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NEB
BOARD EXAM
COMPULSORY
ENGLISH
OLD
IS GOLD SET 2 SOLUTION
BY
BEING SOCIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL
1. Read the text and
complete the tasks that follow. [15]
My uncle Wilbur used to spend hours every day checking on
the lightning rods that stood guard on the roof of his house. We get a lot of
storms here in our state. Sometimes we see wind up to sixty miles per hour and
baseball-size hail. Lightning, Uncle Wilbur would say, is a living
thing, and like a cat, it will strike anything that moves. You'd better not
tempt it, he always told us. He advised my cousins and me to always be mindful
of the nearest sheltering tree. He said we should be prepared to drop to the
ground like a hot potato at the first sound of thunder. Knowing that lightning
is attracted to the tallest thing around, Uncle Wilbur worried constantly about
my cousin Jared, who, at sixteen, was 6'2" and still growing. Uncle Wilbur
has always been a smart man. We all listened as he dismissed the automobile as
a passing fancy. Every year it seemed more and more Model Ts came rolling into
town, but Uncle Wilbur insisted that nothing could replace the reliability of a
good old- fashioned mule when it came to transportation, work, or even
entertainment. Yes, Uncle Wilbur's Mule Olympics, complete with obstacle
courses and a long jump, was known far and wide. Sadly, the Mule Olympics did
not survive into the next decade because the mules got too old and lost interest.
Nonetheless, my uncle Wilbur continued to predict future
trends and warn us of impending tragedy. To this day. he reminds us that
he foresaw the stock market crash of 1929, and that's why he kept his money
wrapped in a handkerchief under his mattress. When the government started
collecting income taxes a few years back, Uncle Wilbur reluctantly shared his
wealth with Uncle Sam, insisting that the money was just a temporary loan.
Uncle Wilbur did not take kindly to the power company man
who came knocking one day in 1936. This was the year the government launched a
campaign to bring electricity to rural areas like ours. Most people, like Uncle
Wilbur, were a little wary of having electricity in their homes. Many of us had
running water, and we just weren't sure that the two mixed. Nevertheless, Uncle
Wilbur was downright floored when the man said he wanted to string power lines
up to the house. Nearly losing his temper, Uncle Wilbur exclaimed, "Here I
am doing everything in my power to keep from getting struck by lightning, and
you want to bring it right to my doorstep?" He sent the man on his way
with a "No, thank you," and a "Good day, sir," but in the
months that followed, we all eventually relented and let in the light. I
must admit, playing checkers in the dark is a talent you can easily lose
without daily practice.
Many things have changed since those times. Uncle Wilbur
still lives in mortal fear of a lightning strike, but because he doesn't
get out much anymore, most of his lightning rods have rusted through and fallen
to the ground. Uncle Wilbur lives mostly on Social Security. which he proudly
proclaims as his victory (see, he says, the government did eventually give his
money back). He probably spends more time reminiscing about the past
than he does making future predictions, but Uncle Wilbur will be the first to
tell you that television will never be as popular as radio, and the idea of a
human traveling into outer space is just plain crazy!
A. Choose the correct options for the following questions.
a. How would Uncle Wilbur feel about cellular phones?
[5x1=5]
i. fearful ii.
Distrustful iii. Welcoming iv. indifferent
b. Compared to Uncle
Wilbur, how does the narrator feel toward modern advancements?
i. resisting ii.
accepting iii. uncertain iv.
exhilarated
c. Which reason explains why the author wrote about Uncle
Wilbur?
i.to explain him
ii.to pacify him iii. to remember him iv. to persuade him
d. Which pair of words best describe how the narrator most
likely feels about Uncle Wilbur?
i. annoyed and frustrated ii. respectful and amused
iii. sad and indifferent iv. envious and distrustful
e. What Best describes the passage?
i. a character sketch
ii. a factual research iii. a persuasive essay iv. a news article
B. Look at the highlighted words in the text. Complete these
sentences using them. Two of them are not necessary. [5x1-5]
a. People are born to die. They are mortal creatures.
b. The black checkers
are flat and the white ones curved on top.
c. I have so many memories of that time, but reminiscing
is tiring
d. He overcame the obstacles of poverty and neglect.
e. Weather was bad
that autumn. The hail fell with such violence that it broke windows.
C. Answer the following
questions.
a. "We get a lot of storms here in our state” In
sentence who does the word "our" refer to?
Ans. "Our"
refers to the narrator's state or the state where the narrator and Uncle Wilbur
live.
b. Why does the narrator think Uncle Wilbur a smart uncle?
Ans. The narrator thinks Uncle Wilbur is smart because he
predicted future trends and warned them of impending tragedy, such as the stock
market crash of 1929.
c. What is Uncle Wilbur's Mule Olympics?
Ans. Uncle Wilbur's Mule Olympics was an event that he
organized that included obstacle courses and a long jump for mules.
d. What is an impending tragedy?
Ans. An impending tragedy is an event that is likely to
happen and could have serious consequences.
e. Why did they relent after Uncle Wilber sent the power
company man away?
Ans. They relented because they eventually realized the
benefits of having electricity in their homes, such as being able to play
checkers in the light.
2. Write short answers to
the following questions. [5*2=10]
a. Who are the old
guards? Why did they grow despair? (I was My Own Route)
ans. The old guards are traditionalists who are obsessed
with the patriarchal system They grow desperate when they see the poetess
improving the lives of the poor and striving for their independence.
b. Describe the old man as Pelayo and his wife notice in
their yard? (A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings)
ans. The old man in "A Very Old Man with Enormous
Wings" is described as dirty, bedraggled, and almost like a "drowned
man." He has large wings that are more like those of a bird than an angel,
and he seems to be suffering from some kind of illness
c. Justify the title "The Bull." (The Bull)
"The Bull" powerfully depicts the feudal system of
the time, in which ordinary people were oppressed, dominated, and dehumanized.
The title of this one act play is highly relatable as all the events are
relevant and concerned with the bull and his death. It has been shown that the
bull is deserved greater respect than the common people in the play. So, the
title perfectly suits for the content of the one act play.
d. How is marriage a social institution? Give reasons textual
evidences. (Marriage as a Social Institution)
ans. Marriage is a social institution because it is a
cultural and legal framework for the creation and maintenance of families. The
text "Marriage as a Social Institution" argues that marriage serves
as a way to regulate sexual behavior and establish kinship ties, and that it
has important economic and political implications as well.
e. How does a library create conducive environment intimacy?
(On Libraries)
ans. Libraries create a conducive environment for intimacy
by providing a quiet and private space for individuals to engage in
intellectual and emotional exploration. In "On Libraries," the author
argues that libraries offer a unique kind of intimacy that is both personal and
communal, allowing individuals to connect with themselves and with others
through the shared experience of reading and learning
3. Write long answers to
the following questions. [2*5=10]
a. Narrate the story
The Treasure in the Forest".
Ans:-
The story entitled The Treasure in the Forest has been written by HG Wells.
This story is somehow like a suspense story which is about the two treasure
hunters. Evans and Hooker who have murdered a Chinese man to steal his map that
locates a buried stash of gold ingots. Hooker studied the map which the
narrator revealed that they stole from a Chinaman, Chang-hi, whom they murdered
during the theft.
Chang-hi
had by chance discovered the treasure left behind by a shipwrecked Spanish
galleon, and had decided to rebury it elsewhere, at a location revealed by his
map. They were very tired and hungry as if they had no food to eat. They looked
at the map and got puzzled by the dashes in the map.
Evans
and Hooker identified the spot indicated on the map after beaching their canoe.
They stroke into the interior of the island through the forest. They soon
discovered the identifying pile of stones just as the map said, but alongside
it laid the purple and swollen body (dead body) of a Chinaman who had evidently
himself been looking for the treasure. The men assumed the Chinaman to have
been one of Changhi's associates who had decided to try and claim the treasure
for himself.
Evans
and Hooker started to pick up the gold ingots to take them back to the canoe
They loaded as much of the gold as they could drag back to the canoe. They kept
the gold ingots in Evans's jacket. They set off but after about a hundred yards
Evans's arms started to ache He became pale and fainted. He fell down. Hooker
started to rearrange the ingots on the jacket after Evans's collapse. He also
started to feel like a throng prick. Hooker then realized the true meaning that
Chang-hi had behind his grin. Chang-hi had covered his treasure with throns.
The story ends as Hooker lay dying alongside the body of his companion.
b. The story shows that linguistic and cultural barriers not
create any obstacle in human relationship. Show some examples from the story
where the neighbours have transcended
such barriers. (Neighbours)
ans. Tim Winton's short story "Neighbours" is
about a young couple who have just relocated to a new neighbourhood with
several European immigrants. Both the young couple and their neighbours have
prejudices at first because they only see the strange and sometimes disgusting
customs of their new neighbourhood but after a while, they quickly adapt to
their new surroundings, and the young couple begins to like their neighbours,
and notice that they aren't all bad.
The story shows that linguistic and cultural barriers do not
create any obstacle in human relationship Humanity and love is one of the such
feelings that links the persons. It doesn't look race, caste, language,
nationality, culture or language. The love, respect and kindness of a person
towards other beautify the person or shows a real person. In this story also,
due to different languages there was some misunderstandings on newly couples
towards their neighbours, But when they were in problems the neighbours helped
them a lot. In spite of the different languages and cultures, the neighbours
gave advice to the young couple about spacing, hilling and mulching the
vegetables in the kitchen garden. The polish widower rebuilt the falling
henhouse of the young couple although they didn't understand his words.
The young couple offered heads of cabbage and took gifts of
grapes and firewood from neighbours. The neighbours gifted chocolates, knitted
the baby a suit when the couples were going to be parents.
4. Human life is all
about collecting experience. But we do not remember all the experiences. Write
a couple paragraphs on the most striking experience you have had in
approximately 150 words.
A Visit To Bauddhanath In
Kathmandu
Nepal is a country with a rich cultural and religious
heritage, and visiting one of its many religious sites can be a powerful and
transformative experience. One such experience for me would be visiting the
Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu
The Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the
world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site The stupa is an important pilgrimage
site for Buddhists and is considered a symbol of peace and compassion. As I
walked around the stupa, I was struck by the sense of serenity and tranquility
that permeated the air. The sound of prayer wheels spinning and the chanting of
mantras filled the air, creating a peaceful and meditative atmosphere. The
intricate carvings, vibrant colors, and exquisite architecture of the stupa
were awe-inspiring, and I felt a deep sense of reverence and respect for the
history and culture of the place.
Visiting the Boudhanath Stupa was a humbling and spiritual
experience that reminded me of the power of faith and the importance of
connecting with something greater than oneself. It was a reminder of the
universal human desire for meaning and purpose and left a lasting impression on
me
5. Because of pandemic,
you were locked up in, parents were worried about you. Write a letter describing
your situation. Assure them that and following all the health protocols approximately
180 words.
4th April 2023
Kathmandu, Nepal
Dear Parents,
I hope this letter finds you well. I know that you have been
worried about me since the pandemic started, and I want to assure you that I am
safe and following all the necessary health protocols
As you know, due to the pandemic, I have been unable to
leave my home and have been spending most of my time indoors I understand that
this can be concerning, but I want to assure you that I am taking every
precaution to keep myself healthy. I have been following all the recommended
health guidelines, including wearing a mask whenever I go out, regularly
washing my hands, and practicing social distancing. Additionally, I have been
avoiding crowded places and staying at home as much as possible. I know that
this has been a difficult time for everyone, but I want you to know that I am
doing my best to stay healthy and safe. I have been keeping myself busy with
various activities, such as reading, exercising, and learning new skills.
I am also staying in touch with my friends and family
through video calls and messaging Please don't worry about me. I am taking
every precaution to protect myself and those around me, and I will continue to
do so until the situation improves.
I hope to see you both soon, but until then, let's stay
connected virtually.
Love,
[Your Name]
6. Write a review of a book or a
film you have recently watched or read in approximately 300 words.
Interstellar, A Search
For New Universe
Directed by: - Christopher Nolan
Starring: - Matthew McConaughey
Anne Hathaway
Jessica
Chastain
Duration: - 169 minutes
Release Date: - Oct 6, 2014
Budget: - $165 million
Box Office: - $773.8 million
Interstellar is a
2014 epic science fiction film co-written, directed, and produced by
Christopher Nolan. Set in a dystopian
future where humanity is struggling to survive, the film follows a group of
astronauts who travel through a wormhole near Saturn in search of a new home
for mankind. It is a mind-bending science fiction film that takes audiences on
an incredible journey through space and time. The film features an all-star
cast, including Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, and Jessica Chastain, and
delivers a visually stunning and emotionally gripping cinematic experience.
The story follows a team of astronauts on a mission to find
a new habitable planet for humanity, as Earth is facing a catastrophic
environmental crisis. McConaughey's character, Cooper, is a former pilot who
reluctantly agrees to lead the mission, leaving behind his two children and a
dying Earth. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the nature of
human existence. The visual effects in Interstellar are nothing short of
breathtaking. The film's space sequences are visually stunning, showcasing the
vast emptiness and wonder of the universe. The use of practical effects and
models instead of solely relying on CGI gives the film a tangible and realistic
feel, enhancing the overall viewing experience. The performances in the film
are also top-notch. McConaughey delivers a nuanced and emotional performance,
conveying the weight of his character's personal struggles and the enormity of
his mission. Hathaway and Chastain also give powerful performances, bringing
depth and heart to their respective characters
While the film can be complex and difficult to follow at
times, the themes and ideas presented are thought-provoking and challenging.
The film's final act delivers a stunning and emotional payoff that will leave
audiences breathless. Interstellar is not without its flaws, particularly in
its third act where the film's complex themes and ideas are condensed into a
more conventional narrative. However, overall, the film is a stunning
achievement in both visual effects and storytelling, and is a must-watch for
fans of science-fiction and those who enjoy thought provoking films.
Overall, Interstellar is a must-see film for science fiction
fans and movie lovers alike. With its stunning visuals, top-notch performances,
and thought- provoking themes, it is a cinematic masterpiece that will leave a
lasting impact on viewers long after the credits roll.
7. Do as indicated in the brackets
and rewrite sentences. [10x1=10]
a. I didn't take the
chance. I answered these questions correctly. (Complete the sentence
with an appropriate adverb.)
b. Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. (Put the
correct verb in the blank.)
c. My father ran a book shop for five years. (Put the
correct preposition in the blank.)
d. Kamal lost his cell phone. He (should have/could
have/must have / can have)informed the police (Choose the correct option from
the bracket to complete the sentence.)
e. My mother had
redecorated the flat, before I reached home (Complete the sentence using
correct forms of verbs; redecorate)
f. She
decided.......... (to join/join/ joined/joining) language institute.
(Choose the correct option from the bracket to complete the sentence.)
g. I couldn't submit the assignment on time I was because
out in the country. (Put the correct conjunction to complete the sentence)
h. The house, (in which/which/that/where) I spent
twelve years, was destroyed in earthquake. (Choose the correct option from the
bracket to complete the sentence.)
i. People say most of the politicians are liars. (Change
into passive.)
It is said that most of the politicians are liars.
Most of the politicians are said to be liars.
j. Were you absent in the class yesterday? (Report the
sentence starting with: She asked...................
She asked me if I had been absent in the class the day
before.
8. Choose and copy the
correct answer. [5x1=5]
a. Which of the
following words has a different vowel sound?
i. van iii. Trap
iii. Jam iv. palm
b. The initial sound in the word 'teacher' is transcribed as
......
i./∫/ ii. /t/ iii.
/o/ iv. /t∫/
c. She was sent to.........for ten years for the offence she
has committed.
i. goal ii. goal iii. Court iv. country
d. 'Tramp' comes after troop' in dictionary because ……….
comes before 'o' in alphabets.
i. a ii. t
iii. r iv. m
e. The case is urgent. I will………. matter immediately.
i. look down.
ii. look into
iii. look for
iv. look up.
