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30-08-2025
Biology plays a major role in Kerala SSLC exams. To succeed, students must know the official question paper pattern (blueprint), not just the syllabus. While the SSLC Board Exam 2024 is a final evaluation covering the entire syllabus, the Onam First Term Exam 2025 focuses only on the first-term chapters. Below is a detailed comparison of question paper patterns with tables for easy understanding.
| Type of Question | Marks per Question | Approx. No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Very Short Answer (VSA) | 1 | ~10 | 10 |
| Short Answer (SA) | 2 | ~12 | 24 |
| Short Essay | 3 | ~6–7 | 18–21 |
| Long Answer / Essay | 4–5 | ~4–5 | 20–25 |
| Total | – | 30–35 | 80 |
✅ Special Features of SSLC Pattern:
| Type of Question | Marks per Question | Approx. No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Answer (SA) | 1–2 | ~6–8 | 8–12 |
| Medium Answer | 2–3 | ~8–10 | 20–25 |
| Long Answer | 4–5 | ~3–4 | 15–20 |
| Total | – | 25–28 | 80 |
✅ Special Features of Onam Pattern:
| Feature | SSLC 2024 Biology Board Exam | Onam 2025 Biology Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Total Marks | 80 | 80 |
| Duration | 2 hr 30 min | 2 hr 30 min |
| No. of Questions | 30–35 | 25–28 |
| 1 Mark Questions | ~10 | ~6–8 |
| 2 Mark Questions | ~12 | ~8–10 |
| 3 Mark Questions | ~6–7 | ~5–6 |
| 4–5 Mark Questions | ~4–5 | ~3–4 |
| Coverage | Entire syllabus | First term only |
| Question Style | Application + HOTs + Direct | Mostly direct + memory |
| Diagrams | Labeling + explanation | Labeling only |
| Difficulty Level | Moderate – Tough | Easy – Moderate |
Onam Exam = Practice Test
Preparation Strategy
Use Onam exam to strengthen fundamentals.
For SSLC, practice model papers, diagrams, experiments, and genetics problems.
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