CBSE SAMPLE PAPER- X 2024-25

SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (Code No. 184) 

 CLASS-X- (2024-25) Time allowed: 3 Hrs. 

 General Instructions: 

 Read the instructions very carefully and strictly follow them: 

 Maximum Marks: 80
 1. This question paper comprises 11 questions. All questions are compulsory. 

 2. The question paper contains THREE sections – Section – A: Reading Skills Section – B: Grammar and Creative Writing Skills Section – C: Literature Textbook
 3. Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each Part. 

 SECTION A READING SKILLS 

 1. Read the following text. (20 marks) 10 (1) Water is one of the most essential resources on Earth, yet it is often taken for granted. Despite its abundance, the reality is that only a small fraction of the world’s water is fresh and available for human use. With increasing populations, climate change, and industrial demands, the pressure on our water resources is growing. This makes water conservation not just a collective responsibility but a crucial individual duty. Each person’s effort towards conserving water can significantly impact the preservation of this vital resource for future generations 

 (2) One of the primary reasons individual water conservation efforts are so important is the cumulative effect of small actions which may seem trivial on their own. However, when multiplied by millions of people, these actions can lead to substantial water savings. For example, a single dripping tap can waste over 15 litres of water a day. Imagine the water saved if every household in a city repaired just one leaky faucet. This highlights the power of collective individual actions in reducing water waste. 

 (3) Moreover, personal efforts towards water conservation often lead to greater awareness and education. When individuals take steps to conserve water, they become more conscious of their water usage and the importance of this resource. This awareness can then spread within communities, inspiring others to adopt similar practices. For instance, a family that installs water-saving devices in their home may encourage neighbours and friends to do the same, creating a ripple effect. This grassroots approach to conservation can be particularly effective in areas where larger-scale initiatives may be slow to implement or lacking in support. 

 (4) In addition to daily habits, individuals can also make a difference through more significant lifestyle choices. For instance, opting for drought-resistant plants in gardens and supporting water-efficient agriculture can all contribute to water conservation. Agriculture, especially livestock farming, is one of the largest consumers of water globally. By supporting sustainable farming practices, individuals can indirectly reduce the water footprint of their food.
(5) Critics might argue that individual efforts are negligible compared to the large-scale water consumption by industries and agriculture. However, this perspective overlooks the potential for individual actions to drive systemic change. When people collectively make water-conscious choices, they send a powerful message to businesses and policymakers about the importance of conservation.
 (6) Each person’s commitment to saving water, no matter how small, contributes to a larger culture of sustainability. By making conscious choices and spreading awareness, individuals can help ensure that future generations have access to the clean, fresh water they need to thrive. Water conservation is not just the responsibility of governments and industries; it is a shared duty that begins with each of us. Created for Academic Usage / 441 words 
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above. 

1.In paragraph 1 What does the phrase ‘each person’s effort towards conserving water can significantly impact the preservation of this vital resource’ emphasise? 

 II.Complete the following with the correct option from the two given. 

 Water is often taken for granted, despite its essential nature because.................... . 

 a) it is abundant and always easily accessible, making people less aware of its usage 

 b) its importance is not always recognised, leading people to overlook its value (paragraph 1) 

III. Support the writer's idea that small individual actions towards water conservation are not trivial. 

IV Select the option that best reflects the concept of a ‘ripple effect’ in the context of student life at school. 

 a) A student’s act of volunteering at a local charity leads to the school administration organising a large-scale fundraising event. 

 b) A student who consistently follows good study practices inspires classmates to improve their own study routines, creating a culture of academic excellence in the class. 

 V State whether the following statement is True or False. 

 VI The writer mentions ‘sustainable farming practices’ in paragraph 4. Which of the following is a sustainable farming practice?

 A. Using chemical fertilizers and pesticides extensively to increase crop yields. 

 B. Clearing large areas of natural vegetation to expand farmland for organic farming. 

 C. Implementing crop rotation and using organic compost to maintain soil health. 

 D. Relying solely on monoculture farming to maximise production efficiency. 

 VII List any two points that a powerful message sent to businesses and policy makers about the importance of water conservation might include.  (paragraph 5)

 VIII Fill in the blank with the correct option from those given. In the phrase ‘culture of sustainability,’ the word ‘culture’ refers to (paragraph 6) . 

A. set of beliefs and practices shared by a group 

B.The artistic and traditional practices specific to a community's heritage. 

C.The lifestyle habits and choices that are popular among the urbane 

D.The techniques and methods used in development efforts

NCERT SOLUTIONS WORDS AND EXPRESSION -1 CLASS IX UNIT 2

     

Take this quiz to check your knowledge of music and musicians 

1.Classical 

2.Canada

3. 6

4. trio

5. pa   

6.fa

READING COMPREHENSION

TEXT 1

ROLE OF MUSIC IN LIFE

Complete the following statements by selecting the most appropriate options given below.

1.soothing music

2: Endorphin 

3 : concentration

4 : rejuvenate

5. List the benefits of music mentioned in the passage.

i.Listening to soothing music relaxes people both mentally and physically

ii.Music relieves us from the sense of pain

iii.Music normalises heart rate and blood pressure and decreases fatigue and boredom

iv.Music reduces stress

v.Listening to soft music helps us improve our concentration and boost our memory.

vi.Listening to music helps us in overcoming negative traits thereby improves our personality

vii.Music is a therapy for everyone. 

TEXT-II

BEATING THE ODDS

1. True or False

a : False

b: True

c : False


d : False 

e True

2.Beethoven could listen to and play music for his first thirty years of life. As a result , he understood sounds of musical instruments and the pitch of the singing voices . He also knew the harmony  between music and singing before he became completely deaf. This helped him compose music despite his loss of hearing.

3. Beethoven's realisation that he could not hear the high notes of the piano and  his own composition made him continue his passion for music with more determination.

4. genius

TEXT - II 

THE SOLITARY REAPER

1.Complete the summary of the poem given below with a suitable word /phrase in each blank.

a) reaps 

b) valley

c) stop there

d) welcome

e) travellers

f) spring time

g) breaks 

h) make out / comprehend

i) battles

j) natural sorrows ,pain or loss

k) theme

l) bear

VOCABULARY

Text - 1 

a) relieves - to free from anxiety, fear, pain etc.

b) endorphins - substances produced by the brain that have painkilling and tranquilising effects on body

c)exhaustion - tiredness

d) rejuvenate - to restore to a former state ; make fresh or new again

e) vitality - power to live or grow

TEXT - 2 

a) prodigy - a person , especially a child or young person , having extraordinary talent or ability

b) persistent - constantly repeated

c) virtuoso - a person who excels in musical technique or execution

d) deterioration - to make or become worse or inferior in character, quality , value...etc. 

e) sawed - to cut or divide

 f) obstacle - something that obstructs or hinders progress.

Text - 3 

a ) behold - look , see

b) yon - that 

c) lass - girl

d) melacholy - causing sadness

e) vale - valley 

f) strain - melody

g) weary - tired 

h) plaintive - expressing sorrow

i) mounted - climbed 

2. WORD SEARCH 

A. 
1. piano 

2. sitar

3. xylophone

4. tabla

5. shehnai

6. sarod 

7. flute

8. pungi

9. drum

10. veena

11. dholak

B.Write the instrument played by the following musicians .

a) xylophone

b) tabla

c) flute

d) veena

e) shehnai

f) sarod

GRAMMAR

A . Fill in the blanks with appropriate comparative adjective .

a) louder 

b) higher than any other

c) the coldest ( Superlative form of adjective )

d)  is more reliable than any other police

e) more serious

f) better

g) more peaceful 

h)  more important than any other 

b Fill in the blanks with appropriate superlative degree "most"/"est"


a) most croweded 

b) the coldest 

c) the most interesting 

d) the cheapest 

e) the oldest/eldest

f) the most melodious

2. Join two sets of sentences using to - verb .

1. He offered to help her.

2. She arranged a visit to the Old Age Home in the evening.

3. Shivani refused to eat anything.

4. Don't forget to post the letter .

5. She agreed to participate in the music concert .

EDITING 

a) written on the

b) of an Anglican

c) young and free

d) dreamed of changing

e) discovered the world

f) decided to change

g) grew into my

h) settled for changing

i) lay on my

j)then by an

k) able to better

LISTENING 

SPEAKING 

WRITING 

2.

BIO-SKETCH      OF      A. R .  RAHMAN

A.R Rahman, renowned Indian composer , singer, song writer , producer , musician and philanthropist was born in Chennai on 6 January 1967 to his proud parents  R K Shekhar and Kareema Beegum. His father died when A R Rahman was  nine years old and young Rahman had to shoulder the responsibilities of the family. Poor financial condition of his family affected his early education. He had to play musical instruments at an early age to earn a living and support his family. His professional experience helped him reach  Trinity Collage and Oxford from where he  earned his  graduation in western classical music .

He is married to Saira Banu and have three children. He is known for integrating Indian classical music with electronic music , world music and traditional orchestral arrangements . He worked for all major film industries like Kollywood , Bollywood and Hollywood. He is the recipient of coveted awards like Padmashri and Padma Vibhushan . He reached the pinnacle of glory when he was  conferred with two Oscars and a Golden Globe ward. He is a notable humanitarian and philanthropist who donates and raises fund for various causes and charities. A R Rahman's prolific musical compositions earned him the title " the Mozart of Madras ".

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