Class 6 English Exam Paper
Subject: English
Maximum Marks: 40
Time Allowed: 2 Hours
Section A: Literature (20 Marks)
1. Short Answer Questions (2 x 2 = 4 Marks)
a. Why did the Pobble take precautions to keep his toes safe?
b. What role does imagination play in The Quirks of the Quill?
2. Give Reasons for the Following (2 x 2 = 4 Marks)
a. The Pobble was confident even after losing his toes.
b. The quill was passed down through generations.
3. Reference to the Context (2 x 3 = 6 Marks)
Read the following extracts and answer the questions that follow:
a. "For it’s a fact the whole world knows,
That Pobbles are happier without their toes."
● What does this line suggest about the Pobble’s personality?
● How does the author use humor in these lines?
b. "The quill seemed ordinary, but its writing made people dream."
● How was the quill used by the characters in the story?
● What effect did the quill have on people?
4. True or False (4 x 1 = 4 Marks)
a. The Pobble lost his toes while swimming.
b. The quill had a magical glow visible to everyone.
c. The Pobble was upset about losing his toes.
d. The owner of the quill never misused its power.
5. Long Answer Question (1 x 6 = 6 Marks)
Describe how The Quirks of the Quill highlights the importance of
creativity and responsibility. Support your answer with examples from
the story.
Section B: Grammar (12 Marks)
1. Fill in the Blanks with Appropriate Pronouns (4 x 1 = 4 Marks)
a. This book belongs to Sam. Have you seen ___?
b. The students finished ___ homework before the teacher arrived.
c. I saw the bird and fed ___ some crumbs.
d. She found her lost puppy and named ___ Charlie.
2. Choose the Correct Modal to Complete the Sentence (2 x 1 = 2
Marks)
a. You ___ (can/should) finish your homework before going out to play.
b. He ___ (must/could) wear a helmet while riding his bike.
3. Fill in the Blanks with the Correct Form of the Verb (Perfect or
Perfect Continuous Tense) (2 x 1 = 2 Marks)
a. By the time we arrived, they ___ (leave) for the airport.
b. She ___ (write) her novel for the past three months.
4. Insert the Correct Article (2 x 1 = 2 Marks)
a. I bought ___ apple and ___ banana from the market.
b. He is ___ honest person with a great sense of humor.
5. Identify the Helping Verb in Each Sentence (2 x 1 = 2 Marks)
a. She is reading a book.
b. They have been playing football since morning.
Section C: Writing (8 Marks)
1. Newspaper Report (8 Marks)
Write a newspaper report based on the following outline:
● Event: Science Exhibition in School
● Date and Venue: 1st December, School Auditorium
● Participants: Students from Classes 6 to 10
● Special Highlights: Eco-friendly models, robotics display, and
interactive sessions
● Chief Guest: Local scientist Dr. Arvind Rao
Include a catchy headline, an introductory paragraph, and details
of the event.
Marking Scheme:
● Literature: 20 Marks
● Grammar: 12 Marks
● Writing: 8 Marks
