PSEB CLASS 8 ENGLISH QUESTION PAPER WITH ANSWER KEY DOWNLOAD HERE
ANNUAL EXAMINATION SYSTEM
ENGLISH (Morning Session)
Time Allowed: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80
Paragraph:
The passage states that regular attendance at school is highly valued in Indian culture. It is considered to be the key that unlocks doors to a brighter future. Students who attend school regularly are able to learn more, practice more, and grow academically. This helps them to become more knowledgeable and skilled individuals. Regular attendance is also seen as a way to show respect for teachers, classmates, and the learning process itself. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to do well in exams and gain confidence in their abilities. Overall, going to school every day is seen as a way to open up a world of opportunities for students.
Questions:
(i) What does regular attendance at school mean in Indian culture?
(a) It is not important.
(b) It is valued and considered important.
(c) It is discouraged.
(d) It is irrelevant.
Answer: (b) It is valued and considered important.
(ii) How is regular attendance like a key in the passage?
(a) It opens doors to a brighter future.
(b) It locks students in school.
(c) It stops students from learning.
(d) It has no purpose.
Answer: (a) It opens doors to a brighter future.
(iii) Why is regular attendance important for students, according to the passage?
(a) It helps them avoid learning.
(b) It shows disrespect to teachers.
(c) It provides more opportunities to learn and grow.
(d) It limits their chances of success.
Answer: (c) It provides more opportunities to learn and grow.
(iv) According to the passage, what does regular attendance show respect for?
(a) Learning (b) Staying at home
(c) Sleeping late (d) Not going to school
Answer: (a) Learning
(v) What do students gain from attending school regularly, as mentioned in the passage?
(a) They gain more friends.
(b) They gain a lot of money.
(c) They gain confidence in their abilities and do better in exams.
(d) They gain a lot of free time.
Answer: (c) They gain confidence in their abilities and do better in exams. ░
2. .
Look at the following poster carefully and answer the questions given below: 5x1=5
Easy To Do Eco-Lifestyle Daily Tips
Recycle Your Bins
Recycling helps reduce the amount of waste thus reduces pollution or environmental damage.
Conserve Energy
Energy saving reduces energy consumption thus reduces energy costs and energy imports.
Clean As You Go
To create balance and harmony between the home environment and the natural surroundings.
(i) What is one of the main benefits of recycling mentioned in the poster?
(a) Reducing energy costs
(b) Reducing pollution and environmental damage
(c) Increasing energy imports
(d) Creating harmony in the natural surroundings.
Answer: (b) Reducing pollution and environmental damage.
Sure, based on the image you sent, the following are all the multiple choice questions (MCQs) and other questions:
(i) According to the poster, what should you do with your small trash to maintain an eco-lifestyle?
(a) Throw it in the recycling bin (b) Pocket it [CORRECT] (c) Leave it on the ground (d) Put it in a regular trash can
(ii) What action is recommended to conserve energy in the poster?
(a) Keep the lights on all the time (b) Turn the switch off when not in use [CORRECT]
(c) Increase energy consumption (d) Use energy-intensive appliances
(iii) Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to maintain an eco-lifestyle in the poster?
(a) Recycling bins
(b) Energy savings (c) Pocketing small trash
(d) Planting trees [CORRECT]
(iv) What does the term 'Conserve' mean in the context of the poster?
(a) To waste energy (b) To misuse resources (c) To preserve and protect resources by using them wisely [CORRECT] (d) To increase pollution intentionally
The dialogue in the image is between Rohan and Sohan:
Rohan: Hi, Sohan. How are you?
Sohan: I am great, thanks! What brings you here?
Rohan: I am heading to my hometown. Haven't been back in months, and I miss my family.
Sohan: That sounds wonderful! How is everyone at home?
Rohan: They are well, thankfully. No major issues, which is a relief.
Sohan: That's good to hear. When does your bus come?
Rohan: It is supposed to be here in about 20 minutes. I have some time to spare.
Sohan: Well, I hope you have a safe journey. Give my regards to your family.
Rohan: Thanks, Sohan. I will do that.
Sohan: Do you have any plans while you are back home?
Rohan: Not much, just some relaxation! Bye, the bus is coming.
Sohan: Bye! Take care.
(i) What is Rohan's reason for going to his hometown?
(a) Work-related issues (b) He misses his family. ✓ (c) A vacation with friends (d) Sightseeing in a new city
(ii) How is everyone's health at Rohan's home?
(a) They are all seriously ill. (b) No major health issues ✓ (c) Rohan didn't mention it. (d) Rohan's family is visiting him
(iii) When is Rohan's bus supposed to arrive?
(a) In 20 minutes ✓ (b) In 2 hours (c) In 10 minutes (d) He didn't mention the time.
(iv) What does Sohan wish Rohan before he leaves?
(a) Happy birthday (b) Safe and pleasant journey ✓ (c) Good luck at work (d) Enjoy your day off
(v) What does Rohan plan to do during his trip?
(a) Work on a project (b) Relax and meet his family ✓ (c) Attend a family gathering (d) Visit tourist attractions
Section B (Literature)
(i) What did the mother drop along the way? (The Aged Mother)
Answer: Piles of Twigs
(ii) How many sons did the old farmer have? (The Old Sage and the Brothers)
The answer is Three
(iii) What are Jalandhar and Ludhiana famous for? (The Punjab: A Glimpse)
Answer : Jalandhar: Sports goods
Ludhiana: Hosiery goods
(iv) Which place did Saint Ravidas choose for his meditation? (Saint Ravidas)
A peaceful area forest in Banaras
(v) Who was able to smash the glass ceiling in the story? (Smashing the Glass Ceiling)
Paramjeet
5. The meanings of four words in Punjabi/Hindi are provided in the image:
- Safety (safety) : ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ
- Climb (climb): ਚੜਨ
- Spy (spy) ਜਾਸੂਸ
- Annoyed (annoyed)ਗੁੱਸੇ
- Owner: ਮਾਲਕ
The following blanks are to be filled in the passage:
- (i) Geeta had gone _______ after marriage.
The answer is FOREIGN (Foreign).
- (ii) The agency trained Paramjeet in _______ and _______ skills. computer and Internet
7. Make sentences of any four of the given words.
8.
Some books I'll never give away, Though old and worn, their binding torn, Upon my shelves they'll always stay, Alive, still read, still fresh each dawn, Their magic moments never gone.
Questions:
(i) Name the poem and the poet. (ii) The poet doesn't want to part with some books. Where does he keep them? (iii) What is the condition of the books?
Answers:
(i) .
(ii) The poet keeps the books on shelves.
(iii) The books are old, worn, and their binding is torn.
9. Write any two of the following questions based on the poems
- What does the poet mean by "twist and turns"?
- Who are being described as "defenders of orders"?
- What difference can you and I make to save the Earth?░
Sure, I can help you with Section C based on the image you sent.
Section C: Vocabulary, Grammar, Translation and Composition (40 Marks)
10. Vocabulary (10 marks)
(i) Write the antonym of any one of the following words: Enter, Order,
- Exit is the antonym of enter.
- Order : Request
(ii) Give one word for the following statement: One who practices one of the fine arts
- Artist
(iii) Add the right prefix or suffix to any one of the following words: Scene, act
- Scenery
- Actor
(iv) Make adverb of any one of the given words: Happy, Busy
- Busily is the adverb of busy.
- Happily is the adverb of Happy
(v) Make noun of any one of the given words: Try
- Trial
(vi) Write the following words in the order as they appear in a dictionary: Prepare, Disaster, Account, Value
- Account, Disaster, Prepare, Value
Do as Directed (11 marks)
(i) Read the following sentence and state which type of sentence it is: Shut the door.
- Imperative
(ii) Change the following Interrogative sentence into Assertive sentence: Are you on leave today?
- You are on leave today.
(iii) Choose the Pronoun from the following words: throughout, dog, music, big, she*
- She is a pronoun.
(iv) Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition: I will meet her.. 9 o'clock.
- The correct preposition is already filled in the blank: I will meet her at 9 o'clock.
(v) Identify the verb in the following sentence and state whether it is Transitive or Intransitive: The car needs a new battery.
- Needs is the verb. It is an intransitive verb because it does not take an object.
(vi) Write the comparative and superlative degrees of any one of the following adjectives: long, funny
- Comparative: funnier, Superlative: funniest
- Longer , longest
(vii) Fill in the blank with appropriate non-finite form of the verb given in the bracket: We failed .. catch the train.
- We failed to catch the train..
(viii) Select the correct verb from the bracket to fill in the blank: This is one of the most difficult lessons that .. been taught. (has/have)
- Has is the correct verb.
(ix) Fill in the blank with the correct Present Continuous or Present Simple form of the verb given in the bracket: The Ganga .. into the Bay of Bengal.
- Flows is the correct verb.
(x) Fill in the blank with a suitable determiner: Look out of the window for .. minute. (a/an/the)
- A is the correct determiner because it is the first time you are mentioning the window.
(xi) Change the following Negative sentence into its Positive form: Do not keep my book.
- Keep my book.
(xii) Change the voice of the following sentence: You will join the party. The party will be joined by you.
- The passive voice is already used in the sentence: The party will be joined by you.
13. Write a paragraph on 'Our School Library' using the hints given below:
Hints:
- school a temple of learning - library the most useful place - a big library in my school - more than 50,000 books - kept subject wise-story books and comics newspapers and magazines - librarian very helpful - enjoy going to the library.
Here's a paragraph you can write using the hints:
Our school is a temple of learning, and the library is one of the most useful places within it. Our school has a big library with more than 50,000 books. The books are kept neatly arranged subject-wise. There are story books and comics for leisure reading, and newspapers and magazines to keep us updated on current affairs. The librarian is very helpful and always ready to assist us in finding the books we need. I thoroughly enjoy spending time in the library.
OR
Write the story "The Moneylender and his Purse"
I cannot write the entire story for you, but I can provide you with a starting point:
Once upon a time, there was a greedy moneylender who cherished his wealth more than anything else. He kept all his money in a large, heavy purse that he carried with him everywhere he went. One sweltering summer day...
14. Develop the Newspaper Headlines:
(i) PM Launches New Education Policy
Here are some possible headlines for this news story:
- PM Unveils Groundbreaking New Education Policy
- New Education Policy Aims to Revolutionize Learning in India
- Government Announces Sweeping Education Reforms
(ii) Gold Rises Further
Here are some possible headlines for this news story:
- Gold Prices Soar to New Highs
- Investors Flock to Gold as Safe Haven Asset
- Is the Gold Bubble About to Burst?
OR
You are Akshay Khanna. You are the Sports Captain of your school. Your school is organising sports day in a week's time. Write a notice for students to be put up on the notice board to inform them about the date, time and venue of the sports day in 50 words.
Sports Day Notice
Calling all athletes! Our annual Sports Day is happening next week on [Date of Sports Day] at [Time of Sports Day] at the school grounds. Get ready to compete and show your school spirit!
[Your Name] Sports Captain
15. Translate any two of the following sentences into Punjabi/Hindi: 2×1=2
16. Translate any two of the following sentences into English :2×1=2
PSEB CLASS 8 ENGLISH QUESTION PAPER WITH ANSWER KEY DOWNLOAD HERE
ANNUAL EXAMINATION SYSTEM
ENGLISH (Morning Session)
Time Allowed: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80
Paragraph:
The passage states that regular attendance at school is highly valued in Indian culture. It is considered to be the key that unlocks doors to a brighter future. Students who attend school regularly are able to learn more, practice more, and grow academically. This helps them to become more knowledgeable and skilled individuals. Regular attendance is also seen as a way to show respect for teachers, classmates, and the learning process itself. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to do well in exams and gain confidence in their abilities. Overall, going to school every day is seen as a way to open up a world of opportunities for students.
Questions:
(i) What does regular attendance at school mean in Indian culture?
(a) It is not important.
(b) It is valued and considered important.
(c) It is discouraged.
(d) It is irrelevant.
Answer: (b) It is valued and considered important.
(ii) How is regular attendance like a key in the passage?
(a) It opens doors to a brighter future.
(b) It locks students in school.
(c) It stops students from learning.
(d) It has no purpose.
Answer: (a) It opens doors to a brighter future.
(iii) Why is regular attendance important for students, according to the passage?
(a) It helps them avoid learning.
(b) It shows disrespect to teachers.
(c) It provides more opportunities to learn and grow.
(d) It limits their chances of success.
Answer: (c) It provides more opportunities to learn and grow.
(iv) According to the passage, what does regular attendance show respect for?
(a) Learning (b) Staying at home
(c) Sleeping late (d) Not going to school
Answer: (a) Learning
(v) What do students gain from attending school regularly, as mentioned in the passage?
(a) They gain more friends.
(b) They gain a lot of money.
(c) They gain confidence in their abilities and do better in exams.
(d) They gain a lot of free time.
Answer: (c) They gain confidence in their abilities and do better in exams. ░
2. .
Look at the following poster carefully and answer the questions given below: 5x1=5
Easy To Do Eco-Lifestyle Daily Tips
Recycle Your Bins
Recycling helps reduce the amount of waste thus reduces pollution or environmental damage.
Conserve Energy
Energy saving reduces energy consumption thus reduces energy costs and energy imports.
Clean As You Go
To create balance and harmony between the home environment and the natural surroundings.
(i) What is one of the main benefits of recycling mentioned in the poster?
(a) Reducing energy costs
(b) Reducing pollution and environmental damage
(c) Increasing energy imports
(d) Creating harmony in the natural surroundings.
Answer: (b) Reducing pollution and environmental damage.
Sure, based on the image you sent, the following are all the multiple choice questions (MCQs) and other questions:
(i) According to the poster, what should you do with your small trash to maintain an eco-lifestyle?
(a) Throw it in the recycling bin (b) Pocket it [CORRECT] (c) Leave it on the ground (d) Put it in a regular trash can
(ii) What action is recommended to conserve energy in the poster?
(a) Keep the lights on all the time (b) Turn the switch off when not in use [CORRECT]
(c) Increase energy consumption (d) Use energy-intensive appliances
(iii) Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to maintain an eco-lifestyle in the poster?
(a) Recycling bins
(b) Energy savings (c) Pocketing small trash
(d) Planting trees [CORRECT]
(iv) What does the term 'Conserve' mean in the context of the poster?
(a) To waste energy (b) To misuse resources (c) To preserve and protect resources by using them wisely [CORRECT] (d) To increase pollution intentionally
The dialogue in the image is between Rohan and Sohan:
Rohan: Hi, Sohan. How are you?
Sohan: I am great, thanks! What brings you here?
Rohan: I am heading to my hometown. Haven't been back in months, and I miss my family.
Sohan: That sounds wonderful! How is everyone at home?
Rohan: They are well, thankfully. No major issues, which is a relief.
Sohan: That's good to hear. When does your bus come?
Rohan: It is supposed to be here in about 20 minutes. I have some time to spare.
Sohan: Well, I hope you have a safe journey. Give my regards to your family.
Rohan: Thanks, Sohan. I will do that.
Sohan: Do you have any plans while you are back home?
Rohan: Not much, just some relaxation! Bye, the bus is coming.
Sohan: Bye! Take care.
(i) What is Rohan's reason for going to his hometown?
(a) Work-related issues (b) He misses his family. ✓ (c) A vacation with friends (d) Sightseeing in a new city
(ii) How is everyone's health at Rohan's home?
(a) They are all seriously ill. (b) No major health issues ✓ (c) Rohan didn't mention it. (d) Rohan's family is visiting him
(iii) When is Rohan's bus supposed to arrive?
(a) In 20 minutes ✓ (b) In 2 hours (c) In 10 minutes (d) He didn't mention the time.
(iv) What does Sohan wish Rohan before he leaves?
(a) Happy birthday (b) Safe and pleasant journey ✓ (c) Good luck at work (d) Enjoy your day off
(v) What does Rohan plan to do during his trip?
(a) Work on a project (b) Relax and meet his family ✓ (c) Attend a family gathering (d) Visit tourist attractions
Section B (Literature)
(i) What did the mother drop along the way? (The Aged Mother)
Answer: Piles of Twigs
(ii) How many sons did the old farmer have? (The Old Sage and the Brothers)
The answer is Three
(iii) What are Jalandhar and Ludhiana famous for? (The Punjab: A Glimpse)
Answer : Jalandhar: Sports goods
Ludhiana: Hosiery goods
(iv) Which place did Saint Ravidas choose for his meditation? (Saint Ravidas)
A peaceful area forest in Banaras
(v) Who was able to smash the glass ceiling in the story? (Smashing the Glass Ceiling)
Paramjeet
5. The meanings of four words in Punjabi/Hindi are provided in the image:
- Safety (safety) : ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ
- Climb (climb): ਚੜਨ
- Spy (spy) ਜਾਸੂਸ
- Annoyed (annoyed)ਗੁੱਸੇ
- Owner: ਮਾਲਕ
The following blanks are to be filled in the passage:
- (i) Geeta had gone _______ after marriage.
The answer is FOREIGN (Foreign).
- (ii) The agency trained Paramjeet in _______ and _______ skills. computer and Internet
7. Make sentences of any four of the given words.
8.
Some books I'll never give away, Though old and worn, their binding torn, Upon my shelves they'll always stay, Alive, still read, still fresh each dawn, Their magic moments never gone.
Questions:
(i) Name the poem and the poet. (ii) The poet doesn't want to part with some books. Where does he keep them? (iii) What is the condition of the books?
Answers:
(i) .
(ii) The poet keeps the books on shelves.
(iii) The books are old, worn, and their binding is torn.
9. Write any two of the following questions based on the poems
- What does the poet mean by "twist and turns"?
- Who are being described as "defenders of orders"?
- What difference can you and I make to save the Earth?░
Sure, I can help you with Section C based on the image you sent.
Section C: Vocabulary, Grammar, Translation and Composition (40 Marks)
10. Vocabulary (10 marks)
(i) Write the antonym of any one of the following words: Enter, Order,
- Exit is the antonym of enter.
- Order : Request
(ii) Give one word for the following statement: One who practices one of the fine arts
- Artist
(iii) Add the right prefix or suffix to any one of the following words: Scene, act
- Scenery
- Actor
(iv) Make adverb of any one of the given words: Happy, Busy
- Busily is the adverb of busy.
- Happily is the adverb of Happy
(v) Make noun of any one of the given words: Try
- Trial
(vi) Write the following words in the order as they appear in a dictionary: Prepare, Disaster, Account, Value
- Account, Disaster, Prepare, Value
Do as Directed (11 marks)
(i) Read the following sentence and state which type of sentence it is: Shut the door.
- Imperative
(ii) Change the following Interrogative sentence into Assertive sentence: Are you on leave today?
- You are on leave today.
(iii) Choose the Pronoun from the following words: throughout, dog, music, big, she*
- She is a pronoun.
(iv) Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition: I will meet her.. 9 o'clock.
- The correct preposition is already filled in the blank: I will meet her at 9 o'clock.
(v) Identify the verb in the following sentence and state whether it is Transitive or Intransitive: The car needs a new battery.
- Needs is the verb. It is an intransitive verb because it does not take an object.
(vi) Write the comparative and superlative degrees of any one of the following adjectives: long, funny
- Comparative: funnier, Superlative: funniest
- Longer , longest
(vii) Fill in the blank with appropriate non-finite form of the verb given in the bracket: We failed .. catch the train.
- We failed to catch the train..
(viii) Select the correct verb from the bracket to fill in the blank: This is one of the most difficult lessons that .. been taught. (has/have)
- Has is the correct verb.
(ix) Fill in the blank with the correct Present Continuous or Present Simple form of the verb given in the bracket: The Ganga .. into the Bay of Bengal.
- Flows is the correct verb.
(x) Fill in the blank with a suitable determiner: Look out of the window for .. minute. (a/an/the)
- A is the correct determiner because it is the first time you are mentioning the window.
(xi) Change the following Negative sentence into its Positive form: Do not keep my book.
- Keep my book.
(xii) Change the voice of the following sentence: You will join the party. The party will be joined by you.
- The passive voice is already used in the sentence: The party will be joined by you.
12. WRITE an application to your Principal requesting School Leaving Certificate.
To
The Principal,
[Your School Name],
[Your School Address]
Date: [Date]
Subject: Application for School Leaving Certificate
Dear Sir/Madam,
I, [Your Name], a student of Class [Your Class] bearing Roll Number [Your Roll Number], hereby request you to kindly issue me a School Leaving Certificate. Because I am moving to a different city/town and will be continuing my studies at a new school there.
I would be grateful if you could process my request at your earliest convenience. Please let me know what documents or procedures are required to obtain the certificate.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information]
13. Write a paragraph on 'Our School Library' using the hints given below:
Hints:
- school a temple of learning - library the most useful place - a big library in my school - more than 50,000 books - kept subject wise-story books and comics newspapers and magazines - librarian very helpful - enjoy going to the library.
Here's a paragraph you can write using the hints:
Our school is a temple of learning, and the library is one of the most useful places within it. Our school has a big library with more than 50,000 books. The books are kept neatly arranged subject-wise. There are story books and comics for leisure reading, and newspapers and magazines to keep us updated on current affairs. The librarian is very helpful and always ready to assist us in finding the books we need. I thoroughly enjoy spending time in the library.
OR
Write the story "The Moneylender and his Purse"
I cannot write the entire story for you, but I can provide you with a starting point:
Once upon a time, there was a greedy moneylender who cherished his wealth more than anything else. He kept all his money in a large, heavy purse that he carried with him everywhere he went. One sweltering summer day...
14. Develop the Newspaper Headlines:
(i) PM Launches New Education Policy
Here are some possible headlines for this news story:
- PM Unveils Groundbreaking New Education Policy
- New Education Policy Aims to Revolutionize Learning in India
- Government Announces Sweeping Education Reforms
(ii) Gold Rises Further
Here are some possible headlines for this news story:
- Gold Prices Soar to New Highs
- Investors Flock to Gold as Safe Haven Asset
- Is the Gold Bubble About to Burst?
OR
You are Akshay Khanna. You are the Sports Captain of your school. Your school is organising sports day in a week's time. Write a notice for students to be put up on the notice board to inform them about the date, time and venue of the sports day in 50 words.
Sports Day Notice
Calling all athletes! Our annual Sports Day is happening next week on [Date of Sports Day] at [Time of Sports Day] at the school grounds. Get ready to compete and show your school spirit!
[Your Name] Sports Captain
15. Translate any two of the following sentences into Punjabi/Hindi: 2×1=2
16. Translate any two of the following sentences into English :2×1=2
