SSLC English Model Question Paper 2: ‘There’s a Girl by the Tracks’
SSLC English Model Question Paper 2. Master the lesson “There’s a Girl by the Tracks” with our comprehensive MCQ quiz featuring 15 important questions and answers.
This quiz covers all key aspects of the SSLC English lesson – from Baleshwar’s heroic rescue to character analysis and theme-based questions. Perfect for Karnataka SSLC students preparing for board exams and looking to score full marks in prose comprehension.
Table of Contents
Instructions: Choose the most appropriate answer for each question. Based on SSLC English Model Question Paper 2
1. What is the name of the girl in the lesson?
a) Baleshwar
b) Roma
c) Sushila
d) The story does not say
Answer: b) Roma
2. Where was Roma when the incident happened?
a) On a bus
b) On a railway platform
c) Walking by the tracks
d) In an auto-rickshaw
Answer: b) On a railway platform
3. What was Baleshwar’s profession at the time of the incident?
a) A doctor
b) A police officer
c) An unemployed youth
d) A factory worker
Answer: c) An unemployed youth
4. How did Baleshwar first realize something was wrong?
a) He heard a loud scream.
b) He saw a crowd gathering.
c) He saw a girl tumbling out of the train.
d) A friend told him about the accident.
Answer: a) He heard a loud scream.
5. What was the immediate reaction of the crowd on the platform?
a) They rushed to help.
b) They stood and stared.
c) They called for an ambulance.
d) They blamed the railway authorities.
Answer: b) They stood and stared.
6. How did Baleshwar get down to the tracks to help Roma?
a) He used the staircase.
b) He jumped down from the platform.
c) He was helped by the crowd.
d) He took a bridge.
Answer: b) He jumped down from the platform.
7. What was the most immediate danger after Roma fell?
a) She was bleeding heavily.
b) Another train was approaching.
c) Snakes on the tracks.
d) Thieves trying to rob her.
Answer: b) Another train was approaching.
8. How did Baleshwar stop the oncoming train?
a) He used a red cloth to signal.
b) He called the station master.
c) He stood on the tracks and waved his arms.
d) He threw stones at the train.
Answer: c) He stood on the tracks and waved his arms.
9. Why did the first two auto-rickshaw drivers refuse to take Roma to the hospital?
a) They did not know the way.
b) They did not want to get involved.
c) Their vehicles were not big enough.
d) They were off duty.
Answer: b) They did not want to get involved.
10. At the hospital, what was the initial problem Baleshwar faced?
a) He had no money.
b) The doctors were on strike.
c) The hospital was full.
d) He couldn’t find Roma’s family.
Answer: a) He had no money.
11. How did Baleshwar finally get the hospital to admit Roma?
a) He begged the doctor.
b) He left his phone as collateral.
c) He called a politician.
d) He gave them Roma’s bracelet.
Answer: b) He left his phone as collateral.
12. How did Baleshwar find Roma’s family?
a) He remembered her name from a piece of paper.
b) He called a friend who knew her.
c) He searched her purse for an ID card.
d) He went back to the station and asked people.
Answer: d) He went back to the station and asked people.
13. What does this incident reveal about Baleshwar’s character?
a) He is reckless and impulsive.
b) He is a helpless and scared person.
c) He is quick-thinking, courageous, and compassionate.
d) He is selfish and only helps for a reward.
Answer: c) He is quick-thinking, courageous, and compassionate.
14. The lesson “There’s a Girl by the Tracks” is a true story that highlights the importance of:
a) Following rules and regulations.
b) Technological advancement in railways.
c) Bystander intervention and humanity.
d) Government policies for public safety.
Answer: c) Bystander intervention and humanity.
15. The author of the lesson “There’s a Girl by the Tracks” is:
a) R.K. Narayan
b) Deven Kanal
c) Sudha Murty
d) Ruskin Bond
Answer: b) Deven Kanal