Class 7 Reading Passage on Indian Freedom Struggle
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Class 7 Reading Passage on Indian Freedom Struggle
Class 7Spoken EnglishFree DownloadPDF
Sweta SahaVisit Profile
I am an enthusiastic English teacher with 6 years of experience in inspiring students to develop strong communication skills and confidence. I create engaging lessons and foster a positive learning environment to help learners achieve their language goals and unlock their full potential.
Seeds of Rebellion: The Story of India’s Freedom Struggle
This Class 7 reading comprehension worksheet takes students through the defining moments of India’s fight for independence, beginning with the Revolt of 1857 — the First War of Independence. Learners explore how brave leaders like Mangal Pandey, Rani Lakshmibai, and Begum Hazrat Mahal inspired resistance against British rule, and how these events laid the foundation for future movements. The worksheet strengthens reading comprehension while helping students connect history with courage and unity.
Why Reading About the Indian Freedom Struggle Matters in Grammar?
1. It builds comprehension skills by exploring historical facts and cause–effect relationships.
2. Students enhance vocabulary related to freedom, leadership, and perseverance.
3. It helps develop sequencing and inferential reasoning using factual texts.
4. Learners gain a deeper appreciation for India’s journey toward independence.
What’s Inside This Worksheet?
This worksheet is divided into three engaging exercises that blend history with language learning:
Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions
Students answer fact-based questions about the revolt’s key leaders, starting point, and outcomes.
Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
Learners write brief responses on when and where the revolt began, its results, and who led it.
Exercise 3 – Deep Comprehension and Vocabulary
Students reflect on the revolt’s historical importance, analyze leadership roles, and find a synonym for “suppressed.”
Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)
Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option
1. b) Mangal Pandey
2. b) The mutiny of sepoys in Meerut
3. c) Rani Lakshmibai
Exercise 2 – Short Answers
1. The revolt began in Meerut in 1857 when Indian sepoys rebelled against the British.
2. The British defeated the revolt, leading to the dissolution of the East India Company.
3. Mangal Pandey, Rani Lakshmibai, and Begum Hazrat Mahal were key leaders.
Exercise 3 – Extended Responses
1. The revolt marked the first major challenge to British rule and inspired future movements.
2. Rani Lakshmibai led the resistance in Jhansi with courage and determination.
3. The British used superior military force to suppress the rebellion and regain control.
4. Synonym for “suppressed”: Crushed
Let your child explore the courage and unity that ignited India’s path to freedom through this inspiring reading worksheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
They encourage appreciation for historical figures, events, and national identity.
They learn comparison, sequencing, and critical reasoning from real events.
It helps learners internalize courage, leadership, and social awareness.
