Class: VIII

Date:

ENGLISH

Time:3 hr

M. M: 70

General Instructions:

1. This paper consists of THREE sections:

Section A Reading 20 marks

25 marks

Section B Writing & Grammar

25 marks

Section C Literature

2. Attempt all questions.

3. Do not write anything on the question paper.

1. All the answers must be correctly numbered as in the question paper and written in the Answer sheet provided to you.

5. Read each question carefully and follow the instructions.

SECTION A- READING

Q1.Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

There is only one natural satellite - the Moon. But there are many man-made or artificial satellites revolving around the Earth. Aryabhatta, IRS-IB and INSAT-2A are some Indian artificial satellites. They are more than 300 Km away from the earth. At this height, the Earth's gravity and atmosphere do not affect them. Artificial satellites are of many kinds. Of them weather satellites send information and pictures of clouds, storms and ocean currents. They are used to predict the weather. This information is also used to warn people about storms, floods, forest fires etc. Communication satellites are used to transmit telephone conversation and TV programmes across the earth. They are helpful in sending messages through fax machines, using mobile phones and the internet. Science satellites send information about outer space. Astronomers study this data and get to know more about things in space. These satellites are launched into space by rockets. Once beyond the earth's gravity and atmosphere, they are sent circling around the earth by the force of another rocket. There is nothing in space to obstruct the path or speed of those satellites. So they continue to keep going around the earth, just like the moon.

1. Answer the following questions briefly: (2x4)
2. Name any two of the Indian artificial satellites.
3. Why are artificial satellites kept at a distance of more than 300 km away from the Earth?
4. In what ways are Communication Satellites useful?
5. How is the information sent by weather satellites used?
6. Find words/phrases from the passage which mean the same as the following: (1x4)
7. force of attraction between an object and the earth
8. body of water or air in motion
9. block up/put something in the way of
10. to send forth as a self-propelled vehicle

Q2. Read the following poem and answer the questions that follow:

I said a prayer for you today

And know God must have heard,

I felt the answer in my heart

Although He spoke no word!

I didn't ask for wealth or fame

(I knew you wouldn't mind),

I asked Him to send treasures

Of a far lasting kind!

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I asked that He'd be near you

At the start of each new day,

To grant you health and blessings

And friends to share your way!

I asked for happiness for you

In all things great and small,

But it was for His loving care

I prayed the most of all!

Given below is the summary of the poem. Complete it by filling in the blanks with suitable words: (8) The poet (a)______for his friend. He is sure that God will (b) _____and (c)

his prayer. In the prayer, the poet asks God to shower on his friend, (d)______ of (e)

and (f) ______his friend and take (h) of him.

SECTION B( WRITING & GRAMMAR)

Q3. Today begging has become a serious social problem in our country. Taking ideas from the following hints, write an article for the newspaper in about 150 words. (7)

lacktrian More and more number of people taking begging as a profession

lacktrian Exploitation of children for begging purpose

Increased number of beggars at traffic intersection

<math>\bullet</math> Increased cases of petty crimes on the streets.

Disruption of the free flow of traffic

Increased number of road accidents

Or

You had an argument with your mother as she did not allow you to attend the 'Pajama Party' arranged by your friend. Although you are seething with anger, a part of you realizes that she is not altogether wrong. Write a page in your diary expressing your anguish. (120-150 words)

Q4. Write a short story in about 180-200 words based on the following picture. You can begin the story like this: (8) August 24 was the birthday of Cathy's mother..... Or You are Deepak/ Deepika of Flat no. 801/2, Guru Gobind Singh Enclave, Gurgaon. Recently, you visited 'Silver Oak Resort'. Write a letter to your friend (Word Limit – 150-180 words) telling him/her why the place attracted you. Include the following:

Accessibility

Reasonable charges

Beautiful surroundings

Scenic landscape

Facilities available

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