ALPINE INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOL, LUDHIANA

CLASS: 7th ENGLISH SET-A

TIME: 3Hrs TERM-I EXAMINATION, 2025-26 M.M: 80

Note: The paper consists of 3 sections: 2. How did the villagers treat the traveller?
Section-A: Reading 20 Marks True or False
Section-B: Writing Skills & Grammar 30 Marks 1. The village was surrounded by green fields, colorful flowers,
Section-C: Literature 30 Marks and a forest.
Instructions: 2. The villagers were selfish and unfriendly.
1. Attempt all questions. 3. The villagers celebrated festivals together.
2. Do not write anything in the question paper. Fill in the Blanks
3. All answers must be correctly numbered as in the question 1. The village was described as small and ________.
paper and written in the answer sheet. 2. The ancient forest was filled with the sounds of chirping
4. Attempt all questions in each section before going on to the ________ and rustling leaves.
next section. 3. The villagers believed in the power of ________.
5. Read each question carefully and follow the instructions.
Q.2: Passage 2: The Mysterious Forest 10 marks
Section-A Deep in the heart of a vast forest, there was a place known as the
(Reading) 20 Mark Whispering Woods. The trees were tall and ancient, their leaves
Q.1: Passage 1: The Kind Traveller 10 marks rustling softly in the wind as if sharing secrets with one another. Many
Once upon a time, there was a small, picturesque village surrounded villagers believed that the woods were enchanted and that magical
by lush green fields, blooming with colorful flowers, and a dense, creatures lived among the trees. One day, a curious boy named Arjun
ancient forest filled with the sounds of chirping birds and rustling decided to explore the forest, his heart filled with both wonder and
leaves. The villagers were hardworking, kind-hearted people who anticipation. As he ventured deeper, he noticed vibrant, colorful
believed in the power of community. They shared their joys and flowers blooming along the path and heard the sweet songs of birds
sorrows, celebrated festivals together, and helped one another in times filling the air. Suddenly, he stumbled upon a sparkling stream where
of need. Despite living simple lives, their hearts were full of generosity he saw a small, shimmering creature peeking from behind a rock. Its
and warmth. tiny wings glistened like diamonds in the sunlight. Arjun’s heart raced
One day, a weary traveller arrived at the village, his clothes dusty from with excitement—could it be one of the magical beings he had heard
the long journey, and his face etched with exhaustion. Seeing his about in the village tales?
plight, the villagers welcomed him with open arms, offering him food, Questions:
water, and a place to rest under the shade of a grand oak tree. The 1. What is the name of the forest mentioned in the passage?
traveller, deeply moved by their kindness, expressed his gratitude by 2. What did Arjun discover while exploring the forest?
sharing tales of faraway lands, majestic mountains, bustling cities, and True or False
serene oceans. His stories left the villagers awestruck, igniting their 1. The Whispering Woods were located in the middle of a desert.
curiosity about the world beyond their peaceful village. 2. The villagers believed magical creatures lived in the forest.
Questions: 3. Arjun was afraid to enter the forest.
1. Where was the village located?

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 ALPINE INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOL, LUDHIANA
CLASS: 7th ENGLISH SET-A
TIME: 3Hrs TERM-I EXAMINATION, 2025-26 M.M: 80

Fill in the Blanks Q.6: Do as directed 14 Marks

1. The forest was called the ________ Woods. 1. Fill in the blanks with appropriate simile (1)
2. The trees in the forest were tall and ________. a) The board is as dark as .
3. Arjun decided to ________ the forest out of curiosity. b) I am feeling as as baby.
Section-B 2. Write Synonyms. (2)
(Writing & Grammar) 30 Mark a) Educate b) Help c) Enemy d) Forgive
Q.3: Attempt any one letter. 5 Marks 3. Write Antonyms. (2)
Write a letter to your father requesting him to buy you a new bicycle. a) Dangerous b) Logical c) Dark d) Hate
Or 4. Fill in the blank with appropriate adjective. (1)
Write a letter to a Executive Engineer of your local area Electricity (Living, Excellent, Grand)
Board complaining about the fluctuation in power supply. You are a) Everyone has not good conditions.
Rohit Sharma living at 42, Raja Garden Extension, Ludhiana. b) He celebrated success of his business after 25 years.
Q.4: Attempt any one paragraph. 5 Marks 5. Pick out the wrong words in the sentence below and rewrite those
A visit to an Exhibition using correct words. (2)
Or a) I bought a pare of shoes this week.
Honesty is the Best policy b) Everyone loves desert after having dinner.
Q.5: Read the following telephonic conversation between Renu and 6. Fill in the blanks with suitable modal auxiliaries. (2)
Mr. Sharma. 4 Marks a) I come in Sir? (can/may)
Renu: Hello, could I speak to Priya, please? b) I go to market tomorrow. (will/was)
Mr. Sharma: Sorry, She is not at home. May I know who is calling? 7. Pick out the correct Idiom and fill it in the blanks. (2)
Renu: Good evening, uncle Sharma. I’m Renu, Priya’s friend. (Look into, Get out, Back up)
Mr. Sharma: Hello Renu, can I take a message, please? a) He his friend’s claim.
Renu: Actually Priya and I are supposed to attend a party at Rashmi's b) The police was the murder case since two years and
house in the evening. It’s her birthday. I wanted to know at what time finally got success.
Priya will leave for the party. 8. Write down the appropriate occupation of following (any two) (2)
Mr. Sharma: I don't know child. I'll ask her to when she comes back. a) A person who controls a business, hotel etc.
Renu: Thank you, uncle. Please, tell her to pick me up. She needn't get b) A person who writes poems.
any present and birthday card as I've already bought them. c) A person who grows or sells flowers.
Mr. Sharma: Ok Renu. I'll convey your message. Section-C
Renu: Thank you, uncle. Bye! (Literature) 30 Mark
Suppose you are Priya's father. You have to leave for an important Q.7: Read the extract carefully and answer the following questions (4
business meeting. Since there is no one at home, you write the Marks)
message and leave it with servant. Write the message in about 50 A soul so young and free
words and put it in a box. I see you in the garden

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CLASS: 7th ENGLISH SET-A
TIME: 3Hrs TERM-I EXAMINATION, 2025-26 M.M: 80

Your scent does fill the air b) When a bullock cart crossed through the lake, the water
Just like a precious flower became
A rose, so ever fair Q.11: Tick the correct answer 2 Marks
a) The writer would watch his elder brother fight using his
On country roads, I find you friend’s metal bag and his friend with a belt as their
Along the wooded lane i. Arms ii. Strikes iii. Weapons iv. Ordance
Within the distant thunder b) Winds gently below across a
I see you in the rain i. Cloudy sky ii. Clear sky iii. Cloudless sky iv. Starry sky
i. With what does the poet compare the scent that fills the air? Q.12: Give meaning of following words 2 Marks
ii. Where does the poet find her memory on the country roads? Flawless, Rescue, Flimsy, Disciple
iii. Name the poem. Q.13: Fill in the blanks from given words in bracket 2 Marks
iv. Which word from the extract is synonym of ‘valuable’? a) This is a problem. (knotty, naughty)
Q.8: Answer the following questions in 40-50 words (Any 5) b) He put his to the test. (metal, mettle)
3×5=15 c) India wants in the world. (piece, peace)
a) How did the milk spill over Parth’s uniform? d) The lion is waiting for his . (pray, prey)
b) Why did the bridge building experts think the building of the
bridge impossible?
c) Why did the disciple notice when he went to the lake to bring
water?
d) What happen to us when we meet with failure repeatedly?
e) How did the writer describe her grandfather?
f) What happen when polychlorinated biphenyls and mercury are
released into the air?
g) Describe the gardens in the King’s palace?
Q.9: Write true/false for the followings 3 Marks
a) It took 11 years to finish the construction of the bridge.
b) Honesty is the key when speaking the truth.
c) The huge tree in the centre of the garden was very colorful and
lively.
d) Spilling of milk on Parth’s uniform was an accident
e) If one meets with failure, he can never get the success.
f) The grandmother donated both her eyes to two blind people.
Q.10: Complete the sentences 2 Marks
a) Parth snatched Bhakti’s notebook and