The Tiger King by Kalki- Class Test ( Vistas ) Strictly Based on CBSE pattern

Class 12

Ch-2 The Tiger King by Kalki Krishnamurthy

Sub- English

MM- 25 Time Zero Period

Class Test

Q1:Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow:

A.The Maharaja and the dewan held deliberations over this issue. As a result, a telegram was despatched forthwith to a famous British company of jewellers in Calcutta. 'Sent samples of expensive diamond rings of different designs. 1x4=4

(a) 'This issue' in the above extract refers to:

(i) the Maharaja was angry with a British officer

(ii) the Maharaja prevented a British officer from killing the tigers

(iii) the British officer did not allow the Maharaja to kill tigers

(iv) None of the above

(b) Why did the Maharaja and the Dewan held deliberations over this issue?

(d) How many rings were sent?

B.It was first ascertained that this was not the work of Khader Mian Saheb or Virasami Naicker, both famed for their ability to swallow sheep whole. Surely, a tiger was at work. The villagers ran to inform of Maharaja. The Maharaja announced a three-year exemption from all taxes for that village and set out on the hunt at once.1x4=4

(a) Khader Mian Saheb or Virasami Naicker were known for:

(i) creating problems for the congress

(ii) facing the British rule violently

(iii) be friending the Maharaja

(iv) swallowing sheep whole

(b) 'A tiger was at work' means…….

(d) What does 'ascertain' mean?

Q2- Answer any five questions out of six 2x5=10

A.Who is the Tiger King? Why does he get that name?

B.How will the Maharaja prepare himself for the hundredth tiger which was supposed to decide his fate?

C.What was chief astrologers prediction about the manner of death of tiger king? Do you think it seems relevant in modern context.

D.How did the Maharaja stand in danger of losing his kingdom itself? How was he able to avert the danger?

E.What will the Maharaja do to find the required number of tigers to kill?

F.What is the author's indirect comment on subjecting innocent animals to the wilfulness of human beings?

Q3. Answer any One Of the following questions given below A or B 1x5=5

A.. Can you relate the instances of game-hunting among the rich and the powerful in the present times that illustrate the callousness of human beings towards wildlife?

B.The story is a satire on the conceit of those in power. How does the author employ the literary device of dramatic irony in the story?

Q4.Attempt any one of the two.A or B

A. Your school is organising a cultural evening to collect funds for the slum children. Draft a notice about it to be displayed on your school notice board.

B. An International Book Fair is being held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 7 to 14 February 20XX. As Librarian, Goodwill Public School, Maurice Nagar, Delhi, write a notice informing the students about the fair. Give all other necessary details.

Q5.. Answer any One of the following questions 1x4=4

You are Dr Stanzin, a certified Art therapist from Leh. You have been invited by G.D. Public School, Jammu, to conduct a seminar for students on 'Art Therapy the Way Forward'. This seminar is to introduce students to the usefulness of art in dealing with personal and social problems. Write your reply accepting the invitation.

B. Your school is planning to organise a talk on 'The Importance of Promoting Art Education' at all levels. You plan to invite the Director, Delhi School of Art, as the keynote speaker. As CCA Coordinator of Vidya Mandir Vidyalaya, draft a formal invitation for the same, giving all the necessary details.

Q6. Attempt any one of the two.Aor B

A. Rising prices of essential commodities make life difficult for the common man. You are Nalini/ Ranbir. Write an article describing the causes, possible solutions and how students can help their parents to cope with the problem.

B. You visited an old age home and were very disturbed by the scene there. Write a report on your visit. Use the following hints. You are Keshav/Kanika.

*cramped accommodation

*unhygienic conditions

*food, not good enough

*poor medical facilities

*uncivil behaviour of staff.

Important links of class Test give below

Poem -1 My Mother At Sixty six

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https://englishscholarhubclgautam.blogspot.com/2024/04/12th-engpoem-1-my-mother-at-sixty-six.html

Poem-2 Keeping Quiet- Class Test

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https://englishscholarhubclgautam.blogspot.com/2024/08/12th-eng-class-test-p-2-keeping-quiet.html