SATLUJ PUBLIC SCHOOL, ELLENABAD

SUMMER HOLIDAY HOMEWORK

CLASS – 10TH
Dear Students,
Warm greetings and best wishes for a joyful and enriching summer vacation!
Summer holidays are a perfect time to relax, recharge, and reflect. But they also offer a great
opportunity to grow—through creativity, learning, and self-exploration. Use this break to connect with
nature, read good books, explore new words, and most importantly, understand yourself better.
"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you."
Make your holiday homework a joyful journey, not a burden. Stay safe, stay positive, and come back
refreshed and ready!

English Holiday Homework

1. Real-Life Diary (10 entries)

Maintain a Holiday Diary – write 5-7 short entries (100–150 words each) describing real events,
activities, or observations from your daily life. Focus on:

# A helpful deed you did # A moment of kindness you received

# A challenge you overcame # A visit to a new place

#A lesson learned from a real-life situation # Any other event

2. Nature Walk & Creative Writing

Go for a nature walk or visit a nearby park.

Click 2–3 photos or make sketches.

Write a short story or poem (150–200 words) inspired by your experience. Give it a creative title.

3. Vocabulary Builder

Collect 30 new words from books, newspapers, or your environment.

# Make a mini-dictionary:

# Word # Meaning

# Synonym # Use in a sentence of your own

# 60 Verb with its past forms

4 Reading skills
Unseen Passage
In an age dominated by technology and instant communication, the importance of patience is often
underestimated. Society today expects immediate results—whether it’s a reply to a message, the
delivery of a product, or success in a career. However, the most meaningful achievements in life—
education, relationships, personal growth—require time and sustained effort.
Patience is more than just waiting; it’s the ability to stay calm and composed while working toward a
goal, even when progress is slow. It fosters resilience, allowing individuals to face setbacks without
giving up. For example, students who study consistently over a period of time tend to perform better
than those who rely on last-minute efforts. Similarly, developing a skill—be it playing an instrument,
writing, or athletics—requires months or even years of dedicated practice.
Unfortunately, modern lifestyles, filled with distractions and instant gratification, have made patience a
rare virtue. The overuse of smartphones and social media can make people restless and reduce their
attention spans. Yet, the benefits of cultivating patience are immense. It leads to better mental health,
improved decision-making, and stronger relationships.
Teaching patience begins early. Children learn this value from observing adults, especially when they
see them managing stress calmly or pursuing long-term goals with persistence. In a fast-moving world,
patience is not a weakness—it’s a strength that empowers people to endure, grow, and ultimately
succeed
Questions
1. MCQ:
What does the passage mainly highlight?
a) The rise of technology
b) The benefits of instant communication
c) The importance of patience
d) The role of social media
2. MCQ:
According to the passage, what does patience help build?
a) Wealth b) Intelligence
c) Resilience d) Memory
3. MCQ:
Which of these is an example of patience in practice?
a) Cramming a night before exams
b) Giving up when things get hard
c) Practicing a skill over time
d) Avoiding hard work
4. True/False:
Modern lifestyles promote the development of patience.
5. True/False:
People with patience are better at managing stress.
6. Fill in the blank:
Patience is described as the ability to stay __________ and composed.
7. Fill in the blank:
Children learn patience by __________ adults.
8. Short Answer:
How does social media affect our attention span?
9. Short Answer
Why is patience considered a strength in today’s world?
10. Short Answer:
What is the difference between patience and simply waiting?

Passage 2 – Descriptive Style

The forest at dawn is a symphony of colors and sounds. Soft golden rays pierce through the mist,
painting the leaves with gentle light. The air is crisp, carrying the scent of earth, moss, and wet bark.
Birds stir awake with a chorus of chirps and calls, while deer tiptoe silently between trees.
Everywhere, there is quiet movement—ants marching in lines, a rabbit darting into the undergrowth, the
rustle of branches as the wind whispers through. It is a moment of peace before the forest returns to its
wild rhythm.
In such surroundings, one feels a sense of unity with nature. The worries of city life melt away, replaced
by the calm of ancient trees and flowing streams. It is here, in this untouched beauty, that one truly
breathes.

*Questions:
1. MCQ: What is the dominant mood of the passage?
a) Chaotic (b) Mysterious (c) Peaceful (d) Tense
2. MCQ: What element is *not* mentioned in the forest scene?
a) Birds b) Cars
c) Deer d) Mist
3. True/False: The forest is silent and lifeless at dawn.
4. True/False: Wind and light both play roles in the description.
5. Fill in the blank: The scent of earth and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ fills the air.
6. Fill in the blank: A rabbit darts into the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
7. Short Answer: What does the forest make one feel, according to the passage?
8. Short Answer: How is the forest described visually?
9. Short Answer: List two animals mentioned.
10. Short Answer: What effect does nature have on a city dweller?
Passage 3 – Argumentative Style
The debate over online education continues to spark opinions among educators, students, and parents.
Proponents argue that it provides flexibility, access to global resources, and convenience. Students can
learn at their own pace, attend classes from any location, and access recorded lectures when needed.
However, critics highlight significant drawbacks: lack of face-to-face interaction, increased screen time,
and challenges in maintaining discipline. Not all students have equal access to devices or high-speed
internet, creating a digital divide. Moreover, the absence of a traditional classroom environment can
affect motivation and social development.
While technology has enabled learning to continue in times of crisis, such as during the pandemic, it
should not replace in-person education entirely. A balanced model, combining the strengths of both
systems, may offer the best solution for the future.
Questions:
1. MCQ: What is the main advantage of online education, according to the passage?
a) Lower stress b) Global flexibility
c) Strict routines d) No exams
2. MCQ: What major concern is raised about online classes?
a) Too many field trips b) Excessive homework
c) Lack of social interaction d) No curriculum

3. MCQ: What is the author’s overall opinion?

a) Online education should be banned
b) Offline learning is useless
c) A hybrid model is best
d) Technology harms education

4. True/False: Online learning allows students to set their own pace.

5. True/False: Every student has equal access to online resources.
6. Fill in the blank: A \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ divide affects access to digital education.
7. Fill in the blank: Critics mention the lack of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ interaction.
8. Short Answer: What challenge does screen time pose?
9. Short Answer: Why might motivation be lower in online classes?
10. Short Answer: What balanced solution does the author propose?

Instructions:
* Do work in home work .
* project file should have minimum 4 pages.
* Use creativity wherever possible (coloured pens, drawings, photos, decorated headings).
* Submit your completed work on 1st July 2025.