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Mock IEO - 7 (Class VIII)

Description: International English Olympiad – VII (Grade – VIII)
Number of Questions: 50
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Tags: International English Olympiad – VII (Grade – VIII) Odd Word Out Antonyms Sufix Spellings Gap Filling Error Identification Reading Comprehension Dialogue Completion Paragraph Completion
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Directions: Choose the odd one out.

  1. Flat

  2. House

  3. Apartment

  4. Beach


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All the others are constructed living areas whereas beach is not.

Directions: Choose the odd one out.

  1. Axe : Cut

  2. Eyes : See

  3. Hammer : Nail

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The function of axe is to cut trees and the function of eyes is to see whereas the function of hammer is to strike. So, option 3 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the word/phrase which is NOT the same in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence.

Burr Ridge is a highly respectable suburb of Chicago.

  1. Environ around the city

  2. Area outlying a city

  3. Community

  4. Residential area outlying a city


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Suburbs are residential areas or communities outlying a city. They may also be called as environs which surround the city.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct suffix.

Three workers were killed today in an accident ____ blast at downtown.

  1. al

  2. ary

  3. ness

  4. by


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Three workers were killed today in an accidental blast at downtown.

Directions: Choose the word/phrase which is NOT the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

He faced scorching criticism.

  1. Fierce

  2. Harsh

  3. Very fast

  4. Severe


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Scorching in this context means fierce, harsh, severe or violent.

Directions: Choose the correctly spelt word to fill in the blank.

Tom has a ___ on his right arm.

  1. bruire

  2. bruise

  3. briuse

  4. bruse


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bruise is the correct word and it means an injury appearing as on area of uncovered skin on the body.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

Non-native English speakers now ___ native English speakers.

  1. overweigh

  2. underweigh

  3. outnumber

  4. overlay


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

‘Outnumber’ is the correct answer which means ‘more in number than'.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

He has lived with ___ all his life.

  1. respect

  2. dignity

  3. praise

  4. achievement


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

‘Dignity’ means state of being worthy of respect. Here, ‘respect’ cannot be used. Its usage with preposition ‘with’ is not suitable.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

The soldiers ___ the country from external attacks.

  1. defend

  2. avoid

  3. abstain

  4. restrain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The soldiers ‘defend’ (protect) the country.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

Raja will ___ help you with your homework.

  1. doubtfully

  2. fully

  3. already

  4. surely


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

‘Surely’ is the correct adverb which should be used here.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

Shannon ___ the street.

  1. lived for

  2. lived down

  3. lived off

  4. lived in


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Shannon lived down the street.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

____ his efforts, he could not pass the examination.

  1. In addition to

  2. Despite

  3. Furthermore

  4. According to


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'In spite of' depicts reason as, 'Inspite of the hard efforts of the student, he could not pass'.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

We tossed the ball ___ between us.

  1. back and forth

  2. up and down

  3. on and off

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

We tossed the ball back and forth (from one side to another) between us.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

I generally buy ___ clothing.

  1. up and coming

  2. off the shelf

  3. off the coast

  4. down and under


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

I generally buy off the shelf clothing. Off the shelf means readymade, not custom made.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

Rihanna asked me ____ at my place for a moment.

  1. to stay

  2. to have stayed

  3. staying there

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rihanna asked me to stay at my place for a moment.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

Something ____ about these people who exploit the animals.

  1. ought be done

  2. ought to be done

  3. ought to be doing

  4. ought not be done


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Something ought to be done about these people who exploit the animals.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

I am ____ of completing the work before Monday.

  1. thinking about

  2. the thought

  3. thinking

  4. thought


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

I am thinking (present continuous tense) of completing the work before Monday.

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

I will be back in ___ while.

  1. a little

  2. the little

  3. little

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

I will be back in 'a little' while (soon; not before long).

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blank.

The computer ____ is really slow.

  1. in which I am working

  2. on which I am working

  3. which I had

  4. on I was working


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The computer ‘on which I am working’ is really slow.

Directions: Choose the part of the sentence that contains an error. If there is no error, choose (D).

(A) I really do not know /(B) why he is behaving /(C) in a rude manner. /(D) No error

  1. A

  2. B

  3. C

  4. D


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The given sentence is absolutely correct.

Directions: Given below is a set of two sentences. Both of the sentences can be right or both can be wrong or one of the two can be right. Select the correct option.

P: He believes in destiny. Q: He asked her to believing in destiny.

  1. Both are right.

  2. Both are wrong.

  3. Only P is right.

  4. Only Q is right.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The second sentence is wrong as it should be 'he asked her to believe in destiny'.

Directions: Choose the part of the sentence that contains an error. If there is no error, choose (D).

(A) His blue eyes /(B) reveal him and he /(C) was caught even with the face covered. /(D) No error

  1. A

  2. B

  3. C

  4. D


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The correct sentence should be 'his blue eyes revealed him' as the latter part of the sentence is in past tense.

Directions: Choose the part of the sentence that contains an error. If there is no error, choose (D).

(A) She was /(B) unable to control /(C) her own destiny. /(D) No error

  1. A

  2. B

  3. C

  4. D


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sentence has no error.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Glyn Severn and the Maharajah of Dour, both about 15 or 16, have been sent together to an English boarding school. Glyn's father has been for many years a Colonel in the Maharajah's father's army, but now the old Maharajah is dead, and his son, known at school as "Singh", has inherited the title. The Colonel is Singh's guardian. There are the usual school boyish rivalries and fights, in particular involving a nasty individual called Slegge. A menagerie owner lives nearby, and among his animals is an elephant who is sometimes in a bad mood. It turns out that Glyn and Singh, who have had dealings with elephants in India, are rather good at bringing it under control.

What is the relationship between Maharaja’s son and Colonel’s son?

  1. Colonel’s son is Maharajah’s guardian.

  2. Maharajah’s son and Colonel’s son are both schoolmates.

  3. They are not related in any way.

  4. Colonel’s son is Singh’s father.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As mentioned in the first line of the paragraph, they are both schoolmates.

Directions: Given below is a set of two sentences. Both of the sentences can be right or both can be wrong or one of the two can be right. Select the correct option.

P: He is progressive in approach towards life. Q: He is progressive in approaching towards life.

  1. Both are right.

  2. Both are wrong.

  3. Only P is right.

  4. Only Q is right.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'He is progressive in approach towards life' is the correct answer. Here, 'approach' means attitude whereas 'approaching' means ‘moving towards’.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Glyn Severn and the Maharajah of Dour, both about 15 or 16, have been sent together to an English boarding school. Glyn's father has been for many years a Colonel in the Maharajah's father's army, but now the old Maharajah is dead, and his son, known at school as "Singh", has inherited the title. The Colonel is Singh's guardian. There are the usual school boyish rivalries and fights, in particular involving a nasty individual called Slegge. A menagerie owner lives nearby, and among his animals is an elephant who is sometimes in a bad mood. It turns out that Glyn and Singh, who have had dealings with elephants in India, are rather good at bringing it under control.

What is the meaning of the word 'menagerie' as used in the passage?

  1. Rich person

  2. Collection of wild animals

  3. Boarding school

  4. Poor person


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Menagerie is a collection of wild animals for exhibition.

Directions: Choose the most suitable option to complete the dialogue.

Rihanna: I am afraid I cannot attend the orientation program. Professor: ____

  1. You have to attend at any cost.

  2. Do not worry. I will give you a recap.

  3. That is not my concern.

  4. How can I help you then?


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Option 2 is the most appropriate response here.

Directions: Choose the most suitable option to complete the dialogue.

Rena: Let's visit the museum on Saturday. Tom: Okay, that sounds interesting. Where shall we meet? Rena: ___ Tom: Great! See you there then.

  1. You guess and come by yourself.

  2. I will not tell you.

  3. We will meet at the ticket office of the museum.

  4. I was kidding, we are not meeting.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Option 3 is the most appropriate response here.

Directions: Choose the most suitable option to complete the dialogue.

Stranger: Can you help me cross the road? Rohan: ___ Stranger: Thank you so much.

  1. Sorry, I won’t.

  2. Yeah sure, I will.

  3. Look left and right and down.

  4. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Option 2 is the most appropriate response here.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Glyn Severn and the Maharajah of Dour, both about 15 or 16, have been sent together to an English boarding school. Glyn's father has been for many years a Colonel in the Maharajah's father's army, but now the old Maharajah is dead, and his son, known at school as "Singh", has inherited the title. The Colonel is Singh's guardian. There are the usual school boyish rivalries and fights, in particular involving a nasty individual called Slegge. A menagerie owner lives nearby, and among his animals is an elephant who is sometimes in a bad mood. It turns out that Glyn and Singh, who have had dealings with elephants in India, are rather good at bringing it under control.

Glyn and Singh are good at bringing the ___ under control.

  1. elephant

  2. children

  3. guardian

  4. teacher


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As it is mentioned in the last line of the paragraph, they are good at bringing the elephant under control.

Directions: Choose the correct sentence that completes the paragraph.

S1: It was completely quiet on the streets outside. It was strange. S2: ____ S3: Now, they were completely empty.

  1. The streets were to be empty.

  2. Outside looked like inside.

  3. Usually, these streets were full of busy people.

  4. The show had fallen.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

'It was strange' in S1 suggests that some contradiction is there. 'Usually' is followed by 'now' and the opposite of 'empty' is 'full' here.

Directions: Choose the most suitable option to complete the dialogue.

Rahul: The salutation of your letter is not accurate. Can you write that again please? Secretary: ___

  1. Okay, I am not sure.

  2. It will be done.

  3. Handle them on your own.

  4. I am not going to do that again.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Option 2 is the most appropriate response here.

Directions: Choose the correct sentence that completes the paragraph.

S1: The term biometrics refers to measurable characteristics that is unique to an individual. S2: ___ S3: Thus, they help in identifying management globally.

  1. These characteristics are finger points, facial structure, etc.

  2. An individual is a person.

  3. Characters are not known to be specific.

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Characteristics' in S1 is mentioned in option 1. Thus, it is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the correct sentence that completes the paragraph.

S1: The 21st century has witnessed on unprecedented deterioration of the environment. S2: ___ S3: It is very important to curb their effects in order to breathe in a healthy environment.

  1. The government is taking regulatory measures for the same.

  2. Many factors are responsible for degrading it.

  3. The types are ocean acidification, ozone layer depletion.

  4. Soil erosion is also there.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Their' in S3 refers to 'many factors' in option 2.

Directions: The paragraph below can be formed by four sentences (S1 - S4). S1 and S4 are given. From the options (P, Q, R), choose two sentences which can be used as S2 and S3, respectively.

S1: Tea processing is the method in which the leaves from the tea plant are transformed into dried leaves. P: The categories of tea are distinguished by processing they undergo. Q: Cultivation of tea involves various processes. R: After being distinguished, the leaves are oxidised. S4: After oxidation, tea is formed and moisture from the leaves in removed.

  1. PR

  2. PQ

  3. QP

  4. QR


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

(Q) is not the right option since cultivation comes before the processing. 'Are distinguished' in P is followed by 'after being distinguished' in R.

Directions: The paragraph below can be formed by four sentences (S1 - S4). S1 and S4 are given. From the options (P, Q, R), choose two sentences which can be used as S2 and S3, respectively.

S1: As recent immigrants to the Untied States, my family and I decided to make a trip to see the Statue of Liberty. P: This symbol of freedom and strength was something we had read about for many years. Q: We wanted to experience it first hand. R: Many people went there to see it. S4: We were not alone in our interest to see the landmark.

  1. PQ

  2. PR

  3. QR

  4. QP


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

R is out of context as it is mentioned in S4 also. PQ make sense here.

Directions: The paragraph below can be formed by four sentences (S1 - S4). S1 and S4 are given. From the options (P, Q, R), choose two sentences which can be used as S2 and S3, respectively.

S1: In schools, safeguarding practices should be adhered to.
P: Every school should follow the necessary protocols to ensure this. Q: Safeguarding means ensuring safe environment for kids in schools. R: The punishment should be strict. S4: Anyone violating these protocols should be penalised.

  1. PR

  2. QP

  3. PQ

  4. RP


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Q defines 'safeguarding' and P makes a suggestion related to it. So, option 2 is the correct answer.

Directions: Choose the odd one out.

  1. Gracefully

  2. Professionally

  3. Excellently

  4. Defensive


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All the other options are adverbs whereas defensive is an adjective.

How many certified albums are credited to Madonna?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Madonna has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognised as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. According to the Recizording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the best-selling female rock artist of the 20th century and the second best-selling female artist in the United States, with 64.5 million certified albums. Billboard ranked her at number two, behind only The Beatles, on the Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists, making her the most successful solo artist in the history of American singles chart. The magazine also declared her as the top-touring female artist of all time. She became one of the five founding members of the UK Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in her first year of eligibility.

  1. 6.5 million

  2. 300 million

  3. 64.5 million

  4. 100 million


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to the second line of passage, option (3) is the correct answer.

According to the passage, what is the meaning of the word 'eligibility'?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Madonna has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognised as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. According to the Recizording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the best-selling female rock artist of the 20th century and the second best-selling female artist in the United States, with 64.5 million certified albums. Billboard ranked her at number two, behind only The Beatles, on the Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists, making her the most successful solo artist in the history of American singles chart. The magazine also declared her as the top-touring female artist of all time. She became one of the five founding members of the UK Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in her first year of eligibility.

  1. Assistance

  2. Qualification

  3. Participation

  4. Work


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Eligibility means qualification.

Who was ranked the top artist/band by Billboard?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Madonna has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognised as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. According to the Recizording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the best-selling female rock artist of the 20th century and the second best-selling female artist in the United States, with 64.5 million certified albums. Billboard ranked her at number two, behind only The Beatles, on the Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists, making her the most successful solo artist in the history of American singles chart. The magazine also declared her as the top-touring female artist of all time. She became one of the five founding members of the UK Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in her first year of eligibility.

  1. The Beatles

  2. Nirvana

  3. Madonna

  4. Britney Spears


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

It is given in the passage, 'Billboard ranked her at number two, behind only The Beatles'.

Madonna was the founding member of which of the following societies?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Madonna has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognised as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. According to the Recizording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the best-selling female rock artist of the 20th century and the second best-selling female artist in the United States, with 64.5 million certified albums. Billboard ranked her at number two, behind only The Beatles, on the Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists, making her the most successful solo artist in the history of American singles chart. The magazine also declared her as the top-touring female artist of all time. She became one of the five founding members of the UK Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in her first year of eligibility.

  1. Guinness World Records

  2. Recording Industry Association of America

  3. UK Music Half of Fame

  4. Billboard


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to the last line of the passage, option (3) is the correct answer.

In which state of the United States is the firm located?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Terra Engineering is a new company that will provide high quality technical and environmental engineering services to its clients. Terra Engineering is scheduled to begin operations on July 16, 2005. Terra Engineering will be a partnership, owned and operated by Norm Johnson and Rupert Smith.
Terra Engineering will target small to medium sized companies and government organisations within the southern part of Michigan, including Detroit and surrounding areas. Terra Engineering will seek major contracts with medium sized firms.
Terra Engineering will be located at:
459 Duncan Avenue, Suite 1003
Detroit, Michigan

  1. Colorado

  2. Detroit

  3. Michigan

  4. Duncan Avenue


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

We put the state’s name at the last in an address. So, ‘Duncan Avenue’ is a street or a building, Detroit is the name of the city and Michigan is the name of the state.

Terra Engineering Company specialised in which type(s) of engineering service?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Terra Engineering is a new company that will provide high quality technical and environmental engineering services to its clients. Terra Engineering is scheduled to begin operations on July 16, 2005. Terra Engineering will be a partnership, owned and operated by Norm Johnson and Rupert Smith.
Terra Engineering will target small to medium sized companies and government organisations within the southern part of Michigan, including Detroit and surrounding areas. Terra Engineering will seek major contracts with medium sized firms.
Terra Engineering will be located at:
459 Duncan Avenue, Suite 1003
Detroit, Michigan

  1. Electronic engineering

  2. Environmental engineering

  3. Technical engineering

  4. Both (2) and (3)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

It is given in the 1st line of the passage.

What is the ownership structure of Terra Engineering?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Terra Engineering is a new company that will provide high quality technical and environmental engineering services to its clients. Terra Engineering is scheduled to begin operations on July 16, 2005. Terra Engineering will be a partnership, owned and operated by Norm Johnson and Rupert Smith.
Terra Engineering will target small to medium sized companies and government organisations within the southern part of Michigan, including Detroit and surrounding areas. Terra Engineering will seek major contracts with medium sized firms.
Terra Engineering will be located at:
459 Duncan Avenue, Suite 1003
Detroit, Michigan

  1. Owned by an individual

  2. Copartnership of two individuals

  3. No partnership

  4. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

It is given in the last line of the 1st paragraph.

According to the passage, what is the minimum time for which a sermon is given?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

For many years, it has been my custom to give every Sunday morning, a brief sermon to the boys and girls of my congregation. This sermon is never more than six minutes, often only three. As a result, there has been a growing attendance of young people at our morning worship. Thus, they are made to feel that they are wanted, and have a part in the Church which all too often is looked upon as a Church solely for the grownups. No part of my ministry has given me greater delight and satisfaction than the thought that I am helping to establish, in the lives of many boys and girls, that habit so indispensable to a steady Christian experience, namely - the habit of Sunday morning worship.
  1. Five minutes

  2. Six minutes

  3. Ten minutes

  4. Three minutes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the second line of the passage, the minimum time for which a sermon is given is three minutes.

According to the passage, what is the meaning of the word 'custom'?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

For many years, it has been my custom to give every Sunday morning, a brief sermon to the boys and girls of my congregation. This sermon is never more than six minutes, often only three. As a result, there has been a growing attendance of young people at our morning worship. Thus, they are made to feel that they are wanted, and have a part in the Church which all too often is looked upon as a Church solely for the grownups. No part of my ministry has given me greater delight and satisfaction than the thought that I am helping to establish, in the lives of many boys and girls, that habit so indispensable to a steady Christian experience, namely - the habit of Sunday morning worship.
  1. Traditionally accepted way of doing something

  2. Formal behaviour with friends

  3. Congregation of Christians

  4. Sermon given in the church


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Option (1) is the correct meaning of the word.

What does the author feel happy about?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

For many years, it has been my custom to give every Sunday morning, a brief sermon to the boys and girls of my congregation. This sermon is never more than six minutes, often only three. As a result, there has been a growing attendance of young people at our morning worship. Thus, they are made to feel that they are wanted, and have a part in the Church which all too often is looked upon as a Church solely for the grownups. No part of my ministry has given me greater delight and satisfaction than the thought that I am helping to establish, in the lives of many boys and girls, that habit so indispensable to a steady Christian experience, namely - the habit of Sunday morning worship.
  1. Thought of establishing lives of young people

  2. Thought of giving sermons

  3. Experience in the church

  4. Habit of worshipping


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the last line of passage, option (1) is correct.

Why are young people lately attending the morning worship more than before?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

For many years, it has been my custom to give every Sunday morning, a brief sermon to the boys and girls of my congregation. This sermon is never more than six minutes, often only three. As a result, there has been a growing attendance of young people at our morning worship. Thus, they are made to feel that they are wanted, and have a part in the Church which all too often is looked upon as a Church solely for the grownups. No part of my ministry has given me greater delight and satisfaction than the thought that I am helping to establish, in the lives of many boys and girls, that habit so indispensable to a steady Christian experience, namely - the habit of Sunday morning worship.
  1. Sermon given is brief and not long.

  2. Ministry wants young people to attend sermon.

  3. It is giving delight to young people.

  4. Not mentioned in the passage.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the passage, the sermon does not last for a long time. Hence, young people attend it more.

What type of organisations does Terra Engineering deal with?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

Terra Engineering is a new company that will provide high quality technical and environmental engineering services to its clients. Terra Engineering is scheduled to begin operations on July 16, 2005. Terra Engineering will be a partnership, owned and operated by Norm Johnson and Rupert Smith.
Terra Engineering will target small to medium sized companies and government organisations within the southern part of Michigan, including Detroit and surrounding areas. Terra Engineering will seek major contracts with medium sized firms.
Terra Engineering will be located at:
459 Duncan Avenue, Suite 1003
Detroit, Michigan

  1. Big sized firms

  2. Domestic level firms

  3. Medium sized firms

  4. High level firms


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

It is given in the 1st line of the 2nd paragraph.

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