Class 10: Monthly test June

 X – STD                                       TIME : 1.30 HRS MONTHLY TEST – JUNE 2026 MARKS : 50

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I. CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE SYNONYMS FOR THE ITALICIZED WORD: 3x1=3

1. His father was preening the feathers. {a) cleaning b) clearing c) dirtying d) coloring}

2. The young bird kept calling her mother plaintively. {a) happily b) sadly c) rigorously d) vainly}

3. He even gnawed at the dried pieces of eggshell. {a) taste b) swallow c) chewed d) lack of bravery}

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II. CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE ANTONYMS FOR THE ITALICIZED WORD: 3x1=3

4. He could not rise, exhausted by the strange exercise. {a) crippled b) weakened c) energetic d) surprised}

5. His parents circled around raising a proud cackle. {a) humble b) pride c) loud d) extreme}

6. His feet sank into the green sea. {a) float b) touch c) slow d) fast}

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III. CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE MODALS: 2x1=2

7. Poongothai ______ speak several languages. {a) can b) could c) must d) should}

8. We _______ preserve our natural resources. {a) can b) could c) must d) should}

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IV. ANSWER ANY THREE OF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: 3x2=6

9. Why did the young seagull fail to fly?
10. What made the young seagull go mad?
11. Why did the young bird utter a joyful stream?
12. What prompted the young seagull to fly finally?
13. What was the first catch of the young seagull's older brother?

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V. READ THE FOLLOWING STANZA AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS GIVEN BELOW: 3x2=6

14. In the dim past, nor holding back in fear From what the future veils; but with a whole

a) What does the poet mean by the phrase 'in the dim past'? b) Is the poet afraid of future?

15. So let the way wind up the hill or down, O'er rough or smooth, the journey will be joy;

a) How is the way of life? b) How should be the journey of life?

16. So let the way wind up the hill or down; O'er rough or smooth, the journey will be joy; Still seeking, What I sought when but a boy; New friendship, high adventure, and a crown.

a) Identify the rhyming words from the given lines. b) Identify the rhyme scheme of the given lines.

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VI. ANSWER ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING IN A PARAGRAPH: 1x5=5

17. Describe the struggles underwent by the young seagull to overcome its fear of flying?
18. Describe the journey of life as depicted in the poem 'Life' by 'Henry Van Dyke'?

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VII. REWRITE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES TO THE OTHER VOICE. 2x2=4

19. Our army has defeated the enemy.
20. You are requested to assemble in the ground.

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VIII. PUNCTUATE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE: 1x2=2

21. the young seagull made his first flight

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IX. REARRANGE THE WORDS IN CORRECT ORDER: 1x1=1

22. seagull / young / alone / the / his / ledge / was / on

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X. QUOTE FROM MEMORY: 1x5=5

23. From : Let me ………… To : ………….. in fear.

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XI. PREPARE ATTRACTIVE ADVERTISEMENT USING THE HINTS GIVEN BELOW: 1x5=5

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XII. READ THE FOLLOWING PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS: 4x2=8

25. Education is crucial because it helps us learn new things and understand the world better. When we go to school, we gain knowledge that helps us make good decisions in life. It teaches us skills like reading, writing, and mathematics, which we use every day. Education also shows us how to work with others and solve problems together. With education, we can achieve our dreams and help make our communities better places. Learning also opens doors to different careers and opportunities, empowering us to contribute positively to society.

a) Why is education important? b) What are some skills you learn in school? c) How can education help us work with others? d) What can we achieve with education?