English Previous Year Paper 2020

Question 1. Who developed the Bilingual Method?

(a) O. Jespersen

(b) H.E. Palmer

(c) Prof. C.J. Dodson

(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Prof. C.J. Dodson

The Bilingual Method of foreign-language teaching was developed by Prof. C.J. Dodson. It makes systematic use of the learners' mother tongue along with the target language.

Question 2. Choose the correct article- _____ book you want is out of print.

(a) The

(b) A

(c) An

(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) The

The correct sentence is: The book you want is out of print. The definite article 'the' is used because a particular book is being referred to.

Question 3. The superlative degree of 'beautiful' is-

(a) most beautiful

(b) more beautiful

(c) beautifullest

(d) none of the above

Answer: (a) most beautiful

The three degrees are- beautiful, more beautiful and most beautiful. Therefore, 'most beautiful' is the superlative degree.

Question 4. In which method is the mother tongue used during the early stages to explain the meanings of new words, phrases, idioms, sentences, etc.?

(a) Dr. West's New Method

(b) Audio-Visual Method

(c) Bilingual Method/Approach

(d) Language games

Answer: (c) Bilingual Method/Approach

In the Bilingual Method, the mother tongue is used judiciously to explain meanings and facilitate understanding, while the target language remains central to classroom practice.

Question 5. Choose the correct preposition- He died _____ cholera.

(a) from

(b) of

(c) by

(d) with

Answer: (b) of

The correct sentence is: He died of cholera. The expression 'die of' is commonly used when the cause of death is a disease or illness.

Question 6. Change the following into Passive Voice- Pawan killed a snake.

Answer: A snake was killed by Pawan.

Question 7. Correct the following sentence- Cattles were grazing in the field.

Answer: Cattle were grazing in the field. 'Cattle' is already a plural noun and does not normally take the form 'cattles'.

Question 8. Identify the noun/nouns in the following sentence- Suresh lives in Prayagraj.

Answer: Suresh and Prayagraj are nouns. Both are proper nouns.

Question 9. Change the following sentence into Indirect Speech- He said to me, "What is your name?"

Answer: He asked me what my name was.

Question 10. Fill in the blank by selecting the appropriate verb from the bracket- Kamala has _____ a letter. (wrote, written)

Answer: Kamala has written a letter.

Question 11. Transform the following sentence into Negative without changing its meaning- Mukesh is wiser than Shyam.

Answer: Shyam is not as wise as Mukesh.

Question 12. Explain an Abstract Noun with example.

Answer: An abstract noun is the name of a quality, feeling, idea, state or condition that cannot normally be perceived directly through the five senses.

Examples: kindness, wisdom, beauty, freedom, honesty, childhood and happiness.

Question 13. Write the main characteristics of Dr. West's New Method.

Answer: Dr. Michael West's New Method gives special importance to the development of reading ability. Its main characteristics are-

1. Priority to reading- Reading is given greater importance, especially in the early stages of learning English.
2. Graded readers- Carefully prepared and graded reading materials are used according to the learners' level.
3. Controlled vocabulary- Vocabulary is selected and introduced gradually so that learners can read with greater ease.
4. Silent reading- Silent reading is encouraged to develop speed, comprehension and the habit of independent reading.
5. Reading comprehension- Learners are trained to understand the meaning of what they read rather than merely pronounce words.
6. Judicious use of the mother tongue- The mother tongue may be used when necessary to make meanings clear and save time.

Question 14. What is the use of Audio-Visual Aids in the teaching-learning process?

Answer: Audio-visual aids make teaching more clear, concrete, interesting and effective by involving more than one sense. Their main uses are-

• They attract and maintain learners' attention.
• They make difficult or abstract concepts easier to understand.
• They provide realistic and meaningful learning experiences.
• They improve comprehension and long-term retention.
• They increase learners' interest, motivation and classroom participation.

Question 15. Complete the spelling of the following words:

(a) I_STR_CT_N

(b) S_NT_NCE

Answer:

1. INSTRUCTION
2. SENTENCE

Question 16. Fill in the blanks by selecting appropriate articles from the bracket:

(a) I saw _____ cat yesterday. (a/an)

(b) I have _____ orange. (a/an)

Answer:

1. I saw a cat yesterday.
2. I have an orange.

'A' is used before a consonant sound, while 'an' is used before a vowel sound.

Question 17. Write the aims of poetry writing.

Answer: Poetry writing is a creative activity through which learners express their ideas, feelings and imagination in an artistic form. Its main aims are-

1. To develop imagination and creativity in learners.
2. To enable learners to express their thoughts, feelings and experiences effectively.
3. To enrich vocabulary and develop sensitivity towards appropriate word choice.
4. To develop a sense of rhythm, sound and beauty in language.
5. To improve creative writing and language-expression skills.
6. To develop interest in and appreciation of poetry and literature.

Question 18. Write a letter to your friend inviting him to attend your brother's marriage.

Answer:

24, Shastri Nagar
Lucknow
10 February 2020

Dear Rohit,

I hope you are fine. I am very happy to inform you that my elder brother's marriage will take place on 15 February. I cordially invite you to attend the marriage ceremony with your family.

Please come a day or two earlier so that we can spend some time together and you can also join us in the preparations. Your presence will make the occasion more joyful and memorable.

I hope you will certainly come.

With best wishes,

Your loving friend,
XYZ