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Read the given details… (Class 10 English SQP 2024-25, Q5B)

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EnglishCBSE Class 10 · Sample paper, session 2024-25 · 5 marks · Writing

CBSE Class 10 English sample paper 2024-25: question 5(B)

From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2024-25, section B, question 5(B), for 5 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.

Q5(B) · 5 marks · WritingCompetency-basedWriting Skills

Read the given details of a playground intended for your resident area. • A central climbing structure inspired by traditional Indian architecture, such as a miniature fort, with multiple levels and slides. • Swings adorned with colorful Indian patterns, along with monkey bars and a zip line. • A water play feature inspired by Indian fountains or rivers. • Shaded seating areas with benches and swings, resembling traditional chaupals or gazebos. • Trees, shrubs, and flower beds. • Ample open space.

Analyse the details and write an analytical paragraph in about 120 words about the suitability of this playground. Focus on factors such as safety, inclusivity, fun features, suitability for different age groups, and overall experience.

Source: official sample paper from cbseacademic.nic.in (PDF). See it in the full Sample paper 2024-25.

Hints

Open one hint at a time and try again before the next.

Hint 1

Judge suitability; do not merely describe each feature.

Hint 2

Think about which age groups and which people (children, parents, elders) each feature serves.

Hint 3

Link the points into one paragraph and end with an overall judgement.

Step-by-step solution

Each step shows the marks it earns, as an examiner would award them. Checked by an independent re-solve from the question paper.

  1. Content (safety, inclusivity, fun, age suitability, experience): 'The proposed playground is well suited to our residential area. The fort-like climbing structure with levels and slides gives children challenging, imaginative play, while swings, monkey bars and a zip line offer variety for different ages and abilities. The water play feature, inspired by Indian fountains and rivers, adds sensory fun and relief from the heat. Shaded seating resembling chaupals lets parents and elders watch over children comfortably, so the space includes all generations. Trees, shrubs and flower beds add beauty and a healthy environment, and the ample open space allows free games and ensures safe movement. By blending Indian design with modern play equipment, the playground promises an enjoyable, inclusive and culturally enriching experience.'

    2 marks

  2. Organisation: a single paragraph without a title, a logical sequence of points, formal tone.

    2 marks

  3. Accuracy: correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.

    1 mark

Answer: A single analytical paragraph of about 120 words judging the playground's suitability.

Where the marks are

  • At least four points analysed with clarity (2 marks)
  • Single paragraph, orderly, formal (2 marks)
  • Accuracy (1 mark)

Revise the chapter

  • Chapter: Writing Skills
Practise this chapterBoard-style questions from Writing Skills, one at a time, marked against the answer key and marking points.Back to the full paperSample paper 2024-25: every question, by section.

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