English Language Paper – Version 2

Name: ___________________ Class: ___________ Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Instructions: Answer all questions. Write neatly and clearly.

Section A: Comprehension (20 marks)

Read the following passage and answer the questions below:

The sun had just risen over the hills, bathing the valley in a golden glow. Laila stood on the
small wooden bridge, watching the river below ripple with the morning breeze. Today was
a special day—her first day at the new school. She felt a mixture of nervousness and
excitement. As she walked through the school gate, the sound of laughter and chatter filled
the air. Everyone seemed to know each other, and for a moment, Laila felt invisible. But just
then, a friendly voice called out, 'Hey, are you new here?' A girl with a warm smile
approached her and introduced herself as Nisha. From that moment, everything changed.

1. What is the setting of the passage?

The setting of the passage is a valley in the early morning, shortly after sunrise. Laila is first seen
standing on a small wooden bridge over a river. Then she goes to her new school, where the
story continues.

2. How did Laila feel about her first day at the new school?

She felt a mixture of nervousness and excitement.

3. What made Laila feel invisible?

Everyone

4. Who helped change Laila’s experience?

Nisha

5. What message does this story convey about kindness?

The story conveys that a simple act of kindness can make a big difference in someone's life.
When Laila felt nervous and alone on her first day at a new school, Nisha’s friendly greeting and
warm smile made her feel welcomed and changed her experience for the better. It shows that
being kind can help others feel accepted and valued.
Section B: Narrative Composition (20 marks)
Write a composition of about 150–200 words on the following topic:

“A Surprise Visitor at Home”

Include:
- A beginning that introduces the scene
- An unexpected arrival
- Your reaction
- A clear ending

It was a quiet Saturday afternoon. The rain tapped gently against the windows, and I was
curled up on the sofa with a book in hand. The house was unusually silent, with everyone
else out running errands. Just as I turned a page, the doorbell rang.

Confused, I stood up and walked to the door. We weren’t expecting anyone. When I
opened it, I gasped. Standing there, soaked from the rain, was my cousin Arif — who
lived abroad and hadn’t visited us in years.

“Surprise!” he said with a grin, holding out a bag of sweets we used to share as kids. For
a second, I couldn’t believe it. Then I laughed and threw my arms around him. Memories
from our childhood flooded back. We talked, laughed, and even played our old board
games like we used to.

By the time my parents returned, the living room was full of stories and joy. That rainy
day, which had started so quietly, turned into one of the most memorable afternoons of
my life. It reminded me that the best surprises come when you least expect them.
Section C: Grammar (30 marks)
1. Relative Clauses (5 marks)

a) I know a teacher. He lives next door.

I know a teacher who lives next door.

b) That is the film. I told you about it.

That is the film that I told you about it.

c) The girl is very polite. She won the prize.

The girl is very polite that she won the prize.

d) This is the man. His son plays cricket.

This is the man that his son plays cricket.

e) The house is empty. We used to live there.

The house is empty where we used to live there.

2. Tenses (5 marks)

a) I read (read) this book last year.

b) They plan (plan) to visit us tomorrow.

c) We had already finished(already/finish) our homework before dinner.

d) She watched (watch) TV when I called.

e) He didn’t decided (not/decide) yet.

3. Subject-Verb Agreement (highlight)(5 marks)

a) Each of the students _____ a book. (has/have)

b) Neither of the options _____ good. (is/are)

c) The group of dancers _____ performing now. (is/are)

d) My trousers _____ too tight. (is/are)

e) There _____ a pencil and two pens on the desk. (is/are)

4. Reported Speech (5 marks)

a) She said, “I love painting.”

b) He said, “We are leaving now.”

c) Rani said, “I have completed the assignment.”

d) Mother said, “Please clean your room.”

e) The boy asked, “Can I go outside?”

5. Sentence Patterns (5 marks)

Identify the sentence pattern: (Choose from: SVO, SVC, SVA, SV, SVOO)

a) He became a doctor.

b) She opened the window.

c) They gave me a gift.

d) I sleep early.

e) We stayed at a hotel.

Answers for question 4

a) She said that she loved painting.

b) He said that they were leaving then.
c) Rani said that she had completed the assignment.
d) Mother told me to clean my room.
e) The boy asked if he could go outside.

Answers for question 5

a) He became a doctor. – SVC

b) She opened the window. – SVO
c) They gave me a gift. – SVOO
d) I sleep early. – SVA
e) We stayed at a hotel. – SVA
Section D: Directed Writing (20 marks)
Write an email to your friend describing your experience at a school trip to a museum.
Include what you saw, what you learned, and why it was memorable. Include what you saw,
what you learned, and why it was memorable.

To: zayanah.friends@gmail.com
Subject: My Amazing School Trip to the Museum!

Hi Zayanah,

I hope you're doing well! I just had to tell you about our recent school trip to the National
Museum – it was such a great experience!

We visited the history and science sections, and I was amazed by the ancient artifacts,
especially a real mummy from Egypt! The guide told us how they preserved bodies
thousands of years ago—it was both creepy and fascinating. In the science section, there
were interactive displays about space, the human body, and even a dinosaur skeleton.

I learned so much, especially about our country's history during colonial times. There was
a special exhibition about traditional village life, with models of old houses and tools. It
made me appreciate how far we’ve come.

What made the trip really memorable was going with my friends, taking photos, and even
getting lost for a few minutes in the art gallery (don’t worry, we found the group again!).

I wish you had come with us. Hopefully, we can go together someday.

Take care and write back soon!

Best,
Laila

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