Q12
2 marksShort AnswerSection A

How does the panther kill its prey?

Reading Passage 2
Comprehension
Official Answer

The panther stalks as close as possible without springing, and then makes a final dash at lightning speed to catch its victim.

stalksfinal dashlightning speed

Marking Scheme

  • 12 marks for 'stalks close' and 'final dash at lightning speed'.

Hint

Look at the final paragraph of the second passage.

Quick Oral Answer

It creeps up very close and then runs extremely fast at the victim.

Analysis & Explanation

This describes a stalking technique followed by a high-speed dash rather than a leap.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1Saying it 'springs' from a distance (the text says it 'does not spring').

Frequently Asked Questions

How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017?

This question carries 2 marks in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017 examination.

Which chapter does this question come from in English (Communicative)?

This question is from the chapter "Reading Passage 2" in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) syllabus.

What topic does this question cover in English (Communicative)?

This question covers the topic "Comprehension" from CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative).

What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017 paper?

This is a Short Answer question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017 paper.