SYLLABUS Q. 1-2. This section will have two/three reading passages. The arrangement within the reading section is as

follows :

Q. 1. A Factual passage 300-350 words with eight very short answer type questions. 8 marks

Q. 2. A Discursive passage of 350-400 words with four short answer type questions to test inference, evaluation and analysis with four very short answer questions to test vocabulary. 12 marks

Tips To Know : Tips for solving comprehension passages : 1. Read the passage thoroughly. The reading should be quick. 2. Focus on the relevant details and underline them with a pen or pencil. 3. Read the questions carefully and go back to the passage to find the answers. 4. The answers are generally in a logical sequence. 5. Try to write the answer in your own words. 6. To find answer to the vocabulary based questions like synonyms etc., replace the word with the meaning. If

you find that it is the same in meaning, the answer is correct. 7. To find the correct option in Multiple Choice Questions, go through all the options. Re-read the passage and

then tick the correct option.

Objective : Local global comprehension of a text. To identify the main points of the text. Marking Scheme : 20 marks – 1 mark for each correct answer.

No penalty for spelling, punctuation or grammatical mistakes.

TYPE I : FACTUAL PASSAGE (300-350 words & 8 marks)

1. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow : Producing silk is a lengthy process and demands close attention. First, quality feed for silkworms needs to be

cultivated. Then the worms need to be carefully hand-reared in controlled environmental conditions till the pupae spin the silk cocoons. The silk is extracted by human hand and then woven into fabric.

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South India is the leading silk-producing area of the country, also known for its famous silk-weaving enclaves like Kanchipuram, Dharmavaram and Arni. The traditional handloom silks always score over the powerlooms ones in the richness of their textures and design, in their individuality, character and classic beauty. Handloom weaving remains a symbol of the versatility and creativity of living craft. Today, Indian silks, especially the handloom products remain the most beautiful and cherished world over.

It is estimated that almost 85 percent of the price of silk in the market goes back to communities that are engaged in sericulture and silk industry as the entire families are involved in production rather than one bread winner.

It plays a huge role in the upliftment of communities from poverty to prosperity. If the consumption of silk increases, the entire village tends to prosper. The final part of silk production is the weaving of the fabric which is considered more of an art than an act. These communities depend solely on weaving silk for their livelihood and the distinct regions have developed their own character of weaving silk to establish indelible identities for themselves.

Silk has been intermingled with the life and culture of the Indians. Though India is producing all the varieties of silk, i.e., dress materials, scarves/stoles, readymade garments, etc., the silk sarees are unique. The saree is almost synonymous with the word silk. It has been the traditional costume of Indian woman since times immemorial. There are innumerable references in Indian literature about this draped garment and the style of wearing differs from time to time, region to region and people to people. The silk sarees of India are among the excellent living examples of the craftsmanship of the weavers of the country. (8 Marks) (Board Term-I, 2014 MZPD310)

(a) What is the first step in silk production ? Ans. The first step in silk production is the cultivation of quality feed for the silkworms.

(b) How are the worms taken care of ? Ans. The worms are reared in controlled environmental conditions.

(c) Which is the most famous silk ? Ans. The traditional handloom silk is the most famous silk.

(d) Name a few famous South Indian silk producing centres ? Ans. A few famous South Indian silk producing centres are Kanchipuram Dharmavaram and Arni.

(e) How does the silk production help in the upliftment of communities ? Ans. Almost 85% of the price of silk in the maket goes back to communities that are engaged in sericulture and silk

industry.

(f) What is the traditional costume of Indian woman ? Ans. The saree is the traditional costume of Indian woman.

(g) Which is the final part of silk-weaving ? Ans. The final part of silk production is the weaving of the fabric which is considered more of an art than an act.

(h) Find the word from the passage which means the same as ‘use up’. Ans. Consumption.

2. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow : Papaya is the healthiest fruit with a list of properties that is long and exhaustive. Papaya favours digestion as well

as cures skin irritation and sunburns. You can munch on it as a salad, have it cooked or boiled or just drink it up as milkshake or juice. The most important of these virtues is the protein - digesting enzyme in the milky juice or latex. The enzyme is similar to pepsin in its digestive action and is said to be so powerful that it can digest 200 times its own weight in protein. It assists the body in assimilating the maximum nutritional value from food to provide energy and body-building materials.

Papain in raw papaya makes up for the deficiency of gastric juice and fights excess of unhealthy mucus in the stomach, dyspepsia and intestinal irritation. The ripe fruit, if eaten regularly, corrects habitant constipation, bleeding piles and chronic diarrhea.

The juice, used as a cosmetic, removes freckles or brown spots due to exposure to sunlight and makes the skin smooth and delicate. A paste of papaya seeds is applied in skin diseases like those caused by ringworm. The black seeds of the papaya are highly beneficial in the treatment of cirrhosis of the liver caused by malnutrition, alcoholism etc.

A table spoon of its juice, combined with a hint of fresh lime juice, should be taken once or twice daily for a month. The fresh juice of raw papaya mixed with honey can be applied over inflamed tonsils, for diphtheria and other throat disorders. It dissolves the membrane and prevents infection from spreading. The nutrients in papaya

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