Linkers Quiz For Class 7 & 8
Do you have an English exam upcoming? Take this "Quiz For Grades 7 & 8 7 & 8" to practice, and revise your concepts. This quiz contains questions related explicitly to synonyms and linkers that will help you gain mastery over the topic. The quiz has a wide range of questions from easy, moderate, to complex levels. If you can excel in this, then you can be sure that you are well-versed in the topic. All the best!
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Which linker can best connect these two sentences? The official reason for Britain’s declaration of war was the German invasion of Belgium. Britain had undertaken to guarantee Belgian neutrality.
- A.
Whereas
- B.
As
- C.
Although
- D.
Despite
- E.
Though
Correct Answer
B. AsExplanation
The word "As" is the best linker to connect these two sentences because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between them. The first sentence states the reason for Britain's declaration of war, and the second sentence explains that Britain had guaranteed Belgian neutrality. Using "As" implies that the German invasion of Belgium is the cause or reason for Britain's guarantee of Belgian neutrality.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which linker could replace the linker underlined in the text below? Although the British government had no formal alliance with France, it considered it an honor to go to war on France’s behalf.
- A.
Yet
- B.
However
- C.
Therefore
- D.
Despite the fact that
Correct Answer
D. Despite the fact thatExplanation
The correct answer is "Despite the fact that." This linker is appropriate in this context because it introduces a contrasting clause that acknowledges the absence of a formal alliance between the British government and France, but still emphasizes the sense of obligation to go to war on France’s behalf.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Choose a synonym for the linker underlined in the sentence below. The 1904 Anglo-French entente was gradually extended to protect each other’s interests; hence Britain took sides with France against Germany in 1906.
- A.
Thus
- B.
While
- C.
Because
- D.
Also
Correct Answer
A. ThusExplanation
The correct answer is "Thus". This is because "thus" is a synonym for "hence" which is used in the sentence to show cause and effect. It indicates that the extension of the Anglo-French entente led to Britain taking sides with France against Germany.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which linker can best connect the two sentences below? Britain’s first experience of total war inevitably meant the extension of government powers. This was a gradual process, and not immediate as in the Second World War.
- A.
So
- B.
Therefore
- C.
However
- D.
Moreover
Correct Answer
C. HoweverExplanation
The correct answer is "However". This linker is appropriate because it introduces a contrast or contradiction between the two sentences. The first sentence suggests that Britain's first experience of total war led to the extension of government powers, implying a direct and immediate connection. However, the second sentence contradicts this by stating that the process was gradual and not immediate, indicating a different outcome than what might be expected.Rate this question:
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What is the function of the linker underlined in the sentences below? The extraordinary career of Lloyd George can be seen as an effect of World War I. There were, nonetheless, long-term political reasons.
- A.
To add information
- B.
To add emphasis
- C.
To introduce a consequence
- D.
To introduce a contrast
Correct Answer
D. To introduce a contrastExplanation
The function of the linker underlined in the sentences is to introduce a contrast. It is used to highlight the difference between the extraordinary career of Lloyd George being seen as an effect of World War I and the long-term political reasons. The linker helps to emphasize the distinction between these two ideas.Rate this question:
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What is the function of the linker underlined in the sentences below? Overall, the impact of the First World War was complex and contradictory. It is therefore essential to permit a variety of interpretations.
- A.
To add information
- B.
To add emphasis
- C.
To introduce a consequence
- D.
To introduce a contrast
Correct Answer
C. To introduce a consequenceExplanation
The linker underlined in the sentences is used to introduce a consequence. The sentence states that the impact of the First World War was complex and contradictory, and as a consequence, it is essential to allow for a variety of interpretations. The linker connects the cause (the impact of the war) with the effect (the need for different interpretations), indicating a cause and effect relationship.Rate this question:
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What linker can best connect the sentences below? The first World War was, in some instances, an impetus for change. The first world war contributed directly to the expansion of the female workforce.
- A.
Furthermore
- B.
For instance
- C.
While
- D.
Also
Correct Answer
B. For instanceExplanation
The correct answer "For instance" is the best linker to connect the sentences because it introduces an example that supports the statement made in the first sentence. It suggests that the first World War was an impetus for change by providing a specific example of how it directly contributed to the expansion of the female workforce.Rate this question:
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Choose a synonym for the linker underlined in the sentences below. The decline of the Liberal Party is one of the great changes of the period. In fact, the facts and figures are dramatic.
- A.
Furthermore
- B.
Despite
- C.
However
- D.
In Truth
Correct Answer
D. In TruthExplanation
The word "in truth" is the correct synonym for the linker underlined in the sentences. It is used to emphasize or confirm a statement, which is appropriate in this context as it emphasizes the significance of the decline of the Liberal Party and confirms the dramatic nature of the facts and figures.Rate this question:
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Choose a synonym for the linker underlined in the sentence below. The argument that the Liberal demise was inevitable by 1914 is suspect, yet the transformation of the electoral system no doubt increased its likelihood.
- A.
Furthermore
- B.
Despite
- C.
However
- D.
Indeed
Correct Answer
C. HoweverExplanation
The word "however" is a synonym for the linker underlined in the sentence. It is used to indicate a contrast or contradiction between the two clauses. In this case, it suggests that despite the suspicion surrounding the argument, the transformation of the electoral system did increase the likelihood of the Liberal demise.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Choose a synonym for the word underlined below: People were rising against the King's tyranny
- A.
Dictatorship
- B.
Power
- C.
Madness
- D.
Cruelty
Correct Answer
A. DictatorshipExplanation
The word "tyranny" refers to the oppressive and cruel rule of a leader, often associated with a lack of freedom and human rights. "Dictatorship" is a suitable synonym for "tyranny" as it also implies an autocratic rule where power is concentrated in the hands of a single ruler, who exercises control without any legal constraints or democratic processes.Rate this question:
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