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Here is the complete and revised challenging Class 8 Science Sample Paper with the corrected
Section A containing 20 marks.
Science Sample Paper – Class VIII
Maximum Marks: 80
Time: 3 Hours
General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory unless internal choice is provided.
2. The diagram must be drawn wherever necessary.
3. Write clear, logical steps for all answers.
SECTION A – (20 Marks) [All MCQs, 1 mark each]
(Select the most appropriate option.)
1. If a force of 10N is applied on a surface area of 0.25m², the pressure exerted is:
(a) 2.5N/m²
(b) 25N/m²
(c) 40N/m²
(d) 0.025N/m²
2. Which one of these surfaces offers the least friction?
(a) Wet marble floor
(b) Concrete road
(c) Dry wooden plank
(d) Polished wooden floor
3. Which of these is a good conductor for the chemical effects of electric current?
(a) Distilled water
(b) Lemon juice
(c) Kerosene
(d) Sugar solution
4. Which of these is NOT a product obtained from destructive distillation of coal?
(a) Coke
(b) Coal gas
(c) Bitumen
(d) Ammoniacal liquor
5. The process of turning seeds into seedlings is called:
(a) Irrigation
(b) Germination
(c) Weeding
(d) Harvesting
6. Which one of the following is an antibiotic?
(a) Penicillin
(b) Yeast
(c) Lactobacillus
(d) Nitrogen
7. Which disease can be caused by contaminated water containing microorganisms?
(a) Tuberculosis
(b) Cholera
(c) Typhoid
(d) Both (b) and (c)
8. A block is at rest on a rough inclined surface. Which force prevents it from sliding down?
(a) Air resistance
(b) Friction
(c) Normal force
(d) Upthrust
9. When an electric current passes through water, bubbles are seen at the electrodes. What do
these bubbles contain?
(a) H₂ and O₂ gases
(b) Ozone
(c) Air
(d) Carbon dioxide
10. Petroleum is formed mainly from:
(a) Decomposition of trees
(b) Burial of large aquatic plants and animals
(c) Weathering of rocks
(d) None of these
11. Which one of the following is a non-contact force?
(a) Friction
(b) Gravity
(c) Tension
(d) Applied force
12. When a current passes through dilute sulfuric acid, gas bubbles form at the electrodes.
These gases are:
(a) Hydrogen at cathode, Oxygen at anode
(b) Oxygen at cathode, Hydrogen at anode
(c) Hydrogen at both electrodes
(d) Oxygen at both electrodes
13. The type of friction involved in writing with a pen is:
(a) Static friction
(b) Sliding friction
(c) Rolling friction
(d) Fluid friction
14. Which of the following is used as a fuel and lubricant in machinery?
(a) Coal tar
(b) Asphalt
(c) Petroleum
(d) Coke
15. Which microorganism is used in the production of alcohol?
(a) Lactobacillus
(b) Yeast
(c) Algae
(d) Protozoa
16. Which part of the plant takes part directly in the uptake of water?
(a) Stem
(b) Leaf
(c) Root hairs
(d) Flowers
Assertion-Reasoning (Each 2 marks)
17. Assertion (A): Ball bearings are used to reduce friction in machines.
Reason (R): Rolling friction is less than sliding friction.
(a) Both A and R are true; R is the correct explanation
(b) Both A and R are true; R is not the correct explanation
(c) A is true, R is false
(d) A is false, R is true
18. Assertion (A): Excess fertilizers are harmful for crops.
Reason (R): Use of fertilizers increases soil fertility forever.
(a) Both A and R are true; R is the correct explanation
(b) Both A and R are true; R is not the correct explanation
(c) A is true, R is false
(d) A is false, R is true
SECTION B – (10 Marks) [2-mark questions]
19. Define pressure. State its SI unit.
20. State two differences between acidic and basic electrolytes with an example of each.
21. Why is petroleum called 'black gold'?
22. Name any two methods to preserve food grains.
23. State two beneficial uses of microorganisms in agriculture.
SECTION C – (12 Marks) [3-mark questions, Internal Choice]
24. Why is it easier to walk on a rough surface than on a smooth surface? Explain using the
concept of friction.
OR
Why does a sharp knife cut better than a blunt one?
25. With a labelled diagram, explain the process of electroplating an iron object with copper.
OR
Explain why distilled water does not conduct electricity but tap water does.
26. Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable sources of energy with examples from
coal and petroleum.
OR
Explain the principle and working of the sprinkler system for irrigation with a neat diagram.
SECTION D – (20 Marks) [5-mark questions, Internal Choice]
27. Explain in detail how atmospheric pressure can be demonstrated with the ‘can crushing’
experiment. Include scientific reasoning.
OR
A block weighing 20kg rests on the ground. Calculate the pressure exerted on the ground if
the area of contact is 0.5m². If the block is placed on its smaller face of area 0.2m², how
does the pressure change? Why?
28. Explain the complete cycle of crop production and management, starting from preparation
of soil to storage.
OR
Describe an experiment to show that air is essential for combustion. State all observations
and conclusions clearly.
29. Describe the formation of petroleum with a neat diagram. List three mineral products
obtained from petroleum and their uses.
OR
Design an experiment to compare the frictional force on different surfaces and conclude
which provides the least friction.
SECTION E – (18 Marks) [Case-based Questions]
CASE 1 (9 Marks)
A farmer keeps getting poor yield even after sowing high-yield seeds and irrigating the fields
regularly. He uses a certain fertilizer in excess every year and notices change in soil texture,
yellow leaves, and pest attacks.
30(a). Suggest two reasons for the poor yield and propose a solution for each. (3 marks)
30(b). Explain how incorrect fertilizer use can affect microorganisms in the soil. (3 marks)
30(c). Suggest a crop rotation plan to improve soil productivity. (3 marks)
CASE 2 (9 Marks)
A science project investigates the effect of friction on the motion of a toy car. The car is released
to roll down different ramps – one covered with sandpaper, one with polished metal, and one
with cloth. Data collected shows that the car travels different distances each time.
31(a). How does friction affect the distance the car travels? Explain using results from ramps. (3
marks)
31(b). If the mass of the car is doubled, will the force of friction change? Explain. (3 marks)
31(c). Draw a labeled diagram of the set-up and indicate the forces acting on the car as it rolls
down a ramp. (3 marks)
This completes the challenging Class 8 Science paper covering all your requested topics and
format.
If you want, I can also help generate diagrams or solutions for specific parts.