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SECTION 'A'
READING (15 Marks)

Ques 1: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:
Rabindranath Tagore was a poet, writer, musician and philosopher. He was born in 1861 in Calcutta (now Kolkata) to Debendranath Tagore and Sarada Devi. Young Tagore was popularly called Rabi. Music was an important part of the Tagore family. Rabi too liked the poetry and music. He wrote his first poem 'Banphool' when he was just 15. It was later published in a magazine. Rabindranath Tagore had a keen interest in the folk music of Bengal. He used it in many of his songs. Our National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' was composed by him.
a. Who was Rabindranath Tagore? (2)
b. When and where was he born? (2)
c. Tagore's name during his youth was........................... (1)
d. Rabi liked ...................... from childhood. (1)
i. poetry and music
ii. fruits and flowers
iii. games and fun
e. The first poem that he wrote is .............................. (1)
f. The opposite of the word 'like' is .............................. (1)
i. unlike
ii. liking
iii. dislike
iv. liked

Ques 2: Look at the poster carefully and answer the questions that follow : (7 marks)
CBSE Past Year Paper Session (2019) Doc. Set - 1, English Class 8 | English Honeydew Class 8
a. When is Earth Day Celebrated? (1)
b. We can make homes only on..................... (1)
c. The Earth gives us : (1)
CBSE Past Year Paper Session (2019) Doc. Set - 1, English Class 8 | English Honeydew Class 8
d. Complete the degrees of comparison : (1)........................... more most
e. Give a rhyming word for 'Day'. (1)
f. What can we do to save this Earth. (Choose from the options) (1)
i. Cut trees to make homes
ii. Plant more and more trees
g. Unjumble the following : (1)
H R E T A

SECTION 'B'
WRITING (10 Marks)

Ques 3: You are Archit/Aniya. You have recently moved to a different city. Tell your friend about the new city you have shifted to. Choose answers from the hints given in the box : (5)
Dear Arun,
How are you? Hope you are fine. I am writing this letter to tell you that I have (a).....................to a new city. Actually, my father was transferred in a (b).....................I could not meet you. I am (c)........................ my new city to make you feel interested to visit me. It is very (d) .............................from where you are. It is very small and the air here is very fresh. There are green fields nearby. I am missing you a lot. Waiting to see you. Visit me (e)...................
Convery my regards to your parents.
Your loving friend
............................
CBSE Past Year Paper Session (2019) Doc. Set - 1, English Class 8 | English Honeydew Class 8
OR
You are Sharuya/Smita. You attended the birthday party of a close friend. Write a diary page expressing your feelings. Use hints from the box.
(friends, picture, games, ordered, relatives)
...................(Day and Date)
It was Saket’s birthday today. He had hosted a party at his home. All our
(a)....................and his (b)...................were invited. His father had (c)....................a big chocolate cake with a Spiderman's (d)..................... Saket likes Spiderman a lot. The party was organised by Saket’s elder brother. He was very happy. We played many (e)................. His mother had prepared delicious snacks for us. It was a memorable day.

Ques 4: Write a short paragraph on 'My Favourite Festival'. You may use the hints given in the box: (5)
CBSE Past Year Paper Session (2019) Doc. Set - 1, English Class 8 | English Honeydew Class 8
Complete the following story with the help of the given hints:
We had a long vacation after our (a)....................... exams. Days were long during the summer. I joined a Cricket Coaching Club just to learn some new (b)................. of cricket. I was a (c)................player but I wanted to be in the state team. I woke up early and warmed up before the coaching class. My cricket coach also praised my shots. I just needed to practise my bowling techniques. I practised continuously for a (d)...................... .It was the day of final selection. I gave my best My friends came running to me in the evening shouting with joy. Hey !! you are selected but he could not lie for long. He made me happy for some moments. Friends can be (e).................. .
CBSE Past Year Paper Session (2019) Doc. Set - 1, English Class 8 | English Honeydew Class 8

SECTION 'C'
GRAMMAR (10 Marks)

Ques 5: Fill in the blanks with appropriate conjunctions : (2)
1. He ran fast..................got the first position.
2. David waited................. Rahul did not come.
[Choose from: and, but]

Ques 6: Fill in the blanks with the correct degree of the Adjectives used: (2)
[Choose from: better, taller]
1. Rajesh is.................. than his brother.
2. He has a..................handwriting.

Ques 7: Fill in the blanks with correct options: (2)
[Choose from : burrow, nest]
1. The bird lives in a......................
2. The rabbit lives in a...................

Ques 8: Arrange the following words to form a correct sentence : (2)
1. is/feeling/well/not/she
2. favourite/red/her/is/colour

Ques 9: Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb : (2)
1. Hemant.................. Aditya everday. (teach)
2. Sagarika...............her mother just now. (help)

SECTION 'D'
LITERATURE (15 Marks)

Ques 10: Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow : (1*3=3)
Bepin Babu's car was safely parked in Bertram Street by the light house cinema. He told the driver as he got into the car.
a. In these lines who did Bepin Babu talk to?
b. Where was Bepin Babu's car parked?
c. Give the 1st form of the verb 'told'.

Ques 11: Read the following stanza and answer the questions that follow : (1* 3=3)
Please give me ride on your back !'
Said the Duck to the Kangaroo.
I would sit quite still, and say nothing
but Quack.
a. Who is the speaker of these lines?
b. How would the speaker sit?
c. Find a word from the passage which rhymes with‘lay’.

Ques 12: Answer the following questions briefly : (1*6=6)
a. Who was bitten by a rattle snake?
b. Tick the correct answer :
Jody went to the forest :
CBSE Past Year Paper Session (2019) Doc. Set - 1, English Class 8 | English Honeydew Class 8
c. How does the duck feel in the pond?
1. Dull
2. Happy
3. Lonely
4. Miserable
d. What does the duck like about the Kangaroo?
Begin with : The Kangaroo can ...................................
e. What did Chuni Babu know about Bepin Banu?
f. Where did Bepin Babu go in October 1958?

Ques 13: Answer any one of the following in about 30-40 words : (3)
a. How did Jody save the fawn?
Hints : Brought it home -fed it-cared like mother.
OR
b. What was the Duck's request to the Kangaroo?
Hints : Lived in a pond -bored-see the world-Kangaroo back.

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1. What is the CBSE Past Year Paper Session?
Ans. The CBSE Past Year Paper Session is a session conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) where students are provided with previous year question papers to practice and prepare for their upcoming exams. It allows students to familiarize themselves with the exam pattern and gain confidence in their preparation.
2. How can I access the CBSE Past Year Paper Session for Class 8 English?
Ans. To access the CBSE Past Year Paper Session for Class 8 English, you can visit the official website of CBSE or search for it online. Many educational websites and platforms also provide access to past year papers. You can download the question papers, solve them, and evaluate your answers to assess your preparation level.
3. Why is it important to solve past year papers for Class 8 English?
Ans. Solving past year papers for Class 8 English is important as it helps students understand the exam pattern, marking scheme, and the types of questions that are frequently asked. It allows students to practice time management and improve their problem-solving skills. Additionally, it helps students assess their strengths and weaknesses, enabling them to focus on areas that require more attention.
4. Are the CBSE Past Year Paper Session questions the same as the actual exam questions?
Ans. While the CBSE Past Year Paper Session questions are not the exact same questions that appear in the actual exam, they are similar in terms of difficulty level and format. The purpose of providing past year papers is to give students an idea of the type of questions that can be expected in the exam and to help them practice accordingly. However, it is important to note that the specific questions may vary from year to year.
5. Can solving CBSE Past Year Paper Session questions guarantee good marks in the Class 8 English exam?
Ans. Solving CBSE Past Year Paper Session questions can definitely improve your chances of scoring well in the Class 8 English exam. It helps you understand the exam pattern, manage time effectively, and become familiar with the types of questions asked. However, good marks also depend on consistent preparation, understanding of concepts, and effective study techniques. Solving past year papers should be a part of your overall preparation strategy.
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