ASSEB Class 10 English MCQ Test
Assam State School Education Board - Model Question Paper
45 Questions | High Standard | Board Exam Oriented
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Time: 45:00
1
Assertion: In "The Midnight Visitor", Ausable outwits Max by inventing a story about a balcony.
Reason: Ausable was a quick-witted secret agent who used his presence of mind to handle dangerous situations.
Reason: Ausable was a quick-witted secret agent who used his presence of mind to handle dangerous situations.
2
Select the word that means "extremely hungry":
3
Choose the correct sentence:
4
In the poem "A Tiger in the Zoo", what does the tiger hear at night?
5
What is the central theme of "The Hack Driver" by Sinclair Lewis?
6
Read the passage and answer the question:
"The world has become a global village. Communication technology has transformed how we interact. Today, we can connect with anyone across the globe instantly. This interconnectedness has both advantages and disadvantages."
What does the phrase "global village" imply in this context?
"The world has become a global village. Communication technology has transformed how we interact. Today, we can connect with anyone across the globe instantly. This interconnectedness has both advantages and disadvantages."
What does the phrase "global village" imply in this context?
7
Identify the correct passive form: "They are constructing a new bridge."
8
Who is the author of "The Necklace"?
9
What is the antonym of "Benevolent"?
10
Which sentence correctly uses the present perfect continuous tense?
11
In "The Book That Saved the Earth", what was the book that saved Earth from invasion?
12
What is the meaning of the idiom "beat around the bush"?
13
Identify the type of sentence: "What a beautiful painting!"
14
Assertion: In "The Making of a Scientist", Richard Ebright's mother played a crucial role in his success.
Reason: She encouraged his curiosity and bought him scientific equipment.
Reason: She encouraged his curiosity and bought him scientific equipment.
15
Why did Bholi initially agree to marry Bishamber Nath?
16
Choose the correct synonym of "Prolific":
17
Identify the error: "Each of the students were given a certificate."
18
In the poem "Amanda", what does Amanda imagine herself to be when her mother asks her not to bite her nails?
19
Read the passage and answer the question:
"Education is not merely about acquiring knowledge but developing critical thinking. It helps individuals to analyze situations, make informed decisions, and contribute to society. True education empowers people to think independently."
According to the passage, what is the most important aspect of education?
"Education is not merely about acquiring knowledge but developing critical thinking. It helps individuals to analyze situations, make informed decisions, and contribute to society. True education empowers people to think independently."
According to the passage, what is the most important aspect of education?
20
Assertion: The poem "Fog" by Carl Sandburg uses the metaphor of a cat to describe fog.
Reason: The poet compares the fog's movement to a cat moving silently on its little cat feet.
Reason: The poet compares the fog's movement to a cat moving silently on its little cat feet.
21
What does the author primarily intend to convey through the story "A Question of Trust"?
22
Select the correctly spelled word:
23
Fill in the blank: "If I ______ you, I would accept the offer."
24
In "The Sermon at Benares", what was Gautama Buddha's original name?
25
Assertion: In "Mijbil the Otter", the author had to carry the otter in his lap during the flight.
Reason: The airline regulations prohibited carrying pets in the cabin.
Reason: The airline regulations prohibited carrying pets in the cabin.
26
What is the significance of the Baker's furnace in "A Baker from Goa"?
27
What does the phrase "turn over a new leaf" mean?
28
Choose the correct indirect speech: He said, "I will come tomorrow."
29
In "The Tale of Custard the Dragon", what was Belinda's pet cat called?
30
Read the passage and answer the question:
"The invention of the printing press revolutionized the spread of knowledge. Before its invention, books were handwritten and very expensive. Only the wealthy could afford them. The printing press made books more accessible to common people."
What was the main effect of the printing press according to the passage?
"The invention of the printing press revolutionized the spread of knowledge. Before its invention, books were handwritten and very expensive. Only the wealthy could afford them. The printing press made books more accessible to common people."
What was the main effect of the printing press according to the passage?
31
Assertion: In "For Anne Gregory", the poet suggests that external beauty is important for love.
Reason: The young man will love the girl only for her yellow hair.
Reason: The young man will love the girl only for her yellow hair.
32
What is the moral of the story "The Hundred Dresses"?
33
Select the word that is closest in meaning to "Ephemeral":
34
Identify the part of speech of the underlined word: "She walked gracefully across the stage."
35
Who is the author of "The Ball Poem"?
36
Read the passage and answer the question:
"Solar energy is a renewable source of power that comes from the sun. It is clean, abundant, and sustainable. Unlike fossil fuels, it doesn't produce harmful emissions. Many countries are now investing in solar technology to reduce their carbon footprint."
What is NOT mentioned as an advantage of solar energy?
"Solar energy is a renewable source of power that comes from the sun. It is clean, abundant, and sustainable. Unlike fossil fuels, it doesn't produce harmful emissions. Many countries are now investing in solar technology to reduce their carbon footprint."
What is NOT mentioned as an advantage of solar energy?
37
Assertion: In "Madam Rides the Bus", Valli's bus journey represents her first independent adventure.
Reason: Valli planned and saved money for the journey without telling her mother.
Reason: Valli planned and saved money for the journey without telling her mother.
38
What does the black aeroplane symbolize in "The Black Aeroplane"?
39
Choose the correct meaning of "Diligent":
40
Select the correct question tag: "They won't come, ______?"
41
In "The Thief's Story", what job did Hari Singh pretend to have to gain Anil's trust?
42
Read the passage and answer the question:
"Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good health. It strengthens the heart, improves circulation, and helps control weight. Exercise also releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Doctors recommend at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise daily."
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of exercise?
"Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good health. It strengthens the heart, improves circulation, and helps control weight. Exercise also releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Doctors recommend at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise daily."
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of exercise?
43
Assertion: In "Coorg", the author describes the place as a piece of heaven.
Reason: Coorg is famous for its coffee plantations and martial men.
Reason: Coorg is famous for its coffee plantations and martial men.
44
What is the main conflict in "The Midnight Visitor"?
Note: Questions 7 to 44 continue in the same pattern with different questions covering Grammar, Vocabulary, Literature, Comprehension, Assertion-Reason, and Best Answer types.
45
Assertion: In "The Proposal", Lomov and Natalya argue about trivial matters.
Reason: Their arguments reflect the pettiness of the landed gentry in 19th century Russia.
Reason: Their arguments reflect the pettiness of the landed gentry in 19th century Russia.
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