Writing and Grammar

Previous Years' CBSE Board Questions

1. Complete ANY TEN of the following twelve tasks, as directed:
(i) Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket, for the
given portion of a letter: (2024)
Dear Sir
In response to your query, the document that ________ (explain)
our country's sustainability initiatives has been attached for your
consideration.
Answer. Explains
(ii) Read the given sentence. Identify the error and supply the correction in
the sentence:
The uniquely flavoured dish was interestingly enough to captivate my taste
buds.

Use the above format for your response.

(iii) Raashi and Ratul had a conversation about volunteer work.

Report Raashi's question.
Raashi: What challenges have you faced while volunteering?
Ratul: The main challenge is dealing with different personalities, but it's also a
great learning experience.
Answer. Raashi asked Ratul what challenges he had faced while volunteering
(iv) Read the dialogue between a librarian and a student.
Librarian: Welcome back! It's good to see you, young man!
Student: Thanks! I was overloaded with assignments, so I have not visited the
library this week.
Based on the conversation above, report the dialogue between a librarian and
a student by completing the sentence. The librarian greeted the student
warmly, expressing pleasure at his visit. The student
thanked her and explained that __________ which had limited his recent visits to
the library.
Select the correct option from those given below :
(A) he had been overloaded with assignments
(B) he has been overloaded with assignments
(C) he was overloaded with assignments
(D) he is overloaded with assignments
Answer. (A) – he had been overloaded with assignments
(v) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option in the bracket, to complete
the sentence :
The revised meeting agenda is attached and___________ (this those / it) needs to
be emailed to all participants before the meeting.
Answer. it
(vi) Identify the error and supply correction for the given sentence from an e-
commerce website's return policy.
We offers a 30-day return policy on all unopened products purchased from
our websites.
Use the given format for your response :

Answer. Offer
(vii) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for
the sentence from a public health campaign.
The campaign's goal is to increase physical activity among the younger.

Answer. (C) – youth

(viii) Complete the given narrative by filling in the blank with the correct
option:
The internship at the tech startup had me____________ excited about the
potential of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
(A) feeling
(B) felt
(C) to feel
(D) feels
Answer. (A) – feeling
(ix) Report the dialogue between a vendor and his customer, by completing
the sentence:
Vendor: You look a little different today!
Customer: Yes, I just got a new haircut.
The vendor noticed that his customer's appearance had changed and asked
him about it. The customer admitted this, citing the fact that ____________
Answer. he had recently/just got a haircut
(x) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the sentence to
update the result of the regional science fair :
We have exciting news to share!
Our school _____________ first place in the regional science fair.
(A) awarded
(B) was awarded
(C) had awarded
(D) has been awarded
Answer. (D) – has been awarded
(xi) Complete the line from a song by filling the blank with the correct option:
The morning dew captures your essence,
The flowers and grass ________ your colour,
The Sunrise embraces your arrival,
As the dawn welcomes a new day.
(A) reflect
(B) reflects
(C) reflected
(D) shall reflect
Answer. (A) – reflect
(xii) Identify the error and supply correction for the given sentence:
The public health campaign aimed in increase awareness of the risks
associated with underage drinking.
Use the given format for your response:

Answer. in → to
2. Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below: (2024)
(A) There are daily reports in the newspaper of fatal accidents due to reckless
driving and road rage. Write a letter to the Commissioner of Traffic Police in
about 120 words suggesting the need to take stricter action against the
offenders. Recommend the use of social media to launch awareness campaigns
about the implications of irresponsible driving. You are Shantanu / Savita,
living at B-108 Krishi Apartments.
Answer. Suggested Value Points [these value points are a suggestion. Any other
relevant point must be accepted]
• Drawing the attention of the Commissioner of Traffic Police:
• Fatal accidents due to reckless driving and road rage
• Need for stricter action against offenders
• Need for use of social media to raise awareness
• Implications of irresponsible driving
3. A leading communication company 'Savera' is sponsoring a half marathon
run in your city to raise funds for 'Koshish' an orphanage. You are
Roshini/Roshan, school captain of Adarsh Vidyalaya. You are leading a batch of
hundred students in the half marathon to be held in your city.
Write a letter to the editor of a national daily emphasizing the participation of
school children in such programmes as part of voluntary community service.
Highlight the benefits of participation in such activities. (2024)
Answer. Suggested Value Points [these value points are a suggestion. Any other
relevant point must be accepted] • Drawing the attention of the editor • Half
marathon to raise funds for an orphanage (Koshish) • Need to sensitise school
children • Emphasis on participation of school children in such programs •
Benefits of community service/participation
4. Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below: (2024)
(A) The visual given shows the life cycle
of a butterfly. Study the information carefully and then summarise it in the
form of an analytical paragraph. Make comparisons and draw conclusions
wherever applicable.

5. For visually challenged students only: (2024)

The following are notes about the four stages in the metamorphosis of
butterflies. Summarise the notes in the form of an analytical paragraph:

Answer. Suggested Value Points [these value points are a suggestion. Any other
relevant point must be accepted] • Comparisons between the different stages
of a butterfly • Drawing conclusions wherever required
6. (B) Study the table given below which shows the data on the hobbies of
students during summer vacations. Write an analytical paragraph in about
120 words analyzing what hobbies do boys and girls choose in their summer
vacations: (2024)

Answer. Suggested Value Points [these value points are a suggestion. Any other
relevant point must be accepted] • Analysis of hobbies taken up by boys vs.
those taken up by girls • Drawing inferences wherever required.
1. You are Sonu/Sonali, living in 43 B, Dilshad Garden, Delhi. You happen to see
a news item in the newspaper about the popularity of Indian handicrafts
abroad. However, you are unhappy about the lack of recognition given to the
artisans by the Government. This is leading to the dying of traditional forms of
art and craft. Write a letter to the editor of 'The Times of India' in about 100-
200 words about the difficulties faced by the artisans and suggest ways to
revive and popularize Indian indigenous products. You may use the
information given below.

2. You are Ajay/Anita of Diwan Public School, Moga, Punjab, who had arranged
a trip of forty students to Shimla during the summer vacation for a week with
'Madan Travels and Tours. The arrangements done by the travel agnecy were
far below standard. The accommodation and food facilities were inferior in
quality. Write a letter of complaint to the Director of the agency to stop duping
the tourists with fake promises. (Word limit : 100 - 120 words) (5 marks)
(2023)
3. Stakeholders associated with education of children are concerned about the
poor reading habits of students today. There are multiple reasons for this
disinterest in students. Academic pressure, technology and distraction, social
media, parents don't read, children don't visit libraries, lack of leisure time are
some of the reasons. As a concerned parent write a letter to the editor in about
100-120 words, expressing your concern. Suggest innovative ways in which
children can be brought back to books. You are Sahil/Susheela. (5 marks)
(2023)
4. You are Aruna/Arjun C.C.A incharge of St. Joseph's High School. You have
read an advertisement in a newspaper regarding admission into a foreign
languages institute.
Write a letter in about 100-120 words to the Director of the Institute 'Lingua
for All' making relevent inquiries:
(a) Eligibility
(b) Duration of Course
(c) Time Schedule
(e) Faculty
(f) Placement
(d) Fee structure
(5 marks) (2023)
5. You are Ankita/Ankit, Computer In-charge of Maharani Public School,
Bangalore. Blackboards are to be replaced by smart boards. You wish to place
an order for fifteen smart boards and computer accessories. Write a letter of
enquiry to Ensonic Computech, M.G. Road, Bangalore enquiring about prices,
discounts and after sales service. (5 marks) (Term II, 2021-22)
6. You are Rita/Rahul and you came across the following information on your
local club notice- board. (5 marks) (Term II, 2021-22)

You wish to enrol but require more information. Write a letter to the Yoga
Institute, M.G. Road, Pune, enquiring details of timing, batch size, eligibility,
etc. for joining the course.

7. You are Niharika, Incharge of the Neighbourhood Library for children. Write
a letter to Manautal Publishers placing an order for books 2 sets each of
Panchatantra and Amar Chitra Katha in about 120 words. Mention mode of
payment, librarydiscount and date of delivery. (5 marks) (Term II, 2021-22)
8. Answer any five out of the six questions, with reference to the context
below. (5 marks) (Term I, 2021-22)
Last month, Arun went to a hill station. He spent a week there. He did not feel
happy about the visit. On the way there he saw trucks laden with tree trunks
coming down hill. Roadsides and parks were littered. Accommodation on offer
was either too expensive or not good enough. Arun decided to write a letter
about the problems he faced.
A. Who/Which organization should Arun address this
letter to for wider audience/readership?
(a) Central Ministry of Tourism
(b) State Ministry of Tourism
(c) A national daily newspaper
(d) A news magazine
B. In which order should Arun organize/arrange his letter?
(i) Subject of the letter
(ii) Arun's address
(iii) Arun's signature
(iv) Receiver's designation
(v) Date on which the letter is written
(a) (v), (iii), (i), (ii), (iv)
(b) (v), (ii), (iv), (i), (iii)
(c) (iv), (i), (iii), (ii), (v)
(d) (i), (ii), (iv), (iii), (v)
C. Appropriate subject of the letter will be:
(a) Deforestation in the hills
(b) Affordability of accommodation
(c) Irresponsible tourists
(d) Deteriorating condition of hill stations
D. Order in which Arun should develop his letter will be:
(i) Difficulty in choosing accommodation
(ii) Question of cleanliness
(iii) Suggestions for improvement
(iv) Mention his visit
(v) What he saw on the way uphill
(a) (v), (iii), (i), (ii), (iv)
(b) (iv), (v), (i), (ii), (iii)
(c) (iii), (i), (iv), (ii), (v)
(d) (iv), (v), (iii), (ii), (i)
Choose the option containing the suggestions which are most important for
improvement.
(i) Government to build affordable guest houses
(ii) Tourists to be responsible citizens
(iii) Forest officials to be more vigilant
(iv) Sanitation staff to be more efficient
(v) Hotel staff to be more guest friendly
(a) (i), (ii), (iii)
(b) (ii), (iii), (v)
(c) (v), (iv), (ii)
(d) (iii), (iv), (v)

F. The concluding remark of the letter should be:

(a) I hope my letter will be read with due attention.
(b) I hope that conservationists will get a wake-up call.
(c) I hope my letter gets an adequate response from the hotel industry.
(d) I hope that my letter helps in promoting tourism and environmental
protection.
9. You are Mukesh/Manju living at 7/31, Kamala Nagar, Kanpur. There are
many stray dogs in your colony. They chase vehicles, trouble strangers and
sometimes bite the children. They are a nuisance. Write a letter of complaint
to the Municipal Commissioner, Kanpur requesting him to instruct the
concerned staff to take appropriate action. (100-150 words) (8 marks)(2020)
10. You are Vipul/Apoorva, living at D-424, Island Avenue, Ernakulam. You
have seen an advertisement about a diploma course in French language soon
to be organized by Maxwell Institute of Languages. Fort Road, Kochi. Write a
letter in 100-150 words to the advertiser seeking all the relevant information
like admission procedure, fee structure, duration of the course, timing of the
class, transport facilities, etc. (8 marks) (2020)
11. You are Sonia/Sunil of M-3, Ashok Vihar, New Delhi. You placed an order
with Messers Bright Publishers, Darya Ganj, Delhi for the supply of some
books and stationery items. When you checked the received parcel, you found
that it contained some damaged items. Write a letter to the publishers to
replace the defective items at their cost (100-150 words). (8 marks) (2020)
12. You have lost your original certificates of Class X and XII. You want to get
their duplicates issued but you do not know the procedure. Write a letter to
the Chairman, CBSE, Preet Vihar enquiring about the fee to be deposited,
mode of payment, time taken by the board for issuing duplicate certificates
and any other formalities. You are Tarun/Taruna, 7/9, Kunj Apartments,
Shimla (100-120 words). (8 marks) (Delhi 2019)
13.

You are Ramesh Kumar/Radhika Kumari, 12A, Fort Road, Agra. You read the
above advertisement in a local daily. You want to pursue the course in
housekeeping. Write a letter to the Director of the Institute inquiring about the
duration of the course, fees and other details. The letter should be in 100- 120
words. (8 marks) (Al 2019)
14. You are Vaibhav/ Vaibhavi, Incharge, Readers Club of Alpha Public School,
Ajmer. The club has been established recently which requires a number of
books. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the Manager (Marketing), National
Book Trust, A-5, Green Park, New Delhi placing an order for some books for
the Readers Club. Use the following clues: Titles of the books (imagine the
names)
Number of copies required
Discount
Early Delivery (8 marks) (2019 C)
15. You are Prabhu Kumar/Parvati of 17E, Ravi Dass Road, Kochi. Write a
letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a newspaper about the nuisance
caused by loudspeakers in the city during examination days drawing attention
of the concerned authorities to the problem. (8 marks)(2018)
16. In about 100-120 words, write a letter to the editor of the Daily Express,
expressing your views on the topic reckless driving and its impact. (5 marks)
(Board Term I, 2017)
17. Write a letter to the editor, Time in about 100-120 words expressing your
views on the topic 'Pets, Our True Friends' using the hints given below: Help
us get rid of loneliness and boredom, Loyal, caring (5 marks) (Board Term I,
2017)
18. There is a busy road in front of your school. A large number of students
have to cross the road while going back home. They run a great risk. Write a
letter in 100-120 words to the Editor, Navjiwan Times, Agra, drawing attention
of the concerned authorities to the problem. Make a request to mark a zebra
crossing and to put traffic lights in front of your school. You are Amit/Anita,
Class X, New Age Public School, Ram Nagar, Agra. (8 marks) (Delhi 2017)
19. The road that leads to your market is broken and full of potholes.
Mosquitoes and flies breed there. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor
of a local newspaper drawing attention of the concerned authorities to get the
road repaired. You are P.V. Prabhu/Prabha, 112, Aram Nagar, Delhi. (8
marks)(Al 2017)
20. Recently you have come across many articles on the topic, 'Beti Bachao,
Beti Padhao'. In spite of these articles, girls are not given due respect in the
society. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the Editor, The Times of India
expressing your concern over the problem. Give some suggestions on the role
of the people and government in curbing it. You are Vaibhavi/Vaibhav, 12
Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. (8 marks) (Delhi 2017 C)
21. Your colony has only a primary school. After Class V, boys and girls have to
walk 3-4 km to reach a secondary school. Write a letter in 100-120 words to
the editor of a local daily drawing attention of the concerned authorities to the
problem and requesting them to open a secondary school in your colony. You
are Ram/Rama, 114, Ram Nagar, Delhi. (8 marks) (Foreign 2017)
22. Nowadays, we see the rise in prices of edible things like pulses, onions, oils
and some other products. The layman is facing hardship on account of it. Write
a letter in 120-150 words to the editor of a reputed daily requesting him to
highlight the difficulties faced by common man due to rise in prices. Sign
yourself as Pranjal/Praneeta living at 124, Vivek Vihar, Delhi. (8 marks) (Delhi
2016)
23. Owing to the MCD employees' strike, the roads in your area are littered
with garbage. Not only the place is stinking but also is a health hazard. As
Miki/Manish of 112, Laxmi Nagar, write a letter in 100-120 words to the
editor of a local newspaper informing the concerned authorities of the
unhygienic conditions and requesting them to take appropriate and necessary
action in the matter. (8 marks) (Delhi 2016)
24. The authorities have been claiming that the roads in your town have been
relaid and repaired. But there is no visibility of such a work. Write a letter in
100-120 words to the editor of a local newspaper expressing your
disappointment at the present situation and giving suggestions to resolve the
problem. You are Shweta/Sham of 24, Pushpa Nagar. (8 marks)(Delhi 2016)
25. Your locality has witnessed a number of cases of theft in recent weeks. The
local law and order authorities were approached but you find no change in the
situation. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a local newspaper
drawing attention of the higher authorities to the problem. You are Ram/
Rama 4, Gobind Road, Meerut. (8 marks) (Al 2016)
26. Your school has decided to take part in half marathon organised by an
N.G.O. in New Delhi. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the Area Manager of
the N.G.O. requesting permission to participate in the half marathon on 28
April 2016 starting from National Stadium. Request the N.G.O. to provide your
school with 200 T-shirts for boys and girls aged 15-17 years. You
27. Increase in the number of private vehicles coupled with lack of civic sense
has led to several road accidents in your city. Write a letter in 100-120 words
to the editor of a local daily urging people to use public transport and to have
patience while driving. You are Ram/Rama, 4 Raja Road, Karnal. (5 marks) (Al
2016)
28. Write a letter to the editor of a local daily, giving your views about rising
cases of obesity among young children. You are Lavanya/Lavesh living at 20,
Shanti Enclave, Delhi. (100-120 words) (5 marks) (Foreign 2016)
29. The recent increase in crimes against people of the Northeast, especially in
the cities, has highlighted the growing problem faced by the community. Fear
of violence continues to worry them. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the
Editor of the Times of India expressing your concern over the recent death of a
young student resulting from a racial comment against people from Northeast.
Suggest what steps the government should take to solve this problem. You are
Anchal/Aryan, resident of A-12, East of Kailash, N. Delhi.
Hints: racial comments, attacks - rude behaviour, hurt feelings of our own
fellow citizens – disharmony - dents the image of our country - steps to solve
this problem. (5 marks)(Delhi 2015)
30. Recently a serious quarrel took place in a colony in Delhi due to the use of
loudspeakers at a public place and caused disharmony among the people.
Write a letter in 100-120 words to the Editor of The Hindustan Times
expressing your concern over the unpleasant incident, highlighting the fact
that the loudspeakers cause noise pollution and discord, suggesting that the
unauthorised use of loudspeakers at public places should be banned. You are
Anjana/Arjun, F-112 Kailash Colony, Delhi. (5 marks)(Al 2015)
31. Pavements are meant for the pedestrians but these footpaths have been
encroached upon everywhere in the city and the people are forced to walk on
the crowded roads at the risk to their lives. Write a letter in 100-120 words to
the Editor of The Times, drawing attention of the Government to the problem,
telling how crores spent on the pavements for the benefit of pedestrians have
gone waste. Request the Government to take strict action against the
encroachers. You are Rama/Ram, 48, Kailash Colony, New Delhi. (5 marks)
(Foreign 2015)
32. You are Anmol/Anamika, living away from home, for the first time in your
life, in a boarding school in Gwalior (M.P.). Write a letter to your mother
explaining how you are feeling, the food you eat and the way it is served in the
hostel. Describe your experience in about 120 words; and request your
mother to admit you to a day school back at home. (5 marks) (Delhi 2014)
33. Floods in Uttarakhand in June 2012, wiped out hundreds of villages;
people have been left homeless; sources of liveliness gone, no roads. In this
hour of their need, all the countrymen must come forward to help. As a
responsible citizen, write a letter in about 120 words to the Editor, The Times,
N. Delhi, expressing your concern about the miserable condition of those who
have been uprooted. Make an appeal to the people to donate generously to the
Uttarakhand Relief Fund. (5 marks)(Delhi 2014)
34. You are Rahul/Rohini, a resident of K-Block, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi.
Your friend Rajat/Rajni, who lives in another city, has met with an accident in
which he/she has fractured his/her leg. Fortunately the injury is not very
serious but he/she will have to miss his/her A-II Examination (or final
examination). Write a letter, in about 120 words, to enquire about his/her
well-being, cheering him/her up, playing down the seriousness of missing the
examination. Wish him/ her a speedy recovery. (5 marks)(Al 2014)
35. You are Rahul/Rohini, a resident of J-Block, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi. The
water pipe that supplies drinking water to your area is damaged and there has
not been any water supply for two days now. Write a letter, in about 120
words, to the editor of a local daily drawing the attention of the authorities
towards the difficulties of the residents and asking for immediate repair of the
pipe. Demand the supply of drinking water through tankers. (5 marks)(Al
2014)
36. During the monsoons, mosquitoes find safe places like stagnant water and
piles of garbage for breeding. As a result, a spurt of dengue fever in your city
has been noticed. More than a thousand victims have been hospitalized in
different parts of the city. You are Varun / Varsha, a responsible citizen. Write a
letter, in about 120 words, to the editor of a local daily, emphasizing the need
to create awareness of the problem of dengue, its causes, prevention and
treatment. (5 marks) (Foreign 2014)
37. You went out for a walk with one of your friends. While walking in the
park, you heard a hissing sound a little distance away. As you stood
motionless, you saw the hood of a cobra rise above the grass looking in your
direction. You were struck with fear and stood still. Fortunately the snake
crawled away. Write a letter to your mother describing your encounter with
the snake in about 120 words. You are Ankur/Akriti. (5 marks) (Foreign 2014)

CBSE Sample Questions

1. Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below.
A. You are Sunidhi Prakash, the Vice Captain of Brilliant Vidyalaya, Barra,
Kanpur. You have recently noticed several posters around your school
premises conveying a hazardous message:
Lose weight in just a month!
"A WONDER DIET comes to your rescue ...
A privilege available for only a few!"
Write a letter to the Editor of The DWA, in not more than 120 words, drawing
attention towards harm caused by such advertising. Propose the
implementation of "Wholesome Lunch Month' in schools as an idea to address
such practices, mention the advantages and share suggestions to foster
healthy eating routines and develop positive body image among youngsters. (5
marks) (2022-23)
OR
B. You are Zac Skaria, a resident of # 412, Magna Greens Apartments, Gandhi
Marg, Jonpara, Mumbai. Three students of grade 10 from your residential
complex have rescued and rehabilitated a few old beggars from the
neighbourhood. You think that their work deserves appreciation and
recognition. Write a letter to the President of the RWA, seeking
recommendation for these youth, to be nominated for 'Serving Citizens'
Award'. Suggest other ways such acts of kindness could be recognised and
awarded in the future. (5 marks) (2022-23)
2. You are Samina Zaveri, Class X, Vadodara, Gujarat. You come across the
following information on a local library's notice board. (5 marks)(Term II,
2021-22)

You wish to participate but require more information. Write a letter to Teen-
Toggle Games Pvt. Ltd in about 120 words, enquiring about rules, scholarship
details and deadlines. Also enquire about specifications for solo or group
entries.
3. Answer any five out of the six questions given, with reference to the context
below. (1x5=5) (Term I, 2021-22)
You are Debashree, a resident of Siliguri, Assam. You have to write a letter to
the editor of a national daily drawing attention towards the difficulty faced by
differently-abled people at tourist places.

(i) Select the option with relevant aspects that Debashree should select, for
this letter.
(1) The newspaper's name
(2) Attached proof of the newspaper subscription
(3) Debashree's address
(4) Formal tone
(5) Expected date of the letter's receipt
(a) (1) and (5)
(c) (3) and (5)
(b) (2), (3) and (4)
(d) (1), (3) and (4)

(ii) Select the appropriate subject for this letter.

(a) Drawing attention towards differently-abled people
(b) The
Differently-abled: Neglected or Misunderstood?
(c) Tourist places are an inconvenience to differently-abled people
(d) Inconvenience Faced by the Differently-abled at Tourist Spots
(iii) Which option should Debashree select, to elaborate on the difficulties
faced by the differently-abled?
(iv) Debashree shares some suggestions in her letter, to address the issue.
Select the option that helps her complete these suggestions, appropriately. In
my opinion, the media can play a pivotal role in transforming people's
(i)_________ Also, (ii)___________ against negligence to the needs of the
differently-abled, at the tourist spots, shall go a long way in bringing about a
positive change.
(a) (i) beliefs and traditions (ii) composing songs
(b) (i) perceptions and attitudes (ii) cautioning the authorities
(c) (i) preferences (ii) protesting
(d) (i) interactions (ii) keeping minimum interference
(v) Select the option that correctly justifies the choice of the concluding
portion of this letter.
(1) I expect the authorities to take actions on this issue. Please post my
thoughts in your newspaper.
(2) I hope my views get published in the columns of your newspaper so that
this issue may garner more public support and awareness.
(a) Yes, to option (1) because of the authoritative tone.
(b) No, to option (1) because of the informal tone.
(c) Yes, to option (2) because of the tone of polite expectation.
(d) No, to option (2) because of the certainty in the tone.
(vi) Select the option that completes the concluding line appropriately. I hope
that my letter will...................
(a) help spread awareness about the issue.
(b) lead to action against all authorities responsible, at tourist spots.
(c) improve circulation of the national daily.
(d) result in positive reviews by the readers.
4. Attempt any one of the following in 100-120 words. (5 Marks) (2020-21)
(A) You are Tabassum/Tarun, a resident of Satya Nagar Colony, Bhubaneshwar,
Orissa. You have noticed that some residents of your colony are repeatedly
flouting quarantine rules laid out during the outbreak of the COVID-19
pandemic. Write a letter to the SHO of the local Police Station, drawing
attention towards the same. Explain how such acts impact the health of the
community and request immediate intervention and strict action.
OR
(B) You are Vaijanthi/Vijay from Prakasham Nagar, Secunderabad, Andhra
Pradesh. Write a letter to Book Haven Store, requesting home delivery of the
books, stationery and art materials you had ordered telephonically. Share the
reason for being unable to pick up the goods in person. Confirm your
address details and a convenient time slot.

ANSWERS
Previous Years' CBSE Board Questions
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8. A. (c) A national daily newspaper

B. (b) (v), (ii), (iv), (i), (iii)
C. (d) Deteriorating condition of hill stations
D. (b) (iv), (v), (i), (ii), (iii)
E. (a) (i), (ii), (iii)
F. (d) I hope that my letter helps in promoting tourism and environmental
protection.
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7/9 Kunj Apartments
Shimla
23rd March, 20xx
The Chairman
CBSE
Preet Vihar
Delhi-110006
Subject: Query Regarding Issuing of Duplicate Certificates
Sir/Madam,
I am writing to you, seeking information regarding issuing of duplicate
certificates of Class X and XII by the CBSE Board. While returning from an
interview via train, my luggage which had my certificates' file got lost. I wish
to get the duplicate copies of my Board certificates, however, I don't know the
procedure. I request you to kindly provide me with the details of the following:
(i) Fee to be deposited
(ii) Mode of payment
(iii) Time duration of the process
I am sending a self addressed envelope. Please revert with all the requisite
information at the earliest possible.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Tarun Gupta
13.
12-A, Fort Road
Agra
Uttar Pradesh-54
April 22, 20xx
The Director
Institute of Hospitality Management
F-5, Junk Road
New Delhi-37
Subject: Inquiry about Housekeeping Course
Sir/Madam,
I am writing to you in reference to the advertisement, which appeared in the local
daily on April 21, 20xx, regarding seats available in Housekeeping course in your
esteemed institute. I am a graduate in Home Science and plan to take up a job in
the hospitality industry, especially in the housekeeping department. I wish to
pursue the housekeeping course that you are conducting. Kindly send me details
of the following:
(i) Duration of the course
(ii) Fee structure
(iii) Date of commencement of the course
(iv) Eligibility for the course
(v) Admission process
(vi) Facilities available
(vii) Faculty
(viii) Campus placement and other relevant details.
I am sending a self-addressed envelope for your convenience. I would request you
to revert with the information at the earliest on the same.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Radhika Kumari
14.
Readers Club
Alpha Public School, Ajmer
Rajasthan-02
20 January, 20xx
The Manager (Marketing)
National Book Trust
A-5, Green Park
New Delhi-16
Subject: Order for Books
Dear Sir,
I would like to place an order for the following books from your store.
Sl. No. Book's name Quantity
1. Tom Sawyer 10 copies
2. Romeo and Juliet 5 copies
3. India of my Dreams 10 copies
4. Panchatantra 5 sets
5. Amar Chitra Katha 3 sets
I would like to request you to deliver it by next week and the payment will be
made after the delivery of the books. I would also like to request for a
discount, if there is any. It will be a great help if you could make the necessary
requirements available and send us the order by the expected date. Please
include the order receipt for all the books after which I will send the payment
online. Kindly ensure that the order reaches us on time.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
Vaibhav
Incharge of Reader's Club
15.
17E,
Ravi Dass Road
Kochi-17
11th April, 20xx
The Editor
The Daily Times
Mahatma Gandhi Road
Kochi-72
Subject: Nuisance Caused by Loudspeakers During Examination Days
Sir/Madam
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the
attention of the concerned authorities towards the nuisance caused by
loudspeakers in the city during the day. As if the noise coming from the
vehicles and their bellowing horns wasn't enough to destroy one's peace of
mind, music blaring on loudspeakers, politicians vociferously giving speeches,
religious sermons continuously playing in full volume for everyone to hear, etc.
have added to everyone's inconvenience. It is the time of examination and the
students are working extremely hard. While some students prefer studying
during the day time, others choose the night to prepare for their exams.
However, the nuisance caused by loudspeakers is not limited to the day time.
Those holding all night vigil prayers continue to create noise pollution the
whole night. As a result, the students are neither able to concentrate on their
studies in the day nor at night. Students need proper rest and to relax their
stressed minds post and during the examination days, so that feeling refreshed
they are able to study better. Given the day and night cacophony carried by the
loudspeakers, students feel helpless and desperate. This needs to stop.
Therefore, I request the concerned authorities to look into the matter at the
earliest and take necessary actions to prevent the nuisance from becoming a
menace. Government should restrict the time of the usage of loudspeakers or
ban them alltogether. Using loudspeakers should not be allowed especially
after 10:00 P.M. so that the general public can sleep and students can study in
peace. Hoping to see favourable changes for the welfare of the students.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Parvati Kumar

16.
XYZ
New Delhi
20 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Daily Express
New Delhi
Subject: Reckless Driving and Its Impact
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the
attention of the general public and the concerned authorities towards the rash
and reckless driving by the people in our city and its impact. The fast moving
trucks, buses, scooters, bikes, etc. have become a menace to the people of this
area, especially the bike riders, who, it seems, neither care for their own lives
nor others. The news about the road accidents caused due to rash driving is
common these days. There have been many cases of road rage and hit and run
incidents, which pose danger to the pedestrians especially the poor, homeless
people who sleep on the pavements. As someone who feels victimised by the
reckless driving, I feel that there should be better policing. Besides
implementing stricter traffic rules, honest and vigilant officers should be
appointed so as to keep a check on chaos and raging drivers on the road.
Corrupt officers indulging in giving and receiving bribes should be suspended
immediately. Enforcing speed limits within the city is necessary and so is
stricter norms for issue of license. Therefore, whoever violates the rules, must
be fined heavily. The problem can be easily dealt with by spreading awareness
about the issue as much as possible and also by taking timely action. Hence, I
wish the authorities take note of the situation and act upon it immediately.
Looking forward to see positive changes.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
ABC
17.
XYZ
New Delhi
6 March, 20xx
The Editor
Time
New Delhi
Subject: Pets - Our True Friends
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to express my views about
pets- our true friends. In this fast paced world, the family set-up has become
nuclear primarily. Both the parents are working. Adults are staying in far-away
cities, all alone-away from their family. The life in cities runs so fast, that there
is no time for socialising, making friends and having close relationships. But
after a point everybody feels the pangs of being lonely and they crave for a
companion. Pets are a great source of joy, bringing unconditional love into
one's life, offering innocent companionship. In cities, pets are an integral part
of families. They offer love and help in getting rid of loneliness and boredom.
They are loyal and show care in small but impactful ways. Having pets is a
huge responsibility too. It's like having a family member and one is supposed
to take care of them in their sickness and old age. But people these days have
dogs and cats of foreign breeds to show their high social status and later
neglect them. Through this letter, I want to urge the people in general who
have pets to take very good care of them and treat them as their own family.
These innocent animals know only the language of love.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
PQR
18.
New Age Public School
Ram Nagar
Agra-37
14th April, 20xx
The Editor
Navjiwan Times
Agra-19
Subject: Request to Mark Zebra Crossing, Put Traffic Lights in Front of School
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the
attention of the concerned authorities towards the risk of life faced every day
by the students of New Age Public School while crossing the busy road in front
of our school. The wide road is part of the main road. Therefore, vehicles of all
sizes pass by our school all the time. The number of students crossing the busy
road while going back home largely include small children as well. The speed
limit indicates that the smaller vehicles, such as two wheelers, three wheelers
and cars must maintain a speed of 30-40 kmph and bigger vehicles, such as
buses, trucks, etc. must run at 40-60 kmph.
However, reckless drivers hardly ever adhere to this. Now, over speeding
vehicles are spotted on this road more often than not.
The unnecessary road mishaps can be avoided if the concerned authorities
take necessary precautions at the earliest. I wish to utilise this space to
request them to mark a zebra crossing and to put traffic lights on the road in
front of our school. Doing so will not only help keep a check on overspeeding
vehicles, the students will also learn the importance of a zebra crossing and
benefits of using it. Hoping to see favourable changes for the welfare of the
students.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Amit Chaddha
Student of Class X
New Age Public School
19.
112, Aram Nagar
New Delhi-42
15th March, 20xx
The Editor
The Morning Herald
Bahadur Shah Zafar Road
New Delhi-37
Subject: Request for Road Repairment in Aram Nagar, Delhi
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw the attention of
the concerned authorities towards an issue that has been bothering the
residents of Aram Nagar with the onset of the monsoon season. I am writing to
you regarding the road running through the residential area, which leads to
the Aram Nagar Main Market. The road is so badly constructed that it cannot
even last an entire monsoon season. Heavy downpour washes away the
substandard quality materials used to construct the road, leaving pits and
potholes behind. Lack of proper drainage system adds to the difficulty as it
takes days for the water to recede. The problem does not end even after the
rain water retreats since the water gets accumulated in the potholes. These
then become breeding grounds for mosquitoes, flies and various disease
causing bacteria. The stagnant water starts to smell as it rots eventually.
Driving on a broken road with pits and potholes is a huge inconvenience and
of course life threatening for vehicle owners as well as pedestrians. The RWA
of Aram Nagar informed the concerned authorities several times, but the
efforts were of little to no avail. Therefore, I would like to utilise this space to
make the concerned authorities aware of the persisting problem and request
them to look into the matter immediately and get the road repaired at the
earliest that too using good quality material so that the road does not get
damaged instantaneously. Hoping to see swift action being taken in this
matter.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Prabha Nayyar
20.
12, Vasant Kunj
New Delhi-37
16th April, 20xx
The Editor
The Times of India
Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg
New Delhi-01
Subject: The Futility of Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the
attention of the general public towards illiteracy amongst girls. It is with great
regret I say that this problem has become a major issue of concern for the
nation. Everyone has the right to education, everyone is entitled to go to
school and learn and pursue their dreams. Recently, I came across many
articles on the topic, 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao'. Schemes like 'Sarva Shiksha
Abhiyan', CBSE Scholarship to single girl child and the government's policy of
giving free education to girls have come as a boon to our society. In spite of
such nobel efforts, in many parts of our country girls are still discouraged
from going to school. Illiteracy is found mostly among the old and the deprived
section of the society. One of the reasons why girls are deprived of education is
that they would leave their parents' house post marriage. Poor parents do not
consider it to be an economical investment. The boys, on the other hand,
become the sole bread earners of the house. Therefore, their education is
given maximum importance. Often girls themselves choose not to study,
usually due to financial crisis at home, domestic responsibilities and even lack
of aspirations. Emotionally as well as intellectually, a woman is as good as a
man if not better. The discriminatory treatment given to females right from
their birth must end. The female population of the country plays an important
role in its development and economic growth. Educated girls can share the
burden of earning a livelihood. Education will also make girls aware of family
planning, health and sanitation. Literacy rate of hundred percent or around
has been achieved by only a couple of states in India. The government as well
as citizens of India must strive together to curb the evils of illiteracy. Citizens
must adopt and follow 'Each one teach one' and spread as much awareness as
possible about the importance of education, especially for girls. I would like to
conclude by saying that India is standing at the threshold of joining the
developed nations, but that is not possible till we achieve complete literacy in
the country. And for that to happen, every individual of the nation has to take a
step forward towards education.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Vaibhav Vashishtha
21.
114, Ram Nagar
New Delhi-21
17th April, 20xx
The Editor
The Morning Daily
Daryaganj, New Delhi-31
Subject: Need for Secondary School in Ram Nagar Colony
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the
attention of the concerned authorities towards the need for a secondary
school in our colony. My children study in XYZ Primary School, Ram Nagar. I
regret to inform you that although students upto class V go to the above
mentioned school, however, after class V students don't have a secondary
school within close proximity of the colony where they can pursue their
studies further. After class V, girls and boys of the primary school have to walk
3-4 km. to reach a secondary school. It is a complete waste of their time and
energy. Travelling such distance both ways leaves them exhausted and with
limited time for homework and studies. It is a matter of major concern
especially because it involves the children's future. Therefore, I would like to
utilise this space to urge the concerned authorities to open a secondary school
in our colony at the earliest. Having a secondary school within radius would
ease the extra burden weighing down on the students' shoulders. Hoping to
see favourable and immediate action being taken for the welfare of the
children.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Rama Narain
22.
124, Vivek Vihar
Delhi-11
11 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
New Delhi
Subject: Menace of Rising Prices
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw the attention of
the concerned authorities as well as the government regarding the constant
rise in the prices of essential commodities and its effect on poor and middle
class people.
The rise in prices of edible things like pulses, onions, oils, etc. has become a
serious issue. Prices of these things are becoming costlier day by day. This
steep rise in price has hit the common man severely. They are suffering under
the weight of rising prices. Big businessmen and seller hoard the basic
necessity items in their godowns to create an artificial shortage of such
commodities, which ultimately lead to an increase in their prices.
The government should set up more fair price depots and ensure fair dealings.
Food should not be wasted at parties and marriages. Black marketers must be
dealt with sternly. Every small step taken towards the fair dealing of
commodities' fair prices can make the life of a layman easy and tension-free.
Food is our most important basic necessity and this problem should be dealt
with promptly and actions should be taken to make the situation better.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Pranjal
23.
112, Laxmi Nagar
Mumbai
2 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
Subject: Miserable Condition of Roads
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw the attention of
the concerned authorities towards the miserable condition of garbage littering
on roads due to the MCD employees' strike and its adverse effects on the
health of general public. The condition of garbage littering on roads has
worsened since two weeks, after the strike of MCD employees. The sweepers
are absent and the roads stink with heaps of garbage. The litter smells bad and
it is difficult to cross the lane too. There are flies everywhere and all of it can
ultimately lead to serious health hazards. The children and elders are more
prone to such diseases and therefore are restricted to their houses. The
general public is suffering greatly. And with the onset of rainy season, the
resituation is about to get worse, due to garbage choking the drains and roads.
The authorities should resolve their issues as soon as possible and resume the
garbage cleaning facilities. I hope that through this letter the problem gets
highlighted and the authorities take some prompt and useful action, so that
the condition of roads becomes better soon.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Manish Rai
24.
24, Pushpa Nagar
Delhi
28 March, 20xx
The Times of India
New Delhi
Subject: Delay in Repair Work of Roads
Sir/Madam,
I wish to seek the courtesy of your newspaper to publish this letter on the
above mentioned subject. This will help in attracting the attention of
concerned authorities towards this grave issue. Almost all the roads of the city
are in extremely bad condition and it is causing a lot of accidents too, on daily
basis. Not only this, it also causes damage to running vehicles too. Poor
drainage system has also contributed to this problem. Although the authorities
have promised to look into the matter, and relay and repair the roads, there
has been no such work since the time these fake promises were made. It is a
fundamental right of the citizens to have better roads. This problem has
reached its extreme end. This is high time the concerned authorities look into
the matter and take some prompt and necessary action to overcome this issue.
General public is ready to offer their help by re routing their routes away from
the roads where the construction work gets started, to ensure the speedy
outcome.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Shweta Shah
25.
4, Gobind Road
Merrut
3 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
Meerut
Subject: Menace of Frequent Thefts
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw the attention of
the concerned authorities towards the menace of the thefts in our locality in
recent weeks. For the past few weeks, there have been many cases of thefts in
our area along with some chain and purse snatching cases. A gang seemed to
exist, planning all these thefts meticulously and our local law and order seems
to not get hold of the issue. The most shocking thing about these cases is that
they happen in broad daylight. A lot of people have suffered great loss and are
awaiting justice. The local law and order authorities were approached but
there seems to be no action taken as these cases are still rapidly happening.
Through your esteemed newspaper, I want to bring this matter in notice of
higher authorities. It is high time that they should do something concrete to
eradicate this crime and get a hold of the criminals. I would also like to appeal
to the general public to stand up against this menace unitedly and fight against
it.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Ram Charan
26.
Sarvodaya Vidyalaya
Saket
New Delhi
20 April, 20xx
The Area Manager
Shanti N.G.O.
New Delhi
Subject: Request for Participation in Half Marathon
Sir/Madam,
On behalf of a few students of my school, I wish to request you to allow us to
participate in the half marathon organised by your prestigious N.G.O. on 28
April 20xx starting from National Stadium. Around 200 students of our school
wish to participate in the half marathon therefore, it would be highly
appreciable if you can arrange 200 t-shirts for boys and girls aged between 15
and 17 years. Once we are granted the permission for the participation in the
half marathon, we will send the demand draft for the payment of the T-shirts.
Looking forward to your response at the earliest.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Manish Mehta
(School Captain)
27.
4, Raja Road
Karnal
2 March, 20xx
The Editor
Haryana Aawaz
Karnal
Subject: Increase in Road Accidents
Sir/Madam,
I am writing to draw your attention towards the increase in road accidents in
our city. These accidents are happening due to a sudden increase in the
number of private vehicles alongwith a lack of civic sense in the drivers. In this
heavy traffic, it is common for vehicles to overtake, take wrong turns and move
in wrong lanes which has consequently led to road accidents. Some of the
other reasons causing accidents are, poor lighting, absence of safety
procedures and lack of traffic education. The authorities should chalk out a
comprehensive plan to improve the traffic situation in order to lessen the
number of accidents occuring. Also the general public should use public
transport more often and have patience while driving. Stricter traffic laws
must be implemented to make roads safer. These and many more steps need
to be taken on urgent basis to check this menace of increasing road accidents. I
hope my views will be considered for public benefit.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Rama Shastri
28. 20, Shanti Enclave
Delhi
3 March, 20xx
The Editor
Delhi Times
New Delhi
Subject: Increasing Obesity Among Young Children
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to express my deep
concern over the problem of health hazards caused by junk food and wrong
eating habits, among which obesity tops the list as a very grave issue. The
craze of junk food has struck the entire world. There is very little nutritional
value in them. Basically these foods are often high in calories and offer no
nutritional advantage. Often parents too tend to overlook the issue and
unknowingly add into the bargain through their lack of attention. Being
overweight is a risk factor for a variety of chronic health problems including
diabetes, heart ailments, etc. The only profit gainers from fast food are the fast
food manufacturing companies. Therefore, it is an appeal to the concerned
authorities to take preventive measures in this regard. I also appeal the
parents and schools to keep a check on the eating patterns and habits of young
children and inculcate healthy food habits in them. I hope, I was able to put
across my ideas and concerns regarding the above mentioned matter of
concern.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Lavanya Rana
29.
A-12
East of Kailash
New Delhi
14 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi
Subject: Increasing Crimes Against North East People
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the
attention of the general public, concerned authorities as well as the
government towards the rapidly increasing cases of crime against people
coming from north east region of India to the capital in order to pursue
education or better job opportunities. These people face a lot of problems
including racism and violence. This is a matter of grave concern. India is a
nation of unity in diversity, however we fail to respect their individuality and
treat them as outsiders or secondary. Racial comments and rude behaviour
without any reason, just for fun are bound to hurt feelings and may also result
in revert action from their side which can convert trivial issues into grave
matters. Recently, a young student was found dead at his residence under
mysterious circumstances resulting from racial comments. Through your
newspaper, I would like to appeal to the government to make strict laws to
resolve such issues and punish the perpetrators. The police authorities should
immediately file the victim's complaints and take action to make them feel safe
and welcomed in the capital as well as other cities. Such behaviour not only
hurts individuals but also dents the image of our country. I hope I have been
able to highlight the issue and its seriousness, and there will be some prompt
action from the government.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Anchal Sharma
30.
F-112, Kailash Colony
Delhi
10 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
New Delhi
Subject: Hazards of Noise Pollution
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw the
attention of the concerned authorities towards the increasing problems of
noise pollution. Not only noise pollution causes health problems but also is
very irritating and leads to quarrels sometime. Recently, in a colony near my
locality a scuffle broke out between two parties due to use of loudspeakers.
The matter turned out to be serious, causing disharmony among the residents.
Increasing noise pollution is a huge threat to our health. It causes loss of sleep,
rest and peace. Students preparing for exams, studying, elderly people and
sick people suffer a lot from it. Noise pollution is also known to cause adverse
effect on the sense of hearing. It is time that the concerned authorities take
strict action against it by imposing noise control laws. Unauthorised use of
loudspeakers should be banned at all public places. There should also be strict
time limit to follow for the use of loudspeakers at functions and marriages.
Public in general should be made aware so that they can act responsibly and
fight against the danger of noise pollution. It is earnestly hoped that the
concerned authorities will take prompt and necessary actions regarding this
matter to relieve themselves and others from its adverse effects.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Arjun Thareja
31.
48, Kailash Colony
New Delhi
15 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Times
New Delhi
Subject: Encroachment on Pavements
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw the attention of
the concerned authorities towards the pitiable conditions of pavements in my
city. Pavements are meant for pedestrians to walk. However, these pavements
have been encroached upon everywhere in the city and because of this, the
general public is forced to walk on the crowded road. Unauthorised hawkers
and stalls add to the nuisance. The pavements are already narrow and due to
this people are forced to walk on crowded roads. Vehicles being ridden on
them at high speed also jeopardise pedestrians' safety and they become prone
to accidents. Government spends crores on such pavements for the benefit and
welfare of pedestrians but all this is going waste as they cannot use the
pavements. Also, such encroachments make the city appear chaotic and
hamper its beauty. Therefore, I wish to utilise this space to highlight the
neccesity of having better facilities for pedestrians and the need to improve
the conditions of the footpaths in my city. Looking forward to see immediate
actions being taken regarding this matter.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Ram Yadav
32.
ABC School
Gwalior
M.P.
21 March, 20xx
Dear Mummy,
I was so happy to receive your letter yesterday. Thank you for your loving
words of encouragement and support. I am doing okay mummy. But I feel very
lonely here, everything is new and everybody is a stranger. Food here is okay;
we sit in the cafeteria and it is served like a buffet. But it doesn't have the same
taste as yours. I miss the food cooked by you. My roommates are good and we
are becoming friendly. The teachers are also good. We have to follow a set
routine right from rising to sleeping on time after the lights are out. I miss you
all and home. Though I am trying to adjust here, I so wish and want you and
Papa to call me back, so that I can go back to my old school with my friends
and known teachers. Mummy, please call me back. I promise to be a good, hard
working girl and stand first in my class. I'll do all my work by myself. I miss
everybody there, here I have nobody to take care of me. Nobody is concerned
whether I am well or not. I wish and hope you'll consider my request and call
me back as soon as possible. Looking forward to your reply. Give my love and
regards to Papa, Dadu, Dadi and love to Gattu.
Your loving daughter
Anamika
33.
XYZ
New Delhi
14 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Times
Subject: Relief Fund for Uttarakhand Floods
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the
attention of the general public towards the havoc caused by the June 2012
floods in Uttarakhand. Those dreadful floods wiped out hundreds of villages,
leaving people homeless, jobless and miserable. People lost their dear ones,
their businesses, their homes and remained in those treacherous conditions
for many days without food, water and shelter. As a responsible citizen of my
country, I want to urge the general public to donate generously to the
Uttarakhand Relief Fund and help the flood victims get hold of their life again.
We cannot imagine what they must have gone through but even our small
contribution can make a lot of difference in their lives. We should make every
effort to restore the normal life there. I wish to utilise this space to request the
general public to come forward and send their help wholeheartedly to these
people in distress. I hope you will publish this letter so that more and more
relief is sent to Uttarakhand as soon as possible.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
ABC
344
34.
K-Block
Rajouri Garden
New Delhi
1 March, 20xx
Dear Rajat
Yesterday, after speaking to your sister, I came to know about your accident.
Even though you have fractured your right leg, I am glad to hear that it wasn't
a fatal accident and that very soon you will able to walk and carry on with
your daily routine. I know you must be very worried about missing your final
examination as I know how hard you were working. But Rajat, such things
happen in life and we still have to move forward. You should count your
blessings and be thankful that nothing serious happened. We all know you are
a bright student and I am sure, next year will come in no time and you will pull
through the examinations with flying colours. As of now, I request you to not
worry about missing your examinations and take full rest and recover soon. I
have spoken with my parents and next weekend I would come to meet you.
We'll discuss about next year's plan then. Please take good care of yourself and
get well soon.
Give my love and regards to auntie and uncle.
Your loving friend
Rahul
35.
J-Block
Rajouri Garden
New Delhi
20 March, 20xx
The Editor
Delhi Aawaz
Subject: Request for Immediate Repair of Water Pipes
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, on behalf of the residents of J
Block, Rajouri Garden, I wish to draw the attention of the concerned
authorities towards the severe water shortage being faced by our locality. The
water pipe that supplies the drinking water is damaged and there has not
been any water supply for two days. This is a very grave matter of concern.
Without water the whole life comes to a halt. Especially it is creating a lot of
problem for school going children and office-goers. People either have to go to
other localities in search of clean drinking water or buy it from water
suppliers. The whole life has been disturbed by this problem. Through your
prestigious newspaper, I urge the concerned authorities to take some prompt
and necessary action on an urgent basis. Also, in the meanwhile the
authorities should arrange some temporary solution to our locality like
suppling drinking water through tankers, etc. I wish that the authorities will
pay heed to our urgent request and take immediate action.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Rohini
36.
XYZ
Mumbai
20 March, 20xx
The Editor
Mumbai Zone
Mumbai
Subject: Mosquito Menace and Dengue in City
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw the attention of
the concerned authorities towards the mosquito menace and rapidly
spreading dengue in our city. This has been a regular thing since past two-
three years during monsoons. Now, the city is distressed by the mosquito
menace. Poor condition of roads, open manholes and drains become breeding
grounds of mosquitoes after heavy downpours every year. The unattended
garbage and stagnant water result in dangerous mosquitoes and as a result, a
spurt of dengue fever becomes a common sight in the city. This year too has
been no different and more than a thousand victims have been hospitalised in
different parts of the city. There is an urgent need to create awareness of the
problem of dengue. The concerned authorities should maintain cleanliness in
the city and fill up all the breeding ground of mosquitoes. Stronger chemicals
should be used in order to kill the existing mosquitoes. Even the general public
should keep their surroundings clean and not leave water accumulated
anywhere, wear full sleeves clothes and stay alert to prevent this dangerous
disease from spreading. I hope that the authorities will pay heed and take
some remedial actions immediately.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Varun Rana
37.
XYZ
Lucknow
18 March, 20xx
Dear Mummy,
I am fine here, and hope that you receive this letter in good spirits. How is
everybody at home? I am doing well and getting adjusted in my new boarding.
I have made a few good friends here. Two of them are my roommates. I want
to tell you about an incident that happend yesterday when my friend and I
went for a walk after dinner. The breeze was blowing gently, everything was
calm, covered with the bright light of full moon. We were walking on the path
around the park, made for walking, suddenly I heard a sound, I stopped and
asked my friend if he heard something too. He replied in negative. We started
walking again. This time the sound was more audible and we both stopped at
once. We looked at each other, little scared, it was a hissing sound. As we stood
there motionless, looking all around us, a cobra came out of the bushes and
raised its hood towards us. We went pale with fear and couldn't move a single
limb of our body and couldn't utter a singleword. I felt so scared, mummy. But,
fortunately, the snake slithered away. My friend released a sigh of relief and
then we realised what just happened. Immediately we ran inside our hostel
and told our warden about it. Soon the guards started searching for the snake
but they couldn't find it. Perhaps it retreated to where it came from. Rest
everything is fine.
Give my love and regards to Papa, Dadi and Dadu, love to Ranu.
Your loving daughter
Akriti
CBSE Sample Questions
1. A.
Brilliant Vidyalaya, Barra
Kanpur
16 August 20xx
The Editor
The DWA
K-21, Anjana Pura
Kanpur
Sub: Need for Promoting Healthy Eating Routines
Dear Sir/Madam
This is with reference to the posters-bearing the message of 'crash diet' that
are being posted around our school premises. Such posters impact the
youngsters negatively and can be hazardous for their self-esteem and compel
them to go on diets just to become thinner. Through the columns of your
esteemed newspaper, I would like to propose the idea of implementing
"Wholesome Lunch Month" for all school students to counter the implications
of such misleading advertisements. This initiative is sure to encourage all
students to bring nutritious and healthy lunch every day and develop healthy
eating routines. To ensure that this project gains strength, schools may
organize puppet shows, street plays, Ted Talks (by Nutritionist/ Psychologist),
encompassing the theme, to foster healthy eating routines and a positive body
image. I hope that the publishing of my letter in the columns of your renowned
Daily, helps spread awareness and promotes a healthy lifestyle among
students.
Yours truly
Sunidhi Prakash
(Vice-Captain) (5)
OR
B.
421, Magna Greens Apartments
Gandhi Marg, Jonpara
Mumbai 19July 2022
The President
RWA, Magna Greens Apartments
42, Gandhi Marg, Jonpara
Mumbai
Subject: Seeking Recommendation for 'Serving Citizens' Award' Nominations.
Dear Sir
This is with reference to the empathetic social service done by Miss Jiya,
Master Adwait and Master Pranit (residents of our complex), in rescuing and
rehabilitating a few old beggars from our neighbourhood. These students
ensured that the beggars were rehabilitated at 'Seva Sadan'- an NGO which
takes care of the needy of our city. This selfless initiative carried out with
dedication and responsibility, deserves due recognition. I, therefore, request
you to issue a letter of recommendation for these students to be nominated for
'Serving Citizens' Award' organised by the local Municipal Corporation. I
would also like to submit that the RWA set up a special committee that looks
into such acts in the future. This would aid dedicated attention and
appropriate screening of nominations. Arrangement of academic sponsorships
for such children would also be an encouraging gesture. I entreat you address
this at your earliest convenience and issue the recommendation letters.
Yours sincerely
Zac Skari (5)
2.
Teen-Toggle Games Pvt. Ltd,
307, Satija building
Colobar Mumbai
Subject: Enquiry about 'Create your Own Board Game'
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am Samina Zaveri, a student of class X from Vadodara. I came across a poster
in my local library notice board about the board game competition. As I wish
to participate in this competition, I would like to know more about the rules of
submission for the competition and other details if we are given samples of
the articles (previous). I would also like to know more about the no. of entries
allowed for the competition.
Thanking you.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours sincerely
Samina Zaveri (5)
3. (i) (d) (1), (3) and (4)
(ii) (d) Inconvenience Faced by the Differently-abled at Tourist Spots
(iii) (C)
(iv) (b) (i) perceptions and attitudes (ii) cautioning the authorities
(v) (c) Yes, to option (2) because of the tone of polite expectation.
(vi) (a) help spread awareness about the issue.
4. (A)
Satya Nagra Colony
Bhubaneshwar
Orissa
4th November 2020
Station House Officer
Police Station
Bhubaneshwar
Subject: Flouting quarantine rules laid out during the pandemic
Sir,
I am writing this letter to bring your notice to a serious situation here in my
colony. I have noticed for the past few weeks that the residents of our colony
are not taking the outbreak of Covid seriously and are flouting quarantine
rules laid out for the public to follow. This is concerning and needs immediate
shake down as their careless actions runs the risk of making the pandemic
worse than it already is. There is little to no respect for quarantine rules, social
distancing is just a theory, the shops and public places are jammed packed,
and not everyone seems to wear masks. People in the red zone and lockdown
areas travel freely and casually with no restraint. At this rate the vulnerable
and high-risks people with pre-existing medical conditions might lose their
lives because of some irresponsible people who are flouting the rules. I hope
you look into the situation immediately and deal firmly with those who are
putting everyone at risk.
Thank you
Your sincerely,
Tarun (5)
OR
(B) Hints:
Letter to Book Haven Store requesting home delivery of ordered goods.
- Reference
- Inform
- Give reason: Illness, family emergency, professional commitments, any other
relevant reason
- Request
- Details (5)

ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH WRITING

Analytical Paragraph writing is used to derive information from a collected set
of data. This data can be in the form of bar graph, table, line graph or pie chart,
etc. The data can also be given in the form of clues or data outlines. This form
of writing is used to interpret the facts presented in the given source. A graph
or chart is a visual stimulus to depict the data. The purpose of analysis is
basically to examine the whole part as a basis for clarification, interpretation
and discussion. The student is required to provide an analysis and comparison
of the given facts and draw conclusions based on the given data. Compile the
given set of data and frame it into a paragraph. However, remember not to
include any additional information which has not been mentioned in the given
graph or clue. Formation of Analytical Paragraph: Beginning: Always begin
your writing by giving an introduction of the given information. Describe the
topic of analytical writing in 2-3 lines.
Body of the Analytical paragraph: In the body of the analytical paragraph,
divide the given information in two paragraphs. State the facts given in the
graph or chart. Draw comparisons if required and write the information using
a crisp language. Never deviate from the topic and don't add any information
not provided in the chart or graph.
Conclusion: This is the concluding part of Analytical paragraph writing, sum
up the information in last paragraph in a very precise form.
Points to remember:
• Understand the objective of the given graph or chart
• Use given evidence to make your point
• Write the introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion
• Don't include facts that can't be supported with a reference
• Focus on the quality and not the quantity
• Keep it clear, concise and unambiguous
 Previous Years' CBSE Board Questions
1. Look at the data given below which shows the changes that have occurred
between 2010 to 2020 in Jind regarding women's eduction. Write a paragraph
in 100 – 120 words interpreting the data.

2. The bar chart below shows data about the number of digital devices
purchased in Sahibabad across the years 2016-20. Write a paragraph
analyzing the given data in 100-120 words.

3. The given pie-chart shows how water is consumed in households in a

metropolitan city in India. Study the information carefully and write a
paragraph in about 100-120 words drawing a comparative analysis of water
consumption. Emphasize on wasteful water consumption and suggest possible
ways to save water.

4. The chart below gives the percentage of social media users by age in India in
2020. Write a paragraph analysing the given information, drawing
comparisons among different age groups in 100-120 words.

5. Internet provides every information one seeks at the click of a button. As a

result children today are living in a comfort zone. According to research, this
will result in long-term consequences which will affect their brain. Based on
the following chart, write an analytical paragraph in not more than 120 words
on activities to improve brain power:

6. A survey was conducted in the National Capital in over twenty schools

about the different activities that interest the children in the age group of 13
years to 15 years. Write a paragraph in not more than 120 words, analyzing
the following information.
 CBSE Sample Questions
1. Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below. (5 × 1 = 5)
A. Gurmeet Kaur is an aspiring candidate for a public-funded engineering
college in the suburbs. She belongs to a nearby village, has minimal
technological skills and exposure, has the required cut-off percentage and is
looking for a complete or partial scholarship. Write a paragraph in about 100-
120 words, analysing her SWOT notes to support your stand on whether she
should join/not join the college.

OR
B. Read the following excerpt from an online post of a website on educational
practices.
Kids who appreciate how much effort, time and care goes into growing food
will understand how important farmers are, and why it's important to take
care of our Earth. In the world of today, gardening needs to be given more
importance than sports, music and dance in all schools because it creates
environmental stewards and outdoor learning laboratories that help the child
and community for years to come. Write a paragraph in 100-120 words to
analyse the given argument. You could think about what alternative
explanations might weaken the given conclusion and include rationale/
evidence that would strengthen/counter the given argument. (2022-23)
2. Study the concept chart from the self-help magazine section of a monthly
publication.
Write a paragraph in not more than 120 words, analysing the listed responses
to the situation when one faces setbacks. (5 marks) (Term II, 2021-22)
3. Attempt ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words.
(A) The chart below displays data about the number of digital devices
purchased in Rishunagar across the years 2015-2019. Write a paragraph
analyzing the given data.
 OR
(B) Read the following excerpt from an article that appeared in the magazine
section of a local daily: The ban on single-use plastic is impractical. The
purpose of articles like bags and packaging is ultimately to make human life
easier. Plastic articles do this well, so they shouldn't be banned. Write a
paragraph to analyse the given argument. You could think about what
alternative explanations might weaken the given conclusion and include
rationale/evidence that would strengthen / counter the given argument. (5
marks) (2020-21)

ANSWERS
Previous Years' CBSE Board Questions
1. The data given in the table shows the changes that have taken place
between 2010 to 2020 in Jind regarding women's education. Girl education
and male female ratio is a highly pressing issue in the state of Haryana.
However, the given data shows a steady and positive growth in women
education in a prominent city of Haryana. To quote the given data it shows an
increase in the number of educational institutes, girl's schools saw a rise of
four more institutes in 2020 and colleges increased by eleven in 2020.
Number of students has also increased substantially. In 2010 the number of
students in schools were 40000 which reached 46000 in 2020 and similarly
number of colleges students increased from 16000 in 2010 and reached
28000. All these positive figures consequently increased the literacy rates
which were 50% in 2010, it increased and saw a hike of 20% and reached
70% in 2020. Distance Education Centres also saw an increase in number. In
2010 there were only two centres which increased to six in 2020. All the data
provided in the table can be concluded by stating that the city of Jind saw a
positive boost in girl education following the motto of "Beti Bacho, Beti
Padhao".
2. The given bar chart shows the data about the number of digital devices
purchased in Sahibabad across the years 2016-20. The two items discussed
are smartphones and computers. Both have become a necessary part of
everyday life and as a matter of fact they play an important role in easing our
life. In 2016 the purchase of computer was overshadowing smartphones
which was less than 40000 in comparison to computers which was more that
40000 mark. The data of the year 2017 and 2019 is almost similar where
computers have crossed the 60000 mark and smartphones are a slight below
the mark of 60000. The year 2018 witnessed a good hike in the purchase of
both the devices and for the first time the purchase of smartphones surpassed
the purchase of computers. Smartphones crossed the 80000 mark. Whereas
computers remained slightly below the 80000 mark. In 2020 as well the
purchase of smartphone saw a good spike and reached around 90000 mark.
However, the purchase of computers saw an all time high and crossed the
100000 mark. Overall, however there was constant up and down in the
purchase of both the devices, the year 2020 concluded on a good note for both
the devices crossing 80000 mark and witnessing an all time hike in purchase.
3. Water is precious to us as we can't survive without water. But we have found
that water is being wasted everywhere by the mankind. The given pie-chart
shows how water is consumed in households in a metropolitan city in India.
By noticing the given data in pie-chart, we have found that 26% water is being
consumed in toilets while 22% of water is being used in washing clothes. This
is completely wastage of water. Water can be saved by recycle method as it is
being done in Japan. 14% of water is wasted just because of leakage in pipes
or in taps. People don't bother about the leakage. On the other hand, we waste
16% of water in shower. People love to have shower twice or thrice especially
in summer but they are not aware about how much water they are going to
waste. 17% of water is also being wasted on faucets while 2%on bathing and
others. While washing the dishes, we ourselves waste 1%of water although it
can be saved by keeping a big bowl under the tap in sink. Water is necessary
for the survival of each living creature on this planet, be it a small worm, plant
or animals. We are in the shortage of fresh water to drink just because of
excessive wastage of water in daily chores. Let's pledge not to waste a single
drop of water.
4. Social media is an excellent way to connect with customers and build
relationships. Millions of people use social media every day. Different age
groups of people use social media for different purposes. The chart given
below shows the percentage of social media users by age in India in 2020.
76% teens use the media to get news. 73% people of aging 20s use the social
media to get news. The most numbers of people aging 30s use media to get
news while least number of people aging 70+ use it to get news. The
maximum number of teens are interested in online games. On the other hand,
people aging 50s are least interested in online games while they are interested
in product research whilst teens are not interested at all in it. Teens are more
interested in downloads as compared to the age group of 70s. 83%of people
aging group 40s are interested in product research. But the age group of 30s
take interest in buying products. While the age group belong to70s take less
interest in buying products. Teens don't bother about searching people but the
age group of 20s are most interested in that. Social media is addictive and can
consume your time although it would help to connect with people but not
physically.
5. The given pie chart provides the different activities that can help children
improve their brain power. The given data shows that all these different
activities, in varying degrees, can help stimulate and improve a person's brain
power. Such activities are necessary in today's world as most of our
knowledge are just 'internet answers. Gone are the days when we study hard
to learn or write successfully. Advanced technology and the internet makes
finding 'answers' easy without any 'originality' from ourselves. The graph
presents how writing as well as doing puzzles, crosswords games etc. are the
highest brain stimulators. Next to them is social interaction which is followed
by discussing matters of current affairs. Such activities keep the brain
constantly moving, thereby allowing one's brain power to be constantly
updated. In the lower percentage group comes reading newspapers, regular
exercise as well as listening to music. But this doesn't mean that they are not
necessary. Rather, they are also important practices that will further help us.
To conclude, the graph shows that doing activities that makes the brain work
instead of just getting 'solutions' from the internet, is a much better form of
gaining knowledge as well as learning by oneself.
6. The given graph shows the different activities that children between the
ages of 13 to 15 years from over twenty schools prefer or one interested in.
This survey taken in the National Capital shows how different activities are
preferred by the children. Majority of the preference falls on Music, with the
children showing the most interest in it. The second most preferred activity is
shared by cricket and theatre, attracting about 40 children each. While music
alone stands the most interesting activity for the children, theatre and cricket
also seens to be preferred somehow. The least preferred activity is shared
between dance and art. These two activities do not seem to be interesting
enough for the children compared to the other activities. In conclusion,
despite the high rate of interest in pursuing music as an activity among the
children, we can also safely say that dance and art also holds a good degree of
importance or preference. Thus, music as an activity proved to be the activity
that interests the children the most.

CBSE Sample Questions

1. A. In support of the decision:
The given information explains the options Gurmeet would consider while
taking the right decision to get her admission in a public funded engineering
college. Having a strong curriculum and being vibrant in activity clubs, she will
be ensured of enhancing her educational journey. Though hostel facility is not
available, she may put up in some suburbs. Otherwise she can also travel daily
from her village. She has the best opportunity of practice based research and
be a partner with some professional organisations. Although the college has
aconventional culture, hard work, responsible behaviour and decision making
would help Gurmeet to get admitted in it. Her strengths and opportunities will
work in her favour. Taking this opportunity will allow her to correct the public
misperception towards public-funded colleges. Against the decision: The
given information illustrates Gurmeet's predicament about getting admission
in a public-funded college. Although she had a strong curriculum engaged with
some activity clubs, the college lacks diversity and has issues with the
students' behaviour as well. Also the fact that there is no hostel facility
available will make it hard for her to attend college. Under-utilization of IT
services will be another hurdle to the enhancement of Gurmeet's educational
journey. If she doesn't qualify for a complete/ partial scholarship, arranging
her own accommodation will increase her expenditure too. Thus, the
weakness and threats exceed the strengths and opportunities. So, it is
suggested that Gurmeet does not apply for admission to the said college. (5)
OR
B. Argument FOR the subject of the statement: In the world of today, gardening
needs to be given more importance than sports, music and dance in all
schools. While sports, music and dance contribute towards personal growth,
the current times mandate attention towards an issue that is global ---nature
and natural processes. With growing food wastage in many homes today and
the urban young believing that vegetables are grown, harvested at the super
markets, the efforts of the farmers are discredited. Gardening at school will
open a world of first-hand learning experiences of sowing, watering and
harvesting processes. Waiting for the saplings to grow will inculcate
sensitivity, patience, empathy, gratitude and value for one's hard work. They
will feel accountable for their piece of Mother Earth, resulting in making them
efficient and enterprising environmental stewards. Unlike sports, music or
dance, gardening goes beyond just enjoyment to create aware and responsible
citizens of the future.
Argument AGAINST the subject of the statement:
Gardening, certainly, should not be given precedence over sports, music and
dance in all schools. Gardening at school requires good planning with hands-
on guidance and continued supervision by the teachers. Students tend to lose
interest due to the slow and natural growth progress of plants as well as the
investment of continuous hard work. Small targets or goals would be missing
whereas the danger of destruction of their work due to rains, intrusion of
grazing animals or a pest attack is like to set in a feeling of defeat. It may be
noted that sports, music and dance are uplifting activities which display faster
results, are enjoyable and inculcate team spirit,
collaboration and confidence. Unlike gardening, setbacks in these activities
can be addressed with some sense of personal control. These activities help
students express and de-stress successfully. So, maintaining their due
importance in the school's co-curriculum is imperative. (5)
2. Setbacks often leave on with a feeling of disappointment and sometimes
even worse. The concept chart given displays two ways to handle setbacks, for
better or worse. Similarly there are two ways of processing setbacks namely
healthy and unhealthy. An optimistic way of seeing a setback processes the
ability to feel, reflect, learn and align. On the other hand, negative perspective
of a failure can lead to listlessness, diverted attention, excessive rumination
and unacceptance of failures. It is evident that experiencing a setback leads to
feelings of inadequacy and incompetency along with an unwillingness to
accept situations. Responding to setbacks the positive way is empowering as it
leads to success. (5)
3. (A) The chart below displays data about the number of digital devices
purchased in Rishunagar across the years 2015-2019 specifically in terms of
sales of smartphones against the sales of computers. As we can see from the
data below that the sales between smart and computers is fairly competitive
from the year 2015-2017. In 2015 the people of Rishunagar purchased
smartphones around the figure of 38k against the 40k plus computers. The
following year the sales of the both devices is increased with about the same
gap of sales, with smartphones sales still leading. In 2017 there's a clear lead
in sales of smartphones over computers. The smartphone sales went upto an
impressive 85k against 78k of computer sales. But the sales dipped in the year
2018 for both devices as computer sales hit only a 50k plus mark while
smartphones did comparatively better with a 70k sales. It can be noted that
the year 2018 had the biggest difference between sales, especially with the
computer sales being less than the two previous years. In 2019 we see a good
jump in the sales of both devices with smartphones leading the sales again
hitting 102k sales while computer sales hit the 90k mark, overall a good year
for both devices. As we can see from the given chart data regarding the sale
comparison between smartphone and computers in Rishunagar. We can tell
that generally over the years 2015-2019 smartphones were sold more than
computers except for the year 2017. (5)
OR
(B) Hints:
3 marks for content
2 marks for expression (1 mark - grammatical accuracy, appropriate words
and spellings + 1 mark - cohesion via connecting ideas, logical progression
and coherence through relevance of ideas and style) (5)

ANSWERS
1. The given pie chart shows the discipline-wise average percentage of the
candidates who appeared in an interview.
The given data shows that among 22,500 applicants, the highest percentage of
candidates applied for the job is in accounts. The second most applied
discipline is marketing, then comes the medical field which has 15% of the
total candidates and the arts and HR section has almost the same number of
candidates. The others section has only 16% of candidates which shows that
very less number of candidates are interested to get job in others section. The
pie chart shows a vast difference between the number of candidates applied
for accounts and the other disciplines. It clearly shows that most of the
candidates which sums up a total of 23% are interested and willing to get job
in accounts section. Marketing is also preferable over other disciplines
mentioned in the chart. To conclude the given chart, it clearly shows that
accounts is the most preferred choice. This has helped us in understanding the
candidates' choice and preference to get a job at the most designated sections
which might fetch them a lucrative salary package.
2. The given graph shows a comparison between the performance shown by
the boys and girls of a class in the half-yearly examinations.
The graph shows the comparison between the marks obtained in the given
subjects by the boys and the girls, in which the girls have shown best
performance in English with 90 marks, then they have performed well in
Mathematics with 80 marks. The girls have obtained same marks in
computers and Hindi around 70 marks and they performed the least in
Science, obtaining only average 60 marks. In comparison to girls, boys have
not performed well as the highest marks they have obtained is in computers
around 70 marks, which is equal to girls. The second subject is English in
which the boys obtained 80 marks, but they have performed average in
Mathematics with 60 marks and below average in Hindi and Science with 40
and 30 marks respectively. To conclude the given graph, it clearly shows that
girls have performed much better than boys in all the subjects.
3. The given bar graph shows the usage of skin care products by men and
women over the time of three months. The products used are facewash, toner
and sunscreen. The bar graph of men shows that the most used product by
men is facewash. In the month of June, the facewash was used around 33
times, in July 30 times and in August 35 times. The toner was used around 27
times in the month of June, 20 times in July and around 33 times in the month
of August. The sunscreen was used 29 times in the month of June, 25 times in
July and 32 times in August. The bar graph of women shows that the most
used product is sunscreen. In the month of June, the facewash was used 25
times, in July 22 times and in August 24 times. The toner was used 22 times in
the month of June, in July 25 times and in August 27 times. The sunscreen
being the most used product was used 34 times in June, 29 times in July and
35 times in August. To conclude the given information, the usage of facewash
by man saw a rise in the month of August and reached its peak and usage of
sunscreen by women saw its rise in the month of August too, reaching its peak
of 35 times of usage.
4. The linear graph illustrates the average monthly temperatures of two
countries-South Africa and Canada, and the data compares how the
temperature in these countries changes throughout the year. The temperature
is measured in Celsius. As the graph illustrates, the temperature is roughly 30
degree centigrade in the months of January, February and March and it is 32°C
in December, which is the hottest month of the year there. At the same time,
the temperature in Canada is subsequently increasing from February to July,
but the temperature of Canada in January is 7 degree centigrade, January is
the coldest month of the year in Canada. The temperature of South Africa
remains 30°C till March and then it keeps falling till July when it is nearly 20°C,
which the coolest for the country. Through the rest of year it again starts
increasing till it reaches 32°C in December. To conclude, Canada seems like the
cooler country than South Africa, where the temperature is warmer.
5. The given graph shows the total number of sales the two dealers have made
in the given months. The given graph shows the number of masks sold by the
two dealers from March to July amidst the pandemic. The data shows that
dealer 1 has sold 700 masks whereas dealer 2 has sold only 500 masks which
is much less in comparison to dealer 1. It further shows that in the month of
April and June dealer 1 has sold equal number of masks, whereas dealer 2 has
sold equal number of masks in March and in the month of May also. In the
month of May, dealer 1 has sold the lesser number of masks and in July he
made it equal to the month of March, which is also equal to dealer 1. If we look
at the data it clearly shows that although dealer 2 has sold the same number of
masks in March and May, but he has sold the highest number in April, in June
and July also he has made the average sale which shows that the has made a
good sale in all the five months To conclude the graph, it clearly shows that
throughout the five months dealer 2 has made a good sale in total which has
reached up to sale of 3100 masks in total, whereas dealer 1 has sold only 2500
total masks, comparatively it is quite less. Although in the beginning dealer 1
has made a good sale but he is at loss in overall sale of the given five months.

GRAMMAR
What a strong and sturdy foundation do to strengthen a building so does the
knowledge of grammar to a language. The learning process of grammar makes
one acquaintance with the small nuances of language. It is very important to
learn grammar and its rules to effectively use a language. Grammar
determines the correct use of sentence structure in spoken as well as written
language. So, learning grammar and retaining that knowledge will help you in
achieving mastery over a language. As said,
 Previous Years' CBSE Board Questions
1. Fill in the blanks:
Select the correct option to fill in the blanks.

1. I appreciate even __________ help given to me.

(a) little
(b) much
(c) the little
(d) few
2. One ___________ read the newspaper every day.
(a) should
(b) would
(c) can
(d) may
3. The domestic cat ________ related to the lion and the tiger.
(a) be
(b) is
(c) has been
(d) is being
4. We __________ not really change a man's mind and heart with money.
(a) can
(b) could
(c) may
(d) might
5. Economics __________ difficult for the students of grade nine.
(a) is
(b) are
(c) has
(d) were
6. If you had worked hard, you ____________ have passed.
(a) may
(b) will
(c) would
(d) might
7. Fill in the blank by choosing the correct opiton to complete a school
advisory.
Parents must ___________ their children's leisure activities.
(a) look at
(b) look into
(c) look away
(d) look up
8. Select the correct option to fill in the blank for the given line on 'save the
environment poster' Keep the environment clean. Do not litter. You______
follow rules.
(a) should
(b) may
(c) must
(d) will
9. In times of trouble you can always _________ your parents for help.
(a) turn in
(b) turn to
(c) turn on
(d) turn away
10. The doctor ___________ examined the patient when the family arrived.
(a) was
(b) had
(c) has
(d) have
11. The public __________ feed the animals in a zoo.
(a) should not
(b) ought not to
(c) must not
(d) need not
12. There is ___________ sugar in the tin for a cup of tea.
(a) enough
(b) much
(c) more
(d) little
13. Sita is working hard these days. I think she ____________ admission in a
medical college.
(a) will get
(b) might get
(c) would get
(d) would be getting
14. The train is running late we ____________ for one hour.
(a) would wait
(b) should have to wait
(c) shall have to wait
(d) may be waitin (1 x 4 = 4 marks) (Term I, 2021-22)
Complete the following paragraph by filling in the blanks with the help of the
given options:
15. After (a) a week in the cottage, he decided that he didn't really enjoy (b) in
the countryside and began (c) of an excuse for (d) the cottage.
(a) (i) spending
(ii) have spent
(iii) spent
(iv) spends
(b) (i) to living
(ii) lived
(iii) living
(iv) lives
(c) (i) to thinking
(ii) to thought
(iii) thought
(iv) to think
(d) (i) sold
(ii) selling
(iii) sells
(iv) sale (4 marks)(2020)
16. Reading books (a) a good hobby. Books open (b) vast new world to us.
They increase (c) knowledge and change our outlook (d) the world.
(a) (i) has
(ii) was
(iii) are
(iv) is
(b) (i) the
(ii) a
(iii) an
(iv) some
(c) (i) his
(ii) one's
(iii) our
(iv) your
(d) (i) towards
(ii) for
(iii) by
(iv) from (4 marks)(2020)
17. A great advantage (a) early rising is the good start it gives us to our day's
work. An early riser has done a large amount of hard work (b) other men have
got out of their beds. In the early morning, the mind is fresh and there __(c)
few noises or other distractions so that the work done
(d) that time is generally well done.
(a) (i) and
(ii) of
(iii) but
(iv) from
(b) (i) at
(ii) or
(iii) upon
(iv) before
(c) (i) are
(ii) is
(iii) will
(iv) was
(d) (i) at
(ii) for
(iii) from
(iv) on (4 marks)(2020)
18. Complete the paragraph given below by filling in the blanks with the help
of options that follow: (Attempt any four) (1 x 4 = 4 marks) (2019 C)
Sabarimala is situated_(a) Western Ghats and is named after Sabari, the tribal
woman_(b) in the Ramayana, (c) attained salvation after (d) meeting (e) Ram.
(a) (i) on
(ii) at
(iii) in
(iv) over
(b) (i) mention
(ii) mentioned
(iii) mentioning
(iv) mentions
(c) (i) who
(ii) whose
(iii) whom
(iv) which
(d) (i) his
(ii) her
(iii) their
(iv) your
(e) (i) to
(ii) with
(iii) about
(iv) for
19. Birds and animals live in the lap__(a)___ nature and can predict the likely
changes accurately. Swallows usually fly high (b) the sky. But during a storm,
they come down (c) fly close to the ground. If they fly low you (d) be sure of
strong winds. Even a toad can be (e) reliable weatherman.
(a) (i) in
(ii) of
(iii) on
(iv) for
(b) (i) in
(ii) of
(iii) on
(iv) to
(c) (i) nor
(ii) or
(iii) but
(iv) and
(d) (i) would
(ii) should
(iii) might
(iv) could
(e) (i) a
(ii) an
(iii) the
(iv) some
(4 marks) (Delhi 2019)
20. 1. He would (a) beg than steal.
2. I have not met him_(b)__ he has left school.
3. He was_(c) sad yesterday.
4. The earth_(d) around the sun.
5. He usually (e) breakfast before he goes to school.
(a) (i) not
(ii) rather
(iii) no longer
(iv) nor
(b) (i) as
(ii) for
(iii) when
(iv) since
(c) (i) very
(ii) to
(iii) more
(iv) fairly
(d) (i) moved
(ii) has moved
(iii) is moved
(iv) moves
(e) (i) is eating
(ii) has eaten
(iii) eats
(iv) ate
21. The modern student (a)____ the importance (b) physical exercise. He
spends one to two hours in open air__(c)____ he takes part in different sports.
However, care should__(d)___ not to overstrain_(e) body. (4 marks) (Al 2019)
(a) (i) understood
(ii) understand
(iii) have understand
(iv) understands
(b) (i) of
(ii) by
(iii) from
(iv) with
(c) (i) how
(ii) which
(iii) where
(iv) why
(d) (i) be taken
(ii) took
(iii) takes
(iv) has taken
(e) (i) a
(ii) an
(iii) the
(iv) some (4 marks) (2018)
22. In 1905, Albert Einstein worked as a technical expert (a) the local patent
office. During this time, he published four of his (b) important papers on the
history of science. It proved to be a major step (c) progress in the field of
science.
(a) (i) in
(ii) on
(iii) at
(iv) from
(b) (i) much
(ii) many
(iii) most
(iv) more
(c) (i) to
(ii) towards
(iii) in
(iv) into (3 marks) (Board Term I, 2017)
23. In urban India, the steadily bulging wallet has given (a) to a certain kind of
lifestyle that comes with several statutory health warnings. Hunting for food is
no longer a strenuous activity-the restaurants that (b) mushroomed in the
cities (c) a rich fare any time of the day or night.
(a) (i) risen
(ii) rise
(iii) rose
(iv) arose
(b) (i) has
(ii) had
(iii) having
(iv) have
(c) (i) offered
(ii) offer
(iii) offers
(iv) offering (Board Term 1, 2017)
24. I met a smart young person_(a)_ wanted a 'selfie' (b) me. So we (c) on top
of a boundary wall.
(a) (i) which
(ii) who
(iii) whose
(iv) whom
(b) (i) with
(ii) on
(iii) for
(iv) to
(c) (i) sit
(ii) sits
(iii) sat
(iv) sitting (3 marks) (Delhi 2017)
25. Everyone is not in a position to (a) the family and start living in a (b)__
room on the banks_(c) the Ganga.
(a) (i) leave
(ii) leaves
(iii) left
(iv) leaving
(b) (i) small
(ii) smaller
(iii) smallest
(iv) little
(c) (i) on
(ii) in
(iii) of
(iv) off (3 marks) (Delhi 2017)
26. Most men would have (a) mad after one or two years (b) loneliness. But he
learnt to adjust to (c) conditions.
(a) (i) go
(ii) goes
(iii) went
(iv) gone
(b) (i) of
(ii) in
(iii) into
(iv) on
(c) (i) a
(ii) an
(iii) the
(iv) some (3 marks) (Delhi 2017)
27. Very few people (a) loneliness. It seems to me that most people (b) scared
of (c) left on their own.
(a) (i) enjoy
(ii) enjoys
(iii) enjoyed
(iv) enjoying
(b) (i) is
(ii) am
(iii) are
(iv) was
(c) (i) be
(ii) being
(iii) been
(iv) having (3 marks) (Al 2017)
28. Last year I visited the same spot even if I was not (a) a cycle. I saw that
many buildings (b) been built on (c) banks of the Ganga.
(a) (i) ride
(ii) rides
(iii) rode
(iv) riding
(b) (i) has
(ii) have
(iii) had
(iv) having
(c) (i) a
(ii) an
(iii) the
(iv) some (3 marks) (Al 2017)
29. A young person_(a) a picture (b) both of us with 'selfie'. I could (c) say 'no'.
(a) (i) want
(ii) wants
(iii) wanted
(iv) wanting(b) (i) on
(ii) of
(iii) in
(iv) for
(c) (i) hard
(ii) harder
(iii) hardest
(iv) hardly (3 marks) (Al 2017)
30. The picture that (a)___ out of the camera was_(b) disappointing. In it,
neither I was there (c) was she.
(a) (i) come
(ii) comes
(iii) came
(iv) coming
(b) (i) very
(ii) more
(iii) less
(iv) little
(c) (i) or
(ii) either
(iii) nor
(iv) not (3 marks) (Foreign 2017)
31. Sir Leon said that, in future, computers would be (a) which would be_(b)__
enough to be carried (c) pockets.
(a) (i) make
(ii) makes
(iii) made
(iv) making
(b) (i) small
(ii) little
(iii) less
(iv) smaller
(c) (i) on
(ii) at
(iii) in
(iv) for (3 marks) (Delhi 2017 C)
32. He was (a) at the news (b) the success of a poor candidate (c) got the
highest number of votes in Bihar election.
(a) (i) surprising
(ii) surprise
(iii) surprised
(iv) having surprised
(b) (i) of
(ii) for
(iii) to
(iv) by
(c) (i) which
(ii) whose
(iii) whom
(iv) who (3 marks) (Delhi 2016)
33. The Vichitra Veena as (a) name suggests_(b)__ a rare instrument and there
are not_(c)___ artists who can play this instrument.
(a) (i) a
(ii) an
(iii) the
(iv) some
(b) (i) is
(ii) am
(iii) are
(iv) have been
(c) (i) much
(ii) many
(iii) more
(iv) most (3 marks) (Delhi 2016)
34. Kanishka, the ruler of the Kushanas embraced Buddhism. He_(a)___ invited
to a Buddhist meeting (b) Kashmir during his reign. It was during his time that
Buddhism__(c)____ to Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Java.
(a) (i) is
(ii) was
(iii) had
(iv) has
(b) (i) at
(ii) of
(iii) in
(iv) on
(c) (i) spread
(ii) spreads
(iii) spreading
(iv) is spread (3 marks) (Delhi 2016)
35. Kingfisher is (a) beautiful bird with attractive colours. It (b) found near
lakes, river, canals (c) ponds.
(a) (i) a
(ii) an
(iii) the
(iv) such a
(b) (i) are
(ii) am
(iii) is
(iv) has
(c) (i) and
(ii) but
(iii) so
(iv) or (3 marks) (Al 2016)
36. Recent heavy rains lashed Chennai city, throwing normal life out of gear.
The city (a)__ severe water logging and people wading through knee-deep
water. Many volunteers in their respective areas (b) out the relief activities. In
Annai Satya Nagar food packets (c) distributed to the victims.
(a) (i) seen
(ii) saw
(iii) see
(iv) sees
(b) (i) carry
(ii) carrying
(iii) carried
(iv) had carried
(c) (i) were
(ii) was
(iii) did
(iv) have (3 marks) (Al 2016)
37. Most Indian schools fail to ensure their students adequate playtime and
fitness regime. Two out of every five school going children_(a) have a healthy
body mass index (BMI) and 50% of children (b) adequate lower body
strength. Some schools (c) found to offer three or more physical education
periods per week.
(a) (i) does
(ii) does not
(iii) don't
(iv) do
(b) (i) lack
(ii) lacked
(iii) have lacked
(iv) had lacked
(c) (i) was
(ii) are
(iii) is
(iv) have (3 marks) (Al 2016)
38. (a) agricultural scientists have begun to realise that chemical pesticides
are not necessary. The tragedy is (b) this recognition has come much late.
Pesticides have already (c) our lands.
(a) (i) Few
(ii) Any
(iii) Many
(iv) The few
(b) (i) that
(ii) this
(iii) these
(iv) those
(c) (i) poisoned
(ii) poisoning
(iii) poisons
(iv) poison (3 marks) (Foreign 2016)
39. Today a good (a) varieties of tea and tea brands are available in the
market. Green tea is popular (b) China and the far East. In Japan, the tea
ceremony is a traditional way of greeting guests, (c) is a social occasion.
(a) (i) very
(ii) many
(iii) much
(iv) more
(b) (i) on
(ii) at
(iii) in
(iv) for
(c) (i) and
(ii) it
(iii) both
(iv) this (3 marks) (Delhi 2015)
40. We are living in a world (a) every girl wants to be a diva and every boy (b)
to be called a dude. Today your social acceptance is measured by your friends'
list_(c) a social networking site.
(a) (i) by
(ii) that
(iii) where
(iv) the
(b) (i) desire
(ii) desires
(iii) desiring
(iv) desired
(c) (i) in
(ii) on
(iii) at
(iv) for (3 marks) (Delhi 2015)
41. There are birds and animals that feed_(a)__ dead or injured animals and
plants. The moment they get nature's warning signal-odour-they
quickly_(b)__to the scene. They break down the organic material into smaller
pieces, (c)__ are then broken down into chemical parts.
(a) (i) on
(ii) from
(iii) among
(iv) at
(b) (i) comes
(ii) came
(iii) come
(iv) coming
(c) (i) who
(ii) whom
(iii) which
(iv) what (3 marks) (Delhi 2015)
42. There are ways and ways (a) tackling a problem. But governments all over
the world (b) only one system (c) is: the carrot-and-stick one.
(a) (i) in
(ii) of
(iii) from
(iv) on
(b) (i) prefer
(ii) prefers
(iii) preferred
(iv) preferring
(c) (i) who
(ii) which
(iii) what
(iv) whose (3 marks) (Al 2015)
43. Kalari is a traditional art practised (a) Kerala. Though claims of its
heavenly origin (b) disputable, foreign travellers have mentioned Kalari being
practised in Kerala in as early as the 13th century, (c) makes it the oldest
martial art to be in existence.
(a) (i) at
(ii) from
(iii) into
(iv) in
(b) (i) is
(ii) being
(iii) are
(iv) have
(c) (i) who
(ii) which
(iii) this
(iv) it (3 marks) (Al 2015)
44. The reason for Kalari being_(a) than a mere martial art can be attributed
to the fact that Brahmins practised it. Their influence_(b) Kalari impart an all-
round training (c) the mind and body of the student to make him a complete
man.
(a) (i) many
(ii) much
(iv) most
(iii) more
(b) (i) have made
(ii) is making
(iii) will make
(iv) has made
(c) (i) in
(ii) to
(iii) for
(iv) on (3 marks) (Al 2015)
45. Air is the most essential need of man. In (a) absence of air man cannot live
more than__(b)____ minutes. The tragedy (c) the present age is that, of all the
environmental factors, air is the most affected.
(a) (i) a
(ii) the
(iii) this
(iv) his
(b) (i) some
(ii) the few
(iii) a few
(iv) few
(c) (i) of
(ii) for
(iii) from
(iv) in (3 marks) (Foreign 2015)
46. I have been_(a) to learn English for the last three years. But, I haven't (b)
yet. My teacher is very patient with me and he_(c)__ me every time I fail.
(a) (i) tried
(ii) try
(iii) tries
(iv) trying
(b) (i) succeeded
(ii) succeed
(iii) succeeds
(iv) succeeding
(c) (i) encouraging
(ii) encourage
(iii) encourages
(iv) encouraged (3 marks) (Delhi 2014)
47. I am (a) to go to a hill station this time. Last year, I_(b) to Kanyakumari. My
friends_(c)__ already left for their holiday destinations.
(a) (i) plan
(ii) planning
(iii) planned
(iv) plans
(b) (i) gone
(ii) going
(iii) goes
(iv) went
(c) (i) have
(ii) will
(iii) had
(iv) has (3 marks) (Delhi 2014)
48. The annual function (a) on 14 October, 2013. The programme (b) with the
lighting of the ceremonial lamp. The Principal (c) all the guests.
(a) (i) is being organized
(ii) organized
(iii) was organized
(iv) will organize
(b) (i) begins
(ii) began
(iii) is beginning
(iv) has begun
(c) (i) is welcoming
(ii) welcomes
(iii) has welcomed
(iv) welcomed (3 marks) (Al 2014)
49. Last year, a group of tourists_(a)_ to India and they decided to (b) Goa. At
Calangute they were swept off their feet by the beauty (c) the beach.
(a) (i) had come
(ii) came
(iii) have come
(iv) are coming
(b) (i) visit
(ii) visited
(iii) visiting
(iv) visits
(c) (i) on
(ii) in
(iii) about
(iv) of (3 marks) (Foreign 2014)
2. Error-Correction
1. Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the
following line: (1 mark) (2023)
I can't never forget my childhood friend Bella.

2. Identify the error in the given sentence and supply the correction: (1 mark)
(2023)
Playing outdoor games have benefits over being indoors. Use the given format
for your response.

3. Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the
following line. (1 mark) (2023)
The sounds of laughter was echoing in the corridor.
4. Identify the error in the given sentence and supply the correction. (1 mark)
(2023)
The children were exciting when they saw the leopard. Use the given format
for your response.

5. Identify the error in the statement given below and supply the correction.
Use the given format for your response. (1 mark) (2023)
Water was vital to human health and fitness.

6. The following paragraph has not been edited. There is one error in each line.
Identify the error and write its correction against the correct blank number.
Remember to underline the correction. The first one has been done for you.
7. The following paragraph has not been edited. There is one error in each line.
Identify the error and write its correction against the correct blank number.
Remember to underline the correction. The first one has been done for you. (3
marks) (Term II, 2021-22)

8. The following paragraph has an error in each line with a blank. Write the
correct and the incorrect word in the blanks provided. The first one has been
done for you. (3 marks) (Term II, 2021-22)

9. The paragraphs have not been edited. There is an error in each line. Write
the error along with its correction in the space provided.
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11.
12. The following paragraph has not been edited. There is one error in each
line against which a blank has been given. Write the error and the correction
in your answer book against the correct blank number. (2020 C) (1×4= 4)

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3. Dialogue
1. Read the conversation between Meera and her father. (1 mark) (2023)
Complete the sentence by reporting the reply
correctly.
Meera: What did you buy?
Father: I bought a heater.
Meera asked her father what he had bought. The father replied that
he __________
2. Report the dialogue between Rashid and his father, by completing the
sentence. (1 mark) (2023)
Father: How are you getting on with your studies?
Rashid Fine. I have got a certificate of improvement from the school.
Father asked Rashid how he was getting on with his studies Rashid replied
that, __________
3. Raman shared some information with Seema. Report (1 mark) (2023)
Seema's question. Can you solve the sum?
4. Read the conversation between the Chief Guest and the student. (1 mark)
(2023)
Complete the sentence by reporting the reply correctly. Chief Guest: Who
inspired you to learn classical dance?
Student: I was inspired by my Grandfather who was a renowned dancer.
The Chief Guest asked the student who had inspired the student to learn
classical dance. The student replied __________
5. Report the dialogue between the receptionist and the customer by
completing the sentence. (1 mark) (2023)
Receptionist: When would you like to check out into the hotel.
Customer: I will send you an email and give the details.
In response to the question regarding when he would like to move in, the
customer replied __________
6. Select the correct option to complete the narration of the dialogue between
a passerby and a farmer. (1 mark) (2023)
Passerby: Can you tell me the way to Rampur?
Farmer: Drive for four kms and then turn right. The passerby asked the farmer
if he could tell him the way to Rampur. The farmer replied that ________
(a) he may drive for four kms and then turn right
(b) he should drive for four kms and then turn right
(c) he might drive for four kms and then turn right
(d) he had to drive for four kms and then turn right
7. Samiksha shared some information with Sameer regarding the annual blood
donation camp. Report Sameer's question: (1 mark) (2023)
How did you feel when you were donating blood?
8. Read the conversation below and complete the passage that follows:

Sanjay told Vijay that (a). _____________ and asked when he had come.
Vijay replied that he had come the previous day and added that (b)__________
(2 × 1 = 2) (2022)
9. Read the conversation below and complete the passage that follows: (2 × 1
= 2)
Rahul : It is difficult to fight against peer pressure. Youth easily gets influenced
by the lifestyle of its peers.
Radhika : Peer pressure has its benefits as well. Our peers also motivate and
inspire us to do better and work hard. Rahul said that it was difficult to fight
against peer pressure as (a)_________ Radhika replied that peer pressure had its
benefits as well it (b), __________ (Term II, 2021-22)
10. Read the conversation and complete the passage that follows: (2 × 1 = 2)
Ritika : Can I borrow your Math book for a couple of days?
Mohit : Yes certainly, I have already studied for the test tomorrow.
Ritika asked Mohit (1)__________ for a couple of days. Mohit agreed and said
that (2) (Term II, 2021-22)
Complete the dialogue given below by filling in the blanks with the help of
options that follow:
11. Shivani : When did you arrive in Delhi, Mr. Shiv?
Shiv: I (a)________ yesterday.
Shivani : Did you (b) _________ on the way?
Shiv: Nothing much, but someone (c)_________my bag while I was sleeping in
the train.
Shivani : It is a very sad news.
(a) (i) arrived
(ii) have arrived
(iii) was arrived
(iv) had arrived
(b) (i) had any difficulty
(ii) have a difficulty
(iii) have any difficulty
(iv) had a difficulty
(c) (i) ran away with
(ii) runs away with
(iii) has run away with
(iv) had run away (3 marks) (Delhi 2014)
12. Tourist: I would like to know about the tours your company offers.
Travel agent: Sir, could you tell me which (a)_______?
Tourist : Bangalore and Mysore.
Travel agent: Please go through this brochure and see what you like.
Tourist: Thank you. (He goes through the brochure). (b)_______ Travel agent:
Rupees eight thousand, sir.
Tourist : (c)_____ the travel expenses also?
Travel agent: Yes, sir. It includes all expenses.
(a) (i) places you are liking to visit
(ii) places you would like to visit
(iii) places you are to visit
(iv) places you are visiting
(b) (i) Tell me the cost of the trip
(ii) Cost please
(iii) What would be the cost of the trip?
(iv) What is the cost of the trip?
(c) (i) Does it include
(ii) Will it include
(iii) Did it include
(iv) Has it included (3 marks) (Delhi 2014)
13. Ram: (a) ________ me your English Reader?
Sita: I am sorry. I (b). ___________ my English homework.
Ram: Okay. I (c). ____________Ankit.
(a) (i) May you lend
(ii) Could you lend
(iii) Can you borrow
(iv) Are you lending
(b) (i) have yet to complete
(ii) will yet complete
(iii) shall have completed
(iv) am yet completing
(c) (i) shall ask
(ii) would asked
(iii) have been asked
(iv) had asked (3 marks) (A/ 2014)
14. Ishant Papa, do you know Kapoor uncle (a)_________ yesterday?
Papa: Oh! Very sad. What happened?
Ishant : (b) ________ when a speeding car hit him and sped away
.Papa: This is really bad. Where is he now?
Ishant: He was admitted to Sewak Sabha Hospital
and (c)_________ now.
(a) (i) he met with an accident
(ii) meets with an accident
(iii) met with an accident
(iv) is met with an accident
(b) (i) He is crossing the road
(ii) He has crossed the road
(iii) He was crossing the road
(iv) He had been crossing
(c) (i) was recovering
(ii) is recovering
(iii) has recovered
(iv) was recovered (3 marks) (Foreign 2014)
4. Do as Directed
1. Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the brackets: (1
mark) (2023)
Last week it __________ (rain) heavily and my house was flooded with water.
2. Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket. (1
mark) (2023)
The students with the help of their teacher _________ (create) a beautiful poster.
3. Which option correctly changes the following to reported speech?
(1 mark) (Term 1, 2021-22)
Ram said, "Sita, what do you want?"
(a) Ram told Sita what she want.
(b) Ram asked Sita what she wanted.
(c) Ram asked Sita what did she want.
(d) Ram asked Sita what did she want?
4. Which option correctly changes the following to reported speech? (1 mark)
(Term I, 2021-22)
Raman said to me, "I shall go for a walk."
(a) Raman told me that I had gone for a walk.
(b) Raman told me that he would go for a walk.
(c) Raman told me that he should go for a walk.
(d) Raman asked me that he will go for a walk.
5. (a) He is so honest that he will not accept a bribe. (Rewrite the sentence
using 'too' without changing the meaning)
(b) She did not sing a song. (Change the voice)
(c) I finished the work. I went home. (Combine the sentences into one
sentence beginning with 'Having.') (3 marks) (Delhi 2014)
6. (a) He is too active to sit idle. (Remove 'too' without changing the meaning)
(b) Did she learn her lesson? (Change the voice)
(c) He got ready. He went to school. (Combine the sentences into one sentence
beginning with 'Having') (3 marks) (Delhi 2014)
7. (a) They found the gold. They began to quarrel. (Combine the sentence into
a single sentence beginning with 'Having')
(b) He wrote a letter to his friend. (Change the voice)
(c) He was too weak to run. (Remove 'too' without changing the meaning) (3
marks) (Al 2014)
(a) Why is he painting those houses? (Change the voice)
(b) I heard the noise. I trembled with fear. (Combine the sentences into a
single sentence beginning with 'On hearing')
(c) He is too obstinate to obey others. (Remove 'too' without changing the
meaning of the sentence) (3 marks) (Foreign 2014)
 CBSE Sample Questions
1. Attempt ANY TEN of the following questions. (1 x 10 = 10) (2022-23)
(i) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete an online
update. The climate control comment by an activist.___________ on social media
yesterday.
(a) blow up
(c) is blown
(b) blew up
(d) will be blown
(ii) Read the conversation between a doctor and his patient. Complete the
sentence by reporting the patient's reply correctly.
Doctor: Do you feel down from time-to-time Mr. Gopalan?
Patient: Yes, I do not stay in a good mood. The doctor, while trying to figure out
his patient's ailment, asked about his well-being, to which, the patient
affirmed __________
(iii) Select the correct option to fill in the blank for the given line, from a
health magazine. The advertisement read, 'If you smoke, statistically your
story ___________ end 15% before it should.'
(a) must
(b) should
(c) will
(d) ought to
(iv) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for
the following line, from a news report: Last week a child was not allowed to
board the plane at Ranchi airport.
(v) Complete the given narrative, by filling in the blank with the correct
option:
As I was standing on the dock, looking out at the lake for the last time, a feeling
of emptiness. _________ over me like darkness.
(a) will wash
(b) had washed
(c) will have washed
(d) washed
(vi) Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket, for
the given portion of a letter:
Subject: Request for Approval
Dear Sir
This is to respectfully submit that I ___________ (seek) approval for organising a
tree plantation drive to be undertaken by the club.
(vii) Report the dialogue between a grandson and his grandfather, by
completing the sentence:
Grandson: Grandpa, who are your superheroes?
Grandpa : Anyone who shows kindness and compassion to others.
In response to the question about his superheroes, grandfather says that
__________
(viii) Identify the error in the given sentence, from a school magazine report
and supply the correction. 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.

(ix) Sunil shared some information, with Tariq, about a holiday at sea. Report
Tariq's question. Did you enjoy travelling by sea?
(x) Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option, to complete the slogan by
the Ministry for Child Welfare.
______________ WE AFFORD TO NEGLECT CHILDREN? THINK TWICE!!
(a) WILL
(b) MAY
(c) NEED
(d) CAN
(xi) Select the correct option to complete the narration of the dialogue
between Latha and her father.
Father: Why ask so many questions, Latha?
Latha : I believe that if you don't know the answer, keep asking till you do!
Father asked Latha the reason for the many questions she was asking. Latha
exclaimed good- humouredly that in event of not knowing the answer one
should __________
(a) keep asking till one does.
(b) kept asking till one does.
(c) keep asking till one do.
(d) kept on to ask till one do.
(xii) Identify the error on a shop's hoarding and supply the correction, for the
following sales offer:

Use the given format for your response.

2. The following paragraph has not been edited. There is an error in each line.
Identify the error and write its correction against the correct blank number.
Remember to underline the correction. The first has been done for you. (Term
II, 2021-22) (1 × 3 = 3)
3. Read the conversation between a teacher and student and complete the
passage that follows: (Term II, 2021-22) (1 x 2 = 2)
The biology teacher had instructed Sameer to draw the diagram of a bacterial
cell and asked him
(a) __________ a blank sheet. Sameer respectfully answered that he had drawn
the diagram but
(b) ____________ to the naked eye.
4. Answer any five out of the six questions by selecting the most appropriate
option for each. (Term I, 2021-22) (5 marks)
(i) The hospital board clearly mentioned that you ___________ smoke in the
hospital as it is a health hazard for all.
(a) cannot
(b) must not
(c) need not
(d) might not
(ii) There's never __________ petrol left after Rahul uses the car.
(a) much
(b) little
(c) many
(d) a little
(iii) I am taking driving lessons now. Hopefully, I_________my driving test by
November.
(a) will take
(b) would pass
(c) will have taken
(d) will be taking
(iv) Which option displays the correct change of the following to reported
speech?
Sunitha asked Venkat, "How much is the rent for your flat?"
(a) Sunitha asked Venkat how much was his rent for flat.
(b) Sunitha asked Venkat how much the rent for his flat was.
(c) Sunita enquires from Venkat that how much rent he pays.
(d) Sunita told Venkat how much the rent for his flat
(v) Which option displays the correct change of the following to reported
speech?
She said, "I told Damanjit to send you an e-mail three days ago."
(a) She told that Damanjit had mailed you three days then.
(b) She informed me that Damanjit has mailed me three days before.
(c) She says that she has told Damanjit to send me an e-mail three days then.
(d) She said that she had told Damanjit to send an e-mail to me three days
before.
(vi) The dog _________ under the chair before the children arrived.
(a) has been hiding
(b) was hid
(c) have hid
(d) had hidden
5. Choose the correct options to fill in the blanks to complete the paragraph.
(Term I, 2021-22) (1 × 3 = 3)
The Wangala ___________ festival for the Garo in Meghalaya, Assam and
Nagaland. It is a post-harvest festival _________ the end of the agricultural year.
It is popularly known as 'The Hundred Drums' festival. During the signature
dance, the leading warrior ________with synchronised dance steps and specific
hand-head movements.
(i) (a) is important
(b) are an important
(c) was the important
(d) is an important
(ii) (a) being celebrated for marking
(b) celebrated to mark
(c) celebrated to marking
(d) being celebrated for mark
(iii) (a) leads the youngsters
(b) is lead the youngsters
(c) was leading the youngsters
(d) had leads the youngsters
6. Choose the correct options to fill in the blanks to complete the given
narration. (1 × 3 = 3) (2020-21)

I saw Suppandi standing in the field. When I __________doing there, he __________

he was trying to win a Nobel prize. I was confused and enquired how standing
in the rice field would help him do so. He stumped me by saying that he
_________ won Nobel prizes had all been out-standing in their fields!
(i) (a) exclaimed what he was
(b) told him what he was
(c) asked him what he was
(d) says to him about what
(ii) (a) ordered that
(b) refused that
(c) questioned that
(d) replied that
(iii) (a) has heard that people who has
(b) was hearing that people who were
(c) had heard that people who had
(d) did hear that people who had
7. Fill in the blanks by choosing the correct options for ANY FOUR of the six
sentences given below. (2020-21) (1 x 4 = 4)
(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 eventually dies due to
its venomous bite.
(a) must
(b) will
(c) could
(d) may

ANSWERS
Previous Years' CBSE Board Questions

1. Fill in the Blanks:

1. (c) the little
2. (a) should
3. (b) is
4. (a) can
5. (a) is
6. (c) would
7. (b) look into
8. (a) should
9. (b) turn to
10. (b) had
11. (c) Must not
12. (a) enough
13. (a) will get
14. (c) shall have to wait
15. (a) (i) spendin
(b) (iii) living
(c) (iv) to think
(d) (ii) selling
16. (a) (iv) is
(b) (ii) a
(c) (iii) our
(d) (i) towards
17. (a) (ii) of
(b) (iv) before
(c) (i) are
(d) (i) at
18. (a) (ii) at
(b) (i) in
(c) (iv) and
(d) (ii) should
(e) (i) a
19. (a) at
(b) (ii) mentioned
(c) (i) who
(d) (ii) her
(e) (ii) with
20. (a) (ii) rather
(b) (iv) since
(c) (i) very
(d) (iv) moves
(e) (iii) eats
21. (a) (iv) understands
(b) (i) of
(c) (iii) where
(d) (i) be taken
(e) (iii) the
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(b) (iii) most
(c) (ii) towards
23. (a) (ii) rise
(b) (iv) have
(c) (ii) offer
24. (a) (i) who
(b) (i) with
(c) (iii) sat
25. (a) (i) leave
(b) (i) small
(c) (iii) of
26. (a) (iv) gone
(b) (i) of
(c) (iii) the
27. (a) (i) enjoy
(b) (iii) are
(c) (ii) being
28. (a) (iv) riding
(c) (iii) the
(b) (iii) had
29. (a) (iii) wanted
(b) (ii) of
(c) (iv) hardly
30. (a) (iii) came
(b) (i) very
(c) (iii) nor
31. (a) (iii) made
(b) (i) small
(c) (iii) in
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(c) (iv) who
(b) (i) of
33. (a) (iii) the
(b) (i) is
(c) (ii) many
34. (a) (ii) was
(b) (iii) in
(c) (i) spread
35. (a) (i) a
(b) (iii) is
(c) (i) and
36. (a) (ii) saw
(b) (iii) carried
(c) (i) were
37. (a) (iii) don't
(b) (i) lack
(c) (ii) are
38. (a) (iii) Many
(b) (i) that
(c) (i) poisoned
39. (a) (ii) many
(b) (iii) in
(c) (i) and
40. (a) (iii) where
(b) (ii) desires
(c) (ii) on
41. (a) (i) on
(b) (iii) come
(c) (iii) which
42. (a) (ii) of
(b) (i) prefer
(c) (ii) which
43. (a) (iv) in
(b) (iii) are
(c) (ii) which
44. (a) (iii) more
(b) (iv) has made
(c) (ii) to
45. (a) (ii) the
(b) (iii) a few
(c) (i) of
46. (a) (iv) trying
(b) (i) succeeded
(c) (iii) encourages
47. (a) (ii) planning
(b) (iv) went
(c) (i) have
48. (a) (iii) was organized
(b) (ii) began
(c) (iv) welcomed
49. (a) (ii) came
(b) (i) visit
(c) (iv) of
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3. Dialogue
1. had bought a heater
2. it was fine and he had got a certificate of improvement from the school.
3. Seema asked Raman whether he could solve the sum.
4. he was inspired by his grandfather who was a renowned dancer.
5. he would send him/her on email and give the details.
6. (d) he had to drive for four kms and then turn right.
7. Sameer asked Samiksha that how she had felt when she was donating blood.
8.

9. (a) youth easily get influenced by the lifestyle of its peers.

(b) also motivated and inspired us to do better and work hard.
10. (1) if she could borrow his Math book
(2) he had already studied for the test the next day
11. (a) (i) arrived
(b) (iii) have any difficulty
(c) (i) ran away with
12. (a) (ii) places you would like to visit
(b) (iii) What would be the cost of the trip?
(c) (i) Does it include
13. (a) (ii) Could you lend
(b) (i) have yet to complete
(c) (i) shall ask
14. (a) (iii) met with an accident
(b) (iii) He was crossing the road
(c) (ii) is recovering now
4. Do as Directed
1. rained
2. created
3. (b) Ram asked Sita what she wanted.
4. (b) Raman told me that he would go for a walk.
5. (a) He is too honest to accept a bribe.
(b) A song was not sung by her.
(c) Having finished the work, I went home.
6. (a) He is so active that he cannot sit idle.
(b) Was her lesson learnt by her?
(c) Having got ready, he went to school.
7. (a) Having found the gold, they began to quarrel.
(b) A letter to his friend was written by him.
(c) He was so weak that he could not run.
8. (a) Why were those houses being painted by him?
(b) On hearing the noise, I trembled with fear.
(c) He is so obstinate that he cannot obey others.
 CBSE Sample Questions
1. (i) (b) blew up
(ii) that he did not stay in a good mood.
(iii) (c) will

(v) (d) washed

(vi) seek
(vii) it is anyone who shows kindness and compassion to others.

(ix) Tariq asked Sunil if he had enjoyed travelling by sea.

(x) (d) CAN
(xi) (a) keep asking till one does.

2.

3. (a) why he had submitted.

(b) he/the teacher couldn't see it because it is not visible. (1×2 = 2)
4. (i) (b) must not
(ii) (a) much
(iii) (c) will have taken
(iv) (b) Sunitha asked Venkat how much the rent for his flat was.
(v) (d) She said that she had told Damanjit to send an e-mail to me three days
before.
(vi) (d) had hidden (any five) (1×5 = 5)
5. (i) (d) is an important
(ii) (b) celebrated to mark
(iii) (a) leads the youngsters (1×3 = 3)
6. (i) (c) asked him what he was
(ii) (b) refused that
(iii) (c) had heard that people who had (1×3 = 3)
7. (i) (d) might
(ii) (c) is
(iii) (a) fewer
(iv) (a) a; an
(v) (b) shall be presenting
(vi) (b) will (any four) (1x4 = 4)