Proud to Be Indian: Reading Passage “My Country” for Class 1

This Grade 1 reading comprehension worksheet helps young learners explore their love and pride for India through a short and meaningful passage. With clear, age-appropriate language and a mix of objective and subjective questions, this worksheet builds early comprehension, vocabulary, and national awareness.

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Early Learning? 

1. It helps children read with understanding rather than memorization. 
2. It develops attention to detail through factual recall questions. 
3. It encourages critical thinking through reasoning and “why” questions. 
4. It nurtures language fluency, confidence, and curiosity about the world. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

📖 Reading Passage – My Country 
A short, easy passage about India — its national flag, symbols (tiger, lotus, peacock), and festivals that make children proud of their country. 

🧠 Objective Questions – Multiple Choice 
Students choose correct answers about India’s flag, symbols, and national bird to test recall and understanding. 

✏️ Subjective Questions – Short Answers 
Learners write simple responses explaining what they can do for their country and why learning about India is important. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)

Objective Questions: 
1. b) Saffron, white, green with a blue wheel 
2. c) Tiger 
3. b) Lotus 
4. c) Peacock 
5. d) Sing the national song 
6. a) To be proud and responsible 
Subjective Questions: 
7. Three colors — saffron, white, and green 
8. Learning about our country makes us proud 
9. Lotus (other correct answers: tiger or peacock) 
10. I can show respect by keeping India clean and safe 

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