RBSE Class 10 English Model Paper 2025 | राजस्थान बोर्ड कक्षा 10 इंग्लिश मॉडल प्रश्न पत्र 2025

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RBSE Class 10 English Model Paper 2025 - Secondary Examination

Examination Details
Examination BoardRBSE (Rajasthan Board)
Class10th (Secondary)
SubjectEnglish
Session2025
Maximum Marks80
Time Duration3 Hours 15 Minutes
Paper TypeModel Paper

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has released the Class 10 English Model Paper 2025 for the Secondary Examination. This model paper serves as an essential resource for students preparing for their board examinations, providing insights into the exam pattern, question types, marking scheme, and difficulty level.

This comprehensive article presents a detailed analysis of the RBSE Class 10 English Model Paper 2025, including complete solutions, blueprint breakdown, section-wise analysis, sample answers, and effective preparation strategies. The content is curated by Shala Saral educational platform to help Rajasthan Board students achieve excellence in their examinations.

Table of Contents

  1. Examination Pattern and Blueprint Analysis
  2. General Instructions to Candidates
  3. Section A - Reading Comprehension (30 Marks)
  4. Section B - Writing Skills (20 Marks)
  5. Section C - Grammar (20 Marks)
  6. Section D - Text Book (30 Marks)
  7. Complete Answer Key
  8. Preparation Strategies and Tips
  9. Related Resources and Study Materials

1. Examination Pattern and Blueprint Analysis

The RBSE Class 10 English paper follows a comprehensive pattern designed to assess students' proficiency in all four language skills: Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Literature.

1.1 Overall Paper Structure

Section Content Marks Time (Suggested)
Section A Reading Comprehension 30 45 minutes
Section B Writing Skills 20 40 minutes
Section C Grammar 20 30 minutes
Section D Text Book (Literature) 30 45 minutes
Total 100 180 minutes
Note: 20 marks will be for internal assessment, making the written exam 80 marks

1.2 Detailed Blueprint (Section-wise)

Section A: Reading Comprehension (30 Marks)

Sr. No. Question Type Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
1 Unseen Passage - 1 (Literary/Discursive) 8 1 8
2 Unseen Passage - 2 (Factual) 5 1 5
3 Note Making 4 1 4
4 Note Writing (Verbal Input) 4 1 4
5 Slogan / Concept 2 1 2
6 Reported Speech 2 1 2
7 Active and Passive Voice 2 1 2
8 Learning Questions and Question Tag 2 1.5 3
Section A Total 30

Section B: Writing Skills (20 Marks)

Sr. No. Question Type Marks
1 Letter Writing (Personal/Official) 8
2 Story Writing (with outline OR moral) 6
3 Paragraph Writing (Picture-based OR situation) 6
Section B Total 20

Section C: Grammar (20 Marks)

Sr. No. Question Type Questions Marks
1 Verb Forms (Fill in the blanks) Various 5
2 Correct Verb Forms (Multiple Choice) 1 1
3 Indirect Speech Conversion 2 2
4 Verb Agreement 2 2
5 Voice Change (Active/Passive) 2 2
6 Frame Questions 2 2
7 Question Tag 1 1
8 Add Question Tag 1 1
Section C Total 20

Section D: Text Book/Literature (30 Marks)

Sr. No. Question Type Marks
1 First Flight - Reading Passage (MCQs) 5
2 Textual Questions (Short Answer - 20 words) 4
3 Textual Questions (Medium - 40 words) 6
4 Textual Questions (Long Answer - 80 words) 5
5 Poetry Analysis 6
6 MCQs from Text 4
Section D Total 30

2. General Instructions to Candidates

The RBSE Class 10 English examination requires strict adherence to the following instructions:

  1. Candidate must first write their Roll No. on the question paper compulsorily. This is mandatory for identification purposes.
  2. All the questions are compulsory. Students must attempt every question in the paper.
  3. Write the answer to each question in the given answer book only. Use of additional answer sheets should be avoided unless necessary.
  4. For questions having more than one part, the answers to those parts are to be written together in continuity. Do not scatter answers of sub-parts.
  5. Write the correct serial number of each question as mentioned in the question paper. Proper numbering ensures correct evaluation.

Time Management:

  • Total time: 3 Hours 15 Minutes (195 minutes)
  • First 15 minutes: Reading time (for reading the question paper)
  • Writing time: 3 Hours (180 minutes)

3. Section A - Reading Comprehension (30 Marks)

Section A tests the candidate's ability to comprehend unseen passages and extract information effectively. This section carries the highest weightage of 30 marks.

3.1 Passage 1: Comprehension on Rig Veda and Ancient Indian Culture

Passage:

The Rig Veda is India's most ancient text. As we know that it is several thousand years old. It gives the northwest region of the Subcontinent the name 'Sapta Sindhava', that is the 'Land of the seven rivers'. The word 'Sindhava' comes from 'Sindhu', which refers to the Indus River. Moving towards the south, one comes across other regions in the literature. The Mahabharata is one of India's most famous texts. It lists many regions such as Kashmir, Kurukshetra, Vanga, Kutch, Kerala.

The Mahabharata uses the terms "Bharatarvarsha" and Jambudvipa. Bharatarvarsha means the country of the Bharatas and Jambudvipa means the "island of the fruit of the jamun tree".

Questions and Answers:

i) India's most ancient text is

(A) The Yajurveda     (B) The Ramayana
(C) The Rig Veda     (D) The Sama Veda

✓ Answer: (C) The Rig Veda

Explanation: The passage clearly states that "The Rig Veda is India's most ancient text" in the opening line.

ii) The Word sindhava comes from

(A) The Rig Veda     (B) Sindhu
(C) The Hindu     (D) India

✓ Answer: (B) Sindhu

Explanation: The passage mentions "The word 'Sindhava' comes from 'Sindhu', which refers to the Indus River."

iii) The Indus river refers to...

(A) India     (B) The Mahabharata
(C) Sindhu     (D) Sapta Sindhava

✓ Answer: (C) Sindhu

Explanation: Sindhu is another name for the Indus River as mentioned in the passage.

iv) The part which is not listed in the Mahabharata

(A) Kashmir     (B) Vanga
(C) Kerala     (D) Bihar

✓ Answer: (D) Bihar

Explanation: The passage lists Kashmir, Kurukshetra, Vanga, Kutch, and Kerala. Bihar is not mentioned.

v) Choose the similar word of the following from the passage - 'Well known'

(A) Region     (B) Refer
(C) Appear     (D) Famous

✓ Answer: (D) Famous

Explanation: "Famous" is a synonym for "well known" and appears in the passage.

vi) Choose the opposite word of the following from the passage 'Modern'

(A) Several     (B) Ancient
(C) Famous     (D) Northwest

✓ Answer: (B) Ancient

Explanation: "Ancient" is the antonym of "modern" and is used in the passage to describe the Rig Veda.

3.2 Passage 2: Harappa and Mohenjo-daro Civilizations

Passage:

Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, now in Pakistan, were the first two cities of this Civilisation to be discovered, their identification goes back to 1924, a century ago. The name Harappa is used generally for the Indus valley civilisation.

Later on Dholavira in Gujarat, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, Ganweriwala in Pakistan and Lothal in Gujarat were discovered. It is interesting to note that the Sarasvati basin includes not only the major cities, Rakhigarhi and Ganweriwala but also several smaller ones like Farmana, Banawali, Bhirrana in Haryana and Kalibangan in Rajasthan.

The Indus cities were separate built according to precise plans. They had wide streets which were often oriented to the cardinal directions. Most cities seem to have been surrounded by massive wall and had two distinct parts – the upper town, where the local leaders lived and the lower town, where common people lived.

Some large buildings seem to have been used for collective purposes – for instance, storing grains. Or they stored individual houses of various sizes lined the streets and smaller lanes. The construction was the same for small and big houses. All buildings were made of bricks.

The famous 'Great Bath' in Mohenjo-daro, a small but elaborate tank which measured about 12x7 metres and had waterproofing materials applied on top of carefully laid-out bricks. The tank was surrounded by small rooms, one of which contained a well, there was a drain in one corner of the tank to empty it from time to time and refill it with fresh water.

Questions and Answers:

i) Where are Harappa and Mohenjo-daro?

✓ Answer: Harappa and Mohenjo-daro are located in Pakistan.

ii) When were the Harappa and Mohenjo-daro civilisations discovered?

✓ Answer: The Harappa and Mohenjo-daro civilisations were discovered in 1924, a century ago.

iii) Where is Lothal civilisation?

✓ Answer: Lothal civilisation is located in Gujarat.

iv) Where did the common people live?

✓ Answer: The common people lived in the lower town of the Indus cities.

v) What was the use of a drain system?

✓ Answer: The drain system was used to empty the tank from time to time and refill it with fresh water.

vi) What was the purpose of the large buildings?

✓ Answer: The large buildings were used for collective purposes such as storing grains.

vii) Mention the names of cities which belong from Haryana and Rajasthan.

✓ Answer: From Haryana: Rakhigarhi, Farmana, Banawali, Bhirrana. From Rajasthan: Kalibangan.

viii) Write the similar word of the following from the passage 'Huge'

✓ Answer: Massive

ix) Write the opposite word of the following from the passage 'Ordinary'

✓ Answer: Elaborate

4. Section B - Writing Skills (20 Marks)

Section B evaluates the student's ability to express ideas clearly and coherently in written English. This section includes letter writing, story writing, and paragraph writing.

4.1 Letter Writing (8 Marks)

Question: You are Khushi living in Sidharth Nagar, Alwar. Last month you went to Udaipur. Write a letter to your friend Sumanshi describing her how you enjoyed this trip. You may take help of the following points:

  • i) When did you go to Udaipur?
  • ii) Where did you stay?
  • iii) What places did you visit there?
  • iv) Duration of the trip.

Sample Answer:

25, Sidharth Nagar
Alwar, Rajasthan
October 25, 2025

Dear Sumanshi,

I hope this letter finds you in the best of health and spirits. I am writing to share my wonderful experience of visiting Udaipur last month.

I visited Udaipur from September 15th to September 20th with my family. We stayed at a beautiful lakeside hotel near Lake Pichola, which offered stunning views of the lake and the City Palace. The hospitality was excellent, and we enjoyed every moment there.

During our five-day trip, we visited several magnificent places. The City Palace was absolutely breathtaking with its intricate architecture and beautiful paintings. We took a boat ride on Lake Pichola and visited Jag Mandir, which looked like a floating palace. The Saheliyon Ki Bari (Garden of Maidens) was another highlight with its fountains and beautiful gardens. We also explored the local markets and bought some traditional Rajasthani handicrafts and jewelry.

The evenings were particularly memorable. We watched a cultural show at Bagore Ki Haveli featuring traditional Rajasthani folk dances and music. The sunset view from the Fateh Sagar Lake was mesmerizing. The food was delicious too – we tried authentic Rajasthani thali and dal baati churma.

Udaipur truly lives up to its reputation as the "City of Lakes" and "Venice of the East." The entire trip was rejuvenating, and I wish you could have been there with us. I have taken many photographs and will show them to you when we meet.

Please give my regards to your parents and write back soon about your recent experiences.

Yours lovingly,
Khushi

OR

Question: You are Ritesh living at 47 Pratap Nagar Alwar. During the rainy season there is very poor condition of cleanliness and drainage system. Write a letter to the editor of 'The Hindustan Times' complaining about the sanitation problem in your area.

Sample Answer:

47, Pratap Nagar
Alwar, Rajasthan
October 25, 2025

To
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
New Delhi

Subject: Complaint regarding poor sanitation and drainage system in Pratap Nagar, Alwar

Sir/Madam,

Through the esteemed columns of your newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the deplorable condition of sanitation and drainage system in Pratap Nagar, Alwar, especially during the rainy season.

Our locality has been facing severe sanitation problems for the past two months. The drainage system is completely choked, causing waterlogging on roads and streets even after moderate rainfall. The stagnant water has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, increasing the risk of dengue, malaria, and other waterborne diseases.

The garbage collection is highly irregular. Heaps of uncollected waste lie scattered across the neighborhood, emitting foul odors and attracting stray animals. The overflowing drains have contaminated the surroundings, making it difficult for residents to lead a healthy life. Children and elderly people are particularly affected by these unhygienic conditions.

Despite several complaints to the Municipal Corporation, no concrete action has been taken. The situation worsens with every passing day, and residents are compelled to live in these unhealthy conditions.

I earnestly request the authorities to take immediate action to clean the drainage system, ensure regular garbage collection, and implement proper sanitation measures. The health and well-being of thousands of residents depend on swift intervention.

I hope this letter will prompt the concerned officials to address this urgent issue at the earliest.

Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
Ritesh
Resident, Pratap Nagar, Alwar

4.2 Story Writing (6 Marks)

Question: Write a story with the help of given outline in about 80 words. Give the title and moral to it:

Two cats ......... a piece of bread ......... divide ......... one piece bigger .......... quarrel ......... a monkey ......... judge ......... cuts the bigger piece ......... says ......... reward of his labour

Sample Answer:

The Two Cats and the Clever Monkey

Once upon a time, two cats found a large piece of bread. They wanted to divide it equally but couldn't agree on how to do it fairly. One piece always seemed bigger than the other, which led to a heated quarrel between them.

A clever monkey passing by noticed their argument and offered to help. "Don't worry, I'll divide it fairly," he said with a sly smile. He broke the bread into two pieces, but deliberately made one piece larger. "This piece is bigger," he announced and took a bite from it. Then he claimed the other piece was bigger and took a bite from that too.

The monkey continued this way, eating from both pieces alternately, each time claiming one was bigger than the other. The cats watched helplessly as the bread kept getting smaller and smaller. Finally, only two tiny crumbs remained. The monkey gave these to the cats and said, "These crumbs are your share, and I've taken my reward for the labor of dividing your bread fairly."

The cats realized their mistake. Their greed and inability to share peacefully had resulted in losing almost everything.

Moral: When you quarrel over small things, a third party may take advantage and both parties will suffer. It's always better to resolve disputes amicably among yourselves.

4.3 Paragraph Writing (6 Marks)

Question: Write a paragraph in about 80 words on the picture given below:

[Image shows children playing together in a park/playground]

Sample Answer:

Children Playing in the Park

The picture shows a delightful scene of children playing together in a park on a sunny day. A group of four to five children can be seen sitting in a circle on the grass, engaged in what appears to be a fun game. Their happy faces and animated gestures suggest they are thoroughly enjoying their playtime. The lush green grass and trees in the background create a pleasant natural environment. Playing outdoors is extremely beneficial for children as it promotes physical fitness, social skills, and mental well-being. Such moments of carefree play help children develop teamwork, cooperation, and friendship. In today's digital age, it's refreshing to see children engaged in outdoor activities, away from screens and electronic devices. This simple pleasure of playing together in nature is something that every child should experience regularly for their holistic development.

OR

Question: You are Sangeeta/Sangeet. You go for a walk daily in the morning in the nearby park. One morning you found a smart mobile phone there. How did you feel to find it and how did you find the owner of the mobile phone and return it? Write a paragraph in about 80 words.

Sample Answer:

Finding and Returning a Lost Mobile Phone

I am Sangeeta, and I go for a morning walk daily in the park near my house. Last Tuesday, while walking along my usual route, I spotted a smartphone lying on a bench. Initially, I was surprised to find such an expensive device unattended. I picked it up and noticed it was locked. My conscience told me to find its owner rather than keep it. I waited at the spot for a while, hoping someone would come looking for it. When no one appeared, I decided to check if there was any emergency contact information. Fortunately, there was an ICE (In Case of Emergency) contact saved. I called that number, and a worried lady answered – she turned out to be the owner's mother. Within fifteen minutes, a young professional arrived, extremely relieved and grateful. He had accidentally left his phone on the bench while tying his shoelaces. He thanked me profusely and offered a reward, which I politely declined. The happiness on his face was my true reward. This experience reinforced my belief that honesty and integrity are the most valuable virtues in life.

5. Section C - Grammar (20 Marks)

Section C tests the student's understanding of English grammar including verb forms, tenses, voice, narration, and sentence formation.

5.1 Verb Forms and Tenses

6) Fill in the blanks with appropriate forms of the verbs given in the brackets:

i) The annual examination .......... next month. (Start)

✓ Answer: will start

Explanation: Future tense is used as the examination is scheduled for next month.

ii) I ......... .......... magazines these days. (Change)

✓ Answer: am reading

Explanation: Present continuous tense shows an action happening currently.

iii) Divya Pratap ............. recently ........ his syllabus.

✓ Answer: has revised

Explanation: Present perfect tense indicates a recently completed action.

iv) Sanjana ......... food at this time tomorrow.

Options: (A) Will cooking (B) Will be cooking (C) is cooking (D) cooks

✓ Answer: (B) Will be cooking

Explanation: Future continuous tense for an action that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.

5.2 Narration/Reported Speech

7) Rewrite the following sentences changing them into Indirect Speech:

i) Shlok said to Yatharth, "Let's play chess."

✓ Answer: Shlok suggested to Yatharth that they should play chess.

Explanation: "Let's" suggests a suggestion, so we use "suggested" in indirect speech.

ii) Lavisha said to Bhupraj, "Do you read this book today?"

✓ Answer: Lavisha asked Bhupraj if he read that book that day.

Explanation: Interrogative sentences use "asked" and "if/whether" in indirect speech.

5.3 Subject-Verb Agreement

8) Fill in the blanks with a verb in agreement with its subject:

i) Slow and steady ......... the race. (win/wins)

✓ Answer: wins

Explanation: "Slow and steady" is treated as a single unit/proverb, taking singular verb.

ii) People ......... celebrating Diwali. (was/were)

✓ Answer: were

Explanation: "People" is a plural noun requiring plural verb "were".

5.4 Voice Change (Active and Passive)

9) Change the following sentences into passive voice:

i) Who stole the watch?

✓ Answer: By whom was the watch stolen?

Explanation: Interrogative sentences in passive voice use "by whom" and appropriate auxiliary verb.

ii) Did she write a story?

✓ Answer: Was a story written by her?

Explanation: The object "a story" becomes the subject in passive voice.

5.5 Question Formation and Question Tags

10) Frame question of the following sentence:

i) How long ...........

Ans: Kamal ran road for eleven hours.

✓ Question: How long did Kamal run on the road?

ii) Add question tag to the statement given below: Pradhyuman will teach English.

✓ Answer: Pradhyuman will teach English, won't he?

Explanation: Positive statement takes negative question tag.

6. Section D - Text Book (30 Marks)

Section D evaluates students' understanding of prescribed textbooks - "First Flight" and "Footprints Without Feet".

6.1 First Flight - Reading Passage (MCQs)

11) Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:

There was a girl named Valli. It was her favourite pastime standing in the front doorway of her house, watching the street outside. There were no playmates of her own age on her street and this was about all she had to do.

But for Valli, standing at the front door was every bit enjoyable as any of the elaborate games other children played. Watching the street gave her many, new, unusual experiences.

The most fascinating thing of all was the bus that travelled between her village and the nearest town. It passed through her street each hour, once going to the town and once coming back.

MCQ Questions and Answers:

i) Valli was ......... Years old

(A) Nine (B) Ten (C) Eight (D) Six

✓ Answer: (C) Eight

ii) Valli was standing at the ...........

(A) Roof (B) Front door (C) Playground (D) Street

✓ Answer: (B) Front door

iii) How many playmates did Valli have?

(A) Two (B) Six (C) Eight (D) None

✓ Answer: (D) None

iv) What was the most fascinating thing for Valli?

✓ Answer: The most fascinating thing for Valli was the bus that travelled between her village and the nearest town.

v) Based on your reading of the passage, write about Valli.

✓ Answer: Valli was an eight-year-old curious and observant girl who had no playmates of her own age. She found joy in simple things and loved watching the street from her front door. She was fascinated by the bus and dreamed of riding on it.

vi) Write the similar word of the following from the passage "Observing"

✓ Answer: Watching

OR

Alternative passage from "The Proposal" or another chapter with similar MCQ pattern.

6.2 Short Answer Questions (20 words each - 2×2=4 marks)

12) Answer any three of the following questions in about 20-30 words each:

i) Why did Kisa Gotami go from house to house? (The Sermon at Benares)

✓ Answer: Kisa Gotami went from house to house searching for mustard seeds from a family that had never experienced death, as Buddha had instructed her. Through this, she learned that death is universal and inevitable.

ii) Where is Coorg? (Coorg)

✓ Answer: Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is located in Karnataka between Mysore and the coastal town of Mangalore. It is a beautiful coffee-growing district in the Western Ghats.

iii) What does a kite look like appearing like? (A Kaker from Goa)

✓ Answer: According to the poem, a kite appears bright and beautiful when it flies high in the sky. It looks like it is soaring near the clouds and seems to be a part of the blue sky itself.

iv) Where did Anne Frank hide during German occupation? (From the Diary of Anne Frank)

✓ Answer: Anne Frank and her family hid in the Secret Annex, a hidden apartment behind her father's office building at Prinsengracht 263 in Amsterdam, during the German occupation of the Netherlands.

6.3 Medium Answer Questions (40 words each)

13) Answer any One of the following questions in about 80 words:

i) I'll take the risk. What is the risk? Why does the narrator take it? (The Black Aeroplane)

✓ Answer:

In the story "The Black Aeroplane," the narrator is a pilot flying from Paris to London. While flying, he encounters dark storm clouds that block his path. He is running low on fuel and needs to make a decision quickly. The risk he refers to is flying straight through the dangerous storm clouds instead of going around them or returning to Paris.

The narrator decides to take this risk because he is eager to reach home and spend his holiday with his family. He wants to have a big English breakfast with them the next morning. His desire to be with his family and the excitement of going home makes him overlook the danger. He believes he can navigate through the storm despite knowing it's dangerous and against safe flying practices.

OR

ii) How did Mandela's understanding of freedom change with age and experience? (Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom)

✓ Answer:

Nelson Mandela's understanding of freedom evolved significantly throughout his life. As a young boy in Qunu, he believed freedom meant running in the fields, swimming in the streams, and doing whatever he wanted. This was a child's simple and innocent understanding of freedom - the freedom to play and enjoy life without restrictions.

As a student and young man, his concept of freedom expanded to personal freedoms - the freedom to stay out at night, read what he wanted, and go wherever he chose. He thought these constituted real freedom.

However, when he joined the African National Congress and began fighting against apartheid, his understanding deepened. He realized that his oppression was linked to the oppression of his entire people. True freedom, he learned, was not just personal liberty but collective freedom for all Black South Africans - freedom from discrimination, freedom to live with dignity, and freedom to determine their own destiny. He understood that the oppressor and the oppressed both needed to be liberated, as hatred and prejudice imprisoned them both.

6.4 Long Answer Questions (80 words)

14) Answer any One of the following questions in about 40 words:

i) Write the character sketch of Natalya? (The Proposal)

✓ Answer:

Natalya Stepanovna is a young, unmarried woman of twenty-five years who is the only daughter of Stepan Stepanovitch Chubukov. She is portrayed as a complex character with both admirable and flawed qualities.

Natalya is an excellent housekeeper and takes good care of her father's estate. She is hard-working, practical, and actively involved in managing farm affairs. However, she is extremely quarrelsome and argumentative, always ready to pick fights over trivial matters. She lacks emotional maturity and often behaves childishly during disagreements.

Her desperation to get married is evident throughout the play. Despite her arguments with Lomov, she immediately wants to call him back when she learns he came to propose. This shows her practical approach to marriage - she values the prospect of being married more than genuine affection. She is possessive about her property and family honor, which leads to heated arguments with Lomov over Oxen Meadows and the superiority of their respective dogs.

OR

ii) What is the reason behind the quarrelling of Natalya and Lomov? (The Proposal)

✓ Answer:

Natalya and Lomov quarrel over two main issues during the play. First, they have a heated argument about the ownership of Oxen Meadows, a piece of land between their properties. Lomov claims it belongs to his family while Natalya insists it has always been her family's property. Both present their arguments passionately but neither is willing to concede.

The second quarrel erupts over whose dog is superior. Lomov praises his dog Guess as an excellent hunting dog, while Natalya defends her dog Squeezer as being better. This argument becomes so intense that both forget about the proposal entirely. These quarrels reveal their argumentative nature and inability to communicate peacefully even about matters they should be able to resolve amicably.

6.5 Multiple Choice Questions from Text (4 marks)

19) Choose the Correct answer (1×4=4):

i) How old was Horace Danby? (A Question Of Trust)

(A) 25 Years (B) 40 Years (C) 50 Years (D) 60 Years

✓ Answer: (C) 50 Years

ii) Who was mighty? (The Book That Saved The Earth)

(A) Iota (B) Omega (C) Noodle (D) Think-Tank

✓ Answer: (D) Think-Tank

iii) Where did the boys see measly, foot print? (Footprints Without Feet)

(A) London (B) New York (C) Delhi (D) Cape Town

✓ Answer: (A) London

iv) What was the cost of diamond necklace? (The Necklace)

(A) Twenty Thousand Francs (B) Thirty Six Thousand Francs
(C) Fifty Thousand Francs (D) Eighteen Thousand Francs

✓ Answer: (B) Thirty Six Thousand Francs

7. Complete Answer Key

Section A - Reading Comprehension

Question Correct Answer Question Correct Answer
Passage 1 - i(C) The Rig VedaPassage 2 - iPakistan
Passage 1 - ii(B) SindhuPassage 2 - ii1924
Passage 1 - iii(C) SindhuPassage 2 - iiiGujarat
Passage 1 - iv(D) BiharPassage 2 - ivLower town
Passage 1 - v(D) FamousPassage 2 - vTo empty and refill tank
Passage 1 - vi(B) AncientPassage 2 - viStoring grains

Section C - Grammar

Question Answer
6(i) - Verb Formwill start
6(ii) - Verb Formam reading
6(iii) - Verb Formhas revised
6(iv) - MCQ(B) Will be cooking
7(i) - Indirect SpeechShlok suggested to Yatharth that they should play chess
7(ii) - Indirect SpeechLavisha asked Bhupraj if he read that book that day
8(i) - Subject-Verb Agreementwins
8(ii) - Subject-Verb Agreementwere
9(i) - Passive VoiceBy whom was the watch stolen?
9(ii) - Passive VoiceWas a story written by her?

Section D - Text Book MCQs

Question Correct Answer
Valli's age(C) Eight
Valli standing location(B) Front door
Number of playmates(D) None
Horace Danby's age(C) 50 Years
Who was mighty?(D) Think-Tank
Footprints location(A) London
Necklace cost(B) Thirty Six Thousand Francs

8. Preparation Strategies and Tips

8.1 Time Management During Examination

  • First 15 minutes (Reading Time): Read the entire question paper carefully, mark the questions you can answer confidently, and plan your approach.
  • Section A (45 minutes): Start with reading comprehension as it requires fresh mind. Read passages twice before attempting questions.
  • Section C (30 minutes): Grammar section is scoring. Attempt it early when you're alert.
  • Section B (40 minutes): Writing section requires creativity. Letter writing: 20 minutes, Story/Paragraph: 20 minutes.
  • Section D (45 minutes): Literature section. Start with MCQs (5 minutes), then short answers (15 minutes), medium answers (10 minutes), and long answers (15 minutes).
  • Revision (10-15 minutes): Review your answers, correct spelling mistakes, and ensure all questions are attempted.

8.2 Section-wise Preparation Tips

Reading Comprehension:

  • Practice reading unseen passages daily from newspapers, magazines, and online articles
  • Focus on understanding the main idea, supporting details, and author's tone
  • Learn to identify synonyms and antonyms quickly
  • Practice inference-based questions

Writing Skills:

  • Memorize formal letter format (sender's address, date, receiver's address, subject, salutation, body, closing)
  • Learn informal letter format and practice writing to friends and relatives
  • Practice story writing with proper beginning, middle, and end
  • Focus on paragraph coherence and logical flow
  • Improve vocabulary for better expression

Grammar:

  • Master tenses - especially perfect and continuous forms
  • Practice voice change (active to passive and vice versa)
  • Learn narration rules for all types of sentences
  • Understand subject-verb agreement rules
  • Practice question formation and question tags

Literature:

  • Read all chapters from First Flight and Footprints Without Feet thoroughly
  • Understand character sketches and themes
  • Learn important quotes and their context
  • Practice answer writing within word limits
  • Revise summary of all chapters

8.3 General Examination Tips

  • Handwriting: Write neatly and legibly. Good presentation creates a positive impression.
  • Word Limit: Adhere strictly to prescribed word limits. Examiners may deduct marks for exceeding limits.
  • Grammar and Spelling: Double-check for grammatical errors and spelling mistakes.
  • Answer Structure: Use proper paragraphs, maintain logical flow, and conclude answers properly.
  • Question Numbers: Write question numbers clearly and correctly.
  • Avoid Overwriting: Plan your answer mentally before writing to avoid excessive cutting and overwriting.
  • Use Simple English: Don't try to use complex vocabulary unnecessarily. Clear and correct English is more important.

8.4 Last Month Preparation Strategy

  • Week 1-2: Complete syllabus revision, focus on weak areas
  • Week 3: Solve previous year papers and sample papers under timed conditions
  • Week 4: Quick revision of important points, formulas, and formats. Practice mock tests
  • Last 2-3 days: Revise important chapters, letter formats, and grammar rules. Don't start anything new
  • Day before exam: Light revision, relax, and sleep well

9. Related Resources and Study Materials

9.1 RBSE Syllabus and Curriculum

Complete syllabus for all RBSE classes to understand the curriculum progression:

9.2 RBSE Class 10 Model Papers

Practice with model papers in different subjects:

9.3 Class 10 Topper Answer Sheets and Question Papers

Learn from toppers' answer writing styles:

9.4 Class 12 Topper Answer Sheets - All Subjects

Study high-quality answer writing techniques from Class 12 toppers:

Language Subjects:

Science Subjects:

Social Science Subjects:

Commerce Subjects:

Other Subjects:

9.5 Examination Results and Question Paper Archives

9.6 Official RBSE Resources

10. Important Chapters and Focus Areas

10.1 First Flight - Important Chapters

Chapter Importance Key Focus Areas
A Letter to God High Lencho's faith, postmaster's kindness, irony in the story
Nelson Mandela Very High Concept of freedom, apartheid, Mandela's journey
Two Stories About Flying High Overcoming fear, mother's teaching method, mysterious pilot
From the Diary of Anne Frank High Anne's character, World War II context, diary writing
The Hundred Dresses Medium Bullying, empathy, regret, Wanda's character
Glimpses of India High Tea culture, Coorg, Indian diversity
Mijbil the Otter Medium Human-animal bond, travel experience
Madam Rides the Bus Very High Valli's character, curiosity, reality vs. dreams
The Sermon at Benares High Buddha's teaching, acceptance of death, grief
The Proposal Very High Characters of Lomov, Natalya, Chubukov; humor, quarrels

10.2 Footprints Without Feet - Important Chapters

Chapter Importance Key Focus Areas
A Triumph of Surgery Medium Pet care, Tricki's transformation, Mrs. Pumphrey's love
The Thief's Story High Trust, reformation, Anil's character
The Midnight Visitor High Clever thinking, spy story, Ausable's wit
A Question of Trust Very High Irony, deception, Horace Danby's character
Footprints Without Feet High Science fiction, invisible man, consequences of misuse
The Making of a Scientist High Curiosity, persistence, Richard Ebright's journey
The Necklace Very High Materialism, pride, irony, Matilda's character
Bholi High Education's importance, empowerment, courage
The Book That Saved the Earth Very High Humor, misinterpretation, satire on assumptions

11. Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Not reading instructions carefully: Always read general instructions and question-specific instructions carefully.
  • Exceeding word limits: Stick to prescribed word limits. Marks may be deducted for exceeding limits.
  • Poor time management: Don't spend too much time on any single question. Move on if stuck.
  • Illegible handwriting: Write clearly. Examiners cannot give marks for answers they can't read.
  • Not attempting all questions: Attempt every question. Even partial answers can earn marks.
  • Ignoring grammar and spelling: Check for basic grammatical errors and spelling mistakes.
  • Not leaving margins: Maintain proper margins on both sides of the answer sheet.
  • Overwriting and cutting: Think before writing to minimize corrections.

12. Conclusion

The RBSE Class 10 English Model Paper 2025 is an invaluable resource for students preparing for their Secondary Examination. This comprehensive guide has provided detailed solutions, analysis, and preparation strategies to help students excel in their examinations.

Success in the English examination requires consistent practice, thorough understanding of grammar rules, good reading habits, and effective answer writing skills. Students should focus on all four sections equally and practice regularly with model papers and previous year question papers.

Shala Saral educational platform is committed to providing quality study materials and resources to help Rajasthan Board students achieve their academic goals. We wish all students the very best for their examinations!

13. References

  1. Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education Official Website
  2. NCERT First Flight Textbook (Class 10)
  3. NCERT Footprints Without Feet Textbook (Class 10)
  4. RBSE Class 10 English Syllabus 2025-26
  5. RBSE Digital Textbooks Portal
  6. Shala Saral Educational Platform (Sarkari Service Prep™)

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  • Rajasthan Board Examination
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  • RBSE Model Paper 2025
  • Secondary Examination Preparation
  • English Question Paper Solutions
  • Rajasthan Education
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