IEO is not just about scoring marks—it helps students develop strong English skills and become more confident in competitive exams.
WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE
FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 22, CHOOSE THE CORRECT OPTION TO FILL IN THE BLANK
1. ____ is not something I am really interested in at the moment.
A. The news
B. Animals
C. Cars
D. The oceans
View Answer
A
2. I have had this car _____ I passed my driving test last year
A. as
B. so
C. when
D. since
View Answer
D
3. What time ___ the match start tonight?
A. is
B. have
C. does
D. has
View Answer
C
4. My train was meant to have ____ long before now.
A. leave
B. to Leave
C. leaving
D. left
View Answer
D
5. That picture is _____ beautiful, when did you take it?
A. amazed
B. amazingly
C. amazing
D. amazement
View Answer
B
6. The _____ attempt to win the game ended badly and we lost.
A. plucking
B. plucky
C. plucked
D. plucker
View Answer
B
7. It is very difficult ___ them to finish their project.
A. for
B. with
C. about
D. on
View Answer
A
8. She has been waiting to see the doctor ____ noon.
A. since
B. at
C. on
D. for
View Answer
A
9. We can’t finish all that food tonight, so they ‘ll help, ____ they?
A. doesn‘t
B. can
C. will
D. won’t
View Answer
D
10.Geoff said ____ climbing trees.”
A. “ I like
B. ,“ I like
C. .“ I like
D. :“ I like
View Answer
B
11. This place has been ___ the housing market for two years.
A. to
B. by
C. on
D. in
View Answer
C
12. If I ___ you, I’d start studying soon.
A. wasn’t
B. am
C. were
D. will be
View Answer
C
13. There I snow only one school ___ can complete with us.
A. how
B. that
C. who
D. when
View Answer
B
14. It is strange that you brought ___ umbrella with you on such __fine day.
A. an, a
B. no article, no article
C. a, the
D. no article, a
View Answer
A
15. There is a ___ satisfying sound when you hit the ball properly.
A. strangely
B. stranger
C. strangers
D.strangest
View Answer
A
16. This essay is good, but you need to step it ____ a gear if you want better grades.
A. on
B. by
C. in
D. up
View Answer
D
17. I have _____ forward to going out next weekend, especially for the past couple days.
A. been looking
B. had looks
C. seen looking
D. looked
View Answer
A
18. I had no idea we would come up ______ such a great team today.
A. around
B. into
C. against
D. between
View Answer
C
19. As more people got into the swimming pool, it began to get ____ and comfortable.
A. overcrowded
B. excitable
C. dislocated
D. aerobic
View Answer
A
20. If you travel to the ____ of the town, you can see a lot of greenery and animals.
A. periphery
B. crater
C. subway
D. equator
View Answer
A
21. The noise went on and on, and there was no __ until midnight.
A. acclaim
B. care
C. walkthrough
D. respite
View Answer
D
22. The film _____ with a huge fight scene where nobody won.
A. redeveloped
B. concluded
C. bragged
D. engraved
View Answer
B
FOR QUESTIONS 23 & 24 CHOOSE THE PART OF THE SENTENCE THAT HAS AN ERROR
23. Walking through the door into my old house is feeling strange
A. Walking through
B. The door into
C. my old house
D. is feeling strange
View Answer
D
24. Education reforms mean that there is continual developments planned over the coming years.
A. Education reforms mean
B. that there is
C. continual developments
D. over the coming years
View Answer
B
FOR QUESTIONS 25 & 26 CHOOSE THE CORRECT SYNONYM OF THE GIVEN WORD
25. Capitalize
A. Salivate
B. Review
C. Destroy
D. Exploit
View Answer
D
26. Flounder
A. Develop
B. Struggle
C. Laze
D. Prosper
View Answer
B
FOR QUESTIONS 27 & 28 CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANTONYM OF THE GIVEN WORD
27. Nosey
A. Garrulous
B. Disrespectful
C. Indifferent
D. Meddlesome
View Answer
C
28. Prickly
A. smooth
B. Hot
C. Soaking Vein
D. Rough
View Answer
A
FOR QUESTIONS 29 & 30 CHOOSE THE OPTION WITH CORRECT SPELLING
29. What is spelling of the word meaning ‘hard working’?
A. Laborious
B. Labourus
C. Laborus
D. Labourius
View Answer
A
30. What is the correct spelling of the word meaning ‘written instructions’?
A. prescription
B. perscription
C. prosription
D. prascription
View Answer
A
SPOKEN AND WRITTEN ENGLISH
FOR QUESTIONS 31 TO 40 CHOOSE MOST SUITABLE OPTION TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSAATION
31. Salim : I’ve about so much hope of winning as ______ to the moon.
Mother : Don’t worry, you’ll be fine.
A. sailing
B. running
C. walking
D. flying
View Answer
D
32. Homer: Getting back to term timetable after the break _____ rally difficult last week.
A. is
B. was
C. has been
D. was been
View Answer
B
33. Agnes : I practice all the time, so I can be the best.
Sam: yeah, I know I _____ to, But I can never really be bothered to put so much efforts in.
A. must
B. would
C. ought
D. should
View Answer
B
34. carol: ____! I’m sitting right here.
James : Sorry, I didn’t see you there.
A. Stand out
B. Look out
C. shout out
D. Listen out
View Answer
B
35. Hanse : if I were you I think I would study all night if I ____ to.
A. had
B. have had
C. will have
D. have
View Answer
A
ACHIEVERS SECTION
FOR QUESTIONS 36 & 37 CHOOSE THE CORRECT OPTION TO FILL IN THE BLANK
36. I feel I may have misunderstood you ______ you could just repeat yourself for clarification that‘d be great.
A. because
B. and what
C. so if
D. but when
View Answer
C
37. Edwin couldn’t ’t resist ______ a moustache on the picture of the wrestler.
A. to adding
B. from adding
C. adding
D. having added
View Answer
C
38. CHOOSE THE CORRECT SYNONYM OF THE GIVEN WORD
Impetus
A. Discouragement
B. Hindrance
C. Faction
D. Stimulate
View Answer
D
39. CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANTONYM OF THE GIVEN WORD
Profuse
A. Copious
B. Sparse
C. Modal
D. Replete
View Answer
B
40.
CHOOSE THE MOST SUITABLE CORRECT OPTION TO COMPLETE THE CONVERSATION
Headmaster: the new grade 4 teacher is very new.
Teacher : Yes, I’ve heard she is still ___ behind the ears.
A. wet
B. hot
C. shiny
D. dark
View Answer
A
REMEMEBER:
Solving sample papers is one of the most important things students must do during their preparation.
Why is this Exam Important?
Students who prepare seriously gain:
- Improves English Grammar – Strengthens understanding of grammar, sentence formation, and vocabulary.
- Builds Vocabulary – Introduces students to new and challenging words.
- Improves Reading Skills – Helps students understand passages and answer questions accurately.
- Develops Logical Thinking – Many Olympiad questions require careful thinking rather than simple memorization.
- Builds Confidence – Students get experience solving competitive-level questions.
- Encourages Healthy Competition – Students can compare their performance with students at different levels.
- Improves Exam Skills – Helps develop speed, accuracy, and time management.
- Prepares for Future Competitions – Gives students early experience with competitive examinations
- Epresentation and interview skills
Preparation Strategy for Class 6
1. Study the Textbooks Thoroughly
A smart preparation plan is better than simply studying for long hours. Focus on grammar, vocabulary, reading, and regular practice.
1. 📖 Strengthen Grammar
Revise important topics such as:
- Nouns, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs
- Tenses
- Articles
- Prepositions
- Conjunctions
- Subject–verb agreement
- Active and passive voice
- Direct and indirect speech
- Sentence formation
2. 🧠 Build Your Vocabulary
Learn a few new words every day:
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Homophones
- One-word substitutions
- Spellings
- Idioms and phrases
- Prefixes and suffixes
Tip: Don’t just memorize words—use them in sentences.
3. 📕 Practice Reading Comprehension
Read short passages and practice:
- Finding the main idea
- Understanding vocabulary from context
- Identifying details
- Making logical conclusions
4. ✏️ Solve Olympiad Questions
Regularly practice IEO sample papers and previous-style questions. This helps you become familiar with the question pattern and difficulty level.
5. ⏱️ Improve Speed and Accuracy
Set a timer while solving practice papers. After finishing, check every mistake and understand why your answer was wrong.
⭐ Best Strategy
Learn → Practice → Check mistakes → Revise → Take mock tests
The most important thing is consistent practice. Even 60–80 minutes of focused preparation each day can make a big difference.
