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NTS-X L.T. 5 
NATIONAL TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION, 2015-16 
STATE LEVEL EXAMINATION – QUESTION BOOKLET 
LANGUAGE TESTING  
CLASS X  
ENGLISH 
 
 
Time : 45 Minutes     Maximum Marks : 50 
 
 
 
Single Correct Choice Type 
 
Each question has four choices  (1), (2), (3) and (4), out of which ONLY ONE is correct. 
Direction (Q No 1 to 4) 
Read the passages and answer the questions given below it: 
The world over, nations have been vying to attract tourist. And yet a huge section of the intelligentsia is convinced that 
more the tourists, the corresponding is the decline in pristine nature of the place. Parrot island, in the calm and balmy 
waters of Andaman is one such place that has escaped the heard of tourists. 
No wonder, that the trimmed lush green mangroves and green meadows bordering the sea, it is nature at its best. 
Untouched and virgin miles of beach that are answer to the prayers of those seeking solace in the arms of mother 
nature. 
Gifted with the combination of serenity and solitude, bluish backwater, which is neither flowing not stagnant, Parrot island 
is balm for the soul. Here the approach to the island is a pleasure. Five small islands from a stunning visage as one 
approaches this island. It is strange to see such a beautiful and gorgeous place, enhanting ambience and yet so largely 
unexplored. Naturally, I felt I was one the only luckiest spectator that evening, when I saw beautiful visage of the five 
islands.From Nilambur jetty, there is option of travelling to parrot island and the nereby Limestone caves. It take 20 
minutes boat ride from the Nilambur Jetty to parrot island. Without meandering, I can say with certainity that parrot Island 
is a must visit for all Indians. As the evening sun descends downs, the sky spreading a crimson colour which at times 
looks likes a mix of orange, pink and purple light. Be one with this island for witnessing they early sunrise parrots flocking 
together in search their paradise. Visit the paradise 
 
1. According to intellectuals, increasing number of tourists, leads to….. 
 (1) more attractions for tourists destinations (2) increase in the number of tourists 
 (3) decline in the pristine nature of the place (4) betterment of tourists facilities 
 
2. The passage is about….. 
 (1) Tourism in general (2) Parrot Island 
 (3) Nilambur Jetty (4) Effects of tourism 
 
3. Which of the given is not mentioned as a special features of the parrot Island? 
 (1) largely explored place (2) calm and balmy waters 
 (3) enchanting ambience (4) serenity and solitude  
 
4. Which word in the passage means ‘feeling of emotional comfort? 
 (1) balmy (2) virgin 
 (3) meandering (4) solace 
   
 
SECTION A 
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NTS-X L.T. 5 
NATIONAL TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION, 2015-16 
STATE LEVEL EXAMINATION – QUESTION BOOKLET 
LANGUAGE TESTING  
CLASS X  
ENGLISH 
 
 
Time : 45 Minutes     Maximum Marks : 50 
 
 
 
Single Correct Choice Type 
 
Each question has four choices  (1), (2), (3) and (4), out of which ONLY ONE is correct. 
Direction (Q No 1 to 4) 
Read the passages and answer the questions given below it: 
The world over, nations have been vying to attract tourist. And yet a huge section of the intelligentsia is convinced that 
more the tourists, the corresponding is the decline in pristine nature of the place. Parrot island, in the calm and balmy 
waters of Andaman is one such place that has escaped the heard of tourists. 
No wonder, that the trimmed lush green mangroves and green meadows bordering the sea, it is nature at its best. 
Untouched and virgin miles of beach that are answer to the prayers of those seeking solace in the arms of mother 
nature. 
Gifted with the combination of serenity and solitude, bluish backwater, which is neither flowing not stagnant, Parrot island 
is balm for the soul. Here the approach to the island is a pleasure. Five small islands from a stunning visage as one 
approaches this island. It is strange to see such a beautiful and gorgeous place, enhanting ambience and yet so largely 
unexplored. Naturally, I felt I was one the only luckiest spectator that evening, when I saw beautiful visage of the five 
islands.From Nilambur jetty, there is option of travelling to parrot island and the nereby Limestone caves. It take 20 
minutes boat ride from the Nilambur Jetty to parrot island. Without meandering, I can say with certainity that parrot Island 
is a must visit for all Indians. As the evening sun descends downs, the sky spreading a crimson colour which at times 
looks likes a mix of orange, pink and purple light. Be one with this island for witnessing they early sunrise parrots flocking 
together in search their paradise. Visit the paradise 
 
1. According to intellectuals, increasing number of tourists, leads to….. 
 (1) more attractions for tourists destinations (2) increase in the number of tourists 
 (3) decline in the pristine nature of the place (4) betterment of tourists facilities 
 
2. The passage is about….. 
 (1) Tourism in general (2) Parrot Island 
 (3) Nilambur Jetty (4) Effects of tourism 
 
3. Which of the given is not mentioned as a special features of the parrot Island? 
 (1) largely explored place (2) calm and balmy waters 
 (3) enchanting ambience (4) serenity and solitude  
 
4. Which word in the passage means ‘feeling of emotional comfort? 
 (1) balmy (2) virgin 
 (3) meandering (4) solace 
   
 
SECTION A 
     
  
 
  
Direction (Q No 5 to 8) 
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below it: 
True Grit : 
“Parth S. Sutaria, 44 Panvel, Mumbai 
“The day that was : July 25, 2005 
“Awarded for; Drawing a flood Trapped family to safety 
The rain refused to let up, The ground-floor of the building, inside the ONGC colony at Panvel, was already flooded with 
water and the level was rising by the minute. At 7 P.M, the power went off, plunging the entire area into darkness. By that 
time , the water had risen from ground-level to a height of five feet. Parth and his mother were busy packing, afraid that 
they might have to vacate their firstfloor flat , too. His father, a finance manager with ONGC, was struck on this way 
home. Suddenly they heard screams and banging. Parth rushed downstairs and waded through the  water neck-deep by 
this time-towards the ground-floor flat. Their door, he found out, was stuck and with the water-level rising alarmingly the 
trapped family faced an ominuous future. Parth found a piece of log from a neighbor and began to hammer on the door. 
“People from the entire building had come down, but just stood paralysed,” he says. After a while, the mesh gave way 
but the main door still wouldn’t open. By this time the water came almost up to his mouth. “I don’t remember anything,” 
he says “ Just that door and the children crying inside and that I had to get them out” After many more heaves. The top 
half splintered and fell through. The family was pulled out to safety. Not surprisingly, it is the army and its spirit of service 
that the admires the most.  
5. Which natural calamity is the heroic deed related to? 
 (1) five outbreak (2) floods 
 (3) rising water level (4) family trapped in a house 
 
6. For which act of bravery was Parth awarded 
 (1) Saving a family trapped inside a house (2) Surviving the flood and coming out safe 
 (3) Notifying the authorities about the flood (4) Leaving the flood affected area with his mother 
 
7. Why was the entire area plunged in darkness? 
 (1) Lights were switched off (2) There was a short circuit due to water 
 (3) Power failure because of heavy rainfall (4) Reason not mentioned in the passage 
 
8. The word “Ominous’ means 
 (1) bad omen (2) unpredictable 
 (3) bright (4) unknown+ 
 
Direction (Q No 9 to 12) 
Read the passage and answer the questions given below it: 
More than 175 sepcies of bird can be seen in and around the city. Painted stork and black Ibins are considered nearly 
threatended birds species as per international standards. But these birds can still be seen near Pune. However, their 
number is reducing rapidly. Birds likes lesser Flamingos have wanished, while species like jungle crow and Black winged 
stilt are seen everywhere. These are birds indicate the high level of pollution in the city. 
The disappearing of hills and forest, air and water pollution are the major factors and this. The situation will worsen in the 
near future. The rapid increase in the population will lead to further encroachment on bird habitals. Big trees which are 
nesting areas for larger birds, are being cut to widen roads and build residential complexes, By law, it is compulsory for 
builders to replant trees if they have had to cut trees for building purpose. However the builder lobby is least bothered 
about tree plantation and they are given excused after their grease palms 
It is high time we ensure that the right environment is created for the protection of birds. Birds are trying to adjust to their 
surroundings and all they need is a little support from us. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stipulates that is the duty 
of every citizen to protect the environment. However, we care only about our rights and conveniently forget our duties. 
 
9. Which of the given birds is not an endangered species? 
 (1) Painted stork (2) Black Ibis 
 (3) Black Winged Stilt (4) Lesses Flamingos 
 
10. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stresses upon……. 
 (1) tree plantation (2) right environment for bird protection 
 (3) high level of pollution  (4) duty of the citizen to protect the environment 
 
11. It is compulsory for…. To replant the trees they have cut 
 (1) builders (2) citizens 
 (3) government (4) environmentalists 
 
12. Which of the given is a major reason for reduction in the number of birds? 
 (1) disappearing hills and forests (2) air and water pollution 
 (3) both (1) and (2) are correct (4) neither (1) nor (2) is correct 
 
Direction (Q No 13 to 14) 
The following five sentences from a paragraph. The first and last sentences are given. Choose the order in which three 
sentences (PQR) should appear to complete the paragraph: 
13. S1: The product was launched six months back. 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
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NTS-X L.T. 5 
NATIONAL TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION, 2015-16 
STATE LEVEL EXAMINATION – QUESTION BOOKLET 
LANGUAGE TESTING  
CLASS X  
ENGLISH 
 
 
Time : 45 Minutes     Maximum Marks : 50 
 
 
 
Single Correct Choice Type 
 
Each question has four choices  (1), (2), (3) and (4), out of which ONLY ONE is correct. 
Direction (Q No 1 to 4) 
Read the passages and answer the questions given below it: 
The world over, nations have been vying to attract tourist. And yet a huge section of the intelligentsia is convinced that 
more the tourists, the corresponding is the decline in pristine nature of the place. Parrot island, in the calm and balmy 
waters of Andaman is one such place that has escaped the heard of tourists. 
No wonder, that the trimmed lush green mangroves and green meadows bordering the sea, it is nature at its best. 
Untouched and virgin miles of beach that are answer to the prayers of those seeking solace in the arms of mother 
nature. 
Gifted with the combination of serenity and solitude, bluish backwater, which is neither flowing not stagnant, Parrot island 
is balm for the soul. Here the approach to the island is a pleasure. Five small islands from a stunning visage as one 
approaches this island. It is strange to see such a beautiful and gorgeous place, enhanting ambience and yet so largely 
unexplored. Naturally, I felt I was one the only luckiest spectator that evening, when I saw beautiful visage of the five 
islands.From Nilambur jetty, there is option of travelling to parrot island and the nereby Limestone caves. It take 20 
minutes boat ride from the Nilambur Jetty to parrot island. Without meandering, I can say with certainity that parrot Island 
is a must visit for all Indians. As the evening sun descends downs, the sky spreading a crimson colour which at times 
looks likes a mix of orange, pink and purple light. Be one with this island for witnessing they early sunrise parrots flocking 
together in search their paradise. Visit the paradise 
 
1. According to intellectuals, increasing number of tourists, leads to….. 
 (1) more attractions for tourists destinations (2) increase in the number of tourists 
 (3) decline in the pristine nature of the place (4) betterment of tourists facilities 
 
2. The passage is about….. 
 (1) Tourism in general (2) Parrot Island 
 (3) Nilambur Jetty (4) Effects of tourism 
 
3. Which of the given is not mentioned as a special features of the parrot Island? 
 (1) largely explored place (2) calm and balmy waters 
 (3) enchanting ambience (4) serenity and solitude  
 
4. Which word in the passage means ‘feeling of emotional comfort? 
 (1) balmy (2) virgin 
 (3) meandering (4) solace 
   
 
SECTION A 
     
  
 
  
Direction (Q No 5 to 8) 
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below it: 
True Grit : 
“Parth S. Sutaria, 44 Panvel, Mumbai 
“The day that was : July 25, 2005 
“Awarded for; Drawing a flood Trapped family to safety 
The rain refused to let up, The ground-floor of the building, inside the ONGC colony at Panvel, was already flooded with 
water and the level was rising by the minute. At 7 P.M, the power went off, plunging the entire area into darkness. By that 
time , the water had risen from ground-level to a height of five feet. Parth and his mother were busy packing, afraid that 
they might have to vacate their firstfloor flat , too. His father, a finance manager with ONGC, was struck on this way 
home. Suddenly they heard screams and banging. Parth rushed downstairs and waded through the  water neck-deep by 
this time-towards the ground-floor flat. Their door, he found out, was stuck and with the water-level rising alarmingly the 
trapped family faced an ominuous future. Parth found a piece of log from a neighbor and began to hammer on the door. 
“People from the entire building had come down, but just stood paralysed,” he says. After a while, the mesh gave way 
but the main door still wouldn’t open. By this time the water came almost up to his mouth. “I don’t remember anything,” 
he says “ Just that door and the children crying inside and that I had to get them out” After many more heaves. The top 
half splintered and fell through. The family was pulled out to safety. Not surprisingly, it is the army and its spirit of service 
that the admires the most.  
5. Which natural calamity is the heroic deed related to? 
 (1) five outbreak (2) floods 
 (3) rising water level (4) family trapped in a house 
 
6. For which act of bravery was Parth awarded 
 (1) Saving a family trapped inside a house (2) Surviving the flood and coming out safe 
 (3) Notifying the authorities about the flood (4) Leaving the flood affected area with his mother 
 
7. Why was the entire area plunged in darkness? 
 (1) Lights were switched off (2) There was a short circuit due to water 
 (3) Power failure because of heavy rainfall (4) Reason not mentioned in the passage 
 
8. The word “Ominous’ means 
 (1) bad omen (2) unpredictable 
 (3) bright (4) unknown+ 
 
Direction (Q No 9 to 12) 
Read the passage and answer the questions given below it: 
More than 175 sepcies of bird can be seen in and around the city. Painted stork and black Ibins are considered nearly 
threatended birds species as per international standards. But these birds can still be seen near Pune. However, their 
number is reducing rapidly. Birds likes lesser Flamingos have wanished, while species like jungle crow and Black winged 
stilt are seen everywhere. These are birds indicate the high level of pollution in the city. 
The disappearing of hills and forest, air and water pollution are the major factors and this. The situation will worsen in the 
near future. The rapid increase in the population will lead to further encroachment on bird habitals. Big trees which are 
nesting areas for larger birds, are being cut to widen roads and build residential complexes, By law, it is compulsory for 
builders to replant trees if they have had to cut trees for building purpose. However the builder lobby is least bothered 
about tree plantation and they are given excused after their grease palms 
It is high time we ensure that the right environment is created for the protection of birds. Birds are trying to adjust to their 
surroundings and all they need is a little support from us. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stipulates that is the duty 
of every citizen to protect the environment. However, we care only about our rights and conveniently forget our duties. 
 
9. Which of the given birds is not an endangered species? 
 (1) Painted stork (2) Black Ibis 
 (3) Black Winged Stilt (4) Lesses Flamingos 
 
10. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stresses upon……. 
 (1) tree plantation (2) right environment for bird protection 
 (3) high level of pollution  (4) duty of the citizen to protect the environment 
 
11. It is compulsory for…. To replant the trees they have cut 
 (1) builders (2) citizens 
 (3) government (4) environmentalists 
 
12. Which of the given is a major reason for reduction in the number of birds? 
 (1) disappearing hills and forests (2) air and water pollution 
 (3) both (1) and (2) are correct (4) neither (1) nor (2) is correct 
 
Direction (Q No 13 to 14) 
The following five sentences from a paragraph. The first and last sentences are given. Choose the order in which three 
sentences (PQR) should appear to complete the paragraph: 
13. S1: The product was launched six months back. 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
     
  
 
  
 S3: ……………………………………………………. 
 S4: ……………………………………………………. 
 S5: The company now may bring down the price. 
 P: One of the reasons is that it is costly 
 Q: It is one of its kind in India 
 R: However the marketing reports are not good. 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) QRP 
 (3) RPQ (4) RQP 
 
14. S1: Rajiv wanted to become a doctor 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
 S3: ……………………………………………………. 
 S4: ……………………………………………………. 
 S5: He put away enough money to pay his first year fees. 
 P: They could not afford the fees 
 Q: Undaunted, he pursued a job in the dockyard 
 R: However, he came from a poor family. 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) QPR 
 (3) PRQ (4) RPQ 
 
Direction (Q No 15 to 16) 
The following questions have the second sentences missing. Choose the appropriate alternative to complete it. 
 
15. A: Sheela woke up late 
 B: ……………………………………………………. 
 C: So, by the time she reached school, it hade already started  
 (1) She took he time to get ready (2) She got ready in a hurry 
 (3) She missed her school bus, as she was late (4) She had her breakfast 
 
16. A: We arrived at work on Monday 
 B: ……………………………… 
 C: So, we immediately informed the police 
 (1) Things were as we had left them on Friday (2) We found that someone had burgled the office 
 (3) We saw that the phone was not working (4) We were unable to open the lock 
 
Direction (Q No 17 to 21) 
Choose the correct word and fill in the blanks: 
 
17. One who leaves mankind is called a…. 
 (1) Philanthropist (2) Misanthropist 
 (3) Kind (4) Philosopher 
 
18. A building for lodging of soldiers is….. 
 (1) Camp (2) station 
 (3) Barrack (4) Battalion 
 
19. If someone oppose others all the time you call him…. 
 (1) Soldier (2) Fighter 
 (3) Protangonist (4) Antagonist 
 
20. A long journey specially by sea is a ….. 
 (1) Voyage (2) Odyssey 
 (3) safari (4) Flight 
 
21. When a ruler is autocratic, he is…. 
 (1) Co-operative (2) Dictatorial 
 (3) Inspirational (4) Charitable 
 
Direction (Q No 22 to 25) 
Choose the correct meaning of the idioms and phrases: 
 
22. At wit’s end: 
 (1) impoverished (2) annoyed 
 (3) completed (4) preplexed 
 
23. Out of the blue: 
 (1) angrily (2) quietly 
 (3) unexpectedly (4) revengefully 
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NTS-X L.T. 5 
NATIONAL TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION, 2015-16 
STATE LEVEL EXAMINATION – QUESTION BOOKLET 
LANGUAGE TESTING  
CLASS X  
ENGLISH 
 
 
Time : 45 Minutes     Maximum Marks : 50 
 
 
 
Single Correct Choice Type 
 
Each question has four choices  (1), (2), (3) and (4), out of which ONLY ONE is correct. 
Direction (Q No 1 to 4) 
Read the passages and answer the questions given below it: 
The world over, nations have been vying to attract tourist. And yet a huge section of the intelligentsia is convinced that 
more the tourists, the corresponding is the decline in pristine nature of the place. Parrot island, in the calm and balmy 
waters of Andaman is one such place that has escaped the heard of tourists. 
No wonder, that the trimmed lush green mangroves and green meadows bordering the sea, it is nature at its best. 
Untouched and virgin miles of beach that are answer to the prayers of those seeking solace in the arms of mother 
nature. 
Gifted with the combination of serenity and solitude, bluish backwater, which is neither flowing not stagnant, Parrot island 
is balm for the soul. Here the approach to the island is a pleasure. Five small islands from a stunning visage as one 
approaches this island. It is strange to see such a beautiful and gorgeous place, enhanting ambience and yet so largely 
unexplored. Naturally, I felt I was one the only luckiest spectator that evening, when I saw beautiful visage of the five 
islands.From Nilambur jetty, there is option of travelling to parrot island and the nereby Limestone caves. It take 20 
minutes boat ride from the Nilambur Jetty to parrot island. Without meandering, I can say with certainity that parrot Island 
is a must visit for all Indians. As the evening sun descends downs, the sky spreading a crimson colour which at times 
looks likes a mix of orange, pink and purple light. Be one with this island for witnessing they early sunrise parrots flocking 
together in search their paradise. Visit the paradise 
 
1. According to intellectuals, increasing number of tourists, leads to….. 
 (1) more attractions for tourists destinations (2) increase in the number of tourists 
 (3) decline in the pristine nature of the place (4) betterment of tourists facilities 
 
2. The passage is about….. 
 (1) Tourism in general (2) Parrot Island 
 (3) Nilambur Jetty (4) Effects of tourism 
 
3. Which of the given is not mentioned as a special features of the parrot Island? 
 (1) largely explored place (2) calm and balmy waters 
 (3) enchanting ambience (4) serenity and solitude  
 
4. Which word in the passage means ‘feeling of emotional comfort? 
 (1) balmy (2) virgin 
 (3) meandering (4) solace 
   
 
SECTION A 
     
  
 
  
Direction (Q No 5 to 8) 
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below it: 
True Grit : 
“Parth S. Sutaria, 44 Panvel, Mumbai 
“The day that was : July 25, 2005 
“Awarded for; Drawing a flood Trapped family to safety 
The rain refused to let up, The ground-floor of the building, inside the ONGC colony at Panvel, was already flooded with 
water and the level was rising by the minute. At 7 P.M, the power went off, plunging the entire area into darkness. By that 
time , the water had risen from ground-level to a height of five feet. Parth and his mother were busy packing, afraid that 
they might have to vacate their firstfloor flat , too. His father, a finance manager with ONGC, was struck on this way 
home. Suddenly they heard screams and banging. Parth rushed downstairs and waded through the  water neck-deep by 
this time-towards the ground-floor flat. Their door, he found out, was stuck and with the water-level rising alarmingly the 
trapped family faced an ominuous future. Parth found a piece of log from a neighbor and began to hammer on the door. 
“People from the entire building had come down, but just stood paralysed,” he says. After a while, the mesh gave way 
but the main door still wouldn’t open. By this time the water came almost up to his mouth. “I don’t remember anything,” 
he says “ Just that door and the children crying inside and that I had to get them out” After many more heaves. The top 
half splintered and fell through. The family was pulled out to safety. Not surprisingly, it is the army and its spirit of service 
that the admires the most.  
5. Which natural calamity is the heroic deed related to? 
 (1) five outbreak (2) floods 
 (3) rising water level (4) family trapped in a house 
 
6. For which act of bravery was Parth awarded 
 (1) Saving a family trapped inside a house (2) Surviving the flood and coming out safe 
 (3) Notifying the authorities about the flood (4) Leaving the flood affected area with his mother 
 
7. Why was the entire area plunged in darkness? 
 (1) Lights were switched off (2) There was a short circuit due to water 
 (3) Power failure because of heavy rainfall (4) Reason not mentioned in the passage 
 
8. The word “Ominous’ means 
 (1) bad omen (2) unpredictable 
 (3) bright (4) unknown+ 
 
Direction (Q No 9 to 12) 
Read the passage and answer the questions given below it: 
More than 175 sepcies of bird can be seen in and around the city. Painted stork and black Ibins are considered nearly 
threatended birds species as per international standards. But these birds can still be seen near Pune. However, their 
number is reducing rapidly. Birds likes lesser Flamingos have wanished, while species like jungle crow and Black winged 
stilt are seen everywhere. These are birds indicate the high level of pollution in the city. 
The disappearing of hills and forest, air and water pollution are the major factors and this. The situation will worsen in the 
near future. The rapid increase in the population will lead to further encroachment on bird habitals. Big trees which are 
nesting areas for larger birds, are being cut to widen roads and build residential complexes, By law, it is compulsory for 
builders to replant trees if they have had to cut trees for building purpose. However the builder lobby is least bothered 
about tree plantation and they are given excused after their grease palms 
It is high time we ensure that the right environment is created for the protection of birds. Birds are trying to adjust to their 
surroundings and all they need is a little support from us. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stipulates that is the duty 
of every citizen to protect the environment. However, we care only about our rights and conveniently forget our duties. 
 
9. Which of the given birds is not an endangered species? 
 (1) Painted stork (2) Black Ibis 
 (3) Black Winged Stilt (4) Lesses Flamingos 
 
10. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stresses upon……. 
 (1) tree plantation (2) right environment for bird protection 
 (3) high level of pollution  (4) duty of the citizen to protect the environment 
 
11. It is compulsory for…. To replant the trees they have cut 
 (1) builders (2) citizens 
 (3) government (4) environmentalists 
 
12. Which of the given is a major reason for reduction in the number of birds? 
 (1) disappearing hills and forests (2) air and water pollution 
 (3) both (1) and (2) are correct (4) neither (1) nor (2) is correct 
 
Direction (Q No 13 to 14) 
The following five sentences from a paragraph. The first and last sentences are given. Choose the order in which three 
sentences (PQR) should appear to complete the paragraph: 
13. S1: The product was launched six months back. 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
     
  
 
  
 S3: ……………………………………………………. 
 S4: ……………………………………………………. 
 S5: The company now may bring down the price. 
 P: One of the reasons is that it is costly 
 Q: It is one of its kind in India 
 R: However the marketing reports are not good. 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) QRP 
 (3) RPQ (4) RQP 
 
14. S1: Rajiv wanted to become a doctor 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
 S3: ……………………………………………………. 
 S4: ……………………………………………………. 
 S5: He put away enough money to pay his first year fees. 
 P: They could not afford the fees 
 Q: Undaunted, he pursued a job in the dockyard 
 R: However, he came from a poor family. 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) QPR 
 (3) PRQ (4) RPQ 
 
Direction (Q No 15 to 16) 
The following questions have the second sentences missing. Choose the appropriate alternative to complete it. 
 
15. A: Sheela woke up late 
 B: ……………………………………………………. 
 C: So, by the time she reached school, it hade already started  
 (1) She took he time to get ready (2) She got ready in a hurry 
 (3) She missed her school bus, as she was late (4) She had her breakfast 
 
16. A: We arrived at work on Monday 
 B: ……………………………… 
 C: So, we immediately informed the police 
 (1) Things were as we had left them on Friday (2) We found that someone had burgled the office 
 (3) We saw that the phone was not working (4) We were unable to open the lock 
 
Direction (Q No 17 to 21) 
Choose the correct word and fill in the blanks: 
 
17. One who leaves mankind is called a…. 
 (1) Philanthropist (2) Misanthropist 
 (3) Kind (4) Philosopher 
 
18. A building for lodging of soldiers is….. 
 (1) Camp (2) station 
 (3) Barrack (4) Battalion 
 
19. If someone oppose others all the time you call him…. 
 (1) Soldier (2) Fighter 
 (3) Protangonist (4) Antagonist 
 
20. A long journey specially by sea is a ….. 
 (1) Voyage (2) Odyssey 
 (3) safari (4) Flight 
 
21. When a ruler is autocratic, he is…. 
 (1) Co-operative (2) Dictatorial 
 (3) Inspirational (4) Charitable 
 
Direction (Q No 22 to 25) 
Choose the correct meaning of the idioms and phrases: 
 
22. At wit’s end: 
 (1) impoverished (2) annoyed 
 (3) completed (4) preplexed 
 
23. Out of the blue: 
 (1) angrily (2) quietly 
 (3) unexpectedly (4) revengefully 
     
  
 
  
 
24. In round numbers: 
 (1) roughly (2) strictly 
 (3) maximum (4) approximately 
 
25. Few and far between: 
 (1) rare (2) simple 
 (3) different (4) frequent 
 
Direction (Q No 26 to 33) 
In the following passage, there are some numbered blanks. Fill in the blanks by choosing the appropriate word from the 
given options: 
Pleasure and pain are inseparable facets (26)….human existence. While the experience of out well-being is rather vague 
and intangible, (27) …….. of pain is real and affects our body, mind and spirit, (28) ……. Our lives in more ways than 
one. Pain is an unpleasant experience caused by tissue damage that (29) ……from  physical trauma, burns, illness or 
injury. Despite the agony caused (30) ……. Pain, it is essential (31) …….. our survival. Pain (32) …….. an alarm bell, 
(33) ….. you to pay immediate attention to take action  
26. (1) in (2) on 
 (3) of (4) by 
 
27. (1) experiencing (2) experience 
 (3) experiences (4) experienced 
 
28. (1) alter (2) alters 
 (3) altered (4) altering 
 
29. (1) resulted (2) is resulting 
 (3) result (4) results 
 
 
30. (1) by (2) on 
 (3) in (4) of 
 
31. (1) of (2) for 
 (3) with (4) by 
 
32. (1) rang (2) is ringing 
 (3) rung (4) rings 
 
33. (1) alerted (2) alerting 
 (3) alerts (4) alert 
 
Direction (Q No 34 to 37) 
Choose the appropriate word and fill in the blanks: 
34. The… mother tooks lots of efforts to bring up her children. 
 (1) anxious (2) anxiety 
 (3) anxiously (4) anxiousness 
 
35. A curious things about the….. of motion films, is that the people who made it were not interested in films. 
 (1) develop (2) developing 
 (3) developement (4) to develop 
 
36. The police say untidiness should not be a reason …. People to avoid subways. 
 (1) by (2) because 
 (3) to (4) for 
 
37. Most dogs snarl ….. you pull their fail. 
 (1) unless (2) if 
 (3) because (4) since 
 
Direction (Q No 38 to 40) 
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word: 
 
38. Abundance 
 (1) Magnificent (2) Scarcity 
 (3) Magnanimous (4) Rare 
 
39. Conquer: 
 (1) Victorious (2) winner 
 (3) Defeated (4) Surrender 
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NTS-X L.T. 5 
NATIONAL TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION, 2015-16 
STATE LEVEL EXAMINATION – QUESTION BOOKLET 
LANGUAGE TESTING  
CLASS X  
ENGLISH 
 
 
Time : 45 Minutes     Maximum Marks : 50 
 
 
 
Single Correct Choice Type 
 
Each question has four choices  (1), (2), (3) and (4), out of which ONLY ONE is correct. 
Direction (Q No 1 to 4) 
Read the passages and answer the questions given below it: 
The world over, nations have been vying to attract tourist. And yet a huge section of the intelligentsia is convinced that 
more the tourists, the corresponding is the decline in pristine nature of the place. Parrot island, in the calm and balmy 
waters of Andaman is one such place that has escaped the heard of tourists. 
No wonder, that the trimmed lush green mangroves and green meadows bordering the sea, it is nature at its best. 
Untouched and virgin miles of beach that are answer to the prayers of those seeking solace in the arms of mother 
nature. 
Gifted with the combination of serenity and solitude, bluish backwater, which is neither flowing not stagnant, Parrot island 
is balm for the soul. Here the approach to the island is a pleasure. Five small islands from a stunning visage as one 
approaches this island. It is strange to see such a beautiful and gorgeous place, enhanting ambience and yet so largely 
unexplored. Naturally, I felt I was one the only luckiest spectator that evening, when I saw beautiful visage of the five 
islands.From Nilambur jetty, there is option of travelling to parrot island and the nereby Limestone caves. It take 20 
minutes boat ride from the Nilambur Jetty to parrot island. Without meandering, I can say with certainity that parrot Island 
is a must visit for all Indians. As the evening sun descends downs, the sky spreading a crimson colour which at times 
looks likes a mix of orange, pink and purple light. Be one with this island for witnessing they early sunrise parrots flocking 
together in search their paradise. Visit the paradise 
 
1. According to intellectuals, increasing number of tourists, leads to….. 
 (1) more attractions for tourists destinations (2) increase in the number of tourists 
 (3) decline in the pristine nature of the place (4) betterment of tourists facilities 
 
2. The passage is about….. 
 (1) Tourism in general (2) Parrot Island 
 (3) Nilambur Jetty (4) Effects of tourism 
 
3. Which of the given is not mentioned as a special features of the parrot Island? 
 (1) largely explored place (2) calm and balmy waters 
 (3) enchanting ambience (4) serenity and solitude  
 
4. Which word in the passage means ‘feeling of emotional comfort? 
 (1) balmy (2) virgin 
 (3) meandering (4) solace 
   
 
SECTION A 
     
  
 
  
Direction (Q No 5 to 8) 
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below it: 
True Grit : 
“Parth S. Sutaria, 44 Panvel, Mumbai 
“The day that was : July 25, 2005 
“Awarded for; Drawing a flood Trapped family to safety 
The rain refused to let up, The ground-floor of the building, inside the ONGC colony at Panvel, was already flooded with 
water and the level was rising by the minute. At 7 P.M, the power went off, plunging the entire area into darkness. By that 
time , the water had risen from ground-level to a height of five feet. Parth and his mother were busy packing, afraid that 
they might have to vacate their firstfloor flat , too. His father, a finance manager with ONGC, was struck on this way 
home. Suddenly they heard screams and banging. Parth rushed downstairs and waded through the  water neck-deep by 
this time-towards the ground-floor flat. Their door, he found out, was stuck and with the water-level rising alarmingly the 
trapped family faced an ominuous future. Parth found a piece of log from a neighbor and began to hammer on the door. 
“People from the entire building had come down, but just stood paralysed,” he says. After a while, the mesh gave way 
but the main door still wouldn’t open. By this time the water came almost up to his mouth. “I don’t remember anything,” 
he says “ Just that door and the children crying inside and that I had to get them out” After many more heaves. The top 
half splintered and fell through. The family was pulled out to safety. Not surprisingly, it is the army and its spirit of service 
that the admires the most.  
5. Which natural calamity is the heroic deed related to? 
 (1) five outbreak (2) floods 
 (3) rising water level (4) family trapped in a house 
 
6. For which act of bravery was Parth awarded 
 (1) Saving a family trapped inside a house (2) Surviving the flood and coming out safe 
 (3) Notifying the authorities about the flood (4) Leaving the flood affected area with his mother 
 
7. Why was the entire area plunged in darkness? 
 (1) Lights were switched off (2) There was a short circuit due to water 
 (3) Power failure because of heavy rainfall (4) Reason not mentioned in the passage 
 
8. The word “Ominous’ means 
 (1) bad omen (2) unpredictable 
 (3) bright (4) unknown+ 
 
Direction (Q No 9 to 12) 
Read the passage and answer the questions given below it: 
More than 175 sepcies of bird can be seen in and around the city. Painted stork and black Ibins are considered nearly 
threatended birds species as per international standards. But these birds can still be seen near Pune. However, their 
number is reducing rapidly. Birds likes lesser Flamingos have wanished, while species like jungle crow and Black winged 
stilt are seen everywhere. These are birds indicate the high level of pollution in the city. 
The disappearing of hills and forest, air and water pollution are the major factors and this. The situation will worsen in the 
near future. The rapid increase in the population will lead to further encroachment on bird habitals. Big trees which are 
nesting areas for larger birds, are being cut to widen roads and build residential complexes, By law, it is compulsory for 
builders to replant trees if they have had to cut trees for building purpose. However the builder lobby is least bothered 
about tree plantation and they are given excused after their grease palms 
It is high time we ensure that the right environment is created for the protection of birds. Birds are trying to adjust to their 
surroundings and all they need is a little support from us. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stipulates that is the duty 
of every citizen to protect the environment. However, we care only about our rights and conveniently forget our duties. 
 
9. Which of the given birds is not an endangered species? 
 (1) Painted stork (2) Black Ibis 
 (3) Black Winged Stilt (4) Lesses Flamingos 
 
10. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stresses upon……. 
 (1) tree plantation (2) right environment for bird protection 
 (3) high level of pollution  (4) duty of the citizen to protect the environment 
 
11. It is compulsory for…. To replant the trees they have cut 
 (1) builders (2) citizens 
 (3) government (4) environmentalists 
 
12. Which of the given is a major reason for reduction in the number of birds? 
 (1) disappearing hills and forests (2) air and water pollution 
 (3) both (1) and (2) are correct (4) neither (1) nor (2) is correct 
 
Direction (Q No 13 to 14) 
The following five sentences from a paragraph. The first and last sentences are given. Choose the order in which three 
sentences (PQR) should appear to complete the paragraph: 
13. S1: The product was launched six months back. 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
     
  
 
  
 S3: ……………………………………………………. 
 S4: ……………………………………………………. 
 S5: The company now may bring down the price. 
 P: One of the reasons is that it is costly 
 Q: It is one of its kind in India 
 R: However the marketing reports are not good. 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) QRP 
 (3) RPQ (4) RQP 
 
14. S1: Rajiv wanted to become a doctor 
 S2: ……………………………………………………. 
 S3: ……………………………………………………. 
 S4: ……………………………………………………. 
 S5: He put away enough money to pay his first year fees. 
 P: They could not afford the fees 
 Q: Undaunted, he pursued a job in the dockyard 
 R: However, he came from a poor family. 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) QPR 
 (3) PRQ (4) RPQ 
 
Direction (Q No 15 to 16) 
The following questions have the second sentences missing. Choose the appropriate alternative to complete it. 
 
15. A: Sheela woke up late 
 B: ……………………………………………………. 
 C: So, by the time she reached school, it hade already started  
 (1) She took he time to get ready (2) She got ready in a hurry 
 (3) She missed her school bus, as she was late (4) She had her breakfast 
 
16. A: We arrived at work on Monday 
 B: ……………………………… 
 C: So, we immediately informed the police 
 (1) Things were as we had left them on Friday (2) We found that someone had burgled the office 
 (3) We saw that the phone was not working (4) We were unable to open the lock 
 
Direction (Q No 17 to 21) 
Choose the correct word and fill in the blanks: 
 
17. One who leaves mankind is called a…. 
 (1) Philanthropist (2) Misanthropist 
 (3) Kind (4) Philosopher 
 
18. A building for lodging of soldiers is….. 
 (1) Camp (2) station 
 (3) Barrack (4) Battalion 
 
19. If someone oppose others all the time you call him…. 
 (1) Soldier (2) Fighter 
 (3) Protangonist (4) Antagonist 
 
20. A long journey specially by sea is a ….. 
 (1) Voyage (2) Odyssey 
 (3) safari (4) Flight 
 
21. When a ruler is autocratic, he is…. 
 (1) Co-operative (2) Dictatorial 
 (3) Inspirational (4) Charitable 
 
Direction (Q No 22 to 25) 
Choose the correct meaning of the idioms and phrases: 
 
22. At wit’s end: 
 (1) impoverished (2) annoyed 
 (3) completed (4) preplexed 
 
23. Out of the blue: 
 (1) angrily (2) quietly 
 (3) unexpectedly (4) revengefully 
     
  
 
  
 
24. In round numbers: 
 (1) roughly (2) strictly 
 (3) maximum (4) approximately 
 
25. Few and far between: 
 (1) rare (2) simple 
 (3) different (4) frequent 
 
Direction (Q No 26 to 33) 
In the following passage, there are some numbered blanks. Fill in the blanks by choosing the appropriate word from the 
given options: 
Pleasure and pain are inseparable facets (26)….human existence. While the experience of out well-being is rather vague 
and intangible, (27) …….. of pain is real and affects our body, mind and spirit, (28) ……. Our lives in more ways than 
one. Pain is an unpleasant experience caused by tissue damage that (29) ……from  physical trauma, burns, illness or 
injury. Despite the agony caused (30) ……. Pain, it is essential (31) …….. our survival. Pain (32) …….. an alarm bell, 
(33) ….. you to pay immediate attention to take action  
26. (1) in (2) on 
 (3) of (4) by 
 
27. (1) experiencing (2) experience 
 (3) experiences (4) experienced 
 
28. (1) alter (2) alters 
 (3) altered (4) altering 
 
29. (1) resulted (2) is resulting 
 (3) result (4) results 
 
 
30. (1) by (2) on 
 (3) in (4) of 
 
31. (1) of (2) for 
 (3) with (4) by 
 
32. (1) rang (2) is ringing 
 (3) rung (4) rings 
 
33. (1) alerted (2) alerting 
 (3) alerts (4) alert 
 
Direction (Q No 34 to 37) 
Choose the appropriate word and fill in the blanks: 
34. The… mother tooks lots of efforts to bring up her children. 
 (1) anxious (2) anxiety 
 (3) anxiously (4) anxiousness 
 
35. A curious things about the….. of motion films, is that the people who made it were not interested in films. 
 (1) develop (2) developing 
 (3) developement (4) to develop 
 
36. The police say untidiness should not be a reason …. People to avoid subways. 
 (1) by (2) because 
 (3) to (4) for 
 
37. Most dogs snarl ….. you pull their fail. 
 (1) unless (2) if 
 (3) because (4) since 
 
Direction (Q No 38 to 40) 
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word: 
 
38. Abundance 
 (1) Magnificent (2) Scarcity 
 (3) Magnanimous (4) Rare 
 
39. Conquer: 
 (1) Victorious (2) winner 
 (3) Defeated (4) Surrender 
     
  
 
  
 
40. Flexible: 
 (1) Rigid (2) Still 
 (3) Deep (4) Unfortunate 
 
Direction (Q No 41 to 44) 
Read the passage, that morning too I stepped out onto our veranda to take in some air. Looking around, my glance fell 
on a bundle of green in a corner of the veranda. It was parrot; its awkward twitching indicated that it was alive. Even as I 
approached it the parrot made no effort to fly away. Parrots are intermittent visitors to our veranda but always skitter 
away it you get to close to them. It was obviously wounded in some way. I picked it up. 
I expect we named it Hariya because of its bright green plumage, and it became a family pet. A cage more to protect 
Hariya from predators than to keep him imprisoned. In fact , we often let him out of his carge, so he could fly away if he 
wanted to. Hariya just didn’t seem to want to. It was only after many days that we realized that he had never shown an 
urge to fly. 
One day I took Hariya in my hands and gently examined him more thoroughly than we had ever done. To my horror I 
found that his wings had been stitched up with every fine plastic thread that was almost invisible to the naked eye. 
Someone had obviously taken great pains to ensure that Hariya couldn’t fly. 
Removing those threads was a very was a very difficult task-it took me a whole week because it had to be done gently 
and slowly. It was only Hariya’s faith and confidence in me that allowed it to happen. As I removed the last thread. Hariya 
squawked and fluffed his suddenly free wings. Then his neck swiveled and he just started at me. Ha=riya’s eyes seemed 
to be shining 
41. Hariya remained with the writer’s family through he was not caged all the time because: 
 (1) he did not seem to want to go (2) he never showed an urge to fly 
 (3) he was a family pet and he liked it (4) his wings were stitched up 
 
42. Which quality of Hariya helped the writer to removes the stitches? 
 (1) he had a bright green plumage  
 (2) he had faith and confidence in the author 
 (3) he was wounded and weak  
 (4) he did not have an urge to fly and so remained calm 
 
43. He had never shown an urge to fly. 
 (Replace the underlined word with a synonym) 
 (1) impulse (2) courage 
 (3) desire (4) ability 
 
44. What were the indicators of the bird being alive? 
 (1) it made no efforts to fly away (2) it was twitching awkwardly 
 (3) it was an intermittent visitor (4) the writer could pick it up 
 
Direction (Q No 45) 
The following five sentences from a paragraph. The first and last sentences are given. Choose the order in which the 
three sentences (PQR) should appear to complete the paragraph: 
 
45. S1: A family had a very faithful dog. 
 S2: ……………………………………. 
 S3: …………………………………… 
 S4: …………………………………… 
 S5: The master patted the dog lovingly 
 P: Once a massive fire broke out in the house 
 Q: The dog burnt himself but brought the child out of the house 
 R: Everyone ran out but a small child was left in the house 
 Options: 
 (1) PQR (2) PRQ 
 (3) QRP (4) RPQ 
 
Direction (Q No 46) 
The following questions has the second sentences missing. Choose the correct alternative to complete it. 
 
46. A: One day Rama was playing with his friends in an open area 
 B: …………………………………………………………………………. 
 C: All the other boys fied from there except Rama who stayed to help 
 (1) All of a sudden a leopard appeared and attacked one of the boys  
 (2) He was twelve years old 
 (3) The leopard retaliated  
 (4) He was a very brave and helpful boy. 
 
Direction (Q 47 No 50) 
Do as directed: