Class V

United Charter Schools

2nd Periodic/Specified Assessment
English-Class V (2024-2025)

Name: _____________ Class/Section: ______ Date: _______

Duration: 60 mins Total Marks: 25 Marks obtained: _______

Section I- Comprehension
[Total marks: 12]
• Read the following passage and answer the given questions.

Is Reading a Book Better Than Watching a Movie?

Imagine a world without books. No interesting stories, no characters to love or

hate, and no adventures to read about. It might sound like a nightmare to many
of us. But with the rise of movies and television, some people wonder if books are
becoming obsolete. Is reading a book really better than watching a movie?
One of the main advantages of reading a book is that it allows you to use your
imagination. When you read, you create mental images of the characters,
settings, and events. This helps you to connect with the story on a deeper level.
Movies, on the other hand, provide you with a visual representation of the story.
While this can be enjoyable, it can also limit your imagination.
Another benefit of reading is that when you read, you have to actively engage
your brain to understand the words and sentences. This helps to improve your
vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills. Watching a movie, on the other
hand, is a more passive activity. You simply sit back and let the images and
sounds wash over you.
However, there are also some advantages to watching movies. Movies can be a
great way to experience a story quickly and easily. They can also be visually
stunning and can bring the story to life in a way that books cannot. Additionally,
movies can be a shared experience that can bring family and friends together.
Movies not only are fun to watch, but they also helps in learning.
In conclusion, both reading and watching movies have their own unique benefits.
While reading is a more active and imaginative process, movies can be a quick and
easy way to experience a story. Ultimately, the best choice for you will depend
on your personal preferences. So, the next time you're looking for a good story,

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why not try both reading a book and watching a movie? You might be surprised at
how different and enjoyable they can be.
1. Circle the correct answer. /2
(½ mark each)
i. What helps you connect with the stories on a deeper level?

a. imagination

b. visual representation

c. critical thinking

ii. How do movies actively engage the brain?

a. by requiring comprehension of words and sentences

b. by allowing for a shared experience.

c. by providing visual images.

iii. How do movies differ from books in terms of experience?

a. movies are only for entertainment

b. movies provide a passive experience

c. movies have no storyline

iv. What does the author recommend for experiencing stories?

a. only read books.

b. only watch movies.

c. try reading a book and watching a movie.

2. Fill in the blanks with the correct word. /3

(½ mark each)
i. While reading books, we create mental images of the_____________,

_____________ and _____________

ii. Movies can be a great way to experience a story in a _____________ and

_____________ way

iii. Movies can bring the story to _____________.

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3. Answer the following questions.

i. Do you think books are interesting? Why or why not? Give one reason with
reference to the text. /2
(1 mark for reasoning)
(1 mark for relevant reference to the text)

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ii. Read the given text and write one advantage and one disadvantage. /4
Advantages Disadvantages

Reading
Books

Watching
Movies

iii. Read the lines around the circled word and write what it might mean in the
second column below. /1
(½ mark eac

Word Contextual/ Inferred Meaning

a. passive

b. nightmare

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Section II – Writing a Descriptive Text /13

Imagine you visited a shopping mall with your family.

Write a description of what you see, hear, smell, feel, and taste. Give a suitable
title

Marks
Criteria for Writing a Descriptive Text Marks
Obtained

suitability of the title 1 Mark

use of senses to describe (see, hear, smell and taste) 4 Marks

logical and sequential presentation using paragraphs 2 Marks

use descriptive words and phrases 2 Marks

effective usage of grammar, punctuation, and spelling. 2 Marks

use and underline 4 plurals 2 Marks

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