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Model Test
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Class: VIII
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Subject: English
Rajshahi Cadet College, Rajshahi
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Humans, animals and plants are all important elements of the
natural environment. But humans are cruelly destroying plants and animals and
thereby creating a danger for us all. The destruction of forests and other
habitats is causing the extinction of various plants and animals every day.
These losses are particularly severe in the areas of tropical forest which
cover only 7% of the surface of the globe, but which provide the living space
for between 50% and 80% of all our wildlife. Many wild animals and birds such
as pandas, bears, tigers, alligators, whales, wolves, eagles, falcons, kites
and buzzards are faced with the threat of extinction today. Their decline has
been accelerated by the destruction of their feeding and nesting places, by the
collection of eggs, and above all by widespread use of chemicals and pesticides
which enter their food chains leading to sterility and mass deaths. Hunting of
birds and animals is another cause of their extinction. Men kill birds for food
and feathers, hunt big cats to make fur coats and slaughter alligators and
other reptiles for shoes and bags. In addition, whale-hunting has also drastically
reduced the number of blue whales in the Atlantic Ocean. We know that all
species are important for maintaining ecological balance. If one is lost, the
whole natural environment changes. In order to protect the environment from
being spoilt, we should therefore protect our wildlife. The good news is that
many countries are now taking action to protect their endangered wildlife.
George Haycock, author of several books on wildlife, writes: "Mankind must
develop a concern for wild creatures and a determination that these wild
species will not perish". We should save the earth's wild creatures to
save ourselves. To be kind to animals is to be kind to mankind. (299 words)
1. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. 1×5=5
(i)
Which of the
following has the closest meaning of the word “destroy” used in line 2?
(a)
havoc (b) devastate (c) debris (d) shatter
(ii)
What does the
expression "But humans are cruelly destroying plants and animals and
thereby creating a danger for us all"- mean?
(a) The destruction of
plants and animals are harmless.
(b) Humans are responsible
for creating a hazardous environment through the destruction of plants and
animals.
(c) Humans show little care
for plants and animals. (d)
Humans are not much aware of plants and animals.
(iii)
Which of the
following statement is true about humans?
(a) They take care of
natural environment. (b)
They pay attention to natural world.
(c) They are destroying
plants and animals. (d)
They take notice of plants and animals.
(iv)
"We know that
all species are important for maintaining ecological balance." ------- What
does the expression mean?
(a) All species are
worthless for ecological balance. (b)
All species are of no use for ecological balance.
(c) All species are
significant for ecological balance. (d)
All species deserve no mention.
(v)
The ecological
imbalance brings about different kinds of -------.
(a) diseases (b)
pollutions (c)
calamities (d) chaos
2.
Answer
the following questions. 2×5=10
(a) From your reading of the first paragraph make a list of the
animals which are on the verge of extinction.
(b) Why are men destroying birds and animals? 、
(c) "To be kind to animals is to be kind to mankind"-
Discuss in 2/3 sentences.
(d) What is the consequence of the destruction of forests and other
habitats?
(e) What is the relationship between plants and animals?
3.
Write summary of the
passage in no more than 90 to 100 words. 10
4.
Read the following
passage carefully and complete the table below with information from the
passage. 1×5=5
Ramna
Park is a large park and recreation area situated at the heart of Dhaka. This
park is one of the most beautiful areas in Dhaka with lots of trees and a lake
near its center. The history of Ramna starts about 1610, during Mughal rule,
when the city of Dhaka was founded by Subehdar Islam Khan under Emperor
Jahangir. New residential houses, gardens, mosques, tombs and temples were
built in this area during that period. After the fall of the Mughal rule, Ramna
gradually lost much of its glory. Ramna area began to regain its glory since
1825, when Mr. Dowes, a British Collector of Dhaka initiated a series of steps
for development of the city. The renovated area was given the name of Ramna. In
1908, he began the work of a garden that took 20 years to take a shape. After
creation of Pakistan in 1947, Ramna area continued to occupy an important place
in the history of Dhaka city. Ramna Park was officially inaugurated in 1949.
The large Open spaces on the southwest facing the lake were used for holding
National Fairs and Exhibitions. In 1960, Queen Elizabeth II was accorded a
civic reception at the Ramna Park. On the night of 25 March 1971, the Pakistani
Army launched its violent campaign against the civilian population of Dhaka.
The Ramna Kali Mandir and the neighbouring Maa Anandamoyee Ashram were
demolished and more than 200 Hindus who had taken refuge inside were massacred.
Ramna Park now features many beautiful and modern venues for relaxation.
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Who/What
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Event/Activity
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Where/Place
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When
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Ramna Park
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started
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in Dhaka
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(i) ..............
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It
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began to regain glory
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(ii) ............
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(iii) ........
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started
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1908
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Ramna Park
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(iv) ......................
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1949
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Queen Elizabeth II
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was accorded a civic reception
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(v) ......................
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1960
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5.
Write true or false.
Give correct answer for the false statement. 1×5=5
(a) Ramna Park was founded during the reign of Emperor Babur.
(b) It was founded in 16th century.
(c) Ramna was inaugurated in 1649.
(d) Queen Elizabeth II was accorded a civic reception at Ramna Park.
(e) Ramna Park received less historical importance.
6.
From
your reading of the above passage, fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use
one word only in each blank. 1×5=5
Ramna Park is in Dhaka. It started in the 17th century (a) ____
the Mughal Rule by Subehdar Islam Khan. The new residential houses, gardens,
mosques etc. were built in this area. Ramna started to (b) ____ its glory after
the fall of the Mughal Rule. Again in the 19th century, it got (c) ____ its
glory. Then Mr. Dowes cleared (d) ____ the bushes and everything except Ramna
Kali Mandir. A boundary was (e) ____ and it was renamed Ramna Green.
7.
Put
the following parts of the story in correct order to rewrite the whole story. 1×10=10
(a)
But unfortunately he
was defeated in a battle.
(b)
Alexander asked him
"How would you like to be treated?"
(c)
He was brought before
Alexander.
(d)
Then he came to the
plain of the Punjab.
(e)
Alexander, the King
of Macedon, crossed the Khyber Pass and reached India.
(f)
He replied "Like
a king."
(g)
He wanted to attack
the land of Porus.
(h)
Porus came forward
with his men and arms to defend his land from the attack of Alexander.
(i)
Then he was taken to
prison.
(j)
There ruled a king
called Porus.
8.
Fill
in the gaps with suitable words from the box (make any grammatical changes if necessary).
There are more words in the box than you need. .5×10=5
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warmer
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change
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catastrophic
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alarm
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rise
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destroy
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predicted
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flood
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climate
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severely
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gradual
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evidence
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unnecessarily
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increase
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The world is getting (a) ____
because of pollution. Every year millions of people all Over the world die (b) ____
as a result of pollution. In recent years, there have been many (c) ____ reports
that the world's (d) ____ is undergoing a significant (e) ____. All these
reports provide strong (f) ____ that world temperatures are (g) - day by day.
Climatologists (h) ____ that midway through the next century temperature may
have (i) ____ as much as 4 degree centigrade. This could raise sea levels and
thereby (j) ____ coastal areas and farmlands.
9.
Match
the parts of sentences given in column 'A' and column 'B' to write five
complete sentences. There are more parts of sentences in column 'B' than
required. 1×5=5
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Column A
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Column B
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(a)
Scientific method
of cultivation is necessary
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(i) developed country
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(b)
Farmers should be
given
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(ii) is not taken in Our country
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(c)
Ours is an
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(iii) agro-based economy
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(d)
Proper care of land
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(iv) administrative support
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(e)
Marketing system
needs
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(v) to be improved
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(f)
to increase food production
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(vi)
financial support
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Section B: Writing Test (40
Marks)
10.
Write
a dialogue between you and your friend about the importance of tree plantation.
11. Write a paragraph on 'A Stormy Night' answering the following
questions.
(a) When have you experienced a stormy night last time?
(b) Was it full of thunder and lightning?
(c) at should we do if we are outside the home during storm and
thunder to keep ourselves safe?
(d) What are the problems of the poor people do during a storm?
(e) What should we do for the poor?
12.
Read
the beginning of a story and complete it.
Once there was a boy who wanted to be a doctor but he was very
indifferent to his studies. He was a student of class VII. One day his teacher
asked hirin, "Why are you not attentive to studies?" He said
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13.
Suppose,
your friend
Jabed is a JSC examinee. He is weak in math and science and facing difficulties
in these subjects. Now, write a letter to him suggesting him how can prepare
himself well in these subjects.
