Students must start practicing the questions from CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Communicative with Solutions Set 3 are designed as per the revised syllabus.
CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Communicative Set 3 with Solutions
Time : 3 hrs
Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
- 15 – minute prior reading time allotted for Q-paper reading.
- The Question Paper contains Four sections-Reading Skills, Writing Skills, Grammar and Literature Textbook.
- Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.
Section – A
Reading Skills [22 Marks]
Question 1.
Read the following passage. (12 m)
1. An urgent problem is now threatening libraries throughout the world. Their collections, which are crucial for diverse purposes as economic development, educational research and recreational pursuits are in danger of disintegration.
2. The problem is mainly due to one cause-the type of paper on which books have been printed for the past one and a half centuries. Until the 1850s, paper was produced from linen or cotton rags and proved to be relatively long-lasting. In the mid-19th century, however, the popular demand for paper and the commercial need for an economic method of production led to the use of mechanically ground wood pulp. Paper manufactured from wood pulp is highly acidic and therefore, inherently unstable. It contains lignin which causes paper to discolour and disintegrate.
3. Programmes are now being developed with two main aims in mind: on one hand, to improve the physical condition of library collections, especially by the process called ‘mass deacidification’ (to eliminate acid from the paper of published books and insert a buffer compound that will provide protection against future) and on the other, to transfer the contents of existing books to another medium.
4. Libraries will only be able to carry out these special tasks with the assistance of experts such as book conservators and high technology specialists. But, there is another group whose cooperation will be crucial, if the problem of decaying collections is to be arrested: the printing and publishing industries. The existing problem that of book collections already assembled in libraries is of vast proportions. It is intensified by the continuing use of acid-based paper in book publishing. The key issue is, how to preserve the books of the future, not simply those of the past.
5. If the future dimensions of the conservation problem are to be curbed, there will be a necessity of widespread adoption of paper which is of archival quality.
6. This change does not relate to a narrowly perceived need because the long-term preservation of library collections is important both for the overall social benefits they bring as well as for the special advantages they bestow on the printing and publishing industries.
7. In the first place, libraries are of critical importance to the well-being of citizens, since they provide the knowledge base of society. They contain the record of humanity, the accumulation of ideas and insights and discoveries on which social effort and progress are possible. The destruction of libraries would represent an immense cultural loss, a form of amnesia, which would affect every member of society.
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above.
(i) Libraries can save their collections by ………………… (1)
(a) storing them in air-conditioned rooms
(b) laminating the pages
(c) creating a dust-free atmosphere in their premises
(d) widespread adoption of paper of archival quality
Answer:
(d) widespread adoption of paper of archival quality
(ii) Comment on the importance of libraries referred to in the paragraph one. (1)
Answer:
Libraries are important because they act as a knowledge base of the society which guides people in diverse situations including economic development and educational research.
(iii) List the two ways in which a book by Robert Frost could be saved from deterioration and loss. Answer in 30 – 40 words. (2)
Answer:
The two ways in which a book by Robert Frost could be saved from deterioration are
• Eliminating acid from the paper of the book and inserting a buffer compound that will provide further protection
• Transferring the contents of existing bopk to another medium.
(iv) According to the passage, linen or cotton rags were used as paper until the 1850’s. Based on your understanding of the passage, state whether you promote going to back to using them as paper. Give reason for your answer in 30 – 40 words. (2)
Answer:
The use of linen or cotton rags can be suggested considering they were long-lasting. However, even they will disintegrate over long periods of time. Hence, I do not suggest going back to using them. I would prefer if we find other sustainable alternative for paper.
(v) How can the tone of the passage be best described? (1)
(a) Informed concern
(b) Destructive criticism
(c) Derisive ridicule
(d) Helpless alarm
Answer:
(a) Informed concern
(vi) Which word conveys the opposite of’proceed’, from words used in paragraph four. (1)
Answer:
Arrested
(vii) The writer would agree with the given statements based on paragraph two, EXCEPT. (1)
(a) The paper produced from wood pulp is not everlasting.
(b) The paper produced from wood pulp is acidic in nature.
(c) The paper produced from wood pulp is still being produced.
(d) The paper produced from wood pulp is prone to discolouring.
Answer:
(c) The paper produced from wood pulp is still being produced.
(viii) Complete the given sentence appropriately. (1)
There was a need to produce mechanically ground wood pulp during the mid-nineteenth century because of ………………..
Answer:
the growing demand for paper and the commercial need for an economic method of production of paper.
(ix) Complete the give sentence with an appropriate inference, with respect to the following. (1)
The writer finds the printing and publishing industries to be crucial in the cause of protecting libraries in order to ………………
Answer:
highlight that they need to use paper of archival quality so that books do not disintegrate in libraries and the knowledge base of our society sustains.
(x) State whether the given assertion is True or False. (1)
The most suitable title for the above passage is ‘Protecting Libraries.’
Answer:
True
Question 2.
Read the passage carefully. (10 m)
Graduates in India feel let down by the education system’s failure to equip them with the skills needed to become a success at work. A recent study from Hindustan Times drew conclusions about the state of the Indian Education System and its effect on employability and career success amongst recent graduates, with the youth feeling that their education did not significantly contribute to them landing their first jobs.
Young people are feeling out of their depth during the first few years of employment, crediting a deficit of industry links, lack of practical experience and inadequate career counselling at universities for the shortcomings in employability following graduation.
Aimed at assessing the efficacy of India’s education system, the survey connected with 1,680 young professionals, men and women aged between 21 and 27. Those surveyed have been employed for three years or less, pursuing new-age careers – digital entertainment, advertising and media retail, e-commerce, social media, and start-ups – in the six base metro areas: Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai.
Only 26 percent of those surveyed felt their education contributed highly to their interpersonal management skills – a key trait needed for interviews and employment. A problem with the relevance and timeliness of university curricula was also highlighted with respondents saying their college and university syllabus are not updated regularly.
An overwhelming majority of graduates felt that they lacked the necessary practical experience, and blamed the deficiency on inadequate industry-academia linkages. A historical focus on rote learning still prevalent in much of India’s educational system can lead to graduates attaining good grades but failing to pick up the skills needed for innovation or out-of-the-box thinking that is so vital in today’s workplace. Where some may lack in skills, however, they make up for in character with 26 percent feeling they secured jobs through the sheer power of their personalities.
A case was also made for self-development and taking it upon oneself to bridge the gap inadequate education has left, with 24 percent of respondents believing personal initiatives to improve their skills paid off when it came to landing a job.
Despite the negative outcome of the survey, founder of global learning company XSEED Ashish Rajpal told Hindustan Times the future isn’t all bleak if the system can be overhauled at primary school level. By encouraging children at a young age to engage with the world around them, they learn more practical real world experience and bolster their communication skills and confidence to boot.
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above.
(i) Do you think the researchers of the study aimed to highlight the changes required in the Indian education system by pointing out the problems youth face in getting jobs? (2)
Answer:
Yes, I believe that the researchers of the study aimed to highlight the changes Required in the Indian education system. By pointing out the problems youth face in getting jobs, the study guides the education system about the aspects which needs to be modified and updated.
(ii) Select the option that displays one of the skills relevant to the present day employment. (1)
(a) Innovation
(b) Communication
(c) Collaboration
(d) All of these
Answer:
(d) All of these
(iii) Self Development was also promoted to bridge the gap that inadequate education has left. Give a reason for such a claim. (2)
Answer:
Self Development was also promoted to bridge the gap that inadequate education has left because many respondents in the survey found that personal initiatives to improve their skills paid off when it came to getting a job.
(iv) Complete the given sentence appropriately with one/two words. (1)
Apart from education, ………………. plays an important role in employability.
(a) personality
(b) family values
(c) luck
(d) references
Answer:
(a) personality
(v) Based on the reading of the text, state a point to challenge the given statement. (1) By focusing on industry links, practical experience and career counselling, individuals will be wasting their resources and fall back in their studies.
Answer:
The given statement is incorrect because while theoretical knowledge gained in studies is important, without industry links, practical experience and proper guidance, they become ineffective. By focusing on industry links, practical experience and career counselling, individuals will not be wasting their resources but will be preparing themselves for the future.
(vi) Complete the sentence appropriately. (1)
Ashish Rajpal finds a solution in primary school level as …………………….
Answer:
if children are given practical exposure since very early age, they develop communication skills and confidence easily.
(vii) Does the following statement agree with the information given in Paragraph 4? (1)
According to youth, educational institutes need to update and revise their curriculum to meet the needs of the present.
True if the statement agrees with the information False if the statement contradicts the information Not Given if there is no information on this
Answer:
True. The given statement agrees with the information given in paragraph 4 as the paragraph does highlight that the educational institutes need to update and revise curriculum to meet the needs of the present workplace.
(viii) Complete the given sentence by selecting the most appropriate option. (1)
Indian youngsters find that the education system
(a) provides wholesome factual knowledge
(b) does not have any role in employability
(c) does not promote professional skills
(d) is the best system in the world
Answer:
(c) does not promote professional skills
Section – B
Writing Skills [22 Marks]
Question 3.
Write an email to the librarian of your college informing him that you have lost the book issued to you last week. (3)
You may copy the given template to write your email.
From : | |
To : | |
Cc : | |
Date : | |
Subject: | |
Answer:
From : [email protected]
To : [email protected]
Cc : [email protected]
Date : 12th December, 20XX
Subject : Information about lost of the issued book
Respected Sir/Ma’am
This is to inform you that, I am XYZ, a student of Class Xth D, issued a book from the library last week. The book was to be returned tomorrow on 13th December. However, I have misplaced the book.
Hence, I apologize for the same and would like to request you to let me know the price of the book so that I may compensate for the loss.
Kindly understand and oblidge.
Thanking you
Yours obediently
XYZ
Question 4.
Describe a painting or work of art topic in not more than 100 words. Use the following clues. (4)
- When did you see this work of art?
- Where did you see it?
- What does it look like?
- And explain why you like it.
Answer:
One of the most popular paintings in the world – the Mona Lisa was painted by an Italian artist – Leonardo da Vinci. This masterpiece was acclaimed as the most recognised and most visited artwork in the history of art. The woman sits markedly upright in an armchair with her arms folded to depict Lisa as a virtuous woman and faithful wife. The painting was one of the first portraits to depict the sitter in front of an imaginary landscape, and Leonardo was one of the first painters to use the toughest drawing technique of all time.
The painting is so famous that there are many hypotheses about it. What attracts me the most about this painting is the Mona Lisa’s charming smile. It’s not only the most beautiful feature on her face but also has lots of mysteries. Some people say that her smile looks different from different angles and it has been at the center of much debate and speculation over the years. The artist created a painting that is worth a thousand words and has become the iconic painting of all time. I personally think Mona Lisa is truly an impressive painting, after all, it was painted by the great Leonardo da Vinci.
Question 5.
A. Ecotourism means responsible travel to natural areas conserving the environment and improving the well-being of local people. The Ecotourism society of India works towards making India a preferred ecotourism destination. Write a letter to the Editor, in not more than 120 words, suggesting ways to strengthen ecotourism in our country. You may take help from MCB Unit: ‘Travel and Tourism’. You are Vikram Singh Rathore. (7)
Answer:
H. No. 243/ A, Central Park
Kolkata
29th August, 20XX
The Editor Deccan Herald
Kolkata
Subject Strengthening Ecotourism
Sir/Ma’am
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to throw light on the ways to strengthen ecotourism in our country. Ecotourism is the only way to maximise the economic, environmental and social benefits of tourism. In order to promote ecotourism in our country, we should not litter the environment and dispose all the non-degradable waste such as empty bottles, tins, etc. in dustbins only.
It is important for us to observe the sanctity of holy sites, temples and local cultures. We should cut noise pollution in natural resorts, sanctuaries and wildlife parks. In case temporary toilets are set up near campsites, they must be covered with mud or sand after use. Further, make sure that such sites is away from the water source. Pollutants such as detergents should not be used while washing and bathing in streams. As a traveller, we should keep all these things in mind thereby strengthening ecotourism.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
Vikram Singh Rathore
OR
B. You are Sujoy/Sujata of Nehru Colony, Indore. You recently visited Shimla with your family. You were perturbed to see thetourist throwing empty bottles and cans all over the place. Write a letter to the Editor of National in about 120 words expressing your concern and offering suggestions to improve the situation. Use the given cues with your own ideas to compose the letter.
Ecor – Friendly Travel
• Create less waste • Dispose garbage properly • 40% pollution increase during the tourist season • Do sustainable travel • Waste and pollution have far-reaching impacts on wildlife, the environment, visit on and communities, create – a clean and healthy vacation destination • Ecological Conservation – need of the hour |
Answer:
Nehru Colony
Indore
24th February, 20XX
The Editor
The Times of India
Delhi – 110002
Subject Concerns over increasing pollution and waste during tourist season
Sir/Ma’am
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the increasing levels of pollution and waste during the tourist season. The realisation of this concern dawned on me during my visit to Shimla with my family. It was disheartening to see tourists throwing empty bottles and cans all over the place, spoiling the natural beauty of pristine hill station.
Tourism, today, has become an important source of income for many places, but it also has many J negative impacts on the environment. Waste and pollution have far-reaching impacts on the ecological balance of the region as it adversely affects all flora and fauna, communities and environment of the region. Hence, ecological conservation of the place is the need of the hour, We can create a clean and healthy vacation destination by following some easy steps and measures. First, we should encourage eco-friendly travel by promoting public transport, cycling and walking. Second, we should create less waste by carrying our own reusable water bottles and avoiding single-use plastics. Last, we should dispose of garbage properly by using designated bins.
I believe that sustainable travel is the key to preserving the beauty of tourist destinations. We must ensure that tourism does not come at the cost of environmental degradation. I urge the concerned authorities to take immediate action towards ecological conservation and create a safe and healthy environment for tourists and locals.
Thanking you
Yours truly
Sujoy/Sujata
Question 6.
A. Rising pollution, fast and competitive lifestyle, lack of nutritious food etc., have caused health woes for a large section of our population. Providing health care used to be a charitable and ethical activity. Today it has become commercialised, a money spinning business. Write an article on ‘How to provide proper health care to the common man’, in about 150 words. Use the ideas that you may have gathered from MCB Unit 1 : Health and Medicine. (8)
Answer:
How to Provide Proper Health Care to the Common Man
by XYZ
‘Health is wealth’ is an old proverb. It means that the human population living on this Earth can enjoy life only when its health is perfect. Only a healthy person can eat, work and sleep properly. However, rising pollution, fast and competitive lifestyle, lack of nutritious food, etc. have caused health woes for a large section of our population. Providing health care has become a commercialised, money spinning business today. It is no longer a charitable and ethical activity. Though, commercialisation of health care has benefited us greatly, the unfortunate part is that a great number of our population cannot afford these facilities.
These health care facilities are so expensive that they are way beyond the reach of the common man. Majority of the Indian population is economically weak and thus, cannot afford to pay the expenses of a private hospital. Medical care is a basic necessity, hence stricter laws rules and regulations need to be implemented to standardise the health practices and services across government and private hospitals. To provide affordable health care to the common man the government should set up more primary health centers. At all these centers, medical facilities must be made more accessible, reliable and affordable. Further people must be made aware of wealthy lifestyles, nutritional foods etc. Healthcare is the right of every citizen. With an efficient healthcare there is a promise of a healthier tomorrow.
OR
B. India is an emerging economy. We are rich in natural resources. Yet a significant proportion of our people is living below poverty line. One cause of this poverty is our rising population. Write an article on ‘How to keep a check on population’ in about 150 words.
Answer:
How To Keep A Check On Population
by Karan
India is the second largest populated country in the world, after China. For a developing country like India, this population explosion may be beneficial if we use it appropriately. However, it has become a problem that is threatening the development of the country and its society. An emerging economy especially like ours require the support of its population to function smoothly and it is not hidden that while India is rich in its natural resources, it is incapable of sustaining its ever-growing population. The resources available per person are always on the decline, leading to increase in the levels of poverty, malnutrition and other problems.
The need of the hour is to keep a check on population so that the majority of population which lives below the poverty line rises above it. The first step in this direction would be literacy of all so that everyone can live a good life. Moreover, increasing the welfare and status of women and increasing awareness of family planning methods can also play a very major role in controlling population. The platforms like radio, television and newspapers are a good means to propagate the benefits of planned families to the people in the rural and backward areas of India. The government can give various types of incentives and plan policies that curbs population.
If the population growth in our country is not kept under check, no amount of progress made by India will make a difference to the poverty that plagues us.
Section – C
Grammar Skills [10 Marks]
Question 7.
Complete the tasks A – C, as directed.
A. Fill the blanks (i) – (iii) with the appropriate option from those given in brackets. (3)
The people in the restaurant seemed (i) ……………. (very/much/as) lonely as the place itself. Two men in untidy white shirts (ii) ……………… (sit/sat/sits) at the counter, staring wearily (iii) …………… (was/on/at) cups of coffee.
Answer:
(i) as
(ii) sat
(iii) at
B. The following passage has not been edited. There is an error in each line. Write the incorrect word and the correction against the correct blank number. The first one has been done as an example. (4)
Answer:
Incorrect Correct
(a) rushing rushed
(b) difference different
(c) before after
(d) comes out came out
C. Do as directed.
(i) Rearrange the following word clusters to make a meaningful sentence. (1)
communication/not matter/was slow/it did/between/different/when the/world/the parts/of
But in our times, the people feel the need for a common language.
Artificial languages are languages which emerge in experiments with humans.
They reflect the confidence we have in ourselves. But there is always need for a common language.
Answer:
It did not matter when the communication between different parts of the world was slow.
(ii) Report the dialogues to complete the paragraph given below. (1 + 1)
Customer : Why is the meal so sour?
Waiter : Nobody has complained for five days sir, about the meal.
Customer : What! Where is the Manager?
Waiter : He has gone to some other hotel to take dinner, sir.
One day a customer was taking dinner in a hotel. He asked the waiter why …………..(a)………. The waiter told him ……………..(b)………….. At this, the customer shocked and wanted to know where the Manager was. The waiter replied that he had gone to some other hotel to take dinner.
Answer:
(a) the meal was so sour.
(b) that nobody had complained for five days about the meal.
Section – D
Literature Textbook [26 Marks]
Question 8.
Read the extracts given below and answer the questions briefly for ANY TWO extracts of the three given. (4 + 4 = 8)
A. “And looked around like a God, unseeing, into the air,
And slowly turned his head,
And slowly, very slowly, as if thrice a dream,
Proceeded to draw his slow length curving around. (Snake)
(i) Explain the meaning of the expression ‘unseeing, into the air’. (1)
Answer:
The expression ‘unseeing, into the air’ means ‘in a carefree, easy and fearless manner’.
(ii) Where does ‘he’ move to? (1)
Answer:
‘He’ moves to a hole in the wall.
(iii) Which literary device is used in line 1? (1)
Answer:
The literary device used in line 1 is ‘simile’.
(iv) Who is ‘he’ mentioned in these lines? (1)
Answer:
‘He’ here is a snake.
B. “I believe it’s ill”, said Louisa Mebbin, loudly in Hindustani, for the benefit of the village headman, who was in ambush in a neighbouring tree.
“Hush!” said Mrs. Packletide, and at that moment the tiger commenced ambling towards its victim.
“Now, now!” urged Miss Mebbin with some excitement; “if he doesn’t touch the goat we needn’t pay for it.” (Mrs. Packletide’s Tiger)
(i) Which word/phrase in the extract means the same as “waiting to attack by surprise”? (1)
Answer:
The phrase is ‘in ambush’ which means the same as ‘waiting to attack by surprise’.
(ii) Why did Louisa talk loudly in Hindustani? (1)
Answer:
Louisa talked loudly in Hindustani so that the village headman could hear and understand that she and Mrs. Packletide knew that they had given more money for a sick tiger.
(iii) Why was the village headman lying in ambush? (1)
Answer:
The village headman was lying in ambush so that he could help Mrs. Packletide in killing the tiger.
(iv) Where was Louisa Mebbin at this time? (1)
Answer:
Louisa Mebbin was with Mrs. Packletide in the forest where she had accompanied her for tiger hunting.
C. You know not what you do: do not consent
That Antony speak in his funeral:
Know you how much the people may be moved
By that which he will utter! (Julius Caesar)
(i) Identify the speaker of the given lines. (1)
Answer:
The given lines are spoken by Cassius, a senator and conspirator of Caesar’s assassination.
(ii) Whose ‘funeral’ is being talked about? (1)
Answer:
Caesar’s funeral is being talked about in the given lines.
(iii) Why did the speaker raise this objection? (1)
Answer:
The speaker, Cassius, raises this objection because he fears that Antony, a great friend of Caesar’s, could sway the masses against them for murdering Caesar.
(iv) Give the antonym of the word’consent’? (1)
Answer:
The antonym of the word ‘consent’ is ‘dissent’.
Question 9.
Answer Any Five of the following six questions in about 30 – 40 words each. (5×2=10)
(i) Why did Lavinia buy an Ouija Board? (A Shady Plot) (2)
Answer:
Lavinia bought an Ouija Board because she had found it to be the ‘luckiest, darling’ thing and had got it at a bargain sale. She supposedly bought it so that her husband Hallock could use it to get ideas for new stories but actually the real motive behind her buying it was to have fun working it with her Book Club friends.
(ii) Why was the albatross called a Christian Soul? (The Rime of The Ancient Mariner) (2)
Answer:
The albatross was called a ‘Christian Soul’ because it was welcomed by sailors as Christ was welcomed in this world. Further, the albatross proved to be auspicious for the ship. As soon as it came, the wind started blowing, the ice split and the ship could steer out into the ocean.
(iii) What are the three things that grandfather plans to do on next Monday? (The Dear Departed) (2)
Answer:
The three things that grandfather plans to do on next Monday are
- Go to the lawyer and alter his will.
- Visit the Insurance Office and pay the insurance premium.
- Go to the church and get married to the Ring-o-Bells owner, Mrs Shorrocks.
(iv) How was the frog benefitted in two ways? (The Frog and The Nightingale) (2)
Answer:
The frog benefitted greatly by using his crafty quality in a sinister way. First, he made a lot of money by exploiting the nightingale and charging entry fee at her concerts. Second, he treated the nightingale very cruelly by putting her to physical and mental tortures. As a result, the nightingale died as her vein burst and the frog established his supremacy.
(v) “Give me my robe, for I will go.” Bring out the irony of Caesar’s decision in the light of what happens at the capitol immediately after he reaches there? (Julius Caesar) (2)
Answer:
Caesar feels that Calpurnia’s dream has been misinterpreted by her. He finds Decius Brutus’ interpretation of it more convincing and goes to the Senate House. His robe is pierced through and he is brutally assassinated there by the conspirators led by Cassius. Hence, his words prove to be ironical as he was murdered there, proving Calpurnia’s dream to be true.
(vi) What was the aim of the game Dragon Quest? (Virtually True) (2)
Answer:
The game ‘Dragon Quest’ was a very simple game. Here, the narrator had to rescue the fair princess Aurora who had been imprisoned at the top of a tall tower by the wicked dragon and collect his wicked treasures. During the course of the game, he is also requested to rescue the knight Sebastian.
Question 10.
Answer any one of the following questions in 150 words. (8)
A. How does the poet describe his loved one in the poem Not Marble, Nor the Gilded Monuments ? Discuss how the values in the poem have been brought out.
Answer:
The poet describes his loved one in this poem beautifully. He says that princes, kings etc. build marbled and gilded monuments to perpetuate their memories but wars, fights and time destroy them. Unlike such monuments his loved one has been immortalised in this sonnet. The main value in this sonnet is that literary art is not affected by time but marbled and gilded monuments are. This value has been brought out by using phrases such as ‘But you shall shine more bright in these contents’, ‘Nor Mars fire his sword, nor war’s quick shall burn the living record of your memory’ and ‘your praise shall still find room, even in the eyes of all posterity.’
OR
B. What do you learn about the family of Nicola, Jacopo and their sister Lucia? What did Nicola and Jacopo do to maintain the family values? (Two Gentlemen of Verona)
Answer:
Before the war, Nicola and Jacopo and their sister Lucia belonged to a good and well-off family. Their father was a well-known singer, who was killed in the early part of the war. A bomb destroyed their family home and they were forced to go on the streets. Before the war, the siblings had always known a comfortable and respectable life. Lucia was getting trained to be a singer. However, after the war they had barely kept themselves alive in a shelter.
Both the boys now undertook odd jobs to earn enough money to pay the medical expenses for their sister who was suffering from tuberculosis of the spine. She was admitted in a hospital in Poleta. The boys did various odd jobs, but never begged, thus maintaining their family values and their self-respect. They worked really hard, took up all sorts of jobs and never complained. They carried on their duty willingly and cheerfully. It was through the values of strong will and determination that they managed to pay the expenses at the hospital.