ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
CLASS X
Time: 60 Minutes
Max. Marks: 40
General Instructions
1. The Question Paper contains THREE sections.
2. Section A (READING) has 18 questions. Attempt any 14 questions, as per
specific instructions.
3. Section B (WRITING & GRAMMAR) has 12 questions. Attempt any 10
questions, as per specific instructions.
4. Section C (LITERATURE) has 30 questions. Attempt any 26 questions, as
per specific instructions.
5. All questions carry equal marks.
6. There is no negative marking.
Section A – READING (14 Marks)
Read the following passage carefully and answer any eight out of ten
questions:
Passage 1: The Healing Power of Nature
Nature has a remarkable ability to restore our physical and mental well-being.
The sound of flowing water, the sight of greenery, and the gentle rustling of
leaves in the wind can lower our stress levels. Many studies have shown that
spending time in natural settings improves mood and reduces anxiety. As
humans become more connected to technology, they have distanced
themselves from nature. However, re-establishing this bond can be vital for
personal growth and health.
1. What does the passage say about the impact of nature on our mood?
a) It increases stress levels.
b) It improves mood and reduces anxiety.
c) It disconnects people from technology.
d) It causes over-reliance on modern medicine.
, 2. What is one of the main themes of the passage?
a) The dangers of technology.
b) The healing power of nature.
c) The importance of modern medicine.
d) Human connection to animals.
3. According to the passage, how has technology impacted humans’
connection with nature?
a) It has strengthened the connection.
b) It has disconnected humans from nature.
c) It has made nature more accessible.
d) It has had no impact.
4. What is one benefit of spending time in nature, as mentioned in the
passage?
a) It increases heart rate.
b) It heightens anxiety.
c) It restores well-being.
d) It damages eyesight.
5. Select the option that best completes the sentence:
"By reconnecting with nature, humans can __________."
a) increase their dependence on technology.
b) grow emotionally and heal physically.
c) experience heightened anxiety.
d) avoid modern medicine.
6. Which of the following can lower stress levels according to the passage?
a) Greenery and natural sounds.
b) Working late hours.
c) Fast-paced city life.
d) Extended screen time.
7. What is the tone of the passage?
a) Critical
b) Persuasive
c) Descriptive
d) Sarcastic
CLASS X
Time: 60 Minutes
Max. Marks: 40
General Instructions
1. The Question Paper contains THREE sections.
2. Section A (READING) has 18 questions. Attempt any 14 questions, as per
specific instructions.
3. Section B (WRITING & GRAMMAR) has 12 questions. Attempt any 10
questions, as per specific instructions.
4. Section C (LITERATURE) has 30 questions. Attempt any 26 questions, as
per specific instructions.
5. All questions carry equal marks.
6. There is no negative marking.
Section A – READING (14 Marks)
Read the following passage carefully and answer any eight out of ten
questions:
Passage 1: The Healing Power of Nature
Nature has a remarkable ability to restore our physical and mental well-being.
The sound of flowing water, the sight of greenery, and the gentle rustling of
leaves in the wind can lower our stress levels. Many studies have shown that
spending time in natural settings improves mood and reduces anxiety. As
humans become more connected to technology, they have distanced
themselves from nature. However, re-establishing this bond can be vital for
personal growth and health.
1. What does the passage say about the impact of nature on our mood?
a) It increases stress levels.
b) It improves mood and reduces anxiety.
c) It disconnects people from technology.
d) It causes over-reliance on modern medicine.
, 2. What is one of the main themes of the passage?
a) The dangers of technology.
b) The healing power of nature.
c) The importance of modern medicine.
d) Human connection to animals.
3. According to the passage, how has technology impacted humans’
connection with nature?
a) It has strengthened the connection.
b) It has disconnected humans from nature.
c) It has made nature more accessible.
d) It has had no impact.
4. What is one benefit of spending time in nature, as mentioned in the
passage?
a) It increases heart rate.
b) It heightens anxiety.
c) It restores well-being.
d) It damages eyesight.
5. Select the option that best completes the sentence:
"By reconnecting with nature, humans can __________."
a) increase their dependence on technology.
b) grow emotionally and heal physically.
c) experience heightened anxiety.
d) avoid modern medicine.
6. Which of the following can lower stress levels according to the passage?
a) Greenery and natural sounds.
b) Working late hours.
c) Fast-paced city life.
d) Extended screen time.
7. What is the tone of the passage?
a) Critical
b) Persuasive
c) Descriptive
d) Sarcastic
