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English Core · 2026 · 2 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 4 · Set 2 · Q10
Why does the poet describe the 'exotic moment' as 'strange'? (Keeping Quiet)
Why does the poet describe the 'exotic moment' as 'strange' ? (Keeping Quiet)
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Never experienced before/unfamiliar moment/without rush and hurry
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.