English Questions and Answers - Class 8 Mid Term Exams Term 1 2023 Set 6

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English Questions and Answers - Class 8 Mid Term Exams Term 1 2023 Set 6

QUESTIONS

Read the following passage below. It contains blank spaces numbered 1-15. For each blank space, choose the best answer from the choices given.

Do you know that some animals can.................1..................electricity? There are many.................2..................of catfish and eels that................3..................low voltage of electric currents from their bodies. Contrary................4..................what some people believe, the currents that they generate are................5..................weak to kill a person but such currents help the fish to................6..................in the sea.

Electricity-producing fishes................7..................have poorly developed eyesight. They cannot see well and so ................8.................. this extraordinary ability as a form of protection ................9.................. as a means of getting food for themselves ................10.................. the fish's electric field is interfered with by the presence of a strange object, the fish is ................11.................. alerted. It then decides ................12.................. to attack or flee. If the stranger happens to be a predator, the fish makes good ................13..................escape.................14..................,if the strange object is a potential food, it captures it and feeds.................15..................it.

1. produce
2. provide
3. supply
4. support
1. forms
2. examples
3. varieties
4. type
1. give up
2. give out
3. give way
4. give away
1. to
2. with
3. from
4. on
1. quite
2. rather
3. so
4. too
1. exist
2. reside
3. survive
4. accommodate
1. usually
2. barely
3. just
4. already
1. expects
2. demand
3. allow
4. need
1. but
2. and
3. then
4. despite
1. Whether
2. While
3. Whenever
4. As
1. immediately
2. lately
3. occasionally
4. already
1. if
2. when
3. neither
4. either
1. its'
2. its
3. it's
4. their
1. Therefore
2. However
3. Perhaps
4. But
1. on
2. with
3. for
4. at

In questions 16 to 18. choose the alternative that best completes the sentence.

Moses would not have missed the trip, if he ..................................... the money to pay.
1. would have
2. had
3. had had
4. could have
Writing as fast as I could to finish my assignment, .....................................
1. sleep overwhelmed me.
2. I discovered that I was making many errors.
3. my mother asked me to slow down.
4. my hands got rather tired.
The lady was not only humble .....................................
1. and polite
2. and also polite
3. but then polite
4. but also polite

In questions 19 to 21. choose the alternative that means the same as the underlined words.

It is normal for every child to depend on their parents for basic needs.
1. look up to
2. look to
3. look down on
4. look forward to.
I would have given up had I not got encouraged by my parents.
1. surrendered
2. stopped
3. despaired
4. failed
He has been spreading some rumours about our school.
1. lies
2. stories
3. gossip
4. imaginations

For questions 22 and 23. add the correct question tag

Few candidates have been interviewed by the panel,...............................?
1. haven't they
2. have they
3. did they
4. didn't they
They were reluctant to approve the budget..................................?
1. were they
2. weren't they
3. didn't they
4. did they

For questions 24 and 25, choose the incorrectly spelt word.

1. calendar
2. pronounciation
3. desperate
4. entrepreneur
1. fulfill
2. lightning
3. forty
4. exhilarate

Read the passage below carefully and answer questions 26 to 38.

It was one of those sunny mornings when merely breathing seemed to be an event worth celebrating. I was in a particularly good mood as my mother had just given me Kshs 1000 for my daily expenses during the week that she would be away with my father in the countryside to visit my ailing grandmother. I was in seventh heaven of delight just contemplating the things I could do with the money I had. If I survived on bread and butter the whole week, I would have a little windfall of Kshs 800 to buy a computer game! I had always wished to acquire one. This thought wandered about in my mind for a while during the first lesson of the day which happened to have been physical education. As usual, a gruelling session of endless running and weight training. I could hardly catch my breath as I trudged back wearily to the classroom. Just before I could enter the classroom, I heard a loud commotion coming from inside the room and quickly rushed in. My classmates were gathered around George's table as the latter ransacked through books, stationery as well as some personal effects in obvious distress. George had always been a popular boy in class. Not only was he bright and well-mannered but he also came from a wealthy family that provided him with all he could ask for. Yet, he chose to share everything he had with us, never minding the fact that he always provided while we received.

As such, I rushed immediately to his side when I saw his anxiety. My classmates quickly told me that George had lost the money that he had brought as a donation to the welfare home that we were supposed to visit that afternoon. Understanding the situation, I proposed that we organise a search around the classroom and inform the class teacher as soon as possible. Taking my suggestions seriously, the class immediately took action. In no time at all, Teacher Pendo (our class teacher) rushed to the classroom to take control of the situation. She decided to run a search through everyone's bag. We quickly stood by our tables and emptied the contents of our bags onto the table. When it came to my turn, I diligently took out all my possessions for inspection. My wallet was the last item to be checked and as Teacher Pendo took out the Kshs 1000 from it, the class fell into a hushed shock.

Up till then, I had no idea that the amount lost was exactly Kshs 1000. Had I not been aware of my own innocence, even I would have agreed that the evidence was incriminating enough to confirm my guilt. Everyone stared at me in horror. Teacher Pendo was triumphant - pleased that her efforts at flushing out the thief had bome fruit. In a loud and harsh voice, she demanded to know where the money had come from. I told her the truth, which obviously fell on deaf ears. She appeared not to have heard anything that I had said, choosing instead to dwell on the 'facts' of the matter. She proclaimed loudly that I had been caught red-handed, dismissing my story as laughable in view of the fact that my family was not well-off and could not possibly afford to give me Kshs 1000. She also went on to elaborate on the evils of envy, implying that I had stolen from George because I was envious of him. All this while. I was struck dumb by her convincing words, amazed at the theories that she had come up with based on the Kshs 1000 found in my wallet. The situation was worsened by the unfortunate fact that my parents could not come forward to support my story. By this time, the whole class was shaking their heads mournfully at me, obviously in full accord with the teacher's allegations. I was stunned and terrified. I could feel the jaws of misguided justice closing around my neck and struggled against it. I kept protesting my innocence, trying to drown out their accusations with the sheer volume of my voice. But it was to no avail.

The principal was called in to handle the situation. He promptly decided that the evidence against me was damning enough to warrant an immediate suspension or expulsion once my parents returned from their trip. I was devastated. How could they decide on my guilt without even checking out my story? Even a phone call to my parents was considered too much trouble for the school. Instead, they chose to concentrate on consoling George and reassure his parents. I knew then that my average background was the reason why my words carried less weight than George's distress. It was a sobering experience, educating me in the realities of life. The entire week was spent in a state of confusion. I kept to myself a lot, choosing not to leave the house at all. I lost a great deal of weight, since I was living entirely only on bread and butter. The Kshs 1000 had been confiscated by the school as 'evidence', leaving me only the loose change around the house to buy things with. Humiliation and anger were my constant companions during that week. None of my classmates telephoned me, not even those who were my buddies. Obviously, the stink of being a thief was more potent than that of friendship.

My parents finally returned. They rushed down to clarify matters once they realised what had happened. The school authorities felt embarrassed and apologised ceaselessly. My parents and I forgave them but I opted not to return to that school. Why would I return to a school where everyone had branded me a thief? Not even my closest of friends or teachers gave me a listening ear. A school where wealth spoke louder than truth. I sought to transfer to another school. My parents too shared in my opinion.

Why was the writer overjoyed?
1. His parents had gone on a journey.
2. He had been left on his own.
3. He had plenty of things to do.
4. He had some money to spend.
Why did the writer want to buy a computer game?
1. Most of his friends had it.
2. He probably wanted to play it.
3. His parents had promised to buy him one
4. He knew it was the best way to spend his money.
It is true to say that during the first lesson of the day, the writer
1. was inattentive all through.
2. enjoyed all the activities.
3. did what was expected of him.
4. had no idea what to do
The word trudged as used in the passage can best be replaced by
1. plodded
2. roamed
3. hobbled
4. sneaked'
Which statement is untrue about George?
1. His classmates liked him.
2. He was selfless.
3. He was coming from an affluent family.
4. He and the writer had most things in common.
The fact that the writer proposed a search for the money shows that he
1. knew where the money was.
2. had no idea how much money had got lost.
3. was eager to help George get his money back.
4. suspected that there was a thief in the school.
When the class teacher suggested to have the learners' bags checked,
1. no one objected to it
2. everyone became anxious.
3. the writer became suspicious.
4. she knew who exactly had the money.
The class teacher did not believe the writer's story because
1. she knew the writer as a jealous learner.
2. everyone else shared in her thoughts.
3. the writer was mischievous.
4. she thought the writer could not get such money.
The phrase But it was to no avail means that
1. the writer was guilty.
2. no one believed that the writer was blameless.
3. the teacher forbade the writer to speak.
4. everyone was shouting.
Why did the principal decide to expel or suspend the writer?
1. He wanted to please the writer's classmates.
2. He believed that the writer was guilty.
3. No one else could have stolen the money.
4. The writer had never been seen with any money before.
Everyone found it easy to empathise with George mainly because
1. he was from a very wealthy family.
2. he had always been generous.
3. he had never committed any offence.
4. he was rather troubled.
Why did the writer lose a lot of weight?
1. He failed to eat at all.
2. He was greatly troubled.
3. He felt betrayed.
4. He lacked a decent meal.
The writer decided to join another school mainly because
1. his teachers were cruel and reasonable.
2. he needed a new environment.
3. he had been treated unkindly by his classmates and teachers.
4. his classmates had not helped him to defend himself.

Read the passage below and answer questions 39 to 50.

Kenya is one of the most fascinating countries to visit in Africa. There are a plethora of tourist attractions. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is undoubtedly the best tourist attraction in Kenya and one of the best in the world. It is located in Narok County in the south-western part of the country-close to the border with Tanzania. The reserve was named after the Maasai Community. Mara is an extension of the great Serengeti National Park of Tanzania. When combined, the two national parks form a wildlife corridor that is unequaled anywhere worldwide. The reserve receives over close to 500000 visitors each year. Tourists visit The Maasai Mara Game Reserve in large numbers in the dry months of July to October to witness the epic Great Wild Life Migration. During this migration, over one million wildebeests, Thomson's gazelles and zebras move from The Serengeti National Park to The Maasai Mara Game Reserve. As they do so, they have to cross the crocodile infested Mara River and deal with predators like leopard, lions. cheetahs and most dangerously, crocodiles. This migration is often perilous but quite necessary. Apart from the wildlife and beautiful landscape, another key attraction is an encounter with the Maasai warriors who live in the park. They are always eager to keep the tourists entertained with their rare dances.

Another popular tourist attraction in Kenya is Amboseli National Park. It is found close to the border of Kenya and Tanzania and at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. 'Amboseli' means 'salty dust" in Maasai language. The park is known to be dry though it is still a haven to many wild animals. Amboseli is one of Kenya's most visited national reserves. There is no better place to see wild elephants in large numbers than Amboseli National Park. One can also spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, gazelles, elands, impalas. waterbucks and giraffes. Over 600 species of birds can also be spotted in the park. One will also be captivated by the greet savanna grassland, mountain views and the opportunity to learn about the Maasai culture and customs.

The next popular tourist attraction in Kenya is The Tsavo National Park. It is by far the largest national park in Kenya. It covers approximately 4 percent of Kenya's total area. Tsavo is considered the best national park in Kenya for exploring the African wilderness in solitude. It is so large that it is divided into two sections - Tsavo East and Tsavo West. The park is characterized by volcanic hills, rivers, savanna plains and waterfalls.

Tsavo West receives more rainfall and for that matter has better scenery all year round. The key attractions in Tsavo West are the Mzima Springs and giant craters. Because of the thicker vegetation, the animals are more difficult to see as compared to Tsavo East which is relatively dry and hence with less vegetation cover. It is casier to spot park animals like elephants. Though dry, Tsavo East is served by Galana River which meanders around the sector. The river supports the growth of beautiful palm trees and other vegetation which brings life to an otherwise semi-arid region. Other important attractions in Tsavo East are the Mudanda Rocks, Aruba Dam, Lugard Falls and the Yatta Plateau. You can also spot a varieties of animals including Leopards, Buffaloes, Lions, Rhinos, Hartebeests, Bush babies, Lesser Kudu, Maasai Giraffes, crocodiles and hippos among many others not to mention the birds.

Lake Nakuru National Park is one of the most fascinating places to visit in Kenya. It is found in the middle of the country, 152 kilometres away from Nairobi. Most of the park consists of Savannah grasslands, woodlands, rocky cliffs and the largest euphorbia forest on the continent. Over 450 species of birds can be spotted here including one million flamingos, Goliath herons, African fish eagles, Pelicans and some species of eagles. Flamingos and Pelicans thrive on the salt waters of Lake Nakuru because of the rich algae and its relative isolation from humans. The greatest spectacle in the park is watching over one million flamingos take flight at once. Apart from flamingos, it is also possible to spot lions, warthogs. leopards, white rhinos, pythons and waterbucks.

From the first sentence, it is right to conclude that
1. most tourists prefer to visit Kenya.
2. Africa has more tourist sites than other continents.
3. it is exciting to visit Kenya.
4. no other country is as fascinating to visit as Kenya is.
What does the writer say about Maasai Mara National Reserve?
1. It is bigger than other national parks in Kenya.
2. It is the best tourism site in the world.
3. Its wildlife is constantly endangered
4. It is popular with tourists.
Why do tourists prefer visiting Maasai Mara National Park between July and October each year?
1. There are many animals to see that time.
2. Weather is favourable to tourists.
3. To witness the Great Wildlife Migration.
4. To interact with the locals
Which statement is true about the Great Wildlife Migration?
1. It happens in most national parks in Kenya.
2. It attracts many tourists.
3. It poses danger to both human beings and wildlife.
4. It happens throughout the year.
Which word can best replace perilous as used in the story?
1. Risky
2. Disastrous
3. Catastrophic
4. Calamitous
Which one of the following animals is not usually involved the Great Wildlife Migration?
1. Gazelles
2. Wildebeests
3. Leopards
4. Zebras
The Maasai warriors found in Maasai Mara National Reserve can best be described as
1. exotic
2. enthusiastic
3. arrogant
4. reserved
Which statement is true about Amboseli National Park?
1. It receives rainfall once a year.
2. It does not have many animals.
3. It has no vegetation.
4. It is found near Mt Kilimanjaro.
Most tourists visit Amboseli National Park mainly to
1. interact with several Kenyan communities.
2. see elephants.
3. learn more about Kenya.
4. enjoy good climate.
The word approximately as used in the passage can best be replaced by
1. nearly
2. just
3. about
4. almost
It is not easy to see animals in Tsavo West mostly because
1. they often hide from tourists.
2. the park is too large to tour in limited time.
3. there are very few animals in the park.
4. the thick vegetation keep animals hidden.
Why do flamingos like Lake Nakuru?
1. There is plenty of food for them to eat.
2. They feel more secure there.
3. There is enough water for them to swim.
4. There are other birds to interact with.

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