My Elder Brother Class 5 Worksheet English Marigold

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i)Why does Bhaiya insist on studying for long hours?
(a) He enjoys learning new things
(b) He believes it will strengthen his educational foundation
(c) He wants to avoid playing games
(d) He aims to impress his teachers
Ans: (b) 

Bhaiya stresses the importance of a solid education, saying that studying well is key to understanding and remembering things, which is important for doing well in school.

(ii) What does Munna prefer to do instead of studying?
(a) Drawing
(b) Playing outdoor games
(c) Watching television
(d) Reading other books
Ans: (b) 

Munna prefers playing outside with marbles and flying kites because he enjoys it more and finds it more fun than studying.

(iii) What is Bhaiya's reaction to the idea of going to the fair?
(a) He is excited
(b) He reluctantly agrees
(c) He firmly refuses
(d) He promises to think about it
Ans: (c)

Bhaiya strongly says no to going to the fair, stressing that it's more important to focus on studies instead of spending time on fun activities that might distract from learning.

(iv) How does Bhaiya organize Munna's daily activities?
(a) By allowing him free play
(b) By scheduling strict study times
(c) By ignoring his activities
(d) By encouraging more television time
Ans: (b)

Bhaiya makes a strict schedule for Munna, setting specific times for each subject to help him become more disciplined and improve his schoolwork.

(v) What lesson does Munna learn by the end of the play?
(a) To avoid outdoor activities
(b) The importance of time management
(c) That studying is unnecessary
(d) That he should teach Bhaiya about fun
Ans: (b) 

By the end of the story, Munna realizes the value of time management from Bhaiya. He starts to see how balancing study and play can make life more enjoyable and productive.

Q2: Fill in the blanks

(i) My elder brother is ______ years older than me.
(ii) My elder brother's favorite sport is ______.
(iii) In our family, my elder brother is the ______ child.
(iv) My elder brother helps me with my ______.
(v) My elder brother and I often go ______ together.
Ans: 
(i) 5
(ii) Chess
(iii) Eldest
(iv) Homework
(v) Cycling

Q3: True or False

(i) My elder brother is younger than me.
(ii) My elder brother is very good at chess.
(iii) My elder brother does not help me with my homework.
(iv) We often play football together.
(v) My elder brother is the youngest child in our family.
Ans: 
(i) False 

The elder brother is older than the student, not younger.

(ii) True 

The story highlights that the elder brother is highly skilled at chess.

(iii) False 

The story highlights that the elder brother helps the student with their homework.

(iv) False

The story highlights that the student and their elder brother often play cycling together, not football.

(v) False

The story highlights that the elder brother is the eldest child in the family, not the youngest.

Q4: Very Short Answer Questions

(i) Who are the two main characters in the play?
Ans: The two main characters are Bhaiya and Munna.

(ii) What is Bhaiya’s attitude towards studying?
Ans: Bhaiya believes studying is very important and that one must work hard to succeed.

(iii) What is the main conflict between Bhaiya and Munna?
Ans: The main conflict is Bhaiya’s insistence on studying hard while Munna prefers to play and have fun. 

(iv) What does Bhaiya mean when he says, “If the base is strong then the building will stand firmly”?
Ans: Bhaiya means that a strong foundation in education is necessary for future success.

(v) Was Munna happy with the timetable that his Bhaiya made for him? Give reason.
Ans: Munna was not happy with the timetable because there is no time for play in that timetable.

Q5: Short Answer Questions

(i) Why do Bhaiya avoid to go to a fair or cricket or hockey match?

Ans: Bhaiya do not want to go to a fair or any match because he do not want to waste his time on all these things, in that time he prefers to read his books.

(ii) How does Bhaiya show his care for Munna?

Ans: Bhaiya makes a timetable for Munna to help him study better and emphasizes the importance of education.

(iii) What thing Munna like to do? 

Ans: Munna like to play with his friends or sit idling away with them for fun, play marbles and fly paper kites.

(iv) Why does Bhaiya remind Munna about their parents’ experiences?
Ans: Bhaiya reminds Munna that their parents, despite their limited education, have valuable life experiences and wisdom that are important.

Q6. Create character profiles for Bhaiya and Munna. Use the template below to fill in details about their traits, beliefs, and relationships.

Q7.  Write a short story (5-6 sentences) about a time you learned something valuable outside of school.

Ans: Last summer, I went to my grandmother’s village. I learned how to plant vegetables in her garden. At first, it was hard to dig the soil, but I enjoyed watching the seeds grow. My grandmother taught me patience and the importance of caring for living things. It was a fun way to learn about nature, and I felt proud when we harvested the vegetables together!