Supplementary Reader: Class 10 English (MP Board) important questions and practice
Supplementary Reader is chapter 3 of 6 in MP Board Class 10 English. Below are the topics the paper draws from, the question types that come up again and again, and a free practice test on this chapter alone.
Topics in this chapter
- Prescribed supplementary stories (e.g. The Thief's Story, The Midnight Visitor, A Question of Trust)
- Plot summary and twist of each story
- Character sketches (Hari Singh, Ausable, Horace Danby, Bholi)
- Moral and message of each story
- Short answer questions on key incidents
What examiners usually ask
- Why did Hari Singh return the money to Anil?
- Describe how Ausable fooled Max
- Write the character sketch of Bholi
Exam tip
Board papers favour the moment of change in each story (Hari Singh's return, Bholi's refusal to marry); write what the character felt before and after to earn the explanation marks.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the important questions from Supplementary Reader for MP Board Class 10?
The question types listed above repeat most often in MP Board Class 10 English papers for this chapter. Practise them with the chapter test and then attempt them inside a full previous-year paper under time.
Is Supplementary Reader in the MP Board Class 10 English syllabus?
Yes. Supplementary Reader is part of the current MP Board Class 10 English syllabus, as listed on this site from the prescribed textbook.
Can I practise Supplementary Reader MCQs in Hindi?
Yes. The chapter test and explanations are available in Hindi and English, with an AI doubt solver for any question.