ANNUAL EXAMINATION (2024-25)

SUBJECT: ENGLISH
CLASS: VII SET:
B TIME ALLOWED: 3 HOURS MAX MARKS: 80

General Instructions:
a) This question paper contains 14 questions.
b) The paper is divided into four sections- A, B, C and D. All the sections are compulsory.
c) Separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever necessary.
Read these instructions carefully and follow them faithfully.
d) Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer script before attempting it.

Section - A (Reading) (20 Marks)

Q1. Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: (1X10=10 marks)
1. In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills, there lived a curious girl named Anya. One day, while
exploring her grandmother’s attic, she stumbled upon an old, dusty compass. Its needle spun wildly before
finally settling on a direction. Fascinated, Anya decided to take it on an adventure.
2. With the compass in hand, Anya set off into the nearby woods, a place filled with tall trees and hidden
trails. She followed the compass as it pointed her deeper into the forest. As she walked, she encountered
various creatures—a family of deer grazing peacefully, colorful birds flitting about, and even a curious fox
that peeked out from behind a bush.
3. After a while, Anya found herself at a beautiful clearing, where a sparkling stream flowed gently. She sat
by the water, feeling a sense of peace and wonder. Suddenly, she noticed a shimmering object at the
bottom of the stream. It was a small, ornate box! Excitedly, she reached in and pulled it out.
4.When she opened the box, a soft glow enveloped her, and she discovered it contained a map. The map
depicted hidden treasures scattered throughout the forest, each marked with a symbol. Anya’s heart raced
at the thought of uncovering these treasures. With the compass and the map, she felt ready to embark on
a grand quest.
5. As she followed the first symbol marked on the map, she realized that this adventure was not just about
finding treasures but also about discovering herself and the beauty of nature. Each step she took led her to
new experiences and lessons, reminding her of the importance of curiosity and courage.
6. By the time the sun began to set, Anya had collected not only beautiful stones and shiny trinkets but also
memories that would last a lifetime. She returned home, the compass and map in hand, eager to share her
stories and inspire others to seek their own adventures.
Answer the following question:
1. What does Anya find in her grandmother's attic?
a) Beads b) Compass c) Old necklace d) Sweater
2. How does the compass behave when Anya first discovers it?
3. What kind of creatures does Anya encounter in the woods?
4. What does Anya find in the clearing by the stream?
5. What is inside the ornate box that Anya pulls from the stream?
6. Complete the sentence: Anya’s heart raced at__________________.
7. How does Anya feel about her adventure as she follows the map?
8. What important lessons does Anya learn during her adventure?
9. What is a synonym for the word "calmly" as described in the passage? (Refer paragraph 2)
10. What is an antonym for the word "ugly" as used in the passage? (Refer paragraph 3)
 Q2. Read the following Case Study and answer the questions. (1X10=10
marks) 1. The world’s population is increasing at an unequalled rate. From just 1 billion people in 1800, the
global population crossed 8 billion in 2023. This rapid growth is driven by advancements in medicine,
improved sanitation, and better agricultural practices, which have increased life expectancy and reduced
mortality rates. However, this surge in population has placed immense pressure on resources.
Overcrowding in urban areas has led to issues like unemployment, inadequate housing, and strained
infrastructure. In rural areas, increasing population has resulted in deforestation and overuse of
agricultural land, threatening food security.
2.The population distribution across the globe is uneven. Countries like India and China have the largest
population, contributing to more than one-third of the world’s total. On the other hand, countries like
Canada and Australia have relatively low population densities.
3.Population growth also has environmental implications. More people mean higher energy consumption,
leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. Thus, managing population growth is
essential to ensure sustainable development. Initiatives like family planning, education, and women’s
empowerment can play a key role in addressing these challenges.

Title: Global Population Distribution by Continents

1. When did the global population cross 8 billion?

2. Which continent has the largest share of the global population?
a) Africa b) Asia c) Europe d) North America
3. What is the percentage of the population in Europe?
4. What is a key reason for rapid population growth?
5. Suggest one way to manage population growth.
6. The global population was 1 billion in 1800. (TRUE/FALSE)
7. Complete the sentence: Overcrowding in urban areas has led to issues like_______________.
8. How does overpopulation impact urban areas?
9. Find the Synonym for “fast” from the passage. (Refer Paragraph 1)
10. Identify the Antonym of “sufficient” from the passage. (Refer Paragraph 1)

Section - B (Writing) (10 Marks)

Q3. You are Praveen of 23 Civil Lines, Lucknow. Write a letter to The Editor of The Bharat Times,
Lucknow about frequent breakdown of electricity in your area in about (100-120) words.
(1X5=5marks)
Q4. Write a Diary Entry on one of the luxurious weddings that you have ever attended. Write your
opinion about the wastage of resources at the wedding in about (100-120) words.
(1X5=5 marks)
 Section - C (Grammar) (10 Marks)

Q5. Do as directed: (1x6=6

marks)
i) My uncle is _______ a writer _________ a singer. (though, yet/both, and)
ii) My sister speaks French_________(fluently/possibly)
iii) Alas! He failed again. (Identify the type of Sentence)
iv) _________ is a non- vegetarian dish. (meat/ meet)
v) The robbers entered the house ________ the night. (during/about)
vi) They finished the work _______ sunset. (by/in)

Q6. Change the given sentences into Indirect Speech. (1X2=2

marks)
i) You said, “ He is a very good athlete.”
ii) He said, “A devil ever remains a devil.”

Q7. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the Tense. (1X2=2
marks)
i) My father ________(come) back home yesterday. (Simple Past Tense)
ii) Children _________(make) a noise in the classroom. (Past Continuous Tense)

Section - D (Literature) (40 Marks)

Q8. Choose the correct option. (1X2=2 marks)
i) The beginning of daylight is the meaning of -
a) Break a strike b) Her voice broke c) Broke the bad news d) daybreak

ii) Iconic means –

a) engraved b) grand c) celebrated d) very
brave

Q9. Read the following extract carefully and answer the questions that follow: (1x5=5 marks)
One of Timothy’s favourite amusement was to stalk anyone who would play with him, and so, when I came
to live with Grandfather, I became one of the tiger’s favourites. With a crafty look in his glittering eyes, and
his body crouching, he would creep closer and closer to me, suddenly making a dash for my feet, rolling
over on his back and kicking with delight, and pretending to bite my ankles.
i) Who is Timothy in the story?
ii) What does Timothy like to do with the narrator?
iii) How does Timothy act when he’s stalking the narrator?
iv) Assertion (A): Timothy enjoys playing with the narrator.
Reason (R): Timothy’s behavior, such as stalking and rolling over, shows his affection and excitement.
a) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
 c) A is true, R is false.
d) A is false, R is true.
v) Name the author and the chapter from which the above extract has been taken?

Q10. Read the following lines of the poem carefully and answer the questions that follow:
(1x5=5marks) The cat gave a yell
And sprang to the ground,
Pleased as Punch to be
Safe and sound.
So it’s smiling and smirking,
Smug as can be,
But poor old Dad’s
Still stuck up the tree!
i) What did the cat do when Dad landed on it?
ii) How did cat feel after it reached the ground?
iii) What does the word “smug” mean in context of the poem?
iv) Assertion (A): Dad ended up stuck in the tree.
Reason (R): His efforts to rescue the cat were clumsy and unsuccessful.
a) Both A and R are true but R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true, R is false.
d) A is false, R is true.
v) Name the poet and the poem from which the above lines have been taken.
Q11. Answer any four of the following questions in about 30 to 40 words. (4X3=12
marks)
i) Why does the poet say “Trees are for birds”?
ii) In what respect are the ‘fan and water’ alike?
iii) How did the king and the hermit help the wounded man?
iv) Why does Maya think Mr. Nath is a crook? Who does she say the Sunday visitor is?
v) Why were the students awestruck and humbled after visiting National War Memorial? Explain in your
own words.

Q12. Answer any three of the following questions in about 20 to 30 words. (3X2=6
marks)
i) Why did Chandni hate the rope round her neck?
ii) When was the bear tied up with a chain and why?
iii) Where was Timothy most comfortable during the day? Where was he during the night?
iv) What do you think the mechanical hand was trying to do?

Q13. Answer any one of the following Long Questions: (1x5=5

marks)
Describe the reunion between grandfather and the tiger. What did the zookeeper say to grandfather?
Or
What misfortune came to Chandni after sunset, when she ran away from Abbu Khan?

Q14. Answer any one of the following Long Questions: (1x5=5

marks)
Do you think Mr. Gessler knew, why he was loosing business? What is the message of the story ‘Quality’?
Or
How many of the oldest living things can you remember from Mr. Wonka’s list? Do you think all these
things really exist, or are some of them purely imaginary?