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Key Facts: Bihar Intermediate English (BSEB) Exam

3h 15m

Duration of each Intermediate English theory paper under BSEB (including reading time)

BSEB Intermediate English model question paper 2026 (codes 105/124/205/223)

100 marks

Full marks for Intermediate English theory (Compulsory English)

BSEB Intermediate English model question paper 2026

50 + 50

Typical mark split: Section A objective (attempt 50 of 100) and Section B descriptive

BSEB Intermediate English model question paper instructions

105/124/205/223

Subject codes for Compulsory English on Intermediate model papers and timetables

biharboardonline.com Intermediate model papers

~30%

Usual minimum percentage required to pass Intermediate theory subjects in Bihar

Bihar Intermediate examination pass-mark practice (confirm current circular)

Mixed format

Official papers use objective OMR plus descriptive writing; this bank is an English MCQ study adaptation only

BSEB Intermediate English model papers

Free 100-question English MCQ study bank for BSEB Intermediate English (codes 105/124/205/223). Official exams are 3h15m theory papers for 100 marks (50 objective + 50 descriptive), usual pass about 30%, fee part of Intermediate exam fees. Not an official MCQ-only simulation or writing-task substitute. Sources: biharboardonline.com Intermediate model papers 2026.

Sample Bihar Intermediate English (BSEB) Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to review concepts for the Bihar Intermediate English (BSEB) exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1Which sentence correctly uses the second (unreal present) conditional?
A.If I had the time, I would learn another language.
B.If I have the time, I will learn another language.
C.If I had had the time, I would have learned another language.
D.If I have the time, I learn another language.
Explanation: The second conditional describes an unreal present/future hypothetical: 'If + past simple, ... would + base verb.' Here 'If I had the time, I would learn...' fits this pattern.
2Choose the correctly reported-speech version of: She said, 'I am tired.'
A.She said that she was tired.
B.She said that she is tired.
C.She said that I am tired.
D.She said that she tired.
Explanation: In reported speech the present tense usually shifts back one step: 'I am tired' becomes 'she was tired', and the pronoun changes to match the reporter's viewpoint. Hence 'She said that she was tired.'
3Which sentence correctly uses the present perfect tense?
A.I am finish my homework.
B.I finish my homework yesterday.
C.I have finished my homework.
D.I finishing my homework now.
Explanation: Present perfect is have/has + past participle: 'I have finished…' links a completed action to the present.
4Change to passive voice: 'The teacher teaches the students.'
A.The teacher is taught by the students.
B.The students taught the teacher.
C.The students were teaching the teacher.
D.The students are taught by the teacher.
Explanation: In passive, the object becomes subject and the verb takes be + past participle: are taught (present simple passive) by the teacher.
5Which sentence is in the active voice?
A.The wall was painted by Ravi.
B.Ravi painted the wall.
C.The wall has been painted.
D.The wall is being painted.
Explanation: Active voice: the subject (Ravi) performs the action. The other options use be + past participle patterns of passive.
6Convert to indirect speech: She said, 'I am busy.'
A.She said that she will be busy.
B.She said that she is busy.
C.She said that I am busy.
D.She said that she was busy.
Explanation: After a past reporting verb, present 'am' usually backshifts to past 'was', and pronoun 'I' becomes 'she'.
7Which article correctly completes: '___ sun rises in the east.'?
A.The
B.A
C.An
D.No article
Explanation: Unique celestial bodies like the sun and the moon take the definite article 'the'.
8Choose the correct article: 'She is ___ honest woman.'
A.the
B.a
C.an
D.no article
Explanation: Use 'an' before a vowel sound. 'Honest' begins with a silent h, so the first sound is /ɒ/, a vowel sound.
9Choose the correct preposition: 'The students decided to go to school ___ foot.'
A.at
B.by
C.on
D.through
Explanation: The fixed collocation is 'on foot' (walking). 'By' is used with vehicles (by bus, by train).
10Choose the correct preposition: 'Rachna has been living in New York ___ 2005.'
A.since
B.for
C.from
D.by
Explanation: Since + a point in time (2005) is used with perfect tenses for an action continuing to now. For + duration (for twenty years).

About the Bihar Intermediate English (BSEB) Exam

BSEB Intermediate English is Compulsory English for Bihar Intermediate (Class 12) streams under subject codes 105/124/205/223. Official model papers (biharboardonline.com) set Full Marks 100 and Time 3 Hours 15 Minutes, with Section A objective (100 MCQs, attempt 50 for 50 marks) and Section B descriptive writing and literature (50 marks). Topics include grammar (tenses, voice, narration, articles, prepositions, agreement, modals), vocabulary, reading/précis, composition (essay, letter), and prescribed prose and poetry plus history of English and literary forms from Intermediate textbooks. This free English MCQ bank builds concept fluency; practise official descriptive model papers for essays, letters, explanations, and summaries — MCQs are not a writing-task substitute.

Exam sponsor: Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official BSEB Intermediate English (Compulsory; codes 105/124/205/223) assesses grammar, vocabulary, reading, composition, and prescribed Intermediate English prose/poetry through a mixed paper lasting 3 hours 15 minutes for 100 full marks. Section A is objective (OMR): 100 four-option MCQs, only the first 50 answers counted if more are marked, 1 mark each (50 marks). Section B is descriptive (50 marks): typically an essay (~8 marks), prose extract explanation (~4), poetry line explanation (~4), letter (~5), short answers on texts/language history (~10), longer answers/summaries/notes (~15), and an unseen passage or précis (~4). Some science/practical subjects carry internal/practical components; language English is examined as theory under this model-paper pattern. This 100-question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of that syllabus; it does not replace official descriptive writing practice.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes for the official Intermediate English theory paper (including about 15 minutes to read the questions carefully), as stated on BSEB Intermediate model question papers.

Passing Score

About 30% of maximum theory marks is the usual Bihar Intermediate pass benchmark for theory subjects (about 30/100 on English theory). Confirm the current BSEB rules circular.

Exam / Certification Fees

Included in the Intermediate Public Examination fee schedule notified annually by BSEB. Exact rupee amounts vary by year and candidate category; check the latest fee notification on biharboardonline.com rather than unofficial fixed quotes.

Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

Study emphasis ~25%

Grammar — Tenses, Voice, Narration & Agreement

Tenses, active/passive voice, direct/indirect speech, subject–verb agreement, modals, and conditionals.

Study emphasis ~15%

Grammar — Articles, Prepositions & Connectors

Articles, prepositions, determiners, conjunctions, sentence combination, and spelling.

Study emphasis ~15%

Vocabulary

Synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and contextual word meaning.

Study emphasis ~10%

Reading Comprehension & Inference

Main idea, detail, inference, tone, and précis concepts for unseen passages.

Study emphasis ~20%

Prescribed Literature & History of English

Prose, poetry, authors/poets, themes, literary forms, and history of English from Intermediate texts.

Study emphasis ~15%

Writing Structure

Conceptual rules for essays, formal/informal letters, and précis (not full writing tasks).

Preparing for the Bihar Intermediate English (BSEB) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: About 30% of maximum theory marks is the usual Bihar Intermediate pass benchmark for theory subjects (about 30/100 on English theory). Confirm the current BSEB rules circular.
  • Assessment: Official BSEB Intermediate English (Compulsory; codes 105/124/205/223) assesses grammar, vocabulary, reading, composition, and prescribed Intermediate English prose/poetry through a mixed paper lasting 3 hours 15 minutes for 100 full marks. Section A is objective (OMR): 100 four-option MCQs, only the first 50 answers counted if more are marked, 1 mark each (50 marks). Section B is descriptive (50 marks): typically an essay (~8 marks), prose extract explanation (~4), poetry line explanation (~4), letter (~5), short answers on texts/language history (~10), longer answers/summaries/notes (~15), and an unseen passage or précis (~4). Some science/practical subjects carry internal/practical components; language English is examined as theory under this model-paper pattern. This 100-question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of that syllabus; it does not replace official descriptive writing practice.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes for the official Intermediate English theory paper (including about 15 minutes to read the questions carefully), as stated on BSEB Intermediate model question papers.
  • Exam / certification fees: Included in the Intermediate Public Examination fee schedule notified annually by BSEB. Exact rupee amounts vary by year and candidate category; check the latest fee notification on biharboardonline.com rather than unofficial fixed quotes. Official sources

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Bihar Intermediate English (BSEB): Suggested Study Strategy

1Drill tenses, active ↔ passive, and direct ↔ indirect speech daily — high-frequency Section A marks.
2Practise article and preposition choice with Intermediate-level collocations (on foot, since 2005, an MBA, and similar fixed uses).
3Build a personal list of synonyms, antonyms, and idioms from model papers and textbooks.
4For prescribed texts, learn author/poet, central idea, and key lines for prose and poetry pieces such as Indian Civilization and Culture, I Have a Dream, Fire-Hymn, and The Soldier.
5Memorise essay and letter formats, then write one timed piece weekly — Section B rewards structure and clarity; MCQs alone are not a writing-task substitute.
6After MCQ concept checks, solve the official BSEB Intermediate English model paper (codes 105/124/205/223) from biharboardonline.com under timed conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official BSEB Intermediate English exam only multiple choice?

No. Official papers mix Section A objective questions on OMR (100 MCQs, attempt any 50 for 50 marks) with Section B descriptive writing and literature answers (50 marks). Full marks are 100. This bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept practice — not a full writing-task substitute or complete paper simulation.

What are subject codes 105/124/205/223?

They are the BSEB Intermediate English (Compulsory) subject codes used across Intermediate streams (for example I.Sc. and I.Com. groupings on board timetables and model papers). The English paper model is published jointly under codes 105/124/205/223 on biharboardonline.com.

How many marks and how long is the English theory paper?

Full marks are 100. Duration is 3 hours 15 minutes, including about 15 minutes to read the question booklet carefully. Confirm the timetable for your sitting on the board portal.

What is the passing score for Intermediate English?

Bihar Intermediate theory subjects commonly require about 30% of maximum theory marks to pass. Exact rules are stated in BSEB examination circulars for the year.

What does Intermediate English cost to take?

English is examined as part of the Intermediate Public Examination. Fees are set annually by BSEB in official fee notifications. Check biharboardonline.com for the current schedule.

Which topics should I prioritise?

Cover grammar (tenses, voice, narration, articles, prepositions, agreement, modals), vocabulary, reading/précis skills, essay and letter formats, and prescribed Intermediate prose and poetry plus history of English and literary forms. Use official textbooks and the Intermediate English model paper (105/124/205/223) alongside this MCQ bank.

Why is this bank multiple choice if Section B is descriptive?

This free bank checks concept fluency quickly for grammar, vocabulary, literature facts, and writing structure. Official BSEB Intermediate English still requires descriptive essays, letters, explanations, and summaries; always practise model papers from biharboardonline.com for those writing tasks.