3-HOUR POWER REVISION PLAN (CBSE 2025–26) | English | Class 10th CBSE

PART 1 – GRAMMAR

1️⃣ TENSES (Present Perfect / Past Perfect / Continuous / SVA)

Q1. Fill in the blanks with correct form of verb:

a) She ______ (live) in Delhi since 2018.
b) When we reached the station, the train ______ already ______ (leave).
c) Look! The children ______ (play) in the rain.
d) Neither of the boys ______ (know) the answer.
e) The teacher ______ (check) the copies when the bell rang.

Q2. Choose the correct option:

i) She ______ her homework before she went to bed.
(a) has finished
(b) had finished
(c) was finishing
(d) finishes

ii) Ten kilometres ______ a long distance to walk.
(a) are
(b) were
(c) is
(d) have

iii) I ______ this movie twice already.
(a) saw
(b) have seen
(c) had seen
(d) see

2️⃣ REPORTED SPEECH (Important)

Q3. Change into indirect speech:

a) He said, “I am preparing for my exams.”
b) She said to me, “Are you coming tomorrow?”
c) The teacher said, “Submit your notebooks by Monday.”
d) He said, “Don’t waste your time.”
e) She said, “I can solve this problem.”

Q4. Choose correct option:

i) She said, “I will help you.”
She said that she ______ help me.
(a) will
(b) would
(c) can
(d) may

ii) He said to me, “Where do you live?”
He asked me where I ______.
(a) live
(b) lived
(c) had lived
(d) was living

3️⃣ MODALS (High Frequency Area)

Q5. Fill in the blanks:

a) You ______ respect your elders. (moral duty)
b) It ______ rain tonight. (possibility)
c) Students ______ follow school rules. (obligation)
d) ______ you please help me? (polite request)
e) She ______ swim when she was five. (past ability)

Q6. Choose correct modal:

i) You ______ not park here. It’s prohibited.
(a) must
(b) may
(c) could
(d) can

ii) He ______ be at home. The lights are on.
(a) must
(b) should
(c) might
(d) ought

4️⃣ DETERMINERS

Q7. Fill in the blanks:

a) There isn’t ______ milk left in the fridge.
b) ______ student must carry his ID card.
c) I have ______ friends in this city. (very few)
d) She bought ______ umbrella.
e) ______ the players were tired after the match.

Q8. Choose correct option:

i) ______ of the two sisters is taller?
(a) Which
(b) Each
(c) Every
(d) All

ii) There are ______ apples in the basket.
(a) much
(b) little
(c) many
(d) any

5️⃣ ERROR DETECTION

Q9. Identify the error and correct it:

a) She did not went to school yesterday.
b) He is good in mathematics.
c) The Ganga is longest river in India.
d) Each of the boys have completed their work.
e) She has been living here since five years.

6️⃣ GAP FILLING (Mixed Practice)

Q10. Complete the passage:

Riya ______ (prepare) for her exams these days. She ______ (study) continuously since morning. Yesterday she ______ (finish) her Mathematics syllabus. Her teachers have advised her ______ (revise) properly and avoid ______ (waste) time. The syllabus ______ (complete) by her before the final revision begins.

PART 2 – WRITING SKILLS (30 Minutes Practice)

✉️ Q1. Letter Writing (5 Marks)

(A) Letter to the Editor (Important)

You are Riya Sharma, a resident of 24, Green Park, New Delhi.

Attempt ANY ONE of the following:

1️⃣ Cyber Security (Expected Trend)

Write a letter to the Editor of a national daily highlighting the increasing cases of cyber fraud and digital scams among teenagers. Suggest measures to create awareness and ensure online safety.

2️⃣ Environmental Awareness

Write a letter to the Editor expressing concern about increasing air pollution in your city. Suggest practical steps citizens and authorities can take.

3️⃣ Social Media Misuse

Write a letter to the Editor discussing the harmful impact of excessive social media usage among students and suggest solutions.

4️⃣ Road Safety

Write a letter to the Editor drawing attention towards frequent road accidents due to rash driving and lack of traffic discipline.

5️⃣ Digital Addiction (Highly Relevant)

Write a letter to the Editor about the growing addiction to mobile phones among teenagers and its impact on academic performance.

(B) Official Complaint / Placing Order (Alternative Option)

Attempt ANY ONE:

1️⃣ Complaint Letter

Write a letter to the Municipal Corporation complaining about irregular water supply and poor sanitation in your locality.

2️⃣ Placing an Order

You are the Head Boy/Head Girl of your school. Write a letter to a book supplier placing an order for textbooks for the new academic session. Include quantity and necessary details.

📊 Q2. Analytical Paragraph (5 Marks)

Write an analytical paragraph in 100–120 words based on the given data.

(Do not give opinion. Only factual analysis.)

1️⃣ Bar Graph (Very Expected Format)

The bar graph shows the number of hours students spend daily on:

Online classes
Self-study
Social media
Outdoor activities

Compare data for 2023 and 2025.

Write an analytical paragraph.

2️⃣ Pie Chart (Frequently Asked)

The pie chart shows the percentage distribution of household waste:

Plastic
Paper
Organic waste
Metal
Glass

Analyse the data and highlight key trends.

3️⃣ Survey Report

A survey was conducted among 500 students about preferred career choices:

Engineering – 35%
Medical – 25%
Civil Services – 15%
Entrepreneurship – 10%
Arts – 15%

Write an analytical paragraph summarising the data.

4️⃣ Comparison-Based Data

The table shows the literacy rate in five states over two years.

Write a paragraph comparing trends and identifying highest and lowest.

SECTION C – LITERATURE (Expected 6-Mark Questions)

1️⃣ CHARACTER SKETCH (Important – 6 Marks)

Q1. Nelson Mandela

Describe Nelson Mandela as a visionary leader who believed in equality, courage and reconciliation. Support your answer with reference to the text.

OR
How does Mandela redefine courage in the lesson Long Walk to Freedom?

Q2. Anne Frank

Anne Frank was mature beyond her years. Justify the statement with examples from the text.

OR
Write a character sketch of Anne Frank highlighting her optimism and introspective nature.

Q3. Valli (Madam Rides the Bus)

Valli was curious, confident and independent. Discuss her character in the light of her bus journey.

OR
How does Valli’s first bus ride reflect her determination and maturity?

Q4. Young Seagull (His First Flight)

The young seagull’s journey from fear to confidence is inspiring. Describe his character development.

OR
How does the young seagull symbolise the importance of self-belief?

Q5. Matilda (The Necklace)

Matilda was the architect of her own misery. Do you agree? Justify with reference to the story.

OR
Write a character sketch of Matilda highlighting her flaws and transformation.

Q6. Bholi

Bholi represents women empowerment and self-respect. Discuss.

OR
Describe the transformation of Bholi from a timid girl to a confident individual.

Q7. Griffin (Footprints Without Feet)

Griffin was a brilliant scientist but a flawed human being. Elaborate.

OR
How does Griffin’s misuse of knowledge lead to his downfall?

Q8. Hari Singh (The Thief’s Story)

Hari Singh was not a hardened criminal. Discuss his internal conflict and transformation.

OR
Describe Hari Singh’s change of heart and the role of Anil in it.

2️⃣ THEME-BASED QUESTIONS (Very Important – 6 Marks)

🔹 FREEDOM

Q9.

Freedom is essential for growth and dignity. Compare the idea of freedom in Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom and A Tiger in the Zoo.

OR
How is the theme of freedom explored in The Trees and A Tiger in the Zoo?

🔹 LOSS & MATURITY

Q10.

Loss is a great teacher. Discuss this idea with reference to The Ball Poem.

OR
Compare how loss transforms the protagonists in The Ball Poem and The Necklace.

🔹 COURAGE

Q11.

Courage is not the absence of fear but the triumph over it. Discuss with reference to His First Flight.

OR
How is courage portrayed differently in The Tale of Custard the Dragon and His First Flight?

🔹 EDUCATION & EMPOWERMENT

Q12.

Education plays a crucial role in shaping one’s personality. Discuss with reference to Bholi.

OR
How does education empower Bholi to take a bold decision in her life?

🔹 ETHICAL USE OF KNOWLEDGE

Q13.

Knowledge without moral values can be dangerous. Discuss with reference to Footprints Without Feet.

OR
How does Griffin’s misuse of scientific discovery highlight the importance of ethical responsibility?

🔥 HIGH-PROBABILITY MIXED COMPETENCY QUESTIONS

Q14.

Both Mandela and Bholi fought against injustice in their own ways. Compare their struggles and achievements.

Q15.

Self-realisation plays a key role in shaping a person’s future. Discuss with reference to The Thief’s Story and The Ball Poem.

Q16.

Pride and overconfidence often lead to downfall. Justify this statement with reference to The Necklace.

Q17.

Fear can either paralyse a person or push them towards growth. Discuss with reference to His First Flight.

3️⃣ COMPARISON QUESTIONS (High Probability – 6 Marks)

1. Mandela vs Tiger (Freedom)

Q1.
Freedom is essential for dignity and identity. Compare how the idea of freedom is presented in Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom and A Tiger in the Zoo.

Q2.
Both Mandela and the tiger experience confinement in different forms. Compare their situations and explain how they respond to the denial of freedom.

Q3.
How does physical imprisonment differ from mental and political oppression? Compare Mandela’s experience with the tiger’s captivity.

Focus points students must cover:

Political freedom vs physical freedom
Human dignity vs animal instinct
Response: resistance vs silent rage

2. The Ball Poem vs The Necklace (Loss)

Q4.
Loss plays a significant role in shaping maturity. Compare the boy in The Ball Poem and Matilda in The Necklace.

Q5.
How do the experiences of loss transform the characters in The Ball Poem and The Necklace?

Q6.
The pain of losing something valuable can be a great teacher. Compare how this idea is explored in the two texts.

Focus points:

Emotional loss vs material loss
Immediate realisation vs delayed realisation
Growth vs regret

3. Seagull vs Custard (Courage)

Q7.
Courage is not the absence of fear but the will to overcome it. Compare the young seagull and Custard the dragon.

Q8.
How is true bravery revealed in moments of crisis? Compare His First Flight and The Tale of Custard the Dragon.

Q9.
Fear often hides inner strength. Compare how the seagull and Custard prove themselves.

Focus points:

Fear before action
Triggering moment
Self-realisation

4. Bholi vs Amanda (Suppression & Growth)

Q10.
Both Bholi and Amanda experience suppression. Compare their situations and responses.

Q11.
How does external control affect the personality of a child? Compare Amanda and Bholi.

Q12.
While Amanda escapes into imagination, Bholi confronts reality. Compare their ways of dealing with oppression.

Focus points:

Social suppression vs parental control
Imagination vs empowerment
Growth through education

4️⃣ VALUE-BASED QUESTIONS (Important – 6 Marks)

Honesty

Q13.
Honesty can transform a person’s life. Discuss with reference to The Thief’s Story.

OR
How does Anil’s trust influence Hari Singh’s decision to return the money?

Contentment

Q14.
Lack of contentment leads to suffering. Justify this statement with reference to The Necklace.

OR
How does dissatisfaction become the cause of Matilda’s downfall?

Leadership

Q15.
True leadership is based on courage, sacrifice and vision. Discuss with reference to Nelson Mandela.

OR
How does Mandela inspire people through his actions and beliefs?

Self-Respect

Q16.
Self-respect is more important than social approval. Discuss with reference to Bholi.

OR
How does Bholi’s refusal to marry Bishamber reflect inner strength?

Equality

Q17.
Equality is the foundation of a just society. Discuss with reference to Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.

Kindness

Q18.
Small acts of kindness can bring great change. Discuss with reference to A Letter to God or The Thief’s Story.

OR
How does the postmaster represent compassion and humanity?

5️⃣ STATEMENT–REASON / INFERENCE QUESTIONS

1. Why did Lencho call them ‘crooks’?

Q19.
Lencho called the post office employees ‘a bunch of crooks.’ Why did he react this way? What does this reveal about his character?

Focus:

Blind faith
Lack of doubt about God
Simplicity

2. Why did Matilda suffer?

Q20.
Matilda’s suffering was self-created. Explain with suitable reasons.

Focus:

Pride
Materialism
Dissatisfaction

3. Why did Hari Singh return the money?

Q21.
Hari Singh returned the stolen money despite being poor. What motivated his decision?

Focus:

Trust
Guilt
Desire to change

4. Why is the tiger restless?

Q22.
Why does the tiger in the zoo feel restless and frustrated?

Focus:

Loss of natural habitat
Suppressed instincts
Forced captivity

5. Why are the trees moving out?

Q23.
In the poem The Trees, why are the trees described as moving out into the forest? What does this movement symbolise?

Focus:

Escape from confinement
Freedom
Feminist undertone

6️⃣ Extract-Based Questions (VERY IMPORTANT)
1. A Tiger in the Zoo

Extract 1

“He stalks in his vivid stripes
The few steps of his cage,
On pads of velvet quiet,
In his quiet rage.”

Questions:

What does the phrase “quiet rage” suggest about the tiger’s state of mind?
Identify the poetic device used in “pads of velvet quiet.”
Why is the tiger unable to express his anger openly?
The tone of the poem in these lines is:
(a) humorous
(b) sympathetic
(c) celebratory
(d) casual
What contrast is created through the word “vivid” and the setting of the cage?

Extract 2

“He should be lurking in shadow,
Sliding through long grass
Near the water hole…”

What does the poet suggest through the word “should”?
Identify the imagery used in these lines.
How does this description contrast with the tiger’s present condition?
What theme is highlighted in this extract?

2. The Ball Poem

Extract 1

“What is the boy now, who has lost his ball,
What, what is he to do?
I saw it go
Merrily bouncing, down the street, and then
Merrily over — there it is in the water!”