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UNIT-I
The Raman Effect
Summary
Raman was born on November 7 1888 at Tiruchirapalli in Tamil nadu. His father was a Physics teacher
in a college. He was a brilliant student right from the start.
Science had already made an impression on him and he began to write research papers for Science
Journals. When he was only 19, he becomes a member of the Indian Association for Cultivation of
Science. Meanwhile, respecting his parents’ wishes, he took up an administrative job in Science,
however, did not flag. He used to spend his hours after office in the lab of the Association working
throughout the night.
He was mainly interested in acoustics, the science of sound. He studied how stringed instruments like
the violin and the sitar could produce harmonious music. He was elected to the Rama Society of
London in 1924 and the British Government made him a Knight of the British Empire in 1929. It was a
high honor for any great scientist.
C.V. Raman was the first Indian scholar who studied worthy in India and received the Noble prize.
He was the first Asian and the first non-White to win such a great award in science. He passed away
in 1970, on November 21. But his memories are with us. February 28, the day on which he
discovered the “Raman Effect”, is celebrated as Natural science day to commemorate his remarkable
achievement in science.
For five years he had been doing research in optics, the science of height. No, sophisticated
equipment was available in his Laboratory, but Raman was confident that he could find, the answer
with some modification in his equipment.
On March 16, 1928, Raman announced his discovery of ‘new radiation’, (describing the behavior
of a beam of light passing through a liquid chemical) to an assembly of scientists at Bangalore. The
world hailed the discovery as the “Raman Effect”.
For Scientific research in this country, it was red letter day this discovery caught the attention of the
world.
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Question and Answers:
1: Why was Raman awarded the Nobel Prize?
A: Chandrasekhar Venkat Raman was a born physics enthusiast. His inquisitive nature was ever alive.
He was always curious to know more and more. And he was very clear in his propositions and
explanations. He was forever ready to instigate, interrogate, investigate and propagate. Even as a busy
administrative officer, he always found time, patience and, more importantly, interest to conduct
original scientific research at the Indian Association for the cultivation of sciences. With such inherent
scientific temper, Sir C.V. Raman watched the sea and its blue color as he was voyaging to London in
1921. Sir C.V. Raman was not convinced by the earlier explanation that the blue color was the
reflection of sky. Sir C.V. Raman speculated that it could be because of the scattering of sunlight by
water molecules. And his consequent experiments proved this speculation. And the inevitable happened.
And C.V. Raman’s earlier bold declaration became true. He won the Nobel Prize for physics for his
original discovery – molecular scattering of light – in 1930!
2: According to Raman, why is the sea blue in color?
A: C.V. Raman was ever keen to learn. Questioning was his strength. Research was his weapon. And
discovery was his passion. And the reward was the Nobel Prize. C.V. Raman participated in the
Universities’ Congress in London in 1921. As he was travelling by the sea, he was impressed by the
‘blue’ color of the sea. Many people noticed this blue color earlier. They all thought it was the reflection
of sky. But C.V. Raman was, somehow, not impressed with this belief. He guessed that sunlight is
being scattered by the water molecules. He conducted experiments in this direction. He proved beyond
doubt that water molecules indeed scatter light. So, the white sunlight, when scattered by the water
molecules gives the sea its blue color. This discovery, known as the Raman Effect, fetched for him the
Nobel Prize in 1930!
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Answer Key
UNIT 1 THE RAMAN EFFECT
Warm-up
Can you identify the following three inventors from the details provided?
1. Johannes Gutenburg
2. The Wright brothers
3. Martin Cooper
Post-reading
1. Choose the sentence that best summarises the main idea in each paragraph of the
text.
A. 1 B. 1 C. 1 D. 2 E. 1
2. Answer these questions.

a. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize for his work on the scattering of light by liquids.
b. According to Raman, the blue colour of the sea was due to the scattering of sunlight by
the water molecules. He verified this by using a polarised Nicol prism on a sample of sea
water to show that light was scattered by the water molecules. He called this
phenomenon, molecular diffraction.
Task 1
Form opposites of the words given below by adding prefixes. An example has been done
for you.
2. qualify – disqualify
3. possible – impossible
4. climax – anticlimax
5. confirmed – unconfirmed
Task 2
Form adjectives by adding appropriate suffixes to the words listed below. An example has
been done for you.
2. create – creative
3. beauty – beautiful
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4. excite – exciting
5. pain – painful/painless
Task 3
Complete the sentences using the most appropriate forms of words given in the box.
1. The techno giant was penalised heavily for using customers’ personal information
without authorisation.
2. The motto for the new PM should be minimum government but maximum governance.
3. The ruling party is facing a strong anti-incumbency wave in the upcoming assembly polls.
4. A possibility of extraterrestrial life has always attracted people’s attention.
Task 4
Change the grammatical category of the words in Column A, using an appropriate suffix
from the box below.
2. movable 3. crystallise 4. magnetic 5. nationalism 6. delivery
7. advertisement 8. spacious 9. frighten 10. assessment
Task 5
Add suitable affixes to form what is indicated within brackets. One has been done for you.
2. un- + palatable = unpalatable 3. suffocate + -ion = suffocation

4. attract + -ive = attractive 5. additional + -ly = additionally
6. activate + -ion = activation 7. capable + -ity = capability
8. il- + logical = illogical 9. torrent + -ial = torrential
10. corrode + -ive = corrosive
Task 6
Underline the indefinite articles in these sentences.
1. Ahan Parekh was interested in renewable energy; he completed an internship with a
company dealing in solar energy last year.
2. A great deal of time and effort has been devoted to finding a cure for cancer.
3. The nucleus of an atom holds a positive charge and has a specific number of protons and
neutrons.
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Task 7
Underline the definite articles in these sentences.
1. Farmers used the constellations in the night sky for predicting the seasons.
2. The man who invented the USB technology didn’t make any money out of it.
3. The primary advantage of Li-Fi technology is that it allows for faster transmission of data
as compared to the existing Wi-Fi technology.
4. The Netherlands is a beautiful country.
5. The integrated circuits used in computers were replaced by microprocessors in the 1970s.
6. The only way to account for the variations in the readings was to repeat the procedure a
number of times.
Task 8
Fill in the blanks using the correct articles where required. You may use a/an/the or X
(for ‘none’).
1. This instance was one of the first UFO sightings reported by X pilots anywhere in the
world. Whilst flying from one city to another, in the USA, two pilots encountered a large,
cigar- shaped craft, flying close to them, barely missing them at times. At one point, the
object appeared to stop abruptly before vanishing into thin air. The pilots concurred that it
was a long, thin craft, with two rows of tiny windows that emitted a bluish-green glow. It
was moving really fast and leaving behind it a trail of orange exhaust.
2. Several witnesses at an American airbase claimed to have seen an identical object half an
hour before what the pilots experienced. Officials from the US government were able to
rule out the possibility of it being a military or commercial flight as there were no such
flights scheduled at that time.
3. After a prolonged investigation, government officials wrote off the sightings as an
illusion caused by X temperature changes. They later changed their minds and claimed
that it was a meteor. However, experts later decided that, as the description of the object
does not at all fit that of a meteor, this sighting will be classified as ‘an unexplained
phenomenon’.
Task 9
Correct the errors in the use of articles in this paragraph.
In the year 2005, Arvind Thiagarajan was a 25-year-old inventor with a couple of patents to
his credit. By 2011, he managed to file for about 40 patents. When President Abdul Kalam
presented him with the Junior Scientist Award in 2001, he inspired Arvind to invent and,
more importantly, also patent his inventions. His most interesting invention is HDFonoDoc,
the first device in the world which can analyse and document heart murmurs in real time. It
was a replacement for the mechanical and digital stethoscopes used by doctors worldwide.
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Task 10
Some sentences below have errors in the use of articles. Identify the error and rewrite
the sentences. If there is no error, retain the sentence as it is.
1. The Himalayas are a sensitive eco zone. (No error)
2. A union minister visited our college last year for the anniversary function. (No error)
3. Practice makes a person perfect.
4. The peacock is considered our national bird.
5. One of the most prominent rivers of India is the Ganga. (No error)
6. B. Tech is the most sought-after degree in many parts of India.
7. Gold is a good investment option since the interest rates are going down.
8. The Olympian was awarded an honorary doctoral degree last year.
9. All except the Sharmas were invited to the engagement ceremony. (No error)
10. Every year many Indian students go abroad for higher studies.
Task 11
Read this paragraph and underline the prepositions.
to, of, in (repeated across sentences)
Task 12
Fill in the blanks using the correct prepositions.
1. on, in 2. in, to 3. by 4. by 5. in
Task 13
Fill in the blanks using the correct prepositions.
1. to, for 2. by, with 3. in, for 4. through 5. in, by
Task 14
Some sentences below have errors related to use of prepositions. Identify the error and
rewrite the sentences.
1. The politician divided his property among his three daughters.
2. My brother has a two-wheeler besides two small cars. (No error)
3. The address on the envelope was wrong and therefore it was sent back.
4. When we reached the hotel, the entire staff of the hotel was waiting with flowers at the
reception.
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5. During our trip to Shimla, the train went through a tunnel.
6. You can consult a doctor for tips to sleep in hot and humid weather.
7. My teacher was angry with me because I was very late for his class.
8. It is really hard to laugh at Rakshit’s jokes; they are really bad!
9. Reshma’s parents trusted in her and she never failed them.
10. These days one needs to manage stress at work and yoga is a popular method. (No error)
Task 15
Separate the following into two groups, phrases and clauses.
1. Mesmerising quotes on life from social media – phrase
2. The students are shouting – clause
3. Life-threatening diseases – phrase
4. Gold price has hit all-time high – clause
5. An all-time favourite song – phrase
6. Well-designed but badly executed welfare programme – phrase
7. I wonder why – clause
Task 16
Classify the following sentences into simple (S), compound (CP) and complex (CX).
1. I called up my brother and discussed our travel plans. CP
2. The teacher read out the names of winners of the cultural competition on stage. S
3. The star player did not disappoint his fans as he scored two goals in yesterday’s match. CX
4. Orcas, which are also known as ‘killer whales’, are extremely intelligent animals. CX
5. Many tourists are feared trapped in the deadly mudslide near the famous pilgrimage
place.
S
6. The train was cancelled because of technical issues. CX
7. Though I didn’t believe in ghosts, the extraordinary events in our house made me
approach the well-known paranormal investigators. CX
8. The title of my next book is ‘I am not what I am’. S
Task 17
Fill the blanks using suitable forms of the words given in brackets.
1. would have been 2. write 3. read 4. will be 5. were
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Task 18
Spot the errors in these sentences and correct them.
1. If it is sunny, the guests will want some lemonade.
2. If I had more money, I would buy a house.
3. If you slept on time, you would be able to wake up early.
4. If I am stuck in traffic, I will let you know.
5. If my brother moves to Singapore, I will visit him there.
6. If they want to, they can host the event.
Task 19
Insert commas at the correct places in these sentences.
1. The recipe required flour, sugar, eggs and cream.
2. Once the storm had subsided, the people returned home from the makeshift shelters.
3. We intended to visit Coorg as well, however, we couldn’t for lack of time.
4. Sanghavi, an avid social media user, decided to spread awareness about the air pollution
in her city.
5. I cannot afford a house in Bandra, so I am moving to Malad.
Task 20
Insert apostrophes at the correct places in these sentences.
1. Raja Ravi Varma’s paintings have become a part of the Indian imagination of the epics.
2. My friend’s flat is located in one of the most expensive localities in the city.
3. The senior surgeon’s opinion was to go ahead with the surgery.
4. Who’s taken the library books that were on my table?
5. The children’s section is located on the right-hand side of this bookstore.
Task 21
Insert colons at the correct places in these sentences.
1. You have only one lifeline: use it while you can.
2. On your Facebook profile, you can do the following: upload a profile photo, indicate your
likes and interests, create albums of your favourite moments and include a cover photo.
3. I can understand one thing from Satwik’s tweets: he is travelling all over the world.
4. The scientist said: ‘We need to increase our focus on research to encourage the spirit of
innovation among the youth.’
5. Make a note of the items you need to carry to the camp: a torch, sleeping bag and safety
kit.
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Task 22
Check if the semicolon has been used properly in these sentences and correct it where
required.
1. I’m allergic to cottage cheese-based curries; milk-based products do not agree with me.
(No error)
2. Kerala is a lovely place; it has beautiful beaches and lovely weather.
3. The social media usage fell sharply in the hostel last week; many students were preparing
for exams.
4. In the meeting today we have: Mr. Sachit Bhagat, CEO, MediaTech; Mr Piyush Gorakh,
Director, Soltex Marketing; Ms Pratima Shah, Chairperson, Women Entrepreneur’s
Association of Hyderabad and Mr Satish Sehgal, Assistant Manager, Latitude Software
Solutions.
5. The librarian placed an order for books, journals, magazines and newspapers.
Task 23
Tick the correct uses of hyphen, en dash and em dash.
1. We are expecting around 1000 - 2000 people for the wedding. 

2. You may think this solution will work—it won’t. 
3. This is a one-way street. 
4. Conan Doyle was a famous nineteenth—century novelist. 
5. India–China relations have seen many ups and downs over the years. 
Task 24
This paragraph has 10 errors related to vocabulary, grammar and punctuation. Identify
the mistakes and rewrite the paragraph.
March 20 is celebrated as the World Sparrow Day since 2010. The aim is to generate
awareness about sparrows, which were once very common in our surroundings but are now
rare. Till a few years back, sparrows could be seen nesting in almost every backyard and
public places such as bus and railway stations. The sparrows lived in large colonies and
survived on food grains and tiny worms, and had a close relation with human beings. Now it’s
hard to believe that this tiny, humble sparrow is in danger of disappearing completely/entirely.
What is causing distress to the humble sparrow? Experts note that the changing human
landscape is the main culprit. Modification in house designs in both rural and urban areas, rise
of skyscrapers, mobile towers and increased pollution have made it difficult for sparrows to
survive.
Task 25
Delete redundant portions and make these sentences as brief as possible. An example
has been done for you.
2. The government says that petroleum prices cannot be reduced because the prices are high
in the global market.
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3. The player was thinking of deciding on his retirement.

4. We will meet tomorrow at 11 am in the Conference room for just 10 minutes.
5. The project leader shall ensure dedication from all the team members and timely
completion of the project.
Task 26
Identify the topic sentence in the following paragraphs.
1. An enormous amount of research on how people respond to extreme events has been
done by an American university. After studying scores of disasters such as floods,
earthquakes and tornadoes over several decades, one of the most notable findings
has been that people rarely lose control. During earthquakes, when the ground shakes,
dwellings crumble, fires rage, and people are crushed, they do not run screaming through
the streets in a wild attempt to escape the horror, even though they undoubtedly feel
horrified. Earthquakes and tornadoes wreak havoc on entire communities. Yet people do
not usually turn against their neighbors or suddenly forget personal ties and moral
commitments. Instead the more consistently observed pattern is that people bind together
in the aftermath of disasters – working together to restore their physical environment and
their culture to their former shape.
2. An extremely significant factor in climate change awareness is social justice. It has
been observed that those who are the most vulnerable to climate changes, those
who are already suffering from the impacts of climate change, are the people and
communities who contributed least to the problem. When governments and policy
makers consider global reductions in emissions it is essential for them to ask exactly
which countries are being asked to reduce emissions and by how much. They must be
fair and bring in policies that require those countries with excessive emissions to
reduce them significantly, but allow countries with very low emissions to increase
them, up to the point where all countries have the same per capita emissions.
Task 27
Edit the following paragraph to achieve better cohesion and coherence.
Railways, in collaboration with Doodle, has set up free wifi at railway stations. You can
connect to RailFi by following some simple steps. When you reach a railway station, make
sure your phone or computer’s wifi is on. Scan for available networks. You must be able to
see ‘RailFi’. Connect to it. Activation portal opens in your default browser and asks for your
mobile number. Enter it and request for ‘OTP’ (One Time Password). Enter the OTP you have
received. You will get a message that you are successfully connected.
Task 28
Here is a sequence of events leading up to India becoming a Republic. Write a narrative
paragraph based on these points. Remember to use suitable sequencing words.
(This is an open-ended question. A possible response is provided here. There could be
alternative responses as well.)
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Initially, when India became independent on 15 August 1947, it did not have a constitution of
its own. Hence, on 28 August 1947, a drafting committee was appointed to draft a permanent
constitution for the country with Dr B R Ambedkar as the head. Subsequently, on 4 November
1947, the drafting committee submitted its report. On 24 January 1950, following discussions
and revisions, the report was signed by the Constituent Assembly. Two days later, the
constitution came into effect. India is now a truly sovereign country with a constitution of its
own.
Task 29
Historical records show that the Titanic had the best wireless signalling system of the
times. However, when the disaster struck, help could not reach the Titanic on time. Use
these notes to write a paragraph on why the radio signalling system might have failed.
The Titanic had the most powerful radio signalling system designed by the inventor of the
radio, Marconi, and managed by The Wireless and Telegraph Company owned by him. All
messages were sent wirelessly via Morse Code and could be accessed by anybody on that
particular frequency. However, one reason why it failed was that the operators on the Titanic
were busy handling the communication of high-profile passengers on board and hence, did
not receive the warnings about the icebergs. Another reason was that many ships received the
distress call from the Titanic, but the messages were transmitted and re-transmitted, leading to
confusion.
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UNIT-II
ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE IN INDIA
SUMMARY:-
Indian architecture’s important phase began with the Mauryan period. Megasthenes, the
Greek ambassador of Seleucus Nicator who visited the Mauryan court, described
Chandragupta Maurya’s palace as an excellent architectural achievement. Significant
advancements in the field of architecture were during Ashoka’s reign (c.268- 232 BC).
Mauryan art and architecture imbibed the influence of the Persians and the Greeks. During
Ashoka’s reign, many monolithic stone pillars were erected, on which teachings of
‘Dhamma’ were inscribed. The lion capital of the Sarnath Pillar has been accepted as the
emblem of the Indian Republic. Each pillar weighs about 50 tonnes and is about 50 feet high.
The stupas of Sanchi and Sarnath are symbols of the achievement of Mauryan architecture.
The gateway of Sanchi Stupa with the beautiful sculptures depicting scenes from the Jataka
stories. Jataka stories bear testimony to the skill and aesthetic sense of the artisans. The
blending of Greek and Indian art subsequently led to the development of Gandhara art. A
large number of statues of the Buddha were built by the artisans of Mathura and Amaravati
schools, especially after the first century AD, under the influence of the Kushanas. Rich
ornaments costumes and drapery were used to impart physical beauty. The sculptures were in
stone, terracotta, cement-like material and clay. Mathura school were made of spotted red
stone, had a distinct spiritual look about them and here along with the Buddha we also find
sculptures of Jaina deities. The Amaravati School developed under the patronage of the
Satavahanas of the Andhra region. A great stupa was built at Amaravati in the Lower
Godavari region. Nagarjunakonda is another place that is famous for its Buddhist
architecture. The Gupta period marks the beginning of the construction of free-standing
Hindu temples. The Ajanta and Ellora Caves of Maharashtra and the Udayagiri Caves of
Odisha hold Buddhist viharas, chaityas as well as mandapas and pillared-temples of Hindu
gods and goddesses.Temples hewn out of huge rocks are rock-cut temples; they were built in
the western Deccan in the early years of the Christian era. The chaitya at the Karle Caves, the
Kailash temple at Ellora built by the Rashtrakutas and the ratha temples of Mahabalipuram
built by the Pallavas are examples of rock-cut temples. The Pallavas built temples like
Kailasanathar temple and the Vaikunta Perumal temples at Kanchipuram. The Cholas built
many temples like Brihadeshwara temple at Tanjavur. The Cholas developed a typical style
of temple architecture of South India called the Dravida style, complete with vimana or
shikhara, high walls and the gateway topped by a gopuram. Odisha has some of the most
beautiful temples such as the Lingaraja Temple built by Somavamsi kings, with addition by
the Ganga rulers, the Mukteshvara Temple in Bhubaneshwar and the Jagannath Temple in
Puri. The Sun Temple in Konark was built in the thirteenth century by the Eastern Ganga
ruler Narasimhadev 1.The temple is dedicated to Surya (the Sun God) and has been designed
as a twelve-wheeled chariot. Mount Abu in Rajasthan is known for the Dilwara temples
dedicated to Jain tirthankaras. These were built in pure white marble and adorned with
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exquisite sculptures.
1: ‘The lion capital of the Sarnath Pillar’ – what does ‘capital’ mean here?
A: ‘Capital’ here means the decorated top part of a pillar. ‘Capital’ in other contexts means a) the
administrative centre (a city) of a state/country etc. b) investment to start some business, c) important,
main…..
2: What is a ‘stupa’?
A: A stupa is a dome like structure. Stupas picture scenes from Jataka tales.
3: What is a Jataka story?

A: A Jataka story is a folk tale about the previous births of Gautama Buddha.
4: How did the Gandhara style emerge?

A: Gandhara style emerged from the blending of Greek and Indian art forms.
5: What are the charecteristics of the Gandhara style?

A: Gandhara style life-like statues of the Buddha and Bodhisattvas looked like Greek gods. They used
ornaments, costumes and drapery to make them look beautiful. They used stones terracotta, cement like
material to make statues.
6: Name two other indigenous styles of architecture?

A: Mathura school and Amaravathi School are two native styles of architecture.
7: Name some places known for their cave architechture?

A: Ajanta, Ellora, and Udaygiri are some places famous for cave architecture.
8: What are rock-cut temples? Name some famous rock-cut temples.

A: Temples cut from huge rocks are called rock-cut temples. The Kailash temple at Ellora and the Rath
temple of Mahabalipuram are some examples of well known rock-cut temples.
9: Name some of the major dynasty of South India.

A: The Pallavas, Cholas, Pandyans, Hoysalas and Vijayanagar kings are some dynasties of South India.
10: What are the differences between the Dravida style and Nagara style?
A: Dravida style mainly consists of ‘Vimana’ or ‘Shikhara’, high walls and the gate way topped by a
‘gopuram’. Nagara styles, on the other hand, have the ‘Sikhara’ in the form of a spiral roof, the
‘garbagriha’ (sanctum) and the ‘mandapa’ (pillared-hall).
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UNIT 2 ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE IN INDIA
Warm Up
Work in pairs and look at the pictures above. Choose the names of the famous monuments
from the box below. Can you think of one fact about each of these places?
Picture 1: Mahabalipuram
Picture 2: Ellora Caves
Picture 3: Red Fort
Picture 4: Golden Temple
Post-reading
1. Choose the correct answer.
a. III b. II c. both I and II d. I e. IV
2. Complete the table by mentioning the architectural contributions of the various

dynasties. Two have been done for you.
Dynasties Architectural contributions

Satavahanas A great stupa at Amaravati in the Lower Godavari region
Guptas Free-standing Hindu temples at Deogarh (Jhansi district) and
Bhitargaon (Kanpur district)
Rashtrakutas The Kailash temple at Ellora
Pallavas The ratha temples of Mahabalipuram
Cholas The Brihadeshwara temple at Thanjavur; developed a
Dravidian style
Eastern Ganga The Sun Temple in Konark
Chandelas The temple complex at Khajuraho in the Bundelkhand region
of Madhya Pradesh
Solankis The Dilwara temples dedicated to Jain tirthankaras
3. Using your own knowledge of Indian history, discuss why temples were the most
important architectural achievements of various dynasties that ruled India.
Temples were the most significant architectural achievements of rulers in different parts of
ancient India. The possible reasons for this are many. Religion and religious rituals were a
very important part of people’s lives. Every occasion had a religious ritual attached to it that
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necessitated a visit to a temple. However, it was not just the commoners who offered prayers
in temples for social occasions. The kings who built the temples themselves offered prayers
before and after wars. It was an age of expansion of empires and wars were frequent.
Therefore, temples were a necessity for rulers who sought divine blessings before a war.
Temples were also centres of learning and cultural activities such as the practice of art, dance
and music. Indian classical dance forms such as Bharatnatyam and Odissi have originated
from temple dances. Lastly, temples functioned as royal treasuries in times of crises. Rulers,
under threat are known to have hidden parts of their wealth in temples in the belief that
attackers would not desecrate and plunder holy places.
Task 1
Fill in the blanks with the suitable synonyms from the second column in the table above.
a. near b. strong c. careful d. secretive e. tight
Task 2
Identify the synonyms of the words in bold.
1. b 2. a
3. none of the options is an exact synonym; ‘agreed’ is the closest option
4. a 5. d
Task 3
Fill in the blanks with antonyms of words in brackets.
1. natural 2. identical 3. reject 4. definite 5. connect
Task 4
Fill the blanks with the correct pronouns.
1. his or her 2. their 3. they 4. his 5. he
Task 5
1. Spot and correct the errors in these sentences.
a. The movie was a good watch, though at times the scenes were a bit dragging.
b. Coal is so cheap that trying to generate electricity without it would be economic suicide,
especially for developing countries.
c. A dragonfly keeps itself airborne by creating whirlwinds and vortices in the air.

a. The tenses of the verbs were incorrect in each instance.
b. I corrected them by noting whether the subjects of the sentences were in singular or
plural. The tenses of the verbs had to be changed accordingly.
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Task 6
Correct the errors related to subject–verb agreement in these sentences.
1. Emergencies are by their nature unexpected events and require a prompt and proper
response. If you follow the advice and guidance given in this book you will undoubtedly
be able to give early and effective help when needed.
2. Lungs do not have any muscles, so they cannot move air on their own. Instead, muscles
in the chest make the lungs expand, or blow up like a balloon as air is sucked in.
3. Certain days of the week and selected times of a day are better than others for holding
meetings.
4. People have been on the move since before historical records began, whether fleeing
from their enemies or looking for new land to settle in. In fact, there are numerous
historical pieces of evidence that show this.
5. That bouquet of roses was probably the most meaningful gift that Della received on such
an important day in her life. It was her birthday and she knew very well that Jim would
not be able to buy an expensive gift.
Task 7
Correct the errors in these sentences.
1. Neither the project manager nor his assistant is attending the meeting.
2. Logistics is not my area of expertise.
3. These pliers are not strong enough for the job.
4. Our team is going to work overtime to meet the deadline.
5. The committee has decided to pass the budget proposal in this session.
6. They do not know the reason for the postponement of the event.
7. Printers and scanners need regular maintenance for trouble-free service.
8. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People has been written by Stephen Covey.
9. Each of the employees has been rewarded for contributing to the growth of the business.
10. The Conjuring 2 was one of the scariest films to be released this year.
Task 8
Read the following title and subtitle of a passage and predict the content.
The title indicates that the passage will be an academic report or a research paper on the
subject of social media addiction, with reference to Facebook.
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Task 9
Read this passage and attempt the questions that follow.
Choose the best alternative/s.

1. b 2. c 3. b
4. (This is an open-ended question. A possible response is provided here. There could be
Apart from Twitter, Buck could have also used Facebook or WhatsApp to spread the message
about his arrest. Social media is much more dynamic than traditional media and gets word
across multiple platforms very fast. Social media is also a largely democratic space where
posts are not censored by regulatory bodies, or do not have vested interests. Traditional media,
on the other hand, has to be much more cautious with the content that it publishes or
broadcasts and often has to be careful as to not hurt popular sentiments. On the flip side,
traditional media is much more accountable than social media where people can post pretty
much anything without proper verification of information.
Task 10
Circle the facts and underline the opinions in the following extract.
We live in an age where we cannot simply wish away the presence of social media. We are
surrounded by these media-sites all the time. In the beginning, it all sounded very exciting,
until a large number of people got hooked on and things started getting out of hand. (Opinion)
For instance, in a recent study sponsored by a major media house, it was found that 13-year-
olds check their social media feeds about 100 times a day, around 90 per cent of teens have
used social media and 75 per cent of them have profiles on social networking sites. More than
50 per cent of them reported experiencing anxiety while using social media. (Fact)
Task 11
Tick the points that you would include in the letter.
a, c, e, f, h, i, j
Task 12
Here is a letter based on the situation in Task 11. Read the letter carefully, identify and
label its parts. Choose from the options in the box.
a. sender’s address b. date c. receiver’s address d. opening salutation
e. subject line f. signing off
Answer these questions.

1. Yes, the subject line clearly and concisely specifies the applicant’s purpose in writing the
letter.
2. The receiver can contact the sender at the address that the latter has mentioned in the
letter.
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Task 13
Write letters of enquiry for these situations
1. Satish Gupta
M 161/11
Sharda Nagar
Hyderabad – 500049
1 September 2016
Mr S Z H Iyengar
Branch Manager
The Bharat Insurance Company
Shyam Nagar
Hyderabad – 50004
Dear Sir,
Sub: Request for brochure with details of insurance policies

I am a 31-year-old businessman. I wish to take an insurance policy in order to avail tax
benefits. I would like to know about the insurance policies that your company provides.
My yearly turnover is Rs. 1,50,00,000. Could you please send me a brochure with the
details of the various schemes available?
Regards,
Yours
faithfully
Satish Gupta
2. Sheena Mehta
J 19/B
Badshah Nagar
Lucknow –226044
20 March 2016
Mr Y S Zutshi
M/S Good Books Enterprises
Indira Nagar
Lucknow–226049
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3. Ravi Chaturvedi
y of books N1/6
od Shepherd Academy, Lucknow. AnandI want Vihar
to purchase the complete set of books for Class X prescribed by my school. I have attached a copy of the
t me know, as soon as possible, if New
the books
Delhiare
– available with you? The new session at my school begins from 6 April 2016.
ode of payment that would be the most convenient for you.
110092 1 July 2016
Dr Samapti Sehgal
Chairperson
Airports Authority of
India Vasant Kunj
New Delhi – 110037
Dear Ma’am,
Sub: Permission for a field visit to the aircraft maintenance facility at an airport
I am a student of Aeronautical Engineering studying at IIT, Delhi. I am in my second

year and as a part of the requirement of the courses that we have in this semester, it is
mandatory for us to visit the aircraft maintenance facility at an airport.
We are a batch of 60 students. Kindly grant us the permission to visit the aircraft
maintenance facility at any airport in or around Delhi.
Regards,
Yours faithfully
Ravi Chaturvedi
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Task 14
Gautam had seen the following advertisement at his workplace regarding a new sporting
facility for the employees. Underline the important points in the advertisement.
1. Having corporate connections with more than 40 business houses, Wizsports is proud to
offer the employees of D & B Innovations the following facilities in the sports centre:
• A fully equipped gym with qualified instructors
• A hygienic swimming pool for both the beginners and the trained
• Full-sized tennis and shuttle courts
• An indoor basketball court
• A restaurant offering diet-friendly cuisine from our experienced chefs
So, wear your sporting shoes and come down to the sports centre. As an employee of D & B
Innovations, you will be eligible for a 10 discount on the annual membership fee. Get in
touch with Mr Aarav Gupta, our customer service representative, on 9440088665.
2. Gautam visited the sports centre and took up a membership. After a couple of weeks,
he realised that he was not satisfied with the facilities and the quality of service.
Here is the letter of complaint that he wrote to the management on this matter. Read
the letter and discuss the following questions with your friends.
1. This is a formal letter. It is written in a precise and concise manner. The salutation,
subject and closing is that of a formal letter. The letter carries a subject line which sums
up its purpose. It carries a suitably-worded opening sentence and avoids the use of
contracted forms.
2. The first paragraph is a general statement regarding the poor quality of services provided
at Wizsports centre.
3. The second paragraph carries the specific details of the problems and the third paragraph
carries further details.
4. The last paragraph, which is a request for action, is a significant part of a complaint letter.
This is imperative in a letter of complaint and should always be included.
5. The tone of the letter is firm yet polite.
Task 15
Danish had purchased some sports equipment for his college from Bharath Sports Pvt.
Ltd., Patna. However, he faced some problems with the delivery. These are the notes he
made regarding this. Using the notes and the format of the complaint letter given in Task
13, write a letter of complaint.
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Danish
Ashraf 17/B,
Baruna Patna
803201 Bihar
16 May 2016
Shyam Ojha
Managing Director
Bharat Sports Pvt
Ltd
Begumpur, Patna 800009
Bihar
Dear Sir,
Sub: Complaint regarding the delivery of sports equipment
This letter is to inform you about the improper delivery of sports equipment from Bharat
Sports Pvt. Ltd., Patna.
On 20 April 2016, I had placed an order for 15 badminton racquets, 20 cricket kits and 50
roller skates. However, only 10 shuttle racquets, 25 cricket kits and 100 roller skates were
delivered. Moreover, the company had promised the delivery on 30 April, but delivered the
items on 15 May, a date much later than the promised date. The promised discount of 10
percent was also not provided. Further, the packaging was open and some of the cricket kits
had been tampered with.
I request you to kindly look into the matter and resolve these issues as soon as possible. I
look forward to hearing from you on this.
Yours sincerely,
Danish Ashraf
Task 16
Write letters of complaint on these situations for further practice.
1. Rohit Sharma
B-1/18
Vasant Kunj
New Delhi – 110070
19 October 2016
Harshali Mehta
Managing Director
Ebuystore.com
Connaught Place
New Delhi –110001
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egarding the delivery of a damaged phone

form you about the improper delivery of a mobile phone ordered during the discount sale from Ebuystore.com, New Delhi.
16, I placed an order for a mobile phone (model name: ZASUS Zenphone
ount sale. The phone that I received was damaged. The screen had a deep crack. Besides, the battery appeared to have been removed from the
indly look into the matter and resolve the issue by providing either a replacement at the same price or a refund of the amount. I look forward to
ohit Sharma
2. Sara Ahmed
165/4
Rana Pratap Marg
Lucknow – 226001
Uttar Pradesh
4 February 2016
Sushil Arora
Circulation Manager
Sports Outlook
Hazratganj
Lucknow – 226001
Uttar Pradesh
Dear Sir,
Sub: Complaint regarding non-delivery of magazine
This letter is to inform you about the non-delivery of the magazine issues of Sports
Outlook.
A month back, I had subscribed to the fortnightly magazine Sports Outlook and sent a
demand draft of Rs.2000 towards an annual subscription. However, I have not received
even a single issue of the magazine as yet.
I request you to kindly look into the matter and resolve the issue as soon as possible. I
look forward to hearing from you on this.
Yours sincerely,
Sara Ahmed
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Task 17
Write letters of requisition based on the following situations.
1. Rupal Kohli
Sunrise Apartments
156, Gandhi Road
Bhubaneshwar – 536142
Odisha
12 August 2016
The Dean of Academics

Lalit Professional
University Bhubaneshwar –
536003 Odisha
Dear Sir,
Sub: Request for permission to use the Computer Lab after hours
I am an MCA student of first year at Lalit Professional University. I am currently
working on my end-of-term project for which I require the use of the university
computer lab from 22–30 August, between 7 and 9 PM.
I was unwell and hospitalised last month due to which I have not been able to complete
the project on time. I have received an extension from Professor S Gupta. Could I
request you to grant me permission to use the lab after hours, on the above mentioned
dates? This will enable me to meet my new project submission deadline.
I look forward to receiving permission from you and thank you in anticipation.
Regards,
Yours faithfully,
Rupal Kohli
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2. Brajesh Mishra
71B, Sunflower Apartments
Tilak Marg
Patna – 200567
Bihar
18 February 2016
Mr. Satyapal Acharya

Onsite Supervisor
DataLabs Pvt Ltd
33, Clinton Road
Patna – 200122
Bihar
Dear Sir,
Sub: Request for ‘Intern Assessment’ Report

I have completed my 6 month internship with DataLabs Pvt Ltd, last week. Request you
to kindly provide the ‘Intern Assessment’ report for my performance during the last six
months. I need the report for submission to the Head of the Department in order to be
considered for a permanent role in this organisation. The last date for submission is 7
March 2016.
Looking forward to a favourable report.
Regards,
Yours faithfully,
Brajesh Mishra
Task 18
Based on the models discussed in this unit, create a résumé and cover letter for this job
advertisement.
COVER LETTER
Hari Roy
17/8, Arya Nagar
Lucknow – 226005
Uttar Pradesh
23 July 2016
The Manager
Human Resources Department
Softech
Dear Sir/Ma’am,
Sub: Applying for the post of Software Engineer with reference to the advertisement in
Hindustan News, dated 20 July 2016.
This is in response to the advertisement for the post of Software Engineer. After carefully
reviewing the requirements of the job, I feel that I am suitable for this job. I hold a B.Tech
degree in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur and have an experience of 2 years with a reputed
IT organisation. I have worked on several projects including coding, testing, reviewing, planning
and design. I have experience in application development and product engineering services.
I feel that I can make a difference as I can add professionalism and accuracy to the current team.
With extensive experience of working on Java, Oracle, Sybase, C++, Linux and Unix, I feel I
can handle varied projects. Besides, I can multi-task and complete projects on time with
minimal supervision.
If you find my profile suitable, I would be interested in taking this opportunity to meet you
to learn more about your company, the requirements of the position and whether my
qualifications would be suitable for your purpose.
I am grateful to you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours faithfully,
Hari Roy
Enclosure: Résumé
RÉSUMÉ
Hari Roy
17/8 Arya Nagar,
Lucknow
[email protected]
Academic qualifications:
Degree/ Institute Board/ Year Percentage/GPA
certificate University
B Tech Indian Institute -- 2013 78
(Computer of Technology,
Science) Kanpur
12th Std St Sebastian ICSE 2009 95.6
School,
Lucknow
10th Std St Sebastian ICSE 2007 92
School,
Lucknow
Training/projects undertaken:
Name of the institute/ Project details Duration
organisation
Tata Consultancy Services Database Management June 2012–November 2014
System
The project involved coding,
testing, reviewing, planning
and design. I also helped in
application development and
product engineering services.
Computer proficiency:
Java, Oracle, Sybase, C++, Linux and Unix
Achievements:
Meritorious position in the Computer Olympiad in Class
12 Participated in and organised inter-collegiate debates
Personal details: Date of birth: 27 January 1992

Gender: Male
Languages known: English, Hindi, Bengali
Unit-iii
Blue jeans
Summary
‘Blue jeans’ as we see them have a long and strange history Denim cloth has an unusual history. The
name comes from Serge de Nimes, a city in southern India. Denim cloth is originally made from wool.
But by 1700’s, it was made from wool and cotton.
Blue jeans, in the form that we know them today, did not come about until the middle of the nineteenth
century. Levis Strauss, an enterprising immigrant who happened to have a few bolts of blue denim
cloth on hand, recognized a need for strong work pants in the mining communities of California. He
first designed and marketed ‘Levis’ in 1850.
Jeans underwent many changes both in use and forms in the long history. First, the strong fabric was
used as sail for boats. Noticing the rugged quality, miners started using the cloth for their pants. The
stitching patterns, rivets, buttons, zippers, etc. altered as time passed and now jeans assumed a form that
is the symbol of fashion. The raw material cotton passes through various stages before it takes the form
of jeans. The stages are:
1. Preparing the cotton yarn.
2. Dyeing the yarn.
3. Weaving the yarn.
4. Designing patterns.
5. Cutting the cloth.
6. Stitching and checking quality.
Each stage involves tools, skills, strategies, and plans. True blue jeans are made out of 100% cotton,
including the threads used for stitching them. The most common dye used is synthetic indigo. Finally
the ready-to-wear blue jeans greet prospective buyers at retail outlets.
1: What were the steps denim went through before being used as
pants?
A: Denim was first used only to make sails. Later it was used to make pants for miners. Finally it is
now used to make blue jeans.
2: List out the evolution of blue jeans discussed in paragraphs 2 and 3.

A: Levi Strauss first used blue denim to stitch pants for miners. That was in 1850. Later, rivets
were added to jeans by a tailor, Jacob Devis. Later zipper joined jeans in the place of buttons.
Rivets changed their place on the jeans.
3: What are the steps in manufacturing the Denim fabric?

A: Manufacturing denim cloth involves three stages. In the first stage, ginned cotton is made into
cotton yarn. Secondly, the yarn is dyed in synthetic indigo several times. Finally, the yarn is woven
into denim fabric.
4: What is carding?
A: Carding is a process. Cotton is put through machines that have brushes with bent wire teeth.
These brushes clean, disentangle, straighten and gather together the cotton fibers. The brushes are
called cards. Hence the process is called as carding. Carded fibers are called slivers.
5: Denim is dyed……….(before being woven/After being woven).

A: Before being woven.
6: How is denim dyed?

A: Cotton yarn is made into large balls. They are called ball warps. They are dipped in indigo
mixture several times.
7: What is slashing? Why is it done?

A: Dyed yarn is coated with one of the many kinds of starchy substances. This process is called
slashing. Slashing makes the threads stronger and stiffer.
8: The yarn is woven on………(mechanized looms/ hand looms)?

A: Mechanized looms.
9: What is sanforising? Why is it done?

A: Woven denim cloth is preshrunk (washed to allow contracting). This process of shrinking before
stitching is called sanforising. Sanforising ensures that stitched jeans don’t shrink beyond tolerable
levels.
10: How is sewing done?

A: First, desired design is selected. Patterns from the design are cut from heavy paper. Pieces of
denim are cut with high speed cutting machines. Then, the pieces are stitched in an assembly line
fashion. After that, buttons, rivets and zippers are fixed.
11: What is the difference between prewashing and stone washing?

A: Prewashing involves washing in industrial detergents for a short time. This is to soften the
denim. But stone washing involves adding pumice (a kind of stone) to the load. This is done to give
the faded shade to the jeans.
UNIT 3 BLUE JEANS
Post-reading
1. Choose the correct answer.
a. ii b. iv c. ii d. iii
2. Here are the different stages in manufacturing jeans. Arrange them in the right
sequence.
c, e, j, h, g, i, b, d, a, f
Task 1
Here is a list of words starting with the prefix ‘bio-’, which means ‘life’. Find out what
these words mean. Use these words in sentences of your own.
1. biochemistry – a branch of science that studies the chemistry of living things
2. biography – the life story of a person written by someone else
3. biodegradable – being able to decay naturally without causing harm to the environment
4. biotechnology – using biological processes and organisms for industrial, medicinal and
other such purposes
5. biohazardous – a biological agent such as a pathogen or a chemical that may harm human
beings, animals and the environment
6. bioinformatics – the science of collecting and processing complex biological data such as
human genetic codes using computer technology
Task 2
Here is a list of words ending with the suffix ‘-phobia’. Find out what these words mean.
Use these words in sentences of your own.
1. hydrophobia – fear of water
2. claustrophobia – fear of closed spaces
3. agoraphobia – fear of going outside and staying in public spaces
4. xenophobia – fear of foreigners and their culture
5. photophobia – fear of light
6. acrophobia – fear of heights
Task 3
Complete these sentences choosing from the list of words and phrases above.
1. Copernicus proposed that it was the earth that went around the sun and not vice versa as
the people had thought so far.
2. In a quid pro quo arrangement, in exchange for a donation, the politician may
support a law that favours the gun manufacturing company.
3. The President has accused the national media of pursuing a vendetta against him.
4. The restaurant has a lavish buffet with authentic Indian dishes. If you do not like it, you
can go for an equally exciting a la carte menu of exquisite continental dishes.
5. The teacher made an inappropriate racial remark in the class. The students walked out en
masse in protest. Later the teacher apologised.
6. The fast food giant committed a serious faux pas when it refused to serve food to a man
clad in shirt and lungi.
7. We all use emojis efficiently on mobile phones, but do you know how to get them on
computers?
8. The actor is known for his impromptu lines in between the rehearsed dialogues and his
fans love him.
9. We bought a marble replica of Taj Mahal as a souvenir during our trip to Agra.
10. Many people died in the tsunami on the shores of the Indian Ocean in 2004.
Task 4
Rewrite these sentences placing the modifiers in the right place.
1. The student’s new books were bought online.
2. I slowly ate the lunch that the office boy had bought.
3. The student’s torn book was lying on the desk.
4. Simran just wanted to say ‘hi’ to the actor.
5. He tried to make nearly all of his teachers happy.
6. The children went to a museum yesterday.
Task 5
Explain the differences in meaning among sentences within each set.
1. (a) I always focus on dedication to work. – qualifies ‘what I do’
(b) I focus always on dedication to work. – qualifies ‘what I focus on’
(c) I focus on dedication to work always. – qualifies ‘dedication to work’
2. (a) Fortunately, Dev has worked on similar projects in the past. – qualifies the entire
sentence
(b) Dev has fortunately worked on similar projects in the past. – qualifies ‘worked’
(c) Dev has worked on similar projects fortunately in the past. – qualifies ‘in the past’
3. (a) Only John can write a novel like this. – qualifies ‘John’
(b) John can only write a novel like this. – qualifies ‘write’
(c) John can write only a novel like this. – qualifies ‘a novel like this’
Task 6
Identify whether the underlined verbs are in the present, the past or the future.
1. Present 2. Past 3. Future 4. Past 5. Present
Task 7
Identify the tense forms of the underlined verbs in these sentences.
1. Present perfect 2. Present perfect continuous 3. Present continuous
4. Present perfect 5. Simple present
Task 8
Fill in the blanks using the correct present tense form of the verbs given in brackets.
1. drives 2. have read 3. are attending
4. has been studying 5. has submitted
Task 9
Identify the tense of the underlined verbs.
1. Simple Past 2. Past Perfect 3. Past Perfect
4. Past Continuous 5. Past Perfect Continuous
Task 10
Fill in the blanks using verbs in the correct tense.
1. bought 2. learnt/learned/will learn/will be learning 3. lived
4. had started 5. had been taking
Task 11
Identify the tense of the underlined verbs in these sentences.
1. Simple Future 2. Future Perfect 3. Future Continuous
4. Future Continuous 5. Future Perfect Continuous
Task 12
Fill in the blanks in these sentences using the given verbs in the correct tense.
1. will get
2. will be writing
3. will have been studying
4. will give
5. will have finished
Task 13
Identify the errors in tenses in these sentences and correct them.
1. Last year, the football team had performed very poorly.
2. It appears that he is not satisfied with my response.
3. Time and tide wait for no man.
4. They were looking for a new direction when the merger of the companies took place. /
They are looking for a new direction when the merger of the companies takes place.
5. The university declared the result by the time the students completed their internship.
6. By this time next year, you will be completing your graduation.
7. He regretted his decision for the last two years.
8. The technician was testing the gadget when there was a short circuit.
9. Every Christmas Ryan goes home and spends time with his family.
10. The diagram below depicts what happens/happened when the profit margins drop
drastically within a year.
Task 14
Skim the following prospectus of a B-school quickly and answer the questions that follow.
1. Both (Teaching section does not use pronoun ‘you’ to refer to students directly)
2. a. Yes b. Yes c. Yes
3. Industry visits and tie-ups with top companies
4. Yes
5. True
6. False
7. Yes
8. Yes
9. No
10. True
Task 15
1. Now, scan the passage above carefully and find words that match these definitions.
a. plot b. pieces c. ordeal d. infer e. vivid
f. evolved g. strategy h. pugilist
a. Boxing and wrestling were popular in ancient India, though they were not general
hobbies of respectable men but the preserve of professional pugilists, who performed for
the amusement of the audience.
b. The bullfight was seen as an ordeal to test the manhood of young men, as girls who
watched the performance would choose their husbands from amongst the successful
competitors.
c. True
d. Polo, hockey, boxing, wrestling, archery and chess are some of the sports that have
survived the test of time and are still enjoyed in India today.
Task 16
Define the following terms. You may refer to a dictionary for help.
1. Eco-friendly office – an office which has adopted eco-friendly practices such as solar
energy, reduced paper usage, no plastic etc.
2. Disability friendly college – a college that has facilities such as ramps, lifts, special
washroom facilities et cetera for people with disabilities to help them move around
independently
3. Social media – an online platform where people share views, photographs and make
friends and interact with them
4. SUV – a type of light motor vehicle similar to a car but built for a high performance in
rugged terrains
5. Bar code – an electronic identification system – consisting of vertical bars of varying
width, which can be scanned by a laser – for goods
Task 17
Describe any one of the following objects.
alternative responses as well)
5. Description of mobile phone
I have a Lenovo Vibe P1 mobile phone. The dimensions of this are 71.8 mm × 141 mm × 9.5
mm. It has a 16 GB RAM, a quad core processor, an LED touchscreen, 1280 × 720 resolution
and HD recording. The primary camera is of 8 megapixels and the secondary camera is of 5
megapixels. It has Bluetooth support and can be connected to a Wi-Fi network.
There are many advantages of buying this device. This device has a huge battery of 5000 mAh
which does not require frequent charging. The power saver button also helps when the battery
is low; a charge of 15 provides a standby of around 7 hours. The device restricts data usage
through background app management. The memory is extendable up to 120 GB. Besides, one
gets 1.3 GB RAM at the first boot up. Also, lightweight back cover and a screen guard come
free of cost with the device. This saves about Rs 500. The device also has gravitation, light
and proximity sensors.
The disadvantages of this device are that it is a little heavy, has a non-removable battery, and
does not have a Gorilla glass. It is also difficult to place a micro SIM card in it. Besides, the
device has an average-quality camera, a single speaker, and takes around three hours to get
charged once it runs out of power. However, in this price range, this mobile phone is the best
choice as there is no need to carry power banks in order to keep the phone charged and
valuable data can be saved through various advanced features.
Task 18
Read the description of the structure seen in the image. Mark which of the aspects is
described in each line.
This is the Lingaraja Temple of Bhubaneshwar. It is made of sandstone (the material). The
tallest spire is in the shape of an elongated dome (shape and features). The structure next to
this dome is pyramid shaped and has horizontal layers of sandstone (shape and features).
Sturdy pillars support the triangular, temple-like roof of this structure (shape and features).
The outer walls of these structures are covered in sculptures of animals and humans (details
of the outer walls).
Task 19
In pairs, think of other details that you can add to the description by just looking at the
image from the previous task.
This architectural structure is horizontally-long with multiple adjoining towers. There are two
towers in the front and two turrets adjacent to the gate. The front part of the building has
bastions at the top. It also comprises four dome-shaped structures. The building has a big
courtyard as well.
Task 20
Look at the image carefully. Describe this structure in about five lines.
This is the Jama Masjid of Delhi. It is made of red sandstone and white marble. There are two
tall minarets on either side of the main building. In the centre is the arched gateway. There is
an open courtyard in front of the gateway. The main dome of the mosque is partially visible
behind the arch of the gateway. On either side of the large central dome, two smaller domes
are seen.
Task 21
Choose one of the following and write a descriptive paragraph in about 250-300 words.
5. The place I want to visit at least once in my lifetime.
I want to visit Iceland at least once in my lifetime. Iceland is a small island country in the
Atlantic ocean. Though it is midway between Europe and North America, it is politically a
part of Europe. In fact, it is Europe’s second largest island, after Great Britain. My interest
in Iceland lies in its volcanoes. The country has several active volcanoes. In fact, it was
created as a result of volcanic activity. As a result, Iceland has many geysers. The interior
of the Icelandic island consists of cold deserts. They are uninhabitable highlands that are
a combination of sand, mountains and lava.
To me, the other attraction in Iceland is the Northern Lights. Of course, this is visible from
many arctic countries such as Norway, Sweden and Finland. But in my opinion, it adds to the
tourism value of Iceland. In winters when it is very dark, the sky is lit up by these
multicoloured dancing lights that are a spectacle to behold.
With a host of natural wonders like geysers, glaciers, basalt stacks and of course the northern
lights, Iceland has seen a tourism boom in recent years. I want to visit this quaint country and
experience a natural landscape that is unique to its geographical and geological location. The
view that Iceland offers would not be available in any other part of the world.
Task 22
Choose any one of the following and write a description in about 300 words.
3. The incident which made me change my views about a teacher.
People wear masks and very often we know the mask and not the real person behind it.
However, once in a while an incident occurs that gives us a glimpse of the real person and it
completely changes our views about him/her.
I had a similar experience with the Dean of Academics in my college. Dr B R Yadav was
known to be a strict disciplinarian by everyone. He did not tolerate missed classes, rude
behaviour or poor grades. Our professors took full advantage of his image and routinely
packed us off to his office to explain ourselves when we missed our classes. That was the
experience we dreaded most throughout the three years of college.
I saw him only once after I had left college. My suitcase had just been stolen in a long
distance bus journey – a suitcase in which I was carrying all my educational certificates while
going for a job interview. When I reached my destination, I braced myself for some harsh
words and called Dr Yadav fully expecting a telling off for being careless. Instead, I found
that he was the most considerate person I’d ever known. His kind words and offer of support
to get a new copy of my certificates, made me see him as a person who was genuinely
concerned for his students. Unfortunately, he had to wear a mask to run the college well and
most students went through college without ever getting an opportunity of knowing the well-
wisher behind the mask. A chance incident, unfortunate though it was, changed my views
about Dr Yadav.
Task 23
Choose one of the following and write a paragraph in about 300 words.
3. Components of a desktop computer
A desktop computer has many components. Some of them are essential, without which the
computer cannot run. Some of them are optional – they are only needed if we want the
computer to perform some extra functions. Let us begin with the essential parts of a computer.
A desktop computer has four essential parts – the Central Processing Unit or the CPU, the
monitor, the keyboard and the mouse. The CPU is the brain of the computer. It is where the
data is stored in hard drives. It is also where the processor which helps run the computer is
located. The monitor is a display device. It converts inputs from the CPU into a visual form
that we can see and understand. The keyboard is an input device. It helps us to type
information. Using the keyboard we can gave various commands to the computer and have it
perform various operations. These may range from running a complex software to writing an
essay. The mouse is a pointing device. We use it to click and select options displayed on the
monitor.
The optional parts of a desktop computer are usually determined by users’ choices and
preferences. For example, if we want to listen to music on the computer we can add a set of
speakers to it. If we wish to take VOIP calls, we might need a headset with a microphone. A
UPS is recommended if one lives in a place that experiences frequent power cuts. In this way
a desktop computer with four basic parts can be customised to do much more depending on
the users’ needs and choices.
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UNIT – 4
WHAT SHOULD YOU BE EATING?
Summary
Weight loss industry is growing rapidly because of fast increasing obesity problem. Changing lifestyles
and fast food addiction contribute to obesity on a large scale. Healthy food habits can solve this problem
to a great extent. Consuming healthy carbohydrates controls blood sugar levels. Whole wheat, brown
rice, grains, oats, etc. provide us with healthy carbohydrates. Healthy fats and oils are essential for good
health. Olives, nuts, seeds, fatty fish, etc. supply us healthy fats. Fruits and vegetables should form a
good part of our food. They give us innumerable benefits. Fish, chicken and eggs are good source of
protein. Milk is good but excessive intake is harmful. Red meats, processed meats and butter are better
avoided. Refined grain, sugary drinks, sweets and salt are also bad for health. Quality of food is more
important than the quantity of food!.
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1. What are the two main factors that change your body weight?
A. Obesity or excessive body weight is a serious and worldwide problem these days. The two
main factors that change one’s body weight are
A) Lifestyle
B) Type and quantity of food consumed.
2. What is the connection between whole grains and insulin?

A. Whole grains provide us with healthy carbohydrates. Wholegrain take longer time for the body
to digest. That helps blood sugar levels and insulin change (rise/fall) gradually not suddenly.
3. How are potatoes different from other vegetables?

4. Potatoes are vegetables but they effect on blood sugar is like that of sweets hence they are
different from other vegetables.
5. What do you know about omega-3?

A. Omega-3 fatty acids are good for health. They help prevent heart diseases. Fish is a rich source
of omega-3 fatty acids.
6. Why should dairy products be consumed in moderation?

A. Dairy products have more calcium than what human body requires. Hence they should be
taken moderately.
7. Do you know of other sources of vitamin-D than the ones listed here?
A. Early morning sun light is one source of vitamin-D other sources are:
 Salmon fish
 Herring fish
 Cod liver oil
 Canned tuna
 Oysters
 Shrimp
 Egg Yolk
 Mushrooms
8. What happens in the body when you consume sugary drinks?
A. Sugary drinks increase blood sugar levels rapidly that result in diabetes which in turn leads to
many diseases.
9. List foods that contain high amount of sodium.
A. White bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, chips, cheeses and sauces have high levels of sodium.
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UNIT 4 WHAT SHOULD YOU BE EATING?
Warm Up
Plan a balanced meal using the table. The meal should have adequate amounts of
carbohydrates, protein, dairy, fibre and vitamins. The total number of calories in the meal
should not exceed 700.
Meals Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Food items Butter Boile Papaya Phulka Dal Stuffe Milk Papaya -
milk d d shake
egg tomato
Quantity 200 ml 1 ½ cup 2 1 50 gm 1 glass ½ cup -
Post-reading
1. Fill in the blanks.
a. iv b. iv c. iii
2. Why are processed foods and drinks popular among the youth, even though they
are harmful? List at least 4–5 reasons.
a. Processed foods and drinks uplift the mood, boost energy levels and make one feel
contented and relaxed.
b. They are tempting for people who have a busy lifestyle as they are time-saving.
c. They are easy to get and are available in all seasons and everywhere.
d. They come in cans and airtight bottles with added preservatives and can easily be stored.
Task 1
Sort these words in the table into acronyms and abbreviations and write their full forms.
Abbreviation/ Full forms

acronym
RAM acronym Random Access Memory
Mr abbreviation Mister
LASER acronym Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation
St abbreviation Saint
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Abbreviation/ Full forms

acronym
Dec abbreviation December
BBC acronym British Broadcasting Corporation
cent abbreviation Century
Task 2
Find out what these abbreviations/acronyms stand for.
DNA Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid LAN Local Area Network

SONAR Sound Navigation and Ranging FYI for your information
Sci-fi Science Fiction approx approximately
EU European Union LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas
sitcom situation comedy laser light amplification by
stimulated emission of
radiation
scuba self-contained underwater e.g. exempli gratia (for example)
breathing apparatus
NASA National Aeronautics and Space GIF Graphics Interchange Format
Administration
DNA Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid cont continued
i.e. id est (that is) RSVP Respondez S’il Vous
Plait (reply if you please)
TNT Trinitrotoluene VAT Value Added Tax
Task 3
Identify and delete the redundant words/phrases from these sentences.
1. In earlier days, there was a consensus that the Earth was flat.
2. The result of the rainwater harvesting initiatives was that the level of ground water
improved dramatically.
3. Imports during the financial year 2017-18 reduced considerably.
4. It is better that the assessments are postponed.
5. Edmund Halley the astronomer, compiled a chart on trade winds and monsoons in 1686.
6. This phone is a better choice because it has a RAM of 4 GB.
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Task 4
Rewrite these sentences avoiding the clichés used.
1. During the monsoon, the road behind my house should be avoided since it tends to get
waterlogged.
2. Ravi, who is always ahead of time, submitted his assignment much before the deadline.
3. Malpractice during the examinations will not be tolerated.
4. The movie was an exciting thriller.
5. Regular exercise and proper diet ensure that one remains healthy.
Task 5
Read the passage and complete the table.
Type Media Pros Cons

Magazines print • serve consumers • do not serve a small area
by interest and • glossy magazines
trade are expensive
• longer shelf • circulation in a small
life as market may not be cost-
compared to effective
newspapers
Radio sound a great way to reach the • difficult to remember what
target audience is heard
• the regular repetition
of message leads to a
significant increase in
the cost
Television audio- • extensive reach • TV advertisements are
visual • demonstration of generally expensive
ideas through sound,
sight, movement and
colour
• can demonstrate how
a product or service
works
Hoarding print • can be put up on • contain limited information
and transit buses, taxis and • advertising can be very
posters bicycles expensive for prime
• messages on large locations and supersized
billboards can get billboards
across with a lot of
impact
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Type Media Pros Cons

Direct print/ • more personal mailing list needs to be more
mail, electronic • cost-effective if sent precise for a better reach
catalogues directly to an email
and leaflets database
Online electronic • cost-effective way to cannot be used to reach
attract customers customers who do not have
• reach a global access to the Internet
audience at a low
cost
Task 6
Here are a few statements. Think of three reasons for each of these statements.
Discuss in pairs to see if your reasons match. One has been done for you.
b. The higher production costs for a visual medium like television and expensive
commercial slots make television a costlier way of advertising, as compared with radio
which uses only sound; television ensures a better reach as people watch television more
often than they listen to radio; an advertisement on television is easier to remember as
compared to a jingle on radio.
c. Newspapers have a short shelf life and, hence, the advertisements need to be printed on a
regular basis in order to attract customers; newspaper advertisements are less attractive;
people read news online increasingly and do not subscribe to newspapers.
d. Wrong estimation of the target audience may lead to improper circulation; direct mail
involves logistical difficulties and expenses; people often do not read unimportant mail.
e. Online advertising ensures better circulation as more and more people have started using
the Internet; it is cost-effective; it is attractive in terms of more dynamism in design and
interaction.
Task 7
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.
1. a. seeking evidence b. examining all sides of an issue

2. a. looking at the issue b. considering the problem c. examining evidence from all sides
d. taking action e. looking back to consider the outcome
3. a. Correct b. Incorrect c. Correct
d. Incorrect
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4. b. to see if something is suitable
5. a. imagined
Task 8
Write essays on the following topics in about 350-400 words each.
(This is an open-ended question. Possible responses are provided here. There could be
1. It is 9 PM and Gautam is trudging back home from work. He has a feeling of exhaustion
and fatigue. As he steps off the bus, he wonders why he feels like this while returning home
every evening. He believes he is overworked. Despite this, his manager pulls him up every
week for not having completed his tasks or for not having completed them well. Is Gautam
incompetent? He believes he is not. What then is the reason for this fatigue when half of the
items on his to-do list are incomplete?
The reason is time spent on social media. Gautam and many more young professionals like
him spend a lot of time at work hooked on to apps like Facebook, LinkedIn and Whatsapp.
The addictive nature of the social media platforms makes one oblivious to the amount of time
that one is spending on the platform. As a result, either the workday extends to accommodate
the unfinished tasks or bright minds turn into careless and sloppy professionals. Social media
platforms are the biggest reason for loss of productivity at work and are therefore considered
time wasters by both employers and experts. Unofficial reports indicate that the productivity
loss at the workplace due to social media alone is as high as 13 !
The indirect effect of social media is on the health of its users. Sleeplessness and anxiety
triggered by social media usage lowers employee productivity as professionals come to work
having had 4-5 hours of sleep every night. It affects the concentration of students and reduces
their attention span. In extreme cases, people’s visions are also affected.
One might argue that a lot of work can be completed via social media. For example, it gives a
ready customer base to small businesses. A lot of buying and selling can happen through
social media platforms. Social media can also be used as a learning tool or as mode of
networking. However, the benefits are little and dependent on the motivation of the user. In
comparison, the 13 loss of productivity is significant and companies are left clueless about
how to manage the menace.
2. The concept of artificial intelligence is the new buzzword in the world of technology. New
experiments are being conducted by universities and corporates alike and a whole body of
research is being created every week on this concept. While there is a lot of talk about how
machines with artificial intelligence or AI are going to make our lives easier, there is also a
whole lot of speculation about the ill effects that it is going to have on human society.
Machines using Artificial Intelligence can become a threat to human society. I agree with this
statement and here are some reasons as to why I agree with it.
Firstly, there is the threat of huge job cuts. Scientists and industry pundits predict that people
will not be required to do rote jobs any longer because robots will be able to do them just as
well, if not better. The percentage of people losing their livelihoods to robots could be as high
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as 40 by the year 2030! Robots will be able to drive cars, generate bills at supermarkets,
interpret financial data and work in assembly lines in factories. Where does all this leave the
human species?
There is another and bigger threat posed by the use of AI. Just like all scientific and
technological inventions, machines with AI are also liable to be misused by people with a
criminal bent of mind. In a world that is becoming more and more reliant on online
conveniences, digital security systems being exposed to newer AI threats can cause havoc.
Harassment, blackmail, theft, conspiracy theories can all be fed by the abuse of AI.
Lastly, it is necessary to point out that human society is at an existential risk from artificial
intelligence. This is a hypothesis that states that someday AI will achieve supremacy over
human beings and cause a global catastrophe. Human society will become dependent on AI
for its survival just like endangered species of plants and animals are currently dependent on
humans for their survival.
These reasons are valid and point to a less than happy future for the human race that can be
brought about by the ‘intelligence’ of machines without a conscience.
Task 10
Attempt a précis of the following passage.
Bad habits are behaviours that we internalise and carry on with. We should erase these
habits to improve the quality of our lives.
Firstly, we must learn to admit our mistakes, even though they might affect our self-esteem.
Secondly, we should stop entertaining negative thoughts about ourselves lest we
internalise them and become vulnerable to disorders like depression or anxiety. We must
find some positive thoughts to replace negative thoughts.
Thirdly, we should try to maintain a good posture. A good posture lifts our mood and
makes us confident. We must always keep our spine straight, look up and focus.
Fourthly, we must avoid multitasking in activities which require our complete attention.
In such cases, one or both the activities is adversely affected. To overcome this, we must
practice mindfulness.
Lastly, we should stop jumping to conclusions about other people, especially when they
are rude to us. We must consider possible alternative explanations. Sometimes the reason
for their anger is not related to us at all.
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UNIT-V
HOW A CHINESE BILLIONARE BUILT HER FORTUNE
Summary:
Ms zhou qunfei, the World’s richest self-made woman, was born as the youngest of three
children in a tiny village in china. Her mother died when she was just five. Her father a skilled
craftsman lost his eyesight and a finger in an industrial accident. That made young qunfei help
the family earn their livelihood .She stopped her education at 16 and joined a job required her
to work from 8am to 12 midnight, polishing glass. Unable to bear the stress and boredom she
resigned the job in just three months. Impressed by her good qualities her employer promoted
her later she established her own workshop that supplied lenses to watch companies’ .She
made her name as the quality lenses supplier. The advent of the mobile phone changed her
fortune. Beginning with Motorola’s, mobile giants like Nokia, Samsung and Apple placed
orders with zouh’s Lens Technology for glass screens. Billions poured in. She invested more
and more in expanding facilities, improving technologies and recruiting skilled man power.
She ran after quality never after name. Though she built up a huge empire she feels at home on
her factory floor running machines.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Who is the world’s richest self-made woman? What is the name of the company she
started?
A. Ms Zhou Qunfei is the world’s richest self-made woman. Born in a tiny village of china as
the youngest of three children, she started a company named “Lens Technology”.
2. Where is the ‘most at home’? What does it mean to be ‘most at home’?

A. Zhou Qunfei is most at home on her floor of her factory, dipping her hand in a tray of
water, to see if it is of the right temperature. ‘Most at home’ means ‘feel very happy’ or
‘at ease’
3. Where was she born? What was her childhood like?

A. Zhou Qunfei was born in a small village as youngest of three children. Her childhood was
not that happy. Her mother died when she was just five. Her father lost his eye sight and a
finger in an industrial accident. So, she had to work even as a child.
4. What does lens technology produce? Who are its biggest customers?
A. ‘LENS TECHNOLOGY’ produces lenses for watches and glass screens for mobile
phones. Motorola, HTC, Nokia, Samsung and apple are its biggest customers.
5. Why do you think Motorola approached lens technology and not any other lens
maker?
A. Motorola approached ‘lens technology’ as the company has a reputation for making
quality glass. Motorola also thought that glass screens for mobiles would be much better
than plastic screens. Hence Motorola approached lens technology for glass mobile screens
of good quality.
6. What are the processes that glass is put through in the factory?
A. In the factory, glass is first cut, and then it is ground down to size, later it is bored and
polished. After that the plates are strengthened in a potassium ion bath, and then painted
and cured. Finally, they are clean and coated with anti smudge and anti- reflection films.
7. What are the factors that help make Ms Zhou successful?

A. Zhou‘s hard work. Obsession with quality, charm and humility help her become
successful.
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UNIT 5 HOW A CHINESE BILLIONAIRE BUILT HER FORTUNE
Warm Up
1. Larry Page is an American computer scientist and an Internet entrepreneur who co-
founded Google Inc. with Sergey Brin in 1998.
2. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Google’s parent company, Alphabet Inc.
3. Both his parents were teachers of Computer Science.
4. He earned his undergraduate degree in Computer Science from the University of Michigan.
5. While studying at the University of Michigan, Larry Page made an inkjet printer using
LEGO Bricks.
Post-reading
1. Arrange the sentences in the order in which they appear in the passage.
e–b–f–c–g–d–a
2. Circle the qualities that Zhou Qunfei is seen to possess. Then find the lines in the
passage that support it.
Hard-working: ‘She landed a job that required her to work from 8 am to 12 pm, polishing glass.’
Demanding: ‘Ms Zhou is very hands-on with her job. She still tours the factory floor and sits
down at the machines to work them herself. This is her way of finding any faults in the
process or equipment that are in use. She expects the same amount of dedication from her
employees as well. Her employees know her to be fastidious and observant of the smallest
details. She notices a manager slouching at a meeting and asks him to sit straight.’
Obsessive: ‘Zhou is obsessive about the standards maintained in her factory. From her office,
a door leads to an apartment. She uses this apartment to rest, so that she can have access to the
factory floor day and night.’
Task 1
Fill in the blanks using suitable terms from the box.
1. GDP 2. catalyst 3. phishing 4. attachments 5. ultrasonic
6. quarterly 7. mergers 8. buoyancy 9. line manager 10. spam
Task 2
Match these terms with their meanings.
1-d 2-h 3-g 4-b
5-a 6-e 7-c 8-f
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Task 3
Identify the errors in the use of articles and prepositions in these sentences and correct
them. If there is no error write ‘No error’.
1. The media was caught spreading lies about the country’s top leader.
2. The board agreed with the CEO’s opinion on expanding the market. (No error)
3. The students are worried about the classes, because the textbooks are not yet available in
the market.
4. Freedom of speech is one of the fundamental rights guaranteed by our constitution. (No
error)
5. The school insists on our wearing a uniform all six days of the week.
6. The candidate’s answer sheets were re-evaluated and she became the topper.
7. A unique feature of our country is unity in diversity. (No error)
8. The cricketer was found guilty of tampering with the ball.
9. The farmers are protesting against the thermal power plant.
10. The actor apologised for his recent insensitive comments on social media.
11. Honesty is the best policy.
12. At the peak of his career, Dev resigned from his job and went back to his village.
13. The instructor told us to refer to our notes while doing assignments.
14. One needs to have an MBBS from a recognised university to become a doctor.
15. My mother is yet to recover from viral fever even after two weeks.
16. The Dravidian languages/Dravidian languages are spoken mainly in the southern states of
India.
17. Manoj has sent an invitation for his wedding.
18. Every student must carry the identity card always.
19. The doctor informed the patient’s relatives about the course of treatment.
20. France is a European country.
Task 4
Identify the errors in tenses in these sentences and correct them.
1. When I was walking in the park, I heard a loud noise.
2. Before I joined a US company, I had completed an internship at HYF Ltd.
3. Joseph is a lecturer in an engineering college.
4. Yesterday the students were talking loudly in the class while the teacher had dozed off.
5. I sing songs during parties for a livelihood.
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6. MNTE has been constructing this bridge since 2008 and it’s not complete still.
7. By the same time next year my sister will have been married.
8. When the teacher reminded me about the time, I had already completed the exam.
9. I like this new office cabin design.
10. During the next year, we will be building our new house.
11. Rita always hated night shifts but she had no other options.
12. The earth takes almost 24 hours for a single rotation on its own axis.
13. I have been waiting for the bus for the last two hours and I am really worried about
getting home.
14. After relocating to Kolkata from Hyderabad, my uncle is still adjusting to the new city.
15. We went to market and bought fruits and vegetables.
Task 5
Identify the errors in subject–verb and noun–pronoun agreement in these sentences and
correct them.
1. Some of the shoes in this shop are on discount. (‘some of the shoes’ is plural)
2. The committee decided to review its expenditure for the current financial year before
placing a request for additional funds. (‘committee’ is singular)
3. If anybody is not satisfied with the quality of the product, he/she/they* can ask for a
refund of his/her/their money. (‘anybody’ is a singular pronoun)
*Note: ‘They’ is preferable as it is gender neutral.
4. On seeing the old lady in the bus, one of the girls gave up her seat. (‘one of the girls’ is
the subject and is singular)
5. The list of the books required for the library is on my table. (‘list’ is singular)
6. Our college team is headed for the state-level match after a brilliant performance in the
district level knockout games. (‘team’ is singular)
7. The staff was requested to attend the meeting. (‘staff’ is singular)
8. Fifty percent of the stock was gutted in the fire. (‘stock’ is singular)
9. Either Mr Reddy or Mr Rao is going to be appointed chairperson of the committee.
(The subject indicates only one of the men will be appointed. Therefore, it is singular)
10. Marks & Spencers is a major British multinational retailer headquartered in London. (‘Marks
& Spencers’ is a brand name and so is singular)
Task 6
Rewrite these sentences after placing the modifiers in the right place.
1. The patient with a severe headache was referred to a doctor.
2. They served food wrapped in aluminum foil to the children.
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3. He drives the taxi for nearly eight hours every day.

4. My sister has one child only.
5. Unfortunately, I can take only three students to the conference.
6. The tall soldier with the beard led the parade.
7. I bought a used car with a damaged windscreen from an online site.
8. Sam asked me over the phone to go for a ride with him.
9. The results will be known only after all the votes have been counted.
10. The pedestrian walking on the footpath was hit by a car.
Task 7
Identify and eliminate the clichés and redundancies in these sentences. Rewrite the
sentences in the space given.
1. We decided to combine our resources to tackle the problem.
2. I was certain that this was the correct route to the library.
3. I couldn’t hear the instructions clearly. Could you repeat them please?
4. The conference organisers replied to my mail saying that they would be able to fund my
trip.
5. First, I’d like to draw your attention to the first item on the agenda.
6. Ultimately, it is the budget which will decide whether we would add additional systems
to our existing facility.
7. I don’t think it would be advisable to take the short cut to Golconda Fort.
8. This story has been fabricated by the media.
9. The agenda of the meeting should be circulated to all team members.
10. The lawyer suggested that we add a clause to the agreement.
Task 8
Read this passage and answer the questions that follow.
1. The Google Self-driving Car project involves the development of technology to run
driverless electric cars.
2. Google Chauffeur is a software that helps run the driverless car.
3. Google Chauffeur is fitted with sensors that can ‘see’ everything around the car. It can
also make a search about aspects of driving. It captures minute details. This is why
Sebastian Thurn describes it as a ‘perfect driving mechanism’.
4. Examples of human factors involved in driving include maintaining one’s lane,
holding the right body position and anticipating traffic.
5. prototype
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Task 9
1. The Greek word ‘klon’ means to create new plants from buds and twigs of existing plants.
2. J B S Haldane is credited with the use of the word ‘clone’ in the sense of creating
duplicates of human beings. He is a geneticist and science writer as well.
3. The title of the speech given by Haldane in 1963 is ‘Biological Possibilities for the
Human Species of the Next Ten Thousand Years’.
4. Today, cloning is widely used for selective assisted breeding of animals.
5. clone
Task 10
Read this passage and tick the correct option to answer the questions that follow.
1. b 2. a 3. a 4. b 5. b
Task 11
1. At the time of the Great Depression, people were going through a lot of suffering because
of the recession. They needed to feed their imagination with heroes who would see them
through the troubled times. Newspaper comic strips of superheroes provided just that.
2. The two scientific and technological breakthroughs of the twentieth century mentioned in
the passage are Albert Einstein’s theories on the nature of the universe and pioneering
activities of airmen and women.
3. Meanings:
a. utopian – a perfect world
b. pseudoscientific – falsely scientific
4. The superheroes mentioned here are Superman and Spiderman.
5. Stories about the pseudoscientific backgrounds of the superheroes made them more
realistic to their audience.
Task 12
These extracts are from a report on Bt Brinjal. Decide which section of the report each
extract has been taken from.
1. Introduction
2. Methods
3. Introduction
4. Acknowledgements
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5. Conclusion
6. References
7. Title page
8. Conclusion
Task 13
Read and decide if these sentences are suitable or unsuitable, based on their construction,
for inclusion in a report. Give reasons for your choice. One has been done for you.
2.1 – no, uses informal language (contractions)
2.2 – yes, uses formal language
3.1 – yes, explains acronyms
3.2 – no, does not explain acronyms
4.1 – no, uses direct speech
4.2 – yes, uses indirect speech
5.1 – yes, is crisp and precise
5.2 – no, is convoluted, uses redundancies
THE END
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St. PETER’S ENGINEERING

Giving Wings to Thoughts

1: Why was Raman awarded the Nobel Prize?

2: According to Raman, why is the sea blue in color?

UNIT 1 THE RAMAN EFFECT

2. Answer these questions.

2. movable 3. crystallise 4. magnetic 5. nationalism 6. delivery

7. advertisement 8. spacious 9. frighten 10. assessment

2. un- + palatable = unpalatable 3. suffocate + -ion = suffocation

1. We are expecting around 1000 - 2000 people for the wedding. 

3. The player was thinking of deciding on his retirement.

ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE IN INDIA

Question and Answers:

3: What is a Jataka story?

4: How did the Gandhara style emerge?

5: What are the charecteristics of the Gandhara style?

6: Name two other indigenous styles of architecture?

7: Name some places known for their cave architechture?

8: What are rock-cut temples? Name some famous rock-cut temples.

9: Name some of the major dynasty of South India.

UNIT 2 ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE IN INDIA

2. Complete the table by mentioning the architectural contributions of the various

Dynasties Architectural contributions

2. Answer these questions.

Choose the best alternative/s.

Answer these questions.

Sub: Request for brochure with details of insurance policies

I am a student of Aeronautical Engineering studying at IIT, Delhi. I am in my second

egarding the delivery of a damaged phone

The Dean of Academics

Mr. Satyapal Acharya

Sub: Request for ‘Intern Assessment’ Report

Personal details: Date of birth: 27 January 1992

2: List out the evolution of blue jeans discussed in paragraphs 2 and 3.

3: What are the steps in manufacturing the Denim fabric?

5: Denim is dyed……….(before being woven/After being woven).

6: How is denim dyed?

7: What is slashing? Why is it done?

8: The yarn is woven on………(mechanized looms/ hand looms)?

9: What is sanforising? Why is it done?

10: How is sewing done?

11: What is the difference between prewashing and stone washing?

WHAT SHOULD YOU BE EATING?

2. What is the connection between whole grains and insulin?

3. How are potatoes different from other vegetables?

5. What do you know about omega-3?

6. Why should dairy products be consumed in moderation?

Meals Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Abbreviation/ Full forms

Abbreviation/ Full forms

DNA Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid LAN Local Area Network

Type Media Pros Cons

Type Media Pros Cons

1. a. seeking evidence b. examining all sides of an issue

HOW A CHINESE BILLIONARE BUILT HER FORTUNE

2. Where is the ‘most at home’? What does it mean to be ‘most at home’?

3. Where was she born? What was her childhood like?

7. What are the factors that help make Ms Zhou successful?