Worksheet - The Lagori Champions

CLASS IV — ENGLISH WORKSHEET

NCERT SANTOOR | CHAPTER 8: THE LAGORI CHAMPIONS

Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) | Reprint 2026–27

Name: _______________________ Class/Section: ________ Roll No.: _______ Date: __________

Learning focus: Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, writing, sequencing, teamwork and appreciation of traditional games.

Instructions: Read both parts of the story carefully. Answer in complete sentences wherever required. Write neatly and check capital letters, spelling and punctuation. Click "Show Answer" to check your work.

SECTION A — LET US READ: UNDERSTANDING PART I

1. Answer the questions based on the beginning of the story.

a. Where did Ravi and Prakash go to play?

Ravi and Prakash went to the children's park near their house to play.

b. What was the weather like?

The weather was sunny.

c. Who was Prakash to Ravi?

Prakash was Ravi's cousin.

d. Why did Guneet suggest including Prakash in the team?

Guneet suggested including Prakash because he is a good and quick runner.

e. What did Prakash ask the children about?

Prakash asked the children to explain what the Lagori match was about.

f. What is Lagori also called?

Lagori is also called Satoliya (in Rajasthan).

g. How many stones are used in Lagori? Describe them.

Seven flat stones are used in Lagori.

h. How is the game played?

The seven flat stones are stacked one above the other. One team knocks down the stones with a ball, and the other team tries to rebuild the stack while avoiding being hit by the ball thrown by the opponent team.

i. In which state is the game called Satoliya?

In Rajasthan, the game is called Satoliya.

j. What are the names of the two teams in the story?

The two teams are the Sundarpur Tigers and the Green Warriors.

k. Who is the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers?

Deepa is the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers.

l. Who is the captain known for running fast?

Deepa is known for running fast.

2. Complete the facts about the game.

• a. Lagori is also known as Satoliya.
• b. The players stack seven flat stones one above the other.
• c. One team knocks down the stones using a ball.
• d. The other team tries to rebuild the stack while avoiding the ball.
• e. The field is marked with a boundary.
• f. Players must not go beyond the boundary.

SECTION B — LET US READ: UNDERSTANDING PART II

3. Answer the questions.

a. Who blew the whistle to start the match?

The referee blew the whistle to start the match.

b. Who took the first shot?

Deepa took the first shot.

c. What happened when the ball hit the stack?

The stones scattered everywhere and everyone cheered.

d. What did the Sundarpur Tigers try to do after the stones scattered?

The Sundarpur Tigers began to rebuild the stack of stones.

e. What did Ravi do when the ball was about to hit him?

Ravi ducked when the ball was about to hit him.

f. Who warned Deepa about the approaching ball?

Imran warned Deepa about the approaching ball.

g. How did Deepa avoid being hit?

Deepa dodged the ball just in time to avoid being hit.

h. Which stones did Nidhi place?

Nidhi placed the fourth and fifth stones.

i. How many stones did Ravi place?

Ravi placed the sixth stone (and also the second stone earlier).

j. Who placed the seventh stone?

Prakash placed the seventh stone.

k. Which team won the match?

The Sundarpur Tigers won the match.

l. What did the players from both teams do after the match?

The players from both teams shook hands and appreciated each other for a good game.

m. What did the villagers do?

The villagers clapped and cheered for the teams.

n. What did the referee do with the hands of the two captains?

The referee lifted the hands of both the captains.

o. What did Deepa say about Lagori compared with video games?

Deepa said that playing Lagori was so much fun, even better than their video games.

p. What did Ravi suggest the children should do more often?

Ravi suggested that they should play their traditional games more often.

4. Put the events in the correct order. Write numbers 1–7 in the boxes.

7 The players from both teams shook hands and appreciated each other.

3 The Green Warriors took the ball and aimed to hit the Tigers.

1 The referee blew the whistle and Deepa took the first shot.

4 The Sundarpur Tigers began rebuilding the stack.

2 The stones scattered after the ball hit the stack.

6 The villagers celebrated and cheered.

5 Prakash placed the seventh stone before the final whistle.

SECTION C — LET US THINK

5. Answer in your own words.

a. What is Lagori, and how is it played?

Lagori is a traditional game played with seven flat stones and a ball. It is played by stacking the stones one above the other. One team throws a ball to knock down the stack, and then tries to hit the opposing team members with the ball. The opposing team tries to rebuild the stack without getting hit.

b. What is the name of Deepa's team, and which team are they competing against?

Deepa's team is called the Sundarpur Tigers, and they are competing against the Green Warriors team.

c. Why was Prakash selected for the Lagori match?

Prakash was selected for the Lagori match because he is a good and quick runner.

d. Who explained Lagori to Prakash? What name did Prakash use for the game?

Imran explained Lagori to Prakash. Prakash called the game "Satoliya", which is the name used in Rajasthan.

e. What did the villagers do after the Sundarpur Tigers won?

After the Sundarpur Tigers won, the villagers clapped, cheered, and celebrated with laughter and joy.

f. Why do you think the story is called "The Lagori Champions"?

The story is called "The Lagori Champions" because it is about the Sundarpur Tigers team playing a fantastic match of Lagori, working together, and winning the game, making them champions.

6. Think and discuss — then write your answer.

a. The villagers clapped for both teams. The referee lifted the hands of both captains. Why was this a good thing to do?

It was a good thing to do because it showed good sportsmanship. It celebrated the effort and spirit of both teams, showing that participating and playing fairly is more important than just winning.

b. Do you agree that good sportsmanship is as important as winning? Give a reason.

Yes, good sportsmanship is as important as winning because it teaches us respect, fairness, and teamwork. Winning is temporary, but the friends we make and the lessons we learn by playing fairly stay with us forever.

c. How does teamwork help a team during a game?

Teamwork helps a team during a game because everyone works together, supports each other, and uses their individual strengths for the success of the whole team. For example, in the story, everyone took turns to rebuild the stones and dodge the ball.

d. Deepa thought Lagori was even more fun than video games. Do you agree or disagree? Explain your view.

I agree. Playing outdoor games like Lagori involves physical activity, running, and playing with friends in the fresh air, which is much more exciting and healthier than sitting inside and playing video games.

e. What can traditional games teach us about our culture, health and friendship?

Traditional games teach us about our culture by connecting us to our roots. They improve our health through physical exercise and teach us friendship by encouraging us to play and cooperate with others.

SECTION D — TRUE OR FALSE

7. Write T for True and F for False. Correct the false statements.

• a. Satoliya is another name for Lagori in Rajasthan. [ T ]
• b. Ravi plays for the Green Warriors. [ F ] (Correction: Ravi plays for the Sundarpur Tigers.)
• c. Prakash placed the seventh stone. [ T ]
• d. The players were allowed to go beyond the boundary. [ F ] (Correction: The players are not supposed to go beyond the boundary.)
• e. Deepa was the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers. [ T ]
• f. The Green Warriors won the match. [ F ] (Correction: The Sundarpur Tigers won the match.)
• g. Both teams shook hands after the match. [ T ]
• h. The match brought the villagers together. [ T ]

SECTION E — FILL IN THE BLANKS

8. Complete each sentence using words from the story.

• a. Ravi came running with sweat dripping down his face.
• b. Deepa is the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers.
• c. The Lagori match reminded everyone of the simple joys of teamwork and playing together.
• d. The opponent team was called the Green Warriors.
• e. The seven flat stones were stacked one above the other.
• f. The players shook hands and appreciated each other for a good game.
• g. Prakash was Ravi's cousin.
• h. The referee blew the whistle to start the match.

SECTION F — VOCABULARY: NEW WORDS

9. Match each word with its meaning.

Word	Answer	Meaning
1. Match	d	d. A contest between people or teams
2. Stacked	c	c. Placed one thing on top of another
3. Opponent	e	e. A person or team competing against another
4. Boundary	a	a. A line marking the limits of an area
5. Referee	b	b. A person who controls a game and makes sure rules are followed
6. Dodged	g	g. Moved quickly to avoid being hit
7. Teamwork	h	h. Working together to achieve something
8. Warriors	f	f. A person who fights or competes
9. Cousin	i	i. A child of one's aunt or uncle

10. Write a meaningful sentence for each word.

• Match: We watched an exciting cricket match yesterday.
• Stacked: He stacked the books neatly on the table.
• Opponent: My opponent in the chess game was very smart.
• Boundary: The batsman hit the ball across the boundary.
• Referee: The referee blew the whistle to stop the foul.
• Dodged: The player dodged the ball and ran to the other side.
• Teamwork: We finished the project quickly because of good teamwork.
• Warriors: The brave warriors fought for their country.
• Cousin: My cousin lives in Mumbai and visits us every year.

SECTION G — WORD MEANINGS AND OPPOSITES

11. Circle the word that does NOT have the same meaning as the bold word.

• a. large: huge / tiny / big
• b. praised: celebrated / ignored / cheered
• c. margin: boundary / border / centre
• d. contest: match / playground / competition
• e. jolt: shock / calm / disturbance
• f. repair: rebuild / mend / ruin
• g. most-liked: favourite / beloved / disliked
• h. rival: opponent / competitor / friend

12. Write a word from the lesson that means:

• a. A game or competition between teams: Match
• b. To avoid being hit: Dodge
• c. A person who controls a game: Referee
• d. A child of your aunt or uncle: Cousin
• e. People who work together: Team

SECTION H — UNSCRAMBLE THE WORDS

13. Rearrange the letters using the clues.

• a. D E O T I U S → OUTSIDE
• b. V E A W → WAVE
• c. H M T A C → MATCH
• d. I O U N S C → COUSIN

SECTION I — LET US LISTEN

14. Teacher's dictation/listening activity. Write the odd word.

1. reading (Others are physical sports; reading is a mental activity)
2. swimming (Others are traditional/outdoor playground games; swimming is a water sport)
3. knitting (Others are physical sports; knitting is a craft)
4. writing (Others are physical exercises; writing is a mental activity)
5. skipping (You do not use a ball for skipping; a skipping rope is used)

SECTION J — LET US SPEAK

15. Classmate survey: Find a classmate who matches each description.

(This is a practical activity. Walk around the class and write your friends' names in the blank spaces provided in your printed worksheet.)

16. Speak and write: Talk about a community game or match organised in your village/locality.

Sample Answer: In my locality, a cricket tournament is organised every year during the summer holidays. I participated in it last year with my friends. Our team practiced hard for two weeks. We played well and won the second prize. It was a great experience because we learned how to play as a team and made many new friends.

SECTION K — LET US WRITE

17. Word Treasure Hunt

S S W E A T R T W Y
T A T W G R E E A N
A D E A N U F A V B
C O L R I N E M E W
K D T R P N R W D E
E G S I P E E O N L
D E I O I R E R K B
P D H R R O I K E G
Z B W S D U Y L N E
V P I N C L U D E F

Words found:

1. SWEAT
2. GREEN (Green Warriors)
3. FAV (Favourite)
4. LINE
5. TEAM
6. INCLUDE

18. Use any six words from the word grid in your own sentences.

1. After running for an hour, there was sweat on my forehead.
2. My favourite colour is green.
3. Mango is my favourite fruit.
4. Please draw a straight line on the paper.
5. Our school team won the football match.
6. Please include my name in the list.

SECTION L — GRAMMAR: SENTENCES

19. Rearrange the words to make meaningful sentences.

• a. The field is marked with a boundary.
• b. Prakash looked at everybody with surprise.
• c. I saw a peacock dancing in the rain.
• d. There are white and grey clouds in the sky.
• e. Plants need fresh water every day.

20. Write S for a sentence and Q for a question.

• a. My name is Sonam. [ S ]
• b. What is your name? [ Q ]
• c. Where do you stay? [ Q ]
• d. This flower is beautiful. [ S ]
• e. My shirt is blue in colour. [ S ]

21. Punctuation practice. Rewrite these correctly.

• a. Ravi and Prakash went to the park.
• b. Who is the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers?
• c. Lagori is a traditional game.
• d. Where do you live?
• e. The players shook hands after the match.

SECTION M — PICTURE OBSERVATION

22. Look at the two similar pictures on page 88 of your textbook. Find and write eight differences.

(Note: Based on the visual provided in the textbook PDF)

1. The color of the balloon is different (Red/Yellow vs Blue/Green).
2. There are two birds in the first picture, but only one bird in the second.
3. The shape of the sun is different (full sun vs partly cloudy).
4. The boy kicking the ball has different colored shoes.
5. The girl's shirt has a different design (stars vs plain).
6. The boy on the right has different colored shorts (white with stripes vs white with red trim).
7. The tree in the background is shaped differently.
8. The ball has a slightly different pattern.

SECTION N — CREATIVE WRITING

23. Imagine that you are a member of the Sundarpur Tigers. Write a short paragraph (6–8 sentences) about your experience of playing Lagori.

Sample Answer: Playing Lagori with the Sundarpur Tigers was an unforgettable experience. When the referee blew the whistle, I felt both nervous and excited. Our captain, Deepa, took the first shot and knocked down all the stones. We all cheered loudly. As we started rebuilding the stack, the Green Warriors threw the ball at us, but I dodged it just in time. We worked together as a team, and I managed to place the sixth stone. Finally, our newest member, Prakash, placed the seventh stone and we won! We all shook hands with the other team and celebrated our victory with the villagers.

24. Write a dialogue between two friends who are inviting each other to play a traditional game. Write at least six lines.

Aman: Hi Rahul! What are you doing this evening?

Rahul: I am just playing video games on my tablet. What about you?

Aman: I am going to the park to play Lagori with my friends. Would you like to join us?

Rahul: Lagori? I don't know how to play it. Is it fun?

Aman: Yes, it is so much fun! It is a traditional game with seven stones and a ball. I can teach you the rules.

Rahul: That sounds better than sitting inside. Let's go!

Aman: Great! You will really enjoy it. Let's meet at the park at 5 PM.

25. Design a Lagori team badge. (Activity)

Sample Team Name: The Stone Smashers

Meaning of our badge: Our badge features seven golden stones stacked up with a bright red ball hitting them. Around the stones, there are two hands shaking. This represents that no matter who wins, we play with unity, respect, and teamwork. The golden color stands for our traditional Indian games.

SECTION O — VALUE EDUCATION AND REFLECTION

26. Write two examples of good sportsmanship shown in the story.

1. The players from both teams shook hands and appreciated each other for a good game.
2. The referee lifted the hands of both the captains, and the villagers clapped for both teams.

27. What should players do if they lose a game?

If players lose a game, they should accept their defeat gracefully, congratulate the winning team, and learn from their mistakes to play better next time.

28. How can traditional outdoor games help children?

Traditional outdoor games help children by keeping them physically fit and healthy. They also teach them teamwork, cooperation, and help them make new friends.

29. Write one lesson you learned from Deepa, Ravi, Prakash or Imran.

From Imran, I learned that we should always look out for our friends and warn them of danger, just like he warned Deepa about the ball. From the whole team, I learned the importance of teamwork.

30. Complete the reflection: "After reading this story, I will ____________ because ____________."

After reading this story, I will play more traditional outdoor games with my friends because they are more fun, keep us healthy, and teach us the true spirit of teamwork.