English Olympiad Class 10 - Sample question paper 9
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Choose the word closest in meaning to the underlined word(s)
Q) The detective found incontrovertible evidence at the crime scene.
A. questionable
B. irrefutable
C. dubious
D. disputable
Answer: B. irrefutable
Explanation: "Incontrovertible" means not open to question or dispute, and "irrefutable" is a synonym.
Q) Her (eclectic) taste in music ranges from classical to hip-hop.
A. Diverse
B. Specific
C. Limited
D. Homogeneous
Answer: A. Diverse
Explanation: "Eclectic" means deriving ideas, style, or taste from a diverse range.
Q) The (ubiquitous) presence of smartphones has become a common sight in modern society.
A. Scarce
B. Abundant
C. Limited
D. Rare
Answer: B. Abundant
Explanation: "Ubiquitous" means present, appearing, or found everywhere.
Q) The movie's ending was anticlimactic after the intense build-up.
A. thrilling
B. climactic
C. disappointing
D. exciting
Answer: C. disappointing
Explanation: "Anticlimactic" refers to something less impressive than expected, and "disappointing" fits the context.
Q) The speaker's words were eloquent and moved the audience.
A. articulate
B. plain
C. verbose
D. inarticulate
Answer: A. articulate
Explanation: "Eloquent" means fluent and persuasive in speaking, and "articulate" is a synonym.
Q) The novel had a suspenseful plot that kept readers on edge.
A. predictable
B. boring
C. thrilling
D. monotonous
Answer: C. thrilling
Explanation: "Suspenseful" suggests creating excitement or uncertainty, and "thrilling" is a fitting synonym.
Q) The chef prepared a delectable dish that delighted everyone.
A. tasteless
B. unappetizing
C. delicious
D. bland
Answer: C. delicious
Explanation: "Delectable" means delightful or highly pleasing to the taste, and "delicious" is a synonym.
Q) The room was filled with a pungent smell.
A. aromatic
B. fragrant
C. acrid
D. sweet
Answer: C. acrid
Explanation: "Pungent" means having a sharply strong taste or smell, and "acrid" is a synonym.
Q) His frugal lifestyle allowed him to save money.
A. lavish
B. extravagant
C. thrifty
D. opulent
Answer: C. thrifty
Explanation: "Frugal" refers to being economical or sparing, and "thrifty" is a suitable synonym.
Q) The author's writing style is verbose and detailed.
A. concise
B. wordy
C. succinct
D. brief
Answer: B. wordy
Explanation: "Verbose" means using more words than necessary, and "wordy" is a synonym.
Q) The company faced formidable challenges in the market.
A. trivial
B. overwhelming
C. inconspicuous
D. minor
Answer: B. overwhelming
Explanation: "Formidable" implies inspiring fear or respect due to being powerful, and "overwhelming" is a synonym.
Q) The old house had a dilapidated appearance.
A. pristine
B. renovated
C. crumbling
D. intact
Answer: C. crumbling
Explanation: "Dilapidated" means in a state of disrepair or ruin, and "crumbling" is a synonym.
Q) The child’s longing for
A. abjuring
B. coveting
C. harmony
D. excitement
Answer: B. coveting
Explanation: "Longing" implies a strong desire or craving, and "coveting" is a synonym.
Q) A bird-watcher
A. ornithologist
B. ophthalmologist
C. oncologist
D. osteologist
Answer: A. ornithologist
Explanation: A "bird-watcher" is someone who observes and studies birds, and an "ornithologist" is an expert in ornithology.
Q) His indispensable position
A. requisite
B. prolific
C. appalling
D. euphoric
Answer: A. requisite
Explanation: "Indispensable" means necessary or essential, and "requisite" is a synonym.
Q) Their generous hospitality
A. courteous
B. mature
C. modest
D. profuse
Answer: D. profuse
Explanation: "Generous" hospitality implies abundant or lavish hospitality, and "profuse" is a suitable synonym.
Q) The barren fields
A. sterile
B. mellow
C. putrid
D. endemic
Answer: A. sterile
Explanation: "Barren" refers to unproductive or infertile, and "sterile" is a synonym.
Choose the most suitable option to complete each sentence
Q) The plan to build another factory _________.
A. cleared out
B. fell through
C. cut down
D. drew in
Answer: B. fell through
Explanation: "Fell through" means that the plan did not materialize or was abandoned.
Q) Rarely _________ mushrooms.
A. I eat
B. I ate
C. I have eaten
D. do I eat
Answer: D. do I eat
Explanation: The correct sentence structure for emphasis is "Rarely do I eat mushrooms."
Q) Sheela is going to _______ cinema, but her sister is going to _______ church.
A. the, no article
B. the, the
C. no article, the
D. no article, no article
Answer: A. the, no article
Q) There’s no point ________ staying up all night if your exam is tomorrow.
A. on
B. at
C. in
D. up
Answer: C. in
Explanation: The correct phrase is "There's no point in staying up all night."
Q) If I had known his address, I ________ to see him.
A. will have gone
B. should have gone
C. would have gone
D. may have gone
Answer: C. would have gone
Explanation: This is a conditional sentence expressing a hypothetical situation in the past.
Q) She was _________ to hear the shocking news.
A. salvaged
B. agitated
C. indiscreet
D. aggressive
Answer: B. agitated
Explanation: "Agitated" means to be emotionally disturbed or upset.
Q) His performance in the series earned him the trophy.
A. extra
B. erratic
C. contentious
D. consistent
Answer: D. consistent
Explanation: "Consistent" implies showing stability and reliability over time.
Q) I don’t think Raju will _______ to our opinion.
A. come round
B. run through
C. see about
D. pull together
Answer: A. come round
Explanation: "Come round" means to change one's opinion or viewpoint.
Q) She _______ with her sister quite often.
A. cuts in
B. clears on
C. falls out
D. runs into
Answer: C. falls out
Q) When you arrive in Mumbai, we ________ for you at the airport.
A. wait
B. were waiting
C. will be waiting
D. were around
Answer: C. will be waiting
Explanation: This is the correct future continuous tense for waiting at the airport.
Q) The flowers _______ are here.
A. who you asked for
B. you ordered
C. that you order
D. that you were booking
Answer: B. you ordered
Explanation: The correct sentence is "The flowers are what you ordered here."