Class 5 Reading Passage on Visit to the Museum


Class 5 Reading Passage on Visit to the Museum
Explore the Past: Visit to the Museum – Reading Comprehension for Class 5
This Grade 5 reading comprehension worksheet takes students on a fascinating school trip to a city museum. Through a richly detailed passage, learners discover ancient coins, pottery, weapons, paintings, old vehicles, musical instruments, murals, and even a giant dinosaur skeleton. The narrator shares how the quiet halls, tall pillars, and glass cases helped them imagine life long ago.
The passage encourages curiosity about history and helps students understand the importance of preserving cultural heritage. As they read, children strengthen comprehension by identifying details, comparing objects from the past with today’s world, and reflecting on what museums teach us.
Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Grammar?
Comprehension exercises strengthen every part of language learning. For Grade 5 students, this topic is important because:
1. It builds historical vocabulary and improves reading of informational texts.
2. It strengthens observation and detail-based understanding.
3. It enhances inferential thinking about culture, art, and inventions.
4. It encourages appreciation for heritage and creativity.
What’s Inside This Worksheet?
🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions
Students answer key questions about where the class went, the biggest attraction, and what they did before leaving.
✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
Learners recall the objects they saw, what made the writer curious, and what the guide explained.
📚 Exercise 3 – Reflection and Connection
Students reflect on the value of museums, the importance of real objects in learning, and what ancient items can teach us.
📝 Vocabulary Builder
Students find a word that means “very old.”
✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)
Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option
1. b) The museum
2. a) The dinosaur skeleton
3. d) Bought souvenirs
Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
1. They saw coins, pottery, weapons, and paintings.
2. Seeing ancient things made the writer curious about history.
3. He explained the history and stories behind the objects.
Exercise 3 – Reflection and Connection
1. Museums help children learn about history through real exhibits.
2. Real items make learning more meaningful and interesting.
3. We learn about old culture and daily life.
4. Ancient means very old.
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Frequently Asked Questions
They help children understand artifacts, history, and artistic displays.
They provide clear, structured information with real-world relevance.
They make students interpret purposes, functions, and historical contexts.



