WB Board 10 PYP Solutions 2020

Section – A

Reading Comprehension (SEEN)

1. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

When the family has finished tea, and gathers round the fire, the cat casually goes out of the room. True life now begins for him. He saunters down his own backyard, springs to the top of the fence, drops lightly down to the other side. He trots across and skips to the roof of an empty shed. His movement becomes lithe and pantherlike. He looks keenly from side to side and moves noiselessly, for he has so many enemies – dogs and small boys with stones.

On top of the shed, the cat arches his back and rakes his claws once or twice through the soft bark of the old roof. He stretches himself a few times to see if every muscle is in full working order. Then, drooping his head nearly to his paws, he sends across a call to his kindred. Before long they come, gliding, graceful shadows. No longer are they the meek creatures who an hour ago were mewing for fish and milk. They are now grim fighters.

Just think how much more he gets out of his life than you do out of yours! And the sports they have, too! As they got older they go in for sport to the suburban backyards. These backyards that are dull to us, are to them hunting grounds where they have more gallant adventure than King Arther’s Knights ever had.

A. Write the correct alternative in the given space to complete the following sentences: (1 x 5 = 5)

(a) When the family gathers round the fire, the cat goes out of the room
(i) cautiously
(ii) smartly
(iii) casually
(iv) noiselessly

Ans: (iv) noiselessly

(b) Sauntering down his own backyard, the cat jumps to the top of the
(i) fence
(ii) roof
(iii) other side
(iv) shed

Ans: (iv) shed

(c) The cat looks keenly from side to side and moves
(i) carefully
(ii) anxiously
(iii) fearfully
(iv) noiselessly

Ans: (i) carefully

(d) On top of the shed the cat
(i) mews
(ii) arches his back
(iii) goes to sleep
(iv) fights

Ans: (ii) arches his back

(e) As the cat gets older they go in for sport to the
(i) neighbouring house
(ii) old roof
(iii) empty shed
(iv) suburban backyard

Ans: (iv) suburban backyard

B. Complete the following sentences with the information from the text: (1 x 3 = 3)

(i) The family gathers round the fire after finishing tea.
(ii) The cat skips to the roof of an empty shed where his movement becomes lithe and pantherlike.
(iii) The cat stretches himself a few times to feel if every muscle is in full working order.

C. State whether the following statements are true or false. Write “T” for “True” and “F” for “False” in the boxes given on the right-hand side. Provide sentences/phrases/words in support of your answer: (2 x 2 = 4)

(i) The cat sends across a call to his kindred by stretching himself a few times. (F)
Supporting sentence: He calls his kindred after lowering his head, not while stretching.

(ii) The cat behaves as gallantly as King Arther’s Knights. (T)
Supporting sentence: The cat has more exciting and brave adventures in backyards than King Arthur’s Knights did.

2. Read the poem and answer the questions that follow:

To grass, or leaf, or fruit, or wall
The snail sticks close, nor fears to fail
As if he grew there, house and all,
Together.

Within that house secure he hides
When danger imminent betides
or storm, or other harm besides
Of weather.

Give but his horns the slighted touch,
His self collecting power is such,
He shrinks into his house with much
Displeasure.

Where’er he dwells, he dwells alone,
Except himself has chatells none,
Well satisfied to be his own
Whole treasure.

A. Write the correct alternative to complete the following sentences: (1 x 4 = 4)

(a) The snail is not afraid to
(i) fight
(ii) hide
(iii) fall
(iv) touch

Ans: (iii) fall

(b) The snail faces imminent danger when there is
(i) storm
(ii) rain
(iii) thunder
(iv) lightning

Ans: (i) storm

(c) With the slightest touch the snail shrinks into his house with touch
(i) delight
(ii) displeasure
(iii) defence
(iv) pain

Ans: (ii) displeasure

(d) In the house the snail lives
(i) alone
(ii) with others
(iii) with chattels
(iv) with family

Ans: (iii) with chattels

B. Answer the following questions: (2 x 2 = 4)

(i) What does the snail stick close to?
Ans: The snail sticks close to walls, fruits, leaves, and grass. It moves carefully and holds on tightly with its body, which helps it stay safe and avoid falling.

(ii) What does the snail do when it faces danger?
Ans: The snail quickly hides inside its hard shell when it senses danger to stay safe. This quick reaction helps it protect itself from harm and stay safe in any situation.

Reading Comprehension (UNSEEN)

3. Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:

Mother nature has been very generous to us by giving us so many resources of water – rain water, rivers, lakes, melting glaciers and ground water. The demand for water is ever increasing but the supply is far from adequate.

Given the lack of water in rivers, people have been resorting to pumping out ground water for personal consumption and for farming. As a result, ground water table has fallen to alarming levels. moreover harmful fertilisers used for growing crops have contaminated ground water so that in many place it is not fit for drinking.

It is time to wake up. Every drop of water is a source of life. It is high time we realise that water resourses are not permanent. Soon, we as a family, society and nation will be struggling to get a drop of clean potable water. We have to focus on water conservation and stop polluting our water resources.

Each one of us also needs to do our bit by avoiding use of plastic, recycling waste products and keeping our surroundings clean. every town, every village shoud have an eco-friendly garbage sorting aqnd disposal system. Every school and college should initiate programmes educating youngsters about the importance of our natural resources, especially water and air. We have to train new generations to adopt an eco-friendly way of life.

A. Tick the right answer: (1 x 6 = 6)

(i) The demand for water is increasing but the supply of water is
(a) adequate
(b) surplus
(c) inadequate
(d) plentiful

Ans: (c) inadequate

(ii) People have been resorting to pumping out ground water due to
(a) lack of water in the rivers
(b) scanty rainfall
(c) drying up of wells
(d) melting glaciers

Ans: (a) lack of water in the rivers

(iii) The ground water table has
(a) rises
(b) dropped
(c) increased
(d) remained stable

Ans: (b) dropped

(iv) Ground water is contaminated by
(a) irrigation
(b) construction of roads
(c) harmful fertilisers
(d) pumping out of water

Ans: (c) harmful fertilisers

(v) It is high time we realise that water resources are
(a) permanent
(b) potable
(c) impermanent
(d) abundant

Ans: (c) impermanent

(vi) Each one of us must avoid the use of
(a) copper
(b) paper
(c) jute
(d) plastic

Ans: (d) plastic

B. Each of the following statements is either “True” or “false”. write “T” for “True” and “F” for “False” in the boxes on the right-hand side. Also pick out suitable line(s) or phrase(s) from the passage in support of your answers: [(1+1) x 3]

(i) People have been resorting to pumping out ground water for construction work. (F)
Supporting sentence: People have been resorting to pumping out ground water due to lack of water in the rivers.

(ii) Water is valuable because it is a source of life. (T)
Supporting sentence: Water is precious as it is a source of life.

(iii) Soon, it will be easy for us to get clean potable water. (F)
Supporting sentence: Getting clean and potable water is going to be more and more difficult.

C. Answer the following questions: (2 x 4 = 8)

(i) How has mother nature been generous to us?
Ans: Mother Nature has been very generous to us by giving many sources of water, such as rain, rivers, lakes, melting ice from mountains, and underground water that help us in many ways in our daily life.

(ii) What should be our immediate focus regarding water?
Ans: Our focus should be to save water, use it carefully, and stop throwing waste or harmful things into rivers, lakes, or any water sources so they stay clean and safe for everyone.

(iii) What should every town and every village have to keep the surroundings clean?
Ans: Every town and village should have a proper system to sort and safely throw away garbage in an eco-friendly way. People should also do their part by using less plastic, recycling waste, and keeping their surroundings clean.

(iv) What kind of programmes should every school and college initiate?
Ans: Schools and colleges should run programmes that teach young people about the value of natural resources like water and air. It’s important to help them learn how to take care of nature and live in an eco-friendly way.

Section – B

Grammar and vocabulary

4. Write the correct alternative to fill in the blanks: (1 x 3 = 3)

Rina who ________ (have been/has been/is being) ill for a month ____________ (will visit/visited/had visited) the doctor last Monday. The doctor ____________ (advised/had advised/will advise) for complete bad rest.

Ans:

Rina, who has been ill for a month, visited the doctor last Monday. The doctor advised complete bed rest.

5. Do as directed:

A. Fill in the blanks with appropriate articles and prepositions: (1 x 3 = 3)

Wrestling is one of ____ oldest sports in the world. Ancient cave drawings of people wrestling with one another have been found _______ Europe. It is ____________ serious sport.

Ans:

Wrestling is one of the oldest sports in the world. Ancient cave drawings of people wrestling with one another have been found in Europe. It is a serious sport.

B. (i) The authorities postponed the cricket match. (Change the voice) (1 x 3 = 3)
Ans: The cricket match was postponed by the authorities.

(ii) “Is there anybody there?” said the traveller. (Change into indirect speech)
Ans: The traveller asked if there was anybody there.

(iii) We should not show cruelty to animals. (Rewrite using adjective form of the word underlined)
Ans: We should not be cruel to animals.

C. Choose the correct phrasal verbs from the list given below to replace the words underlined. Write the correct phrasal verbs in the boxes on the right-hand side changing the form where necessary. There is one extra phrasal verb in the list: (1 x 3 = 3)

(i) The dog followed the thief. (went after)
(ii) Have you read this book? (gone through)
(iii) The chief guest distributed the prizes. (gave away)

take back

go through

give away

go after

6. Given below are the meanings of four words which you will find in the passage in Question No. 3. Find out the words and write them in the appropriate boxes on the right-hand side: (2*4+8)

(i) kind – generous
(ii) disturbing – alarming
(iii) polluted – contaminated
(iv) process of getting rid of something – disposal

Section – C

writing

7. Write a newspaper report (within 100 words) about an accident that took place yesterday. Write the report on the basis of the points given below : (10)

Date and time – place – cause of the accident – consequences – measures taken

Train Accident Near Malda Kills 285 People

By Staff Reporter
Malda, May 7:

A serious train accident happened yesterday at 6:30 PM near Samsi station in Malda, West Bengal. A passenger train crashed into a goods train due to a signal problem. Around 300 people lost their lives and nearly 1,500 were injured. Local people and rescue teams worked together to help the injured. The government announced ₹5 lakh for the families of those who died and ₹2 lakh for those who were seriously injured. This accident has raised concern about train safety. Police and railway officials are investigating the cause of the crash.

8. Write a letter (within 100 words) to your friend describing a cultural programmer you have attended recently. Your letter should include the following points: (10)

Name of the programmer – venue – date – description of performances – your feelings.

23, R.K. Chatterjee road
Kolkata – 700034
Date: 22/09/2022

Dear Rahul,
I hope you are doing well. In this letter, I want to share a memorable day with you. I went to see a cultural programme with my family last Sunday at Rabindra Sadan. It was a dance and music show organised by a local cultural group. The programme started with a Rabindra Sangeet performance, followed by classical dance, a short drama based on a folk tale, and a beautiful Chhau dance performance that ended the programme. The performers were very talented and the audience enjoyed every part of it. I felt proud and happy to see our culture presented so beautifully. I would love to hear about your recent experiences too.

I will be waiting for your reply.

Yours lovingly,
Sourav

9. Write a paragraph (within 100 words) on ‘The Most Memorable Day in Your Life’, based on the following points: (10)

Date / Day – a description of the day – your role on that day – why is the day memorable to you ?

The Most Memorable Day in My Life

The most memorable day of my life was on 12th January, when I won first prize in a drawing competition. It was a Sunday, and the event was held at City Art School. I had practised a lot at home before the event. On the day of the competition, I felt a little nervous but also excited. I did my best in the drawing and waited for the results. When they announced my name as the winner, I was so happy. At that moment, my parents and drawing teacher felt proud of me. I received a big trophy and a certificate. I will always remember that day because it was the first step in my life’s journey that made me feel proud and confident.