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ICSE Class X Prelims 2025 : English Paper 1 (English Language)

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PRELIM QUESTION PAPER ENGLISH LANGUAGE (ENGLISH PAPER -1) Maximum Marks: 80 Time Allowed: Two hours Answers to this paper must be written on the paper provided separately. You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper. The time given at the head of this paper is the time allowed for writing the answers. Attempt all 5 questions. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ]. You are advised to spend not more than 30 minutes in answering question one and 20 minutes in answering question 2. Question 1 (Do not spend more than 30 minutes on this question.) Write a composition (300-350 words) on any one of the following: [20] a) Write a story in which a lost book, an old man, and a bus journey play key roles. b) "The best things in life are free." Express your views for or against this statement. c) Describe a festival you enjoy, celebrating and highlighting the sights, sounds, and unique activities that make it memorable. d) Imagine that your school has introduced a new extracurricular activity. Write an account of your first day participating in it. e) Study the picture given below. Write a story, description, or account of what it suggests to you. Ensure that there is a clear connection between the picture and your composition. 1 of 5 Question 2 [10] (Do not spend more than 20 minutes on this question.) Select any one of the following: (i) Write a letter to your grandmother, telling her about your preparation for the upcoming board examination. Also share with her the subjects you wish to opt for in grade XI, justifying your choice. (ii) Write a letter to the manager of a local electronic store, complaining about a defective product you purchased and request for a replacement or refund. Question 3 (i) Your school is organising a cleanliness drive in the local community. Draft a notice for your school notice board inviting students from classes IX to XII to volunteer for this initiative. [5] (ii) Write an e-mail to the Municipal Commissioner of your locality, informing them about the Cleanliness Drive organized by your school and request their support by sending personnel to guide the student volunteers during the drive. [5] Question 4 Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow: Bront Sisters: Literary Legends of the 19th Century The Bront sisters Charlotte, Emily, and Anne stand among the most celebrated literary figures of the 19th century. Born to an Anglican clergyman, Patrick Bront , in the remote Yorkshire village of Haworth, the sisters grew up in an environment marked by both intellectual stimulation and familial tragedy. Their enduring works, characterized by passion, complex characters, and a deep connection to the natural world, have left an indelible mark on English literature. The Bront siblings were largely self-educated, drawing inspiration from their father s extensive library and their own imaginative games. Their early lives were marked by sorrow; their mother died when they were young, followed by the deaths of their two older sisters, Maria and Elizabeth, during childhood. This left Charlotte, Emily, Anne, and their brother, Branwell, to bond deeply and create intricate fantasy worlds, which would later fuel their literary careers. Charlotte Bront (1816 1855) is best known for her groundbreaking novel Jane Eyre (1847). The story of an independent and morally strong young woman navigating societal constraints resonated deeply with readers and established Charlotte as a pioneer of the proto-feminist novel. Her other works, including Shirley and Villette, continue to explore themes of individuality, gender roles, and emotional resilience. Emily Bront (1818 1848) authored the singular masterpiece Wuthering Heights (1847), a dark and passionate tale of love, revenge, and the haunting connection between the characters and the rugged Yorkshire moors. The novel s unorthodox structure, morally ambiguous characters, and intense emotions initially divided critics but later secured its place as one of the greatest works of English literature. Emily s poetic brilliance also shines through in her poetry, much of which reflects her love for nature and the wildness of the human spirit. 2 of 5 Anne Bront (1820 1849), the youngest of the sisters, is often overshadowed by Charlotte and Emily but is nonetheless a remarkable writer in her own right. Her novels Agnes Grey and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall address themes of social injustice, the oppression of women, and moral integrity with a level of realism and boldness ahead of their time. The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, in particular, is regarded as an early feminist text for its unflinching depiction of marital abuse and a woman s fight for autonomy. The Bront s initially published their works under male pseudonyms Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell to navigate the gender biases of their era. Despite this, their literary contributions were eventually recognized for their innovation, depth, and emotional power. Tragically, their lives were cut short; Emily and Anne died of tuberculosis in their twenties, while Charlotte passed away at thirty-eight. The Bront sisters legacy endures not only because of their literary brilliance but also their defiance of societal norms and their exploration of timeless themes such as love, identity, and the human condition. Their works remain a testament to the power of imagination and the enduring relevance of literature as a mirror to the complexities of life. (i) For each word give below choose the correct meaning (as used in the passage) from the options provided 1. indelible (line 4) (a) temporary (b) fading (c) permanent (d) superficial 2. unflinching (line 21) (a) hesitant (b) fearless (c) exaggerated (d) avoiding (ii) Which word in the passage is the opposite of uncaring ? (a) enduring (b) imaginative (c) resilience (d) passionate (iii) Answer the following questions briefly in your own words. (a) How did the Bront siblings early lives influence their literary careers? (b) What are two characteristics of Charlotte Bront 's novel Jane Eyre that contributed to its success? (c) Why is Emily Bront 's Wuthering Heights considered a significant work of English literature? (d) What are prominent themes in Anne Bront s novels Agnes Grey and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall? (e) What pseudonyms did the Bront sisters initially publish their works under and why? (iv) What makes the Bront sisters' works still important and popular today? Answer in not more than fifty words. [2] [2] [2] [2] [1] [8] 3 of 5 Question 5 (i) Fill in each of the numbered blanks with the correct form of the word given in brackets. Do not copy the passage but write the correct serial order of the word or phrase appropriate to the blank space. [4] By the time we _______ (1) (reach) the station, the train _______ (2) (already/leave). Then we _______ (3) (plan) to catch the 9:30 train, but it _______ (4) (delay) due to an earlier issue. We hoped that it _______ (5) (arrive) soon, and the station staff _______ (6) (inform) us that there _______(7) (be) no further delays. They assured us that everything _______(8) (run) smoothly by noon. (ii) Fill in the blanks with appropriate words. [4] (a) The brave soldier laid _______ their lives for the future of their nation. (b) He is good ____ playing the piano. (c) I haven't spoken to her ____ last weekend. (d) The new employment scheme was introduced _____ the welfare of the workers. (e) He is fond ____ reading historical novels. (f) The strike was called ____ at the last moment. (g) Do away _____ your superstitious beliefs. (h) The manager was impressed ____ the team's performance last quarter. (iii) Join the following sentences to make one complete sentence without using and, but, or so. Choose the correct option. [4] 1. Grace s parents are quite old. They are very active. (a) Grace s parents are quite old and active (b) Grace s parents are so old that they are active. (c) Although Grace s parents are quite old, they are active. (d) Grace s parents are old enough for any activity. 2. Soam is not in the Auditorium. Soam is not in the infirmary. (a) Soam is neither in the auditorium nor in the infirmary (b) Soam cannot be in the auditorium as he is in the infirmary. (c) Soam is both not in the auditorium and in the infirmary. (d) Soam is not in the auditorium but also in the infirmary. 3. I have completed my studies. I am looking for a job. (a) I have completed my studies as I am looking for a job. (b) I have completed my studies and looking for a job. (c) I must complete my studies or look for a job. (d) Having completed my studies, I am looking for a job. 4. She finished her homework. She went out with her friends. (a) She finished her homework, then went out with her friends. (b) She finished her homework before going out with her friends. (c) She finished her homework after going out with her friends. (d) She finished her homework when she went out with her friends. 4 of 5 (iv) Choose the correct option to rewrite the following according to the instructions given after each sentence. [8] 1. This mountain is so high that we cannot climb it. (Use too ) (a) This mountain is too high to climb. (b) This mountain is too high because we cannot climb it. (c) This mountain is too high for us to climb. (d) This mountain is too much high to climb. 2. The lion is stronger than all other animals. (Use: the strongest) (a) The lion is the strongest of all animals. (b) No other animal is stronger than the lion. (c) The lion is the most strongest animal. (d) The lion is stronger than the strongest of all animals. 3. Give him some more time and he will complete the project by tomorrow (Begin: If) (a) If he is able to complete the project, give him more time (b) If he is given some more time, he will complete the project by tomorrow. (c) If he could have more time, he would be able to complete the project tomorrow. (d) If he had more time he would complete the project tomorrow. 4. It is a pity that I did not come yesterday. (Begin. I wish.....) (a) I wish I had come yesterday. (b) I wish I did not come yesterday. (c) I wish I did come yesterday. (d) I wish I came yesterday. 5. Alexander conquered many countries, yet he was not happy (Begin: In spite of...) (a) In spite of conquering many countries, Alexander was not happy. (b) In spite of he conquered many countries, yet Alexandra was not happy. (c) In spite of Alexander conquering many countries, yet he is not happy. (d) In spite of Alexander conquering many countries, yet he was not happy. 6. It was too long a talk to hold the interest of the listeners. (Begin: It was such....) (a) It was such a long talk that it did not hold the interest of the listeners. (b) It was such a long talk that it would not hold the interest of the listeners. (c) It was such a long talk that it did not held the interest of the listeners. (d) It was such a long talk that it held the interest of the listeners, 7. "Do you have any hotel in the city?" my uncle asked me. (Begin: My uncle.... (a) My uncle asked me if I have any hotel in the city. (b) My uncle was asking me if I have any hotel in the city. (c) My uncle asked me if I had any hotel in the city. (d) My uncle asked me do you have any hotel in the city. 8. He was accused of telling lies. (Begin: People .....) (a) People were accusing him of telling lies. (b) People accused him of telling lies. (c) People accuse him of telling lies. (d) People accused him of lying. 5 of 5

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