Class 11 Compulsory English Final Model Question with Solution 2080 (2023), NEB Board Exam
CLASS 11
Compulsory
English
Model Question
Solution
2080 (2023)
Time: 3 hrs. F.M: 75
Candidates are
required to answer in their own words as far as practicable.
Attempt All
Questions.
1.
Read the following passage and answer the given questions below: [15]
The idea that
coffee is bad for heart pops up periodically. It was found that regularly
drinking very strong coffee could sharply increase cholesterol levels.
Researchers even isolated fatlike chemicals, cafestol and kahweol, responsible
for the rise.
It turned out
that the European brewing method—boiling water sits on the coffee grounds for
several minutes before straining – produces high concentrations of cafestol and
kahweol. By contrast, the filter and percolation methods remove all but a trace
of these chemicals. Moreover, the studies involved large amounts of coffee—five
to six cups a day. Moderate coffee drinkers down only two cups. Research
has also shown that regular, moderate coffee drinking does not dangerously
raise blood pressure. And studies have failed to substantiate fears that coffee
might trigger abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) in healthy
people.
“For heart
disease, I think the issue is closed,” says Meir Stampfer, an epidemiologist at
Harvard who has studied many aspects of coffee and health. “Coffee drinking at
reasonable levels is unrelated to heart risk.” Evidence suggests that coffee
may help fend off Parkinson’s disease. A 30-year study of 8000
Japanese-American men found that avid coffee drinkers had one-fifth the risk of
those who didn’t drink the brew.
Scientists at
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA, found indirect evidence that Caffeine- the
habit forming stimulant in coffee – may actually combat Parkinson’s disease.
The caffeine seemed to protect mice brain cells from depletion of the nerve
chemical dopamine – the problem underlying Parkinson’s disease in humans.
However, these are preliminary findings; human studies have- not consistently
supported caffeine’s protective role.
The studies on
coffee and cancer have focussed on three organs – and are reassuring. You may remember
a brief coffee scare in the early 1980s when a single study linked coffee with
pancreatic cancer. A false alarm: Many studies since then have shown that the association
is either extremely weak or non-existent. If there’s a connection between
coffee and bladder cancer, it possibly applies just to coffee junkies. A
reanalysis of ten European studies found an increased risk only among people
who drank ten or more cups a day. And studies show that coffee seems to have no
adverse influence on the risk of colon cancer.
Caffeine is
such a powerful stimulant that the International Olympic Committee and the
National Collegiate Athletic Association set limits on how much can remain in
the blood during competition. In addition to boosting physical endurance,
caffeine increases alertness and improves mood. The buzz may come at a price,
though. People who drink more than they’re used to may become restless and
unable to sleep. Moreover, it’s possible to become physically dependent on
caffeine in days.
The question
now arises: how much to drink? Those with heartburn and anxiety may want to see
if cutting back coffee improves their condition. For most people, however,
there’s virtually no risk in consuming up to three normal cups a day. Harvard’s
Stampfer tries to keep his coffee drinking irregular enough to avoid
habituation: “That way, I can get a buzz when I feel like it.”
A.
Choose the most appropriate option: [5x1=5]
a.
Coffee increases.........of those people who regularly drink very strong
coffee.
i. cholesterol ii. tension
iii. the amount
of blood iv. Fats
- Ø cholesterol
b. A
person should not drink coffee ........................
i. less than 10
cups a day ii. more than ten cups a
day
(iii) more than
three cups a day iv. none of the above
- Ø more
than three cups a day
c. It
has been proved that coffee does not have any adverse effect on the risk of .....................
i. colon cancer
ii. diabetes
iii. lung
cancer iv. none of the above
- Ø colon
cancer
d.
Caffeine boosts …………………….
i. physical
endurance ii. mental endurance
iii. positive
feelings iv. none of these
- Ø physical
endurance
i.) does not
dangerously affect the health ii.) dangerously affects the health
iii.) causes
colon cancer iv.) causes
hypertension
- Ø does
not dangerously affect the health
B.
Answer the following questions briefly. [5x1=5]
i. In what
respect does coffee harm human heart? How?
- Ø Coffee
can harm the human heart by sharply increasing cholesterol levels, especially
when regularly drinking very strong coffee. The fatlike chemicals cafestol and
kahweol found in strong coffee are responsible for this rise in cholesterol
levels.
ii. What is the
finding of latest researches about coffee and human heart?
- Ø The
latest research findings suggest that regular, moderate coffee drinking does
not pose a dangerous risk to the human heart. Studies have failed to
substantiate fears that coffee might trigger abnormal heart rhythms or raise
blood pressure in healthy individuals. Therefore, at reasonable levels, coffee
drinking is unrelated to heart risk.
iii. What
problem causes Parkinson’s disease? What is the role of coffee in this respect?
- Ø Parkinson's
disease is caused by the depletion of the nerve chemical dopamine in the brain.
Coffee, particularly its caffeine content, may play a role in combatting
Parkinson's disease. Preliminary evidence suggests that caffeine can protect
mice brain cells from dopamine depletion. However, human studies have not
consistently supported caffeine's protective role, and more research is needed.
iv. Name the
three types of cancer listed in the passage.
- Ø The
three types of cancer mentioned in the passage are pancreatic cancer, bladder
cancer, and colon cancer.
v. ‘Caffeine is
a powerful stimulant’. What are the positive and negative effects of Caffeine?
- Ø Caffeine
is a powerful stimulant that can have both positive and negative effects. The
positive effects of caffeine include boosting physical endurance, increasing
alertness, and improving mood. However, consuming more caffeine than one is
accustomed to can lead to restlessness and difficulty sleeping.
C.
Make sentences of the underlined words in the passage.
Moderate = A moderate level of stress can enhance
productivity and motivation, while excessive stress can be detrimental to overall well-being.
Preliminary = Before conducting a scientific experiment, researchers
often perform a preliminary literature review to assess
the existing knowledge and
identify research gaps.
Trigger = A loud noise can trigger a panic attack
in individuals with anxiety disorders, causing a sudden onset of intense fear and discomfort.
Adverse
= Adverse weather conditions such as
heavy
rain, strong winds, or extreme heat can pose challenges and potentially affect
outdoor events or activities.
Endurance
= Mental endurance plays a crucial role in
competitive sports, as athletes need to
stay
focused and maintain peak performance for extended periods.
2.
Answer the questions briefly. (5×2=10)
a.
How did the giant realize his mistake? (Selfish Giant)
Ans:- The
giant realised his mistake by experiencing unusual changes in his garden. He
found out snow, frost, north wind, fog, etc. in his garden. He felt guilty
himself for all those acts which he had done against the children. When the
children reappeared in his garden, the garden once again bloomed with leaves
and flowers. He even heard the chirping of birds in his garden. Thus, he
realised his mistake.
Ans:- The
cause of suicide of Jean was his friend Luc because he is mentally disturbed by
the love affair of his friend Luc with the girl whom he loves much. I don’t
think suicide was the only one way to release his love. He could have expressed
his feeling to the girl or could have moved on in his life accepting Luc’s love
instead of committing suicide.
Ans:- Here, Corona as a speaker is making the human
realise that the mother (Earth) belongs to all the creatures not only the humans.
He reminds the human saying that the mother (Earth) isn’t their property alone.
He claims that the earth belongs to other creatures also apart from humans.
d. How does Parker try to obtain help and what problems does she encounter? (What Is Poverty?)
Ans:- Parker
tries to get help for her children by spreading her hands in front of various
people and institutions. Due to a lack of funds, she makes every effort to find
supportive hands most of the time. Most of the time, she has difficulty
locating the appropriate organization and person to assist her. She must
transfer to new organizations. She has to wait and tell her dreadful story over
and over.
Ans:- Yes,
I believe Mrs. Wright murdered her husband. After reading the entire play, I
believe she is a murderer. Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peters’ thorough investigation
into Mrs. Wright’s minor transgressions revealed all of the evidence against
her and proved her to be a murderer.
a. Write
the summary of the play. (A Sunny Morning)
Ans:- "A
Sunny Morning" is a one-act love comedy penned by prominent Spanish
writers Serafin and Joaquin Alvarez Quintero. This delightful play revolves
around two elderly former lovers, Don Gonzalo and Dona Llorente, who reunite in
a Madrid park, cherishing memories of their passionate past. Initially
oblivious to each other's true identities, they gradually discover their shared
history but opt to conceal it. Their conversations delve into the tragic love
affair between Gonzalo and Laura Llorente, fondly referred to as 'The Silver
Maiden.' Laura, a stunning woman with ebony hair and captivating eyes, captured
Gonzalo's heart. Their love was thwarted by Laura's parents, who sought a
wealthy merchant as her suitor.
Now in their
twilight years, they fabricate tales of their own demises. Don Gonzalo claims
to be the young Gonzalo's cousin, recounting a heroic death on a distant
battleground. Dona Laura, feigning ignorance, describes Laura Llorente's tragic
end at sea while waiting for Gonzalo. As the play concludes, they agree to meet
again in the park the following day if the sun graces the sky, hinting at the
possibility of renewed connection and brighter prospects ahead.
b. What
does Jonathan mean by his expression “Nothing puzzles God”? What does this
expression reveal about his character? Explain by citing details from the
story.
Ans:- In
the story “Civil Peace”, Jonathan uses
this expression “Nothing puzzles God” whenever something miraculous happens
with him. He uses this line when he gets his bicycle back in a fine condition
out of the ground. Next, He uses it when he finds his house still standing
after the war. By “Nothing puzzles God”,
he means that anything can happen but almighty God, being omniscient, is
not surprised and even possible by anything.
He means to say that God knows each and everything. The last time he
uses it at the end of the story after his family is robbed of the
exgratia. This expression reveals,
shows, depicts, represents that he is quite an optimistic person who has been a
belief of Almighty God. He feels too
delighted to get miracles in his life. This expression also reveals that he is
a good person who enjoys everything he has but never laments on his losses.
4.
Write a couple of paragraphs about an interesting place that you recently
visited. [7]
Ans:- During
my recent journey, I had the privilege of visiting the captivating city of
Pokhara. Nestled in the lap of the majestic Annapurna mountain range, Pokhara
offered a breathtakingly beautiful and serene experience. As I arrived, the
first thing that caught my eye was the mesmerizing Phewa Lake, its tranquil
waters reflecting the surrounding snow-capped peaks. The sight was simply
awe-inspiring and left me in a state of pure wonder.
One of the
highlights of my visit was venturing to the World Peace Pagoda, situated on a
hilltop overlooking the city and the lake. As I ascended through the lush
forest, the sounds of chirping birds and the gentle rustling of leaves
accompanied me. Finally, reaching the pagoda, I was rewarded with panoramic
vistas of Pokhara's picturesque landscape. The serene ambiance and the profound
sense of tranquility at the pagoda made it a truly magical place to connect
with nature and find inner peace.
Additionally,
exploring the nearby village of Sarangkot was an unforgettable experience.
Known for its panoramic views of the sunrise and sunset, this vantage point
offered a glimpse of nature's awe-inspiring spectacle. As the sun painted the
sky with hues of orange and pink, the entire Himalayan range was bathed in a
warm golden light. The sight of the towering mountains emerging from the clouds
was a humbling reminder of the grandeur of nature and left me speechless.
Pokhara's
natural beauty, serene lakes, and proximity to the majestic Himalayas make it a
haven for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. My visit to this remarkable
place left an indelible mark on my heart, and I am grateful for the opportunity
to have immersed myself in the breathtaking landscapes and spiritual
tranquility of Pokhara, Nepal.
5.
Write a letter to the editor of a national newspaper about the garbage
management in Kathmandu Valley. [8]
Putalisadak,
Kathmandu
May
15, 2023
To
The editor
The Himalayan
Times
Kathmandu, Nepal
Subject: Urgent
Need for Improved Garbage Management in Kathmandu Valley
Dear Editor,
I am writing to
draw attention to the critical issue of garbage management in the Kathmandu
Valley. The current state of waste disposal in our beloved city is a matter of
grave concern and demands immediate action from both the authorities and the
public.
Kathmandu
Valley, home to millions of residents and a popular tourist destination, is
struggling to cope with the ever-increasing volume of garbage. Overflowing
landfills, littered streets, and inadequate waste collection systems have
resulted in unsightly surroundings and a deteriorating environment. The health
and well-being of the citizens are at risk as unmanaged waste becomes a
breeding ground for diseases and pollutes our air, water, and soil.
It is disheartening
to witness the lack of effective initiatives and coordination in managing this
crisis. The need of the hour is a comprehensive waste management plan that
includes efficient waste collection, recycling facilities, and awareness
campaigns to promote responsible waste disposal practices among residents.
I urge the
concerned authorities to prioritize and allocate sufficient resources to
address this pressing issue. We need strict enforcement of waste management
regulations, regular monitoring of waste disposal practices, and collaborative
efforts between the government, private sector, and citizens to achieve a
cleaner and healthier Kathmandu Valley. It is high time we take collective
responsibility and actively participate in efforts to create a sustainable and
clean environment for ourselves and future generations. Let us not allow our
city to drown in its own waste, but instead, let us work together to restore
the beauty and purity of Kathmandu Valley.
Sincerely,
Hemant Raj
Pandey
6.
Write an essay on the impact of globalization on the process and process of
education in Nepal. [10]
The
Impact of Globalization on Education in Nepal
Globalization,
with its far-reaching effects, has significantly transformed various aspects of
society, including the field of education in Nepal. Over the past few decades,
Nepal has witnessed a notable shift in its education system, influenced by
global trends and advancements. This essay aims to explore the impact of
globalization on the process and content of education in Nepal.
One of the most
noticeable impacts of globalization on education in Nepal is the introduction
of new teaching methodologies and learning approaches. With the availability of
technology and increased connectivity, educational institutions have embraced
digital tools and online platforms to enhance teaching and learning
experiences. This has led to a shift from traditional chalk-and-board
classrooms to interactive multimedia-based learning environments. Students now
have access to a vast array of educational resources, allowing them to explore
diverse perspectives and acquire a broader knowledge base.
Furthermore,
globalization has facilitated greater cultural exchange and exposure in the
education sector. Nepalese students now have opportunities to study abroad and
experience different educational systems and cultural contexts. This exposure
helps foster a global mindset and cross-cultural understanding, preparing
students for the challenges and opportunities of the globalized world. Additionally,
the influx of international educational institutions, collaborations, and
exchange programs has contributed to the diversification of educational options
in Nepal.
However,
globalization also presents challenges in the Nepalese education system. The
emphasis on standardized testing and the adoption of Western educational models
have created a disparity in access and quality of education. Rural areas and
marginalized communities often lack the resources and infrastructure necessary
to keep pace with global educational trends. There is a pressing need for
equitable distribution of resources and the integration of local cultural
values and knowledge into the curriculum to ensure inclusive education.
Conclusion,
globalization has had a profound impact on the process and content of education
in Nepal. While it has brought numerous benefits, such as technological
advancements and cultural exchange, it has also posed challenges in terms of
access and equity. It is essential for policymakers, educators, and communities
to strike a balance by embracing global influences while maintaining a strong
connection to local contexts and values. This will enable Nepal to harness the
potential of globalization in education and empower its students to thrive in
an interconnected world.
7.
Do as indicated in the brackets and rewrite the sntences. [10×1=10]
a.
Have you been to Dharan? (Adjust “ever” in this sentence)
- Ø Have
you ever been to Dharan ?
b.
Many of the houses in this neighborhood (don’t/doesn’t) have garages. (Choose one form the bracket to complete the
sentence)
- Ø Many
of the houses in this neighborhood don’t have garages.
c. We
insist …………. punctuality in this office. (Put the correct preposition in the
blank)
- Ø We
insist on punctuality in this office.
d.
Amrita ….. (not seem) very happy at the moment.(Put the verb in correct form)
- Ø Amrita
does not seem very happy at the moment.
e.
You live in a crowded city. (Make a wish)
- Ø I
wish the city would be peaceful.
Øf. Mathew ……. be at home. I can see his bike in front of his home. (Fill in the blank with may, must or can’t)
- Ø Mathew
must be at home. I can see his bike in front of his home.
g.
Write four words using prefix- dis.
- Ø dis
- disloyal, disobey, dishonest, disorder
h. It’s
a great film. You ………. go and see it. (Put in ‘had better’ or should)
- Ø It’s
a great film. You should go and see it.
i.
She said, “Would you like me to help you?” (Use the reporting verb offer to
change the sentence into indirect speech)
- Ø She
offered to help me.
j. She
likes people taking her photograph. (Change into passive voice)
- Ø She
likes having her photograph taken.
i. Choose the
correct word that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.
Rupa
studied Science reluctantly due to her father’s pressure.
a. eagerly
b. unwillingly
c. willingly
d.
enthusiastically
b.
Change the following Nouns into Adjectives.
(Spice, bag,
blood, fun)
- Ø Spicy,
baggy, bloody, funny
c.
She is …… something, but I can’t hear her. Which of the following words is
correct to fill in the gap.
i. grating
ii. cursing
iii. mumbling
iv. shouting
d. I
put off my meeting for a week. (What does it mean by ‘put off’ in this sentence?)
i. established
ii. held
iii. postponed
iv. changed
e.
Make a sensible sentence using the word “deprivation”.
- Ø Many
of the people suffered terrible deprivation.
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