English Medium कक्षा १० - CBSE Important Questions

Ananda was blamed for a number of things. Mention any two.

As a reader do you identify with Amanda? How?

Kitty was a trusted friend to Anne. Elaborate.

Answer the following question in 40 – 50 words:

In the poem ‘Amanda’, why does the poet use the famous fairy tale character, Rapunzel? Explain. (Amanda)

Why does Mrs. Hall find the scientist eccentric?

Attempt the following question in 100-150 words:

How did Griffin’s invisibility come to his help whenever he found himself in trouble?

Answer the following question in 30-40 words:

Describe the curious episode which took place in a clergyman’s study.

Answer the following questions in 30-40 words : 

What are the three things that can't happen in a treeless forest?

Answer the following question  in 30-40 words :
Why did Maddie write a note to Peggy and then tore it?

Pranjol and Rajvir discuss their next vacation destination. They shortlist Coorg and Goa. Rajvir is keen on Coorg and tries to convince Pranjol. Develop a conversation between the two, based on your understanding of Glimpses of India.

You may begin like this:

Rajvir: Hey Pranjol! I think we should be visiting Coorg. It is a beautiful place with coffee plantations. I can smell the aroma already!

Pranjol: I gave you the opportunity to explore a tea plantation last year, in Assam; I want to…

Reference to Context

i. Why was Pranjol not as excited as Rajvir about the tea gardens?  (1)

1. He disliked looking at tea gardens.
2. He had worked in tea gardens himself.
3. He had grown up in and around tea gardens.
4. He was bored with tea gardens.

ii. What does Pranjol mean by saying that Assam has the largest concentration of plantations in the world?  (1)

iii. Fill in the blank with one word only.  (1)

Pranjol’s ______ comes through clearly when he exclaims, “You will see enough gardens to last you a lifetime!”

iv. How according to Rajvir does the world know about the discovery of tea?  (1)

1. Historical places
2. Traditional tales
3. Authentic anecdotes
4. Popular publications

v. Select the option that correctly captures the application of the word ‘cried’ as used in line 1 of the extract.  (1)

1. Jaspreet cried a lot in spite of winning second place in a competition.
2. Jaspreet cried out loud when she saw a white tiger in the sanctuary.
3. Jaspreet cried for hours when the police were unable to find her lost pet.
4. Jaspreet has barely cried since she was three years of age.

i. Complete the sentence appropriately.  (1)

It is clear that Personification is the poetic device used for ‘No sun bury its feet….’ because ______.

ii. The poet has used a poetic device in the given lines. What effect does she wish to create by its use?  (1)

1. emphasis
2. comparison
3. rhyme
4. humour

iii. State whether the following statement is TRUE or FALSE:  (1)

The extract uses trees as a symbol for conservative people.

iv. Select the appropriate option to complete the sentence, according to the extract.  (1)

The idea of a forest that has been ‘empty all these days’ is ______.

1. unnatural
2. scary
3. magical
4. legendary

v. How does the use of enjambment impact this extract?

1. It forces frequent pauses.
2. It simplifies the meaning.
3. It builds momentum.
4. It makes the lines lyrical.

What does the writer recall about his childhood in Goa?

What impressed Mr. Barua about Rajiv?

Describe the climb to the Brahmagiri hills.

Why are Kodavus permitted to carry fire arms without licence?

Kodavus have contradictory traits. Support the statement with reference to the text.

Justify the opinion that the traditional baker and his bread play a significant role in the cultural and social fabric of Goan society.

Read the following extract and answer the questions:

1. State any one inference about Griffin from the given context: “My reason for coming to Iping is a desire for solitude. I do not wish to be disturbed in my work. Besides, an accident has affected my face.”
2. State True or False:
   Even though Mrs. Hall was satisfied with Griffin, she was skeptical to excuse his strange
3. It was not difficult for Griffin to convince the landlord and his wife about his strange appearance and eccentric behaviour. Elaborate in about 40 words with reference to the context.
4. Which phrase would correctly substitute ‘set all tongues wagging’ in the given sentence from the extract?
   A stranger of such uncommon appearance ______.

Answer the following question in 40 – 50 words.

Coorg has been defined as a ‘piece of heaven’ by the writer. Justify. (Glimpses of India)