Class 8 English – Model Answers with Questions- Mahasamund District

Q.1 Choose the correct option / Fill in the blanks. (15 Marks)

1. What is water used for according to the mother in Water’s for…?
   Ans: (c) Washing, drinking
2. The beautiful shoes were made by?
   Ans: (a) elves
3. The artist’s administration made the people of the kingdom:
   Ans: (d) Unhappy
4. The boy came back:
   Ans: (b) sullen and complaining
5. Who wrote From a Railway Carriage?
   Ans: (a) Robert Louis Stevenson
6. Everyday Heroes is mainly about people who:
   Ans: (b) made useful contributions to society
7. Gandhiji was a very ______ child.
   Ans: (c) shy
8. Devdas Banjare is famous for?
   Ans: (b) Panthi
9. Tomorrow never ______.
   Ans: (c) comes
10. Who made the tarts?
    Ans: (a) Queen of Hearts
11. Fill in the blank with the correct form:
    Gandhiji ______ to be shy in his childhood. (use/used)
    Ans: used
12. Choose the correct article:
    He is ______ honest boy.
    Ans: an
13. Change into passive voice: “They planted trees.”
    Ans: Trees were planted by them.
14. Choose the correct preposition:
    Alice went ______ the rabbit. (with/after/at)
    Ans: after
15. Choose the correct option:
    Do you want tea ______ coffee? (to/or)
    Ans: or

Q.2 Write one word for the following:

a. One who designs an internet site
Ans: Webmaster / Web designer

b. One who collects waste
Ans: Rag-picker

Q.3 What are two uses of water mentioned in Water’s for…? (2 Marks)

Ans: Washing and drinking.
(Other correct answers: making tea, cleaning the bath, watering plants, etc.)

Q.4 Where did the shoemaker live? (2 Marks)

Ans: The shoemaker and his wife lived in a little house on the edge of a wood.

Q.5 What do the fast-moving bogies look like? (2 Marks)

Ans: They look like troops charging in a battle.

Q.6 Who is called the “Peacock Doctor”? (2 Marks)

Ans: Naranbhai Karangia.

Q.7 What was the wrong notion that Gandhiji had? (2 Marks)

Ans: Gandhiji had the false notion that gymnastics or physical training had nothing to do with education.

Q.8 Write true or false in brackets: (3 Marks)

1. The train is faster than fairies and witches. ( True )
2. There is no bridge or river on its way. ( False )
3. The child clambers and scrambles. ( True )

Q.9 Frame your own sentences using these words: (3 Marks)

Portrait, reward, grand

1. The king hung a beautiful portrait in the court.
2. The teacher gave him a reward for his hard work.
3. We visited the grand palace of the king.

Q.10 Do as directed: (3 Marks)

1. Fill in the blank with suitable article a, an or the:
   Riya has an umbrella.
2. Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb:
   Rahul goes to school every day. (Go)
3. Fill in the blank with correct degree of adjective:
   Ravi is taller than Mohan. (tall/taller/tallest)

Q.11 Make a list of the things that help a tree to live. (3 Marks)

Ans: Sunlight, water, air, soil, nutrients and space.

Q.12 Write about Devdas Banjare. (3 Marks)

Ans: Devdas Banjare was a famous Panthi dancer from Chhattisgarh. He was born on 1 January 1937 in Sakra village, Dhamtari district. He popularised Panthi dance in India and abroad. He worked as a dance teacher in Bhilai Steel Plant. He acted in the film Charandas Chor. He received many awards, including the President’s Gold Medal. He died in a car accident in 2005.

Q.13 Read the passage and answer the questions: (4 Marks)

a. When and where was Albert Einstein born?
Ans: He was born on March 14, 1879, in Ulm, Germany.

b. What did he love playing with?
Ans: He loved playing with mechanical toys.

c. What did he dislike about his school?
Ans: He disliked the strictness of his school.

d. Name one theory/effect developed by Einstein.
Ans: Theory of Relativity / Photo Electric Effect.

Q.14 Add ‘d’, ‘ed’, ‘n’, ‘en’, ‘ity’ as a suffix and make new words: (4 Marks)

1. Strength – strengthen
2. Surprise – surprised
3. Fix – fixed
4. Able – ability

Q.15 Read the passage carefully and answer the questions: (4 Marks)

1. Where was Ravi’s garden?
   Ans: Ravi’s garden was in front of his house.
2. What does Ravi do every morning?
   Ans: He waters the plants, removes weeds and keeps the garden clean.
3. Why does Ravi feel happy?
   Ans: Ravi feels happy because plants make the environment fresh and beautiful.

Write True/False:

a. Ravi never waters the plants. False
b. Birds visit Ravi’s garden. True

Q.16 Write a paragraph on “Rainy Season” or “Importance of Time”. (4 Marks)

Rainy Season

The rainy season is one of the most beautiful seasons in India. It usually begins in June and lasts till September. Dark clouds cover the sky, and cool winds blow. Trees and plants look fresh and green. Children enjoy playing in the rain and floating paper boats. Farmers welcome the rain because it is essential for crops. However, heavy rain can cause floods and traffic problems. Overall, the rainy season brings joy and relief from the hot summer.

Q.17 Write an application to your Headmaster for 3 days leave. (5 Marks)

OR

Write a letter to your father telling him about your studies and school activities.

Application:

To
The Headmaster
[School Name]
[Address]
Date: 26 September 2026

Subject: Application for three days’ leave

Sir/Madam,
Respectfully, I beg to say that I am a student of Class VIII. I need three days’ leave from ______ to ______ because I am suffering from fever. I request you to kindly grant me leave for three days. I will be grateful.

Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
[Your Name]
Class VIII, Roll No. ______

OR

Letter to Father:

Dear Father,
I hope you are well. I am fine here. My studies are going well. I have scored good marks in the last test. Our school is organising a sports day next week. I am taking part in a race. I have also joined the English club. Please take care of your health.
Yours lovingly,
[Your Name]

Q.18 Write 5 lines about your Role Model. (5 Marks)

My role model is Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. He was a great scientist and the President of India. He came from a poor family but achieved great success through hard work. He inspired millions of students to dream big. I admire his simplicity, honesty and dedication. I want to be like him.

Q.19 Translate the following: (6 Marks)

i. Translate into English:

a. मैं स्कूल जाता हूँ।
Ans: I go to school.

b. वह पुस्तक पढ़ रही है।
Ans: She is reading a book.

c. मैं फुटबॉल खेलता था।
Ans: I used to play football. / I played football.

ii. Translate into Hindi:

a. India is my country.
Ans: भारत मेरा देश है।

b. We went to the market.
Ans: हम बाजार गए।

c. My mother cooks delicious food.
Ans: मेरी माँ स्वादिष्ट खाना बनाती है।

Q.20 Write an essay on ANY ONE: (6 Marks)

(b) Importance of Cleanliness

Cleanliness is next to godliness. It is very important for our health and happiness. If we keep our surroundings clean, we can prevent many diseases. We should clean our home, school and neighbourhood regularly. We should throw garbage in dustbins and not on roads. Cleanliness also makes our country beautiful and attracts tourists. Mahatma Gandhi said, “Cleanliness is more important than independence.” Therefore, we should all take responsibility to keep our environment clean.