Class 8 Science - Conservation of Plants and Animals CBSE Worksheets

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Q1: What is a primary cause of deforestation? 

A) Increased rainfall
B) Building factories
C) Planting more trees
D) Decreased carbon dioxide levels 

Q2: Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation? 

A) Lowered groundwater levels
B) Increased soil fertility
C) Decreased carbon dioxide levels
D) More rainfall 

Q3: What is the purpose of a Wildlife Sanctuary?
A) Encouragement of hunting and poaching
B) Protection of animal habitats
C) Promotion of tree felling
D) Allowing extensive human activity 

Q4: What does the term "flora" refer to? 

A) Animal life in a region
B) Types of soil
C) Plant life in a region
D) Water bodies 

Q5: The phenomenon of animals moving from one place to another in search of food or habitat is called: 

A) Moving
B) Migration
C) Traveling
D) Relocating 

Fill in the Blanks

Q1: Deforestation increases the ________ level and pollution on Earth. 

Q2: Desertification results in soil losing its ________ and fertility. 

Q3: National Parks aim to preserve ________, fauna, and natural landscapes. 

Q4: Endemic species are those species that are found exclusively in a ________ area. 

Q5: The ________ Data Book keeps track of endangered species globally. 

True/False

Q1: Reforestation involves the natural replenishment of deforested areas without human intervention. 

Q2: Cutting down trees does not affect the soil's physical properties. 

Q3: Wildlife sanctuaries allow for activities like grazing and cultivation. 

Q4: Biodiversity refers only to the variety of plants in an area. 

Q5: Paper can be recycled to save trees and reduce waste. 

Very Short Answer Questions

Q1: Which gas is predominantly responsible for global warming?

Q2: Protected forests are also not completely safe for wild animals. Why?

Q3: What is desertification?

Q4: In order to meet the ever-increasing demand in factories and for shelter, trees are being continually cut. Is it justified to cut trees for such projects? Discuss and prepare a brief report.

Q5: What are the causes and consequences of deforestation?

Q6: Name two national parks.

Q7: What are the protected areas which have been earmarked to protect our flora and fauna and their habitats?

Q8: Explain how deforestation leads to reduced rainfall.

Q9: What do you mean by wildlife?

Q10: Name some species which are endemic to Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

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