CBSE Class 10th Mid Term Exam 2024-25 : English Most Important Question with Solution

As the CBSE Class 10 Mid Term Exam 2024-25 approaches, students are preparing for their English paper. To make your study time more effective, we've put together a list of the most common questions you'll likely see, along with clear answers. This guide is here to help you study better and feel more confident for the exam.

CBSE Class 10th Mid Term/Half-Yearly English Questions and Answers

1. Sunil shared some information, with Tariq, about a holiday at sea. Report Tariq’s question.

Did you enjoy travelling by sea?

Ans. Tariq asked Sunil if/whether he had enjoyed travelling by sea. 

2. Fill in the blanks with an appropriate answer:

The company .............. significant profits before the economic downturn.

(a) has been making

(b) made

(c) makes

(d) had been making

Ans. (b) made

3. Fill the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the live feed on a school news channel.

Fantastic Innovators!

The science fair has concluded, and our robotics team .................. the "Most Creative Design" award.

(a) had been awarded

(b) will be awarded

(c) was awarded

(d) has been awarded

Ans. (c) was awarded

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4. Complete the given narrative, by filling the blank with the correct option.

The discovery of ancient artifacts in the archaeological site left the researchers .................. about the history of the civilization.

(a) wondering

(b) wonder

(c) wondered

(d) wonders

Ans. (a) wondering

5. Fill the blank by choosing the correct option.

Both of the boys were quarrelling over …………………. (a/an/the) toy.

Ans. the

6. Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket, for the given portion of a letter:

Dear Sir,

This is with reference to the committee's letter of recommendation which ............. (outline) the proposals for the upcoming conference on sustainable development.

Ans. outlines

7. Read the given sentence from a school magazine report . Identify the error and supply the correction in the sentence.

In order to balancing the sentiments of the Eagles and the Hawks, the student council suggested a rematch between the teams.

Use the given format for your response.

Ans.

8. Identify the error and provide a correction in the following sentence from a hotel's promotional material:

You'll be amazed from our hotel's comfortable and luxurious rooms decorated with elegant furnishings.

Use the given format for your response.

Ans.

9. Identify the error and supply a correction for the following note in a passenger's flight instruction manual:

Passengers should not forget to bring their photo identification, as it is or which is necessary for the security check-in process.

Use the given format for your response. 

Ans. 

10. Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the closing line, from an analytical report.

In conclusion, this study explores the association among short-sleep pattern and overweight youngsters. 

Ans. 

11.  Justify the opinion that the achievements of the Coorg Regiment contribute to the sense of pride and identity among the Coorgi people.

Ans. The Coorg Regiment is one of the most decorated in the Indian Army, and the first Chief of the Indian Army, General Cariappa, was a Coorgi. This showcases their bravery and dedication and shows that even a small place like Coorg can have a significant contribution in protecting the country.

12. How does John Berryman use vivid imagery and metaphorical language in “The Ball Poem” to depict the emotional impact of loss, particularly through the experience of a young boy?

Ans. The ball represents not just a simple object but also a representation of innocence and control. The loss of the ball becomes a metaphor for the broader theme of losing one's childhood innocence and accepting the transience of life.

13. "Man’s goodness is a flame that can be hidden but never extinguished". Elaborate. (Nelson Mandela: Long Way to Freedom)

Ans. The given quote reflects the author's belief that kindness and compassion exist within people, even in difficult times. Despite apartheid's cruelty, the author saw glimmers of humanity in the guards. This idea emphasises how goodness survives, providing hope and courage in the face of difficulties.

14. How does the poem, “A Tiger in the Zoo” raise questions about the natural state of wild animals and the constraints imposed upon them by human intervention?

Ans. In the poem, the tiger, which should be roaming freely in the forests, has been confined in a cage for the sake of human entertainment and control. This raises questions about the consequences of human actions on the natural world and the morality of keeping wild animals in captivity.

15. The story, “Footprints Without Feet” is a powerful example of the potential consequences when scientific discoveries fall into the wrong hands. Explain.

Ans. The story revolves around Griffin's discovery of invisibility through his scientific experimentation. However, instead of using this newfound power for a good cause, Griffin uses it to carry out criminal activities like setting the house on fire for revenge and creating chaos. This demonstrates the danger of scientific advancements being exploited by individuals with the wrong intentions. 

16. The teachings of Buddha played a transformative role in Kisa Gotami's life. Elaborate. 

Ans. The Buddha's teachings transformed Kisa Gotami by changing how she saw her sadness. When her son died, she sought a cure from the Buddha. He asked for mustard seeds from homes untouched by death. She realised as a result that death is a natural part of life. She learned to find peace in acceptance.

17. The various elements of Robert's Arthur's writing style work together to make the character of Ausable a cunning secret agent. Comment, with reference to the story, “The Midnight Visitor”.

Ans. The author uses elements of suspense and uncertainty to make Ausable's character a cunning secret agent. Ausable's cleverness shines in the story when he turns a dangerous situation around. He tricks Max by making him believe the police are coming. Max panics and jumps out of the window, not realising there's no balcony. This shows Ausable's sharp mind and ability to use deception to outwit his foes.

18. Explain how receiving seventy pesos reflects disappointment within Lencho.

Refer to the given lines, from the text –

Lencho showed not the slightest surprise on seeing the money; such was his confidence — but he became angry when he counted the money.

Ans. When Lencho opened the envelope, he felt confident and happy, as he had a strong belief in God and knew that God would help him. However, when he counted the money and saw that it was less, he felt disappointed. This is because he thought God would provide exactly what he asked for. Receiving only seventy pesos shattered his expectations and questioned his unwavering trust in God.

19. Report the dialogue between a student and a bookseller by completing the sentence:

Bookseller: Do you want to buy anything?

Student: Yes, I would like to buy a pack of ball pens and two registers.

Bookseller: That will be a thousand rupees.

The bookseller asked if there was anything the student wanted to buy. The student replied in the affirmative and added that .................. .

Ans. he wanted to buy a pack of ball pens and two registers. 

20. The police arrested Horace Danby after two days of the robbery at the Shotover Grange. 

Imagine yourself as the writer of the story “A Question of Trust” and develop a conversation between Horace and the police officer.

Ans. Police Officer : Sir, you are under arrest!

Horace: (shockingly) But why? What have I done?

Police Officer: For robbing the safe at a house at Shotover Grange.

Horace: But I haven’t robbed it. The lady owner of the house had told me to open it as she forgot the security numbers of the safe to open. I know how to break the safe locks as I run a business in lock-making sir.

Police Officer: No time for stories sir. Get moving!

21. Read the dialogue between Riya and her student, Sara, regarding her board examinations.

Riya: How are you getting on with your studies?

Sara: My preparation is going as planned.

Select the correct option to complete the reporting of the above dialogue.

Riya asked how Sara’s studies were getting along. Sara said that …………………. as planned.

(a) her preparation has been going

(b) her preparation will go

(c) her preparation had been going

(d) her preparation was going

Ans. (d) her preparation was going

22. Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:

Lencho showed not the slightest surprise on seeing the money, such was his confidence but he became angry when he counted the money. God could not have made a mistake, nor could he have denied Lencho what he had requested. Immediately, Lencho went up to the window to ask for paper and ink. On the public writing table, he started to write, with much wrinkling of his brow, caused by the effort he had to make to express his ideas. When he finished, he went to the window to buy a stamp which he licked and then affixed to the envelope with a blow of his fist. The moment the letter fell into the mailbox the postmaster went to open it. It said, "God, Of the money that I asked for, only seventy pesos reached me. Send me the rest, since I need it very much. But don't send it to me through the mail because the post office employees are a bunch of crooks. Lencho."

(I) Why was Lencho not surprised when he received the money?

(a) Because he knew the post office employees were kind

(b) Because he knew his hard work would pay off

(c) Because he had been lucky in the past

(d) Because he had faith in a higher power

Ans. (d) Because he had faith in a higher power

(II) G. L. Fuentes has tried to portray Lencho in a certain light. Analyse the extract in 40-50 words and highlight the characteristics of Lencho that are brought out in it.

Ans. The writer has portrayed Lencho as a serious farmer, whose strange notions and beliefs have a comical effect on the reader. Here, Lencho is portrayed as headstrong and faithful to God, but his actions are silly and reflect his mistrust for human beings.

(III) Fill in the blank with one word only.

The postmaster rushed to open Lencho's second letter. This tells us that the postmaster was ........................ to know the contents of the letter.

Ans. eager

(IV) Read the following descriptions (1-4) and select which of them are relevant to Lencho in the extract.

1. Hypochondriac - a person who worries over their health to an abnormal degree.

2. Misanthrope - a person who has a general hatred for humankind and avoids their company.

3. Patriot - a person who is very fond and proud of their country

4. Misogynist - a person who dislikes, despises or is strongly prejudiced against women.

Ans. Description (2) is relevant. Misanthrope aptly defines Lencho in the extract because he is distrustful of the post office employees and does not show them any regard.