Pre-Board HSSC-II Examination 2014
English Compulsory
Signature of Candidate: ___________ Signature of Invigilator: ________
SECTION – A
Time allowed: 20 minutes Marks: 20
Time allowed: 20 minutes Marks: 20
Note: Section-A is compulsory and comprises pages 1-5. All parts of this section
are to be answered on the question paper itself. It should be completed in the first 20 minutes and handed over to the Centre Superintendent. Deleting/overwriting is not allowed. Do not use lead pencil.
Q.1 Insert the correct option i.e. A/B/C/D in the empty box opposite each part.
i. What did Mao Tse-tung mean when he said ,”Rely on own forces”? Mao meant
A. Trusting each other
B. using your best powers
C. depending on your own powers
D. not getting help from others
ii. Who has written the essay “Mustafa Kamal”?
A. Patrick Pringle B. Jerome K Jerome
C. J. C Squire D. Wilfred F. Castle
iii. Whose mindset, out of the following, does “The Man Who Was a Hospital” describe in a light humorous vein?
A. A teetotaler B. A Hypochondriac C. A Hypocrite D. A Psychotherapist
iv. Why did Churchill hold Mr. Weldon, the headmaster, in the highest esteem?
A. He was a very efficient headmaster
B. He introduced revolutionary changes at Harrow
C. He had the capability of spotting hidden talent of students
D. He was a very strict disciplinarian
v. What estimate did Mr. Chips form of the small boy Linford after their first meeting?
A. “Bright but mischievous” B. Witty but shy
C. Clever and impudent D. “Nice boy who would do well.
vi. On which occasion did Katherine Bridges use the phrase “Good-bye, Mr. Chips”?
A. A few moments before her death
B. On the eve of her wedding-day
C. When Mr. Chips left for Germany for treatment of bronchitis
D. In her speech in the farewell dinner for Mr. Chips
vii. “An icyhand wrapped itself around my quivering shoulders.” Which part of speech are the underlined words?
A. Nouns B. Objects C. Adverbs D. Adjectives
viii. The country is passing through difficult times, and the people are worried.” This sentence is
A. Simple sentence B. Complex Sentence
C. Compound Sentence D. Compound complex Sentence
ix. “Nobody liked to stay here.” Which part of speech is the underlined word? A. Relative pronoun B. Indefinite pronoun C. Correlative conjunction D. Sub-ordinate conjunction
x. “The tree with broken branches is very one hundred years old.” What is the underlined part of the sentence?
A. Adjective phrase B. Adverb phrase C. Participial phrase D. Appositive phrase
xi. “After we eat our dinner, we will play at cards.” The underlined part of the sentence is a/an: A. Noun clause B. Adjective clause C. Adverb clause D. Adverb phrase
xii. “They understand that they have made mistakes.” The underlined portion of the sentence is a/an:
A. Noun phrase B. Noun clause C. Adjective clause D. Participial phrase
xiii. They remained strong as they ate healthful foods?” What is the underlined part?
A. Adverbial Clause B. Noun clause C. Adjective clause D. Appositive phrase
xiv. The places, where I lived in my childhood, are dear to me. The underlined part is
A. an adverbial clause B. an adjective clause
C. a noun clause D. a main clause
xv. Walking in the rain for many hours changed his mood and thinking. The underlined part is a.an
A. Infinitive Phrase B. Gerundive Phrase
C. Participial Phrase D. Verb Phrase
xvi. “No longer did he feel diffident about his own work and worth.” What does the underlined word exactly mean?
A. Timid B. Worried C. Lacking self confidence D. Pessimistic
xvii. My younger brother is given to much talking. Which of the following words can exactly replace the underlined portion?
A. Outspoken B. Dilly–Dallying C. Garrulous D. Reticent
xviii. “Some cheekierboy of Brookfield sent Linford to Mr. Chips.” What does the underlined word exactly mean?
A. Sagacious B. Intelligent C. Senior D. Impudent
xix. “Many unfortunate Kashmiris are still suffering from the destructive effects of the October 8 Earthquake.” Which of the following words can exactly replace the underlined portion? A. Remnants B. Ravages C. Succour D. Galore
xx. Choose the correct spelling:
A. nutritious B. nutretious C. nutricious D. neutritious
GKI College Topi, Swabi
Pre-Board HSSC-II Examination 2014
English Compulsory
Time allowed: 2.40 hours Total Marks: 80
Note: Sections „B‟ and „C‟ comprise pages 1-4 and questions therein are to be answered on the separately provided answer book. Answer all the questions from section “B” and section “C”. Use supplementary answer sheet i.e., sheet B if required. Write your answers neatly and legibly.
SECTION – B
(40 marks)
Note: Attempt all the questions. Answer questions 2 – 8 in about 40 to 50 words each.
Q.2 How was Cordova a city of international fame in the tenth century? (4)
Q.3 Why does Herbert E. Hawke in “Why Boys Fail in Colleges” recommend for college Dean
to have the diagnostic ability like that of a physician? (4)
Q.4 What is the significance of the doctor’s advice, “Don’t stuff your head with with the things you don’t understand.” (4)
(OR)
After reading “On Destroying Books”, don’t you think that J.C. Squire made a simple task
of destroying his worthless books look awfully difficult and dangerous? Comment. (4)
Q.5 Why did the writer want to see the manager alone? (My Financial Career) (4)
(OR)
It is said about Spanish gardens that they still retain some of their Moorish Character.
Elaborate in the light of “The Jewel of the World”. (4)
Q.6 Do you think that the size of the population of a country has a direct bearing on the
living standard of its people? Argue in favour or against keeping Anna McKenzie’s
essay “Hunger and Population Explosion” in mind. (4)
Q.7 Examinations often fail to test the true ability of a person. Comment. (4)
Q.8 What do you know of Professor Claude Balanguernon? How did he save the hero’s life toward the end of hitchhike? (4)
(OR)
Name the major reforms brought about by Mustafa Kamal. (4)
\Q.9 Answer the following questions on “Good-Bye Mr. Chips” in about 60 to 75 words each:
i. Why has Katherine Bridges been called the “astonishing girl wife” of Mr. Chips?
Explain briefly. (6)
(OR)
One of the essential traits of Mr. Chips’ character was his humbleness. Discuss with examples. (6)
ii. Who was Ralston and what were his differences with Mr. Chips? (6)
SECTION – C (Marks: 40)
Note: Attempt all the questions.
Q.10 Suppose you work as a research officer with the Police department. In view of the
growing incidents of car-lifting in the city during the last six months, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) has asked you to investigate and write a report on it.
Your report should cover the following aspects: (8)
a. Number of such incidents during the period under review.
b. Causes of rise in such incidents.
c. Some measures to control such incidents.
Q.11 a. Correct the following paragraph for the kinds of errors listed in the bracket. There are six errors in all. Then rewrite the paragraph as you have revised it. (6) (incorrect preposition, error in subject-verb agreement, incorrect noun, incorrect adverbs, error in verbs, incorrect pronoun, article, error of degree)
Honey bees are called “Social Insects” because they live all his lives on great colonies containing sometimes as many as 50,000 individuals. Each hive is like an independent, democratic state where all citizens do their duties with great sense of responsibility. The head of the hives is the Queen-bee. She works hard and long than any of her subjects. The entire community is dividing into three classes: the queen, the workers and the drones. Each class do its duty for the whole community.
b. Use any FOUR of the following phrasal verbs/idioms in sentences: (4)
i. Jeer at ii. Blow over iii. Cry up iv. To call a spade a spade v. Cheek by Jowl
vi. A stag party
Q.12 Read the following passage and answer the questions appended to it:
“Reports on terrorist attacks seem to be an almost regular affair. The killing of innocent men and women, ordinary passengers and peace–loving residents of an area, for example, is testimony to barbarism that has taken bizarre forms today. An embassy is devastated by a car bomb, another car bomb obliterates a place of worship, different political and religious leaders are gunned down by assassins. Committing terrorism is equated with an achievement worthy of honour. And many are scrambling to be the most militant. True, terrorism generates terror; but one wonders if it would serve a purpose. The terrorists do not want the restoration of normalcy or negotiations leading to a peaceful settlement of issues. Acts of terrorism make rapprochement impossible. Countries today have adopted counter–terrorist measures, but terrorism continues to plague countries. Terrorists find the acts to win their cause, whether it is religious or political, a low cost and high gain alternative. But the aim should not be to avenge terrorism but to stop. Force begets force and doing nothing is a sure way to invite more atrocities. What is required is for the nations to sink their differences and come to an agreement that no country will encourage terrorism in any part of the world and that all nations will together combat this international evil. For this, the initiative should come from the United Nations. Perhaps the effective intervention of the United Nations and the strict implementation of the international laws in force will enable the world to see the end of international terrorism.”
Questions:
i. Find a similar word from the passage that means the same as the phrases given below:
a. Remove all signs. (1)
b. Cause suffering or discomfort. (1)
b. Cause suffering or discomfort. (1)
ii. “Acts of terrorism make rapprochement impossible. Explain how? (2)
iii. Write a précis of the passage in about one-third of its length and also suggest a suitable title for it. (6)
Q.13 Write an essay in about 250 – 300 words on one of the following topics: (12)
i. Travelling and Its Educative Value
Outline:What traveling means in the context of this essay----- advantages of traveling---- the best way of learning facts through traveling ----- generating new ideas ------ a source of information and knowledge---- travelogues or books of travel by famous writers----suggestions for other students --- summing up.
ii. Strength of a Nation Lies in its Economy.
Outline:Every nation wants to be strong --- Real strength of a nation lies in its economic power --- strong and viable economy results in higher standard of living and greater satisfaction and solidarity among its people --- weak economy results in serious socio-economic and political problems. --- World turned into a global village where only economically strong nations can survive honourably --- summing up.
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