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iOEL - II (SilverZone) Olympiad (Class - 5)

Description: Olypiad Class - 5 Silverzone - 3
Number of Questions: 50
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Directions: Read the paragraph and answer the question that follows.

Darjeeling is a city located in the Indian state of West Bengal. It was merged with West Bengal in 1947. Darjeeling is the Queen of Hill Stations and one of the most magnificent hill resorts. Darjeeling is located in the Mahabharata Range at an elevation of 6700 ft. It is known for its tea industry. It is also a part of the Eastern Himalaya. The major festivals celebrated in Darjeeling are Diwali, Durga Puja and Christmas. The schools in Darjeeling are of British style.

Darjeeling is famous for its

  1. tea

  2. hills

  3. festivals

  4. tourists

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

“It is known for its tea industry.” So, option (1) is the correct answer.

Directions: Find the one word substitution for given phrase.

A person who thinks only of himself

  1. Egoist

  2. Miser

  3. Atheist

  4. Seeker

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Egoist means a person who thinks only of himself. Miser means one who spends less money. Atheist means one who does not believe in God. Seeker is someone making a search or inquiry about something. 

Directions: Choose the correct spelling.

  1. Extrovret

  2. Extrovert

  3. Extrvoert

  4. Extroevrt

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Extrovert is the correct spelling.

Directions: A sentence has been divided into four parts as P, Q, R and S. Rearrange the parts to form a meaningful sentence.

P: clever Q: is not R: very S: she

  1. QRPS

  2. RSQP

  3. SQRP

  4. PSRQ

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Subject (She) + helping verb (is) + object (not very clever).

Directions: Read the paragraph and answer the question that follows.

Darjeeling is a city located in the Indian state of West Bengal. It was merged with West Bengal in 1947. Darjeeling is the Queen of Hill Stations and one of the most magnificent hill resorts. Darjeeling is located in the Mahabharata Range at an elevation of 6700 ft. It is known for its tea industry. It is also a part of the Eastern Himalayas. The major festivals celebrated in Darjeeling are Diwali, Durga Puja and Christmas. The schools in Darjeeling are of British style.

In Darjeeling, schools are like __________ schools.

  1. Indian

  2. English

  3. Bengali

  4. Local

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

“The schools in Darjeeling are of British style.”

Directions: Read the paragraph and answer the question that follows.

Darjeeling is a city located in the Indian state of West Bengal. It was merged with West Bengal in 1947. Darjeeling is the Queen of Hill Stations and one of the most magnificent hill resorts. Darjeeling is located in the Mahabharata Range at an elevation of 6700 ft. It is known for its tea industry. It is also a part of the Eastern Himalayas. The major festivals celebrated in Darjeeling are Diwali, Durga Puja and Christmas. The schools in Darjeeling are of British style.

Which of the following is incorrect about Darjeeling?

  1. It has British style schools.

  2. Durga Puja is celebrated here.

  3. It is a place of pilgrimage for Christians.

  4. It is situated at an elevation of 6700 ft.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Option (3) is not mentioned in the passage. So, it is the correct answer.

Directions: Find one word substitution for the given phrase.

A person who deals in flowers

  1. Gardener

  2. Keeper

  3. Florist

  4. Farmer

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gardener is a person who works in or takes care of a garden as an occupation or pastime. Keeper is the one that has the charge or care of something. Florist is a person who deals in flowers. Farmer is the one who works on or operates a farm.

Directions: Identify the type of noun.

Gold

  1. Common

  2. Collective

  3. Abstract

  4. Material

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gold is an object. Out of it, jewellery items are made. Hence, it is a material noun. Option 4 is the correct answer.

Directions: Find one word substitution for the given phrase.

A thing which can be eaten

  1. Audible

  2. Edible

  3. Eligible

  4. Addible

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Audible means something which can be heard properly. Edible means something which can be eaten. Eligible means someone who is fit for a position. Addible means something which can be added.

Directions: Choose the correct spelling.

  1. Speceies

  2. Speicse

  3. Species

  4. Spceies

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Species is the correct spelling.

Directions: Identify the type of noun.

Kindness

  1. Abstract

  2. Collective

  3. Proper

  4. Common

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kindness refers to a quality of a person. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Direction: Fill in the blank with correct verb.

The train _____ before we reached the station.

  1. has left

  2. left

  3. had left

  4. have left

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The sentence is in the past perfect form. So, had + V3 is correct. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Read the paragraph and answer the question that follows.

Darjeeling is a city located in the Indian state of West Bengal. It was merged with West Bengal in 1947. Darjeeling is the Queen of Hill Stations and one of the most magnificent hill resorts. Darjeeling is located in the Mahabharata Range at an elevation of 6700 ft. It is known for its tea industry. It is also a part of the Eastern Himalayas. The major festivals celebrated in Darjeeling are Diwali, Durga Puja and Christmas. The schools in Darjeeling are of British style.

After independence, Darjeeling became a part of

  1. Nepal

  2. West Bengal

  3. Eastern Himalayas

  4. Assam

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As per the passage, "Darjeeling was merged with West Bengal in 1947".

Direction: Fill in the blank with correct verb.

He ______ to watch a movie yesterday.

  1. go

  2. went

  3. gone

  4. had go

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The sentence is in the past indefinite tense. Hence, V2 will be used. So, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: A sentence has been divided into four parts as P, Q, R and S. Rearrange the parts to form a meaningful sentence.

P: likes Q: green vegetables R: he S: to eat

  1. SQPR

  2. RPSQ

  3. PRQS

  4. QRSP

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Subject (He) + verb (likes) + infinitive verb (to eat) + object (green vegetables).

Directions: Fill in the blank with suitable preposition.

The garden was cleaned _________ me.

  1. at

  2. of

  3. by

  4. in

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"By" is used to indicate 'through someone' as in the passive voice. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the correct modal to complete the sentence.

He _______ follow the guidelines. It is necessary.

  1. can

  2. might

  3. must

  4. would

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"Must" is used to indicate obligation. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Fill in the blank with suitable preposition.

He was waiting for the train ________ the railway station.

  1. by

  2. in

  3. of

  4. at

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

"At" is used with definite places. Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Directions: Fill in the blank with suitable preposition.

My mother goes _______ the temple daily.

  1. from

  2. to

  3. in

  4. of

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"To" is used to indicate direction. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Direction: Fill in the blank with correct verb.

She is sleeping while her brother ______ a book.

  1. are reading

  2. was reading

  3. reads

  4. is reading

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sentence is in the present continuous form. Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the word which expresses the meaning of the given word.

Gorgeous

  1. Horrible

  2. Inferior

  3. Charming

  4. Talkative

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"Gorgeous" means charming. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the word which expresses the meaning of the given word.

Relief

  1. Hindrance

  2. Support

  3. Damage

  4. Injury

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"Relief" means support. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the correct modal to complete the sentence.

_________ you speak Chinese?

  1. Should

  2. Must

  3. Shall

  4. Can

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

"Can" is used to express ability. Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the word which is opposite to the meaning of the given word.

Started

  1. Halted

  2. Happening

  3. Continue

  4. Begin

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Halted" means to stop. It is the opposite of started. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the word which is opposite to the meaning of the given word.

Latest

  1. Ancient

  2. Old

  3. Conventional

  4. Modern

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Latest means modern. Ancient means belonging to a very distant past. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer. 

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct article.

Disneyland is _______ interesting place to visit.

  1. a

  2. an

  3. the

  4. few

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"An" is used with words beginning with vowel sound. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct article.

She is ________ honest person.

  1. a

  2. an

  3. the

  4. most

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"An" is used with words beginning with a vowel sound. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the type of sentence.

He is a professor of English.

  1. Interrogative

  2. Declarative

  3. Imperative

  4. Exclamatory

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

It is a declarative sentence as something is declared here. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the type of sentence.

Please bring me a glass of water.

  1. Assertive

  2. Exclamatory

  3. Imperative

  4. Interrogative

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Imperative sentences start with V1 and show advice, request or order. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the type of sentence.

Hurray! We have won the match.

  1. Interrogative

  2. Imperative

  3. Exclamatory

  4. Assertive

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Exclamatory sentence makes a statement and also conveys excitement or emotion. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer. 

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct article.

It will be ______ hot day tomorrow.

  1. the

  2. an

  3. a

  4. some

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"A" is used with a singular noun. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Change the direct sentence into an indirect sentence.

He says, “I cook food everyday”.

  1. He says that he cooked food everyday.

  2. He said that he cooks food everyday.

  3. He says that he cooks food everyday.

  4. He says that I cook food everyday.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Reporting speech is in present tense. Therefore, the tense of the reported speech will remain unchanged.

Directions: Change the direct sentence into an indirect sentence.

She said, “I don't like coffee”.

  1. She said she did not like coffee.

  2. She said that she did not like coffee.

  3. She said that I don't like coffee.

  4. She said that she had not liked coffee.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In an indirect speech, after inverted comma, 'I' is changed into 'she' or 'he' as per the subject and present simple tense is changed into past simple tense. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the tense of the given sentence.

The competition has been won by me.

  1. Past perfect

  2. Present indefinite

  3. Present perfect continuous

  4. Present perfect

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Has + 3rd form of the verb (been).

Directions: Change the direct sentence into an indirect sentence.

He said to me, “He has a beautiful car”.

  1. He told me that he had a beautiful car.

  2. He said to me that he has a beautiful car.

  3. He told me that I have a beautiful car.

  4. He said to me that he have a beautiful car.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In an indirect speech, 'said to me' is changed into 'told me' and present tense is changed into past tense. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Directions: Change the direct sentence into an indirect sentence.

Mahesh said, “I will make tea”.

  1. Mahesh said that I will make tea.

  2. Mahesh said that he would make tea.

  3. Mahesh said that I made tea.

  4. Mahesh said that he will make tea.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In this sentence, “will” shall be changed into "would". Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the tense of the given sentence.

He thought very carefully.

  1. Present indefinite

  2. Present perfect

  3. Past indefinite

  4. Past perfect

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

“Thought” is the 2nd form of verb. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the tense of the given sentence.

She has been teaching in this school for five years.

  1. Present continuous

  2. Past continuous

  3. Present perfect

  4. Present perfect continuous

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

'Has/have + been + V1 + ing' is used in present perfect continuous tense. Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Directions: Identify the tense of the given sentence.

The child will be crying.

  1. Future perfect

  2. Future continuous

  3. Future indefinite

  4. Present continuous

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Will/shall + be + V1 + ing' refers to future continuous tense. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Change the voice.

A dog bit him.

  1. He bites a dog.

  2. He was bitten by a dog.

  3. A dog bitten him.

  4. He is bitten by a dog.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In passive voice, object becomes subject. "Him" is changed into subject (He) + was + V3 (bitten) + by + object (a dog). Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the best option to complete the sentence.

If he _____ here, I will talk to him.

  1. come

  2. will

  3. comes

  4. is come

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In "if" clause, if the main clause is in the future tense, simple present tense is used in the subordinate clause.

Directions: Change the voice.

His mother is cleaning the clothes.

  1. The clothes were being cleaned by his mother.

  2. The clothes have cleaned by his mother.

  3. The clothes are being cleaned by his mother.

  4. The clothes will clean his mother.

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Here, object becomes subject (the clothes) + is/am/are + being + V3 (cleaned) + by + object (his mother). Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Fill in the blank as per subject-verb agreement.

If he ______ enough money, he will buy a car.

  1. had

  2. has

  3. have

  4. will have

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

If he has enough money, he will buy a car. In conditional sentences, if the main clause is in the future tense, simple present tense is used in the subordinate clause.

Directions: Fill in the blank as per the subject-verb agreement.

______ him to come here without delay.

  1. Tells

  2. Tell

  3. Asked

  4. Telling

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Imperative sentences start with the 1st form of verb.

Directions: Fill I, II, III and IV with P, Q, R and S to make it a meaningful passage.

Tea is a staple beverage of India and day __(i)_ and incomplete. It acts as an energy booster and is simply indispensable. It has a lot of health benefits as its antioxidants help to eliminate toxins. India is the largest producer and grower (ii). India is the leader in consumption, production and export of tea. Indian tea industry has a net foreign exchange of Rs. 1847 crores per annum. There are many varieties of tea found in India from green tea to aromatic tea. There are many processes and procedures _(iii). There are mainly two ways of producing tea - Orthodox and CTC. Orthodox method of production consists of five stages. They are withering, rolling, fermentation, drying and storing. Whereas, CTC stands __(iv)____. Tea bags are the best example of this method.

P: of tea in the World Q: for crush, tear and curl R: without it is impossible S: involved in the production of tea

  1. QSRP

  2. RPSQ

  3. PSRQ

  4. SRPQ

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Option 2 is correct.

Directions: Given below is a body of letter to a friend with four blanks. Fill those blanks with options provided to make it sensible.

Dear Kiran, Hi! How are you? It has been a long time (1). I have been busy with house tests and a project report. I have done very well in my tests. How is your life _(2)? I have heard it is very cold in winters there. If you ___(3)_ in summer, please visit me. We will have a great time here in Chandigarh. Please let me know.

Fill blank 1.

  1. for I met you

  2. since I heard from you

  3. raining continuously

  4. night journey

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Other options do not make any sense with the sentence. Only option 2 fits here, so it is the correct answer.

Directions: Given below is a body of letter to a friend with three blanks. Fill those blanks with options provided to make it sensible.

Dear Kiran, Hi! How are you? It has been a long time _(1). I have been busy with house tests and a project report. I have done very well in my tests. How is your life __(2)_? I have heard it is very cold in winters there. If you _(3)____ in summers, please visit me. We will have a great time here in Chandigarh. Please let me know.

Fill blank 2.

  1. of winter

  2. of enjoyment

  3. there in Shimla

  4. after snowfall

  5. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Option 3 is correct as the person is talking about his/her friend's hometown.

Directions: Given below is a body of letter to a friend with three blanks. Fill those blanks with options provided to make it sensible.

Dear Kiran, Hi! How are you? It has been a long time _(1). I have been busy with house tests and a project report. I have done very well in my tests. How is your life _(2)? I have heard it is very cold in winters there. If you ___(3)__ in summers, please visit me. We will have a great time here in Chandigarh. Please let me know.

Fill blank 3.

  1. get some time

  2. write in

  3. appear in exam

  4. feel cold in summer

  5. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The person who is writing the letter is asking about other person's free time. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Directions: A story is given with blanks. Read the story and choose the option that suits it.

A very long time ago, there were no gold or silver coins used for money. Men used to _(1)_ for the things they wanted. Shells were used by North American Indians for money. These shells were called wampum. On a string of skin, these shells were strung. Purple colored clam shells _(2)_ than white shells. A great many years ago, there lived a king named Croesus. He had a gold field in his kingdom. His people used coins to buy their food and clothing. Years ago, coins were made by hand. But now, they are made by machines.

Fill blank (1).

  1. buy things they had

  2. trade things they had

  3. sold things they had

  4. trading things they had

  5. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Trade is the correct word here and with 'to', we use 1st from of verb. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: A story is given with blanks. Read the story and choose the option that suits it.

A very long time ago, there were no gold or silver coins used for money. Men used to (1) for the things they wanted. Shells were used by North American Indians for money. These shells were called wampum. On a string of skin, these shells were strung. Purple colored clam shells (2) than white shells. A great many years ago, there lived a king named Croesus. He had a gold field in his kingdom. His people used coins to buy their food and clothing. Years ago, coins were made by hand. But now, they are made by machines.

Fill blank (2).

  1. was less valuable

  2. had more valuable

  3. has more valuable

  4. were more valuable

  5. None of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

'Shells' is plural. Hence, we need 'were' here. Option 4 is the correct answer.

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