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CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Set 3 with Solutions
Time: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80
General Instructions:
- The Question Paper contains THREE Sections – Reading, Grammar & Writing, and Literature.
- Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.
Section – A
Reading Skills (20 Marks)
Question 1.
Read the following text. [10 Marks]
1. Hiking is a great source of pleasure to us besides being beneficial for health. Once we leave the crowded streets of a city and go out for a walking tour away from the mad world, we really feel free. The open-air has a bracing effect on the mind. The congestion of the city, the uproar and tumult, the intolerable noise of traffic, the hectic daily routine, all these are forgotten and the mind is at ease. We then feel like running, leaping, singing and laughing. We travel merrily mile after mile in the company of friends and associates.
2. Hiking takes us in the midst of nature. The sight of waterfalls, flowers, streams, trees and bushes is pleasing. A connect is established between us and nature. (Various sounds of nature, like the murmur of a brook or the song of a bird, acquire a new meaning and significance to us.)
3. You enjoy the beauty of nature. Minute observations like a snake casting its slough, a mouse peeping out of its hole, a squirrel leaping about on the branches of a tree, a bird flying past us, all these are noticed and they arouse our interest. We have no business worries, no fear of the examination, no anxiety about the home. We have leisure to stand, to walk, and talk. It is more thrilling and pleasurable to hike in a mountainous region than in the plains. The excitement of climbing up to the top of a hill, the adventure of coming down a slope, the grandeur of sunset behind a mountain – All these sights lend a rare charm and interest to our journey.
4. We walk along a zigzag motor road or cut across a mountain path in search of adventure. We may have bright sunny weather or might get caught in a shower of rain. We may look below us into the yawning chasm or up at the mountain peak. The feeling of unlimited freedom makes our hearts leap with joy.
5. Hiking is one of the healthiest sports. It ensures a complete escape from the urgent and busy activities of life and therefore gives solace to our brain. It regains its lost energy and is able to do twice as much work as before.
6. The fresh air, beautiful mountains, majestic trees, and chirping sound of birds make one’s mind and soul at peace with nature.
Based on your understanding of the passage, answer the questions below:
(i) Why does the writer say that the mind is at ease when you hike? [1]
(A) because hiking is an inexpensive activity.
(B) because it brings families together.
(C) because of intolerable noise of traffic.
(D) because the depressing daily routine is forgotten.
Answer:
(D) because the depressing daily routine is forgotten.
(ii) Complete the following with a phrase:
The various sounds of nature acquire ___________ [1]
Answer:
A new meaning and significance to us.
(iii) Infer one reason for the following based on information in paragraph 2. [2]
A contact is established between us and nature.
Answer:
Hiking takes us in the midst of nature and the sight of waterfalls, flowers, streams, trees, and bushes is pleasing. This establishes a connection between us and nature.
(iv) Give one reason why it is a pleasure to hike in the mountains than in the plains. [1]
(A) because observation is sharpened.
(B) because of the excitement of climbing up and adventure of coming down.
(C) because it is leisure to stand, to walk
(D) because there are no worries.
Answer:
(B) because of the excitement of climbing up and adventure of coming down.
(v) Hiking gives the brain, the rest it needs because [1]
(A) it is a short time activity.
(B) it is one of the healthiest sports.
(C) it makes us sleep peacefully.
(D) it is an escape from our busy schedule.
Answer:
(D) it is an escape from our busy schedule.
(vi) List any two examples of minute observations you make while on a hike. [2]
Answer:
Two examples of minute observations made while on a hike are:
A snake casting its slough.
A mouse peeping out of its hole.
(vii) Complete the sentence appropriately:
Hiking gives us a feeling of unlimited joy because ___________. [1]
Answer:
It gives us unlimited freedom and the sights of nature lend a charm to our journey
(viii) Substitute the word ‘leap with joy’ with one word similar in meaning in the following sentence form the passage. [1]
The feeling of unlimited freedom makes our hearts leap with joy. (exult/charm/regain)
Answer:
Exult.
Question 2.
Read the following passage carefully:
1. The North-East of India is a melting pot of variegated cultural mosaic of people and races, an ethnic tapestry of many hues and shades. Yet, these states are lesser explored as compared to the rest of the country. The new generations of travellers who are ‘money rich and time poor’ are increasingly looking for unique experiences —a phenomenon being called the emergence of the ‘experience economy’. For this new and growing breed of tourists, the North-East with its variety and uniqueness holds immense attraction.
A study conducted in 2020 by Dr. Sherap Bhutia, revealed that the foreign tourist arrival in the North-East increased from 37,380 persons in 2005 to 118,552 in 2014. The overall growth rate of tourist (both domestic and foreign) in the North-East was as high as 26.44% during 2005-06.
2. A high and positive growth of 12.53% was registered in foreign tourist visits to North-East States of India during 2012 from 2011, which further rose to register a growth of 27.93% during 2013 from 2012. Foreign tourist arrivals in the North-East witnessed a growth of 39.77% during 2014 from 2013, according to data provided from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
3. The study recommendations for tourism planners included the need to concentrate on some key areas like enhancement of tourist facilities, tourism financing, focus on community involvement and others for the formulation of a sustainable tourism strategy in the North-East States of India. (234 words)
(i) Infer the reason for the following, based on information in paragraph 1. [2]
The rate of tourism in the North-East of India puzzles tourism officials.
Answer:
The rate of tourism in the North East of India puzzles tourism officials because these states are lesser explored as compared to the rest of the country, in spite of having lots to offer
(ii) Select the appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
From paragraph 1, we can infer that the _________ and _________ of the North-Eastern states aid attracting the ‘money rich and time poor’ tourists. [1]
1. distinctiveness
2. conventionality
3. diversity
4. uniformity
5. modernity
(A) 1&3
(B) 2&4
(C) 2&5
(D) 1&4
Answer:
(A) 1&3
Explanation:
The North-East of India is a melting pot of variegated cultural mosaic of people and races, an ethnic tapestry of many hues and shades.
(iii) Select the correct option to complete the following sentence:
Travellers advocating the ‘experience economy’ seek a holiday package with ___________. [1]
(A) grand facilities, expensive hotels and excellent services to pamper them.
(B) a wholesome experience within the budget they have planned for.
(C) places and cities to buy things from and opportunities spend money.
(D) cost-effective services, affordable accommodation and many days of touring.
Answer:
(B) a wholesome experience within the budget they have planned for.
Explanation:
The ‘money rich and time poor’ tourists would surely require a budgeted planning.
(iv) Select the chart that appropriately represents the trend of foreign tourist travels in the North-East, from 2011 ¬ 2014, as per paragraph 2. [1]
(A) Option 1
(B) Option 2
(C) Option 3
(D) Option 4
Answer:
(B) Option 2
Explanation:
There is a steep growth.
(v) Fill in the blank by selecting the correct option.
The study of tourist travel statistics in the North-East, from 2005 to 2014 showed _________ results. [1]
(A) expected
(B) encouraging
(C) inconsistent
(D) questionable
Answer:
(B) encouraging
Explanation:
Because of the steep rise in tourists visiting the place, the people are encouraged to invest more in tourism prospects.
(vi) List any 2 examples of ‘tourist facilities’ as referred to, in Paragraph 3. [2]
Answer:
- Accommodation — hotels, hostels, camps.
- Recreation — Parks, Gardens, Museums, Shopping areas.
(vii) List one reason why the researchers recommend that the formulation of a tourism strategy in the North-Eastern States of India be sustainable. [1]
Answer:
- To create socio-economic benefits for the local community
- To protect natural wildlife and resources
(viii) Select the option that titles paragraphs 1 – 3 appropriately, with reference to information in the text. [1]
(A) 1. Full speed Ahead
2. Ups and Downs
3. Cause for Concern
(B) 1. Winds of Change
2. Numbers Don’t Lie
3. Time for Action
(C) 1. Inspecting Trends
2. Statistically Speaking
3. Let’s Investigate
(D) 1 Cause & Effect
2. Dynamic Data
3. Dependable Facts
Answer:
(B) 1. Winds of Change
2. Numbers Don’t Lie
3. Time for Action
Explanation:
Para 1 – Changing scenario, Para 2 – Statistics prove the growth of tourism, Para 3 – Recommendations and think ahead strategy.
Section – B
Writing Skills & Grammar (20 Marks)
Grammar (1 x 10 = 10)
Question 3.
Complete ANY TEN of twelve of the following tasks as directed.
(i) Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket.
The students, with the help of their teacher _________ (create) a beautiful poster. [1]
Answer:
Created
(ii) Identify the error in the given sentence and supply the correction: [1]
The orchestra performed on the central theatre in front of a huge audience.
Use the given format for your response:
Error | Correction |
Answer:
Error | Correction |
On | In |
(iii) Bela shared some information about her visit to her grandmother with Malini. Report Malini’s question. [1]
Is your Grandmother feeling better now?
Answer:
Malini asked Bela if her grandmother was feeling better then.
(iv) Report the dialogue between the receptionist and the customer by completing the sentence: [1]
Receptionist: When would you like to check into the hotel?
Customer: I will send you an email and give the details.
In response to the question regarding when he would like to move in, the customer replied and give the details.
Select the correct option:
(A) that he will send an email
(B) that he would send an email
(C) that I will send you an email
(D) that he would send him an email
Answer:
(D) that he would send him an email
(v) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the slogan. [1]
…………. educated mind can teach many. (The/ A/ An)
Answer:
An
(vi) Identify the error in the given sentence and supply the correction: [1]
Behind every success film there is a lengthy creative process.
Use the given format for your response:
Error | Correction |
Answer:
Error | Correction |
Success | Successful |
(vii) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the following line: [1]
The sounds of laughter was echoing in the corridor.
Option | Error | Correction |
(A) | Sounds | Sound |
(B) | Laughter | Laughing |
(C) | Was | Were |
(D) | In | Of |
Answer:
Option | Error | Correction |
(A) | Sounds | Sound |
(viii) Complete the given narrative by filling in the blank with the correct option: [1]
In times of trouble you can always your parents for help.
(A) turn in
(B) turn to
(C) turn on
(D) turn away
Answer:
(B) turn to
(ix) Ritu met Anita and saw her crying. [1]
Report Ritu’s question.
Ritu: “Anita, what is the matter?”
Answer:
Ritu asked Anita what the matter was.
(x) Report the dialogue between Lata and Usha by completing the sentence: [1]
Lata: What activity did you enjoy the most in the summer camp?
Usha: I enjoyed art and craft class.
Lata asked Usha what activity did she enjoy the most in the summer camp. Usha replied that ________ art and craft class.
(A) she had enjoyed
(B) she would enjoy
(C) she enjoyed
(D) she has enjoyed
Answer:
(A) she had enjoyed
(xi) Complete the line from a poem Ozymandias, by filling in the correct option. [1]
Near them, on the sand,
Half sunk, a __________ visage lies, whose frown,
And wrinkled lip, and a sneer of cold command.’
(A) shatters
(B) shatter
(C) shattered
(D) will shatter
Answer:
(C) shattered
(xii) Identify the error and supply correction. Use the given format for your response. [1]
Air pollution is emerging like a global problem.
Error | Correction |
Answer:
Error | Correction |
Like | As |
Writing [10 Marks]
NOTE: All details presented in the questions are imaginary and created for assessment purpose.
Question 4.
(A) When you think about your city, you feel proud of its historical monuments, places of cultural interest, shopping centres and beautiful parks. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a national daily expressing your views on ‘Your City’. Also suggest ways indeterminate to these places like the government’s recent initiative of free entry to all historical monuments on the occasion 75th Independence Day.
You are Sangeeta/Sanjay, 45 Vijay Nagar, Delhi (Word limit 100-120 words) [5]
Answer:
45 Vijay Nagar Delhi
1 March 2023
The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi
Sir,
Sub: My city, my pride
Through the columns of your esteemed paper, I would like to express the pride I feel as a citizen of Delhi. Delhi, the capital of India is a great city and boasts of many places that attract a lot of tourists as well as local people on a daily basis. Delhi is the seat of the rich cultural heritage of India and has many historical monuments. In addition, the shopping centres and beautiful parks add to the interest of the locals as well as tourists. While these places are visited round the year, efforts can be made to increase the footfall at these places. In line with the government’s initiative of free entry to historical monuments in Delhi, other places must also be made toll free. Moreover, schools must be encouraged to get educational trips to the places of cultural and historical significance. This would make the youth aware of the places that are important for Delhi and India.
I hope that enough steps are taken to increase the footfall at these places.
Thank you Yours truly,
Sangeeta
OR
(B) You are Ankit/Ankita of Mahavir Public School, Delhi. You have seen an advertisement in ‘The Times of India’ regarding the starting of new batches of Astronomy Club’ by the National Science Centre. You wish to join the club. Write a letter to the Director, enquiring about the venue, duration, fee structure, activities, etc. (Word limit 100-120 words) [5]
Answer:
Mahavir Public School
Delhi
1 March 2023
The Director
National Science Centre
Delhi
Sub: Enquiry About Astronomy Club
Sir/ Madam,
Iam Ankitaand have great interest in astronomy and the universe fascinate me. I read an advertisement in the Times of India about your club starting new batches for the astronomy club. I have heard great reviews about this club of yours and would like to join it.
Please provide the details of astronomy club along with their fee structure, duration, the activities conducted and the venue where the activities are conducted. I would also like to know if any guest lectures are held at the club as I would be delighted to listen to some of the well-known names in the field. Kindly send the details at the earliest.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely,
Ankita
Question 5.
(A) The reintroduction of cheetah in India has excited the people because it is a step forward in the strategy to conserve threatened species and restore ecosystem functions.
Reasons for extinction:
- hunting, poaching, illegal trade
- diminishing habitat due to deforestation
- Climate change
- increase in human population
Strategies to conserve wild life
- mapping water bodies
- conserving suitable habitat
- government support-strict laws
Based on the above information write a paragraph in about 100-120 words analysing the status of threatened species in India. [5]
Answer:
Saving the Endangered Species
Maintaining a balance in the ecosystem is of paramount importance for a sustainable environment. It is essential that the environment be preserved and conserved so that we can continue benefitting from it. Within the ecosystem, it is equally important to take care of and preserve the flora and fauna. However, today, the environment and its flora and fauna is being degraded by the activities of humans and this has led to the extinction of many species.
Human activities like poaching and hunting of wild animals are one of the major causes of the extinction of many species, including the tiger, the national animal of India. Increasing human population has led to an increase in the number of houses required and in turn, this has led to deforestation to make way for more construction. However, this also reduces the natural habitat available for the animals to live and survive in, leading to their extinction. Further, climate change is also making the natural environment unfriendly for many animal species to thrive in.
To maintain a balance in the ecosystem, it is very important to preserve and conserve the various species. This can be done by ensuring that enough actions are taken to conserve and protect the natural habitat of these animals and avoiding deforestation. The government must put into action strict laws and policies that make hunting and poaching of animals a punishable offence.
Efforts by humans and governments can go a long way in maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
OR
(B) A survey was conducted by your school on how many children walk down to school, how many use their own transport, how many use the school bus and how many come in private vans. The findings are given below.
Based on the pie-chart given above write a paragraph analysing the information of ‘Preference of Private vans to school buses’. Think of reasons for this preference by some parents is it more convenient and safer. (100-120 words) [5]
Answer:
Preference of Private Vans to School Buses
Commuting to and from school is an activity that is a major consideration for many parents. Whenever a student has to join school, their commuting is a major concern for almost all parents. These days, many schools provide school vans for the transportation of students in a safe and sound manner. There are parents who also consider dropping and picking children on their own.
A recent survey highlighted the fact that most parents prefer private vans to school buses. Almost 30% of students commute using private vans and an equal number uses school buses. But with the number of school buses that schools make available, this number is very low. Many parents consider private vans to be safer as compared to school buses. There are also many parents who are of the opinion that the condition of private vans is much better than school buses and therefore they prefer sending their children in private vans. Moreover, private van owners also provide many facilities that school buses do not. This makes the parents opt for private vans. Many parents are also observed comparing drivers of private vans and school buses and concluding that private van drivers drive better and in a rquch safer manner and follow traffic rules as opposed to school buses.
Private vans also pick and drop students to their doorsteps which may not be the case in school buses. This makes private vans a more convenient option and therefore a preferred mode of transport.
Section-C (40 Marks)
Literature Textbook and Supplementary Reading Text
Question 6.
Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two given
(A) CHUBUKOV: What a weight off my shoulders, ouf!
NATALYA: But, still you will admit now that Guess is worse than Squeezer.
LOMOV: Better!
NATALYA: Worse!
CHUBUKOV: Well, that’s a way to start your family bliss! Have some champagne!
LOMOV: He’s better!
NATALYA: Worse! Worse! Worse!
CHUBUKOV: [trying to shout her down] Champagne! Champagne!
(i) Which of the following titles of Shakespeare’s plays might best apply to the relationship of Lomov and Natalya’s relationship? [1]
(A) The Taming of the Shrew
(B) Romeo and Juliet
(C) As You Like It
(D) Two Gentlemen of Verona
Answer:
(C) As You Like It
(ii) Chubukov’s mood can be described as _______ and ________ based on the given extract. [1]
Answer:
Relieved and jubilant
(iii) Based on the extract, Lomov and Natalya’s closing lines can best be seen as: [1]
(A) a humorous and ironic take on typical marriage vows.
(B) a reflection of their affections for Guess and Squeezer.
(C) a sign of the prospective instability in their marital bliss.
(D) the writer’s statement that disagreement is part of marriage.
Answer:
(A) a humorous and ironic take on typical marriage vows.
(iv) Chubokov accepted Lomov’s request without any resistance. Justify the statement using evidence from the story. [2]
Answer:
He was glad and called his daughter. He said that he had been hoping for this match and had always desired it.
OR
(B) THINK-TANK: Mirror, mirror, in my hand. Who is the most fantastically intellectually gifted being in the land?
OFFSTAGE VOICE: (after a pause) You, sir.
THINK-TANK: (smacking mirror) Quicker. Answer quicker next time. I hate a slow mirror. (He admires himself in the mirror.) Ah, there I am. Are we Martians not a handsome race? So much more attractive than those ugly Earthlings with their tiny heads. Noodle, you keep on exercising your mind, and someday you’ll have a balloon brain just like mine.
NOODLE: Oh, I hope so, Mighty Think-Tank. I hope so.
THINK-TANK: Now, contact the space probe. I want to invade that primitive ball of mud called Earth before lunch.
NOODLE: It shall be done, sir. (He adjusts levers on switchboard. Electronic buzzes and beeps are heard as the curtains open.)
(i) Infer the meaning of a think tank from the extract. [2]
Answer:
Think tank can be taken as a pool of ideas and solutions to various problems via an individual, group or organisation.
(ii) “Mirror, mirror, in my hand. Who is the most fantastically intellectually gifted being in the land?”
The genre having original reference to the above lines is a ___________ . [1]
Answer:
Fairytale
(iii) Choose the option that correctly categorizes the phrase “(after a pause)” based on the dialogue given above. [1]
(A) aside
(B) stage direction
(C) narration
(D) setting
Answer:
(C) narration
Explanation:
The phrase ‘after a pause’ was used for stage direction indicating a temporary stop in action or speech.
(iv) Choose the option that includes the display of ‘smacking 7 as used in the extract. [1]
(A) Option (1)
(B) Option (2)
(C) Option (3)
(D) Option (4)
Answer:
(D) Option (4)
Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two given.
Question 7.
(A) He should be snarling around houses
At the jungle’s edge,
Baring his white fangs, his claws,
Terrorizing the village!
But he’s locked in a concrete cell,
His strength behind bars,
Stalking the length of his cage,
Ignoring visitors.
(i) Trace a word from the extract that means “showing the teeth and making fearful sound”. [1]
Answer:
‘Snarling’ means ‘showing the teeth and making fearful sound’.
(ii) We should protect the tigers as: [1]
(A) they are majestic to look at.
(B) they attract visitors to the zoo.
(C) they are ferocious.
(D) they are part of our environment.
Answer:
(D) they are part of our environment.
Explanation:
The tigers are part of our environment and must be protected.
(iii) The tiger terrorizes the villagers as: [1]
(A) by killing their cattle.
(B) as he does not like to be hunted.
(C) as they have cleared his habitat.
(D) as he has got tired of being in the forest.
Answer:
(A) by killing their cattle.
Explanation:
The tigers are part of our environment and must be protected
(iv) What is the significance of the words ‘locked in a concrete cell’ and what is the reaction of the tiger due to this happening? [2]
Answer:
The words signify the unpleasant situation of the tiger who cannot come out of the cell because strong bars are fixed. As a result the tiger ignores the visitors.
OR
(B) Read the following extracts and answer the questions and complete the sentence that follow:
I am an orphan, roaming the street.
I pattern soft dust with my hushed, bare feet.
The silence is golden, the freedom is sweet.
(i) The tone of the given lines is __________. [1]
Answer:
Peaceful
Explanation:
The child is imagining being an orphan and roaming the streets peacefully.
(ii) Why does the poet want to be an orphan? [2]
Answer:
The poet wants to be an orphan because her parents nag her all the time and she doesn’t like it.
(iii) The golden silence is _________. [1]
(A) chaos of the street
(B) constant instructions received
(C) sweetness of freedom
(D) hushed, bare feet
Answer:
(B) constant instructions received
(iv) Which option completes the popular adage given below? _________ silence is gold. [1]
(A) Precious are words for
(B) Speech is silver
(C) Silver is the tongue
(D) Ideas may be precious but
Answer:
(B) Speech is silver
Answer ANY FOUR of the following five questions in about 40-50 words each. (4 x 3 = 12)
Question 8.
(A) Validate the given statement with reference to baby seagull’s fear.
‘Fear doesn’t exist anywhere else other than one’s mind.’ (His First Flight- Two Stories about Flying) [3]
Answer:
‘Fear doesn’t exist anywhere else other than one’s mind.’The baby seagull could not take his first flight as he was scared that his wings will not support his body weight. He saw his family fly. Even his younger brother and sister had flown yet the fear of falling down gripped his mind. It overpowered any sense of assurance or example. The result was that he was too scared to even try.
(B) Explain why the poet personally holds the conviction that the world will primarily end in fire? (Fire and Ice) [3]
Answer:
- The poet personally holds the conviction that the world will primarily end in fire because he was a victim of the fiery aspect of desire. He has mentioned the same in the poem also.
- “From what I’ve tasted desire I hold with those who favor fire.”
- Thus we can say that the poet, Robert Frost had experienced the destructive effects of ‘fire’ in his life.
(C) Valli’s unique maiden bus ride experience could be possible because she belonged to a small village. Do you agree? Why? /Why not? (2 reasons) (Madam Rides a Bus) [3]
Answer:
Agree:
- A bus ride seemed like a fascinating means of recreation and adventure —unlike cities and bigger towns
- She could travel alone safely -unfortunately, not recommended in larger townships or cities
- There was only one bus that Valli observed several times – cities have varied means of transport that might seem mor adventurous
Disagree:
- Fascination for riding a bus or an automobile can exist in children of Valli’s age even in big cities.
- Travelling unnoticed is easier in large cities than in small towns or villages due to familiarity Cities would offer more opportunities for a bus ride due to the availability and frequency of several buses on the same route.
(D) Give one reason why ‘The Tale of Custard the Dragon’ is more a fable than a ballad. [3]
Answer:
- Fable is fictitious narrative usually with animals, birds etc. as characters and shares a strong message whereas a ballad is a narrative verse that can be silly or heroic.
- The Tale of Custard the Dragon includes animals, is surely fictitious and shares a meaningful message.
- Hence, better qualifies as a fable.
(E) How can we say that Natalya was continuously successful in maintaining an upper hand during her arguments with Lomov? (Anyone example) (The Proposal) [3]
Answer:
Natalya was continuously successful in maintaining an upper hand during her arguments with Lomov because he was able to answer every query and present an argument defeating the one presented by Lomov. She argued about ownership of Oxen meadows and claimed that it is a matter of principle and not greed. She showed conviction and belief while arguing.
When she argued about dogs, Natalya claimed that her dog was cheaper, was of better breed and could run faster. She never lost cool while presenting her arguments although Lomov started palpitating.
Answer ANY TWO of the following three questions in about 40-50 words each. (1 X 6 = 6)
Question 9.
(A) What were the factors which contributed in making Ebright a scientist?
Answer:
Richard Ebright had some innate character traits that are the prerequisites for the making of a scientist. He had, besides an intelligent mind, the curiosity to seek information, keen observing powers, perseverance, patience as well as self-discipline, which are the basic requirements for any scientific research. And the credit also goes to his mother for recognizing his inclinations and curiosity. She not only encouraged and supported him but also provided the required stimulus through books and other materials.
(B) Why was Dr. Herriot confident that Tricki will be in the hospital room soon?
Answer:
Dr. Herriot was shocked to see Tricki’s condition. He knew that the latter would soon be hospitalized as he was unable to move. He had become hugely fat, like a bloated sausage and his tongue lolled from his jaws. He understood the very cause of Tricki’s condition and knew that the situation will not be changing any time soon.
(C) Why was Matilda Loisel always unhappy?
Answer:
Matilda Loisel was very pretty. She considered herself to be born for a luxurious life but the reality was different from her dreams. In reality, she was married to a petty clerk and had to lead a very simple life. Her fantasy, over ambitiousness made her unhappy. Matilda’s desire to belong to the rich and affluent section of society was responsible for her downfall. If she had accepted her condition with a smile and without any complaints, she would not have had to live 10 long years of her life in such abject poverty.
Answer ANY ONE of the following in about 40-50 words each. (1 X 6 = 6)
Question 10.
(A) ‘His father and mother had come around calling to him shrilly, upbraiding him, threatening him role was played by the family of the seagull to train him in the art of flying? [6]
Answer:
To train the young seagull in the art of flying, the entire family helped out. His sister and brothers encouraged him to muster up the courage and try to fly. The parents called out in a shrill voice, along with cajoling and scolding him in turn. Then they threatened to let him starve. When all this proved unsuccessful, his mother tempted him by flying close to his ledge with a piece of fish in her mouth. Maddened by hunger, he dived
forward to get that piece and fell into the space. To save himself, he spread his wings and found that he was able to fly. Thus, the entire family helped him to learn the art of flying. His parents and his brothers and sister had landed on the green surface of water ahead of him. They were calling him to do the same thing. They were flying around him. They were roaring and diving. When he was tired and weak with hunger, he could not rise. Then his family came around him crying and praising him. They offered him scraps of dog-fish because he had made his first flight successfully.
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(B) “You seem to have done your homework before coming.” Answer the given question in light of this statement. [6]
Rajvir seemed to have a lot of information about tea. What all did he tell? What character trait of his is revealed? Is it essential for children?
Answer:
Rajvir had been invited to spend his vacations with his classmate Pranjol, whose father was the manager of a tea estate in Assam. He was quite excited about the trip and had gathered a considerable amount of relevant information, i.e., where tea originated and how it became such a popular beverage. He informed that about 80 crore cups of tea are consumed daily and that the name ‘tea’ itself has originated from the Chinese language. He narrated two popular legends about the origin of tea. Rajvir exhibits an important value trait, which is the pre-requisite to gain knowledge – curiosity and eagerness to know. Moreover, he is not a passive learner but is proactive in collecting prior information to any real experience. He likes to do his homework thoroughly before going to a place. This is something very appreciable and children should develop this habit of finding out about the place they are going to visit. TTiese are extremely desirable traits for all learners.
Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions in about 100-120 words each. (1 X 6 = 6)
Question 11.
Griffin set the house on fire when he was thrown out. Anger and revenge are in no way a solution to any problem.
You are a columnist for a class X e-zine(magazine). Create a column on importance of anger management for teens and its detrimental effects on health.
You may begin like this:
ANGER DOESN’T RESOLVE, IT DESTROYS
by _______________, X _____________.
Griffin, in Footprints Without Feet sets the house on fire ____________
__________ (CONTINUE) [6]
Answer:
Anger Doesn’t Resolve, It Destroys
By Aradhna X-C
Griffin in footprints without feet, sets the house on fire when he was thrown out. He was so angry that he sets fire to this house without giving a single thought to it. His landlord had threatened him to evacuate the house. So he wanted to take revenge on him. But one must realise that anger and revenge are in no way a solution to any problem. It is an old saying that kindness pays, rudeness never. Anger can never resolve any problem. It rather aggravates it. It is always better to keep cool when someone is angry. Despite anger being a healthy and normal emotion, it must be under one’s control. It should not be allowed to escalate, uncontrollable anger leads to high blood pressure and anxiety. Parents are the role models of their children so they should not yell or scream at them. First they should keep their cool so that the child follows them.
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(B) As the woman who dupes Danby, pen a diary entry for the night before the robbery.
Pen down your thoughts, fears, and hopes from the robbery based on the events of the story “The Question of Trust”.
Wednesday, 12 July 78
9 p.m.,
Its D-day, finally! Today, I know how it feels to be nervous and excited at the same time ……. (continue) [6]
Answer:
Rajvir had been invited to spend his vacations with his classmate Pranjol, whose father was the manager of a tea estate in Assam. He was quite excited about the trip and had gathered a considerable amount of relevant information, i.e., where tea originated and how it became such a popular beverage. He informed that about 80 crore cups of tea are consumed daily and that the name ‘tea’ itself has originated from the Chinese language. He narrated two popular legends about the origin of tea.
Rajvir exhibits an important value trait, which is the pre-requisite to gain knowledge – curiosity and eagerness to know. Moreover, he is not a passive learner but is proactive in collecting prior information to any real experience. He likes to do his homework thoroughly before going to a place. This is something very appreciable and children should develop this habit of finding out about the place they are going to visit. These are extremely desirable traits for all learners.