Conservation of Plants and Animals from Class 8 Science Chapter 5 highlights the importance of preserving our natural resources. In this chapter you will learn terms like deforestation, biodiversity, and endemic species. You will also learn about how human activities impact forests and wildlife. The chapter also includes information on measures like national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and biosphere reserves. These concepts are important for understanding conservation efforts.
This set of match-the-following questions will help in the revision of the chapter. The questions focuses on key topics like deforestation effects, migratory birds, and endangered species.
Class 8 Science Chapter 5 MCQ Online Test Questions and Answers
Question 1. Deforestation refers to:
a) Planting trees in barren land
b) Cutting trees for human use
c) Growing forests on farms
d) Protecting wildlife
Answer:
b) Cutting trees for human use
Question 2. Which of these is a cause of deforestation?
a) Industrialisation
b) Wildlife conservation
c) Soil fertility
d) Tree plantation
Answer:
a) Industrialisation
Question 3. Deforestation results in:
a) Increase in oxygen levels
b) Decrease in carbon dioxide levels
c) Increase in soil erosion
d) Decrease in global temperatures
Answer:
c) Increase in soil erosion
Question 4. Which natural disaster is linked to deforestation?
a) Earthquakes
b) Floods
c) Volcanic eruptions
d) Tsunamis
Answer:
b) Floods
Question 5. Biosphere reserves aim to:
a) Create zoos
b) Conserve biodiversity
c) Grow crops
d) Build homes
Answer:
b) Conserve biodiversity
Question 6. The lowest layer of soil exposed due to erosion is:
a) Humus
b) Rock layer
c) Fertile layer
d) Clay layer
Answer:
b) Rock layer
Question 7. Endemic species are:
a) Found worldwide
b) Found only in specific areas
c) Extinct species
d) Migratory species
Answer:
b) Found only in specific areas
Question 8. National parks conserve:
a) Wildlife and their habitats
b) Only forests
c) Water bodies
d) Urban areas
Answer:
a) Wildlife and their habitats
Question 9. Which is an example of a migratory bird?
a) Peacock
b) Siberian crane
c) Sparrow
d) Crow
Answer:
b) Siberian crane
Question 10. The Red Data Book records:
a) Fertile soils
b) Endangered species
c) Medicinal plants
d) Natural disasters
Answer:
b) Endangered species
Question 11. A wildlife sanctuary prohibits:
a) Hunting and poaching
b) Grazing
c) Collecting firewood
d) All human activities
Answer:
a) Hunting and poaching
Question 12. An endangered species is one that:
a) Has a large population
b) Is at risk of extinction
c) Can migrate long distances
d) Is found in all ecosystems
Answer:
b) Is at risk of extinction
Question 13. Which of these is an example of flora?
a) Deer
b) Teak
c) Tiger
d) Eagle
Answer:
b) Teak
Question 14. Reforestation helps to:
a) Clear forests
b) Reduce biodiversity
c) Restore destroyed forests
d) Increase urbanisation
Answer:
c) Restore destroyed forests
Question 15. Which law aims to conserve forests in India?
a) Forest Act
b) Wildlife Act
c) Biodiversity Act
d) Protection Act
Answer:
a) Forest Act
Question 16. Migration of birds occurs due to:
a) Change in climate
b) Lack of food
c) Both a and b
d) None of these
Answer:
c) Both a and b
Question 17. The first national park of India is:
a) Kaziranga
b) Satpura
c) Jim Corbett
d) Bandhavgarh
Answer:
c) Jim Corbett
Question 18. Desertification refers to:
a) Making deserts greener
b) Conversion of fertile land to deserts
c) Cutting down deserts
d) Growing crops in deserts
Answer:
b) Conversion of fertile land to deserts
Question 19. Wildlife sanctuaries allow:
a) Poaching
b) Certain human activities
c) Industrialisation
d) Deforestation
Answer:
b) Certain human activities
Question 20. Biosphere reserves include:
a) National parks and sanctuaries
b) Factories
c) Urban areas
d) None of these
Answer:
a) National parks and sanctuaries
Question 21. Which species is extinct?
a) Dinosaur
b) Tiger
c) Elephant
d) Giraffe
Answer:
a) Dinosaur
Question 22. Which tree is found in Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve?
a) Mango
b) Teak
c) Oak
d) Pine
Answer:
b) Teak
Question 23. The Red Data Book is maintained by:
a) Forest department
b) National parks
c) International organisations
d) Zoos
Answer:
c) International organisations
Question 24. Paper recycling helps to:
a) Increase deforestation
b) Save trees
c) Increase pollution
d) Reduce biodiversity
Answer:
b) Save trees
Question 25. Which human activity disturbs biodiversity?
a) Deforestation
b) Afforestation
c) Reforestation
d) Conservation
Answer:
a) Deforestation
Question 26. Flora refers to:
a) Plants
b) Animals
c) Birds
d) Microorganisms
Answer:
a) Plants
Question 27. Conservation of plants and animals protects:
a) Biodiversity
b) Natural resources
c) Ecosystems
d) All of the above
Answer:
d) All of the above
Question 28. Endemic species face extinction due to:
a) Natural disasters
b) Habitat destruction
c) Migration
d) Overpopulation
Answer:
b) Habitat destruction
Question 29. Which is a migratory bird in India?
a) Peacock
b) Flamingo
c) Crow
d) Owl
Answer:
b) Flamingo
Question 30. What does the term “fauna” mean?
a) Trees
b) Animals
c) Soil
d) Forests
Answer:
b) Animals
Question 31. Which natural factor can cause deforestation?
a) Forest fires
b) Reforestation
c) Urbanisation
d) Agriculture
Answer:
a) Forest fires
Question 32. National parks are established to:
a) Protect forests
b) Conserve ecosystems
c) Protect wildlife
d) All of the above
Answer:
d) All of the above
Question 33 – Match the Following
| Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
| 1. Endemic species | A. Red Data Book |
| 2. Migratory birds | B. Protection of wildlife |
| 3. National park | C. Species found only in a specific area |
| 4. Wildlife sanctuary | D. Movement due to climatic changes |
| 5. Endangered species | E. Conservation of ecosystems |
Answer:
| Column A | Correct Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. Endemic species | C. Species found only in a specific area |
| 2. Migratory birds | D. Movement due to climatic changes |
| 3. National park | E. Conservation of ecosystems |
| 4. Wildlife sanctuary | B. Protection of wildlife |
| 5. Endangered species | A. Red Data Book |
