Practice Paper-1

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Birbhum

Practice Paper-1

Class – V | Subject – EVS | Max. Marks – 40 | Time – 1½ hrs

General Instructions:

1. All questions are compulsory.

2. Marks are indicated against each question.

3. Write neatly and to the point.

4. Draw diagrams wherever necessary.

Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 mark each × 5 = 5 Marks)

1. Name any two sources of water.

2. What is the main source of energy for cooking food in villages?

3. Write one reason why food gets spoiled quickly in summer.

4. Name the place where a river usually begins.

5. Which process changes water into water vapour

Section B – Short Answer Questions (2 marks each × 5 = 10 Marks)

6. Write two differences between river water and rainwater.

7. Why is it important to wash our hands before eating food?

8. Explain two ways by which water can be conserved at home.

9. How does a river help farmers?

10. Mention two food preservation methods used at home.

Section C – Application/Competency-Based Questions (3 marks each × 5 = 15 Marks)

11. Rani saw a leaking tap in her school that wasted a lot of water. What steps should she take? Write three points.

12. Imagine you are travelling with a river from its source to the sea. Describe its journey in three steps.

13. Food kept outside for two days in hot weather smelled bad. Why did this happen? Suggest two ways to prevent it.

14. Farmers in a village depend on river water for farming. If the river dries up, what three problems will they face?

15. Why should food be stored in air-tight containers? Give three reasons.

Section D – Long Answer Questions (5 marks each × 2 = 10 Marks)

16. Explain the water cycle with the help of four steps. Draw a simple diagram to show it.

17. Write five points showing the importance of food in our life. Also explain why balanced food is necessary.

Marking Scheme (40 Marks Total)

Section A: 5 × 1 = 5

Section B: 5 × 2 = 10

Section C: 5 × 3 = 15

Section D: 2 × 5 = 10

Total = 40 Marks