NEB-Grade XII
2083 (2026)
Compulsory English
Supplementary Examination
Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable. The figures in the margin indicate full marks.Time: 3 hrs.
Full Marks: 75
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1. Read the following text and do the tasks that follow.
A. Complete the following sentences using the appropriate words highlighted in the text. Two of the words are not necessary. (5X1=5)
a. His strong __________ for child rights is clearly depicted in his writings.
b. The athlete had __________ spirits to practice the whole day.
c. The girl's performance __________ her creative potential.
d. Scientists often __________ over the origin of the earth.
e. She is now one of the most __________ artists of her generation.
Attempt all questions.
1. Read the following text and do the tasks that follow.
Virginia Woolf, born on January 25, 1882, in London, England, was a groundbreaking modernist writer and a central figure in the Bloomsbury Group, a collective of influential intellectuals and artists. As the daughter of Sir Leslie Stephen, a prominent literary critic, and Julia Stephen, a feminist and nurse, Woolf grew up in a literary environment that shaped her worldview. Her upbringing, rich in intellectual stimulation, fostered her passion for writing and her advocacy for women's rights.
Woolf's early life was marked by personal tragedies, including the deaths of her mother and father during her adolescence. These events had a profound impact on her mental health, contributing to lifelong struggles with depression and anxiety. Despite these challenges, she began her literary career in the early 1900s, initially contributing to various magazines and journals. Her first novel, "The Voyage Out," published in 1915, showcased her innovative narrative style and thematic exploration of identity and human experience.
One of Woolf's significant contributions to literature is her use of stream-of-consciousness writing, a technique that immerses readers in the characters' thoughts and emotions. This method is exemplified in her acclaimed novel "Mrs. Dalloway," published in 1925. The narrative unfolds over a single day, following Clarissa Dalloway as she prepares for a party, intertwining her memories and perceptions of her past.
Another major work, "To the Lighthouse," published in 1927, delves into themes of time, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. The novel shifts perspectives, providing insights into the characters' inner lives and their struggles for meaning and connection. Woolf's exploration of these themes reflects her profound understanding of the human condition.
In addition to her fiction, Woolf was an ardent advocate for women's rights and gender equality. Her essay "A Room of One's Own," published in 1929, argues that women need financial independence and personal space to create literature. This work is considered foundational in feminist literary criticism, highlighting the barriers women face in achieving their creative potential.
Despite her literary successes, Woolf battled mental illness throughout her life, facing severe episodes of depression. Tragically, on March 28, 1941, she took her own life by drowning in the River Ouse. Woolf's legacy endures through her influential writings, which continue to inspire and challenge readers and writers alike.
Virginia Woolf is celebrated not only for her artistic brilliance but also for her insights into gender and society. Her innovative narrative techniques and deep explorations of character psychology have had a lasting impact on modern literature. Woolf's works remain essential reading for those interested in the complexities of human existence and the role of women in literature.
a. His strong __________ for child rights is clearly depicted in his writings.
b. The athlete had __________ spirits to practice the whole day.
c. The girl's performance __________ her creative potential.
d. Scientists often __________ over the origin of the earth.
e. She is now one of the most __________ artists of her generation.
B. Read the text again and write: TRUE, FALSE or NOT GIVEN. (5X1=5)
a. Virginia Woolf was born into a literary family.
b. Woolf published her novel The Waves while she was at college.
c. The events of Mrs. Dalloway reveal over the course of a single day.
d. Woolf faced ongoing struggles with mental health issues throughout her life.
e. Woolf's contributions to literature are primarily recognized within feminist literary criticism.
C. Answer the following questions. (5X1=5)
a. What literary technique is Virginia Woolf famous for?
b. What is the main argument of A Room of One's Own?
c. Which novel features a character preparing for a party over a single day?
d. What major themes are explored in To the Lighthouse?
e. Why do you think Virginia Woolf committed suicide?
2. Write short answers to the following questions in about 75 words each. (5X2=10)
a. Why does the writer think tourists perceive Nepali people wonderful and exceptional? (The Half-Closed Eyes of Buddha and the Slowly Sinking Sun)
b. According to the poet, why is solidarity and unity necessary? (The Awakening Age)
OR
What is the speaker's attitude towards 'time'? (Soft Storm)
c. Significance of Elisenda's breath of relief? (A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings)
d. How is Male's food a social satire? (The Bull)
e. How does the writer prove marriage is a social institution? (Marriage is a Social Institution)
OR
How did Sacks' interest in libraries contribute to his career? (On Libraries)
3. Write long answers to the following questions in about 150 words each. (2X5=10)
a. Critically examine the role of Mrs. Durand in causing the devastating financial status of the Durand family. (Facing Death)
OR
Interpret the following lines with reference to the poem A Day:
But how he set, I know not.
There seemed a purple stile
Which little yellow boys and girls
Were climbing all the while.
b. A Respectable Woman ends with Mrs. Baroda's changed mind. What factors might be responsible for this change in her?
4. Summarize the following text in about 150 words. Write only the ideas of the original text. Do not include your own opinions, interpretations, deductions or comments. (7)
Numerous studies that have been undertaken show that gardening offers many health-related benefits. The most obvious benefit of gardening is that it can be a great way to relieve stress. Work, family commitments, and social engagements are just some of the things that take up chunks of people's lives. Planning the garden and then caring for the garden offers the gardener a simple and inexpensive way to unwind and relax. Gardening can help a person clear the mind.
Another health-related benefit of gardening is that when people tend to their gardens, they are getting exercise. Even an activity as simple as gardening can contribute towards weight loss. Gardening gets a person outdoors, exposed to natural air, and refocused on a pleasant activity.
Gardening also offers nutritional benefits to those who choose to plant a vegetable garden. Creating a vegetable garden is a way of ensuring that there is a continuous supply of fresh vegetables to consume. Vegetable gardeners know exactly where their produce is coming from and they also know exactly what chemicals were used to grow the produce. Eating more vegetables, and especially home-grown vegetables, is a simple way to ensure that a body is getting a proper balance of vitamins and nutrients.
And finally, some studies even report that people who are exposed to gardens and gardening recover more quickly from illnesses. It seems that for many people, gardening is just what the doctor ordered.
Gardening can be a creative experience as well. It's one thing to throw some seeds down and then wait to see what grows. While gardening does not require that the participants have a degree in landscape architecture, a bit of planning will go a long way towards enhancing the beauty and the gardening experience overall.
And finally, the act of gardening teaches people the art of being patient. Unlike other activities, gardening does not produce instantaneous results. As such, a person who takes up gardening must wait for their rewards. Cut the flowers and vegetables, bring them inside and enjoy the sense of accomplishment that is gained from the benefit-rich activity called gardening!
6. Yoga and physical exercises help people to be healthy. These days, many people do these exercises. Write an essay in about 300 words discussing the benefits of yoga and physical exercises for health. (10)
7. Do as instructed in the brackets and rewrite the sentences. (10X1=10)
a. She gets up at five o'clock. (Put "always" in appropriate place.)
b. Everybody __________ (know/knows/have known/are known) that English is an important subject. (Choose the correct alternative to complete the sentence.)
c. He has been reading the novel __________ (since/until/for/within) three hours. (Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.)
d. They are taking him in an ambulance, so he __________ (must/may/can/will) be ill. (Choose the correct modal verb to complete the sentence.)
e. After the class had finished, we __________ home. (Complete the sentence using the correct form of the verb "go".)
f. We enjoyed __________ (to play/playing/played/to be played) the game whole day. (Choose suitable infinitive or gerund to complete the sentence.)
g. She is 76 years old. She still lives an active life. (Combine the pair of sentences using "although".)
h. The temple was destroyed in 2072 earthquake. It has now been renovated. (Join the pair of sentences using an appropriate relative pronoun.)
i. I love people taking me to expensive cafes. (Change into passive voice using "being".)
j. John said to her, "Have you submitted your journal?" (Change the sentence into indirect speech.)
8. Choose and copy the correct alternatives. (5X1=5)
a. Which one of the following words has a different vowel sound?
(i) air
(ii) heir
(iii) bare
(iv) here
b. Which of the following words can be the guide words for the word "territory"?
(i) template / terrified
(ii) terribly / testimony
(iii) terrorize / testify
(iv) terrible / terrine
c. Which of the following is correctly spelt?
(i) writing
(ii) comming
(iii) puting
(iv) runing
d. "At the party, Ram told a funny story to break the ice and get everyone to talk."
What is the meaning of the idiom underlined in the sentence?
(i) start laughing
(ii) start talking
(iii) start taking meal
(iv) start pointing the finger
e. Which of the following words takes the prefix "il-"?
(i) literal
(ii) legal
(iii) literary
(iv) leggings
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