CBSE Class 8 English The Wit that Won Hearts (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 2

1. Why did Tenali Rama choose indirect communication instead of confronting the king directly?

A To avoid hurting the king's pride. B To argue and debate with the king. C To openly accuse the king of being wrong. D To lecture the king about his mistakes.

2. What happens when people discover the truth on their own, according to Tenali Rama's understanding of human nature?

A They become defensive and resist change. B They are more likely to accept and change. C They ignore the truth completely. D They seek external validation for their actions.

3. What lesson does the story teach?

A The importance of wit and cleverness. B The value of communication and understanding. C The significance of patience and forgiveness. D All of the above.

4. Kings and queens preferred to have witty people among their courtiers because:

A witty courtiers could entertain and advise rulers effectively B witty courtiers were good at cooking C witty courtiers were skilled in warfare D witty courtiers could manage finances

5. The word 'illustrious' means ________.

A respected and famous B ordinary and dull C young and inexperienced D angry and upset

6. According to the passage, who was King Krishnadeva Raya?

A A famous poet B A wise and powerful monarch C An architect D A supporter of art

7. What is the Golden Era of the Vijayanagara Empire known for?

A Art, literature, and architecture B Wars C Trade D Agriculture

8. Name one of the works of Krishnadeva Raya mentioned in the passage.

A Amuktamalyada B Ramayana C Mahabharata D Kumarasambhavam

9. What does 'profusely' mean?

A in large amounts B busy C detailed manner D fine and attractive

10. Rectify the following false statements from the text. 2. Tenali Rama immediately went to the king and convinced him to talk to the queen.

A True B False