Solved Questions- 1: Narrative Writing | Class 11 English Grammar PDF Download

Q.1. You were always afraid of going into a lake or river at any picnic because of your fear of water. Narrate the incident which made you overcome this fear in 150-200 words.

Overcoming My Fear

Learning something new can be a scary experience. One of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do was learning how to swim. I was always afraid of water, but I decided that swimming was an important skill that I should learn. I also thought it would be good exercise and help me to become physically stronger. What I didn’t realise was that learning to swim would also make me a more confident person.
New situations always make me a bit nervous, and my first swimming lesson was no exception. After I changed into my bathing suit in the locker room, I stood timidly by the side of the school swimming pool waiting for the swimming coach and other students to show up.
After a couple of minutes, the coach came over. He smiled and introduced himself, and two more students joined us. Although they were both older than me, they didn’t seem to be embarrassed about not knowing how to swim. I began to feel more at ease. This incident helped me to overcome the fear of water that I had earlier.

Q.2. You were one of the passengers of an ill-fated plane that was hijacked by the terrorists. Sum up your experience and the main incidents before you were released. You may use 150-200 words.

HIJACKED IN AIR

[Archana, XI A]

Amritsar, 1 January 20XX

I was one of the passengers on the Delhi bound IA-814 plane. It was a fine, cool December evening. The sky was cloudless. It was about 5.30 p.m. on 28th December. Suddenly we heard a gruff loud voice. It asked the passengers to stay still. The air-hostesses turned pale with fear. The male crew appeared clueless. Gradually, the truth dawned on me. The plane had been hijacked by the terrorists. I felt tense and helpless. The terrorists directed the captain to divert the flight to Lahore and then to Kandhar. We were held as pawns. The hijackers demanded the release of five hard-core terrorists and ransom in crores. They threatened to gun down the passengers. We had a harrowing experience. We had to keep our heads between our knees. None dared to open his mouth. One young man who dared to enter into an argument was murdered brutally. This frightened us all. The atmosphere of tension, trouble, and harassment prevailed for five days. Somehow, the hard-hearted terrorists softened a bit. They released women and children. Being a girl, I was one of the persons to be let off and allowed to go to the airport building. Later on, I learnt that male passengers were put to trouble before the demands of the terrorists were fulfilled. This experience left a permanent scar on my heart.

Q.3. Your grandmother completed eighty years of her age on August 16, 2010. Celebrating her 80th birthday was an event for the family. Describe the event in your words (150-200 words) mentioning the following points:
— preparations for the occasion
— people who gathered
— honour given to the grandmother
— her reactions to the occasion
— her personality—smart, witty, etc.
— your reactions

GRANDMA TURNS EIGHTY

[Ankur, XI A]

Sixteenth August was a grand occasion for our family. My grandmother had turned eighty that day. We organised a family get-together. Messages had been sent to all my uncles, aunts and cousins. The ancestral home was decorated with flowers. A puja was performed in the temple. Then the main function began in the sitting room. It was a very cheerful occasion. All my uncles, aunts and cousins gathered under one roof. She was seated in a high arm chair. My uncle honoured her with a beautiful shawl. Then my parents presented her an almond coloured silk saree. Then came the turn of youngsters. She appreciated all the gifts presented to her and blessed us. She is still smart, witty and energetic. Words of wit and wisdom dropped like honey from her lips. Dressed in her usual orange coloured dress, she appeared like a divine personality. Since I was the youngest member of the family, I received love and affection from everyone. Sometimes I felt as if it was my birthday.

Q.4. Describe in about 150-200 words your experiences when you were caught in a shower of rain. The following points may help you in writing the paragraph: weather cloudy—no umbrella—heavy showers—thoroughly drenched—shivering—cold and confined to bed.

CAUGHT IN A SHOWER OF RAIN

[Sumit, XI B]

It was 27th July. I was returning home after a hot humid day. Suddenly the weather turned cloudy. Soon it began to drizzle. I had no umbrella, as it was clear in the morning. I continued walking. Soon the drizzle changed into heavy showers. There was no shelter available. I had no option but to walk back home in the rain. I had no respite. The rain gained in intensity. Soon strong winds began to blow. I hoped that it would lessen the fury of rain gods and the sky would become clear. I prayed to god to rescue me in this hour of distress. I was shocked to find that the sky had turned darker and gloomier and it was raining so hard and in big drops as if a cloud had burst on me. I was shaken to the spine, still I did not lose faith in my self. Myself confidence enlivened my spirits and I decided to continue walking. By the time I reached home, I was thoroughly drenched. I was shivering with cold. I was confined to bed for four days. I had to swallow bitter pills and stay in bed.

Q.5. You are Sushant/Shrishti. You participated in a charity show (which was) recently conducted by your school in aid of the flood-affected people of Andhra Pradesh. Recount your experiences in about 150-200 words.

CHARITY SHOW TO AID FLOOD VICTIMS
[fry Sushant/Shristhi]

Our school recently conducted a charity show in aid of the flood-affected people of Andhra. The plight of helpless victims of the flood who had lost their homes and material possessions was heart-rending. We the students, realised our responsibility and resolved to help the unfortunate victims of the vagaries of nature. We presented a gala variety entertainment programme in the townhall at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday evening. The entry was by donor cards only. The response from parents and patrons was overwhelming. The hall was full when the curtain was raised and our school choir presented a welcome song. Then I addressed the audience and explained the purpose of holding this show. This brief speech was followed by a variety of entertainment programmes. The clappings at the end of each item showed that the audience liked it. Then our Principal made a fervant appeal to the public to donate generously to help the victims of nature. A sum of ₹ 3.6 lacs was raised by this show. This was handed over to the honorable Chief Minister.

Q.6. You celebrated your birthday on 4th April. It was a great event for you. Describe the event in about 150-200 words mentioning the following points:
The day, morning celebrations—religious worships-prayers; evening—party at Gaylord’s: invitees; greetings; birthday presents; cake-cutting ceremony; high tea served; cultural programme; thanks.

HOW I CELEBRATED MY BIRTHDAY
[by XYZ]

My birthday falls on the 4th April. This year too it was a gala event. Grandpa had arranged a ‘havan’. The priests offered religious worship to the family gods and prayed for my long life. At 6 in the evening I welcomed my friends and relatives at the Gaylord’s. They greeted me with the words “Many happy returns of the day!” They also gave me birthday presents. As I cut the cake all the invitees sang in a chorus: “Happy birthday to you.” I offered them pieces of cake. Then dainty dishes and tea were served. It was followed by a brief but entertaining cultured programme. We had a jolly good time. I thanked all my friends and relatives for their kind visit and good wishes. Thus my birthday was celebrated in both the ways—traditional as well as modem. I sought the blessings of family gods and elders. I also enjoyed the fun of dancing and singing with my peers. At the end of the day, I was dead tired. So I retired to bed early. I had only one regret—Birthday come only once a year.

Q.7. You have fond memories of your grandfather who passed away recently. Narrate your experiences with him in 150-200 words.

My Fabulous Grandpa

Who, in your life, is so vivid in your memory that you could describe him or her without a second thought? For me, it’s my grandpa. When I was small, I couldn’t say “Dada”, so I used to just call him ‘Da’.
To all the grandchildren, Da was full of fun and games. We all remember his favourite expressions, the ones that would pop out each time we saw him. We often overheard his little squabbles with my Dad. “No way, Sunil!” Da would yell; in response, we would shout back, “Yes way, Sunil!” and burst into giggles.
My older siblings and cousins would tell Da about the school, or ballet, or basketball, and just when they got well into the story, he’d roar, “Really?” with a huge smile on his face. Da helped us remember that life should be fun and can be enjoyed, whatever your age or status. We are missing him terribly.

Q.8. You heard some agonising cries from the flat opposite your residence last night. You saw two persons manhandling an old lady who was the sole occupant of the flat. The two burglars ransacked the rooms and fled away. Recount the incident of burglary in 150-200 words. You are Vijay/Varsha of XI B.

BURGLARY IN LOCALITY

[by Vijay]

I was studying in my room when at 11 p.m. I heard some agonising cries from the flat opposite my house. I saw two persons manhandling an old lady who seemed to be the sole occupant of the house. These burglars gagged her and tied her to a pillar. Then they ransacked the rooms. Meanwhile, I contacted the police station and gave a brief description of their physique and clothes as well as their activities. I also informed the police about the exact location of the building and the flat of the victim. I was assured that the police would reach the scene of action immediately.
Meanwhile, I felt highly agitated and disturbed. I roused the whole household. My mother advised me not to be foolhardy to attack the burglars with my stick. They might be carrying firearms. We should exercise caution and prevent the nefarious designs of the burglars. My elder brother found some fire-crackers. He fit them and threw then out of the window. They exploded with a loud sound. The two burglars who had already ransacked the rooms felt scared and fled away from the scene. Their luck had, however, run short. The police party who lay in wait nabbed them and put them behind bars.

Q.9. Vivekanand Model School, Vinay Nagar, organised a picnic of senior students to Badkhal Lake last Sunday. Describe the highlights of the excursion as well as the main features of your pleasure trip in about 150-200 words.

PICNIC TO BADKHAL LAKE
[by XYZ]

It was a bright sunny Sunday morning in November. We left for Badkhal Lake for a picnic in a chartered bus alongwith our class-teacher. The journey took us half an hour. As soon as we crossed the Delhi Border at Badarpur, cool November wind greeted us. When we reached the lawns near the lake, we found the place quite overcrowded. Children and youngsters had come to glittering and colourful dresses. We selected a shady comer and sat there. We decided to play some amusing group games. Everyone had to entertain others at his turn. We all sang and danced for hours together. Some of us could not resist the temptation of having a dip in the lake. Some others enjoyed boating under the supervision of the boating instructors. Some of us enjoyed swimming in the lake. I was scared of the deep waters. So I confined my aquatic activities to the shallow water near the bank of the lake. By 1 p.m. we felt hungry. We enjoyed the food we had brought. Then we rested for a while under the trees and listened to recorded music. It was 3 p.m. We divided ourselves into groups and enjoyed playing outdoor games. After playing hide-and-seek for an hour we left the place. It was indeed great fun.

Q.10. You were waiting for your school bus at Mayur Vihar stop. Suddenly a motorcyclist came towards the queue of persons waiting for the D.T.C. bus. The young man snatched the necklace and the purse from a lady. Describe the incident (in 150-200 words) mentioning the following points:
Date—Time—Venue—people who were waiting—the motorcyclist’s description— registration no. of vehicle—the act of snatching—riding away—reactions of the lady and others.

CHAIN-SNATCHING INCIDENT
[by XYZ]

Last Thursday, I was waiting for my school bus at Mayur Vihar bus stop (Phase-I). It was about 8.30 a.m. The office-goers had started pouring in and formed queues for separate bus routes. Suddenly a motorcyclist came towards the shelter for passengers. The young man slowed down his mobile near a young lady. In a twinkle of the eyelid, he snatched her necklace and purse and rode away fast. The screams of the young lady attracted the attention of others. I had scribbled the registration number of the vehicle. Meanwhile, a Police mobile van arrived there. The young lady kept on crying and shedding tears.
Some elderly gentlemen narrated the scene in brief. Then the inspector asked us about the registration number of the vehicle and the identity of the motorcyclist. I at once handed over the registration number of the motorcycle. The police inspector congratulated me on my alertness. He patted me on the back and asked me to describe the clothes, physical appearance, and manners of chain-snatcher. I gave as detailed and graphic descriptions as I could. The inspector flashed the details over wireless. The chain-snatcher was nabbed and taken to the police station. All praised me for my alertness.

Q.11. Your class teacher asked for student volunteers to write the examination for blind candidates of XII class. You were supposed to read out the questions to the blind candidates and write the answers dictated by them. You were selected for your beautiful handwriting and good listening ability. Describe in about 150-200 words your experience and sense of satisfaction you got from helping a handicapped person.

A REWARDING EXPERIENCE

[by XYZ]

Last week my class teacher gave me a new assignment. I have entrusted the responsibility to write the final examination of class XII for a blind candidate. It was a challenging task as I had to read the questions to him and write the answers he dictated. My doubts and fears subsided as the blind boy listened patiently and calmly. Then he dictated the answers correctly and precisely. It seemed that his knowledge was immense. As I went on writing the answers, I could not help marveling at his remarkable ability. What perseverance he had! How patiently he must have studied! He must have studied thoroughly and devoted a lot of time. What perseverance, what dedication to the knowledge he exhibited! I was thrilled that I was contributing to his progress. It was a rewarding experience. I enjoyed the unique satisfaction of doing something worthwhile.

Q.12. When the earthquake struck on 26th Jan., you were at home watching TV. Describe your experience of the quake, what you felt, what you did, and what you saw, how your family members and neighbours reacted. Write a paragraph of about 150-200 words.

DOOM’S DAY
[by XYZ]

I did not know doom’s day was minutes away as I settled down in front of the TV. Suddenly the window panes rattled and cracked. The fans started swaying. I understood that an earthquake had rocked the city. I shouted to everyone to rush to the open. The shaking was so violent that I could not stand upright. There was a loud sound of the crash—of a massive crack. My sister picked up her baby and its milk bottle. I grabbed her hand and helped mother rise. Father had already opened the front door. Within seconds, the staircase had become overcrowded. We rushed in our slippers. Some of our neighbours were barefeet. On reaching the ground, my sister wondered if she had switched off the gas. There was no time to go back and check. Another jolt and the building crashed like a pack of cards. We had a horrible experience as we had been rendered homeless in five minutes.