MKH SANCHETI PUBLIC SCHOOL

ANNUAL EXAMINATION(2024-25)
Class: IV Duration:2Hrs
Subject: English Marks:60
Date:05/03/2025
Instructions:
1.This question paper contains three sections.
Section A-Reading, Section B- Grammar and writing, Section C -Litrature .
2. All questions are compulsory.
Section A Reading comprehension
Q1.A. Read the Questions carefully from the given passage and answer them according to
the passage- (5M)
Harini, a clever deer in a forest, once wanted to cross a river to eat mouth-watering red fruit
on the other side. But she knew that many crocodiles were in the river. Harini called the big
crocodile loudly. He came onto the shore. Harini said, “Our king Lion is hosting a big feast. I
have to count the number of crocodiles also. You can call your friends to form a queue across
the river.” Within minutes all the crocodiles came and formed a queue across the river.
Happily, Harini walked on them, crossed the river, and jumped onto the shore. Harini looked
back at the crocodiles. She smiled and jumped into the forest heckling, “You fools, how can
King Lion feed you people in waters?”
Q.1 Why did Harini want to cross the river?
a) To swim with the crocodiles b) To eat fruits on the other side
c) To count the number of crocodiles d) To meet the King Lion
Q.2 How did Harini manage to get the crocodiles to form a queue across the river?
a) By challenging them to a race b) By offering them food
c) By lying about a feast hosted by the King Lion d) By asking them nicely
Q.3 What did Harini say to the crocodiles after she had crossed the river?
a) “Thank you for helping me cross the river.”
b) “You are such brave and kind crocodiles.”
c) “You are fools, how can King Lion feed you people in the waters?”
d) “I will come back to visit you soon.”
Q.4 What can be inferred about Harini from the passage?
a) She is afraid of crocodiles b) She is very clever and cunning
c) She is kind and compassionate d) She is friends with the King Lion
Q.5 What is the main lesson that can be learned from this story?
a) It is important to be honest with others b) Cleverness and cunning can help one
overcome obstacle
c) It is not safe to trust strangers d) Animals should not be trusted
Q1.B Read the following passage and answer the following questions given below: (5M)
The sun was setting behind the hills, casting a golden glow over the entire valley. Birds
were chirping in the trees, and the air was cool and fresh. The flowers in the garden swayed
gently in the breeze, their colours bright and beautiful. A small stream flowed peacefully,
making soft sounds as it ran over the smooth stones.
In the distance, a group of children were playing. They were laughing and running around,
enjoying the evening. Their happiness was contagious, and soon everyone around smiled at
their joyful energy. A dog was chasing after them, wagging its tail.
It was a perfect evening, full of nature’s beauty and the sounds of laughter. Everyone in
the village had gathered outside to enjoy the pleasant weather. Some were sitting on the
benches, chatting with friends, while others were taking a walk along the narrow paths that
led through the fields.
As the sun slowly dipped below the horizon, the sky turned a deep shade of purple. The
stars began to twinkle, and the night quietly took over the day. The village, now peaceful and
calm, was ready for a good night’s sleep.
1.What time of day is it in the passage?
a. morning, b. afternoon, c. evening, d. night
2. How does the village look in the evening?
a. silver , b. golden , c .orange , d. dusty
3. What were the children doing in the distance?
a. playing, b. sleeping, c. chatting, d. walking
4. What was the weather like?
a. Hot , b. pleasant c. cloudy , d. moist
5. What did the dog do during the children’s playtime?
a. was chasing after them, wagging its tail. b. was chasing after them, barking.
c. was chasing and running. d. running behind the children.
Section B- Grammar and writing
Q2.A. Write a Paragraph on the topic ʺA memorable tripʺ OR ʺ Honesty ʺ (5M)
Q2.B. Summer Vacations are coming soon. write a letter to your friend telling him how
you are going to spend your summer vacations. (5M)
OR
While going home from school you saw an eight-year-old child begging near the
traffic signal. You were moved and pained by the scene. Write a diary entry in your
words describing your feelings.
Grammar(10M)
Q3. Do as directed:
1)Add suitable past participles to the following sentences: (1M)
a) This tea was ____________ by my mother. (make)
b) Lessons ___________ easily are soon forgotten. (learn)
2) Underline the transitive and intransitive verbs in the following sentences: (1M)
a) The boy laughs loudly.
b) Hamid played hockey.
3) Punctuate the following: (Any2) (2M)
a) can I come with you asked Parth.
b) ouch my leg hurts.
c)hey said the man look into the telescope.
4)Turn the following into indirect speech: (2M)
a) ʻThis is my bike’, he tells me.
b) ‘She works in a company’, he says.
5) Turn the following sentences into direct speech: (2M)
a) He says he is eating now.
b) They say their friend is working hard.
6) Fill in the blanks with suitable modals: (2M)
a) ______ I come in? ( may/could)
b) There _________be bad weather tomorrow. (can /might)
c) _________ I have a coffee please? (may/ would)
d) I ______ speak Tamil. (can/ might)
SECTION-C- Literature
Q4.A. Read the reference and answer the questions below. (Any1) (3×1M=3M)
I)The villagers were very angry. They sat in the meeting for three whole day. At last they
thought of a plan.
a. Why were the villagers angry?
b. What was their plan?
c. Did their plan work?
OR
II) He mused upon his curious case.
a. What does ‘mused’ mean?
b. In what way the case was curious?
c. Who mused?
Q4.B. Read the reference and answer the questions below. (Any1) (3×1M=3M)
I)You ought to be able to sell them for a lot of money.
a. To whom is the speaker is speaking?
b. What aught to be sold for more money?
c. Why was it not possible to get more money for them?
OR
II) But the snail replied ‘Too far, too far’!
And gave a look askance ------
a. Who is the snail replying to?
b. What does ‘askance’ mean?
c. What does he mean when he says ‘too far’?
Q5.A. Write the synonyms for the words given below: (any 2) (2×1M=2M)
a. savage b. descends c. depths d. cautiously
Q5.B. Write the antonyms for the words given below: (any 2) (2×1M=2M)
a. Last b. angry c. correct d. king
Q5.B. Write the rhyming words for the words given below: (any 2) (2×1M=2M)
a. snail b. sight c. found d. skies
Q5.C. Frame sentences by using following words: (any2) (2×1M=2M)
a. upset b. variety c. worry d. Polite
Q6.A .Write the answer of the following questions: (any4) (4×2M=8M)
1. What was the problem faced by the people of Ramnagar in the story?
2. What is unusual about Dormouse?
3. Where is papanahalli?
4. What did sage want to change in the poem, ‘A tragic story’?
5. How many different kinds of pets are lived with Doctor Dolittle?
6. Where was the new road was going to built?
Q6.B. Answer the following questions in brief: (any 2) (2×4M=8M)
1.Who stars to tell a story? Who is the story about and why are they unusual?
2.What are some of the handicrafts of India?
3.How do you know that bad was successful from the poem My puppy plays Piano?
4.What answers did the villagers of Ramnagar always give to the townsfolks about their
methods?
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