JKBOSE Class 8th Science Paper 2020 (SZ)

JKBOSE Class 8th Science Paper 2020 (SZ)

CLASS-VIII

ENGLISH – T2

Time Allowed: 2:30 Hrs.          Maximum Marks: 40

JKBOSE Class 8th Science Paper 2020

Note: Attempt all questions.

Section – A

Long Answer Type Questions (05 marks each)

Q.1. Define adolescence. Explain the changes you observe in the body at puberty.

Or

Differentiate between animal cell and plant cell.

Q.2. Explain the solar system with the help of a diagram.

Or

Explain:

(a) Why do painters use sandpapers in polishing doors?

(b) Why is the sewing machine often oiled?

Section – B

Short Answer Type Questions (03 marks each)

Q.3. What is potable water and how it is purified?

Q.4. Define acid rain. What are its effects?

Q.5. Suggest three measures to protect ourselves from lightning.

Q.6. Explain how you can take care of your eyes.

Section – C

 Very Short Answer Type Questions (02 marks each)

Q.7. What is water pollution?

Q.8. What is a comet?

Q.9. Name any two unicellular animals.

Q.10. Why is phosphorus stored in the water?

Q.11. Define ‘Malleability’ and ‘Ductility’.

Q.12. List two states in India where earthquakes are more likely to strike.

Section – D

Objective Type Question Answers (01 mark each)

Q.13. Do as directed:

(i) The full form of AIDS is …………….

(ii) Hormone controlling sugar in the blood is known as ……….

(iii) Name the metal which is liquid at room temperature……….

(iv)Angle of incidence is always equal to the angle of reflection. (True/False)

(v) Which disease is possible due to polluted water:

(a) Cholera

(b) Typhoid

(c) Jaundice

(d) All the above

(vi) Stoppage of menstruation is called ……. (Fill in the blanks)