Class 10 English Gandaki Province 2081
Complete Solution with Answer Key | SEE 2081 (2025)
Welcome to the complete solution for Class 10 Compulsory English Gandaki Province 2081 (SEE 2025). This guide provides detailed answers for all sections including poem comprehension, reading passages, grammar exercises, and writing tasks to help you prepare for the SEE examination.
Table of Contents: Class 10 English Gandaki Province 2081
- Section 1: Poem – Climbing by Amy Lowell
- Section 2: Reading – Pratap Malla
- Section 3: Reading – Child Fund Japan Notice / Advertisement
- Section 4: Reading – Nobel Prize
- Section 5: Notice Writing – Parents Day
- Section 6: Story Writing – Four Cows and the Lion
- Section 7: Dialogue Writing – School Picnic Planning
- Section 8: Personal Letter – Improving English Skills
- Section 9: Grammar
- Section 10: Cloze Test – Chitwan National Park
1. Read the poem and write ‘TRUE’ for true and ‘FALSE’ for false statements. [5×1=5]
Climbing
by Amy Lowell
High up in the apple tree climbing I go,
With the sky above me, the earth below.
Each branch is the step of a wonderful stair
Which leads to the town I see shining up there.
Climbing, climbing, higher and higher,
The branches blow and I see a spire,
The gleam of a turret, the glint of a dome,
All sparkling and bright, like white sea foam.
On and on, from bough to bough,
The leaves are thick, but I push my way through;
Before, I have always had to stop,
But to-day I am sure I shall reach the top.
Today to the end of the marvelous stair,
Where those glittering pinnacles flash in the air!
Climbing, climbing, higher I go,
With the sky close above me, the earth far below.
— Amy Lowell
(i) The speaker uses a stair to climb the apple tree.
Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The speaker does not use an actual stair. Instead, the branches of the apple tree are metaphorically compared to steps of a stair: “Each branch is the step of a wonderful stair.” The speaker climbs the tree using its branches, not a literal staircase.
(ii) From the tree, the shining city can be seen.
Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The speaker sees “the town I see shining up there” — a glittering, bright town or city is visible from high up in the apple tree.
(iii) The gleam of the turret is compared with the sea foam.
Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The poem says: “The gleam of a turret, the glint of a dome, / All sparkling and bright, like white sea foam.” The turret, dome, and all things seen from the tree are compared to sparkling white sea foam.
(iv) The speaker is not sure that she can reach the top of the tree.
Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The speaker clearly expresses confidence: “But to-day I am sure I shall reach the top.” Unlike previous attempts, this time the speaker is fully determined and certain about reaching the top.
(v) The poem tells us to be determined to achieve our goal.
Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The poem is a metaphor for persistence and determination. Despite having “always had to stop” before, the speaker keeps climbing higher with renewed confidence — conveying the message that we must never give up and remain determined to achieve our goals.
2. Read the text and do the tasks that follow. [10]
Pratap Malla
Pratap Malla was one of the most famous kings of Malla Dynasty. He constructed some magnificent and beautiful architectural structure around Kathmandu. The way he came to the throne is very interesting and controversial at the same time. He had the experience of administration even when his father was alive. When his father Laxmi Nara Singh’s madness grew worse, he imprisoned his father and he himself ruled as a regent of his father in Kantipur.
He was an able administrator. Kantipur was highly developed during his reign. Trade with Lhasa (Tibet) was also going on well. By his tact he was making the kings of Lalitpur and Bhaktapur play against each other. Sometimes he sided with Bhaktapur and posed a threat to Lalitpur. On other occasions, he aligned with Lalitpur and fell upon Bhaktapur.
Pratap Malla was a religious-minded person. He built a beautiful temple at Guhyeshwari and fenced it. He renovated the temple of Pashupatinath and raised a pinnacle over it. At Swayambhu he built Pratappur, Kabeendrapur and many other temples and also set up a copper gilt ‘Bajra’. He also renovated the temples and Basuki Bhimsen, Taleju and Degutale. With a view to warding off evils, he erected an image of Hanuman, the monkey god, by the side of his palace gate and called the palace Hanumandhoka. He erected the golden gate of the palace, set up an image of Nri Simha, Kal Bhairab and Vishwaroop at Layaku Bahi. Inside the palace, he also set up Sundari Chowk and Mohan Chowk. A pond was dug at Bhandarkhal and filled with water brought from Budhanilkantha. He installed an image of Narayan lying in the pond, an exact replica from Budhanilkantha Temple.
A. Fill in the gaps with the correct information from the text. [5×1=5]
(i) Pratap Malla constructed beautiful …….. in the Kathmandu Valley.
Answer: architectural structures
The text states: “He constructed some magnificent and beautiful architectural structure around Kathmandu.”
(ii) Pratap Malla declared himself a regent of his father after he …….. his father.
Answer: imprisoned
“He imprisoned his father and he himself ruled as a regent of his father in Kantipur.”
(iii) During Pratap Malla’s reign, …….. was a highly developed state.
Answer: Kantipur
“Kantipur was highly developed during his reign.”
(iv) On the top of Pashupatinath Temple Pratap Malla raised a/an ……..
Answer: pinnacle
“He renovated the temple of Pashupatinath and raised a pinnacle over it.”
(v) The image of Hanuman at the side of the …….. was erected to ward off evils.
Answer: palace gate
“With a view to warding off evils, he erected an image of Hanuman… by the side of his palace gate.”
B. Answer the following questions. [5×1=5]
(i) Why did Pratap Malla imprison his father?
Answer:
Pratap Malla imprisoned his father because his father’s madness grew worse and he was unable to rule effectively.
(ii) How can you say that Pratap Malla was a clever ruler?
Answer:
We can say Pratap Malla was a clever ruler because he tactfully made the kings of Lalitpur and Bhaktapur play against each other — sometimes siding with Bhaktapur against Lalitpur and sometimes doing the opposite to keep them divided.
(iii) Why did Pratap Malla renovate mostly the religious sites?
Answer:
Pratap Malla renovated mostly the religious sites because he was a deeply religious-minded person who had great devotion toward religion and religious structures.
(iv) What did Pratap Malla build at Bhandarkhal?
Answer:
At Bhandarkhal, Pratap Malla had a pond dug, filled it with water brought from Budhanilkantha, and installed an image of Narayan lying in it — an exact replica of the Budhanilkantha Temple image.
(v) Do you think people were happy with Pratap Malla’s reign? Give a reason.
Answer:
Yes, I think people were generally happy with Pratap Malla’s reign because Kantipur was highly developed, trade with Lhasa (Tibet) was going well, and he constructed many magnificent temples and architectural structures which enriched the cultural and religious life of the people.
3. Read the text and do the tasks that follow. [10]
Call for Expression of Interest for Video Production
Child Fund Japan – Nepal Office, Lalitpur, Nepal
Notice Publication date: 03 January, 2025
Child Fund Japan Nepal Office (CFJNO) is a child-focused international development organization committed to promoting the rights of children through international development cooperation in the spirit of harmonious coexistence.
Child Fund Japan Nepal Office is seeking interested and eligible External Individual Consultants or Consulting Firms in Nepal to provide video production services:
- to document the transformative impact and capture the achievement and milestones of the sponsorship programme, showcasing their role in driving sustainable educational development in Dhading and Sindhupalchowk districts and,
- documenting the impact of migration on children, schools and community in Baglung district.
The proposals for both assignments must be written in English and submitted through a single application. Interested Nepali firms/organizations or individuals can submit their Expression of Interest (EOI). Please submit your EOI and the required documents electronically to info@childfund.org.np. The proposal received after the deadline will not be considered for evaluation.
Deadline for submission: 12 January, 2025 before 17:00 hours Nepal Time
All rights are reserved with CFJNO either to approve or disapprove any proposal without giving reasons whatsoever. If needed, the applicants will be asked for modifications and presentations of the application/proposal before approval.
A. Fill in the blanks with the correct information from the text and complete the sentences. [5×1=5]
(i) The advertisement was published on ……..
Answer: 03 January, 2025
“Notice Publication date: 03 January, 2025”
(ii) Child Fund Japan-Nepal promotes ……..
Answer: the rights of children
“…committed to promoting the rights of children through international development cooperation…”
(iii) EOI stands for ……..
Answer: Expression of Interest
The text clearly expands EOI as “Expression of Interest (EOI).”
(iv) Interested firms and individuals can submit their proposal to ……..
Answer: info@childfund.org.np
“Please submit your EOI and the required documents electronically to info@childfund.org.np.”
(v) The applicants may be called for the …….. of their proposal if necessary.
Answer: modifications and presentations
“…the applicants will be asked for modifications and presentations of the application/proposal before approval.”
B. Answer the following questions. [5×1=5]
(i) Where is the advertiser’s office located?
Answer:
The advertiser’s office is located in Lalitpur, Nepal.
(ii) What does CFJNO stand for?
Answer:
CFJNO stands for Child Fund Japan Nepal Office.
(iii) What will the video production service document in Baglung?
Answer:
The video production service will document the impact of migration on children, schools, and the community in Baglung district.
(iv) What is the last date to submit the proposal?
Answer:
The last date to submit the proposal is 12 January, 2025 before 17:00 hours Nepal Time.
(v) Who has the right for approval of the proposal?
Answer:
Child Fund Japan Nepal Office (CFJNO) has the right to approve or disapprove any proposal without giving reasons.
4. Read the following text and do the tasks that follow. [15]
Nobel Prize
Nobel Prize is any of the prizes (five in number until 1969, when a sixth was added) awarded annually from a fund bequeathed for that purpose by the Swedish inventor and industrialist Alfred Nobel. The Nobel Prizes are widely regarded as the world’s most prestigious awards for intellectual achievement.
In his will drafted in 1895, Nobel instructed that most of his fortune be set aside as a fund for the awarding of five annual prizes “to those who, during the preceding year, shall have conferred the greatest benefit on mankind.” These prizes as established by his will are the Nobel Prize for Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Peace respectively.
The first distribution of the prizes took place on December 10, 1901, the fifth anniversary of Nobel’s death. An additional award, in Economic Sciences in memory of Alfred Nobel, was established in 1968 by the Bank of Sweden and was first awarded in 1969. Although not technically a Nobel Prize, it is identified with the award; its winners are announced with the Nobel Prize recipients and the Prize in Economic Sciences is presented at the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony.
After Nobel’s death, the Nobel Foundation was set up to carry out the provisions of his will and to administer his funds. In his will, he had stipulated that four different institutions – three Swedish and one Norwegian – should award the prizes. From Stockholm, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences confers the prizes for Physics, Chemistry and Economic Sciences, the Karolinska Institute confers the prize for Physiology or Medicine, and the Swedish Academy confers the prize for Literature.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee based on Oslo, Norway confers the prize for peace. The Nobel Foundation is the legal owner and functional administrator of the funds and serves as the joint administrative body of the prize awarding institutions, but it is not concerned with prize deliberations or decisions.
A. Fill in the gaps with the correct words underlined in the text. (Two words are not necessary.) [5×1=5]
(i) An honorary degree was …….. to her for her outstanding humanitarian act.
Answer: conferred
From the text: “…the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences confers the prizes…” → past tense = conferred. “Conferred” means officially granted or awarded.
(ii) Rajesh’s father …….. him not only a fortune but also a legacy of integrity and hard work.
Answer: bequeathed
From the text: “…a fund bequeathed for that purpose by…Alfred Nobel.” “Bequeathed” means left something to someone through a will or as a legacy.
(iii) The councils …….. focused on how to address the city’s growing traffic issues.
Answer: deliberations
From the text: “…it is not concerned with prize deliberations or decisions.” “Deliberations” means careful discussions or considerations.
(iv) To ensure quality education to all the school …….. has been working tirelessly for the last few years.
Answer: foundation
From the text: “…the Nobel Foundation was set up to carry out the provisions…” “Foundation” refers to an organization established for a particular purpose.
(v) The teacher reminded all the students of the …….. chapters before starting a new one.
Answer: preceding
From the text: “…during the preceding year, shall have conferred the greatest benefit on mankind.” “Preceding” means coming before in time or order.
B. Put the following sentences in the correct order as they appear in the text. [5×1=5]
Original sentences to order:
(i) Nobel Prize for Peace is granted in Norway.
(ii) The Nobel Prizes firstly distributed at the beginning of the 20th century.
(iii) Nobel Prizes are awarded every year to those who have contributed for mankind.
(iv) The Nobel foundation manages the provisions related to the prizes.
(v) Bank of Sweden established the prize for Economic Sciences.
Correct Order:
- (iii) Nobel Prizes are awarded every year to those who have contributed for mankind. (Para 2 – Nobel’s will)
- (ii) The Nobel Prizes firstly distributed at the beginning of the 20th century. (Para 3 – December 10, 1901)
- (v) Bank of Sweden established the prize for Economic Sciences. (Para 3 – established in 1968)
- (iv) The Nobel foundation manages the provisions related to the prizes. (Para 4 – Nobel Foundation)
- (i) Nobel Prize for Peace is granted in Norway. (Para 5 – Norwegian Nobel Committee)
C. Answer the following questions. [5×1=5]
(i) Who was Alfred Nobel?
Answer:
Alfred Nobel was a Swedish inventor and industrialist who established the Nobel Prizes by bequeathing most of his fortune as a fund for that purpose.
(ii) What prizes were established based on Nobel’s will, drafted in 1895?
Answer:
The prizes established based on Nobel’s will are the Nobel Prize for Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Peace.
(iii) Which is the youngest among Nobel Prizes?
Answer:
The Nobel Prize for Economic Sciences is the youngest among the Nobel Prizes. It was established by the Bank of Sweden in 1968 and first awarded in 1969.
(iv) As per Nobel’s will, how many institutions should award the prizes?
Answer:
As per Nobel’s will, four institutions (three Swedish and one Norwegian) should award the prizes.
(v) Which organization distributes the Nobel Prize for literature?
Answer:
The Swedish Academy distributes the Nobel Prize for Literature.
5. Your school is going to organize Parents Day on July 10. Write a notice in about 100 words on behalf of your Head teacher using the given clues. [5]
Clues: Parents Day … at school premises … all staff and students … awards and prizes for winners of sports and other activities … chief guest – ward chairperson.
Adarsha Secondary School
NOTICE
Date: July 1, 2025
Subject: Celebration of Parents’ Day
This is to notify all the staff, students, and parents that our school is going to organize the annual Parents Day on July 10, 2025. The grand celebration will take place at the school premises starting exactly at 10:00 AM.
During the programme, awards and prizes will be distributed to the winners of various sports competitions and other extracurricular activities held throughout the academic year. We are highly honoured to announce that the respected Ward Chairperson will grace the occasion as our Chief Guest.
All students and staff members are requested to be present on time and make this event a grand success.
Head Teacher
Adarsha Secondary School
6. Develop a readable story in about 100 words with the help of the given clues. Also supply a suitable title and a moral. [5]
Clues: four cows in a jungle … close to each other … do everything together … no predators can attack … a lion … not possible to kill … thinks of a new idea … spreads rumours with the help of other animals … able to create a rivalry among them … go in different directions … attacks one after another.
The Four Cows and the Lion
Once upon a time, four cows lived in a dense jungle. They were very close to each other and did everything together. They grazed together, drank water together, and rested together. Because of their strong unity, no predators could dare to attack them.
A hungry lion had been watching them for days. He wanted to eat them but knew it was not possible to kill them while they were united. The clever lion thought of a new idea. He secretly spread false rumours among the cows with the help of other small animals. Soon, the lion was able to create a bitter rivalry among them.
Due to their misunderstanding, the cows fought and decided to go in different directions to graze alone. This was exactly what the lion had planned. Taking advantage of their separation, the lion attacked the lonely cows one after another and easily killed them all.
Moral: Unity is strength. Divided we fall.
7. Salina and Rabi are two students of Adarsha Secondary School. They are planning for a school picnic. Write a conversation between them in not less than six exchanges in about 150 words. [6]
Dialogue: Between Salina and Rabi — Planning a School Picnic
Hi Rabi! Have you heard that our school is finally organizing the annual picnic next week?
Hello Salina! Yes, I just saw the notice on the board. I am so excited about it. Where do you think we should suggest going this time?
I think we should suggest the Botanical Garden in Godawari. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and spacious enough for all the students to play games.
Godawari is a great choice, but we went there two years ago. How about Kakani? The weather is amazing there, and we can get a spectacular view of the mountains.
That’s actually a wonderful idea! Kakani would be a refreshing change. We can even organize a short hike around the hills before having lunch.
Exactly! We can ask our class teacher to propose Kakani to the picnic committee. We should also list some fun games like musical chairs and tug-of-war.
Definitely. Let’s gather a few more friends from our class during the break and discuss the food menu and activities so we can present a solid plan.
Sounds like a perfect plan, Salina. Let’s meet at the cafeteria during the lunch break and finalize everything!
8. You are studying English abroad. Your sister in Nepal has asked you how she can improve her English. Write a letter to her in about 200 words suggesting the effective ways for learning English. [8]
15 Oxford Street,
London, UK
February 28, 2026
Dear Sister,
I was so glad to receive your letter yesterday. I am doing very well here and adjusting to my new university life. I was thrilled to read that you are showing a keen interest in improving your English proficiency back home in Nepal. I would be more than happy to share some effective ways that have personally helped me.
First and foremost, try to immerse yourself in the language. Start reading English newspapers, storybooks, or even online articles that interest you. It will naturally improve your vocabulary and sentence structure. Secondly, make a habit of watching English movies or documentaries, preferably with subtitles. This will help you understand the native pronunciation and daily conversational phrases.
Moreover, practice speaking without the fear of making mistakes. You can practice in front of a mirror or converse with your friends in English. Listening to English podcasts or English music during your free time is also a fantastic way to train your ears. Lastly, try keeping a daily journal where you write a few paragraphs about your day in English. Consistency is the key to learning any new language.
I am sure that with dedication, your English will improve drastically. Keep practicing, and let me know about your progress! Convey my warm regards to Mom and Dad.
With lots of love,
[Your Name]
9. Reproduce the following sentences as indicated in the brackets. [6×1=6]
(i) Everything is all right, …….. ? (Add a correct question tag.)
Answer:
Everything is all right, isn’t it?
Rule: Positive sentence → Negative question tag. “Everything” takes the pronoun “it” and auxiliary “is” → “isn’t it?”
(ii) Chadani likes ice cream. (Change into negative.)
Answer:
Chadani does not like ice cream.
Rule: Present simple negative → add “does not”; the main verb “likes” returns to base form “like”.
(iii) The competitors painted the picture beautifully. (Change into ‘How’ question.)
Answer:
How did the competitors paint the picture?
Rule: “Beautifully” is replaced by “How”; auxiliary “did” is fronted; main verb returns to base form “paint”.
(iv) The municipality …….. (repair) road by the end of this month. (Use the correct form of the verb ‘repair’ in the brackets to complete the sentence.)
Answer:
The municipality will have repaired the road by the end of this month.
Rule: “By the end of this month” indicates a future deadline → Future Perfect Tense (will have + past participle).
(v) Sunaina said, “I’m knitting a sweater now.” (Change into indirect speech.)
Answer:
Sunaina said that she was knitting a sweater then.
Rule: Present Continuous “I’m knitting” → Past Continuous “she was knitting”; “now” → “then”; “I” → “she”.
(vi) Kumari threw the garbage into the container. (Change into passive voice.)
Answer:
The garbage was thrown into the container by Kumari.
Rule: Object “the garbage” becomes the subject; “threw” → “was thrown” (Past Simple Passive); agent “by Kumari” is placed at the end.
10. Choose and copy the correct alternatives from the brackets to complete the given text. (Rewriting the text is not compulsory.) [10×0.5=5]
Chitwan National Park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal known for its rich biodiversity. It is (a)…..(a/an/the/no article) UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Park (b)……(is established/established/has been established/was established) in 1973. It is a home to rare species of animals and birds, (c)……(isn’t it/aren’t they/hasn’t it/haven’t they)? Visitors are often amazed by the sight of one horned rhinos bathing (d)……(at/by/on/in) the Narayani River. The guides (e)……(whom/which/who/whose) are highly trained provide detailed information to the visitors. Visitors who want to have the full experience (f)……(should/could/would/might) book a jungle safari in advance. If the park (g)……(is not protected/was not protected/had not been protected/will not be protected), these species might face extinction. The park authorities make the visitors (h)……(following/follow/to follow/followed) strict rules to ensure the park’s safety. Tourists often ask, “(i)……(Why is the Park famous/Why the park is famous/Why was the Park famous/Why the Park had been famous)?” The guides explain that it is famous for its natural beauty and wildlife. Visitors enjoy activities such as jungle safaris and canoe rides. (j)……(However/Therefore/Because/Although), they return with unforgettable memories.
Answers:
(a) a — “UNESCO” begins with a consonant sound /j/, so use “a”
(b) was established — specific past year (1973) → Simple Past Passive
(c) isn’t it — subject is “it” (the park), positive → negative tag
(d) in — bathing in a river (preposition of location)
(e) who — subject relative pronoun for people
(f) should — advice / recommendation
(g) was not protected — second conditional: “If + past simple, … might…”
(h) follow — “make + object + bare infinitive”
(i) Why is the Park famous — direct question inside quotation marks → interrogative word order
(j) Therefore — result/consequence connector (they enjoy activities, therefore return with memories)
Completed Text with Answers:
Chitwan National Park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal known for its rich biodiversity. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Park was established in 1973. It is a home to rare species of animals and birds, isn’t it? Visitors are often amazed by the sight of one horned rhinos bathing in the Narayani River. The guides who are highly trained provide detailed information to the visitors. Visitors who want to have the full experience should book a jungle safari in advance. If the park was not protected, these species might face extinction. The park authorities make the visitors follow strict rules to ensure the park’s safety. Tourists often ask, “Why is the Park famous?” The guides explain that it is famous for its natural beauty and wildlife. Visitors enjoy activities such as jungle safaris and canoe rides. Therefore, they return with unforgettable memories.