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  1. 3831SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    Theme: The Dandi March Sector: Indian History / Freedom Movement In 1930, Mahatma Gandhi started a peaceful protest called the Dandi March. He and his followers walked 240 kilometers from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, a village near the sea. The purpose of the march was to protest the British law that taxed salt. Salt is a basic need for everyone, and Gandhi believed it was unfair to make people pay for it. During the march, more and more people joined him. The British government tried to stop the movement, but Gandhi remained calm and peaceful. He made salt from the sea at Dandi, breaking the law in a non-violent way. The Dandi March became a strong symbol of India's fight for freedom. It showed the world that peaceful protest could be powerful. Even today, it is remembered as a brave step in India's struggle for independence.

    Why was the march started ?

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    Correct option: B — To protest salt tax

    To protest salt tax (Line/s from the passage- The purpose of the march was to protest the British law that taxed salt.)

  2. 3832SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    Theme: The Dandi March Sector: Indian History / Freedom Movement In 1930, Mahatma Gandhi started a peaceful protest called the Dandi March. He and his followers walked 240 kilometers from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, a village near the sea. The purpose of the march was to protest the British law that taxed salt. Salt is a basic need for everyone, and Gandhi believed it was unfair to make people pay for it. During the march, more and more people joined him. The British government tried to stop the movement, but Gandhi remained calm and peaceful. He made salt from the sea at Dandi, breaking the law in a non-violent way. The Dandi March became a strong symbol of India's fight for freedom. It showed the world that peaceful protest could be powerful. Even today, it is remembered as a brave step in India's struggle for independence.

    How did Gandhi break the law?

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    Correct option: C — By making salt from the sea

    By making salt from the sea (Line/s from the passage- He made salt from the sea at Dandi, breaking the law in a non-violent way.)

  3. 3833SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    Theme: The Dandi March Sector: Indian History / Freedom Movement In 1930, Mahatma Gandhi started a peaceful protest called the Dandi March. He and his followers walked 240 kilometers from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, a village near the sea. The purpose of the march was to protest the British law that taxed salt. Salt is a basic need for everyone, and Gandhi believed it was unfair to make people pay for it. During the march, more and more people joined him. The British government tried to stop the movement, but Gandhi remained calm and peaceful. He made salt from the sea at Dandi, breaking the law in a non-violent way. The Dandi March became a strong symbol of India's fight for freedom. It showed the world that peaceful protest could be powerful. Even today, it is remembered as a brave step in India's struggle for independence.

    What was the distance covered in the march?

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    Correct option: C — 240 km

    240 km (Line/s from the passage- He and his followers walked 240 kilometers from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, a village near the sea.)

  4. 3834SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    Theme: The Dandi March Sector: Indian History / Freedom Movement In 1930, Mahatma Gandhi started a peaceful protest called the Dandi March. He and his followers walked 240 kilometers from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, a village near the sea. The purpose of the march was to protest the British law that taxed salt. Salt is a basic need for everyone, and Gandhi believed it was unfair to make people pay for it. During the march, more and more people joined him. The British government tried to stop the movement, but Gandhi remained calm and peaceful. He made salt from the sea at Dandi, breaking the law in a non-violent way. The Dandi March became a strong symbol of India's fight for freedom. It showed the world that peaceful protest could be powerful. Even today, it is remembered as a brave step in India's struggle for independence.

    What does the Dandi March symbolize today?

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    Correct option: A — Peaceful protest and courage

    Peaceful protest and courage As per the passage, the Dandi March is remembered today as a symbol of peaceful protest because Gandhi broke the salt law without using violence. It also shows courage, since he and his followers bravely stood against the British in a calm and non-violent way.

  5. 3835SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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    As algorithms increasingly curate our digital experiences — what we read, watch, buy, or even whom we date — they quietly shape our perception of the world. This phenomenon, known as "algorithmic living," promises efficiency but risks eroding autonomy. When choices are filtered through predictive systems, personal agency may weaken, and individuals might mistake convenience for control. Moreover, algorithmic personalization often traps users in feedback loops, reinforcing existing preferences and limiting exposure to diverse perspectives. Over time, this can lead to cognitive narrowing, where users become less open to alternative views or new ideas. While algorithms are not inherently harmful, their unchecked influence raises ethical concerns about manipulation and passive consumption. True digital well-being demands critical awareness — not of the machine, but of how we engage with it. In a world increasingly optimized for us, the question is not what the algorithm shows, but whether we are still choosing to look beyond it.

    What is the main concern of "algorithmic living"?

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    Correct option: C — Loss of autonomy due to filtered choices

    Loss of autonomy due to filtered choices The passage says that when algorithms decide what we see or do online, we may slowly lose our freedom to choose for ourselves. This is the main concern of algorithmic living.

  6. 3836SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    As algorithms increasingly curate our digital experiences — what we read, watch, buy, or even whom we date — they quietly shape our perception of the world. This phenomenon, known as "algorithmic living," promises efficiency but risks eroding autonomy. When choices are filtered through predictive systems, personal agency may weaken, and individuals might mistake convenience for control. Moreover, algorithmic personalization often traps users in feedback loops, reinforcing existing preferences and limiting exposure to diverse perspectives. Over time, this can lead to cognitive narrowing, where users become less open to alternative views or new ideas. While algorithms are not inherently harmful, their unchecked influence raises ethical concerns about manipulation and passive consumption. True digital well-being demands critical awareness — not of the machine, but of how we engage with it. In a world increasingly optimized for us, the question is not what the algorithm shows, but whether we are still choosing to look beyond it.

    What does the term "feedback loop" imply in the passage?

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    Correct option: B — Repeated exposure to similar content

    Repeated exposure to similar content In the passage, "feedback loop" means that algorithms keep showing us the same kind of content we already like. This repeats again and again, so we only see similar things and miss out on new or different ideas.

  7. 3837SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    As algorithms increasingly curate our digital experiences — what we read, watch, buy, or even whom we date — they quietly shape our perception of the world. This phenomenon, known as "algorithmic living," promises efficiency but risks eroding autonomy. When choices are filtered through predictive systems, personal agency may weaken, and individuals might mistake convenience for control. Moreover, algorithmic personalization often traps users in feedback loops, reinforcing existing preferences and limiting exposure to diverse perspectives. Over time, this can lead to cognitive narrowing, where users become less open to alternative views or new ideas. While algorithms are not inherently harmful, their unchecked influence raises ethical concerns about manipulation and passive consumption. True digital well-being demands critical awareness — not of the machine, but of how we engage with it. In a world increasingly optimized for us, the question is not what the algorithm shows, but whether we are still choosing to look beyond it.

    How does algorithmic living affect thinking over time?

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    Correct option: C — It narrows perspective and reduces openness

    It narrows perspective and reduces openness The passage says that over time, algorithmic living can cause cognitive narrowing, which means people become less open to new ideas or different views because they keep seeing only similar content.

  8. 3838SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    As algorithms increasingly curate our digital experiences — what we read, watch, buy, or even whom we date — they quietly shape our perception of the world. This phenomenon, known as "algorithmic living," promises efficiency but risks eroding autonomy. When choices are filtered through predictive systems, personal agency may weaken, and individuals might mistake convenience for control. Moreover, algorithmic personalization often traps users in feedback loops, reinforcing existing preferences and limiting exposure to diverse perspectives. Over time, this can lead to cognitive narrowing, where users become less open to alternative views or new ideas. While algorithms are not inherently harmful, their unchecked influence raises ethical concerns about manipulation and passive consumption. True digital well-being demands critical awareness — not of the machine, but of how we engage with it. In a world increasingly optimized for us, the question is not what the algorithm shows, but whether we are still choosing to look beyond it.

    What is suggested as a way to maintain digital well-being?

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    Correct option: C — Practice critical engagement

    Practice critical engagement The passage suggests that true digital well-being comes from being aware and thinking carefully about how we use algorithms, instead of just blindly following what they show us.

  9. 3839SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow.

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    As algorithms increasingly curate our digital experiences — what we read, watch, buy, or even whom we date — they quietly shape our perception of the world. This phenomenon, known as "algorithmic living," promises efficiency but risks eroding autonomy. When choices are filtered through predictive systems, personal agency may weaken, and individuals might mistake convenience for control. Moreover, algorithmic personalization often traps users in feedback loops, reinforcing existing preferences and limiting exposure to diverse perspectives. Over time, this can lead to cognitive narrowing, where users become less open to alternative views or new ideas. While algorithms are not inherently harmful, their unchecked influence raises ethical concerns about manipulation and passive consumption. True digital well-being demands critical awareness — not of the machine, but of how we engage with it. In a world increasingly optimized for us, the question is not what the algorithm shows, but whether we are still choosing to look beyond it.

    What is the tone of the passage?

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    Correct option: B — Cautious and reflective

    Cautious and reflective The passage carefully warns about the risks of relying too much on algorithms. It reflects on how they affect our choices and thinking, while also suggesting that we stay aware and thoughtful.

  10. 3840SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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    In today's digital age, convenience often comes at the cost of privacy. Every time a user browses a website, clicks a link, or uses an app, their data is collected —sometimes without their knowledge. Companies use this information to target ads, predict behavior, or even sell insights to third parties. While this can lead to better services, it also raises ethical concerns. Who controls this data? How is it stored, and can users truly opt out? Many people accept terms and conditions without reading them, unknowingly giving permission for data tracking. Some countries have passed laws to protect user data, but implementation remains weak. As surveillance tools grow smarter, the line between public and private becomes blurred. Individuals must now learn to balance the benefits of technology with the right to privacy—a task that requires awareness, regulation, and responsible digital behavior.

    What is the main concern raised in the passage?

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    Correct option: C — Threats to digital privacy

    Threats to digital privacy The main concern raised in the passage is threats to digital privacy. It explains that whenever people browse websites, click links, or use apps, their data is collected—often without their knowledge—and companies use it for ads, predictions, or even selling insights.

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