Grade 8 Vocabulary & Reading Comprehension Test
Section 1: Vocabulary (25 Questions)
1. Choose the best word to complete the sentence:
The scientist was ______ by the structure of the volcano.
A) disturbed B) fascinated C) disappointed D) depressed
2. What does 'factual' most likely mean?
A) False B) Funny C) Based on facts D) Made-up
3. Choose the word that fits best:
He tried to ______ the jury with his arguments.
A) protest B) persuade C) shout D) dive
4. Which word best completes the sentence?
The ______ ruins attracted many tourists.
A) recent B) silent C) historical D) rural
5. What is the meaning of 'nevertheless'?
A) Because of this B) In addition C) However D) For example
6. Choose the correct sentence:
A) The soldier obeyed the command. B) The soldier commanded the obey. C) The
obeyed command soldier. D) The command obey soldier.
7. Which word is related to sadness?
A) Fascinate B) Impress C) Depress D) Admire
8. What does 'satisfy' mean in the sentence: 'The food will satisfy your hunger'?
A) Cause B) Please or fulfill C) Avoid D) Measure
9. Choose the word that fits:
After the ______, smoke filled the air.
A) exchange B) sculpture C) explosion D) favor
10. Which one means 'to believe someone will do the right thing'?
A) Protest B) Trust C) Debate D) Permit
11. He kept a calm and ______ pace during the marathon.
A) steady B) anxious C) broad D) hollow
12. She told an ______ story that no one believed.
A) ordinary B) incredible C) bland D) strict
13. The children looked at the tiger in the ______ with amazement.
A) palace B) ruin C) shade D) cage
14. A scholar is most likely:
A) A warrior B) A scientist C) A student or researcher D) A musician
15. Which word means the opposite of 'broad'?
A) Narrow B) Thick C) Tall D) Rough
16. The man ______ his income by working extra hours.
A) submitted B) supplemented C) obeyed D) robbed
17. Which best matches the word 'victim'?
A) Helper B) Suspect C) Person who is harmed D) Leader
18. The enemy finally ______ after a long battle.
A) commanded B) submitted C) rescued D) exploded
19. The police officer made a clear hand ______ to stop traffic.
A) scream B) motion C) gesture D) command
20. She was ______ about the exam results.
A) anxious B) eager C) pure D) confident
21. The ______ path through the forest made walking difficult.
A) broad B) narrow C) silent D) smooth
22. A meteor caused a big ______ in the desert.
A) jewel B) statue C) explosion D) sculpture
23. His actions brought great ______ to his family.
A) honor B) pace C) fortune D) mission
24. The dog ______ into the pool to catch the ball.
A) chased B) dove C) loaded D) permitted
25. Choose the best word: He has a very ______ occupation as a heart surgeon.
A) insignificant B) steady C) significant D) illegal
Section 2: Reading Comprehension (10 Passages)
Passage 1
The dragon flew over the castle, breathing steam. The people submitted to his
command. One brave boy sought help and returned with a magic sword made from a
meteor. He killed the dragon and became a hero.
What does the passage mainly describe?
A) A peaceful kingdom
B) A boy who saves the people
C) A trip to the mountains
D) The creation of a meteor
Passage 2
The deer thought his horns were beautiful, but they caused trouble when escaping a
predator. His thin legs, which he disliked, helped him survive. He learned to value
usefulness over appearance.
What lesson did the deer learn?
A) Always run fast
B) Beauty is the most important
C) Useful things matter more than looks
D) Animals are fast
