CBSE Class 10 English 2022 — Set 3

Questions in this 2022 English paper (Set 3)

All 7 questions from this set, exactly as asked. Try each one, then open the question-paper PDF above for the complete paper.

1. 1 (i).
   How is sand a 'treasure-trove'?
2. 1 (ii).
   How is sand both a pain and a pleasure?
3. 1 (iii).
   Name two man-made materials that contain sand.
4. 1 (iv).
   List the different shapes of sand.
5. 1 (v).
   What is the origin of white sand?
6. 1 (vi).
   In what ways are older granules different from recent granules?
7. 2 (i).
   Under what conditions does a natural spring emerge?
8. 2 (ii).
   What is a confined aquifer?
9. 2 (iii).
   What forms a flowing artesian well?
10. 2 (iv).
    Explain the term 'purified' water.
11. 2 (v).
    How are pathogens treated?
12. 2 (vi).
    Why is municipal water treated by chlorination?
13. 3 (i).
    You are Sujata/Sudhir, Secretary of the Student Council, Nav Vihar Public School, Mumbai. You are planning an excursion to Jim Corbett National Park for students. Write a letter to the Director, Tourism Department, Jim Corbett National Park, enquiring about a package for 100 students which would include transportation, sightseeing, boarding and lodging for 4 nights. (5 marks)
14. 3 (ii).
    School authorities and parents have realized the benefits of encouraging their children to play and participate in sports. The age-old myth that academics is the only foundation for a successful career has been replaced. Write a paragraph in not more than 120 words analysing the given information on 'Benefits of playing sports'. [Bar graph data: Physical fitness (75%), Newer career opportunities…
15. 4 (a).
    The following paragraph has not been edited. There is one error in each line. Identify the error and write its correction against the correct blank number. 'Discipline at public life ensures (e.g.) at → in peace and harmony, who in turn

    • (a) _______ → _______ offer the required impetuous
    • (b) _______ → _______ from the nation's progress.'
    • (c) _______ → _______
16. 5 (a).
    Read the conversation below and complete the passage that follows: Doctor: You must exercise daily to keep your heart fit. Patient: Is it enough if I go for a daily morning walk and do some breathing exercises? The doctor advised the patient that he

    • (a) _______ to keep his heart fit. The patient questioned whether it was enough if he
    • (b) _______ and did some breathing exercises.
17. 6 (i).
    Grief is often seen as a measure of love. Justify your response to Buddha's sermon. (30-40 words)
18. 6 (ii).
    How did the baker become synonymous with celebrations and occasions in Goa? (Glimpses of India) (30-40 words)
19. 6 (iii).
    'Amanda is alone but not lonely in the world she envisions.' Give instances from the poem to justify. (30-40 words)
20. 6 (iv).
    How would you describe Custard the Dragon? (30-40 words)
21. 6 (v).
    'A parent should try to be a companion to a child.' Explain with reference to Richard's mother. (The Making of a Scientist) (30-40 words)
22. 6 (vi).
    How did the necklace change the life of Loisel? (30-40 words)
23. 6 (vii).
    Do you agree with the poet Walt Whitman's perception of animal life. Justify. (Animals) (30-40 words)
24. 7 (i).
    After reading the story 'Bholi' you find her to be 'a role-model' for village girls. Discuss. (About 120 words)
25. 7 (ii).
    Valli was sensitive, but at the same time she was fearless and quite determined. Explain with reference to the text. (About 120 words)
26. 7 (iii).
    Russian society emerges as an important character in the play, 'The Proposal'. Support your answer giving instances. (About 120 words)

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How to use these papers

1. 1Start chapter-wise early in the year — solve only the English questions from a chapter you have just finished.
2. 2Switch to full timed papers 2–3 months before the exam: one complete set in the real time limit, no notes.
3. 3Self-mark against the marking scheme, then fix every mistake with our free NCERT solutions.
4. 4Re-attempt your weakest chapters until the recurring question types feel routine.

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