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The Adlestrop

The poem Adlestrop has been composed by the poet Edward Thomas. Thomas Edward is very famous as an English poet. But to his misfortune he became famous as a poet after his death. He was a Soldier. He was killed during the first world war.

In this poem we see that a train reaches the station Adlestrop without any planning. The journey is pleasant but the platform has no passenger at all. The poet is surprised to know that platform is empty. There is no human activity at all. But the poet sees there natural activity is not inactive. It is full of natural activity. A bird is singing. Another bird comes and picks it up. The poets seems to be very sensitive towards natural activity. The willow is covered with herbs and grass. Music amidst stillness is very soothing and heart touching. Thus we see the poet sensitiveness towards the nature.

1. The little girl had a sweet little doll. It was the prettiest doll in the world.

2. The doll was found in the heath. Once when the little girl was playing in the heath, she found the doll there.

3. The doll was horribly changed in the heath. Her paint was all washed away. Her arm was trodden off by the cows. Her hair was no more curled.

4. The little girl still loved the doll because her past memories were greatly attached to the prettiest doll and they were still alive in her mind.

Spirit of enquiry in Renaissance is religious humanism is an integration of humanist ethical philosophy with religious rituals & beliefs that centre on human needs.

i. Let the measure of the supplementary angle be x°. 

111 + x = 180

∴ 111 + x – 111 = 180 – 111 

…..(Subtracting 111 from both sides) 

∴ x = 69 

∴ The supplementary angle of 111° is 69°. 

ii. Let the measure of the supplementary angle be x°. 

47 + x = 180 

∴ 47 + x – 47 = 180 – 47 

….(Subtracting 47 from both sides) 

∴ x = 133 

∴ The supplementary angle of 47° is 133°. 

iii. Let the measure of the supplementary angle be x°. 

180 + x = 180 

∴ 180 + x – 180 = 180 – 180 

….(Subtracting 180 from both sides) 

∴ x = 0 

∴ The supplementary angle of 180° is 0°.

iv. Let the measure of the supplementary angle be a°. 

90 – x + a = 180 

∴ 90 – x + a – 90 + x = 180 – 90+ x 

….(Subtracting 90 and adding x on both sides)

∴ a = 180 – 90 + x 

∴ a = (90 + x) 

∴ The supplementary angle of (90 – x)° is (90 + x)°.

I, Myself often forget many things to do here.I am giving list of it. 

(a) In posting a letter in a a letter box. 

(b) At the time of wering clothes I forget to wear my tie. 

(c) I forget to take my things when I travel in a bus or train. 

(d) Something I forget to take my.pencil or pen when I go to school. 

(e) I also forget to wear my vest or take umbralla etc.

1. The blind boy ‘must never enjoy’ the thing called ‘Light’.

2. The boy feels the warmth of the sun and knows that the sun is there.

3. The boy himself makes his day or night. When he sleeps, it is night for him. When he keeps awake, it is always a ‘day’ for him.

4. It is not so difficult for the blind boy to bear the loss of the sun because he has never felt the loss of the sun.

i. Let the measure of the complementary angle be x°. 

35 + x = 90 

∴ 35 + x-35 = 90 – 35 

….(Subtracting 35 from both sides) 

∴ x = 55 

∴The complementary angle of 35° is 55°. 

ii. Let the measure of the complementary angle be x°. 

a + x = 90 

∴ a + x – a = 90 – a 

….(Subtracting a from both sides) 

∴ x = (90 – a) 

∴ The complementary angle of a° is (90 – a)°. 

iii. Let the measure of the complementary angle be x°. 

22 + x = 90

∴ 22 + x – 22 = 90 – 22 

….(Subtracting 22 from both sides) 

∴ x = 68 

∴ The complementary angle of 22° is 68°. 

iv. Let the measure of the complementary angle be a°. 

40 – x + a = 90 

∴ 40 – x + a – 40 + x = 90 – 40 + x 

….(Subtracting 40 and adding x on both sides) 

∴ a = (50 + x) 

∴ The complementary angle of (40 – x)° is (50 + x)°.

1. The child asks the silver star to be his mother. He wants to stay with her and wishes that she kisses him when he cries in the dark night.

2. The child requests the wind to be his brother. He wants him to play with him and tell him the stories of the sea and the sky.

3. The child is afraid of the sounds made by the wind and of the creeping shadows on the wall created by the light of stars.

4. The poem has a tragic and sad tone. The child craves for the love of his mother and pleads to God to bless him with mother. His mother would whisper lovely secrets in his ear and take care of him.

In this days man relies on machinery. He is worked up by an alarm clock. He gets news from television which works by electricity. He used safety razaor which is built by a machine from very finely tempered steel.He used coins to buy things which are manufactured in a in a mint.

Let y = 1 + \(\frac{1}{1+\frac{1}{1+....}}\)

y = 1 + \(\frac{1}{y}\) (because infinite terms having no problem)

y - 1 = \(\frac{1}{y}\)

\(\Rightarrow\) y² - y - 1 = 0

\(\Rightarrow\) y = \(\frac{1\pm\sqrt{1+4}}{2}\)

y = \(\frac{1\pm\sqrt{5}}{2}\)

Since, y = \(\frac{1\pm\sqrt{5}}{2}\) = -ve,(not possible) but clearly y is sum of positive terms.

therefore, y = \(\frac{1+\sqrt5}{2}\) 

So, option B is correct.

(a) The college may be closed today.

(b) The corn may be cut next month.

(c) The results may be announced on Monday.  

(d) She may be promoted next year.

(e) The theatre may be closed tomorrow. 

(a) by

(b) in

(c) on

(d) to

(e) of

(f) off

(g) for 

If

There is not the least doubt about it that the poem 'If' is Rudyard Kipling's most beloved piece of poem in which he addresses his son John. The poem contains the characteristics which are essential for an ideal man. A man must be humble, patient, rational, truthful, dependable and preserving. A man must believe in himself. When others doubt him he must understand that his words might be twisted. The virtues expressed in the poem are devoid of showiness or glamour. It is remarkable that Kipling says nothing of heroic deeds or great wealth and fame. According to Kipling the true measure of man is his humility and stoicism.

The poem is instructional in attitude, motivational in tone as the poet goes on advising the virtues of patience, honesty, fortitude and righteousness. The poet is teaching his son a lesson in life. If the son follows the instructions he will inherit the earth and become an ideal man. 

Correct option is A) setting up

Correct option is D) as / as

Correct option is D) feel it moving

David Copperfield is known as the best creation of Charles Dickens. In this novel, David Copperfield is the hero of the novel. It is an autobiographical novel. Its story is narrated by the novelist in the first person. The details in the novel places, persons and situations are related to the life of the novelist. At the age of ten David was put to work by his step father. Like Dickens he did not like to interact with boys of his own age. Like David Dickens also took to the legal profession and in the same way gave it up. He then learnt short hand and became a reporter. Dickens experiences as a stenographer and his success as a novelist were also a part of David's experiences.

There is a close similarity between the Micawber's and Dicken's parents. The Micawber's were as poor as Dicken's own parents. Mr. Micawber's optimism, his shiftlessness, his irresponsibility, his way of speaking were also the important trades of the character of David's father.

Therefore, the above observations show that David Copperfield is an autobiographical novel and a great work of child-psychology.

Correct option is B) to stay up

Correct option is C) who

(a) Metaphor

(b) Metaphor

(c) Simile. 

Correct option is C) Neither does Tom.

Charles Dickens has written 'David Copperfield' a popular novel of 20th century. David Copperfield has a number of humorous characters. These comic characters have become immortal in the annals of English fiction.Micawber is one of them. Micawber is a stout and middle aged man. He enjoys robust health but his head had hardly any hair. He always carries a stick with him.

Micawber is optimistic and waits for a windfall for something to turn up. As a man he is full of the milk of human kindness. He faces problems due to his small income. He is always happy and cheerful even in distressing situation. Creditors always vex him and he has to go to jail for not repaying their money. He helps David in every way. He is an indulgent father and a loving husband. Micawber exposes the villainy of Uriah Heep and saves Mr. Wickfield and Agnes from him. He is ready to help others in spite of his slow action of business. Sometimes he looks like an insane but he is always bearing a normal character. He is always noble hearted. I like his character most for all these qualities of his head and heart.

Correct option is B) I talked to

Correct option is C) to make their

(a) He gets up at six O'clock in the morning. 

(b) Our house stands exactly opposite to the hospital. 

(c) They escaped from the prison and made for the nearest road.

Knowledge - Ignorance

Income - Expenditure

Condemn - Praise

Moral - Immoral

Export - Import 

To the mind of C.E.M. Joad modern civilization is different from the old ones in many ways. Modern civilization is tempered with science. Science and machines have spread it to every part of the world. It is not localized like the old ones. Modern civilization is more stable, durable and secure than the old ones. No barbarains can destroy it. People have become more advanced and well-equipped to protect it.

The writer was not pleased with the photographer because he had made a miss of his face in his photograph. Despite putting with all the comments made on his head, ears, face by the photographer, the writer got the photo that was a complete distortion of his face. The photo was bad enough to be throw into a dustbin.

Correct option is B) you talked to

(a) How many ways of cooking an egg do you know? 

(b) I ran after him and caught him by the arm. 

(c) She has no control at all over her children. 

(d) How are we going to deal with this new situation?

(a) above

(b) after

(c) behind

(d) for

(e) from

(f) in

(g) up

(a) Sohan is as intelligent as Mohan - Simile. 

(b) Subha is as beautiful as Ruby -Simile. 

(c) Mahatma Gandhi is the father of nation - Metaphor.

(a) Many aspire after wealth, but very few get it.

(b) You should not be afraid of mistakes.

(c) Marsha is absent from the class today.

Character of Agnes-

Agnes played an important role in the life of David. She was the daughter of Mr.Wickfiled. Agnes was of David's age, very beautiful and intelligent. She had a lot of milk of human kindness in her character. Her mother was dead but she was the,apple of her father's eyes. She took all the care when'David stayed at her house for his education in Dr. Strong's school.

David got attracted to her and began to love her but he could not marry her that time. He married Dora who died very soon. Dora knew about David's love for Agnes so, he took his word before she had died that he would marry Agnes after her death. Therefore, David married Agnes and led a very happy married life with Agnes.

(a) Unless you work hard, you cann't success in life.

(b) Unless you follow the traffic rules, accident will occur.

(c) Unless the teachers attend the school daily, they won't get salary.

(d) Unless he studies, he will fail in the examination.

(e) Unless we obey the law, civilization will disappear. 

(a) Cut this apple into four parts. 

(b) He was leaning against the wall.

It is Charles Dickens, a famous victorian novelist, who has written 'David Copperfield' and has called it his most loved novel. The novel in auotbiographical in nature and based on Dickns's own childhood and life experience. As Dickens, I took like this novel very much.The novel is highly readable though, it is very exhaustive. The plot is not organic but different sub-plots are well connected with the main story. We feel emotional affinity with David particularly when Dickens describes his childhood. Dickens is best when he recalls childhood scenes. He deals with child psychology very realistically. The evils of victorian life, too, have been exposed. Mr.Creakle examplifies 'spare the rod, spoil the child'. The novel is full of humour and pathos at the same time. The pictures of domestic and social life are realistic.

David Copperfield is known as the best creation of Charles Dickens. In this novel, David Copperfield is the hero of the novel. It is an autobiographical novel. Its story is narrated by the novelist in the first person. The details in the novel places, persons and situations are related to the life of the novelist. At the age of ten David was put to work by his step father. Like Dickens he did not like to interact with boys of his own age. Like David Dickens also took to the legal profession and in the same way gave it up. He then learnt short hand and became a reporter. Dickens experiences as a stenographer and his success as a novelist were also a part of David's experiences. 

There is a close similarity between the Micawber's and Dicken's parents. The Micawber's parents were as poor as Dicken's own parents. Mr. Micawber's optimism, his shiftlessness, his irresponsibility, his way of speaking were also the important trades of the character of David's father.

Therefore, the above observations show that David Copperfield is an autobiographical novel and a great work of child-psychology. 

(a) One of my books is lost. (is/are) 

(b) Ravi is the tallest boy in the class.(a / the) 

(c) The price of things is rising up. (is/are) 

(d) Slow but steady wins the race. (win /wins)

(a) Slow and steady wins the race.(win/wins)

(b) The price of things is rising up.(is/are)

(c) Bread and butter are favourite food.(is/are/may)

(d) The building is under repair(repair/repairs)

(e) One must keep one's promise.(his/one's)

David Copperfield is known as the best creation of Charles Dickens. In this novel, David Copperfield is the hero of the novel. It is an autobiographical novel. Its story is narrated by the novelist in the first person. The details in the novel places, persons and situations are related to the life of the novelist. At the age of ten David was put to work by his step father. Like Dickens he did not like to interact with boys of his own age. Like David Dickens also took to the legal profession and in the same way gave it up. He then learnt short hand and became a reporter. Dickens experiences as a stenographer and his success as a novelist were also a part of David's experiences.

There is a close similarity between the Micawber's and Dicken's parents. The Micawber's parents were as poor as Dicken's own parents. Mr. Micawber's optimism, his shiftlessness, his irresponsibility, his way of speaking were also the important trades of the character of David's father.

Therefore, the above observations show that David Copperfield is an autobiographical novel and a great work of child-psychology. 

(a) He died of starvation (from /of)

(b) One must keep one's promises.(his /one's)

(c)The building in under repair (repair/repairs)

The Soldier 

'The Soldier' has been composed by a soldier poet Rupert Brooke. It is a sonnet. The poem expresses the sense of patriotism. The soldier poet is fighting on the foreign soil for the honour of England. Since the poet was born and brought up in England he remembers the flowers, the rivers, the air and the laughter of his friends of England.

The poet knows that life in war is uncertain. He is brave and is not afraid of death. He is ready to sacrifice his life in battle for his mother land. He says that if he dies he will die for England. The place where he would be buried would be the land of England for ever. The poet is using the word England in his poem again and again. This shows the sense of patriotism of the poet. 

Character of Macawber:

The Strength of Dicken's novels lies in his character. This characters are all exaggerated. The works on his character like a cartoonist. Micawber has become immortal for his humourous and amusing personality. he was in the clutches of creditors. He was in distress. He was arrested and put into the prison. when David copperfield went to meet him in the prison he advised him to take lesson from his fate. Micawber learnt that one should cut his coat according to cloth. he should never over-spend. This piece of advice gives us a clue to his funny character. After giving this advice he himself borrowed a shilling from david for tobacco. He always lived on the world of fantastic hoges and desires. He was by temperament a sentimental man. The loved his wile deeply and passionately. he again advised David thus-'never do to morrow what you can do today.' The most remarkable quality in micawber's character is his struggle against poverty in a happy and lively manner. He was never dejected and disappointed due to Poverty and debts. he was an honest man. He was perturbed and worried to find Uria Heep's forgery. 

Thus we find in Micawber the fountain of delight and humour He is a stupendure figure,yet life -like and realistic.

Echo is a poem composed by Walter de la Mare. In this poem, he gives a very simple experience, how our sound is echoed. The poet expresses the peace and silence of nature.

The poet is going through a forest. He anyhow hears a sound. He asks "who called"? He looks all around and finds none. Now he hears the echo of his own sound "who called?" The poet thinks that someone is hiding behind the trees and playing jokes over him. When he does not see anyone he asks who cares? Thus, the poet presents here the situation of unreality and the mystery in the poem. This poem shows the minute observation of Walter de la Mare about nature. The poem is an excellent creation of the poet with a personal note. 

Sympathy with other and understanding of our own limitations are the factor which produce good manners.

Every One Sang

The poem 'Every One Sang' has been composed by the poet seigfried sassoon. He has composed many volumes of lyrics and satires.

The present poem is an anti war poem which refers to the end of the first world war. The poet says that the end of the war has spread great joy and happiness everywhere. The poet compares his joy with that of those birds who have been suddenly set free from their cages. The war is like a prison. When it ends it gives freedom and delight. The horror and ugliness of war time come to an end. Everyone feels free. So everyone is celebrating the end of the first world war. Even every soldier is happy. They are singing. The song may be 'wordless' but it is felt by every soldier. The poet expresses his joy by saying that this kind of joy will never be felt again.

Echo-

Echo is a gentle, dream like poem. The poet as the T in the poem has a unique experience of echo in a jungle. He is astonished and spellbound by his calls being echoed back and the reverberations of the sound in the open space in a forest where he is standing now. The whole atmosphere assumes a dream like quality.

The experience of an echo is a very simple and common experience, but in a partiuclar surrounding it becomes unique and forgettable. The poet just says loudly, who called and this goes echoed on and on. 

This echo effects the surrounding the leaves in the give give a hissing sound in the sun and the dark air under the trees carries the echo-

'Who called' all around. All this battles the birds as well.  The poet begins to have hallucinations. The imagines unseen persons hiding behind the tree and echoing -,Who cares'. 'Who cares' as ii mocking him. Then the wind falls low and there in silence. But the poet's earns cantinue hearing the echo. The poet is surprised at the unseen or unknown voices or persons who reply to his voice.

The poet in frustration says, with tears in his eyes 'who cares'. This gets echoed in aloud shrill voice as if some complain is being voiced. 

The poem presents a beautiful picture. 'Whispering glader',dark air', 'motionless brake', leafy boughs', 'eyes in the green'.

Prejudice - Bias

Brilliant - Splendid

Wrath - Anger

Glory - Grandeur

Rebate - Discount 

Pen is mightier than the sword- The Saying pen is mightier than the sword is hundred percent true. Sword is uses in fighting enemy in fighter. Fighting in war with sword is possible when a man is mighty. But sword is no very useful in war when many is not meghty. Pen is useful in both stage when man is mighty otherwise unmighty. Pen in mightier in any way, any time and any where.So we can say that saying of pen is mighteir than the sword is true.