7th English First Summative Examination 2024 Question Paper with Solutions | Theni District

7th English - First Summative Examination 2024 - Solved Paper

Theni District | Standard - VII | Marks: 60

Section - A

I Match the following synonyms:- (3x1=3)

1. dazzling - laugh lightly
2. Giggle - effect
3. Impact - bright

Question	Answer
1. dazzling	bright
2. Giggle	laugh lightly
3. Impact	effect

II Match the following antonyms:- (3x1=3)

4. Honour x single
5. older x ashamed
6. pair x younger

Question	Answer
4. Honour	ashamed
5. older	younger
6. pair	single

III Choose the correct option (4x1=4)

7. There are _______ (many/much) apples in the basket.

   There are many apples in the basket.

8. There aren't _______ (some/any) eggs in the basket.

   There aren't any eggs in the basket.

9. Only _______ (some/a few) are green.

   Only a few are green.

10. There isn't _______ (some/any) water in the glass.

    There isn't any water in the glass.

Section - B

IV Answer any Three of the following questions (3x2=6)

11. Why did Granny scold Hamid?

    Granny scolded Hamid because he went to the Eidgah fair alone without informing her. She was worried about him, especially since he had not eaten or drunk anything the whole morning.

12. What did Usha see while walking to the bazaar?

    While walking to the bazaar, Usha saw the flowering mustard fields, a narrow winding path that went downhill to the valley, and the ruins on the hill.

13. What is inclusion?

    Inclusion means ensuring that everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. It is the practice of providing equal access and opportunities to all people, regardless of their background or abilities, and removing barriers that might exclude them.

14. What kind of learning bring joy?

    Learning that is practical, engaging, and connected to real-life experiences brings joy. When learning helps us understand the world better and discover new things for ourselves, it becomes a joyful process.

V Answer any one of the following questions (1x4=4)

15. What kind of life do you want to live in this world?

    I want to live a life filled with kindness, learning, and happiness. I wish to be helpful to my family, friends, and society. I want to explore new places, read many books, and work hard to achieve my dreams while being a good and responsible person.

16. Describe the feeling of Usha while returning from this Bazaar?

    While returning from the Bazaar, Usha felt anxious and hurried. The weather had suddenly changed. The sky became dark with storm clouds, the wind howled, and it started to rain heavily. She was alone and a little frightened by the thunder, lightning, and the eerie sounds from the ruins, but she remained brave and focused on reaching home safely.

Section - C [GRAMMAR]

VI Fill in the blanks with the past perfect tense with the help of the words given in the brackets. (5x1=5)

17. When Usha looked out of the window, Dark clouds _______ (gather) over the mountains.

    had gathered

18. She had no umbrella with her; the weather _______ (seem) so fine just a few hours ago.

    had seemed

19. All was dark again. Night _______ (fall).

    had fallen

20. She ran towards the big gap in the wall through which she _______ (enter).

    had entered

21. Usha looked back at the ruins. The sun _______ (come) up and was touching the top of the walls.

    had come

VII Fill in the blanks using suitable prepositions (at, across, during, on, into) (5x1=5)

22. What do you do _______ weekends?

    on

23. The car was travelling _______ a great speed.

    at

24. There is a bridge _______ the river.

    across

25. The ball fell _______ the lake.

    into

26. I am going to my village _______ Sunday.

    on

Section - D [POEM]

VIII Quote from memory (1x5=5)

27. From: Above the
To : Leaf fringed sill

(From the poem 'The Listeners' by Walter de la Mare)

But no one descended to the Traveller;
No head from the leaf-fringed sill
Leaned over and looked into his grey eyes,
Where he stood perplexed and still.

Note: The specific lines starting from "Above the" to "Leaf fringed sill" are not consecutive in the poem. The most relevant stanza containing the ending phrase is provided.

IX Read the poetic lines and answer the questions (5x1=5)

"Speak gently to the little child!
Its love be sure to gain
Teach it in accents soft and mild
It may not long remain"

1. Find out the rhyming words

   gain - remain; child - mild

2. Find out the rhyming scheme

   aabb

3. What is the name of the poem?

   The name of the poem is "Speak Gently".

4. Who is the poet?

   The poet is David Bates.

5. How should you speak with little child?

   We should speak gently, with soft and mild accents, to a little child.

Section - E [Supplementary]

Punctuate the following sentences (5x1=5)

29. How can I get to the Strand

    "How can I get to the Strand?"

30. No. But Ross! My friend.

    "No. But Ross! My friend."

31. "Oh, Tom, you aren't dying, are you?

    "Oh, Tom, you aren't dying, are you?"

32. Sid, sid

    "Sid, Sid!"

33. "Rubbish! I don't believe it!"

    "Rubbish! I don't believe it!"

X Answer any one of the following question (1x5=5)

34. Bullying is the bad habit-justify.

    Bullying is a bad habit because it involves intentionally and repeatedly hurting someone, either physically, verbally, or emotionally. It makes the victim feel scared, sad, and alone, and can cause long-term damage to their self-confidence and mental health. It shows a lack of empathy and respect for others' feelings. Instead of building people up, it tears them down, which is harmful to everyone involved and creates a negative environment.

35. How did Holmes team catch the thieves?

    Holmes and his team caught the thieves through brilliant deduction and careful planning. Holmes first identified the suspects by analyzing the clues left at the crime scene. He then predicted their next move by understanding their methods and motives. He set a clever trap, possibly using a disguise or misinformation, to lure the thieves into a location where he and his team, along with the police, were waiting to arrest them.

SECTION - F [LANGUAGE FUNCTION]

XI Look at the following picture and answer the questions: (5x1=5)

36. How many trees are there in the picture?

    There are three trees in the picture.

37. Mention the name of the trees.

    The trees appear to be coconut tree, Banana tree and the Mango tree.

38. Is it day time or night time?

    It is day time, as we can see the Bright sun in the sky.

39. Name the fruit in the picture.

    The fruits in the picture are Banana and Mango.

40. Give a suitable title to this picture.

    A suitable title is "Pleasant Day" or "A Peaceful Day Scene".

XII Write a letter to your class teacher asking leave for two days? (1x5=5)

[Your Name],
VII Standard, 'A' Section,
[Your School Name],
Theni.
23rd September 2024.

The Class Teacher,
VII Standard, 'A' Section,
[Your School Name],
Theni.

Respected Sir/Madam,

Subject: Request for leave for two days.

As I am suffering from a fever, the doctor has advised me to take rest for two days. Therefore, I kindly request you to grant me leave from 23.09.2024 to 24.09.2024.

Thank you,

Yours obediently,
[Your Name]