Here are the answers to the Class 7, DAV Public School, Haldia (2024-2025) English Question Paper.

Section A – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) [1 x 10 = 10]

1. In A Stormy Adventure, why was the ship M.V. Trishna sailing to the Philippines?

   
   

   b) To deliver food to the people affected by a typhoon

2. In Chocolates in Your Dreams Too, what does Gopa initially demand in the confectionery shop?

   
   

   c) Chocolates

3. According to Friends and Flatterers, what happens to a person when they run out of wealth?

   
   

   c) They are abandoned by flatterers

4. In I Dream a World, the poet Langston Hughes dreams of a world without ___________.

   
   

   b) Greed and racial discrimination

5. In Stone Soup in Bohemia, how does the soldier convince the villagers to contribute food?

   
   

   b) By telling them a magical story about his stones

6. In The Human Robot, what was the name of the robot bought by Prem Chopra?

   
   

   c) Ram Singh-070

7. In The Spider and the Fly, how does the spider finally succeed in trapping the fly?

   
   

   b) By complimenting her beauty

8. What lesson does The Spider and the Fly teach?

   
   

   b) One must never trust flattery

9. The poem Friends and Flatterers suggests that true friends _______________.

   
   

   b) Help you in your time of need

10. What was the key idea behind Stone Soup in Bohemia?

    
    

    b) Cleverness can help in difficult situations

    
    

Section B – Short Answer Questions (2 x 10 = 20)

11. (A Stormy Adventure) How did Vishal’s idea help save the ship during the storm?

Vishal suggested listing the ship to expose the hole in its side, which allowed the crew to successfully plug the leak. This quick thinking prevented the ship from sinking and ensured their survival.

12. (Chocolates in Your Dreams Too) What does Gopa’s mother want him to learn about food and health?

Gopa’s mother wants him to understand that too much chocolate is unhealthy. She encourages him to have self-control and focus on healthier food choices.

13. (Friends and Flatterers) What is the difference between a true friend and a flatterer according to Shakespeare’s poem?

A true friend supports you in difficult times, while a flatterer only stays when you are wealthy. True friends offer sincere advice, but flatterers only offer empty praise.

14. (I Dream a World) Explain the significance of the line "joy, like a pearl, will attend the needs of all mankind."

This line compares joy to a precious pearl, emphasizing that happiness and peace will be valuable and available to everyone in the poet’s dream world.

15. (Stone Soup in Bohemia) What was the reaction of the villagers when the soldier first put stones in the soup?

The villagers were confused and skeptical, wondering if the soldier was a magician or crazy. They were curious but did not immediately believe him.

16. (The Human Robot) Why was Prem Chopra arrested?

Prem Chopra was arrested because his robot, Ram Singh-070, was caught stealing valuable items from shops. The police traced the robot’s actions back to him.

17. (The Spider and the Fly) What mistake did the fly make, leading to her downfall?

The fly ignored her initial instincts and fell for the spider’s flattery. Her vanity blinded her, leading her into the spider’s trap.

18. How does the theme of trust appear in The Spider and the Fly and Stone Soup in Bohemia?

In The Spider and the Fly, trust is misused by the spider to deceive the fly. In Stone Soup in Bohemia, trust is cleverly built by the soldier to turn the villagers’ suspicion into generosity.

19. Compare the lessons taught in Friends and Flatterers and The Spider and the Fly.

Both teach that flattery is dangerous. Friends and Flatterers warns that flatterers leave in difficult times, while The Spider and the Fly shows how flattery can lead to destruction.

20. What role does deception play in The Human Robot and The Spider and the Fly?

In The Human Robot, Prem Chopra deceives others by misusing his robot for theft. In The Spider and the Fly, the spider deceives the fly with flattery to lure her into his trap. Both stories highlight the consequences of deception.

Section C – Long Answer Questions (4 x 5 = 20)

21. (A Stormy Adventure) Describe the storm scene and how Captain Kumar handled the crisis. How does Vishal’s quick thinking make a difference?

The storm scene in A Stormy Adventure is intense, with giant waves and strong winds threatening the M.V. Trishna. Captain Kumar manages the crisis by securing the ship, giving instructions to his crew, and ensuring the ship remains afloat. When a steel angle pierces the ship, water floods the engine room, putting them in grave danger. Vishal recalls a past boating incident and suggests tilting the ship to expose the hole, allowing the crew to seal it. His quick thinking saves the ship and its mission.

22. (Chocolates in Your Dreams Too) Gopa represents the modern generation obsessed with materialistic pleasures. Explain with reference to the play.

Gopa's constant demands for chocolates and his obsession with TV and video games represent how modern children are increasingly drawn to material comforts and technology. His mother tries to instill discipline in him, showing concern for his health and future. The play highlights the need for balance between enjoyment and responsibility, encouraging children to be more active and self-reliant.

23. (Friends and Flatterers & I Dream a World) Compare how Shakespeare and Langston Hughes express their ideas about friendship and a better world.

Shakespeare, in Friends and Flatterers, warns against fake friendships and highlights the importance of loyalty and sincerity. Langston Hughes, in I Dream a World, envisions a world where people are free from greed and discrimination, emphasizing equality and kindness. Both poets highlight the need for true human connections but approach it differently—Shakespeare warns of deceit, while Hughes dreams of unity.

24. (Stone Soup in Bohemia) How did the soldier use cleverness and persuasion to turn a hostile situation in his favour? What lesson can we learn from it?

The soldier cleverly tricks the suspicious villagers into sharing food by pretending to make magical stone soup. His storytelling, persuasion, and ability to spark curiosity lead the villagers to contribute ingredients, ultimately benefiting everyone. The story teaches that intelligence and creativity can solve problems, and that cooperation leads to greater rewards.

25. (The Human Robot & The Spider and the Fly) Both these stories involve manipulation and betrayal. Discuss how Prem Chopra and the Spider use deception for their benefit, and what happens to them in the end.

Prem Chopra manipulates his robot, Ram Singh-070, to steal valuables. He believes he can escape blame, but the robot's memory tape exposes his crimes in court. Similarly, the Spider flatters the Fly to lure her into his web. She is deceived by his sweet words and is ultimately trapped and eaten. Both Prem Chopra and the Fly suffer consequences—one faces legal action, and the other meets a tragic end. These stories emphasize that deception leads to downfall.