CBSE(NCERT) GRADE 10 ENGLISH 2024 COMPARTMENT SET1

(1) For most of us, a strong immune system implies fewer sick leaves and being able to avoid seasonal colds, stomach bugs or just about any infection. But research shows that a ramped up immune system goes much further : it helps us age better and live longer. (2) Lifestyle plays a crucial role in proper functioning of your immune system. Chronic stress, such as prolonged job insecurity or a difficult marriage, takes a toll on many aspects of your health, including immunity. There’s compelling evidence that this kind of stress, causes a measurable decline in the immune system’s ability to fight infections. Try activities that relax you — yoga, meditation, trekking, volunteering or learning a new skill. (3) The more physically fit and active you are, the less likely you are to fall ill. Exercise helps flush out toxins, and increases the circulation of the body’s immune system cells. You need to exercise at least 30 minutes each day. Practice yoga and pranayama that focuses on deep breathing. (4) A nutritionally balanced diet is a key for a strong immunity. Fill your plate with fruits and vegetables, especially purple, blue, green, red, orange and yellow veggies that are rich in antioxidants. (5) Excessive exposure to pollution can cause inflammation. Besides putting you at a higher risk for asthma and other respiratory diseases, breathing polluted air over a long time can damage your immune system. To avoid pollution, plan outdoor activities early in the morning or late evening as air pollution is highest during rush hours. Use the recycled air option on your air conditioner to cut down fumes while driving and cover your nose and mouth while outdoors. (6) You may eat healthy, sleep eight hours, and exercise daily, but researchers have discovered a much simpler way to boost immunity, and it’s as easy as watching a sunrise. Positive emotions like awe, the feelings you get on seeing the wonders of nature, help boost immunity. Explore the great outdoors. Look for reasons to feel lucky every day. Make time for a favourite activity, or simply help another person — it will bring a smile to your face.

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The following data is based on a survey to assess percentage of activities done by different age groups during their free time. 10 Age Group Reading Outdoor Sports Gym Vacation Meeting Friends Social Media Watching TV 10 – 15 yrs 5 25 20 25 10 15 16 – 25 yrs 30 10 50 10 26 – 40 yrs 30 30 20 20 41 – 55 yrs 10 25 35 30 56 – 70 yrs 10 20 10 20 40 Answer the following questions based on the above table :

And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command, Tell that its sculptor well those passions read Which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things, The hand that mocked them, and the heart that fed; (Ozymandias)

Mrs. Slater : In the kitchen; but you want a new pair, those old ones are nearly worn out. You don’t seem to realise what it’s costing me to bear up like I am doing. My heart’s fit to break when I see the little trifles that belonged to grandfather lying around, and think he’ll never use them again. Here ! You’d better wear these slippers of grandfather’s now. It’s lucky he’d just got a new pair. (The Dear Departed)

Mrs. Slater : In the kitchen; but you want a new pair, those old ones are nearly worn out. You don’t seem to realise what it’s costing me to bear up like I am doing. My heart’s fit to break when I see the little trifles that belonged to grandfather lying around, and think he’ll never use them again. Here ! You’d better wear these slippers of grandfather’s now. It’s lucky he’d just got a new pair. (The Dear Departed)

Technology was advancing every day, and Dad couldn’t resist any of the new gadgets or gizmos that came on the market. That was why we went to the Computer Fair. We came away with a virtual reality visor and glove, and a handful of the latest interactive psycho-drive games. They’re terrific. (Virtually True)