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ASSIGNMENT (TMA) - 2023-24
ENGLISH
(302)
Tutor Marked Assignment
Max. Marks: 20
Note:
(i) All questions
are compulsory. The marks allotted for each question are given beside the
question.
(ii) Write your
name, enrollment number, AI name and subject on the first page of the answer
sheet.
1. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words. 2
(a) Every child
dreams to follow in the footsteps of his / her role model. Who was young
Gawaskar’s mentor and guide during childhood. What lessons of life did he learn
from him? (See Lesson-1)
(b) How has the
western world benefited from the use of wind energy? How can India optimally
tap this powerful natural resource? (See Lesson-5)
2. Answer any one of the following questions in about
40-60 words. 2
(a) ‘The Banyan
Tree is enormous and impressive in sight and benefit’. Justify this statement
in the context of the chapter. (See Lesson-22)
(b) Gawaskar’s
uncle and Bholi’s teacher are shining examples of how a child can be groomed to
overcome challenges and lead a rewarding life. Describe the role played by
Bholi’s teacher that helped her overcome the challenges she faced from her
family and the society. (See Lesson-25)
3. Answer any one of the following questions in about
40-60 words. 2
(a) On January
16, 2003, Riyaz’s life changed dramatically forever. Describe in your own words
the incident that occurred that day. What qualities of his character are highlighted
and how can the young boy be emulated as a role model. (See Lesson-20)
(b) Thimmakka’s
story is an inspirational saga of sacrifice and humanity. She did not let
societal misconceptions and taunts overwhelm her spirit and purpose in life. Describe
her life’s trials and tribulations and how she embraced ‘motherhood’ to so many
children? (See Lesson-3)
4. Answer any one of the following questions in about
100–150 words. 4
(a) In today’s
fast paced life, moments of peace and respite are few and are apart. Human
being should make a conscious effort to indulge in relaxation and leisurely pursuits.
According to the poet, William Henry Davies, how can we intersperse our life
with such moments and how would it prove beneficial to us? (See Lesson-2)
(b) According to
the writer, the purpose of education is to prepare one for a better life and
purposeful living. The writer stands on the crossroads of his student life
faced with the question - whether knowledge or wisdom, which one of the two is
more important. In the context of the chapter, write a brief note on the
challenges that the education system faces and what is the need of the present-day
generation. (See Lesson-5)
5. Answer any one of the following questions in about
100-150 words. 4
(a) (i)
What items should always be handy and available to a receptionist and why?
(ii) Mention and
discuss two personality traits of a receptionist and how can they assist
him/her in professional conduct. (See Lesson-30A)
(b) You are
Rahul/Rohini residing in Dehradun. You have recently online purchased a household
item from an e-commerce company. However, the item reached you after a
considerable delay. The packaging was also damaged. Draft a letter of complaint
to the company with relevant details. (See Lesson-27B)
6. Prepare any one project out of the following in about
500 words. 6
(a) Every child
deserves the right to nutritious food and good education. After the two years
of pandemic, it is estimated that 405 million children worldwide may have dropped
out of the schooling system due to poverty, displacement and lack of resources.
Write a project report on the steps that can be taken at the micro and macro
levels to bring back these children to school and empower them to take the first
step towards their dreams.
(b) Prepare a
bio-sketch on the 72 year old environmentalist, Padma Shree Tulsi Gowda.
Collect relevant information about her life and contribution. The project must
be written in 5-6 paragraphs covering all the points and information mentioned
below.
(i) her tribal
roots
(ii) her humble life and background
(iii) her
mission in life and ‘never say’ die attitude
(iv) her
contribution to the environment
(v) her
mission in life
(vi) her
simplicity, modesty and dedication
(vii) the
glorious ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan
(viii) why she is rightfully called the ‘Encyclopedia
of Forests’?
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