English Medium कक्षा १० - CBSE Question Bank Solutions

As Valli, make a diary entry sharing your joys and disappointments during the bus ride.

Natalya and her father Chubukov 'turn around' when Lomov puts his proposal in the open. As a reader briefly describe what you think of Natalaya and Chubukov from the play "the Proposal".

Kisa Gotami admitted that she was being selfish in grief. Do you agree? Why/Why not?

Why did Kisa Gotami become weary and hopeless?

What was the objective of Lomov's visit to Chubukov's house?

How does Buddha bring about a different perspective in Kisa Gotami's understanding of life?

Why did Chubukov misunderstand the purpose of Lomov's visit?

Why does Natalaya quarrel with Lomov?

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:

1. The narrator 'I' refers to _____.    (1)
   1. Mr. Keesing
   2. Mrs. Kuperus
   3. Anne Frank
   4. Miss Margot
2. The phrase 'right away' in this extract most nearly means:     (1)
   1. with delay
   2. the correct way
   3. immediately
   4. overtaking from right
3. What does the narrator mean by saying 'we were both in tears'?       (1)
4. Complete the analogy by selecting a word from the text:     (1)
   dawn: dusk:: mourning: ______.
5. Select the option that correctly captures the application of the word 'form' as used in the extract.      (1)
   1. Raghav was in good form while playing the match.
   2. Saheb was promoted to the next form after the annual exam.
   3. My brother did not know how to form a circle.
   4. Anne saw the form on the headmaster's desk.

What did Kisa Gotami do after the death of her only son?

What are the raindrops compared to and why?

How is the Goan baker still an important part of the life of a Goan village?

How did Chubukov react when Lomov asked for the hand of his daughter in marriage?

Answer of the following question in 100-120 words:

Valli was an extra-ordinary girl who had self-confidence and courage to realise her ambition by planning and drawing on her spirit of adventure. Discuss in reference to the chapter 'Madam Rides the Bus'.

Chubukov suspicious one accused when Lomov comes to his house. Explain.

Read the given extract and answer the following questions.

i. Which of the following is NOT a reason why Lomov thinks he must marry?   (1)

1. He is already 35 years old.
2. He suffers from palpitations.
3. He is excitable and easily upset.
4. He is in love with Natalya.

ii. Why is it fair to say that Lomov's tone, when he says, "What more do I want?", is uncertain and questioning? Answer in about 40 words.   (2)

iii. Read the following descriptions (a)-(c) and identify which one correctly corresponds to the extract.   (1)

1. A debate is a formal discussion on a particular topic, usually with two or more people presenting different viewpoints and arguments.
2. A soliloquy is a speech given by a character alone on stage, which reveals their innermost thoughts and feelings to the audience.
3. An aside is a brief comment or remark made by a character directly to the audience, which is not intended to be heard by other characters on stage.

iv. If an actor were to enact this extract, what would he be required to focus on while modulating his voice?     (1)

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

Explain how the description of the devastation caused by the hailstorm reflects the sadness within Lencho, in A Letter to God.

Refer to the given lines, from the text -

Not a leaf remained on the trees. The corn was totally destroyed. The flowers were gone from the plants. Lencho’s soul was filled with sadness.

Kitty was a trusted friend to Anne. Elaborate.

The quarrel over Green Meadows is finally resolved. Explain.