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Grade 9-10

Instructions:

• Choose the correct answer for each question.

• Each question has only one correct answer.
• Circle the letter of the correct answer.

Vocabulary & Frame of Mind (10 Questions)

1. What is the best synonym for “perplexed”?

a. Confident
b. Bored
c. Confused
d. Relaxed
2. The word “mitigate” most nearly means:
a. To worsen
b. To alleviate
c. To ignore
d. To amplify
3. What does “innocuous” mean?
a. Harmful
b. Offensive
c. Harmless
d. Dangerous
4. Choose the correct synonym for “ambivalent”:
a. Certain
b. Indifferent
c. Uncertain
d. Enthusiastic
5. What is the meaning of “salient”?
a. Hidden
b. Unimportant
c. Prominent
d. Invisible
6. The word “juxtapose” most nearly means:
a. To separate
b. To compare side by side
c. To ignore
d. To combine
7. What does “ephemeral” mean?
a. Long-lasting
b. Temporary
c. Unchanging
d. Permanent
8. Choose the best antonym for “verbose”:
a. Wordy
b. Concise
c. Detailed
d. Elaborate
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9. What is the meaning of “incorrigible”?

a. Reformable
b. Unchangeable
c. Forgivable
d. Correctable
10. The word “magnanimous” most nearly means:
a. Selfish
b. Generous
c. Mean
d. Shy.
11. The scientist was known for his meticulous attention to detail in every experiment he conducted.
a. Careless
b. Detailed
c. Hasty
d. Impulsive
12. The politician’s speech was full of __________, which made it difficult for the audience to
understand his real intentions.
a. Clarity
b. Ambiguity
c. Simplicity
d. Certainty
13. The benevolent organisation donated food and supplies to the victims of the natural disaster.
a. Generous
b. Greedy
c. Hostile
d. Selfish
14. Despite many setbacks, she remained resilient and continued to pursue her dreams.
a. Weak.
b. Persistent.
c. Fragile.
d. Inflexible.
15. The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral, fading quickly as night approached.
a. Permanent.
b. Lasting.
c. Short-lived.
d. Endless.
16. The word "perspicacious" means:
a. having a strong and unpleasant smell
b. having a keen understanding and insight
c. being very slow and lazy
d. being extremely happy and cheerful
17. The word "enigmatic" means:
a. easy to understand and explain
b. mysterious or difficult to understand
c. related to the sea or ocean
d. a type of fruit
18. The word "fastidious" means:
a. careful and meticulous in one's work
b. careless and sloppy in one's work
c. quick and hasty in one's actions
d. slow and lazy in one's actions
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19. The word "inane" means:

a. extremely silly or foolish
b. extremely serious or solemn
c. extremely beautiful or lovely
d. extremely boring or uninteresting
20. The word "sagacious" means:
a. having a strong sense of smell
b. having a keen understanding and wisdom
c. being very slow and lazy
d. being very loud and boisterous

Grammar (10 Questions)

21. Choose the correct sentence:

a. Each of the students have completed their homework.
b. Each of the students has completed their homework.
c. Each of the students have completed his homework.
d. Each of the students has completed their homework.
22. What is the correct past tense form of “begin”?
a. Began
b. Begun
c. Beginning
d. Began
23. Choose the correct sentence:
a. She is one of those people who is always late.
b. She is one of those people who are always late.
c. She is one of those people who was always late.
d. She is one of those people who were always late.
24. Select the appropriate verb tense: “By next year, we ____ this project.”
a. Will complete
b. Have completed
c. Will have completed
d. Complete
25. What is the plural form of “analysis”?
a. Analysises
b. Analysises
c. Analysis
d. Analyses
26. Choose the correct comparative form: “This novel is ____ than the previous one.”
a. More interesting
b. Interestinger
c. Most interesting
d. Interest
27. Select the correct preposition: “She is proficient ____ Spanish.”
a. On
b. At
c. In
d. With
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28. What is the correct possessive form of “the teachers”?

a. Teachers’
b. Teacher’s
c. Teachers’s
d. Teachers
29. Choose the sentence that uses the correct subjunctive mood:
a. If he was here, he would help.
b. If he were here, he would help.
c. If he is here, he would help.
d. If he were here, he will help..
30. Choose the correct form of “to lie” in the sentence: “The papers ____ on the desk.”
a. a) Lie
b. b) Lays
c. c) Lain
d. d) Lay
31. Identify the sentence with the correct subject-verb agreement:
a. The group of students are studying for their exams.
b. Neither the teacher nor the students was ready for the surprise test.
c. Every one of the players is responsible for their performance.
d. A number of students have raised concerns about the new policy.
32. “By this time tomorrow, we ___ the project.”
a. will finish
b. will be finishing
c. will have finished
d. will have been finishing
33. Which sentence uses the passive voice correctly?
a. The match won by the home team.
b. The book was reading by me.
c. The cake was baked by my mother.
d. The teacher will explains the topic tomorrow.
34. Select the sentence that contains a misplaced modifier:
a. The cat sat on the mat lazily.
b. Walking through the park, the flowers were beautiful.
c. My friend, who lives in London, is visiting next week.
d. She finished her homework before dinner.
35. Which of the following is an example of a conditional sentence?
a. If I had known about the meeting, I would have attended.
b. She runs every morning before school.
c. He will leave tomorrow.
d. The sky is blue, and the sun is shining.
36. "The student ___ essay won the competition was very happy."
a. Which
b. Whom
c. Who
d. Whose
37. Identify the sentence with correct punctuation:
a. He bought apples bananas and grapes.
b. She said, "I will go to the store later."
c. When I arrived home, my family were waiting dinner.
d. It’s a beautiful day isnt it?
38. Which of the following sentences uses the correct tense?
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a. I was knowing him for many years.

b. By the time you arrive, I will have left.
c. She is living here since 2010.
d. They are working in the project tomorrow.
39. Identify the correct usage of the infinitive:
a. He is too tired to walk.
b. She is planning going to the gym.
c. I want to swimming in the lake.
d. They are interested in to travel.
40. Which sentence contains an error in parallelism?
a. She enjoys reading, writing, and painting.
b. He prefers to swim, hike, and biking.
c. They worked hard, played hard, and rested well.
d. I will either go to the movies or stay home.
e. Answer: b) He prefers to swim, hike, and biking.

Reading Comprehension (10 Questions)

Read the passage and answer the questions:

The abandoned mine was a popular spot for thrill-seekers and adventure-lovers. The entrance was hidden
behind a thick veil of foliage, making it difficult to spot from the outside. Once inside, the air was thick
with the smell of damp earth and decaying rock. As you made your way deeper into the mine, the sound
of dripping water echoed off the walls, creating an eerie atmosphere.

According to local legend, the mine was once owned by a wealthy industrialist who had struck it rich
during the gold rush. However, his fortunes turned sour when the mine began to decline, and he was
forced to abandon it. Since then, the mine had been left to rot, a testament to the transience of human
endeavour.

Despite its abandonment, the mine still held a certain allure. Many people claimed to have seen strange
lights and heard disembodied voices echoing through the tunnels. Some even reported finding old mining
equipment and tools scattered about the floor.

One brave explorer, known only by his handle "Miner123," had ventured into the mine to explore its
depths. He claimed to have found a hidden chamber deep within the mine, filled with glittering crystals
and precious metals. However, his story was met with skepticism by many who doubted his claims.

41. What was the abandoned mine popular for?

a. Its historical significance
b. Its natural beauty
c. Its thrill-seeking potential
d. Its scientific importance
42. What was the smell of damp earth and decaying rock like inside the mine?
a. Pleasant
b. Unpleasant
c. Neutral
d. Unnoticeable
e.
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43. According to local legend, what happened to the wealthy industrialist who owned the mine?
a. He became richer
b. He lost his fortune
c. He sold the mine
d. He died
44. Why did people claim to see strange lights and hear disembodied voices in the mine?
a. Because they were scared
b. Because they were excited
c. Because they believed in ghost stories
d. Because they were bored
45. What did Miner123 claim to have found in the hidden chamber?
a. Old mining equipment
b. Glittering crystals and precious metals
c. A map of the mine
d. A treasure chest
46. What did many people do when they heard Miner123's story?
a. They believed him
b. They doubted his claims
c. They ignored him
d. They laughed at him
47. What is the tone of the passage about the abandoned mine?
a. Positive
b. Negative
c. Neutral
d. Sarcastic
48. Who was Miner123?
a. A local resident
b. A thrill-seeker
c. A brave explorer
d. A historian
49. Why did people visit the abandoned mine?
a. To learn about its history
b. To explore its depths
c. To take photos
d. To get exercise
50. What is the main theme of the passage?
a. The importance of preserving history
b. The dangers of thrill-seeking
c. The allure of abandoned places
d. The power of legend and folklore

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