MCQ Practice – Class 6 to 10

Q1. The author enjoys driving a car at about _____.

A. 60 miles an hour B. 90 miles an hour C. 70 miles an hour D. 80 miles an hour

Q2. Why does the writer call the aeroplane example "enchanting"?

A. Because he loves flying B. Because it humorously shows the gap between life's problems and technology C. Because it solves all problems D. Because it is very romantic

Q3. Which of the following was NOT one of the corn-merchant's worries?

A. His crops failed due to drought B. His nephew cheated him C. His heart was weak D. His wife spent a lot on a holiday

Q4. According to the essay, what does the fast pace of life mainly disturb?

A. The weather of countries B. The normal rhythm of human life C. The growth of crops D. The movement of planets

Q5. Where does the writer often feel himself in a "hopeless fog"?

A. In the market B. In a classroom C. At a railway station D. In the cinema

Q6. In the essay, the writer mainly objects to the fast pace of _____.

A. sports events B. railway travel C. mental life D. physical machines

Q7. Why does the writer sympathize with the old corn-merchant?

A. He likes to quarrel B. He hates holidays C. He has become rich D. He feels overwhelmed by the fast pace of life

Q8. What does the essay say about the Irish people through the old man's remark?

A. They always speak in riddles B. They reach subtle truths in unexpected ways C. They never tell the truth D. They dislike technology

Q9. What does the essay indirectly advise readers to do?

A. Find a balance between speed and human capacity B. Run faster than machines C. Reject all progress D. Stop watching films

Q10. What is the writer's attitude towards machines in general?

A. They must be destroyed B. They are enemies of man C. They are always dangerous D. They can be useful and thrilling

Quiz – The Pace for Living