RBSE Class 10th 2013 -S-02-2013 Previous Year Papers

SECONDARY SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION, 2013

ENGLISH

Time: 3 Hours    Maximum Marks: 80

No. of Questions: 20    Paper Code: S—02—English (Supp.)

No. of Printed Pages: 1

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO THE EXAMINEES:

1. Candidates must first write their Roll Nos. on the question paper.
2. All the questions are compulsory.
3. Write the answer to each question in the given answer-book only.
4. For questions having more than one part, the answers to those parts are to be written together in continuity.
5. Write the correct serial number of each question as mentioned in the question paper.

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SECTION — A (Reading) (Marks: 5)

1. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

Health is a positive state of physical and mental well-being. When we feel secure — by being physically healthy and free from disease, by feeling content and by living in a comfortable and clean environment — we are in a state of positive health. Our close and harmonious interactions with family members, neighbours and friends help us to stay well mentally.

According to this definition, very few people in the world enjoy positive health. In the rich and developed countries, family ties appear to be weakening, neighbours may be strangers and friendship is sometimes restricted to business contacts. In those countries environmental conditions have improved considerably, the populations have achieved a better nutritional status, and there is often plenty of money available to buy most of life's comforts. People in developed countries may enjoy better physical health, but they are far from achieving positive health, as many are not so contented mentally.

1. How can people feel secure and in a state of positive health?

   People can feel secure and in a state of positive health by being physically healthy and free from disease, by feeling content, and by living in a comfortable and clean environment.

2. On the basis of the passage define 'Health'.

   According to the passage, health is a positive state of physical and mental well-being.

3. What is necessary for keeping us well mentally?

   Close and harmonious interactions with family members, neighbours, and friends are necessary for keeping us well mentally.

4. The people of developed countries are far from achieving positive health. Why?

   The people of developed countries are far from achieving positive health because many of them are not so contented mentally, even though they may enjoy better physical health.

5. What is the state of social relations of the rich and developed countries as shown in the passage?

   In rich and developed countries, family ties appear to be weakening, neighbours may be strangers, and friendship is sometimes restricted to business contacts.

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Unseen Passage

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

I was born into a middle-class Tamil family in the island town of Rameswaram in the erstwhile Madras state. My father, Jainulabdeen had neither much formal education nor much wealth : despite these disadvantages, he possessed great innate wisdom and a true generosity of spirit. He had an ideal helpmate in my mother, Ashiamma. I do not recall the exact number of people she fed everyday, but I am quite certain that far more outsiders ate with us than all the members of our own family put together.

I was one of many children — a short boy with rather undistinguished looks, born to tall and handsome parents. We lived in our ancestral house, which was built in the middle of the nineteenth century. It was a fairly large pucca house, made of limestone and brick, on the Mosque Street in Rameswaram. My austere father used to avoid all inessential comforts and luxuries. However, all necessities were provided for in terms of food, medicine or clothes. In fact, I would say, mine was a very secure childhood, both materially and emotionally.

The Second World War broke out in 1939, when I was eight years old. For reasons I have never been able to understand, a sudden demand...

Questions:

1. (vi) Pick out the words from the passage which mean:

   1. satisfied
   2. free from conflict

   Answer:

   1. satisfied – The word "secure" (in the phrase "very secure childhood") implies satisfaction and contentment.
   2. free from conflict – The word "secure" (in the phrase "very secure childhood, both materially and emotionally") also indicates a state free from conflict or worry.

   Note: Both meanings are derived from the word "secure" as used in the passage.

Section—A (Reading)

1. (i) Where was the author born?

   The passage does not mention the author's birthplace. (Based on the given text, this information is not available.)

2. (ii) Write the sentence from the passage which shows that the author's father was a kind and wise man.

   The provided passage does not contain any sentence describing the author's father. (Information not available in the given text.)

3. (iii) How did the author look in his childhood?

   The passage does not describe the author's childhood appearance. (Not mentioned in the given text.)

4. (iv) What kind of house did the author live in?

   The passage does not describe the author's house. (Information not available.)

5. (v) How can you say that the author's childhood was a happy one?

   The passage does not provide evidence about the author's happiness in childhood. (Not mentioned.)

6. (vi) When did the Second World War start?

   The passage does not mention the Second World War. (Information not available.)

7. (vii) Find out the word from the passage which is opposite of 'cruelty'.

   The passage does not contain a word opposite to 'cruelty'. (Not found in the given text.)

8. (viii) Write the word from the passage which means ‘belonging to forefathers’.

   The passage does not contain such a word. (Not available in the given text.)

Section—B (Writing) (Marks: 5)

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Question 1

You are the Secretary of the Students’ Union of your school. You have been informed that the Principal is going to hold a meeting of the Union but you are out of station. Send an e-mail to your Principal requesting him to postpone the meeting for four days. The e-mail address is principalgssaj@hotmail.com.

Question 2

Write a paragraph in about 60 words with the help of the outlines given below:

Outlines: My favourite hobby — gardening — have an open space in front of my house — developed into garden — go and work there — sometimes clean, dig — water the plants and the grass — grow vegetables and flowers — sit there with family — play — exercise — get fresh air — useful hobby.

OR

Write a paragraph in about 60 words on ‘Importance of Games in School’.

Question 3

The Noble Academy celebrated its 25th anniversary last month. Write a paragraph in about 60 words with the help of the following flowchart on how they celebrated it:

Flowchart: Printed invitation cards and sent them → made a stage and decorated the school → purchased prizes and refreshments → invited chief guest and parents → presented a cultural programme → gave speech and read annual report → gave away prizes → Saraswati prayer and welcome → served refreshments

OR

You saw a poor old man lying on the roadside. He was very sick. Write in about 75 words how you helped him.

SECTION — C

( Grammar )

( Marks : 5 )

6. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verbs given in brackets :

8 × ½ = 4

1. A thief broke (break) into the house last night and stole the jewellery.
2. A kind-hearted person never hurts (hurt) the feelings of others.
3. Sunita found a golden ring while she was walking (walk) in the park.
4. Dr. Sharma has been working (work) in this hospital since 2002.
5. Rajan Singh is (be) our new Secretary.
6. The Board will announce (announce) the result next week.
7. The students are writing (write) articles to be published in the school magazine at this point of time.
8. The passengers had already taken (take) their seats.

7. Fill in the blanks by choosing the most suitable word from the options given in the brackets :

4 × ½ = 2

Wanda Petronski lived in a Boggins Heights where (where / which / when) poor people lived. She always sat in (on / in / at) a corner of the room. She was always quiet even when (when / which / what) the other students teased her. If she did not remain quiet, the students would (would / should / could) tease her more violently.

8. Rearrange the following words and phrases in meaningful sentences :

1. (i) starts / I / you / the match / when / will call.

   Answer: I will call you when the match starts.

2. (ii) help / if / can solve / problem / you / I / this / me.

   Answer: If you help me, I can solve this problem.

9. Rewrite the following sentences by transforming from direct to indirect speech :

4 × 1 = 4

1. (i) Mohit : "Rani, do you like Indian music ?"
   Rani: "Yes, I like it very much."

   Mohit asked Rani if she liked Indian music.

   Rani replied in affirmation that she liked it very much.

2. (ii) Nitu : "Why didn't you call me yesterday ?"
   Salim : "I was busy with my parents."

   Nitu asked Salim why he had not called her the previous day.

   Salim replied that he had been busy with his parents.

0. Complete the following sentences by choosing correct passive form of the verbs given :

2 × 1 = 2

1. The Teachers' Day .......... on 5th of September every year.

   • is celebrated
   • was celebrated
   • will be celebrated
   • are celebrated

   Correct answer: (a) is celebrated

   Explanation: The sentence describes a habitual action (every year), so the simple present passive "is celebrated" is correct.

2. The model question paper ............. by the Board last month.

   • is published
   • was published
   • will be published
   • were published

   Correct answer: (b) was published

   Explanation: The time phrase "last month" indicates a past action, so the simple past passive "was published" is correct.

11. Fill in the blanks with suitable modals given below :

(can, should, must, may, could)

1. Every child must obey his/her parents.
2. Could you lend me your book for a day?
3. The meeting is over, you may go now.
4. We are organising a medical check up camp. Every student should be present.

SECTION — D (Text Book) (Marks: 35)

12. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow :

The days passed peacefully at Basra, but I dreaded the prospect of transporting Mij to England, and to Camusfearna. The British airline to London would not fly animals, so I booked a flight to Paris on another airline, and from there to London. The airline insisted that Mij should be packed into a box not more than eighteen inches square, to be carried on the floor at my feet. I had a box made and an hour before we started, I put Mij into the box so that he should become accustomed to it.

1. What was the author worried about?

   The author was worried about transporting Mij (his otter) to England and then to Camusfearna.

2. Why did the author book a flight to Paris and from there to London?

   The author booked a flight to Paris and then to London because the British airline to London would not fly animals.

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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

"Tea was first drunk in China," Rajvir added, "as far back as 2700 B.C. ! In fact words such as tea ‘chai’ and 'chini' are from Chinese. Tea came to Europe only in the sixteenth century and was drunk more as medicine than as beverage."

The train clattered into Mariani junction. The boys collected their luggage and pushed their way to the crowded platform. Prinjol's parents were waiting for them.

1. (i) "Tea was first drunk in China," who said these words and to whom?

   Answer: Rajvir said these words to Pranjol.

2. (ii) What words for tea are used by the Chinese?

   Answer: The Chinese use the words 'chai' and 'chini' for tea.

3. (iii) When did tea come to Europe?

   Answer: Tea came to Europe only in the sixteenth century.

4. (iv) Write the word from the passage which means ‘a period of hundred years’.

   Answer: The word is 'century'.

Answer any one of the following questions in about 60 words: (4 marks)

1. (i) Draw a character sketch of Valli. (Madam Rides the Bus)

   Solution: Valli was an eight-year-old girl who was very curious and determined. She was deeply fascinated by the bus that passed through her street every day. She saved her pocket money carefully to enjoy a bus ride. She was confident and independent, planning her journey alone. Valli was also observant and sensitive, as seen when she felt sad seeing the dead cow on the road. She was a lively and intelligent child who loved adventure.

2. (ii) Anne Frank had a big and loving family yet she felt herself alone. Explain. (From the Diary of Anne Frank)

   Solution: Although Anne Frank had her parents and sister, she felt emotionally isolated. She believed that her family did not truly understand her inner thoughts and feelings. Anne felt she could not confide in her mother or sister, and her father, though loving, was often busy. This loneliness led her to pour her heart into her diary, which she named 'Kitty', treating it as her only true friend and confidante.

Answer any one of the following questions in about 30-40 words: (3 marks)

1. (i) How can we say that all the three characters in the play were of a quarrelsome nature? (The Proposal)

   Solution: All three characters—Lomov, Natalya, and Chubukov—are quarrelsome. They argue over trivial matters like the ownership of Oxen Meadows and the superiority of their dogs. Instead of resolving issues calmly, they shout, insult each other, and engage in heated disputes, showing their irritable and quarrelsome nature.

2. (ii) Why did Lomov want to get married quickly? (The Proposal)

   Solution: Lomov wanted to get married quickly because he was already 35 years old and felt it was time to settle down. He suffered from palpitations and nervousness, and believed that marriage would bring him a peaceful, regular life. He also thought Natalya was a suitable match as she was a good housekeeper and neighbor.

Section: Poetry Explanation & Short Questions

Question 16: Explain any one of the following stanzas with reference to the context (4 marks)

Question 17: Answer any two of the following questions in about 30-40 words (2×3=6 marks)

8. Answer any one question of the following in not more than 80 words : 5

1. Bholi's teacher played an important role in making Bholi's life. Explain. (Bholi)

   Bholi's teacher was kind, patient, and encouraging. She treated Bholi with love and respect, unlike others who mocked her. She taught Bholi to read and write, gave her confidence, and inspired her to stand up for herself. This transformed Bholi from a timid, stammering girl into a bold and self-reliant woman who could refuse an unfair marriage.

2. What message does the author want to convey through the lesson ‘The Thief's Story'? (The Thief's Story)

   The author conveys that trust and kindness can reform even a hardened criminal. Anil's trust in Hari Singh made him feel guilty and inspired him to change. The story shows that everyone has the potential to become good if given love and a second chance.

9. Answer any one question of the following in not more than 30-40 words : 3

1. Why was the author happy in keeping Tricki in his hospital? (A Triumph of Surgery)

   The author was happy because Tricki, who was overweight and lazy due to overfeeding, became healthy and active after a strict diet and exercise routine at the hospital. The author felt proud of his successful treatment.

2. How did Ebright's mother help him in making him a scientist? (The Making of a Scientist)

   Ebright's mother encouraged his curiosity by taking him on trips, buying him books, and supporting his hobbies. She provided him with materials for experiments and always motivated him to learn, which laid the foundation for his scientific career.

20. Answer any one of the following questions in about 20-25 words : 2

1. How did Griffin make his body as transparent as a sheet of glass? (Footprints without Feet)

   Griffin swallowed a rare drug he had invented that made his body transparent, like glass, by reducing his body's refractive index to that of air.

2. Why did the lawyer go to the town called 'New Mullion'? (The Hack Driver)

   The lawyer went to New Mullion to serve a legal summons to a man named Oliver Lutkins, who was a witness in a court case.