Stories Quiz - CBSE Class 5 English

Free practice quiz: Stories (CBSE Class 5 English). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 5 English practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Stories, and 20 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is the main theme of the story 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?

   1. Being fast is always better
   2. Slow and steady wins the race
   3. Always doubt your abilities
   4. Never give someone a chance
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   Answer: B. Slow and steady wins the race

   The main theme of 'The Tortoise and the Hare' is that consistent effort can lead to success.

2. Which character is known for saying 'Oh, dear! What will I do?' in fairy tales?

   1. Cinderella
   2. Snow White
   3. The Ugly Duckling
   4. Little Red Riding Hood
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   Answer: A. Cinderella

   Cinderella is often depicted as concerned and worried due to her difficult circumstances, making this phrase fitting.

3. What is the central conflict in 'Jack and the Beanstalk'?

   1. Jack's fear of giants
   2. Jack stealing from the giant
   3. Jack's mother wanting a cow
   4. The giant planting a beanstalk
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   Answer: B. Jack stealing from the giant

   The central conflict involves Jack climbing the beanstalk and stealing from the giant, leading to a series of adventures.

4. What lesson does the story 'The Ant and the Grasshopper' convey?

   1. Enjoy life as it comes
   2. Hard work pays off in the future
   3. Nothing lasts forever
   4. Teamwork is best
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   Answer: B. Hard work pays off in the future

   The story contrasts the diligent ant working hard for winter with the careless grasshopper, highlighting the value of hard work.

5. What is the role of the Big Bad Wolf in 'Little Red Riding Hood'?

   1. Her ally
   2. An obstacle she must overcome
   3. Her brother
   4. A magical creature helping her
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   Answer: B. An obstacle she must overcome

   The Big Bad Wolf represents danger and deception, serving as the primary antagonist Little Red Riding Hood must face.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. What is the moral of the story 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf'?
2. In which way does the hare demonstrate overconfidence in the story 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?
3. What lesson do we learn about honesty from 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf'?
4. Why was the tortoise confident he could beat the hare in 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?
5. Which story involves characters called Hansel and Gretel?
6. What did Cinderella leave behind at the prince's ball?
7. Which of these characters was turned into a frog?
8. Why does the wolf target the little pigs' houses in 'The Three Little Pigs'?
9. Who assists Cinderella in attending the ball?
10. What does the mirror tell the queen in 'Snow White' to make her jealous?
11. How does the giant become aware of Jack in 'Jack and the Beanstalk'?
12. Who wishes on the star in the story 'Pinocchio'?
13. What does 'Rapunzel' let down to help her prince climb the tower?
14. In 'The Little Mermaid,' what does Ariel give up to gain human form?
15. Why does the Beast imprison Belle's father in 'Beauty and the Beast'?

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