SPRING DALES PUBLIC SCHOOL M.

M : 30
Name…………….. UT-2 (2023-2024) Time : 1 hr.
Roll No…………… Class- VII Date:
Sub: ENGLISH

General Instruction.
Attempt all questions and read all questions carefully.
SECTION-A (READING)
Q.1. Read the following passage and answer the following questions : (5)

The cinema is the cheapest source of entertainment today. Millions of people see movies and enjoy them. It
is a good pastime in all the places – big or small.
The cinema industry has made rapid progress after independence. In the beginning there were silent, and
black and white movies. Now we are dazzled by the colors in every movie.
Big posters are seen on the walls of cities and towns for advertisements. They also announce the coming
movies in the city. There is always a rush before the booking windows. So the tickets are often sold in the
black market or at a premium.
On the one hand the cinema is a source of entertainment. On the other it is also a source of knowledge and
information. Films satisfy all the sections of people and their different tastes.
There are religious movies and historical movies. They recreate the past, the old culture and lifestyle. Social
films spread awareness about social evils of dowry, casteism and communal feelings. Some films expose the
corruption in high places among the policemen and the citizens.

Questions:
(a) Why is cinema so much popular?
(b) How can you say that the cinema industry has made rapid progress after independence?
(c) Why are tickets often sold in the black market?
(d) Mention two advantages of cinema.
(e) What is the main purpose of making social films?

SECTION-B (WRITING) (5)

Q.2. Write an application to the Principal of your school for requesting him/her to arrange a seat for you in
the school hostel.

OR

Write an Essay on “ My favourite festival”.

SECTION-C (GRAMMAR)

Q.3. Underline the auxiliary verb and circle the main verb in these sentences: (1.5)
1. We were talking about you.
2. When does your school reopen?
3. I have some good news for you!
Q.4. Write whether the verb is Transitive or Intransitive : (1.5)
1. Swati speaks confidently.
2. She is doing well in her new job
3. I changed the bedsheet.

Q.5. Combine these sentences using Infinitives: (2)

1. We went to a good restaurant. We celebrated Saroj’s promotion.
2. Anil set up a grocery shop. Anil supported his family.

Q.6. Fill in the blanks with suitable modals: (1)

1. He ---------------- solve maths sums very fast.
2. I ------------- like to have beach holiday.

Q.7. Complete these sentences with the correct verbs: (1)

1. The producer and director ---------- waiting for you. (is / are)
2. Every man and women ----------- to understand their responsibility. (has / have)

Q.8. Word Power:

1. Synonyms - Homage (0.5)
2. Antonyms – Energetic (0.5)
3. Phrasal Verb- Deal In (0.5)
4. Word often confused- Berth , Birth (0.5)
5. Idioms – Wolf in sheep’s clothing (0.5)
6. One word substitution- One who walks on ropes (0.5)

SECTION-D(LITERATURE)

Q.9. Word meaning : (2)

a. Distinction b. Ridiculous
Q.10. Make sentences: (2)
1. Pearl
2. Facilities
Q.11. Answer the following : (3)
1. What prank did the boys play on the elderly man?
2. How did reading books help Mithali?
3. What were Mithali’s first few achievements in cricket?

Q.12. Read the following extract and answer the following: (3)

“Look at your pots. See what they have done while you were away. Mister, those horrible rats have run
away with most of your food.”

1. Who is the speaker and to whom are these lines addressed?

2. Where has the food gone?
3. What is the listener’s response?