अर्धवार्षिक परीक्षा – 2026-27
Class – 8
Subject – English
Time: 2:30 Hours ——————————————————————————————– Maximum Marks: 60
Multiple Choice Questions (Q.1 to 5)
Instructions- Choose and write the correct option. Each question carries 1 mark.
Q.1 What is the meaning of the word ‘Sacrifice’ in the context of the chapter ‘The Sacrifice’?
(A) To give up something valued for the sake of something else.
(B) To save something important.
(C) To sell something at a high price.
(D) To buy something precious.
Q.2 The poem ‘Don’t Quit’ encourages us to:
(A) Stop trying when things get hard.
(B) Always take a break from work.
(C) Persevere even when the pace seems slow.
(D) Ask for help from others immediately.
Q.3 Who is known as the ‘Missile Man’ of India in the lesson ‘The Making of the Missile Man’?
(A) Dr. Homi Bhabha
(B) Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
(C) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
(D) Dr. C.V. Raman
Q.4 The adjective form of the word ‘courage’ is:
(A) couragely
(B) courageously
(C) courageous
(D) encourager
Q.5 Queen Ahilyabai Holkar was the ruler of:
(A) Gwalior
(B) Indore
(C) Malwa (Maheshwar)
(D) Jabalpur
Fill in the blanks (Q. 6 to 10)
Instruction- Fill in the blanks with the correct words. Each question carries 1 mark.
Q.6 The opposite of the word ‘victory’ is ______. (defeat/win)
Q.7 The Narmada is the ______ of Madhya Pradesh. (lifeline/riverbed)
Q.8 The rhyming word for ‘tree’ is ______. (see/truth)
Q.9 I am too tired ______ walk. (to/too)
Q.10 A cherry tree can be grown in ______ a small garden. (even/still)
Very Short Answer Type Questions (Q. 11 to 16)
Instructions- Answer the following questions in one or two sentences. Each question carries 2 marks.
Q.11 Write the past and past participle forms of the following verbs:
(a) Teach
(b) Grow
Q.12 Why are trees called ‘the kindest things I know’ in the poem?
Q.13 What advice does the poet give us in the last two lines of the poem ‘Another Chance’?
Q.14 Who were the victims of the ungrateful jeweller in the story ‘The Ungrateful Jeweller’?
Q.15 Fill in the blanks with suitable articles (a/an/the):
(a) ______ sun rises in ______ east.
(b) He is ______ honest man.
Q.16 What is the main characteristic of the ‘The Miser and his Gold’ story’s main character?
Short Answer Type Questions (Q. 17 to 22)
Instructions- Answer the following questions in 30-40 words. Each question carries 3 marks.
Q.17 What lesson did the ungrateful jeweller finally learn?
Q.18 Why is the Narmada river called the ‘Lifeline of Madhya Pradesh’?
Q.19 What qualities made Ahilyabai a great queen? (Mention any three)
Q.20 Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to attend your elder sister’s wedding.
Q.21 Combine the following sentences using a suitable conjunction (and, but, or):
(a) She is rich. She is not happy.
(b) He bought a pen. He bought a notebook.
Q.22 What important role do trees play in our life, according to the poem ‘Trees are the Kindest Things I Know’?
Long Answer Type Questions (Q. 23 to 26)
Instructions- Answer the following questions in 70-80 words. Each question carries 5 marks.
Q.23 How did Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s early life influence his decision to become a scientist? Explain in detail.
Q.24 Write a short paragraph on the importance of “Water, Water, Everywhere” in our daily lives and how we can save it.
Q.25 Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:
Water is one of the most essential natural resources. It is needed by all living things to survive. Plants need water to grow, and animals need it to drink and stay healthy. However, fresh water is a limited resource. Due to pollution and excessive use, many parts of the world face a water shortage. We must use water judiciously and save every drop. Reducing water wastage and protecting our water bodies from pollution are crucial steps towards water conservation.
(1) Why is water considered an essential natural resource?
(2) What is the main reason for the water shortage?
(3) What is a ‘limited resource’?
(4) Mention two crucial steps towards water conservation.
(5) Write a suitable title for the passage.
Q.26 Write a paragraph on any one of the following topics in about 80-100 words:
(i) My School Library
(ii) A Journey by Train
(iii) The Importance of Sports