SCIENCE QUESTION PAPER
Class 8 – CBSE
Maximum Marks: 80
Time: 3 Hours
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Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each) (16 marks)\
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1. Which of the following metal is most reactive?
a) Gold
b) Silver
c) Sodium
d) Copper
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2. The fundamental unit of life is:
a) Tissue
b) Organ
c) Cell
d) Atom
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3. Which of the following is an example of asexual reproduction?
a) Fertilization
b) Pollination
c) Budding in Hydra
d) Fusion of gametes
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4. The period of adolescence in girls begins at the age of:
a) 10-17 years
b) 10-15 years
c) 11-15 years
d) 10-18 years
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5. The force opposing the motion of an object is called:
a) Gravity
b) Friction
c) Inertia
d) Magnetism
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6. Which device is used to convert chemical energy into electrical
energy?
a) Battery
b) Ammeter
c) Voltmeter
d) Transformer
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7. Which of these objects does not emit light?
a) Sun
b) Moon
c) Firefly
d) Torch
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8. The property of metals that allows them to be drawn into wires is
called:
a) Malleability
b) Ductility
c) Hardness
d) Conductivity
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9. Which part of a cell controls its activities?
a) Cytoplasm
b) Mitochondria
c) Nucleus
d) Ribosomes
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10. Fertilization occurs in:
a) Ovary
b) Uterus
c) Fallopian tube
d) Cervix
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11. Which hormone is responsible for growth during adolescence?
a) Insulin
b) Adrenaline
c) Growth hormone
d) All of the above
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12. The part of the human eye that controls the amount of light
entering is:
a) Cornea
b) Lens
c) Pupil
d) Retina
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13. Which gas is produced during combustion?
a) Oxygen
b) Carbon dioxide
c) Nitrogen
d) Helium
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14. An alloy of iron and carbon is:
a) Brass
b) Steel
c) Bronze
d) Aluminum
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15. Friction is maximum on which surface?
a) Ice
b) Smooth glass
c) Sandpaper
d) Wet floor
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16. The cell organelle responsible for energy production is:
a) Ribosome
b) Nucleus
c) Mitochondria
d) Lysosome
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Section G: Crossword Puzzle (5 marks)\
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Crossword Clues\
Across:\
1. A defect of the eye causing distant objects to appear blurry.\
2. The transparent part of the eye that refracts light.\
3. The condition in which close objects appear blurry.\
4. Type of fire extinguisher using carbon dioxide.\
5. Type of fire extinguisher using soda acid.
Down:\
6. The part of the eye that adjusts its shape to focus light.\
7. The colored part of the eye that controls the pupil.\
8. A gas used in fire extinguishers to put out fires.\
9. A protective layer over the front of the eye.\
10. A condition in which light is focused behind the retina.
(A crossword grid should be included here.)
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Section H: Comprehension Passages (5 marks each) (15 marks)\
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Passage 1: Combustion and Fuel\
Combustion is a chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to release energy
in the form of heat and light. Different fuels, such as coal, petrol, and wood, undergo
combustion, and the efficiency of combustion depends on the fuel used.
Questions:\
1. What is combustion? (½ mark)\
2. Name one fuel used in combustion. (½ mark)\
3. Why is combustion important in daily life? (2 marks)\
4. How can we control unwanted combustion? (2 marks)
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Passage 2: The Braille System and Its Importance\
The Braille system is a method of communication used by visually impaired individuals. It
consists of raised dots arranged in specific patterns to represent letters and numbers, allowing
blind people to read and write effectively.
Questions:\
1. What is the Braille system? (½ mark)\
2. Who primarily uses the Braille system? (½ mark)\
3. Why is the Braille system important? (2 marks)\
4. How has technology improved accessibility for visually impaired
people? (2 marks)
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Passage 3: Balanced Diet During Adolescence\
A balanced diet is crucial during adolescence, as this is a period of rapid growth and
development. A diet rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals helps maintain overall health and
prevents nutritional deficiencies.
Questions:\
1. Why is a balanced diet important during adolescence? (½ mark)\
2. Name one nutrient essential for growth during adolescence. (½
mark)\
3. How does an unbalanced diet affect teenagers? (2 marks)\
4. What are the key components of a balanced diet? (2 marks)
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End of the Paper