GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA
KARNATAKA SCHOOL EXAMINATION AND
ASSESSMENT BOARD
6TH CROSS, MALLESHWARAM, BENGALURU – 560
003
2025 -26 II PUC MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 3
SUBJECT:
ENGLISH MAXIMUM
MARKS: 80
TIME:
03 HOURS NUMBER
OF QUESTIONS: 36
Instructions
1.
Answer the questions in all the sections.
2.
Follow the prescribed limit while answering the questions.
3. Write
the correct question number as it appears on the question paper.
4. For
multiple choice questions (MCQs), choose the correct answer and rewrite it.
5. For
Part - A questions, only the first written answers will be considered for
evaluation.
6.
Answers to the question number 30A (a-i) or 30 B (a-i) should be in one
sequence and at one place.
7. For
question numbers 30, 31, 32 and 36 internal choices are there. Hence, answer
either (A) or (B).
PART-A
I.
Answer the following questions by choosing the right option. 10X1=10
1.
In 'Romeo and Juliet', _______ is described as, “gentle”, “loving,
black-browed”.
a.
an Ethiope b. the night c. a crow d. a raven
Ans: b. the night
2.
Match the particulars in column with the amount in column B with reference to
‘Too Dear!' and choose the correct option.
A B
A. The French Government i. 12000 francs
B. The Italian king ii.
600 francs
C. The Pension fixed iii. 16000 francs
a.
A-iii, B-i, C-ii b. A-i, B-ii, C-iii c. A-ii, B-iii, C-i d. A-iii, B-ii, C- i
Ans: a. A-iii, B-i, C-ii
3.
Choose the statement which is incorrect with reference to the poem ‘On
Children’.
a.
Parents may strive to be like children
b.
Parents may house the souls of children
c.
Parents’ bending in the archer’s hand be for gladness
d.
Children do not belong to the parents
Ans: b. Parents may house the
souls of children
4.
Don Gonzalo goes to _____________ for hunting, in ‘A Sunny Morning’
a.
Madrid b. Aravaca c. Valencia d. Maricela
Ans: b. Aravaca
5.
In ‘The Gardener’, ______ had one thousand acres of land, composed ballads,
gave up everything and started off from his village.
a.
Lokya b. Tammanna c. Basavaiah d. The owner
Ans: b. Tammanna
6.
Borges calls _______ as the most astounding invention of man.
a. Books b. Telescope c.
Sword d. Telephone
Ans: a. Books
7.
Complete the analogy with reference to 'Japan And Brazil Through A Traveler’s Eye':
The
grey pavements: Copacabana::The worst place of traffic: _________
a.
Osaka b. Tokaido c. Avenida Presidente Vargas d. Tokyo
Ans: c. Avenida Presidente Vargas
8. Choose the
correct series of events as they happen in 'The Voter'.
a. POP Campaign
Leader gives five pounds to Roof to vote for Maduka - Elders agreed to vote for
Marcus by taking four shillings - People vote Marcus without taking any money -
Roof thinks of returning five pounds to the other man
b. People voted
Marcus without taking any money earlier -Elders agreed to vote for Marcus by
taking four shillings this time - POP Campaign Leader gives five pounds to Roof
to vote for Maduka - Roof thinks of returning five pounds to the other man
c. Elders agreed
to vote for Marcus by taking four shillings- Roof thinks of returning five
pounds to the other man - People vote Marcus without taking any money -POP
Campaign Leader gives five pounds to Roof to vote for Maduka
d. Elders agreed
to vote for Marcus by taking four shillings - Roof thinks of returning five
pounds to the other man - People vote Marcus without taking any money -POP
Campaign Leader gives five pounds to Roof to vote for Maduka
Ans:
b. People voted Marcus without taking any money earlier -Elders agreed to vote
for Marcus by taking four shillings this time - POP Campaign Leader gives five
pounds to Roof to vote for Maduka - Roof thinks of returning five pounds to the
other man
9.
‘It is my right. We can go anywhere’. Who made this statement in ‘Where There
Is A Wheel’?
a.
Kannammal b. Avakanni c. Manormani d. Jameela Bibi
Ans: d. Jameela Bibi
10.
In the poem ‘Water’, _________ was brunt to ashes for the want of a pot of
water.
a.
Malapalle b. Karamachedu c. Challapalli d. Mahad
Ans: b. Karamachedu
11. Fill in the blanks
with passive form of the verb given in brackets. 3x1=3
Vijay entered a
toy shop with his daughter Niharika. Various colourful toys ________ (find) in
it. He _______(attract) towards a Barbie doll and bought it. The payment______
(do) through UPI mode.
Ans:
Vijay entered a toy shop with his daughter Niharika. Various colourful toys were found in it. He was attracted towards a Barbie
doll and bought it. The payment was
done through UPI mode.
12. Fill in the
blanks by choosing the appropriate expressions given in brackets. 2x1=2 (brainchild,
swept across, go out)
Cycling has
_________Pudukkottai. It has become a movement. It was the __________of Sheela
Rani Chunkath who was the former District Collector.
Ans:
Cycling has swept across Pudukkottai.
It has become a movement. It was the brain
child of Sheela Rani Chunkath who was the former District Collector.
13.
Read the following paragraph and match the pronouns in side A with the
nouns/noun phrases in Side B they refer to. 5x1=5.
Anne
Frank and her family members moved into a secret hiding place. They (a)
were forced to stay there for two years. She (b) recorded all the
incidents in a diary which (c)she named kitty. This was handed over to her
(d) father after her death in the concentration camp. He (e) in turn
published it as a book.
A B
(Pronouns) (Nouns/Noun
phrases)
a. They i.
diary
b. She ii.
Anne Frank
c. Which iii.
Anne Frank’s
d. Her iv.
father
e. He v.
Anne Frank’s family members
vi. Camp
Ans:
a. They – v. Anne Frank’s family members
b.
She – ii. Anne Frank
c.
Which – i. diary
d.
Her – iii. Anne Frank’s
e.
He – iv. Father
II. Answer any
THREE of the following questions in two sentences/phrases / words each. 3X2=6
14. Mention any
two images to which Romeo compares Juliet in the poem ‘Romeo and Juliet.’
Ans:
Romeo compares Juliet to a rich jewel in an Ethiope’s ear and to a showy dove
in troop of crows.
15. According to
the prophet in ‘On Children’, who bends the bow and why?
Ans:
The Archer (God) bends the bow so that the children, as living arrows, may go
swift and far on the path of life.
16. Name the two
popular courses in Earth University as mentioned by Vandana Shiva.
Ans:
The two popular courses are A-Z of Organic Farming and Agro ecology and Gandhi
and Globalization.
17.
In poem ‘Water’, who opposed the Kamma landlords? What did she use to oppose
them?
Ans:
Karamachedu Suvarthamma opposed the Kamma landlords. She used her voice and
actions to express righteous rage and challenge their authority.
II. Answer any
FOUR of the following questions in about 60 words each.
4x3=12
18. Write a
short note on Cormac Cullinan’s thoughts on separateness as quoted by Vandana
Shiva.
Ans: Cormac Cullinan believes that modern people have forgotten that they are a part of nature. He says that humans think they are separate and superior to the natural world, which leads to the destruction of the environment. This feeling of separateness makes people exploit the Earth instead of living in harmony with it. Vandana Shiva agrees with Cullinan and says that we must realize that the Earth is our mother and we are her children. Only when we understand this connection can we protect and care for nature.
19. How does
Dona Laura describe her own death in ‘A Sunny Morning’?
Ans:
In the play A Sunny Morning, Dona Laura describes
her death in a poetic and imaginative way. She says that after her lover went
away, she waited for him for many years. When she did not hear from him, she
felt that life had no meaning. She tells Don Gonzalo that she walked by the
seashore one evening, and a wave came and carried her away forever. In truth,
she did not die like that, but she uses this story to hide her real identity
and to express her deep sadness and lost love.
20. Describe the
uniqueness of the poet’s love as expressed in ‘When You Are Old’.
Ans: In the poem When You Are Old by W.B. Yeats, the poet talks about a deep and spiritual kind of love. He tells the woman he loved that many men loved her for her beauty, but he loved her for her soul for the way she was inside. His love was not based on looks or youth but on her true nature. Even when she grows old and loses her beauty, his love remains pure and constant. This makes his love unique, eternal, and sincere compared to the temporary love of others.
21. Write a note
on the life of the foot in the shoe as described in the poem ‘To The Foot From
Its Child’.
Ans:
In the poem To the Foot from Its Child by Pablo Neruda, the poet imagines how
the foot’s life changes over time. When the foot is young, it is free and
happy, playing with the earth, water, and grass. But when it grows older, it is
forced into shoes and made to walk on hard roads. The foot becomes tired,
rough, and sometimes injured. Still, it continues to move forward, carrying the
person through life. The poem shows how the foot, though hidden and humble,
plays an important role in human life and struggle.
22. ‘The poet
creates heaven on earth’. Discuss this with reference to ‘Heaven, If You Are
Not Here On Earth’.
Ans:
In the poem Heaven, If You Are Not Here On Earth by
Kuvempu, the poet says that heaven is not a faraway place after death, but
something we can create here on Earth. When people live with love, peace,
truth, and harmony, the Earth becomes heaven. The poet believes that goodness,
beauty, and joy are signs of heaven. Nature, art, music, and human kindness
make life divine. He tells us to live righteously and happily so that our world
itself becomes a paradise. Thus, the poet’s message is that heaven exists
wherever goodness and happiness exist.
23. Why eating
soup is dangerous in Japan, as narrated by George Mikes?
Ans:
In Japan and Brazil Through a Traveler’s Eye, George Mikes humorously explains that
eating soup in Japan can be “dangerous” because of the strict table manners. In
Japan, people make a loud noise while drinking soup to show that they are
enjoying it. A foreigner who doesn’t know this might feel confused or
embarrassed. Mikes says that if you drink the soup quietly, it means you
dislike it. But if you try to make the proper sound, you might choke or spill
the soup! He calls it dangerous as a joke to describe the cultural difference
in eating habits.
IV Answer any
THREE of the following questions in about 100 words each.
3x4=12
24. What were
the arguments put forth by the prisoner for not going out of the prison as in
'Too Dear!'?
Ans: In Too Dear! by Leo Tolstoy, the prisoner refuses to leave the prison even when he is set free. He argues that he has no place to go and no way to earn a living. Earlier, the King had decided to execute him and later decided to keep him in prison for life. When the government finally released him, the prisoner said that he was better off inside the prison where he was given food and shelter. Outside, he would have to beg and suffer. He told the officials that since they had punished him without reason; it was their duty to take care of him. Finally, the King agreed to give him a small pension, and he continued to live near the kingdom, spending the rest of his life peacefully.
25. ‘Do you
agree that the play ' A Sunny Morning' deals with the human weakness for lying?
Elucidate with suitable examples.
Ans: Yes, the play A Sunny Morning by Serafin and Joaquin Quintero clearly shows the human weakness for lying. The two old characters, Don Gonzalo and Dona Laura, meet by chance in a park. When they recognize each other as former lovers, they both pretend not to know the truth. Dona Laura says that her lover died fighting a duel and that she later died at the seashore, while Don Gonzalo says his lover went to a convent and died soon after. Both of them tell lies to protect their pride and to hide their emotions. These lies are harmless but show how people often avoid the truth to save their dignity. The play presents lying as a gentle and human way of keeping memories beautiful and avoiding pain in old age.
26. How did the
plantation owner's lifestyle change after the arrival of the old man in ‘The
Gardener?
Ans: The owner was trying hard to improve his plantation, but he could not solve many problems. One day, he met an old man who knew a lot about farming and had good local knowledge. So, the owner immediately appointed him as a gardener. His decision turned out to be right. The old man worked wisely and solved all the problems in the plantation. As a result, the income from the garden increased greatly. The owner’s lifestyle also changed. He expanded his plantation and became rich and respected. However, he became lazy and stopped doing hard work. He made many new friends in his village and nearby places. Though he had very little real work to do, he filled his days with parties and fun. Gradually, he developed many bad habits, including being unfaithful.
27. Discuss
Borge's views on poetry.
Ans: In his essay,
Borges says that poetry is a wonderful and mysterious creation. He believes
that poetry is not made of words or rhymes alone, but of emotions, imagination,
and feelings. According to Borges, poetry helps people express their inner
thoughts and connect with others. He feels that reading or writing poetry is
one of the most human and noble acts, as it brings comfort, beauty, and
understanding into life. Borges calls books and poetry the greatest inventions
of man because they preserve wisdom and imagination for future generations. He
also says that every poem we read becomes a part of our own experience and
helps us see the world differently. Thus, Borges considers poetry as a bridge
between the human heart and the universe.
28. How did the
POP campaign team trap Roof in ‘The Voter'?
Ans:
In The Voter by Chinua Achebe, Roof was a trusted campaign
worker for Marcus Ibe, the candidate of the POP party. He was clever and loyal,
but the rival party tried to tempt him. A campaign leader from the opposing
side secretly offered Roof five pounds to vote for their candidate, Maduka.
Roof was in a dilemma because he had already promised to vote for Marcus. When
he went to the polling booth, he pretended to vote for Maduka in front of the
leader, but actually voted for Marcus. Later, when the leader asked for proof,
Roof cleverly said that the vote was secret and could not be shown. In this
way, the POP team trapped him in a situation where he could not refuse money
but still had to keep his loyalty. Roof’s greed and cleverness both got tested
that day.
29. ‘A humble
vehicle like cycle can work wonders in empowering rural woman’. Explain with
reference to ‘Where There Is A Wheel.’
Ans:
In Where There Is A Wheel, P. Sainath describes how the simple
cycle became a symbol of freedom for women in Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu. Earlier,
women were not allowed to move freely or do things on their own. But when the
district collector, Sheela Rani Chunkath, encouraged them to learn cycling,
their lives changed completely. The cycle gave women independence, confidence,
and self-respect. They could go to work, attend meetings, and visit nearby
villages without depending on men. It became a symbol of progress and
empowerment. Even though some people criticized them, the women proudly rode
their cycles and inspired others. Thus, the cycle helped bring social change,
equality, and dignity to rural women, proving that even a simple invention can
make a big difference in society.
PART-C
V.
30. A. Read the following passage and answer the questions set on it. 9x1=9
Sir Charles
Spencer Chaplin was an English comic actor, filmmaker and composer who rose to
fame in the era of silent films. Popularly known as Charlie Chaplin, he was born
in the year 1889. He became a worldwide icon through his screen character, ‘The
Tramp’. It is considered as one of the most important figures in film industry.
A tramp is one who is homeless. Most of the characters he played fit into the
role of a tramp. His career of many memorable movies spanned more than 75
years, from childhood in the Victorian era until a year before his death in
1977.
Chaplin's
childhood in London was one of poverty and hardship. His father was absent, and
his mother struggled financially, and he was sent to a workhouse twice before
age nine. When he was fourteen, his mother was admitted to a mental asylum.
Chaplin began performing at an early age of nine in touring music halls and later
working as a stage actor and comedian. ‘Making a Living’ is the first movie of
his. It was made in 1918.
In his most
famous movie ‘Modern Times,' Charlie Chaplin criticizes the effects of the
Industrial Revolution in his own way. This movie is also a comment on desperate
employment and financial conditions that were the result of Great Depression.
It was released in the year 1936. Chaplin directed, produced, edited,
starred in and
composed the music for the most of his films. His films are characterized by
slapstick combined with pathos, typified in the Tramp's struggles against adversity.
Many contain social and political themes as well as autobiographical elements.
He received an Honorary Academy Award for his lifetime achievement in the field
of film making. He continues to be held in
high regard with
‘The Gold Rush’, ‘City Lights’, ‘Modern Times’ and ‘The Great Dictator’ often
ranked on lists of the greatest films.
a.
Which was the first movie of Charlie Chaplin?
Ans: Making a Living
b.
How was Charlie Chaplin's childhood life?
Ans: His childhood was full of
poverty and hardship. His father was absent, and his mother was very poor.
c.
The meaning of the word ‘tramp’ is ___________. (Fill in the blank)
i. homeless ii.
hopeless iii. moneyless
Ans: i. homeless
d.
When was Chaplin born?
Ans: He was born in the year
1889.
e.
In which movie Charlie Chaplin criticizes industrialization?
Ans: In the movie ‘Modern Times’
f.
When was ‘Modern Times’ released?
Ans: It was released in the year
1936
g.
Name any one of the greatest movies of Charlie Chaplin.
Ans: City Lights, The Gold Rush,
Modern Times, The Great Dictator
h.
When did Charlie Chaplin pass away?
Ans: He passed away in 1977.
i.
Write the antonym of the word 'employment'.
Ans: Unemployment.
OR
B.
Read the following poem and answer the questions set on it. 9X1=9
Play Things -By Rabindranath Tagore.
Child, how happy you are sitting
In the dust playing with a broken
twig all the morning!
I smile at your play with that
little bit of a broken twig.
I am busy with my accounts,
adding up figures by the hour.
Perhaps you glance at me and
think "What a stupid game to
spoil your morning with!”
Child, I have forgotten the art of
being absorbed in sticks and mud-pies.
I seek out costly playthings, and
gather humps of gold and silver.
With whatever you find you create your
glad games.
I spend both my time and my
strength over things I can never obtain.
In my frail canoe I struggle
to cross the sea of desire, and
forget that I too am playing game.
a.
What is the speaker doing?
Ans: The speaker is busy with his
accounts, adding up figures.
b.
What has the speaker forgotten?
Ans: The speaker has forgotten
the art of being absorbed in simple games like playing with sticks and
mud-pies.
c.
Who is happy sitting in the dust?
Ans: The child is happy sitting
in the dust.
d.
What does the speaker seek?
Ans: The speaker seeks costly
playthings and gathers gold and silver.
e.
What is the child doing?
Ans: The child is playing happily
with a broken twig.
f.
In this poem, the word ‘you’ represents _______. (Fill in the blank)
i. Speaker ii. Child iii.
Nobody
Ans:
ii. Child
g. How does the child create glad games?
Ans:
The child creates glad games with whatever he finds, even simple things like a
broken twig.
h. The antonym of the word
'happy' is ____________
Ans: Unhappy/ sad
i.
Which word in the poem means ‘a small boat’?
Ans: Canoe
PART-D
V1.31.A
Rewrite as directed 4x1=4
i.
Nisha is used to come to college ______bus.
(Use
appropriate preposition)
Ans: Nisha is used to come to
college by bus.
ii.
every / its/ own language / country /has
(Rearrange
the above segments into a meaningful sentence)
Ans: Every country has its own
language.
iii.
One of my friends ________ (is/are) living in Mysuru.
(Use
an appropriate verb that agrees with the subject)
Ans: One of my friends is living in Mysuru.
iv.
Priya ______________(go) to office by car every day.
(Use
the appropriate form of the verb given in brackets)
Ans: Priya goes to office by car every day.
OR
B.
Fill in the blanks with the right linker. 4x1=4
(because,
but, therefore, and)
Basavaiah
bedecked himself with gold, diamonds, ______other precious stones. ______his
house looked dull and empty ________Tammanna's books were not there. _______ he
started inviting scholars, poets and musicians to his place.
Ans:
Basavaiah bedecked himself with
gold, diamonds, and other
precious stones. Therefore his
house looked dull and empty because Tammanna's
books were not there. But he
started inviting scholars, poets and musicians to his place.
32.
2x1=2
A.
Rewrite as directed.
i.
I do not know what to do, ______? (Add a question tag)
Ans: I do not know what to do, do I?
ii.
A policeman was clearing the traffic.
(Frame
Wh- question to get the underlined words as answer)
Ans: Who was clearing the
traffic?
OR
B.
Rectify the errors in the following sentences and rewrite them. 2x1=2
i.
King Lear is a interesting play.
Ans: King Lear is an interesting
play.
ii.
Brijesh pray every morning.
Ans: Brijesh prays every morning.
33.
Read the following passage and make notes by filling the boxes given below. 4x
½ =2
The
Tungabhadra is one of the major rivers of Karnataka. It starts and flows
through the state of Karnataka, during most of its course, then through Andhra
Pradesh, and ultimately joins the Krishna River near Murvakonda in Andhra
Pradesh.
Ans:
34.
Report the following conversation. 5x1=5
Minister:
Why do you not run away? There is no guard to keep you. The prince will not
mind.
Criminal:
I know it. But I have nowhere to go.
Ans:
The minister asked criminal why he did not run away. The minister told criminal
that there was no guard to keep him. He told criminal that the prince would not
mind. The criminal replied the minister that he knew it, but that he had
nowhere to go.
35.
Complete the following dialogue. 3x1=3
(At
a shop)
Sales
Manager : Hello Sir _______(offering help)
Customer
: I want to buy a mobile phone.
Sales
Manager : 4G or 5G, Sir?
Customer
: No, _________(Expressing his preference)
Sales
Manager : _________(Apologies for not having it)
Customer
: Fine, thank you. I will check in other shops.
Ans:
Sales Manager : Hello Sir, how can I help you?
Customer : I want to buy a mobile
phone.
Sales Manager : 4G or 5G, Sir?
Customer : No, I prefer a basic keypad phone.
Sales Manager : I'm sorry, Sir, we don’t
have it right now.
Customer : Fine, thank you. I will
check in other shops.
PART-E
VII.
36. A. Write a letter of application in response to the following advertisement
that appeared in The Times of Karnataka dated 3rd November 2025. 5
Wanted
Lecturer in English
Qualification: M.A., B.Ed.
Basic computer knowledge is essential.
Apply within 10 days to:
The Principal,
S.S.V. College,
16th cross, Malleswaram,
Bangalore-560003
(Write XXXX for your name and YYYY for
your address)
Ans:
XXXX
YYYY
5th
November, 2025
The Principal
S.S.V. College
16th Cross
Malleswaram
Bangalore – 560003
Sir/Madam,
Sub: Application for the post of
Lecturer in English
Ref: The Times of Karnataka dated 3rd November 2025
With reference to the advertisement that appeared in
The Times of Karnataka dated 3rd November 2025, I wish to
apply for the post of Lecturer in English
in your esteemed institution.
I hold an M.A. in English
and a B.Ed. degree from a recognized
university. I have good communication skills and basic computer knowledge. I
also have experience teaching English at the PU/degree level (if required, you
may add: for two years). I am confident that my
teaching skills and commitment to work will contribute to the academic
excellence of your college.
I would be grateful if you
could give me an opportunity to attend the interview. I assure you that I will
discharge my duties sincerely if selected.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-
XXXX
Enclosure:
Resume
Resume
Name : XXXX
Address : YYYY
Nationality : Indian
Language
Known : English, Kannada, Hindi
Educational
Qualifications:
|
Degree |
Board/ University |
Year of Passing |
Percentage |
|
M.A. |
RCUB |
2022 |
95% |
|
B.A., B.Ed. |
RCUB |
2020 |
97% |
|
PUC |
Karnataka State
Board |
2017 |
99% |
|
SSLC |
Karnataka State
Board |
2015 |
98% |
Work Experience : Two years experience
Hobbies :
Reading, Surfing, Singing
I hereby declare
that the above information is true to my knowledge.
Sd/-
(XXXX)
OR
B. Imagine, you
are the secretary of your college union. You have invited Dr. Deepak, scientist
at R. R. Institute, Bangalore to address the students. You must introduce the
guest and welcome him. Based on the profile of the guest write a speech in
about 120 words. 5
Name
of the guest: Dr. Deepak
Native:
Haveri
Educational
Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics, Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics.
Career:
Started career as a lecturer in Goa - Completed Ph.D. in 2001- joined R.R.
Institute in 2004 - Became a Senior Scientist in 2006.
Ans:
Respected Principal, teachers,
and my dear friends,
As the Secretary of our College Union, it is my
great pleasure to welcome you all to today’s special programme. It is indeed an
honour to introduce our distinguished guest, Dr.
Deepak, a renowned scientist from the R. R. Institute,
Bangalore.
Dr. Deepak hails from Haveri,
a place known for its rich culture and heritage. He completed his M.Sc. in Physics and went on to achieve a Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics. His academic journey reflects
his deep passion for science and research.
He
began his career as a lecturer in Goa, inspiring many young minds. After
completing his Ph.D. in 2001, he joined the R. R.
Institute in 2004. Through hard work and exceptional talent, he
became a Senior Scientist in 2006.
We are truly fortunate to have such a respected and
accomplished personality among us today. On behalf of the entire college, I
extend a warm and respectful welcome to you, Sir. We eagerly look forward to
your inspiring address.
Thank you.
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