Class 5 English Question Answers

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option:It was cold so I _____ the door. (a)Shut(b)Was shut (c)Am shut(d)Shutted

Fill in the blank with the appropriate verb.You have done your work. You _______ go home.(a)will(b)could(c)may(d)must

You are Rahul\/Rashmi. You won the drawing competition of the Winter Carnival held in your school. Write a diary entry describing how you feel.

Put in a\/an or some where necessary. If no word is necessary leave the space empty (-).________ birds such as the penguin cannot fly.(a)some(b)a(c)an(d)(-)

Read the given sentence and frame it in the present perfect tense:Last week the bus fare was 80 pence. Now it _______ to 90 pence. (a)Has gone up(b)Is going up(c)Had gone up (d)Has been gone up

Choose the correct meaning of the given phrase.“A blind alley”(a)Lane closed at one end(b)A blind boy(c)A blind puppy(d)Absent-minded(e)Ignorant man

Select the option which is farthest in meaning to the given word- Intimidating (a)Authoritative (b)Casual (c)Non-serious (d)Friendly

Convert compound sentence to simple sentence:She is not only pretty but also clever.(a)No change(b)She is pretty and clever.(c)She is pretty but also clever.(d)Besides being pretty she is clever.

Select the synonym for the following word from the options given below:CARESSa. Tormentb. Upholdc. Patd. Provide

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I'll be there in half ____ hour.(a)No article(b)An(c)A (d)The

Choose the option which means the opposite of the given word:Lackadaisicala. Intelligentb. Dullc. Enthusiasticd. Monthly

Identify the antonym of the italicized word:Double-decker buses are still extant in some cities of India.a. unheededb. forgottenc. deadd. extinguished

Against the given word there are some alternatives one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.EXHUME(a)Bury(b)Decipher(c)Admit(d)Integrate

Change the following statement into indirect speech.My mother said ” May Heaven bless you.”a. My mother said that Heaven might bless you.b. My mother wished that Heaven may bless you.c. My mother wished that Heaven might bless him.d. My mother told that Heaven might bless him.

Choose the word which can be best described using the below adjective.‘Bald’(a)head(b)eyes(c)lips(d)face

Select the word which means the opposite of the given word:Compress(a)Squeeze(b)Constrict(c)Expand(d)Pierce

Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition.I looked _____ my watch to see how long the lecture was.(a)within(b)by(c)on(d)at

Fill in the blank from the alternatives given below:He threw _____ nuts to the monkeys.(a)A little(b)Some(c)Few(d)Much

Transform sentences with 'as soon as' to sentences with 'no sooner than'.As soon as Jake went into the room one of the robbers attacked him.(a)No sooner had Jake gone into the room then one of the robbers attacked him.(b)No sooner had Jake gone into the room than one of the robbers attacked him.(c)No sooner had Jake went into the room than one of the robbers attacked him.(d)No sooner did Jake went into the room than one of the robbers attacked him.

Select the meaning of the given phrase\/idiom:Add fuel to the fire(a) To make something worse(b) To cool something(c) To convince an angry person(d) To throw fuel at a burning object

Separate the Subject and the Predicate in the following sentence.All roads lead to Rome.(a)Subject- Rome; Predicate- All roads lead to(b)Subject- All roads; Predicate- Lead to Rome(c)Subject- All; Predicate- roads Lead to Rome(d)Subject- Lead to Rome; Predicate- All roads

Identify the correct word from the given options which means the following- One for whom the whole world is one's home.(a)Cosmopolitan (b)Humanitarian(c)International(d)Tourist

Identify the best topic sentence for the following paragraph:\nIn European universities students do not need to attend classes. As a matter of fact German professors usually do not even know the names of their students. On the contrary in the United States students must attend every class and may be penalized for not doing so. Additionally in the European system students usually only have to appear for one comprehensive examination after their four or five years of study. On the other hand in the American system each semester ends with an exam and there are numerous assignments quizzes and tests throughout the semester.\n(a) Students prefer to study in Europe rather than America(b) University systems can vary considerably from country to country(c)There is considerable debate as to which is better: the European education system or the American Education system.(d)The American education system is more rigorous than the European education system.

Madhuri Pandya the president student's Forum Ganesh High School Bapunagarbad writes a notice Inspiring the student to contribute their articles stories Poems and pictures for the English wall magazine. Draft the notice with details and whom to contact in 40 words.

Complete the following passage with the right forms of words given in brackets:Personality is the __1__ (combine) of physical emotional spiritual and psychological aspects in a person. If you __2__ (wishing) to enhance your personality start by respecting yourself and believing in your ability to win respect from others. In your __3__ (interact) with others be polite and gentle doing good to them as far as possible. Speak only when it is __4__ (require) and is of utmost necessity.

Correct the sentence as the underlined point- Five years ago on this date I am sitting in a small Japanese car driving across Poland towards Berlin. a)Was sittingb)Satc)Have been sitting d)No improvement

Fill in the blank with the appropriate option:Among the factors _____ to the low productivity in agriculture the first place is occupied by irregular water supply.(a)producing(b)showing(c)resulting(d)contributing

Find the synonym of the underlined word.Nobody has the faintest idea where the politician gained all his wealth. All that is known about him is that he was leading a humble life not long ago.(a)confiscated(b)obscured(c)purloined(d)conquered(e)acquired

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word: Predilection(a) Antipathy(b) Ignorance(c) Dissonance(d) Disharmony

Identify the subject of the following sentence:We need a visionary to reconcile the contradictory pulls of the two.(a)a visionary(b)we(c)We need a visionary(d)the contradictory pulls

Select the word which means the opposite of the given word:Perfect(a)Flawless(b)Pure(c)Damaged(d)Faultless

Choose the correct answer for the following question.Do they live in England?(a)Yes they live(b)No they don’t have(c)Yes they do(d)No they aren’t

Against the given word there are some alternatives one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.OSTENTATIOUSa. Showyb. Talkativec. Noisyd. Wealthy

Change the following sentence to the passive form.The workers clean the streets every day.a. The streets were cleaned every day by the workers.b. The workers used to clean the streets every day.c. The streets are cleaned every day by the workers.d. The workers were cleaning the streets every day.

Fill in the blank with a suitable verb.Two bags of rice ______ only 7 pounds.(a)costs(b)cost(c)costing(d)have costing

Out of the given alternatives choose the one which is closest in meaning to the italicised word in the sentence.The two brothers should not vie with each other but work in cooperation.(a)fight(b)conspire(c)compete(d)envy

Rearrange the following words and phrases to form a meaningful sentence:in increasing \/ cities \/ they help \/ connectivity \/ between(a) Cities connectivity in increasing between they help.(b) Connectivity they help in increasing between cities.(c) They help cities in increasing connectivity between.(d) They help in increasing connectivity between cities.

Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the italicized bold part of the sentence:The boy was incorrigible and a constant source of trouble to his mother.(a)truant(b)bad beyond correction(c)rash(d)dishonest

Replace the underlined noun with the appropriate verb in the below sentence:The doctor has to pay attention to the elderly patient first.(a)The doctor has to attention the elderly patients first.(b)The doctor has to attend to the elderly patients first.(c)The doctor has to be attentive to the elderly patients first.(d)The doctor has to attent to the elderly patients first.

What does ‘characters’ of a story mean?a. themeb. eventsc. peopled. moral

Change the following sentence to Passive voice:Does he speak English?a. Did he speak English?b. Will he speak English?c. Does he know English?d. Is English spoken by him?

Use appropriate articles to complete the sentence- I don’t usually have _____ lunch but I always eat _____ good breakfast.a)A; ab)The; thec)No article; thed)No article; a

Where did the geese live?

Rearrange the following sentence in the correct order:a. the interview panelb. the girl waitedc. to appear befored. patiently for her turna. a-b-c-db. b-d-c-ac. b-d-a-cd. a-b-d-c

What do the following words describe in the poem?A) joyfulB) littleC) round

What kind of man was Rip van winkle?

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.My brother doesn’t like coffee _________ I do.(a)neither(b)but(c)nor(d)so

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.“Have you seen my grammar book?” Nancy wanted to know _________ grammar book.(a)whether she’d seen my (b)if I’d seen her(c)did I see her (d)I’d seen her

Choose the best option to complete the given conversation:Dara: Hi Sheila! Nice to meet you. I’ve heard so much about you.Sheila: Hi Dara! __________ I hope!(a)It is true(b)That’s great(c)Good for you(d)All good things

Rewrite the question in the passive voice:This room looks different. Have you painted it?(a)Have you painted the room?(b)Did you paint the room?(c)Has the room been painted by you?(d)Was this room painted by you?

Identify the part of speech that has been underlined:He told us all about the battle.(a) Adverb (b) Preposition (c) Conjunction(d) Interjection

Select the word closest in meaning to the given word.Admonish(a) Applaud(b) Pacify(c) Warn(d) Appeal

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word-Strident(a)Stable(b)Present(c)Musical(d)Melodious

Read the sentence to find out the possible substitution for the underlined part-I am looking forward joining your organization.(a) To joining(b) Join in(c) Having joined(d) No improvement

Write a paragraph using the following outline in about 100 words:Keep surroundings clean- learn this habit at a young age- good for society- don’t litter the streets- roadside- with garbage rubbish- advise friends- neighbours- clean society- clean habits- good health

Change the following text into passive voice.1.The teacher called the students.2.He gave them work.3.Who broke my new toy car?

Write a composition (350-400 words)You were on a school trip and were on your way back to the hotel late one night when your school bus full of children broke down in a lonely area. Describe what you saw and experienced as you looked around. How was the problem solved?

Write an essay by developing the following hints .The giant – lovely garden – went to see friend – children played –giant returned – built a high wall – nowhere to play – no spring – only winter – children entered – through a hole – became friends – spring came – saw a small boy – helped to climb the tree – giant became old – longed to see the boy – one day boy came – took him to paradise.

Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate words.A: When _____ Turkmenistan become independent?B: It ______ independent on _______.(a)did \/ became \/ the 27th of October 1991(b)became \/ did \/ 27 the 1991 October(c)did \/ became \/ the 27th of 1991 October(d)did \/ did \/ 1991 the 27th of October

Find the synonym of the underlined word.The basic drive in the philosopher’s life was the pursuit of knowledge and of happiness.(a)glorification(b)communication(c)quest(d)dissemination(e)examination

Select the most appropriate synonym for the word given below:Plush(a)Comforting(b)Luxurious(c)Tasty(d)Delicious

Choose the correct sequence of the options to form an appropriate passage.S1 The Diwali festival is one of the most important Indian festivals.S2S3S4S5 So the people of Ayodhya illuminated the whole cityP - It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and excitement all over IndiaQ - It is a festival of lightsR - It is celebrated in honour of the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after fourteen years of exile(a)PQR(b)PRQ(c)QPR(d)RPQ

Choose the word which means the following.The policy of extending a country’s empire and influence.(a)communism(b)internationalism(c)capitalism(d)imperialism

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.The gang leader and his _____ were convicted.(a) Colleagues(b) Disciples(c) Students(d) Accomplices

Identify the correct word from the given options which means the following:The study of birdsa. ornithologyb. philologyc. orologyd. geology

Choose the correct phrase to complete the sentence:The principal wanted to discuss _____ with the teachers.a. on the matterb. about the matterc. the matterd. regarding the matter

Write a general essay in about 200 words on the following topic.My future plans.

Write a letter to your elder brother seeking his advice as to how to study better to get good marks explaining to him your main difficulties and problems. Your address is 102 Saraswati Lok.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I always enjoyed ______ in that lake in summer.(a)to have swum(b)been swimming(c)to swimming(d)swimming

Fill in the blank with a suitable conjunction: I’d feel very angry _____ somebody broke into my house. (a)If (b)Whether (c)Otherwise (d)After

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word:‘LISSOME’(a)Ungainly(b)Huge(c)Pungent(d)Crude

Find the synonym of the underlined word.Accidental oil spills due to a number of causes are a major source of pollution of the Earth’s oceans.(a)barters(b)shortages(c)transactions(d)misfortunes(e)releases

For the following question arrange the sentences A B C and D between sentences 1 and 6 to form a logical sequence with sentence 1 and sentence 6 as the starting sentence and the concluding sentence respectively:(1)Sporting memorabilia is not a big business in India(A)On the face of the bat are two oil portraits of Gavaskar along with his career statistics highlighted on the teakwood frame.(B)Recognising the potential of the country DWP sports in Australia have launched a Sunil Gavaskar Legend of Cricket Bat making it the first such product they have marketed especially for India.(C)Unlike the rest of the world where a basketball autographed by Michael Jordan or Sir Donald Bradman’s bat can fetch a fortune.(D)But things could be changing here.(6)The batsman universally acknowledged as one of the greatest ever said ‘I’m honoured that I’ve been chosen for it.’(a)CDBA(b)CBDA(c)CABD(d)CADB

Form an adjective from the following noun: king(a) kingful(b) kingish(c) kingly(d) kinged

Choose the exact meaning of the idiom\/phrase.In abeyance(a)in absence(b)in no time(c)in a nutshell(d)in suspension

Fill in the blank from the alternatives given below:He threw _____ nuts to the monkeys.(a)A little(b)Some(c)Few(d)Much

Choose the word that is most nearly the opposite in meaning of the word given in capital. RELINQUISH(a)Withdraw (b)Attack (c)Assume (d)Conquer

Change the following sentence to passive voice.Many housewives do not cook food.a. Food will not be cooked by many housewives.b. Cooking of food is not done by many housewives.c. Food is not cooked by many housewives.d. Food cannot be cooked by many housewives.

Identify the adjectives in the following sentence:What an idea! It’s brilliant.(a)Idea(b)Brilliant(c)An(d)None of the above

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from those given in the options.Children _____ obey their teachers. a. shouldb. wouldc. mayd. ought

You are Ram\/Reema of Gandhi Nagar Ahmedabad. Write a letter to a bookseller in about 120-150 words placing an order for books.

From the below-mentioned options identify the sentence which is in the active voice:a. Little drops of water form a mighty ocean.b. Handicraft items are sold in this fair by the tribals.c. He was scolded by his class teacher.d. The invitations for the function were posted yesterday.

You are Sanchita \/ Sachin 15 Mall Road Delhi. Write a letter in 120 - 150 words to a friend telling him about the award ceremony for felicitating the toppers of your school.

Fill in the blank with a suitable modal verb:Congratulations on passing your exam. You ______ be very pleased.(a)will(b)can(c)must(d)could

Fill in the blank with suitable option:Tim was accused ______ stealing his aunt's necklace. (a)For (b)Upon (c)Of (d)On

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I’m small. I wish I ____ small.(a)am not(b)was(c)were(d)weren’t

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.There is some milk. I’d like to drink _______.(a)they(b)it(c)them(d)its

Choose the appropriate synonym for the given word:Admonition(a)Weapon(b)Preamble(c)Rebuke(d)Alarm

Change the following sentence into passive voice:Who is playing football?(a)Football is played by whom?(b)By whom is football played?(c)By whom is football being played?(d)By whom is football been played?

It _____ rain today. There are so many clouds in the sky. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank.(a)can(b)has to (c)may(d)should(e)mustn’t

Somebody is following us.Rewrite the sentence beginning from ‘We…’:a. We are followed (by somebody).b. We were followed (by somebody).c. We are being followed (by someone).d. We were being followed (by someone).

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I have _____ close friends. Two or three.(a)a lot of (b)a little (c)a few (d)much

Read the sentence carefully and find out if there is any error in any part (a b c) of the sentence:(a)The king was embarrassed (b) to find evidence (c) against his own queen. (a) a(b) b(c) c(d) No error

Fill in the blank with a suitable option:Ajay said “I lost my ball in the ground.”Ajay said that ________ in the ground.(a)he lost my ball(b)he lost his ball(c)he had lost his ball(d)he had lost my ball

Choose the word which can be substituted for the given words\/sentence- A sea abounding in islands. a)Straitb)Archipelagoc)Ocean d)Gulf

What kind of child was Sanatombi?

What did the frog do all day?

Choose the word which can be substituted for the italicized words in the sentence.Sunil was buying tickets at the counter when suddenly he noticed a lady’s purse lying on the floor.(a)Reticule(b)Parasol(c)Vestibule(d)Veil \n

Choose the word that can be substituted for the given word or phrase.‘A man who hates marriage’(a)polyandrist(b)bigot(c)misogamist(d)widower

Out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the italicised part of the sentence- The patient began to rave incoherently in a fit of high fever.(a)Talk wildly (b)Express anger(c)Pray meekly(d)Deny forcefully

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option:It was cold so I _____ the door. (a)Shut(b)Was shut (c)Am shut(d)Shutted

Fill in the blank with the appropriate verb.You have done your work. You _______ go home.(a)will(b)could(c)may(d)must

You are Rahul\/Rashmi. You won the drawing competition of the Winter Carnival held in your school. Write a diary entry describing how you feel.

Put in a\/an or some where necessary. If no word is necessary leave the space empty (-).________ birds such as the penguin cannot fly.(a)some(b)a(c)an(d)(-)

Read the given sentence and frame it in the present perfect tense:Last week the bus fare was 80 pence. Now it _______ to 90 pence. (a)Has gone up(b)Is going up(c)Had gone up (d)Has been gone up

Choose the correct meaning of the given phrase.“A blind alley”(a)Lane closed at one end(b)A blind boy(c)A blind puppy(d)Absent-minded(e)Ignorant man

Select the option which is farthest in meaning to the given word- Intimidating (a)Authoritative (b)Casual (c)Non-serious (d)Friendly

Convert compound sentence to simple sentence:She is not only pretty but also clever.(a)No change(b)She is pretty and clever.(c)She is pretty but also clever.(d)Besides being pretty she is clever.

Select the synonym for the following word from the options given below:CARESSa. Tormentb. Upholdc. Patd. Provide

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I'll be there in half ____ hour.(a)No article(b)An(c)A (d)The

Choose the option which means the opposite of the given word:Lackadaisicala. Intelligentb. Dullc. Enthusiasticd. Monthly

Identify the antonym of the italicized word:Double-decker buses are still extant in some cities of India.a. unheededb. forgottenc. deadd. extinguished

Against the given word there are some alternatives one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.EXHUME(a)Bury(b)Decipher(c)Admit(d)Integrate

Change the following statement into indirect speech.My mother said ” May Heaven bless you.”a. My mother said that Heaven might bless you.b. My mother wished that Heaven may bless you.c. My mother wished that Heaven might bless him.d. My mother told that Heaven might bless him.

Choose the word which can be best described using the below adjective.‘Bald’(a)head(b)eyes(c)lips(d)face

Select the word which means the opposite of the given word:Compress(a)Squeeze(b)Constrict(c)Expand(d)Pierce

Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition.I looked _____ my watch to see how long the lecture was.(a)within(b)by(c)on(d)at

Fill in the blank from the alternatives given below:He threw _____ nuts to the monkeys.(a)A little(b)Some(c)Few(d)Much

Transform sentences with 'as soon as' to sentences with 'no sooner than'.As soon as Jake went into the room one of the robbers attacked him.(a)No sooner had Jake gone into the room then one of the robbers attacked him.(b)No sooner had Jake gone into the room than one of the robbers attacked him.(c)No sooner had Jake went into the room than one of the robbers attacked him.(d)No sooner did Jake went into the room than one of the robbers attacked him.

Select the meaning of the given phrase\/idiom:Add fuel to the fire(a) To make something worse(b) To cool something(c) To convince an angry person(d) To throw fuel at a burning object

Separate the Subject and the Predicate in the following sentence.All roads lead to Rome.(a)Subject- Rome; Predicate- All roads lead to(b)Subject- All roads; Predicate- Lead to Rome(c)Subject- All; Predicate- roads Lead to Rome(d)Subject- Lead to Rome; Predicate- All roads

Identify the correct word from the given options which means the following- One for whom the whole world is one's home.(a)Cosmopolitan (b)Humanitarian(c)International(d)Tourist

Identify the best topic sentence for the following paragraph:\nIn European universities students do not need to attend classes. As a matter of fact German professors usually do not even know the names of their students. On the contrary in the United States students must attend every class and may be penalized for not doing so. Additionally in the European system students usually only have to appear for one comprehensive examination after their four or five years of study. On the other hand in the American system each semester ends with an exam and there are numerous assignments quizzes and tests throughout the semester.\n(a) Students prefer to study in Europe rather than America(b) University systems can vary considerably from country to country(c)There is considerable debate as to which is better: the European education system or the American Education system.(d)The American education system is more rigorous than the European education system.

Madhuri Pandya the president student's Forum Ganesh High School Bapunagarbad writes a notice Inspiring the student to contribute their articles stories Poems and pictures for the English wall magazine. Draft the notice with details and whom to contact in 40 words.

Complete the following passage with the right forms of words given in brackets:Personality is the __1__ (combine) of physical emotional spiritual and psychological aspects in a person. If you __2__ (wishing) to enhance your personality start by respecting yourself and believing in your ability to win respect from others. In your __3__ (interact) with others be polite and gentle doing good to them as far as possible. Speak only when it is __4__ (require) and is of utmost necessity.

Correct the sentence as the underlined point- Five years ago on this date I am sitting in a small Japanese car driving across Poland towards Berlin. a)Was sittingb)Satc)Have been sitting d)No improvement

Fill in the blank with the appropriate option:Among the factors _____ to the low productivity in agriculture the first place is occupied by irregular water supply.(a)producing(b)showing(c)resulting(d)contributing

Find the synonym of the underlined word.Nobody has the faintest idea where the politician gained all his wealth. All that is known about him is that he was leading a humble life not long ago.(a)confiscated(b)obscured(c)purloined(d)conquered(e)acquired

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word: Predilection(a) Antipathy(b) Ignorance(c) Dissonance(d) Disharmony

Identify the subject of the following sentence:We need a visionary to reconcile the contradictory pulls of the two.(a)a visionary(b)we(c)We need a visionary(d)the contradictory pulls

Select the word which means the opposite of the given word:Perfect(a)Flawless(b)Pure(c)Damaged(d)Faultless

Choose the correct answer for the following question.Do they live in England?(a)Yes they live(b)No they don’t have(c)Yes they do(d)No they aren’t

Against the given word there are some alternatives one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.OSTENTATIOUSa. Showyb. Talkativec. Noisyd. Wealthy

Change the following sentence to the passive form.The workers clean the streets every day.a. The streets were cleaned every day by the workers.b. The workers used to clean the streets every day.c. The streets are cleaned every day by the workers.d. The workers were cleaning the streets every day.

Fill in the blank with a suitable verb.Two bags of rice ______ only 7 pounds.(a)costs(b)cost(c)costing(d)have costing

Out of the given alternatives choose the one which is closest in meaning to the italicised word in the sentence.The two brothers should not vie with each other but work in cooperation.(a)fight(b)conspire(c)compete(d)envy

Rearrange the following words and phrases to form a meaningful sentence:in increasing \/ cities \/ they help \/ connectivity \/ between(a) Cities connectivity in increasing between they help.(b) Connectivity they help in increasing between cities.(c) They help cities in increasing connectivity between.(d) They help in increasing connectivity between cities.

Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the italicized bold part of the sentence:The boy was incorrigible and a constant source of trouble to his mother.(a)truant(b)bad beyond correction(c)rash(d)dishonest

Replace the underlined noun with the appropriate verb in the below sentence:The doctor has to pay attention to the elderly patient first.(a)The doctor has to attention the elderly patients first.(b)The doctor has to attend to the elderly patients first.(c)The doctor has to be attentive to the elderly patients first.(d)The doctor has to attent to the elderly patients first.

What does ‘characters’ of a story mean?a. themeb. eventsc. peopled. moral

Change the following sentence to Passive voice:Does he speak English?a. Did he speak English?b. Will he speak English?c. Does he know English?d. Is English spoken by him?

Use appropriate articles to complete the sentence- I don’t usually have _____ lunch but I always eat _____ good breakfast.a)A; ab)The; thec)No article; thed)No article; a

Where did the geese live?

Rearrange the following sentence in the correct order:a. the interview panelb. the girl waitedc. to appear befored. patiently for her turna. a-b-c-db. b-d-c-ac. b-d-a-cd. a-b-d-c

What do the following words describe in the poem?A) joyfulB) littleC) round

What kind of man was Rip van winkle?

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.My brother doesn’t like coffee _________ I do.(a)neither(b)but(c)nor(d)so

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.“Have you seen my grammar book?” Nancy wanted to know _________ grammar book.(a)whether she’d seen my (b)if I’d seen her(c)did I see her (d)I’d seen her

Choose the best option to complete the given conversation:Dara: Hi Sheila! Nice to meet you. I’ve heard so much about you.Sheila: Hi Dara! __________ I hope!(a)It is true(b)That’s great(c)Good for you(d)All good things

Rewrite the question in the passive voice:This room looks different. Have you painted it?(a)Have you painted the room?(b)Did you paint the room?(c)Has the room been painted by you?(d)Was this room painted by you?

Identify the part of speech that has been underlined:He told us all about the battle.(a) Adverb (b) Preposition (c) Conjunction(d) Interjection

Select the word closest in meaning to the given word.Admonish(a) Applaud(b) Pacify(c) Warn(d) Appeal

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word-Strident(a)Stable(b)Present(c)Musical(d)Melodious

Read the sentence to find out the possible substitution for the underlined part-I am looking forward joining your organization.(a) To joining(b) Join in(c) Having joined(d) No improvement

Write a paragraph using the following outline in about 100 words:Keep surroundings clean- learn this habit at a young age- good for society- don’t litter the streets- roadside- with garbage rubbish- advise friends- neighbours- clean society- clean habits- good health

Change the following text into passive voice.1.The teacher called the students.2.He gave them work.3.Who broke my new toy car?

Write a composition (350-400 words)You were on a school trip and were on your way back to the hotel late one night when your school bus full of children broke down in a lonely area. Describe what you saw and experienced as you looked around. How was the problem solved?

Write an essay by developing the following hints .The giant – lovely garden – went to see friend – children played –giant returned – built a high wall – nowhere to play – no spring – only winter – children entered – through a hole – became friends – spring came – saw a small boy – helped to climb the tree – giant became old – longed to see the boy – one day boy came – took him to paradise.

Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate words.A: When _____ Turkmenistan become independent?B: It ______ independent on _______.(a)did \/ became \/ the 27th of October 1991(b)became \/ did \/ 27 the 1991 October(c)did \/ became \/ the 27th of 1991 October(d)did \/ did \/ 1991 the 27th of October

Find the synonym of the underlined word.The basic drive in the philosopher’s life was the pursuit of knowledge and of happiness.(a)glorification(b)communication(c)quest(d)dissemination(e)examination

Select the most appropriate synonym for the word given below:Plush(a)Comforting(b)Luxurious(c)Tasty(d)Delicious

Choose the correct sequence of the options to form an appropriate passage.S1 The Diwali festival is one of the most important Indian festivals.S2S3S4S5 So the people of Ayodhya illuminated the whole cityP - It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and excitement all over IndiaQ - It is a festival of lightsR - It is celebrated in honour of the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after fourteen years of exile(a)PQR(b)PRQ(c)QPR(d)RPQ

Choose the word which means the following.The policy of extending a country’s empire and influence.(a)communism(b)internationalism(c)capitalism(d)imperialism

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.The gang leader and his _____ were convicted.(a) Colleagues(b) Disciples(c) Students(d) Accomplices

Identify the correct word from the given options which means the following:The study of birdsa. ornithologyb. philologyc. orologyd. geology

Choose the correct phrase to complete the sentence:The principal wanted to discuss _____ with the teachers.a. on the matterb. about the matterc. the matterd. regarding the matter

Write a general essay in about 200 words on the following topic.My future plans.

Write a letter to your elder brother seeking his advice as to how to study better to get good marks explaining to him your main difficulties and problems. Your address is 102 Saraswati Lok.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I always enjoyed ______ in that lake in summer.(a)to have swum(b)been swimming(c)to swimming(d)swimming

Fill in the blank with a suitable conjunction: I’d feel very angry _____ somebody broke into my house. (a)If (b)Whether (c)Otherwise (d)After

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word:‘LISSOME’(a)Ungainly(b)Huge(c)Pungent(d)Crude

Find the synonym of the underlined word.Accidental oil spills due to a number of causes are a major source of pollution of the Earth’s oceans.(a)barters(b)shortages(c)transactions(d)misfortunes(e)releases

For the following question arrange the sentences A B C and D between sentences 1 and 6 to form a logical sequence with sentence 1 and sentence 6 as the starting sentence and the concluding sentence respectively:(1)Sporting memorabilia is not a big business in India(A)On the face of the bat are two oil portraits of Gavaskar along with his career statistics highlighted on the teakwood frame.(B)Recognising the potential of the country DWP sports in Australia have launched a Sunil Gavaskar Legend of Cricket Bat making it the first such product they have marketed especially for India.(C)Unlike the rest of the world where a basketball autographed by Michael Jordan or Sir Donald Bradman’s bat can fetch a fortune.(D)But things could be changing here.(6)The batsman universally acknowledged as one of the greatest ever said ‘I’m honoured that I’ve been chosen for it.’(a)CDBA(b)CBDA(c)CABD(d)CADB

Form an adjective from the following noun: king(a) kingful(b) kingish(c) kingly(d) kinged

Choose the exact meaning of the idiom\/phrase.In abeyance(a)in absence(b)in no time(c)in a nutshell(d)in suspension

Fill in the blank from the alternatives given below:He threw _____ nuts to the monkeys.(a)A little(b)Some(c)Few(d)Much

Choose the word that is most nearly the opposite in meaning of the word given in capital. RELINQUISH(a)Withdraw (b)Attack (c)Assume (d)Conquer

Change the following sentence to passive voice.Many housewives do not cook food.a. Food will not be cooked by many housewives.b. Cooking of food is not done by many housewives.c. Food is not cooked by many housewives.d. Food cannot be cooked by many housewives.

Identify the adjectives in the following sentence:What an idea! It’s brilliant.(a)Idea(b)Brilliant(c)An(d)None of the above

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from those given in the options.Children _____ obey their teachers. a. shouldb. wouldc. mayd. ought

You are Ram\/Reema of Gandhi Nagar Ahmedabad. Write a letter to a bookseller in about 120-150 words placing an order for books.

From the below-mentioned options identify the sentence which is in the active voice:a. Little drops of water form a mighty ocean.b. Handicraft items are sold in this fair by the tribals.c. He was scolded by his class teacher.d. The invitations for the function were posted yesterday.

You are Sanchita \/ Sachin 15 Mall Road Delhi. Write a letter in 120 - 150 words to a friend telling him about the award ceremony for felicitating the toppers of your school.

Fill in the blank with a suitable modal verb:Congratulations on passing your exam. You ______ be very pleased.(a)will(b)can(c)must(d)could

Fill in the blank with suitable option:Tim was accused ______ stealing his aunt's necklace. (a)For (b)Upon (c)Of (d)On

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I’m small. I wish I ____ small.(a)am not(b)was(c)were(d)weren’t

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.There is some milk. I’d like to drink _______.(a)they(b)it(c)them(d)its

Choose the appropriate synonym for the given word:Admonition(a)Weapon(b)Preamble(c)Rebuke(d)Alarm

Change the following sentence into passive voice:Who is playing football?(a)Football is played by whom?(b)By whom is football played?(c)By whom is football being played?(d)By whom is football been played?

It _____ rain today. There are so many clouds in the sky. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank.(a)can(b)has to (c)may(d)should(e)mustn’t

Somebody is following us.Rewrite the sentence beginning from ‘We…’:a. We are followed (by somebody).b. We were followed (by somebody).c. We are being followed (by someone).d. We were being followed (by someone).

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.I have _____ close friends. Two or three.(a)a lot of (b)a little (c)a few (d)much

Read the sentence carefully and find out if there is any error in any part (a b c) of the sentence:(a)The king was embarrassed (b) to find evidence (c) against his own queen. (a) a(b) b(c) c(d) No error

Fill in the blank with a suitable option:Ajay said “I lost my ball in the ground.”Ajay said that ________ in the ground.(a)he lost my ball(b)he lost his ball(c)he had lost his ball(d)he had lost my ball

Choose the word which can be substituted for the given words\/sentence- A sea abounding in islands. a)Straitb)Archipelagoc)Ocean d)Gulf

What kind of child was Sanatombi?

What did the frog do all day?

Choose the word which can be substituted for the italicized words in the sentence.Sunil was buying tickets at the counter when suddenly he noticed a lady’s purse lying on the floor.(a)Reticule(b)Parasol(c)Vestibule(d)Veil \n

Choose the word that can be substituted for the given word or phrase.‘A man who hates marriage’(a)polyandrist(b)bigot(c)misogamist(d)widower

Out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the italicised part of the sentence- The patient began to rave incoherently in a fit of high fever.(a)Talk wildly (b)Express anger(c)Pray meekly(d)Deny forcefully