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Class 10 English [X] - Ray & Martin Solved
Model Question Paper Solutions | Madhyamik Preparation
Section – A: Reading Comprehension (Seen)
1. Prose: The Passing Away of Bapu
A. Choose the correct alternative:
- (a) The last walk with Bapu was — (iii) excruciating.
- (b) According to the narrator, walking with Bapu was — (iii) not a commonplace affair.
B. Complete the sentences:
- (i) Bapu was being carried on an open truck covered with flowers.
- (ii) India's recent history was both rough and smooth.
C. Statement and Reason:
| Statement | Reason |
|---|---|
| Walking is making slow progress | It allows one to think with clarity and closely look at everything around, from small insects to the distant horizon.. |
2. Poetry: Fable (The Mountain and the Squirrel)
A. Tick the right answer:
- (a) The squirrel is — (i) agile.
- (b) Bun has no doubt about the fact that the mountain is — (ii) colossal.
B. Answer the following:
- Q: How is the squirrel indebted to the mountain?
Ans: The squirrel is indebted to the mountain because it makes a "very pretty squirrel track" for the squirrel to run on. - Q: What are needed to make up a year and sphere?
Ans: All sorts of things and weather must be taken in together to make up a year and a sphere.
Reading Comprehension (Unseen)
3. Zakir Hussain's Grammy Victory
A. Tick the correct answer:
- (i) (b) John McLaughlin
- (ii) (d) all of them
- (iii) (a) Best Global Music Album
- (iv) (a) classical music
B. True or False with supporting reasons:
- (i) Zakir Hussain's career spans over 50 years. — [T]
- (ii) Zakir Hussain won three Oscar Awards on a single night in February 2024. — [F]
- (iii) Zakir Hussain dedicated his award to his gurus and his students. — [F]
- (iv) Zakir Hussain is an Indian sitar maestro. — [F]
C. Short Question:
Q: What does Zakir Hussain's remarkable achievement at the 2024 Grammys testify to?
Ans: It is a testament to his enduring passion, dedication, and influence in the world of music.
Section – B: Grammar & Vocabulary
4. Proper Verb Form: At least two persons died and six were injured in a train derailment in Alipurduar.
5. A. Articles & Prepositions: I congratulated him on his success and gifted him a unique pen.
5. B. Transformation:
- (i) Voice Change: I could have been helped by him.
- (ii) Complex Sentence: I have no money that I can spare.
5. C. Phrasal Verbs:
- (i) executed — carried out
- (ii) wrote — took down
6. Vocabulary (Synonyms):
- (i) exceptional: remarkable
- (ii) a person who is the first to explore/develop a new method: pioneer
Section – C: Writing
7. Paragraph: How the Postal System Works
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English [X] - Model Question Paper
Section – A: Reading Comprehension (Seen)
1. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:
It is the last time we shall be walking with Bapu. It was an agonizing walk. Thousands silently watched the procession. Bapu lay on an open truck covered with flowers. Thousands of people wept, trying to touch Bapu's feet. It was impossible to move in the thick crowd.
As I moved forward slowly I understood I was not merely in the midst of grieving people. This was even more than the funeral procession of India's beloved leader. I was among people for whom walking with Bapu had a special meaning. We had walked with Bapu over the rough and smooth of India's recent history. We could not now accept the fact that the man who had led us over many difficult paths, was never going to walk with us again. Bapu's slight figure had walked, staff in hand, over a large part of India. To walk is to make slow progress. It is to think with clarity and closely look at all that is around you, from small insects to the horizon in the distance. Moreover, to walk was often the only way open to the average Indian. It required no vehicle except his own body and cost him nothing but his energy.
A. Write the correct alternative to complete the following sentences: (1×2=2)
- (a) The last walk with Bapu was — (i) congenial, (ii) outlandish, (iii) excruciating, (iv) delectable.
- (b) According to the narrator, walking with Bapu was — (i) quite boring, (ii) a usual affair, (iii) not a commonplace affair, (iv) meaningless.
B. Complete the following sentences with information from the text: (1×2=2)
- (i) Bapu was being carried ____________________________________.
- (ii) India's recent history was both ______________________________.
C. Fill in the chart with information from the passage given above: (2)
| Statement | Reason |
|---|---|
| Walking is making slow progress |
2. Read the poem and answer the questions that follow:
'You are doubtless very big;
But all sorts of things and weather
Must be taken in together,
To make up a year
And a sphere.
And I think it no disgrace
To occupy my place.
If I'm not so large as you,
You are not so small as I,
And not half so spry.
I'll not deny you make
A very pretty squirrel track;
Talents differ; all is well and wisely put;
If I cannot carry forests on my back,
Neither can you crack a nut.'
A. Tick the correct alternative to complete the following sentences: (1×2=2)
- (a) The squirrel is — (i) agile, (ii) obtuse, (iii) lanky, (iv) spindly.
- (b) Bun has no doubt about the fact that the mountain is — (i) illustrious, (ii) colossal, (iii) benignant, (iv) eminent.
B. Answer the following questions: (1×2=2)
- (i) How is the squirrel indebted to the mountain?
- (ii) What are needed to make up a year and sphere?
Reading Comprehension (Unseen)
3. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:
In February 2024, Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain achieved a remarkable feat by winning three Grammy Awards on a single night. The 73-year-old musician, who has been a pioneer in popularizing Indian classical music globally, received the prestigious awards for his outstanding contributions to world music.
Hussain's first Grammy of the night came in the 'Best Global Music Album' category for his collaboration with virtuoso 'Shakti' bandmates—John McLaughlin, Shankar Mahadevan, Ganesh Rajagopalan and V Selvaganesh on the album 'Shakti: This moment'. The second award was in the 'Best Global Music Performance' category for his mesmerizing tabla solo on the track 'Rama Rama' from the same album.
The third and most significant Grammy for Hussain was the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his illustrious career spanning over five decades. The recording academy honoured him for his unparalleled mastery of the tabla, his innovative collaborations with artists from diverse genres, and his role in bridging cultural divides through music.
Upon receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award, an emotional Hussain expressed his gratitude saying, "This recognition is not just for me, but for the rich musical heritage of India that I have been fortunate to represent on the world stage. I dedicate this award to my gurus, my family, and all the musicians who have inspired me throughout my journey."
A. Tick the right answer: (1×4=4)
- (i) One of the collaborators of the album 'Shakti: This moment' along with Zakir Hussain was — (a) Ravi Shankar, (b) John McLaughlin, (c) AR Rahman, (d) Hariprasad Chaurasia.
- (ii) Zakir Hussain received the Lifetime Achievement Award for his — (a) contribution to Indian classical music, (b) mastery of the tabla, (c) innovative collaborations, (d) all of them.
- (iii) Hussain's first Grammy of the night came in the — (a) Best Global Music Album, (b) Best Global Music Performance, (c) Lifetime Achievement Award, (d) Lifetime Achievement in Music Award.
- (iv) Zakir Hussain has been a pioneer in popularizing Indian — (a) classical music, (b) contemporary music, (c) qawwali, (d) folk music.
B. Write 'T' for 'True' and 'F' for 'False' in the boxes: (1×4=4)
- (i) Zakir Hussain's career spans over 50 years. [ ]
- (ii) Zakir Hussain won three Oscar Awards on a single night in February 2024. [ ]
- (iii) Zakir Hussain dedicated his award to his gurus and his students. [ ]
- (iv) Zakir Hussain is an Indian sitar maestro. [ ]
C. Answer the following question: (2)
What does Zakir Hussain's remarkable achievement at the 2024 Grammys testify to?
Section – B: Grammar and Vocabulary
4. Write the correct alternatives to fill in the blanks: (1)
At least two persons died and six ________ (was injured / were injured / injured) in a train derailment in Alipurduar.
5. Do as directed:
A. Fill in the blanks with appropriate articles and prepositions: (1)
I congratulated him ________ his success and gifted him a unique pen.
B. Rewrite the sentences as directed: (1×2=2)
(i) He could have helped me. [Change the voice]
(ii) I have no money to spare. [Change into a complex sentence]
C. Choose the correct phrasal verbs from the list to replace underlined words: (1×2=2)
(i) The soldier executed the commander's order. [ ]
(ii) The boy wrote all the class notes correctly. [ ]
List: [take down, give up, give in, carry out]
6. Find words from the passage (Question 3) with the following meanings: (2×2=4)
- (i) exceptional: [ ]
- (ii) a person who is the first to explore or develop a new method, area of knowledge, or activity: [ ]
Section – C: Writing
7. Write a paragraph (in about 100 words) on how the postal system works based on the flow chart: (10)
[Letters written — posted — collected by the postman — taken to the post office — sorted — dispatched to destinations — sent to different post offices — delivered to the addresses.]
Answer Key: English [X]
AC Institution, Malda - Model Question Paper Solutions
Section – A: Reading Comprehension (Seen)
1. Prose (The Passing Away of Bapu)
A. Correct Alternatives:
- (a) The last walk with Bapu was — (iii) excruciating
- (b) According to the narrator, walking with Bapu was — (iii) not a commonplace affair
B. Sentence Completion:
- (i) Bapu was being carried on an open truck covered with flowers.
- (ii) India's recent history was both rough and smooth.
C. Chart (Statement & Reason):
| Statement | Reason |
|---|---|
| Walking is making slow progress | It allows one to think with clarity and closely look at everything around, from small insects to the distant horizon. |
2. Poetry (Fable)
A. Correct Alternatives:
- (a) The squirrel is — (i) agile
- (b) Bun has no doubt about the fact that the mountain is — (ii) colossal
B. Short Answers:
- (i) The squirrel is indebted to the mountain for making a very pretty squirrel track.
- (ii) All sorts of things and weather are needed to make up a year and a sphere.
Reading Comprehension (Unseen)
3. Zakir Hussain's Grammy Feat
A. Tick the right answer:
- (i) (b) John McLaughlin
- (ii) (d) all of them
- (iii) (a) Best Global Music Album
- (iv) (a) classical music
B. True or False:
- (i) Zakir Hussain's career spans over 50 years. — [T]
- (ii) Zakir Hussain won three Oscar Awards on a single night in February 2024. — [F] (They were Grammys)
- (iii) Zakir Hussain dedicated his award to his gurus and his students. — [F] (Students were not mentioned in his dedication)
- (iv) Zakir Hussain is an Indian sitar maestro. — [F] (He is a tabla maestro)
C. Answer the following:
Zakir Hussain's achievement testifies to his enduring passion, dedication and influence in the world of music.
Section – B: Grammar and Vocabulary
4. Fill in the blanks:
At least two persons died and six were injured in a train derailment in Alipurduar.
5. Do as directed:
- A. Articles & Prepositions: I congratulated him on his success and gifted him a unique pen.
- B. (i) Voice Change: I could have been helped by him.
- B. (ii) Complex Sentence: I have no money that I can spare.
- C. Phrasal Verbs:
(i) executed — carried out
(ii) wrote — took down
6. Vocabulary (Passage Synonyms):
- (i) exceptional: remarkable (or extraordinary)
- (ii) a person who is the first to explore or develop a new method...: pioneer
Section – C: Writing
7. How the Postal System Works
The postal system is an organized method of communication that involves several systematic steps. First, letters are written and placed inside envelopes with the recipient's address. These are then posted in the nearby letterbox. A postman collects these letters at a specific time and takes them to the local post office. There, the letters are sorted according to their destinations. Once sorted, they are dispatched to various destinations via mail vans or trains. Upon reaching the destination cities, they are sent to different sub-post offices. Finally, the letters are delivered to the respective addresses by the local postman, completing the process.
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