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PREFACE

CBSE always believes in Global Trends of Educational Transformation and Continual Improvement

Process which means that the Board continually examines its processes and curriculum to evolve and find

resonance amongst the educational fraternity. In this context, CBSE has yet proposed a remodeled stassessment structure on 31 January 2017 notifying the restoration of Class X Board examination,

thereby eliminating the semester system of evaluation (popularly called CCE) applicable from the

academic year 2017-18 onwards.

We at Oswaal Books are always proactive to follow the changes proposed by the Board and implement

the same as soon as possible to put the students, parents and teachers at ease. The Oswaal Question

Banks have been modified and rewritten as per the latest Board guidelines in order to supplement the

need of the students during the entire academic year.

As the CBSE remodeled assessment structure is divided in two major parts namely Internal

Assessment and Board Examinations, Oswaal Question Banks have been designed to assist students to

prepare for their periodic tests, internal assignments as well as the Board examinations with equal ease.

Oswaal Question Banks will not only help students with regular studies but will also equip the teachers

with the most updated study material for the class.

The Question Banks have been designed with a lot of care and attention to details. All chapters are

arranged 'TOPICWISE' where each topic is explained in detail and covers all typologies of Questions

specified by CBSE, with well labelled diagrams and high quality figures/diagrams for fast learning.

Answers from CBSE Marking scheme are highlighted in order to specify the correct method of answering

questions for attaining maximum marks. We hope to make Oswaal Question Banks a student's best

companion to sail through the entire academic year smoothly.

Last but not the least, we would like to offer heartfelt gratitude to our authors, editors, reviewers and

specially students who regularly send us suggestions which helps in continuous improvement of this

book and makes it stand out as “One of the Best” in its category.

We, at Oswaal Books, wish you all a very Happy Learning and a successful 2017-18!!

-Team Oswaal

1. Chapter-wise and Topic–wise presentation

in Question Banks facilitates systematic

study.

2. Question Banks can be referred to by the

students throughout the year as well as at

the completion of each chapter in school.

3. Question Banks, take into account any

changes in syllabus or layout and hence

are fully updated and aligned as per the

latest specifications by the Board.

Why Topic Wise Question Banks Are A Better Choice than Previous Year’s Papers ?

Question Banks Previous Years’ Papers

1. Year Wise presentation restricts methodical

flow of learning.

2. These can be referred to only after the

completion of the full syllabus in school.

3. Previous Years' questions cannot be

changed and hence fail to be adept with the

latest Board specifications

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Ruskin Bond

Ruskin Bond also acted in an Indian movie based on one of his stories.The Name of the movie is “7 khoon maaf” based on his novel “Susana’sseven husbands”.

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SYLLABUS

SECTION WISE WEIGHTAGE IN ENGLISH COMMUNICATIVE3 Hours Marks 80

(Code No. 101) Class - X English Communicative

Section Unit Marks

A Reading Skills 20

B Writing Skills with Grammar 30

C Literature Textbook and Extended Reading Text 30

Total 80

Latest Syllabus issued by CBSE for Academic Year 2017-18

Note : The Board examination will be of 80 marks, with a duration of three hours.

SECTION A: READING 20 Marks 50 PeriodsThis section will have two unseen passages of a total of 700-750 words as per the details below :

Q. 1: A Factual passage 300-350 words with eight Very Short Answer Type (VSA) Questions. 8 marks

Q. 2: A Discursive passage of 350-400 words with four Short Answer Type Questions of eight marks to test

inference, evaluation and analysis and four VSA to test vocabulary and comprehension (two VSA for

vocabulary and two for comprehension) 12 marks

SECTION B: WRITING & GRAMMAR 30 Marks 60 PeriodsWriting : –

Q. 3: Formal Letter (Complaints / Inquiry / Placing order / letter to the editor) in about 100-120 words. The

questions will be thematically based on the Main Course Book. 8 marks

Q. 4: Writing a short story based on a given outline or cue/s in about 200 - 250 words. 10 marksGrammar : –

The Grammar syllabus will include the following areas in class X :

1. Tenses 2. Modals

3. Use of passive voice 4. Subject – verb concord

5. Reporting

(i) Commands and requests (ii) Statements (iii) Questions

6. Clauses:

(i) Noun clauses (ii) Adverb clauses (iii) Relative clauses

7. Determiners 8. Prepositions

The above items may be tested through test types as given below :

Q. 5: Gap filling with one or two words to test Prepositions, Articles, Conjunctions and Tenses. 4 marks

Q. 6: Editing or Omission 4 marks

Q. 7: Sentences reordering or Sentence Transformation in context. 4 marks

SECTION C: LITERATURE TEXTBOOK & EXTENDED READING TEXT 30 Marks 60 PeriodsQ. 8. One out of two extracts from prose/poetry/play for reference to the context. Four Very Short Answer

Questions : two questions of one mark each for global comprehension and two questions of one mark

each for interpretation. 4 marks

Q.9. Four Short Answer type Questions from the Literature Reader to test local and global

comprehension of theme and ideas (30-40 words each) 2x4 = 8 Marks

Q.10. One out of two Long Answer type Questions to assess how the values inherent in the text have been

brought out. Creativity, imagination and extrapolation beyond the text and across the texts will be

assessed. (100-120 words). 8 marks

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Q.11. One out of two very Long Answer Questions on theme or plot involving interpretation, inference and

character, in about 200-250 words based on the prescribed novel text for extended reading. 10 Marks

Prescribed Books: Published by CBSE, New Delhi

Interact in English Seriesl l Main Course Book (Revised Editions) Workbook (Revised Editions)

l Literature Reader (Revised Editions)

Extended Reading Text (either one)

l unabridged edition) The Diary of a Young Girl – 1947 by Anne Frank (

l – 1903 by Helen Keller (unabridged edition) The Story of My Life

Reading Section: Reading for comprehension, critical evaluation, inference and analysis are skills to be tested.

Writing Section: All types of short and extended writing tasks will be dealt with.

Grammar: Grammar items mentioned in the syllabus will be taught and assessed over a period of time. There

will be no division of syllabus for Grammar.

Listening and Speaking Skills. 50 Periods

PROSE 1. Two Gentlemen of Verona

2. Mrs. Packletide's Tiger

3. The Letter

4. A Shady Plot

5. Patol Babu

6. Virtually True

TEXTBOOKS – Literature ReaderPOETRY1. The Frog and

the Nightingale

2. M irror

3. Not Marble, nor the

Gilded Monuments

4. Ozymandias

5. T he Rime of Ancient Mariner

6. Snake

DRAMA

1. The Dear Departed

2. J ulius Caesar

MAIN COURSE BOOK

1. Health & Medicine

2. Education

3. Science

4. Environment

5. Travels and Tourism

6. National Integration

Long Reading Text/Novel (either one)

The Diary of a Young Girl – 1947 June 12, 1942 to August 01, 1944 by Anne Frank (Unabridged Edition)

OR

The Story of My Life – 1903 Chapter 1–23 by Helen Keller (Unabridged Edition)

WORK BOOK* – Suggested Break-up of Units for the Purpose of Classroom teaching only – NOT FOR

TESTING (see the following note).

1 Determiners 2 Tenses 3 Subject-Verb Agreement

4 Non-Finites 5 Relatives 6 Connectors

7 Conditionals 8 Comparison 9 Avoiding Repetition

10 Nominalization 11 Modals 12 Active and Passive

13 Reported Speech 14 Prepositions

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CBSE/CM/2017

Subject : Restoring of class X Board examination with effect from the Academic Year 2017-18.

Consequent upon the decision taken by the Governing Body of the Board, the duel scheme of examination for

Class-X known hitherto as Scheme-I and Scheme-II shall stand discontinued for the students appearing in Class-X

from the Academic Year 2017-18 and onwards. The examination from Academic Year 2017-18 and onwards would

be conducted as per the remodeled assessment structure explained below. However, for Class-X students

appearing in Academic Year 2016-17 examination, the existing scheme of assessment would apply.

A. Remodeled assessment structure effective from the Academic Year 2017-18 for Class-X

1. Scholastic Area

(i) Periodic Test (10 marks) :

The school should conduct three periodic written tests in the entire academic year and the average of the best

two will be taken. The schools have the autonomy to make its own schedule. However, for the purpose of

gradient learning, three tests may be held as one being the mid-term test and other the two being pre-mid and

post mid-term with portion of syllabus cumulatively covered. The gradually increasing portion of contents

would prepare students acquire confidence for appearing in the Board examination with 100% syllabus. The

school will take the average of the best two tests for final marks submission.

(ii) Notebook Submission (5 marks) :

Notebook submission as a part of internal assessment is aimed at enhancing seriousness of students towards

preparing notes for the topics being taught in the classroom as well as assignments. This also addresses the

critical aspect of regularity, punctuality, neatness and notebook upkeep.

(iii) Subject Enrichment Activities (5 marks) :

These are subjest specific application activities aimed at enrichment of the understanding and skill development.

These activities are to be recorded internally by respective subject teachers.

Total 100 marks (Syllabus for assessment will be only Class-X)

Subject 80 Marks 20 Marks (Internal Assessment) (Board Examination) Student has to secure 33% marks out of overall 20 marks Student has to secure earmarked in each subject 33% marks out of 80 Periodic Test Notebook Subject Enrichment marks in each subject (10 marks) Submission Activity (5 Marks) (5 Marks)

(i) (ii) (iii) Language 1 Board will conduct Class-X Periodic written This will cover : Speaking and Examination for 80 marks Test, restricted to l Regularity listening skillsLanguage 2 in each subject covering three in each l Assignment Speaking and 100% syllabus of the subject in an completion listening skillsScience subject of Class-X only. Academic Year. l Neatness & Practical Lab Work upkeep of Marks and Grades both Average of the Mathematics notebook Maths Lab Practicalwill be awarded for best two tests to Individual subjects. be taken for final Social Science Map work and9- point grading will be marks submission

project worksame as followed by the Board in Class XII

th6th Additional Scheme of studies for 6 additional subject is detailed in Annexure – IthSubject Note : In case student opts a language as 6 additional subject the modalities defined

for Languages I and II shall be followed.

Circular No.: Acad – 14/2017 (Date : 31/01/2017)

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For Languages : Activities conducted for subject enrichment in languages should aim at equipping the learner

to develop effective speaking and listening skills.

For Mathematics : The listed laboratory activities and projects as given in the prescribed publication of

CBSE/NCERT may be followed.

For Science : The listed practical works/activities may be carried out as prescribed by the CBSE in the

Curriculum.

For Social Science : Map and project work may be undertaken as prescribed by the CBSE in the Curriculum.

2. Co-Scholastic Activities :

Schools should promote co-curricular activites for the holistic development of the student. These activities

will be graded on a 5-point grading scale (A to E) and will have no descriptive indicators. No upscaling of grades

will be done.

Activities To be graded on a Areas and Objectives 5- point scale (as prescribed in the Scheme of Studies for (A-E) in school Subjects of Internal Assessment

Work Education By the Concerned Work Education is a distinct curricular area for student for

or Pre-Vocational Teacher participation in social, economic and welfare activities.

Education Student gets a sense of community service and develops self-

reliance. (for Pre-Vocational Education as per Scheme of

Studies)

Art Education By the VA/PA or the Art Education constitutes an important area of curricular

Concerned Teacher activity for development of wholesome personality of the

students. Students will select one or more forms of creative arts.

Health & Physical By the PE Teacher Health & Physical Activity preferably sports must be given a

Education (Sports/ regular period. Students should be provided opportunities to

Martial Arts/Yoga/ get professionally trained in the area of their interest.

NCC etc.) Indigenous sports, yoga and NCC must be encouraged in the

the schools creating a sense of physical fitness, discipline,

sportsmanship, patriotism, self-sacrifice and health care.

3. Discipline (Attendance, Sincerity, Behaviour, Values) :

Discipline significantly impacts career shaping and it helps build character. Sincerity, good behavior

and values develop strength and foster unity and co-operation. Therefore, the element of discipline has

been introduced. Class teacher will be responsible for grading the students on a Five-point scale (A

to E).

The Internal assessment comprising 20 marks (10+5+5) entails objectivity and a structured

approach.For a holistic assessment, the teachers are expected to make it an effective tool.

B. Documentation :

Records pertaining to the internal assessment of the students done by the schools will be maintained

for a period of three months from the date of declaration of result for verification at the discretion of

the Board. Subjudiced cases, if any or those involving RTI/Grievances may however be retained beyond

three months.

C. Assessment Scheme for Class-VI to IX in the CBSE affiliated schools :

The CBSE affiliated schools, for the purpose of uniformity in classes VI to IX may, replicate the same

assessment model as described above for Class-X for Academic Year 2017-18.

The above scheme must be implemented in letter and spirit.

Additional Subject Annexure– I

Excerpt only

Subject : FIT/ICT Board Class-X Examination for 40 marks Practical Examination 60 marks

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SOLVEDPAPER

C.B.S.E.2017

Class–XDelhi & Outside Delhi

EnglishCommuni-

cative

Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 70

General Instructions : (i) The Question paper is divided into three sections :

Section A — Reading 20 marks

Section B — Writing and Grammar 25 marks

Section C — Literature 25 marks (ii) All questions are compulsory. (iii) You may attempt any section at a time. (iv) All questions of that particular section must be attempted in the correct order.

Delhi Set-II Code No. 1/1/2

SECTION A – (Reading) 20 marks1. Read the passage carefully : 8 I was born in the small but beautiful mountain village of Nakuri near Uttarkashi in Garhwal, with the gurgling,

playful Bhagirathi river flowing nearby. My parents were a hard-working and extremely self-contained couple. Even though our family was poor, barely managing the essentials, my father taught us how to live and maintain dignity and self-respect — the most treasured family value till today. At the same time my parents also practised the creed, "Kindness is the essence of all religion." They were large-hearted, inviting village folk passing by to have tea at our home, and gave grain to the sadhus and pandits who came to the house. This characteristic has been ingrained in me so deeply that I am able to reach out to others and make a difference in their lives — whether it is in my home, in society or at the work place.

I was the third child in the family — girl, boy, girl, girl and boy in that order — and quite a rebel. I developed a tendency to ask questions and was not satisfied with the customary way of life for a girl-child. When I found my elder brother, Bachchan, encouraging our youngest brother, Raju, to take up mountaineering I thought, why not me ? I found that my brothers were always getting preferential treatment and all opportunities and options were open to them. This made me even more determined to not only do what the boys were doing, but to do it better.

The general thinking of mountain people was that mountaineering as a sport was not for them. They considered themselves to be born mountaineers as they had to go up and down mountain slopes for their daily livelihood and even for routine work. On the other hand, as a student, I would look curiously at foreign backpackers passing by my village and wonder where they were going. I would even invite them to my house and talk to them to learn more about their travels. The full significance of this came to me later when I started working. The foreigners took the trouble to come all the way to the Himalayas in order to educate themselves on social, cultural and scientific aspects of mountaineering, as well as to seek peace in nature's gigantic scheme of things.

1.1 Answer the following questions : 1 × 8 = 8 (a) What does the author tell about the financial condition of her parents ? (b) What is the most treasured value of the author's family ? (c) Give an example to show that the author's parents were very hospitable. (d) What kind of girl was the author ? (e) How do you know that the author's parents discriminated between sons and daughters ? (f) Why do the mountain people consider themselves to be born mountaineers ?

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(g) Why would the author invite foreign mountaineers to her house ? (h) Why were foreigners drawn to the Himalayas ?2. Read the passage carefully : 12 1 One would imagine that at the very sight of the panther, deer, antelopes, and its other preys would just run

for their lives. Nothing of the sort. They all stand their ground and make such a loud noise that the panther is left with no other choice except to leave quietly. I have seen a tiny chital baby standing in the middle of an opening in the forest, stamping its feet on the ground and shooing away a tiger. With the white of its erect tail showing, it kept up its shrill call until the tiger made itself scarce. No tiger in its senses would attempt to catch such an impertinent brat, just as you would not dream of catching an offending crow cawing away in your verandah.

2 While the panther sticks to cover and hugs the edge of the forest, the game animals, on the other hand, like to assemble right out in open vast grazing grounds. Open spaces which the panther carefully avoids, are what the game animals deliberately seek.

3 It is difficult to describe the pandemonium kicked up by various animals when they spot or suspect a panther around. The chital strikes a shrill note, the kakar emits a deafening bark and the sambar rings a bell. The peacock on its perch, the jungle fowl on the ground, and the monkey on treetops, all join in the chorus of condemnation of the panther. They curse the panther in their own inimitable language. The resulting confusion of sounds is so irritating to the sharp ears of the panther that it is left with no other option except to go away.

4 The panther has thus to deal with its ever alert and watchful associates who show no mercy and expect none. It is a fight between finesse and flight, between clever attack and skilful defence.

5 Contrary to the common belief, the panther never springs upon its prey. It stalks as close to its victim as it can manage, and then makes the final dash by rushing at it at a lightning speed.

2.1 Answer the following questions : 2 × 4 = 8 (a) What strategy do animals like deer, antelopes, etc. adopt to drive away the panther ? (b) How do the panther and the game animals (deer, antelopes, etc) react to open spaces ? (c) What effect does the loud noise made by birds and animals have on the panther ? (d) How does the panther kill its prey ? 2.2 Find the meanings of the words given below with the help of the options that follow : 1 × 4 = 4 (a) shrill (Para 1) (i) rude (ii) high (iii) offensive (iv) terrible (b) deliberately (para 2) (i) immediately (ii) cleverly (iii) intentionally (iv) naughtily (c) option (para 3) (i) freedom (ii) rejoice (iii) choice (iv) source (d) contrary (para 5) (i) clear (ii) opposite (iii) against (iv) rivalry

SECTION B – (Writing and Grammar) 25 marks3. Accidents in big cities is a common phenomenon. Unfortunately, hardly anyone comes to the rescue of road

victims because of fear of harassment by the police. Now that the Supreme Court has issued guidelines that people who take road victims to a hospital will not be questioned or detained, there is no reason why bystanders / passersby should hesitate to help road victims and thus discharge their duty as responsible citizens. Write a letter in 100 – 120 words to the editor of a national daily requesting him to make people aware of Supreme Court guidelines and urge them to help people in distress. You are Shom / Shobha, 24, Raj Nagar, Kanpur. 5

OR Visiting new places and meeting new people enhance our understanding and knowledge besides being a source

of great pleasure. Write an article in 100 – 120 words on 'Travel, a Source of knowledge and Pleasure.' You are Gopal/Govindi.

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