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Snake Bite — Syllabus

NIOS · Class 10 · English

What Snake Bite covers in NIOS Class 10 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the NIOS Class 10 English syllabus.

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4 Topics · NIOS Class 10 English · 2026-27

Topics in Snake Bite

1

Story Summary

  • Raja found a small snake in a coconut grove, not in the garden.
  • He placed the snake carefully in a coconut shell and hid it under his bed.
  • Grandmother lifted the cloth, saw the snake, screamed, and threw the shell out of the window.
2

Character Sketches

  • Raja is curious because he wants to keep the snake as a pet.
  • Raja is clever because he handles the snake carefully and hides it.
  • Raja is brave because he does not panic when he finds the snake.
3

Vocabulary and Word Meanings

  • grove means a small group of trees.
  • snatched means grabbed quickly.
  • warned means told someone about danger.
4

Grammar: Verbs and Adverbs

  • A verb is a word that shows action or state of being.
  • Regular verbs form the past tense by adding -d or -ed.
  • Irregular verbs do not follow the -d/-ed rule and change completely.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Snake Bite

Story and authorRajaGrandmotherGrandfatherOld medicine manBee sting mistakeThemesGrammar

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Snake Bite for NIOS Class 10 English?
Key topics in Snake Bite include Story Summary, Character Sketches, Vocabulary and Word Meanings, Grammar: Verbs and Adverbs. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Snake Bite for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on Snake Bite. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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