Milestone College

Monthly Test - 2025

Class: XI

Subject: English

Set: B

​Time: 45 Minutes​

​Full Marks: 25​​

An artwork bears the signature of its creator, and the value of a painting, graphic art or sculpture depends on the stature of the artist. No such thing happens in the case of craftwork. The maker of a terracotta doll or a shatranji (cotton floor mat) remains anonymous but the work retains a personal touch. When we look at a thirty-year old nakshikantha we wonder at its motifs and designs that point to the artistic talent of its maker. The fact that we don't know her name or any other details about her doesn't take anything away from our appreciation of the maker's skill. Indeed, the intimate nature of the kantha and the tactile feeling it generates animate the work and make it very inviting.

1. Not bearing the signature of its creator → 2 → 3→ 4 → 5 → 6

 

​Although the braille system gained immediate popularity with the blind students at the Institute in Paris, it had to gain (a) —— among the (b) —— before its adoption throughout France. This support was (c) —— because sighted teachers and leaders (d) —— ultimate control over the propagation of Braille resources. Many of the teachers at the Royal Institute for Blind Youth (e) —— learning Braille's system because they found the (f) —— method of reading (g) —— to learn (Bullock and Galst, 2009). This resistance was (h) —— of the prevalent (i) —— that the blind population had to adapt to the sighted world (j) —— than develop their tools and methods.

Answer: Although the braille system gained immediate popularity with the blind students at the Institute in Paris, it had to gain (a) acceptance among the (b) sighted before its adoption throughout France. This support was (c) necessary because sighted teachers and leaders (d) had ultimate control over the propagation of Braille resources. Many of the teachers at the Royal Institute for Blind Youth (e) resisted learning Braille's system because they found the (f) tactile method of reading (g) difficult to learn (Bullock and Galst, 2009). This resistance was (h) symptom of the prevalent (i) attitude that the blind population had to adapt to the sighted world (j) rather than develop their tools and methods.

 

Education is often seen as the backbone of any nation and a powerful tool for changing the world. It involves more than just earning degrees or being able to read and write; it is a process that enlightens individuals and frees their minds from ignorance. Education provides people with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking needed to handle the complexities of modern life. It empowers individuals to make informed choices, recognize right from wrong, and solve problems effectively. On an economic level, education drives personal and national development. It leads to better job opportunities, helping individuals secure stable livelihoods and improve their living standards. A well-educated workforce is crucial for a nation's economic growth, innovation, and technological progress. Education helps break the cycle of poverty by giving people the tools to create better futures for themselves and their communities. Additionally, education promotes a sense of responsibility and civic duty. It develops moral values, tolerance, and empathy, which are vital for social harmony and a stable democracy. In today's globalized world, education also connects cultures. It broadens perspectives and encourages respect for diverse viewpoints, fostering collaboration on global issues like climate change and inequality. Ultimately, education is a fundamental human right and the foundation of a civilized society. Without it, human potential remains unrealized, and progress halts. Thus, providing quality education for everyone is not just necessary; it is a moral obligation for sustainable development.​​​