Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan Jammu Region

Sample Paper 2020—21 Solved Set 5

ENGLISH – Language and Literature (Code 184)
CLASS-X
Time allowed: 3 Hrs. Maximum Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This paper is divided into two sections: A, and B. All questions are compulsory.
2. Separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever necessary. Read these
instructions very carefully and follow them.
3. Do not exceed the prescribed word limit while answering the questions.

Part A (40 Marks)

READING (20 marks)
1. Read the passage given below.

Red Cross: How Hope Evolved

On June 24, 1859, Emperors Napoleon III and Franz Joseph I engaged in the Battle of
Solferino, commanding a combined total of about 270,000 troops onto the field for a single day
of battle. Nearly 40,000 were either dead, injured, or missing, many of whom were simply left
to die on the battlefield. Later, spectators crowded the fields, looking for loved ones, searching
for items they could sell, or simply taking in the horrors of the battle .A Swiss businessman and
social activist Jean Henri Dunant, who was traveling in Solferino witnessed all this.
Jean Henri Dunant witnessed the atrocities of war as well as the countries not prepared or
equipped to ease the suffering of those who had been injured in the Battle of Solferino. Dunant
organized a group of volunteers to help bring water and food to the injured, to assist with
medical treatment, or write letters to the families of those who were dying and he urged the
public to create an organization which would assist the wounded, regardless of which side they
fought for during times of war. After that moment, he wrote the book, A Memory of Solferino,
which urged the public to create an organization which would assist the wounded, regardless of
which side they fought for during times of war. His writing inspired countless others to rally
behind him in the creation of the International Federation of the Red Cross.
The modern-day Red Cross began by devoting itself largely to disaster relief and epidemic
treatment. This effort continues to this day. One of the easiest ways you can help the Red Cross
is to make sure you are able to donate blood and make an appointment at the Red Cross
website. But, donating blood isn't the only way you can help out—the Red Cross also
encourages donating your time if you can. This is what the Red Cross wants everyone to know.

On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer ANY TEN questions from the twelve
that follow. (1x10=10)

i. How many soldiers fought in the battle of Solferino on June 24?

a) 270,000
b) 40,000
c) 230,000
d) 23,000

ii. What is the correct order of the information given below:

I. Dunant organised a camp of volunteers.

II. Emperor Napoleon III and Franz Joseph I fought a battle.
III. The book ‘A Memory of Solferino was written.
IV. Dunant travelled in Solferino.
a) Option (1) IV, III, II, I

b) Option (2) I, II, III, IV

c) Option (3) II, I, IV, III

d) Option (4) II, IV, I, III

iii. The writer of 'A Memory of Solferino’ was:

a )Emperor Napoleon III

b) Franz Joseph I
c) Jean Henri Dunant
d) International Red Cross

iv. The modern day Red Cross does not deal with:

a) Blood donation
b) Disaster Relief
c) Epidemic Treatment
d). Writing a book

v. The most appropriate sub-heading to para 2 of the passage is:

a) How International Federation of Red Cross Evolved!

b) Functions of Red Cross
c) The Contributions of Jean Henri Dunant
d) The Battle of Solferino

vi. The aid provided by Dunant’s volunteers during the battle of Solferino was:
I . to help bring water and food to the injured
II . to assist with medical treatment
III. to write a book
IV. to give relief in epidemic

a) Option (1) I and III

b) Option (2) III and IV

c) Option (3) I and II

d) Option (4) II and III

vii. You can donate your blood and your _________ to Red Cross.

a) time
b) money
c) clothes
d) houses
viii. Jean Henri Dunant participated in the war.
a) true
b) false
c) none of the above

ix. Jean Henri Dunat was a----

 a) A Swiss businessman and social activist
b) An American news reporter
c) A Swiss businessman and newspaper reporter
d) A Artist and social reformer

x. Emperors Napoleon III and Franz Joseph I engaged in the Battle of

Solferino, in the year—

a) June 24, 1859

b) July 24, 1969
c) June 24,1979
d) July 24, 1989
xi.Jean Henri Dunat wrote a book,the name of the book was-

a) A Memory Of Solferino
b) A Memory of Dunat
c) A Memory of War
d) A Memory and War
xii. The synonym of `lessen ` as given in the paragraph 2 is:
a) ease
b) equipped
c) urged
d) donate
2. Read the passage carefully-
The Road to Success
1. The Road to success is not straight; there is a curve called failure, a loop called confusion, speed
bumps called friends, caution lights called family, and you will have flats called jobs. But, if you have a
spare called determination, an engine called perseverance, insurance called faith, and a driver called
God, you will make it to a place called success!
2. In spite of all our planning and preparation, unexpected challenges are certain to arise. The bumps in
the road are unavoidable, but you’ll never get to your destination if you aren’t willing to drive over
them. The difference between a disaster and triumph lies in whether or not you’re prepared and willing
to weather the storm. If you’re ready, those bumps will become stepping-stones.
3. The key thing to realize is that working harder is same as working smarter. How do you work
smarter? You just need to have the right skills. People want improved circumstances and better life
without an improved self. They want victory without paying the price or making efforts. It really cannot
happen without the other. Any improvements that have not been generated by improving yourself are
superficial and short-lived. If you want to have a better future, you have to change yourself. Stop
worrying about the various challenges that will come your way. Just believe in yourself and use them as
stepping-stones.
4. “Success” is getting whatever you want out of life without violating the rights of others.” It is not an
accident. Success is the result of our attitude and our attitude is a choice. Hence success is a matter of
choice and not chance.
5. Today success represents a holistic and positive attitude to life. Attitude is everything. Success is not
restricted within some kind of brick and mortar premises. It assumes the individuality of a complete act
executed with perfection; material achievements do not define life. We don’t remember sports stars for
the products they endorse but the spirit of achievement they represent. In the abundance of positive
attitude underline the grandeur of a truly rewarding rich life.
6. Success can be measured from two standpoints—the external and the internal. Externally it is the
measure of a job well done and recognition. Internally it the feeling of achievement and wholeness
derived from the completion of a task or fulfillment of desire.

On the basis of your understanding of the passage attempt ANY TEN questions from
the twelve that follow. (1x10=10)
i) The qualities lead to success are –
a) Determination
b) Perseverance
c) Faith
d) All the above

ii) Success represents a ------------------------------------------ attitude to life

a) competition and hardwork

b) holistic and positive
c) desire and grit
d) grandeur and rich life

iii) If you want to have a better future, you have to change yourself.

a) stop worrying about the challenges

b) use them as stepping stones
c) believe in yourself
d) all the above

iv) “Success” is getting whatever you want out of life without violating the rights of others.” It is not an
accident. Success is the result of our attitude and our attitude is a choice.
So success is a matter of-------
a) choice and desire
b) choice and chance
c) choice and urge
d) choice and need

v) Any improvements that have not been generated by improving yourself is-----

a) short lived and superficial

b) last long and eternal
c) give pleasure for short time
d) none of the above

vi) Success can be measured from two stand points--------

a) the external and internal

b) the inner and out
c) the exterior and interior
d) All the above

vii) The synonym of `victory ` as given in the paragraph 2 is—

a) planning
b) preparation
c) triumph
d) challenges

viii) The synonym of `Surplus` as given in paragraph 5 is-----

a) enough
b) abundance
c) more
 d) great
ix) The antonym of `defeat` as given in paragraph 6 is-------

a) Recognition
b) Achievement
c) Completion
d) Success
x) The antonym of `deep` in the paragraph 3 is ---

a) superficial
b) short lived
c) shallow
d) thorough

xi) The key thing to realize is that working harder is same as working smarter. How do you work smarter?
.
a) Have the right skills
b) have to change yourself
c) have to make efforts
d) all the above

xii) The antonym of ` obey` in paragraph 4 is -------

a) disregard
b) break
c) comply
d) violate

3. LITERATURE (10 marks)

Read the extracts given below and attempt ANY ONE, by answering the questions that follow (5x1)
A
The baker or bread-seller of those days had a peculiar dress known as the kabai. It was a single piece long
frock reaching down to the knees. In our childhood we saw bakers wearing shirt and trousers which were
shorter than full-length ones and longer than half pants. Even today, anyone who wears a half pant which
reaches just below the knees invites the comment that he is dressed like a pader!

i.Choose the answer that lists the correct option about the recording of the baker’s monthly accounts

a) Written on the dress

b) Remembered by the baker
c) Written on the wall
d) Calculated on the palm

ii. When the writer says, ‘Baking was indeed a profitable profession in the old days.’ he means that
a) Baking isn’t as popular in Goa currently.
b) Bakers have chosen to adopt other professions.
c) Baking, as a job, isn’t as gainful as it used to be.
d) Bakers’ goods were of a better quality in earlier times.

iii. The statement that is TRUE about payment collection, according to the passage is:

a) The baker received payment on a daily basis.

b) The baker was paid for his services at the end of the month.
c) The baker insisted that customers pay before the month-end.
d) The baker chose to receive payment any day of the month.
iv. The kabai was a ‘peculiar’ outfit as it was

a) A tight-fitting apparel.
b) Too colourful.
c) Made of unsuitable materials.
d) A dress-like attire.

v. The extract uses the phrase, ‘invites (the) comments’. Which of the following expressions is incorrect
with respect to the word ‘invites’?

a) trouble
b) prayer
c) guest
d) application
OR

B He who speaks peace should draw out the arrow of lamentation, and complaint and grief. He who has
drawn out the arrow and has become composed will obtain peace of mind, he who has overcome all
sorrow will become free from sorrow and be blessed.
i) Lamentation is composed with:
a) an arrow that pierces the heart of others.
b) a daggar that gives deep wound.
c) a sword that kills your peace of mind
d) a spear the pierces your heart

ii) One can get peace of mind by

a) taking out the arrows of lamentation, complaint and grief
b) not grieving and complaining
c) having faith in god
d) to feel sorry.
iii) One can be free from sorrow;
a) if he overcomes grief
b) if he stops lamenting it
c) if he takes it as a will of god
d) if he engages himself in the service of others
iv) The word lamentation means:
a) to wail
b) to express sorrow demonstratively
c) to regret stongly
d) to feel sorry
iv) Who is the speaker?
a) Kisa Gotami
b) Gautama Buddha
c) A pilgrim
d) Writer

4. Read the extracts given below and attempt ANY ONE, by answering the questions that follow. (5x1)
A
I saw it go
Merrily bouncing, down the street, and then
Merrily over — there it is in the water!
No use to say ‘O there are other balls’:
An ultimate shaking grief fixes the boy
As he stands rigid, trembling, staring down
All his young days into the harbour where
His ball went
i. The poet uses the ball as a symbol of the boy’s
a) Sense of adventure.
b) Carefree childhood days.
c) Ability to bounce back.
d) Extended family.
ii. The poet feels that there is no point consoling the boy as
a) It would give him false hope.
b) He might demand for a new ball.
c) It might distress him further.
d) Whatever he has lost is irretrievable.
iii. The word ‘harbour’ DOES NOT have a meaning similar to
a) Port.
b) Pier.
c) Dock.
d) Cargo.
iv. ‘Merrily over — there it is in the water!’ The dash here is meant to convey
a) Some familiar experience.
b) a feeling of excitement.
c) A sense of unexpected interruption.
d) Some thoughtful moments.
v. The word that DOES NOT indicate a physical manifestation of sorrow in the boy, is
a) Worthless.
b) Shaking.
B OR
Belinda embraced him, Mustard licked him,
No one mourned for his pirate victim
Ink and Blink in glee did gyrate
Around the dragon that ate the pirate

(i) Whom did Belinda embrace?

(a) Custard the dragon
(b) Little yellow dog
(c) Little black kitten
(d) Ink
(ii) What did the Mustard do?
(a) He ate the banana
(b) He ate the pirate
(c) He licked the dragon
(d) he mourned for his pirate victim
(iii) The word `mourned ` means
(a) Lamented
(b) Happy
(c) Jumped
(d) Rejected
(iv) In glee did gyrate mean ------
(a) They danced happily
(b) They ran round each other
(c) They circled each other
(d) They played games
(v) Everyone embraced Custard because----
(a) He tickled Belinda
(b) He scared Mustard
(c) He fought Blink
 (d) He killed the pirate

GRAMMAR (10 marks)

Q.5 Complete the paragraph given below by filling in the blanks choosing the correct option from those
that follow- ( 1x3)

Elephants (a) _____ the largest land mammals. Three species of elephants (b) _____ living today.
Elephants (c) ________other Elephantidae were once classified with other thick skinned

(a) (i) is
(ii) are
(iii) was
(iv) were

(b) (i) are living

(ii) have been living
(iii) had been living
(iv) will be living
(c) (i) with
(ii) also
(iii) and
(iv) but

6. Choose the correct options to fill in the blanks to complete the following narration.
(3x1)
Suresh: Can I go for shopping now?
Shyam: No, you can’t.
Suresh: Why do you stop me?
Shyam: Because you have not completed your home work.
Suresh: Oh! Completing the HW will take another 4 hrs.
Complete the following based on the conversation given above.
Suresh asked whether (i) ____________________
Shyam said (ii) ____________________
Then Suresh wanted to know (iii) ___________________
(i) a) he could go for shopping
b) he would go for shopping
c) he may go for shopping
(ii) a)he would not
b) he could not
c) he won`t
(iii) a)he had stopped him
b)he didn`t stop him
c) he stopped him

7. Fill in the blanks by choosing the correct options for ANY FOUR of the six sentences given below.
(4x1)

(i) You …………………… consult the Thesaurus if you need groups of synonyms for those words.
a) had to
b) need to
c) used to
d) might
(ii) Everybody …………… keen to participate in the upcoming nukkad natak.
a) are
b) has
c) is
d) were

(iii) The good news is that…………… volunteers dropped out this month than the last two.
a) fewer
b) less
c) few
d) a little

(iv) It was …………… historic day for the organisation when ……………. honour was bestowed
upon its employees.
a) a; an
b) an; the
c) the; a
d) an; a

(v) At this time tomorrow we ………………………. our project details to ma’am.

a) are presenting
b) shall be presenting
c) have been presenting
d) will have presenting

(vi) The Komodo dragon …………… follow its prey till it will eventually dies due to its
venomous bite.
a) must
b) will
c) could
d) may

Section B
WRITING (2x5= 10 marks)
8. Attempt ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words. (5 marks)
(A) You are Neha/Nihal Singh, Computer In-charge of Army Public School. Your school wishes to buy
20 computers and computer accessories from Apple Inc., Nehru Place, New Delhi. Draft a letter placing
an order for the same.

OR
(B)
You are Anurag/Anandi, a resident of Devan Nagar Colony, Bhubaneshwar, and Orissa. You have
noticed that some residents of your colony are repeatedly violating quarantine rules laid out during the
outbreak of the COVID–19 pandemic.Write a letter to The Editor of the `The Times Of India`, drawing
attention towards the same. Explain how such acts impact the health of the community and request the
immediate authorities to see to it.

9. Attempt ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words. (5 marks)

(A) Question: The pie chart shows the proportion of people from different households living in poverty in
the UK in 2002. Write an analytical paragraph to describe the information in 100-120 words.

The Pie chart below displays data. Write a paragraph analyzing the given data.
 OR

(B) Question 9: The noise pollution in Delhi has been growing at an alarming rate. Some loudspeakers,
construction site sounds and honking of horn have disturbed basic living patterns. Write a paragraph in
100- 120 words on the “Effects of Noise Pollution” and how to control it.

LITERATURE
10. Answer ANY TWO questions in 20-30 words each, from (A) and (B) respectively.
(2x4=8)
(A) (any two) (2x2=4)

i. What are the reasons which prompt Lomov to make a proposal to Natalya ?
ii. Why did Belinda tickle the dragon?
iii. How is bread an important part of life in Goa.

(B) (Any two) (2x2=4)

i. Bholi was a neglected child. Give reason for your answer.

ii. Why was Matilda always unhappy?
iii. Who was the Hack Driver What really hurt the lawyer`s feeling?

11. Answer ANY TWO questions in 40-50 words each, from (A) and (B) respectively.
(3x4=12)
(A) (Any two) (3x2=6)
i.What is the theme or the central idea of Robert Frost`s poem `Dust Of Snow`? How has it been
illustrated?
ii. How did Mandela`s understanding of freedom change with age and experience?

iii. What is the Indian legend regarding the discovery of tea leaves.

(B) (Any two) (3x2=6)

i. What are the qualities that go into the making of the scientist?
ii. How did Griffin become a homeless wanderer without clothes and money?

iii. What didn`t Madam Forestier recognize Matilda? How did both the ladies look?
12. Answer ANY ONE the following in 100-120 words. (5x1)
(A)” Faith can move mountains.” Elaborate with reference to ‘A Letter to God’.
OR

(B ) Life is full of trials and tribulations which can be overcome by a human being through his own
efforts. Explain with reference to Kisa Gotami’s life.

13. Answer ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words. (5x1)

‘How would it have been if she had not lost the Necklace? Who knows? How singular is life, and how full
of changes! How small a thing will ruin or save one!’
(A) Ostentation and vanity often land people in trouble. Matilda is an apt example of this. Justify.
OR
(B) Draw a character-sketch of Bholi in your own words, highlighting her transformation from a
``harmless dumb cow”to a fearless and independent girl. `. Explain how ability and courage are essential
to fulfill one’s dream.