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English Language & Literature — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the slogan by the Animal Welfare Board. __________ WE CUT TREES AND DESTROY NATURAL HABITAT? STOP! BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE.
  1. (a) MIGHT
  2. (b) MAY
  3. (c) MUST
  4. (d) COULD
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Model Answer

The correct option is (c) MUST

"MUST we cut trees and destroy natural habitat? Stop! Before it is too late."

Must is used here to express a rhetorical question conveying strong moral obligation/criticism.

Explanation

"Must" is used to express strong obligation or moral compulsion. In rhetorical slogans, "must we…?" conveys a strong reproach — questioning whether we are compelled to do something harmful. The other options (may, might, could) suggest permission or possibility, which weakens the impact of the slogan. Examiners expect students to identify the modal that best fits the tone of urgency and moral responsibility in a public awareness slogan.

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