Super Tough English Language Test Paper

Subject: English Language — Class 4 (ICSE Level)

Total Marks: 50
Time: 1 Hour

✍️Section A: Sentences and Their Kinds (18 Marks)

A1. Multiple Choice — Identify the Kind of Sentence (1×5=5)
1. Could you hand me that book, please?
a) Declarative
b) Exclamatory
c) Imperative
d) Interrogative
2. How wonderfully the birds sing in the morning!
a) Imperative
b) Declarative
c) Interrogative
d) Exclamatory
3. When are we leaving for the zoo?
a) Exclamatory
b) Imperative
c) Interrogative
d) Declarative
4. Pack your bag carefully before the trip.
a) Exclamatory
b) Imperative
c) Declarative
d) Interrogative
5. The old man walks his dog every morning.
a) Declarative
b) Interrogative
 c) Exclamatory
d) Imperative

A2. Choose the Correct Sentence (1×3=3)

1. Which of the following is an Exclamatory Sentence?
a) Close the window at once.
b) How bright the moon is tonight!
c) Do you know the answer?
d) The train leaves at six.
2. Which of these is an Imperative Sentence?
a) What a fast runner he is!
b) Finish your homework before dinner.
c) My father loves classical music.
d) Are you coming to the party?
3. Choose the Interrogative Sentence below:
a) Please lend me your pencil.
b) The flowers are blooming.
c) Can you lift this heavy box?
d) How pretty the sky looks!

A3. Fill in the Blanks (1×4=4)

1. Don’t touch the wires. (This is an _imperative sentence.)
2. I wonder who left the gate open. (This is a
__interogative________ sentence.)
3. _____Did____ you seen the latest movie? (Fill in a helping verb
to make it interrogative.)
4. What a lovely sunset it was! (This is an
__exclamatory_________ sentence.)
A4. Rewrite the Sentences as Directed (2×3=6)
1. She is such a helpful person. (Rewrite as an exclamatory
sentence.)
ANS wow she is such a helpful person !
2. Watch your step! (Rewrite as a declarative sentence.)
ANS Carefull watch your step.
3. Where did you find this book? (Rewrite as a declarative
sentence.)
Did you find this book from that shelf

🧠 Section B: Nouns (14 Marks)

B1. Multiple Choice — Identify the Type of Noun (1×5=5)
1. Honesty is the best policy.
a) Common Noun
b) Abstract Noun
c) Collective Noun
d) Proper Noun
2. A herd of elephants crossed the river.
a) Proper Noun
b) Collective Noun
c) Abstract Noun
d) Common Noun
3. The Himalayas are covered with snow.
a) Proper Noun
b) Common Noun
c) Abstract Noun
d) Collective Noun
 4. My childhood was full of adventure.
a) Abstract Noun
b) Common Noun
c) Proper Noun
d) Collective Noun
5. The jury announced the verdict.
a) Proper Noun
b) Collective Noun
c) Abstract Noun
d) Common Noun

B2. Choose the Correct Sentence (1×3=3)

1. Which sentence contains a Collective Noun?
a) The roses smell sweet.
b) The committee agreed on the plan.
c) Peter went to the market.
d) Honesty is appreciated.
2. Which sentence uses a Proper Noun?
a) The school is closed today.
b) The birds are chirping.
c) Mount Everest is the tallest mountain.
d) My brother plays cricket.
3. Identify the sentence with an Abstract Noun.
a) The kitten is adorable.
b) Kindness is valued everywhere.
c) The shop is closed.
d) The team won the match.

B3. Fill in the Blanks (1×3=3)

1. The _pack___________ (Group of wolves) howled at the moon.
 2. _____Paris _______ is the capital of France.
3. ___kindness_________ cannot be touched but can be felt.
(Hint: Type - Abstract Noun)

B4. Replace the Underlined Common Noun with a Proper Noun

(1×3=3)
1. I live in this city.
ANS I live in Amritsar
2. My friend gave me a gift.
Mohan gave me a gift
3. We visited the museum last weekend.
ANS We visited Indian Museum last weekend

📚 Section C: Comprehension (18 Marks)

Read the passage carefully and answer the questions.
Last summer, Emma visited her grandmother who lived on a farm.
Every morning, Emma woke up to the sound of roosters crowing. She
helped her grandmother feed the chickens and water the plants. One
afternoon, a little lamb wandered away from the barn. Emma
searched everywhere until she finally found the lamb near the
stream. She carefully led it back home. Her grandmother was proud
of her for being so responsible.

C1. Multiple Choice Questions (1×5=5)

1. Where did Emma spend her summer?
a) In the city
b) On a farm
 c) At the beach
d) In a forest
2. What did Emma help her grandmother with?
a) Feeding chickens and watering plants
b) Shopping at the market
c) Cleaning the barn
d) Baking cookies
3. Who wandered away from the barn?
a) The dog
b) The cow
c) The lamb
d) The rooster
4. Where did Emma find the lamb?
a) In the kitchen
b) Near the stream
c) Under the bed
d) On the road
5. What quality did Emma show?
a) Laziness
b) Carelessness
c) Responsibility
d) Curiosity

C2. Fill in the Blanks (1×4=4)

1. Emma visited her _grandmother_______ during summer.
2. The lamb wandered away from the _barn_______.
3. Emma found the lamb near the _stream_______.
4. Emma’s grandmother was proud________ of her.
C3. Choose the Correct Sentence Based on the Story (1×3=3)
1. a) Emma slept all day on the farm.
b) Emma helped her grandmother on the farm.
2. a) The lamb got lost in the kitchen.
b) The lamb was found near the stream.
3. a) Emma’s grandmother was unhappy with her.
b) Emma’s grandmother was proud of her.

C4. Paragraph Questions (3×2=6)

1. Why did Emma search for the lamb?
Because the lamb belonged to her grandmother and it has
wandered away.
2. What lesson can you learn from Emma’s actions?
We should not be lazy and act responsibly in difficult situations.

✅ Test Ends!
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Language Test Paper (Class 4 — ICSE Level)!

✅ Answer Key
Subject: English Language — Class 4 (ICSE Level)

✍️Section A: Sentences and Their Kinds

A1. Multiple Choice
1. c) Imperative
2. d) Exclamatory
3. c) Interrogative
4. b) Imperative
5. a) Declarative

A2. Choose the Correct Sentence

1. b) How bright the moon is tonight! (Exclamatory)
2. b) Finish your homework before dinner. (Imperative)
3. c) Can you lift this heavy box? (Interrogative)

A3. Fill in the Blanks

 1. Imperative
2. Declarative
3. Have
4. Exclamatory

A4. Rewrite as Directed

1. What a helpful person she is! (Exclamatory)
2. You should watch your step. (Declarative)
3. You found this book there. (Declarative)

🧠 Section B: Nouns
B1. Multiple Choice
1. b) Abstract Noun
2. b) Collective Noun
3. a) Proper Noun
4. a) Abstract Noun
5. b) Collective Noun

B2. Choose the Correct Sentence

1. b) The committee agreed on the plan. (Collective Noun)
2. c) Mount Everest is the tallest mountain. (Proper Noun)
3. b) Kindness is valued everywhere. (Abstract Noun)

B3. Fill in the Blanks

1. pack (Collective Noun)
 2. Paris (Proper Noun)
3. Love (Abstract Noun)

B4. Replace with Proper Noun

1. I live in this city → I live in Mumbai.
2. My friend gave me a gift → Ravi gave me a gift.
3. We visited the museum last weekend → We visited The British
Museum last weekend.

📚 Section C: Comprehension
C1. Multiple Choice
1. b) On a farm
2. a) Feeding chickens and watering plants
3. c) The lamb
4. b) Near the stream
5. c) Responsibility

C2. Fill in the Blanks

1. grandmother
2. barn
3. stream
4. proud

C3. Choose the Correct Sentence

1. b) Emma helped her grandmother on the farm.
 2. b) The lamb was found near the stream.
3. b) Emma’s grandmother was proud of her.

C4. Paragraph Questions (Suggested Answers)

1. Emma searched for the lamb because it had wandered away
from the barn and she wanted to make sure it was safe.
2. Emma’s actions teach us that responsibility and kindness are
important, and that helping others can make people proud of
you.

CLASS: IV FULL MARKS: 30 SUBJECT: ENGLISH LANGUAGE DATE:

_27.4.2025_________

General Instructions:
 The paper consists of multiple sections.
 Write all answers clearly.
 Copy the question numbers carefully before answering.
  Marks will be deducted for spelling and grammatical errors.

SECTION A: Choose the Correct Option [1 x 8 = 8]

Q1. Which of the following sentences is an imperative sentence?
a) How fast the horse runs!
b) Please close the window before you leave.
c) What a bright sunny day!
d) Did you complete your homework?

Q2. Identify the abstract noun in this sentence:

"His honesty is appreciated by everyone."
a) His
b) honesty
c) appreciated
d) everyone

Q3. Choose the correct collective noun for the sentence:

"The ________ of geese flew in perfect formation."
a) team
b) gaggle
c) fleet
d) herd

Q4. Identify the type of sentence:

"Could you lend me your pen for a moment?"
a) Imperative
b) Declarative
c) Interrogative
d) Exclamatory

Q5. Choose the correct sentence:

a) What a wonderful painting you have made! both a and c are
b) What a wonderful painting you have made? same?
c) What wonderful painting you have made!
d) What a wonderful painting you had make!

Q6. Identify the kind of noun underlined in this sentence:

"The crowd cheered loudly during the match."
a) Proper Noun
b) Collective Noun
c) Common Noun
d) Abstract Noun

Q7. Select the sentence that is exclamatory:

a) Wow! That magician is amazing.
b) The magician performed a great trick.
c) Can you show me the trick again?
d) Please show me the trick again.

Q8. Choose the sentence that is declarative:

a) Be careful while crossing the road.
b) What a beautiful house!
c) I will visit my grandparents this weekend.
d) Did you finish your reading assignment?

SECTION B: Comprehension [10 Marks]

Read the passage carefully:
One morning, Sarah decided to explore the old library at the end of
her street. The moment she stepped inside, she was struck by the
smell of ancient books and polished wood. A quietness filled the air,
broken only by the soft flipping of pages. She discovered a shelf filled
with books about courage, wisdom, and kindness. Sarah spent hours
reading and realized that books hold not just stories, but powerful
ideas that shape one's mind and heart.
Answer the questions:
a) What did Sarah find special about the library? (2)
ANS Sarah discovered a shelf full with books about courage
wisdom and kindness
b) Name three abstract nouns mentioned in the passage. (3)
ANS three abstract nouns are courage wisdom and kindness.
c) Write TRUE or FALSE: (1)
 The library was noisy and crowded. false
 Sarah spent only a few minutes at the library. false

d) Fill in the blanks: (2)

 The smell of ____ancient books______ and polished wood
filled the air.
 Books hold not just stories but powerful __ideas that shape a
persons mind and heart ________.

e) Pick a collective noun from the passage. (2)

left , I could not find one

SECTION C: Fill in the Blanks [1 x 4 = 4]

Q1. A ____constellation______ of stars twinkled brightly in the night
sky.
Q2. The teacher praised Maya for her ___honesty_______ (Abstract
Noun).
Q3. Please __switch ________ the lights before you leave.
(Imperative Verb)
Q4. The army marched in perfect ___formation_______ across the
parade ground.

SECTION D: Rewrite the Sentences [1 x 4 = 4]

Rewrite each sentence correctly and mention its kind (Imperative,
Declarative, Interrogative, Exclamatory):
1. how brave you areou are
How brave you are ! exclamatory
2. submit your assignment on time
Submit your assignment on time. imperative
3. why is the sky blue
Why is the sky blue? interrogative
4. I enjoy reading adventure books
I enjoy reading adventure books. Assertive

SECTION E: Noun Hunt! [1 x 4 = 4]

Pick out all the nouns from the sentence and mention their kinds:
"Happiness and courage help people achieve success in life."

Test ends..

DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL NEWTOWN SESSION: 2024-2025 ENGLISH

LANGUAGE TEST - ANSWER KEY

SECTION A: Choose the Correct Option

Q1. b) Please close the window before you leave. (Imperative)
Q2. b) honesty (Abstract Noun)
Q3. b) gaggle (Collective Noun for geese)
Q4. c) Interrogative
Q5. a) What a wonderful painting you have made!
Q6. b) Collective Noun ("crowd")
Q7. a) Wow! That magician is amazing. (Exclamatory)
Q8. c) I will visit my grandparents this weekend. (Declarative)

SECTION B: Comprehension
a) She found the library special because of the smell of ancient
books, polished wood, and the peaceful atmosphere.
b) Abstract Nouns: courage, wisdom, kindness.
c) TRUE or FALSE:
  The library was noisy and crowded. FALSE
 Sarah spent only a few minutes at the library. FALSE
d) Fill in the blanks:
 ancient books
 ideas
e) Collective noun: shelf

SECTION C: Fill in the Blanks

Q1. cluster / constellation
Q2. honesty / kindness / intelligence (Any valid abstract noun)
Q3. switch off / turn off
Q4. formation / unity

SECTION D: Rewrite the Sentences

1. How brave you are! (Exclamatory)
2. Submit your assignment on time. (Imperative)
3. Why is the sky blue? (Interrogative)
4. I enjoy reading adventure books. (Declarative)

SECTION E: Noun Hunt!

Nouns and their kinds:
 Happiness (Abstract)
 Courage (Abstract)
 People (Common)
 Success (Abstract)
  Life (Abstract)

End of Answer Key

CLASS: IV FULL MARKS: 30 SUBJECT: ENGLISH LANGUAGE DATE: __1

5 2025___

General Instructions:
 Read all questions carefully before answering.
 Write all answers in full sentences unless instructed otherwise.
 Neatness and clarity are important for full marks.

SECTION A: Choose the Correct Option [1 x 8 = 8]

Q1. Which of the following sentences is Imperative?
a) The cat is sleeping on the mat.
b) Please write your name at the top of the page.
c) What a loud noise that was!
d) Have you seen my pen?

Q2. Pick the Abstract Noun from the sentence below:

"Bravery is shown in times of danger."
a) times
b) danger
c) bravery
d) shown

Q3. Choose the correct Collective Noun:

"A __________ of sailors worked together on the ship."
a) crew
b) herd
c) swarm
d) team

Q4. Identify the sentence type:

"Please do not disturb the sleeping dog."
a) Declarative
b) Interrogative
c) Imperative
d) Exclamatory

Q5. Choose the correct sentence:

a) Why are you so happy.
b) How wonderful the fireworks look!
c) Do you know the way to the station!
d) Close the door now.

Q6. Identify the type of Noun for the underlined word:

"Her kindness was appreciated by all."
a) Proper Noun
b) Common Noun
c) Abstract Noun
d) Collective Noun

Q7. Choose the sentence that is Interrogative:

a) What a brave child she is!
b) Where did you keep my book?
c) Please wash your hands before eating.
d) The clouds covered the entire sky.

Q8. Select the Declarative Sentence:

a) What a delicious cake!
b) The birds are building a nest in the tree.
c) Open the window to let in some air.
d) Can you help me with this puzzle?

SECTION B: Comprehension [10 Marks]

Read the passage carefully:
Lily loved visiting her grandmother's house during summer holidays.
The garden was always full of colourful flowers and buzzing bees. Her
grandmother told her stories about friendship, patience, and
honesty. Lily learned that true happiness comes from sharing, caring,
and helping others.
Answer the questions:
a) What did Lily enjoy at her grandmother's house? (2)
ANS Lily enjoyed to watch the garden and listen to the
stories her grandmother told .
b) Name three Abstract Nouns from the passage. (3)
ANS Three abstract nouns are friendship , patience and
honesty .
c) TRUE or FALSE: (1)
 The garden was empty and quiet. _false _____
 Lily learned about sharing and helping. _true_____

d) Fill in the blanks: (2)

 The garden was full of __colourful_______ flowers and buzzing
bees.
 Lily learned that true ___happiness_______ comes from caring
and helping.

e) Pick a Collective Noun from the passage. (2)

there is no collective noun

SECTION C: Fill in the Blanks [1 x 4 = 4]

Q1. A __group________ of ants was seen near the picnic basket.
Q2. The judge admired her __honesty________. (Abstract Noun)
Q3. ___Wash_______ your hands before dinner. (Imperative Verb)
Q4. The _band_________ of musicians performed beautifully.
SECTION D: Rewrite the Sentences [1 x 4 = 4]
Rewrite each sentence correctly and mention its Kind:
1. please help me to lift this box
ANS Please help me lift this box . assertive
2. what a thrilling match that was
ANS What a thrilling match that was ! exclamatory
3. where are the car keys
ANS Where are the car keys ? interrogative
4. honesty is the best policy
ANS Honesty is the best policy . imperative

SECTION E: Noun Hunt! [1 x 4 = 4]

Pick out all the nouns from the sentence and mention their kinds:
"Wisdom and kindness make the world a better place."
Wisdom = Abstract noun
Kindness = Abstract noun

End of Paper
CLASS: IV FULL MARKS: 30 SUBJECT: ENGLISH LANGUAGE DATE:
____3.5.2025______

General Instructions:
 Answer all questions carefully.
 Write neatly and number your answers correctly.
 Marks will be awarded for correct grammar, spelling, and
presentation.

SECTION A: Choose the Correct Option [1 x 8 = 8]

Q1. Identify the sentence type: "Please pass me the salt."
a) Exclamatory
b) Declarative
c) Imperative
d) Interrogative

Q2. Pick the Abstract Noun from the sentence:

"The child showed great courage during the storm."
a) child
b) courage
c) storm
d) showed

Q3. Select the correct Collective Noun for the sentence:

"A __pride________ of lions rested under the tree."
a) pride
b) herd
c) swarm
d) pack

Q4. Choose the Declarative Sentence:

a) Have you locked the door?
b) What a clever boy he is!
c) I finished my homework early today.
d) Please water the plants.

Q5. Identify the sentence type:

"How quickly the rain started!"
a) Declarative
b) Exclamatory
c) Imperative
d) Interrogative

Q6. Which word in this sentence is an Abstract Noun?

"Honesty is valued in every society."
a) Honesty
b) society
c) valued
d) every

Q7. Choose the Interrogative Sentence:

a) Where did you put my umbrella?
b) The garden looks beautiful in spring.
c) What a busy day it was!
d) Please turn off the tap.

Q8. Pick the correct Imperative Sentence:

a) She loves to read fairy tales.
b) Kindly submit your notebooks by Friday.
c) The moon shone brightly last night.
d) What a tough puzzle this is!

SECTION B: Comprehension [10 Marks]

Read the passage carefully:
Tom and his sister Emma spent the weekend at their uncle's farm.
They fed the chickens, collected fresh eggs, and watched the farmer
guide a herd of sheep into the pen. Their uncle explained the value of
patience, kindness, and teamwork while working on a farm. Tom and
Emma returned home filled with new knowledge and happy
memories.
Answer the questions:
a) What activities did Tom and Emma do on the farm? (2)
 Tom and her sister Emma fed the chickens , collected fresh eggs
and watched a farmer guide a herd of sheep into the pen
b) List three Abstract Nouns from the passage. (3)
Three Abstract nouns from the passage are patience , kindness
and teamwork.
c) TRUE or FALSE: (1)
 The farmer guided a herd of cows. __true____
 Tom and Emma learned about patience. _true_____

d) Fill in the blanks: (2)

 They collected fresh ___eggs_______ from the chickens.
 Uncle taught them the value of __paitence________, kindness,
and teamwork.

e) Pick one Collective Noun from the passage. (2)

SECTION C: Fill in the Blanks [1 x 4 = 4]

Q1. A __shoal________ of fish swam past the boat. Q2. Maya was
awarded for her __kindness________. (Abstract Noun) Q3.
___Remove_______ your shoes before entering the room.
(Imperative Verb) Q4. The ____team______ of players trained every
morning.

SECTION D: Rewrite the Sentences [1 x 4 = 4]

Rewrite each sentence correctly and mention its Kind:
1. what a peaceful place this is
What a peaceful place this is ! exclamatory
 2. finish your lunch before the bell rings
Finish your lunch before the bell rings. Imperative
3. when will the train arrive
When will the train arrive ? interrogative
4. the children are playing in the park
The children are playing in the park . assertive / declarative

SECTION E: Noun Hunt! [1 x 4 = 4]

Pick out all the nouns from the sentence and mention their kinds:
"Courage and honesty are important qualities in life."

Courage abstract noun honesty abstract noun qualities abstract

noun