Sushovan Pal

  I. Tick the Correct Option. The Earth’s atmosphere is primarily composed of which two gases? a) Nitrogen and Oxygen Which layer of the atmosphere is responsible for containing the ozone layer? b) Stratosphere What is the main cause of ozone depletion? a) Release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) Global warming refers to the gradual increase in the average temperature of: a) The Earth’s surface and oceans Which international agreement aims to address the issue of climate change and limit global warming to below 2°C? d) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)     II. Fill in the Blanks. 1.     The atmosphere is a vital part of our planet, surrounding the Earth in all directions. It consists mainly of gases and dust particles . 2.     The difference in air pressure causes the air to move, creating winds. Winds blow from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure . 3.     ...

    Questions from the Text 1.      Was the man who established the prize truly "evil"? o      The text ,The prize poem describes him as misanthropic (disliking humankind) and suggests his intention was to harass students by forcing them to write poetry. However, his actions were more mischievous than outright evil. The humor lies in the absurdity of his bequest and the unintended consequences it created. 2.      Why did Reynolds want Smith to "tell the Old Man all about it"? o      Reynolds wanted Smith to be honest with the Headmaster if his poem won the prize. This shows Reynolds' integrity and his belief in transparency, even if it meant facing consequences. It also highlights his confidence in his poetic abilities and his willingness to take responsibility for his actions. 3.      What does "edition de luxe" mean? What does this tell you about Reynolds' poem? o  ...