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ENGLISH 302
Tutor Marked Assignment
Max. Marks: 20
Note:
(i) All questions are compulsory. The marks allotted for each question are given beside the question.
(ii) Write your name, enrollment number, AI name and subject on the first page of the answer sheet.

1. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words. 2
(a) The villagers believe in superstitions to explain the scorpion’s sting. What does this tell us about the role of tradition in shaping people’s perspectives? (See Lesson-11)
(b) How does the Vedic concept of Panchamahabhuta (five elements) illustrate the interconnectedness of human beings and nature? (See Lesson-5)

2. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words. 2
(a) The crow proved himself to be a true friend of the deer. What qualities made the crow a good friend? (See Lesson-1)
(b) If you are asked a difficult question in an interview that you don’t know the answer to, how should you handle the situation? (See Lesson-27)

3. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words. 2
(a) What strategies can hospitals and healthcare institutions implement to ensure better biomedical waste management? (See Lesson-15)
(b) Festivals often strengthen social bonds and emotional well-being. How do Losar and Bihu help people connect with their roots, family, and community? (See Lesson-20)

4. Answer any one of the following questions in about 100–150 words. 4
(a) Mary Kom faced many challenges on her journey to success. What qualities helped her overcome these obstacles? How can we apply similar determination in our own lives? (See Lesson-2)
(b) Kalidasa’s works are known for their lyrical beauty. How does the use of metaphors
and similes enhance the meaning of his poetry? Can you find an example of such poetic devices in Meghdutam and Abhigyan Shakuntalam? (See Lesson-21)

5. Answer any one of the following questions in about 100-150 words. 4
(a) The poem vividly describes the sights and sounds of a traditional Indian bazaar. How does the poet use imagery and sensory details to bring the market to life? Provide examples from the poem. (See Lesson-14)
(b) Andha Yug explores themes of morality and the consequences of war. How does the play depict the ethical dilemmas faced by its characters? How are these dilemmas relevant to modern society? (See Lesson-6)

6. Prepare any one project out of the following in about 500 words. 6
(a) Spend a day communicating only face-to-face without using text messages or social media. Document your experiences and challenges. How did this change your interactions and relationships? (See Lesson-22)
(b) Choose one Vedic environmental practice (such as herbal medicine, water conservation, or organic farming) and apply it in your daily life for a week. Record your observations and reflections in a journal or video diary. (See Lesson-5)