English Class 8: The Selfish Giant Pronouns

Questions and Answers

Which technique is least effective in mitigating landslides?

Construction of retention wall to stop land from slipping

Decrease in vegetation cover (correct)

Implementation of surface drainage control

Hazard mapping to locate areas prone to landslides

What is the primary reason for the large-scale destruction of forest cover and arable land?

International trade agreements

Technological advancements in farming

Ever-growing demand of the population (correct)

Natural disasters such as hurricanes

Community lands are typically used for which of the following?

Industrial purposes

Private development projects

Commercial farming

Common uses like collection of fodder, fruits, or medicinal herbs (correct)

Proper planning of land use primarily aims to achieve what outcome?

Provide minimum returns Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT contribute to the uneven distribution of population globally?

Fossil fuel reserves Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes evergreen forests from deciduous forests?

Evergreen forests remain green throughout the year while deciduous change seasonally Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct pronoun to fill in the blank: 'It is ___.'?

she Signup and view all the answers

If the standard form of a number like 102 is represented as 51b, what could b logically be?

−101 Signup and view all the answers

What is the denominator in the fraction that represents the cost of 2 meters of cloth, given 3 meters cost ₹x?

3 Signup and view all the answers

How did the transformation of the giant occur over time?

He saw the children sad in winter. Signup and view all the answers

What act of kindness did the giant perform for the child?

He let the child play in his garden. Signup and view all the answers

When dividing the sum of 12 and 4 by its difference, what is the first step in the operation?

Add 12 and 4. Signup and view all the answers

If 3 meters of cloth costs ₹x, what is the cost of 1 meter of cloth?

₹x/3 Signup and view all the answers

What was the underlying reason for the children to feel happy in the Giant's garden?

They could play freely without fear. Signup and view all the answers

What is an ideal characteristic of good fuels?

They have moderate ignition temperature and high calorific value. Signup and view all the answers

Why is water ineffective in extinguishing oil or petrol fires?

Water is lighter than oil, causing it to float and increase flame spread. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement explains why water should not be used on electrical appliance fires?

Water can lead to an increase in electrical conductivity, creating more hazards. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'land degradation' primarily refer to?

The decline in the productivity of cultivated land or forest land. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor primarily influences the uneven distribution of population in the world?

Diverse climatic conditions and land characteristics. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes community land?

Community land is collectively owned and utilized by a group. Signup and view all the answers

If 60 kg of fuel generates 180,000 kJ of energy, what is its calorific value?

3,000 kJ/kg Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a correct characteristic of good fuel?

It must always have a high calorific value regardless of ignition temperature. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the property of rational numbers demonstrated by the equation (3 + 2) + 5 = 3 + (2 + 5).

Associative Signup and view all the answers

Which option results in a value of 1 when evaluated?

Product of a number and its multiplicative inverse Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of combustion in which heat, light, and sound are produced?

Explosive Combustion Signup and view all the answers

What happens to red phosphorus when a matchstick is struck against the rubbing surface?

Reacts with potassium chlorate Signup and view all the answers

The amount of heat energy produced on complete combustion of 1 kg of a fuel is referred to as what?

Calorific value Signup and view all the answers

If a man initially had money and donated 10% to a school followed by donating 6% of the remaining to a church, what fraction of his original amount did he distribute equally among his three children?

1/3 Signup and view all the answers

Which mathematical formula verifies that a(b + c) = (a × b) + (a × c) given a = −3, b = −5 and c = −(−4)?

Distributive property Signup and view all the answers

After a man donated portions of his money, and each of his three children received Rs 50,000, how can we calculate the original amount he had?

By multiplying the amount each child received by 3 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

English - The Selfish Giant

Correct pronoun usage enhances clarity and communication skills.
The story reflects themes of selfishness and kindness through the Giant’s actions.
Walls were built by the Giant to keep children out of his garden, illustrating isolationism.
Children felt happiness in the Giant’s garden due to its beauty and playfulness.
The Giant's transformation from selfish to caring occurred over time, influenced by his interaction with the children.
The act of kindness towards the child led to the Giant experiencing joy and connection in return.

Mathematics - Rational Numbers

Standard form equivalence helps understand simplification of rational numbers.
Cost calculations of various lengths of cloth foster intellectual problem-solving skills.
Analyzing numerical operations strengthens understanding of basic arithmetic concepts.
The commutative and associative properties underline the flexible nature of addition.
Identifying additive and multiplicative inverses aids in grasping fundamental mathematical principles.
Word problems enhance comprehension of real-world applications of mathematical concepts.

Science - Combustion and Flame

Explosive combustion produces heat, light, and sound, showcasing energy release in reactions.
The ignition process for matchsticks involves chemical reactions between elements.
Calorific value indicates the energy potential of fuels, crucial for energy efficiency.
Characteristics of good fuels affect their usability and safety in combustion.
Water is ineffective for oil fires due to density differences that inhibit extinguishing efforts.
Understanding safety protocols for fires emphasizes practical applications of scientific knowledge.

Land degradation indicates reduced productivity of agricultural and forest lands, impacting food security.
Population distribution is influenced by land and climate characteristics, revealing geographic variances.
Community lands serve collective needs, highlighting social and economic aspects of land ownership.
Preventing landslides requires strategic planning, with vegetation cover playing a vital role in land stability.
Deforestation is often driven by population growth and increasing resource demands, leading to environmental challenges.
Reasons for uneven population distribution encompass economic opportunities, climate variances, and geography.
Evergreen forests retain leaf cover year-round, while deciduous forests shed leaves seasonally, highlighting ecological diversity.

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This quiz focuses on the correct usage of pronouns as presented in the story 'The Selfish Giant'. It includes exercises to fill in the blanks with the appropriate pronouns. Ideal for reinforcing grammar skills at the eighth-grade level.

English Class 8: The Selfish Giant Pronouns

Questions and Answers

Which technique is least effective in mitigating landslides?

What is the primary reason for the large-scale destruction of forest cover and arable land?

Community lands are typically used for which of the following?

Proper planning of land use primarily aims to achieve what outcome?

Which factor does NOT contribute to the uneven distribution of population globally?

What distinguishes evergreen forests from deciduous forests?

What is the correct pronoun to fill in the blank: 'It is ___.'?

If the standard form of a number like 102 is represented as 51b, what could b logically be?

What is the denominator in the fraction that represents the cost of 2 meters of cloth, given 3 meters cost ₹x?

How did the transformation of the giant occur over time?

What act of kindness did the giant perform for the child?

When dividing the sum of 12 and 4 by its difference, what is the first step in the operation?

If 3 meters of cloth costs ₹x, what is the cost of 1 meter of cloth?

What was the underlying reason for the children to feel happy in the Giant's garden?

What is an ideal characteristic of good fuels?

Why is water ineffective in extinguishing oil or petrol fires?

Which statement explains why water should not be used on electrical appliance fires?

What does the term 'land degradation' primarily refer to?

Which factor primarily influences the uneven distribution of population in the world?

Which statement correctly describes community land?

If 60 kg of fuel generates 180,000 kJ of energy, what is its calorific value?

Which of the following represents a correct characteristic of good fuel?

Identify the property of rational numbers demonstrated by the equation (3 + 2) + 5 = 3 + (2 + 5).

Which option results in a value of 1 when evaluated?

What is the type of combustion in which heat, light, and sound are produced?

What happens to red phosphorus when a matchstick is struck against the rubbing surface?

The amount of heat energy produced on complete combustion of 1 kg of a fuel is referred to as what?

If a man initially had money and donated 10% to a school followed by donating 6% of the remaining to a church, what fraction of his original amount did he distribute equally among his three children?

Which mathematical formula verifies that a(b + c) = (a × b) + (a × c) given a = −3, b = −5 and c = −(−4)?

After a man donated portions of his money, and each of his three children received Rs 50,000, how can we calculate the original amount he had?

Study Notes

English - The Selfish Giant

Mathematics - Rational Numbers

Science - Combustion and Flame

Social Science - Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources

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