Score 90% In Class 10 English Exam With These Tips

Scoring good marks in the CBSE Class 10 board examination is considered quite important. After all,  your Class 10 score helps in determining whether or not you’ll get the subject of your choice in Class 11. As it happens, most students get so indulged in preparing for these exams that they end up neglecting language subjects like Hindi and English. 

English Course is a global language and also one of the most widely spoken ones out there. And so, all students need to learn and practice this language regularly and attain proficiency in it. Not to mention, ignoring this subject may also affect your Class 10 board examination overall scores. 

English is a highly scoring subject and can help students in achieving a good overall result in their board examination. As such, if you are preparing for your Class 10 board examinations, here is a foolproof guide that will help you score 90% and above in your English exams in a breeze! Read on to know more. 

• Read The Syllabus Thoroughly 

The CBSE recommends two English literature books for Class 10 students, “First Flight” and “Footprints Without Feet”. The contents of these books are as follows:

• The Contents of First Flight.

1. 1. Chapter 1 – A Letter to God
   2. Chapter 2 –Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom
   3. Chapter 3 –Two Stories about Flying
   4. Chapter 4 – From the Diary of Anne Frank
   5. Chapter 5 – The Hundred Dresses – I
   6. Chapter 6 – The Hundred Dresses – II
   7. Chapter 7 – Glimpses of India
   8. Chapter 8 – Mijbil the Otter
   9. Chapter 9 –Madam Rides the Bus
   10. Chapter 10 – The Sermon at Benares
   11. Chapter 11 – The Proposal

• The Contents of Footprints Without Feet.

1. 1. Chapter 1 –A Triumph of Surgery
   2. Chapter 2 –The Thief’s Story
   3. Chapter 3 –The Midnight Visitor
   4. Chapter 4 – A Question of Trust
   5. Chapter 5 – Footprints Without Feet
   6. Chapter 6 – The Making of a Scientist
   7. Chapter 7 –The Necklace
   8. Chapter 8 – The Hack Driver
   9. Chapter 9 –Bholi
   10. Chapter 10 –The Book That Saved the Earth

The curriculum outlined by the CBSE for English Grammar is given below:

1. Narration 
2. Tenses
3. Phrases 
4. Idioms
5. Determiners
6. Voice
7. Letter Writing
8. Essay Writing
9. Notice Writing
10. Creative Writing

• Be Thorough With The Exam Pattern

Class 10 English Board Examination is of 100 marks. The assessment is divided into parts: 

1. The theory paper of the CBSE Class 10 English Board Examination is of 80 marks. A student has to score 33% marks to pass this examination. The blueprint of this theory paper is as follows:
   1. Section A – This is the “Reading Section” of the paper. It consists of 2 questions of 10 marks each.
   2. Section B – This is the “Writing and Grammar Section”. The total marks assigned to this section are 30 marks. It contains 5 questions.
   3. Section C –This section is dedicated to Literature. This is a 30 marks section and consists of 4 questions.

1. The second part of the assessment is the internal assessment, which is assigned 20 marks. Its bifurcation is as follows:
   1. 10 marks for Periodic tests.
   2. 5 marks for notebook submission
   3. 5 marks for students’ activities, and participation. 

• Importance of the NCERT Book

Students should refer to the NCERT English book as it consists of thoroughly explained chapters. Additionally, the CBSE also suggests referring to this book for preparing for this exam. This book offers questions at the end of each chapter. That helps in comprehending the chapters easily.

• Learn, Write And Revise

After learning all the concepts and topics, students should practise writing answers, followed by revising all the concepts that they have learnt. By following these three principles, students can easily score well in their English exams.

• Practice Sample Papers And Previous Year’s Questions Papers

Sample papers and Previous Year Question Paper for CBSE Class 10 English are also considered as good course material as they give students a better understanding of the kind of questions that are asked in the exam. As it happens, most of the students are unable to score good marks in grammar and writing sections. As such, solving these papers can help you in enhancing your writing skills, and in getting a better understanding of the various grammar rules. Not to mention, they also help students in improving their writing speed so they can finish their exams in the allotted time. 

• Don’t Get Distracted

Students should strictly say “No” to all the social media platforms as they can easily distract them while studying. They should temporarily deactivate their accounts from Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc. so they can concentrate completely on their studies. They should utilise their “free time” to work on their weak points instead of wasting it on social media.

• Make a Schedule

Preparing a timetable can help students in managing their time effectively. It will help them in giving equal time to each chapter and completing their syllabus on time.  Students must also include playtime in their study plan to avoid continuous studying and to refresh themselves. Meditating and exercising daily should also be inculcated in the routine.

• Things to Do When Examination Day Comes

The night before the examination day is very important for all students. 

At this time, students should not panic and should avoid indulging in new topics. They should revise their notes, and go through bullet points. Also, they should avoid consuming junk food, and must drink lots of water. Getting proper sleep of 7 to 8 hours is also highly recommended, as it will help you in waking up fresh on the day of your exam.

• In the Examination Hall

Stay calm when the question papers are being distributed. Read the paper thoroughly and try to recall what you have studied. Attempt the questions in order and keep the answers to the given word limit. Additionally, make sure your answer sheet is absolutely neat and clear. Finally, try to finish your paper before the allotted time, and use the remaining time to revise your answers. 

All the best!