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January 2022 Edition for ample practice and guidance.

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Std. XI (Poetry) - 2.4 Upon Westminster Bridge

2.4 Upon Westminster Bridge

The poet: William Wordsworth

He was born on April 7, 1770. He was a major English Romantic poet. He was honoured as ‘Poet Laureate’ of the United Kingdom in the court of Queen Victoria.

He is a leading English Nature poet. His collection of poetry ‘Lyrical Ballads’ is considered as the central work of Romantic Literary theory.

The title: 

Upon the Westminster Bridge

The title ‘Upon the Westminster Bridge’ tells us that the poet is standing on the bridge. The poet William Wordsworth sees various scenes surrounding the bridge. He describes  London as a beautiful city clothed in the morning sunlight with its ships, towers, domes, theatres, temples, and river. The calmness and quietness of the morning scene impressed him deeply and it is the source of the poem.

 

Ice Breaker Activities:

1) A bridge connects people at either sides of a river or valleys in cities or villages. Discuss with your partner the importance of a bridge to both- the cities and the villages and complete the table.

Answer:

Cities	Villages
i) Connects two banks. Easy access to different areas of the city.	i) Enables residents to have all season access to both sides.
ii) To by-pass traffic to avoid traffic jam.	ii) Easy movement of farm material and products.
iii) Easy movement of goods.	iii) Saves time of travel.
iv) Connects people in different communities.	iv) Village children can attend school, if present at the other side of the bridge.
v) Enable consumers to travel to shops and malls.	v) Enable to carry heavy loads easily and quickly to other side.
vi) Helps to view new areas as tourists. Gives chance to enjoy site seeing standing on the bridge.	vi) Helps to interact other communities for work or help.

 

2) Building a bridge needs careful planning. Think about what goes on before the actual construction begins.

Answer:

1) Proper planning

2) Search for location to build the bridge.

3) Taking permissions and completion of paperwork.

4) Cost Estimation.

5) Storing construction materials.

6) Selection of the type of foundation.

7) Redirecting the traffic to other roads.

8) Implementation on the plan given by the architect.

9) Suitable construction work.

10) Proper supervision.

 

3) You might have visited a bridge. Complete the web describing the sights you could see from the bridge.

Answer:

River, Trees, Boats	Clean sky, stars	City lights, roads
Sunset, Sunrise, Moonlight	Sights that can be seen from a bridge	Mountain, hill, gardens, bank of the river
City buildings, vehicles, crowd	Birds, fish, swimmers, cleaning persons.	Reflection of bridge, trees, buildings in river water.

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2.4 Upon Westminster Bridge

Slides created by:

Prof. Sujata Ali

Dharampeth M.P.Deo Memorial Science College,

Nagpur

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Std. XII- Unit Test No. 2

English: Unit Test No. 2

Std. XII                                            

Marks - 25                              

Time: 1.30 Hours

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Q.1 Read the extract and complete the activities given below. (12)

I had a very simple upbringing. We were a lower middle-class family. Our 300 square feet house did not even have basic amenities such as a fan, a refrigerator, a geyser, a dining table or a gas stove; leave alone an air conditioner or a car. It was only when I entered the college that I got a watch and we got a dining table and a gas stove at home. Nevertheless, culturally, I had a rich childhood. Poets like Vinda Karandikar, Mangesh Padgaonkar and Vasant Bapat used to visit our home and for hours I could listen to the discussions about poetry and literature-Marathi and English. They used to talk about Keshavsut, Mardhekar, Shakespeare, Charles Dickens and Thomas Hardy. I did not fully understand their discussions in depth, but I was immensely impressed. We also were lucky to have Pt. Kumar Gandharv, Pt. Bhimsen Joshi and Pt. Jasraj visit our place and talk about Indian music till late night or sometimes dawn. This is how and why I developed my interest in literature and music during my school days. I did not and even today don’t understand the ‘grammar’ of music, but I began to love it tremendously since then.              Most of the times, the topics of discussion at our home were about music, literature, paintings, sculptures etc. I could listen to the discussions about Van Gogh, Mozart and Michaelangelo etc. It was because of such a milieu around me that I had a firm belief which I still hold that all arts are equally, if not more, important in our lives than Science or Technology. I had learnt from my childhood that money does not mean everything in life. It is necessary, but if at all there is something which enriches our lives and puts meaning to our existence, it is the arts, music and literature.

A1. Choose (2)

Choose the statements showing appropriately the rich cultural childhood of the writer.

1) The writer’s house did not have basic amenities.

2) Great poets and musicians used to visit write’s house.

3) The writer used to hear the discussion about music, literature, paintings, sculptures etc.

4) Money enriches human lives and puts meaning to human existence.

A2. Complete (2)

Complete the table taking the help of the extract.

Persons used to visit writer’s house	Topics of discussion / talk
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2) Musicians: ----------------------------------------------------------	----------------------------------------------------------------------------

A3. Mention (2)

Mention the impact of the topics of discussion at home on the writer.

A4. Personal Response (2)

‘Money does not mean everything in life’.

Give your views about this statement.

A5. Language Study (Do as directed)   (2)

1) I had a very simple upbringing.

(Choose the alternative showing the correct transformation of this into exclamatory sentence)

i) How a simple upbringing I had!

ii) What a simple upbringing I had!

iii) How simple upbringing had I! 

iv) Why a simple upbringing I had!

2) I did not fully understand their discussions in depth, but I was immensely impressed.  

(Choose the alternative showing the correct removal of ‘but’ from this sentence)

i) I did not fully understand their discussions in depth because I was immensely impressed.

ii) I did not fully understand their discussions in depth and I was immensely impressed.

iii) Though I did not fully understand their discussions in depth, I was immensely impressed.

iv) When I did not fully understand their discussions in depth, I was immensely impressed.

A6. Vocabulary (2)

Find the meaning of words from the list of words given below.

to a very great extent,  social environment, facilities making a place easy to live in,  a feeling that something is true

1) amenities                

2) tremendously        

3) milieu       

4) belief

Q.2. Read the extract and complete the activities given below.   (10)

My father travels on the late evening train Standing among silent commuters in the yellow light Suburbs slide past his unseeing eyes His shirt and pants are soggy and his black raincoat Stained with mud and his bag stuffed with books Is falling apart. His eyes dimmed by age fade homeward through the humid monsoon night. Now I can see him getting off the train Like a word dropped from a long sentence. He hurries across the length of the grey platform, Crosses the railway line, enters the lane, His chappals are sticky with mud, but he hurries onward.

A1. Choose (2)

Choose the correct statements from the following and write them.

1) The father travels by late evening bus.

2) The father is not an old person.

3) The clothes of the father are very wet and unpleasant during the journey.

4) The father crosses the railway line to come home.

A2. Give proof   (2)

The season described in the extract is rainy season. Give the proof from the extract.

A3. Personal response (2)

Describe any four problems of train journey that a common man faces in a general bogie.

A4. Poetic device (2)

Write one example with explanation of each of the following figures of speech from the extract.

1) Alliteration                       

2) Simile

A5. Poetic creativity   (2)

Compose a short poem in about four lines on your father.

Q.3. Write answers as per the instruction (4)

A1. Character     (2)

Write a paragraph highlighting the various traits of the major characters in the extract.

i) Phileas Fogg

ii) Aouda

iii) Passepartout

iv) Detective Fix

A2. Setting (2)

Describe the importance of the following place in the development of the plot and behaviour of the characters.

Place: Liverpool

Q.4. Write answer (4)

Prepare a speech on the occasion of ‘International Yoga Day’.

Use the following points.

a) Importance of the day    b) Benefits of ‘Yoga’     c) Make appeal to pay attention on Yoga d) Use persuasive language.

 

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 To Sir, with Love

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Appeal Writing

 Write an Appeal:-

September 2021 Board Exam:

Q. Your college has organised a motorcycle rally to make people aware to save paper and save trees.

Prepare an 'Appeal' on the topic 'Save Paper, Save Trees' with the help of the following points in about 100/150 words:

- Convincing appeal

- Need

- Information/Facts

- Famous personality/Guest

- Venue, date and time

Answer:

Save Paper! Save Trees! Trees are our best friends! We have to cut trees to make paper. So to save trees, we have to save paper. Do you agree with this? If yes, do join to our campaign. We have arranged a motorcycle rally. We want to make people aware to save paper and save trees. A large number of trees are cut every day to make paper. We can reduce this cutting of trees. We have to use paper carefully. We can save paper using the following tips: 1) Use paper only when there is necessity of written proof. 2) Reuse the paper, if possible. 3) Avoid taking unnecessary photo copies of documents. 4) Use digital documents as a proof. 5) Use pdf or photos of documents. 6) Use ‘e-mail’ instead of letters. 7) Use digital locker to preserve the documents. 8) Use both sides of pages, if essential. 9) Make children aware for saving paper. 10) Recycle the used paper to make a new one. If there is less demand of paper, tress will be saved. Join our rally and make people aware about saving paper and trees. Come one. Come all. Do join us on 21st February at 9 a.m. Bring your motorcycle and join the rally. For more information: Contact: XYZ,  Youth Club, Chalisgaon

Appeal Writing- Know more about it

Appeal is used to create social awareness among people. It is used to involve people in general social activities. It makes people aware of social problems. It helps to encourage people in trying to solve the problems and to motivate them in taking an active part in the movements, missions, programs, events, or rally etc.

Scheme of Marking:

Convincing language	1 mark
Inspiring and motivational message	1 mark
Presentation of content	2 marks
Total	4 marks

How to write an appeal-

1) Use catchy and effective title.

2) Use slogans wherever possible.

3) Be brief. Use short sentences.

4) Use simple language.

5) Address directly to the reader.

6) Seek reader’s participation.

7) Use pictures, symbols etc., if possible.

8) Decorate the appeal using attractive border or shape.

9) Give contact information.

10) Use persuasive language.

Format of an Appeal

1) Title-

Give proper title to your appeal as per the subject of your appeal or purpose of your appeal.

2) Use attractive slogans–

Write attractive slogans to catch the attention of the readers wherever possible.

3) Make a persuasive appeal-

Use your all-persuasive power in this part of the appeal.

4) Tell about the need of cause-

Tell people in convincing words why there is the need of something about which you are appealing. Give detailed programme.

5) Add some of your own ideas-

You can also add some specific regional, cultural or social details as per the need. You can draw a relevant picture, if possible.

6) Give contact details–

Give proper contact details for the willing participants and contributors. Give date, time or venue (Imaginary)

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Activity No. 1 (HSC Board - July 2021)

Q. Your college has organised a motorcycle rally to make people aware to save paper and save trees. Prepare an 'Appeal' on the topic, 'Save Paper, Save Trees' with the help of the following points in about 100/150 words:

• Convincing Appeal
• Need
• Information/facts
• Famous personality / Guest
• Venue, date and time

Answer-

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Speech Writing

Expansion of Idea

Group Discussion

E- Mail Writing

Drafting a Virtual Message

Mind Mapping

Framing interview questions

Report Writing

Film Review

Compering

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Activity No. 2 (HSC Board - July 2022 HSC Board Exam)

Prepare an appeal on the topic, "Avoid Noise Pollution", with the help of the following points (100 150 words) Causes Effects Action plan Planning and Implementation

Answer:-

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Activity Workbook for Std. XII English

Writer - Prof. Tushar Chavan

Price Rs. 400 + Courier Rs. 50

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Activity No. 3

Q. Write an appeal for Flood Relief Fund considering the following points.

1) Persuasive appeal

2) Give programme

3) Use slogans

4) Contact Information

Answer-

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Activity No. 4

Prepare an appeal on the topic ‘Organ Donation’ with the help of the following points: • An effective slogan • Use a logo or a picture • Organ donation- noble cause • Appeal to society

Answer-

Join the movement- Organ Donation We are making a history. Do you want to be a part of it? If yes, do join us. We arrange a camp to fill the form and make a will. You have to donate your organs after your death. Organ donation is a noble work. It’s life donation. Cone one. Come all. You can make a will to donate your eyes, heart, lungs and other needy organs after your death. Give information of your will to your close relatives. They can fulfil your desire after your death. You will remain alive in the form of your organs. Bless life to others. Become immortal. Come at Town Hall on Sunday at 9 a.m. Book your meeting using the contact information.

Contact: XYZ President Rotary Club Chalisgaon Dist. Jalgaon

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Activity No. 5

Prepare an appeal inviting the students to respond to the "Voters' Registration Camp" specially organised by the State Election Commission on the eve of 75 Anniversary of our National Independence.

• Give appropriate slogan
• Poor turn-out/low awareness
• Statement of appeal
• Arrangement of a special camp
• Guest/Time/Date/Venue

Answer-

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Activity No. 6

Prepare an 'Appeal' on the topic 'Prevent the spread of corona virus' with the help of the following points- Wear mask Hands sanitization Social distancing Healthy food

Answer-

Prevent the spread of corona virus! Are you aware of the threat of Corona virus? Do you want to fight with Covid -19? If yes, do join us. Help us to make people aware about the precautions to avoid corona threat.   Ask people to- Wear mask. Use hand sanitizer. Keep social distancing. Eat healthy food.

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If you get information about corona patients, ask them to stay alone and take good treatment.
Make effective use of social media to aware people about the threat of corona virus.
Come to collect masks and sanitizer bottles at City Hall.
Time- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Rotary club is offering these things free.
Come one. Come all.
Contact for more information:
President,
Rotary club
Chalisgaon  

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Activity No. 7

Write an appeal to make people aware of the sound pollution. Hints: a) Make a persuasive appeal b) Give effects of sound pollution c) Suggest solutions to decrease sound pollution d) Add your own points

Answer-

Sound Pollution Awareness Campaign Join Us in Creating a Quieter, Healthier Community! Dear Neighbors, Did you know that the noise around us is not just an annoyance but a significant health and environmental concern? Sound pollution, or noise pollution, is affecting our lives in more ways than we realize. Join our Sound Pollution Awareness Campaign to make a positive change in our community! What is Sound Pollution? Sound pollution is the presence of unwanted, disturbing or harmful sound in the environment. It can come from traffic, construction, industrial activities, and even social events. The DJ sound is harmful to ears as well as heart. Prolonged exposure to high levels of noise can lead to stress, sleep disturbances, hearing loss, and various health issues. Take Action! Simple Steps Towards a Quieter Community- Use Headphones: Keep music and conversations to yourself in public spaces. Observe Noise Regulations: Respect established quiet hours and noise limits. Promote Green Spaces: Support initiatives that enhance our natural environment. Educate Others: Spread awareness about the impacts of sound pollution and encourage responsible practices. Together, Let’s Make a Difference! Join our community in the fight against sound pollution. Take a stand for a quieter, healthier future!

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For more information, contact: XYZ, Earth Club, M.I.D.C. Pune

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Activity No. 8 (HSC Board July 2024 Exam)

Prepare an 'Appeal' on the topic "Avoid Unauthorised Hoardings and Banners" with the help of the following points (100 to 150 words):   Reduces the beauty of the area   Distractions on the road   Causes accidents

Answer-

Avoid Unauthorised Hoardings and Banners

We want you make you aware about an issue that impacts our environment, aesthetics, and overall quality of life:- It is the unauthorized installation of hoardings and banners.

What’s the effect of Unauthorized hoardings and banners: 1) They spoil the natural and architectural beauty of our community. 2) Excessive hoardings can be overwhelming and distracting. 3) Poorly installed hoardings can fall, causing injury or damage. 4) They often use public property and infrastructure illegally.

We Appeal to You ALL- Refrain from putting up unauthorized hoardings and banners.

Here’s how you can help: Seek Permission: Always obtain the necessary permissions from local authorities before putting up any signage. Respect Regulations: Adhere to the rules and guidelines regarding the size, location, and duration of display. Report Violations: If you see unauthorized hoardings, report them to the local municipal office. Promote Awareness: Educate others about the importance of maintaining our community's visual and environmental integrity.

Future task- Let’s work together to keep our community clean, safe, and beautiful. By avoiding unauthorized hoardings and banners, we contribute to a more organized and aesthetically pleasing environment for everyone. Come one. Come all. Do join our campaign.

Contact- XYZ Achievers’ club, Pune