CBSE Class 10 Science Board Question Paper 2020 Set 1
This is the CBSE Class 10 Science Board Question Paper from the 2020 Main Exams, Set 1. The paper is divided into three sections (A, B, and C) and contains a total of 30 questions. Section A comprises 14 questions of one mark each, including MCQs, Very Short Answer, and Assertion-Reason types. Section B includes 10 short answer questions, each carrying 3 marks. Section C consists of 6 long answer questions, each worth 5 marks. The total marks for the paper are 80, and students are given 3 hours to complete it. Internal choices are provided in some questions within each section. Solving this previous year question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the board exams.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 10 |
| Subject | Science |
| Session | 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper comprises 30 questions divided into three sections: A (14 one-mark questions), B (10 three-mark questions), and C (6 five-mark questions), with a total of 80 marks and a duration of 3 hours.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- MCQ
- Very Short Answer
- Assertion-Reason
- Short Answer
- Long Answer
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Question paper text
CBSE Board Paper Solution-2020
Class : X Subject : Science Set : 1 Code No : 31/4/1 Time Allowed : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 80
General Instructions:
Read the following instructions very carefully and strictly follow them:
- This question paper comprises three sections–A, B, and C. There are 30 questions in the question paper. All questions are compulsory.
- Section A: Question no. 1 to 14 all questions or part thereof are of one mark each. These questions comprise Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Very Short Answer (VSA) and Assertion-Reason type questions. Answer to these questions should be given in one word or one sentence.
- Section B: Question no. 15 to 24 are short answer type questions, carrying 3 marks each. Answer to these questions should not exceed 50 to 60 words.
- Section C: Question no. 25 to 30 are long answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each. Answer to these questions should not exceed 80 to 90 words.
- Answers should be brief and to the point. Also the above mentioned word limit be adhered to as far as possible.
- There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been provided in some questions in each section. Only one of the choices in such questions have to be attempted.
- In addition to this, separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever necessary.
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 10 Science Previous Year Board Question Paper from the 2020 Main Exams, Set 1.
What is the total marks and time duration for this paper?
The paper has a maximum of 80 marks and a time duration of 3 hours.
How is the question paper structured?
It is divided into three sections: Section A (14 one-mark questions), Section B (10 three-mark questions), and Section C (6 five-mark questions).
Are there any choices available in the questions?
Yes, internal choices have been provided in some questions in each section, and only one of the choices needs to be attempted.
How does solving this previous year paper help students?
Solving this previous year question paper helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, improving their preparation and confidence for the board exams.
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