PABSON SEE PRE-BOARD EXAMINATION-2082
Compulsory English – Complete Solution
Welcome to the complete solution for the Class 10 English PABSON 2082 SEE Pre-Board Examination . Below you will find detailed answers for all sections with comprehensive explanations.
Table of Contents
- PDF Question Paper
- Section 1: Poem Comprehension
- Section 2: Reading – Hachi: A Dog’s Story
- Section 3: Reading – Letter about College MOUs
- Section 4: Reading – The Ocean & Deep Sea
- Section 5: Guided Writing
- Section 6: Formal Message
- Section 7: Dialogue Writing
- Section 8: Essay Writing
- Section 9: Grammar
- Section 10: Cloze Test
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1. Read the poem and answer the given questions. [5 × 1 = 5]
Composed upon Westminster Bridge
Earth has not anything to show more fair:
Dull would he be of soul who could pass by
A sight so touching in its majesty:
This City now doth, like a garment, wear
The beauty of the morning; silent, bare,
Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie
Open unto the fields, and to the sky;
All bright and glittering in the smokeless air.
Never did sun more beautifully steep
In his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill;
Ne’er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep!
The river glideth at his own sweet will:
Dear God! the very houses seem asleep;
And all that mighty heart is lying still!
— William Wordsworth
a) Who does the speaker claim to be dull?
Answer:
The speaker claims that anyone who could pass by such a touching and majestic sight without noticing it would be dull of soul.
b) What was the morning like that particular day?
Answer:
On that particular day, the morning was beautiful, silent, and bare. The city wore the morning’s beauty like a garment.
c) What is glittering in the smokeless air?
Answer:
Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples are glittering in the smokeless air.
d) Where do the first rays of the sun fall?
Answer:
The first rays of the sun fall beautifully upon the valley, rock, or hill, steeped in the sun’s first splendour.
e) How does the speaker feel about the sight?
Answer:
The speaker feels a sense of deep calm and amazement. He notes that he has never seen or felt such peace before, expressing profound admiration for the tranquil scene.
2. Read the following text and do the tasks. [10]
“Hachi: A Dog’s Story”
“Hachi: A Dog’s Story” is a heartwarming and inspiring family drama that tells the story of a dog’s unwavering loyalty and devotion. When college professor, Parker Wilson (Richard Gere), discovers a rather unlikely commuter wandering around the train station, he takes the lost Akita puppy home with him. Parker and his new canine friend, Hachi, soon form a bond that cannot be broken. Hachi follows Parker to the train station every day and returns to the station every evening to greet his beloved master after work.
On one very sad day, Parker leaves for work and becomes deathly ill, never to return to the station again. Even after Parker passes away, Hachi faithfully returns to the station every day for the next nine years, until his death, to wait for his beloved master. During those nine years, this amazing dog touches the lives of the vendors, the stationmaster, and the many commuters at the station square. He teaches them the true meaning of loyalty, devotion, and love. Hachi’s unyielding devotion and love for his master soon gain media attention. This dog’s amazing story not only touches the lives of those at the station square, but all who learn about Hachi’s love and devotion.
This film is an American adaptation of a true story set in 1925 Japan about a professor and his devoted dog. Today, a bronze statue of Hachi stands in the Shibuya Station in Japan in honour of his faithfulness and loyalty.
We also see a positive relationship between Parker and his wife Cate (Joan Allen) and their college-age daughter. The relationship between Parker and Cate is a stable and loving marriage of 25 years, and their commitment to each other can be seen in many moments throughout the film.
A. Write TRUE for true statements and FALSE for the False ones. [5 × 1 = 5]
i) Hachi was found wandering at a train station by Parker Wilson.
Answer: TRUE
The text states: “When college professor, Parker Wilson… discovers a rather unlikely commuter wandering around the train station…”
ii) Hachi waited at the graveyard for his master even after Parker died.
Answer: FALSE
Hachi waited at the train station, not the graveyard. The text says: “Hachi faithfully returns to the station every day for the next nine years…”
iii) The bond between Hachi and Parker influenced other people, too.
Answer: TRUE
The text states: “During those nine years, this amazing dog touches the lives of the vendors, the stationmaster, and the many commuters…”
iv) The film “Hachi: A Dog’s Story” is based on a real story.
Answer: TRUE
The text says: “This film is an American adaptation of a true story set in 1925 Japan…”
v) Parker Wilson and Cate have been married for three and a half decades.
Answer: FALSE
The text says “marriage of 25 years,” which is two and a half decades, not three and a half (which would be 35 years).
B. Answer the following questions: [5 × 1 = 5]
i) What kind of film is “Hachi: A Dog’s Story”?
Answer:
“Hachi: A Dog’s Story” is a heartwarming and inspiring family drama about a dog’s unwavering loyalty and devotion.
ii) How does Hachi demonstrate loyalty in the story?
Answer:
Hachi demonstrates loyalty by following Parker to the train station every day and, after Parker’s death, continuing to wait for him at the station every day for nine years.
iii) What impact does Hachi’s actions have on people at the station?
Answer:
Hachi’s actions touch the lives of the vendors, stationmaster, and commuters, teaching them the true meaning of loyalty, devotion, and love.
iv) Why is there a statue of Hachi at Shibuya Station in Japan?
Answer:
A bronze statue of Hachi stands at Shibuya Station to honour his faithfulness and loyalty.
v) How is Parker’s and Cate’s relationship described in the story?
Answer:
Their relationship is described as a stable and loving marriage of 25 years, with visible commitment to each other.
3. Read the following text and do the tasks. [10]
Letter about College MOUs
Kathmandu 2nd January
Dear Upama,
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about our recent conversation regarding your college applications. It’s such an exciting time, but I’ve been feeling a bit unsettled about how some institutions are marketing themselves.
Colleges associated with hospitality management, business administration, engineering, internet technology, and computer sciences in Nepal advertise Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with both national and international companies as proof of guaranteed internships and career pathways for their graduates. These advertisements mislead school/+2 graduates who have limited access to independent career counselling and job-market information. As a result, when colleges present non-exclusive MOUs as guarantees of internships and employment, school graduates interpret these claims as assurances for their future job stability. Whereas in reality, the tech companies or hospitality industries sign MOUs with multiple colleges and foreign university partners for their own network expansions, business strategy, and promotional purposes.
Many students from multiple colleges with similar specializations compete for limited internships, of which only a few graduates get selected based on skill competence and placement availability. As students and their parents have already invested time, future, and high fees for the degree based on misleading information, and when job expectations turn into bitterness, emotions of angst, anxiety, and distress of students are spilled all over social networking sites. More importantly, when the narratives of betrayal reflected in these social media posts become viral, they tarnish the institution’s image and create confusion and fear among prospective high school/Plus 2 graduates who want to pursue their higher education in Nepal.
Upama, I suggest you to choose your college carefully.
See you soon.
Love from,
Anuja
A. Fill in the blank spaces with the correct words/phrases from the text. [5 × 1 = 5]
i) Colleges advertise the MOUs as a proof of internships and career pathways for their ………………..
Answer: graduates
ii) Many school and +2 graduates have limited access to independent ……………….. counseling and job-market information.
Answer: career
iii) School graduates ……………….. the non-exclusive MOUs as assurances for their future.
Answer: interpret
iv) ……………….. are limited and very competitive.
Answer: Internships
v) Time, future, and money are spent on ……………….. information.
Answer: misleading
B. Answer the following questions. [5 × 1 = 5]
i) Who do colleges sign MOUs with?
Answer:
Colleges sign MOUs with both national and international companies and foreign university partners.
ii) What is the real reason that companies sign MOUs with colleges?
Answer:
Companies sign MOUs for their own network expansions, business strategies, and promotional purposes.
iii) How are students actually selected for internships?
Answer:
Students are selected based on their skill competence and placement availability.
iv) What is the emotional impact on students and parents when the job guarantees fail?
Answer:
They experience bitterness, angst, anxiety, and distress when job expectations are not met.
v) How do viral social media posts about “betrayals” affect the education sector?
Answer:
They tarnish the institution’s image and create confusion and fear among prospective students who want to pursue higher education in Nepal.
4. Read the text and do the tasks. [15]
The Ocean and Deep Sea
The ocean is the most dominant feature on our planet, covering approximately 70% of Earth’s surface. While its glittering surface is familiar to us all, what lies thousands of meters below is a vast, alien world that remains largely a mystery. On average, the ocean is about 4,000 meters deep and contains roughly 1.3 billion cubic kilometers of water, representing 97% of all water on Earth.
Despite this massive scale, scientists estimate that more than 80% of the ocean remains unmapped, unobserved, and unexplored. The deep sea is one of the most mysterious and least explored regions on Earth. It begins at a depth of about 200 meters and extends to the ocean floor, which can be as deep as 11,000 meters in some places. Despite the extreme conditions, including high pressure, low temperatures, and complete darkness, the deep sea is teeming with life.
One of the most fascinating aspects of the deep sea is its biodiversity. Scientists have discovered thousands of species that are uniquely adapted to this harsh environment. For example, the anglerfish uses a bioluminescent lure to attract prey in the darkness. Similarly, the giant squid, which can grow up to 13 meters in length, has large eyes that help it see in the dim light of the deep ocean.
The deep sea also plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth’s climate. It acts as a carbon sink, absorbing large amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This process helps to mitigate the effects of climate change. Additionally, the deep sea is a source of valuable resources, including minerals and potential new medicines.
However, the deep sea is under threat from human activities. Deep-sea mining, pollution, and overfishing are some of the major challenges facing this fragile ecosystem. Protecting the deep sea is essential for maintaining the health of our planet.
A. Match the meanings of the words in Column A with the correct words in Column B. [5 × 1 = 5]
| Column A (Meanings) | Column B (Words) |
|---|---|
| i) very unfamiliar or strange | c) alien |
| ii) carefully studied or travelled through | a) explored |
| iii) very strong or severe | d) extreme |
| iv) to reduce the seriousness or impact of something | f) mitigate |
| v) easily damaged or harmed | b) fragile |
Note: “crucial” does not have a match.
B. Write TRUE for true and FALSE for the false statements. [5 × 1 = 5]
i) The ocean occupies about 80% surface of the Earth.
Answer: FALSE
The text says approximately 70%, not 80%.
ii) The deep sea starts at about 200 meters below the ocean surface.
Answer: TRUE
iii) There is no life in the deep sea because it is too dark and cold.
Answer: FALSE
The text says it is “teeming with life” despite harsh conditions.
iv) The anglerfish uses light to attract its prey.
Answer: TRUE
It uses a bioluminescent lure.
v) The deep sea has no valuable resources for humans.
Answer: FALSE
It is a source of minerals and potential new medicines.
C. Answer the following questions. [5 × 1 = 5]
i) What is the maximum depth the deep sea can reach?
Answer:
The deep sea can reach a depth of up to 11,000 meters in some places.
ii) How has the giant squid adapted to see in the dim light of the ocean?
Answer:
The giant squid has adapted by having large eyes that help it see in the dim light.
iii) What role does the deep-sea play in helping to mitigate climate change?
Answer:
It acts as a carbon sink by absorbing large amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
iv) List the valuable resources that are found in the deep sea.
Answer:
Valuable resources found in the deep sea include minerals and potential new medicines.
v) Which human activities are currently challenging the health of the ecosystem?
Answer:
Deep-sea mining, pollution, and overfishing are the major human activities challenging the ecosystem.
5. Guided Writing [5]
Write a set of rules and regulations to be followed in a library. Write in about 100 words using the given clues.
Clues: membership must to borrow book — no noise — two books at a time — return within 15 days — fine for delay and damage, etc.
Model Answer:
Rules and Regulations of the School Library
1. Membership: All students must possess a valid library membership card to enter and borrow books.
2. Silence: Absolute silence must be maintained in the library hall. Noisy behavior is strictly prohibited.
3. Borrowing Limit: Students are allowed to borrow a maximum of two books at a time.
4. Return Policy: Books must be returned within 15 days of the issue date.
5. Fines: A late fee of Rs. 10 per day will be charged for delayed returns.
6. Damage/Loss: Borrowers will be fined or asked to replace the book in case of any damage or loss of library property.
7. Personal Belongings: Bags and personal books are not allowed inside the reading area.
8. General Conduct: Eating, drinking, and mobile phone use are prohibited in the library.
(Word Count: 120 words)
Key Points Covered:
- Membership requirement
- Silence maintenance
- Borrowing limit (2 books)
- Return timeframe (15 days)
- Fine system for delays
- Damage/loss policy
- Additional rules for better answer
6. Formal Message [5]
Imagine that one of the students of your school has won a gold medal in the International Swimming Championship, 2025. Now, write a formal message of congratulations on behalf of your school in about 100 words based on the given clues.
Clues: Srijana Rai — national record holder — hardworking — well-deserved achievement — expect similar achievement in the days to come — proud of him — keep up the spirits
Model Answer:
Congratulations!
We are immensely proud to announce that Mr. Srijana Rai, a brilliant student of our school, has won a Gold Medal in the International Swimming Championship, 2025.
Srijana is a hardworking and dedicated individual who has already established himself as a national record holder. This well-deserved achievement is a testament to his relentless effort and passion for the sport. We are incredibly proud of him and confident that he will achieve similar heights in the days to come.
We wish him the very best for his future endeavors. Keep up the spirits, Srijana!
[Principal’s Signature]
Principal
XYZ Secondary School
(Word Count: 110 words)
Format Elements Included:
- Formal heading/title
- Clear announcement of achievement
- Mention of student’s name and achievement
- Recognition of hard work and dedication
- Mention of national record holder status
- Expression of pride and confidence
- Future expectations
- Formal closing with signature
7. Dialogue [6]
Write a dialogue between a teacher and a student who are discussing the importance of sports for school children. Write at least six exchanges in about 150 words.
Model Answer:
Importance of Sports
Student: Good morning, Sir. May I come in?
Teacher: Good morning, Ramesh. Yes, come in. You look a bit tired. Is everything okay?
Student: I am fine, Sir. I was just practicing for the upcoming football tournament. Sometimes I feel like quitting sports to focus entirely on my studies.
Teacher: That wouldn’t be a wise decision, Ramesh. Sports are just as important as studies. Do you know why?
Student: Not really, Sir. I always thought they were just for fun and physical fitness.
Teacher: They are, but they also teach discipline, teamwork, and leadership. A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. If you are physically active, your concentration in studies will improve too.
Student: I hadn’t thought about it that way. But won’t it waste my study time?
Teacher: It’s all about time management. If you balance both, sports will actually refresh your mind and make you more alert.
Student: Thank you, Sir. I understand now. I will continue playing and manage my schedule better.
Teacher: That’s the spirit! Good luck with the tournament.
(Word Count: 160 words, 10 exchanges)
Dialogue Features:
- Proper format with speaker names
- Natural conversational flow
- More than 6 exchanges (10 exchanges)
- Covers multiple benefits of sports
- Addresses common student concerns
- Provides practical solution (time management)
- Ends with positive reinforcement
8. Essay [8]
Environmental pollution has become a serious problem in many cities across Nepal, leading to numerous respiratory issues, skin diseases, and deaths. Write an essay in about 200 words highlighting the major threats, and possible solutions.
Model Answer:
Environmental Pollution: A Growing Threat
Environmental pollution has emerged as one of the most critical issues facing modern society, particularly in rapidly growing cities across Nepal. It refers to the contamination of the natural environment—air, water, and soil—with harmful substances that cause adverse changes.
The major threats posed by pollution are alarming. Air pollution, caused by vehicle emissions, industrial smoke, and construction dust, has led to a sharp rise in respiratory issues like asthma and bronchitis. In cities like Kathmandu, the air quality index often reaches hazardous levels. Similarly, water pollution due to the dumping of industrial waste and sewage into rivers has resulted in waterborne diseases. The accumulation of solid waste and plastic litter further degrades the soil and spreads infections. Tragically, these conditions contribute to numerous premature deaths and chronic skin diseases every year.
To combat this crisis, immediate solutions are necessary. The government must enforce stricter emission standards for vehicles and industries. Promoting public transportation and electric vehicles can significantly reduce air pollution. Furthermore, effective waste management systems, including recycling and proper disposal, must be implemented. Public awareness campaigns regarding the reduction of plastic use and the importance of planting trees are equally vital. Citizens should participate in cleanliness drives and adopt eco-friendly practices in daily life.
In conclusion, pollution is a serious threat to human survival that requires urgent attention. Collective efforts from the government, private sector, and the public are required to create a cleaner, healthier environment for present and future generations. A sustainable approach to development is the only way forward.
(Word Count: 220 words)
Essay Structure:
- Introduction: Defines pollution and its seriousness in Nepal
- Body Paragraph 1: Major threats (air, water, soil pollution and health impacts)
- Body Paragraph 2: Possible solutions (government action, public awareness, individual responsibility)
- Conclusion: Summary and call for collective action
- Additional: Specific examples (Kathmandu), statistics mentioned, practical solutions
9. Reproduce the following sentences as indicated in brackets. [6 × 1 = 6]
a) You’d better go, ………………..? (Add a correct question tag.)
Answer:
You’d better go, hadn’t you?
Explanation: “You’d” is contraction of “You had”. For “had better”, question tag is “hadn’t”.
b) Ananta always submitted his work on time. (Change into a negative sentence.)
Answer:
Ananta never submitted his work on time.
Alternative: Ananta did not always submit his work on time.
c) At this time yesterday, I ……………….. (watch) TV. (Supply the correct tense of the verb ‘watch’.)
Answer:
At this time yesterday, I was watching TV.
Explanation: Past continuous tense for action happening at specific time in past.
d) Uddhab says, “I am honest and trustworthy.” (Change into indirect speech.)
Answer:
Uddhab says that he is honest and trustworthy.
Note: Tense doesn’t change because reporting verb ‘says’ is in present tense.
e) Has John prepared the dish? (Change into passive voice.)
Answer:
Has the dish been prepared by John?
Structure: Has + object + been + past participle + by + subject
f) Devyansh has bought several books. (Change into interrogative sentence.)
Answer:
Has Devyansh bought several books?
Rule: For present perfect, put “has/have” before subject.
10. Choose and copy the best answers to complete the following text. [10 × 0.5 = 5]
An old library, which had been destroyed by ………(a)……… (a, an, the, no article) massive fire last year, ………(b)……… (has now been rebuilding / has now been rebuilt / has built / has been building) by the community volunteers, and if they ………(c)……… (do not act / did not act / had not acted / would not have acted) quickly, the entire historical site would have been lost forever. The architect explained that he made the workers ………(d)……… (install / to install / installed / installing) new safety features to prevent such incidents, and he asked, “……..(e)….?” (If the building is secure now / Is the building secure now / Was the building secure now / that the building was secure then) to which they replied that it was. But the volunteers, who are dedicated ………(f)…… (to / in / for / with) preserving heritage, ………(g)…… (had not completed / haven’t completed / hasn’t completed / was not complete) the project yet. In the past, similar structures were often neglected, yet today, people are more aware of their importance. Today, everyone ………(h)…….. (agree, agrees, have agreed / were agreed) that the reconstruction reflects the community’s unity. Radha Joseph, ………(i)………. $(who / whom / whose / that)$ is a permanent employee of the library, said, “The new library will attract more visitors, ………(j)……… (does it / will it / won’t it / wouldn’t it)?” Overall, this rebuilding effort restores a landmark and strengthens communal bonds, proving that collective action can overcome adversity.
Answers with Explanations:
(a) a
‘Massive’ starts with consonant sound /m/, so ‘a’ not ‘an’.
(b) has now been rebuilt
Passive voice (library was rebuilt by volunteers), present perfect passive.
(c) had not acted
Third conditional structure: if + past perfect, would have + past participle.
(d) install
Make + object + base verb (without ‘to’): make someone do something.
(e) Is the building secure now
Direct question format inside quotation marks.
(f) to
Dedicated + to + gerund/noun (fixed preposition).
(g) haven’t completed
Present perfect with plural subject ‘volunteers’.
(h) agrees
‘Everyone’ is singular, takes singular verb ‘agrees’.
(i) who
Subject pronoun for Radha Joseph (who is employee).
(j) won’t it
Question tag: positive statement → negative tag. ‘Will’ → ‘won’t’.
Completed Text with Answers:
An old library, which had been destroyed by a massive fire last year, has now been rebuilt by the community volunteers, and if they had not acted quickly, the entire historical site would have been lost forever. The architect explained that he made the workers install new safety features to prevent such incidents, and he asked, “Is the building secure now?” to which they replied that it was. But the volunteers, who are dedicated to preserving heritage, haven’t completed the project yet. In the past, similar structures were often neglected, yet today, people are more aware of their importance. Today, everyone agrees that the reconstruction reflects the community’s unity. Radha Joseph, who is a permanent employee of the library, said, “The new library will attract more visitors, won’t it?” Overall, this rebuilding effort restores a landmark and strengthens communal bonds, proving that collective action can overcome adversity.