Value Based Questions Class X English

Marks: 5 Class X Word Limit: 100 wds.

VIRTUALLY TRUE

1. “Dear Michael, it said. Thank you! I am not sure how it happened, but thanks. You saved my life.”

Even though Michael did not know Shultz personally, he made every attempt to save him.

What values did Michael display?

Value Points

  Compassion

  Empathy

  Never give up attitude

  Concern for the other

  Responsible citizen, helping a fellow citizen.

  

2. Answering a reporter’s question as to what the family was going to do next, Mr. Shultz said that they were off to stock up on some games.

Computers, especially computer games, are a rage with children as well as adults. They play an important role in our lives but they are also a major distraction and have their hazards. In about 150 words, write an article on the hazards of addiction and how to overcome it.

Value Points

Technology here to stay – move with times

Advantages – education, entertainment, stress buster

Disadvantages – addiction, distraction, one becomes anti-social, affects health, games inculcate violence

Need to exercise self-control – strike a balance

Time management

SHADY PLOT

3. The foundation of any long-lasting relationship is trust. Comment on this statement with reference to the character of Lavinia from the story A Shady Plot.

Value Points

 Mutual trust key to a healthy relationship

 Helps prevent suspicion and discord

 Improves understanding

 Strengthens the bond

4. Traitor, traitor. “Why she says it’s you, Mr. Hallock. What does she mean? ….. Lavinia stopped and began to look at me through narrowed lids.

Do you think Lavinia is justified in basing her suspicions on the Ouija Board? Give reasons for your answer.

Value Points

Superstitions are irrational and misleading

 No concrete evidence

 Relationships based on trust and faith - need to be developed and nurtured

 Talk things out face to face to clarify matters

Ghost not referring to John and Lavinia, but to his using the Ouija Board when he had promised to dissuade others from using them

PATOL BABU, FILM STAR

5. ‘Remember one thing Patol; however small a part you’re offered, never consider it beneath your dignity to accept it. As an artist your aim should be to make the most of your opportunity, and squeeze the last drop of meaning out of your lines. A play involves the work of many and it is the combined effort of many that makes a success of the play.’

Some time back you had received a letter from your friend from Bangalore in which he had mentioned how upset he was when he was not given any role to perform in the Annual function but given a back stage duty. After reading the above lines you decide to write a reply to his letter advising him to change his attitude as no work is mean.

Value Points

 Dignity of labour

 Make the most of the opportunity that comes your way

 Team work – giving due credit to individuals

 Shouldering responsibility

 Respect / acknowledgement / appreciation of others

 A man is judged not by his position / status / the work assigned, but his performance

6. Patol Babu glanced at the paper and found a single word had been scrawled on it – ‘Oh’. ….. Sosanko said, “What’s the matter Grandpa? You don’t seem too pleased.”

Inspite of his initial disappointment, Patol Babu came to terms with what was offered to him and finally achieved satisfaction and happiness.

Write an article for your school magazine entitled – Take challenges in your stride.

Value Points

 Accept challenges life throws at you - will be able to overcome even toughest obstacle

 Enables you to realize your potential

 Challenges expose your weaknesses and strengths

 Work on weaknesses to overcome them

 Knowledge of your strengths give confidence