ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL GWALIOR

ACADEMIC SESSION 2025-26

PERIODIC TEST I
CLASS - VI
SUBJECT - ENGLISH
Time: 1 Hr 30 Mins M.M: 40

General Instructions:
1. Read all the questions carefully.
2. Attempt all the questions.
3. The question paper contains three sections – Reading Comprehension, Writing Skills and
Grammar, Literature.
4. Avoid overwriting.

SECTION A (READING COMPREHENSION)

Q1. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions.

Water is one of the most important natural resources on Earth. All living beings—humans, animals, birds, and
plants—need water to survive. We use water for drinking, cooking, bathing, cleaning, farming, and many other
daily activities. Most of the water on Earth is found in oceans and seas, but this water is salty and not fit for
drinking. Only a small amount of the water is fresh and can be used by people.

Fresh water is found in rivers, lakes, ponds, glaciers, and underground sources. But due to increasing pollution,
much of our clean water is getting dirty. Many factories throw waste into rivers, and people waste water by
leaving taps open. As the population grows, the need for water also increases, and if we are not careful, we may
face water scarcity in the future.

We must learn to save water. Simple steps like turning off taps properly, using a bucket instead of a shower, and
collecting rainwater can help conserve water. Schools and homes should teach children the importance of saving
water so that we can protect this precious resource for future generations.

1.1 Answer the following questions by choosing the correct option: (6 X 1 = 6)

(i) Why is water important?

a) For playing
b) For entertainment
c) For survival of living beings
d) For traveling

(ii) What kind of water can human drink?

a) Salty water
b) Rainwater only
c) Water from the sea
d) Fresh water

(iii) Which of the following is a cause of water pollution?

a) Planting trees
b) Throwing factory waste in rivers
c) Drinking water
d) Boiling water
(iv) What can happen if we keep wasting water?
a) We may face water scarcity.
b) Waterfalls will increase.
c) More rain will come.
d) Rivers will become cleaner.

(v) From where we can get fresh water?

a) From rain
b) From tap
c) From lakes
d) From sea

(vi) What is the word ―scarcity‖ means?

a) Shortage
b) Excess
c) Surplus
d) Abundance

Q2. Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions.
A government school in Bhopal launched a project called ―Green Classrooms‖ to create an eco-friendly learning
environment. Teachers and students planted over 200 saplings around the school. Solar panels were installed to
power fans and lights in classrooms. Dustbins for waste segregation were placed, and students were trained in
composting biodegradable waste.

Within a year, the school’s electricity bill reduced by 30%, and students became more responsible toward the
environment. The project also won the district-level innovation award.

2.1 Answer the following questions: (4 X 1 = 4)

(i) What was the main goal of the ―Green Classrooms‖ project?
a) To grow vegetables.
b) To decorate classrooms.
c) To make the school eco-friendly.
d) To reduce student strength.

(ii) How did the school reduce its electricity bill?

a) By planting trees.
b) By switching off fans.
c) By using solar panels.
d) By stopping computer usage.

(iii) What was used to teach waste segregation?

a) Computers
b) Water purifiers
c) Books
d) Separate dustbins

(iv) What did the school win for its efforts?

a) Free saplings
b) A gold medal
c) District innovation award
d) Electricity subsidy
 SECTION B (WRITING SKILLS AND GRAMMAR)
Q3. Write a descriptive paragraph about your birthday celebration. Describe how and where you
celebrated your birthday, whom you invited and how it made you feel. (1 X 5 = 5)
Q4. Do as directed: (3 X 1 = 3)
(i) There were a lot of ………. (mouses/mice) in the attic. (Choose the correct plural noun)
(ii) The man asked (her/she) many questions after the programme. (Choose suitable personal pronoun)
(iii) He visited Hawa Mahal yesterday. (Identify the kind of noun in the word written bold)

Q5. Identify and write the kind of sentences. (2 X 1 = 2)

(i) What a wonderful day!
(ii) Did you clean the table?

SECTION C (LITERATURE)
Q6. Read the extract and answer the following questions.
‖ Now the sage turned to the very surprised Rama Natha and said, ―There is no magic potion that can turn things
into gold. You worked hard on your land and created this plantation. While you looked after the trees, your wife
sold the fruits in the market. That’s how you got this money. It was your hard work that created this wealth, not
magic. If I had told you about this earlier, you would have not listened to me, so I have played a trick on you.‖
6.1 Choose the most appropriate option. (2 X 1 = 2)
(i) Why was Rama Natha surprised?
a) Because he did not receive any gold.
b) Because nothing happened.
c) Because the magic had no effect on the vessel.
d) All of the above.

(ii) What benefit did Rama Natha get from his hard work?
a) Rama Natha got the magic potion.
b) Rama Natha and his wife had plenty of money.
c) Rama Natha’s fields had gold.
d) Rama Natha and his wife were sad.

6.2 How did Rama Natha create his plantation? (1)

Q7. Read the text and answer the following questions.

―Said the Fox, in admiring tones: ―My word!
Sir Raven, you are a handsome bird.
Such feathers! If you would only sing,
The birds of these woods would call you King.‖

7.1 Choose the most appropriate option. (2 X 1 = 2)

(i) What was Reynard’s motive for using sweet words to the Raven?
a) To pay respect
b) To flatter for snatching food
c) To show kindness
d) All of these

(ii) What did Reynard do to snatch the morsel from the Raven?
a) He sang a song praising the Raven.
b) He made him feel ugly.
c) He tickled Raven’s sense of pride.
d) He asked him to become friend.
 7.2 How did the fox praised the Raven? (1)

Q8. Answer ANY FIVE of the following questions in 30-40 words. (5 X 2 = 10)
(i) Why did the sage ask Rama Natha to do everything himself?
(ii) Why does Reynard say that pride is not wise?
(iii) How did the man and his wife get help from the kotwal?
(iv) Why does the Raven forget that his voice is just a croak?
(v) What troubled Rama Natha’s wife about her husband?
(vi) What did the thief want the man and his wife to do?

Q9. Answer the following question in detail in about 120 words. (1 X 4 = 4)

Do you think cleverness can help us solve our problems? Why do you think so? Give your answer based on
the chapter ‘Rama to the Rescue’.
OR
Explain how the sage guided Rama Natha and Madhumati towards prosperity and gave the lesson of the story.