Unseen Passage – Class 5 English
1. The Clever Crow
Passage:
Once upon a time, there was a thirsty crow who was flying under the hot sun. He searched for water but could not find any. At last, he saw a pitcher with some water at the bottom. The water was too low for him to reach with his beak.
The clever crow thought for a while and then picked up small pebbles one by one. He dropped them into the pitcher. Slowly, the water rose, and the crow was able to drink. After quenching his thirst, the crow flew away happily.
The other birds watched and learned that thinking carefully can help solve problems.
Questions:
- Why was the crow thirsty?
- What problem did the crow face at the pitcher?
- How did the crow solve the problem?
- What lesson did the other birds learn?
- Write two adjectives from the passage.
Answer Key:
- He was thirsty because of the hot sun and could not find water.
- The water was too low for him to reach.
- He dropped pebbles into the pitcher to raise the water level.
- Thinking carefully can help solve problems.
- thirsty, clever
2. A Visit to the Zoo
Passage:
Last Sunday, Rina and her friends visited the zoo. They saw lions, tigers, elephants, and monkeys. The monkeys were jumping from tree to tree, and the elephants were spraying water with their trunks.
Rina liked the peacocks the most because their feathers were colorful and shiny. They also watched a bird show where parrots performed tricks. Everyone enjoyed the day and promised to visit the zoo again soon.
Questions:
- Who went to the zoo?
- Which animals did Rina see?
- Which animal did Rina like the most and why?
- What show did they watch?
- Write two adjectives from the passage.
Answer Key:
- Rina and her friends went to the zoo.
- Lions, tigers, elephants, and monkeys.
- Rina liked the peacocks because their feathers were colorful and shiny.
- They watched a bird show.
- colorful, shiny
3. The Rainy Day
Passage:
It was raining heavily outside. Ravi looked out of the window and saw children jumping in puddles with umbrellas. The streets were wet and shiny, and the trees were dripping with water.
Ravi loved the smell of rain and the sound of water falling on the roof. He decided to make a paper boat and floated it in the puddle outside. The children were laughing and enjoying the rainy day. It was a fun day for everyone.
Questions:
- What was the weather like?
- What were the children doing?
- What did Ravi make?
- How did Ravi feel about the rain?
- Write two adjectives from the passage.
Answer Key:
- It was raining heavily.
- Children were jumping in puddles with umbrellas.
- Ravi made a paper boat.
- He loved the smell and sound of rain.
- wet, fun
4. The Helpful Ant
Passage:
In a small garden, a colony of ants lived happily. One day, heavy rain flooded their home. All the ants were scared, but a little ant named Andy was brave.
Andy made a small raft using leaves and sticks. He guided the ants to safety, one by one. After the rain stopped, the ants thanked Andy for saving them. They learned that even the smallest creatures can be very helpful.
Questions:
- Where did the ants live?
- What problem did the ants face?
- Who was brave?
- How did Andy help the ants?
- Write two adjectives from the passage.
Answer Key:
- In a small garden.
- Heavy rain flooded their home.
- Andy, the little ant.
- He made a raft and guided them to safety.
- small, brave
5. A Trip to the Mountains
Passage:
Last summer, Asha and her family went on a trip to the mountains. They saw tall trees, green valleys, and sparkling rivers. Birds were singing, and the air was fresh and cool.
Asha enjoyed walking on the trails and picking wildflowers. They also had a picnic near a waterfall. Everyone was happy and relaxed. Asha promised herself to visit the mountains again next year.
Questions:
- Where did Asha go?
- What did she see in the mountains?
- What activity did Asha enjoy the most?
- Where did they have a picnic?
- Write two adjectives from the passage.
Answer Key:
- To the mountains.
- Tall trees, green valleys, and sparkling rivers.
- Walking on the trails and picking wildflowers.
- Near a waterfall.
- tall, sparkling