Question

Q.2 Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:
12
1. One of the great values of punctuality is that it gives discipline to life. We
have to get up in time. We have to do things at the appointed time. All these
entail certain amount of sacrifice. It dispels laziness and removes our 'take-it-
easy attitude'. A disciplined person always gets recognition and social
acceptance. He is wanted and appreciated. Therefore, punctuality can make
us socially acceptable people.
2. Another significant merit of punctuality is that it provides ample time to do
our work correctly and properly. Doing things hurriedly or haphazardly can
have disastrous consequences. When we do things in time there is every
chance that they end up as fine works
3. The virtue of punctuality is said to be the key to success. Look at the great
world leaders who have achieved fame and success. Punctuality was their
hallmark. They kept their promisos, Punctuality is er virtue that is appreciated
by all. Washington once took his secretary to task for being late. The secretary
laid the blame upon his watch. Washington reported: "Then, Sir either you
must get a new watch or I must get a new secretary." People like them are
ideals whom we should follow in earnest.
4. When individuals are not punctual they cause a lot of inconvenience to
others. People have to wait for them and waste their valuable time. Want of
punctuality reveals want of culture and is discourteous to the person we fail.
Unpunctuality invites trouble and worry. History is full of cases which show
that lack of punctuality has caused defeat, loss of kingdom and golden
opportunities. It is said that Napoleon lost the battle of Waterloo in 1815
because one of his generals came late. Many people lose good opportunities
of job or promotion when they reach late for appointment
5. All of us are not bom with the virtue of punctuality. We have to cultivate it
painstakingly. Only constant vigil and practice canimplant this virtue,
It calls for great deal of sacrifice. It calls for courage to root out laziness and
tho 'tako-it-oasy attitude'. It demands a disciplined life. That is why very few
individuals have the virtue of punctuality. But, know it for certain that it is the
surestway to success
(6) What is the writer's concernin this passage?
(b) What would be the consequences of not maintaining punctuality in your
work?
(c) Give some examples to show that lack of punctuality has caused trouble
and worry
(d) How did the great world leaders achieve fame and success in their life?
(0) Write the meanings of the given words from the passage.
() What is the antonym of the word 'dispels'? (para I)
(1) What is the antonym of the word 'haphazardly? (para 2)
(II) What is meant by the word 'discourteous'? (para)
(iv) What is meant by the word 'vigil'? (para 5)​

Answer 1

Answer:

When individuals are not punctual they cause a lot of inconvenience to

others. People have to wait for them and waste their valuable time. Want of

punctuality reveals want of culture and is discourteous to the person we fail.

Unpunctuality invites trouble and worry. History is full of cases which show

that lack of punctuality has caused defeat, loss of kingdom and golden

opportunities. It is said that Napoleon lost the battle of Waterloo in 1815

because one of his generals came late. Many people lose good opportunities

Answer 2

unfortunately invites