SEE Model Questions [Compulsory English] - 2080 | SET 1 - Solution

 SEE MODEL QUESTION

COMPULSORY ENGLISH [SET 1]

SEE 2080 (2024) 
COMPULSORY ENGLISH 
Reading and Writing (Written Test) 

Candidates are required to answer the questions in their own words as far as practicable. Figures in the margin indicate the full marks. 

Time: 3hrs.                                                                                                                 Full Marks: 75 

Attempt all the questions. 

1. Read the following text and answer the questions that follow. (5x1=5) 

Sarah and Jamie stood on their tiptoe and gave the card from their school to the tall man behind the counter of a farm. The man frowned and made a face. "So you're looking for some work, And who are you?" "I'm Sarah. I'm twelve. This is my brother Jamie; he's eleven." "Shouldn't you be at school?" "We are on holiday. And would like to earn some money and support our parents." The man lifted his hat and scratched his head. "Working in the farm is a quite tough job for kids like you. I need somebody big and strong to work here," he said. "There must be some work for us in this big farm. Could you please find one?" Sarah pleaded. "And right. Let's see. Do you know what a Cabbage White is?" the man asked. "Yes, it's a beautiful white butterfly that lays its eggs on cabbages. And those eggs change into caterpillars.", answered Sarah. "And do you know what the caterpillars do?" "They eat the cabbage leaves!" shouted Jamie.

Answer of Q. 1

(a) Where were Sarah and Jamie?

Ans: Sarah and Jamie were at a farm.

 (b) Why did they go there?

Ans: They went there to find work during their holiday and help their parents.

 (c) Why did the man scratch his head?

Ans: The man scratched his head because he wasn't sure if there was work suitable for them.

 (d) What do you mean by Cabbage White?

Ans: "Cabbage White" is a type of butterfly that lays eggs on cabbages.

 (e) What do you think their work would be there?

Ans: They might be asked to kill caterpillars.

2. Read the following text and do the tasks. (10 ) 

Cyber Security : Basic Internet Safety Tips 

When you want to make your home secure, you lock the door. When you want to prevent your bike from being stolen, you use a bike lock. When you want to protect your valuable possessions, you keep them in a safe. But what do you do to protect your identity online? Modern life is fundamentally intertwined with the internet. Nearly every daily task now has the opportunity for online integration, and almost everyone owns multiple devices, including laptops, phones, tablets, smart watches, smart TVs and many more. The more accounts and devices you have online, the greater the potential is for criminals to access your personal information and take advantage of you. Online safety is important no matter your age or life stage, but there are particular concerns for certain vulnerable groups like children, teenagers and senior citizens. When it comes to internet safety, it's best to start with the basics. Here are some tips to guide you as you evaluate your online habits and make small changes to ensure your privacy and security on the internet. While creating a new password, pay attention to strong password requirements. Use different user IDs or password combinations for different accounts, Make the password more complicated by combining letters, numbers, and special characters and create hard-to-guess passwords, and keep them private. Change your passwords quite often. Don't share your passwords with other people. Make sure passwords and password hints are stored securely. Record passwords in an encrypted file on your computer, or select another secure password storage method. Avoid writing them down. Prevent "auto-login", uncheck "Keep me signed in" and "Remember my password" options.

Answer of Q. 2

A. True or False:

(i) We use door lock to save our bike from being stolen. (True)

(ii) Internet has become an essential part in our daily life. (True)

(iii) There is a high chance of cybercrimes if we have many

       accounts and devices. (True)

(iv) It is needless to ensure our privacy on the Internet. (False)

(v) We should write passwords to remember in the future. (False)

 

B. Questions and Answers:

(i) How do you save your valuable things?

Ans: We keep our valuable things in a safe.

(ii) Who are prone to be victimized on cyber world?

Ans: Kids, teens, and older adults are prone to be victimized on cyber world.

(iii) What do you need to do for your cyber safety?

Ans: To stay safe online, we need to use strong passwords, change them often, don't share them, and keep them secure.

 (iv) Who is this text for?

Ans: This text is for anyone worried about staying safe online.

(v) Who do you think is responsible for cyber crime? How?

Ans:  Cyber criminals cause cybercrimes by exploiting weaknesses in systems or tricking people into giving them information.

3. Read the following text and do the task: 10 

Lumbini is located in Rupandehi district of Southern Nepal close to the Indian border and inscribed on the UNESCO world Heritage list. It is renowned for being the official birth place of Siddhartha Gautam who became the Buddha. The main site is known as Lumbini Development Zone which is sealed in by a perimeter fence. There are lots of beautiful places to visit some of them are listed as; 

•  Lumbini Temple/ Temple of Mayadevi : Walk inside the temple built over the spot Buddha was born. 
•  Mayadevi Pond : Where Buddha's mother is said to have bathed before giving birth to him. 
• Lumbini Museum : Historic manuscripts and item from the area. 
• Bodhi Tree : impressive tree covered in prayer flags beside the sacred pond. 
• Ashoka Pillar : stone pillar dedicated to emperor Ashokan. 
• Buddhist Temples : 2nd century BC temples to modern day temples. 
• Crane Sanctuary : This natural reserve has been put aside as a safe area for local birds, including the Saris Cranes. 
• We can get access to Lumbini by flight or by bus. One can fly to Bhairahawa from Kathmandu; then take a bus, taxi or rickshaw to Lumbini which is about 30 minutes away. By bus, it is cheaper and more frequent route to Lumbini. You can approach Lumbini in a reasonable amount of time by bus. From Kathmandu it's 6-9 hours; from Pokhara it's 6-9 hours and from Chitwan it's 5-6 hours.

Answer of Q.3

A. Fill in the blanks:

(a) Lumbini lies in Rupandehi district of Southern Nepal.

(b) Lumbini is well-known for being the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam.

(c) Siddhartha Gautam's mother took bath in Mayadevi pond before giving

      birth  to him.

(d) Ashoka Pillar is dedicated to emperor Ashokan.

(e) It takes about 30 minutes to get to Lumbini from Bhairahawa by bus.

 

B. Questions and Answers:

(a) Write down any two attractions of Lumbini.

Ans: Two attractions of Lumbini are the Lumbini Temple/Temple of Mayadevi and the Bodhi Tree.

 (b) How is Lumbini Development Zone sealed in?

Ans: Lumbini Development Zone is sealed in by a perimeter fence.

 (c) How much time does a bus take to get to the birth place of Gautam Buddha from Kathmandu?

Ans: A bus takes 6-9 hours to get to the birthplace of Gautam Buddha from Kathmandu.

 (d) What does the word 'manuscripts' refer to in the text?

Ans:  The word 'manuscripts' refers to historic writings or documents.

 (e) Do you think Lumbini is one of the world's major tourists inviting places? Why?

Ans:  Yes, Lumbini is a major tourist destination because it's the birthplace of Buddha and has many historic sites, attracting visitors from around the world.

 4. Read the following text and do the tasks that follow. 15 

Marie was born in 1867 in Warsaw, Poland, where her father was a professor of physics. At an early age, she displayed a brilliant mind and a blithe personality. Her great exuberance for learning prompted her to continue with her studies after high school. She became disgruntled, however, when she learned that the university in Warsaw was closed to women. Determined to receive a higher education, she defiantly left Poland and in 1891 entered the Sorbonne, a French University, where she earned her Master's degree and doctorate in Physics. Marie was fortunate to have studied at the Sorbonne with some of the greatest scientists of her day, one of whom was Pierre Curie. 

Marie and Pierre were married in 1895 and spent many productive years working together in the Physics laboratory. A short time after they discovered radium, Pierre was killed by a horse-drawn wagon in 1906. Marie was stunned by this horrible misfortune and endured heart breaking anguish. The fact that she had two young daughters to raise by herself greatly increased her distress. Marie was asked to succeed her husband as a Physics professor at the Sorbonne. She was the first woman to be given a professorship at the world-famous university. In 1911 she received the Nobel Prize in chemistry for isolating radium. Although she eventually suffered a fatal illness from her long exposure to radium, she never became disillusioned about her work.

Answer of Q. 4

A. Matching:

(a) anguish - (iv) mental and physical pain

(b) displayed - (iii) showed

(c) fortunate - (i) lucky

(d) eventually - (ii) finally

(e) brilliant - (vi) exceptionally talented

 

B. True or False:

(a) Marie was the daughter of a professor. (True)

(b) She got her doctorate in physics from Poland. (False)

(c) Pierre Curie was a great scientist of his day. (True)

(d) Marie brought up her two young daughters after her husband's death. (True)

(e) Marie got the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1911. (False)

 

C. Questions and Answers:

(a) When was Marie born?

Ans: Marie was born in 1867.

 (b) Why did Marie leave Poland?

Ans: Marie left Poland because she couldn't go to university there as a woman.

 (c) How was Marie's husband killed?

Ans: Marie's husband, Pierre Curie, was killed by a wagon.

 (d) What are two different reasons greatly distressed her according to the text?

Ans: Marie was greatly distressed by her husband's death and having to raise her daughters alone.

 (e) How does this lesson motivate you?

Ans: This lesson motivates me by showing how Marie Curie overcame obstacles, inspiring me to keep going even when things are tough.

 Guided Writing Section:

5. Write a paragraph stating the advantages of walking as a physical exercise in about 100 words. You can use the given clues. 5

Clues : walking - physical activity - minimizes heart diseases - connects one with people and places - mental health - sound mind in sound body - controls obesity

 

Walking: Simple but Great Exercise

Walking is great for us! It keeps our hearts strong and healthy, so we don't have to worry about heart problems. Plus, when we go for walks, we get to meet new people and see cool places around us. It also makes us feel happy and relaxed in our minds, which is super important for feeling good. Oh, and walking helps us stay at a good weight, so we don't get too big. Overall, walking every day is a fantastic way for us to stay fit and feel great about ourselves!

 

6. Write a news story with the help of the given clues in about 100 words.

Clues:

Mr. ABC Rai ............. a six (6) years child of XYZ school ............ way to his school through the jungle ........ lost in the jungle ........... after 3 days rescued by a group of woodcutter ............ parents heartily thanked the woodcutters.

 

Lost Boy Rescued by Woodcutters

 

March 2, 2024

Kathmandu: In a heartwarming incident, a six-year-old child from XYZ school, Mr. ABC Rai, was found safe after being lost in a jungle on his way to school. After three days of anxious searching, a group of woodcutters discovered the lost child and promptly alerted the authorities. The child was rescued and joyfully reunited with his relieved parents. The parents expressed heartfelt thanks to the woodcutters for their crucial role in bringing their son back home safely. This happy ending brings hope and gratitude to the local community.

 

 

Free Writing Section:

7. Write a set of six rules and regulations to be followed by the patients in a hospital in about 150 words.

a. Smoking is strictly prohibited within the hospital premises.

b. Fighting with other is strictly prohibited.

c. Damaging the hospital properties is strictly prohibited.

d. Patients are not allowed to make louder noise.

e. Patients must follow the doctor's orders.

f. Patients must treat others with respect.

g. Bringing pets into the hospital is prohibited.

h. Taking medications without consulting a nurse or doctor is not allowed.

i. Weapons and drugs are not allowed within the hospital premises.

j. Spitting here and there is strictly prohibited.

 

 

8. A large number of youths and professional leave Nepal and migrate abroad each year. Write a letter to your friend who lives in a foreign country expressing your opinion about the effects of such migration. Also include suggestions and solutions to the problems caused by such migration in about 200 words.

 

Madi, S.S

2^nd March, 2024

Dear Madan,

 

I got your letter yesterday. I am well here and hope you are also well in your new home abroad. I wanted to share my thoughts with you about something that's been on my mind lately.

 

You know, a lot of young people and professionals from Nepal leave our country every year to go live in other countries. While it's great that they're getting opportunities to explore new places and pursue their dreams, I can't help but think about the effects it has on Nepal.

 

One big problem is that we lose a lot of talented and skilled people, which makes it harder for Nepal to grow and develop. It also means that families are often separated, and our communities lose important members.

 

But I believe there are things we can do to help. One idea is to create more opportunities and incentives for young people and professionals to stay in Nepal. This could include better job prospects, access to quality education and healthcare, and support for entrepreneurship.

 

We could also work on building stronger ties between Nepali communities abroad and those at home. This could involve programs to encourage skilled Nepalis to return and contribute to their homeland.

 

Overall, I think it's important for us to find ways to balance the benefits of migration with the needs of our country. What do you think? I'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic.

 

Take care, and I look forward to hearing from you soon!

 

Warm regards,

Sujan

 

Grammar Section:

9. Reproduce the following sentences as indicated in the brackets.

(a) Let me play .............. ? (supply the correct question tag)

Ans: Let me play, shall I?

 

(b) Has the man had a bath? (change into statement)

Ans: The man has had a bath.

 

(c) She has been working here for five years. (Change into 'How long'

question)

Ans: How long has she been working here?

 

(d) Don't make a noise ! I .......... (read) (Use the correct tense of the

verb read)

Ans: Don't make a noise! I am reading.

 

(e) "Do not touch that paper, "said the inspector. (Change into indirect

speech)

Ans: The inspector said not to touch that paper.

 

(f) Did they finalize the date? (Change into passive voice)

Ans: Was the date finalized by them?

 

10. Choose and copy the correct answer. Rewriting is not required.

Once there was a well in a forest. One day, a fox was walking by the well. Suddenly, he slipped into the well. The well was very deep, so he could not come out of the well. He made lots of efforts, didn't he? At the same time, a thirsty goat was passing by the well and saw the fox in the well. The goat asked the fox what he was doing there. The clever fox replied that he had been there to drink water. He further said, the water there was very good. Hearing that, the goat jumped into the well at once. The fox stepped onto the back of the goat and jumped out of the well easily. The poor goat was left to die there in the well. The persuasive words of the clever fox made the goat jump into the well. If the goat had thought properly, it would not have died there.

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