NBSE Question Papers English Term-1 (Set-1) for Class 10

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 Class 10  SET-1 Series NBSE/X/2021 TERM-I Code No. 184/10/1 Roll No.  Candidates must write the Code No. on the title page of the OMR sheet. l Please check that this question paper contains 12 pages. l Code number given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written on the title page of the OMR sheet. l Please check that this question paper contains 60 questions. l 15 minutes time has been allotted to read this question paper. ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE Time Allowed : 90 Minutes Maximum Marks : 40 General Instructions: 1. The Question Paper contains THREE sections. 2. Section A—READING has 18 questions. Attempt a total of 14 questions, as per specific instructions for each question. 3. Section B—WRITING & GRAMMAR has 12 questions. Attempt a total of 10 questions, as per specific instructions for each question. 4. Section C—LITERATURE has 30 questions. Attempt 26 questions, as per specific instructions for each question. 5. All questions carry equal marks. 6. There is no negative marking. NBSE 2021 1 [P.T.O.

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 SECTION A — READING I. Read the passage given below: I. In the recent past, there has been a thought given to the several problems that the system of school education is facing. Starting with focus on the Delhi region, one of the first discussion points has been to find ways to bring the lakhs of children who have so far been denied education into a workable school system. A further aspect of the same problem is to ensure a minimum dropout rate in school children (particularly girls). In Delhi, this has reached alarming proportions. Finding solutions for Delhi will help other areas as well. II. A tool called ‘learning style inventory’ was used; it was addressed to know how information of skills is learnt, which factor makes an individual comfortable with learning skills or acquiring declarative knowledge. Different answers emerged. In dealing with factual knowledge some people liked to experience first, others to observe, yet others to experiment and still some who preferred to plunge into learning, leaving analysis for later. III. It then became easy to discover which of the attributes made for better learning for an individual. The learning situation will be benefited by understanding these differences. Two major processes cover most people’s learning styles. These are as follows: Information gathering process and process of transforming information. The continuance of information gathering is bound by people who gather information through experiences at one end and by those who gather information through reading/listening, on the other. The continuance of transformation of information is bound by people who internalise through watching/observing, on the one hand, and by those who learn while applying knowledge and doing something with it, on the other. Others fall somewhere in between. All this has a bearing on school because children too have similar learning styles on these two axes. IV. There are four types of learners. Firstly, there are children who will absorb facts through experiences. They will readily share their thoughts with others. The second type of learners will take unrelated facts and try to seek order in them in using independent judgement. They will prefer to be exact in their knowledge and correctly apply as per their understanding. The next type of learner is the pragmatist. They use their abilities for problem solving. Such a person – is a useful type to function in a group. The fourth type of learner belongs to the world of action. Everything is brought down to the level of concrete observation and doing. With some awareness of how children react in different ways, teachers may find effective methods of teaching. Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any eight out of the ten questions by choosing the correct option. 1. Mention two major problems that the system of school education is facing. 1. Enrolling children in school 2. Promoting girls’ education 3. Providing textbooks 4. Preventing dropping out 5. Providing school buildings (a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 4 (c) 3 and 5 (d) 1 and 3 NBSE 2021 2

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 2. Which of the following CANNOT be considered as a factor of learning style inventory? (a) Experience (b) Observation (c) Rote memorize (d) Experiment 3. Information can be gathered ______________ (a) through experience, reading and listening. (b) through applying knowledge. (c) through observation and experiment. (d) through doing something with knowledge. 4. Match the types of learners in column A with their characteristics in column B. Types of learners (Column A) Types of learners (Column B) (i) First (a) They observe and do things. (ii) Second (b) T hey are practical and use their ability for problem (iii) Third solving. ( c) They absorb facts through experiences. ( iv) Fourth (d) T hey prefer to be exact in their knowledge and correctly apply as per their understanding. (a) i-b, ii-c, iii-d, iv-a (b) i-c, ii-b, iii-d, iv-a (c) i-c, ii-d, iii-b, iv-a (d) i-a, ii-c, iii-d, iv-b 5. Choose the option that best describes the meaning of the word 'plunge' as used in Para II. (a) To move forward (b) To jump into something (c) To start doing something actively (d) To fall into something 6. Select the option that is true for the two statements given below. STATEMENT 1: Type 3 learners are pragmatic. STATEMENT 2: They correctly apply as per their understanding. (a) STATEMENTS 1 and 2 are true, STATEMENT 2 is the correct explanation for STATEMENT 1 (b) STATEMENTS 1 and 2 are true, but STATEMENT 2 is NOT the correct explanation for STATEMENT 1. (c) STATEMENT 1 is true, STATEMENT 2 is false. (d) STATEMENT 1 is false, STATEMENT 2 is true. 7. Choose the option that can be considered as an antonym of the word ‘pragmatic’. (a) Rational (b) Hard- headed (c) Idealistic (d) Practical 8. What can help teachers find effective methods of teaching? (a) Knowledge about how children react in different ways (b) Awareness about financial condition of children (c) Awareness of different cultural backgrounds of children (d) Knowledge about how children are different in their lifestyles 9. What are the two main processes that include most people’s learning styles? (a) Process of applying knowledge, process of doing something with it (b) Process of watching and observing (c) Process of information gathering, experiencing (d) Process of information gathering, transforming information NBSE 2021 3 [P.T.O.

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 10. Choose the correct synonym for the word ‘denied’ as used in Para I. (a) Acknowledged (b) Credited (c) Embraced (d) Refused II. Read the passage given below: I. Eating out is arguably the biggest social activity today for Indians across metros, but their choice of venue varies, depending on the city. II. Delhiites spend more money at fast food chains, cafes and street food stalls while Mumbaikars show a preference for restaurants, both standalone and inside hotels. III. The bulk of the food business in India is still in the unorganised sector, according to a survey done by the National Restaurants Association of India (NRAI), but the urge to experience novel cuisines is driving different formats in the organised sector at a brisk pace. Mumbai has the highest share in the organised market – which mainly accounts for standalone restaurants– followed by Delhi, Bengaluru and Pune. IV. For all other formats ranging from quick service restaurants (QSRs) such as McDonald's and Subway, to casual dine restaurants (CDRs) like Pizza Hut and Barbeque Nation and fine dining chains, it is the national capital region that provides the maximum patronage. In the unorganised segment too, Delhi comes first, followed by Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai respectively. V. In Bengaluru, notably, organized outlets such as chains and restaurants enjoy a bigger slice of the overall pie as compared to the unorganized sector. But in Kolkata, business from streetside stalls and households is more than twice as big as the organized segment. VI. “A restaurant today is not just a place for eating. It is a place to socialize, to unwind and more. Eating out is no more the rich man’s indulgence. There are options, and people, irrespective of economic class, go out to eat,\" said Riyazz Amlani, president, NRAI, and chief executive of Impresario Entertainment and Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. VII. The share of the organized food services market is just 33%, the report said. “This is largely due to over regulation of our industry, the complex maze of approvals and licences required and high tax brackets. It is about time our industry’s socio-economic impact is recognized by the government, and it initiates immediate steps to unlock the true potential of this behemoth,\" said Riyazz Amlani, president, NRAI. NBSE 2021 4

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any six out of the eight questions by choosing the correct option. 11. Organised sector in the food market will include which of these? 1. Fine Dine 2. Street Vendors 3. Restaurants 4. Food Stalls (a) (2) and (4) (b) (1) and (3) (c) (3) and (4) (b) (1) and (4) 12. Pick the option that correctly reflects the relation of (1) to (2). (1) Bulk eating happens in the unorganised sector of the food market. (2) Growth of the organised sector of the food market is hurt. (a) (1) is the correct explanation of (2). (b) (2) is false, (1) is true. (c) (1) and (2) both are true. (d) (2) is affected because of (1). 13. Arrange the following from the lowest to highest in terms of food chains, as per the bar graph. 1. Chennai 2. Delhi 3. Kolkata 4. Bengaluru (a) 4, 3, 1, 2 (b) 1, 3, 4, 2 (c) 2, 4, 1, 3 (d) 3, 1, 4, 2 14. Which IMAGE correctly reflects the market-wise share of food businesses in major cities, as per the graph in the passage? Delhi Chains Delhi Chains Mumbai Organised Mumbai Organised Kolkata Unorganised Kolkata Unorganised Bengaluru Bengaluru Chennai Chennai 05 15 25 35 05 15 25 35 (in ` thousand crore) (in ` thousand crore) Chains Chains (1) Organised (2) Organised Unorganised Unorganised Delhi Delhi Mumbai Mumbai Kolkata Kolkata Bengaluru Bengaluru Chennai Chennai 05 15 25 35 05 15 25 35 (in ` thousand crore) (in ` thousand crore) (3) (4) (a) Image 1 (b) Image 2 (c) Image 3 (d) Image 4 15. Which image closely relates to the underlined word in the phrase ‘brisk pace’? (1) (2) (3) (4) (a) Image 1 (b) Image 2 (c) Image 3 (d) Image 4 NBSE 2021 5 [P.T.O.

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 16. According to the writer, what is the preference of Delhiites when it comes to eating out? 1. Standalone restaurants 2. Fast food chains 3. Inside Restaurants 4. Street food stalls 5. Cafes (a) 1, 2, 3 (b) 2, 4, 5 (c) 1, 3, 5 (d) 2, 3, 4 17. According to Mr. Amlani, the reason for the less share of the organized food services market is: (a) True potential of this industry is still unlocked. (b) Socio-economic impact of this industry isn’t recognized. (c) Over regulation of this industry with lots of approval and licences. (d) Over regulation of this industry with declining tax brackets. 18. Which of the following is NOT a synonym of the word ‘novel’ as used in the passage? (a) Unique (b) Familiar (c) Off beat (d) Peculiar SECTION-B — GRAMMAR AND WRITING GRAMMAR III. Answer any five out of the six questions by selecting the most appropriate option for each. 19. Which option displays the correct change of the following to reported speech? Simran said to her mother, “I want to go to Asmi’s house for group study.” (a) Simran told her mother she wants to go to Asmi’s house for group study. (b) Simran told her mother that she had to go to Asmi’s house for group study. (c) Simran told her mother she wanted to go to Asmi’s house for group study. (d) Simran told her mother that she wanted to go to Asmi’s house for group study. 20. Which option displays the correct change of the following to reported speech? Mother: Did you ask your father? The mother asked her ________________________ father. (a) if you asked your (b) if she asked her (c) if she had asked her (d) that if she asked her 21. The story was of a Pashtun merchant from Kabul, who___________ to Kolkata for selling dry fruits. (a) come (b) comes (c) came (d) had come 22. A bicycle gets punctured __________ a thorn or a nail runs into the tube. (a) while (b) when (c) until (d) unless 23. Moral and family values __________ be inculcated in children. (a) must (b) should (c) can (d) could 24. My favourite pastime ________ to watch stand-up comedy. (a) have been (b) has been (c) is (d) are NBSE 2021 6

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 WRITING IV. Answer any five out of the six questions given, with reference to the context below. Nachiket is a student of Arindam Public School, Jaipur. He has to write a letter to the editor of a national daily drawing attention towards the poor sanitary conditions prevailing in his city and suggesting ways to overcome this menace. 25. Select the option with relevant aspects that Nachiket should select, for this letter. 1. Name of the newspaper 2. Name of the school Principal 3. Informal tone 4. Address of the receiver 5. Date of writing the letter (a) 1, 2, 3 (b) 1, 3, 4 (c) 2, 3, 5 (d) 1, 4, 5 26. To whom would Nachiket make an appeal for improving the sanitary conditions? (a) Newspaper officials (b) Government officials (c) Sanitary officials (d) School officials 27. Which option should Nachiket select, to elaborate on the difficulties faced by the people? (a) • Broken roads (b) • Spread of diseases • Uncovered manholes • Health hazards to small children • Broken pipeline • Polluted environment (c) • Lack of street lights (d) • High costing medical facilities • Lack of privacy • Low income of people • Lack of public toilets • Lack of knowledge 28. Select the option that correctly justifies the purpose of writing this letter. (1) The letter will be an eye-opener for the authorities and create awareness among masses. (2) The letter will be an order for the authorities to take strict actions. (a) Yes, to option (1) because of the polite expectation. (b) No, to option (1) because of the uncertainty of fulfilment of purpose. (c) Yes, to option (2) because of the authoritative tone. (d) No, to option (2) because of the informal tone. 29. Nachiket shares some measures to overcome the menace. Select the option that helps him complete these suggestions, appropriately. People should be (i) ________________and made aware about public sanitation and how they should utilize (ii) ________________. (a) (i) realise, (ii) personal property (b) (i) educated, (ii) public property (c) (i) aware, (ii) public property (d) (i) educated, (ii) personal property 30. Select the option that completes the concluding line appropriately. I hope that my suggestion will influence, ………. (a) the concerned authorities to make some efforts to improve the condition. (b) your newspaper’s popularity will increase. (c) you will take some measures to improve the condition. (d) more public toilets will be made. NBSE 2021 7 [P.T.O.

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 SECTION-C — LITERATURE V. Read the given extract and answer any four out of the five questions that follow: “Mr Keesing had a good laugh at my arguments, but when I proceeded to talk my way through the next lesson, he assigned me a second essay. This time it was supposed to be on ‘An Incorrigible Chatterbox! I handed it in, and Mr Keesing had nothing to complain about for two whole lessons. However, during the third lesson, he’d finally had enough. “Anne Frank, as a punishment for talking in class, write an essay entitled-‘Quack, Quack, Quack, Said Mistress Chatterbox.’ ” 31. What convincing argument was made by Anne? (a) She was talkative just like any other student in the class. (b) She had the right to be talkative, as it was a classroom and not a prison. (c) She had inherited the trait from her mother, so couldn’t stop being talkative. (d) She found it impossible to be quiet like the others as she couldn’t change herself. 32. What does ‘had a good laugh’ imply in the context of Mr Keesing? It means that he: (a) celebrated his ability to make Anne write the essay. (b) ridiculed Anne in front of the whole class. (c) pulled up Anne for her arguments in the essay. (d) realized the humour in it and was amused. 33. Based on this extract, pick the option with the list of words that best describe Mr Keesing. (a) Jovial and creative (b) Strict and innovative (c) Tolerant and strict (d) Innovative and jovial 34. Why do you think Mr Keesing chose the title ‘An Incorrigible Chatterbox’ for Anne to write on? This was so because he expected: (a) Anne to express her inability to elaborate on such a topic. (b) that this would embarrass Anne and would check her indiscipline. (c) her to apologize and not repeat her talkative behaviour. (d) Anne to explore her creative writing skills. 35. How did Anne feel when she was punished for the third time by Mr Keesing? (a) She was happy as she had to write three essays on the same topic. (b) She enjoyed making fun of Mr Keesing in her own way. (c) She was worried as she had run out of original ideas for her essay. (d) She was thrilled at another opportunity to showcase her writing abilities. NBSE 2021 8

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 VI. Read the given extract and answer any four out of the five questions that follow: It was this desire for the freedom of my people to live their lives with dignity and self-respect that animated my life, that transformed a frightened young man into a bold one, that drove a law- abiding attorney to become a criminal, that turned a family-loving husband into a man without a home, that forced a life-loving man to live like a monk. 36. What changed Mandela’s life? (a) Hunger for his dignity and self respect (b) Hunger for his freedom and dignity (c) Hunger for freedom for his people (d) Hunger for love and family life 37. Choose the option that lists the set of statements that are NOT TRUE according to the given extract. 1. Nelson Mandela wanted his freedom. 2. He was ready to become a criminal to make his people free. 3. He was a family- loving husband who couldn’t live without them. 4. He was courageous and bold. 5. He later became a monk. 6. He was self-sacrificing and virtuous. (a) 1, 2, 5 (b) 1, 3, 5 (c) 1, 4, 3 (d) 1, 6, 5 38. Choose the characteristic trait displayed by Mandela in the above extract. (a) Authoritative (b) Self-obsessed (c) Self-sacrificing (d) High spirited 39. Which word does ‘attorney’ NOT correspond to? (a) Advisor (b) Mentor (c) Tutor (d) Defendant 40. Pick the option that DOES NOT showcase the usage of ‘animated’ as in the extract. (a) An animated film is one in which puppets or drawings appear to move. (b) We had an animated discussion over current events last evening. (c) A sparkle in his eyes animated his face whenever he smiled. (d) Animated by fresh hope, he started again. VII. Read the given extract and answer any four out of the five questions that follow: He stalks in his vivid stripes The few steps of his cage, On pads of velvet quiet, In his quiet rage. 41. Choose the image that best describes the condition of the tiger in the last line of the given extract. (1) (2) (3) (4) (a) IMAGE 1 (b) IMAGE 2 (c) IMAGE 3 (d) IMAGE 4 NBSE 2021 9 [P.T.O.

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 42. ‘Stalking the few steps of his cage’ shows that the movement of the tiger is: (a) captivating (b) angry (c) thoughtful (d) restricted 43. Which of the following reflects the use of the literary device in “quiet rage”? (a) Sweet sorrow (b) Golden silence (c) Beautiful bride (d) Restless night 44. The phrase ‘the pads of velvet quiet’ means: (a) the feet of the tiger have velvet padding making his feet feel cozy. (b) one cannot hear the tiger’s footsteps because he has very soft feet like velvet. (c) only a thud can be heard as the tiger’s paws are padded with velvet. (d) the tiger walks very quietly in the cage like on velvet carpet. 45. Select the option that fits with the following: Vivid:Picturesque:: _________:________ (a) Perilous: Safe (b) Endangered: Liberated (c) Brilliant: Striking (d) Naive: Informed V III. Read the given extract and answer any four out of the five questions that follow: The feeling among the neighbours was that the trouble was caused by witchcraft. But witchcraft or not, when news of the burglary at the clergyman’s home became known, the strange scientist was strongly suspected of having had a hand in it. Suspicion grew even stronger when he suddenly produced some ready cash, though he had admitted not long before that he had no money. 46. What ‘trouble’ is the author talking about in the first line? (a) Trouble caused by witchcraft and suspicion. (b) Burglary at the clergyman’s home and cash missing from his desk. (c) Trouble caused by the strange incident when Mrs Hall’s furniture became alive. (d) Griffin acted eccentric and took off his bandages and clothes. 47. Why was the scientist suspected of having had a hand in the burglary at the clergyman’s house? (a) Because he was a lawless man. (b) Because he made the cash payment, though he had no money some time ago. (c) Because he produced a blank cheque, though he had no money some time ago. (d) Because he already had robbed at London store and theatrical company. 48. Trace the emotions experienced by Mrs Hall from entering Griffin’s room to witnessing her furniture turning against her. (a) Surprised-strange-scared-hysterical-weeping (b) Happy-excited-scared-hysterical-weeping (c) Surprised-strange-scared-relieved-ecstatic (d) Happy-strange-scared-hysterical-relieved NBSE 2021 10

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 49. What is the figure of speech used in ‘strange scientist was strongly suspected’? (a) Anaphora (b) Alliteration (c) Exaggeration (d) Transferred epithet 50. Which of the following words is NOT used in the context of the word ‘witchcraft’? (a) Abracadabra (b) Talisman (c) Crystal-gazing (d) Scientific IX. Attempt the following ten questions: 51. With reference to the poem, ‘The Ball Poem’, select the correct option to complete the analogy given below: Merry: Merrily:: ___________:_________ (a) Possess: Possession (b) Response: Responsibility (c) Clear: Clearly (d) Grief: Grieved 52. Choose the option which matches correctly with their meaning. (A Triumph of Surgery) 1. Awaiting (a) Composition 2. Constitution (b) Excess in size 3. Bloated (c) Shine 4. Gleaming (d) Anticipate (a) 1-c,2-d,3-b,4-a (b) 1-c,2-d,3-a,4-b (c) 1-d,2-a,3-b,4-c (d) 1-d,2-c,3-b,4-a 53. When he finished, he went to the window to buy a stamp which he licked and then affixed to the envelope with a blow of his fist. Writing a letter to God shows that Lencho is- 1. angry 2. happy 3. annoyed 4. disappointed 5. surprised 6. grateful (a) 5 and 6 (b) 3 and 6 (c) 1,3 and 4 (d) 2,5 and 6 54. “Has given my heart a change of mood and saved some part of a day I had rued.” The poet’s mood changes when: (a) he sees the crow singing. (b) he sees a tree loaded with juicy fruits. (c) the crow shakes off some snow on him. (d) the crow throws some flowers on him. 55. Which of the following quotes best describes the main idea of the chapter ‘A Thief’s Story’? (a) As you sow, so shall you reap. (b) Kindness has the power to transform. (c) Guilt is the gift that keeps on giving. (d) If you forget the fox for stealing chickens, he will take your sheep. 56. “Oh, no. Every pair is different. All colours. All lined up.” Identify the context of the statement, ‘Every pair is different.’ (a) It refers to Wanda’s paintings. (b) It refers to Wanda’s pants. (c) It refers to Wanda’s dresses. (d) It refers to Wanda’s shoes. NBSE 2021 11 [P.T.O.

E:\\Class-10\\NBSE_English-10_(LL)_Term-1_(01-10-2021)_Praveen\\Open_Files\\NBSE_Eng-10_LL_T-1_Set-1 Reader’s Sign _______________________ Date __________ \\ 13-Oct-2021    Shailesh  Proof-3 57. Select the option that correctly classifies the connotations for fire and ice, as suggested in the poem. 1. lust 2. violence 3. insensitivity 4. hatred 5. passion (a) Fire- 3, 4; Ice- 1, 2, 5 (b) Fire- 1, 5; Ice-2, 3, 4 (c) Fire-1, 3, 5; Ice- 2, 4 (d) Fire- 1, 2, 4; Ice- 3, 5 58. “He just felt a bit dizzy. Then he flapped his wings once and he soared upwards.” Pick the most appropriate reason why the young gull felt dizzy. (a) He was flying for the first time. (b) He hadn’t eaten anything for a day. (c) He was dizzy because of extreme exuberance. (d) He was scared of heights. 59. “Now class, you may file around the room quietly and look at her exquisite drawings.” When the teacher wants them to ‘file around’, she wants the students to: (a) put the files in their proper places. (b) gather around her table to discuss the designs. (c) file the designs properly in their folders. (d) walk in a line to admire the designs. 60. The narrator exclaimed that he was “safe”. Which of the following represented the most immediate threat to the narrator’s safety? (a) Being lost due to non-functioning equipments. (b) The black mountain-like storm clouds. (c) The dwindling of fuel in the last fuel tank. (d) The leaking of fuel from the fuel tank. NBSE 2021 12