CBSE Class 10 English 2024 — Set 3

Questions in this 2024 English paper (Set 3)

All 42 questions from this set, exactly as asked. Try each one, then open the question-paper PDF above for the complete paper.

1. 1.
   (Q1.i) Which of the following statements best describes the difference between renewable energy sources and alternate energy sources?

   • (a) Alternative energy sources are more expensive than renewable energy sources.
   • (b) Renewable energy sources are inexhaustible whereas alternate energy sources could be exhaustible.
   • (c) Alternative energy sources are as renewable as renewable energy sources. (d)…
2. 2.
   (Q1.ii) What is the tone of the writer in the given lines from para (4)? Rationalise your response in about 40 words. "…"
3. 3.
   (Q1.iii) Complete the sentence appropriately: In the past, alternative energy sources were not used much by the consumers because ______.
4. 4.
   (Q1.iv) The passage includes some words that are opposites of each other. From the sets

   • (a) to
   • (e) below, identify 2 sets of antonyms:
   • (a) (b) exhaustible and inexhaustible, and
   • (e) sustainable and exhaustible
   • (b) (a) generate and produce, and
   • (c) subtle and versatile
   • (c) (c) subtle and versatile, and
   • (d) power and energy
   • (d) (a) generate and produce, and
   • (d) power and energy
5. 5.
   (Q1.v) Who is the leader of the renewable energy pack and why?
6. 6.
   (Q1.vi) Based on the reading of the passage, examine, in about 40 words, the difference between geothermal electricity and hydroelectricity.
7. 7.
   (Q1.vii) What is the message conveyed by the passage?

   • (a) Only those energy sources should be used which are renewable.
   • (b) Wind energy is a renewable as well as inexhaustible source of energy.
   • (c) There are plenty of renewable energy sources that can be used to replace traditional energy sources.
   • (d) Alternative energy sources are the emerging energy trends and are still evolving.
8. 8.
   (Q1.viii) State whether the following statement is True or False with reference to the given extract: Hydroelectricity as a renewable energy source is used for residential as well as commercial purposes.
9. 9.
   (Q2.i) Infer one reason for the following, based on the information given in paragraph 4: 'Colourful badge was sewn on to the uniform and bags of the Scouts.'
10. 10.
    (Q2.ii) From paragraph 1, we can infer that Scout Movement was set up ______.
11. 11.
    (Q2.iii) Complete the following analogy correctly with a word/phrase from paragraph 4: 10 years : decade :: 100 years : ______
12. 12.
    (Q2.iv) After reading the passage, bring a contrast between the books 'Aids to Scouting' and 'Scouting for Boys'.
13. 13.
    (Q2.v) What does the writer mean by the following phrase? 'One world one promise'
14. 14.
    (Q2.vi) According to the chart, which country took maximum time to introduce 'Guiding' after 'Scouting'? Choose your answer from the options given below:

    • (a) India
    • (b) Indonesia
    • (c) Thailand
    • (d) Philippines
15. 15.
    (Q2.vii) List two reasons why a flame was lit at Baden-Powell's grave in 2007.

    • (a) ______
    • (b) ______
16. 16.
    (Q2.viii) Fill in the blank by selecting the correct option: The establishment of Scout movement from 1907 to 2006 showed ______ results.

    • (a) uniform
    • (b) encouraging
    • (c) inconsistent
    • (d) disappointing
17. 17.
    (Q3.i) Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket, for the given portion of a letter. Sir, Enclosed is the report that ______ (summarize) the study conducted on the impact of climate change on crop yield in the region.
18. 18.
    (Q3.ii) Read the given sentence from a recipe review article. Identify the error and supply the correction in the sentence. The cake recipe was to sweet for my liking, but the texture was perfect. Error | Correction
19. 19.
    (Q3.iii) Marie and Peter had a conversation about volunteer work. Report Marie's question. What kind of skills have you imbibed from this volunteer work?
20. 20.
    (Q3.iv) Read the dialogue between Adam and Emma about a career option. Adam: Why did you opt for a career in journalism? Emma: I couldn't resist my love for storytelling and my desire to expose the truth. Select the option to complete the reporting of the above dialogue: Adam asked Emma ______ in journalism. Emma passionately expressed that she couldn't resist her love for storytelling and her…
21. 21.
    (Q3.v) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete an issued circular by an organisation, to its Managers. Please refer to the attached conference schedule and ______ (it/these/them) should be circulated among all attendees for their reference.
22. 22.
    (Q3.vi) Identify the error and supply correction for the given sentence from a public health campaign. The campaign's focus is on reduce sugar intake among children by promoting healthier snacks. Error | Correction
23. 23.
    (Q3.vii) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction from a scientific review. The study examines the association among exposure to sunlight and vitamin D levels in the body. Option No. | Error | Correction (A) examines | examine (B) to | for (C) among | between (D) levels | level
24. 24.
    (Q3.viii) Complete the given narrative, by filling in the blank with the correct option. The opportunity to volunteer at the local food bank made me ______ the challenges faced by underprivileged communities.

    • (a) realizing
    • (b) to realize
    • (c) realized
    • (d) realize
25. 25.
    (Q3.ix) Report the dialogue between a vendor and his customer, by completing the sentence: Vendor: We missed your usual visits, sir. Customer: I know, I had to travel for work. The vendor expressed that the customer's regular visits were missed, reaching out to the customer. The customer acknowledged this and clarified that ______.
26. 26.
    (Q3.x) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the update on the school's chess team. It's a victorious day! Our school's chess team ______ the interschool chess championship.

    • (a) has been won
    • (b) will winning
    • (c) was winning
    • (d) has won
27. 27.
    (Q3.xi) Complete the line from a song by filling in the blank with the correct option. The whispering leaves tell your tale, The silent stones ______ your journey, The sun casts light on your path, Leading you towards tomorrow's glory.

    • (a) have echoed
    • (b) echo
    • (c) echoes
    • (d) shall echo
28. 28.
    (Q3.xii) Identify the error and supply correction for this sentence from an economic analysis. The relationships of the country's inflation rate and the GDP growth was analysed. Error | Correction
29. 29 (a).
    (Q4.a) You are Kapil/Kavita, sports secretary of Ajax World School, Gurugram. You want to place an order for sports articles for the school cricket team to Rotary Sports, Janakpuri, New Delhi. Write a letter in about 120 words. Remember to include relevant information about quantity and quality of products, specific details, school discount, delivery date and mode of payment.
30. 29 (b).
    (Q4.b) You are Rahul/Rita, a student of DRR World School, Preet Vihar, Prem Nagar. You have recently noticed that the street in front of the school is being used as a thoroughfare by vehicles because of the construction work on the main street. This has led to a number of near fatal accidents involving school students who have become vulnerable to road injuries and exposure to toxic air and…
31. 30 (a).
    (Q5.a) Read the following excerpt from a newspaper on the problem of car parking and its impact. A survey conducted on the residents showed that car parking in colonies has risen due to an increase in the number of cars per family. This has resulted in ugly incidents of road rage. Most of the families revealed that they are facing multiple issues due to this situation. There is no place for…
32. 31 (a).
    (Q6.a.i) What do you infer from the following statement? "The inauguration would be the largest gathering ever of international leaders on South African Soil."
33. 31 (a)(ii).
    (Q6.a.ii) Explain in about 40 words the effective shift from white supremacy to a rainbow gathering.
34. 31 (a)(iii).
    (Q6.a.iii) Which phrase would correctly substitute 'pleasantly besieged' in the given sentence from that extract?
35. 31 (a)(iv).
    (Q6.a.iv) State true or false with reference to the given extract: In the past the 'amphitheatre' had been a seat for theatrical performances.
36. 32 (a).
    (Q7.a.i) Explain the contrast created by the words, 'stalks' and 'few steps of his cage'.
37. 32 (a)(ii).
    (Q7.a.ii) Which of the following best describes the tiger's feelings in the context?

    • (a) anger
    • (b) conflicted
    • (c) pessimism
    • (d) apprehension
38. 32 (a)(iii).
    (Q7.a.iii) Comment in about 40 words on the poet's use of imagery in the above extract.
39. 32 (a)(iv).
    (Q7.a.iv) Which word in the stanza means the same as 'clear and bright'?
40. 33.
    (Q8.i) Explain the irony in the chapter, 'A Letter to God'.
41. 34.
    (Q8.ii) "During our childhood in Goa, the baker used to be our friend, companion and guide." What does this statement imply in relation to the character of the baker? (Glimpses of India)
42. 35.
    (Q8.iii) It is our attitude towards a situation that makes it positive or negative. Do you agree? Express your views with reference to the poem, 'Dust of Snow'.
43. 36.
    (Q8.iv) Belinda and other animals have been described as brave. But on seeing the pirate they behaved in a cowardly way. How did they react? (A Tale of Custard the Dragon)
44. 37.
    (Q8.v) Flying is a natural act in birds. Then why was the young seagull 'exhausted by the strange exercise'? Justify the given statement with reference to baby seagull's fear. (His First Flight)
45. 38.
    (Q9.i) Do you think Bholi could have confidently refused to marry Bishamber if she wasn't educated? Give reasons. (Bholi)
46. 39.
    (Q9.ii) Who was Henry? What role did he play in Ausable's plan? (The Midnight Visitor)
47. 40.
    (Q9.iii) How did Think - Tank interpret the following nursery rhyme? "How does your garden grow with cockle shells and silver bells?" (The Book That Saved the Earth)
48. 41 (a).
    (Q10.a) Valli was sensitive, but at the same time, she was fearless and quite determined. Think of another character from your text book, who displayed similar character traits. Compare and contrast the lives of Valli and the other character, that you have chosen from the text of Two Stories about Flying. You may begin this way. The characters who are fearless and determined from two texts are…
49. 42 (a).
    (Q11.a) Griffin's brilliance as a man of science fades before his darker traits. Give reasons from the text to support your answer. (Footprints Without Feet)

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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.
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4. 4Re-attempt your weakest chapters until the recurring question types feel routine.

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