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

SECONDARY EXAMINATION, 2013

ENGLISH

Time: 3¼ Hours

Maximum Marks: 80

No. of Questions: 20

No. of Printed Pages: 1

Roll No.: _______________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO THE EXAMINEES:

1. Candidates must first write their Roll Nos. on the question paper compulsorily.
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:

By instinct, most parents love and care for their children. Yet, very often, their expectations and ambitions put too much pressure on the children. When children cannot reach the level of their parent's ambition, they can suffer from tremendous frustration and stress. This may lead to drug experimentation and other related behaviours as a way of avoiding the realities of the situation.

From the beginning, children should be allowed to develop in their own natural, happy way within the control of parental love, guidance and care and without too much pressure. A change of some conventional parental attitudes may help to prevent many cases of drug dependence and other adolescent problems.

We should also understand our parental responsibilities to the world environment. Remember that the living space of this world is limited and we must have enough space for our future generations to live happily.

1. What is the basic nature of parents towards their children?

   By instinct, most parents love and care for their children.

2. Why are the children under pressure due to parents?

   Children are under pressure because parents' expectations and ambitions put too much pressure on them.

3. What are the various problems children suffer from?

   Children suffer from tremendous frustration, stress, drug experimentation, and other related behaviours.

4. How should the children be developed from the beginning?

   Children should be allowed to develop in their own natural, happy way within the control of parental love, guidance and care and without too much pressure.

5. What should we remember as a parent?

   We should remember that the living space of this world is limited and we must have enough space for our future generations to live happily.

6. Find out from the passage the word which means 'starting'.

   The word is "beginning" (from the phrase "From the beginning").

7. Give the word from the passage which is opposite of 'conventional'.

   The opposite word is "natural" (as in "their own natural, happy way").

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

(i) What service has Pandit Ravi Shankar done for the country?

(ii) What title has Pandit Ravi Shankar earned for promoting Indian music?

SECTION — A (Reading)

7. (vii) Find from the passage the word which is opposite to 'वप्रा'.

   Answer: The opposite word is not clearly identifiable from the given text. The passage content is missing, so the antonym cannot be determined.

8. (viii) Write the word from the passage which means 'singing in a group'.

   Answer: The word is not available as the passage is not provided in the text.

SECTION — B (Writing)

Marks: 5

3. Write a letter or an e-mail as directed:

4. Write a paragraph in about 60 words with the help of the outlines given below : 4

Outlines: Annual Prize — Friday — chief guest — welcome song — report — cultural programme — prize distribution — shields — best in all — speech — National Anthem — cup of tea.

OR

Write a paragraph on 'My Parents' in about 60 words. 4

Write a paragraph in about 75 words on the natural scene given in the picture : 6

(Picture description not provided in text. Write a paragraph based on the image shown in the exam.)

OR

Once, your mother was not at home. Suddenly some guests came to your house. Write in about 75 words how you welcomed and entertained the guests. 6

SECTION — C

(Grammar)

Marks : 5

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

(½ × 5 = 2½ marks)

1. They are watching (watch) a very interesting film now.
2. My husband likes (like) tea for breakfast.
3. Many foreign birds come (come) to India these days.
4. She has written (write) twenty plays so far.
5. I got (get) a letter from him ten days ago.
6. Look! It is raining (rain) now.
7. Every winter our school goes (go) on a trip.
8. Rohit has been learning (learn) Urdu for five years.

7. Put the most suitable words in the spaces to complete the following sentences choosing from the brackets given against each space:

(½ × 4 = 2 marks)

The moon was coming up in the east, behind (at / over / behind) me and the stars were shining in (over / in / under) the clear sky above me. There wasn't a cloud in the sky. I was happy to be alone high up above the sleeping countryside. I thought about my father who (who / which / whom) always supported me so that I might (must / shall / might) fulfil his dreams to become the best pilot.

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

1. (i) Flowers are not only beautiful and sweet smelling but also very useful.
2. (ii) Most people prefer to go to Vaishno Devi on foot.

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

(i)

(ii)

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

1. (A) Ramayana (b) was written by Tulsidas.

   Explanation: The sentence is in past tense and passive voice. "Was written" is the correct passive form for singular subject "Ramayana".

2. (B) The sale of tickets for the show (c) will start from next week.

   Explanation: The sentence refers to a future action. "Will start" is the correct active form (not passive) as the sale itself starts. Option (d) "is started" is incorrect because it is passive and doesn't fit the context.

Fill in the blanks with suitable modals given below:

(can, should, may, might, must, could)

1. He could swim very well in his youth.
2. You are not well at all. You must see a doctor at once.
3. Work hard lest you should fail.
4. He is working hard so that he may win a scholarship.

SECTION — D (Text Book) (Marks: 35)

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

Gautama Buddha (563 BC – 483 BC) began life as a prince named Siddhartha Gautama in northern India. At twelve, he was sent away for schooling in the Hindu sacred scriptures and four years later he returned home to marry a princess. They had a son and lived for ten years as befitted royalty. At about the age of twenty five, the Prince, heretofore shielded from the sufferings of the world, while out hunting chanced upon a sick man, then an aged man, then a funeral procession and finally a monk begging for alms.

1. (i) What was Gautama Buddha's name as a Prince?

   Gautama Buddha's name as a prince was Siddhartha Gautama.

2. (ii) For what kind of schooling was Gautama Buddha sent for?

   He was sent for schooling in the Hindu sacred scriptures.

3. (iii) What kind of sufferings did Gautama Buddha face while out for hunting?

   While out hunting, he chanced upon a sick man, then an aged man, then a funeral procession, and finally a monk begging for alms.

4. (iv) Find out the opposite of 'happiness' from the given passage.

   The opposite of 'happiness' in the passage is sufferings.

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

When she entered her house she found her mother awake and talking to one of Valli's aunts, the one from South Street. This aunt was a real chatterbox, never closing her mouth once she started talking.

"And where have you been ?" said her aunt when Valli came in. She spoke very casually, not expecting a reply. So Valli just smiled, and her mother and aunt went on with their conversation.

"Yes you are right." Her mother said, "so many things in our midst and in the world outside. How can we possibly know about everything ?"

1. (i) What was her mother doing when Valli entered the house ?

   When Valli entered the house, her mother was awake and talking to one of Valli's aunts from South Street.

2. (ii) What kind of a lady was the aunt who was talking to her mother ?

   The aunt was a real chatterbox, meaning she talked a lot and never closed her mouth once she started speaking.

3. (iii) What did her aunt ask Valli when she came in ?

   When Valli came in, her aunt asked her, "And where have you been ?" She spoke very casually, not expecting a reply.

4. (iv) Which word in the passage gives the meaning of 'talk between two people' ?

   The word "conversation" in the passage gives the meaning of 'talk between two people'.

Answer any one of the following questions in about 60 words :

(i) Explain the first flight of young seagull when his mother tricked him for the fish food. ( His First Flight )

OR

(ii) Where did Wanda sit in the classroom and why ? ( The Hundred Dresses )

Answer the following question in about 30 - 40 words :

(i) Draw a character sketch of Natalya. (The Proposal)

OR

(ii) The cause of the dispute was the 'Oxen Meadows'. Comment. (The Proposal)

6. Explain any one of the following stanzas with reference to the context:

7. Answer any two of the following questions in about 30-40 words:

(2 × 3 = 6 marks)

1. (i) Why is the dragon considered as a 'cowardly dragon'? (The Tale of Custard the Dragon)

   Custard the dragon is called a coward because he always cries for a safe cage and is afraid of everything. Unlike Belinda's other pets who boast about their bravery, Custard shows fear. However, when a pirate attacks, Custard bravely fights and eats him, proving his true courage.

2. (ii) What does the boy learn from the loss of the ball in the poem? (The Ball Poem)

   The boy learns that loss is a part of life and that he must accept it. The ball symbolizes his childhood and innocence. Through this loss, he understands that some things cannot be replaced, and he must grow up and face the reality of losing things forever.

3. (iii) How does Amanda behave in the poem throughout? (Amanda)

   Amanda is a young girl who is constantly scolded by her parents for her mistakes. She behaves in a dreamy and rebellious manner, imagining herself in a peaceful world of mermaids and orphans. She does not respond to her parents' instructions but instead escapes into her own fantasies to avoid their nagging.

20.

Answer any one question of the following in about 80 words:

1. (i) Discuss the role of Bholi's teacher in changing her entire life. (Bholi)

   Bholi's teacher played a transformative role in her life. She treated Bholi with kindness and patience, unlike others who mocked her. The teacher encouraged her to speak, gave her confidence, and taught her to read and write. She made Bholi feel valued and capable. When Bholi was forced into a bad marriage, the teacher's lessons gave her the courage to refuse and stand up for herself. Thus, the teacher turned a timid, neglected girl into a confident, self-reliant woman.

2. (ii) Give a character sketch of Matilda. (The Necklace)

   Matilda Loisel was a beautiful but discontented woman who dreamed of wealth and luxury. She was proud and felt she was born for a life of elegance. Her dissatisfaction with her modest life led her to borrow a necklace for a party, which she lost. This loss forced her into ten years of poverty and hard work. Through her suffering, she became practical and resilient, but also learned the harsh lesson of pride and the value of honesty. Her character shows the dangers of vanity and unrealistic desires.

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

1. (i) What are the aspects that a scientist should possess? (The Making of a Scientist)

   A scientist should possess curiosity, a sharp mind, patience, and the ability to work hard. They must be dedicated to their experiments, learn from failures, and have a passion for discovery. These qualities help in making significant contributions to science.

2. (ii) According to Hari Singh, what would be the reaction of Anil when he found the money stolen? (The Thief's Story)

   Hari Singh thought Anil would feel sad, not because of the money, but because of the loss of trust. Anil would be hurt that someone he trusted had betrayed him. This guilt made Hari return the money.

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

1. (i) Why was the invisible man wandering in the streets? (Footprints without Feet)

   The invisible man was wandering in the streets because he had become homeless and was trying to find shelter and food after his experiments made him invisible.

2. (ii) What steps were taken by Mrs. Pumphrey when she found Tricki a little sick? (A Triumph of Surgery)

   Mrs. Pumphrey overfed Tricki with rich food, gave him extra treats, and stopped his exercise. She also called the vet, who advised a strict diet and rest.