10th English Quarterly Exam 2024 Answer Key (Ariyalur District)
PART - I (Synonyms, Antonyms, Grammar)
Choose the appropriate synonyms for the underlined words: (1-3)
1. Maya tried to squirt water from a small water pistol
2. The attic has always been favourite with children
3. He soared higher
Choose the appropriate antonyms for the underlined words. (4-6)
4. The steps had ceased
5. The little seagulls were dozing
6. He nerves seemed overwrought
Grammar & Vocabulary (7-14)
7. Choose the correct plural form of 'child'
8. Attach a suitable prefix to the word "Legal"
9. The common expansion of 'IIT'
10. Complete the following sentence with the most appropriate phrasal verb given below: The crew ________ of water and food before they could complete their expedition.
11. Choose the suitable option for 'sea' to form a “compound word”.
12. Fill in blank with the most appropriate 'preposition'. I was duke _____ Milan.
13. Complete the following sentence using the most appropriate 'tense form' of the verb. She ________ since morning
14. Choose the most appropriate linker from the options. ________ he was poor, he was happy and content.
PART - II
Section - 1 (Prose)
15. What did Aditya offer sanyal?
16. Mention the special features of INSU Tarini.
17. Why did Herman and author slam the doors?
18. Why did the seagull fail to fly?
Section - II (Poetry)
19. My heart will keep the courage of the quest. And hope the road's last turn will be the best.
a) What kind of quest does the poet seek here?
Answer: The poet seeks a courageous quest throughout his life's journey.b) What is the poet's hope?
Answer: The poet's hope is that the final part of his life's journey will be the most fulfilling and best part.20. They growl at that and they growl at this; what ever comes, there is something amiss:
a) What does the word 'growl' mean here?
Answer: 'Growl' here means to complain or grumble in a dissatisfied manner.b) Why do they find everything amiss?
Answer: They find everything amiss because they have a pessimistic and complaining nature, always finding faults in everything.21. The summer of life she's ready to see in spring she says, "Spring will come again, my dear."
a) What does the word summer mean here?
Answer: 'Summer' here symbolizes the prime, joyful, and best period of a woman's life.b) What does she mean by "sprig will come again?"
Answer: It means that even after hardships (winter), new opportunities and happy times (spring) will return, signifying hope and resilience.22. At last by starvation and famine made bold. All dripping with wet, and all trembling with cold.
a) What made the cricket bold?
Answer: Starvation and famine made the cricket bold enough to seek help from the ant.b) Why did the cricket drip and tremble?
Answer: The cricket was dripping with wet and trembling with cold because it was caught in the harsh winter rain without any shelter.Section - III (Grammar)
23. Rewrite the following sentence to other voice : We were crossing the Tasman sea.
24. Rewrite using indirect speech: "What was the matter with that one polize man?" Mother asked.
25. Punctuate the following sentence: O my young gentlemen said Ariel
26. Combine the following sentence into a simple sentence: I saw a tiger. It was wounded.
27. Rearrange the words in the correct order to make meaningful sentences.
a) if / study / marks / a / you / will/well/good/get
Answer: If you study well, you will get good marks.b) there / often / with / problems/ mobile phones / a / are / lot of.
Answer: There are often a lot of problems with mobile phones.SECTION -IV
28. You are near the market. A stranger asks you to direct him to the museum. Give instructions to help him.
1. Go straight along Vedha Street until you reach NH Road.
2. Cross NH Road and continue straight onto Mount Road.
3. Walk past the mall on your left.
4. The museum will be on your right, just after the mall.
PART - III
Section - I (Prose Paragraphs)
29. Describe the struggles underwent by the young seagull to overcome its fear of flying.
Other long-answer questions (30, 31, 32) require detailed paragraphs based on textbook lessons.
Section - II (Poetry Paragraphs)
35. Read the following stanza and answer the question given below :
The weather is always too hot or cold;
Summer and winter alike they scold
Nothing goes right with the folks you meet
Down on the gloomy complaining street.
i) Pick out the rhyming words from the above lines.
Answer: cold - scold, meet - street.ii) Write the rhyme scheme of the above lines
Answer: aabb.iii) Identify the figure of speech employed in the 1st line.
Answer: Antithesis (using opposite ideas 'hot' and 'cold').iv) Pick out the alliterating words in the 2nd line.
Answer: Summer - scold.36. Paraphrase the following stanza.
They growl at the rain and they growl at the sun in fact, their growling is never done. And if everything pleased them, there isn't a doubt. They'd growl the they'd nothing to grumble about!
Section - III (Supplementary)
37. Rearrange the following sentences in coherent order (The Tempest)
- iii) Prospero set Ferdinand to do severe task in order to test his love for Miranda.
- iv) Ferdinand and Miranda started loving each other.
- v) To get back his Dukedom, he wanted Miranda to get married to Ferdinand.
- i) He felt that it was his duty as a father towards his daughter.
- ii) He also begged Ferdinand's forgiveness for treating him badly.
38. Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. (Zigzag)
i) Were they able to stop zigzag from snoring?
Answer: No, they were not able to stop Zigzag from snoring.ii) Where did they shut themselves?
Answer: They shut themselves in the bedroom that was furthest away from Mrs. Krishnan's studio.iii) What was Mrs. Krishnan trying to do?
Answer: Mrs. Krishnan was trying to unravel a roll of cotton wool to stuff in her ears.iv) Who is Lakshmi?
Answer: Lakshmi is their maid.v) How did Lakshmi scream?
Answer: Lakshmi shrieked as if she had been electrocuted.SECTION - IV (Creative Writing)
This section requires creative writing. Model answers are provided below.
39. Prepare an attractive advertisement using the hints given below. (Raj Apparels - Aadi sale - 40% - special combo offers - Buy one Get one - west street - Rayampuram - Madurai.)
🎉 RAJ APPARELS - AADI THALLUBADI! 🎉
FLAT 40% OFF ON EVERYTHING!
✨ Special Combo Offer: BUY 1, GET 1 FREE! ✨
Hurry! Rush to our store and revamp your wardrobe with the latest trends at unbelievable prices. Offer valid for a limited time only!
📍 Visit us at: West Street, Rayapuram, Madurai.
42. Look at the following picture and express your views on it in about five sentences.
43. Make note or write a summary of the following passage. (Dragon tales)
Summary:
Dragon stories are prevalent across many cultures, from the Americas to Asia. While their exact origin is unknown, ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Sumerians described flying serpents. The word 'dragon' originates from the Greek 'Draconta,' meaning 'to watch,' reflecting their role as guardians of treasure. Dragons are depicted in various forms—some with wings, some without, some breathing fire—and inhabit diverse locations from oceans to mountains.
SECTION - V
44. Identify the errors in the following sentences and rewrite them correctly.
a) I bought an book this morning.
Correct: I bought a book this morning.b) The ship with its crew were drowned.
Correct: The ship with its crew was drowned.c) He is angry on me.
Correct: He is angry with me.d) I prefer coffee than tea.
Correct: I prefer coffee to tea.e) One of the boys are missing.
Correct: One of the boys is missing.45. Quote from memory: A woman .......... to see in spring
A symbol of power and strength.
She puts her life at stake,
She's real, she's not fake!
The summer of life she's ready to see in spring.
46. Write a paragraph of about 150 words by developing the following hints (a) Mulan.
47. a) Read the following paragraph and answer the questions given below. (NTPC)
a) What did NTPC plan to establish?
Answer: NTPC planned to establish a 2,000 MW thermal power plant at Cheyyur.b) When did the meeting take place between the managers of TNEB and NTPC?
Answer: The meeting took place on November 30.c) How long did it take to complete the project?
Answer: It took three years to complete the project.d) What was the role of the government of Tamil Nadu in this project?
Answer: The role of the Tamil Nadu Government was to provide the land and a No Objection Certificate from the Environment Department.47. b) Read the poem and answer the questions below. (Caged Bird)
a) Where did the wind stir?
Answer: The wind stirred through the springing grass.b) What does 'opes' mean?
Answer: 'Opes' means 'opens'.c) How does the river flow?
Answer: The river flows like a stream of glass.d) suggest a suitable title for the poem.
Answer: A suitable title would be "The Caged Bird's Song" or "A Longing for Freedom".