NEB Grade 12 Compulsory English Questions' Samples
Marks
Distribution – Typical NEB Pattern (F.M. 75)
|
Section |
Marks |
|
Reading
Comprehension (short + MCQ) |
15 |
|
Literature
– Poetry & Prose (short + long) |
10+10 |
|
Writing Skills (essay, letter, review) |
7+8+10 |
|
Grammar & Language Use |
10 |
|
Vocabulary/Phonetic Total |
5 75 |
First Set A
AROMA
English Secondary School
Second Term Exam-2082 F.M.:
75
Class XII Science P.M.: 27
Subject:
Compulsory English
In
the modern world, education plays a vital role in shaping human life. People
now realize that without proper education, personal growth and national
development remain incomplete. Education helps individuals gain knowledge,
develop skills, and build confidence. Teachers stress the importance of regular
study, discipline, curiosity, and
practical learning as the basis of
academic success. However, many students still face challenges such as poverty,
lack of resources, and an unmotivated learning environment, which negatively
affect their academic performance.
Education
is not limited to textbooks and examinations; it also develops character and
values. Respect for teachers, honesty
in learning, and responsibility toward society are essential qualities of an
educated person. Educated citizens contribute positively to social harmony and economic progress.
Societies that neglect education often suffer from unemployment, crime, and
lack of awareness. Therefore, education should be treated as both a personal
goal and a national priority.
There
is a noticeable difference between rural and urban education systems. Rural
areas may offer strong community support and lower costs, but they often lack
trained teachers, libraries, and modern facilities. In contrast, urban students
have access to better schools and technology, yet they face pressure, competition, and stress. These
contrasts highlight the need for equal educational development across regions.
To
improve education quality, joint efforts are required. Governments must invest
in schools, teacher training, and
scholarship programs. Communities should encourage learning, support students,
and reduce dropout rates. Non-governmental organizations can assist by
providing resources, training, and awareness programs. Only through cooperation
and long-term planning can education become accessible and effective for all.
A.
Complete the sentences using the words highlighted in the text. Two words are
not necessary. (5 × 1 = 5)
a. Teachers say that discipline and
curiosity are the ________ of academic success.
b. An educated person should show respect and ________ in learning.
c. Differences between regions show the need for equal educational ________.
d. Urban students often face stress due to high ________ and pressure.
e. Governments should invest in schools and teacher ________ programs.
B.
Choose the best answer. (5 × 1 = 5)
- What helps individuals gain confidence and skills?
a. Education
b. Wealth
c. Technology - Why should education be considered a national priority?
a. It increases population
b. It supports national development
c. It reduces travel - What is a major problem in rural education?
a. High competition
b. Lack of trained teachers and facilities
c. Too much technology - What difficulty do urban students commonly face?
a. Lack of schools
b. Stress and pressure
c. No internet access - How can education be improved effectively?
a. Through cooperation and planning
b. By reducing schools
c. By ignoring communities
C.
Answer the following questions. (5 × 1 = 5)
a. What four things do teachers
emphasize for academic success?
b. What three values define an educated person?
c. What is one key difference between rural and urban education systems?
d. What two actions should communities take to support education?
e. How can NGOs help improve education?
2.
Write short answers to (any five) the following questions. (5×2=10)
a. Why were the people in the neighbourhood
surprised at the role of the young man and his wife within their family?
(Neighbours)
b. What, according to the speaker, is a day? (A Day)
c. How does the poet highlight the magnificence of the God? (Every
Morning I Wake)
d. What are the factors that contribute to wisdom? (Knowledge
and Wisdom)
e. Sketch the character of Monsieur
Duran. (Facing Death)
f. When do you feel that the Famous Actress is really good at
acting? (A Matter for Husband)
3. Write long
answers to (any two) the following questions.(2×5-10)
a. How did the Varma couple make sacrifices for their
son’s higher education? Describe how Rakesh rises in his career.(A Devoted Son)
b. Sketch the character of Gouvernail and contrast it with
Gaston. What role does Mrs. Baroda ‘being a respectable woman’ play in the
story?(A Respectable Woman)
c. What is normative marriage? Discuss the dimensions that define
normative marriage in America? (Marriage is a Social Institution)
4. Write a review of a book
or a film which you have recently read or watched. [7]
5. Garbage management is a big problem
in most of the cities in Nepal. Write a letter to the editor to be published in
the daily newspaper suggesting the ways of ‘Solving Garbage Problems.’[8]
6. .
Write an essay on The Importance of Family. In your essay, you can use these
guided questions.[10]
• Why family
is important to you.
• Why family is or is not important for society
• How you think families will change in the future.
7. Do as
indicated in the brackets: [10]
a. You’d better not
stay out too late, ……………? (Question tag)
b. This is the .......... (beautiful) garden I have ever visited. (Use appropriate
adjective)
c. Somebody ........ left the keys on the table. (has/have)
d. The students are ........ (in/on/at/under) the playground now.
e. Make 2/2 new words using these suffixes like: ment, ly.
f. I found all the
notes I ........ (lost/had lost/lose) under the desk.
g. The sun is shining, ........ (although/however/so) we can go for a walk.
h. The girl,………. bag was stolen, was very upset. (who/which/whose)
i. The lights are on.' 'Oh, she __________ (must / could / can't + be) at home.
j. He is very lonely.
He has got ___ friends. (much / many / few / little)
8.
Choose and copy the correct answer:[5]
a. The initial
sound in the word ‘think’ is transcribed as:
i. /t/
ii. /θ/
iii. /ð/
iv. /s/
b.
Put the frequency adverbs in appropriate place and rewrite the following
sentences.
I
forget to do my homework. (sometimes)
c. The phrase
“a useless and unwanted possession” refers to:
i. A white elephant
ii. A golden handshake
iii. A red-letter day
iv. A blessing in disguise
d. Make 2/2 news words
using prefixes: miss,ir.
e. Which suffix
is appropriate to the word ‘educate’?
i. tion
ii. sion
iii. ion
iv. ition
AROMA
English Secondary School
Second Term
Exam-2082 F.M.:
75
Class XII Management
P.M.: 27
Subject:
Compulsory English
In
today’s fast-paced society, public health plays a crucial role in
ensuring a productive and balanced life. People have become more aware that
without proper healthcare and healthy habits, both individual well-being and
national progress remain incomplete. Public health systems help prevent diseases,
promote healthy lifestyles, and improve life expectancy. Health experts
emphasize prevention, awareness, regular exercise, and balanced
nutrition as the foundation of good health. However, many people still
suffer due to poverty, poor sanitation, and limited access to medical services,
which negatively affect overall health outcomes.
Health
is not limited to physical fitness; it also includes mental and social
well-being. Responsibility toward personal hygiene, discipline in
daily routines, and respect for medical advice are essential qualities of a
healthy citizen. A healthy population contributes positively to economic growth
and social stability. Societies that neglect public health often face problems
such as widespread illness, low productivity, and increased healthcare costs.
Therefore, public health should be treated as both a personal concern and a
national priority.
There
is a clear contrast between rural and urban healthcare systems. Rural areas may
offer cleaner environments and stronger community ties, but they often lack
hospitals, trained doctors, and modern equipment. In contrast, urban residents
have access to advanced medical facilities and technology, yet they face
stress, pollution, and unhealthy lifestyles. These differences highlight the
need for equal healthcare development across regions.
To
improve public health services, combined efforts are essential. Governments
must invest in hospitals, medical training, and awareness programs.
Communities should promote cleanliness, healthy habits, and regular health
check-ups. Non-governmental organizations can help by providing medical camps,
education, and emergency support. Only through cooperation and long-term
planning can public health become accessible and effective for everyone.
A.
Complete the sentences using the words highlighted in the text. Two words are not necessary. (5 × 1 = 5)
a. Health experts say that
prevention is the ________ of good health.
b. Citizens should show ________ toward personal hygiene and health.
c. Equal healthcare ________ is necessary across all regions.
d. Following daily routines with ________ helps maintain good health.
e. Governments should focus on medical ________ programs.
B.
Choose the best answer. (5 × 1 = 5)
- What helps prevent diseases and improve life
expectancy?
a. Public health systems
b. Entertainment
c. Urbanization - Why should public health be a national priority?
a. It increases pollution
b. It supports economic growth
c. It reduces education - What is a major problem in rural healthcare?
a. Too many hospitals
b. Lack of trained doctors and equipment
c. High pollution - What problem do urban residents often face?
a. No medical services
b. Stress and unhealthy lifestyles
c. Lack of population - How can public health be improved effectively?
a. Through cooperation and planning
b. By ignoring communities
c. By reducing hospitals
C.
Answer the following questions. (5 × 1 = 5)
a. What four things do health
experts emphasize for good health?
b. What three qualities define a healthy citizen?
c. What is one key difference between rural and urban healthcare systems?
d. What two actions should communities take to support public health?
e. How can NGOs help improve public health services?
2.
Write short answers to (any five) the following questions. (5×2=10)
a. Why were the people in the neighbourhood
surprised at the role of the young man and his wife within their family?
(Neighbours)
b. What
does the poet mean by ‘the awakening age’? [The Awakening Age]
c. How does the poet highlight the magnificence of the God?
(Every Morning I Wake)
d. What are the factors that contribute to wisdom? (Knowledge
and Wisdom)
e. Sketch the character of Monsieur Duran.
(Facing Death)
f. When do you feel that the Famous Actress is really good at
acting? (A Matter for Husband)
3. Write long
answers to (any two) the following questions.(2×5=10)
a. How did the Varma couple make sacrifices for their
son’s higher education? Describe how Rakesh rises in his career.(A Devoted Son)
b. The author has dealt with a controversial
debate on human history. Why do you think history has been a major contested
issue in the present world? [Humility]
c. What is normative marriage? Discuss the dimensions that define
normative marriage in America? (Marriage is a Social Institution)
4. Write a review of a movie or a
television series that you have recently watched. [7]
5. Air pollution has become a serious
problem in many cities of Nepal. Write a letter to the editor to be published
in a daily newspaper suggesting the ways of ‘Controlling Air Pollution’.
[8]
6. Write an essay on The Importance
of Digital Payment System in Nepal. [10]
8. Do as
indicated in the brackets: [10]
a.
Let’s finish the work today, ………………?(Add a question tag)
b.
This is the ……………… (interesting) movie I have ever watched.(Use appropriate
adjective)
c.
Everybody ……………… agreed with the decision.(has / have)
d.
The teacher is standing ……………… (in / on / at / under) the classroom.
e.
Make 2/2 new words using these suffixes: ous, able.
f.
She realized that she ……………… (forgot / had forgotten / forget) her wallet at
home.
g.
It was raining heavily, ……………… (but / although / because) they continued
playing.
h.
The man, ……………… car was damaged in the accident, reported to the police. (who / which / whose)
i.
The door is locked. He __________ (must / might / can’t + be) inside the room.
j.
She has very ___ time to complete the task. (much / many / few / little)
9. Choose and copy the correct answer: [5]
a. The initial sound in the word ‘thought’ is transcribed
as:
i. /t/
ii. /θ/
iii. /ð/
iv. /s/
b. Put the frequency adverb in the appropriate place and rewrite the
sentence.
She arrives late for the meeting. (often)
c. The phrase “something very easy to do” refers to:
i. A piece of cake
ii. A white elephant
iii. A storm in a teacup
iv. A hot potatod.
d.Make 2/2 new words using these prefixes: dis, un.
e. Which suffix is appropriate to the word ‘employ’?
i. ment
ii. ness
iii. ful
iv. ship
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