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  2.2 On Saying 'Please'  Activity No. 2 Read the extract and complete the activities given below.  I have missed him from my bus route of late........ Much more sweet than if he had flung the fellow into the mud. (Pg no. ) A.1 Describe the theme of this extract. Ans- i. The theme of the extract is to show the importance of politeness.  ii. It brings spiritual victory and peace. It also bring civilities and makes life kind and tolerable for each other.  A.2. Correct the following incorrect sentence as with the help of the extract .  1. The war has had a chilling effect upon those little everyday cruelties of behaviour that sweaten the general air.  Ans- The war has had a chilling effect upon those little everyday civilities of behaviour that sweaten the general air. 2. William Shakespeare could gather lessons of wisdom from the poor leach gatherer 'on the lonely moor' Ans- William Wordsworth could gather lessons of wisdom from the poor leach gatherer...

                  Activity  No.1 Q. Read the extract and complete the activities given below. (12) Below, all the hills and mountains looked like Gods and Goddesses to me........  I raised my arm with my  so much trouble to bring it, I was going to enjoy it whatever the smell. (Pg no. 19 & 20 )  A1. Global Understanding: (02) State whether the following statements are true or false. 1) For Tenzing all the mountains and hills below were looking like God and Goddesses. Ans- True 2) Both mountaineers stayed on the top for one hour. Ans- False  Correct answer - Both mountaineers stayed on the top a little more than fifteen minutes.  3) To climb down was more difficult and dangerous than to climb up. Li Ans- True 4) The mountaineers boiled some snow to make lemon water for drinking. Ans- True  A.2. Complex Factual:  Describe the situation when the mountaineers reached at Camp Nine. Answer:- i. When the m...

"The Wise Man Has Long Ears and a Short Tongue " Ans-  The proverb “The wise man has long ears and a short tongue” means that a wise person listens more and speaks less. “Long ears” represent good listening, while a “short tongue” means controlling unnecessary speech. A wise person listens carefully before giving an opinion. He does not speak in anger or reveal unnecessary information. For example, if two friends have a disagreement, a wise person listens to both sides patiently. He understands the problem first and then gives a calm and useful suggestion. If he speaks without listening, he may make the situation worse. In our daily life, listening helps us learn new things, understand others and avoid misunderstandings. Therefore, we should develop the habit of listening carefully and speaking thoughtfully. In conclusion, we should remember the similar proverb: “Think before you speak.” True wisdom lies in listening more and speaking less. Prepared by - Jyoti Walunj-Landge 

Expansion of Idea -  " Attitude is the Worst Kind of Communication" Ans-  “Attitude is the worst kind of communication” means that our behaviour and attitude can communicate more strongly than our words. A rude, angry or proud attitude can hurt others and create misunderstandings. Even if our words are polite, a negative attitude can damage relationships. For example, suppose a student asks a teacher for help with a difficult lesson. If the teacher replies politely but shows an angry or uninterested attitude, the student may feel discouraged. On the other hand, a friendly and helpful attitude makes the student feel comfortable and confident. Therefore, we should always communicate with respect, patience and kindness. We should understand others and avoid judging them quickly. A positive attitude creates trust and good relationships. In conclusion, our attitude speaks louder than our words. As the proverb says, “Actions speak louder than words.” Prepared by - Jyoti Walunj-Land...

Activity No.4 Read the following extract and complete the activities given below:  A.1.  Complete the following statements . (a) The Abbot of Aberbrothok placed a bell on the Inchcape Rock because...... Ans -it warned sailors about the dangerous rock and saved their lives. (b) The mariners were grateful to the Abbot of Aberbrothok because ....... Ans- he cared for their safety and protected their ships from danger. (c) The result of the thick haze that covered the sky was that........ Ans- the sailors could not see the Inchcape Rock. (d) The Rover, in frustration, pulled his hair and cursed himself because....... Ans- his ship struck the Inchcape Rock and was about to sink. A.2. Arrange the events in the correct sequence . Ans- Correct Order: (b) → (a) → (d) → (c) → (e) (b) The Abbot of Aberbrothok had placed the bell on a buoy on the rock. (a) The waves were so small that they did not move enough to ring the bell. (d) Ralph bent over from the boat. (c) There was a thick haze ...

 1.3 The Cop and the Anthem  Activity No.3 Read the extract and complete the activities given below: At a corner of sixth Avenue electric lights...... away laughed and worked down the street.  Pg no.  Rewrite the statement and state whether they are true or false .  1. Soapy expected that police should catch him. Ans- True 2. Soapy dashed the glass of the shop window to take revenge.  Ans- False To take revenge Soapy threw stone the glass of the shop window.  3. The waiter handed over Soapy to the police. Ans- False The waiter didn't handed over Soapy to the police.  4. The restaurant was Soapy ate was not rich restaurant. Ans- True A.2 Describe the restaurant where Soapy ate meal .  Ans- i. The restaurant where Soapy eat his meal was very common and had no good look.  ii. It was on the opposite side of the street.  iii. Large quantity of food was available on the affordable prices.  iv. It's crockery and atmosphere were thick....

  Activity No. 2.  1.3 The Cop and the Anthem   (A) Read the given extract and complete the activity given below: [12 Marks] Here was an old church, quaint and rambling and gabled. Through one violet-stained win-dow a soft light glowed, where, no doubt the organist loitered over the keys, making sure of his mastery of the coming Sabbath anthem] For there drifted out to Soapy's ears sweet music that caught an and held him transfixed against the convolutions of the iron fence.  The moon was above, full and radiant; vehicles and pedestrians were few: sparrows twittered sleepily in the eaves or a little while the scene might have been a country churchyard. And the anthem that the organist played cemented Soapy to the Iron fence, for he had known it well in the days when his life contained such things as mothers and roses and ambitions and friends and immaculate thoughts and collars. The conjunction of Soapy's receptive state of mind and the influences about the old ...

  "The wise man has long ears and a short tongue." Expansion of the Idea (100–150 words ): Ans- The Wise Man has Long Ears and a Short Tongue The proverb, "The wise man has long ears and a short tongue," suggests us a wise person listens more and speaks less. It also teaches us the importance of being a good listener. By listening carefully, we gain knowledge, understand others' opinions, and avoid misunderstandings. "People respect those who think before they speak". Speaking less also helps us avoid unnecessary arguments and careless words that may hurt others.  A good doctor listens patiently to a patient's problems before giving treatment. If the doctor speaks without listening, the diagnosis may be wrong. Similarly, a wise person first listens carefully, understands the situation, and then speaks thoughtfully. This is why people trust and respect good listeners. A wise person also uses words thoughtfully and speaks only when necessary. Good l...

    2.1 Cherry Tree- Ruskin Bond   Appreciation of the poem - 1. About the poem, poet, and title- Cherry Tree is a beautiful poem written by Ruskin Bond. He was born in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh in 1934. He has written hundreds of short stories, essays, novellas, and more than thirty books for children. He received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1992 and the Padmashri in 1999. It is a narrative poem, has a beginning , a middle, and an end. The poet’s tone is optimistic and full of wonder for nature – he focuses on the growing aspect of nature.  2. Theme/Summary/Gist of the Poem - The poet planted a cherry seed which grew into a fully blossomed tree after a wait of eight years. The poem is all about this wonderful experience and the survival instinct of the tree. The time, that is the seasons and the rain helped the tree grow and the poet watched this patiently without much to do. The poem is about the poet’s sense of achievement & pride in having nurtured a tr...

 Hutatma Rajguru Mahavidyalaya, Rajgurunagar Annual Exam Question Paper Format (Arts, Commerce, Science & HSVC)              Subject- English Class- XII.               Marks- 80 Subject Teacher- Jyoti Landge - Walunj               (SECTION I - PROSE) Q.1. Activities based on SEEN passage. (12 Marks ) A. 1 Global understanding: (02) A. 2 Complex facts: (02) A.3 Inference /Interpretation/ Analysis: (02) A.4 Personal Response: (02) A.5 Language study: (02) A.6 Vocabulary: (02) B1: Language Study (Non-textual Grammar) (04 Marks) B.2 Spot the error. (01) Q.2. Activities based on UNSEEN passage. (12Marks) A. 1 Global understanding: (02) A. 2 Complex facts: (02) A.3 Inference /Interpretation /Analysis: (02) A.4 Personal Response: (02) A.5 Language study: (02) A.6 Vocabulary: (02) Q.2 B. SUMMARY: (03 Marks) Write a summary of the above extract with the help ...

Q. 1. Your college has organised "A Health Awareness Programme" to emphasize the importance of healthy food and say goodbye to "junk food". As a class representative prepare a speech in about 100 to 150 words to be delivered during the inaugural function.  Ans-         Say Goodbye to Junk Food!  Good morning everyone, Honorable dias, Respected teachers and my dear friends,  I am........ (Name). It’s my privilege to welcome you all to this Health Awareness Programme. Today, we come together to learn about the importance of healthy food and bid farewell to junk food.  In our busy lives, we often forget the vital role that good nutrition plays in keeping us healthy.Healthy food helps us stay strong, active, and focused, while junk food can harm our bodies and affect our energy levels. "Pleasure on the lips, lifetime on the hips"  By making small changes in our diet, like eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, we can improve our overal...

  Report writing- Example 3 You are a secretary of the NSS unit of your college. Write a brief report of the blood donation camp organised by your unit. Points- -Date and time of camp  -place of the camp number of my -participants and honours -inauguration of the camp  -total blood bags collected - experience of the group. Ans - BLOOD DONATION CAMP BY HUTATMA RAJGURU MAHAVIDYALAYA Rajgurunagar: January, 4  NSS unit of Hutatma Rajguru Mahavidyalaya, Rajgurunagar organised a blood donation camp on the occasion of the former founder member of late Sahebravji Butte- Patil on Monday 3rd January in the college campus. The camp was organised in association with Sasun Hospital, Pune. Whole Maharashtra and country is suffering from pandemic corona and thousands of patients are desparately in need of blood. In the call of Corona, the NSS unit of college came forward and arrange the blood donation camp.      The the president of the college Adv. Devendra ji But...

Expand the following idea with the help of the points given below. Write your answer in about 100 to 150 words.    “Necessity Is the Mother of Invention” Importance of invention  Use of term mother  Examples or proof Human tendency of invention Conclusion Necessity Is the Mother of Invention The above proverb “Necessity is the mother of invention” means that when people face problems or difficulties, they are compelled to think creatively and invent new solutions. Human beings have a natural tendency to find ways to overcome challenges for survival and comfort. Many inventions are born not out of luxury but out of urgent need. A very relevant current example is the COVID-19 pandemic. During this crisis, there was a sudden need for safety, communication, and medical support. As a result, online education platforms, work-from-home tools, contactless payments, and low-cost ventilators were rapidly developed. Even common people started making masks and sanitizers at...

XII - Q. 4 C Expansion of idea - Expansion means write a paragraph or to elaborate an idea in a paragraph form.  Idea means proverb, idioms, maxims, poetic lines, quotes, etc.  1] Here students will be given a proverb , thought ,a maxim, quotation or an idiom. 2] Students are expected to expand the given idea with good comprehension and examples. 3] Take care of tense, content. Language etc. 4] follow the given format.  Format Title - ( Capital and bold)  1st paragraph - Introduction i. Actual meaning  ii. significance of idea. iii. Use literal / symbolic/ metaphorical meaning iv. The given idea needs to be well evaluated and interpreted accordingly.  For example - The above idea, " ......." means/ explain/ reflects that...... or This is a well known thought or proverb commonly used in our day to day life which has a great significance.  2 nd Paragraph - Middle paragraph/ Core Paragraph  i. Practical meaning of the idea. ii. Ex...

Q.4 B. Expansion of Idea  Expand the following idea in about 120 words it must have introduction middle and conclusion - try try but don't cry.   Ans-  TRY TRY BUT DONOT CRY The above proverb "Try, try, but don't cry" is a saying that  the importance of continuous effort and emotional strength. It means that we should keep trying to achieve our goals even if we face failures or difficulties. Instead of crying or losing hope, we should learn from our mistakes and move forward with determination. Life is full of challenges, and success does not come easily. Only those who remain patient, confident, and hardworking can overcome obstacles. This proverb encourages a positive attitude and reminds us that perseverance is the key to success. In life, we often encounter obstacles that test our patience and resolve. The key to overcoming these challenges is perseverance. When we try something new or strive for success, failure is a natural part of the process rather than feeli...

  About Novel: ‘To Sir, with Love It is an autobiographical novel. The narrator is an engineer, but to earn money, he accepts the job of a teacher at ‘East End School’ in London. The school is full of troublemaker students who were rejected from other schools for their behavior. In the beginning, the narrator is ridiculed and humiliated by the students, but later his calm behavior and desire to see them succeed gradually earn him their respect. I ntroduction of Characters:- Ricky Braithwaite- Narrator and Teacher Mr. Florian- Head Master Mrs. Dale-Evans- Teacher Miss. Phillips- Teacher Mr. Watson- Teacher Miss. Gillian Blanchard- Teacher Denham- Student Miss. Dare- Student. Miss Joseph- Student. Patrick Fernman- Student. Jackson- Student. Miss Pegg- Student. Dodd- Student. Pamela Dare- Student  The theme of the Novel:   Student-teacher relationships, prejudice, and racism are the major themes of the novel. Synopsis of the Novel extract: In this extract, Bra...