Class 10 English UP Board Solved Sample
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UP Board Class 10 English Solved Model Paper 2020 PDF

Class X – English Sample Question Paper Set 3
Time: 3 hours 15 minutes                                                                  Total Marks: 70

General Instructions:

• The first 15 minutes are allotted
  for reading the question paper.
• The paper is divided into two
  sections: A and B.
• All questions are compulsory.
• Marks for each question are indicated.

Concept Map of the Paper-

Section A

1. Reading Comprehension
   (Passage-based Questions)
   Questions related to a given passage (2+2 = 4 marks)
2. Short Answer Questions (60 words)
   Answer questions based on literature texts. (4 marks)
3. Very Short Answer Questions (25
   words each)
   Two questions based on specific lessons or stories (4 marks)
4. Vocabulary Matching
   Match words with their meanings (4 marks)
5. Poetry-based Questions
   Answer questions based on the given poem excerpt (4 marks)
6. Central Idea of Poem
   Write the central idea of one poem (3 marks)
7. Very Short Answer Questions on
   Literature
   Answer questions based on lessons from the textbook (4 marks)
8. True/False Statements
   Identify true or false statements related to the text (4 marks)
9. Multiple Choice Questions
   Complete the statements with suitable alternatives (4 marks)

Section B

10. Grammar and Sentence Reordering
    Reorder sentences, change voice, indirect speech, etc. (8 marks)
11. Prepositions, Completion of
    Sentences, Spellings, Punctuation
    Fill in the blanks and complete sentences (7 marks)
12. Translation
    Translate a given passage from Hindi to English (4 marks)
13. Letter Writing
    Write a letter on a given topic (4 marks)
14. Composition Writing
    Write a composition on one of the provided topics (6 marks)
15. Reading Comprehension
    (Passage-based Questions)
    Answer questions based on another passage (6 marks)

 

Section A

Q1: Read the following passage and answer the
questions given below it: The men who were governing

Athens
summoned Socrates to appear before them and to stand his trial. His friends
begged him to escape or to hide until the storm had blown over. But Socrates
was no coward. He knew that he had done nothing wrong and that he had only
taught what he believed to be just, true and honourable and so he went to the
court. His clothes and shoes were dusty and travel-stained. But everyone knew
that a noble heart beat under the shabby garments.

i) Write the
name of the lesson from which the above-noted passage has been taken. Who is
the author of the lesson?

• The passage is from the lesson “Socrates”,
  and the author is Indira Gandhi.

ii) Who
summoned Socrates to appear before them and who requested Socrates to escape?

• The men governing Athens summoned
  Socrates, and his friends requested him to escape.

Q2:

i) What quality
of Yudhishthira pleased the Yaksha most?

• Yudhishthira’s ability to remain
  calm, truthful, and just pleased the Yaksha the most.

Q3:

i) What was
Lencho’s problem? What was his only hope?

• Lencho’s problem was that his
  crops were destroyed by a hailstorm. His only hope was receiving help from
  God through a letter he sent asking for money.

ii) What did
the Ganga remind Pandit Nehru of?

• The Ganga reminded Pandit Nehru of
  India’s rich history, culture, and the timeless flow of life.

Q4:

Match the words
of List ‘A’ with their meanings in List ‘B’:

List A	List B
Solitary	Lonely
Abundant	Ample
Enough	Sufficient
Consort	Wife

Q5:

a) Write the
title of the poem from which the above lines have been selected. Who is the
poet of the poem?

• The poem is “Indian
  Weavers” by Sarojini Naidu.

b) Who is
leaving the mother? Why will the lover be grieved?

• The young bride is leaving her
  mother. The lover will be grieved because he was riding forth to marry
  her, but she is leaving.

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Section A (continued)

Q6:

Write the
central idea of one of the following poems:

a) The Psalm of
Life

• The central idea of The Psalm
  of Life is to inspire people to live life with purpose and meaning. It
  encourages individuals to take action, be productive, and strive for
  greatness while leaving a lasting legacy.

b) The Fountain

• The central idea of The
  Fountain is the metaphor of the fountain as a symbol of eternal youth
  and energy. The poem reflects on the ever-renewing vigor of the fountain,
  suggesting that humans should also aspire to live life with continuous
  enthusiasm and resilience.

Q7:

Answer two of
the following questions in about 25 words each:

a) Describe the
important inventions made by Edison.

• Edison invented many important
  things, including the electric light bulb, the phonograph, and the motion
  picture camera. These innovations changed the way people lived.

b) What
happened to the palace and the fortress of Vikramaditya after his death?

• After Vikramaditya’s death, his
  palace and fortress fell into ruins, and with time, their glory faded
  away, leaving behind only memories of the king’s greatness.

c) Who was
Coubertin? What was his ideal?

• Pierre de Coubertin was the
  founder of the modern Olympic Games. His ideal was to promote friendship,
  peace, and unity through sports.

Q8:

Point out
‘true’ and ‘false’ in the following statements:

• a) Edison promised to give
  Americans electric light in two years.
  True
• b) The first angel said to the
  king “Are you worthy to sit on the throne?”
  False
• c) In 1936, the Olympic Games were
  held in America.
  False (They were held in Berlin, Germany)
• d) Luz Long was an American.
  False (Luz Long was German)

Q9:

Select the most
suitable alternative to complete the following statements:

• a) Edison got a beating from his
  mother because:
  i) he had smashed the eggs and spoiled his shorts.
• b) The Vikram Samvat owes its
  origin to:
  iii) Vikramaditya
• c) Luz Long was a real sportsman
  because:
  iii) his main object in games was not conquering but fighting well.
• d) The Olympic record in the event
  of long jump at Berlin in 1936 was—
  i) 26 feet 8.5 inches

Section B

Q10:

Do as indicated
against each of the following statements:

i) Gifted me
red a friend my dress.

• Corrected Sentence: My friend
  gifted me a red dress.

ii) He
deposited the money on the fee-counter.

• Passive Voice: The money was
  deposited on the fee-counter by him.

iii) The doctor
said, “Don’t worry, you will be fine in a few days.”

• Indirect Speech: The doctor
  told me not to worry and that I would be fine in a few days.

iv) Submit your
notebooks after __________ the classwork.

• Correct form of the verb: finishing

Q11:

a) Choose the
correct preposition:

He lives in a
village __________ the river.

• across

b) Complete the
sentence:

You can go home
________________.

• You can go home after completing
  the work.

c) Complete the
spellings of the following words:

• i) ad v e n t u r e
• ii) p l a s t i c

d) Punctuate
the following:

my grandmother
said have some more food rupa and raghu.

• My grandmother said, “Have
  some more food, Rupa and Raghu.”

Q12:

Translate the
following into English:

• “मैं आज सुबह से कुछ परेशान था। मेरा प्रिय
  उपन्यास कहीं खो गया था। बहुत खोजने के बाद यह मुझे बड़े भाई साहब के बिस्तर
  पर मिला। वह इसे रात पढ़ने के लिए ले गए थे।”
• “I was feeling a little
  uneasy since morning today. My favorite novel was lost somewhere. After
  searching a lot, I found it on my elder brother’s bed. He had taken it last
  night to read.”

Q13:

Write a letter
to your friend, sharing your views on how Yoga is helpful during exams.

Dear Friend,

I hope you’re
doing well! I wanted to share how Yoga has been incredibly helpful for me
during exams. It helps calm my mind and keeps me focused. Practicing breathing
exercises before studying or during breaks relieves stress and improves
concentration. I believe this practice has made me more disciplined and ready
to tackle exams with a positive attitude.

Take care and
let me know how you’re doing!

Best regards,
(Your Name)

Q14:

Write a composition on one of the following topics:

Problem of Pollution

Introduction:
Pollution is a serious issue affecting the environment and human health
worldwide. It degrades natural resources and disrupts ecosystems.

Types of
Pollution:
The major types of pollution include air pollution, water pollution, soil
pollution, and noise pollution.

Causes of
Pollution:
Key causes are industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, deforestation, plastic
waste, and improper waste disposal.

How to Control
Pollution:
To control pollution, we can reduce waste, use renewable energy sources,
promote public transportation, and plant more trees. Strict government policies
and public awareness are also crucial.

b) Importance
of Outdoor Games:

Introduction:
Outdoor games play a vital role in maintaining physical and mental health. They
offer numerous benefits, especially for children and young adults.

Some outdoor
games:
Common outdoor games include cricket, football, tennis, badminton, and
basketball.

Benefits:
Outdoor games improve physical fitness, develop teamwork, enhance
concentration, and promote a healthy lifestyle.

How to motivate
children to play outdoor games:
Parents and teachers can encourage children by organizing sports events,
offering rewards, and ensuring that outdoor activities are fun and engaging.

c) Your
Favourite Leader:

Short
Introduction of the Leader:
Mahatma Gandhi is my favorite leader. He is known for his principles of
non-violence and simplicity.

His/Her
qualities:
He was honest, determined, patient, and deeply committed to the welfare of
others.

His/Her
contribution to society:
Gandhi played a significant role in India’s independence movement and worked
for social equality, including the upliftment of the poor and untouchables.

Conclusion:
Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals continue to inspire people across the world. His life
and work serve as a model for peaceful resistance and social justice.

Q15:

Read the
following passage carefully and answer the questions set thereon:

Dolphins are
regarded as the friendliest creatures in the sea and stories of them, helping
drowning sailors have been common since Roman times. The more we learn about
dolphins, the more we realize that their society is more complex than people
previously imagined. They look after other dolphins when they are ill, care for
pregnant mothers and protect the weakest in the community as we do. Some
scientists have suggested that dolphins have a language but it is much more
probable that they communicate with each other without needing words. Could any
of these mammals be more intelligent than man? Certainly the most common
argument in favour of man’s superiority over them, that we can kill them more
easily than they can kill us, is the least statisfactory. On the contrary, the
more we discover about these remarkable creatures, the less we appear superior
when we destroy them.

i) What human
qualities do dolphins possess, according to the passage?

• According to the passage, dolphins
  possess human-like qualities such as caring for each other when sick,
  looking after pregnant dolphins, and protecting the weakest in their
  community.

ii) Why do some
people argue that man is superior to dolphins?

• Some people argue that man is
  superior to dolphins because humans can kill them more easily than
  dolphins can kill humans. However, the passage suggests this argument is
  unsatisfactory, as humans should not feel superior for destroying such
  intelligent and remarkable creatures.