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 adjectives and complete the sentence:
He possesses a ________ shirt which he bought two years ago.
Q.2
Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
________ is a person who is in charge and takes care of the museum.
Q.3
Read the composition and answer the question:
When people face danger, they often undergo dramatic changes in behaviour. Fear can paralyse them — leaving them numb, unable to think or move.
Once, I went to rescue a dog trapped inside a locked house. The dog was panicked, frozen in place, overwhelmed by the situation. When I opened the door, I found him completely still, unable to move. I carefully squeezed through the doorway, gently caught him, and rubbed his back to help him feel safe. First, I took him to a vet for a check-up, then brought him home.
The title that best suits the passage would be ________.
Q.4
Read the passage and answer the question:
Mr Chang must know that the PM was addressing the whole country and not just the thinkers. In the speech that lasted about an hour, he talked on subjects that he felt the people would like to listen to and possibly act on his exhortations. On this, he scored one hundred percent. The PM tore into the general psyche of being soft on male children as compared to female children. I am optimistic this will strike a chord in all sets of parents and, hopefully, they will teach their male children to behave responsibly. Every other issue he addressed would also directly affect the masses, and the PM wanted positive action from his citizens. On internal security, defence, and space, what could the people contribute if the PM had mentioned his plans? There is not much that people can contribute directly to the space and defence sectors. However, on internal security, he did indirectly touch upon it by exhorting all sections of society to shun all forms of violence, including communal violence. A majority of internal security issues would be resolved if the communities lived in peace and harmony with each other. On defence and space, the PM would definitely engage with the persons involved in those sectors, which he has done extremely well so far. Also, there is a significant amount of risk in outlining your strategies in critical sectors such as defence.
When the PM said 'the general psyche of being soft', what did he mean?
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
Fill in the blank with the correct conjunction:
Martha loves to cook _______ no one is there to taste her food.
Q.7
Read the sentence and identify the tone of the author:
I can play the guitar.
Q.8
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.9
Fill in the blank with a suitable conjunction:
He wanted to return the book ________ he went to the library.
Q.10
Complete the analogy:
A flute is to an instrument as a ______ is to ______
Answers to Previous Year Questions from CREST Olympiads:
Q.1
a
Q.2
a
Q.3
d
Q.4
c
Q.5
b
Q.6
c
Q.7
c
Q.8
d
Q.9
b
Q.10
b
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 : a | Q.2 : a | Q.3 : d | Q.4 : c | Q.5 : b | Q.6 : c | Q.7 : c | Q.8 : d | Q.9 : b | Q.10 : b
