Class VIII – Science
Maximum Marks: 80
Time: 3 hours
General Instructions
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. Marks are indicated against each question.
3. Answer briefly and to the point.
4. Draw diagrams wherever necessary.
SECTION A – MCQs (20 × 1 = 20 marks)
Q1. Which of the following is a Kharif crop?
(a) Wheat (b) Rice (c) Mustard (d) Gram
Q2. Which microorganism is used in the production of antibiotics?
(a) Virus (b) Bacteria (c) Algae (d) Protozoa
Q3. The last remaining species of Asiatic lions are found in:
(a) Jim Corbett (b) Kaziranga (c) Gir Forest (d) Ranthambore
... (Questions up to Q16)
Assertion–Reason (Q17–Q20)
Q17. Assertion: Farmers add fertilizers to the soil.
Reason: Fertilizers supply essential nutrients to plants.
(a) A (b) B (c) C (d) D
Q18. Assertion: Sound travels faster in solids than gases.
Reason: Particles in solids are closely packed.
(a) A (b) B (c) C (d) D
Q19. Assertion: Petroleum is called "black gold."
Reason: It is black in colour and very valuable.
(a) A (b) B (c) C (d) D
Q20. Assertion: Friction is always harmful.
Reason: Friction causes wear and tear of machines.
(a) A (b) B (c) C (d) D
SECTION B – Very Short Answer (6 × 2 = 12 marks)
Q21. Write two advantages of crop rotation.
Q22. Name two diseases caused by viruses in humans.
Q23. Define wildlife sanctuary and give one example.
Q24. Why is LPG considered a better fuel than coal?
Q25. Name the electrode used in electroplating a silver spoon with silver.
Q26. State two examples where force is applied without contact.
SECTION C – Short Answer (10 × 3 = 30 marks)
Q27. Explain the role of fertilizers and manures in crop production.
Q28. Write three uses of microorganisms in our daily life.
Q29. Differentiate between National Park and Biosphere Reserve.
Q30. Write three ways in which coal is harmful to the environment.
Q31. What happens when electric current is passed through water? Explain with diagram.
Q32. State Newton’s Third Law of Motion with one example.
Q33. Mention three advantages of friction.
Q34. Write three methods to reduce friction.
Q35. Define amplitude, frequency, and time period of a sound wave.
Q36. Why is sound unable to travel in vacuum? Explain with an activity.
SECTION D – Long Answer (4 × 5 = 20 marks)
Q37. (a) Differentiate between Kharif and Rabi crops with examples.
(b) Explain the basic practices of crop production.
Q38. (a) Write two harmful effects of microorganisms.
(b) Explain how food preservation is done by refrigeration, pasteurisation, and preservatives.
Q39. (a) Write short notes on Petroleum and Natural gas.
(b) Mention two steps to conserve fossil fuels.
Q40. (a) Explain with examples the different types of friction.
(b) A boy applies a force of 200 N on a box of area 2 m² placed on the ground. Calculate the
pressure exerted.
Marking Scheme
Section A: 20 × 1 = 20 marks
Section B: 6 × 2 = 12 marks
Section C: 10 × 3 = 30 marks
Section D: 4 × 5 = 20 marks
Total = 80 Marks