MCQs on Glimpses of the Past – As part of the updated exam pattern, CBSE has included MCQs in assessments. Below are some multiple-choice questions from Chapter 3, “Glimpses of the Past”, of the Class 8 English Honeydew book, designed to help students prepare effectively. After attempting the free test, students can refer to the answer key provided at the end to verify their responses.
MCQs on Class 8 English Chapter 3 Glimpses of the Past
1. Who is the author of the chapter “Glimpses of the Past”?
a) R.K. Narayan
b) Ruskin Bond
c) Khushwant Singh
d) Vikram Seth
Answer: b) Ruskin Bond
2. What was the historical event described in “Glimpses of the Past”?
a) India’s Independence
b) The First World War
c) The Revolt of 1857
d) The Partition of India
Answer: c) The Revolt of 1857
3. Who were the British officials responsible for the brutal treatment of the Indian soldiers in the chapter?
a) Lord Curzon and General Dyer
b) Lord Mountbatten and General Nehru
c) Lord Canning and General Dyer
d) Lord Dalhousie and General Canning
Answer: c) Lord Canning and General Dyer
4. Which city does the author recall from his childhood in the story?
a) Delhi
b) Shimla
c) Dehradun
d) Mussoorie
Answer: d) Mussoorie
5. What role did the Indian soldiers play in the Revolt of 1857, according to the chapter?
a) They fought against the British to gain freedom
b) They protested for better pay
c) They collaborated with the British
d) They supported the British against other countries
Answer: a) They fought against the British to gain freedom
6. What was the author’s grandfather’s profession?
a) Doctor
b) Teacher
c) Soldier
d) Postmaster
Answer: d) Postmaster
7. What did the British do when they suppressed the revolt of 1857?
a) They offered peace talks
b) They executed many leaders and soldiers
c) They negotiated with the rebels
d) They withdrew from India
Answer: b) They executed many leaders and soldiers
8. Where was the author’s home located?
a) In a village near Delhi
b) Near the hill station of Mussoorie
c) In a big city like Mumbai
d) In Kolkata
Answer: b) Near the hill station of Mussoorie
9. What did the author recall about the surrounding area of his house?
a) A forest filled with animals
b) A railway station
c) Beautiful gardens and landscapes
d) Busy market streets
Answer: c) Beautiful gardens and landscapes
10. What did the author’s grandfather collect in his old age?
a) Old stamps
b) Historical coins
c) Old newspapers and documents
d) Old books
Answer: c) Old newspapers and documents
11. Who among the British officials played a key role in the rebellion’s suppression?
a) Lord Curzon
b) General Dyer
c) General Roberts
d) Lord Dalhousie
Answer: b) General Dyer
12. Which of these historical figures does not feature in the chapter “Glimpses of the Past”?
a) Rani Lakshmibai
b) Bahadur Shah Zafar
c) Mangal Pandey
d) Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer: d) Jawaharlal Nehru
13. The revolt of 1857 is also known as the:
a) First War of Indian Independence
b) Second War of Indian Independence
c) First War of Freedom
d) Rebellion of 1857
Answer: a) First War of Indian Independence
14. Which of these places played a crucial role in the Revolt of 1857?
a) Kanpur
b) Mumbai
c) Kolkata
d) Chennai
Answer: a) Kanpur
15. The British colonial administration referred to the revolt as a:
a) Mutiny
b) War of Independence
c) Mass rebellion
d) Revolution
Answer: a) Mutiny
16. What is the chapter “Glimpses of the Past” about?
a) The author’s personal childhood experiences
b) The history of India’s struggle for independence
c) An incident from the Revolt of 1857
d) The first fight of Indian soldiers
Answer: b) The history of India’s struggle for independence
17. What message does the chapter “Glimpses of the Past” convey?
a) The importance of remembering the past
b) The importance of unity and peace
c) The need for revolutions
d) The fight for personal freedom
Answer: a) The importance of remembering the past
18. Which of the following statements is true regarding the chapter’s tone?
a) The tone is reflective and nostalgic.
b) The tone is humorous and light.
c) The tone is celebratory and enthusiastic.
d) The tone is angry and rebellious.
Answer: a) The tone is reflective and nostalgic.
19. The author reflects on the past by recalling the stories told by:
a) His grandfather
b) His teacher
c) His father
d) His friend
Answer: a) His grandfather
20. Which event triggered the Revolt of 1857?
a) The Sepoy Mutiny
b) The introduction of the Enfield rifle
c) The partition of Bengal
d) The introduction of the railways
Answer: b) The introduction of the Enfield rifle
21. What was one of the main causes of the Revolt of 1857?
a) Religious and social reforms
b) Harsh taxation policies
c) Economic exploitation
d) The introduction of the new rifle cartridges
Answer: d) The introduction of the new rifle cartridges
22. Which of these is not a significant part of the author’s childhood memories?
a) Family gatherings
b) Visits to the nearby towns
c) Playing with friends in the garden
d) Riding the train
Answer: d) Riding the train
23. What role did the Indian soldiers have in the Revolt of 1857?
a) They fought for the British
b) They protested for better conditions
c) They were passive observers
d) They fought against the British for freedom
Answer: d) They fought against the British for freedom
24. What was one of the immediate consequences of the Revolt of 1857?
a) The British introduced reforms to improve conditions.
b) The British government took direct control of India.
c) The Indian kings were given more power.
d) Indian soldiers were rewarded for their efforts.
Answer: b) The British government took direct control of India.
25. What was the emotional effect of the past events on the author?
a) The author felt proud and happy.
b) The author felt sad and nostalgic.
c) The author felt indifferent.
d) The author felt hopeful for the future.
Answer: b) The author felt sad and nostalgic.
26. The chapter “Glimpses of the Past” takes us back to:
a) The 20th century
b) The early years of British rule in India
c) The time of the Mughal empire
d) The late 19th century
Answer: b) The early years of British rule in India
27. The author’s grandfather was particularly fond of:
a) Playing chess
b) Gardening
c) Storytelling
d) Writing letters
Answer: c) Storytelling
28. What was the role of the British East India Company in the Revolt of 1857?
a) It helped suppress the revolt.
b) It played a neutral role.
c) It fought alongside the Indian rebels.
d) It controlled Indian soldiers.
Answer: a) It helped suppress the revolt.
29. Which one of these locations is mentioned in the chapter as a significant event in 1857?
a) Delhi
b) Lahore
c) Calcutta
d) Pune
Answer: a) Delhi
30. What impact did the Revolt of 1857 have on India?
a) It led to the creation of new Indian kingdoms.
b) It unified the Indian population against British rule.
c) It strengthened British control in India.
d) It led to the establishment of independent states.
Answer: b) It unified the Indian population against British rule.
