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By Swati Singh
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Updated on 16 Jul 2025, 17:02 IST
Prepare effectively for your CBSE Class 5 English exams with a curated list of important questions. This guide covers all essential topics, ensuring you ace your exams and master every concept in the Class 5 English syllabus.
You can download a free PDF of CBSE Class 5 English Important Questions with answers (chapter-wise). It helps you to practise offline without using mobile or internet.
Chapter No. | Chapter Name | Important Topics | Key Questions |
1 | The Fun They Had | - Future of Education - Technology in Education | - Describe the story of the two children in the story. - What does the story suggest about the future of education? |
2 | The Invention of Shoes | - Importance of Inventions - Role of Shoes in Our Lives | - How did the invention of shoes impact society? - What is the significance of shoes in daily life? |
3 | The Little Fir Tree | - Desire vs Contentment - Nature’s Gifts | - What did the fir tree desire most? - How did the tree’s greed affect its life? |
4 | The Story of the Road | - Importance of Roads - Journey and Travel | - Why are roads important for civilization? - How does the author describe the journey on the road? |
5 | The Magic Garden | - Magical Nature - Children’s Imagination | - What makes the garden magical? - How do the children’s imaginations come to life in the story? |
6 | The Silent World | - Animals and Nature - Silent Communication | - How do animals communicate in the wild? - Why is it important to preserve nature? |
7 | Rip Van Winkle | - Time and Change - Character Transformation | - What changes occur in Rip Van Winkle's life after his long sleep? - How does time affect him? |
8 | The Thief's Story | - Crime and Redemption - The Power of Goodness | - What was the thief’s motivation? - How did the boy’s actions lead to his redemption? |
9 | A Bicycle in Good Repair | - Responsibility and Care - Importance of Keeping Things Safe | - How did the narrator care for his bicycle? - What lesson can we learn from the narrator’s experience? |
10 | The Man Who Knew Too Much | - Knowledge and Responsibility - Wisdom in Everyday Life | - How did the man’s knowledge affect his life? - What lesson did the man learn from his experiences? |
1. Reading Comprehension:
Passage: "The sun rose early that day. The sky was clear, and the birds were chirping. The farmer woke up early and got ready to work in the fields. He was looking forward to a long, tiring day."
- What time of the day is described in the passage?
The time described is morning.
- What was the farmer preparing for?
The farmer was preparing to work in the fields for the day.
2. Grammar - Parts of Speech:
- Identify the nouns, verbs, and adjectives in the sentence: "The little dog played happily in the garden."
Nouns: dog, garden
Verbs: played
Adjectives: little
3. Writing Skills - Letter Writing:
- Write a letter to your friend inviting them to your birthday party.
Solution:
[Your Address]
[City, Date]
Dear [Friend's Name],
I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to invite you to my birthday party, which will be held on [Date] at [Venue]. It will be a fun-filled day with games, music, and delicious food. I really hope you can join me to make the day even more special.
Please let me know if you can come.
Looking forward to seeing you on my birthday!
Warm regards,
[Your Name]
4. Fill in the Blanks (Verb Forms):
- Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb: "The teacher ____ (teach) the lesson yesterday."
The teacher taught the lesson yesterday.
5. Literature - Character Sketch:
- Write a character sketch of Rip Van Winkle from the story "Rip Van Winkle."
Solution:
Rip Van Winkle is a kind-hearted, lazy man who lives in a small village. He is often annoyed by his nagging wife and prefers to stay away from responsibilities. One day, he wanders into the mountains, falls asleep for 20 years, and wakes up to find a completely changed world. Rip's character shows a mix of innocence, naivety, and a longing for peace.
6. Pronouns:
- Identify the pronouns in the sentence: "She gave him the book, and he thanked her."
Pronouns: She, him, he, her
7. Punctuation:
- Punctuate the following sentence: "my sister loves to play the piano every morning"
"My sister loves to play the piano every morning."
8. Adjectives - Comparison:
- Complete the following sentence with the correct form of the adjective: "The blue dress is ____ (beautiful) than the red one."
The blue dress is more beautiful than the red one.
9. Tenses:
- Fill in the blanks with the correct tense of the verb: "By this time tomorrow, we ____ (complete) our homework."
By this time tomorrow, we will have completed our homework.
10. Antonyms:
- What is the antonym of the word "brave"?
The antonym of "brave" is "cowardly."
11. Synonyms:
- Find the synonym of the word "happy."
The synonym of "happy" is "joyful."
12. Prepositions:
- Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions: "The cat is ____ the table."
The cat is on the table.
13. Story Writing:
- Write a short story with the moral "Never give up."
Title: The Little Ant
Once upon a time, a little ant found a huge piece of food. It was too heavy for her to carry alone. She tried again and again but failed. She didn't give up and kept pushing the food bit by bit. Finally, after a lot of hard work, she succeeded in carrying it back to her colony.
Moral: Never give up, and you will achieve your goal.
14. Subject-Verb Agreement:
- Choose the correct verb: "Neither the teacher nor the students ____ present in the class."
Neither the teacher nor the students were present in the class.
15. Poem Interpretation:
- What is the theme of the poem "The Magic Garden"?
The theme of the poem "The Magic Garden" is about the beauty and magic of nature, especially in a garden. It also emphasizes how nature comes to life with imagination and joy, especially in the eyes of children.
16. Adverbs:
- Identify the adverb in the sentence: "She sings beautifully."
Adverb: beautifully
17. Articles:
- Fill in the blanks with appropriate articles: "He is ____ honest man."
He is an honest man.
18. Active and Passive Voice:
- Change the following sentence into the passive voice: "The teacher teaches the lesson."
The lesson is taught by the teacher.
19. Compound Words:
- Form a compound word using the words "snow" and "man."
Snowman
20. Idioms:
- What does the idiom "Break the ice" mean?
"Break the ice" means to make people feel more comfortable in a social situation.
1. Boosts Exam Preparation
2. Enhances Understanding of Key Topics
3. Improves Writing Skills
4. Boosts Confidence
5. Develops Strong Vocabulary and Grammar Skills
6. Prepares for Unexpected Questions
7. Time Management Skills
8. Aids in Self-Assessment
9. Improves Comprehension Skills
10. Helps Achieve Better Results
11. Promotes Holistic Learning
12. Supports Parental Involvement
Practicing important questions helps improve exam preparation, boosts understanding of key topics, enhances grammar and vocabulary, improves writing skills, and builds confidence. It also prepares students for unexpected questions and develops time management skills for the exam.
To improve writing skills, practice writing essays, stories, letters, and paragraphs. Focus on clear structure, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. Regularly writing will help develop clarity in expressing thoughts effectively.
Common types of questions include grammar (parts of speech, tenses, prepositions), reading comprehension, writing tasks (letter writing, story writing), and literature-based questions (character sketches, theme-based questions, etc.).
To practice reading comprehension, read various passages, focus on the main idea, identify key details, and answer related questions. Practice identifying the tone, mood, and inferences in the passage to improve overall comprehension skills.
Key topics include grammar (parts of speech, sentence formation, tenses), reading comprehension, writing skills (letters, stories, essays), and literature (summaries, character sketches, moral lessons). Focus on vocabulary, idioms, and basic language rules as well.
Time management can be improved by practicing sample papers and mock exams. Allocate specific time for each section, such as 15 minutes for reading comprehension, 20 minutes for writing tasks, and 30 minutes for grammar. Practice writing quickly and clearly under time constraints to build speed and accuracy.
Important questions typically cover key concepts, such as grammar rules, reading passages, and major themes in the literature section. Reviewing past year question papers, understanding the exam pattern, and referring to teacher recommendations can help identify important questions.
Yes, practicing important questions, especially those involving comprehension and writing, helps improve vocabulary. Pay attention to unfamiliar words in the passages, and try using new words in your writing to enhance your vocabulary.
Start by planning the plot: introduction, conflict, climax, and resolution. Keep the story simple, with clear moral lessons, and focus on using descriptive language. Practice writing short stories on different themes, and ensure proper sentence structure and punctuation.
For grammar, focus on understanding and practicing parts of speech, tenses, sentence structures, and punctuation. For writing skills, practice writing essays, letters, and stories. Regular practice, along with revising grammar rules, will help in excelling at both grammar and writing tasks.