St.

Joseph’s School
Affiliated to CBSE No : 1930682
Attinkarai, Manavalakurichy – 629252
English (Set 1)
Assessment of Speaking & Listening
Name: __________________ Grade: XII ____ Roll No:_____ Max. Mark: 20

TASK - I
You will hear an announcement by the Cultural Secretary of SLM International High School. Read
the notes below, then listen to the announcement and complete the notes with one or two words only.
You will hear the recording twice. (4)
a) Fund-raising event : ...................., .................... .
b) Help required to : Set up and .................... the stalls.
c) For more information : Look up the .................... notice board.
d) For help with .................... : Aruna Kapoor and Deepesh Saxena.
TASK - II
You will hear a girl talking to a boy about World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand. Read the
statements below, then listen to the conversation and choose five of the statements (a)–(h) which are
correct. You will hear the recording twice. (5)
Which five of the following statements are true?
a) The boy admires Viswanathan Anand for the speed with which he plays chess.
b) Anand became an International Master when he was just a teenager.
c) The Minor Planet Centre honoured Anand after a planet for his talent in chess.
d) The Padma Vibhushan is the only award that Anand failed to receive early in his career.
e) The girl is unaware of Anand’s book ‘My Best Games of Chess’ and its distinction.
f) The boy admits he began playing chess after reading Anand’s book about his games.
g) Anand’s mother was a trendsetter for Indian parents to support their children in chess.
h) Anand’s mother urges parents to believe their children can excel in chess.
TASK - III
You will hear five people discussing how to recycle various materials. Read the statements below, then
listen to the extracts and match each statement (a)-(g) to each speaker 1-5. There are two statements
you do not need. You will hear the recording twice. (5)
a) Food waste can be recycled to help your garden grow.
b) Fabrics must be sorted according to their durability.
c) Offer unwanted textiles to aid organisations or re-use them creatively.
d) Disposing of appliances that don’t work is an important part of waste management.
e) Use-and-throw containers can be transformed from the ordinary into the beautiful.
f) Gadgets with iron and lead need to be disposed of very carefully.
g) Donate or vend used chairs and cupboards to those who need or trade in them.
 TASK – IV
You will hear a talk by a girl about her father. Read the questions below then listen to the talk and
choose (a) or (b) or (c) for each question. You will hear the recording twice. (6)
1. The girl feels today’s social order:
a. is still weighed against girls
b. supports girls a lot more
c. has tilted against boys
2. The girl’s father treated her brother and her :
a. differently b. similarly c. dispassionately
3. The girl’s decision to study engineering :
a. irritated her family
b. worried her family
c. shocked her family
4. The girl’s mother feared that her daughter :
a. had made the wrong choice
b. would be forced to change her decision
c. would face disapproval from society
5. At present, the girl feels she has :
a. a lot more to achieve in life
b. achieved the impossible
c. struck a middle path to success
6. The girl’s concluding remarks :
a. are brave and inspiring
b. summarise her speech
c. highlight her love for her father
 St. Joseph’s School
Affiliated to CBSE No : 1930682
Attinkarai, Manavalakurichy – 629252
English (Set 2)
Assessment of Speaking & Listening
Name: __________________ Grade: XII ____ Roll No:_____ Max. Mark: 20
TASK – I
You will hear a weather forecast. Read the notes below, then listen to the predictions and complete
the notes with one or two words only. You will hear the recording twice. (4)
Weather Forecast
a) Weather in the .................... to be cold.
b) Going to be .................... in the east.
c) Central part of country to have .................... weather.
d) South to remain .................... all day.
TASK - II
You will hear two friends talking about their hobbies and interests. Listen to their discussion and
choose five of the options (a)–(g) which are correct. You will hear the recording twice. (5)
Which five of the following statements are true?
(a) The boy’s hobby is a recent one.
(b) The girl does not appreciate stamp collection.
(c) The boy’s parents help him in his hobby.
(d) Gardening provides a sense of accomplishment for the girl.
(e) The girl is generous with her garden flowers on special occasions.
(f) The boy feels stamp collection is more satisfying than gardening.
(g) The girl feels flowers are more important than vegetables in a garden.
TASK - III
You will hear 5 short extracts of people talking about the significance of cleanliness. Read the
statements below and then listen to the extracts and match each statement (a)–(g) to each speaker 1-5.
There are two statements that you do not need. You will hear the recording twice. (5)
a) People now make lots of money out of cleanliness.
b) We don’t value cleanliness as others clean up after us.
c) Clean hands prevent the spread of many diseases.
d) Poor personal hygiene is one reason why pollution thrives.
e) We mind our manners for acceptance in the community.
f) Cleanliness is a sign of spiritual purity and goodness.
g) The habit of cleanliness should be learnt young.
 TASK - IV
You will hear a speech by a doctor on children participating in reality shows. Read the questions
below, then listen to the talk and choose (a) or (b) or (c) for each question. You will hear the recording
twice. (6)
1. The speaker’s opening remarks indicate that he is :
a) detached about reality shows
b) disappointed by the idea of reality shows
c) concerned about reality shows
2. ‘Live studio audience’ refers to viewers who :
a) participate through a telephone call
b) are physically present during a performance
c) judge a participant’s performance
3. The speaker feels that parents whose children are in reality shows :
a) are usually very broadminded and mature
b) motivate their children to excel
c) have their own interests at heart
4. Young reality show performers need legal protection as :
(a) they need to be paid regularly
(b) their interests and well-being are important
(c) their numbers are growing
5. The speaker feels that fame and name can be :
a) very short lived
b) help children quickly climb to the top
c) unexpected and astonishing
6. ‘Television ratings’ refer to :
1. audience measurement systems
2. the number of commercial sponsorships
3. programmes that need parental guidance
 St. Joseph’s School
Affiliated to CBSE No : 1930682
Attinkarai, Manavalakurichy – 629252
English (Set 3)
Assessment of Speaking & Listening
Name: __________________ Grade: XII ____ Roll No:_____ Max. Mark: 20
TASK – I
You will hear 5 short extracts of people talking about technology in schools. Read the statements
below, then listen to the extracts and match each statement A-G to each speaker 1-5. There are two
statements you do not need. You will hear the recordings twice. (5)
Technology in Schools
A. Older, conventional teaching methods will always be the most relevant.
B. The fast-pacing world is making everyone techno-savvy.
C. Schools have finally caught up with the digital era.
D. The age of technology is the age of few handwritten tasks.
E. Students in schools demand technology to keep themselves updated.
F. Technology in schools needs to have some sensible limits.
G. Today’s children are healthier in mind than body.
TASK - II
You will hear three people talking about homework. Read the sentences below, then listen to the
conversation and choose A, B or C for each sentence. You will hear the conversation twice. (6)
1. Academic studies have shown that homework
A. does not help children in primary classes.
B. does not help older children.
C. does not have academic value.
2. Parents who help their children with homework.
A. must take control of it completely.
B. must only guide them with it.
C. must be involved all the way through.
3. Homework has value for younger children only because
A. it teaches them how to complete tasks.
B. it helps them do well in their academic work.
C. it helps them work independently.
4. The female speaker thinks the book is important because
A. it makes us look at homework in a new way.
B. it looks closely at how parents are involved with homework.
C. it proves that homework is an add-on.
 5. The first male speaker says that teachers should plan homework
A. after they plan their lesson.
B. before they plan their lesson.
C. while they plan their lesson.
6. According to the second male speaker, we need to see homework as an activity
A. that we do alone.
B. that we do with others.
C. that we do at home.
TASK - III
You will hear Sarita Shah, giving a presentation on heating problems and solutions for them. Read
the question below, then listen to the extract and choose four of the options A-G which are correct.
You will hear the recording twice. (4)
Which four of the following statements does the speaker believe to be true?
A. Heat-well manufactures all the fittings that plug the gaps to save heat from escaping.
B. People prefer to guard their privacy and do not like to be filmed.
C. There is major loss of money for homeowners in terms of huge electricity bills.
D. Heat-well provides solutions to reduce heat and energy-loss, by filming their houses.
E. Heat-well officers take pictures of people outside their homes to advertise their product.
F. Heat escapes from gaps and crevices, even when doors and windows are tightly closed.
G. Clients have to make a heavy payment to get an assessment done.

TASK - IV
You will listen to someone talk about things that irritate them on Indian roads. Read these sentences,
then listen to the speaker and complete these sentences in one or two words only. You will hear the
recording twice. (5)
1. According to the speaker, most users find Indian roads full of surprises, ______ and sometimes
even a source of entertainment.
2. The speaker says that the noise from ________ can cause strong physical and mental reactions in
road users.
3. The bright beam from ________ on illuminated city roads can be a nuisance to other users.
4. The rear side view mirror, a helpful feature to help drivers back the car and ________, is rarely
used.
5. According to the speaker, Indian roads are full of reckless ________ who weave in and out of
traffic with little consideration for others.
 St. Joseph’s School
Affiliated to CBSE No : 1930682
Attinkarai, Manavalakurichy – 629252
English (Set 4)
Assessment of Speaking & Listening
Name: __________________________ Grade: XII ____ Roll No:_____ Max. Mark: 20

TASK – I
You will hear five short extracts in which people talk about the movies they enjoy. Read the statements
below, then listen to the extracts and match each statement A to G to each speaker 1 to 5. There are two
statements you do not need. You will hear the recording twice.
A. Prefers Entertainment in Movies rather than serious themes.
B. Looks forward to more parts of films that develop the same story
C. Love watching award winning foreign films abroad.
D. Appreciates movies that can motivate and influence positively.
E. Chooses to watch only those films that are based on books.
F. Likes viewing true stories about lives of people to know more about them.
G. Enjoy foreign films especially if they have joyful ending.

Speaker Statement

TASK - II
You will hear an interview with Dr. Deepak Chopra, a famous career counsellor, on the things to keep
in mind while choosing a career. Read the sentences below, then listen to the conversation and choose
A, B or C for each sentence. You will hear the recording twice.
1. According to the speaker early teens is a good time to think about careers because
 A. It affects their choice of subjects in school
B. It affects their attitude towards work
C. It affects the important years of their life

2. Asking the right questions is important for teenagers because

A. Helps them find a good job
B. Helps them identify their skills
C. Helps them being free to travel
3. It is important to identify your core skills because it would help you
A. Match career with skill set
B. Make more money.
C. Be happier than others.
4. One can find out about one’s interests
A. By exploring aspects of a subject.
B. By comparing personalities you admire
C. By comparing careers you care for
5. What does the speaker mean by being realistic?
A. eliminate inappropriate career choices
B. consider your abilities and interest
C. Have a backup plan ready.
6. According to the speaker the best way to explore a career is
A. volunteer for an organization
B. research all the allied careers
C. observe people in the field

TASK - III
You will hear a short speech by the first Iranian woman private space explorer on how the journey to
space changed her worldview. Read the questions below, then listen to the extract and choose FOUR
of the options A-G which are correct. You will hear the recording twice.
Which FOUR of the following statements does the speaker believe to be true?
A. This trip to Space made me feel like a devotee whose prayers have come true.
B. I felt majestic while viewing the huge expanse of Space.
C. I paid for the Space travel and training by using personal family funds.
D. My love for outer Space was a sudden development after marriage.
E. I could clearly view Earth with all its regions and countries visible.
F. I want people to use my experience as an example to pursue their goals tirelessly.
G. Outer Space holds the key to some of the troubles that Earth faces.

TASK - IV
You will listen to two students, a boy and girl, discuss on the topic ‘importance of discipline in life’.
Read the sentences below, then listen to the conversation and complete the sentences with one or two
words only. You will hear the recording twice.
A. The boy thinks that discipline is about using a ______to make one follow rules.
B. Discipline makes you complete work ____and thus leads to happiness.
C. The girl thinks that you can earn _______by being disciplined.
D. Discipline fills one’s life with ______ and confidence.
E. Discipline helps us overcome ______ and laziness.