NIOS 10th English (Code 202) April 2024 SET‑A Answer Key + Tips

NIOS ENGLOSH (202) Question Paper (SET-A)

SECTION- B

"WRITING"

Q4. Answer the following questions, with reference to the context below :

As Priya Tiwari of 110-Modern Complex, Dehradun, you have to write a letter to the editor of a newspaper expressing the need to inculcate traffic awareness among the youngsters,

Choose the correct alternatives of the following options :

(i) Select the appropriate subject for the letter.

• "Promoting Traffic Awareness among Youngsters : A Call to Action"
• "New Traffic Laws : A Guide for Drivers"
• "Road Safety Tips for Adults : A Refresher Course"
• "Reducing Traffic Congestion : A Study on Road Infrastructure"

Answer - (A) "Promoting Traffic Awareness among Youngsters : A Call to Action"

Reason : The subject of a letter should be a concise and clear statement that directly indicates the main topic or purpose of your message.

(ii) Select the option with relevant aspects that Priya should select, for this letter promoting traffic awareness among youngsters.

• Increased use of personal vehicles and reduced use of public transportation
• Reduced traffic congestion and increased parking spaces
• Prevention of accidents, saving lives and creating a culture of responsible driving
• Improved public transportation and reduced air pollution

Answer - (C) Prevention of accidents, saving lives and creating a culture of responsible driving.

(iii) Select the option that correctly justifies the choice of the concluding portion of this letter.

• "Together, we can create a culture of responsible driving and save lives"
• "Only adults are responsible for promoting traffic awareness"
• "Traffic awareness is a choice, not a requirement"
• "The government should be held solely responsible for promoting traffic awareness"

Answer - (A) "Together, we can create a culture of responsible driving and save lives"

(iv) Choose the most appropriate tone for a letter emphasizing the need for traffic awareness among youngsters.

• Serious and stern
• Sarcastic and humorous
• Aggressive and confrontational
• Concerned and educational

Answer - (D) Concerned and educational

(v) Select the option that correctly mentions the appropriate closing of the letter.

• "Get well soon, [Your Namel"]
• "Drive safely, [Your Name)
• "Sincerely [Your Name]"
• "Thanks for listening [Your Name)

Answer - (C) "Sincerely [Your Name]"

Reason : Formal letters end with "Sincerely" for professionalism and respect.

Q5. Answer the questions given below with reference to the context :

As a Shubha Goyal, Secretary, Ecoclub, have to write a notice for the school notice board giving the student relevant details about campaign set out by the students of classes VIII and IX emphasizing on the need to avoid the use of poly bags.

Choose the correct alternatives of the following questions :

(i) Select the most appropriate title for the notice.

• "Poly Bag Free Campus : Lets Do It"
• "Poly Bag Awareness"
• "Ditch the Poly Bag : Join the Movement"
• "Go Green"

Answer - (A) "Poly Bag Free Campus : Lets Do It"

Reason : This title is specific, action-oriented, and directly relates to the campaign's goal of avoiding the use of poly bags. 

(ii) Select the most appropriate conclusion for the notice.

• "Don't forget to recycle poly bags!
• "Don't wait, take action nowl"
• "Let's reduce and reuse poly bags!"
• "Join us in this initiative and let's make a difference together!"

Answer - (D) "Join us in this initiative and let's make a difference together!"

Reason : This option encourages teamwork and supports the goal of the notice, which is to inspire people to join in and contribute.

(iii) Select the points that must be written on the notice.

• Campaign name and dates
• Only the key objective and key messages
• Campaign name, key objective, key messages, action plan, and contact information
• Only the action plan

Answer - (C) Campaign name, key objective, key messages, action plan, and contact information.

Reason : A notice should give complete details for clear understanding and participation.

(iv) Choose the point which reflects the appropriate tone of the given notice.

• Friendly and approachable
• Serious and alarmist
• Neutral and objective
• Sarcastic and humorous

Answer - (C) Neutral and objective

Reason : This tone is professional, clear, and perfect for a school notice board. It communicates the importance of avoiding poly bags in a straightforward and formal way without being too casual or dramatic.

Q6. The questions given below are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions :

You are Anurag. You and your friends feel that the teachers and parents are at times very strict and set unachievable targets for youngsters. Anurag has to write a comprehensive and insightful article on finding a balance between guidance and pressure.

(i) Choose the most suitable title for the article.

• "Nurturing Young Talent"
• "The Dangers of Overpressure"
• "The Balance between Guidance and Pressure"
• "The Pressure Paradox"

Answer -  (C) "The Balance between Guidance and Pressure"

Reason : This title directly addresses the central theme of the article, which is about finding a balance between proper guidance and the pressures placed on youngsters by teachers and parents.

(ii) Choose the most relevant idea appropriate for Anurag's article.

• Setting unrealistic targets
• Ignoring youngsters' struggles
• Focussing solely on achievement
• Encouraging effort and progress

Answer - (D) Encouraging effort and progress

Reason : This idea is most relevant to Anurag's article because it highlights the importance of balancing guidance and pressure.

(iii) Choose the point which should not be the primary focus of the article according to Anurag.

• Setting unrealistic targets
• Encouraging effort and progress
• Fostering growth mindset
• Providing resources and guidance

Answer - (A) Setting unrealistic targets

Reason : The article talks about balancing guidance and pressure. Unrealistic targets are part of the pressure, not the main focus of a balanced approach.

(iv) The structure of an article doesn't include

• title of the article
• inaccurate information
• date of the article on which its was written
• the concern of the writer

Answer - (B) inaccurate information

Reason: Articles aim to inform and educate, so they should provide accurate and true information, not false or incorrect details.