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English Class 10 Kerala Syllabus Model Question Paper Set 5
Time: 2½ Hours
Score: 80 Marks
Instructions:
- 15 minutes is given as cool off time.
- This time is to be used for reading the question paper.
- You are not supposed to write anything during the cool off time.
- Attempt the questions according to the instructions.
Questions 1-5 Read the following extract from “A Piece of String” and answer the questions that follow. (5 × 1 = 5)
Along all the roads around Goderville the peasants and their wives were coming to the town because it was market day. Some led a cow or a calf by a cord. Their wives walked behind the animal. They whipped it with a leafy branch to hasten its progress. In the public square of Goderville there was a crowd, a throng of human beings and animals.
Hauchecome had just arrived at Goderville. He was walking towards the public square. Then he saw a little piece of string on the ground. He thought that everything useful ought to be picked up. He took the bit of thin cord from die ground. He began to roll it carefully. Then he noticed Malandain, on the threshold ofhis door, looking at him. They were on bad terms with each other. Hauchecome was seized with shame to be seen thus by his enemy. He concealed his “find” in his trousers’ pocket. He pretended to be looking on the ground for something else. Then he went toward the market.
Question 1.
Why were the peasants and their wives coming to the town?
Answer:
The peasants and their wives were coming to the town because it was market day.
Question 2.
With what were the wives whipping the animals? Why?
Answer:
The wives were whipping the animals with a leafy branch.
Question 3.
Why did Hauchecome pick up the bit of thin cord from the ground?
Answer:
Hauchecome picked up the bit of thin cord from the ground because he thought that everything useful ought to be picked up.
Question 4.
Were Hauchecome and Malandain on good terms?
Answer:
No, they weren’t. Hauchecome and Malandain were not on good terms.
Question 5.
Why did Hauchecome conceal his ‘find’?
Answer:
Hauchecome concealed his ‘find’ because he was seized with shame to be seen picking up the piece of string by his enemy, Malandain.
Questions 6-9: Read the lines from the poem “The Wild Swans at Coole” by W.B. Yeats and answer the questions that follow. (4 × 1 = 4)
The trees are in their autumn beauty,
The woodland paths are dry,
Under the October twilight the water
Mirrors a still sky;
Upon the brimming water among the stones
Are nine-and-fifty swans.
The nineteenth autumn has come upon me
Since I first made my count;
I saw, before I had well finished,
All suddenly mount
And scatter wheeling in great broken rings
Upon their clamorous wings.
Question 6.
What is the season described in the poem?
A. Summer
B. Winter
C. Spring
D. Autumn
Answer:
D. Autumn
Question 7.
What is reflected in the water under the October twilight?
A. 59 swans
B. Wood land paths
C. Trees in their beauty
D. A still sky
Answer:
Question 8.
When does twilight appear?
A. After dawn
B. During midday
C. In the afternoon
D. Soon after sunset
Answer:
D. Soon after sunset
Question 9.
When did the writer visit the place for the first time?
Answer:
The writer visited the place for the first time 19 years ago.
Question 10.
(A) These are the first few lines of the song “Another Day in Paradise” by Phil Collins. The central theme of the song is social indifference to the poor and the homeless. Write a brief appreciation of the song, focusing on its theme, images and poetic devices. (1 × 5 = 5)
She calls out to the man on the street
“Sir, can you help me?
It’s cold and I’ve nowhere to sleep
Is there somewhere you can tell me?”
He walks on, doesn’t look back
He pretends he can’t hear her
Starts to whistle as he crosses the street
Seems embarrassed to be there
Oh think twice, cause it’s another day for
You and me in paradise.
Answer:
“Another Day in Paradise,” a song by Phil Collins, is a poignant exploration of social injustice and the plight of the homeless, prompting reflection on empathy and social responsibility. It talks about empathy, social awareness, and the moral duty to assist those in need. Collins uses the narrative of a homeless woman pleading for help to evoke a sense of urgency and compassion in the listener.
The helpless woman calls out to the man on the street requesting him to help her. It is too cold for her on the street. She wants a place to sleep. Is there some place he knows and can tell her? But he walks on. He doesn’t look back. He pretends he can’t hear her. He starts to whistle as he crosses the street. He seems embarrassed to be there.
She has been crying. She’s got blisters on the soles of her feet. She can’t walk. She can’t rest anywhere because people drive her away. She is really suffering and in agony. But the society seems to be utterly indifferent. To convey the message the poet uses fine vivid imagery. We can see the woman walking awkwardly as the blisters on the soles of her feet torment her.
The poet uses refrain “Oh, think twice, because it’s another day for you and me in paradise” to stress the point. He uses anaphora “It’s just another day for you and me in paradise” to emphasizes the stark contrast between the privileged and the destitute. There is a fine metaphor in “Paradise”. The poor woman with blisters on her soles, shivering with cold and crying, is walking in the Paradise!
The poem gives us a fine message. Many of us may have huge mansions with a lot of empty rooms. We will not allow any homeless person to come and stay in our empty room. We may have our justifications. But on the whole we are indifferent to the sufferings and needs of others. To some this earth may be a paradise but for many others it is a place of tortures and torments. On the whole it is a fine song that shows the inequality between the haves and the have-nots, exhorting the haves to be empathetic to the have-nots.
OR
(B) Mr. Student forms a negative impression of Teresa initially, influenced by her appearance and behaviour. He discusses his thoughts and feelings about her with one ofhis friends. Write the possible conversation.
Questions 11- 14: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: (4 × 1 = 4)
The Banyan tree is more than just a large plant; it is a profound symbol in Indian culture and a remarkable example of nature’s architectural genius. Unlike most trees that grow one trunk skyward, the Banyan develops prop roots that descend from its branches. These roots, initially thin and cord-like, grow downward until they reach the soil, where they thicken and mature into supplementary, woody trunks.
This unique growth pattern allows a single Banyan tree to spread over a vast area, sometimes spanning several acres. The extensive canopy created by these multiple trunks and spreading branches provides dense shade, making the Banyan a natural gathering spot. In villages across India, the space beneath a Banyan often serves as the central huba venue for public meetings, a resting place for travellers, and a natural playground for children. Its longevity is legendary; some Banyan trees have survived for centuries, witnessing generations of human history.
Answer:
Mr. Student: Hey, Gagarin, I want to tell you something about a woman who lives opposite my room.
Gagarin: What is her name?
Mr. Student: Her name is Teresa.
Gagarin: How does she look?
Mr. Student: Initially she looked loathsome to me. She is tall and strong, with bushy dark brown hair and a large coarse face. She has dark eyes. She speaks with a bass voice.
Gagarin: Sounds like a really horrible woman. How did you come to know of her?
Mr. Student: She once came to me and said she wanted me to write a letter to her lover Boles. She dictated it to me and I wrote it.
Gagarin: And then?
Mr. Student: She comes back to me after some days and tells me I should write another letter as a reply from Boles. I got annoyed and told her she is a liar and there is no one called Boles.
Gagarin: I think you are right. How can she make you write a letter from her lover?
Mr. Student: I then realised her plight. She was lonely and she invented this lover. When she makes some people read the letter written by her and the reply she supposedly gets she feels happy that there is someone to love her. I felt empathetic and I agreed to write the reply also. I continued doing that.
Gagarin: Very interesting!
Mr. Student: Teresa repaid for my services by mending the holes in my socks, shirt and others items of clothing. We have become good friends now.
Gagarin: Well done, boy! You are an understanding person!
Mr. Student: Thank you, Gagarin!
Question 11.
What is the unique feature of the Banyan tree that allows it to spread over a vast area?
Answer:
The unique feature of the Banyan tree that allows it to spread over a vast area is the development of prop roots from branches that become supplementary trunks.
Question 12.
In an Indian village context, the space beneath a Banyan tree is primarily used as:
A. A dedicated space for agricultural storage.
B. A temporary shelter during monsoon seasons only.
C. The central hub for gatherings, meetings, and resting.
D. A natural playground for children.
Choose the right answer from the following:
i) A and B are correct.
ii) B and C are correct.
iii) A and D are correct.
iv) C and D are correct.
Answer:
iv) C and D are correct.
Question 13.
What is legendary about the Banyan tree?
Answer:
What is legendary about the Banyan tree is its longevity.
Question 14.
Why was it possible for some Banyan trees to have witnessed generations of human history? (Choose the right one from the following.)
A. They are large plants.
B. They have survived for centuries.
C. The Banyan tree is a symbol of Indian culture.
D. A single Banyan tree can spread over a large area.
Answer:
B. They have survived for centuries.
Questions 15-18: Answer either A or B.
Question 15.
(A) Hauchecome picks up a piece of string, but the innocent action is misunderstood. Have you had a similar experience of being misunderstood by others? Describe your personal experience or that of someone you know. (1 × 7 = 7)
Answer:
(A) school oh the road, I and was examining it when I saw another student, who did not like me, looking at me. I then put it in my pocket, and pretended I was looking for a lost coin. Later I took the ring out and I found it was just a broken, shiny plastic ring. I threw it out and forgot all about it.
When the class began a girl complained to the teacher that she lost her golden ring while coming to school. She was crying. Then the boy who saw me pocketing the plastic ring told the teacher that he saw me picking up a golden ring and putting it into my pocket. The teacher asked me and I told him what I picked was a plastic ring and I threw it away. The teacher took me out of the class and examined my bag, my shoes and also my pockets. I felt very embarrassed. Even now some students who don’t like me think, I have got that golden ring! Whenever that girl sees me she looks at me with anger.
OR
(B) Inspired by the blissful co-existence with nature displayed by the characters in the play “Shakuntalam” you have made a plan for an eco-tourism project. Develop the content of such a project.
Answer:
I want to tell you about my Ecotourism Project! Before embarking upon this project, I thought “tourism” just meant going on a fim vacation. Now I know better! Ecotourism is responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people. It’s about minimizing our impact on the environment, educating the traveller and Learning about the ecosystem and the culture of the people there. My Project is “The Silent Valley Eco-Hut”. For it, I designed an imaginary ecotourism destination near a local forest reserve.
The key features of my proj ect are:
a) Sustainable Accommodation: The huts are built using locally sourced, renewable materials like bamboo and recycled wood. We’d use solar panels for electricity and rainwater harvesting for water.
b) Guided Nature Walks: Instead of letting people wander, local guides would lead small groups. They would tell visitors about the local flora and fauna, like the rare plants, birds or animals found there.
c) No Plastic Zone: Tourists would be encouraged to use reusable bottles and cloth bags. Food would be served on biodegradable plates or banana or teak leaves. Community Kitchen: All meals would use organic, locally grown produce. This directly supports the farmers in the nearby village and gives tourists a taste of authentic local foods. Conservation isn’t somebody else’s job. It is our responsibility.
Question 16.
(A) In “A Phoenix Rises” by Twinkle Khanna we saw how Arunachalam Muruganantham, a school dropout, became a successful entrepreneur. India needs people like him. Write an article for your school magazine on the topic of “Entrepreneurship: The Path to the Nation’s Progress”. Some hints are given below. (1 × 6 = 6)
(Hints: Unemployment problem – Many youths migrate – after education one does not have to beg for jobs – research – advisers – proper location – must be hard working, diligent and preserving – your profit must be based on need not greed.)
Answer:
(A) India needs people like Arunachalam Muruganantham if she is to progress and become one of the developed nations in the world. India has the highest population in the world, but we still remain a poor country. India got independence in 1947. That means more than llA decades have passed since we became free. But even today there are a lot of unemployment problems here. Many of our youths go to the Gulf, America, England, Canada, New Zealand and many other countries looking for jobs and better opportunities. This causes brain drain for India. The best brains go out and serve other countries.
It is high time we stopped this brain drain so that we can utilise our talents for the development of our own country. Entrepreneurship is what we really want. We saw how Arunachalam Muruganantham started the manufacture of sanitary pads and became a big man in India. According to Muruganantham the purpose of education is empowering people. After education, one does not have to beg for jobs. Educated people should try to find solutions to social problems and create jobs for themselves and others. You need education and knowledge to identify the problems. Once you are educated, convert every problem into an opportunity and come out with a solution, an invention.
To become an entrepreneur you have to research you idea methodically and, diligently. Ask these questions and find answers: Is anyone else doing it? What’s the competition like? Do consumers and businesses have viable substitutes if they don’t choose my product? Does my product really solve a big problem? Is the demand going to be great enough in the future, not just for a year or two? Once you’re completely convinced that you can succeed then you start. For a good venture, you must have a proper location. You also have to assemble your team. Above all, you must be hardworking, diligent and persevering. Your profit must be based on need not greed as Mr. Muruganantham has advised.
OR
(B) You visited Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. There you happened to spot the Broad-tailed Grass Warbler, which is a “Vulnerable” species. Describe your thoughts.
Answer:
(B) The morning started like any other at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The air was thick with the calls from different kinds ofbirds. I was focusing on a patch of tall, dense grassland adjacent to a small, marshy depression—the classic, slightly wet, high-altitude habitat that holds the promise of the elusive Broad-tailed grass-warblers.
For a long time, nothing seemed to happen. I was almost getting disappointed and I was planning to move away. But then I heard a distinct, slightly harsh ‘chirrup-chirrup’ call, unlike anything else I’d heard that morning. It was low. I froze, lifting my binoculars to the spot. The bird was absolutely skulking. I waited for five minutes, and then, a small, dark bird came out in a short, clumsy, parachuting display flight. It was so quick, but the marks were unmistakable. It was the Broadtailed Grass Warbler!
The most striking feature was its heavy, fanned, and broad tail dark brown, appearing almost black underneath, giving it a ‘rear-heavy’ appearance as it fluttered briefly against the sky. Soon it dropped back into the cover of the dense grass. I managed to keep my lens fixed on the spot where it landed: It slipped through the grass with an almost unbelievable agility, looking on the ground for insects. I caught a final, excellent look as it perched for a split second on a dead grass stem, revealing the pale, buffy breast and die very small head. This is a ‘Vulnerable’ species. Seeing it is amemory that I will cherish for long. It gave me great satisfaction.
Question 17.
(A) In “Breaking Barriers, I will Fly” Srikanth Bolla showed us how even a bind person like him can rise to prominence. He is the director of Surge Impact Foundation which he founded in 2016. In a meeting at your school, you are asked to make a speech on the International Day of persons with Disabilities.Prepare the speech. (1 × 6 = 6)
Answer:
(A) Good morning, Principal, Teachers, dear friends, ladies and gentlemen! Today, 3rd December, we observe the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day, established by the United Nations, is not just about observing; it’s about reflection and action. It’s a’ day to pause and consider the reality of over a billion people worldwide who live with some form of disability.
The key message of this day is simple but profound: inclusion matters. Persons with disabilities are an integral part of our society. They possess unique , talents, skills, and perspectives that can enrich our world. We must move away from seeing disability . as an inability or a source of pity, and instead recognize it as a part of human diversity.
As students, we have a vital role to play. We can:
- Be sensitive to the needs of any disabled student onstaff member.
- Be allies against any form of discrimination or exclusion.
- Advocate for accessibility, whether it is ramps, clear signs, or digital content that everyone can use.
- Most importantly, we must always treat everyone with dignity and respect, recognizing their individuality and potential.
Let’s all pledge today to build a truly inclusive environment in our classrooms, our school, and our community. An accessible world benefits everyone, not just those with disabilities. Let us celebrate their achievements, support their rights, and work towards a world of “Full Participation and Equality” for all.
Thank you.
(B) Mr. Student was taken aback when he realised that both “Boles” and “the relationship of Boles and Teresa” were imaginary. He talks about this to his friend Mehboob. What does Mr. Student say?
Answer:
Mehboob, I want to tell you something about Teresa, who lives opposite my room. I have been a fool in misjudging and mistreating poor Teresa. I was prejudiced against her because of her appearance and bad reputation. Her height and her muscular body, her bushy dark brown hair, her large coarse face, her dark eyes and her bass voice made me think she was a person to be avoided at all costs. I was so prejudiced against her that I never left my door open when I knew she was in her apartment.
But now my eyes are open. When she asked my help to write a letter to her lover Boles I did that. But then she comes asking me to write a reply from Boles. That really irritated me and I called her a liar. She was sad and went back to her room. I felt sad too that I made her unhappy. So I went to her. Then she explained to me why she wrote to Boles. She was lonely. There was nobody to give her affection and love.
So she invented this imaginary lover. When someone read the letters she wrote to Boles and the letters he wrote to her, she felt Boles was real. Someone was there to love her! This feeling gave her happiness and contentment. I did not know that there are such people like her in this world who long for love and affection. Anyway, I thank God have I have realised the truth. I will be more sensible in future. I will not be prejudiced and judgmental without knowing the actual facts about people.
Question 18.
(A) The 2018 floods were among the most severe in the history of Kerala in a century. Around 500 people died, 15 were missing and 140 were hospitalized. Some 33,000 people were rescued. Using the hints given, write a likely news report on the flood. (1 × 4 = 4)
(Hints: unceasing rain in June, July and August – rivers flooded – mismanagement of dams – landslides in Idukki and Wayanad – casualties -1.4 million people displaced – infrastructure destroyed – relief operations – the fishermen community)
Answer:
(A) In 2018 Kerala faced its most devastating flood in nearly a century. Unusually intense and continuous rainfall during the monsoon season transformed the state’s beautiful rivers into raging torrents, bringing life to a terrifying halt and demonstrating nature’s immense, unforgiving power. The disaster was intensified by improper dam management.
Due to the continuous heavy rain since June, many major dams were already nearly full. When the final severe spell hit in August, authorities were forced to open the gates of 35 out of 54 major dams simultaneously. The water release from dams like Idukki and Cheruthoni compounded the flooding in the low-lying areas, turning riverbanks into disaster zones. The incessant rain triggered over 4,000 devastating landslides in the hilly districts of Idukki and Wayanad, which cut off access and caused numerous casualties.
Apart from the deaths, over 1.4 million people were displaced from their homes, seeking shelter in thousands of relief camps set up across the state Thousands of homes were destroyed or severely damaged. Essential infrastructure like roads, bridges, and the Cochin International Airport were submerged and shut down, severely disrupting transportation and rescue efforts. The estimated total economic loss was colossal, running into tens of thousands of crores of rupees, crippling sectors like agriculture and tourism.
In the face, of this calamity, the true strength of Kerala’s community was shown. The Fishermen community emerged as heroes, using their boats and knowledge of the waters to conduct high-risk rescue missions, saving thousands of lives in flooded areas like Chengannur and Aluva. The IndianArmy, Navy, Air Force, and NDRF worked tirelessly alongside local police and civil defence. Thousands of ordinary citizens, young people, and volunteers helped run over 3,200 relief camps, ensuring the displaced had access to food, water, and medical aid. This disaster proved that while nature can be devastating, the unity and resilience of the human spirit are equally powerful.
(B) The Creative Writing Club of your school is planning to conduct an interschool Creative Writing Competition. As the Secretary of the Club, prepare a notice detailing the time, date, venue, eligibility and other rules for the Competition.
Answer:
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S.N. HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL,
IRINJALAKUDA
CREATIVE WRITING CLUB
20 February 2026
NOTICE
Subject; Interschool Creative Writing Competition
The Creative Writing Club of this School is thrilled to announce an Interschool Creative Writing Competition to celebrate the International Writers’ Day on 3rd March 2026. We invite talented young writers from all neighbouring schools to participate and showcase their literary flair.
Competition Details |
| Date |
3 March 2026 |
| Time |
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Venue |
School Auditorium |
| Topic |
The Unspoken Promise (The topic will be elaborated upon a few minutes before the start of the competition to ensure fairness.) |
| Word Limit |
400 words |
| Eligibility Students from Classes IX to XII are eligible to participate.
Registration: Interested students must register through their school’s English Department and send the list to our school by 28 February 2026. Participants must bring their own pens and stationery. Writing sheets will be provided at the venue. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity, language proficiency, and adherence to the theme.
Attractive prizes and certificates will be awarded to the top three winners. All participants will receive a certificate of participation.For any queries, please contact the undersigned.
Saifu Kokkat
Secretary, Creative Writing Club
Mobile No. 8547099999 |
Questions 19-21: Answer all the questions.
Question 19.
You studied the speech titled “Friends, Romans, Countrymen” of Mark Antony. It is taken from the play titled “Julius Caesar” by William Shakespeare, who is the greatest dramatist the world has seen. From the hints given below, prepare his biographical sketch.
Answer:
William Shakespeare was born in 1564 at Stratford-upon-Avon, England. His father was John and his mother was Mary Arden. He studied at King’s New School in Stratford. When he was just 18, he married Anne Hathaway who was older to him by 8 years. They had three children. By 1592 he was working in London as an actor and playwright. He was a prolific writer. He wrote 3 8 plays, 154 sonnets, and several longer poems. Two of his most famous comedies are: A Midsummer Night s Dream and Twelfth Night. His notable tragedies are Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, and King Lear. His important historical plays include Henry Vand Richard III.
His most famous Romance is The Tempest. Shakespeare was the world’s greatest literary genius. His plays are continually studied, performed, and adapted worldwide as they explore timeless themes of love, loss, ambition, power, and human nature. He died 1616 at the age of 52.
Question 20.
The Literary Club of your school is organising a motivational talk by the famous poet K. Satchidanandan, who writes both in English and Malayalam. Prepare a notice so that students of your school and also from nearby schools can take part in the event. Include necessary details like the purpose of the event, date, time, and venue.(1 x 4 = 4)
Answer:
| Government Higher Secondary School, Edappally Literary Club
30 November 2025
Motivational Talk by K. Satchidanandan
The Literary Club of our School is pleased to host a motivational talk by the internationally acclaimed poet, critic, and translator, Shri K Satchidanandan. This special event is an invaluable opportunity for students to engage with a literary giant who has enrichedbothEnglishandMalayalamliterature. The talk aims to ignite creativity, foster a deeper appreciation for language, and inspire young minds to pursue their passions in writing and life. The Purpose of the event is to have an Interaction with K. Satchidanandan.
Date: 14 December 2025
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Venue: School Auditorium
Students from Classes IX to XII of our School and all nearby schools are cordially invited to attend this enriching session. Please arrive by 2.45 p.m. to ensure smooth seating arrangements.
Don’t miss this chance to listen to a real scholar.
Rahul Binoy – Secretary,
Literary Club
Mob 85470 66666
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Question 21.
Read the passage given below and frame 4 appropriate questions based on it. (1 × 4 = 4)
The woman was twisting and wriggling, at times growling like a wild animal. She felt certain that all those explanations would not have aroused even a shadow of sympathy from those people. Most likely they too were in the same plight as herself. One of them, who had been listening with particular attention, said: “You should thank God that your son is only leaving now for the front. Mine has been sent there the first day of the war. He has already come back twice wounded and been sent back again to the front.
Answer:
a) Why was the woman twisting and wriggling and growling like a wild animal?
b) What did she feel certain about?
c) Why did one of the listeners say that the woman should thank God?
d) What has happened to the son of that man?
Questions 22-26. Study the advertisement below and answer the questions that follow. (5 × 1 = 5)
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Advertisement
Vacancy Announcement
Apex Solutions Group (ASG), a leading multinational firm in IT consulting, invites applications from dynamic and motivated candidates for the immediate appointment of Office Clerks at its regional headquarters.
Position Details: |
| • Job Title |
• Office Clerk |
| • Place of Job |
• Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| • Age Limit |
• Maximum 25 years as of the application deadline. |
| • Salary |
• Competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience. |
| Qualifications: |
| A Degree (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., or equivalent) from a recognized university. |
| Minimum one year clerical experience in a corporate or organized office environment is highly desirable. Fresh graduates with exceptional computer skills may also be considered. |
| Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), excellent typing speed, strong organizational abilities, and professional communication (English and Hindi/Regional language). |
Career Growth & Benefits:
Apex Solutions Group is committed to employee development. Successful candidates can expect promotion to Senior Clerk and eventually Administrative Assistanti Executive.How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates must submit their application (detailed CV and cover letter) via email to carccrs(aapexso1utions.in.) |
| Subject Line |
APPLICATION FOR OFFICE CLERK |
| Postal Address |
The Human Resources Manager, Apex Solutions Group, ASG Towers, HAL Road, Bengaluru – 560008. |
| Deadline |
Applications must be received by 15 November 2025. |
| Contact for Assessment:
♦ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written assessment and/or interview.
Contact Person for Further Assessment:
Ms Cicily Antony, HR Recruitment Specialist. |
Question 22.
What is the position offered by Apex Solutions Group?
Answer:
The position offered by Apex Solutions Group is Office Clerk
Question 23.
Which of the following is not a requirement for the job?
A. A Bachelor’s Degree?
B. Driving Skills
C. Ability in communication
D. Computer skills
Answer:
B. Driving Skills
Question 24.
Are there promotion chances in the company?
Answer:
Yes, there are. There are chances to be a Senior Clerks and eventually Administrative Assistants/ Executives.
Question 25.
Where should the application be sent to?
A. The Human Resources Manager, at Bengaluru
B. careers@apexsolutions.in
C. Ms Cicily Antony, HR Recruitment Specialist
D. The General Manager
Answer:
The application should be sent to careers@apexsolutions.in.
Question 26.
Who will be contacted by the company for further assessment?
A. All the applicants.
B. Candidates who are relatives of the Board Members
C. Only shortlisted candidates
D. Only candidates from Bengaluru
Answer:
C. Only shortlisted candidates.
Question 27.
Edit the passage. Errors are given in bold. (6 × 1/2 = 3)
From his eyes I knew he would not given me the job. To justify his refusal and humiliate me he asked me why didn’t I went and work in my own country. I said goodbye and left. But I would have like to tell him things like these: “You should have asked me why I want your stinking job. You made the African soil poor by making us grow sugarcane and peanuts by your people. You have plundered our resources to enrich my country. You used my people as cannon fodder in your war. In that war you made them to kill your enemies in the name of freedom. But you refused them freedom in their own African soil.”
Answer:
give, go, liked, for, your,…. (to is to be removed).
Question 28.
Complete the paragraph using the correct forms or the phrasal verbs given in brackets. (5 × 1 = 5)
We were planning to (i) ______ the old mystery about the missing treasure, but we decided to (ii) ______ the thole invesngation imtil after theholiday. Ven we finally started, we had to (iii) ______ a lot of dusty documents. It took ages to (iv) ______ the coded map, and then we realized someone had already (v)______ the treasure years ago.
Answer:
i) figure out
ii) put off
iii) look into
iv) go over
v) taken away
Question 29.
Complete the following passage choosing the right words from the brackets. (6 × 1/2 = 3)
______ (i) a clear evening, I went______ (ii) a long walk in the park. I walked ______(iii) the pond, noticing how calm the water was. I realized that a good, reflective moment like this is almost impossible to have______ (iv) disconnecting from my phone. I decided to focus sounds of nature and Dictate enjoy the peace for a little longer, knowing that ______(v) quiet ______(vi) the park wouldn’t last forever. (without, by, in, on, the, for)
Answer:
i) On
ii) for
iii) by
iv) without
v) the
vi) in
Question 30.
Complete the following conversation between Mr. Student and Teresa. (5 × 1 = 5)
Teresa: Good health to you, Mr. Student!
Mr. Student: To you also! What do you want?
Teresa: I want (i) ______ from you.
Mr. Student: A favour from me? (ii)______?
Teresa: I want you (iii) ______ for me.
Mr. Student: Can’t you write it yourself?
Teresa: (iv) ______
Mr. Student: Okay, sit down on that chair and (v) ______ the letter to me and I will write it down.
Answer:
i) a favour
ii) What kind of favour?
iii) to write a letter
iv) No, I can’t. I am illiterate.
v) dictate
Question 31.
Report the following dialogue: (2 × 1 = 2)
Pelayo: Elisenda, come with me to the courtyard. Elisenda: Can’t you see I am busy? I am putting pads on our sick child.
Answer:
Pelayo asked Elisenda to go with him to the courtyard. Elisenda asked him if he could not see that she was busy. She was putting pads on their sick child.
Question 32.
Using only two words from those in brackets, for each picture, write captions.
(Taking, Winners, Board, Selfie, Play, Match)
Answer:
a) Taking selfie
b) Match winners
