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English Core · 2023 · 2 marks
CBSE 2023 · Region 5 · Set 1 · Q10
Why did the iron master compare Edla to a parson?
Why did the iron master compare Edla to a parson ?
Board’s value points
What CBSE’s own marking scheme for this paper expects an answer to cover.
moralistic stand
her persuasive / convincing skills
compassionate nature
goodness of heart
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2023board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.