List of top English Core Questions asked in CBSE CLASS XII

Why did Gandhi agree to a settlement of a 25-percent refund to the farmers ? (Indigo)

How does Eco find the time to write so much ? (The Interview)

Why did the ironmaster speak kindly to the peddler and invite him home ? (The Rattrap)

The children in Firozabad often lose their eyesight before becoming adults. Explain. (Lost Spring)

‘‘Sophie felt a tightening in her throat. She went to look for her brother Geoff.’’ In the light of this quote, discuss the relationship Sophie shared with Geoff. (Going Places)

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) From individual celebrations to community festivals — there is a move to strengthen community cohesion and bring people together. In a society of increasing loneliness, it is important to create these bonds for both the individual, and the overall health of the community. You are Raksha/Rakesh. Write an article for your school magazine on ‘The Importance of Community Festivals’. You may use the following cues with ideas of your own to compose the article.

• brings people together and builds community ties
• promotes, preserves, showcases culture
• creates shared memories

What does the expression ‘polished traffic’ reveal about the city dwellers ? (A Roadside Stand)

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) You are Deepa/Dinesh of Class XII B and a member of the School Social Service Club. Write a comprehensive report detailing the activities undertaken by students as volunteers in the Each One Teach One initiative as part of the community outreach programme. You may use the following cues to help you create the report. Who - What – When – Where – Why – How

(Answer in about 50 words.) You are Kiran/Kunal of Rohini, Punjab. Your friend has invited you to join a volunteer programme at a local animal shelter. Write an informal reply accepting the invitation.

(Answer in about 50 words.) You are Surekha/Suresh, Chief Scientist at the Indian Institute of Science. You have received an invitation from the Principal of Stars Academy to be the Chief Guest at the graduation ceremony of Class XII students. Draft a reply expressing your inability to attend the event.

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) You are Manisha/Mahesh of Saket Colony, Mumbai. You have recently come across the following advertisement and wish to apply for the position. Write an application for the position along with your bio-data.

Apply to the Marketing Manager, Next Gen Solutions, Marine Drive, Mumbai.

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) As president of the RWA, you have introduced a Youth Volunteer Initiative – Youth Warriors. Children from the resident community volunteer, engage and partner with the community through various projects. As a programme, it has been very successful and the residents too have appreciated and encouraged these champions of change. Write a letter to the editor sharing your views on the need to encourage youth engagement. You may use the following cues along with your own ideas.

• youth participation in community development
• understanding community issues and civic responsibilities
• demonstrating collaboration and a shared commitment
• simple projects – environment clean-up, senior citizen outreach, and waste management awareness

(Answer in about 50 words.) Your school is planning to conduct a 5-day pottery workshop after school hours for students of the Art and Craft Club. Write a notice informing students and inviting participation. Include necessary details. Put your notice in a box.

(Answer in about 50 words.) You are Ritu/Ritesh, President of the Environment Club of your school. Your school is organising a week-long class clean-up competition. Draft a notice informing the students of Classes VI – X about the competition. Invent necessary details. Put your notice in a box.

Sophie notices the incongruity of the delicate bow that fastened her mother’s apron strings and her crooked back. What is the significance of this ? (Going Places)

The roadside stand and the moving cars are a contrast around which the entire poem revolves. Explain. (A Roadside Stand)

What role did Kasturbai play in the Champaran Movement ? (Indigo)

What, according to Umberto Eco, will happen if all the empty spaces are eliminated from the universe ? (The Interview)

‘‘Their eyes are more adjusted to the dark.’’ What does this phrase imply about the working conditions of the bangle makers ? (Lost Spring)

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) Your are Gayatri/Ganesh from Vasant Chowk, Amritsar. You have recently come across reports of increasing air pollution in your city. This situation has caused health problems for many residents, especially children and the elderly. As a responsible citizen, write a letter to the editor of a national daily expressing your concern and also suggest measures to reduce air pollution. You may use the following cues along with your own ideas.

• major sources of air pollution
• impact on the health of residents
• role of individuals, industries, and the Government
• contribution of communities in reducing pollution and promoting cleaner air

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) From individual celebrations to community festivals — there is a move to strengthen community cohesion and bring people together. In a society of increasing loneliness, it is important to create these bonds for both the individual, and the overall health of the community. You are Raksha/Rakesh. Write an article for your school magazine on ‘The Importance of Community Festivals’. You may use the following cues with ideas of your own to compose the article.

• brings people together and builds community ties
• promotes, preserves, showcases culture
• creates shared memories

(Answer in about 50 words.) You have received an invite to be a lead speaker at a conference on ‘Fitness − a Habit’. Write a reply expressing gratitude and giving your acceptance. You are Sharda/Sharad, a renowned health coach.

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) You are Shreshtha from Bahagarh. You read the given advertisement and intend to apply for the post advertised. Write a job application for the concerned post.

Why did the crofter show the thirty kronor to the peddler ? (The Rattrap)

(Answer in 120 – 150 words.) You are Deepa/Dinesh of Class XII B and a member of the School Social Service Club. Write a comprehensive report detailing the activities undertaken by students as volunteers in the Each One Teach One initiative as part of the community outreach programme. You may use the following cues to help you create the report. Who - What – When – Where – Why – How