Students must start practicing the questions from CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Communicative with Solutions Set 3 are designed as per the revised syllabus.
CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Communicative Set 3 with Solutions
Time : 3 hrs
Max. Marks : 80
General Instructions:
1. 15-minute prior reading time allotted for Q-paper reading.
2. The Question Paper contains Four sections-Reading Skills, Writing Skills, Grammar and Literature Textbook.
3. Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.
Section – A
Reading Skills [22 Marks]
Question 1.
Read the following passage. (12 m)
Environmental pollution refers to the introduction of harmful pollutants into the environment. The major types of environmental pollution are air pollution, water pollution, noise pollution, thermal pollution, soil pollution and light pollution. Deforestation and hazardous gaseous emissions also lead to environmental pollution. We all live on planet Earth, which is the only planet known to have an environment, where air and water are two basic things that sustain life.
Without air and water the Earth would be like the other planets. The biosphere in which living beings have their sustenance has oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, argon and water vapour. All these are well balanced to ensure and help a healthy growth of life in the animal world.
The sources and causes of environmental pollution include the following
Industrial Activities :
The industries, that brought prosperity, made inroads in the biosphere and disturbed the ecological balance. The pall of smoke, the swirling gases, industrial effluents and the fall-out of scientific experiments became constant health hazards, polluting and contaminating both air and water. The improper disposals of industrial wastes are the sources of soil and water pollution.
Pollution by Vehicles :
The smoke emitted by vehicles using petrol and diesel and the cooking coal also pollutes the environment. The harmful smoke of these vehicles causes air pollution. Further, the sounds produced by these vehicles cause noise pollution.
Rapid Urbanisation and Industrialisation :
The urbanisation and the rapid growth of industrialization are causing, through environmental pollution, the greatest harm to the plant life, which in turn harms the animal kingdom and human lives.
Population Overgrowth :
Due to the increase in population, there has been a surge in demand for basic food, occupation and shelter. The world has witnessed massive deforestation to expand and absorb the growing population and their demands.
There surely cannot be any radical solution, for the existing factories cannot be bodily lifted to a place far from the populated zone. However, many attempts have been made to solve the problem of environmental pollution. The government can at least see that future factories are set up at a distant place, an industrial complex far away from the township. Deforestation should be stopped and forestry should be devolved. Discharge of factory wastes in rivers should be banned so as to make the river-water free from pollution.
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above
(i) Select the way in which deforestation can be controlled (1)
(a) By launching new industries
(b) By cutting more and more trees
(c) By purchasing new vehicles
(d) By planting new plants and not cutting trees
Answer:
(d) By planting new plants and not cutting trees
(ii) How is Earth different from any other planet in our solar system? (2)
Answer:
Earth is different from any other planets in our solar system as it is the only planet known to have an environment. It has what no other planet has – life, plants and an atmosphere.
(iii) How have the industries have become successful? (1)
(a) Poor ecological balance
(b) Encroaching the environment
(c) Disposing wastes carelessly
(d) Doing scientific experiments
Answer:
(c) Disposing wastes carelessly
(iv) What is causing the greatest harm to the plant life? (1)
Answer:
Urbanisation and the rapid growth of industrialisation are causing the greatest harm to the plant, animal and human lives.
(v) Why is there no radical solution to the problem of pollution? (2)
Answer:
There is no radical solution to the problem of pollution because many factors cannot be changed in such large populations. Bodies of natural resources cannot be placed very far off from populated zones.
(vi) Substitute the underlined word in the given sentence from the given word from the passage which means the same. (1)
The constant cutting of trees had damaged the ecological balance.
Answer:
disturbed
(vii) Select the tone of the author in the passage. (1)
(a) Objective
(b) Dejected
(c) Didactic
(d) Philosophical
Answer:
(a) Objective
(viii) Complete the sentence appropriately. (1)
Deforestation leads to ……………
Answer:
environmental pollution and ecological imbalance
(ix) Complete the sentence appropriately. (1)
The population overgrowth results an increase in ………………….
Answer:
demand for basic food, occupation and shelter
(x) State whether the given assertion is True or False. (1)
Improper disposal of industrial wastes is the source of soil and water pollution.
Answer:
True
Question 2.
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: (10 marks)
Here is the revised table of the top 5 electronic companies, their motto, market capitalization, and net worth, without any hyperlinks or citations:
|
Company |
Motto | Market Capitalization (USD billions) |
Net Worth (USD billions) |
| Apple Inc. | “Think Different” | 2,792 | 274.515 |
| Microsoft Corp. | “Empower every person and every organisation on the planet to achieve more” | 2,399 | 143.015 |
| Alphabet Inc. (Google) | “Do the right thing” | 1,642 | 182.527 |
| Amazon.com Inc. | “Work hard. Have fun. Make history.” | 1,374 | 386.064 |
| Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook) | “Move fast and break things” | 734.6 | 85.965 |
Answer the questions based on the table above.
(i) Describe the market capitalisation and net worth of Apple Inc. and Microsoft Corp. according to the table. [2]
Answer:
According to the table, Apple Inc. has a market capitalization of 2,792 USD billions and a net worth of 274.515 USD billions. Microsoft Corp. has a market.
Capitalization of 2,399 USD billions and a net worth of 143.015 USD billions.
(ii) Which company has the motto “Do the right thing”? [1]
(A) Apple Inc.
(B) Microsoft Corp.
(C) Alphabet Inc. (Google)
(D) Amazon.com Inc.
Answer:
(C) Alphabet Inc. (Google)
(iii) Compare the market capitalization of Alphabet Inc. (Google) and Amazon.com Inc. according to the table. [2]
Answer:
According to the table, Alphabet Inc. (Google) has a market capitalization of 1,642 USD billions, while Amazon.com Inc. has a market capitalization of 1,374 USD billions.
(iv) Apple Inc. : “Think Different”:: Amazon.com Inc.: ………….. [1]
Answer:
Apple Inc. : “Think Different” :: Amazon.com Inc. :
“Work hard. Have fun. Make history.”
(v) Which company has the highest net worth according to the table? [1]
Answer:
According to the table, Amazon.com Inc. has the highest net worth at 386.064 USD billions.
(vi) According to the table, the motto of Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook) is …………. . [1]
Answer:
According to the table, the motto of Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook) is
“Move fast and break things.”
(vii) Explain how the market capitalisation, net worth, and motto of Microsoft Corp. are represented in the table. [1]
(A) Microsoft Corp.’s market capitalisation is 2,399 USD billions, its net worth is 143.015 USD billions, and its motto is “Empower every person and every organisation on the planet to achieve more.”
(B) Microsoft Corp.’s market capitalisation is 1,642 USD billions, its net worth is 182.527 USD billions, and its motto is “Do the right thing.”
(C) Microsoft Corp.’s market capitalisation is 1,374 USD billions, its net worth is 386.064 USD billions, and its motto is “Work hard. Have fun. Make history.”
Answer:
(A) Microsoft Corp.’s market capitalisation is 2,399 USD billions, its net worth is 143.015 USD billions, and its motto is “Empower every person and every organisation on the planet to achieve more.”
Explanation:
According to the table, Microsoft Corp.’s market capitalization is 2,399 USD billions, its net worth is 143.015 USD billions, and its motto is “Empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.”
(viii) Match the following companies with their mottos: [1]
(A) Apple Inc. – 1.”Move fast and break things”
(B) Microsoft Corp. – 2.”Think Different”
(C) Alphabet Inc. – 3.”Work hard. Have fun. Make history.”
(D) Amazon.com Inc. – 4.”Empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more”
Answer:
The correct matches are: Apple Inc.- 2.”Think Different”, Microsoft Corp.- 4.”Empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more”, Alphabet Inc.- 3.”Work hard. Have fun. Make history.”, and Amazon.com Inc.- 1.”Move fast and break things.”
Section – B
Writing Skills [22 Marks]
Question 3.
Write an email to the principal of your school, requesting her or him to ask students to participate in the charity drive. (3)
You may copy the given template to write your email.
| From : | |
| To : | |
| Cc : | |
| Date : | |
| Subject: | |
Answer:
From :
[email protected]
To :
[email protected]
Cc :
[email protected]
Date : 10th April, 20XX
Subject : Charity Drive on 22nd January , 20XX
Respected Sir/Ma‘am
As you are already aware, we the members of the Nature club, are organizing a “Charity Drive” in our school on the 22nd January, 20XX. It would be great help if you could make an announcement during the school assembly regarding the same.
The details of the charity drive are reiterated as such. Students are allowed to donate books, clothing, shoes basic necessities which should be well within the expiration date. All the Items that will be donated will be sent to to SMILE nonprofit organization and they will further distribute it to the poor and needy.
We would be grateful if you could convince more students to participate in this drive for it to be a success.
Thanking you
Yours Sincerely
XYZ
Class X
Question 4.
As your school celebrated Van Mahotsav recently, write a factual description of the event describing it in 100 words. Describe what plant you chose and why, along with the importance of the same for our environment. [4]
Answer:
Our recent Van Mahotsav celebration was a truly memorable event that brought our school community together. Each participant enthusiastically planted a sampling of the neem tree, a choice made for its remarkable environmental benefits and multifaceted importance. Neem, scientifically known as Azadirachta indica, holds a special place in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties, making it a symbol of health and wellness.
The event began with enlightening talks on neem’s significance in Ayurveda and its potential to combat air pollution. Neem trees act as natural air purifiers, releasing oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide. Its hardiness and adaptability to our region’s climate make it an ideal choice for our school’s green initiative. Neem’s leaves, twigs, and extracts are used for various health remedies, reflecting its deep-rooted connection with holistic well-being.
By planting neem saplings, our students not only contributed to a greener environment but also learned the value of sustainable practices. This event highlighted the power of collective efforts in creating a positive impact on our surroundings. As these neem trees grow, they will play a crucial role in improving air quality, fostering a healthier ecosystem, and instilling a sense of environmental responsibility among our students.
Question 5.
A. The importance of India as a large nation lies in its unity. Unity is India’s strength and Unity in Diversity is the most important feature of India. However, time and again we have witnessed a rise in various social tensions among people of different states and linguistic origins. With the help of MCB Unit ‘National Integration’, write a letter to the Editor, drawing the attention of the public towards the need to develop the spirit of unity in 100-120 words. You are Anaira Batra. (7)
Answer:
B-27/Phase I, Ashok Vihar
New Delhi
27th November, 20XX
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
New Delhi
Subject Need to Develop the Spirit of Unity
Sir/Ma’am
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of the general public towards the need to develop the spirit of unity.
In India, or any nation for that matter national integration alone can be the foundation of a strong, united, and prosperous India, especially when terror acts are increasing day by day. Hence, it is said that ‘United we stand, divided we fall. However, communal clashes and, social and economic inequalities put a
challenge to the national harmony of India. Time and again we have witnessed a rise in social tensions between different communities present in the nation such tensions make our nation vulnerable to foreign attacks that can wreak havoc on it. Hence, we all need to understand that we all need to be united to gain respect from all other nations in the world.
Adequate measures should be taken to remove the social and economic inequalities to ensure unity among various sections of society. The various social issues such as the caste system, child labour, dowry system etc. should be eradicated from our society as soon as possible to further promote national integration.
People need to accept that there is a need for unity in India. They should not be committed to a particular religion but to the nation as a whole.
Thanking You
Yours truly
Anaira Batra
OR
B. You are Ram/Rajani, a resident of Nagpur. You feel students should use the Internet I mostly for gaining knowledge rather than wasting away time merely on entertainment. Write a letter to the Editor, ‘The Harbinger’, 9, Bund Marg, Hyderabad, pointing out how schools can control students’ net surfing at school and enable them to use internet fruitfully. Use idea from MCB unit 2 : Education, along with your own.
Answer:
E-114, Nandanvan Colony
Nagpur
31st January, 20XX
The Editor
The Harbinger
9, Bund Marg
Hyderabad
Subject Control Net Surfing at School
Sir/Ma’am
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to direct the attention of the concerned authorities towards the students who are wasting away their precious time on the internet merely for ‘ entertainment. Our public schools have modernized their libraries to provide internet surfing facilities to senior students so that they can complete their assignments and also gain the knowledge necessary to be well-informed and do well in their exams.
However, the schools have not introduced much control on net surfing by students, resulting in the students wasting their time entertaining themselves by playing interactive games available on various sites or watching videos and other prohibited material. This leads to poor performance in the exams, thus affecting the overall reputation of the school concerned.
In this regard, schools must ensure that they install suitable software that will block content like interactive games and other sites that are prohibited schools, in collaboration with parents, should make the students aware of the many negative effects of uncontrolled and improper net surfing. Unless this is done effectively, the whole purpose of providing the net facility will be defeated. So, the schools should control students’ net surfing at school and enable them to use the Internet fruitfully.
Thanking you
Yours truly
Rajani
Question 6.
(a) Write an article in 150-200 words on “Vocational Training as Part of the School Curriculum” for your school magazine expressing your views on its need in the present scenario and suggesting steps to make it successful. You are Ashok/ Arpit. [8]
Use the given cues, along with your ideas.
I. What is vocational education?
II. How to introduce vocational education?
III. Essential steps for Vocational education IV Benefits of Vocational education.
OR
(b) Indian parents are obsessed with the conventional education system. A system that promotes science and maths as the chief and only subjects to be studied. Write an article in 150 words for a national daily stressing the changes needed in the current education system. You can present your views as Dakshita of X-A.
Cues
I. What are the limitations of the conventional education system that focuses primarily on science and maths?
II. How does this focus on science and maths affect students’ overall development and learning?
III. What changes are needed in the current education system to promote a more well-rounded education?
IV. How can subjects such as arts, humanities, and social sciences be given equal importance in the curriculum?
V. What are the benefits of a more holistic education that includes a diverse range of subjects?
VI. How can parents and educators work together to promote a more balanced approach to education?
VII. What role can school and educational institutions play in implementing these changes?
VIII. How can the government support and encourage these changes in the education system?
IX. What is the long-term impact of these changes on students, society, and the country as a whole?
Answer:
(a) Vocational Training as Part of the School Curriculum -By Ashok XD
Vocational education refers to a system or course of study which prepares individuals for jobs that are based on manual or practical activities. Education is the fundamental right of every Indian citizen. It is an important prerequisite for the progress of an individual and the nation. In India, education is provided by both the Government and private sectors. Other than primary and secondary education, vocational education is also catching up fast with today’s generation.
Essential steps for Vocational training can be:
– Vocational training to be essential part of curriculum.
– Knowledge of professional courses to the students through career counselling programmes and experts.
– Aptitude tests to choose a professional course
– Practical training – to work in the work shops or institutes.
– Stipends /scholarships to the students on meritorious students
– Selection through campus interviews
– Job opportunities/self-employment
– easy loan by the government
“Educate a woman, and you educate the whole family.”
Regarding women’s education, it can be said that education or providing practical training to women can go a long way in making them independent. Vocational education will not only provide jobs but give many a reason to live a worthy and independent life.
OR
(b) Embracing Educational Diversity: A Call for Reform -Dakshita XA
As a student in X grade, I advocate for a transformative shift in our education system. The prevailing obsession with science and mathematics as exclusive pursuits not only stifles creativity but also disregards the diverse talents and passions of students.
A holistic education framework should encompass arts, humanities, and vocational subjects. This would foster well-rounded individuals capable of critical thinking and innovation. Additionally, the intense pressure to conform to a limited academic spectrum contributes to rising stress levels and mental health concerns among students.
The solution lies in personalized learning, acknowledging that each student is unique. Such an approach would encourage the exploration of individual interests and aptitudes, nurturing a genuine love for learning.
In conclusion, by broadening our educational outlook, we can empower students to excel in various domains while preserving their mental and emotional well-being. It’s time to break free from the confines of convention and embrace a truly inclusive and progressive learning experience.
Section – C
Grammar Skills [10 Marks]
Question 7.
Complete tasks A – C, as directed.
A. Fill the blanks (i) – (iii) with the appropriate option from those in the brackets. (3)
Several studies have found that people who (i) …………….. (regular/regularise/regularly) engage in challenging activites, like reading, doing crossword puzzles or playing chess
(ii) …………….. (seems/seem/seam) less likely to develop dementia (iii) ………………….. (latter/late/later) in life.
Answer:
(i) regularly
(ii) seem
(iii) later
B. The following passage has not been edited. There is an error in each line. Write the incorrect word and the correction against the correct blank number. The first one has been done as an example. (4)
Answer:
Incorrect Correct
(a) in of
(b) attach attaching
(c) hostile hostility
(d) seeming seems
(c) Do as directed.
(i) Rearrange the following jumbled words/ phrases in the given information to create a meaningful sentence. (1)
for many/on/relied/dogs/people have/generations
They have been used for hunting and companionship. A dog’s nose and ears are very sensitive.
(ii) Report the dialogue to complete the paragraph that follows (1 + 1)
Anil : Why is there such a big crowd on that street?
Ravi : A new shop selling sports goods is opening today.
Anil : Is a filmstar doing the opening ceremony?
Ravi : I heard that Sachin Tendulkar is inaugurating it.
Anil asked Ravi (a) …………….. Ravi replied that a new shop (b) …………….. Anil enquired whether a filmstar was doing the opening ceremony. Ravi replied that he had heard that Sachin Tendulkar was inaugurating it.
Answer:
(i) For many generations people have relied on dogs./People have relied on dogs for many generations.
(ii) (a) why was there such a big crowd on that street.
(b) selling sports goods was opening that day.
Section – D
Literature Textbook [26 Marks]
Question 8.
Read the given excerpts and answer the questions briefly, for ANY TWO excerpts, of the three, given.
(A) “He holds him with his glittering eye-
The Wedding Guest stood still,
And listens like a three years’ child The Mariner hath his will.”
(The Rime of the Ancient Mariner)
(i) Who holds whom with a glittering eye in the given lines? [1]
Answer:
The Mariner holds the Wedding Guest with a glittering eye.
(ii) How does the Wedding Guest react to the situation described? [1]
Answer:
The Wedding Guest stands still and listens, resembling a three-year-old’ child.
(iii) What is the comparison made between the Wedding Guest’s behaviour and that of a child? [1]
Answer:
The comparison is that the Wedding Guest listens to the Mariner’s story like a three-year-old child, implying he is captivated and attentive.
(iv) What is the outcome of the Mariner’s actions in the lines provided? [1]
Answer:
The outcome is that the Mariner successfully holds the Wedding Guest’s attention and proceeds to tell his story, suggesting that the Mariner has control over the situation.
(B) And on the pedestal these words appear;
“My name is Ozymandias, king of kings. Look upon my works, ye mighty and despair!”
Nothing besides remains. Round the decay of that colossal wreck,
boundless and bare. The lone and level sands stretch far away
(Ozymandias)
(i) What were the speaker’s initial thoughts about the act? [1]
Answer:
The speaker initially thought the act was paltry, vulgar, and mean.
(ii) How did the speaker feel about their education and the voices associated with it? [1]
Answer:
The speaker despised themselves and the voices of their accursed education.
(iii) What emotions did the speaker experience towards themselves? [1]
Answer:
The speaker felt disdain towards themselves.
(iv) Can you describe the speaker’s attitude towards the described act using one word? [1]
Answer:
The speaker’s attitude towards the described act can be described as “disdainful” or “contemptuous.”
(C) CASSIUS: Why, man, he doth bestride the narrow world
Like a Colossus, and we petty men
Walk under his huge legs and peep about
To find ourselves in dishonorable graves.
Men at some time are masters of their fates.
The fault, dear Brutus, is not our stars,
But in ourselves, that we are underlings.
(Julius Caesar)
(i) Who is being described as “he” in the speech, and what imagery is used to portray this person’s dominance? [1]
Answer:
The person being described as “he” is a powerful and dominant figure. The imagery used to portray this person’s dominance is that of a “Colossus” who “doth bestride the narrow world.”
(ii) What do the “petty men” do while the individual described as a “Colossus” is present? [1]
Answer:
The “petty men” walk under the “huge legs” of the dominant figure and look around to find themselves in “dishonorable graves.”
(iii) According to the speech, where does the responsibility lie for the condition of being “underlings”? [1]
Answer:
The responsibility for the condition of being “underlings” lies not in external forces like fate or stars but in themselves. The speech suggests that it is their actions and choices that make them “underlings.”
(iv) What message is conveyed about human agency and control over destiny in the speech? [1]
Answer:
The speech conveys the message that individuals can be masters of their fate. It emphasizes that the fault for being “underlings” lies within individuals and their choices, rather than being predetermined by external forces like stars or fate.
Question 9.
Answer Any Five of the following six questions about in 30 – 40 words each. (5 × 2 = 10)
(i) Who does the ‘shattered visage’ in the poem, ‘Ozymandias’, belong to and why is it ‘half sunk’? (2)
Answer:
The shattered visage’ in the poem belongs to the statue of king Ozymandias that stands in the desert. It is ‘half sunk’ as it is half buried in the sand. The face of the statue that was buried in the sand looked serious and wore a scornful expression.
(ii) Was Julius Caesar proud and overconfident? Justify (Julius Caeser) (2)
Answer:
Julius Caesar was a great warrior and a just leader. He was proud of his achievements but he was not arrogant or haughty. However, he was overconfident, He underestimated the power and potential of the conspirators as well as his wife’s intuition. He paid the price with the loss of his life.
(iii) In ‘Virtually True’, when did the first video game come to an end? (2)
Answer:
In Virtually True’, the first video game came to an end when narrator and the second Sheriff Sebastian Shultz, went ahead on horseback being chased by the horsemen. At that moment, the sound of a gunshot echoed round the air. The second Sheriff groaned and slumped back against him, At this, the game showed that it was over.
(iv) How did Patol Babu react on receiving his dialogue? (Patol Babu, A Film Star) (2)
Answer:
When Sosanko handed over the lines that Patol Babu needed to speak for his role. Patol Babu was shocked His dialogue was just a monosyllabic exclamation Oh’. He felt insulted and dejected.
(v) Why does the speaker consider his intention of killing the snake as ‘a paltry vulgar and mean act’? (Snake) (2)
Answer:
The poet thought of his act of killing the snake as a paltry, vulgar and mean act because the snake did not harm him. It had only come to drink water and was going back peacefully. So, the snake didn’t deserve to be killed.
(vi) What made the postmaster understand All’s pain later on in the story The Letter? (2)
Answer:
The postmaster understood All’s pain when he tried a similar situation that AP’ had been facing for the past 5 years. The postmaster’s daughter was ill and he had no news of her. Just like All, he also had to wait for the letter from his daughter informing her about her health and well-being.
Question 10.
Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions in about 150 words. [8]
(A) In today’s society, people take advantage of the ignorance and innocence of others. Describe the poem, The Frog and the Nightingale.
OR
(B) Julius Caesar compares himself to the North Star. Despite being such a great emperor, there are certain flaws in his character which lead to his downfall. Being one of the citizens in the mob, listening to the funeral oration by Antony, you feel deeply moved by Caesar’s untimely death. Pen down your emotions at having lost such an eminent personality who could have led Rome to prosperity.
Answer:
(A) In contemporary society, the exploitation of ignorance and innocence remains a troubling issue, echoing themes explored in the poem ‘The Frog and the Nightingale’. The poem underscores how individuals often exploit those who lack awareness or experience, exploiting their vulnerabilities for personal gain. This theme is reflected in the way the frog takes advantage of the nightingale’s naivety and eagerness to please. The frog manipulates her into believing his harsh criticism is constructive feedback, gradually eroding her confidence and self-esteem. This mirrors how individuals today can exploit the trusting nature of others for their interests, manipulating them into situations that ultimately benefit the manipulator more than the manipulated.
Moreover, the poem highlights the power dynamic that emerges when ignorance is pitted against cunning manipulation. The frog’s experience and calculated approach allow him to gain control over the nightingale’s talent, stifling her potential for personal growth and success. This mirrors how, in modern society, individuals who are more aware and experienced may exploit the less knowledgeable, ensuring their dominance and suppressing the untapped potential of the innocent.
However, the poem also serves as a cautionary tale, urging us to recognize and resist such exploitation. The nightingale’s eventual realization of her exploitation serves as a reminder that innocence and ignorance should not equate to powerlessness. In today’s society, individuals need to be discerning and informed, safeguarding themselves against manipulation. By learning from the nightingale’s plight, we can strive for a society that values and protects innocence while fostering a culture of awareness and empowerment, ultimately breaking the cycle of exploitation.
OR
(B) 17 July 20XX
10 p.m.
Dear Diary
Today, I attended the funeral oration of Antony and realized that Julius Caesar was the greatest and the most powerful among Roman generals who could have led Rome to glory and prosperity. Julius Caesar was referred to as the foremost man in the world. He had conquered and defeated powerful kings and brought wealth and prosperity to Rome. He compared himself to the North Star, had he been a little flexible, things would have been different today. His insensitivity and high-handedness had humiliated several members of the Senate. He was a philanthropist who donated generously and believed in charity, he left his private parks and orchards for our recreation. But sometimes I feel that success had made him haughty and arrogant, his confidence had consumed his wisdom, and he should have paid heed to the soothsayer. If he had stayed home due to the entreaties of his wife, maybe he could have been safe. I am worried about Rome’s future now. What if a worse ruler comes in his place? We must take charge of the situation before things go out of hand.
Let’s hope for the best.
Amit