CBSE Class 8 English Grammar Phrases and Phrasal Verbs Worksheet Set 07

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Teacher's Note: Use the key term in your answer.

Answer: 1. His father wished to speak to the headmaster.
2. The wicked vizier loves getting people into trouble.
3. The poor debtor intended to pay back every penny of the money.
4. He dislikes having to punish his servants.
5. Horses prefer living in dark stables.
6. I should hate to do such a thing.
7. Have you ever tried climbing a coconut palm?
8. Thinking good thoughts precedes good actions.

Teacher's Note: A noun phrase here works as a noun, often as the object or the subject.

Answer: 1. Clouds of a grey colour spread over the sky.
2. He dwelt in a hut made of wood.
3. She wore a necklace of diamonds.
4. It was a night full of horror.
5. They went by the railway of Siberia.
6. A meadow covered with grass stretched before us.
7. The pitcher stood on a table with three legs.

Teacher's Note: Write a short, clear answer.

Answer: 1. The pigeon flies with great speed.
2. Did Chris behave in a good manner?
3. Go from this place.
4. The dying replied in a feeble voice.
5. In a gentle manner fell the rain.
6. We will pitch the tents at this very spot.
7. He expects to get promoted in a short time.
8. He built his house at that place.

Teacher's Note: Remember this for your exam.

Answer: 1. We called off the trip because of bad weather.
2. Do you think we can get along without him?
3. He is doing up the house that he has recently bought.
4. Tom Hanks carried off the award for Best Actor.
5. I now call upon Mr John Benson to address the meeting.
6. Let's draw up a list of things we need.
7. He carried on working after everyone else had gone home.
8. The meeting broke up in confusion.
9. Has he got through his first-year exam?
10. We may be cut off if we don't pay the electricity bill today.

Teacher's Note: Learn this point and write it in your own words.

Answer: 1. up; 2. on; 3. out; 4. out; 5. round; 6. off; 7. up; 8. for.

Teacher's Note: Use the key term in your answer.

Answer: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory is a colourful fantasy film based on Roald Dahl's book. Charlie Bucket, a poor boy, finds a golden ticket and visits the mysterious factory of Mr Wonka with four other children. As they tour rooms full of chocolate rivers and magic sweets, the greedy and rude children are punished one by one, and honest Charlie wins the prize. The film has wonderful sets, catchy songs and a lively performance by the actor who plays Mr Wonka. It teaches that kindness and honesty matter more than greed. I enjoyed it very much and recommend it to all children.

Teacher's Note: A model review; students should use their own words.

Answer:
15, Model Town
Delhi
5 August 2025

The Editor
The Daily Times
New Delhi

Sir,

Through the columns of your newspaper I wish to draw the attention of the authorities to the growing problem of reckless driving in our city. Every day many motorists and bikers speed through narrow roads, jump red lights and overtake from the wrong side. Several accidents have taken place near our school, and children are afraid to cross the road.

I request the traffic police to put up speed breakers, fix cameras at the crossings, fine offenders heavily and run road safety programmes. Drivers must also understand that a life is more precious than a few minutes saved.

Thanking you,
Yours truly,
Aman Verma

Teacher's Note: A model letter; use your own details.