Class 7 English: Sample Question Paper - 2 | English Honeycomb Class 7 PDF Download

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H S I L G N E 
 
TIME: 3 hrs.                                                              M.M.: 90 
Please note: The students are not allowed to open the dictionary or any text 
book. 
                      
SECTION A – COMPREHENSION 
I. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (12 marks)  
 
Almost all creatures care for their young. Many animals play with their babies 
and show their love by touching and hugging them. 
1 
Most animals clean, feed and protect their babies. Birds also ‘teach’ their 
young ones how to go about in the world as adults.  
2 
A number of animals built home for their young. Tailorbirds and weaver birds, 
ants, wasps and bees are among nature’s master designers, engineers and 
architects. They weave, stitch and make different types of homes for their 
young using twigs, leaves, plant fibres, mud, saliva, wood and wax. 
3 
Female elephants care the longest for their calves. After a baby is born it is 
closely guarded for months. The mother usually selects a full time baby-sitter 
from her group. This baby sitter helps in raising the calf properly. She walks 
with the young as the herd travels, helping the calf along if it falls or gets 
struck in the mud. 
4 
While marching through the jungle, the calf is made to walk between the 
mother and baby-sitter.  
Cubs of polar bears are born blind. When the cubs are born the whole family 
stays in the den. The mother breaks the entrance to the den when her cubs 
weigh about 10 to 15 kg. For about 12 to 15 days, the family spends time 
outside the den while remaining nearby. The mother grazes on vegetation while 
the cubs become used to walking and playing. Female polar bears are noted for 
their affection towards their offspring.  
5 
 
6 
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H S I L G N E 
 
TIME: 3 hrs.                                                              M.M.: 90 
Please note: The students are not allowed to open the dictionary or any text 
book. 
                      
SECTION A – COMPREHENSION 
I. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (12 marks)  
 
Almost all creatures care for their young. Many animals play with their babies 
and show their love by touching and hugging them. 
1 
Most animals clean, feed and protect their babies. Birds also ‘teach’ their 
young ones how to go about in the world as adults.  
2 
A number of animals built home for their young. Tailorbirds and weaver birds, 
ants, wasps and bees are among nature’s master designers, engineers and 
architects. They weave, stitch and make different types of homes for their 
young using twigs, leaves, plant fibres, mud, saliva, wood and wax. 
3 
Female elephants care the longest for their calves. After a baby is born it is 
closely guarded for months. The mother usually selects a full time baby-sitter 
from her group. This baby sitter helps in raising the calf properly. She walks 
with the young as the herd travels, helping the calf along if it falls or gets 
struck in the mud. 
4 
While marching through the jungle, the calf is made to walk between the 
mother and baby-sitter.  
Cubs of polar bears are born blind. When the cubs are born the whole family 
stays in the den. The mother breaks the entrance to the den when her cubs 
weigh about 10 to 15 kg. For about 12 to 15 days, the family spends time 
outside the den while remaining nearby. The mother grazes on vegetation while 
the cubs become used to walking and playing. Female polar bears are noted for 
their affection towards their offspring.  
5 
 
6 
The males of a number of species also help look after the young. The male salt 
water crocodile is known to care for its babies when ‘mama’ is out for a swim. 
At mealtimes, the chief gorilla keeps watch while the females and the 
youngsters feed. Later, while the leader eats, the older male cubs keep guard. 
 
The animal world is full of examples of the close bond between parents and 
their young. 
7 
 
1. 
 
a) 
b) 
c) 
d) 
Choose the most suitable answer 
This passage is about ____________________________ 
animals and their friends 
how animals fight each other  
the existence of a bond between animal parents and their young ones. 
why animals have a close bond with their young ones. 
1 
2. Choose the most suitable answer 1 
 
a) 
Like human parents, animals also ______________________ 
obey their parents 
 
b) paint and draw  
c) scold their young ones  
d) care for their young  
2. Animals show affection for their young ones by _______________ 1 
3. Which animals are called nature’s engineers, designers and architects? 
Why? 
2 
4. Give two examples where the young ones of animals are looked after by 
their fathers. 
2 
5. Which animal cares for its young till they are quite grown? 1 
6. Why does an elephant calf walk between two adult females? 1 
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H S I L G N E 
 
TIME: 3 hrs.                                                              M.M.: 90 
Please note: The students are not allowed to open the dictionary or any text 
book. 
                      
SECTION A – COMPREHENSION 
I. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (12 marks)  
 
Almost all creatures care for their young. Many animals play with their babies 
and show their love by touching and hugging them. 
1 
Most animals clean, feed and protect their babies. Birds also ‘teach’ their 
young ones how to go about in the world as adults.  
2 
A number of animals built home for their young. Tailorbirds and weaver birds, 
ants, wasps and bees are among nature’s master designers, engineers and 
architects. They weave, stitch and make different types of homes for their 
young using twigs, leaves, plant fibres, mud, saliva, wood and wax. 
3 
Female elephants care the longest for their calves. After a baby is born it is 
closely guarded for months. The mother usually selects a full time baby-sitter 
from her group. This baby sitter helps in raising the calf properly. She walks 
with the young as the herd travels, helping the calf along if it falls or gets 
struck in the mud. 
4 
While marching through the jungle, the calf is made to walk between the 
mother and baby-sitter.  
Cubs of polar bears are born blind. When the cubs are born the whole family 
stays in the den. The mother breaks the entrance to the den when her cubs 
weigh about 10 to 15 kg. For about 12 to 15 days, the family spends time 
outside the den while remaining nearby. The mother grazes on vegetation while 
the cubs become used to walking and playing. Female polar bears are noted for 
their affection towards their offspring.  
5 
 
6 
The males of a number of species also help look after the young. The male salt 
water crocodile is known to care for its babies when ‘mama’ is out for a swim. 
At mealtimes, the chief gorilla keeps watch while the females and the 
youngsters feed. Later, while the leader eats, the older male cubs keep guard. 
 
The animal world is full of examples of the close bond between parents and 
their young. 
7 
 
1. 
 
a) 
b) 
c) 
d) 
Choose the most suitable answer 
This passage is about ____________________________ 
animals and their friends 
how animals fight each other  
the existence of a bond between animal parents and their young ones. 
why animals have a close bond with their young ones. 
1 
2. Choose the most suitable answer 1 
 
a) 
Like human parents, animals also ______________________ 
obey their parents 
 
b) paint and draw  
c) scold their young ones  
d) care for their young  
2. Animals show affection for their young ones by _______________ 1 
3. Which animals are called nature’s engineers, designers and architects? 
Why? 
2 
4. Give two examples where the young ones of animals are looked after by 
their fathers. 
2 
5. Which animal cares for its young till they are quite grown? 1 
6. Why does an elephant calf walk between two adult females? 1 
7. Why does a polar bear family remain near a den when the cubs are small? 1 
8. How do we know that animals care for their young? 1 
9. What is the role of the mother in raising the baby? Why is it important? 2 
 
II. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (10 marks) 
Two animals at Antoli village have attracted the attention of everyone 
including the wildlife activists. 
Honorary wildlife warden Rohit Vyas, who has visited the village several times 
said, “A leopard has been visiting a cow at regular intervals since October last 
year. After the villagers told us about the frequent visits of the leopard to 
the sugarcane field, our team visited the village to verify the story.” 
Vyas continued, “It was unbelievable, the leopard came close to the cow and 
the fearless cow licked the leopard on its head and neck.” 
Giving further details, Vyas added, “The dogs bark non-stop every night 
between 9.30 p.m. and 10.30 p.m. when the leopard comes to meet the waiting 
cow.” 
The Forest Department, which was trying to capture the beast, gave up its 
efforts after learning about the friendship. 
Besides, the leopard didn’t harm other animals in the village. In fact, the 
residents welcome the big cat. This was because other animals that could 
damage the crops fear the predator, so they stay away from the village. For 
now, wildlife officials are leaving the cat alone. A leopard can sometime 
change its spots! 
 
1. Which two animals have attracted the attention of the wildlife activists? 
Why? (2) 
2. Why did Rohit Vyas visit the village several times? (1) 
3. a) Why did the cow lick the leopard’s head and neck? (1) 
b) What does it show? (1) 
c) Why did the leopard allow the cow to lick its head and neck? (1) 
4. Why do you think the dogs barked non-stop? (1) 
5. Why did forest department give up its effort of capturing the leopard? (1) 
6. Did the villagers chase the leopard away? Give reasons for your answer. (2) 
 
SECTION B - LITERATURE (25) 
PART A 
1. Ravanna was arrogant and proud. Do you think so? Give appropriate reasons. (2) 
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H S I L G N E 
 
TIME: 3 hrs.                                                              M.M.: 90 
Please note: The students are not allowed to open the dictionary or any text 
book. 
                      
SECTION A – COMPREHENSION 
I. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (12 marks)  
 
Almost all creatures care for their young. Many animals play with their babies 
and show their love by touching and hugging them. 
1 
Most animals clean, feed and protect their babies. Birds also ‘teach’ their 
young ones how to go about in the world as adults.  
2 
A number of animals built home for their young. Tailorbirds and weaver birds, 
ants, wasps and bees are among nature’s master designers, engineers and 
architects. They weave, stitch and make different types of homes for their 
young using twigs, leaves, plant fibres, mud, saliva, wood and wax. 
3 
Female elephants care the longest for their calves. After a baby is born it is 
closely guarded for months. The mother usually selects a full time baby-sitter 
from her group. This baby sitter helps in raising the calf properly. She walks 
with the young as the herd travels, helping the calf along if it falls or gets 
struck in the mud. 
4 
While marching through the jungle, the calf is made to walk between the 
mother and baby-sitter.  
Cubs of polar bears are born blind. When the cubs are born the whole family 
stays in the den. The mother breaks the entrance to the den when her cubs 
weigh about 10 to 15 kg. For about 12 to 15 days, the family spends time 
outside the den while remaining nearby. The mother grazes on vegetation while 
the cubs become used to walking and playing. Female polar bears are noted for 
their affection towards their offspring.  
5 
 
6 
The males of a number of species also help look after the young. The male salt 
water crocodile is known to care for its babies when ‘mama’ is out for a swim. 
At mealtimes, the chief gorilla keeps watch while the females and the 
youngsters feed. Later, while the leader eats, the older male cubs keep guard. 
 
The animal world is full of examples of the close bond between parents and 
their young. 
7 
 
1. 
 
a) 
b) 
c) 
d) 
Choose the most suitable answer 
This passage is about ____________________________ 
animals and their friends 
how animals fight each other  
the existence of a bond between animal parents and their young ones. 
why animals have a close bond with their young ones. 
1 
2. Choose the most suitable answer 1 
 
a) 
Like human parents, animals also ______________________ 
obey their parents 
 
b) paint and draw  
c) scold their young ones  
d) care for their young  
2. Animals show affection for their young ones by _______________ 1 
3. Which animals are called nature’s engineers, designers and architects? 
Why? 
2 
4. Give two examples where the young ones of animals are looked after by 
their fathers. 
2 
5. Which animal cares for its young till they are quite grown? 1 
6. Why does an elephant calf walk between two adult females? 1 
7. Why does a polar bear family remain near a den when the cubs are small? 1 
8. How do we know that animals care for their young? 1 
9. What is the role of the mother in raising the baby? Why is it important? 2 
 
II. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (10 marks) 
Two animals at Antoli village have attracted the attention of everyone 
including the wildlife activists. 
Honorary wildlife warden Rohit Vyas, who has visited the village several times 
said, “A leopard has been visiting a cow at regular intervals since October last 
year. After the villagers told us about the frequent visits of the leopard to 
the sugarcane field, our team visited the village to verify the story.” 
Vyas continued, “It was unbelievable, the leopard came close to the cow and 
the fearless cow licked the leopard on its head and neck.” 
Giving further details, Vyas added, “The dogs bark non-stop every night 
between 9.30 p.m. and 10.30 p.m. when the leopard comes to meet the waiting 
cow.” 
The Forest Department, which was trying to capture the beast, gave up its 
efforts after learning about the friendship. 
Besides, the leopard didn’t harm other animals in the village. In fact, the 
residents welcome the big cat. This was because other animals that could 
damage the crops fear the predator, so they stay away from the village. For 
now, wildlife officials are leaving the cat alone. A leopard can sometime 
change its spots! 
 
1. Which two animals have attracted the attention of the wildlife activists? 
Why? (2) 
2. Why did Rohit Vyas visit the village several times? (1) 
3. a) Why did the cow lick the leopard’s head and neck? (1) 
b) What does it show? (1) 
c) Why did the leopard allow the cow to lick its head and neck? (1) 
4. Why do you think the dogs barked non-stop? (1) 
5. Why did forest department give up its effort of capturing the leopard? (1) 
6. Did the villagers chase the leopard away? Give reasons for your answer. (2) 
 
SECTION B - LITERATURE (25) 
PART A 
1. Ravanna was arrogant and proud. Do you think so? Give appropriate reasons. (2) 
2. Give two examples of the cruel nature of human beings from the lesson ‘Too 
Much Killing’. (2) 
3. Should values such as kindness be taught in schools? Why? (2) 
4.  Mareecha did not want to be a part of Ravanna’s plan. Why? Explain giving two 
suitable reasons. (1.5) 
5. What is the basic difference between hunting by human beings and hunting by 
animals? (1.5) 
6. After reading the lesson, ‘Ravanna’ describe how you feel about Ravanna. 
Answer in about 40 words. (1.5) 
7. Why couldn’t Mr. L teach his students to be kind? (1.5) 
 
PART B 
8. What kind of life did Perseus decide to choose after Pallas Athene came in his 
dream and why? (2)  
9. Give an example each of Perseus’ courage and Andromeda’s selfless nature. (2) 
10. Which characters in the play ‘The Three Japanese folk plays’ show 
foolishness? Give suitable examples. (2) 
11. Polydectes was both cunning and cruel. Do you agree? Give suitable reasons to 
support your answer. (2) 
12. Give two examples of greed from the play ‘The Three Japanese folk plays’. (2) 
 
PART C (Answer any three) 
13. How did the lady in the poem ‘Death of the Lady’ try to escape her death? (1)  
14. Is ‘The Akond of Swat’ a mysterious character? Why? (1) 
15. Do you think ‘Barbara Allen’ is a sad poem? Why? (1) 
16. Do you think the soldier in the poem ‘Soldier, Soldier’ was dishonest? Why? (1) 
 
SECTION C – GRAMMAR (23) 
1.  
(a) Fill in the blanks using the first type of conditional. (1/2 X 8 = 4) 
1. I will visit the zoo if I __________ time. (has) 
2. If I have money, I ___________ a suitable present for you.(buy) 
3. If I tell the truth, no one ____________ me. (believe) 
4. If she arrives in time, we _____________ to the theatre. (go) 
5. The match will be cancelled if ____________. (rain) 
6. If you aren’t careful, you _______________ your dress. (spoil) 
7. You ______________ ill if you starve. (fall) 
8. If the weather ______________, we will go to the park. (good) 
 
(b) Complete the following sentences using the first type of conditional:  
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H S I L G N E 
 
TIME: 3 hrs.                                                              M.M.: 90 
Please note: The students are not allowed to open the dictionary or any text 
book. 
                      
SECTION A – COMPREHENSION 
I. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (12 marks)  
 
Almost all creatures care for their young. Many animals play with their babies 
and show their love by touching and hugging them. 
1 
Most animals clean, feed and protect their babies. Birds also ‘teach’ their 
young ones how to go about in the world as adults.  
2 
A number of animals built home for their young. Tailorbirds and weaver birds, 
ants, wasps and bees are among nature’s master designers, engineers and 
architects. They weave, stitch and make different types of homes for their 
young using twigs, leaves, plant fibres, mud, saliva, wood and wax. 
3 
Female elephants care the longest for their calves. After a baby is born it is 
closely guarded for months. The mother usually selects a full time baby-sitter 
from her group. This baby sitter helps in raising the calf properly. She walks 
with the young as the herd travels, helping the calf along if it falls or gets 
struck in the mud. 
4 
While marching through the jungle, the calf is made to walk between the 
mother and baby-sitter.  
Cubs of polar bears are born blind. When the cubs are born the whole family 
stays in the den. The mother breaks the entrance to the den when her cubs 
weigh about 10 to 15 kg. For about 12 to 15 days, the family spends time 
outside the den while remaining nearby. The mother grazes on vegetation while 
the cubs become used to walking and playing. Female polar bears are noted for 
their affection towards their offspring.  
5 
 
6 
The males of a number of species also help look after the young. The male salt 
water crocodile is known to care for its babies when ‘mama’ is out for a swim. 
At mealtimes, the chief gorilla keeps watch while the females and the 
youngsters feed. Later, while the leader eats, the older male cubs keep guard. 
 
The animal world is full of examples of the close bond between parents and 
their young. 
7 
 
1. 
 
a) 
b) 
c) 
d) 
Choose the most suitable answer 
This passage is about ____________________________ 
animals and their friends 
how animals fight each other  
the existence of a bond between animal parents and their young ones. 
why animals have a close bond with their young ones. 
1 
2. Choose the most suitable answer 1 
 
a) 
Like human parents, animals also ______________________ 
obey their parents 
 
b) paint and draw  
c) scold their young ones  
d) care for their young  
2. Animals show affection for their young ones by _______________ 1 
3. Which animals are called nature’s engineers, designers and architects? 
Why? 
2 
4. Give two examples where the young ones of animals are looked after by 
their fathers. 
2 
5. Which animal cares for its young till they are quite grown? 1 
6. Why does an elephant calf walk between two adult females? 1 
7. Why does a polar bear family remain near a den when the cubs are small? 1 
8. How do we know that animals care for their young? 1 
9. What is the role of the mother in raising the baby? Why is it important? 2 
 
II. Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow: (10 marks) 
Two animals at Antoli village have attracted the attention of everyone 
including the wildlife activists. 
Honorary wildlife warden Rohit Vyas, who has visited the village several times 
said, “A leopard has been visiting a cow at regular intervals since October last 
year. After the villagers told us about the frequent visits of the leopard to 
the sugarcane field, our team visited the village to verify the story.” 
Vyas continued, “It was unbelievable, the leopard came close to the cow and 
the fearless cow licked the leopard on its head and neck.” 
Giving further details, Vyas added, “The dogs bark non-stop every night 
between 9.30 p.m. and 10.30 p.m. when the leopard comes to meet the waiting 
cow.” 
The Forest Department, which was trying to capture the beast, gave up its 
efforts after learning about the friendship. 
Besides, the leopard didn’t harm other animals in the village. In fact, the 
residents welcome the big cat. This was because other animals that could 
damage the crops fear the predator, so they stay away from the village. For 
now, wildlife officials are leaving the cat alone. A leopard can sometime 
change its spots! 
 
1. Which two animals have attracted the attention of the wildlife activists? 
Why? (2) 
2. Why did Rohit Vyas visit the village several times? (1) 
3. a) Why did the cow lick the leopard’s head and neck? (1) 
b) What does it show? (1) 
c) Why did the leopard allow the cow to lick its head and neck? (1) 
4. Why do you think the dogs barked non-stop? (1) 
5. Why did forest department give up its effort of capturing the leopard? (1) 
6. Did the villagers chase the leopard away? Give reasons for your answer. (2) 
 
SECTION B - LITERATURE (25) 
PART A 
1. Ravanna was arrogant and proud. Do you think so? Give appropriate reasons. (2) 
2. Give two examples of the cruel nature of human beings from the lesson ‘Too 
Much Killing’. (2) 
3. Should values such as kindness be taught in schools? Why? (2) 
4.  Mareecha did not want to be a part of Ravanna’s plan. Why? Explain giving two 
suitable reasons. (1.5) 
5. What is the basic difference between hunting by human beings and hunting by 
animals? (1.5) 
6. After reading the lesson, ‘Ravanna’ describe how you feel about Ravanna. 
Answer in about 40 words. (1.5) 
7. Why couldn’t Mr. L teach his students to be kind? (1.5) 
 
PART B 
8. What kind of life did Perseus decide to choose after Pallas Athene came in his 
dream and why? (2)  
9. Give an example each of Perseus’ courage and Andromeda’s selfless nature. (2) 
10. Which characters in the play ‘The Three Japanese folk plays’ show 
foolishness? Give suitable examples. (2) 
11. Polydectes was both cunning and cruel. Do you agree? Give suitable reasons to 
support your answer. (2) 
12. Give two examples of greed from the play ‘The Three Japanese folk plays’. (2) 
 
PART C (Answer any three) 
13. How did the lady in the poem ‘Death of the Lady’ try to escape her death? (1)  
14. Is ‘The Akond of Swat’ a mysterious character? Why? (1) 
15. Do you think ‘Barbara Allen’ is a sad poem? Why? (1) 
16. Do you think the soldier in the poem ‘Soldier, Soldier’ was dishonest? Why? (1) 
 
SECTION C – GRAMMAR (23) 
1.  
(a) Fill in the blanks using the first type of conditional. (1/2 X 8 = 4) 
1. I will visit the zoo if I __________ time. (has) 
2. If I have money, I ___________ a suitable present for you.(buy) 
3. If I tell the truth, no one ____________ me. (believe) 
4. If she arrives in time, we _____________ to the theatre. (go) 
5. The match will be cancelled if ____________. (rain) 
6. If you aren’t careful, you _______________ your dress. (spoil) 
7. You ______________ ill if you starve. (fall) 
8. If the weather ______________, we will go to the park. (good) 
 
(b) Complete the following sentences using the first type of conditional:  
                                                                             (1X6 = 6) 
1. If you aren’t healthy, _________________________ 
2. She will look very beautiful _____________________________ 
3. If I study hard, ___________________________ 
4. If you eat too much, ______________________________ 
5. I will go to the market _________________________________ 
6. My mother will scold me ____________________________________ 
 
3. Put the verbs given in brackets in the correct tense. (1/2 X 16 = 8) 
(i) Son: What ________ (be) you _________ (do) mother? 
      Mother: Why are you late? I _________ (wait) for half an hour. I 
___________ (make) some cookies for you. 
Son: Ah, wonderful! I am hungry. I ________ (not eat) anything for four 
hours. 
 
(ii)  Rajesh _______________ (sleep) for an hour now. I ______________ 
(ask) him to get up since then but he has hardly paid attention to my 
request. Now, I __________ (frustrate) and ______________ (decide) to 
go alone. 
 
(iii) The match __________ (start) when we ______________ (reach) the 
stadium. I was tired as we ___________ (wait) there for my friend to 
arrive with the passes for the match. 
 
(iv) Ashok ___________(finish) his assignment soon. By this time next year he 
__________ (take) his university degree.  He and his family ___________ 
(go) to spend this one year in anticipation. His parents are sure that he 
_____________ (go) to succeed. 
 
4. Fill in the following blanks using since/for wherever suitable: 
                                                                         (1/2 X 4 = 2) 
a) He has been living here _____________ 1950. 
b) I haven’t worn this dress ______________ two years. 
c) He hasn’t been here ___________ months. 
d) I have been waiting for my friend’s call ____________ yesterday morning. 
 
SECTION – D (COMPOSITION) 
 
Write a paragraph of about 20 lines on any one of the following topics: 
(10)