CBSE Class 12 English Core — Short Answer Questions

Analyze why the author emphasises that both technology and personal responsibility are important in promoting road safety.

How did Jonathan's unconventional passion for flying lead to his exclusion from the flock? (para-2)

In what way did Jonathan's journey challenge traditional beliefs? Give an example.

Give two points to support the success of the No Helmet - No Selfie Challenge.

Answer ANY FIVE of the following six questions in 40-50 words each (5 x 2 = 10): (i) The poem explores the relationship between a mother and daughter. Comment. (My Mother at Sixty Six) (ii) What does Umberto Eco mean when he says he is 'a professor who writes novels on Sundays'? (The Interview) (iii) The British landlords agreed to refund 25% of the money to the sharecroppers in the Champaran dispute. What is the significance of this event? (Indigo) (iv) How did Douglas finally make sure that his fear of water had been completely conquered? (Deep Water) (v) The constraints of Aunt Jennifer's married life leave her terrorised and emotionally scarred. Elaborate. (Aunt Jennifer's Tigers) (vi) "Will they make them sing in German, even the pigeons?" What does Franz's remark suggest about the imposition of German in school in Alsace? (Last Lesson)

Answer ANY TWO of the following three questions, in 40-50 words each ($2 \times 2 = 4$): (i) What does Bama's decision to excel in academics reveal about her character? (Memories of Childhood - We Too are Human Beings) (ii) How did the newspaper 'The World' contribute to Charley's belief in the existence of the third level? (The Third Level) (iii) Evaluate the role of the court astrologer in shaping the trajectory of the Tiger King's life. (The Tiger King)