English Olympiad Class 5 - Sample question paper 11
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Section 1 - Word and structure knowledge
Q1) Dogs can always ______________ the person because of their power of smell.
(A) identified
(B) identity
(C) identifiable
(D) identify
Answer: (D) identify
Explanation: Dogs can always identify the person because of their powerful sense of smell.
Q2) It wasn’t your fault. It was _____________ accident.
(A) a
(B) the
(C) some
(D) an
Answer: (D) an
Explanation: It wasn’t your fault. It was an accident.
Q3) __________ a car they also have a bike.
(A) Beside
(B) Besides
(C) Except for
(D) Apart
Answer: (B) Besides
Explanation: Besides a car, they also have a bike.
Q4) Match the given words with the option that can be used with all of them.
listen to, talk to, think about, look up to
(A) the radio
(B) a friend
(C) the weather
(D) a book
Answer: (B) a friend
Explanation: All the given words can be used with "a friend."
Q5) Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.
She was ____________ by the beautiful painting.
(A) fascinated
(B) fastened
(C) frightened
(D) forecasted
Answer: (A) fascinated
Explanation: She was fascinated by the beautiful painting.
Q6) Which of the following is a synonym for "enormous"?
(A) tiny
(B) huge
(C) average
(D) small
Answer: (B) huge
Explanation: Enormous is a synonym for huge.
Q7) Identify the correct form of the verb in the sentence.
The children __________ in the playground.
(A) play
(B) plays
(C) playing
(D) played
Answer: (A) play
Explanation: The correct form is "play" in this sentence.
Q8) Which word is the antonym of "ancient"?
(A) old
(B) modern
(C) aged
(D) antique
Answer: (B) modern
Explanation: "Modern" is the antonym of "ancient."
Q9) Choose the correct preposition to fill in the blank.
The cat is __________ the roof.
(A) on
(B) in
(C) under
(D) beside
Answer: (A) on
Explanation: The cat is on the roof.
Q10) Choose the correct spelling of the word.
The students had to __________ for the upcoming examination.
(A) revise
(B) revice
(C) reviise
(D) revize
Answer: (A) revise
Explanation: The correct spelling is "revise."
Q11) Identify the correct spelling of the word.
She was awarded a __________ for her outstanding performance.
(A) certificate
(B) sertificate
(C) cerificate
(D) certifcate
Answer: (A) certificate
Explanation: The correct spelling is "certificate."
Q12) Choose the correct spelling of the word.
The magician performed a __________ trick.
(A) misterious
(B) mysterious
(C) mistereous
(D) mystereous
Answer: (B) mysterious
Explanation: The correct spelling is "mysterious."
Q13) Identify the correct spelling of the word.
The chef prepared a delicious __________ for the guests.
(A) dessert
(B) desart
(C) dessart
(D) deesert
Answer: (A) dessert
Explanation: The correct spelling is "dessert."
Q14) Choose the correct spelling of the word.
He has a __________ collection of rare coins.
(A) valuable
(B) valuble
(C) valauble
(D) valuabel
Answer: (A) valuable
Explanation: The correct spelling is "valuable."
Q15) What does the idiom "hit the hay" mean?
(A) To win a big prize
(B) To go to bed or sleep
(C) To start a journey
(D) To have a great time
Answer: (B) To go to bed or sleep
Explanation: The idiom "hit the hay" means to go to bed or sleep.
Q16) What does the idiom "make a long story short" mean?
(A) To tell a lengthy tale
(B) To summarize or get to the point
(C) To exaggerate
(D) To create a fictional story
Answer: (B) To summarize or get to the point
Explanation: The idiom "make a long story short" means to summarize or provide a concise version of a lengthy narrative.
Q17) What does the idiom "burn the midnight oil" mean?
(A) To work late into the night
(B) To waste time
(C) To play with fire
(D) To conserve energy
Answer: (A) To work late into the night
Explanation: The idiom "burn the midnight oil" means to work late into the night, especially on a task or project.
Q18) What does the idiom "jump on the bandwagon" mean?
(A) To criticize a popular trend
(B) To join others in supporting a popular activity or trend
(C) To avoid following the crowd
(D) To start a new trend
Answer: (B) To join others in supporting a popular activity or trend
Explanation: The idiom "jump on the bandwagon" means to adopt a popular activity or trend, often without careful consideration.
Q19) What does the idiom "barking up the wrong tree" mean?
(A) To climb a tree
(B) To be mistaken or misguided in one's efforts
(C) To find the right solution
(D) To build a treehouse
Answer: (B) To be mistaken or misguided in one's efforts
Explanation: The idiom "barking up the wrong tree" means to pursue a mistaken or misguided course of action.
Q20) Choose the synonym for "magnificent":
(A) Tiny
(B) Splendid
(C) Ordinary
(D) Hesitant
Answer: (B) Splendid
Explanation: "Magnificent" and "splendid" are synonyms, both conveying the idea of grandeur or impressive beauty.
Q21) Choose the antonym for "generous":
(A) Greedy
(B) Grateful
(C) Giving
(D) Glorious
Answer: (A) Greedy
Explanation: "Generous" and "greedy" are antonyms; one represents a willingness to give, while the other denotes excessive desire for more.
Q22) Choose the synonym for "haste":
(A) Delay
(B) Speed
(C) Leisure
(D) Patience
Answer: (B) Speed
Explanation: "Haste" and "speed" are synonyms; both refer to the quickness of action or movement.
Q23) Choose the antonym for "vivid":
(A) Dull
(B) Bright
(C) Intense
(D) Lively
Answer: (A) Dull
Explanation: "Vivid" and "dull" are antonyms; one signifies brightness and clarity, while the other suggests lack of brightness or dullness.
Q24) Choose the synonym for "inquire":
(A) Ignore
(B) Investigate
(C) Insist
(D) Intend
Answer: (B) Investigate
Explanation: "Inquire" and "investigate" are synonyms, both involving seeking information or conducting an examination.
Q25) Choose the sentence with correct punctuation:
(A) The cat is orange it is sitting on the mat.
(B) The cat is orange, it is sitting on the mat.
(C) The cat is orange it is sitting, on the mat.
(D) The cat is orange; it is sitting on the mat.
Answer: (D) The cat is orange; it is sitting on the mat.
Explanation: The correct sentence uses a semicolon to separate two independent clauses.
Q26) Identify the sentence with correct punctuation:
(A) We went to the zoo on Saturday but it was closed
(B) We went to the zoo on Saturday, but it was closed.
(C) We went to the zoo, on Saturday, but it was closed.
(D) We went to the zoo on Saturday but, it was closed.
Answer: (B) We went to the zoo on Saturday, but it was closed.
Explanation: The correct sentence uses a comma before the coordinating conjunction "but" to separate independent clauses.
Q27) Choose the sentence with correct punctuation:
(A) Sam and Jane visited Paris France and Tokyo Japan last summer.
(B) Sam and Jane visited Paris, France, and Tokyo, Japan, last summer.
(C) Sam and Jane visited Paris, France and Tokyo, Japan last summer.
(D) Sam and Jane visited Paris France, and Tokyo Japan, last summer.
Answer: (B) Sam and Jane visited Paris, France, and Tokyo, Japan, last summer.
Explanation: The correct sentence uses commas to separate items in a series.
Q28) Identify the sentence with correct punctuation:
(A) Sarah exclaimed "I can't believe it's finally here!"
(B) Sarah exclaimed I can't believe it's finally here.
(C) Sarah exclaimed, "I can't believe it's finally here".
(D) Sarah exclaimed, I can't believe it's finally here!
Answer: (D) Sarah exclaimed, I can't believe it's finally here!
Explanation: The correct sentence uses quotation marks around the spoken words and ends with an exclamation mark.
Q29) Choose the sentence with correct punctuation:
(A) The teacher asked the class to read the first three chapters of the book
(B) The teacher asked, the class, to read the first three chapters of the book.
(C) The teacher asked the class to read, the first three chapters of the book.
(D) The teacher asked the class to read the first three chapters of the book.
Answer: (A) The teacher asked the class to read the first three chapters of the book.
Explanation: The correct sentence does not require additional commas for clarity.
Q30) Choose the correct one-word substitution for the given phrase:
"A person who hates mankind"
(A) Misogynist
(B) Misanthrope
(C) Philanthropist
(D) Altruist
Answer: (B) Misanthrope
Explanation: A misanthrope is someone who dislikes or distrusts humanity.
Section 2 - Reading
Born into a small coastal village, Maria loved exploring the rocky shores and sandy beaches since her early childhood. She developed a deep connection with the ocean and its marine life. As she grew older, Maria became passionate about marine conservation and decided to dedicate her life to protecting the underwater world.
She founded a non-profit organization called "Ocean Guardians" that focused on raising awareness about plastic pollution, overfishing, and the importance of preserving marine ecosystems. Maria and her team organized beach clean-ups, educational workshops, and campaigns to advocate for sustainable fishing practices.
Maria's efforts didn't go unnoticed, and she received recognition for her outstanding work in marine conservation. Despite facing challenges, she remained committed to her cause, believing that small actions could make a big difference in safeguarding the oceans for future generations.
Q31) What inspired Maria to dedicate her life to marine conservation?
(A) Her love for exploring coastal villages
(B) Her childhood connection with the ocean
(C) Her passion for rocky shores
(D) Her interest in marine life documentaries
Answer: (B) Her childhood connection with the ocean
Explanation: Maria developed a deep connection with the ocean and its marine life since her early childhood.
Q32) What type of organization did Maria establish for her cause?
(A) Coastal Explorers
(B) Ocean Protectors
(C) Marine Conservation Society
(D) Ocean Guardians
Answer: (D) Ocean Guardians
Explanation: Maria founded a non-profit organization called "Ocean Guardians" for marine conservation.
Q33) What activities did Maria and her team organize to promote marine conservation?
(A) Mountain Climbing Expeditions
(B) Skiing Competitions
(C) Beach Clean-ups and Educational Workshops
(D) Desert Safari Tours
Answer: (C) Beach Clean-ups and Educational Workshops
Explanation: Maria and her team organized beach clean-ups, educational workshops, and campaigns to advocate for sustainable fishing practices.
Q34) For what cause did Maria receive recognition?
(A) Mountain Conservation
(B) Forest Preservation
(C) Marine Conservation
(D) Air Quality Improvement
Answer: (C) Marine Conservation
Explanation: Maria received recognition for her outstanding work in marine conservation.
Q35) Despite facing challenges, what kept Maria committed to her cause?
(A) Financial Rewards
(B) Public Acclaim
(C) Belief in the Impact of Small Actions
(D) Competitive Spirit
Answer: (C) Belief in the Impact of Small Actions
Explanation: Maria remained committed to her cause, believing that small actions could make a big difference in safeguarding the oceans for future generations.
In the heart of a bustling city, there was a small bookstore named "Whimsical Words." Owned by Mrs. Thompson, it was a haven for book lovers and a place where stories came to life. Mrs. Thompson had a unique way of recommending books - she believed that every person had a literary soulmate waiting to be discovered.
Customers would enter the cozy bookstore, and Mrs. Thompson would ask them a series of questions, unraveling their preferences and interests. Once she had gathered enough insights, she would guide them to a book that seemed tailor-made for their reading pleasure.
Whimsical Words became famous for its personalized book recommendations, and people traveled from far and wide to experience the magic. Mrs. Thompson's passion for literature and her ability to connect readers with the perfect book turned her little bookstore into a cherished landmark.
Q36) What was the name of the bookstore in the heart of the bustling city?
(A) Literary Landmark
(B) Enchanted Novels
(C) Whimsical Words
(D) Cozy Chronicles
Answer: (C) Whimsical Words
Explanation: The name of the bookstore in the heart of the bustling city was "Whimsical Words."
Q37) How did Mrs. Thompson recommend books to customers?
(A) By randomly picking books from the shelves
(B) By asking a series of questions to understand their preferences
(C) By displaying bestselling books at the entrance
(D) By recommending the same book to everyone
Answer: (B) By asking a series of questions to understand their preferences
Explanation: Mrs. Thompson recommended books by asking customers a series of questions to understand their preferences and interests.
Q38) What made Whimsical Words famous?
(A) Its large collection of classic novels
(B) Mrs. Thompson's personalized book recommendations
(C) The location in the bustling city center
(D) Discounted book prices
Answer: (B) Mrs. Thompson's personalized book recommendations
Explanation: Whimsical Words became famous for Mrs. Thompson's personalized book recommendations.
Q39) What did Mrs. Thompson believe about every person?
(A) Every person had a favorite color
(B) Every person had a literary soulmate waiting to be discovered
(C) Every person should write their own book
(D) Every person had a talent for storytelling
Answer: (B) Every person had a literary soulmate waiting to be discovered
Explanation: Mrs. Thompson believed that every person had a literary soulmate waiting to be discovered through books.
Q40) What turned Whimsical Words into a cherished landmark?
(A) Its large collection of fairy tales
(B) Mrs. Thompson's ability to connect readers with the perfect book
(C) Its prime location in the city outskirts
(D) The availability of rare and antique books
Answer: (B) Mrs. Thompson's ability to connect readers with the perfect book
Explanation: Mrs. Thompson's ability to connect readers with the perfect book turned Whimsical Words into a cherished landmark.
Section 3 - Spoken and written expression
Q41) Nisha: Did you watch the new movie that everyone is talking about?
Amy: Yes, I watched __________ movie last night. It was amazing!
(A) a
(B) one
(C) what
(D) the
Answer: (A) a
Explanation: Amy is referring to a specific movie that she watched, so she uses the article "a."
Q42) Teacher: Remember to submit your homework on time.
Student: I forgot to __________ my homework last night.
(A) submit
(B) complete
(C) hand in
(D) finish
Answer: (C) hand in
Explanation: The student is referring to submitting the homework, so the appropriate phrasal verb is "hand in."
Q43) Ravi: Did you hear that the local library is hosting a book fair?
Maya: Yes, I want to buy __________ new books for my collection.
(A) some
(B) a few
(C) many
(D) several
Answer: (B) a few
Explanation: Maya expresses her desire to buy a small number of new books, so she uses the phrase "a few."
Q44) Alex: Have you met the new student in our class?
Bella: No, I haven't met __________ new student yet.
(A) a
(B) any
(C) some
(D) the
Answer: (B) any
Explanation: Both Alex and Bella are referring to an unspecified new student, so they use the indefinite pronoun "any."
Q45) Jessica: Let's watch a movie tonight.
David: Sure, we can choose __________ movie from the streaming service.
(A) a
(B) one
(C) some
(D) any
Answer: (B) one
Explanation: Jessica suggests watching a specific movie, and David agrees to choose one from the streaming service.
Achiever's section
Q46) __________ the heavy rain, the students enjoyed the outdoor field trip.
(A) Despite
(B) Inspite
(C) Although
(D) Though
Answer: (A) Despite
Explanation: Despite the heavy rain, the students still enjoyed the outdoor field trip.
Q47) Did you __________ to draw on the walls when you were a child?
(A) use
(B) had
(C) used
(D) like
Answer: (A) use
Explanation: The sentence is asking if the person made use of the action of drawing on the walls during childhood.
Q48) I cannot go to the party _________ I have to finish my homework.
(A) until
(B) because
(C) after
(D) while
Answer: (B) because
Explanation: The sentence implies a reason for not being able to go to the party, which is the need to finish homework.
Q49) My sister enjoys reading books, __________ I prefer playing outdoor games.
(A) but
(B) so
(C) because
(D) therefore
Answer: (A) but
Explanation: The sentence presents a contrast between the preferences of the speaker and their sister.
Q50) She worked hard; __________, she couldn't achieve the desired result.
(A) moreover
(B) however
(C) therefore
(D) but
Answer: (B) however
Explanation: The sentence indicates a contrast between the hard work and the unachieved desired result.