10th English Quarterly Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper & Answer Key
Original Question Paper
Solutions / Answer Key
I. Choose the correct synonym of the word Underlined below
1. The whole family was laughing at his cowardice
2. I hissed in the dark shaking him:
3. He was extremely jealous of me:
II. Choose the correct antonym of the word underlined below
4. We showcased our skills:
5. 'Nothing' he said gruffly:
6. I am glad that we were able to finish it successfully
(Remaining Questions of Part I)
7. Choose the correct plural form of the word from the following. Syllabus
8. Form a derivative by adding the right prefix in the given Sentence. Do not indulge in _______. Practise
Note: The question is likely flawed. The correct word to fit the sentence "Do not indulge in _______" is 'malpractice'. The prefix 'mal-' is not provided as an option.
9. Which of the following is the right expansion of KPO
10. Which of the following phrasal verb is the most suitable for the underlined word. My friends abandoned their bad habits
11. Choose the suitable option to pair it with the word to form compound word: fortune
12. Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositional Phrase given below. The trial was conducted _______ procedure of law.
13. Choose the correct tense form of the verb to sentence. The full moon _______ once a month.
14. Choose the correct modal verb and complete the sentence. _______ we order pizza tonight?
III. Answer any three of the following
15. Why did the seagull fail to fly?
The seagull failed to fly because he was afraid that his small wings would not support him. He feared the vast expanse of the sea beneath him and lacked the courage to make his first flight.
16. What does the word 'Circumnavigation' mean?
'Circumnavigation' means the act of travelling all the way around something, especially the Earth, by sea or in the air.
17. How did the Bodwells react, when a shoe was thrown into their house?
When a shoe was thrown into their house, Mrs. Bodwell turned on her lights. Mr. Bodwell, thinking a burglar was in the house, came downstairs and threw his own shoe at the narrator's door, breaking a window pane.
18. How did Sanyal show that he had a sense of self respect?
Sanyal showed his self-respect by insisting on paying for his lost silver medal when Aditya found it in an antique shop. He did not want to accept it as a gift, thus reclaiming his dignity and honour from his past.
IV. Read the following set of poetic lines and answer any three of the following
19) "And so it were wisest to keep our feet From wandering into complaining street And never to growl, whatever we do Lest we mistaken for Grumblers, too"
a) What does the word 'growl' mean here?
b) What is the wisest thing that the poet suggests?
20) "At last by starvation and famine made bold, All dripping with wet, and all trembling with cold, Away, he set off to a miserly ant,"
a) What made the cricket bold?
b) What kind of ant it is?
21) "The weather is always too hot or cold Summer and winter alike they scold Nothing goes right with the folks you meet Down on that gloomy complaining street"
a) what does the word 'gloomy' mean here?
b) What did they scold?
22) "Not hurrying to, nor turning from the goal, Not mourning for the things disappear."
a) Why do you think the poet is not in a hurry?
b) What should one not mourn for?
V. Answer any three of following questions.
23) Rewrite the following sentence to the other voice: I am playing cricket daily
24) Rewrite the sentence using indirect Speech: Gomathi said to me, "You have not asked me anything"
25) Transform the following sentence into a simple sentence: He Confessed that he was guilty
26) Rearrange the words in the correct order to make a meaningful sentence
a) the orphan/brought up/as/their/own child/was
b) not make/a/prison / Stone walls / do
27) Punctuate the following Sentence: ga ga ga he cried
28. Guide the Stranger who wants to visit the exhibition hall. Guide him to reach the exhibition.
Path:
- Start from your current position ("You are here").
- Go straight ahead.
- Take the first road on your right.
- Walk past the park.
- The Exhibition hall will be on your left.
VI. Answer any two of the following in about 10 lines.
29. Describe the struggles underwent by the young Seagull to overcome its fear of flying.
The young seagull was terrified to fly. His parents and siblings had already flown away, but he remained on the ledge, convinced his wings would fail him. He was starving and watched his family enjoy fish, which maddened him with hunger. They taunted him for his cowardice. Finally, driven by extreme hunger when he saw his mother with a piece of fish, he dived for it. He fell downwards, screamed in terror, but then instinctively opened his wings. He flapped them and found he could fly, soaring joyfully over the sea, his fear finally conquered.
32. Give a detailed account of all thoughts in the narrator's mind while accompanying Aditya.
While accompanying Aditya to his ancestral home, the narrator was filled with nostalgia and a mix of emotions. He recalled his childhood memories of the school, the teashop, and the fields. A particular memory that haunted him was that of Sanyal, a brilliant classmate who was often ridiculed. The narrator felt a sense of guilt for not defending Sanyal. He was curious about the purpose of Aditya's visit, especially the visit to the attic. His mind was occupied with piecing together the past and present, trying to understand Aditya's motives and the connection to the mysterious attic and Sanyal's fate.
VII. Answer any two of the following in utmost 10 lines.
34. Compare and contrast the attitude of the ant and the cricket
The ant and the cricket have contrasting attitudes towards life. The ant is hardworking, responsible, and forward-thinking. It spends the summer working diligently to store food for the winter. In contrast, the cricket is lazy, carefree, and lives only for the moment. It sings and dances all summer, making no provision for the future. When winter arrives, the ant is secure and self-sufficient, while the cricket is starving and helpless, forced to beg for food. The ant represents prudence and hard work, whereas the cricket represents foolishness and lack of foresight.
35. Read the following stanza and answer the questions given below.
On the snow covered ground
Not a flower could he see
Not a leaf on a tree
Oh! what will become, says cricket" of me "?
a) Identify the rhyming words of the above lines.
b) Identify the rhyme scheme of the above lines.
c) Identify the figure of speech employed in the second line.
d) Pick out the alliterating words from the fifth line.
36. Paraphrase the following stanza.
A symbol of power and strength
She puts her life at stake
She's real and she's not fake
The poet says that a woman possesses natural, inborn beauty. She is an emblem of both power and strength. She is courageous and often risks her own life for others. Her character is genuine and authentic; she is not deceitful or artificial.
VIII. Answer any one of the following:
37. Rearrange the following sentences in Coherent order
i) He took care of the orderliness in the clinic
ii) Zigzag was of a great trouble in the house
iii) Krishnan was surprised of the sudden change in zigzag
iv) Gone was zigzag's bored and grumpy expression
v) Dr. Krishnan took him to his clinic.
38. Read the following passage and answer the question that follow.
Then he lifted his helpless old mother to his back and started on his painful journey up the mountain. The road was long and steep; the narrow road was crossed and recrossed by many paths made by the hunters and wood cutters. In some place, they lost and confused, but the gave no heed. One path or another, it mattered not. On he went, climbing blindly upward over upward towards the high bare summit of what is known as Obatsuyama, the mountain of abandoning of the aged
1. How did he carry his mother?
2. How was the road?
3. How was the journey?
4. What is the name of the Summit?
5. What does the word Ubatsuyama 'mean?
IX. Answer any four of the following
39. Prepare an attractive advertisement using the hints given below. (Ram silks - all varieties latest collections - low cost-authorised silk show room - festival offer-good customer service 244, Nehru Street, Erode-6)
RAM SILKS
Your Destination for Exquisite Silk Sarees!
Explore our latest collections of all varieties of silk.
GRAND FESTIVAL OFFER!
Unbelievable low cost at our authorised silk show room.
Experience our world-class customer service.
Visit us at: 244, Nehru Street, Erode - 6.
40. Write a letter to the inspector of police, complaining about the loss of your bicycle.
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your City, Pincode]
[Date]
The Inspector of Police,
[Police Station Name/Area],
[City, Pincode].
Subject: Complaint regarding the loss of a bicycle.
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am writing to report the theft of my bicycle. On [Date], at around [Time], I parked my bicycle in front of [Location, e.g., the public library on M.G. Road]. When I returned after an hour, I found it missing.
My bicycle is a [Brand Name] model, [Colour] in colour. It has the following identification marks: [mention any sticker, dent, or special feature]. The frame number is [Frame Number, if known].
I request you to kindly register my complaint and take the necessary action to trace my bicycle. I have attached a copy of the purchase receipt for your reference.
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours faithfully,
[Your Signature]
[Your Name]
43. Make notes or summary of the following passage.
Notes
1. Tamil Nadu (TN) - Location & History
a. SE part of Indian Peninsula
b. Previously part of Madras province
c. 4000+ yrs of cultural history
2. Culture & Heritage
a. Remarkable temple architecture
b. Living tradition of music, dance, folk & fine arts
3. Tourist Attractions
a. Temple towns & heritage sites
b. Hill stations, waterfalls, nat'l parks
c. Local cuisine & wildlife
4. Tourism Industry
a. Largest in India
b. 16% annual growth (2015)
c. Most popular state for tourism
i. Domestic arrivals: 335.5 million
ii. Foreign arrivals: 4.68 million (highest in India)
Summary
Tamil Nadu, a state in southeastern India with over 4,000 years of cultural history, was formerly part of the Madras province. It is renowned for its remarkable temple architecture, vibrant traditions of music and arts, and diverse attractions like heritage sites, hill stations, and national parks. As India's largest tourism industry with a 16% growth rate in 2015, it is the most popular tourist destination. It attracted 335.5 million domestic tourists and the highest number of foreign tourists in the country at 4.68 million, making it a prime location for tourism.
44. Identify and Correct the errors in the following sentences.
a) Please give me a green colour shirt
b) Kiran went to abroad last week.
c) Sathish is either a cricket player nor a football player
d) This is a worst example of idleness.
e) I have great confidence on you.
45. Quote from memory. From: So let the ......... To: .......... of the quest
So let the way wind up the hill or down,
O’er rough or smooth, the journey will be joy:
Still seeking what I sought when but a boy,
New friendship, high adventure, and a crown,
My heart will keep the courage of the quest,
46. Write a paragraph of about 150 words by developing the following hints.
(b) China faces-war-king ordered one man from the family take part war- Mulan - wears armour - sword-goes for war-disguised man shows her talen - won the battle-incharge of the team disease the doctor found her as woman opposed chaos of war again-she defeats -the enemy the king happy sends her home-with gifts.
The Legend of Mulan
When ancient China faced the threat of war, the Emperor ordered that one man from every family must join the army. In the family of Fa, the only man was Mulan's elderly and frail father. To save him, Mulan disguised herself as a man, wearing armour and carrying a sword, and took his place in the army. She was a brave and skilled warrior, showing immense talent and courage on the battlefield. Her bravery led her to win many battles, and she was eventually put in charge of her team. However, during the war, she fell ill. When the doctor treated her, her true identity as a woman was revealed. Despite the chaos and opposition from some soldiers, her commander recognized her value. When the enemy attacked again, Mulan led the army to a decisive victory, defeating the enemy and saving her country. The Emperor was overjoyed and offered her a high position, but Mulan only wished to return home. The king happily sent her home with many precious gifts, and she was celebrated as a national hero.
47. a. Read the following paragraph and answer the questions, given below
Elephants are considered keystone and umbrella species as they play a key role within the environment that they live in. As elephants live in herds and require large habitable areas, they tend to change the surroundings atmosphere from forests to grasslands and help to disburse the seeds in an ecosystem that has no natural means of pollinating the area. An elephant requires around 100 litres of water everyday. Therefore the elephants in dry zones and dry seasons, dig holes in riverbeds in order to collect water and help sustain for other species as well. The elephant's habit of clearing the path they roam has acted as natural buffer zones when forest fire takes place.
1. What are the elephants considered as?
2. How many liters of water does an elephant require every day?
3. Where do they dig holes to collect water?
4. What acts as buffer zones during the forest fires?
b. Read the following poem and answer the questions given below
I know what the caged bird feels, at last
When the sun is bright on the up landscape,
When the wind stairs soft through the spring grass,
And the river flows like a stream of glass.
When the first bird sings and the first bud opes,, And
the faint perfume from its chalice steals-
I know what the caged bird feels.
a) where did the wind stir?
b) What does 'opes' mean?
c) How does the river flow?
d) Suggest a suitable title for the poem?