CBSE Class 10 Sample Paper for 2024 Boards - English

[Reading] Question 1 (i) Important

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[Grammar - Error and Correction] Question 3 (ii)

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[Letter Writing] Question 4 (A)

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[Literature - Extract Type Question] Question 6 (A) - i

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[Literature - Extract Type Question] Question 7 (B) - i

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[Literature] Question 8 (i)

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[Literature] Question 9 (i) Important

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[Literature] Question 10 (A) Important

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[Literature] Question 11 (A) Important

Question 11 (B) Important

How does Leslie Norris use vivid imagery and metaphorical language in A Tiger in the Zoo,

to effectively depict the confinement and oppression, experienced by the captive tiger.

Answer:

Leslie Norris uses imagery and metaphor in "A Tiger in the Zoo" to show the tiger's confinement and oppression.

  • He describes the tiger's cage, its longing for its natural habitat, and its frustration and powerlessness .
  • He contrasts the tiger's appearance and strength with its dull and oppressive surroundings.

Step-by-Step explanation by Teachoo:

  •    The introductory sentence is "Leslie Norris uses imagery and metaphor in "A Tiger in the Zoo" to show the tiger's confinement and oppression." 
  •    The body sentence is "He describes the tiger's cage, its longing for its natural habitat, and its frustration and powerlessness."  and "He contrasts the tiger's appearance and strength with its dull and oppressive surroundings." 
  • The answer uses transition words to connect the sentences and make them flow smoothly. 💯
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