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DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL GHAZIABAD UNIT TEST II (2012-2013) CLASS XII SUBJECT ENGLISH Time 1 hr. M.M: 35 Q.

Q.1) Read the passage given below:

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They are soft, come in a splendid array of colours, shapes and sizes and though they are light, they are amazingly resilient and wonderfully strong. In fact, they are one of natures finest marvels. Do you know what they are? Feathers! The feathers on different parts of a birds body are shaped differently and have varying uses. The flight feathers on a birds wings are straight and stiff, while those covering its body overlap each other to give the bird an aerodynamic shape for efficient flight, and to keep out the wind and the water. A birds body feathers also act like a snug jacket, keeping the cold away from the delicate skin. The tail feathers are used for lifting, steering, and braking and these are perfectly symmetrical to allow a balanced flight. Since feathers are absolutely vital for flight and for warmth, birds spend a large part of their day cleaning and grooming their feathers by applying oil, bathing in water or dust, scratching and preening. Preening straightens out the feathers so they lock neatly together, and are smooth and unruffled. This is important because a preened feather presents a solid surface to push against air during flight. It is incredible that birds also apply a kind of oil on their feathers with their beaks to keep them in perfect shape. Birds replace old feathers with new ones in a process called molting that takes place one or more times a year. The number of feathers a bird has varies from species to species. A Tundra swan may have over 25,000 feathers, while the tiny humming-bird has only about 1,000. An adult turkey has about 3,500 feathers. Feathers have always fascinated humans. Tribals in Africa and Asia and the aborigines in Australia adorned their bodies with bright and colourful feathers. The Red Indian tribes in North America used feathers to weave magnificent head-dresses. In Greek mythology, Daedalus tried to escape from his prison by attaching feathered wings to his shoulders. Feathers have also been used as a stuffing in beddings and pillows and in jackets. Feathers are made of keratin, a protein that is also used to make horn, hair and beaks. In human bodies, keratin makes up our nails and hair. Feathers determine what a bird looks like, since they supply the bird with the colours they come to be associated with. A crows ebony colour is caused by its black feathers and a canarys bright yellow hue, or a parrots green one are all due to their feathers. Feathers are also useful to camouflage and protect birds.

Q1.1On the basis of your reading of the above passage, make notes on it using headings and sub-headings. Use recognizable abbreviations wherever necessary. 5

Q.2. Anil Kumble retired after a fulfilling career in cricket. As a sports journalist you have been asked to interview him. Frame ten questions you would like to ask him based on the items given below : 5 age started playing - coaching where - debut match - career best - family support - favorite fellow cricketer - any regrets - toughest opponent - favorite playing ground - plans after retirement Q.3 Read the following poster:

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSUMER CAUGHT IN THE WEB BECAUSE . - Lacks quality consciousness - Lacks consumer awareness - Misleading advertisements - Corrupt practices of shopkeepers Issued in Public interest by - Ministry for Consumer Affairs Sahil Sharma attended a seminar where the rights of a consumer were discussed and the above poster was displayed. Taking help from the points raised in the poster, she prepared a speech to be given on National Consumer Day in school. As Sahil, write the speech. (Word limit 200 words) 10 Q.4. Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow: A poem should be motionless in time As the moon climbs, Leaving, as the moon releases Twig by twig the night-entangled trees, (a) Explain the contradiction in the first two lines. (b) What is meant by the phrase ,night-entangled tree? (c) Mention any two characteristics of a good poem as described in the above lines. Q.5. Answer any three of the following questions in 40-50 words each: (2) (2) (2) 3x3 = 9

1) Describe Alexanders character as portrayed in the play The Adventure Story. (Highlight any three with examples) 2) The author says, Youll find your freedom, a room of your own. What does he mean and what is the care one has to take in order that one does not lose it? 3) Do you think God had played a brutal joke on Alexander? Give reasons to support your answer. 4) The world will always remain to a child the chief toy.Comment with reference to The Hum of Insects. Bonus Question: 1)In The Hum of Insects the reader journeys through the magic of reminiscence to present day reality. Comment.

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