Unit - 8 : A Short Monsoon Diary — ENGLISH (NCERT) STD 8 — Question

I had a close shave this morning when a speeding car unexpectedly swerved Into my lane. (shaving with great care, narrow escape, great experience)

We were a little late leaving the house, but we're on our way! (at a long distance, in the process of travelling, quite near)

We were a little late leaving the house, but we’re on our way! (at a long distance, in the process of travelling, quite near)

The blackest cloud squatted over the city. (showered over, flew over. settled down over)

The flight has been delayed one hour, due to weather conditions. (so that, because of as a result)

Always try to keep your head when others are panicking. (be happy, feel merciful, remain calm and sensible)

I will keep myself away In this matter, you can carry It on if you wish. (bring end to It, continue It, hand It over to someone)

These plans are destined to fail as they have been chalked out unscientifically. (sure to, likely to, uncertain to)

The rain poured down in a torrent, but by and by, the clouds thinned and the sun eventually came out again. (after a while, in a long run, without any sign)

KnowIng the facts about her, his head reeled. (he was happy, he was shocked and confused, he became suspicious)