Class 7 Reading Passage on Dr Abdul Kalam’s Life
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Class 7 Reading Passage on Dr Abdul Kalam’s Life
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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.
Wings of Wisdom: The Inspiring Life of Dr. Abdul Kalam
This Class 7 reading comprehension worksheet introduces learners to the remarkable life of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam — scientist, leader, and India’s “Missile Man.” Students explore his humble beginnings, scientific contributions, presidency, and his deep commitment to inspiring India’s youth.
The passage is short, engaging, and written in simple language to strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and inferential thinking through objective and subjective question types.
Why Reading About Dr. Abdul Kalam Matters in Grammar?
1. Students learn to extract key details and connect ideas from factual texts.
2. The passage encourages reflective reading and value-based comprehension.
3. It builds sentence structure and vocabulary related to science and leadership.
4. Learners practice forming meaningful responses using evidence from the text.
What’s Inside This Worksheet?
This worksheet contains three structured exercises:
Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions
Students choose the most appropriate answer about Dr. Kalam’s achievements, his presidency, and his contributions to India’s defense and youth inspiration.
Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
Learners write brief responses explaining why he was called the “Missile Man,” why he was loved as the “People’s President,” and what his key contributions were.
Exercise 3 – Deep Comprehension and Vocabulary
Students connect personal understanding with the passage by discussing his qualities, early life influence, and finding a synonym for “inspiring.”
Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)
Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option
1. b) Missile Man of India
2. b) He was involved in military missile development
3. b) To inspire the youth and encourage progress
Exercise 2 – Short Answers
1. He was instrumental in developing India’s missile program and advancing its defense technology.
2. He is remembered for his focus on inspiring youth and his humble leadership.
3. He contributed to India’s missile development and played a crucial role in its space program.
Exercise 3 – Extended Responses
1. His curiosity and interest in science from a young age shaped his future achievements.
2. His presidency motivated young Indians to follow their dreams and contribute to the nation.
3. His humility, leadership, and commitment to education made him beloved by the people.
4. Synonym for “inspiring”: Motivating
Help your child discover leadership, science, and inspiration through the story of Dr. Kalam — the man who taught India to dream big.
Frequently Asked Questions
They develop goal-setting habits and moral perspective through reading real-life success stories.
They show how discipline, learning, and values lead to achievement.
They inspire curiosity and deeper understanding of purpose-driven living.
