Question Answers For All Chapters – English Class 8
Solutions
1. Complete the words by filling in the missing letters:
(A) e__hance, fe__ture, l__unch, not__worthy, m__ntor, iden__ify.
Answer: enhance, feature, launch, noteworthy, mentor, identify.
(B) Make as many three-letter and four-letter words as possible from the word CONTEMPORARY.
Answer: Three-letter words from “CONTEMPORARY”: con, men, met, cop, map, nor, not, one, pan, par, pet, rap, ran, ray, ten, top, toy, try, yen, yet. Four-letter words: cone, core, corn, cope, mote, note, open, part, port, pant, ramp, rent, rope, term, torn, type.
2. Make sentences of your own using the following phrases/idioms.
(a) To enhance further: She took an advanced course to enhance further her knowledge of artificial intelligence.
(b) To launch: The company is planning to launch its new smartphone next month.
(c) To create history: P.V. Sindhu created history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic silver medal in badminton.
(d) Push the envelope: The young scientist continues to push the envelope with groundbreaking discoveries.
(e) Week in and week out: He practices football week in and week out to improve his skills.
(f) To come out of: She managed to come out of her difficult situation stronger and more determined.
3. Prepare a profile (fact-file) of P.V. Sindhu using the following points.
- Full Name: Pusarla Venkata Sindhu
- Date of Birth: 1995
- Father: P.V. Ramana
- Mother: P. Vijaya
- Native of: Andhra Pradesh, India
- Started Badminton at Age: 8
- 1st Coach: Mehboob Ali
- 2nd Coach: Pullela Gopichand
- 1st Major Achievement as Junior: 5th Servo All India Ranking Championship (Under-10 category)
- 1st International Win: Bronze medal at the 2009 Sub-Junior Asian Badminton Championships in Colombo
- Honours Received: Padma Shri (2015), Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award (2016)
- Greatest Win (in 2016): Silver medal at Rio Olympics
- Her Great Strength: Dedication, commitment, and never-say-die attitude
4. Answer in short, in your own words:
1. What made Sindhu take up badminton at the age of eight?
Answer: She was inspired by Pullela Gopichand’s victory in the 2001 All England Open Badminton Championship.
2. What were Sindhu’s achievements till she was 14 years old?
Answer: She won titles in under-10 and under-13 categories, including the Ambuja Cement All India Ranking and the National School Games gold medal in the under-14 category.
3. What history was created by P.V. Sindhu in 2016? What was her victory in the following year?
Answer: In 2016, she became the first Indian woman to win a silver medal in badminton at the Rio Olympics. In 2017, she won the India Open Superseries by defeating Carolina Marin.
4. What are the positive character traits of P.V. Sindhu?
Answer: Dedication, commitment, discipline, hard work, and a never-give-up attitude.
5. What role do Sindhu’s parents play during her important matches?
Answer: Her parents, being former volleyball players, supported her journey, motivated her, and provided guidance throughout her career.
6. What message does Sindhu convey in the last paragraph?
Answer: She emphasizes the importance of dedication, commitment, and a positive attitude in achieving success.
5. . Imagine that P.V. Sindhu has recently won very important tournament at
International level. Frame an email on behalf of your school, to congratulate her.
Use the proper email format.
To: pvsindhu@example.comSubject: Congratulations on Your Remarkable Victory!
Dear P.V. Sindhu,
On behalf of our entire school community, we extend our heartfelt congratulations on your recent international tournament victory. Your dedication, perseverance, and sportsmanship continue to inspire young athletes across the country.
Your remarkable achievement has brought immense pride to India, and we admire your relentless pursuit of excellence. We wish you continued success in your future endeavors.
With best regards,[Your Name][Your School Name]
Language Study
2. Pick out the Co-ordinate clauses and encircle the Co-ordinator.
1. She bagged a silver medal and she found a place in the national team.
- Co-ordinator: and
2. P.V. Sindhu is an ace shuttler but she was born to volleyball players.
- Co-ordinator: but
3. You must play well or you lose the first round of play.
- Co-ordinator: or
4. My parents point out my flaws so I can improve my game.
- Co-ordinator: so
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