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MANAV STHALI SCHOOL

R-Block, New Rajendra Nagar, New Delhi-110060

HOLIDAY HOMEWORK : CLASS - XI

2013-2014 ENGLISH
Q-1 Rising temperature, natural calamities like earthquakes, floods, melting glaciers etc are a cause of great concern and immediate action. Keeping in mind the state of 'Our Ailing Planet', architects across the world are adopting 'Green House' technology instead of cement and brick structures. Find out about the Green Houses across the world. Write about the technology adopted and its wonderful effect. Paste pictures alongside of 'Green House' as an evidence. Also add what more can be done to reduce gases emitted by A.C's Refrigerator, Vehicles, Industries etc. Work on A4 size sheets for a neat and effective presentation. Q-2 Reading is quite an exciting and interesting venture. Read the novel' The Canterville Ghost' and write a character sketch of any two characters you have liked the most. Q-3 Project This question carries 25 marks and is the project for the term. This needs to be done on the coloured sheets. Being Creative and innovative is an art. Go through newspapers and magazines. Collect various posters, notices, reports, articles, advertisements and invitation cards that you come across. Make a beautiful presentation with your collection (5 each). MATHEMATICS Questions 1-10 should be done on full scape sheets. Q1. Let P (n) be the statement: "n3+n is divisible by 3". Show that P(3) is true but P(4) is not true. Q2. Let P(n) denote the statement "2 -1 is a multiple of 7", show that if P(m) is true then P(m+1) is also true. Q3. Prove by mathematical induction that the sum of first n odd natural numbers is n . Q4. Prove by Mathematical induction that for all nN (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) 3x6 + 6x9 + 9x12 + ......... +(3n) x (3n+3)=3n(n+1)(n+2)
1 1 1 1 n + + + ....... + = 1x 2 2 x 3 3 x 4 n(n ++ 1) n 1
1 1+ 2+ 22 + ....... + 2n = 2n+ 1
2 3n

1 1x 2 +++ 2 x 22 3 x 23 ........ += n x 2n (n -+ 1)2n+ 2

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Q5. Prove by the principle of mathematical induction that for all nN (i) (ii)
32n 1 is divisible by 8.
2 1 is divisible by 133. 11n+ + 122n+

(iii) 4n 3n 1 is multiple of 9. Q6. Prove by induction that

an + bn a+ b 2 2
N, where a and b are positive real numbers. for all n N . Use it to prove by induction Q7. Prove by induction that 5n 1 is a multiple of 4 for n
n

that for all n N

2 x 7n +3 x 5n 5 is divisible by 24.

Q8. Solve the inequalities and represent the solution set on the number line. (i) (ii) (ii) (iv) (v) (vi)
x 1 0 x + 1 x 1 1 x + 1 x 2 > 2 x + 5

|x1| 5

| x | 2

x2 0 x+ 2 23x 1 -+ x 3 4x < < 5 3 2

| x2| 3 (vii) |

2x + 5 3 5, 3 (viii) 2x x+ 7

(ix) (x)

2x + 1 x+ 7 > 5, > 2 7x 1 x8 4x 9 3 7x 1 7x + 2 < x+ , - > x 3 4 4 3 6

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Q9. Find the region represented by the inequations. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v)
2x + y 8, x + 2y 8, x + y 6 3x + 2y 120, x + 4y 80, x 15, x, y 0 2x + 3y + 6, 4x 6y 24, 3x + 2y 3, x y 2, x 0, y 0

x+ 2y 10, x + y 1, x y 0, x 0, y 0 x 0, y 0,2x + y + 6, 3x 4y 12

Q10. Eash and Eashan are twins. Each says that his age (in years) when subtracted from its square lies between 182 and 240. Eashan says that his age (in year) when added to its square lies between 210 and 272. (i) (ii) (iii) Do the statement made by Eash and Eshan agree with each other Write the system of linear inqualities giving an idea about their age. Comment on the behaviour of Eash and Eashan.

Project: Make a multimedia presentation on any new inventions in Maths or applications of Maths related topics and explain the same in the term of a written project report.

CHEMISTRY
Q1. What is the mass of 3.01 x 10 molecules of ammonia.
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(Ans:- 0.85g)

Q2. How many molecules and atoms of oxygen are present in 5.6L of O2 at NTP? Q3. How many electrons are present in 1.6g of methane? Q4. Calculate the mole fraction of benzene (C6 H6) in a solution which is 30% by mass in CCl4? (Ans:- 0.46) Q5. A solution of ethanol in water is 1.6 m How many grams of ethanol are present in 500g of solution? (Ans:- 34.27g) Q6. It is found that 16.50g of metal combines with oxygen to form 35.60g of metal oxide. Calculate the percentage of metal and oxygen in the compound? (Ans:- % metal : 46.3 % oxygen : 53.7) Q7. Moth balls contains 93.71% carbon and 6.29% hydrogen. If its molecular mass is 128g Calculate molecular formule? Q8. An organic compound on analysis gave the following % composition: C= 57.8%, H= 3.6% the rest is oxygen. The vapour density of the compound was found to be 83. Find the molecular formula of the compd. Q9. A sample of hydrochloric and contains 20% HCl by weight. How much of this acid in gms is required for complete reaction with 50g of CaCO3? (Ans: 182.5g)
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Q10. Calculate volume of H2 gas at STP produced by 5 moles of Zn in the following reaction: Zn+H2SO4 ZnSO4 + H2 (Ans: 112L) Q11. Write a short note on: l Molecular orbital theory l Hybridisation

PHYSICS
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) Explain the need for measurement in physics Explain briefly the concept of mass, length & time What do you know about fundamental & derived units Define Astronomical unit, light year and parsec. How are they related. Why MKS system had to be rationalized to obtain S.I What are the advantage of SI unit Name the fundamental & Supplementary units on SI What is coherent system of units.

BIOLOGY
(ANY 2) Q1. Prepare a report on cell; the basic unit of life. Discuss its structure and functions. Explain the various organelles of a typical plant cell and animal cells. Draw the diagram of a typical cell. Q2. Prepare a detail report on Biological Taxonomical Aid/ Tools e.g. zoological parks, Botanical gardens, Natural Museum, Herbaria etc. Make a detail report mentioning about Botanical Gardens and major gardens of the World, Role of the Botanical gardens; Major Herbaria, their role, technique: Zoological parks & Museums; their history, care of animals, Management of Zoological parks, object exhibited in Zoological Museum etc. Q3. Prepare a project report on photosynthesis. Describe the site; magnitude and history of the process. explain the mechanism of this process. What is photorespiration? Mention it importance. How is photorespiration different from photosynthesis? Q4. Study the Human Skeleton. Classify the axial and appendicular Skeleton and describe each type of bone with example. Define joint and explain the various types of joints with examples. Q5. List the Essential elements grouped under Macro and Micronutrients in plants. Mention their physiological roles and deficiency symptoms in a tabular form. Q6. Explain the structure of human heart in detail. Describe the conduction/ working of the heart. Also explain the various coronary heart diseases. Q7. Prepare a report, after a detail study on following topics (anyone) (i) Human Genome Project (HGP) (ii) DNA Finger Printing (iii) Various Genetic Disorders e.g. - Downs syndrome, Turner Syndrome, Haemophilia etc. (iv) Biotechnology and its applications
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ENGINEERING GRAPHICS
Draw on A2 size sheet the solution of questions based on following topics:(a) Orthographics projection of lines (b) Orthographics projection of planes (c) Orthographics projection of solid (d) Construction of angles and polygons using scale and compass only Prepare the models of following solids using thick paper or cardboard :(a) Prisms triangular, square, pentagonal and Hexagonal (b) Pyramids Triangular, square, pentagonal and Hexagonal (c) Cylinder (d) Cone

COMPUTER SCIENCE/MULTI MEDIA & WEB TECHNOLOGY

Technology is an international phenomenon, spanning continents, opitomized by the world wide communication of Internet. The High Tech Society focusing on recent tech news and developments as well as game and gadget reviews could also be referred to as the high tech society. With the aim of reflecting on the impact of multimedia technologies on contemporary digital culture, design a brochure on any school event by making use of IT Technology . Bring the Printouts for the same.

INFORMATICS PRACTICES
1. Advantages of open Source & Free Software in our Life. Make a Presentation OR 2. Role of IT Applications in our life

BUSINESS STUDIES
Q1. Prepare a project report on following topics(any one) a) Aids to trade (insurance company in India) b) Stock exchange Aids to trade (Topics to be covered) l Types and importance of insurance l Terminologies used like premium, face value, market value, maturity value, surrender value with meanings l Principles of Insurance l Careers in Insurance l Future of insurance in India

STOCK EXCHANGE
l History

of stock exchange in india l Prepare a list of at least 25 companies listed on stock exchange l Identify the top ten companies out of 25 selected on the basis of their market value of shares.
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l Effect

on price of shares due to change in market value, change in political envt, policies, crisis in developed countries or any other reasons. l Newspaper clippings to reflect the changes of share price.

ECONOMICS
Prepare a project report on consumer awareness by taking any one of the following products:(a) Electronics (b) Cosmetics (c) Ready made garments (d) Packed Food After selecting the product, prepare a project report, considering the following points:(i) Draft a questionnaire to collect primary data from the households (which includes children, Middle Aged people & old aged people) (ii) Collect the data with the help of Questionaire (iii)Classify & present the data through appropriate tables, diagrams & graphs Analyze and interpret the data & draw conclusion.

ACCOUNTS
Q . Make a project file (a) Paste all the necessary Banking documents , pay in slips, Requisition slip, cheques, demand draft, Account opening form, know tour client form, locker opening form (b) Take any one Public or Pvt. Company and give a brief introduction about that company. Paste the Trading and P/L, balance Sheet of co. Write the brief Intrepretation about the financial position of company.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Students have to visit an enterprise. With the help of a schedule/questionnaire the students will record observations regarding l Background of entrepreneur l Reasons for selecting entrepreneurial career, l Starting the enterprise l Type of enterprise l Process of setting enterprise, l Products/services, Investment made l Marketing practices followed l Profit/loss l Problems faced l Publications in Newspapers/Magazines l Any other relevant Information.
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HISTORY
Q-1 Prepare a project report 15-20 pages, on any one of the following topics:1. Evolution of man 2. Industrial revolution 3. Changing cultural Traditions 4. Roman Empire 5. Displacing Indigenous peoples Go through the Chapter An Empire Across three continents carefully and pick out some basic features of Roman Society and economy which you think make it look quite modern. OR How were Islamic architectural forms different from those of the Roman Empire? (Chapter- The Central Islamic lands)

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POLITICAL SCIENCE
Q-1 Prepare a project report 15-20 pages, on any one of the following topics:1. Free and fair elections in India 2. Development in Democratic regions 3. Indian Judicial system 4. Peace and cooperation- India's Endeavours 5. Twelfth five year plan Read the newspaper and collect news that can be quoted as examples for further reference under the following headings:1. Global Environmental Issues 2. Democracy at stake in India 3. FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) 4. Fundamental of Democracy equality, liberty, justice, secularism, socialism (global and Indian prospective) 5. Demand of regional Autonomy by various states. 6. Amendments in the constitution 7. Women reservation in parliament

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BIOTECHNOLOGY
Make a model on any topic related to BIOTECHNOLOGY and submit after summer vacations.

FASHION STUDIES
Q1. Collect various types of fabrics and present them in a leaf file along with the following details: a) Name of the fabric swatch. b) Price per meter. c) Composition (cotton, silk, synthetic, etc.)
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Q2. A detailed forecast of various trends as predicted by validated sources for the Autumn Winter 2014 as well as Spring Summer 2013.. Q3. A research and an insight of various arts and crafts prevalent in the various states (parts) of the country as well as the World. Q4. Choose any one culture and give an overview on its costumes and their evolution. Q5. Future prospects of the Fashion Industry career options, job opportunities,etc. Q6. A pictorial representation of the various terms and concepts dealt in the class. Q7. A project on Design a term + All the elements and principles of design.-Unit 3 & U-1

MEDIA STUDIES
1. Give a detailed Review on I.P.L (2013) 2. Critically analyze two film of any one director 3. Make a photo feature on the topic 'COLOURS OF INDIA' 4. Prepare a poster on 'WORLD POPULATION DAY'.

PAINTING
20 Sketches from life A-4 size sheet Full handmade sheet Save environment Or Peace and unity

SCULPTURE
10 Sketches 5 still life 5 outdoor sketch