CBSE Class 8 English Wisdom Paves the Way (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 4

1. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. 1. Shiv Datt said, “I believe it has been over a week, perhaps even longer,” because

A it had been a long time since they left the village. B he was waiting for a letter to arrive. C the weather had changed suddenly. D he had forgotten the exact date.

2. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. 2. Dev Datt said, “Indeed, we ought to be united in this hope. That is why we press on towards Ujjain,” because _______________________.

A they hoped to find the camel in Ujjain. B they wanted to visit the temple in Ujjain. C they were searching for treasure in Ujjain. D they planned to meet their friends in Ujjain.

3. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. 3. Har Datt said, “Look there, friends. A camel has passed this way. The tracks are fresh,” because _______________________.

A the tracks were clearly visible and had not been disturbed. B the tracks were covered with leaves. C the tracks were made by a horse. D the tracks were old and faded.

4. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. 4. Shiv Datt said, “It appears to be a merchant, running as if pursued by trouble,” because _____________.

A the merchant was in a hurry and looked worried. B the merchant was carrying a heavy load. C the merchant was talking to Shiv Datt. D the merchant was wearing expensive clothes.

5. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. 5. The merchant said, “How could you possibly know that? The poor creature has been unwell for two weeks now. Surely you are a healer!” because _______________________.

A the merchant was surprised by their knowledge about the camel's condition. B the merchant thought the camel was just tired. C the merchant believed the camel was very healthy. D the merchant wanted to sell the camel quickly.

6. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. 6. Dev Datt said, “You are free to do as you wish, sir. If the King desires our presence, we shall be waiting under that banyan tree yonder,” because _______________________.

A they were willing to cooperate and wait for the King's decision. B they wanted to avoid meeting the King altogether. C they were planning to leave the place soon. D they were afraid of the King.

7. What does the word 'indignant' mean?

A happy B angry C tired D confused

8. What does the word 'yonder' mean?

A over there B under C behind D above

9. What is the meaning of the word 'draperies' as used in the passage?

A complaint B long thick curtains C claims that someone has done something wrong D a cover fixed over a seat for decoration

10. What does the word 'canopy' mean in the context of the passage?

A complaint B long thick curtains C a cover fixed over a seat for decoration D claims that someone has done something wrong