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Exam Practice - Grade 7 English

The Grade 7 English Practice Paper consists of various sections including reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing composition, totaling 100 marks. Students are instructed to answer all questions using a black or blue pen, with specific tasks such as identifying adjectives, correcting sentences, and writing a short composition. The reading comprehension section features a story about a girl named Sophia who sells apples at a market and demonstrates kindness to a boy in need.

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Exam Practice - Grade 7 English

The Grade 7 English Practice Paper consists of various sections including reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing composition, totaling 100 marks. Students are instructed to answer all questions using a black or blue pen, with specific tasks such as identifying adjectives, correcting sentences, and writing a short composition. The reading comprehension section features a story about a girl named Sophia who sells apples at a market and demonstrates kindness to a boy in need.

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Grade 7 English Practice Paper

Instructions:

●​ Answer all questions.


●​ Use a black or blue pen.
●​ Write your answers in the spaces provided.
●​ Total marks: 100.

Section A: Reading Comprehension (25 marks)

Read the passage below carefully and answer the questions that follow.

Sophia trudged along the cobblestone path, her basket of apples swaying with each step.
The market square buzzed with activity as merchants shouted to attract customers. She had
spent the morning picking the finest apples from the orchard, hoping to earn enough money
to buy a new pair of shoes. Her feet ached from the rough terrain, but her determination was
unwavering. As she reached the market, she was greeted by the sweet aroma of freshly
baked bread and the laughter of children playing nearby. However, as she set up her stall,
dark clouds began to gather overhead.

The first raindrops fell as Sophia hurried to cover her apples with a cloth. Around her,
merchants scrambled to secure their goods while shoppers sought shelter under awnings.
The storm intensified, turning the lively market into a chaotic scene. Despite the rain, Sophia
remained at her stall, hoping that the downpour would pass quickly. As time went on, she
noticed a young boy standing nearby, drenched and shivering. He looked longingly at the
apples, but his pockets were empty. Sophia hesitated for a moment before handing him an
apple with a warm smile. The boy's face lit up with gratitude as he accepted the fruit.

By evening, the storm subsided, and the market square returned to life. Sophia managed to
sell most of her apples, and though her earnings were modest, she felt a deep sense of
fulfillment. The boy's joy had reminded her that kindness was its own reward. As she packed
up her stall, she realized that the day, despite its challenges, had been worthwhile.
Questions:

Paragraph 1:

1.​ Why did Sophia bring apples to the market? (2 marks)

2.​ What does the "buzz" in the market square refer to? (2 marks)

3.​ Describe Sophia's feelings as she walked to the market. (2 marks)

4.​ Identify one sensory detail in the first paragraph and explain its effect. (2 marks)

Paragraph 2:

5.​ What did Sophia do to protect her apples from the rain? (2 marks)

6.​ How did the storm affect the market? (2 marks)

7.​ Why did Sophia give an apple to the boy? (2 marks)

8.​ Explain how Sophia's actions reflect her character. (2 marks)


Paragraph 3:

9.​ What does the phrase "kindness was its own reward" mean in the context of the
story? (2 marks)

10.​How did Sophia feel at the end of the day? (2 marks)

11.​Find and explain the meaning of two descriptive words or phrases from this
paragraph. (4 marks)

Section B: Grammar (35 marks)

Tenses:​
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in brackets. (5 marks)​
a) She ______ (walk) to school every day.​
b) They ______ (finish) their homework before the bell rang.​
c) By the time we arrive, they ______ (complete) the task.​
d) I ______ (not see) her yesterday.​
e) While he ______ (sleep), the cat knocked over the vase.

Conjunctions:​
Combine the sentences using appropriate conjunctions. (5 marks)​
a) She loves chocolate. She avoids eating it.

b) The weather was cold. We decided to go for a walk.

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c) You can have tea. You can have coffee.
Adjectives:​
Identify the adjectives in the following sentences. (5 marks)​
a) The bright sun shone through the clear sky.​
b) He wore a shabby coat.​
c) Her laughter was loud and cheerful.

Sentence Correction:​
Identify and correct the errors in the following sentences. (10 marks)​
a) She don’t like apples.

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b) The childrens is playing outside.

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c) He go to the market yesterday.

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d) They has finished their project on time.

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e) I am knowing the answer.

Active/Passive Voice:​
Rewrite the following sentences in the passive voice. (5 marks)​
a) The chef cooked a delicious meal.

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b) They will complete the project by tomorrow.

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c) She is painting a beautiful picture.
Identify Adjectives in Context:​
Highlight the adjectives in the following paragraph. (5 marks)​
"The small, cozy cottage was surrounded by tall trees. A narrow path led to the wooden
door, which creaked softly in the wind."

Section C: Vocabulary (15 marks)

Synonyms and Antonyms:​


Provide a synonym and antonym for each of the following words. (6 marks)​
a) Bright - ​
b) Difficult - ​
c) Calm -

Compound Sentences:​
Create a compound sentence using each of the following words. (6 marks)​
a) However -

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b) Therefore -

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c) Meanwhile -

Spelling:​
Write the American spelling for the following British words. (3 marks)​
a) Colour - ​
b) Centre - ​
c) Realise -

Section D: Writing Composition (25 marks)

Choose ONE of the following tasks and write 200-220 words.

1.​ Write a story that begins with the sentence:​


"The storm raged on as I made my way through the forest."
2.​ Write a story that ends with the sentence:​
"And from that day on, nothing was ever the same again."
3.​ Write an essay titled:​
"The Most Memorable Day of My Life."
End of Paper: ___/100 marks

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