Introduction
In this 10th Board English practice paper, students will find a balanced mix of grammar, prose, poetry, and writing-skill questions. The paper is designed to help you revise important concepts that commonly appear in board exams. Each question is carefully created to match exam style, improve reading and writing ability, and strengthen grammar usage. Answers are provided in a simple and direct manner so you can quickly understand correct responses without long explanations.
Q1. Read the passage and answer the questions.
Passage:
A young girl named Riya loved reading more than anything. Every evening, she visited the public library near her home. Books helped her explore different worlds, learn new ideas, and understand people better. Her favourite books were stories of courage and kindness. She believed that reading not only improved knowledge but also shaped character.
- What did Riya love the most?
Answer: Reading. - Where did she go every evening?
Answer: To the public library. - What kind of books were her favourite?
Answer: Books about courage and kindness. - What did Riya believe about reading?
Answer: It improves knowledge and shapes character.
Q2. Grammar – Fill in the blanks with correct forms of the verbs.
- She ___ (go) to school every day.
Answer: goes - They ___ (finish) their homework yesterday.
Answer: finished - I ___ (be) happy to see you.
Answer: am - The match ___ (start) before we reached.
Answer: had started
Q3. Grammar – Choose the correct option.
- Rina is ___ honest girl.
a) a
b) an
c) the
Answer: b) an - The birds are flying ___ the sky.
a) in
b) on
c) at
Answer: a) in - My brother is taller ___ me.
a) then
b) than
c) to
Answer: b) than
Q4. Rewrite as directed.
- Change into passive voice:
“Students wrote the answers.”
Answer: The answers were written by students. - Change into indirect speech:
He said, “I am tired.”
Answer: He said that he was tired. - Make it negative:
“She knows the truth.”
Answer: She does not know the truth. - Change into plural:
“The child is playing.”
Answer: The children are playing.
Q5. Poetry – Answer the following.
Poem lines:
“Believe in yourself, and all will be right,
For courage within is the greatest light.”
- What does the poet want us to believe in?
Answer: Ourselves. - What is described as the greatest light?
Answer: Courage within.
Q6. Prose – Short Answer Questions.
- Why is honesty considered an important quality?
Answer: Because it builds trust. - What is one benefit of teamwork?
Answer: It helps achieve goals faster. - Why should students read regularly?
Answer: It improves language skills. - What does the word “gratitude” mean?
Answer: Thankfulness.
Q7. Essay Writing – 80–100 words
- Write an essay on ‘The Importance of Cleanliness’.
Answer:
Cleanliness is necessary for a healthy and happy life. It keeps our surroundings fresh and prevents diseases. A clean home, school, and neighborhood create a positive environment for everyone. Students should develop habits such as washing hands, keeping books and bags tidy, and throwing waste in dustbins. When people understand the value of cleanliness, society becomes safer and more pleasant. Clean surroundings also improve mental well-being and help us stay disciplined and organised.
Q8. Letter Writing
- Write a letter to your friend describing your online study experience.
Answer:
Dear Friend,
I hope you are doing well. I want to share my experience of studying online. At first, it felt new, but soon I got used to attending classes through video calls. Teachers explained lessons using digital notes, and it became easy to revise. I liked the flexibility of learning from home, but sometimes network issues caused problems. Still, it was a good experience that taught me time management and self-discipline.
Your friend.
Q9. Story Writing
- Write a story beginning with: “It was a rainy evening when I found a small box outside my door…”
Answer:
It was a rainy evening when I found a small box outside my door. Curious, I picked it up and noticed a note saying, “Open with care.” Inside the box was a tiny puppy shivering from the cold. I quickly took it inside, dried it, and gave it warm milk. The puppy wagged its tail happily. I asked around the neighborhood but no one claimed it. Finally, I decided to keep it. That rainy evening brought me a new friend who filled my days with joy.
Q10. Vocabulary
- Give the synonyms:
• Brave → Courageous
• Happy → Joyful - Give the antonyms:
• Weak → Strong
• Early → Late - Use the word “progress” in a sentence.
Answer: The class showed great progress in English this year.
Q11. Editing – Correct the paragraph.
Paragraph:
“rahul and neha goes to market on sunday. they buy fruits and vegetables. the shopkeeper greet them politely.”
- Answer:
Rahul and Neha go to the market on Sunday. They buy fruits and vegetables. The shopkeeper greets them politely.
Q12. Translation – Gujarati to English (Only English Output)
- “Education helps us build a better future.”
Answer: Education helps us build a better future. - “Hard work always brings success.”
Answer: Hard work always brings success.