Half Yearly Test (Session 2024-25)

Class - VI
Subject- English

Time- 3- hour Set- B M.M.- 70

Name- ____________. Date-___________
Roll No.-_________. Day-____________

General Instructions-
1. Each question is compulsory to attempt.
2. Do not use a sketch pen in the answer sheet.
3. Writing should be neat and clean.
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Section A [Reading]

Q.1. Read the comprehension carefully and choose the most appropriate answers for the
below given questions: (10 Marks)
The Friendly Dolphin

Once upon a time, in a small coastal town, there lived a young boy named Rohit. He loved
spending his days at the beach, playing in the sand and swimming in the ocean. One sunny
afternoon, as Rohit was playing in the shallows, he noticed a small dolphin swimming towards
him. The dolphin was playful and seemed to be enjoying Rohit's company. Rohit was amazed
by the dolphin's friendliness. He spent hours playing with the creature, feeding it small fish he
caught from the shore. The dolphin, which Rohit named "Flipper," became his best friend. They
would swim together, chase seagulls, and explore the hidden coves of the coastline. One day, a
terrible storm swept through the town. The waves grew high, and the wind howled. Rohit was
worried about Flipper, who was nowhere to be seen. Just as he was about to give up hope, he
heard a familiar splash. There was Flipper, swimming towards him through the raging waves.
The dolphin hugged Rohit gently, guiding him towards the shore.

Thanks to Flipper's help, Rohit made it safely back to his home. From that day on, Rohit and
Flipper remained inseparable friends, their bond strengthened by their shared adventure.
1. Where did Rohit live?
A) A big city B) A small coastal town C) A farm D) A mountain

2. What did Rohit name the dolphin?

A) Sammy B) Flipper C) Rohit D) Bobby

3. What happened to the town one day?

A) A hurricane B) A tornado C) A storm D) A blizzard

4. How did Rohit and Flipper meet?

A) At a dolphin show B) In a zoo C) At the beach D) In a book

5. What did Rohit feed Flipper?

A) Seaweed B) Small fish C) Bread D) Cookies

6. Why was Rohit worried about Flipper during the storm?

A) Flipper was sick B) Flipper was lost C) Flipper was scared D) Flipper was hurt

7. How did Rohit and Flipper's relationship change after the storm?
A) They became enemies B) They became strangers
C) Their bond became stronger D) They lost touch

8. What did Flipper do to help Rohit during the storm?

A) He swam away B) He hid C) He guided Rohit to shore D) He called for help

9. What did Rohit love to do?

A) Play video games B) Read books C) Play at the beach D) Watch TV

10. Who saved Rohit from the storm?

A) His parents B) His friends C) Flipper D) A lifeguard

Section B [Writing]

Write any one out of two: (10 Marks)

Q.2. You have scored poor marks in your Summative Assessment II. In SA I also you scored
poor marks. You had promised to your parents that you would score good marks in SA II. Write
your feelings in a Diary entry.
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You are Simran. Your father called you from the office and told you that he will return home only
after 9 p.m. as he has to attend a function. Your mother has not returned from her office. You
want to go for your tuition class. Write a Message for your mother informing the same.

Q.3. You are Anisha of class VI A of Cambridge Convent School, Powayan. You have lost your
English textbook. Write a Notice to be put up on the school noticeboard requesting the finder to
return it to you.

Section C [Grammar]

Q. 4. Fill in the blanks by giving the most appropriate answer: (8 Marks)

[I] Sanju was fascinated by the colorful _______ of fish swimming around the boat. ( band,
bouquets, swarm, school )

[II] ___________ is something almost everyone appreciates. ( Length, absence, honesty,

excitement )

[III] __________ is used for making ornaments. ( Gold, Wood, Paper, Plastic )

[IV] He was the most honest man__________ I ever met. ( that, who, they, this )

[V] How pleasant the weather is _______________________ (name the type of sentence)

[VI] Simran ________________________. (write suitable predicate to complete the sentence)

[VII] At a great pace _________________. ( Now, Quickly, Hopeful, Selfless )

[VIII] When I returned from library___________ (write whether it is a Sentence / Clause /

Independent Clause)

Q.5. State whether the given statement is True or False : (5 Marks)

(i) ‘The’ Article is an Indefinite Article.

(ii) ‘The’ Article can be used before Singular and Plural nouns.
(iii) In some sentences, the subject does not come at the beginning.
(iv) “I myself will paint this wall”. This is an example of Emphatic Pronoun.
(v) This is my book and that is her notebook”. This is an example of Demonstrative Pronoun.
Q.6. Very Short Type Questions : (12 Marks)

1. List five kinds of Nouns.

2. Make one sentence using the correct collective noun “Dozen”.

3. Define Relative Pronouns.

4. Define Articles.

5. Identify the article in the given sentence: “Reema, kindly ask him to meet me on friday
afternoon outside the office.”

6. Write one example of Imperative Sentences.

7. Underline the subject and Encircle the predicate in the given sentences: (2 mark)

i) Piles of sand disappeared quickly

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ii) Bright Lights at night glow there beautifully.

8. Give one example of Phrases.

9. Define Dependent Clause?

10. I am reading the letter which I have received just now. Identify the Dependent and
Independent Clause and write them separately.

11. Define Pronoun.

Section D [Literature]

Q 7. Short Answer type Questions: Attempt any 8 questions. (16 Marks)

I) What does the speaker think of when he looks at the sky?

II) Why was Marion hesitant while giving Johnny money?

OR
III) How do you know that Johnny was struggling to make ends meet?

IV) Why does the speaker write his name on the paper boat?
V) Mention three qualities of the friend which the speaker discusses in the poem?

VI) Describe the Cat in 30- 40 words.

OR
VII) Write the meaning of the words : Nimble, Yelping, Baying, Wits, Vanish

VIII) Why did Usha refuse to take her brother to the bazaar? Give two reasons behind this.

IX) Why did the performer ask the Quick Man permission before taking his things?

X) Why was the reputation of the performer important for him?

Q.8. Long Answer type Questions: Attempt any 3 questions. (9 Marks)

1) The speaker writes his name on the boat for someone to find. Do you think this is an
effective way of exchanging messages? Give reasons for your answer.
OR
2) The speaker imagines his playmate in the sky. Do you think imagination is more powerful
than knowledge? Justify your answer.

3) Do you think Johnny was capable of taking care of Cheeseburger? Why/ Why not?
OR
4) Johnny and Cheeseburger play an important role in bringing Marion closer to God.
Explain.

5) Reason out and explain why a hill near the village was called Haunted Hill. Write in 60- 65
words.

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All The Best!