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ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
Answer subparts (i), (ii) and (iii).
Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given after each of them in brackets.
5 marksMCQ
Class 12 · English
Answer subparts (i), (ii) and (iii).
In the following sentences, replace the INCORRECT underlined words to make
the sentences meaningful and grammatically correct. Do not copy the sentences.
5 marksMCQ
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 - 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
The children’s library in your locality was in a neglected condition. You and your friends visited it
recently and decided to do something about it. What did you see there and how did you bring about
a significant change? Describe the excitement on the reopening of the library and how you felt when
many children began to visit it eventually.
Short answer
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 – 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
You become what you read. Present your reflections on this statement.
Short answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
Answer subparts (i), (ii) and (iii).
Replace the INCORRECT underlined words to make the following sentences meaningful and
grammatically correct. Do not copy the sentences.
5 marksMCQ
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
Summarise Emma’s search for the lava lake and her joy at witnessing it finally (paragraphs 8 to 14). You
are required to write the summary in the form of a connected passage in about 100 words.
8 marksLong answer
Class 12 · English
Answer the following questions as briefly as possible in your own words.
(a) With reference to the passage, explain the meaning of the expression of the
‘I had burned my boats’ ?
(b) Cite any two instances of the behaviour of the bank employees that indicate
the insignificance of a deposit of fifty-six dollars.
(c) Why do you think the people in the bank thought of the narrator as an
“invalid millionaire” ?
2 marksShort answer
Class 12 · English
As the school leader, you have been given the responsibility of organising a school
trip for the students of classes XI and XII to a place of historical importance. Write
a proposal in about 150 words stating the steps you would take to successfully
organise the trip.
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10 marksLong answer
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 – 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
Write an original short story that ends with the following words:
…. That is when they realised that sometimes, the most extraordinary stories begin
with the simplest of moments.
Short answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
Answer subparts (i), (ii) and (iii).
Neha turned out the job offer as she wanted to continue her higher studies.
(j) I did not expect so many people to turn over for the conference.
Short answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 - 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
Clothes define a person. Present your reflections on this statement.
Short answer
Class 12 · English
Summarise why the narrator decided ‘to bank no more’(paragraphs 6 to 10) You
are required to write the summary in the form of a connected passage in about 100
words. Failure to keep within the word limit will be penalised.
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ENGLISH PAPER 1
(LANGUAGE)
8 marksLong answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
You are the President of The Nature Club of your school. You want to organise ‘Tree Plantation Day’ in
order to celebrate its tenth anniversary. Write a proposal in about 150 words stating the steps you would
take to organise the programme and make it a success.
10 marksLong answer
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 – 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
Parents should not influence their children when choosing the subjects they wish
to study. Argue either FOR or AGAINST the given statement.
Short answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
(a) Find a single word from the passage that will exactly replace the underlined word or words in the
following sentences.
(1) The aircraft was designed to overcome sudden and violent changes in weather conditions.
(2) The doctor has advised the patient to continue taking the medicines till the fever comes down.
(3) The thief escapes the police every time.
(b) For each of the words given below, choose the correct sentence that uses the same word unchanged
in spelling, but with a different meaning from that which it carries in the passage.
(1) steps (line 2)
(A) What steps have you taken to rectify the situation?
(B) One should tackle every problem step by step.
(C) The math teacher steps into the classroom with authority.
(D) She stepped forward to help without being asked.
(2) light (line 44)
(A) She could see very well by the light of the candle.
(B) My mother asked me to switch the lights on.
(C) Although the bag was full, it felt light and easy to carry.
(D) The light was burning in the room late into the night.
(3) set (line 44)
(A) A complete set of her novels was displayed in the library.
(B) We should reach home before the sun sets.
(C) The glorious sunset was a sight to behold.
(D) He sets the pace for future discoveries.
3 marksShort answer
Class 12 · English
(a) Find a single word from the passage that will exactly replace the
underlined word or words in the following sentences.
(1) The kind stranger went and got back the ball from where it had rolled
into the bush.
(2) I took offence at the expression on his face that was clearly meant to
insinuate I was a liar.
(3) The firm experienced a financial loss when the contract went to a
contender who had just entered the business.
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(b) For each of the words given below, choose the correct sentence that
uses the same word unchanged in spelling, but with a different
meaning from that which it carries in the passage.
(1) alarm (line 8)
(A) The silence from the other end set off alarm bells in her head.
(B) The pallor of his skin alarmed those standing around.
(C) I set my alarm for six o’clock but slept through it.
(D) The sound of the approaching jets caused some alarm in the
war room.
(2) wicket (line 44)
(A) The wicketkeeper was the true saviour of the day for that one
match.
(B) The team wanted to bat while the wicket was still dry.
(C) The man at the window handed us our tickets through the
wicket.
(D) The quick loss of wickets demoralised the team.
(3) reason (line 48)
(A) After the tragedy, his ability to reason is severely diminished.
(B) They reasoned they could get better seats if they arrived early.
(C) Recipients of funds were selected without rhyme or reason.
(D) We have every reason to celebrate.
3 marksShort answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 - 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
You depended on technology to complete an important task. However, it failed you at a crucial moment.
Narrate what happened, your attempts to fix it and the lessons you learnt from this experience.
Short answer
ISC Class XII 2025
Class 12 · English
Write a feature article in about 300 words, to be published in your school magazine on the topic “The
Importance of Sports’. Your article must use the guidelines given below:
Inculcates discipline – builds teamwork – has health benefits – develops leadership qualities – leads to
character building – provides career options
15 marksLong answer
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 – 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
During the lunch break, a surprising sight unfolded as a monkey entered your
school campus. Narrate your experience as you took charge and guided junior
students to their classrooms ensuring their safety.
Short answer
Class 12 · English
20] Write a composition (in approximately 400 – 450 words) on any one of the following subjects. (You are reminded that you will be rewarded for the orderly and coherent presentation of the matter, use of appropriate style and general accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar.)
You had to go on a train journey with your family. On reaching the railway station,
you discovered that your train was delayed by two hours. Describe how you spent
those two hours, detailing what you saw, the sounds you heard, and the interactions
you had with the people around you. Express your feelings when you saw the train
finally approaching the station.
Short answer