List of top Questions asked in CBSE Class X

In ‘The Ball Poem’, Berryman explores the themes of loss, growing up, and transformation. Mandela also experienced loss of freedom and suffering along with his countrymen during his growing years on the basis of his race and colour.
Compare and contrast the commonality of themes in both the texts.
(The Ball Poem and Nelson Mandela – Long Walk to Freedom)
‘Dust of Snow’ highlights the poet’s positive attitude towards nature. Comment on how Robert Frost presents the power of nature in his poem.
(Dust of Snow)
The tiger in the zoo is denied its natural habitat. Describe its behaviour and routine as a captive in the concrete cell.
(A Tiger in the Zoo)
“The only way was to get Tricki out of the house for a period.”
Evaluate why James Herriot had planned this in advance and how did he execute this plan at the surgery?
(A Triumph of Surgery)
Considering ‘The Necklace’ as a tale of dissatisfaction and excessive materialism, analyze Matilda’s primary flaw.
(The Necklace)
Ebright’s journey of becoming a leading scientist conveys a strong message to us. His inquisitiveness and competency drove him to become a great scientist. In what manner does Richard Ebright’s perseverance, dedication and inquisitiveness inspire you to pursue your dreams?
(The Making of a Scientist)
It is truly said that a good teacher is the light that helps one cross even the darkest of paths. In what ways does Sulekha’s teacher epitomize this saying? How did she become the pillar of support and strength for Sulekha?
(Bholi)
Read the given sentence from a story. Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket:
As I entered the room, the first thing that struck me as odd was the candle still _____ (burn) on the table. The curtains had been drawn back, and the room was bright.
Complete the given statement by filling the blank with the correct option:
A mask is used to hide the identity __ a person.
Read the following conversation:
Student: Hello. I’ve come to ask about the English courses you run for international students.
Administrator: Are you a student at the university?
Select the correct option to complete the reporting of the above dialogue:
The student greeted and mentioned that she __ to inquire about the English courses for international students. The administrator enquired if she was a student at the university.
Identify the error and supply the correct word in the format given below:
“Embrace change as an opportunity for personal growth and allowed it to improve your life.”
Error Correction
Report the dialogue between a shopkeeper and Ramesh:
Shopkeeper: What book do you want?
Ramesh: A reference book for Physics which I can use for my project work.
The shopkeeper asked Ramesh which book did he want. Ramesh replied that __.
Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete an article published in a science magazine:
There are many inventions of science __ (those / which / such) have benefitted human beings in many ways.
Complete the statement made by a career counsellor by filling the blank with the correct option:
In our country, __ universities offer a range of courses. That’s why foreign students prefer Indian universities.
Choose the correct statement:
The following is an excerpt from a travelogue. There is an error in the statement. Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction:
Kanyakumari is popular for its beautiful beaches, unique Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and stunning sunrise and sunset view.
Error Correction
Fill in the blanks by choosing the correct options to conclude the report: The report concludes that _____ learners have _____ knowledge of astrophysics.
You are Sapna/Samar, a resident of A-411, Vivek Vihar, Delhi. Write a letter to the Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation to highlight your concern about the street lights in your area that have been out of order for a long time. Emphasize the safety issues and inconvenience caused by the lack of proper street lighting and request prompt repairs.
Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the brackets, for the given portion of a letter.
“Thank you for............ (consider) my application. I look forward to working in your organization.”

Read the given sentence. Identify the error and supply the correction in the sentence.
Ninety-seven percent of the Earth’s water is salty ocean water and another two percent is trapping in the Earth’s ice caps and glaciers. 

Read the dialogue between Amit and his sister Ananya, regarding her travel to the railway station.
Amit: Are you sure you can manage to go to the railway station on your own?
Ananya: Oh yes! I have already booked a cab.
Select the correct option to report the above dialogue.
Amit asked Ananya ............ to go to the railway station on her own. Ananya replied in the affirmative and said that she had already booked a cab.
Identify and correct the error in the given line taken from an agency’s advertisement.
Tell us much about your project and we’ll select suitable candidates for you to hire.
Use the given format for your response.

Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the following line taken from an article about growing obesity.
Obesity in teenage children is a major concern between parents today.

Complete the given narrative with the correct option to fill in the blank.
Yesterday, Tanu walked to the park and............ a breezy evening.

Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the notice on a school notice board.
We are pleased to announce that our Annual Sports Day............ on 30th April, 2025 at the school playground from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.