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English · 2026 · 3 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 3 · Set 3 · Q8
How does Natalya's behaviour in 'The Proposal' reflect her stubbornness and insecurity ?
Official answer
From CBSE’s own marking scheme for this paper.
engages in petty arguments, is materialistic and vain
disputes Lomov’s ownership of “Oxen Meadows”
her behaviour shifts abruptly on learning about the proposal
shows her stubbornness even after agreeing for marriage
character driven by insecurity in marriage
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CBSE Class 10 English past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.