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CBSE Board

Class VIII Science

Sample Paper – 1

Term II

Time: 3 hrs Total Marks: 100

General Instructions:

1. The question paper consists of 44 questions and is divided into four sections, A, B, C and

2. All questions are compulsory.

3. Section A comprises of question numbers 1 to 20. These are multiple choice questions

carrying one mark each. You are to select one most appropriate response out of the four

provided options.

4. Section B comprises of question numbers 21 to 30. These are SAQ's carrying two marks

each.

5. Section C comprises of question numbers 31 to 40. These are SAQ's carrying four marks

each.

6. Section D comprises of question numbers 41 to 44. These are SAQ's carrying five marks

each.

SECTION A

Attempt all questions from this section.

1. AIDS is a syndrome caused due to infection by a [1]

(a) Bacteria
(b) Virus

(c) Worms

(d) Protozoa

2. What do we call the storage sacs of the cell? [1]

(a) Plastids

(b) Vacuoles

(c) Mitochondria

(d) Ribosomes

3. Name the rod shaped structures present in the nucleus of the cell. [1]

(a) Genes

(b) Chromosomes

(c) Nucleosome

(d) NucleolusCBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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4. The transformation of larva into an adult is called [1]

(a) Reproduction

(b) Metamorphosis

(c) Transformation

(d) Translocation

5. What term is used for the stoppage of the menstrual cycle? [1]

(a) Ovulation

(b) Menstruation

(c) Menarche

(d) Menopause
6. The sac containing the testis is called the [1]

(a) Testicle

(b) Scrotum

(c) Epididymis

(d) Oviduct

7. Substances which catch fire instantly on exposing to a flame are called [1]

(a) Exhaustible substances

(b) Flammable substances

(c) Inflammable substances

(d)Inexhaustible substances

8. Increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the air causes [1]

(a) Global Warming

(b) Deforestation

(c) Cooling

(d) Asthma

9. For a person on fire, which of the following can be used to extinguish fire? [1]

(a) Paper

(b) Blanket

(c) Wood

(d) Cotton cloth

10. Maximum light emitted by a candle comes from the [1]

(a) Red zone

(b) Yellow zone

(c) Blue zone

(d) Orange zoneCBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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11.Which acids are responsible for the formation of acid rain? [1]

(a) Carbonic acid only

(b) Sulphuric acid and hydrofluoric acid

(c) Carbonic acid and acetic acid

(d)Sulphuric acid and carbonic acid

12.Carbon monoxide when inhaled binds to hemoglobin in the blood and forms a

compound called [1]

(a) Decarboxyhemoglobin

(b) Oxyhemoglobin

(c) Carboxyhemoglobin

(d) Carboxylhemoglobin

13.Which of the following is not a chemical method to purify water? [1]

(a) Use of bromine

(b) Use of Chlorine

(c) Use of Hydrogen peroxide

(d) Filtration

14.Why is it dangerous to touch electrical appliances with wet hands? [1]

(a) Because water is a good conductor of electricity

(b) Because water is a poor conductor of electricity but damages electrical appliances

(c) Because water might get heated up and cause burns

(d) All of the aboveCBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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15.Rahul wants to purchase a house in a country. He has to choose a place among four

countries. The seismographic readings of four countries are shown in the given figure.

Among the given countries, which country should he select for living? [1]

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

16.Two bodies A and B (A bigger than B) are rubbed together. Which of the following

statement is true? [1]

(a) A and B get equal and opposite charges.

(b) A and B get equal and similar charges.

(c) A gets more charge than B but of opposite kind.

(d) A gets less charge than B but of opposite kind.

17.State the number of images of an object placed between two mirrors inclined at 90o to

each other. [1]

(a) 3

(b) 4

(c) 5

(d)Infinite

18.Which part of the eye gives it a distinctive color? [1]

(a) Pupil

(b) Iris

(c) Retina

(d) CorneaCBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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19.The given diagram shows four positions of the Moon in its orbit around the Earth. [1]

The full moon phase is represented by the position labeled

(a) I

(b) II

(c) III

(d)IV

20.Following are pairs of various constellations and the number of prominent stars in

them. Choose the incorrect alternative. [1]

(a) Orion - 3

(b) Cassiopeia - 5

(c) Ursa major - 7

(d) Leo major - 9CBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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SECTION B

21.Write two functions of the plasma membrane of animal cells. [2]

22.

(a) How is the zygote formed in sexual reproduction?

(b) Where does the development of a baby take place in humans? [2]

23.Name the four stages A, B, C and D shown in the below life cycle. [2]

24.What do you understand by adolescence? When does it take place? [2]

25.Can rusting of iron be considered as an example of combustion? Explain the answer

with reasons. [2]

26.How does the quantity of CO2 in the atmosphere rise and become excessive? [2]
27.Name the different types of air pollutants? Give one example of each. [2]

28.Draw the internal structure of the Earth. [2]

29.Select the optical aids among the following: Telescopic aids, Bifocal lenses, Tactual aids,

Auditory aids, Contact lenses, Tinted lenses. [2]

30.Why does the Moon change its shape every day? [2]CBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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SECTION C

31.Draw a labelled diagram of the human ovum. [4]

32.What changes occur in girls and boys during puberty? [4]

33.List any four cell organelles found in animal cells and state their functions. [4]

34.Differentiate between plant and animal cells. [4]

35. [4]

(a) What happens when coal is burnt in an insufficient supply of air in a room with

closed doors and windows?

(b) The use of petrol and diesel as fuels in automobiles is being replaced by CNG. Why?

36.What are the different ways to extinguish fire? Explain. [4]

37. [4]

(a) What are water pollutants?

(b) How are humans affected by water pollution?

38. [4]
(a) Describe an activity to show that charging can be done by rubbing of objects on each

other.

(b) Why should materials not be classified as insulators? Can you suggest a more

appropriate term instead of 'insulator'?

39. [4]

(a) Why is a ray of light considered as an idealisation?

(b) What are the uses of periscopes?

40. [4]

(a) Why do the stars appear to us like point objects?

(b) What is a meteorite? How does it help the scientists?CBSE VIII │SCIENCE

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SECTION D

41. [5]

(a) Name and draw any three human cells having differing shapes.

(b) What are prokaryotic cells? Give one example of a prokaryotic cell.

42. [5]

(a) Name any two organisms which reproduce by budding.

(b) What is a bud?

(c) Draw a neat diagram to show the process of budding in Hydra.

43.Give reasons for the following: [5]

(a) A matchstick can light a tiny splinter of wood but not a big log of wood.

(b) Forest fires occur during the hottest summer days.

(c) Dry leaves catch fire easily but it is difficult to burn a heap of green leaves.

44. [5]
(a) What effects does an electric current produce when flowing through a conducting

solution?

(b) A child staying in a coastal region tests the drinking water and also the sea water

with his tester. He finds that the compass needle deflects more in the case of

seawater. Can you explain the reason?

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CBSE

Class VIII Science

Term 1

Sample Paper - 1

Time: 3 hrs Total Marks: 100

General Instructions:

1. The question paper consists of 44 questions and is divided into four sections, A, B, C

and D.

2. All questions are compulsory.

3. Section A comprises question numbers 1 to 20. These are multiple choice questions

carrying one mark each. You are to select one most appropriate response out of the

four provided options.

4. Section B comprises question numbers 21 to 30. These are SAQs carrying two marks

each.
5. Section C comprises question numbers 31 to 40. These are SAQs carrying four

marks each.

6. Section D comprises question numbers 41 to 44. These are SAQs carrying five marks

each.

SECTION A

Q. 1 Which group of animals does not give us a food product? (1)

A. Honeybee and goat

B. Cow and buffalo

C. Silk moth and oyster

D. Fish and sheep

Q. 2 Identify the correct sequence of events carried out in preparation of soil. (1)

A. Ploughing →Levelling of soil → Watering of dry soil → Breaking the crumbs

B. Watering of dry soil → Breaking the crumbs → Ploughing → Levelling of soil

C. Breaking the crumbs → Ploughing → Levelling of soil → Watering of dry soil

D. Watering of dry soil →Ploughing → Breaking the crumbs →Levelling of soil

Q. 3 Which of the following is false about antibiotics? (1)

A. Antibiotics should be taken only on the advice of a qualified doctor.

B. Taking antibiotics when not needed or in wrong doses may make the drug less

effective when you may need it in the future.

C. Antibiotics taken unnecessarily may kill the beneficial bacteria in the body.

D. Antibiotics are highly effective for curing diseases caused by viruses.CBSE VIII | SCIENCE

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Q. 4 Citrus canker and measles are both (1)

A. Water-borne diseases
B. Insect-borne diseases

C. Air-borne diseases

D. Seed-borne diseases

Q. 5 What is false about deforestation? (1)

A. It reduces biodiversity of the area.

B. It ensures better survival of animals of the area.

C. It uproots several organisms from their habitat.

D. It is carried out by humans to use the land for other purposes.

Q. 6 Which of the following is an endangered species of animals? (1)

A. Dinosaur

B. Asiatic lion

C. Irish deer

D. Hyena

Q. 7 Rayon is chemically made by the treatment of (1)

A. Protein

B. Cellulose

C. Fats

D. Amylase

Q. 8 A comb is an example of (1)

A. Thermosetting plastic

B. Thermoplastic

C. Natural polymer

D. All of the above

Q. 9 Which of the following metals can be easily cut with a knife? (1)

A. Aluminium
B. Sodium

C. Copper

D. IronCBSE VIII | SCIENCE

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Q. 10 A purple colour liquid of a non-metal is applied on wounds as an antiseptic. The nonmetal

is (1)

A. Chlorine

B. Bromine

C. Iodine

D. Carbon

Q. 11 2Mg + O2 2MgO. Which type of oxide is magnesium oxide? (1)

A. Basic

B. Acidic

C. Neutral

D. Mixture of all

Q. 12 Exhaustible natural resources in nature are (1)

A. Limited

B. Unlimited

C. Abundant

D. Not available

Q. 13 Coal burns in air to form mainly (1)

A. Carbon dioxide

B. Carbon monoxide

C. Carbon
D. Water

Q. 14 A box is subjected to two forces as shown in the figure below. In which direction will

the box move? (1)

A. Downwards

B. Upwards

C. Towards the left

D. Towards the rightCBSE VIII | SCIENCE

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Q. 15 The example of contact force is (1)

A. Pulling a rope

B. Magnets attracted to each other

C. Electrostatic attraction

D. Gravitational pull of the Earth

Q. 16 Tools meant for cutting and piercing always have (1)

A. A long handle

B. Smooth edges

C. Sharp edges

D. All of the above

Q. 17 Gym and tennis shoes have soles made of rubber rather than leather because (1)

A. A rubber sole is lighter than a leather sole.

B. A rubber sole can be easily washed and cleaned.

C. Rubber gives better appearance.

D. Rubber provides more friction than leather.

Q. 18 The frictional force exerted by a fluid is called (1)

A. Brag

B. Drag

C. Drab

D. Thread

Q. 19 Sound quality is also termed (1)

A. Pitch

B. Frequency

C. Oscillation

D. Timbre

Q. 20 Sounds having frequencies lower than 20 Hz are called (1)

A. Ultrasonic sound

B. Infrasonic sound

C. Audible sound

D. Periodic vibrationsCBSE VIII | SCIENCE

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SECTION B

Q. 21 What is the relation between deforestation and obtaining fuel? (2)

Q. 22 Differentiate between kharif and rabi crops. (2)

Q. 23 How are the modern methods of irrigation more efficient than traditional

methods? (2)

Q. 24 Mention the important uses of microorganisms in agriculture and medicine. (2)

Q. 25 Plastics are replacing metals in the car industry. Give two possible reasons to support

your answer. (2)

Q. 26 You are given some substances. Just by looking, can you classify those as metals and
non-metals? Which physical property will you be using to classify? (2)

Q. 27 Justify the statement: Coal is formed by carbonisation. (2)

Q. 28 Identify the action as 'push' or 'pull' in each of the instances given below. (2)

(i) A cricket ball hit by a batsman

(ii) Planting a pin on the pin board

(iii) Plucking the nail off the wall

(iv) Picking up a shopping bag

Q. 29 Explain why sliding friction is less than static friction. (2)

Q. 30 What do understand by sources of sound? Give any two examples. (2)CBSE VIII | SCIENCE

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SECTION C

Q. 31 (4)

(i) State any three significant points of a biosphere reserve.

(ii) How does carbon dioxide cause global warming?

Q. 32 (4)

(i) Discuss the working of a sprinkler system of irrigation.

(ii) Draw a well-labelled diagram of a hoe used to remove weeds.

Q. 33 (4)

(i) A farmer has carried out the harvest of his crop. He now wants to store these

grains for a month before selling them to an appropriate buyer. What steps should

he take to store the harvest?

(ii) How does lowering of temperature help in increasing the shelf-life of food?

Q. 34

(i) Explain any three methods of food preservation.

(ii) Name any two common preservatives. (4)

Q. 35 What is meant by biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials? Give examples of

two biodegradable and two non-biodegradable materials. (4)

Q. 36

(i) What is coal?

(ii) ‘Coal is a source of energy’. Explain.

(iii) What is the real source of energy of coal? (4)

Q. 37 (4)

(i) Define balanced and unbalanced forces.

(ii) Which materials are considered brittle? Give two examples of brittle and nonbrittle

substances.

Q. 38 (4)

(i) With the help of diagrams, explain how the use of oil reduces friction between two

surfaces in contact with each other.

(ii) Name two common lubricants.CBSE VIII | SCIENCE

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Q. 39 (4)

(i) Define:

(a) Amplitude

(b) Time period

(c) Frequency

(ii)State whether the following statement is true or false.

Sound can travel through liquids and gases but not through solids.

Q.40 What does LPG stand for? What are the advantages or characteristics which make LPG
a good fuel? (4)

SECTION D

Q. 41 What is meant by sowing? Mention the advantages of sowing with a seed drill. (5)

Q. 42 State at least five beneficial effects of microorganisms. (5)

Q. 43 (5)

The synthetic fibre A is chemically a polyamide, whereas the synthetic fibre B contains a

large number of ester groups. Another synthetic fibre C is made of a polymer which

consists of several glucose units joined one after the other.

(a) Which fibre could be (i) terylene (ii) rayon and (iii) nylon?

(b) Which fibre (A, B or C) is prepared from a natural raw material?

(c) Which fibre (A, B or C) contains the same types of groups as those in a PET jar?

Q. 44

(i) What happens when we rub a plastic object such as a pen or a comb with hair? Which

type of force is operating in this case?

(ii) Why are skis used to glide over snow? (5)