in any competitive examination, one requires a sea of knowledge.
(g) The simple village girl felt out of place in a formal party.
(h) The work done by Sindhutai Sapkal touched the hearts of millions
(i) The teacher spoke at length explaining the concept.
(j) The speaker was completely stumped by the intelligent questions asked by the audience.
In simple words: This exercise involves choosing the most appropriate phrase from a given list to complete various sentences, demonstrating understanding of context and common idioms.

🎯 Exam Tip: Read each sentence carefully and consider the meaning of all given alternatives. Eliminate options that don't fit grammatically or semantically to choose the best fit.

 

Question (ii) Find out a word related to the game of cricket. List two meanings for it.

Words related to the game of cricket	Meanings
1. Second innings	General- the second phase of life of an individual where he/she starts / pursues a new or different career or the post retirement life Cricket- when a team comes to bat for the second time in a test match
2.
3.
4.
5.

Answer:
Second innings:
1. general meaning: the second phase of life of an individual where he/she starts/ pursues a new or different career or the post retirement life.
2. related to cricket: when a team comes to bat for the second time in a test match
In simple words: The term "second innings" refers to a new phase in life, particularly after retirement, or in cricket, when a team bats for the second time in a test match.

🎯 Exam Tip: When defining words with dual meanings, clearly separate the general meaning from the context-specific meaning (e.g., cricket term) for full clarity.

 

Question (iii) Go through the text to find the antonyms of the words given in the grid and fill in the boxes. One is done for you.
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक क्रॉस-वर्ड पहेली जैसा ग्रिड है जिसमें 1 से 6 तक क्रमांकित पंक्तियाँ और 'l', 'u', 'c', 'k', 'y' अक्षरों के साथ बाईं ओर एक स्तंभ है। ग्रिड के सेल खाली हैं, सिवाय पहले सेल के जिसमें 'L' भरा हुआ है। छात्रों को पाठ में दिए गए शब्दों के विलोम ढूंढकर ग्रिड को पूरा करना है।
Answer:
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक पूर्ण क्रॉस-वर्ड ग्रिड है जिसमें 1 से 6 तक क्रमांकित पंक्तियाँ और 'L', 'U', 'C', 'K', 'Y' अक्षरों के साथ बाईं ओर एक स्तंभ है। ग्रिड में भरे हुए शब्द विलोम को दर्शाते हैं: 1. LUCKY, 2. PROBLEM, 3. DOUBT, 4. DIFFICULT, 5. LOWER, 6. GENIUS।

	1	2	3	4	5	6
L	L	P	D	D	L	G
U	U	R	O	I	O	E
C	C	O	U	F	W	N
K	K	B	B	F	E	I
Y	Y	L	T	I	R	U
	E	D	S
	M	E
	N
	T

In simple words: This solution completes a crossword puzzle by filling in antonyms of words found in the text, such as "Lucky," "Problem," "Doubt," "Difficult," "Lower," and "Genius."

🎯 Exam Tip: For crossword or grid-based questions, carefully match the given clues (or implied antonyms in this case) with the grid structure. Double-check spelling and letter placement.

 

(A4)

 

Question (i) Write whether the underlined verbs in the following sentences are Main verbs or Primary auxiliary verbs:
(a) I had a very simple upbringing.
(b) I was immensely impressed.
(c) I had learnt from my childhood that money did not mean everything in life.
(d) He was a convent educated guy.
(e) They did all the work in time.
(f) I had to achieve a lot in life.
Answer:
(a) Main verb
(b) Main verb
(c) Auxiliary verb
(d) Main verb
(e) Main verb
(f) Main verb
In simple words: This exercise identifies whether the underlined verbs function as main verbs, carrying the primary action, or as auxiliary verbs, helping to form tenses or moods.

🎯 Exam Tip: To distinguish between main and auxiliary verbs, remember that auxiliary verbs (like 'be', 'do', 'have') typically precede another main verb, while main verbs can stand alone to express a complete action or state.

 

Question (a) Fill in the blanks with appropriate modals according to the situations given in the following sentences:
Answer:
1. Take an umbrella. It might rain later.
2. People must not walk on the grass.
3. Could I ask you a question?
4. The signal has turned red. You ought to wait.
5. I was a sportsperson in my school days. I can play badminton.
6. I am going to the library. I will find my friend there.
In simple words: This task requires choosing the correct modal verb for each sentence to convey appropriate meaning related to possibility, obligation, permission, or ability.

🎯 Exam Tip: When selecting modals, consider the nuance each modal conveys (e.g., 'might' for possibility, 'must' for strong obligation, 'can' for ability, 'ought to' for recommendation). Context is key.

 

Question (b) Find from the extract, the sentences that show past habit.
Answer:
1. Poets like Vinda Karandikar, Mangesh Padgaonkar and Vasant Bapat used to visit our home.
2. They used to talk about Keshavsut...
In simple words: The sentences identify past habits, such as poets frequently visiting the writer's home and engaging in discussions, indicating repeated actions in the past.

🎯 Exam Tip: Look for phrases like "used to" or descriptions of regular, repeated actions in the past to identify sentences showing past habit.

 

(iii) Do As Directed And Rewrite The Sentence:

 

Question (a) I did not fully understand their discussions but I was immensely impressed. (Remove 'but'.)
Answer: Though I did not fully understand their discussions, I was immensely impressed.
In simple words: This sentence is rewritten to connect two contrasting ideas - not understanding discussions and being impressed - using "Though" instead of "but" to maintain the flow.

🎯 Exam Tip: When replacing conjunctions, ensure the new word ("Though" for "but") maintains the logical relationship (contrast or concession) between the clauses while forming a grammatically correct complex sentence.

 

Question (b) I had decided that I would do nothing of this sort. (Remove 'that'.)
Answer: I had decided to do nothing of this sort.
In simple words: The sentence is simplified by removing the word "that" without changing its core meaning, creating a more concise expression.

🎯 Exam Tip: Often, the conjunction "that" can be omitted from a sentence if the meaning remains clear, especially after verbs like 'said', 'thought', 'decided', etc. This helps in making sentences more concise.

 

Question (c) My fear had vanished and I started feeling at home in my hostel. (Use 'when'.)
Answer: When my fear had vanished, I started feeling at home in my hostel.
In simple words: This sentence combines two events, indicating that the feeling of comfort in the hostel occurred simultaneously with or immediately after the disappearance of fear.

🎯 Exam Tip: Using "when" effectively establishes a temporal relationship between two events. Ensure the clause introduced by "when" logically precedes or coincides with the main clause's action.

 

Question (d) It was only my self-esteem which stopped me. (Remove 'which'.)
Answer: Only my self-esteem stopped me.
In simple words: The sentence is rephrased to emphasize that only self-esteem was the preventing factor, removing the relative pronoun "which" for conciseness.

🎯 Exam Tip: To remove "which" in such sentences, often you can simply delete it along with "It was only... that/which" structure and start directly with "Only..." to achieve a more direct and concise statement.

 

Question (e) I plunged into all these branches of knowledge. It was a period of renaissance. (Join with 'which'.)
Answer: I plunged into all these branches of knowledge, which was a period of renaissance.
In simple words: The two sentences are combined using "which" to clarify that the period of renaissance refers to the immersion in knowledge, making it one flowing idea.

🎯 Exam Tip: When joining sentences with "which", ensure "which" refers clearly to the noun or idea immediately preceding it, creating a descriptive subordinate clause.

 

Question (f) When I look back, there are a number of lessons that I cherish. (Remove 'When'.)
Answer: On looking back, I find that there are a number of lessons that I cherish.
In simple words: The sentence is rephrased to remove "When" by using the phrase "On looking back," maintaining the original meaning while altering the grammatical structure.

🎯 Exam Tip: To remove "when" in temporal clauses, consider using a prepositional phrase with a gerund (e.g., "On [verb]-ing") to express the same time relationship.

 

Question (g) There are hundreds who tell me that they understood the theory of relativity. (Remove 'who'.)
Answer: Hundreds tell me that they understood the theory of relativity.
In simple words: The sentence is simplified by removing the relative pronoun "who," making it more direct and concise while retaining its meaning.

🎯 Exam Tip: In some cases, relative pronouns like "who" can be omitted if the sentence remains grammatically correct and the meaning is clear, especially when "who" acts as the subject of a dependent clause.

 

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Question 1. Go through the sample of the flyer given on page 91 of the textbook and prepare flyers on the topics given below. Topics:
1. Yoga Class / Summer Hobby Class
2. Tree Plantation Drive
3. Cleanliness Drive
4. Help us to end Child Labour
5. Let's get rid of the monsters - tobacco and alcohol
Use the following points:
• Details
• Special Features
• Why to choose us/Need of drive/Purpose of the mission
• Anything special
• Add your own points
Answer:
1. Yoga classes:
Divine Yoga Classes
First Floor, Vijai Towers, Opposite Railway Station, AAahim (West)
We have classes for all : from age 5 to 75 Men and women, girls and boys.

Details	Special Features	Why Us?
1. Classes 7 days a week	1. Lectures on health every week from experts	1. We give a patient ear to all our students
2. From 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.	2. Breathing techniques to relieve stress	2. We arrange for special outside guidance if necessary
3. Separate classes for males and females	3. Special lectures on healthy cooking	3. We arrange regular camps and excursions
4. Special personal training available	4. Groups made according to particular problems, if any	4. Special discounts for couples/family
5. Experienced teachers		Email: divyoga@ xmail.com/ 986656xxxx
6. Certificates at the end of course		For more details look up: Website-www. divyoga.in

In simple words: This flyer promotes Divine Yoga Classes, highlighting their daily schedule, specialized features like expert lectures and breathing techniques, and reasons to join, such as personalized attention and discounts.

🎯 Exam Tip: When creating a flyer or promotional content, ensure all key information (details, features, benefits, contact) is clearly presented and organized to attract potential participants effectively.

 

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Question 1. Achyut Godbole has written many bestsellers that are famous far and wide. Read at least two books of your choice, make a summary of those books and submit. (Students may attempt this on their own.)
In simple words: This question asks students to choose two books by Achyut Godbole, read them, and then write a summary for submission, encouraging independent reading and comprehension.

🎯 Exam Tip: For open-ended questions like this, choose books that interest you to make the reading and summarizing process more engaging. Ensure your summary captures the main plot, characters, and themes accurately.

 

Yuvakbharati English 12th Digest Chapter 1.8 Voyaging Towards Excellence Additional Important Questions And Answers

 

Read The Extract And Complete The Activities Given Below:

 

Global Understanding:

 

Question 1. Write if the following sentences are True or False. Rewrite the false sentences correctly:
1. The writer did not like Mathematics and Science.
2. The writer studied Mathematics and Science only for scoring maximum marks in exams.
3. The writer's skill at solving problems helped him in his IIT entrance exam.
4. The writer scored 100% marks in Mathematics in every examination he appeared for.
Answer:
True sentence:
3. The writer's skill at solving problems helped him in his IIT entrance exam.
In simple words: This question asks to identify true statements and correct false ones regarding the writer's relationship with Mathematics and Science, and his performance in exams.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to identify true/false statements and correct false ones, always provide the corrected version for full marks. Ensure your corrections accurately reflect information from the text.

 

False sentences:
1. The writer did not like Mathematics and Science.
2. The writer studied Mathematics and Science only for scoring maximum marks in exams.
4. The writer scored 100% marks in Mathematics in every examination he appeared for.

Corrected sentences:
1. The writer loved Mathematics and Science.
2. The writer studied Mathematics and Science not only for scoring maximum marks in exams, but also because he appreciated their inherent beauty.
4. The writer scored 100% marks in Mathematics in almost all the examinations he appeared for.

 

Question 2.The writer's joy was shortlived. Give reasons.
Answer:In Solapur, where the writer spent his childhood, he had not seen any building which was more than three - storeyed. Mumbai however was full of skyscrapers, which made the writer uncomfortable. At IIT, most of the students and professors used to converse in English whereas the writer's English was very poor, with a weak vocabulary, terrible pronunciation and very awkward construction of sentences. Due to all this, he felt quite lonely and terrified in Mumbai in general and IIT in particular. He developed an inferiority complex and wanted to run away from IIT and even Mumbai. Thus, his joy at getting into IIT was shortlived.
In simple words: The writer's happiness was short-lived because he came from a small town to Mumbai and IIT, where he felt out of place due to the towering buildings and his poor English speaking skills, leading to loneliness and an inferiority complex.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for reasons, provide specific details from the text to support your explanation, ensuring clarity and completeness.

 

Question 3.Name the following from the extract:
Answer:1. Management gurus - Alvin Toffler, Peter Drucker, C. K. Prahlad, Tom Peters
2. The founder of Infosys: Narayan Murthy
3. Two universities: Harvard, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
4. A great technologist-Vincent Serf
In simple words: This question requires naming specific individuals or institutions mentioned in the text related to management, technology, and academia.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to proper nouns and specific details mentioned in the text when listing names or entities.

 

Question 4.Pick out the false sentences and rewrite them correctly:
1. The writer was more intelligent and well- j read than his friends.
2. The writer's group was interested in many things.
3. The writer wanted to top the GRE and migrate to the U.S.
4. The writer possessed many books on various topics.
Answer:False sentences:
1. The writer was more intelligent and well- read than his friends.
3. The writer wanted to top the GRE and migrate to the U.S.
Corrected sentences:
1. The writer's friends were more intelligent and well-read than the writer.
3. The thought of topping the GRE and migrating to the U.S. never even touched the writer's mind.
In simple words: This task identifies incorrect statements and then corrects them based on the information provided in the text.

🎯 Exam Tip: Read each sentence carefully and compare it against the source text to accurately identify false statements and correct them.

 

Question 5.Complete the web: (the first letter of each quality has been given)
Answer:
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक वेब आरेख है जो लेखक के गुणों को दर्शाता है। केंद्र में "Qualities of the writer" लिखा है और उससे जुड़ते हुए चार बक्से हैं, जिनमें लेखक के आवश्यक गुण - "curiosity", "humility", "humanity", और "rationalism" - दिखाए गए हैं।
In simple words: The web diagram illustrates the core qualities of the writer: curiosity, humility, humanity, and rationalism, showing interconnected aspects of their personality.

🎯 Exam Tip: When completing web diagrams from descriptions, ensure all specified elements and their connections are accurately represented textually.

 

Question 6.Complete the web stating the principles of good management:
Answer:
ℹ️ चित्र व्याख्या (Diagram Explanation): यह एक वेब आरेख है जो अच्छे प्रबंधन के सिद्धांतों को दर्शाता है। केंद्र में "Principles of good management" लिखा है और उससे जुड़ते हुए चार बक्से हैं, जिनमें प्रबंधन के मुख्य सिद्धांत - "motivation", "target setting", "being a good listener", और "art of delegation" - दिखाए गए हैं।
In simple words: This web diagram outlines the key principles of good management, including motivation, target setting, being a good listener, and the art of delegation.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly identify and list all principles or components when asked to complete a web, ensuring each element is distinct and correctly stated.

 

Question 7.What was the writer's first love?
Answer:to read and write on various subjects concerning human life and existence.
In simple words: The writer's primary passion was engaging with reading and writing about profound topics related to human life.

🎯 Exam Tip: Direct questions require direct answers; extract the precise detail from the text.

 

Question 8.How many books has the writer written in Marathi?
Answer:about 34 books
In simple words: The author has penned approximately 34 books in the Marathi language.

🎯 Exam Tip: Numerical data should be stated precisely as found in the source material.

 

Question 9.What was the name of the writer's autobiography?
Answer:Musafir.
In simple words: The writer's autobiography is titled 'Musafir'.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember specific names and titles as they are often direct recall questions.

 

Question 10.Name any two values that the writer cherishes.
Answer:humility, humanity
In simple words: The writer highly values both humility and humanity in life.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for a specific number of items, provide only that many, ensuring they are accurate from the text.

Complex Factual:

 

Question 1.Give the writer's opinion about:
arts, music and literature.
Answer:The writer says that the arts are equally, if not more, important in our lives than science and technology. He also feels that arts, music and literature enrich our lives and put meaning into our existence. He loved music.
In simple words: The writer believes arts, music, and literature are crucial for enriching life, adding meaning, and are as important as science and technology.

🎯 Exam Tip: When explaining opinions, synthesize multiple points from the text to provide a comprehensive view.

 

Question 2.money.
Answer:The writer feels that money is necessary, but does not mean everything in life.
In simple words: The writer acknowledges money's importance but stresses it's not the ultimate measure of everything in life.

🎯 Exam Tip: Distinguish between necessity and ultimate value when discussing the author's nuanced views.

 

Question 3.List the achievements of the writer in Mathematics.
Answer:1. The writer loved solving problems of Mathematics of the 9th standard when he was in the 7th.
2. The writer scored 100% marks in Mathematics in almost all the examinations that he appeared for, from the 1st standard until IIT, barring only a few times. He also stood 1st in the University in all subjects put together.
In simple words: The writer showed exceptional mathematical prowess, solving advanced problems at a young age and consistently achieving perfect scores, even ranking first in the university.

🎯 Exam Tip: List achievements clearly and numerically, detailing specific instances of success mentioned in the text.

 

Question 4.Describe the 'very important' thing that happened to the writer.
Answer:When the writer was in his third year at IIT, he came in contact with about 15-20 extremely brilliant students/researchers/ professors from IIT, TIFR and BARC. They included top-ranking students from IIT, visiting professors in American Universities, very renowned mathematicians of the world and so on. This friendship had a lasting impression on his life. He came to know what real brilliance meant, and where he stood with regard to it.
In simple words: A pivotal moment for the writer was befriending brilliant minds at IIT, which redefined his understanding of true brilliance and his own standing among intellectuals.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on identifying and detailing the single most significant event or experience requested by the question.

 

Question 5.Describe curiosity and humanity.
Answer:Curiosity is important. It is only because of the human curiosity that we have been able to make such a great progress in science and technology, and social sciences. Humanity means concern for our fellow human beings; it means caring for and helping others whenever and wherever possible. This is important if we wish to live in a world that is happy and contented.
In simple words: Curiosity drives progress in science and society, while humanity involves caring for others to foster a happy and peaceful world.

🎯 Exam Tip: Define each term separately and then explain their significance, drawing connections from the text.

 

Question 6.List the things that the writer said he learnt while running large companies.
Answer:While running large companies the writer learnt:
1. The importance of teamwork
2. The necessity of leading from the front and setting a good example for the staff.
3. The need to treat subordinates and colleagues as friends.
In simple words: The writer learned key management skills: the value of teamwork, leading by example, and fostering friendly relationships with colleagues and subordinates.

🎯 Exam Tip: When listing lessons learned, ensure each point is distinct and directly attributable to the specified experience.

 

Question 1.Match the subjects in Column A with the title of the books in Column B:

A	B
1. Management	(a) Manat
2. Painting	(b) Nadvedh
3. Western music	(c) Zapoorza
4. Psychology	(d) Ganiti
5. Mathematics	(e) Limelight
6. Science	(f) Canvas
7. Indian music	(g) Arthat
8. Western films	(i) Boardroom
9. English Literature	(j) Kimayagar
10. Economics	(k) Symphony

Answer:1. Management - Boardroom
2. Painting - Canvas
3. Western music - Symphony
4. Psychology - Manat
5. Mathematics - Ganiti
6. Science - Kimayagar
7. Indian music - Nadvedh
8. Western films - Limelight
9. English Literature - Zapoorza
10. Economics - Arthat
In simple words: This exercise matches various subjects with their corresponding book titles, illustrating the writer's diverse literary contributions across different fields.

🎯 Exam Tip: Carefully cross-reference each subject with its correct book title to ensure accurate matching, as this tests specific recall.

Inference/Interpretation/Analysis:

 

Question 1.'Nevertheless, culturally I had a rich childhood'. Explain the statement with reference to the extract.
Answer:The writer says that he had a very simple upbringing in a lower middle-class family which did not have even basic amenities like a fan, refrigerator, etc. Even so, it was rich culturally because various poets, writers and musicians used to visit their home and there would be hours of discussions about music, literature, paintings, sculptures, etc. Famous writers, painters and musicians were discussed and this made the writer love the arts. He states that arts, music and literature enrich our lives and put meaning into our existence.
In simple words: Despite lacking material luxuries, the writer's childhood was culturally rich due to the presence of poets, writers, and musicians at home, fostering deep discussions about arts and literature.

🎯 Exam Tip: To explain a statement, cite specific examples and details from the text that directly support the assertion, showing a clear connection between the statement and the evidence.

 

Question 2.Complete the following:
The writer developed a problem-solving attitude because ....................
Answer:The writer developed a problem-solving attitude because
1. He did not study subjects only for scoring maximum marks in the examinations. He used to study these subjects or any subject for that matter for its inherent beauty.
2. He used to love solving problems and used to enjoy finding out the most elegant method of solving them.
3. He used to get involved in solving them.
In simple words: The writer developed a problem-solving attitude because he valued subjects for their intrinsic beauty, loved finding elegant solutions to problems, and actively engaged in the process of solving them, not just for marks.

🎯 Exam Tip: When completing sentences that require reasons, provide multiple, distinct points that collectively explain the cause or development of the stated outcome.

 

Question 3.Complete the following:
The writer was benefitted by the discussions with great people as it...
Answer:1. made a lasting impact on his life
2. made him realize what real brilliance meant
3. broadened his horizons, and his aims and worldview became global
4. taught him a lesson in humility, hard work and a passion for excellence.
In simple words: Discussions with great people profoundly impacted the writer by shaping his life, revealing true brilliance, expanding his worldview, and instilling values like humility and a passion for excellence.

🎯 Exam Tip: When listing benefits, use clear, concise points to show the various positive impacts described in the text.

 

Question 4.Explain why the author say that passing the 'examination of life' is more important than passing the college examination.
Answer:The writer wished to understand the world and how it works. He also wished to serve India and her people. To do this, he would have to read and understand different branches of knowledge, to develop values like humility, humanity and rationalism. This was the 'examination of life' for him. This was far more important to him than just passing the IIT examination.
In simple words: The author prioritized the 'examination of life' – understanding the world, serving society, and developing strong values – over college exams because these broader goals held deeper significance for his personal growth and contribution.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly articulate the distinction between the two types of examinations and provide the author's reasoning for prioritizing one over the other, directly quoting or paraphrasing from the text.

 

Question 5.Mention a few ways in which the author touch the hearts of the people.
Answer:The author's books have brought about very good changes in the lives of thousands of readers. Hundreds have come out of depression and more than a dozen have given up thoughts of committing suicide and decided to start all afresh. There are hundreds who say that they understood the theory of relativity or Big Bang after reading his book on Science 'Kimayagar'. His book 'Boardroom' on Management has created at least 20 successful entrepreneurs. Then there are hundreds who can understand Economic Times or NDTV Profit after reading his book on economics 'Arthat'. Many have turned to Mathematics after reading his book 'GanitV. The same is true about his books on Indian Music (Nadvedh), English Literature (Zapoorza), Painting (Canvas), Western Films (Limelight) and Western Music (Symphony) or books such as 'Genius' series, 'Rakta' or 'Vitamins' or 'Anartha'. It is these reactions of thousands of readers that made him feel that has touched the hearts of thousands of people.
In simple words: The author touched people's hearts by writing influential books that helped readers overcome depression, grasp complex scientific concepts, foster entrepreneurship, understand economics, and appreciate various arts, demonstrating the profound impact of his work.

🎯 Exam Tip: Provide specific examples of how the author's work impacted readers, citing titles or subjects of his books where appropriate.

 

Question 6.Describe the second innings of the writer in your own words.
Answer:After working for software companies for many years, the writer wanted to return to his first love, i.e. reading and writing on various subjects concerning human life and existence. Therefore, he gave up two lucrative offers to become a writer. This is how his second innings as a writer in Marathi began. After this, he wrote about 34 books in Marathi. Most of them became bestsellers with tens of thousands of copies sold for each. These books brought about very good changes in the lives of thousands of readers.
In simple words: The writer's "second innings" began when he left a successful software career to pursue his passion for reading and writing, dedicating himself to authoring 34 bestselling Marathi books that positively transformed many readers' lives.

🎯 Exam Tip: Summarize the main points of the writer's career transition, highlighting the motivation, actions, and outcomes in a concise manner.

 

Question 1.Describe what a 'rich childhood' mean to you.
Answer:I think that a rich childhood is one where you get a lot of love and security at home. It could also be culturally rich, where you get to read or know music/books/theatre, etc. Basically, a rich childhood is one which has plenty of love, fun and friends. Money is secondary.
In simple words: For me, a rich childhood means abundant love, security, and cultural exposure through books, music, and friends, where financial wealth is not the primary factor.

🎯 Exam Tip: For personal response questions, articulate your perspective clearly and provide specific examples or reasons to support your definition.

 

Question 2.We should study any subject. Do you agree? Give your reasons.
Answer:Every subject has its own inherent beauty and uses. We should study a subject because of its beauty. While Science and Technology are important to make our daily lives easy, arts, music and literature enrich our lives and put meaning into our existence. Every subject helps in some way in the progress of mankind.
In simple words: Yes, I agree we should study every subject because each possesses unique beauty and utility, contributing to human progress and enriching our lives beyond just practical applications.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to agree or disagree, state your position clearly and then provide well-reasoned arguments, citing broad benefits or examples to support your view.

 

Question 3.Do you think that speaking English fluently and confidently is important? Discuss.
Answer:Yes, it is. English is an international language, which the people of most countries understand. If we wish to go abroad, or have international exposure, we should know English in this competitive world. Even in India, knowledge of good English gives us a sense of confidence. It helps us to get jobs. It also helps us to get access to information from all parts of the world.
In simple words: Yes, fluent and confident English is vital because it's an international language, essential for global exposure, job opportunities, confidence, and access to worldwide information.

🎯 Exam Tip: When discussing importance, provide multiple reasons covering various aspects like communication, career, and access to knowledge.

 

Question 4.Name some of the top universities in the world.
Answer:Some of the top universities in the world are: Harvard University, Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Oxford University, Cambridge University, Cornell University. Princeton University, etc.
In simple words: Leading global universities include Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Oxford, Cambridge, Cornell, and Princeton, renowned for their academic excellence.

🎯 Exam Tip: List a diverse range of well-known institutions to demonstrate broader knowledge, ensuring accuracy in names.

 

Question 5.Do you feel that arts, music and literature enrich our lives. Discuss.
Answer:Art is all around us; it surrounds us. It provides us with a deeper understanding of our own emotions and those of others. It makes us more sensitive, softer and gentler. It enriches the quality of life and improves our physical and mental health. It connects us to others. Literature gives us an insight into the world of others, both in the present and the past.
In simple words: Yes, arts, music, and literature profoundly enrich our lives by fostering emotional understanding, promoting sensitivity, enhancing mental well-being, building connections, and offering insights into human experience across time.

🎯 Exam Tip: Support your affirmative stance with detailed explanations of how each aspect (arts, music, literature) contributes to enrichment, providing specific benefits.

 

Question 6.Do you think that team work is important today? Explain with an example.
Answer:Yes, today team work is very important in every sphere, whether it is in games or at work. Every individual has different talents and these separate talents come together when one is in a team. For example, in cricket, one person may be a good bowler, another a good batsman, a third a good fielder, etc. When all these people come together and play the game as a team, it leads to success. In an office too, only when we work in a team and contribute our respective talents can we complete projects.
In simple words: Yes, teamwork is crucial as it unifies diverse individual talents towards a common goal, leading to success in various fields like sports (e.g., cricket) and professional projects.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly state your agreement and provide a concrete example that effectively illustrates the concept of teamwork and its importance, explaining how different roles contribute to overall success.

 

Question 7.Do you think passion is more important than wealth?
Answer:Passion is certainly more important than wealth. Wealth can give the luxuries of life, but it cannot give mental peace and satisfaction. This can only be gained by having an interest in what we do, or in simple words, by loving our jobs. Hence, when one chooses a career, it is more important to choose one which we love rather than one which pays more.
In simple words: Passion surpasses wealth because while wealth provides luxuries, true mental peace and satisfaction stem from loving one's work, making passion a more fulfilling pursuit in life and career choices.

🎯 Exam Tip: Argue your position by comparing the benefits of passion versus wealth, focusing on intrinsic satisfaction over material gain, and conclude with a practical application of your viewpoint.

Language Study:

 

Question 1.Find from the extract, the sentences that show past habit.
Answer:1. I used to study these subjects or any subject for that matter for its inherent beauty.
2. I used to get involved in solving them.
3. I used to love problem-solving and used to enjoy finding out the most elegant method of solving them.
In simple words: The sentences indicating past habits describe the writer's repeated actions or regular practices, like studying subjects for beauty, getting involved in problem-solving, and enjoying finding elegant solutions.

🎯 Exam Tip: Look for phrases like "used to" or verbs in the simple past that describe recurring actions in the past, without a specific time frame for their cessation.

 

Question 2.These problems were not a part of the curriculum, but I enjoyed the whole process.
(Rewrite using 'though'.)
Answer:Though these problems were not a part of the curriculum, I enjoyed the whole process.
In simple words: The original sentence expresses a contrast; rewriting it with 'though' maintains this contrast, indicating enjoyment despite the problems being outside the curriculum.

🎯 Exam Tip: When rewriting sentences with conjunctions like 'though', ensure the causal or contrasting relationship between the clauses is accurately preserved.

 

Question 3.This exam is completely based on your problem-solving ability and the ability to think not only logically but quickly and rapidly. (Pick out the adverbs of manner.)
Answer:completely, logically, quickly, rapidly
In simple words: The adverbs of manner identified describe how actions are performed in the sentence: completely, logically, quickly, and rapidly.

🎯 Exam Tip: Adverbs of manner typically end in '-ly' and answer the question "how" an action is done. Identify all such words in the given sentence.

 

Question 4.Find from the text, the sentence that show past habit:
Answer:Most of the students and professors used to converse in English.
In simple words: The sentence indicating past habit describes the regular practice of students and professors conversing in English.

🎯 Exam Tip: Similar to Question 1 in this section, identify sentences that explicitly use "used to" or clearly imply a repeated action in the past.

 

Question 5.Find from the extract, a sentence that shows past habit.
Answer:I used to stand in front of the mirror and practise speaking.
In simple words: This sentence reveals a past habit where the speaker regularly practiced speaking in front of a mirror.

🎯 Exam Tip: Accurately locate and present a sentence from the provided text that explicitly demonstrates a repeated action from the past.

 

Question 6.I wanted to speak excellent, elegant and fluent English. (Rewrite using 'that'.)
Answer:I wanted to speak English that was excellent, elegant and fluent.
In simple words: Rewriting the sentence with 'that' connects the desired qualities directly to 'English', creating a descriptive clause.

🎯 Exam Tip: When using 'that' to rewrite, ensure it correctly introduces a subordinate clause that elaborates on the preceding noun.

 

Question 7.My fear had vanished and I started feeling at home in my hostel.
(Pick out the verbs and state the tense.)
Answer:had vanished - past perfect tense; started - simple past tense
In simple words: The verb 'had vanished' is in past perfect tense, indicating an action completed before another past action, while 'started' is in simple past tense, showing a completed action in the past.

🎯 Exam Tip: Carefully identify all main verbs and determine their tense by analyzing the verb form and any auxiliary verbs present.

 

Question 8.Find from the extract,the sentences that show past habit.
Answer:1. Until that time I used to consider myself somewhat intelligent.
2. I used to visit MIT during lunch time to meet my friends.
3. I used to visit both of these Universities.
4. If you walked for an hour from there, you could reach Harvard Square near Harvard University. (Pick out the clauses and state their type.)
Answer:you could reach Harvard Square near Harvard University-Main clause
If you walked for an hour from there- Subordinate adverb clause of condition
In simple words: Sentences showing past habits describe recurring actions like considering oneself intelligent or visiting universities. The sentence about reaching Harvard Square contains a main clause for the outcome and a subordinate adverb clause of condition explaining the premise.

🎯 Exam Tip: For past habits, look for explicit "used to" constructions. For clauses, identify the independent statement (main clause) and any dependent parts that add information (subordinate clauses), specifying their type.

 

Question 9.All the discussions with these greats broadened my horizon.
(Rewrite beginning 'My horizon............')
Answer:My horizon was broadened by all the discussions with these greats.
In simple words: Rewriting the sentence starting with 'My horizon' transforms it into passive voice, emphasizing the object of the action rather than the doer.

🎯 Exam Tip: When changing the subject of a sentence, ensure the verb tense and voice (active/passive) are correctly adjusted to maintain grammatical accuracy.

 

Question 10.Find from the text, a sentence that show past habit.
Answer:We used to discuss about relativity, Big Bang, aesthetics, literature, philosophy, economics and many other subjects every day until late into the nights.
In simple words: This sentence indicates a past habit of daily, late-night discussions on various academic and philosophical subjects.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify sentences that describe routine or repeated actions in the past, often using "used to" or time adverbs like "every day."

 

Question 11.I learnt these values during my IIT days.
(Rewrite beginning 'These values'.)
Answer:These values were learnt by me during my IIT days.
In simple words: Rewriting the sentence starting with 'These values' changes it to passive voice, highlighting the values as the recipient of the learning action.

🎯 Exam Tip: To rewrite a sentence from active to passive voice, make the object of the active sentence the subject of the passive sentence, and use a form of "to be" with the past participle of the main verb.

 

Question 12.It is very difficult to become a master or an expert in all these subjects. (Rewrite using 'not'.)
Answer:It is not at all easy to become a master or an expert in all these subjects.
In simple words: Rewriting with 'not' changes 'very difficult' to 'not at all easy', conveying the same meaning of extreme challenge.

🎯 Exam Tip: When using negation to rewrite a sentence, ensure the meaning remains identical to the original statement.

 

Question 13.I made a few mistakes, but learnt a lot about motivation. (Rewrite as a complex sentence.)
Answer:Though I made a few mistakes, I learnt a lot about motivation.
In simple words: The sentence is rewritten as a complex sentence using 'Though' to connect the dependent clause about making mistakes with the independent clause about learning motivation.

🎯 Exam Tip: A complex sentence combines an independent clause with one or more dependent clauses. Ensure the subordinating conjunction (e.g., though, because, while) correctly expresses the relationship between the clauses.

 

Question 14.I learnt a lot of things when I was running these large companies.
(Pick out the subordinate clause and state its type.)
Answer:when I was running these large companies - Subordinate adverb clause of time.
In simple words: The subordinate clause 'when I was running these large companies' functions as an adverb, specifying the time during which the learning occurred.

🎯 Exam Tip: A subordinate clause cannot stand alone and depends on a main clause. Identify the conjunction (e.g., when, because, if) to determine the clause's type.

 

Question 15.You need to lead from the front.
(Add a question tag.)
Answer:You need to lead from the front, don't you?
In simple words: A question tag is added to the statement, transforming it into a question that seeks confirmation, using the auxiliary verb 'do' and a negative form because the main verb 'need' is positive.

🎯 Exam Tip: For question tags, if the main clause is positive, the tag is negative, and vice versa. Use the auxiliary verb corresponding to the main verb (or 'do/does/did' for simple present/past).

 

Question 16.I had also written 4 books with 500-700 pages each on Information Technology published by Tata McGraw-Hill. (Pick out the predicate.)
Answer:predicate-had also written 4 books with 500-700 pages each on Information Technology published by Tata McGraw-Hill.
In simple words: The predicate includes the verb and all the information about what the subject does or what is done to it, excluding the subject itself.

🎯 Exam Tip: The predicate is everything in the sentence that is not the subject, usually beginning with the main verb and including all objects, complements, and modifiers.

Vocabulary:

 

Question 1.From the extract, prepare a word register of at least 6 words for:
'Household appliances and objects':
Answer:fan, refrigerator, geyser, dining table, gas stove, air conditioner.
In simple words: A word register for household appliances and objects lists common items found in a home like a fan, refrigerator, geyser, dining table, gas stove, and air conditioner.

🎯 Exam Tip: When creating a word register, ensure all listed words belong to the specified category and extract them directly from the given text if possible, or common knowledge if not explicitly stated but implied.

 

Question 2.Match the columns:

A	B
1. dining	(a) days
2. gas	(b) conditioner
3. school	(c) table
4. air	(d) stove
5. rich	(e) music
6. Indian	(f) childhood

Answer:

A	B
1. dining	(c) table
2. gas	(d) stove
3. school	(a) days
4. air	(b) conditioner
5. rich	(f) childhood
6. Indian	(e) music

In simple words: This matching exercise pairs words from column A with their related or associated words from column B, such as 'dining' with 'table' or 'rich' with 'childhood'.

🎯 Exam Tip: For matching exercises, draw logical connections between the items in both columns, considering common pairings or contextual relationships.

 

Question 3.Choose the correct noun forms from those given in brackets:
1. elegant (elegance/elegantly)
2. solve (solving/solution)
3. develop (developmental/development)
4. logically (logical/logic)
5. appear (appearance/apparently)
6. including (inclusive/inclusion)
Answer:1. elegant - elegance
2. solve - solution
3. develop - development
4. logically - logic
5. appear - appearance
6. including - inclusion
In simple words: This task requires selecting the correct noun form from the given choices for each word, demonstrating understanding of word families and parts of speech.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand the different forms of words (noun, verb, adjective, adverb). Nouns typically refer to people, places, things, or ideas.

 

Question 4.Write the verb forms of the following:
1. maximum
2. examination
3. challenging
4. beauty
5. quickly
6. admission
Answer:1. maximum - maximise
2. examination - examine
3. challenging - challenge
4. beauty - beautify
5. quickly - quicken
6. admission - admit
In simple words: This exercise involves converting given words (nouns, adjectives, or adverbs) into their corresponding verb forms.

🎯 Exam Tip: To find the verb form, think about the action related to the given word. For example, 'maximum' relates to the action of 'maximise'.

 

Question 5.Find out a word related to the game of cricket. List two meanings for it.
Answer:Scoring:
1. general meaning: getting something
2. related to cricket: gaining runs
In simple words: 'Scoring' generally means acquiring something, but in cricket, it specifically refers to the act of gaining runs.

🎯 Exam Tip: When providing multiple meanings for a word, clearly distinguish between its general usage and its specific context-related (e.g., cricket) meaning.