Que 1. Tick the correct answer. (2 Marks)
In the story ‘The Day the River Spoke’, what was Jahnavi’s dream?
(a) To travel to the sea
(b) To go to school and learn
(c) To become a teacher
(d) To catch a fish
Ans: (b) To go to school and learn
Que 2. Tick the correct answer. (2 Marks)
In the poem ‘Try Again’, what did King Bruce learn from the spider?
(a) To build a web
(b) To give up when things get hard
(c) To keep trying until he succeeds
(d) To be afraid of failure
Ans: (c) To keep trying until he succeeds
Que 3. Tick the correct answer. (2 Marks)
In ‘Three Days to See’, what did Helen Keller want to see on the first day?
(a) The sunrise
(b) The people who made her life worth living
(c) The museum
(d) The city
Ans: (b) The people who made her life worth living
Que 4. Tick the correct answer. (2 Marks)
In ‘Animals, Birds, and Dr. Dolittle’, who taught Doctor Dolittle the language of animals?
(a) The Cat’s-food-Man
(b) The plough horse
(c) Polynesia, the parrot
(d) Jip, the dog
Ans: (c) Polynesia, the parrot
Que 5. Tick the correct answer. (2 Marks)
In the play ‘Say the Right Thing’, why did Mary’s mother ask her to be careful when guests arrive?
(a) To show off her new dress
(b) To make a good impression on Mrs. Harding
(c) To help in the kitchen
(d) To play with the guests’ children
Ans: (b) To make a good impression on Mrs. Harding
Que 6. Tick the correct answer. (2 Marks)
In the story ‘My Brother’s Great Invention’, what was Anand’s first invention?
(a) A time machine
(b) A burglar alarm
(c) A telephone
(d) A robot
Ans: (b) A burglar alarm
Que 7. What did the River advise Jahnavi to do to fulfil her dream? (4 Marks)
Ans: The River advised Jahnavi not to be afraid. It told her that little girls can do as much as little boys. It asked her to slip along to school one morning, sit there, and listen to what was going on. It said that maybe the teacher would let her stay. The River also told her, “It’s up to you!”
Que 8. What is the central idea of the poem ‘Try Again’? (4 Marks)
Ans: The central idea of the poem is that we should never give up. Failures are stepping stones to success. Like the spider that kept trying until it reached its web, King Bruce also tried again and succeeded. The poem teaches perseverance, courage, and determination.
Que 9. Why did Helen Keller want to see the people who were kind to her? (4 Marks)
Ans: Helen Keller wanted to see the people whose kindness and companionship had made her life worth living. She could only know them through touch, so she wanted to see their faces and understand their feelings through their eyes, which she called the “window of the soul.”
Que 10. Why did the plough horse need spectacles? (4 Marks)
Ans: The plough horse was going blind in one eye. It needed green spectacles to keep the sun out of its eyes while ploughing the field. The vet had not even looked at its eyes and kept giving it pills.
Que 11. What did Mary’s mother tell her about saying the right thing? (4 Marks)
Ans: Mary’s mother told her to be kind to people and say things that would please them. She asked Mary to laugh a lot and make guests laugh too. If everyone stopped talking, Mary should say something to make them talk again. She also told Mary not to look glad when guests wanted to leave. Instead, she should ask them to stay a little longer and never say anything that would make them angry.
Que 12. Write the meaning in Hindi: (6 Marks)
| English | Hindi |
|---|---|
| Burglar | चोर / सेंधमार |
| Alarm | अलार्म / खतरे की घंटी |
| Inventor | आविष्कारक |
| Guest | अतिथि / मेहमान |
| Manners | शिष्टाचार / तमीज़ |
| Amputee | अंग-विच्छेदित व्यक्ति |
Que 13. Write opposites: (12 Marks)
| Word | Opposite |
|---|---|
| Success | Failure |
| Brave | Cowardly / Timid |
| Try | Give up / Quit |
| Rough | Smooth |
| Ancient | Modern |
| Joy | Sorrow / Sadness |
Que 14. Read the passage and answer the questions: (10 Marks)
1. What was Arunima Sinha before the accident?
Ans: She was a national-level volleyball player.
2. What happened to her in 2011?
Ans: She met with a tragic train accident and lost one of her legs.
3. What did she decide to do after the accident?
Ans: She decided to climb Mount Everest.
4. When did she successfully climb Mount Everest?
Ans: On 21 May 2013.
5. What award was she given in 2015?
Ans: She was awarded the Padma Shri.
Que 15. Application to Principal for 3 days’ leave: (10 Marks)
House No. 12, Shankar Nagar Raipur, Chhattisgarh 26 September 20XX To The Principal Govt. Middle School Raipur, Chhattisgarh Subject: Application for leave for three days Respected Sir/Madam, I am writing to request three days' leave from 10 October 20XX to 12 October 20XX. I have to attend a family function at my hometown. I will complete all my missed classwork and homework after returning. Kindly grant me leave for the above-mentioned period. Thank you. Yours sincerely, Rahul Sharma Class 7, Section A Roll No. 15
Que 16. Short paragraph (any ONE): (10 Marks)
(a) My Best Friend
My best friend is Ananya. She is kind, honest, and helpful. She studies in my class and lives near my house. We play together, share our lunch, and help each other in studies. She always supports me when I am sad. I am lucky to have a friend like her.
OR
(b) A Rainy Day
A rainy day is a pleasant and refreshing day. Dark clouds cover the sky, and cool winds blow. Children make paper boats and float them in puddles. The smell of wet earth fills the air. People enjoy hot tea and pakoras. I love rainy days because they bring joy and relief from the heat.
OR
(c) My Favourite Book
My favourite book is Panchatantra. It has many interesting stories with talking animals. Each story teaches a good moral lesson. I like it because it is entertaining and useful. It helps me learn how to be wise and kind. I enjoy reading it again and again.