CBSE Class 10 Social Science Board Question Paper 2018 Set 3
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Board Previous Year Question Paper from the 2018 Compartment Exams, Set 3. The paper contains a total of 26 questions, all of which are compulsory. It is divided into sections with varying marks: questions 1-7 are Very Short Answer type (1 mark each), questions 8-18 are Short Answer type (3 marks each, max 80 words), and questions 19-25 are Long Answer type (5 marks each, max 100 words). Question 26 is a map-based question with two parts: 2 marks for History and 3 marks for Geography. While there are no overall choices, some questions offer internal choices. The paper is designed to be completed in 3 hours and carries a maximum of 80 marks. Solving this previous year's 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 | Social Science |
| Session | 2018 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper has 26 compulsory questions. It includes Very Short Answer (1 mark), Short Answer (3 marks, max 80 words), and Long Answer (5 marks, max 100 words) types, along with a map question (2+3 marks). The total marks are 80, and the exam duration is 3 hours.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- History
- Geography
- Very Short Answer Questions
- Short Answer Questions
- Long Answer Questions
- Map Question
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Question paper text
SET - 3
Series: TYM/C
कोड नं. Code No. 32/3
रोल नं.
Roll No.
परीक्षार्थी कोड को उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर
अवश्य लिखें । Candidates must write the Code on the
title page of the answer-book.
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में मुद्रित पृष्ठ 10 + 1 मानचित्र हैं।
प्रश्न-पत्र में दाहिने हाथ की ओर दिए गए कोड नम्बर को छात्र उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर लिखें ।
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में 26 प्रश्न हैं।
कृपया प्रश्न का उत्तर लिखना शुरू करने से पहले, प्रश्न का क्रमांक अवश्य लिखें।
इस प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ने के लिए 15 मिनट का समय दिया गया है । प्रश्न-पत्र का वितरण पूर्वाह्न में 10.15 बजे किया जाएगा । 10.15 बजे से 10.30 बजे तक छात्र केवल प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ेंगे और इस अवधि के दौरान वे उत्तर-पुस्तिका पर कोई उत्तर नहीं लिखेंगे।
Please check that this question paper contains 10 printed pages + 1 Map.
Code number given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
- Please check that this question paper contains 26 questions.
Please write down the Serial Number of the question before attempting it.
15 minute time has been allotted to read this question paper. The question paper will be distributed at 10.15 a.m. From 10.15 a.m. to 10.30 a.m., the students will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer-book during this period.
सामाजिक विज्ञान
SOCIAL SCIENCE
निर्धारित समय : 3 घण्टे
Time allowed : 3 hours
अधिकतम अंक : 80
Maximum Marks: 80 C/1 32/3 1
सामान्य निर्देश :
(i) इस प्रश्न-पत्र में कुल 26 प्रश्न हैं। सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य हैं।
- प्रत्येक प्रश्न के अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1 से 7 तक अति लघु – उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं। प्रत्येक प्रश्न 1 अंक का है।
- प्रश्न संख्या 8 से 18 तक प्रत्येक प्रश्न 3 अंक का है । इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 80 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 19 से 25 तक प्रत्येक प्रश्न 5 अंक का है । इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 100 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 26 मानचित्र से सम्बंधित है। इसके दो भाग हैं 26(A) और 26(B)। 26(A) 2 अंक का इतिहास से तथा 26(B) 3 अंक का भूगोल से है । मानचित्र का प्रश्न पूर्ण होने पर उसे अपनी उत्तर- ्पस्तिका के साथ नत्थी करिए।
- पूर्ण प्रश्न-पत्र में विकल्प नहीं हैं। फिर भी कई प्रश्नों में आंतरिक विकल्प हैं। ऐसे सभी प्रश्नों में से प्रत्येक से आपको एक ही विकल्प हल करना है।
General Instructions:
(i) The question paper has 26 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.
- Marks are indicated against each question.
- Questions from serial number 1 to 7 are Very Short Answer type Questions. Each question carries 1 mark.
- Questions from serial number 8 to 18 are 3 marks questions. Answers of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.
- Questions from serial number 19 to 25 are 5 marks questions. Answers of these questions should not exceed 100 words each.
- Question number 26 is a map question. It has two parts 26(A) and 26(B). 26(A) of 2 marks from History and 26(B) of 3 marks from Geography. After completion attach the map inside your answer book.
- There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in some questions. You have to attempt only one of the alternatives in all such-questions.
32/3 2 C/1
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Board Previous Year Question Paper from the 2018 Compartment Exams, Set 3.
What is the structure of the paper?
The paper has 26 questions divided into Very Short Answer (1 mark), Short Answer (3 marks), Long Answer (5 marks), and a Map Question (2+3 marks).
How long is the exam and what are the total marks?
The exam is for 3 hours and the maximum marks are 80.
Are there any choices in the paper?
There are no overall choices, but some questions provide internal choices, allowing you to attempt only one alternative.
How does solving this previous year paper help?
Solving this previous year question paper helps students understand the board pattern, question types, and marking scheme, improving their exam preparation and performance.
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