Karnataka SSLC English Second Language Question Paper 2026 with Answer Key: Download PDF

Last Updated: Mar 25, 2026, 18:49 IST

Download the Karnataka SSLC English Second Language Question Paper 2026 with a Answer Key by experts. The exam, held on March 25, 2026, carried 80 marks and followed the latest KSEAB pattern. Access the question paper PDF and solutions for grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension questions to calculate your expeced score.

Karnataka SSLC English Second Language Question Paper 2026 with Answer Key: Download PDF
Karnataka SSLC English Second Language Question Paper 2026 with Answer Key: Download PDF

Key Points

  • SSLC English Second Language exam 2026 was held on March 25, 2026.
  • Exam tested reading, grammar, and creative writing skills.
  • Question paper and answer key help students assess performance.

The Karnataka SSLC English Second Language exam for 2026 was successfully conducted today. Students who appeared for the examination can now access the comprehensive question paper and detailed answer key right here. This year’s paper was designed to test students' proficiency in reading comprehension, grammar, and creative writing, following the latest KSEAB guidelines.

The resources provided in this article are essential for students to verify their responses, estimate their scores, and for future aspirants to understand the examination's standard and structure.

KSEAB SSLC English (Second Language) Exam 2026: Key Highlights

Feature Details
Exam Name

Karnataka SSLC English (Second Language) 2026

Board Name

Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB)

Exam Date March 25, 2026
Total Marks

80 Marks

Exam Duration

3 Hours (+ 15 Min Cool-off)

Total Questions

38 Questions

Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate

Karnataka SSLC English Question Paper Pattern 2026

The Karnataka SSLC English 2026 question paper was structured to evaluate a wide range of linguistic skills:

  • Section I-III: Focused on objective-type questions, including question tags, language functions, and 'if' clauses, as well as vocabulary exercises like syllable counting and editing.

  • Section IV-VI: Involved descriptive answers based on prose and poetry from the textbook, requiring 2-6 sentences per answer, and reference to context (extracts).

  • Section VII-X: Included profile writing, story development from clues, picture description, and quoting from memory.

  • Section XI-XIV: Covered reading comprehension of unseen passages, long-form essay writing, and formal/informal letter writing. 

Karnataka SSLC English Question Paper 2026 PDF

The official question paper provided below is the authentic document from the exam held on March 25, 2026. It includes all 38 questions, covering objective sections, passage-based analysis, and creative writing tasks like letter and essay writing. Reviewing this original paper is the best way to understand the specific context and difficulty level set by the board this year.

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Karnataka SSLC English 2026 Answer Key

The 2026 Second Language English paper answet key focuses on providing precise answers for grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension questions to help you calculate your expected score accurately. 

 

Question Number Question Answer
I. MCQs
1 Choose the appropriate question tag for the statement: "She was narrating a story, _____" (D) wasn't she?
2 Read the following and choose the infinitive: "They had replastered the old house... One day they came back to the office to complain." (A) to complain
3 Choose the language function for the underlined sentence: Harish: "If you don't mind, could I use your car?"

(C) Seeking permission

4 Fill in the blank: Anand: "Thanks for your invitation. If you had told me earlier, I ___ joined you." (B) would have
II. Do as directed
5 Which one of the following words has one syllable? (over, very, road, gingerly) Road
6 Fill in the blank using the correct article: "Who is ___ fastest runner in the school?" The
7 Identify the part of speech of the underlined word: "The bike started immediately." Adverb
8 Fill in the blank using a suitable linker: "Students played well ___ secured the first place." And
9 Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition: "Anant was awake, breathing the oxygen ___ the cylinder." From
10 Fill in the blank with the appropriate tense form: "He was ___ (be + read) for his exams last night." Reading
11 Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the word: "My grandmother told me an ___ (interest) story." Interesting
12 Use the word 'search' as a verb in a sentence.

We searched the woods all night.

13 Change into superlative degree: "Rameshwari is wiser than any other girl in the class."

Rameshwari is the wisest girl in the class.

14 Change into passive voice: "She sings a song."

The song was sung by her.

15 Combine using so ___ that: "Sathish was very weak. He couldn't go to school."

Satish was so weak that he couldn't go to school.

16

Change into reported speech: Nirmala: "Did you submit the project?"

Nirmala asked Rajesh........

whether he submitted the project or not.

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The 2026 Karnataka SSLC English Second Language paper was balanced and fair, rewarding students who had a strong grasp of the textbook and basic grammar rules. By using this answer key and question paper PDF, students can get a clear picture of their performance and begin preparing for their next subjects with confidence. Best of luck for the remaining exams!

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First Published: Mar 25, 2026, 18:49 IST

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