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Key Facts: WBBSE Madhyamik Bengali (First Language) Exam

Written board examination is worth 90 marks, and Internal Formative Evaluation is worth 10 marks.

Includes core prose, poetry, supplementary novel ('Koni'), and formal Bengali grammar.

Grade C (25-34 marks) is the marginal subject pass on WBBSE's seven-point scale; Grade D (below 25) is disqualifying.

Written paper runs 3 hours 15 minutes (10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.), the first 15 minutes being reading time.

The WBBSE Class 10 Bengali First Language exam evaluates student mastery of Bengali literature, poetry, the novel Koni, and Bengali grammar. Note: This practice question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the WBBSE Madhyamik First Language Bengali examination.

Sample WBBSE Madhyamik Bengali (First Language) Practice Questions

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1In Ashapurna Devi's short story 'Gyanchakshu', what was the title of Tapan's first written story that was selected for publication?
A.Prothom Din (প্রথম দিন — The First Day)
B.Sandhya Tara (সন্ধ্যাতারা — Evening Star)
C.Galpa Lekha (গল্প লেখা — Story Writing)
D.Chhotomeshor Patra (ছোটোমেসোর পত্র — Chhotomesho's Letter)
Explanation: In Ashapurna Devi's 'Gyanchakshu', Tapan writes a short story drawn from his own experience of starting school and titles it 'Prothom Din' (প্রথম দিন, The First Day). His Chhotomeshomashai, an author and editor, promises to get it published in the magazine 'Sandhya Tara'.
2Why did Tapan feel deep humiliation and sorrow when his published story was read aloud at home in 'Gyanchakshu'?
A.The editor rejected the manuscript completely
B.Chhotomesho had heavily rewritten the story, leaving none of Tapan's original phrasing
C.His family members accused him of plagiarizing from another writer
D.The story contained numerous spelling mistakes printed by the press
Explanation: When Tapan's story was read aloud by his mother, Tapan realized that Chhotomesho had altered and rewritten every sentence under the pretext of 'correcting' it. Tapan felt that the published piece was no longer his own creation, causing him deep emotional pain.
3What resolution did Tapan make at the end of the story 'Gyanchakshu' regarding sending future writings for publication?
A.He resolved never to write any stories ever again
B.He decided to submit his manuscripts to newspapers instead of literary magazines
C.He swore that if he submitted a story in the future, he would hand it over himself, whether published or not
D.He resolved to ask Chhotomesho to co-author all his future works
Explanation: After his humiliating experience with Chhotomesho's heavy edits, Tapan vowed that if he ever submitted a story for publication in the future, he would physically take it to the publisher himself, accepting publication or rejection on his own merit.
4In Subodh Ghosh's short story 'Bahurupi', what is the primary profession or livelihood of the main character Harida (Haridas)?
A.He works as a school teacher in a local village
B.He runs a small grocery shop in the town market
C.He is a boatman on the Subarnarekha river
D.He is a street performer who assumes various disguises for small tips
Explanation: Hari (Haridas) in 'Bahurupi' is a poor street artist (bahurupi) who earns a meager living by dressing up in diverse disguises—such as a crazy person, a tiger, a police officer, or a holy renunciate—to entertain town residents.
5In 'Bahurupi', why did Harida refuse to accept the 101-rupee offering (pranami) from the wealthy Jagadish Babu while disguised as a Biragi (ascetic)?
A.He felt that accepting monetary reward while in the persona of a holy renouncer would compromise the spiritual purity of his art
B.He feared that Jagadish Babu would recognize his true identity and call the police
C.He thought the money was counterfeit and demanded gold coins instead
D.He was satisfied with the food offered to him and had no need for cash
Explanation: Hari believed in artistic integrity. While embodying the role of a true Biragi (renouncer of worldly wealth), taking money would shatter the sanctity and authenticity of the disguise, demonstrating his profound dedication to his art above financial gain.
6In Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's 'Pather Dabi', what physical item found in Girish Mahapatra's pockets raised suspicion among the police officers at the Burma station?
A.A secret codebook and a British military map
B.A small tin box containing bidi, matches, a compass, and a playing card
C.A loaded pistol and revolutionary pamphlets
D.A fake passport bearing the seal of Germany
Explanation: During the inspection by Nimai Babu and Jagadish Babu at the police station in Burma, Girish Mahapatra's pockets yielded eccentric items including a small tin box, bidis, a matchbox, a compass, and a single playing card (ten of spades), adding to his bizarre appearance.
7Who was the revolutionary freedom fighter that police officer Nimai Babu was actively searching for in 'Pather Dabi'?
A.Apoorva Kumar Roy
B.Jagadish Chandra Basu
C.Sabyasachi Mallick
D.Rashbehari Bose
Explanation: Police Sub-Inspector Nimai Babu was on high alert in Burma to apprehend Sabyasachi Mallick, the legendary doctor turned underground Indian revolutionary leader.
8In 'Pather Dabi', why did Apoorva express immense respect for Sabyasachi Mallick despite Nimai Babu being his relative and benefactor?
A.Because Sabyasachi had saved Apoorva's life during a flood in Bengal
B.Because Sabyasachi was a wealthy relative who promised Apoorva an inheritance
C.Because Nimai Babu privately instructed Apoorva to support Sabyasachi
D.Because Apoorva believed Sabyasachi was a selfless patriot sacrificing everything for India's freedom
Explanation: Apoorva admired Sabyasachi Mallick as a heroic patriot who surrendered personal comfort, medical practice, and safety to liberate the motherland from British colonial rule.
9In Sripantha's essay 'Haraye Jawa Kali Kolom', what traditional organic method was used in rural Bengal to prepare ink (kali) for palm-leaf writing?
A.Roasting haritaki (myrobalan) and soot collected from lamp bottoms, then boiling with iron rust water
B.Mixing crushed marigold flowers with rainwater
C.Boiling sesame oil with crushed soot and charcoal dust
D.Extracting dye from beetroots and mixing with gooseberry juice
Explanation: Sripantha describes traditional ink-making where haritaki fruit was boiled in water with iron rust (lohar chura) and lamp soot (khola-chali soot) to produce durable black ink for quill and reed pens.
10Which noted Bengali author tragically died due to an accidental puncture wound caused by his own fountain pen, as mentioned in 'Haraye Jawa Kali Kolom'?
A.Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
B.Trilokyanath Mukhopadhyay
C.Sukumar Ray
D.Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay
Explanation: In 'Haraye Jawa Kali Kolom', Sripantha recalls the tragic anecdote of the famed fantasy author Trilokyanath Mukhopadhyay, who tripped and was fatally injured when a sharp pen in his pocket pierced his chest.

About the WBBSE Madhyamik Bengali (First Language) Exam

The WBBSE Madhyamik Bengali First Language examination tests Class 10 secondary students on prescribed Bengali prose pieces (such as Gyanchakshu, Bahurupi, Pather Dabi, Haraye Jawa Kali Kolom, Bangla Bhashay Bijnan), poetry (including Asukhie Ekjan, Ay Aro Bandhi Bandhi Thaki, Afrika, Pralayollas, Astra Birudhe Gaan, Sindhutire), the supplementary novel Koni by Moti Nandi, and Bengali grammar (Karaka, Samasa, Vachya, Sentence Transformation, Phonetics). Note: This practice question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the WBBSE Madhyamik First Language Bengali examination, providing thorough conceptual review while retaining authentic Bengali literary titles, quotes, and linguistic terms.

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Assessment

Madhyamik Bengali (First Language): 90-mark written paper on prescribed texts, grammar and writing skills, plus 10 marks internal assessment, in a single 3-hour-15-minute sitting.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., including 15 minutes' reading time)

Passing Score

WBBSE reports each subject on a seven-point grade scale: AA 90-100, A+ 80-89, A 60-79, B+ 45-59, B 35-44, C 25-34 (marginal pass) and D below 25 (disqualified). Grade C is therefore the minimum subject grade and a D in any compulsory subject makes the overall result unsuccessful. Division bands are separate: 1st division 480+, 2nd 360+, 3rd 272+ out of 800.

Exam / Certification Fees

WBBSE does not publish a single per-candidate examination fee with the Madhyamik routine. Enrolment is made by the school online through wbbsedata.com within the Board's registration window, and the amount payable is set by the Board's enrolment circular for that session. Confirm the current figure with your school or the Board's notification rather than relying on a quoted estimate.

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25%

Bengali Prose & Essay Literature

Textual comprehension, character analysis, and literary context of prescribed prose stories and essays.

25%

Bengali Poetry & Versification

Thematic analysis, imagery, poetic technique, and textual questions from prescribed Class 10 poems.

15%

Supplementary Reader: Koni (Moti Nandi)

Plot events, character development (Koni, Kshitish Ray, Lilavati), and themes of struggle and perseverance in the sports novel Koni.

25%

Bengali Grammar & Applied Linguistics

Detailed questions on Karaka & Vibhakti, Samasa classification, Sentence transformations, Vachya (voice), sound changes (apinihiti, abhisruti, svarabhakti), and vocabulary.

10%

Literary Rhetoric & Comprehension

Identification of rhetorical figures (Upama, Rupak, Yamak, Anupras) and literary terminology.

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What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: WBBSE reports each subject on a seven-point grade scale: AA 90-100, A+ 80-89, A 60-79, B+ 45-59, B 35-44, C 25-34 (marginal pass) and D below 25 (disqualified). Grade C is therefore the minimum subject grade and a D in any compulsory subject makes the overall result unsuccessful. Division bands are separate: 1st division 480+, 2nd 360+, 3rd 272+ out of 800.
  • Assessment: Madhyamik Bengali (First Language): 90-mark written paper on prescribed texts, grammar and writing skills, plus 10 marks internal assessment, in a single 3-hour-15-minute sitting.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., including 15 minutes' reading time)
  • Exam / certification fees: WBBSE does not publish a single per-candidate examination fee with the Madhyamik routine. Enrolment is made by the school online through wbbsedata.com within the Board's registration window, and the amount payable is set by the Board's enrolment circular for that session. Confirm the current figure with your school or the Board's notification rather than relying on a quoted estimate. Official sources

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WBBSE Madhyamik Bengali (First Language): Suggested Study Strategy

1Thoroughly read all prescribed textbook prose and poetry selections line by line.
2Practice breaking down compound Bengali words (Samasa) and identifying their classifications.
3Understand the logical relationships of Karaka (Kartri, Karma, Karana, Sampradan, Apadan, Adhikarana) and non-karaka relations (Sambandha, Sambodhana).
4Trace the complete character journey of Koni, Kshitish Ray, and key supporting figures in 'Koni'.
5Regularly review previous Madhyamik Bengali question papers to master question patterns and time management.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the structure of the official WBBSE Madhyamik Bengali exam?

The official exam carries 90 marks in the written paper (combining MCQs, short answer, and long essay questions) and 10 marks in school-based internal formative evaluation.

Why is this question bank presented in English?

This module is an English-language MCQ study adaptation designed for self-assessment, concept verification, and practice while retaining Bengali literary names, titles, quotes, and grammatical terminology.

Which prose texts are prescribed in WBBSE Class 10 Bengali?

Core prose texts include 'Gyanchakshu' (Ashapurna Devi), 'Bahurupi' (Subodh Ghosh), 'Pather Dabi' (Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay), 'Haraye Jawa Kali Kolom' (Sripantha), and 'Bangla Bhashay Bijnan' (Rajsekhar Basu).

What grammar topics are heavily tested in Madhyamik Bengali?

Primary grammar topics include Karaka & Vibhakti, Samasa (Dvandva, Tatpurusha, Bahuvrihi, Karmadharaya, etc.), Sentence transformations (Saral, Jatil, Yaugik), Voice change (Vachya), and Sound shifts (apinihiti, abhisruti, svarabhakti).

What supplementary novel is included in the syllabus?

The sports novel 'Koni' by Moti Nandi is the prescribed supplementary text focusing on the struggles and triumphs of swimmer Kanakchapa Paul (Koni) and her coach Kshitish Ray.