8.Quetions Bank

8.Quetions Bank
Dav Public Schools.PGC Campus.
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Section A. Sample Paper
Page.1.S.St. Weekly Test.
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SAMPLE  TEST
SESSION : 2018 – 2019
Clas VIII.  Maximum Marks : 40
Subject : S. Sc.  Time : 60 Minutes
General Instructions :-   
This question paper contains ______ printed pages.
All questions are compulsory.
Marks for each question are indicated
Civics.(10 Marks)
Q.1Tick the correct option.(1×2=2)
1.A.Freedom of religion makes India a-
(a)Socialist state (b)Sovereign state (c)Secular state (d)Republic
B.The constituent Assembly of India consisted of-
(a)directly elected members. (b) indirectly elected numbers.
(c)members nominated by the Queen.(d)members nominated by Governor-General of India.
2.Fill in the blanks.                                           (1×2=2)
1.-----is the basic unit of society.
2.India has a single ---judicial system.
3.Answer the following questions.                   (2×3=6)
1.Write three examples to prove that Indian Constitution is quite dynamic.
2.Explain the procedures of amending the Indian Constitution.
3.Describe any two salient features of the Indian Constitution.
Geography (15 Marks)
1.Write a technical term or appropriate word for each of the following statements.(1×2=2)
(a) It is formed by decomposed parts of plants and animals -----------------.
(b) A project which serves various purposes at the same time ------------------
2. Why is there a need of resource planning give the two points ? 2 Marks
3. Which are three resources essential to our life. 3 Marks.
4.Suggest any three steps to conserve soil. (1×3=3)
5. Name the factors which determine the utilisation of resources.(2+3=5)
6. Why are forests important to us ? 3 Marks
History (15 Marks)
1.The date of which Mughal ruler marks the beginning of modern period in Indian history? 1
2. When did Vasco da Gama land in India.? 1Marks
3. How was the Battle of Buxar beneficial for the British in Bengal? Explain its importance in Indian history? 3 Marks.
4.How did Hyder Ali beat the English at their own game during the first Anglo Mysore war ? explain.  3 Marks.
5. Explain the root cause of conflict between the English and the Marathas .How did the third Anglo Maratha war decide the fate of the Marathas?     3 
Marks.
6. What was the immediate cause of the Great Revolt of 1857? 3 Marks.
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Section B. Sample Paper
Page.2.S.St. Mid Term Periodic Test.
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Dav Public Schools
Pre Mid Term / Periodic Test
SESSION (2018 – 2019).
Set 1.
Class  VIII                Maximum Marks: 50
Subject :    S.Sc      Time :      80 minutes
General Instructions:-
This question paper contains 2  pages.
All questions are compulsory.
Marks for each question are indicated against it.
Civics (16 Marks)
(1).Tick the correct option.     1×2=2
(i)Writs can be issued by
(a)a district court            (b)a Gram panchayat 
(c)a civil court                 (d)a High court
(ii)The Fundamental Right that came into existence in 2002 is the-
(a) Right to Equality         (b)Right to Education
(c) Cultural and Educational Rights (d)Right to Freedom of Religion
(2).Fill in blanks.                                                                      1×2=2
(a)Freedom of ---does not mean that there is no check at all on your religious activities.(b)Right to work has been implemented for the rural unemployed under ------
(3).Write True or False  for the following statements.           1×2=2
1.Mohan is a Gujrati but lives in the Punjab and has a dual citizenship ---------
2.India is a sovereign and socialist state but not secular-----------
(4).Answer the following questions.                                       3×2=6
1.Explain the Right to Freedom of religion.
2.Mention any three Directive Principles of State Policy that have been implemented.(5).Answer the following question.                      4×1=4
1.Explain any four provisions given under the ‘Right to Eqality’.
Geography  (17 Marks)
1.Fill in the blanks.                              1×3=3
(a) ___ resources can be used again and again after processing.
(b) Developed countries are economically self sufficient and ___advanced.
(c) To maintain ecological Balance, ______ % of the land should be under forest.
2.Why are human beings considered as the most important resource for devlopment (3)
3.Mention the causes of soil erosion.                                              (3)
4.What is Sustainable development?  Why it is required?                                 (3)
5. Explain hydrological cycle with the help of diagram.                                     (5)
History (17 Marks)
1.Where is Gandhi Samriti  located in Delhi ?                                                      (1)
2.What was the biggest source  of income for the company?                          (1)
3.When was the Zamindari system introduced in Bengal ?                               (1)
4.Who was Birsa Munda? How did he improve the conditions of tribals ?     (3)
5.How was Battle of Buxar beneficial for the British in Bengal ? Explain its importance in the history of India.                                                                      (3)
6.How was Indian treated by the Europeans in India ?                                       (3)
7.Briefly explain the three types of land revenue settlements introduced by  (5)
the British in India.
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D.A.V. PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Post Mid –Term Examination 2019–2020.
Class: VIII.Time  : 80 Minutes
Subject : Social Studies. (History) FM    50
Set - 2.
General Instructions
a. All Questions are compulsory
b. Place the right question number against each answers.
Section –A (History) (17 Marks)
Q.1. Who founded the Indian Association?       (1)
(a) Surendra Nath Banerjee   (b)  A O Hume    (c) Tilak           (d) Mahtama Gandhi.
Q.2. Where was the first session of Indian National Congress held  ?   (1)
(a)  Calcutta              (b) Bombay                (c) Madras      (d) Delhi
Q.3.Who led the Revolt of 1857 at Aara in Bihar ?              (1)
(a)  Mewar         (b) Hyderabad              (c) Awadh                         (d)  Bengal
Q.4.Who were the Radicals, how they were different with Moderates ?(3)
Q.5.What was the role of Swami Dayanand in reforming the society?
Q.6.Which methods were adopted by the Moderates in Nationalist Movement(3)
Q.7.Why was the Rowlatt Act Satyagrah launched ?  (5)
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Section C. Sample Paper
Page.3.S.St. Mock Test.
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Dav Public Schools
Mock Test Set-2
SESSION – 2018 – 2019.
Class:VIII            Maximum Marks: 80
Subject:S.Sc       Time : 80 Minutes
General Instructions:-
This question paper contains ______ printed pages.
All questions are compulsory.
Marks for each question are indicated against it
(Teachers may add other instructions if required.)
Geography (27Marks)
Q1: What do you mean by conventional sources of Energy?        (1)
Q2:  What is extensive agriculture?       (1)
Q3: What do you mean by Agro-based industry?         (1)
Q4:Why is there a need for resources planning? Give any three reason.   (3)
Q5:Why is soil considered an important resource?Give reason.     (3)
Q6:Why are the Tropical Rain forest known as Evergreen forest? (3)
Q7: Distinguish between a national park and a wildlife sanctuary.  (3)
Q8: Suggest any five measures to conserve minerals and energy resources. (5)
Q9:Why is Bengaluru called The silicon valley of India? Explain. (5)
Q10:On an outline political map of  India locate the states where the following iron and steel plants are situated.(2)
(a) Bhilai  steel plant      (b) Durgapur steel plant
Civics ( 26 MARKS)
A.Answer in one word. 1×4=4
1.Under article 17 which social practice has been abolished for social equality.
2.What is the term of Rajya Sabha members?
3.What is the retirement age of the judges of High Court?
4.Who was the chairman of Second Backward Class Commision?
B.Answer the following questions in brief.    3×4=12
1.Explain the significance of the  Fundamental Rights in our day to day life.
2.Differentiate between the real the nominal executive of India.
3.Describe the composition of Criminal Courts and Revenue Courts.
4.Mention any three elements which are essential for making a successful demcracy.
C.Answer the following questions.                5×2=10
1.Compare the conditions of Adivasis of India during pre and post independence era.
2.Briefly describe any five powers and functions of the Supreme court of India
History(27Marks)                                                                          
Q.1.Who presided over the Lahore session of Indian National Congress in 1929.( 1)
Q.2.Who founded the Indian Association in Calcutta.                 (1)                  
Q.3.Describe the Urbanization of Delhi by the British in India.                         
Q.4.What were the main provisions of wood’s despatch of 1854? Explain. (3)
Q.5.Why was self respect movement started by Periyar e v Ramaswami? Explain any three key features of this moment.  (3)
Q.6.What were the two main objectives of sending the Simon Commission to India? Why did the Congress decide to oppose it?  (3)
Q.7.Why did Mahatma Gandhi start the Dandi March?How did it become a second mass movement?                             (  3)
Q.8.Socio religious Reform movements brought remarkable changes in the Indian society. Give any five examples in support of the above statement.    (5)
Q.9.State any four changes that were brought about by the Reform movements in the Indian society.                                                  (5)

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Section C. Sample Paper
Page.4.S.St. Unit / MCQ Test.
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8.Class.Unit Test 21- 22
MCQ. Set 1.Google Form.
Class- VIII. Subject  :  S.St.
Full  Marks 40.
Question Paper Unit Test 1,
Session : 2021-2022.
History 15 Marks
Geography 15 Marks
Civics. 10 Marks
A.      Multiple choice questions:                                                   1x20 =20 Marks
Civics ( MCQ 7 Marks)
Q.1. The concept of parliamentary type of government in India has been taken from the Constitution of    (1)
a. Britain
b. Canada
c. Us
d. Ireland
Answer : a. Britain
Q.2. In a Parliamentary form of Government.  (1)
a. The executive is answerable to the parliament.
b. There is no relationship between the legislature and the executive.
c. The president enjoys real powers as the head of the state.
d. The Council of Ministers can be dismissed by the president.
Answer : a. The executive is answerable to the parliament
Q.3. The concept of fundamental rights has been taken from the Constitution of:      (1) 
a. USA
b. Canada
c. Ireland
d. Belgium.
Answer : a. USA
Q.4. The Constituent Assembly of India consisted of:             (1)
a. Directly elected members.
b. Indirectly elected members.
c. Members nominated by the queen.
d. Members nominated by Governor General of India.
Answer : b. Indirectly elected members
Q.5. Most of the provisions of Indian constitution can be amended by:     (1)
a. Simple majority
b. Special majority
c. Special majority with ratification by the state legislature.
d. Simple majority with ratification by the state legislature.
Answer : b. Special majority
Q.6. Freedom of Religion makes India  (1)
a. Socialist state
b. Sovereign state
c. Secular state
d. Republic
Answer : c. Secular state
History. ( MCQ 6 Marks )
Q.7.When did Vasco da Gama come to India?
a. 1495
b. 1496
c. 1497.
d. 1498.
Answer : d. 1498.
Q.8.The British  trading centers were known as
a. Factories
b. Industries.
c. Godowns
d. Workshops
Answer : a. Factories
Q.9.Which European introduced the policy of Divide and Rule?
a. France
b. England
c. Denmark
d. Portugal
Answer : b. England.
Q.10.Whose Country trading company name was East India Company?
a. France
b. Denmark
c. England
d. Portugal
Answer : c. England
Q.11.Who wrote the Kesari ?
a. Tilak
b. Subhas
c. M.K. Gandhi
d. J. L. Nehru.
Answer : a. Tilak
Q.12.Where is the Gandhi Smriti located?
a. Patna
b. Delhi
c. Calcutta
d. Madras.
Answer : b. Delhi
Q.13.Who is the writer of Anandmath?
a. Bankim Chandra
b. M.K.Gandhi.
c. Ghokhle
d. J.L Nehru.
Answer : a. Bankim Chandra
Geography ( MCQ 7 Marks)
14. Which one of the following resources can be recycled?
a. Gold
b. Coal
c. Land
d. Natural gas
Ans:-a. Gold
15. Available resources which are not being tapped fully for the time being are called:-
a. Actual resources
b. Man -made resources
c. Biotic resources
d. Potential resources
Ans :- d. Potential resources
16. Resources which take a longer period of time (million of years) to be renewed are known as:-
a. Exhaustible resources
b. Inexhaustible resources
c. Potential resources
d. Actual resources
Ans:-a. Exhaustible resources
17. Those resources which have been thoroughly surveyed and their quantities are ascertained is called-
a. Natural resources
b. Man -made resources
c. Actual resources
d. Potential resources
Ans :- c. Actual resources
18.  All the biotic resources include:-
a. Living things
b. Non -living things
c. In -exhaustible resources
d. Exhaustible resources
Ans :-  a. Living things
19. Future generations will depend on solar energy because it is :-
a. Biotic resource
b. Man- made resource
c. Inexhaustible resource
d. Non -renewable resource
Ans :-c. Inexhaustible resource
20. Resources created by human beings to satisfy their needs are known as:-
a. Natural resources
b. Man -made resources
c. Actual resources
d. Potential resources
Ans :- b. Man -made resources
B. Fill up the gap by choosing the right option  :           5x2=10 Marks
Q.21. England is not a Republic because the head of the state is-------:
a. Hereditary king/ queen
b. President
Answer : A ( hereditary king /queen)
Q.22.The British passed the Vernacular Press Act in----
a. 1879
b. 1878
Answer 1878.
Q.23.The Indian National Congress was established in ------
a. 1884
b. 1885.
Answer :  1885.
Q.24 ________can be used again and again after processing.
a. Metal
b. Non- metal
Ans:- a. Metal
Q.25. Developed countries are economically self sufficient and ___advanced.
a. Technologically
b. Scientifically
Ans:- a. Technologically.
C. Right True or False :                                                   5x2=10 Marks.
Q.26.India is a Sovereign and Socialist state but not secular
a. True
b. False
Answer :  C. False
Q.27.Mahtama said ‘ I will give you freedom ‘
a. True
b. False
Answer :  b. False
Q.28.The Unhappy India was written by Lala Lajpat Rai
a. True
b. False
Answer :  a. True
Q.29. Conservation means sustainable and optimum utilisation of resources.
a. True
b. False
Ans :-a.True.
Q.30. All the things on earth which are necessary for our existence on this planet, are called resources.
a. True
b. False
Ans :-a. True.
Typology.
Class- VIII
Multiple choice type questions:- (7×1=7)
Section B Fill in the blanks:-(2×2=4)
True and false type questions:- (2×2=4)
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8.Class.
Pre Mid Term. Unit / MCQ.20- 21.
Set 2.
Q.1.When did the Battle of Plassey take place?
A.1756 B.1757 C.1758 D.1759
Q.2.When did the Battle of Buxar take place?
A.1762 B. 1763 C.1764. D.1765
Q.3.Who wrote the Kesari?
 A.M.K. Gandhi  B.Jawaharlal Nehru C.Tilak D.Subhas
Q.4.Where is  the Gateway of India situated?
A.New Delhi B.Mumbai C.Kolkota D.Chennai
Q.5.When did Vasco da Gama come to India?
A.1496 B.1497 C.1498 D.1499
Q.6.Whose work is My Experiment With Truth?
A.Dr. Rajendra Prasad B.Dr.B.R.Ambedkar C.M.K. Gandhi D.Subhas Chandra Bose
Q.7.Who accepted the policy of Divide and Rule policy to rule in India?
A.British B.French C.Dutches D.Indians
Q.8.Who was the real founder of British Empire in India?
A.Robert Clive B.Dupleix C.Vasco da Gama D.Warren Hastings
Q.9.Who was the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru B.Dr.B.R.Ambedkar C.Dr.Rajendra Prasad D.Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Q.10.When the constitution of India was enforced?
A.26 November,1949 B.15th August1947 C.26 January1950 D.14th November1949
Q.11.Most of the provisions of Indian constitution can be amended by
A.Simple majority B.Special majority C.Special majority with ratification by the State Legislature D.Simple majority with ratification by the State Legislature
Q.12.Freedom of Religion makes India
A.Socialist state B.Sovereign state C.Secular State D.Republic
Q.13.The Fundamental Right that came into existence in 2002 is the
A.Right to Equality B.Right to Education C.Cultural and Educational Rights D.Right to Freedom of Religion.
Q.14. Identify the Directive Principle based on the Gandhian philosophy.
A. Equal pay for equal work for both men and women B. To organise village panchayat C.To promote heavy industries D.To promote international peace.
Q.15. Which of the following subjects come under the union list?
A.Foreign affairs B.Forests C.Drugs and medicines D.Information technology
Q.16.During Lok Sabha elections, reserved Constitutencies are meant for
A.Minority community B.The disabled and handicapped C.Women only D.Scheduled castes and Scheduled tribes.
Q17. Which one of the following resources can be recycled?
A.Gold B.Coal C.Land D.Natural gas
Q.18 Available resources which are not being tapped fully for the time being are called-
A.Actual resources B.Man-made resources C.Biotic resources D Potential resources
Q.19 Future generations will depend on Solar energy because it is-
A.Biotic B.Man-made C.Inexhaustible D.Non-renewable
Q.20.Which of the following is not in favour of multipurpose river valley projects?
A.Control floods B.Generate hydroelectricity C.Large scale displacement of people D.Provide water for irrigation
Q.21.Which factor is more responsible for the quick formation of soil in Rajasthan?
A.Soluble rocks B.Vegetation cover C.Extreme difference in day and night temperature D.Rainfall
Q.22 Which is the main source of fresh water?
A.Rainfall B.River C.Ocean D.Glacier
Q.23 The most common trees of Tropical Deciduous forests are
A.Ebony and Mahogany B.Sal and Teak C.Cork and Olive D.Oak and Chestnut
Q.24 Trees of Mediterranean Forests are have-
A.Broad leaves B.Needle shaped leaves C.Spiny and Waxy leaves D.Small size leaves
Q.25 Which term is used for the plant community which grows without human interference?
A.Plantation B.Natural Vegetation C. Agriculture D. Gardening

8.Class.Unit Test 20- 21
MCQ. Set 2

Q1.Who led the Revolt of 1857 in Bihar.
A.Nana Saheb
B.Kunwar Singh.
C.Tantiya Tope.
D.Laxami Bai.
Q.2.Which northern sate signed the Subsidiary Alliance?
A.Kanpur.
B.Allahabad.
C.Awadh.
D.Gwalior.
Q3.Who remained loyal to the British during the Sepoy Mutiny.
A.Nizam.
B.Sikhs.
C.Scindia.
D.All of these.
Q.4.Who was  the Governor General after the Revolt of 1857?
A. Lord Canning.
B.Lord Daihousie.
C.Warren Hastings
D.Lord Curzeon.
 Q.5.Whose Governor General’s policy was Doctrine of Lapse?
A.Lord Curzon.
B.Lord Canning.
C.Lord Dalhousie.
D.Warren Hastings.
Q.6.Where is the Gandhi Smriti located?
A.Puna.
B.Allahabad.
C.Delhi
D.Sabarmati.
Q.7.In which language Amrit Bazar Patrika was  published?
A.Marathi
B.Gujarati
C.Bengali.
D.English
Q.8.Where was the last Mughal ruler Bahudar Shah Zafar sent?
A.Rangoon
B.Andaman
C.Canada.
D.Japan..
Q.9.Who said “,As long as women of India do not take part in public life ,there can be no salvation for the country”?
A.Mahatma Gandhi
B. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
C. Subhash Chandra Bose
D. Dr B R Ambedkar.
Q.10.Which state has the largest number of constituencies in  Lok Sabha
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Bihar
D. Rajasthan
Q.11. How many members of Rajya Sabha are nominated ?
A.Two  
B.Three    
C.Twelve       
D.Ten       
Q.12. Which one of the following statements about the Indian parliament is true ?
A. It is the highest law making body of India
B. It controls the union executive as well as the judiciary.
C. All the members of parliament are elected for a term of five years.
D. Indian Parliament is unicameral.
Q.13. Who among the following is the head of the union government ?
A. The Prime Minister
B. The president of India
C. The vice president of India
D. The Chief Justice of India.
Q.14. Which one of the following statements is true ?
A. The Union Home Minister acts as a link between the president and the cabinet.
B. The Vice President of India is not entitled to all the powers and privileges due to the President even if he is officiating.
C. All the members of Rajya Sabha are entitled to vote in the  presidential election.
D .The President of India is an integral part of Indian Parliament.
Q.15.The President can dissolve the Lok Sabha on the advice of-
A.The speaker of Lok Sabha
b.The Chairman of Rajya Sabha
C. The Union Council of ministers
D .The  Prime Minister of India.
Q.16. In case of certain emergency situations, the president can sanction money to the government out of
A. Emergency fund
B. Contingency fund
C. Army welfare fund
D. Consolidated fund
Q.17.Which one of the following is the best quality of coal?
a) Lignite
b) Bituminous
c) Peat
d) Anthracite
Q.18.Petroleum is not extracted from the oilfields of North Sea by-
a) United Kingdom
b) Denmark
c) Norway
d) Sweden
Q.19.Which rock is the example of soft rock?
a) Granite
b)Basalt
c) Quartzite
d) Limestone
Q20.Which one is the solid mineral fuel?
a) Diamond
b) Iron
c) Coal
d) Natural gas
Q.21.Which one is obtained from bauxite ore?
a) Copper
b) Aluminium
c) Mica
d) Manganese
Q.22. Which one is the example of artificial fibre?
a) Cotton
b) Jute
c) Rayon
d) wool
Q.23. Which one is a beverage crop?
a) Tea
b) Sugarcane
c) Wheat
d) Maize
Q.24.Slash and burn practice of agriculture is also known as-
a) Plantation agriculture
b) Intensive subsistence agriculture
c) Shifting agriculture
d) Extensive agriculture
Q.25. What is the rank of India in rice production in the world?
a) First
b) Second
c) Third
d) Fourth
Additional Question.
Q26.Who amongst the following are the nomadic herders of the Himalayan area?
a) Bhotiyas
b) Munda
c) Siddi
d) Jarawas



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Section C. Sample Paper
Page.5.S.St. Map Skill Test.
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Map Skill Test ,Class VIII
Geography, Full Marks- 10
Chapter- 1,Chapter- 2,
Q1.Locate these River Valley Projects in a political map of India. Attempt any five.
(a).Bhakara Nangal - Punjab, Haryana,Rajasthan,Satluj
(b).Chambal Valley River Priject- Chambal
(c).Hirakund- Mahanadi longest dam
(d).Kosi - Kosi,Nepal,Bihar
(e).Farakka- Ganga,West Bengal
(f).Sardar Sarovar- Narmada,Gujarat,
(g).Nagaarjuna Sagar- Krishna,Hedrabad, near Nandikona
(i).Indira Gandhi Canal- Rajasthan
(k).Kakrapara- Gujarat,Tapi Rever near Kakarpara river
(l).Tehri Dam- Bhagirti
(m).Then Dam-Ravi
(n).Gandak - Bihar, Uttar Pradesh,Nepal


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