Model Test Paper Solutions (Class 10th English)

Section A - MCQs (16 Marks)

(i) "Paper has more patience than people" whose comment is this?
Answer: c) Anne Frank

(ii) What was Bholi’s real name?

Answer: a) Sulekha

(iii) “He had never known to refuse food, he would tackle a meal at any hour of the day or
night.” Who is the "he" mentioned here?
Answer: c) Tricki, The dog

(iv) Who collected and sent money to ‘Lencho’?

Answer: b) Postmaster

(v) According to Robert Frost, "Fire and Ice" represent:

Answer: d) Desire and hatred

(vi) Why did Lomov think of marrying Natalya Sepanovna?

Answer: a) Lomov found Natalya as suitable wife for him.

(vii) How did Thing-Tank want to invade the Earth?

Answer: b) Before breakfast

(viii) DNA is the substance in the nucleus of a cell that controls:

Answer: c) Heredity

(ix) He said, “I have been a great mentor.” Change into indirect speech.
Answer: a) He said that he had been a great mentor.

(x) The guard asked, "Who are you?"

Answer: a) The guard asked who he was.

(xi) Change the following sentence from Active voice to Passive voice:
His uncle treats him well.
Answer: c) He is well treated by his uncle.

(xii) I saw him leaving the house. Choose the correct passive form of this sentence.
Answer: d) He was seen leaving the house by me.

(xiii) The children ______________ in the field now.

Answer: b) Are playing.
(xiv) It _______ raining since morning when you rang me up.
Answer: b) Has been

(xv) Fill in the blank with the correct modal verb:

__________ our king live long!
Answer: d) May

(xvi) Choose the proper non-finite to complete the following sentence:

This book is worth __________________
Answer: c) Reading

Section B - Reading (17 Marks)

Q2 Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow: (10 Marks)

1. What is a great source of pleasure to us?

Answer: Walking is a great source of pleasure to us.
2. Complete the following with a phrase:
The various sounds of nature acquire a new meaning and significance to us.
3. Infer one reason for the following based on information in paragraph:
A contact is established between us and nature because we experience its beauty closely
and feel connected to it through various sounds and sights.
4. Give one reason why it is more pleasurable to hike in the mountains than in the
plains.
Answer: It is more thrilling and pleasurable to hike in the mountains because of the
excitement of climbing up to the top of a hill and the grandeur of the sunset behind the
mountain.
5. How does hiking give solace to our brain?
Answer: Hiking gives solace to the brain by providing a complete escape from the busy
activities of life, allowing the brain to regain its lost energy.
6. List any two examples of minute observations you make while on a hike.
Answer: a) A snake casting its slough.
b) A squirrel leaping about on the branches of a tree.
7. Substitute the word "leap with joy" with one word similar in meaning in the
following sentence from the passage:
The feeling of unlimited freedom makes our hearts leap with joy.
Answer: exult

Q3 Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow: (7 Marks)

1. What problems are faced by illegal shanty towns?

Answer: The problems faced by illegal shanty towns include lack of piped water,
 overcrowded houses with poor air circulation, and absence of drains or rubbish collection
services, leading to the spread of diseases.
2. How can water be made safe for drinking?
Answer: Water can be made safe for drinking by supplying clean, piped water to
individual houses or neighborhoods.
3. What steps should be taken by the city?
Answer: The city should supply clean piped water, provide building materials to improve
housing conditions, and construct drains with a rubbish collection service.
4. Who has to play a great role to solve the problems of shanty towns?
Answer: The government and the city council have to play a great role in solving the
problems of shanty towns.
5. How does overcrowding of houses pose problems?
Answer: Overcrowding of houses leads to poor air circulation and makes it easier to
catch diseases like flu, TB, and diphtheria.
6. What employment opportunities would be created for creating a safer and healthier
environment?
Answer: Employment opportunities in construction, plumbing, and rubbish disposal
would be created to improve the living conditions in shanty towns.

Section C - Writing (17 Marks)

Q4 Write a letter to your Principal requesting for remission of fine. (6 Marks)

Answer:
[Your Name]
Arya School, Kullu
Date: _______________

The Principal,
Arya School, Kullu

Subject: Request for Remission of Fine

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am writing this letter to request for the remission of the fine imposed on me for [mention the
reason, e.g., late submission of a project, uniform issue, etc.]. I sincerely apologize for my
mistake and assure you that I will take all necessary steps to avoid such issues in the future.

I kindly request you to consider my situation and waive the fine. I would be grateful for your
understanding and support.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
Class: _______________

Q5 Write a paragraph on anyone of the following topics: (6 Marks)

Answer:
Environment Pollution
Environment pollution is a major issue that affects the entire world. The increasing levels of
pollution in the air, water, and soil are causing severe damage to the planet. Air pollution from
industrial emissions and vehicles contributes to global warming and health issues like asthma
and lung diseases. Water pollution, caused by the dumping of industrial waste, plastics, and
sewage into rivers and oceans, leads to the destruction of aquatic life. Soil pollution due to the
use of harmful chemicals in agriculture also degrades the land, making it unfit for farming. It is
essential for us to take immediate actions to reduce pollution by using eco-friendly products,
recycling, and adopting sustainable practices to protect the environment.

Q6 Draft notice for House-Captains to attend a meeting with the Vice-Principal for allocation of
duties for maintaining discipline in the school. (5 Marks)
Answer:
G.S.S.S. Shimla
Notice
Date: _______________

This is to inform all House Captains that there will be a meeting with the Vice-Principal
regarding the allocation of duties for maintaining discipline in the school. The meeting will be
held on [Date] at [Time] in the Vice-Principal’s office.

All House Captains are requested to be present. It is important to attend the meeting on time for
smooth coordination of the duties.

For any further queries, kindly contact the school office.

[Your Name]
Head Girl
G.S.S.S. Shimla

Section D - Literature (30 Marks)

Q7 Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: (5 Marks)
(i) Name the chapter these lines have been taken from.
Answer: The Black Aeroplane

(ii) What was still there after half an hour?

Answer: The strange black aeroplane was still there in front of the writer in the clouds.

(iii) Why did the writer start to feel frightened again?

Answer: The writer started to feel frightened again because there was only enough fuel left for
five or ten more minutes of flight.

(iv) What did he see when he came out of the clouds?

Answer: The writer saw two long straight lines of lights, which were a runway at an airport.

(v) Could the writer see the black aeroplane?

Answer: No, the writer could not see the black aeroplane after coming out of the clouds; it was
gone.

Q8 Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: (4 Marks)

(i) Where is the tiger at present?

Answer: The tiger is in his cage.

(ii) Which word in the stanza may also mean “graphic” or ‘picturesque’?
Answer: "Vivid"

(iii) Why is the tiger in “quiet rage”?

Answer: The tiger is in "quiet rage" because he is confined in the cage, which makes him angry
and frustrated.

(iv) Name the poem and poet.

Answer: "A Tiger in the Zoo" by Leslie Norris

Q9 Answer any two of the following questions: (2.5x2=5 Marks)

(i) How was the poet’s mood in the poem “Dust of Snow” and what brought a sudden change in
it?
Answer: The poet’s mood was sad and gloomy, but a crow shook the dust of snow on him,
which changed his mood, making him feel better.

(ii) What does “in the world of possessions” mean?

Answer: "In the world of possessions" refers to the materialistic world where people focus more
on acquiring things than on spiritual or emotional growth.
(iii) Is Amanda an orphan? Why does she say so?
Answer: No, Amanda is not an orphan. She says so because she feels neglected by her parents,
who are constantly telling her what to do and not giving her enough freedom.

(iv) Where are the trees in the poem? Explain.

Answer: In the poem, the trees are in the forest, where they stand tall and play a vital role in the
environment, offering beauty and shade.

Q10 Describe Lencho’s qualities in the light of his faith in God. Do you have faith in God like
Lencho? Was Lencho’s reaction towards post office employee’s right? (4 Marks)

Answer:
Lencho is a man of deep faith in God. His belief is so strong that he doesn’t hesitate to ask for
money from God when he faces hardship. Despite the challenges in his life, Lencho trusts that
God will help him. However, his reaction toward the post office employees is not right. When he
receives the money, he accuses them of taking part of it, showing that his faith in humanity is
weak, even though his faith in God is unwavering.

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