Class 10 Unseen Passage Practice Test – Board Exam Preparation

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Class 10 English Unseen Passage – 1 Quiz

Class 10 English Unseen Passage – 1

Reading Comprehension (Discursive Passage)

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In today's digital world, students have access to unlimited information through the internet. Online learning platforms, educational videos, and e-books have made learning easier than ever before. However, having access to information does not always mean gaining knowledge. Knowledge develops only when students understand, analyze, and apply what they learn in real-life situations.

Q1. What is the central idea of the passage?

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In today's digital world, students have access to unlimited information through the internet... Knowledge develops only when students understand, analyze, and apply what they learn in real-life situations.

Q2. According to the passage, knowledge develops when students

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Many students spend hours searching for answers online instead of trying to solve problems independently. While technology is a powerful learning tool, excessive dependence on it may reduce critical thinking and creativity. Teachers now encourage project-based learning, discussions, and practical activities so that students can develop analytical skills rather than simply memorizing facts.

Q3. Why do teachers encourage project-based learning?

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Another important challenge is managing screen time. Spending too much time on digital devices can affect physical health, sleep patterns, and concentration. Experts recommend balancing online learning with outdoor activities, reading printed books, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Q4. Which of the following can be a negative effect of excessive screen time?

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The future belongs to learners who can think creatively, communicate effectively, and solve real-life problems. Technology should therefore be used as a tool to support learning, not as a substitute for independent thinking.

Q5. Which statement is TRUE according to the passage?

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Teachers now encourage project-based learning, discussions, and practical activities so that students can develop analytical skills rather than simply memorizing facts.

Q6. The word "analytical" means

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The future belongs to learners who can think creatively, communicate effectively, and solve real-life problems.

Q7. Which quality will be most important in the future according to the passage?

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Technology should therefore be used as a tool to support learning, not as a substitute for independent thinking.

Q8. The word "substitute" is closest in meaning to

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Experts recommend balancing online learning with outdoor activities, reading printed books, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Q9. Which activity is suggested to balance online learning?

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Technology should therefore be used as a tool to support learning, not as a substitute for independent thinking.

Q10. What can be inferred from the passage?

Quiz Completed!

Vocabulary Reference

WordMeaning
AccessOpportunity to use
AnalyzeExamine carefully
Critical ThinkingLogical reasoning
CreativityAbility to produce new ideas
AnalyticalLogical and thoughtful
ConcentrationAbility to focus
SubstituteReplacement

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