List of top Questions asked in CBSE CLASS XII

Derry’s journey reflects an intense personal challenge that he overcomes through courage and determination. Elaborate. (On The Face Of It)

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‘Deep Water’ by William Douglas and ‘Keeping Quiet’ by Pablo Neruda represent a state of introspection that leads to growth, understanding and liberation. Discuss.

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‘Because if I don’t go there, I’ll never go anywhere else in this world again.’ What does the statement reveal about Derry’s transformation ? (On The Face Of It)

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What prompted Sadao to put the unfinished report into the secret drawer of his desk ? (The Enemy)

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Aunt Jennifer from Adrienne Rich’s poem ‘Aunt Jennifer’s Tigers’ and Gandhi from ‘Indigo’ struggle against oppression to fight for freedom, even though the contexts are different. Discuss.

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Anees Jung through the title ‘Lost Spring’ symbolises the plight of the marginalised children. Justify.

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Why do you think that Edla’s kindness had a stronger effect on the peddler than the ironmaster’s hospitality in ‘The Rattrap’ ?

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Why did the visit of the English poet lead to confusion among the staff at Gemini Studios ? (Poets and Pancakes)

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How does the poet use the phrase ‘polished traffic’ to highlight the contrast between urban and rural life in the poem ‘A Roadside Stand’ ?

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Despite criticism, why does the author suggest that interviews remain important in journalism ? (The Interview)

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‘We’ve all a great deal to reproach ourselves with.’ What does M. Hamel’s statement reveal about his emotional turmoil following the ban on French, in ‘The Last Lesson’ ?

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(b) You are Kavya/Mehul from Lakeview Apartments, Jheelpur. You come across the following advertisement for the job of a graphic designer at PixelCraft Studios, a creative designing firm and wish to apply for the post advertised. Write your application along with your bio-data.

Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in 120 – 150 words.

(a) India is facing an increasing water crisis due to overuse, pollution and poor conservation policies. Water scarcity is becoming a serious concern. Write an article for ‘Nature’ Magazine on the need to conserve water and promote sustainable practices. You are Devina/ Dev. You may use the cues given below along with your own ideas.

• why is water conservation important ?
• causes of water scarcity
• effective water-saving methods
• how can individuals, communities and government help solve the problem ?

(b) You are Mansi/Manas of Class XII C, student reporter of your school magazine. Your school recently organized an inter-school science exhibition in the school auditorium. Write a comprehensive report on the event including details of the theme, participation, exhibits and the outcome of the event. You may organise your report by using the following cues.

Who – What – When – Where – Why – How

(b) Your school is celebrating ‘Wellness Week’ to promote healthy lifestyles. As the Cultural Secretary of Little Valley School, write a notice for the school bulletin board to inform students of classes IX to XII about a poster-making competition on the theme ‘My Mental Health, My Priority’. Include other necessary details. You are Mahima/Manish. Put your notice in a box.

(b) You are Aarti/Aarav of 132, Shivaji Nagar, Meetnagar. Your friends have invited you to watch a live cricket match on 27th November, 2025 at the Naoroji Stadium. Unfortunately you have already agreed to volunteer on the same day at a community clean-up drive. Write an informal letter regretting your inability to accept the invitation.

Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in about 50 words.

(a) You are Sonali/Sohum of Kalka Apartments, Jeevgarh. Your housing society is organising a Folk Dance Festival. It will showcase India’s vibrant folk heritage through group and solo performances. Draft an informal invitation letter inviting your friend to the event. Include all necessary details.

Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in 120 – 150 words.

(a) Plastic pollution has become a serious environmental hazard across the country. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily, expressing concern about the rising plastic pollution and suggesting effective measures to control it. You may use the cues given below along with your own ideas. You are Riya Verma/Raju Verma of 56 Nehru Nagar, Nazarshahar.

• excessive use of single-use plastics
• chokes drainage systems
• lack of public awareness
• improper garbage disposal and waste management
• need for eco-friendly alternatives
• role of schools, media and civic bodies

Attempt any one of the two, (a) or (b), in about 50 words.

(a) Your school is planning to conduct an inter-class panel discussion on the topic ‘Ethical Use of Social Media’ to sensitise students about responsible online behaviour. You are Pragya/Paras, the head of the Organising Committee of Green View Public School. Write a notice to inform students and also invite registrations from classes XI and XII. Include all necessary details. Put your notice in a box.

Answer in 40 – 50 words. What advantage did the office boy think Subbu had ? (Poets and Pancakes)

Answer in 40 – 50 words. What does the ‘rattrap’ symbolise in the peddler’s letter ? (The Rattrap)

Answer in 40 – 50 words. How does the poet describe ‘the exotic moment’ ? (Keeping Quiet)

Answer in 40 – 50 words. The interviewer holds a position of unprecedented power and influence. Explain. (The Interview)

Answer in 40 – 50 words. The Champaran incident marked the beginning of their liberation from fear of the British. What does this statement reveal about the change in the attitude of the peasants ? (Indigo)

Attempt in 120 – 150 words. You are Rohit/Ritu Chopra of H.S.R. Layout, Bloomtown. You have recently come across the following advertisement and wish to apply for the post. Write a job application along with your bio-data.