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ENGLISH PRAC

This document is a practice paper for ICSE Class 10 English Language, consisting of various sections including composition, letter writing, comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. It includes specific tasks such as writing a composition on given topics, answering comprehension questions based on a passage, and completing grammar exercises. The paper is designed to assess students' writing and comprehension abilities within a 2-hour timeframe for a maximum of 80 marks.

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ENGLISH PRAC

This document is a practice paper for ICSE Class 10 English Language, consisting of various sections including composition, letter writing, comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. It includes specific tasks such as writing a composition on given topics, answering comprehension questions based on a passage, and completing grammar exercises. The paper is designed to assess students' writing and comprehension abilities within a 2-hour timeframe for a maximum of 80 marks.

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ICSE Class 10 English Language Practice Paper

Time: 2 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80

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Question 1: Composition (20 Marks)


Write a composition of 300-350 words on any one of the following topics:

(a) Describe a time when you faced a major challenge and how you overcame it.
(b) "Technology has made life both easier and more complicated." Express your views either for or
against the statement.
(c) Write a short story ending with the words: "...and that was the moment I realized the true
meaning of friendship."
(d) "A day without electricity." Describe how you spent such a day.
(e) Imagine you are an environmental activist. Write a speech persuading students to take action to
protect the environment.

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Question 2: Letter Writing (10 Marks)


Write a letter on any one of the following:

(a) Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper expressing concern over the increasing number of
road accidents in your city and suggest measures to improve road safety.
(b) Write a letter to your friend narrating an interesting event that recently took place in your school.

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Question 3: Comprehension (20 Marks)


Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:
Passage:
Once upon a time in a quiet village nestled between two hills, there lived an old storyteller named
Mr. Rao. Every evening, children gathered around him to listen to his fascinating tales about kings,
warriors, and magical creatures. One evening, as the golden hues of the setting sun bathed the
village, Mr. Rao began a story about a lost kingdom buried deep beneath the sea. As he spoke, the
children's eyes widened in wonder. They imagined castles made of coral, treasure chests filled with
gleaming gold, and mermaids singing enchanting melodies. But just as Mr. Rao was about to reveal
the kingdom's secret, he paused and smiled. "That," he said, "is a story for another day."

Questions:
(a) Give the meaning of the following words as used in the passage: (3 Marks)
- nestled
- fascinating
- enchanting

(b) Answer the following questions briefly: (10 Marks)


1. Where did Mr. Rao live?
2. What did the children do every evening?
3. What was the story about on that particular evening?
4. How did the children react to Mr. Rao's storytelling?
5. Why did Mr. Rao stop before revealing the kingdom's secret?

(c) In not more than 60 words, summarize the main ideas of the passage. (7 Marks)

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Question 4: Grammar (20 Marks)

(a) Fill in the blanks with appropriate words: (5 Marks)


1. I wish I ______ (know) the answer to that question.
2. He is looking forward ______ (meet) his old friends.
3. The cake was shared ______ the five children.
4. She insisted ______ going to the party despite the rain.
5. The book was written ______ a famous author.

(b) Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given in brackets: (5 Marks)
1. She said, "I will finish my homework by evening." (Change into indirect speech)
2. The boy was too tired to complete his homework. (Rewrite using 'so...that')
3. The players were very excited. They won the match. (Combine into a single sentence)
4. If you work hard, you will succeed. (Use 'unless' instead of 'if')
5. The teacher praised the student. (Change into passive voice)

(c) Combine the following sentences without using "and," "but," or "so": (5 Marks)
1. He was late. He missed the train.
2. She practiced a lot. She won the competition.
3. The book was very interesting. I read it in one sitting.
4. The rain was heavy. The roads were flooded.
5. The baby was crying. The mother comforted him.

(d) Correct the errors in the following sentences: (5 Marks)


1. I am believing in hard work.
2. She did not wrote the essay.
3. The childrens are playing outside.
4. He is more taller than his brother.
5. We enjoyed a lot at the party.

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Question 5: Writing Skills (10 Marks)


(a) Write a notice informing students about an upcoming inter-school debate competition. (5 Marks)
(b) Write an email to the principal of a neighboring school inviting their students to participate in the
debate competition. (5 Marks)

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End of Paper

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