Tamil Nadu Board - Class 5 previous year questions (PYQ)

2026 (1274 questions)

Q1.

What is the sum of 29 and 16?

(A)

45

(B)

46

(C)

55

(D)

44

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Q2.

Calculate 8 × 3.

(A)

21

(B)

26

(C)

24

(D)

32

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2025 (192 questions)

Q1.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Conditional Clause Type 3 structure for hypothetical past situations.

(A)

If they would alert the authorities, the accident had been prevented.

(B)

If they alerted the authorities earlier, the accident will be prevented.

(C)

If they have alerted the authorities, the accident would prevent.

(D)

If they had alerted the authorities earlier, the accident would have been prevented.

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Q2.

In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Process by which green plants release water vapor into the atmosphere primarily through stomata.

(A)

Respiration

(B)

Imbibition

(C)

Guttation

(D)

Transpiration, which drives sap ascent and cools plant tissues

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2024 (322 questions)

Q1.

Environmental Studies / Science: How is 'Energy Forms and Conservation' connected to our daily life and ecosystem?

(A)

Conservation of natural resources and environmental hygiene (Energy Forms and Conservation)

(B)

Increasing pollution

(C)

No connection

(D)

None of these

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Q2.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ்), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Role of fundamental duties in the constitutional civic framework?

(A)

Allowing tax evasion under certain conditions

(B)

Fostering civic consciousness, preserving national integrity, and protecting the environment

(C)

Granting absolute immunity from civil laws

(D)

Mandating foreign citizenship upon majority

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2023 (297 questions)

Q1.

In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Hormone secreted by beta cells of the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas to lower blood glucose.

(A)

Glucagon, promoting glycogenolysis

(B)

Epinephrine, triggering fight-or-flight response

(C)

Insulin, which facilitates cellular glucose uptake and promotes glycogenesis

(D)

Somatostatin, inhibiting digestive secretions

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Q2.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Catalyst used in the Haber-Bosch process for industrial synthesis of Ammonia ($N_2 + 3H_2 \rightleftharpoons 2NH_3$). Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

Nickel (Ni) in Raney form

(B)

Finely divided Iron (Fe) with Molybdenum (Mo) or K2O/Al2O3 as promoter

(C)

Platinum gauze (Pt)

(D)

Vanadium pentoxide (V2O5)

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2022 (187 questions)

Q1.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Idiom meaning: 'Bite the bullet'.

(A)

To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude

(B)

To retreat from an impending danger

(C)

To eat something very hard

(D)

To shoot an accurate target

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Q2.

What is the sum of 95 and 43?

(A)

148

(B)

139

(C)

137

(D)

138

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2021 (192 questions)

Q1.

In Physics, consider the Conservation principle underlying Kirchhoff's Junction Rule (Current Law). Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)

Conservation of Linear Momentum

(B)

Conservation of Electric Charge ($\sum I_{\text{in}} = \sum I_{\text{out}}$)

(C)

Conservation of Angular Momentum

(D)

Conservation of Energy

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Q2.

In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Hormone secreted by beta cells of the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas to lower blood glucose.

(A)

Glucagon, promoting glycogenolysis

(B)

Epinephrine, triggering fight-or-flight response

(C)

Insulin, which facilitates cellular glucose uptake and promotes glycogenesis

(D)

Somatostatin, inhibiting digestive secretions

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2020 (170 questions)

Q1.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ்), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Correct grammatical structure of affirmative sentences?

(A)

Object + Subject + Verb

(B)

Object + Verb + Subject

(C)

Subject + Verb + Object in standard grammatical syntax

(D)

Verb + Subject + Object

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Q2.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ்), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Importance of environmental conservation and biodiversity?

(A)

Maintaining ecological equilibrium, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation

(B)

Eliminating apex predators from natural habitats

(C)

Accelerating deforestation for urban sprawl

(D)

Maximizing industrial waste output

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2019 (170 questions)

Q1.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Type of chemical bond formed by complete transfer of electrons between atoms of high electronegativity difference. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

Electrovalent (Ionic) Bond

(B)

Hydrogen Bond

(C)

Covalent Bond

(D)

Coordinate (Dative) Bond

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Q2.

In Physics, consider the Relationship between focal length $f$ and radius of curvature $R$ for spherical mirrors. Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)

f = \frac{R}{2}

(B)

f = 2R

(C)

f = R^2

(D)

f = \frac{1}{R}

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2018 (219 questions)

Q1.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ்), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Correct grammatical structure of affirmative sentences?

(A)

Object + Verb + Subject

(B)

Subject + Verb + Object in standard grammatical syntax

(C)

Object + Subject + Verb

(D)

Verb + Subject + Object

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Q2.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ்), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Importance of environmental conservation and biodiversity?

(A)

Maintaining ecological equilibrium, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation

(B)

Eliminating apex predators from natural habitats

(C)

Maximizing industrial waste output

(D)

Accelerating deforestation for urban sprawl

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2017 (175 questions)

Q1.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Conditional Clause Type 3 structure for hypothetical past situations.

(A)

If they alerted the authorities earlier, the accident will be prevented.

(B)

If they would alert the authorities, the accident had been prevented.

(C)

If they have alerted the authorities, the accident would prevent.

(D)

If they had alerted the authorities earlier, the accident would have been prevented.

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Q2.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Type of chemical bond formed by complete transfer of electrons between atoms of high electronegativity difference. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

Electrovalent (Ionic) Bond

(B)

Coordinate (Dative) Bond

(C)

Hydrogen Bond

(D)

Covalent Bond

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2016 (185 questions)

Q1.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ்), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Role of fundamental duties in the constitutional civic framework?

(A)

Mandating foreign citizenship upon majority

(B)

Granting absolute immunity from civil laws

(C)

Fostering civic consciousness, preserving national integrity, and protecting the environment

(D)

Allowing tax evasion under certain conditions

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Q2.

What is 96 minus 74?

(A)

23

(B)

27

(C)

22

(D)

21

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2015 (193 questions)

Q1.

In Physics, consider the Phenomenon responsible for the twinkling of stars in the night sky. Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)

Dispersion of light by water droplets

(B)

Diffraction of light by interstellar dust

(C)

Total internal reflection inside clouds

(D)

Atmospheric refraction of starlight through turbulent air layers of varying refractive indices

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Q2.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Direct to Indirect speech conversion: She said, 'I am studying for my board examination.'.

(A)

She said that she had studied for her board examination.

(B)

She said that she is studying for her board examination.

(C)

She said that she was studying for her board examination.

(D)

She says that she was studying for her board examination.

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