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There are many different kinds of musical instruments. They are divided into three main classes according to the way that they are played. Some instruments are played by blowing air into them. These are called wind instruments. Some of these are said to be of the woodwind family. Examples of woodwind instruments are the flute, the clarinet and the horn. There are also various other wind instruments such as the mouth-organ and the bagpipes. Some instruments are played by banging or striking them. Instruments like this are called percussion instruments. The last big group of musical instruments have strings. There are two kinds of stringed instruments. Examples are the harp and the guitar, the violin and the cello.

Q2. B. Note Making: [4 marks]  Read the following extract carefully and make the notes with the help of the clues given below: Naturally occurring platinum and platinum - rich alloys have been known for a long time. The Spaniards named the metal ‘platina’ or little silver, when they first encountered it in Colombia. The platinum group metals are rhodium, ruthenium, palladium, osmium, iridium and platinum. Of these, platinum is the most important. These metals are very similar in many ways and are extremely rare. On an average, there is only a gramme of ruthenium in each tonne of the rock and barely a gramme of rhodium in over a 1000 tonnes of rock! Platinum’s wear and tarnish resistance characteristics are well suited for making fine jewellery. Other distinctive properties include - resistance to chemical attack, excellent high temperature characteristics and stable electrical properties. These metals are uniquely durable and can be used extremely efficiently - meaning that ...

Suppose you are in a class and the teacher is teaching a very important concept. It is difficult for us to remember everything taught in the class in the same order. Also in our daily lives, it is not possible to memorize everything. To overcome this difficulty, one notes down important details. These notes help us in the time of need. The noting down of useful concepts and points is the basis of what one says note making. In this section, we will study note making and note making format. Note Making: Note Making is a way of recording important details from a source. This source can be any book, article, meeting or any oral discussion. In note making, the writer records the essence of the information. It helps us to understand and clarify thinking. Note making saves a lot of time by going through the notes made. One can get a glimpse of a lot of information from a short note. Advantages of Note Making: A note making is a skill which improves by practicing. There are some advanta...

Write a summary on the ways to curb road accidents. As drivers, we have a responsibility on the road to ourselves, our loved ones and to other drivers. Responsibility here involves a few things. It means that we must be careful on the road. We must look out for other drivers, especially people in smaller vehicles and pedestrians. We must think of others and not be selfish and want our way all the time. Give way once in a while, be courteous and you will find driving a more pleasant experience. It is also our responsibility to ensure that our vehicles are in tip-top condition. This is to make sure that our vehicles do not break down or cause accidents. Therefore, service your vehicles regularly, at least once in every six months. While driving on the road, keep tot he speed limit all the time, not only when we suspect there is a speed trap ahead. It is also the duty of the police to organize road safety campaigns to educate and raise awareness among road users about the dangers of...

Make a summary of the passage below, in which you describe the many uses or benefits of pineapples. Your summary should not be longer than 80 words. Provide a suitable title. What has leaves that are swords and fruits that are all eyes ? The pineapple, of course. The fruit varies considerably in size and color and is found in most of the tropical countries. Besides being delicious and versatile and an excellent source of vitamins A, C and to a lesser extent, B, the pineapple is also an aid to digestion and relief for acid dyspepsia. A protein-digesting enzyme extracted from the stem can be employed as a meat tenderizer, a beer clarifier and an anti-inflammatory drug. In Taiwan and the Philippines, the peels discarded during the canning process are pressed to make vinegar. The shells, shredded and kiln-dried, make nutritious cattle food. The tough, sword-like leaves yield a fiber that is woven into a delicate, semi-transparent cloth in the Philippines. Mixed with straw and bamboo, t...

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows. Hiccups are usually minor and short lived, if a little embarrassing and inconvenient. But they are often associated with good times -- a bit of overacting perhaps or getting drunk. Some of the remedies are amusing: drinking from the wrong side of the glass, Having someone jump at you and shout "boo", biting a lemon, and drinking pickle juice, to name a few. According to a 16th century advice from England, "it is good to cast cold water in the face of the person who has hiccups." There are also standbys like holding your breath or breathing into a paper bag. Some of these cures make more sense than others but they are all pretty much untested. Sometimes, nothing works. Hiccups can go on for a long time. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, an Iowa resident named Charles Osborne had the hiccup for 68 years. But even a few days' worth can be distressing. And if hiccups go on longer, they...

Write a summary on how you can excel in your studies. Good morning, boys and girls. With the PMR examination looming around the corner, I know many of you are worried. Well, this morning, I would like to share with you some tips on how you can do better in your studies. The first thing you need to do is to plan your time. Work out a timetable and fit in your studies as well as your other activities. Devote more time to subjects that you're weak in. I'm not telling you that you cannot do anything except study. What is important is that you prioritize. Once that is done, you'll be able to focus your time and energy where they are needed most. Besides that, you need to decide on a study method that works for you. Some students prefer group study, while others like to work on their own. If your method of studying right now does not yield the kind of results that you want, it's time you consider other methods. Choose a place that is suitable for you to study. Do you ...