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TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD CLASS 10 ENGLISH 2022

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
The great expanse of sea stretched down beneath.
a.
inferior
b.
above
c.
below Correct Answer
d.
higher
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The word "beneath" means "below," so the correct choice is (c) below. The other options do not match the meaning: inferior means lower in status, above means over, and higher means at a greater level.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
It is a 55 foot sailing vessel built indigenously in India.
a.
domestically Correct Answer
b.
spuriously
c.
globally
d.
unsafely
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The word "indigenously" means "natively" or "domestically." So the correct answer is (a) domestically. The other options are incorrect because spuriously means falsely, globally means worldwide, and unsafely means in a dangerous way.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
We had reached a point where the road bifurcated.
a.
ended
b.
divided into two Correct Answer
c.
connected
d.
collapsed
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The word "bifurcated" means "split into two parts" or "divided into two." Therefore, the correct answer is (b) divided into two. The other choices do not convey this meaning.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
He could not rise, exhausted by the strange exercise.
a.
crippled
b.
weakened Correct Answer
c.
energetic
d.
surprised
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In this sentence, "exhausted" means very tired or weakened. So the correct answer is (b) weakened. The other options are not suitable: crippled means disabled, energetic means full of energy, and surprised means feeling astonished.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
But it would have been frustrating and difficult.
a.
annoying Correct Answer
b.
pleasing
c.
disappointing
d.
gigantic
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The word "frustrating" means causing annoyance or irritation. Hence, the correct answer is (a) annoying. Pleasing means enjoyable, disappointing is similar in meaning but not the best synonym here, and gigantic means very large.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
I love it when people appreciate the food that I cook.
a.
dispose
b.
judge
c.
admire Correct Answer
d.
despise
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The word "appreciate" in this context means "admire" or "value." So the correct answer is (c) admire. The other words do not fit: dispose means get rid of, judge means form an opinion, and despise means hate.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
Choose the correct plural form of 'deer' from the following:
a.
deers
b.
dears
c.
deer Correct Answer
d.
deeres
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The word "deer" has the same form in both singular and plural. So the correct plural form is (c) deer. The other options are incorrect because deers, dears, and deeres are not standard plural forms.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
Form a derivative by adding the right prefix to the word 'understand'.
a.
dis
b.
in
c.
mis Correct Answer
d.
im
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The correct prefix to form a derivative of "understand" is "mis," giving the word "misunderstand." Therefore, the correct answer is (c) mis. The other prefixes do not form a correct word in this context.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
Choose the correct expansion of the abbreviation BPT.
a.
Bachelor of Para Therapy
b.
Bachelor of Past Treatment
c.
Bachelor of Psychological Treatment
d.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy Correct Answer
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BPT stands for Bachelor of Physiotherapy, so option (d) is correct. The other options are not the standard expansion of this abbreviation.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
Complete the following sentence with the most appropriate phrasal verb given below. It helps to __________ the calories.
a.
warm up
b.
stretch out
c.
put on
d.
burn off Correct Answer
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The correct phrasal verb is "burn off" because calories are used up or eliminated through activity. The other options do not fit the meaning of losing calories.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Choose the suitable option to pair it with the word 'boarding' to form a compound word.
a.
pass
b.
card
c.
fast
d.
pause
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate preposition given below. The fox jumped __________ the well.
a.
on
b.
into
c.
in
d.
to
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
Complete the following sentence using the most appropriate tense form of the verb given below. If I were a millionaire, I __________ the needy.
a.
would help
b.
would have helped
c.
will help
d.
can help
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
Choose the most appropriate linker from the given four alternatives. __________ he was honest, he was punished.
a.
While
b.
As
c.
Though
d.
But
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Q15 short answer 2 marks
Why did the seagull fail to fly?
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Q16 short answer 2 marks
What does the term circumnavigation mean?
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Q17 short answer 2 marks
What did Aditya offer Sanyal?
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Q18 short answer 2 marks
How does David operate computers with the Liberator Communication Device?
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Q19 short answer 2 marks
Let me but live my life from year to year, With forward face and unreluctant soul; (a)Whom does the word 'me' refer to? (b)What kind of life does the poet want to lead?
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Q20 short answer 2 marks
Strong is she in her faith and beliefs. “Persistence is the key to everything,” says she. (a)What is she strong about? (b)How does she deal with adversities in life?
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Q21 short answer 2 marks
Don’t ever try to saw her pride, her self-respect. She knows how to thaw you, saw you - so beware! (a)What do the words 'thaw' and 'saw' mean here? (b)What is the tone of the author?
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Q22 short answer 2 marks
Some water, coal, and oil is all we ask, And a thousandth of an inch to give us play: (a)Who does 'we' refer to? (b)What do they ask for?
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Q23 short answer 2 marks
Rewrite the following sentence in other voice. Rosy will solve the problem.
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Q24 short answer 2 marks
Change into indirect speech. Somu said, “It’s his favourite pet.”
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Q25 short answer 2 marks
Punctuate the following sentence. O my young gentleman said ariel.
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Q26 short answer 2 marks
Combine the following sentence into a simple sentence. I saw a tiger. It was wounded.
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Q27 short answer 2 marks
Rearrange the words in the correct order to make meaningful sentences. (a)loan/apply/you/if/for/you/a/get/will/immediately/it/ (b)himself/preferred/he/mail/by/handling
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Q28 short answer 2 marks
You are near the School. A stranger asks you to direct him to the Government Hospital. Give instructions to help him.
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Q29 long answer 5 marks
Explain the experience of the young seagull in “His First Flight” written by Liam O’Flaherty.
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Q30 long answer 5 marks
Highlight the factors responsible for the All-Women Indian Navy crew to carry out their expedition.
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Q31 long answer 5 marks
“Man does change with time” - What were the various changes that came about in Aditya?
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Q32 long answer 5 marks
“Technology is a boon to the disabled”. Justify.
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Q33 long answer 5 marks
Describe the journey of life as depicted in the poem by Henry Van Dyke.
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Q34 long answer 5 marks
What qualities have made women powerful?
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Q35 short answer
Read the following stanza and answer the questions given below. We can pull and haul and push and lift and drive, We can print and plough and weave and heat and light, We can run and race and swim and fly and dive, We can see and hear and count and read and write!
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Q36 short answer 2 marks
Pick out the rhyming words from the given stanza.
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Q36 short answer
Paraphrase the following stanza. A woman is beauty innate, A symbol of power and strength. She puts her life at stake, She’s real, she’s not fake! The summer of life she’s ready to see in spring.
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Q37 short answer 1 mark
Give the rhyme scheme for the given stanza.
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Q37 short answer 5 marks
Rearrange the following sentences in coherent order. (i) He ordered Ariel to torment the inmates of the ship. (ii) Prospero and Miranda came to an island and lived in a cave. (iii) He raised a violent storm in the sea to wreck the ship of his enemies. (iv) Using his powers, Prospero released the good spirits from large bodies of trees. (v) Ariel was instructed to bring Ferdinand, the prince of Naples to his cave.
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Q38 short answer 1 mark
Identify the figure of speech employed in the first line of the given stanza.
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Q38 short answer
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. Arvind, finding that Zigzag was sulkily refusing to say a word despite all their efforts at striking a conversation, dashed into the kitchen to return with a plate heaped hurriedly with juicy fruit slices and some nuts. Bored eyes brightened momentarily as Zigzag picked up a walnut. But refusing to speak, he dropped one wrinkled eyelid in a solemn wink and flew clumsily to deposit the nut on the enormous chandelier hanging from the ceiling. Bit by bit, and in total silence, all the fruit on the plate was transferred to the chandelier and on to the blades of the ceiling fan. Then perching comfortably on a curtain rod, Zigzag winked and sank his beak into a plump guava. Questions : (a) Did Zigzag converse with the inmates of the house ? (b) What made Arvind rush into the kitchen ? (c) What did Arvind bring for the bird ? (d) Where did Zigzag transfer all the fruits and nuts ? (e) Where did Zigzag perch comfortably ?
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Q39 short answer 1 mark
Pick out the alliterating words in the second line.
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Q39 long answer 5 marks
Colourful and beautiful toys - Eco-friendly - non-toxic - handy - buy one get one - discount 10% - 4, Amman Koil Street, Salem. Prepare an attractive advertisement using the hints given above.
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Q40 long answer
Write a letter to a newspaper highlighting the unhygienic condition of your area.
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Q41 long answer
You are Akash/Anita. Head of the Sports Club in your school. Your school is participating in The National Chess Championship next month. Write a notice to the students inviting them to participate.
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Q42 long answer
Look at the following picture and express your views on it in a paragraph of five sentences.
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Q43 long answer
Make notes or write a summary of the following passage. A forest is known as an intricate ecosystem that is densely covered with trees, shrubs, grasses and mosses. The trees and other plants that form a part of the forest create an environment that is healthy for breeding several species. Thus it becomes a habitat for a large variety of wild animals and birds. Different types of forests grow in different parts of the world. These are mainly divided into three categories - Rain Forests, Coniferous Forests and Deciduous Forests. Forests form an important part of the ecological system mainly because they aid biodiversity. Unfortunately, forests are being cut at rapid speed to serve various purposes. The increase in the demand of various commodities derived from the trees that grow in different forests and need to accommodate the growing population are the major reasons for deforestation. It is important to realise that forests are essential for the survival of mankind. Forests help in purifying the atmosphere, aid in c
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Q43 long answer
Make notes or write a summary of the following passage.
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Q44 short answer
Identify the errors in the following sentences and rewrite them correctly. (a)The ship with its crew were drowned. (b)He is angry on me. (c)Games and sports helps in recreation. (d)The poet and actor are dead. (e)I live in United States.
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Q45 long answer 5 marks
Quote from memory. 1x5=5 Not mourning for the ...................... ...................... travels on with cheer.
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Q46 long answer
Write a paragraph of about 150 words by developing the following hints. (a)Inhabitants of the island - Prospero and Miranda - Prospero, magical powers - his brother Antonio, king of Naples, his son Ferdinand and Gonzalo - on the ship - Prospero raised storm - repent for the injustice - instructed Ariel to bring Ferdinand - Miranda had more concern - Prospero set severe task - he forgave all - restored dukedom. OR (b)Dr. Ashok - entrusts his - pet bird - Dr. Krishnan - children excited of his entry - it can speak - 21 - languages - Zigzag - sleeps endlessly - with heavy snore - no peace - at home - Mrs. Krishnan - not happy - shouts and asks for solutions - Dr. Krishnan writes - to Ashok - finding solution - no reply - Dr. Krishnan - takes Zigzag to clinic - turn of event - Zigzag - takes - care of - the orderliness - clinic - very quiet - all suprised - Zigzag commands - Dr. Krishnan happy - finds - secret - Zigzag - must be engaged - if not he sleeps - family is happy with his presence.
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Q52 short answer
What did NTPC plan to establish ?
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Q53 short answer
When did the meeting take place between the managers of TNEB and NTPC ?
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Q54 short answer
How long did it take to complete the project ?
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Q55 short answer
What was the role of the Government of Tamil Nadu in this project ?
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Q56 long answer
Read the following poem and answer the questions given below. As we rush, as we rush in the train, The trees and the houses go wheeling back, But the starry heavens above the plain Come flying on our track. All the beautiful stars of the sky, The silver doves of the forest of Night, Over the dull earth swarm and fly, Companions of our flight. We will rush ever on without fear; Let the goal be far, the flight be fleet! For we carry the Heavens with us, dear, While the earth slips from our feet! Questions :
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Q57 short answer
What happens to the trees and houses when the train speeds ?
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Q58 short answer
How do the sky and star move then ?
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Q59 short answer
How are the stars and night described ?
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Q60 short answer
How does the poet deal with the Heavens and earth, during the journey ?
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