SECTION-A ( Marks 15)

1. Encircle the correct options:

 He encountered every challenge with grace. Which one is the synonym of the underlined word?
a. confronted b. feared c. fought
 Arabia is the land of unparalleled charm. Which part of speech is the underlined word?
a. Verb b. Adverb c. Adjective
 He had the pressing urge to eradicate wrong beliefs. What is the meaning of the underlined word?
a. destroy b. explain c. hate
 Their eloquence and memory found expression in their poetry. Which one is the antonym of the
underlined word?
a. fluency b. ability c. inarticulacy
 Media plays a very constructive role __ the society. Which is the correct preposition to fill in the
blank?
a. to b. for c. by
 Sam is leaving __ Friday at noon. Which is the correct preposition to fill in the blank?
a. on b. at c.by
 A heavy iron chain is hung at the upper part of the court entrance. Which type of adverb is the
underlined phrase?
a. Adverb of manner b. Adverb of time c. Adverb of place
 The Blue Masjid has six minarets. Which part of speech is the underlined word?
a. Common Noun b. Proper Noun c. Abstract Noun
 I have obtained ____ marks than you. Which is the correct degree of adjective to fill in the bank?
a. little b. less c. least
 Had it been raining? Which tense is this?
a. Past Continuous b. Past Perfect Continuous c. Past Perfect
 The police dispersed the crowd. Which type of noun is the underlined word?
a. Countable Noun b. Material noun c. Collective Noun
 ‘My little horse must think it queer’. Which poetic device has been used in the line?
a. Metaphor b. Simile c. Personification
 I might come. What is the function of the modal verb used in the sentence?
a. Probability b. Obligation c. Ability
 She continued to work on Hira. Which type of pronoun is the underlined word?
a. Objective b. Subjective c. Possessive
 Hira lay on the bed in a miserable state. Which is the synonym of the underlined word?
a. Sad b. contented c. calm

SECTION- B (Marks 40)

2. Read the following passage carefully and answer any FIVE questions. The question about
summary writing is compulsory carrying 06 marks while rest of the questions carry 03
each.
(6+4×3=18)
The Rasoolullah (SAW) and his close companion, Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA) migrated from Makkah
Mukarramah to Madina Munawwarah in the year 622 A.D. When the chiefs of various tribes of Makkah
came to know about the migration of the Rasoolullah (SAW) and his close companion, Hazrat Abu Bakr
Siddique(RA), they got furious. The chiefs were determined more than ever to find them out. They offered
huge rewards and bounties for their capture, dead or alive.
The preparation for this journey was made at the house of Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA), Hazrat Asma
(RA) rendered useful services in this regard. She prepared food for this journey, she tied the food on the
camel back with her own belt as nothing else could be found. For this service she was given the title of
Zaat-un-Nitaqain by the Rasoolullah (SAW).
 During the perilous journey, it was very difficult for anyone to supply food to Hazrat Muhammad (SAW).
The situation was so delicate that the slightest mistake could have endangered the life of Rasooluulah
(SAW). This grand task was nicely undertaken by Hazrat Asma (RA), the daughter of Hazrat Abu Bakr
Siddique (RA). Every night, with the pack of food, she would quietly venture towards the rugged
mountains in which lay the cave of Thawr. She took care of the minute details in accomplishing the task.
How difficult it must have been for her to traverse the rocky path night, with the constant fear of being
detected!
Hazrat Asma (RA) will always be remembered for her courage, generosity and wisdom. She had resolute
faith in Allah Almighty. Her life would always be a beacon of light for all of us
Questions:
i. Write down the summary of the passage. Also suggest a suitable title. (5+1=6)
ii. Who were emigrants and where did they migrate to?
iii. What did the chiefs plan to capture the Holy Prophet (SAW)?
iv. What kind of a person was Hazrat Asma (RA)?
v. How did Hazrat Asma (RA) render useful services for the preparation of the journey?
vi. Why was it difficult for Hazrat Asma (RA) to reach the cave of Thawr every night?
vii. Write down the meanings of the underlined words from the context.
3. Paraphrase the following stanza: (03)
For oft, when on my couch I lie
In vacant or in pensive mood,
They flash upon that inward eye
Which is the bliss of solitude;
And then my heart with pleasure fills,
And dances with the daffodils.
4. Read the following stanza carefully and answer the questions given at the end: (06)
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.
Questions:
i. Write down the rhyme scheme of the stanza. (1)
ii. What does the poet mean by ‘miles to go before I sleep’? (1)
iii. Why are the woods lovely and dark? (2)
iv. Write down the alliteration from the stanza. (1)
v. Why has the poet used repetition in the stanza? (1)

5. Fill in the blanks to complete the scenario of the damaging earthquake in Turkey. Use the passive
voice form of verb given in the brackets. (05)
Thousands of houses_____(build) for the homeless last year. The youth _____(grant) loans for starting
business. Now, new job opportunities____(give) also. Moreover, 600 scholarships _____(announce) for
the higher studies for the brilliant students who cannot afford. It ____(hope) that very soon we will have a
bright future in Pakistan.
6. Change the underlined verbs of the following sentences as directed in the brackets. (any five)
(05)
i. The horse run fast. (Present Continuous Tense)
ii. It rain. (Past Continuous Tense)
iii. She study since evening. (Past Perfect Continuous)
iv. I play cricket at noon. (Future Indefinite Tense)
v. She wash her clothes herself. (Past Perfect Tense)
vi. He buy vegetables from this market. (Present Indefinite Tense)
7. Punctuate the following para/ line(s): (03)

Shall we start she asks politely

SECTION-C ( Marks 20)

8. Write an application to the principal to arrange for sports week at your school. (08)
 OR
Write an application to the principal for the full-fee concession.

9. Write a paragraph of about 80 to 100 words on any ONE of the following: (06)

My Favourite Personality

OR

Health is Wealth

10. Translate the following passage into Urdu: (06)

It would not be wrong to say that media is the most vigilant institution that keeps an eye on every segment of the
society. Through debates, reports and talk shows, it makes everyone answerable and accountable. That is why
media has become an integral part of our lives.