Worksheet on Adverbs for Class 8

Fill in the blanks with the correct option:

1. He applied his herbal concoction ______ I had the infection.

a) whichever
b) where
c) exactly
d) over

Answer: b) 

2. As a skilled politician, he saw ________________.

a) therefrom
b) by and by
c) over and above 
d) far and wide

Answer: d) 

3. Good literature should be read ___________________.

a) again and again
b) now and then
c) out and out
d) by and by

Answer: a) 

4. After the heavy rainfall, the streets flooded, _____________ causing traffic delays and leading to many people being late for work.

a) gigantically
b) frequently
c) subsequently 
d) conclusively

Answer: c) 

5. The case against the suspect was built ___________ relying more on assumptions than concrete evidence, thereby raising doubts about the validity of the accusations.

a) jerkily
b) flimsily
c) functionally
d) tentatively 

Answer: b) 

6. Despite his careful planning and preparation, John was aware that the weather conditions would ___________ affect the outcome of the outdoor event.

a) invariably
b) probably
c) dynamically
d) insanely

Answer: b) 

7. Jane was exhausted from the long and tedious day at work; _______________, she persisted in completing her workout routine before calling it a night.

a) nevertheless
b) presumably
c) unwillingly
d) persuasively

Answer: a) 

8. The company's new strategy ____________ altered the market dynamics, prompting competitors to reassess their approaches and swiftly adapt to the changing landscape.

a) painstakingly
b) maliciously
c) drastically
d) manually

Answer: c) 

9. Realising the importance of the meeting, he _____________ arrived early to prepare himself mentally, ensuring he could contribute ____________ to the discussion.

a) deliberately, meaningfully
b) purposely, significant
c) purportedly, fairly
d) precisely, absolutely

Answer: a) 

10. Recognising the urgency of the situation, the team _______________ devised a comprehensive plan, swiftly addressing multiple issues while maintaining a high standard of quality and precision.

a) expediently
b) flamboyantly
c) inadvertently
d) incessantly

Answer: a) 

11. Identify the adverb and fill in the blank:

The movie was _______ entertaining. I couldn’t believe we spent 3 hours in the theatre. (CREST 2021-22)

a) ago 
b) too
c) enough 
d) very

Answer: d)

12. The manager spoke _______ to the team, ensuring everyone felt motivated and included.

a) harshly
b) dismissively
c) inspiringly
d) sarcastically

Answer: c) 

13. Shelly _______ waited for the results of the exam, knowing her future depended on it.

a) indifferently
b) patiently
c) carelessly
d) anxiously

Answer: d) 

14. The writer _______ reviewed the feedback from the editor, aiming to improve the manuscript.

a) dismissively
b) reluctantly
c) attentively
d) impatiently

Answer: c) 

15. The CEO spoke _______ about the company's plans, instilling confidence in the investors.

a) ambiguously
b) confidently
c) quietly
d) reluctantly

Answer: b)

16. Choose the most appropriate adverb to fill in the blank:

The Cat is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae and is __________ referred to as the domestic cat to distinguish it from the wild members of the family. (CREST 2022-23)

a) regularly
b) often
c) routinely
d) lovingly

Answer: b) 

17. Jack _______ avoided answering the difficult questions during the press conference.

a) directly
b) eagerly
c) skillfully
d) clumsily

Answer: c) 

18. The explorers moved _______ through the dense forest, alert for any signs of danger.

a) carelessly
b) recklessly
c) cautiously
d) noisily

Answer: c) 

19. Detective _______ examined the evidence, looking for any clues that others might have missed.

a) carelessly
b) superficially
c) meticulously
d) briefly

Answer: c) 

20. Fill in the blank with an appropriate adverb:

They _____________ throughout the year and that is the secret of their success. (CREST 2023-24)

a) come carefully
b) work hard
c) come quickly
d) know quickly

Answer: b)

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