Secondary Education Examination (SEE)
Compulsory English
2082 (2026) · Koshi · English medium
ℹ️ Candidates are required to answer the questions in their own words as far as practicable. Figures in the margin indicate the full marks. Attempt all the questions.
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Read the text and write TRUE for true and FALSE for false statements. Ladies and gentlemen, I'm delighted to have the honour of opening this international conference on the Joint Programming Initiative "A Healthy Diet for a Healthy Life". It's a topic that's never out of the media, with endless variations on whether carbs, fat, sugar or protein are good or bad, or reports on the latest wonderfood that will stop cancer in its tracks or help us live longer. We are now relying on science and innovation to help us tackle the new public health challenge that is diet and lifestyle-related diseases such as overweight and obesity - sometimes described as the greatest public health challenge of our times.
a)The speaker is addressing an international conference.1
b)'A Healthy Diet for Healthy Life' is a common topic on the media.1
c)Reports say that wonderfood causes cancer.1
d)Obesity has been a challenge for public health for a long time.1
e)Science helps us fight with the public health challenge.1
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Read the text and do the tasks. Like marathon runners, birds pace themselves so they do not run out of energy before they can land. They are always adjusting speed, height, and flight path to account for changing winds, their own weight, and storms. In the spring, they retrace their paths back to their summer homes. Each fall, about five billion birds migrate south for the winter from North America. Nearly all 500 of the 650 species of North American birds migrate. Yet this is just one small part of the picture. More than half of all the bird species in the world - approximately 5,000 species - migrate, and each species is on a different journey. Other animal species also migrate, including insects, amphibians, reptiles, fish, and mammals. Migration is happening all the time: Herds of wild beast arrive every January at green pastures in the southern Serengeti of Africa. Swarms of free tailed bats arrive each March to caves in Texas. Northern fur seals gather on Alaskan islands each June. In September, Chinook salmon swim up rivers in Washington State. If you are in the right place at the right time, you can witness these amazing journeys. Yet, no matter where you live, you can see some birds migrating. In fact, much of what we know about migration comes from studying birds.
A)Fill in the blanks with the correct information from the text.
a)Birds come back to their homes in .......... season.1
b)Many birds from America fly towards ..........1
c)The free tailed bats move to Texas in ..........1
d)We can see .......... in the rivers of Washington in September.1
e)The text is mainly about .......... of animals.1
B)Answer these questions.
a)Why do birds fly like marathon runners?1
b)What do birds do when the weather changes during their flight?1
c)How many species of birds are found in North America?1
d)Write any two species of animals other than birds that migrate.1
e)What should people do to see the amazing journeys of animals?1
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Read the text and do the tasks. The Egg Toast Ingredients • 2 eggs • salt and pepper to taste • 1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil • 2 slices of bread • optional toppings: chopped herbs, grated cheese, or hot sauce Instructions Prepare the Bread: • Toast the bread slices to your liking. • You can use a toaster or a pan with a little butter or oil for extra flavor. Crack the Eggs: • Crack the eggs into a bowl. • Add a pinch of salt and pepper. • Use a fork or whisk to beat the eggs until the yolks and whites are well combined. Cook the Eggs: • Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the butter or cooking oil. • Once the butter is melted or the oil is hot, pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble: • Allow the eggs to set for a moment, then gently stir with a spatula. Continue stirring occasionally to scramble the eggs. Finish Cooking: • Cook until the eggs are just set but still moist. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become dry. Serve: • Place the scrambled eggs on top of the toasted bread. • Garnish with your choice of toppings, such as chopped herbs, grated cheese, or a dash of hot sauce. Enjoy: • Serve your simple and delicious scrambled eggs with toast immediately. • Pair it with a cup of coffee or your favorite morning beverage.
A)Write TRUE for true and FALSE for false statements.
a)Chopped herbs are compulsory to make the egg toast.1
b)Only a toaster must be used to toast the bread slices.1
c)Salt is added before the eggs are beaten.1
d)Eggs should be cooked until they become dry.1
e)Eggs are topped on the bread before serving.1
B)Copy the correct answers from the given alternatives.
a)What gives extra flavour to the bread? (i) butter (ii) salt (iii) pepper (iv) sauce1
b)Which of the following tool is used to mix yolk and the white part of the egg? (i) a bowl (ii) a pan (iii) a spoon (iv) a whisk1
c)When do we put the beaten eggs into the pan to make the egg toast? (i) after the eggs are moist (ii) after the eggs are set (iii) after the oil is heated (iv) after the cheese is added1
d)Why should we stir the eggs with a spatula? (i) to beat (ii) to scramble (iii) to garnish (iv) to dry1
e)What does the recipe suggest people to enjoy the egg toast with? (i) hot sauce (ii) grated cheese (iii) chopped herbs (iv) morning beverage1
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Read the text and do the tasks. The most memorable day of my life was when our class organized a science exhibition at school. The event was held on February 2, 2024, and students from classes 6 to 10 took part. I worked on a project called "Water Purification Using Natural Materials." I used sand, gravel, and charcoal layers to build a working model that could clean muddy water. I tested the model three times before the exhibition and recorded the results carefully. On the exhibition day, there were more than thirty-five models displayed in the hall. Around five hundred visitors, including students, parents, and teachers, came to see our work. I explained my model to the judges and showed how clear water came out after passing through the filter. One of the judges, a science professor from the local college, asked me about the cost of the model, and I told him it cost less than Rs.100 to make. He appreciated the simplicity and encouraged me to present it again at the district-level fair. Later, the principal announced that my model had won the second prize. My friends clapped and lifted me up in celebration. The prize included a certificate, a science kit, and a medal. That day, I learned how experiments can help solve real-world problems. I realised that science is not only about books but also about creativity and observation. My teacher told me that such practical work improves logical thinking and confidence. I felt proud that my idea could be useful for people who don't have access to clean water. That exhibition changed my attitude toward learning and inspired me to become an engineer in the future. It will always remain one of the happiest and most inspiring days of my life.
A)Match the meanings in Column A with the words from the text in Column B. One of the words in Column B does not have a match. Column B: (i) appreciated (ii) announced (iii) inspiring (iv) including (v) confidence (vi) exhibition
a)a public display of creative works1
b)recognized the value of something1
c)having as a part of a group1
d)officially declared or made known1
e)making someone feel motivated or hopeful1
B)Write the sentences in the correct order as they appear in the text.
a)The writer's friends became happy when she won the prize.1
b)A science professor praised the writer for low-cost model.1
c)The exhibition became an inspiration for the writer to set her future goal.1
d)The writer took part in the exhibition as a contestant.1
e)The writer presented the model to the judges.1
C)Answer these questions.
a)When was the exhibition organized?1
b)What did the writer show in her experiment?1
c)What did the judge inspire the writer to do after observing her model?1
d)Was the writer's model simple? Give a reason.1
e)Who can make the best use of the writer's model?1
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