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Xavier's Institution (Panihati)
Model Question Paper 2024-25
Subject: Robotics and AI
Maximum Marks: 60 Class: VIII Time: Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
* Read all five chapters along with the additional Python notes, and practice the exercises from the book
chapters.
* This is a sample question paper for preparatory purposes only.
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Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (10 x 1 = 10 Marks)
1. Modern AI as a concept began in which decade?
a) 1940s b) 1970s
c) 1990s d) 2000s
2. Which of these can NOT be a Python variable?
a) my_var b) MyVar8
c) _myVar d) my var
3. Which of the following is an example of AI in everyday life?
a) Smart assistants like Siri and Alexa b) Traditional landline phones
c) Mechanical clocks d) None of the above
4. The field of AI that enables computers to understand human speech is called:
a) Computer Vision b) Natural Language Processing (NLP)
c) Robotics d) Data Science
5. Which of the following is an autonomous car launched by Google?
a) Waymo b) Tesla
c) Cruise d) None of these
6. Identify the operators:
(i) or (ii) >= (iii) +=
a) (i) Assignment (ii) Arithmetic (iii) Logical
b) (i) Logical (ii) Comparison (iii) Assignment
c) (i) Comparison (ii) Assignment (iii) Arithmetic
d) (i) Logical (iii) Assignment (ii) Comparison
7. AI helps in building trust by:
a) Being completely secretive about its operations
b) Ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability
c) Preventing people from using technology
d) Making unpredictable decisions
8. One of the disadvantages of AI is:
a) Increased efficiency
b) Job displacement
c) Improved accuracy
d) Faster data processing
9. Which of the following is an advantage of AI?
a) Increased manual effort
b) Reduced efficiency
c) Enhanced accuracy and automation
d) Slower decision-making
10. Ethical AI development promotes:
a) Inclusiveness and diversity
b) Exclusivity and limited access
c) Only financial benefits
d) Complete elimination of human jobs
Section B: True/False (5 x 1 = 5 Marks)
(Write True or False for each statement. Each question carries 1 mark.)
11. AI systems cannot learn and improve over time.
12. Machine learning is a subfield of AI.
13. AI is used only in the field of robotics.
14. AI-powered systems can assist in financial decision-making.
15. Human intelligence and AI have the same cognitive capabilities.
Answer: 11. F || 12. T || 13. F || 14. T || 15. F ||
Section C: Fill in the Blanks (5 x 1 = 5 Marks)
(Fill in the blanks with the correct word. Each question carries 1 mark.)
16. The ability of AI to recognize and understand spoken language is called Natural Language
Processing (NLP).
17. The process of AI learning from past data and improving performance is called Machine
Learning (ML).
18. AI is widely used in finance to detect fraudulent transactions.
19. The AI domain responsible for interpreting visual data is called Computer Vision.
20. The term used to describe the ability of AI to make decisions without human intervention
is Autonomous Decision-Making.
Section D: Match the Following (5 x 1 = 5 Marks)
(Match the terms in Column A with their correct descriptions in Column B. Each question carries
1 mark.)
Column 1 Column 2
21. AI in Education a) Self-driving cars
22. AI in Finance b) Automated medical diagnosis
23. AI in Healthcare c) Fraud detection in banking
24. AI in Entertainment d) Personalized learning systems
25. AI in Automation e) Movie recommendations
Answer:
21. AI in Education → d) Personalized learning systems
22. AI in Finance → c) Fraud detection in banking
23. AI in Healthcare → b) Automated medical diagnosis
24. AI in Entertainment → e) Movie recommendations
25. AI in Automation → a) Self-driving cars
Section E: Short Answer Type Questions (10 x 2 = 20 Marks)
26. Define Artificial Intelligence and mention two key features of AI systems.
Answer: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence in machines
that are designed to think and learn. Two key features of AI systems are:
a. Ability to learn and improve from experience (Machine Learning).
b. Capability to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as
reasoning and problem-solving.
27. List any two examples of AI in everyday life.
Answer:
a. Virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa.
b. AI-powered recommendation systems like those used by Netflix and Amazon.
28. Mention two early milestones in AI development.
Answer:
a. 1956: The Dartmouth Conference, where AI was formally recognized as a field of
study.
b. 1997: IBM’s Deep Blue defeated world chess champion Garry Kasparov.
29. Write the output of these print functions in Python
x = “Hello”
y = “World”
a, b, c = 8, 2, 3
i. print(a>b>c) #Answer: False
ii. print(a//c) #Answer: 4
iii. print(x+y) #Answer: HelloWorld
30. What is an algorithm? How does a flowchart represent it?
Answer: An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure or set of rules used to solve a problem
or perform a task. A flowchart is a graphical representation of an algorithm using symbols
to illustrate the sequence of operations.
31. Explain the importance of debugging in Python.
Answer: Debugging is crucial in Python as it helps identify and fix errors in the code,
ensuring smooth execution. It improves program reliability, enhances performance, and
prevents unexpected failures. Tools like print statements, breakpoints, and debuggers assist
in debugging.
32. State the advantages that AI-powered education can provide.
Answer: AI-powered education offers personalized learning, where students receive
customized content based on their pace and understanding. It enables automated grading
and feedback, reducing the workload for teachers. AI-powered chatbots and virtual tutors
enhance engagement by providing instant assistance.
33. Explain two types of skills required for a career in AI.
1. Technical Skills – Proficiency in programming (Python, R), machine learning, data
science, and deep learning is essential for AI development.
2. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills – The ability to analyze complex problems, apply
logical reasoning, and optimize AI models is crucial for building effective AI
solutions.
34. What is the role of data in AI development?
Answer: Data is essential for AI as it helps train models, improve accuracy, and enable
decision-making. AI systems learn patterns and make predictions based on large datasets.
35. How many times will the following loop execute? What will be the final output?
i = 1
while i<=5:
print(i)
Answer: It will run for 5 loops, from i=1 to i=5. Final output will be 5.
Section F: Long Answer Type Questions (5 x 3 = 15 Marks)
36. Differentiate between interactive mode and script mode in Python with examples.
Interactive Mode:
Script Mode:
● Allows executing Python
commands line-by-line. ● Used to write and execute
● Useful for quick testing and complete Python programs.
debugging.
● Python scripts are saved with the
Example: .py extension.
>>> print("Hello, Python!")
Example:
Hello, Python!
# [Link]
print("Hello, Python!")
Run using: python [Link]
37. Write a short program to check if a number is positive or non-positive.
Answer:
x = int(input(“Enter an integer number: “))
if x > 0:
print("Positive")
else:
print("Non-positive")
# Notice: the colon (:) after if/else statement and the indentation in the
following line
38. Write a Python program to add 4 numbers by taking them as inputs.
Answer:
print("Addition of four numbers")
total = 0
for i in range(1,5): # Loop from 1 to 4 (4 iterations)
num = float(input("Enter a number: ")) # Take a number as input
total = total + num # Add the input number to the total
print("Total:", total)
# range(start=1, stop=4 (excludes the last element), increment=1(default))
39. What are the key features of Python?
Answer: Here are five key features of Python:
a. Easy to Learn and Use – Python has a simple and readable syntax, making it
beginner-friendly and easy to write and understand.
b. Interpreted and Dynamically Typed – Python does not require explicit variable
declarations, and code is executed line by line, making debugging easier.
c. Object-Oriented and Versatile – Python supports multiple programming
paradigms, including object-oriented, procedural, and functional programming.
d. Extensive Libraries and Frameworks – Python has a rich set of libraries (e.g.,
NumPy, Pandas, TensorFlow) and frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask) for various
applications.
40. Explain the different fields related to AI and how they contribute to AI
development.
Answer: The main fields related to AI are:
● Machine Learning: Enables AI systems to learn from data.
● Data Science: Provides insights from data using AI techniques.
● Robotics: Integrates AI to create autonomous machines.
● Natural Language Processing (NLP): Helps AI understand human language.
● Computer Vision: Allows AI to interpret and analyze visual data.