Class: 8th Subject: Science Medium: Semi-English
Time: 2 hours Marks: 50
Section A: Objective Questions (10 Marks)
Q.1. Choose the correct option: (1 mark each)
1) Which of the following is a unicellular organism?
a) Mango tree b) Cat c) Amoeba d) Mushroom
2) Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
a) Earth b) Venus c) Mars d) Jupiter
3) The process of water cycle includes:
a) Condensation b) Evaporation c) Precipitation d) All of the above
4) The unit of force is:
a) Joule b) Newton c) Watt d) Meter
5) Which gas is used by plants for photosynthesis?
a) Oxygen b) Carbon dioxide c) Nitrogen d) Hydrogen
Section B: Give short answers (10 Marks)
Q.2. (Each question carries 2 marks)
1) What is the difference between physical and chemical change?
2) What are biodegradable and non-biodegradable substances?
3) Define reproduction. Name two types of reproduction.
4) State any two effects of water pollution.
5) Write two uses of friction in daily life.
Section C: Give long answers (15 Marks)
Q.3. (Each question carries 3 marks)
1) Explain the structure of a typical plant cell with the help of a diagram.
2) What is combustion? Explain the conditions required for combustion.
3) Describe the method of separation used to separate a mixture of iron filings and sand.
4) What are the advantages of using solar energy?
5) Explain the working of a simple electric circuit with a diagram.
Section D: Activity / Diagram / Application-based (15 Marks)
Q.4. (Each question carries 5 marks)
1) Draw a neat labelled diagram of the human digestive system and explain the process of
digestion.
OR
2) Write an experiment to prove that chlorophyll is necessary for photosynthesis. Mention procedure
and result.