7th English First Summative Exam 2024 Question Paper with Answers | Ranipet District

COMMON FIRST SUMMATIVE EXAMINATION - 2024

Standard - VII | ENGLISH

Time: 2.00 hrs Marks: 60

Section - A

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

1. dazzling
2. Giggle
3. Impact

Answers:

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

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

4. Honour x
5. older x
6. pair x

Answers:

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

III. Choose the correct option (4x1=4)

7. There are ______ (many/much) apples in the basket.
8. There aren't ______ (some/any) eggs in the basket.
9. Only ______ (some/a few) are green.
10. There isn't ______ (some/any) water in the glass.

Answers:

7. There are many apples in the basket.
8. There aren't any eggs in the basket.
9. Only a few are green.
10. 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?
Ans: Granny scolded Hamid because he had bought a pair of tongs instead of something to eat or play with at the fair. She was initially upset that he had spent his money on it and had not eaten anything.
12. What did Usha see while walking to the bazaar?
Ans: While walking to the bazaar, Usha saw the wind making the pine trees sigh and hum, the clouds gathering over the mountains, and the ruins on the hill.
13. What is inclusion?
Ans: Inclusion is the practice of ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their abilities, disabilities, or backgrounds, are respected, valued, and can actively participate in all aspects of life.
14. What kind of learning brings joy?
Ans: Learning that is connected to real life, practical application, and personal interests brings joy. When learning is meaningful and helps us understand the world better, it becomes an enjoyable experience.

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

15. What kind of life do you want to live in this world?
Ans: I want to live a life that is peaceful, happy, and meaningful. I wish to live in a world where people are kind and helpful to each other, nature is protected, and everyone has the opportunity to pursue their dreams without fear or discrimination. I want to contribute positively to my community.
16. Describe the feeling of Usha while returning from this Bazaar?
Ans: While returning from the bazaar, Usha's feelings changed from calm to fearful. The weather turned dark and stormy with howling wind and heavy rain. Walking alone through the dark ruins, she felt scared and isolated. Every sound and shadow startled her, making her heart beat faster.

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.
18. She had no umbrella with her; the weather ______ (seem) so fine just a few hours ago.
19. All was dark again. Night ______ (fall).
20. She ran towards the big gap in the wall through which she ______ (enter).
21. Usha looked back at the ruins. The sun ______ (come) up and was touching the top of the walls.

Answers:

17. had gathered
18. had seemed
19. had fallen
20. had entered
21. had come

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

22. What do you do ______ weekends?
23. The car was travelling ______ a great speed.
24. There is a bridge ______ the river.
25. The ball fell ______ the lake.
26. I am going to my village ______ Sunday.

Answers:

22. on
23. at
24. across
25. into
26. on

Section - D [POEM]

VIII. Quote from memory (1x5=5)

27. From: Above the ______
To: Leaf fringed sill

Ans: The lines are from the poem "The Listeners" by Walter de la Mare.
From: Above the Traveller's head:
And he smote upon the door again a second time;
‘Is there anybody there?’ he said.
But no one descended to the Traveller;
No head from the leaf-fringed sill
Leaned over and looked into his grey eyes,

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

28.

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
Ans: gain - remain, child - mild
2. Find out the rhyming scheme
Ans: abab
3. What is the name of the poem?
Ans: Speak Gently
4. Who is the poet?
Ans: David Bates
5. How should you speak with little child?
Ans: We should speak gently, in soft and mild accents.

Section - E [Supplementary]

Identify the context or speaker for the following lines. (5x1=5)

29. How can I get to the Strand?
Ans: These are lines from a story, likely where a character is asking for directions. For example, a stranger asking a policeman.
30. No. But Ross! My friend.
Ans: This is from the Sherlock Holmes story "The Red-headed League". Holmes says this to Watson, revealing the identity of the criminal.
31. "Oh, Tom, you aren't dying, are you?
Ans: Aunt Polly said this to Tom Sawyer in "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer".
32. Sid, sid
Ans: Tom Sawyer called for his brother Sid while pretending to be sick.
33. "Rubbish! I don't believe it!"
Ans: Sid said this to Tom when Tom was pretending his toe was mortified.

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

34. Bullying is a bad habit-justify.
Ans: Bullying is a harmful habit because it causes deep emotional and psychological pain to the victim. It can lead to low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and a fear of social situations. Bullying creates an unsafe and hostile environment, preventing healthy relationships and learning. It not only hurts the victim but can also have negative long-term consequences for the bully.
35. How did Holmes' team catch the thieves?
Ans: Holmes' team caught the thieves by setting a trap. Holmes anticipated their plan to steal gold from a bank vault. He, along with Watson, a police officer, and a bank director, hid in the dark vault. When the thieves broke through the floor, Holmes and his team surprised them with lights and weapons, capturing them red-handed.

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?
Ans: There are three trees in the picture.
37. Mention the name of the trees.
Ans: There are banana tree, coconut tree and the mango tree.
38. Is it day time or night time?
Ans: It is day time, as indicated by the sun.
39. Name the fruit in the picture.
Ans: The fruits are bananas and mangoes.
40. Give a suitable title to this picture.
Ans: A Sunny Day in the Grove.

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

From [Your Name], Std VII, [Your School Name], [City]. To The Class Teacher, Std VII, [Your School Name], [City]. Respected Madam/Sir, Subject: Request for two days leave. As I am suffering from a high fever and cold, the doctor has advised me to take rest for two days. Therefore, I request you to kindly grant me leave from [Start Date] to [End Date]. I will complete the missed lessons after I return. Thank you. Yours obediently, [Your Name] Date: [Date of Writing] Place: [Your City]