Andhra Pradesh Board Class 10 English Third Language Sample Paper 2024-25: Download Free PDF!

SECTION - A

(Reading Comprehension)

(30 M)

Q. 1-5

A comprehension passage from any prose lesson in the textbook with 2 and 3 MCQs'.

Wh' questions

5 × 2 = 10 M

(The title of the lesson should be mentioned at the end of the passage)

Word Limit: 100 – 150 words.

Q. 6-10

A poem for comprehension in the textbook with 2 'Wh' questions and 3 MCQs'.

Q-11-15

A comprehension passage from any lesson in Supplementary Reader with 5 MCQs Word Limit: 100 – 120 words. (The title of the poem should be mentioned at the end of the lines)

5 × 1 = 5 M

Q-16

Q.Reading data arranged in a tabular form, a pie chart, a bar chart or a tree diagram with five comprehension questions.

a)2 – Wh questions- 2 × 1 = 2 M

b)2 – MCQs'- 2 × 1 = 2 M

c)Choosing a correct statement (MCQ)- 1 × 1 = 1 M 

Note: Flow charts and bar graphs with curved lines are not included in the syllabus. Don't ask questions based on a flow chart or a bar graph with curved lines.

5 × 1 = 5 M

Q-17

Reading a story, an incident or any scientific event and arranging the jumbled sentences in a meaningful order.

5 M

Section-B 

Grammar And Vocabulary

Q-18

Combining sentences using who / which / whose / whom (Relative Clauses)

Syllabus Reference: Unit-1

2M

Q-19

Changing voice (Only from active voice to passive voice. (Textual/general)

Syllabus Reference: Unit-3 WB

Q.20

Reported Speech (Only from direct speech to indirect speech)

(Textual/general)

Syllabus Reference: Unit-9

2 M

Q. 21

Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions (Textual/general)

2 × 1 = 2 M

Q. 22

Edit a passage corrections the underlined parts. (Workbook/unseen)

Syllabus Reference: All units in the workbook. 

4 × 1 = 4 M

Q. 23

Fill in the blanks with articles (Textual / general)

Syllabus reference: Unit-2

2 × 1 = 2 M

Q. 24

Change into Repeated action in the past using used to / would

(Textual/general) Syllabus Reference: Unit-6

2 × 1 = 2 M

Q.25

Rewrite the sentences by using a Noun modifier. (Textual/general)

2 × 1 = 2 M

SECTION — A: READING COMPREHENSION

(Questions 1 - 5) : Read the following passage carefully.

The fiercely independent people of Coorg are possibly of Greek or Arabic descent. As one story goes, a part of Alexander's army moved south along the coast and settled here when return became impractical. These people married among the locals and their culture is apparent in the martial traditions, marriage and religious rites, which are distinct from the Hindu mainstream. The theory of Arab origin draws support from the long, black coat with an embroidered waist belt worn by the Kodavus, known as kuppia, it resembles the Kuffia worn by the Arabs and the Kurds.

Coorgi homes have a tradition of hospitality, and they are more than willing t he recount numerous tales of valour related to their sons and fathers. The Coorg Regiment is one of the most decorated in the Indian Army, and the first chief of the Indian Army. General Cariappa, was a Coorgi. Even now, Kodavus are the only people in India permitted to carry firearms without a licence.

Now, answer the following questions- 5 × 2 = 10 M

1. How were the people of Coorg described?

2. Why were the people of Coorg descendants of Greek or Arabic culture?

A) Coorgis are taller than Hindus.

B) The traditions and rites of Coorgis resemble martial origin, unlike the Hindu mainstream.

C) Coorgis followed the Hindu mainstream.

A) They are rich in hospitality holding many stories of courage of their forefathers.

B) Coorgi homes are beautifully decorated.

C) The Coorgi Army carry rich robes.

A) Kodavus can take part in war.

B) Kodavus were the only people allowed in the army.

C) Kodavus were permitted to carry five arms without a licence.

The way a crow Shook down on me The dust of snow From a hemlock tree Has given my heart A change of mood And saved some part

Of a day I had ruled. (Dust of Snow)

 Now, answer the following questions- 5 × 1 = 5 M

1. What do 'crow' and 'snow' represent?

2. What was the change in the mood of the poet after snowfall?

3. What is the setting of the poem?

A) snowy streets B) steep rocks C) dry forests

4. The word 'rued' explains .................

A) the colourful day experienced by the poet.

B) The damaged mood of the poet.

C) The dangerous effect of a hemlock tree.

A) poet standing under the tree.

B) a snowy winter day.

C) the poison from the hemlock tree.

Mrs. Pumphery wrung her hands. "Oh I will, Mr. Herriot. I'm sure you are right, but it is so difficult, so very difficult." She set off, head down, along the road, as if determined to put the new regime into practice immediately.

I watched their progress with growing concern. Tricki was tottering along in his little tweed coat; he had a whole wardrobe of these coats - for the cold weather and a raincoat for the wet days. He struggled on, drooping in his harness. I thought it wouldn't be long before I heard from Mrs. Pumphrey.

Choose the appropriate answers from the answers given: 5 × 1 = 5 M

A) Mrs. Pumhrey's neighbour

B) Mrs. Pumphrey's cousin

C) Mrs. Pumphrey's family vet.

A) to keep her Tricki on a diet.

B) to look after Tricki.

C) to give good food to Tricki.

A) The new diet chart to be followed for Tricki.

B) The daily exercise for Mrs. Pumphrey.

C) Tricki's illness.

A) Tricki was given utmost care and love.

B) Tricki was very rich.

C) Tricki was feeling cold.

A) She became ill.

B) Tricki became ill.

C) She wished to take the writer's opinion.

(Question 16) : Study the following pie chart.

Percentage (%) of time spent on different activities by children- 5 × 1 = 5 M

1. What does the pie chart show?

2. What is the percentage of time spent on talking to friends?

3. The maximum percentage of time spent on ........

a) Playing games over cell phone  b)watching TV  c)Reading

4. What is the least interesting aspect of children?

a) playing outdoor games  b) watching TV  c) Reading

5. Choose the correct statement based on the pie chart.

a)Talking to friends is the ultimate fancy of the  b)Most children love to watch  c)Reading was given the least importance by 

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Now, arrange the following jumbled sentences into a meaningful order.   5 × 1 = 5 M

a) He became an NDA candidate for the position of President.

b) He became the 14th President of India.

c) He worked as the Governor of Bihar.

d) He was brought up in UP.

e) He worked as a lawyer in the High Court.