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Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the ENGLISH COMMUNICATIVE - Code No. 101 SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER CLASS-X-(2025-26) Time allowed: 3 Hrs. Maximum Marks: 80 General Instructions Read the following instructions carefully and follow them: i. This question paper has 12 questions. All questions are compulsory. ii. This question paper contains three sections: Section A: Reading Skills, Section B: Writing Skills Section C: Grammar Section D: Literature. iii. Attempt all questions based on specific instructions for each part. Write the correct question number and part thereof in your answer sheet. iv. Separate instructions are given with each question/part, wherever necessary. v. Adhere to the prescribed word limit while answering the questions. SECTION A: READING SKILLS (22 marks)
1. Read the following passage carefully: 12 1 2 3 Remote, icy and mostly pristine, Greenland plays an outsized role in the daily weather experienced by billions of people and in the climate changes taking shape all over the planet. Think of Greenland as an open refrigerator door or thermostat for a warming world, and it’s in a region that is warming four times faster than the rest of the globe, said New York University climate scientist David Holland. Locked inside are valuable rare earth minerals needed for telecommunications, as well as uranium, billions of untapped barrels of oil and a vast supply of natural gas that used to be inaccessible but is becoming less so. Many of the same minerals are currently being supplied mostly by an Asian country, so other countries are interested. But more than the oil, gas or minerals, there’s ice — a “ridiculous” amount, said climate scientist Eric Rignot. If that ice melts, it would reshape coastlines across the globe and potentially shift weather patterns in a dramatic manner. Greenland holds enough ice that if it all melts, the world’s seas would rise by 24 feet. Since 1992, Greenland has lost about 182 billion tons of ice each year, with losses hitting 489 billion tons a year in 2019. Greenland will be ‘a key focus point’ through the 21st century because of the effect its melting ice sheet will have on sea levels, said Mark Serreze, director of the National Snow and Ice Data Center. “It will likely become a bigger contributor in the future.” That impact is perhaps unstoppable. Greenland is also changing colour as it melts from the white of ice, which reflects sunlight, heat and energy away from the planet, to the blue and green of the ocean and land, which absorb much more energy.
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Greenland also serves as the engine and on/off switch for a key ocean current that influences Earth’s climate in many ways, including hurricane and winter storm activity. It’s called the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, or AMOC, and it’s slowing down because more fresh water is being dumped into the ocean by melting ice in Greenland. A shutdown of the AMOC conveyor belt is a much-feared climate tipping point that could plunge Europe and parts of North America into prolonged freezes. “If this global current system were to slow substantially or even collapse altogether — as we know it has done in the past — normal temperature and precipitation patterns around the globe would change drastically,” said climate scientist Jennifer Francis of the Woodwell Climate Research Center. “Agriculture would be derailed, ecosystems would crash, and ‘normal’ weather would be a thing of the past.” None of that takes into consideration the unique look of the ice-covered island that has some of the Earth’s oldest rocks. “I see it as insanely beautiful. It’s eye-watering to be there,” said Holland, who has conducted research on the ice more than 30 times since 2007. “Pieces of ice the size of the Empire State Building are just crumbling off cliffs and crashing into the ocean. And also, the beautiful wildlife, all the seals and the killer whales. It’s just breathtaking.” 515 words / Adapted from The Hindu (Environment - January 08, 2025 post) Answer the following questions, based on the passage above. I Why is Greenland referred to as^ ‘an open refrigerator door or thermostat for a warming world’? (Paragraph 1) a) It controls global temperatures directly like a thermostat. b) It is warming at the same rate as the rest of the globe. c) It plays a critical role in influencing global weather and climate patterns. d) It experiences warming but has limited influence on global weather patterns.
II Complete the following with the correct option from those given in the brackets. In the line 'Greenland plays an outsized role...', the word 'outsized' indicates ____ (an unusually large impact or importance / a role that exceeds expectations or norms / a disproportionate influence compared to its size). (Paragraph 1)
III Give two reasons why^ ‘other countries’^ might be^ interested in Greenland’s rare earth minerals and resources. Answer in 30-40 words. (Paragraph 2)
IV What does Eric Rignot mean by^ ‘ridiculous’^ in the phrase^ ‘a ridiculous amount’? (Paragraph 2) Select the correct option to complete the answer. It means that the ice is ____. a) unnecessary and excessive b) vast and overwhelming in quantity. c) beyond what scientists can measure. d) challenging to fully comprehend.
Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the Answer the following questions, based on your reading of the above information. I. Why is the tag 'A^ Hub for^ Livestock^ Trading' suitable for the Nagaur fair^ instead of ‘Colourful Celebrations’?
II. Complete the following with the correct option. The Nagaur Fair is held ____. a) quarterly b) once in two years c) annually d) twice in a year
III. State which of the following is True. a) Chand Baori is referred to as ‘Abha Nagri’. b) Chand Baori is a recent construction. c) Chand Baori is an ancient stepwell.
IV. What does the writer wish to convey by stating that the Abhaneri Festival^ ‘has gained immense popularity among tourists’?
V. What might be the most likely reason for the lavish decorations of animals at the Nagaur Fair? a) To celebrate the cultural heritage of Rajasthan. b) To attract buyers and showcase the animals for trading. c) To compete for the best-decorated animal. d) To honour the animals as part of a religious ritual.
VI. Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option from those given in the brackets. The Mirchi Bazaar is most likely an attraction at the Nagaur Fair because it provides a platform for ____ (tourists and organisers / farmers and traders) to display an essential spice.
VII. If the Nagaur Fair highlights trading as its primary focus, what does the Abhaneri Festival most likely focus on? a) Promoting local agriculture b) Encouraging community interaction c) Celebrating historical heritage d) Showcasing regional culture
VIII What might be the most likely reason why the Nagaur Fair spans across four days while the Abhaneri Festival ends in two days?
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SECTION B
WRITING SKILLS (22 marks) All the names and addresses used in the questions are fictitious. Resemblance, if any, is purely coincidental.
3. Write an application, in not more than 50 words, requesting permission to use the school transport to attend a tree plantation volunteering event. You are Lakshit Pandey, Class X-C, Vice-President, Ecology Club. 1x3= 4. Write a factual description of your favourite gadget in not more than 100 words, highlighting its key features and functionalities. 1x4= 5. Attempt any one of the two, (A) or (B), in 120 words 1x7= A. The digital divide refers to the gap between those who have access to technology, such as the internet and digital devices, and those who do not. This disparity has significantly impacted education, especially for students from marginalised segments, by limiting their ability to access online resources and virtual classes. As Sakshi Tripathi, 120 Kailash Nagar, Batanpur, write a letter to the editor of a national daily highlighting the issue, its effects on students and teachers, and suggesting practical measures to bridge this gap. Use your own ideas along with those from MCB Unit 2: Education, to write this letter. OR B. India is home to a rich geological heritage, with unique landforms and rock formations like the Lonar Crater, Bhimbetka Rock Shelters etc. that hold immense scientific, educational, and cultural value. However, these sites often face neglect, vandalism, and lack of proper conservation efforts. As Tanush of 63, Lajpat Nagar, Agra, write a letter to the editor of a national daily highlighting the importance of preserving India's geological heritage, the challenges it faces, and suggesting measures to protect and promote these natural treasures. Use your own ideas along with those from MCB Unit 4 E: Environment – Geological Heritage, to write this letter. 6. Attempt any one of the two, (A) or (B), in 150 words 1x8= A Imagine you are Vitthal K of class X. Write an article for your school magazine on the topic ‘Achieving Holistic Wellness: The Key to a Happy Life,’ emphasising the role of physical health, mental well-being, and positive lifestyle habits and natural remedies. Explain how these factors contribute to a balanced and fulfilling life, and suggest practical steps for incorporating them into daily routines. You may use your own ideas along with the given cues and your reading of MCB Unit 1: Health and Wellness holistic wellness - key aspects - simple habits can improve overall wellness - actionable ways needed to integrate wellness into everyday routines
Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the 9. Do as^ directed.^ 1 + 2^ = I Rearrange the following jumbled words/phrases in the given dialogue to create a meaningful sentence. RAVI: Priya! Tell me about Orissa. I've always been curious about your state's culture and traditions. PRIYA: (i) for our / in the eastern / is a beautiful / state / temple architecture/ rich heritage, part of India / and we are known / vibrant festivals / Orissa / and exquisite
II. Report the^ conversation given below by filling in the blanks to complete the following paragraph. Aanya: Hey, Rohan! Did you hear about the new discovery in space announcement yesterday? Rohan: I heard about finding a planet with water vapour in its atmosphere! Anya asked Rohan (i) ___________. Rohan exclaimed (ii) __________ in its atmosphere. Then, Aanya added that the new planet was in the ‘habitable zone’ with life-supporting conditions.
SECTION D: LITERATURE TEXTBOOK (26 MARKS)
10. Read the given extract and answer the questions briefly, for any two extracts, of the three, given.
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A. "I thought you picked fruit for a living," I said. "We do many things, sir," Nicola answered seriously. He glanced at us hopefully. "Often we show visitors through the town ... to Juliet's tomb ... and other places of interest." Alright, "I smiled. "You take us along." As we made the rounds, my interest was again provoked by their remarkable demeanour. They were childish enough, and in many ways quite artless. Jacopo was as lively as a squirrel. Nicola's smile was steady and engaging. Yet in both these boyish faces there was a seriousness which was far beyond their years. (Two Gentlemen of Verona) I What might have been the most likely tone of the statement in ‘I thought you picked fruit for a living…’?
II Why did Nicola glance hopefully at the narrator? 1 III What does the boys' willingness to engage in multiple tasks reveal about their attitude toward life?
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B. “My name is Ozymandias, king of kings: Look upon my works, ye Mighty, and despair!" Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away. (Ozymandias) I How does the phrase ‘king of kings’ reflect Ozymandias’ perception of himself? 1 II What does the line ‘Look upon my works, ye Mighty, and despair!’ imply about Ozymandias’ intentions for future rulers?
III How does the imagery of^ ‘boundless and bare’^ and^ ‘lone and level sands’^ challenge Ozymandias’ boast?
IV What message does the phrase “Nothing beside remains” convey about human ambition?
C. MRS. JORDAN: What bureau was that, Father? ABEL: Why, my bureau the one I bought MRS. JORDAN: (pointing to the bureau) Was it that one. Father? ABEL: Ah, that's it. What's it doing here? Eh? (A pause. The clock on the mantelpiece strikes six. Everyone looks at it.) Drat me if that isn't my clock too! What the devil's been going on in this house? (A slight pause.) BEN: Well, I'll be hanged. MRS. JORDAN: I'll tell you what's been going on in this house. Father. Nothing short of robbery. MRS. SLATER: Be quiet, Elizabeth. MRS. JORDAN: (rising) I’ll not be quiet. Oh, I call it double-faced. HENRY: Now now, Elizabeth. MRS. JORDAN: And you, too. Are you such a poor creature that you must do every dirty thing she tells you? MRS. SLATER: (rising) Remember where you are, Elizabeth. HENRY: (rising) Come, come. No quarrelling. (The Dear Departed) I What does the dialogue between Mrs. Jordan and Mrs. Slater reveal about their relationship?
II What is Mrs. Jordan implying^ about Henry^ when she says, "And you, too. Are you such a poor creature that you must do every dirty thing she tells you?"
