English Mock Test 04 for third semester

1. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
What diplomatic move did India take after the attack?

2. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
Which militant group initially claimed responsibility for the attack?

3. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
How many people died in the attack?

4. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
What did the attackers demand from the tourists before firing?

5. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
Where did the terrorist attack take place?

6. Find the error: “They demanded that tourists should recite Islamic prayers before shooting them.”

7. Identify the correct passive form:
“Militants opened fire on tourists.”

8. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
Pick the antonym of “brutal”:

9. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
Choose the correct synonym for “militants”:

10. Unseen Passage: Pahalgam Terror Attack in India : On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack was carried out in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, a popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland.” Armed militants wearing army fatigues opened fire on a group of tourists, discriminating based on their religion and demanding they recite Islamic prayers before killing them. The attack claimed the lives of at least 28 people, including 25 Indians, one Nepali, and a local Muslim guide who tried to intervene and protect tourists. The militant group 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), believed to be an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility initially but later denied involvement. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed strict diplomatic measures against Pakistan. The incident significantly escalated tensions between the two countries.
(i) Fill in the blank:
On April 22, 2025, a brutal terrorist attack _____ carried out in Pahalgam.

11. Split the sentence: She finished her homework and went to play.

12. Synthesize: He was tired. He went to bed.

13. Change to passive voice: “The students read the book.”

14. Identify the error: He don’t want to come.

15. Change to indirect speech: “I have completed my project,” said Anika.

16. What is the theme of the play “Riders to the Sea”?

17. How does Maurya feel about the sea “Riders to the Sea”?

18. What tragic event happens at the end of the play “Riders to the Sea”?

19. What is the main conflict in the play “Riders to the Sea”?

20. Who is Maurya in the drama “Riders to the Sea”?

21. In the poem, “Ulysses by Alfred Lord Tennyson” Life in Ulysses is compared to:

22. In the poem, “Ulysses by Alfred Lord Tennyson” what tone dominates Ulysses?

23. How does Tennyson depict old age in Ulysses?

24. In the poem, “Ulysses by Alfred Lord Tennyson” which phrase summarizes Ulysses’ approach to life?

25. In the poem, “Ulysses by Alfred Lord Tennyson” what does Ulysses want after ruling Ithaca?

26. In the poem, “Our Casuarina Tree by Toru Dutt”, what is the central theme of Our Casuarina Tree?

27. In the poem, “Our Casuarina Tree by Toru Dutt”, how does the poet personify the Casuarina tree?

28. What role do the birds play in the poem “Our Casuarina Tree by Toru Dutt”?

29. Which natural element is described as “mighty and protective” in the poem “Our Casuarina Tree by Toru Dutt”?

30. In “Our Casuarina Tree by Toru Dutt” what emotion does the poet express about her childhood memories under the Casuarina tree?

31. What realization does the lawyer have at the end of the story?

32. In “The Bet by Anton Chekhov” how does the lawyer spend his confinement?

33. In “The Bet by Anton Chekhov” why did the banker make the bet?

34. According to Strong Roots, what is the foundation of true success?

35. What advice does Kalam give to young people?

36. In “Strong Roots by APJ Abdul Kalam” which quality does Kalam emphasize for success in life?

37. Why does the narrator remember Deoli after so many years?

38. How does the narrator describe the girl?

39. What is the main theme of The Night Train at Deoli?

40. What did the narrator buy from the girl at Deoli station in “The Night Train at Deoli by Ruskin Bond”?