Download FREE English Prelim paper as per 10th Std Maharashtra board pattern
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| Q1(A) A1. | Do as directed (any four) : | (4) | |||||||||
| (1) | Make a meaningful sentence by using the given phrase: | (1) | |||||||||
| Cut out | |||||||||||
| (2) | Identify the type of sentence: | (1) | |||||||||
| Open your books. | |||||||||||
| (3) | Find out four hidden words having at least four letters from the given word: | (1) | |||||||||
| Generational | |||||||||||
| (4) | Pick out the infinitives from the following sentence: | (1) | |||||||||
| The proposal is too unreasonable to be accepted. | |||||||||||
| (5) | Add a question tag: | (1) | |||||||||
| It's a lovely day. | |||||||||||
| A2 | Do as directed (any two) : | (4) | |||||||||
| (1) | Make a word register of 8 Words related with the following word. | (2) | |||||||||
| Sugar coating | |||||||||||
| (2) | Make two sentences of your own to show difference of Homophones. | (2) | |||||||||
| knight, night | |||||||||||
| (3) | Change the voice. | (2) | |||||||||
| The car keys was found by Susan. | |||||||||||
| (B) | Do as directed (any one) : | (2) | |||||||||
| (1) | Change into positive degree. | (2) | |||||||||
| It is one of the best decisions I have ever made. | |||||||||||
| (2) | Change into superlative degree. | (2) | |||||||||
| He is More intelligent than I am. | |||||||||||
| (Section II Textual Passages) |
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| Q2(A) | Read the following passage and do the given activities : | (10) | |||||||||
| (1) | Air Force Marshal Arjan Singhʼs achievement : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) ................................................. (ii) ................................................. |
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| Air Force Marshal Arjan Singh, an icon of Indiaʼs military history, will always be remembered as a war hero who had successfully led a young IAF during the 1965 Indo-Pak war. The only officer to attain the highest post of Marshal, the Air Force equivalent to the Armyʼs five star field marshal, Singh was a fearless and exceptional pilot who had flown more than 60 different types of aircraft. He played a major role in transforming the IAF into one of the most potent air forces globally and the fourth biggest in the world. “His contribution to the Indian Air Force is monumental to the least. The IAF grew with him. He was the epitome of military leadership in classical sense and it is, therefore, not surprising that he was honoured with the rank of Air Force Marshal,” former Vice Chief of IAF Kapil Kak said. Singh was honoured with the rank of Marshal on the Republic Day in 2002. Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw and K M Cariappa were the only two army generals honoured with the rank of field marshal. Known as a man of few words, Singh was not only a fearless pilot but also had profound knowledge about air power and applied it in a wide spectrum of areas. Singh had assiduously led the IAF during the 1965 war anddenied success to Pakistani air force though it was better equipped with American support. “His most outstanding contribution was during that war,” said Kak. Commending his role in the war, Y B Chavan, the then Defence Minister had written: “Air Marshal Arjan Singh is a jewel of a person, quite efficient and firm; unexcitable but a very able leader.” In 1944, the Marshal had led a squadron against the Japanese during the Arakan Campaign, flying close air support missions during the crucial Imphal Campaign and later assisted the advance of the Allied Forces to Yangoon (formerly Rangoon). |
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| (2) | State whether the following statements are true or false. If false, correct the statements : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) Arjan Singh was an economist. (ii) The then defence mister of India was Sardar Patel . (iii) Arjan Singh led a young IAF during the 1965 Indo-Pak war. (iv) K M Cariappa was honoured with the rank of field marshal. |
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| (3) | Write the meanings of the following words : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) powerful and effective (ii) a perfect example (iii) officially praising (iv) of great importance |
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| (4) | Do as directed : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) "His most outstanding contribution was during that war," said Kak. Rewrite the sentence in Reported Speech) (ii) He was the epitome of military leadership in classical sense. Add a question tag) |
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| (5) | According to you, which personal traits necessary to be an Officer in the army? | (2) | |||||||||
| (B) | Read the following passage and do the given activities : | (10) | |||||||||
| (1) | (1) Fill in the blanks : | (1) | |||||||||
| Smita ............... to her desire and ............... her favourite toys to the poor. | |||||||||||
| (2) Write whether the statements are true or false : (i) The poet did not pay attention to the music. (ii) The old man was surprised that the writer knew so much about Bach. |
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| When I was a very young man, I was invited to dine at the house of a philanthropist. After a wonderful dinner, our hostess took us to a large drawing room. Chairs were being arranged. “Iʼm arranging the chairs for a concert”, my hostess said, “Weʼre going to listen to a very good pianist.” Though everyone else was very happy, I was not. I did not understand classical music. I thought I was tone-deaf. I sat down so that I would not be impolite and waited for the concert to begin. I did not pay attention to the music after it began. After a while, I heard everyone clapping, so I realised that the piece was over. Just then I heard a gentle, but firm voice saying, “Youʼre fond of Bach?” I knew as much about Bach as I did about nuclear physics. I was going to say something ordinary so that I could get out of the situation. I turned in order to look at my neighbour and I saw a very famous face. It was someone with a shock of white hair and a pipe. I knew that I must tell this man the truth. He looked at me as if my answer was very important. “I do not know anything about Bach”, I said, “I have never heard any of his music.” He looked surprised. “You have never heard of Bach ?” he asked. He made it sound as if I had said that I had never taken a bath! “Iʼd like to understand music so that I could understand Bach,” I said, “but Iʼm not able to. Iʼm tone-deaf.” |
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| (2) | (1) Complete the sentence : | (1) | |||||||||
| The narrator was not happy about the concert because ...................... . | |||||||||||
| (2) Answer in one word : | (1) | ||||||||||
| (i) A lady who invites and looks after guests. (ii) A musical performance in public. |
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| (3) | Write noun forms for the following word : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) young - (ii) famous - (iii) firm - (iv) wonderful - | |||||||||||
| (4) | Do as directed : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) “You have never heard of Bach?” he asked. Rewrite in reported speech) (ii) I turned in order to look at my neighbour. Rewrite using “so that”) |
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| (5) | Which musical instrument do you like to listen to? What kind of music do you enjoy? | (2) | |||||||||
| (Section III Poetry) | |||||||||||
| Q3(A) | Read the following extract and do the given activities : | (5) | |||||||||
| (1) | Fill in the blanks : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) I wrote some lines in wondrous ....................... . (ii) The poet assumed that the lines he had written were ....................... . (iii) The servant was ....................... . (iv) The poet calls himself a ....................... . |
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| I wrote some lines once on a time In wondrous merry mood, And thought, as usual, men would say They were exceeding good. They were so queer, so very queer, I laughed as I would die; Albeit, in the general way, A sober man am I. I called my servant, and he came; How kind it was of him To mind a slender man like me, He of the might limb. “These to the printer,” I exclaimed, And, in my humorous way, I added (as a trifling jest,) “Thereʼll be the devil to pay. |
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| (2) | Give reasons : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) The poet thinks of laughing because ..........…………… . (ii) The poet called his servent because ..........…………… . |
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| (3) | Identify and explain the Figures of speechused in the extract : | (1) | |||||||||
| They were so queer, so very queer, | |||||||||||
| (B) | Read the following poem and write an appreciation of it with the help of the given points in a paragraph format : |
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Animals |
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| (Section IV Non-textual Passage) | |||||||||||
| Q4(A) | Read the following passage and do the given activities : | (10) | |||||||||
| (1) | Fill up the boxes with virtues of dogs : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) ......................... (ii) .......................... (iii) .......................... (iv) .......................... |
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| Human and dogs are inseparable for thousands of years and they are dependent on each other for protection and survival. Relationship between humans and dogs is often characterized by strong emotional bonds-which run both way. Dogs are very popular as pets and companions. Dog is the 'Man's Best Friend' and a family member. The dog is one of the most loyal, faithful and devotee animal. In earlier days dogs were kept mainly for hunting and guarding; now they are kept for companionship, protection and showmanship. There are millions of people all over the world who are dog lovers. Puppies need more attention at their early age. As much as possible try many methods of socialization, such as playing with them, taking them ' for walk, expose them to crowds, make them to obey the orders etc. |
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| (2) | Methods of socialization of puppies are : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) ......................... (ii) .......................... (iii) .......................... (iv) .......................... |
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| (3) | Cross out the odd man : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) Inseparable, dependent, protection, popular (ii) Hunting, guarding, playing, getting (iii) Earlier, human, relationship, family (iv) Often, mainly, now, emotional. |
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| (4) | Do as directed : | (2) | |||||||||
| (i) There are millions of people all over the world. Pick out the determiners and write them) (ii) Puppies need more attention. Rewrite the sentence without changing its meaning beginning with: Puppies don't............ ) |
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| (5) | Should we ban keeping pets? Justify | (2) | |||||||||
| (B) | Summary Writing : | (5) | |||||||||
| Read the above passage given in question 4(A) and write a summary of it in a paragraph. Suggest a suitable title. |
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| (Section V Writing Skills) | |||||||||||
| Q5 | Letter Writing : | (5) | |||||||||
| Read the information given below and write any one of the following letters: Imagine you are Rohan/Rima residing at 225, Veerchakra Colony, Kolhapur, 416002. “Hima Das the Indian Sprinter won 5 Golds in one month”. |
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| Q6(A) | Information Transfer. | (5) | |||||||||
| Do any one of the following A1 or A2 : | |||||||||||
| A1 | Verbal to Non-Verbal : | ||||||||||
| Read the given information and prepare a pie diagram for it. | |||||||||||
| Annual Water Usage in Maharashtra Water is life. It is a universal solvent and an important resource. The annual usage of water differs in various sectors of Maharashtra. The major occupation of Maharashtra being agriculture, the maximum amount of available water is used for irrigation that is 86%. The distant following pace of 7% is contributed by the domestic sector, including drinking, washing, cooking, etc. There is a close competition of other sectors which is not far away with 6% usage of water. One of the key factors which play an important role in the development of a nation is the industrial sector. The consumption of water in the industrial sector is very negligible, which is 1%. We know the energy sector plays a vital role in the development of a nation. In this sector, the use of water is almost nil. If we try to observe its place in the chart, we do realise that it holds 0% usage and is yet to open its account. |
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| A2 | Non-Verbal to Verbal : | ||||||||||
| Written a paragraph of 100 words on the information given in the following table and given a suitable title for it : | |||||||||||
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| (B) | Drafting a speech / view - counterview. | (5) | |||||||||
| Attempt any one of the following B1 or B2 : | |||||||||||
| B1 | Speech Writing : | ||||||||||
| Prepare a speech to be delivered on 15th October) “Reading Inspiration Day” in your school assembly: | |||||||||||
| The subject given to you is “Importance of Reading”. Use the following points: ● Increases knowledge ● Keeps one updated ● Ideal way to keep occupied ● Develops your vocabulary ● Develops the power of expression |
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| B2 | View - Counter View | ||||||||||
| Write your counterview on ‘Children should work to earn during vacations.ʼ Use the following points: View: ● Fruitful use of time ● Development of skills ● Financial support to own education and parents ● Knowledge of transaction ● Awareness of responsibility |
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| (Section VI Creative Writing) | |||||||||||
| Q7(A) | Do any one of the following A1 or A2 : | (5) | |||||||||
| A1 | Expand the theme | ||||||||||
| Expand the following idea into 100 words: Where there is a will, there is a way |
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| A2 | News Report : | ||||||||||
| Prepare a news report based on the following: ‘ʼAir pollution is question of life and deathʼʼ Says Supreme Court, Delhi. |
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| (B) | Developing a story / Narration : | (5) | |||||||||
| Do any one of the following : B1 or B2 | |||||||||||
| B1 | Developing a story. | ||||||||||
| Develop a story in about 80 100 words with the following ending. Give a suitable title to your story: ……………. I still cannot get over that terrible accident. |
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| B2 | Narrate an experience : | ||||||||||
| Narrate an experience in about 80 100 words with the help of the following beginning. Suggest a suitable title for it. I got up in the middle of the night, ……………. |
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