Annual
Summative Assessment-2024 Sample Question
Subject: English Grade: Six
Time: 3 hours Marks:
100
Part A: Reading
1.
Read the text about
cultural and social behavioural similarities and dissimilarities between
Bangladesh and the United Kingdom, and answer
the questions that follow:
Bangladesh and the United Kingdom (UK) have distinct
cultural and social behaviours shaped by their unique histories and
environments. Both countries value family and community, though the ways these
values are expressed may differ. In Bangladesh, extended families often live together, and there is a strong
emphasis on respecting the elders. In the
UK, while there is a greater focus on nuclear families and individualism.
Socially, both countries enjoy festivals and public
holidays, but the types of celebrations vary. Bangladesh celebrates religious
festivals like Eid and Pohela Boishakh,
while the UK celebrates Christmas,
Easter, and Bonfire Night. Both countries have a rich tradition of literature
and arts. Bangladesh is known for its poetry and music, and the UK for its
contributions to literature and theatre.
Behaviourally, there are differences in social etiquette.
In Bangladesh, hospitality is a key aspect of social behaviour, and guests are
treated with great respect. In the UK, politeness and queuing are important
social norms. Despite these differences, both societies value education, and
have made significant efforts to improve literacy and educational opportunities
for their citizens.
a)
Choose the best
answer from the alternatives: 1x5=5
i.
What type of family structure is more common in Bangladesh?
a) nuclear family
b) extended family
c) Single-parent family
d) Childless family
ii.
Which festival is celebrated in Bangladesh?
a)
Christmas
b)
Easter
c)
Eid
d)
Bonfire Night
iii.
What is a key aspect of social behaviour in Bangladesh?
a) queuing
b) individualism
c) hospitality
d) punctuality
iv.
What is one thing that is valued by both societies?
a) theatre
b) individualism
c) politeness
d) education
v.
Which country is known for its contributions to
literature and theatre?
a) Bangladesh
b) The UK
c) Both
d) Neither
b)
Write short answers
to the following questions 5x2=10
i.
How do family structures in Bangladesh differ from those
in the UK?
ii.
Name one festival celebrated in Bangladesh and one in the UK.
iii.
Describe a key aspect of social behaviour in the UK.
iv.
What are some cultural contributions of Bangladesh?
v.
How do both countries value education?
2.
Read the following
story and answer the questions that follow:
The Brave
Journey
Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Arif who
lived in a small village.
He loved nature and always
dreamed of exploring the nearby forest. One day, he decided to embark on an
adventure into the forest to discover its secrets.
He packed some food, water, and a small knife for
protection. As he ventured deeper into the forest, he encountered various
animals and beautiful landscapes. He saw colourful birds, playful monkeys, and even a
majestic deer. He felt a sense of peace and happiness in the forest.
While exploring, he found an old, abandoned hut. Inside,
he discovered a diary left by a previous explorer. The diary was filled with stories of bravery and survival. Inspired
by the diary, he decided to
stay in the forest for a few days to experience life in the wild.
During his stay, he learned to build a shelter, find
food, and make a fire. He realized that living in the forest required courage,
resourcefulness, and respect for nature. His adventure taught him valuable
lessons about self-reliance and the beauty of the natural world.
After a few days, He returned to his village
with a newfound appreciation for nature and the
skills he had learned. He shared his experiences with his friends and family,
inspiring them to respect and
protect the environment.
a) Read the statements and write whether they are true or
false. If false, give the correct answer. 1x5=5
i)
Arif lived in a big city.
ii)
Arif found a diary in the forest.
iii)
Arif stayed in the forest for a few weeks.
iv) Arif learned
to build a shelter in the forest.
v)
Arif’s adventure made him dislike nature.
b)
Read the story again
and match column A with column B. 1x5=5
c)
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Column A |
Column B |
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a) Arif’s home |
i. small knife |
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b) the animal Arif saw |
ii. small village |
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c) the item Arif packed |
iii. majestic
deer |
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d) the place Arif found in the forest |
iv. making a fire |
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e) the skill Arif learned |
v. abandoned hut |
Part B: Appreciating Poems
3.
Read the following
poem and answer the questions that follow:
The Brave Little Explorer
Once there was a little boy, And his name was Brave Roy. He set off to the forest deep,
Where secrets and wonders sleep.
The forest was dark and wide, But Brave Roy walked with
pride. He found a cave, so dark and cold,
And
inside, treasures of gold.
Back home, he shared his tale, Of the forest, dark and pale. Brave Roy learned to be bold,
And his story was often told.
a) Answer the following questions: 2x3=6
i) What was the
name of the little boy in the poem?
ii) Where did Brave Roy go on his adventure?
iii) What did Brave Roy find inside the cave?
b)
How many stanzas are
there in the poem? 1x1= 1
c) Write the rhyming words in the following table. 0.5x6=3
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Roy |
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deep |
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wide |
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gold |
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tale |
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told |
Part C: Grammar
4. Read
the following story and rewrite it using capital letters or punctuation marks
where necessary. 10
In a small village in Bangladesh there was a river where children loved
to play. one day,
a little boy named Rafiq was playing near the riverbank suddenly, he slipped
and fell into the water.
a fisherman who was nearby
saw him and quickly jumped
in to save him. Rafiq was scared, but the fisherman
reassured him, “don’t
worry, I’m here to help.”
after a few minutes,
they reached the shore safely.
Rafiq thanked the fisherman and promised
to be more careful from that day on, he always remembered the kind man who
saved him
5. a) Read the following passage carefully. Identify
five adjectives in the text and write their synonyms in the table provided
below. 1x5=5
In a remote
village surrounded by lush green fields, there lived an old man. He was known
for his wise advice and helpful nature. The villagers often came to him with
their problems, and his calm and gentle words would always bring them comfort.
One day, a smart boy came to the old man with a difficult problem. The old man
listened with a patient smile and then gave the boy some valuable advice. The
boy was grateful and promised to follow his words.
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Adjective |
Synonym |
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b)
Read the conversation and write three sentences
to describe Rumi using at least 5 adjectives. 1x5=
5
Situation:
Helping with Homework
Tania: Hi, Rumi. I’m having trouble
with my math homework. Can you help me? Rumi:
Of course, Tania! Let’s work on it together. Which part are you stuck on? Tania: I don’t understand how to solve
this equation.
Rumi: No worries, I’ll explain it to you step by step. You’ll get
it in no time!
Tania: Thank you, Rumi. You’re always so helpful.
Rumi: I’m happy to help, Tania. We’re friends after all!
c) Read
the passage below. Then, identify 5 adjectives and write the noun they refer to
in the following table: 1x5= 5
People are less active nowadays,
partly because technology has made our lives easier. We drive cars or take
public transport. Machines wash our clothes. We entertain ourselves in front of
a TV or computer screen.
Fewer people are doing manual
work, and most of us have jobs that involve little
physical effort. Work, household
chores, shopping and other necessary activities are far less demanding than for
previous generations.
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Adjectives |
Nouns |
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active |
people |
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easier |
lives |
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manual |
work |
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physical |
effort |
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demanding |
activities |
6.
Read the given contexts carefully and answer the
questions using appropriate modals. 1x5= 5
a) Rafi’s teacher asks him to
bring a book from the library. How
will he ask the librarian for the book? (Request)
b) Sara’s parents have asked
her to complete her homework before going out to play. What should Sara do? (Obligation)
c) Tarek has an important exam
tomorrow. He’s thinking about studying late into the night.
What might happen if Tarek
doesn’t get enough sleep? (Possibility)
d) The principal needs a
volunteer to help organize an event at school.
How should the principal ask the students for help? (Polite Request)
e) The class monitor notices
that the classroom is messy after a group activity.
What should the students do? (Obligation)
Part D: Writing
7.
Suppose you are a student of X High School. A Kite
Festival is going to be held in your school. You want to invite Upazilla
Secondary Education Officer to visit the festival.
Now, write an invitation letter to the Upazilla
Secondary Education Officer to invite him/her to the festival. In your letter
include appropriate salutations and closing, mention the main purpose and
follow the format of a formal letter. 12
8.
Last Monday you visited a historical place. It has a
deep impact on your mind. You want to share your experience with one of your
friends. Now write a conversation between you and your friend. 8
9. Write a story based on the following situations. 15
Fact: You have lost your way
Situation: A busy city/remote
village/forest Characters: Yourself, other persons
Time: Last Saturday
Your
story should maintain the following features:
· Beginning & closing,
theme, time and place
·
Characters & incidents