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Jaspreet, class X, is… (Class 10 English SQP 2025-26, Q5b)

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EnglishCBSE Class 10 · Sample paper, session 2025-26 · 5 marks · Writing

CBSE Class 10 English sample paper 2025-26: question 5(b)

From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2025-26, 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

Jaspreet, class X, is known for her creativity, excellent communication skills, and ability to think outside the box. However, she sometimes struggles with time management and prefers collaborative efforts over working solo. She has been assigned an art-integrated project presentation and must choose a partner from Sunaina, Tabassum, and Alice. Below are the profiles of the three candidates.

Sunaina: Sunaina is highly disciplined and excels in meeting deadlines. She is known for her strong organisational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. However, she is slightly reserved and prefers working in structured, predictable environments.

Tabassum: Tabassum is enthusiastic and spontaneous, with a talent for generating unique ideas. She is an excellent artist and thrives in creative settings. However, she occasionally struggles to stay focused on tasks and complete them on time.

Alice: Alice is confident and articulate, with a flair for delivering polished presentations. She is detail-oriented and ensures that the final product is of high quality. However, she sometimes prefers to take control and may overlook collaborative efforts.

Based on the features of each candidate, analyse and decide who would be the best partner for Jaspreet. Consider aspects such as complementary strengths, teamwork, and the project's requirements.

Source: official sample paper from cbseacademic.nic.in (PDF). See it in the full Sample paper 2025-26.

Hints

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Hint 1

List Jaspreet's strength and weakness first.

Hint 2

Pick the partner whose strengths fill her gap.

Hint 3

Explain why each of the others is less suitable.

Step-by-step solution

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  1. Model analytical paragraph:

    Sunaina is the most suitable partner for Jaspreet. Jaspreet is creative and communicates well, but she struggles with time management, so she needs someone who balances this. Sunaina's discipline, organisation and respect for deadlines would keep the project on schedule. Her reserved, structured nature fits well with Jaspreet's collaborative style, because Jaspreet can lead the brainstorming and presentation while Sunaina keeps the work on track. Tabassum is highly creative, but her lack of focus could worsen Jaspreet's time problems. Alice presents well, but her tendency to take control may clash with Jaspreet's preference for teamwork. Sunaina's strengths therefore complement Jaspreet's best.

    5 marks

Answer: Sunaina is the best partner (Tabassum or Alice is also acceptable with sound reasoning)

Where the marks are

  • Clear choice justified by complementary strengths (2 marks)
  • Comparison with the other candidates (within content)
  • Logical organisation (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 2025-26: every question, by section.

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