Worksheet on Nouns for Class 8

Fill in the blank with the correct option:

1. He felt a sudden sharp _______ in his ankle so applied an ointment.

a) twinge
b) sprint
c) flair
d) blare

Answer: a)

Fill in the blank with the correct noun:

2. After a long and emotionally charged discussion, the group experienced a __________, feeling a sense of relief and emotional release as they shared their feelings and reached a collective understanding.

a) admonition
b) catharsis
c) aberration
d) aspiration

Answer: b)

Choose the correct plural of the highlighted word:

3. Writing in her journal became a catharsis for Jane, allowing her to express her innermost thoughts and emotions, providing a therapeutic outlet for self-reflection.

a) catharsis
b) catharsises
c) catharsis
d) catharsies

Answer: c)

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4. A ______________ of entrepreneurs were travelling together in a plane for a business conference when the plane had to be landed for an emergency.

a) cohort 
b) canyon
c) cameroon
d) marshall

Answer: a)

Choose the correct collective noun for the highlighted word to fill in the blank:

5. Arranging a _____________ of toothbrushes in the bathroom cup was an amusing and colourful way to organise the family's oral care essentials.

a) brushel
b) prickle
c) flicker
d) bunter

Answer: b)

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6. The product launch turned into a __________ when a critical software glitch caused widespread malfunctions, leading to a flood of customer complaints and a significant drop in sales.

a) debacle
b) oracle
c) gimmick
d) miracle

Answer: a)

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7. The unexpected disappearance of the valuable artifact presented a ____________ for the museum staff, who struggled to unravel the mystery and recover the priceless item.

a) century
b) sanctuary
c) conundrum
d) collateral

Answer: c)

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8. The military academy emphasised the importance of discipline as a core ___________, instilling in cadets a set of principles and beliefs that guided their actions and decisions.

a) doctrine
b) lustre
c) nemesis
d) hazard

Answer: a)

Fill in the blank with the correct noun:

9. After receiving the rejection letter from her dream university, a sense of _____________ overwhelmed her, and she needed time to process the disappointment and refocus her future plans.

a) sophistication
b) dejection
c) elation
d) marination

Answer: b)

Choose the option that gives the correct opposite gender of the highlighted word:

10. He seemed to be the most eligible bachelor in the neighbourhood.

a) bachelorette
b) maiden
c) famine
d) both a and b

Answer: d)

Identify the type of noun for the quoted word:

11. The cake my mother prepared was very tasty. But my friend did not like it. She must have lost her sense of "taste". (CREST 2021-22)

a) countable noun 
b) uncountable noun
c) both a and b
d) Material noun

Answer: b)

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12. The ____ of ethical hacking involves penetrating systems to improve their security.

a) ethos
b) pathos
c) logos
d) praxis

Answer: d)

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13. A ____ of historians dedicate their lives to uncovering lost civilizations.

a) collection
b) faction
c) connection
d) selection

Answer: b)

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14. His ____ to the study of marine biology has led to significant discoveries about coral reefs.

a) contribution
b) distribution
c) attribution
d) retribution

Answer: a) 

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15. The ____ of quantum computing could revolutionize information processing.

a) advent
b) event
c) avenue
d) adventure

Answer: a) 

Choose the most appropriate form of noun to fill in the blank: 

16. One of the firmest _____________ of my father is that hard work always pays off. (CREST 2022-23)

a) belief 
b) beliefs 
c) believe 
d) believes

Answer: a)

Choose the most appropriate form of noun to fill in the blank: 

17. In medieval times, the ____ was a crucial figure, providing counsel to the ruler.

a) vassal
b) viscount
c) vizier
d) valet

Answer: c) 

Choose the most appropriate form of noun to fill in the blank: 

18. The ____ of the story captivated the audience, leaving them in awe of the intricate plot.

a) denouement
b) dialogue
c) demeanour
d) denomination

Answer: a) 

Choose the most appropriate form of noun to fill in the blank: 

19. The ancient ____ remains a subject of fascination for archaeologists around the world.

a) artefacts
b) anachronisms
c) alliterations
d) allegories

Answer: a) 

Choose the most appropriate form of noun to fill in the blank: 

20. The ____ of the treaty led to a prolonged period of peace between the two nations.

a) ratification
b) rectification
c) recitation
d) rejuvenation

Answer: a) 

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