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Class 9 ENGLISH
Road Safety Week

Road Safety Week – Additional Questions Class 9 ENGLISH


📝 Section A: 1-Mark Comprehension Questions (30 Questions)
(Three different non-MCQ formats: Short Answer, Fill in the Blanks, and True/False. Answers are provided at the end of this section for www.WithTeachers.in)

Type 1: Short Answer Questions | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.1 What is the national event aimed at raising public awareness about traffic rules called?
Question ❓.2 In which month is the Road Safety Week organised every year in India?
Question ❓.3 Which government ministry organises the Road Safety Week?
Question ❓.4 According to the World Health Organisation, what is the leading cause of hospitalisation cases and deaths on roads?
Question ❓.5 What is the permissible age for driving a private vehicle in India?
Question ❓.6 At what age can an individual apply for a learner's licence for a 50cc engine vehicle?
Question ❓.7 What is the minimum age required for driving a commercial vehicle in India?
Question ❓.8 What must bikers wear to ensure their safety on the road?
Question ❓.9 What must four-wheel drivers wear while driving?
Question ❓.10 What strong message do local authorities send regarding driving under the influence of alcohol?

Type 2: Fill in the Blanks | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.11 Road safety involves various methods and measures to prevent roadside injuries and ______.
Question ❓.12 The rise of accidents is due to the rapid increase in the number of ______ users.
Question ❓.13 During the campaign, pocket guides and ______ are distributed to on-road travellers.
Question ❓.14 The campaign sensitises people about the dangerous outcome of ______ driving and high-speed driving.
Question ❓.15 Drivers are strictly instructed not to use ______ phones while driving.
Question ❓.16 Various painting and drawing ______ are organised for school and college students.
Question ❓.17 ______ drivers tend to drive in a rash and negligent way, risking lives.
Question ❓.18 Texting on mobile phones while driving is a prime example of ______ driving.
Question ❓.19 Jumping signals or driving in a restricted lane causes severe ______.
Question ❓.20 The fitness certificate should be made ______ for every vehicle running on the road.

Type 3: True or False | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.21 True/False: Road safety is non-essential and does not affect pedestrians.
Question ❓.22 True/False: Many charitable organisations and private firms provide logistic support to the Road Safety Week Campaign.
Question ❓.23 True/False: Road Safety Week is celebrated only in rural villages.
Question ❓.24 True/False: Free medical check-up camps are organised for drivers during this week.
Question ❓.25 True/False: A 16-year-old is legally allowed to drive a heavy commercial vehicle in India.
Question ❓.26 True/False: Listening to loud music while driving is considered a form of distracted driving.
Question ❓.27 True/False: Careless pedestrians can also cause road accidents and put others into trouble.
Question ❓.28 True/False: Drivers caught texting on cell phones should be rewarded.
Question ❓.29 True/False: Anyone driving without a helmet or not wearing a seat belt must be fined.
Question ❓.30 True/False: Unsafe and poorly kept commercial vehicles run on the roads without risking any lives.

Answers for Section A | www.WithTeachers.in
Answer đŸŽ¯.1 Road Safety Week
Answer đŸŽ¯.2 January
Answer đŸŽ¯.3 Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Answer đŸŽ¯.4 Lack of awareness
Answer đŸŽ¯.5 18 years
Answer đŸŽ¯.6 16 years
Answer đŸŽ¯.7 20 years
Answer đŸŽ¯.8 Helmet
Answer đŸŽ¯.9 Seat-belt
Answer đŸŽ¯.10 "Zero Tolerance against Drunken Driving"
Answer đŸŽ¯.11 deaths
Answer đŸŽ¯.12 vehicle
Answer đŸŽ¯.13 leaflets
Answer đŸŽ¯.14 drunken
Answer đŸŽ¯.15 cell
Answer đŸŽ¯.16 competitions
Answer đŸŽ¯.17 Drunken
Answer đŸŽ¯.18 distracted
Answer đŸŽ¯.19 casualties
Answer đŸŽ¯.20 compulsory
Answer đŸŽ¯.21 False
Answer đŸŽ¯.22 True
Answer đŸŽ¯.23 False
Answer đŸŽ¯.24 True
Answer đŸŽ¯.25 False
Answer đŸŽ¯.26 True
Answer đŸŽ¯.27 True
Answer đŸŽ¯.28 False
Answer đŸŽ¯.29 True
Answer đŸŽ¯.30 False

📝 Section B: 1-Mark Grammar Questions (50 Questions)

(Includes Synonyms, Antonyms, Nouns, Verbs, Speech, Voice, and Prepositions. Answers are grouped at the end for www.WithTeachers.in)

Synonyms (Provide a similar meaning word) | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.31 What is the synonym for "essential"?
Question ❓.32 What is the synonym for "prevent"?
Question ❓.33 What is the synonym for "aware"?
Question ❓.34 What is the synonym for "reduce"?
Question ❓.35 What is the synonym for "enthusiasm"?
Question ❓.36 What is the synonym for "fatalities"?
Question ❓.37 What is the synonym for "precious"?

Antonyms (Provide the exact opposite word) | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.38 Provide the antonym for "increase".
Question ❓.39 Provide the antonym for "strict".
Question ❓.40 Provide the antonym for "major".
Question ❓.41 Provide the antonym for "voluntarily".
Question ❓.42 Provide the antonym for "qualified".
Question ❓.43 Provide the antonym for "careless".
Question ❓.44 Provide the antonym for "safe".

Noun Forms (Convert the given word to its Noun form) | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.45 What is the noun form of "prevent"?
Question ❓.46 What is the noun form of "aware"?
Question ❓.47 What is the noun form of "encourage"?
Question ❓.48 What is the noun form of "distribute"?
Question ❓.49 What is the noun form of "educate"?
Question ❓.50 What is the noun form of "violate"?
Question ❓.51 What is the noun form of "tolerant"?

Verb Forms (Convert the given word to its Verb form) | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.52 What is the verb form of "injury"?
Question ❓.53 What is the verb form of "celebration"?
Question ❓.54 What is the verb form of "organisation"?
Question ❓.55 What is the verb form of "instruction"?
Question ❓.56 What is the verb form of "competition"?
Question ❓.57 What is the verb form of "announcement"?
Question ❓.58 What is the verb form of "exhibition"?

Direct to Indirect Speech | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.59 Change to Indirect: The teacher said, "Road safety is very necessary."
Question ❓.60 Change to Indirect: The police officer said, "Do not use cell phones while driving."
Question ❓.61 Change to Indirect: He said, "I have a valid driving licence."
Question ❓.62 Change to Indirect: The doctor said, "Lack of awareness causes accidents."
Question ❓.63 Change to Indirect: She said, "I am wearing my seat-belt."
Question ❓.64 Change to Indirect: The instructor said, "Drive slowly on the curve."
Question ❓.65 Change to Indirect: The boy said, "I will apply for a learner's licence."

Indirect to Direct Speech | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.66 Change to Direct: He advised me to wear a helmet.
Question ❓.67 Change to Direct: She said that she was going to a medical check-up camp.
Question ❓.68 Change to Direct: The traffic police ordered the driver to stop the car.
Question ❓.69 Change to Direct: He requested me to follow the traffic rules.
Question ❓.70 Change to Direct: They said that they had organized a debate.

Voice Change & Prepositions (Any Others) | www.WithTeachers.in
Question ❓.71 Change the Voice: The government observes Road Safety Week.
Question ❓.72 Change the Voice: People should follow traffic rules.
Question ❓.73 Change the Voice: They distributed safety posters.
Question ❓.74 Change the Voice: Drunken drivers cause serious accidents.
Question ❓.75 Change the Voice: The local authorities check the drivers.
Question ❓.76 Fill in the Preposition: Road safety is ____ paramount importance.
Question ❓.77 Fill in the Preposition: The campaign aims ____ raising public awareness.
Question ❓.78 Fill in the Preposition: It is celebrated ____ great interest.
Question ❓.79 Fill in the Preposition: The exercise is aimed ____ reducing road accidents.
Question ❓.80 Fill in the Preposition: The bus crashed ____ the railing.

Answers for Section B | www.WithTeachers.in
Answer đŸŽ¯.31 necessary / crucial
Answer đŸŽ¯.32 stop / avoid
Answer đŸŽ¯.33 conscious / informed
Answer đŸŽ¯.34 decrease / lessen
Answer đŸŽ¯.35 excitement / eagerness
Answer đŸŽ¯.36 deaths / casualties
Answer đŸŽ¯.37 valuable / priceless
Answer đŸŽ¯.38 decrease
Answer đŸŽ¯.39 lenient / flexible
Answer đŸŽ¯.40 minor
Answer đŸŽ¯.41 forcefully / compulsorily
Answer đŸŽ¯.42 unqualified / incompetent
Answer đŸŽ¯.43 careful / cautious
Answer đŸŽ¯.44 unsafe / dangerous
Answer đŸŽ¯.45 prevention
Answer đŸŽ¯.46 awareness
Answer đŸŽ¯.47 encouragement
Answer đŸŽ¯.48 distribution
Answer đŸŽ¯.49 education
Answer đŸŽ¯.50 violation
Answer đŸŽ¯.51 tolerance
Answer đŸŽ¯.52 injure
Answer đŸŽ¯.53 celebrate
Answer đŸŽ¯.54 organise
Answer đŸŽ¯.55 instruct
Answer đŸŽ¯.56 compete
Answer đŸŽ¯.57 announce
Answer đŸŽ¯.58 exhibit
Answer đŸŽ¯.59 The teacher said that road safety was very necessary.
Answer đŸŽ¯.60 The police officer instructed not to use cell phones while driving.
Answer đŸŽ¯.61 He said that he had a valid driving licence.
Answer đŸŽ¯.62 The doctor said that lack of awareness caused accidents. (Fact remains unchanged or 'caused' depending on context)
Answer đŸŽ¯.63 She said that she was wearing her seat-belt.
Answer đŸŽ¯.64 The instructor advised to drive slowly on the curve.
Answer đŸŽ¯.65 The boy said that he would apply for a learner's licence.
Answer đŸŽ¯.66 He said to me, "Wear a helmet."
Answer đŸŽ¯.67 She said, "I am going to a medical check-up camp."
Answer đŸŽ¯.68 The traffic police said to the driver, "Stop the car."
Answer đŸŽ¯.69 He said to me, "Please follow the traffic rules."
Answer đŸŽ¯.70 They said, "We have organized a debate."
Answer đŸŽ¯.71 Road Safety Week is observed by the government.
Answer đŸŽ¯.72 Traffic rules should be followed by people.
Answer đŸŽ¯.73 Safety posters were distributed by them.
Answer đŸŽ¯.74 Serious accidents are caused by drunken drivers.
Answer đŸŽ¯.75 The drivers are checked by the local authorities.
Answer đŸŽ¯.76 of
Answer đŸŽ¯.77 at
Answer đŸŽ¯.78 with
Answer đŸŽ¯.79 at
Answer đŸŽ¯.80 into

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Chapter: Road Safety Week

📝 Section A: 2-Mark Questions (25 Questions)

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Question ❓.1 Why do many people mistakenly think road safety is non-essential? Question ❓.2 Who faces the risk of injury or death on the road according to the text? Question ❓.3 What is the main finding of the World Health Organisation regarding road accidents? Question ❓.4 Why is there a sudden demand for a greater need of awareness among people about road safety? Question ❓.5 What is the primary aim of observing Road Safety Week? Question ❓.6 Besides the government, who else provides logistic support to the Road Safety Week Campaign? Question ❓.7 What are bikers and four-wheel drivers instructed to wear for safety? Question ❓.8 Which specific ministry organises the Road Safety Week every year in India? Question ❓.9 Name any four major cities where Road Safety Week is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Question ❓.10 What kinds of educational materials are distributed to on-road travellers during the campaign? Question ❓.11 What strong message do local authorities send through thorough checks of drivers? Question ❓.12 What kind of competitions and activities are organised for commuters and students during this week? Question ❓.13 How do drunken drivers risk their own lives and the lives of others? Question ❓.14 What is the permissible age in India for driving a private vehicle? Question ❓.15 Under what conditions can a 16-year-old apply for a learner's licence? Question ❓.16 What is the minimum age required for driving a commercial vehicle? Question ❓.17 Give two examples of 'distracted driving' mentioned in the text. Question ❓.18 How do unsafe and poorly kept commercial vehicles contribute to accidents? Question ❓.19 How do careless pedestrians put others into trouble? Question ❓.20 What punishment is suggested for persons caught talking or texting on cell phones while driving? Question ❓.21 What is the role of road signs and speed limits? Question ❓.22 What certificate should be made compulsory for every running vehicle? Question ❓.23 What does the author mean by "Zero Tolerance" towards the violation of road safety rules? Question ❓.24 According to the text, why should drivers not listen to loud music? Question ❓.25 What ultimate opportunity does Road Safety Week provide for us?

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Answer đŸŽ¯.1 Many people think it is non-essential because they lack proper awareness, but it is actually of paramount importance as it prevents fatal injuries and deaths. Answer đŸŽ¯.2 People such as pedestrians, motorists, cyclists, and passengers run the continuous risk of injury or death on the road. Answer đŸŽ¯.3 The World Health Organisation found that most hospitalisation cases and leading causes of death are due to a severe lack of road safety awareness. Answer đŸŽ¯.4 The rise of accidents due to the rapid increase in the number of vehicle users demands a greater need for awareness. Answer đŸŽ¯.5 The aim is to raise public awareness about traffic rules, reduce road accidents, and help people save their own lives and the lives of others. Answer đŸŽ¯.6 Many charitable organisations, non-government agencies, and private firms across the country provide logistic support. Answer đŸŽ¯.7 Bikers are instructed to wear a helmet, and four-wheel drivers must wear a seat-belt. Answer đŸŽ¯.8 It is organised by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of India. Answer đŸŽ¯.9 It is celebrated in cities like Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Bhubaneswar, and Kolkata. Answer đŸŽ¯.10 A variety of educational banners, safety posters, safety films, pocket guides, and leaflets are distributed. Answer đŸŽ¯.11 They send a strong message of "Zero Tolerance against Drunken Driving" and other safety violations. Answer đŸŽ¯.12 Various painting and drawing competitions, exhibitions, tests of road rules, debates, and workshops are organised. Answer đŸŽ¯.13 Drunken drivers tend to drive in a rash and negligent way, often overspeeding, which leads to fatal accidents. Answer đŸŽ¯.14 The permissible age in India for driving a private vehicle is 18 years. Answer đŸŽ¯.15 A 16-year-old can apply for a learner's licence for a 50cc engine capacity vehicle only with the consent of their parents. Answer đŸŽ¯.16 A person must be at least 20 years old to drive a commercial vehicle. Answer đŸŽ¯.17 Speaking on cell phones, texting while driving, or talking to other passengers are examples of distracted driving. Answer đŸŽ¯.18 Unsafe and poorly maintained commercial vehicles are prone to mechanical failures, risking the lives of drivers and commuters. Answer đŸŽ¯.19 Careless pedestrians who do not follow road signs or cross roads dangerously force drivers to brake suddenly, causing accidents. Answer đŸŽ¯.20 They must be fined heavily or punished strictly so that they do not repeat such dangerous violations. Answer đŸŽ¯.21 Drivers must be cautioned by road signs and speed limits to maintain control and avoid sudden mishaps. Answer đŸŽ¯.22 A fitness certificate should be made strictly compulsory for every vehicle running on the road. Answer đŸŽ¯.23 "Zero Tolerance" means that no excuse should be accepted, and strict action must be taken instantly against anyone breaking traffic rules. Answer đŸŽ¯.24 Listening to loud music causes distracted driving, taking the driver's attention away from the road and risking lives. Answer đŸŽ¯.25 It is an opportunity to recognise the preciousness of life and understand what must be done to save ourselves and others.

📝 Section B: 3-Mark Questions (20 Questions)

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Question ❓.1 Why does the author state that road safety is of "paramount importance"? Answer đŸŽ¯.1 Road safety is of paramount importance because it directly affects people's lives. It involves crucial methods and measures that protect pedestrians, motorists, and passengers from roadside injuries and fatal accidents.

Question ❓.2 How do non-governmental bodies contribute to Road Safety Week? Answer đŸŽ¯.2 Many charitable organisations, non-government agencies, and private firms actively participate by organising events and providing vital logistic support to the government's campaign to educate the masses on traffic rules.

Question ❓.3 Detail the activities conducted during Road Safety Week in major cities. Answer đŸŽ¯.3 In major cities, educational banners, pocket guides, and leaflets are distributed. Local authorities conduct thorough checks, and various painting competitions, exhibitions, medical check-up camps, and driving workshops are organised.

Question ❓.4 What specific instructions are given to drivers during the safety campaign? Answer đŸŽ¯.4 Drivers are sensitized about the deadly outcomes of drunken and high-speed driving. Bikers are instructed to wear helmets, car drivers to use seat-belts, and all drivers are strictly told not to use cell phones or listen to music.

Question ❓.5 What is the main objective of imposing age limits for issuing driving licences in India?
Answer đŸŽ¯.5 The age limits (18 for private, 20 for commercial, 16 for 50cc with consent) ensure that only mature, responsible, and qualified people take to the wheel, thereby significantly reducing underage driving accidents.

Question ❓.6 Explain the concept and danger of "distracted driving".
 Answer đŸŽ¯.6 Distracted driving occurs when a driver's attention is diverted by talking on the phone, texting, conversing with passengers, or listening to loud music. It is highly dangerous as it heavily risks the lives of the driver and others.

Question ❓.7 How does the habit of breaking basic lane and signal rules lead to casualties?
 Answer đŸŽ¯.7 The habit of jumping traffic signals, not using seat belts, and driving in restricted or wrong lanes causes sudden collisions and chaos, leading directly to severe injuries and fatal casualties.

Question ❓.8 What preventive steps should local authorities take against drunken driving?
Answer đŸŽ¯.8 Local authorities should organise thorough checks of all vehicle drivers and motorcyclists on the roads to catch offenders and enforce a strict "Zero Tolerance" policy against drunken driving.

Question ❓.9 What actions are recommended for licence-issuing authorities?
Answer đŸŽ¯.9 Strict government orders must be issued to the concerned licence-issuing authorities to take very strong, uncompromising steps and conduct proper tests before issuing driving licences to any individual.

Question ❓.10 How should violations involving cell phones and helmets be handled?
 Answer đŸŽ¯.10 Persons caught talking or texting on cell phones, as well as anyone riding without a helmet or driving without a seat belt, must be fined heavily or strictly punished so they never repeat the violation.

Question ❓.11 What role do schools and colleges play in the Road Safety Week campaign?
 Answer đŸŽ¯.11 Many schools and colleges voluntarily take part in the campaign by engaging students in drawing competitions, debates on road safety themes, and tests of road rules to build awareness from a young age.

Question ❓.12 Discuss the WHO's statement regarding road safety.
Answer đŸŽ¯.12 The World Health Organisation highlights a grim reality: the majority of hospitalisation cases and leading causes of death globally are due to a sheer lack of awareness regarding road safety and traffic rules.

Question ❓.13 How do unfit commercial vehicles impact road safety?
Answer đŸŽ¯.13 Many unsafe and poorly maintained commercial vehicles run on the roads. These vehicles can suffer sudden breakdowns or brake failures, directly risking the lives of the drivers and innocent commuters.

Question ❓.14 What is the ultimate message of the concluding paragraph of the text?
Answer đŸŽ¯.14 The concluding paragraph reminds us that life is precious. Road Safety Week is a crucial opportunity to recognize this preciousness and understand our personal responsibility to save our own lives and those of others.

Question ❓.15 Why is there a need for free medical check-up camps for drivers?
 Answer đŸŽ¯.15 Drivers, especially commercial ones, undergo immense physical stress. Free medical check-up camps ensure their eyesight and general health are fit for driving, which prevents accidents caused by medical emergencies on the road.

Question ❓.16 Summarize the dangers of "rash and negligent" driving.
Answer đŸŽ¯.16 Rash and negligent driving, often involving overspeeding and drunken driving, reduces a driver's reaction time and control over the vehicle, making fatal collisions with pedestrians or other vehicles highly likely.

Question ❓.17 Why is it important to distribute pocket guides and leaflets?
Answer đŸŽ¯.17 Distributing pocket guides and leaflets provides on-road travellers with handy, easy-to-read information about traffic signs, safety rules, and cautions, constantly reinforcing safe driving habits.

Question ❓.18 What does "Zero Tolerance" mean in the context of traffic rules?
Answer đŸŽ¯.18 "Zero Tolerance" means the authorities will show absolutely no patience or leniency for serious safety violations like drunken driving; offenders will face immediate and strict penalties without exception.

Question ❓.19 How can pedestrians ensure their own safety on the road?
Answer đŸŽ¯.19 Pedestrians must be careful and aware, using designated zebra crossings, obeying pedestrian traffic lights, and avoiding walking absent-mindedly or carelessly on busy roads.

Question ❓.20 What does the term "logistic support" refer to in the campaign?
Answer đŸŽ¯.20 Logistic support refers to the practical assistance provided by private firms and NGOs, such as supplying banners, organizing venues for seminars, providing volunteers, and funding medical camps for the safety week.

📝 Section C: 30 Questions of Different Marks (Without Answers)

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Question❓.1 (1 Mark) What does WHO stand for in the text?
Question ❓.2 (2 Marks) Name two categories of people who risk their lives on the road.
Question ❓.3 (3 Marks) Describe the three age-related rules for obtaining a driving licence in India.
Question ❓.4 (1 Mark) In which month is Road Safety Week held?
Question ❓.5 (5 Marks) Elaborate on the five major factors that cause serious accidents resulting in fatalities, as mentioned in the text.
Question ❓.6 (2 Marks) What is the punishment for driving without a helmet according to the penalty chart?
 Question ❓.7 (1 Mark) What is the noun form of "violate"?
Question ❓.8 (3 Marks) Explain how local authorities can prevent accidents caused by drunken driving.
Question ❓.9 (1 Mark) Which ministry organises Road Safety Week?
Question ❓.10 (2 Marks) Why do schools and colleges participate in Road Safety Week?
 Question ❓.11 (3 Marks) What is the purpose of organising free medical camps for drivers?
Question ❓.12 (1 Mark) Give the antonym for "careless".
Question ❓.13 (5 Marks) Discuss the role of public awareness in reducing road accidents. How does the campaign achieve this?
Question ❓.14 (1 Mark) What should four-wheel drivers wear?
Question ❓.15 (2 Marks) What should be done to those caught texting while driving?
Question ❓.16 (3 Marks) How do poorly kept commercial vehicles affect road safety?
Question ❓.17 (1 Mark) Provide a synonym for "fatalities".
Question ❓.18 (2 Marks) What is the consequence of jumping signals?
Question ❓.19 (3 Marks) Why is a vehicle fitness certificate compulsory?
Question ❓.20 (1 Mark) Change the voice: They distributed safety posters.
Question ❓.21 (5 Marks) Write a short essay on "The Importance of Road Safety Week" based on the chapter.
 Question ❓.22 (2 Marks) What is the outcome of high-speed driving?
Question ❓.23 (1 Mark) Fill in the blank: Road safety is of ______ importance.
Question ❓.24 (3 Marks) Describe the lead-in incident of the bus accident over the Mahanadi riverbed.
Question ❓.25 (1 Mark) What is the fine amount for a minor driving a vehicle?
 Question ❓.26 (2 Marks) Why do people consider road safety non-essential?
Question ❓.27 (3 Marks) How does listening to loud music contribute to road accidents?
 Question ❓.28 (1 Mark) What does "Zero Tolerance" apply to in the text?
Question ❓.29 (2 Marks) How does a careless pedestrian cause trouble?
Question ❓.30 (5 Marks) Imagine you are a volunteer for Road Safety Week. What specific activities would you organise in your locality and why?

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SUBJECT NAME: English Literature - Road Safety Week
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Q1. Multiple Choice Questions (1 Mark × 7 = 7 Marks)
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i. Road Safety Week is organized in the month of:
(A) November
(B) December
(C) January
(D) February

ii. According to WHO, the leading cause of hospitalisation is due to:
(A) Bad roads
(B) Lack of awareness
(C) Old vehicles
(D) Heavy rains

iii. The permissible age in India for driving a commercial vehicle is:
(A) 16 years
(B) 18 years
(C) 20 years
(D) 21 years

iv. A 16-year-old can apply for a learner's licence for a vehicle up to:
(A) 50 cc
(B) 100 cc
(C) 150 cc
(D) 200 cc

v. Texting on cell phones while driving is a prime example of:
(A) Safe driving
(B) Distracted driving
(C) Drunken driving
(D) Highway driving

vi. Bikers must always wear a:
(A) Seat-belt
(B) Helmet
(C) Cap
(D) Jacket

vii. What must be made compulsory for every vehicle running on the road?
(A) Music system
(B) Dark glasses
(C) Fitness certificate
(D) Pocket guide

Q2. Odia to English Translation (1 Mark × 1 = 1 Mark)
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Q3. Grammar Section (1 Mark × 2 = 2 Marks)
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i. Change into Indirect Speech: The police officer said, "Do not use your mobile phone while driving."
ii. Change the Voice: The government organises Road Safety Week every year.

Q4. Short Answer Type Questions (2 Marks × 6 = 12 Marks)
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i. Why is road safety of paramount importance?
ii. Who provides logistic support to the Road Safety Week campaign besides the government?
iii. What strong message do local authorities send during this week?
iv. Mention two examples of distracted driving.
v. Why should strict government orders be issued to licence-issuing authorities?
vi. What is the fine for driving without a helmet and driving by a minor? (As per standard chart)

Q5. Long Answer Type Question (3 Marks × 1 = 3 Marks)
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Explain the various factors that cause serious road accidents resulting in fatalities, as described in the chapter.