CBSE Questions for Class 8 English Vocabulary Quiz 8 - MCQExams.com

Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word/words.
The discussion was wound up after a long and fruitful exchange of views.
  • postponed
  • cut short
  • interrupted
  • concluded
Choose the correct synonym of the following word or phrase.
Mum was really angry with me last night. 
  • toy
  • ticked-off
  • tramp
  • taken out
Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word/words.
The decision of the Union Government to repeal the Urban Land Ceiling Act has been welcomed by all.
  • suppress
  • amend
  • cancel
  • withhold
Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word/words.
This is his maiden appearance on the screen.
  • first
  • last
  • girlish
  • shy
Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word/words.
The experts' minute examination brought to light some important clues.
  • quick
  • detailed
  • superficial
  • prolonged
Choose the synonym of the given word:
OPPORTUNE
  • Expected
  • Convenient
  • Unwelcome
  • Chance
Choose the word that completes the sentence correctly:

The rioters _____ to bits all the glass fronts of the beautiful shops. 
  • fled
  • shattered
  • smashed
  • floating
Choose the word with the same or similar meaning to the underlined word. 

Completing even one miniature painting requires many days of arduous effort.
  • artistic
  • Painful
  • Laborious
  • Rapid
Pick the word / phrase which suggests 'not nervous'.
  • On edge
  • Unnerved
  • At ease
  • Muffed my lines
In the passage, the phrase 'rich and colourful' can be replaced by which of the given options?
  • Vibrant
  • Wealthy
  • Crowded
  • Technicolour
Complete the sentence with the most appropriate word:
One bad exam result and all her dreams were _________. 
  • fled
  • shattered
  • fulfilled
  • floating
Find the synonym for the italicized word.
He was admonished by his teacher for his behavior. 
  • Cajoled
  • Guarded
  • Scolded
  • Appreciated
Choose the synonym of the given word:
PACIFY
  • Placate
  • Rouse
  • Harass
  • Rejoice
In the following question, four words are given of which two words are synonyms and antonyms. Identify those two words which are nearly the same or opposite in meaning and indicate the correct letter combination.
A. affected
B. desolate
C. anxious
D. lonely
  • B-D
  • A-C
  • B-C
  • A-D
Choose the similar meaning for the underlined word.

The politician repudiated all claims that he was leaving the party
  • Renounced
  • Demurred
  • Disavowed
  • Refused
Select the correct word from the options given below to fill blank (5) _____.
  • Suspects
  • Bounty
  • Loot
  • Ransom
Fill in blank no. 11 with the most appropriate option from those given.
  • outcomes
  • findings
  • implications
  • derivations
Fill in the blank with the correct word:
'Drones out' means ___________ speech.
  • Reassuring
  • Monotonous
  • Irritating
  • Automatic
Choose which of the four options (A), (B), (C) or (D) fits into the sentences. 

Aditya has always been ________ to impossible dreams.
  • Fallen
  • Run
  • Taken
  • Given
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate idiom.

I haven't had fun in ages. I've _____ right now. 
  • done all in a day's work
  • two for the price of one
  • been hit by weather
  • too much on my plate
Fill in blank (4)____ with the most appropriate answer.
  • Crest
  • Crown
  • Peak
  • Tip
Any one who refused to fight the Bandanga had to _____ all his possessions. 
  • Sacrifice
  • Earn
  • Sell off
  • Protect
A marina is _____________.
  • a sandy beach
  • a fishing village
  • a small port used for pleasure
  • a maritime museum
Fill in blank no. (6) with the most appropriate option from those given.
  • rests
  • ruins
  • relics
  • remains
For the question, choose the one correct or best answer from (A), (B), (C) or (D).

Mary is always running down her sister. What does this mean?
  • She is always racing down the stairs with her sister. 
  • She is always finding faults in her sister. 
  • She is always searching for her sister. 
  • She is faster than her sister. 
The underlined word 'manual' in the context of the given passage means
  • Hand operated
  • Physical
  • Guide book
  • None of these
Choose the meaning of Put off.
  • To decline
  • To postpone
  • To neglect
  • To refuse
Which of the following is the synonym of the word "Hostile"?
  • Unfriendly
  • Politely
  • Friendly
  • Kindly
The word 'genuine' could best be replaced by which of the following?
  • Palpable
  • Spurious
  • Real
  • Accurate
The word 'stature' used in the passage is closest in meaning (in the given context) to? 
  • standing
  • height
  • market-size
  • aid
 Choose the meaning of the phrasal verb "Look for".
  • In search of
  • To remember
  • To plan for future
  • To show a low opinion
Fill in blank (5)____ with the most appropriate answer.
  • Join
  • Unite
  • Attach
  • Link
Which of the following is the synonym of the word "Haughtily"?
  • Confidently
  • Proudly
  • Lovingly
  • Angrily
What does the word 'agitated' mean?
  • Upset
  • Angry
  • Serious
  • Unhappy
Fill in blank (8)____ with the most appropriate answer.
  • Summary
  • Short
  • Total
  • Conclusion
The synonym of CAPTIVATE is:
  • Repel
  • Subjugate
  • Dangerous
  • Fascinate
The synonym of ANIMATE is:
  • Kill
  • Dead
  • Energise
  • Calm
The synonym of ALMS is:
  • Blessings
  • Charity
  • Prayers
  • Worship
A word which is NOT similar in meaning to WEARY is:
  • Tired
  • Fatigued
  • Sentimental
  • Exhausted
The synonym of WRATH is:
  • Violence
  • Anger
  • Hatred
  • Displeasing
The synonym of REDEEM is:
  • Extend
  • Fulfil
  • Reconsider
  • Recover
Select the synonym of :
Miserable
  • Object
  • Obstruct
  • Abject
  • Abstract
The synonym of HAUGHTY is:
  • Imperial
  • Imperious
  • Adamant
  • Empire
Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
The synonym of TRAVERSE is ______.
  • Mingle
  • Frustrate
  • Take
  • Cross
The word 'potential' could best be replaced by which of the following?
  • harmful
  • possible
  • unknown
  • primary
The synonym of HONORARY is:
  • Honest
  • Dignified
  • Unpaid
  • Praiseworthy
Find a synonym of FACULTY
  • Privilege
  • Desire
  • Branch
  • Ability
Find the synonym of PERSUADE.
  • Assure
  • Opinionated
  • Convince
  • Cheat
A synonym of MAGNATE is:
  • Tycoon
  • Senior Executive
  • Non-magnetic
  • Symbolic
The synonym of REPRISAL is:
  • Denial
  • Reluctance
  • Unequivocal
  • Retaliation
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