Stronger Together: Unity in Diversity – Reading Comprehension for Class 5 

This Grade 5 reading comprehension worksheet celebrates India’s rich cultural variety through a warm and colourful passage. Students learn how India’s many languages, foods, clothes, festivals, and traditions come together to create a vibrant and united nation. From the snowy mountains in the north to the sandy beaches in the south, the passage shows how diversity adds beauty and strength to our country.

Children read about different festivals like Diwali, Eid, Christmas, Pongal, Baisakhi, and Onam, and how people respectfully celebrate them with joy and togetherness. The text also highlights how schools and cities encourage harmony by teaching children about cultures, songs, art, and celebrations. Students understand that respecting differences leads to peace, friendship, and a stronger nation.

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 vocabulary and helps interpret descriptive, culture-based texts. 
2. It enhances understanding of diversity, respect, and social harmony. 
3. It strengthens critical thinking about community life and shared values. 
4. It encourages empathy and appreciation for differences. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students answer factual questions about India’s cultural variety, key festivals, and what unity in diversity means. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
Learners explain what makes India diverse, why diversity is a strength, and how people show unity. 

📚 Exercise 3 – Reflection and Connection 
Students think deeply about respect, harmony, and how celebrating together makes the country stronger. 

📝 Vocabulary Builder 
Students find a word from the passage that means “living together peacefully.” 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option 
1. b) Unity in diversity 
2. a) Clothes, festivals, and languages 
3. a) Diwali and Eid 

Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
1. India has many regions, languages, and traditions. 
2. Diversity teaches respect and builds strength. 
3. They celebrate together and help one another. 

Exercise 3 – Reflection and Connection 
1. Respecting differences helps people live in peace and harmony. 
2. The passage teaches that unity creates strength. 
3. People of all faiths join festivals joyfully. 
4. Harmony means living peacefully together. 

Help your child appreciate culture, respect, and togetherness while building strong comprehension skills! 
Let young minds discover the beauty of diversity. 

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