English Case based questions.

The next day I should arise with the dawn and see the thrilling miracle by which night is transformed into day. I should behold with awe the magnificent panorama of light with which the sun awakens the sleeping earth. This day I should devote to a hasty glimpse of the world, past and present. I should want to see the pageant of man’s progress, and so I should go to the museums.
Q.1. The word ‘thrilling’ has been used with ‘miracle’.
Which of the following words does not match with the word “thrilling’?
A. experience
B. tale
C. knowledge
D. adventure
Q.2. Why does the writer refer to the earth as ‘sleeping earth’?
Q.3. Complete the sentence with an appropriate reason.
The writer wishes to dedicate the day to a brief look at the present and past world because _________.
Q.4. Why does the writer use ‘should’ multiple times in the extract?

I feel the delicate symmetry of a leaf. I pass my hands lovingly about the smooth skin of a silver birch, or the rough, shaggy bark of a pine. In spring, I touch the branches of trees hopefully in search of a bud, the first sign of awakening Nature after her winter’s sleep. Occasionally, I am very fortunate; I place my hand gently on a small tree and feel the happy quiver of a bird in full song.
Q.1. What does the ‘delicate symmetry of a leaf symbolise?
Q.2. List two phrases from the extract that describe the texture of objects in nature.
Q.3. Complete the sentence appropriately.
The phrase ‘awakening Nature after her winter’s sleep’ refers to _________.
Q.4. What is the tone of the writer in this extract?
A. nostalgic
B. proud
C. admiring
D. celebratory