Unseen Passage English: Unseen Passage for Class 10 MCQ

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Unseen Passage English : Delving into the World of Cricket” Passage – 1

1. Cricket in South Asia is a Carnivalesque, festive game. It carries not merely the baggage of competition and achievement, but is also a participatory cultural event that evokes images of religious festivals, convivial social gatherings, picnics and theatre. It is now gradually becoming a substitute for war, a means of redeeming self esteem and expressing xenophobia, and a depot of weird conspiracy theories. No country now loses a game because the other side is better, a country loses only because its cricketers and cricket administrators are under patriotic, corrupt, greedy or self-centered.

2. Unfortunately for ultra nationalists and fortunately for the rest, cricket is one game in which the best training, organization and preparation do not yield corresponding results. It is a subversive game that rebels against the productivity principle on which is build the world of globalised capitalism. Luck plays a major role in the final outcome of a match or series. In this respect, cricket is unlike football, tennis or chess. The grandeur of cricket and the cliched reference to its glorious uncertainties come from a cultivated ignorance of this inner contradiction in the game. Cricketers and their fans-to-say nothing of the experts-have to learn to live with the unpredictability without getting overly judgemental or paranoiac. All games have some built-in uncertainties, only cricket has turned the gracious acceptance of this into a measure of character.

3. Let us not forget that in cricket the 22 players involved are never on the field at the same time. Consequently, one team may play in full sunshine, While the other may have to play under an overcast sky when the ball begins to swing. One team may bat on a green top, the other on a wearing pitch. You can never truly equalise the outer conditions for the two teams. So a cricketer not merely plays against the opposition, but also against his own fate. That is one reason why it is typically Indian or if you prefer, South Asian game.

4. This is a cultural region that recognizes the role of destiny in human affairs. All cricketers are superstitious because of the nature of their job. Only south Asians are not embarrassed about it and have unashamedly build ritualised ways of dealing with destiny as a normal part of a cricketer’s life. If you want a game where the investment of money, hard training and ruthless professionalism will pay predictable results, and the results will be a pure reflection of skill and talent, you should choose another game.

Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any eight out of ten questions by choosing the correct option.

The meaning of the first sentence is :
(a) that cricket is seasonal like festivals
(b) that during cricket matches carnivals are organized
(c) that a cricket match is a cultural event like a festival or a carnival
(d) that cricket is not a game but a carnival festival

How is cricket becoming a substitute for war?
(a) Countries stake their image and self-esteem on the outcome of the game
(b) Political interests have invaded the game
(c) Cricket teams receive international funding.
(d) The spectators are filled with patriotic sentiments.

It (cricket) rebels against the productivity principle means that :
(a) Cricket does not produce results
(b) Cricket is played by rebels
(c) The principles of crickets are rebellious and unproductive
(d) Training and preparation do not necessarily bring success

Cricketers are superstitious. This can be understood because they :
(a) Believe in the role of destiny
(b) Learn to live with unpredictability
(c) Know that luck plays a major role in their success
(d) All of the above

‘Baggage’ in paragraph 1 means :
(a) Elements
(b) Cricket bats and balls etc.
(c) Luggage
(d) Hand bags

‘Corresponding’ in paragraph 2 means :
(a) Writing
(b) Matching
(c) Relating to correspondence
(d) Expected

According to the passage can we equalise the outer conditions for the two teams?
(a) Yes, absolutely
(b) Sometimes
(c) Never
(d) Can’t say

Which of the following game has turned the gracious acceptance of this into a measure of character?
(a) Cricket
(b) Baseball
(c) Football
(d) Hockey

Cricket is one game which has the :
(a) best training
(b) organization
(c) preparation
(d) all of the above

Find the antonym of the word ‘assisted’ used in paragraph 4.
(a) Recognise
(b) Destiny
(c) Investment
(d) Embarrassed

ANSWERS:-

1.(c) that a cricket match is a cultural event like a festival or a carnival

2. (a) Countries stake their image and self-esteem on the outcome of the game

3. (d) Training and preparation do not necessarily bring success

4. (a) Believe in the role of destiny

5. (c) Luggage

6. (b) Matching

7. (c) Never

8. (a) Cricket

9. (d) all of the above

10. (d) Embarrassed

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Comprehension Passage Reading : The ‘Mana Peddapuram’ Initiative” PASSAGE – 2

1. A group of youths from Peddapuram town in Andhra Pradesh’s East Godavari district launched a social media group called ‘Mana Peddapuram’ (Our Peddapuram), a few years ago. The idea was to discuss Issues affecting the town and act upon them. A few months ago, Naresh Pedireddi, who has been behind the group came up with the concept of ‘rice-for-plastic’. The idea behind the exchange was to encourage people to part with their non-biodegradable waste in large numbers. “The slogan we promoted was ‘Avoid Plastic-Avoid Hunger’. We wanted to get rid of plastic and also feed the hungry,” says Pedireddi, a Peddapuram-based entrepreneur.

2. The programme was launched on Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary on 2 October. Within days, the group was able to collect around 400 kgs of plastic and an equal amount of rice and other materials were distributed during the drive. Now they plan to do it every Sunday.

3. The plastic that was collected was deposited at the local municipality office. They promised that it will be recycled,” says Pedireddi.

4. For a town of around 70,000 people, the amount of plastic they collected through these drives is just a drop in the ocean. But the group says that they will continue to raise awareness among the residents of the town.

5. “The most satisfying thing about this drive has been that it has inspired people in other towns of the district to launch such initiatives,” says Pedireddi.

6. The Mana Peddapuram, besides raising civic issues like cleanliness, deforestation, and cultural events, has also run campaigns spreading awareness on blood donation and the pledging of organs.

7. The group claims that funds are not a problem as the people in Peddapuram are generous when it comes to donating money for worthy causes.

8. “We have hundreds of young people in this group and we hope to take up many more issues in the coming months and years,” says Pedireddi. We can only hope for many more such enthusiastic youth organizations that work for nation-building.

— V KUMARA SWAMY

Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any eight out of ten questions by choosing the correct option.

The social media group called ‘Mane Peddapuram’ was launched for…………
(a) commercial purposes
(b) keeping In contact with friends and relatives
(c) creating a platform to discuss social issues
(d) gaining popularity

The idea behind the concept of ‘rice-for-plastic’ was ……………..
(a) helping the hungry people
(b) collecting plastic to be sold at higher price
(c) helping the farmers
(d) managing non-biodegradable waste

The plastic collected was deposited with the local municipal committee so that they could……………..
(a) send it for recycling
(b) sell it to the junk dealer
(c) identify people using non-biodegradable material
(d) give award to Naresh Pedireddi

‘a drop in the ocean’ means…………
(a) very large
(b) too little
(c) in liquid state
(d) quite important

In the slogan ‘Avoid Plastic, Avoid Hunger’, how could the hunger be avoided?
(a) by keeping busy in social services
(b) by selling the non-biodegradable waste
(c) by distribution of rice
(d) all the above

………..rice and other materials were distributed during the drive. (para 2). Which of the following sentences uses the word ‘drive’ similar in meaning to the one given in the above sentence?
(a) Mr. Gupta’s son dives his car very sensibly.
(b) Too much cruelty to the workers can drive them to go on a strike.
(c) The supermarket is only a five minutes’ drive away.
(d) Our school launched a drive to collect funds for the orphan children.

Which of the following is the best suitable title for this passage?
(a) Rice for Plastic
(b) Mana Peddapuram
(c) Important Civic Issues
(d) Avoid Hunger

Arrange the following events in chronological order :
I. the plastic is deposited at the municipality for recycling.
II. 400 kg of plastic is collected.
III. social media group called ‘Mana Peddapuram’ is launched.
IV. equal amount of rice and other material is distributed.
V. people from other areas also get inspired.
(a) Ill, II, I, V, IV
(b) III, II, 1‘,/, I ,V
(c) IV, 11,1,111, V
(d) V, II, I, IV, Ill

9. Which of the following cannot be called a donation?

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

Which of the following is the opposite of ‘generous’?
(a) cunning
(b) wicked
(c) cruel
(d) selfish

ANSWERS:-

1. (c) creating a platform to discuss social issues

2. (d) managing non-biodegradable waste

3. (a) send it for recycling

4. (b) too little

5. (c) by distribution of rice

6. (d) Our school launched a drive to collect funds for the orphan children.

7. (a) Rice for Plastic

8. (b) III, II, 1‘,/, I ,V

9. (a)

10. (d) selfish

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Unseen Passage English : The Lifesaving Importance of Seat Belts” PASSAGE – 3

1. ‘Click!” That’s the sound of safety. That’s the sound of survival. That’s the sound of a seat belt locking in place. Seat belts save lives and that’s a fact. That’s why I don’t drive anywhere until mine Is on tight. Choosing to wear your seat belt is as simple as choosing between life and death. Which one do you choose?

2. Think about it. When you’re driving in a car, you may be going 60 MPH or faster. That car is zipping down the road. Then somebody ahead of you locks up his or her brakes. Your driver doesn’t have time to stop. The car that you are in crashes. Your car was going 60 miles per hour. Now it has suddenly stopped. Your body, however, is still going 60 MPH. What’s going to stop your body? Will it be the windshield or your seat belt? Every time that you get into a car you make that choice. I choose the seat belt.

3. Some people think that seat belts are uncool. They think that seat belts cramp their style, or that seat belts are uncomfortable. To them I say, what’s more uncomfortable? Wearing a seat belt or flying through a car windshield? What’s more uncool? Being safely anchored to a car, or skidding across the road in your jean shorts? Wearing a seat belt is both cooler and more comfortable than the alternatives.

4. Let’s just take a closer look at your choices. If you are not wearing your seat belt, you can hop around the car and slide in and out of your seat easily. That sounds like a lot of fun. But, you are also more likely to die or suffer serious injuries. If you are wearing a seat belt, you have to stay in your seat. That’s no fun. But, you are much more likely to walk away unharmed from a car accident. Hmmm… A small pleasure for a serious pain. That’s a tough choice. I think that I’ll avoid the serious pain.

5. How about giving money away? Do you like to give your money away? Probably not. And when you don’t wear your seat belt, you are begging to give your money away. That’s because kids are required to wear seat belts in every state in several countries. If you’re riding in a car, and you don’t have a seat belt on, the police can give you or your driver a challan ticket. Then you will have to pay fine for the offence.

6. Wearing a seat belt does not make you invincible. You can still get hurt or killed while wearing your seat belt. But wearing them has proven to be safer than driving without them. You are much less likely to be killed in a car wreck if you are wearing a seat belt. You are much less likely to get seriously injured if you are wearing one. So why not take the safer way? Why not go the way that has been proven to result in fewer deaths? You do want to live, don’t you?

Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any eight out of ten questions by choosing the correct option.

Which title best expresses the main idea of this text?
(a) Car Accidents: Ways That We Can Prevent Them
(b) Slow Down : Save Lives By Driving Slower
(c) Seat Belts : Wear Them to Survive Any Wreck
(d) Why Not? Improve Your Odds with Seat Belts

Which best expresses the author’s main purpose in writing this text?
(a) To inform readers about seat belt laws
(b) To persuade readers to wear seat belts
(c) To entertain readers with stories and jokes about seat belts
(d) To describe what car accidents are like without seat belts

Which best describes the text structure in the fourth paragraph?
(a) Compare and contrast
(b) Chronological order
(c) Sequential order
(d) Problem and solution

Which best defines the word alternatives as it is used in the third paragraph?
(a) Being safe
(b) Being unsafe
(c) Other choices
(d) Driving fast

Which best expresses the main idea of the fifth paragraph?
(a) Seat belts are a waste of money.
(b) People don’t like to give money away.
(c) Not wearing a seat belt may cost you.
(d) Seat belt laws save lives.

Which best defines the word invincible as it is used in the last paragraph?
(a) Uncool
(b) Difficult or impossible to see
(c) Glow-in-the-dark
(d) Unable to be harmed

Which statement would the author most likely agree with?
(a) Being safe is more important than being cool.
(b) Moving freely around a car is worth the risks.
(c) Seat belts will keep you safe in any car accident.
(d) You should be most concerned with your comfort.

Which argument is not made by the author?
(a) Not wearing a seat belt can be expensive.
(b) Penalties for not wearing a seat belt should increase.
(c) Seat belts keep you from flying through the windshield.
(d) Wearing a seat belt is cooler than suffering an injury.

9. Based on this passage, which of the following drivers would you call the ‘coolest’?

The opposite of ‘fewer’ would be……………
(a) lesser
(b) longer
(c) shorter
(d) more

ANSWERS

1. (d) Why Not? Improve Your Odds with Seat Belts

2. (b) To persuade readers to wear seat belts

3. (a) Compare and contrast

4. (c) Other choices

5. (c) Not wearing a seat belt may cost you.

6. (d) Unable to be harmed

7. (a) Being safe is more important than being cool.

8. (b) Penalties for not wearing a seat belt should increase.

9. (d)

10. (d) more

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Comprehension Passage Reading : HVAC Systems and Energy Conservation” PASSAGE — 4

I. Read the passage given below

1. Maintaining a business infrastructure is an expensive task and your HVAC (Heat, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) system is a key part of these costs. But replacing an outdated system with new efficient units and advanced controls will benefit your organization in many ways.

2. On average, HVAC equipment accounts for upto 44% of a business’ monthly energy expenditures. Immediate energy savings will be realized with a new efficient system. New systems use motors and compressors with less energy consumption than their counter parts designed and manufactured a decade ago. Further savings will be seen with advanced variable frequency drives and energy management systems.

3. Natural resource conservation benefits us and our environment. New high-efficiency equipment and design strategies reduce overall energy consumption and environmental impact. Green HVAC systems save money and reduce environmental impact when designed, installed, and maintained properly.

4. Programmable thermostats area simple upgrade, allowing you to control the system based on time. In the summer, if your business is closed from 8:00pm to 6:00 am set the programable thermostat cooling point higher. If the unit is not running, it will not use energy. Greater savings will be seen with advanced designs and controls. Zoning systems allow one system to maintain different temperatures in different locations.

5. Property values are based on location and the infrastructure in place. A new energy efficient system will increase the building value if you lease or sell.

6. In retail situations, even temperatures and proper ventilation will put your customers at ease. A customer that is uncomfortable may not return and a loyal customer is worth 10 times their initial purchase.

7. Performance gains will be seen in both process and employees. Maintaining proper coolant temperature in machining equipment will reduce tool wear and increase product quality. Worker performance will also increase. Employees are more productive without the added stress of an uncomfortable work environment.

8. With ageing, systems and components wear out. Repairs will be needed. Before committing to a repair, it is advisable to compare the service cost versus there placement cost. The replacement system’s energy savings alone may pay for itself with in a few years.

Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any six out of the eight questions by choosing the correct option.

The author in the given passage wants to highlight…………….
(a) the benefits of energy conservation
(b) how one can manage his business organization
(c) Energy conservation through advanced HVAC equipment
(d) the importance of maintenance

The pie chart shows the breakup percentage of Average Business Energy consumption. Accordingly, which of the following components consumes the maximum energy?
(a) Heating
(b) Ventilation
(c) Cooling
(d) Lighting

Apropos pare 2 and 3, which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
(a) New systems offer less energy consumption
(b) HVAC equipments account for major energy expenditure
(c) The earlier HVAC systems were cost effective.
(d) Variable frequency drives offer good savings.

The factor that makes green HVAC system quite environment friendly is its :
(a) design
(b) installation
(c) maintenance
(d) all of the above

Programmable thermostats are a great advantage because……….
(a) they are very cheap
(b) they stop the units when not required
(c) they are simple upgrade
(d) none of these

Which of the following helps in maintaining different temperatures in different locations?
(a) thermostat
(b) motors
(c) compressors
(d) zoning system

Maintaining proper coolant temperature in machining equipment helps in :
(a) Reducing tool wear
(b) Increasing product quality
(c) Improving worker’s performance
(d) All of the above

Which of the following does not help a customer feel at ease in a retail store :
(a) Even temperature
(b) proper lighting
(c) proper ventilation
(d) proper parking

ANSWERS:-

1.(c) Energy conservation through advanced HVAC equipment

2. (d) Lighting

3. (c) The earlier HVAC systems were cost effective.

4. (d) all of the above

5. (b) they stop the units when not required

6. (d) zoning system

7. (d) All of the above

8. (d) proper parking

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Unseen Passage English : India’s Changing Forest Cover” PASSAGE — 5

Read the passage given below:

1. The forest cover was found to be increased by 1% for the year 2017 which is 21.54% of the total geographic area when compared to that of forest cover status in 2015 which is a positive sign towards the constant efforts that are being put in to protect the forest. This positive change in the forest cover is mainly attributed to the conservation and management practices that include afforestation activities, participation of local peoples for better protection measures in plantation areas and traditional forest areas, expansion of trees outside forest, etc. Also, with this increase in the forest cover, the country has procured 8th position among the top 10 countries reporting the greatest annual forest area gain. Although there has been an increase in the total forest cover in India, still there are certain regions within the country that has sought a reduction in the same.The main reasons attributed for this reduction are shifting cultivation, rotational felling, other biotic pressures, diversion of forest lands for developmental activities, etc. A transition in the various forest cover classes has also occurred over the past. It has been found that there is a reduction in the moderately dense forest and an increment in the open forest depicting degradation of forest cover to some extent. Changes within the forest cover classes result in decrease in the production capacity, thereby leading to forest degradation. Control and regular check of these activities can help in strengthening the conservatory efforts of forest protection. This is the necessity of the present time to conserve the forests in order to sustain the vital ecosystems and the major carbon sink to combat the effects of global climate change and ultimately maintain the environmental balance.

Based on your understanding of the passage, answer any six out of the eight questions by choosing the correct option.

What is the difference between the geographical areas in the year 2013- 2015 of forest cover?
(a) 21.23%
(b) 21.34%
(c) 0.11%
(d) 21.54%

Which of the following is responsible for the increasing in geographical area in 2017?
(a) Expansion of trees
(b) Afforestation
(c) Protection measures in plantation areas
(d) All of the above

Which number has India acquired among the top 10 countries reporting the greatest annual forest area?
(a) 10
(b) 8
(c) 5
(d) 3

Which of the following years has rapidly changed the forest cover?
(a) 1997
(b) 2017
(c) 2001
(d) 2009

According to the passage what are the main reasons for the reduction of forest?
(a) Shifting cultivation
(b) Biotic pressures
(c) Diversion of forest lands
(d) All of the above