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Question 14 Marks

Write a factual description, in not more than 100 words, of a potted plant that you and your sibling recently chose, to gift your parent.

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We recently chose a potted plant called the Hibiscus as a gift for our mother. It was a small shrub with a height of about 1.5 feet. The leaves looked dark green, shiny, and had a slightly serrated edge. The plant had several buds and appeared to be healthy and one large, fully blossomed deep-red flower which had five petals and a prominent central stamen. The plant came in a small clay pot with a diameter of about 10 inches. It had a simple yellow and red abstract design that complemented the plant well. The soil in the pot looked moist and well -draining along with being enriched with organic matter.

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Question 24 Marks

Describe a gift you have received that was important to you, in not more than 100 words.

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One of the best gifts I have ever received was given to me by my uncle. I got a laptop which I had desperately needed for the school studies. This laptop was a black colour thin laptop with 16-inch display. It weighed less than a kilo and I can easily carry it in my bag. I often use it in my bed as well as on my study table. The laptop has all the facilities that I would need. It has a great graphic card and good processor to support my graphic designing learning. Plus, it also has an inbuilt cam that allows me to attend some of my classes online

A good thing about my laptop is that it allows me to watch movies online without leaving the comfort of my home. Further, it has a really good sound quality which brings me joy as I love listening to music. Moreover, the laptop was quite handy for me. I could search the internet, get help for my studies and learn many new things from my laptop. From the utilitarian point of view, this was a very useful device for many years to me.

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Question 34 Marks

Write a descriptive paragraph on your role model based on the clues given below, in not more than 100 words.
Name of the role model – why do you admire him/her-his/ her qualities that appeal to you the most-his/ her, traits, achievements etc

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My father is my role model simply because he is the person I admire the most in my life. It is because he is a very hardworking and down to earth person. Although he was bom in a very poor family, he defied all odds and became an engineer through his sheer hard work and will power. It is due to his efforts that I am able to live a comfortable life. Fie never boasts of his success and keeps working hard.

The other quality that I like about him is that he treats everyone with respect, be it his superiors or subordinates, young or old, rich or poor. He is also calm and composed in times of difficulties and never gets bobbed down due to them. He is not only a father but also a friend to me. It is he who I consult first whenever I need any help or suggestion in my life. I believe on living life to his ideal which is ‘Simple living and High thinking.

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Question 44 Marks

Describe a calculator in your own words.

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Doing mathematical calculations have become easy with the help of a device known as a calculator.

A calculator is, essentially, an electronic device used for doing calculations. These days we have all kinds of calculators in the market. The ordinary calculators perform simple arithmetical operations. Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division are used for basic calculations. Human minds can err but nut calculators. Speed and accuracy are the watchwords of this small device.

A calculator looks like a small plastic box. The board contains numbers from 0 to 9 and + , -, ×, ÷ marks. The pushbuttons carrying these numbers and signs are pressed to do the required calculations. Besides simple calculators, there are also sophisticated calculators to perform more complex operations. There are scientific calculators also which can perform various scientific functions. Calculators are mostly operated by battery cells. Electrical and solar calculators are also available in the market.

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Question 54 Marks

Write a descriptive paragraph, in not more then clues given below.

Introduction
Early life and education
His achievements
Awards and honours
Professional carrer and works

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Rabindranath Tagore was an outstanding poet, philosopher, playwright, dramatist, composer, social reformer and a talented painter. He was born at Jorasanka, Kolkata on 7th May 1861. His father’s name was Devendranath Tagore. His mother’s name was Sarala Devi. He started writing poems in his childhood. Rabindranath wrote many poems, short stories, essays, dramas, novels and songs. He was also a great composer. He composed the national anthem of our country, Jana Gana Mana. His important works are Gitanjali, Ghare Baire, RabindraSangeet, Amar Sonar Bangla, etc. He was the first Indian to win the noble prize in 1913 for ‘Gitanjali’. Tagore was also very fond of drawing and painting. He drew several sketches doodles and paintings. He died on 7th August 1941. Rabindranath tagore will remain in our hearts forever.

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Question 64 Marks

Write a factual description, of a handcrafted item which you made yourself.

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Kite flying is a popular activity in India and I have made different types of kites on various occasions all by myself. During the kite flying festival, many people, especially children and young play around with a variety of kites. On such an occasion, I made a kite which was more than 4 feet in length and looked like a red dragon. This sort of kite is usually called “dragon kite” and it is quite tough to make and fly. When a traditional kite might take an hour to be made, a dragon kite sometimes takes more than a week, depending on the size and shape. It took me more than 4 days to complete this kite and I required to purchase some special papers, colour, plastic, giue, ribbon and sticks to make it.

First, I had to use the sticks of different sizes to build the main shape of the kite. The sticks were linked to each other very strongly and I used glue, sticks and plastic to make the final shape of the kite. Then, I checked whether the structure was strong enough to fly or not. After that, I wrapped the frame with colourful papers and plastics to give it a beautiful shape. I was quite happy to see the final outcome and was convinced that it would fly without any obstacle. The wings of the dragon were more than 1 feet each and I had to be very careful while making it. Any wrong shape of the wing would actually ruin the whole project. I had to make it strong while keeping it light. That was a tough challenge but luckily I was quite successful in making the final kite.

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Question 74 Marks

Write a factual descriptive paragraph on Mother Teresa using the clues given below.

Early life and education
Her work for the society
Awards and honours

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Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa is a humanitarian who is well-known throughout the world for her selfless approach toward those who are in need. She was born on 26th August, 1910, in Skopje, Macedonia. She became a nun at the age of 18 and moved to India. She began teaching geography at St. Mary’s Convent School in Calcutta. She could not bear to see the sorrows, pains and difficulties of those around her, so she dedicated the remainder of her life to serving the poor and the oppressed. In Calcutta, she founded the Missionaries of Charity and Nirmal Hriday, a shelter for the poor. She also opened schools and hospitals. She loved children the most and loved to teach the students. Hence, she also started an open-air school to teach the students without taking any money. She chose to live a modest life which drew people from all over the world to volunteer and serve the destitute. She was honoured with the Nobel Peace Prize and the Bharat Ratna for her outstanding service.

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Question 84 Marks

Write a factual description of your favourite gadget in not more than 100 words, highlighting its key features and functionalities.

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Content Points:

Name and type of the gadget.
Brief reason for choosing it as your favourite.
Mention the standout specifications (e.g., sleek design, high performance, durability).
Highlight unique functionalities (e.g., voice commands, AI integration, touch screen)
Describe its primary purpose (e.g., communication, entertainment, productivity).
Additional features that make it versatile (e.g., multi-tasking, connectivity, battery life).
How it enhances your daily life.
Personal satisfaction or convenience provided by the gadget

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