Class 8 Science Sample Paper
Time Allowed: 90 Minutes
Maximum Marks: 30
Section A: Objective Type Questions (1 mark each)
Answer all questions. Each carries 1 mark. (6 marks)
1. What is the main source of energy for the Earth?
a) Moon
b) Sun
c) Stars
d) Earth itself
Answer: b) Sun
2. Which part of the plant absorbs water?
a) Stem
b) Leaf
c) Root
d) Flower
Answer: c) Root
3. Example of a non-renewable source of energy is:
a) Solar
b) Wind
c) Coal
d) Hydro
Answer: c) Coal
4. The process by which plants prepare their food is called:
a) Photosynthesis
b) Respiration
c) Transpiration
d) Germination
Answer: a) Photosynthesis
5. Mosquito is a carrier of:
a) Malaria
b) Dengue
c) Cholera
d) Both a and b
Answer: d) Both a and b
6. Which gas is essential for respiration?
a) Nitrogen
b) Carbon dioxide
c) Oxygen
d) Hydrogen
Answer: c) Oxygen
Section B: Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)
Answer any 4 questions. (8 marks)
7. Define evaporation.
Answer: Evaporation is the process by which water changes from liquid to
vapor due to heat.
8. Write two differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources.
Answer:
• Renewable energy sources can be replenished; non-renewable cannot.
• Renewable sources include solar and wind; non-renewable include coal and
petroleum.
9. What is soil erosion? How can it be prevented?
Answer: Soil erosion is the removal of topsoil by wind or water. It can be
prevented by planting trees, using contour plowing, and terracing.
10. Name three microorganisms beneficial for humans.
Answer: Lactobacillus, Rhizobium, Penicillium.
11. What is the role of white blood cells in the human body?
Answer: White blood cells protect the body from infections by fighting
pathogens.
Section C: Long Answer Questions (4 marks each)
Answer any 3 questions. (12 marks)
12. Explain the process of photosynthesis with the help of a diagram.
Answer: Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants make their food
using carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight in the presence of chlorophyll.
Carbon dioxide and water react to form glucose and oxygen. (Diagram
omitted here)
13. Describe different types of soil.
Answer: There are four main types of soil: sandy, clayey, loamy, and peaty.
Sandy soil has large particles and drains water quickly; clayey soil has fine
particles and retains water; loamy soil is fertile and well-drained; peaty soil
contains organic matter.
14. How does the sprinkler irrigation system work? Mention its advantages.
Answer: The sprinkler system sprays water in droplets over crops like rainfall.
It saves water, is suitable for all soil types, and can be used on uneven land.
15. What are vaccines? How do they help in preventing diseases?
Answer: Vaccines are substances that contain weakened or dead pathogens.
They stimulate the immune system to build immunity against diseases
without causing the illness.