II Semester - BCA - (SEP) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY/JUNE 2025- SOLVED QUESTION PAPER
SECOND SEMESTER
B.C.A. (SEP) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY/JUNE 2025
SOLVED QUESTION PAPER
(REGULAR)
BASIC ENGLISH
PAPER: ELOQUENTIA-II
Time:
3 Hrs Max.
Marks: 80
1. Answer the following questions in a word,
a phrase or a sentence each: (10x1=10)
1. How many days Sunita Williams simulate in
space?
Ans: 195 days
2. Who is Tembu?
Ans: Tembu is Baldeo’s twelve-year-old son.
3. What weapon did Baldeo carry?
Ans: An axe
4. Where did Milka Singh's poor performance take place in his early career?
Ans: Melbourne Olympics
5. Why did the lift man through the passenger
out of the lift?
Ans: Because the passenger insulted him.
6. Who is the pilot in the poem 'The
cloud".
Ans: The cloud itself.
7. Who wrote the poem ‘The cloud'.
Ans: P.B. Shelley
8. What is the theme of the poem 'Bright
Copper Kettle'?
Ans: The joy of simple pleasures
9. Who is the speaker in the poem The Gift'
by Li Young Lee?
Ans: The poet (Li-Young Lee) himself.
10. What is the theme of the poem 'Do not go
Gentle into the good night?
Ans: Resisting death with strength and passion.
II. A) Explain how Milkha Singh's hard work
and dedication helped him to become a famous athlete. (1x10=10)
Ans:
Milkha Singh, also known as the “Flying Sikh,” is one of India’s most famous
athletes. He became successful because of his hard work, dedication, and
never-give-up attitude.
Milkha
Singh faced many difficulties in his early life. He lost his parents during the
partition of India and had to struggle for survival. He lived in a refugee camp
and even got involved in petty crimes. But he turned his life around when he
joined the Indian Army. It was there that he discovered his talent for running.
He
practiced with full determination. He would wake up early, run long distances,
and train even when he was tired. He knew that success comes only through
discipline and effort. Milkha worked harder than anyone else, often running
barefoot in the hot sun and on rocky grounds.
His
hard work showed results when he won gold medals in the Asian Games in 1958 and
1962. He also represented India in the Olympics. In the 1960 Rome Olympics, he
came very close to winning a medal in the 400 meters race. Even though he
finished fourth, his performance was appreciated all over the world.
His
life teaches us that no matter how hard your past is, you can still reach great
heights through dedication and hard work. Milkha Singh became an inspiration
for millions. His story motivates young athletes to work hard and never give up
on their dreams.
Thus,
Milkha Singh's success was built on strong willpower, effort, and dedication.
OR
B) Describe the courage, honour and duty
consciousness of Baldeo.
Ans: Baldeo is a brave and responsible character
in the story "The
Tiger in the Tunnel". He works as a watchman at a railway
tunnel in a forest area. His job is to make sure that the tunnel is safe and
clear before the train passes at night. Though the area is dangerous and wild
animals like tigers roam nearby, Baldeo never runs away from his duty.
Baldeo shows great courage.
Even though he knows that a man-eating tiger is in the area, he still goes to
work every night. He does not fear death. Instead, he carries his small iron
axe and stands firm. When the tiger attacks him, he does not run but fights the
animal with bravery. His courage shows that he is not afraid to protect others,
even at the cost of his life.
He also shows honour.
Baldeo takes pride in his work. Though it is a small job, he does it honestly.
He knows the safety of the train and passengers depends on him. This shows his
strong sense of honour and self-respect.
Baldeo’s duty consciousness
is clear throughout the story. He never misses a day of work. Even on the
dangerous night when he meets the tiger, he reports for duty. He understands
his responsibility and performs it with full dedication.
In the end, Baldeo
sacrifices his life while protecting the tunnel. His courage, honour, and sense
of duty make him a true hero and an inspiration to all.
III . A) Critically analyse the poem 'Do Not
Go Gentle into the Good Night. (1x10=10)
Ans: The poem ‘Do Not Go Gentle into the
Good Night’ is written by Dylan Thomas. It is a powerful and
emotional poem about fighting against death. The poet tells us that people
should not accept death quietly. Instead, they should resist it with strength
and passion.
The poem is written
in the form of a villanelle, a special type of poem with repeated lines.
The two main lines repeated throughout the poem are: “Do not go gentle into
that good night” and “Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” Here,
"good night" means death, and "dying of the light" means
the end of life. The poet uses these lines to tell us that we must not give up
easily.
Dylan Thomas gives
examples of different types of men—wise men, good men, wild men, and grave men.
All of them, even though they lived differently, do not want to die silently. They
fight against death in their own way. This shows that life is precious and
worth fighting for.
At the end of the
poem, the poet talks directly to his father, who is dying. He pleads with
him not to give in to death. This makes the poem very personal and emotional.
It shows the poet’s love and pain.
In
simple words, the poem teaches us that life is a gift. We should live it fully
and fight till the very end. It is a message of hope, courage, and strength in
the face of death.
OR
B) Explain how the 'Cloud' is personified
throughout the poem.
Ans:
The poem ‘The
Cloud’ is written by Percy Bysshe Shelley. In this poem,
the cloud is personified,
which means it is given human qualities. The cloud speaks like a person and
describes its actions, feelings, and importance in nature.
From
the beginning, the cloud introduces itself and says, “I bring fresh showers for
the thirsting flowers.” This line shows that the cloud takes care
of the plants like a kind person giving water to someone thirsty. It also says
that it helps to form the rainbow and decorate the sky. This makes the cloud
look like an artist or a painter.
The
cloud also talks about how it plays with the wind, shines with the sun, and
covers the earth with rain and snow. It says, “I silently laugh at my own cenotaph,”
meaning it never dies, even though people may think it disappears. It is always
changing form – from water to vapor to rain – and comes back again and again.
This gives the cloud a sense of immortality, just like a living
being with a never-ending life.
Throughout
the poem, the cloud is shown as powerful, playful, caring, and wise. It helps
nature grow, cools the earth, and even brings thunder and lightning. These
actions make the cloud seem like a protector and controller of nature.
By
giving the cloud a voice and feelings, the poet makes us see it as a living
character. This personification helps readers understand the beauty, strength,
and importance of the cloud in the natural world.
IV. Write a short note on any TWO of the
following choosing one from prose and one from poetry. (2x5=10)
1. Sunita Williams
Ans:
Sunita Williams is an Indian-American astronaut who worked with NASA. She
became famous for spending 195 days in space during one of her missions. She
flew to the International Space Station and took part in spacewalks, science
experiments, and daily tasks in space. She showed how women can do great things
in science and space. Sunita Williams is also known for her courage,
discipline, and hard work. She lived in space for many months and faced
challenges with a smile. She became an inspiration for young girls and boys
around the world. Her journey proves that with strong determination, anyone can
achieve big dreams, even going to space.
2. Narrate the episode of bus conductor’s
incident.
Ans: The bus conductor incident is from the story "The Gentlemen of the
Jungle." In the story, the liftman throws out a rude passenger
from the lift because the man did not say “please.” This action creates a legal
issue. The judge says that the liftman should not have taken the law into his
own hands. Even though the passenger was rude, rudeness is not a legal crime.
The court decides that only the law has the right to punish, not individuals.
The story teaches an important lesson about good manners and the importance of
following rules. It shows that justice must be done properly, through the
court, and not by taking personal revenge.
3. The Gift
Ans: “The Gift” is a touching poem written by Li-Young Lee.
In the poem, the speaker remembers a time when he was a young boy. He had a
metal splinter in his hand, and his father removed it gently. The father’s soft
voice and loving care made the pain go away. Years later, the speaker does the
same for his wife when she gets hurt. He remembers how his father’s kindness
helped him, and now he passes that love on to someone else. The poem shows how
simple acts of love and care stay in our hearts forever. It is a beautiful
message about the power of gentle behavior, family love, and how kindness moves
from one generation to the next.
4. The Bright Copper Kettle
Ans: “Bright Copper Kettle” is a poem that describes simple and
happy things in life. The poem lists small pleasures like warm woolen mittens,
brown paper packages tied with strings, and of course, a bright copper kettle.
These items remind us of comfort, joy, and childhood memories. The theme of the
poem is finding happiness in ordinary, everyday things. It tells us that we do
not always need big things to feel joy. Even the smell of fresh bread or the
sight of a snowfall can make us smile. The poem teaches us to be thankful for
the little things in life. It is a celebration of simplicity, warmth, and the
magic in daily life.
V. A) Rewrite the following questions as
directed. (5x1=5)
1. The boy kicked the ball. (Change into
passive voice)
Ans: The ball was kicked by the boy.
2. How fascinating the book was! (Change into
an assertive sentence)
Ans: The book was very fascinating.
3. I believe in the power of education.
(Change into exclamatory sentence)
Ans: What a powerful thing education is!
4. You will be sick unless you stop eating.
(Use 'if')
Ans: If you do not stop eating, you will be sick.
5. She is very tall, she can touch the
ceiling fans. (Use 'enough')
Ans: She is tall enough to touch the ceiling fans.
B) Frame questions as to get underlined words
as the answers in the following sentences. (5x1=5)
1. Santosh went to Mysore
Ans: Where did Santosh go?
2. Mount Everest is the highest
mountain.
Ans: Which is the highest mountain?
3. Arun spoke fluently
Ans: How did Arun speak?
4. Pushpa studied grammar yesterday.
Ans: Who did study grammar yesterday?
5. Raju's father is a teacher.
Ans: What is Raju’s father?
C) Rearrange the following sentences to form
a meaningful paragraph. (5x1=5)
1. Seema received a call to attend the
interview.
2. She applied for a new job.
3 Seema was an ambitious girl.
4. But, she was not happy there.
5. Her mother had put her in a clerical job.
Ans:
3. Seema was an ambitious girl.
5. Her mother had put her in a clerical job.
4. But, she was not happy there.
2. She applied for a new job.
1. Seema received a call to attend the interview.
D) Use the correct Punctuations in the
following sentences. (5x1=5)
1. Peru is located in south america.
Ans: Peru is located in South America.
2. I need to buy eggs milk butter and bread.
Ans: I need to buy eggs, milk, butter, and bread.
3. There is no place like home
Ans: There is no place like home.
4. What are you doing now.
Ans: What are you doing now?
5. God I'm in Heaven
Ans: God, I’m in heaven!
VI. Answer any FOUR of the following
questions. (4x5=20)
1. What is presentation? Explain the types of
presentation.
Ans:
A presentation is a way of sharing ideas, information, or messages with an
audience. It can be spoken, visual, or both. Presentations are used in schools,
offices, and public events.
Types of presentations include:
·
Informative
presentation: Gives information on a topic.
·
Persuasive
presentation: Tries to change the audience’s opinion or make them do
something.
·
Instructional
presentation: Teaches the audience how to do something.
·
Inspirational
presentation: Motivates and encourages people.
·
Decision-making
presentation: Helps in making choices based on facts.
A
good presentation should be clear, simple, and engaging to the audience.
2. Body language? Explain.
Ans:
Body language is the way we communicate without speaking. It includes gestures, posture, facial
expressions, and eye contact. It helps others understand how we
feel or what we mean. For example, a smile shows friendliness, while crossed
arms may show discomfort or anger.
Good body language is very important in
communication. Standing straight, making eye contact, and using hand movements
show confidence. It helps in interviews, presentations, and daily
conversations. Bad body language can send the wrong message even if your words
are right.
Understanding
body language helps us connect better with others and express ourselves more
clearly.
3. Write the importance of language in
Surabhi Gautam's life based on your listening of TED talk.
Ans:
In her TED talk, Surabhi Gautam shares how language changed her life. She
came from a small village and studied in a Hindi medium school. When she went
to college, she faced problems because she didn’t know English well. People
laughed at her and ignored her.
But
she worked very hard to learn English. She read newspapers, practiced speaking,
and improved every day. Later, she passed competitive exams and became a
successful officer.
Surabhi
says that language
is a powerful tool. It helps in communication and gives confidence.
Learning English opened new doors in her life. Her story shows that language
skills are important for success in today’s world.
4. Explain the importance of Health according
to Dr. Tejaswini Manogna.
Ans:
Dr. Tejaswini
Manogna says that health is the most important part of our
life. In her talk, she explains that physical, mental, and emotional health are
all connected. She is a doctor, dancer, and NCC cadet. She balances all her
roles because she takes care of her health.
She
believes that we must eat healthy food, exercise regularly, and think
positively. A healthy person can work better, think clearly, and live happily.
She also says that self-discipline and time management help us stay fit.
Dr.
Tejaswini inspires us to make health our priority. She shows that if we are
healthy, we can achieve anything in life.
5. Explain how to lead Balanced life by Sudha
Murthy.
Ans:
Sudha Murthy
is a famous writer and social worker. She says that a balanced life means
managing work, family, and personal interests without stress. In her talk, she
explains that we must give time to family, take care of our health, and enjoy
simple joys of life.
She
believes in living simply, being honest, and helping others. She says that
running after money or fame alone will not bring happiness. Reading books,
helping the poor, and spending time with loved ones brings real peace.
According to her,
balance in life comes from simplicity, kindness, and time management. Her life is an
example of how one can stay successful and still live a calm, happy life.
6. Comment on Diversity is the New
Nationality by Capt. Raghu Raman.
Ans:
Capt. Raghu
Raman believes that diversity is India’s strength. In
his talk, he explains how India is made up of many languages, cultures,
religions, and traditions. Though we are all different, we are united as
Indians.
He
says that we should not be afraid of differences. Instead, we must accept and
respect each other. He shares stories from the army, where soldiers from
different parts of India live and work together like one big family.
He believes that being different makes us stronger and smarter. We learn from each other and grow together. Capt. Raman's message is clear — diversity is not a weakness, but a new way of being united.
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