English Sample Question for Class Six

Annual Summative Assessment-2024/ (Bangladesh)

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: 1×5=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 5×2=10

(a) How do family structures in Bangladesh differ from those in the UK?

(b) Name one festival celebrated in Bangladesh and one in the

(c) Describe a key aspect of social behaviour in the

(d) What are some cultural contributions of Bangladesh?

(e) 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. 1×5=5

(a) Arif lived in a big city. 

(b) Arif found a diary in the forest. 

(c) Arif stayed in the forest for a few weeks.

(d) Arif learned to build a shelter in the forest.

(e) Arif’s adventure made him dislike nature. 

B. Read the story again and match column A with column 1×5=5

Column A	Column B
a)  Arif’s home	i.      small knife
b) the animal Arif saw	ii.      small village
c)  the item Arif packed	iii.      majestic deer
d) the place Arif found in the forest	iv.      making a fire
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: 2×3=6

(a) What was the name of the little boy in the poem?

(b) Where did Brave Roy go on his adventure?

(c) What did Brave Roy find inside the cave?

B. How many stanzas are there in the poem? 1×1= 1

 C. Write the rhyming words in the following 0.5×6=3

	Roy
deep
wide
	gold
tale
	told

 

Part C: Grammar

4. Read the following story and rewrite it using capital letters or punctuation marks where 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.  Read the following passage Identify five adjectives in the text and write their synonyms in the table provided below. 1×5=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.

Adjective	Synonym

 

6. Read the conversation and write three sentences to describe Rumi using at least 5 1×5= 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!

7. Read the passage below. Then, identify 5 adjectives and write the noun they refer to in the following table: 1×5= 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.

Adjectives	Nouns
active	people
easier	lives
manual	work
physical	effort
demanding	activities

8. Read the given contexts carefully and answer the questions using appropriate 1×5= 5

(a) Rafi’s teacher asks him to bring a book from the 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 What should Sara do? (Obligation)

(c) Tarek has an important exam 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 How should the principal ask the students for help? (Polite Request)

(e) The class monitor notices that the classroom is messy after a group What should the students do? (Obligation)

Part D: Writing

9. Suppose you are a student of X High 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

10. Last Monday you visited a historical 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

11. Write a story based on the following 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