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Comprehension :1 Read the passage carefully and choose the correct alternative to answer the questions that follow: The 2025 Pahalgam attack was an attack on tourists by five armed terrorists near Pahalgam in the Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir in which 26 civilians were killed on 22 April 2025. The militants mainly targeted Hindu tourists, though a Christian tourist and a local Muslim were also killed. The attackers, armed with M4 carbines and AK-47s, entered the tourist spot in Baisaran Valley surrounded by dense pine forests. This incident is considered the deadliest attack on civilians in India since the 2008 Mumbai attacks. *Grammar and Vocabulary Based (5)* 1. The 2025 Pahalgam attack was an attack _______ tourists by five armed terrorists. A) on B) at C) in D) of Answer: A) on 2. The militants mainly targeted _______ tourists. A) Hindu B) Muslim C) Christian D) Sikh Answer: A) Hindu 3. The attackers were armed with _______ and AK-47s. A) M4 carbines B) M16 rifles C) Hand g...

War and Peace War and peace are two contrasting states of human existence. War represents conflict, violence, and destruction, causing immense human suffering and loss. It is often fueled by differences in ideology, power struggles, and resource competition. On the other hand, peace embodies harmony, understanding, and coexistence, allowing individuals and communities to thrive. Peace is built on mutual respect, tolerance, and dialogue. While war leaves deep scars, peace fosters growth, development, and human well-being. The pursuit of peace requires effort and commitment from individuals, communities, and nations to resolve conflicts through diplomacy and understanding. Ultimately, peace is essential for creating a stable and prosperous world, where people can live without fear of violence and work together towards a brighter future. By promoting peace, we can heal the wounds of war and build a more compassionate world.

*Summary of "The Night Train at Deoli" by Ruskin Bond* The story revolves around a young narrator who, while traveling on a night train, develops a fascination with a basket vendor girl at the Deoli station. Over the course of several years, the narrator becomes accustomed to seeing the girl at the station whenever his train stops there. Despite their brief encounters, the narrator finds himself deeply drawn to the girl's simplicity and beauty. However, he never musters the courage to approach her or initiate a conversation. The story beautifully captures the themes of unrequited love, longing, and the passage of time. *Analysis of "The Night Train at Deoli"* Ruskin Bond's "The Night Train at Deoli" is a poignant tale of unfulfilled desire and the bittersweet nature of memory. The story is narrated with a sense of nostalgia, as the protagonist reflects on his encounters with the vendor girl. The Deoli station becomes a symbol of a moment frozen in ...

*Summary:* "The Bet" is a short story by Anton Chekhov, first published in 1889. The story revolves around a young lawyer and a banker who engage in a bet. The lawyer, who is 25 years old, accepts the banker's challenge to stay in solitary confinement for 15 years in exchange for two million rubles. The lawyer is motivated by the desire to prove that he can withstand the isolation and to gain financial independence. As the years pass, the lawyer becomes increasingly reclusive, reading and writing extensively. He becomes disillusioned with the material world and begins to see the world in a different light. Meanwhile, the banker, who had initially been confident of winning the bet, becomes increasingly anxious and guilt-ridden. In the final year of the bet, the banker, fearing that he will lose the bet and be ruined financially, decides to kill the lawyer. However, just as he is about to commit the deed, he discovers that the lawyer has renounced the bet and his claim to t...

"During" is used to describe when something happens in relation to another event, while "while" is used to describe two actions happening at the same time.  Usage   During Used with a noun to describe when something happens in relation to another event. For example, "I went skiing several times during the winter". While Used with a clause or sentence to describe two actions happening at the same time. For example, "I took the kids to school while she was at work". Grammatical function  During : A preposition that is followed by a noun phrase. While : A conjunction that is followed by a verb phrase. Examples   "I fell asleep during the film" "I fell asleep while I was watching the film" Related words  "Throughout" is used in a similar way to "during", but it implies that the first action happens for the whole time of the second.

Preparation of Omelette An omelette is a good fast food. Omelet is prepared through several stages. At first, Onion, chili, and ginger are cut into small pieces. Then, an egg is broken into a bowl. Next, onion, ginger, chili pieces, and a little salt are mixed in them. After that, the mixture is stirred well. Then a frying pan is kept in the burning oven and some oil and ghee are poured into it. Next, the mixture is poured and spread all over the heated pan within a minute the mixture solidifies. Then it is folded. The omelet is ready to be served hot on a plate. How a School Magazine is Published  A good school magazine is used to express student aspirations, increase communication with parents and teachers, and as an advertisement for the school. It transmits the culture of the school and encourage a spirit of unity among students. A school magazine contains writings of the teachers and the students of a school. The publication of school Magazine is done in some processes. At ...