CREST English Olympiad Class 7 Previous Year Paper
Is your child preparing for the Class 7 English Olympiad? Practising previous year papers is a great way to sharpen language skills and get familiar with the exam format.
Why Use Previous Year Papers?
Covers key topics like Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies and Spellings and One Word etc.
Gives a clear idea of Olympiad question types and time management.
Download the English Olympiad Previous Year Paper for Class 7 (PDF) and help your child prepare effectively and confidently!
Section 1: Spellings, Collocations, Words (Related to Travel, Locations, Activities etc.), Homonyms and Homophones, Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies and Spellings, One Word, Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, Modals, Word Order, Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adverbs, Adjectives, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Punctuation, Tenses, Voices and Narration, Information Retrieval from Texts (News Stories, Brochures, Formal and Informal Letters, Advertisements, Itinerary, Short Narratives, Biographies, Notices and Messages etc.), Spoken and Written Expressions (Requesting, Refusing, Apologies, Stating of Preferences, Expression of Intent, etc.)
Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section 1
Please note that the dictionary which will be used for reference is Oxford Learner's Dictionary. This will be w.r.t. spellings & meanings. In case, if the word is not found in this dictionary, then it is assumed that this word does not exist.
Choose the correct meaning of the word given in quotes:
Amy is extremely 'diligent'.
Q.2
Read the composition and answer the question:
Admission open! Age group 5 years and above. Summer Camp – Let your children learn and explore their hidden talents. The duration of the programme is 15 days, which includes singing, dancing, and swimming. Timings are from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This will be a perfect place where you can leave your children during their boring summer holidays! Book today! Limited seats only! Please log in to our website for registration.
What are the activities that children will be involved in?
Q.3
Read the passage and answer the question:
In desert regions, you can find a plant called the cactus. These plants typically grow in hot, dry environments. Unlike most plants, cacti do not have traditional leaves — instead, they have spines (modified leaves) that protrude from their stems. These spines help reduce water loss and protect the plant from herbivores.
Cacti come in many shapes and sizes: some are small and round, others tall like columns or pillars. Some grow as tree-like structures or shrubs, while others spread along the ground. The flowers that bloom on cacti are often large and vibrant — and most open at night. This timing attracts nocturnal pollinators such as bats and moths, which carry pollen from one cactus to another.
Most cacti are native to North and South America, though some species are also found in North Africa, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka.
Since cacti lack broad leaves, they minimise water loss through transpiration. Water inside plant tissues can evaporate into vapour — a process that, in arid environments, would quickly dehydrate the plant. To combat this, many cacti have a waxy outer coating that seals in moisture. Additionally, some species can absorb water directly from fog — a crucial adaptation in areas where rainfall is scarce.
What is the definite shape of a cactus?
Q.4
Read the passage and answer the question:
Mr. Chang must realise that the Prime Minister was addressing the entire nation — not just intellectuals. In his hour-long speech, the PM spoke on topics he believed would resonate with the public and inspire them to act on his appeals. On this front, he scored a perfect hundred.
The PM strongly criticised the societal tendency to be lenient with male children compared to female children. I am optimistic this message will strike a chord with parents across the board, encouraging them to teach their sons to behave responsibly. Every other issue he raised directly impacts the general public, and the PM clearly sought positive action from citizens.
Regarding internal security, defence, and space — what direct contribution could ordinary citizens make if the PM had detailed his plans in these areas? There is little the public can do directly in the fields of defence and space. However, on internal security, the PM indirectly addressed the issue by urging all sections of society to reject all forms of violence, including communal strife. Most internal security challenges would be resolved if communities lived together in peace and harmony. As for defence and space, the PM has — and will continue to — engage directly with experts and stakeholders in those sectors, which he has done very effectively so far. Moreover, revealing strategic plans in critical areas like defence carries significant risk.
The PM felt that the people could not contribute directly to which sectors?
Q.5
Choose a word similar to the given word in bold from the given set of options:
She draws spiritual 'sustenance' from reading religious scriptures daily.
Q.6
Choose the correct verb form or tense from the options to complete the statement:
The young lady jumped off the bus while it _______ .
Q.7
It is not possible P: to succeed in the project Q: without the support R: of your teammates S: and proper planning
The correct sequence will be:
Q.8
Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
________ is a person who is in charge and takes care of the museum.
Q.9
Read the passage and answer the question:
The helicopter is one of my favourite toys. Compared to aeroplanes, it differs in three key ways:
Have you ever watched an aeroplane take off? It must accelerate down a runway before lifting into the air. A helicopter, however, can ascend vertically without moving forward.
An aeroplane cannot fly backwards, but a helicopter can.
Helicopters can hover — that is, remain stationary in midair — a manoeuvre aeroplanes cannot perform.
One major advantage of helicopters is that they do not require runways or large airport spaces. They help extinguish fires by dropping water — made possible by their ability to hover — and are used to lift logs harvested from forests. Police departments deploy helicopters to pursue suspects and locate vehicles from the air. In medical emergencies, they airlift patients quickly, bypassing traffic congestion.
An aeroplane should _________________________.
Q.10
Choose a word similar to the given word from the given set of options:
Answers to Previous Year Questions from CREST Olympiads:
Q.1
c
Q.2
d
Q.3
d
Q.4
d
Q.5
b
Q.6
b
Q.7
a
Q.8
a
Q.9
a
Q.10
c
Additional Preparation Resources
CREST English Worksheets Package for class 7 - It is a package of 5 worksheets. The worksheets are in the same pattern as the previous year paper. Hence, very useful for preparation. Existing users can purchase additional practice worksheets by following these steps: Login at https://www.crestolympiads.com/login -> Dashboard -> Additional Practice -> Buy & new users can visit https://www.crestolympiads.com/registration
CREST English Olympiad book for class 7 - The book covers topic-wise reading material, chapter-wise practice questions with answer key & contains the previous year paper. The book is available in both physical and pdf formats. Proceed now to purchase the Olympiad book. Also, students can view & download the first chapter of the English Olympiad book for class 7 for free.
Note: Don’t forget to download the CREST English Olympiad past year paper pdf for class 7.
Answers to Previous Year Questions from CREST Olympiads:
Q.1 : c | Q.2 : d | Q.3 : d | Q.4 : d | Q.5 : b | Q.6 : b | Q.7 : a | Q.8 : a | Q.9 : a | Q.10 : c
