4 Mark Questions for Class 11 English. Try first, then reveal the answer. These are exam-oriented practice items, not copied board papers.
Practice questions aligned to NCERT topics used in CBSE classrooms. These are original exam-oriented questions for revision — not official CBSE board papers and not a guarantee of any exam question. Always match the textbook issued by your school and the latest PDFs on ncert.nic.in and cbseacademic.nic.in.
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Practice set
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Portrait of a Lady · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from The Portrait of a Lady in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Portrait of a Lady · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Portrait of a Lady · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from The Portrait of a Lady. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Portrait of a Lady · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on The Portrait of a Lady. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
The Portrait of a Lady — Portrait of the grandmother. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Portrait of a Lady · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on The Portrait of a Lady. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
The Portrait of a Lady — Sparrows. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Portrait of a Lady · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together — Gordon Cook family. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together — Wave hits the Wavewalker. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: We’re Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues — CT scan of Tut. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues — Archaeology meets forensics. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role — Green movement. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role — Sustainable development. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement’s Role · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Adventure · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from The Adventure in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Adventure · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Adventure · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from The Adventure. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Adventure · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on The Adventure. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
The Adventure — Professor Gaitonde. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Adventure · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on The Adventure. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
The Adventure — Alternative history of the Battle of Panipat. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: The Adventure · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Silk Road · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from Silk Road in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Silk Road · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Silk Road · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from Silk Road. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Silk Road · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Silk Road. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Silk Road — Nick Middleton. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Silk Road · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Silk Road. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Silk Road — Tibet landscape. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: Silk Road · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q494 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Diagrams. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Diagrams — If the chapter has a diagram, practise labelling it — many school tests ask for labelled figures. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: A Photograph · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q504 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Revision. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Revision — Write three points from A Photograph in your own words; that is enough for a short-answer start. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: A Photograph · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q514 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on Accuracy. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Accuracy — Use the terms used in the NCERT book; do not replace them with unofficial names. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: A Photograph · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q524 Mark4 marksDifficult
Write a long answer on Practice. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
Practice — Mix MCQs with short answers so you remember both facts and explanations from A Photograph. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: A Photograph · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q534 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on A Photograph. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
A Photograph — Mother’s childhood photograph. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: A Photograph · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
Q544 Mark4 marksModerate
Write a long answer on A Photograph. Include definition, explanation and one application.
Answer
A Photograph — Loss. Explain the idea in order (definition → working → result). End with one application from daily life or a numerical/diagram if the chapter has one.
Explanation
Long answers are marked for structure. Use headings or numbered steps so the examiner can see each part.
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Class: Class 11 · Subject: English · Chapter: A Photograph · Original GKSchools practice (NCERT-aligned, not an official CBSE paper).
FAQs
Are these official CBSE board questions?
No. They are original practice questions aligned to NCERT topics used in CBSE classrooms. Official sample papers are published on cbseacademic.nic.in.
Will these questions appear in the board exam?
Nobody can promise a question. Use them for revision of frequently tested concepts and exam-style practice.
Is the chapter list the latest NCERT list?
Yes, the catalog follows current NCERT textbooks used in CBSE schools (including new middle-stage books such as Ganita Prakash and Curiosity). Always match the book issued by your school.
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