SOLUTION OF CSS MOCK PAPER: ENGLISH (PRECIS & COMPOSITION)
I. Precis Writing
Title: The Double-Edged Sword of Digital Communication
Précis:
The digital age has transformed communication, offering speed over letters. While efficient, it lacks the personal essence of handwritten letters.
II. Reading Comprehension
1. What is the main theme of the passage?
The main theme of the passage is the importance of environmental conservation and the challenges we face in ensuring it.
2. List two challenges mentioned in the passage.
Deforestation and pollution.
3. Why is there an urgent need to protect our planet?
There's an urgent need due to the escalating effects of climate change.
4. How can a significant difference be made?
A significant difference can be made through global cooperation and local initiatives.
5. What does the term 'buzzword' imply in the context?
In the context, 'buzzword' implies a popular or trending term that might be frequently used but not always with genuine commitment or understanding.
III. Grammar and Vocabulary
1. had studied
2. which
3. in
4. down
5. kind
6. easy
IV. Sentence Correction
1. They enjoy playing football in the park.
2. She doesn't like chocolate ice cream.
3. I have two brothers and one sister.
4. Please open the window; it's hot inside.
5. You and I are best friends.
V. Grouping of Words
Joy - Elation
Sadness - Despondency
Glee - Jubilation
Sorrow - Melancholy
Mirth - Gloom
1. Accept/Except
Accept: To receive something willingly.
Sentence: I will accept your apology.
Except: Not including or other than.
Sentence: Everyone is going except John.
2. Affect/Effect
Affect: To influence or make a difference to.
Sentence: The weather affects my mood.
Effect: A change that results from an action or other cause.
Sentence: The effect of the drug was immediate.
3. Principle/Principal
Principle: An accepted or professed rule of action or conduct.
Sentence: She stands by her principles.
Principal: A person who has controlling authority.
Sentence: The principal of the school spoke at the assembly.
4. Stationary/Stationery
Stationary: Not moving.
Sentence: The car remained stationary.
Stationery: Writing materials.
Sentence: I bought some stationery for school.
5. Complement/Compliment
Complement: Something that completes or brings to perfection.
Sentence: The sauce is a perfect complement to the chicken.
Compliment: A polite expression of praise or admiration.
Sentence: He gave her a compliment on her dress.
VII. Translation
1. I go to the Friday market every day.
2. This book contains useful information.
3. They are my old friends.
4. The weather is pleasant.
5. I have eaten the rice.