2ND SUMMATIVE EVALUATION
CLASS 8 (VIII) WBBSE
ENGLISH QUESTION PAPER

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2nd Summative Examination 2025
Class – VIII    Sub : English
Full Marks : 50        Time – 1hr 40 min

SECTION – A

READING COMPREHENSION (SEEN)

1. Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follow :

(Princess September)

Suddenly, September heard a tweet-tweet just behind her ear. The bird come in quietly. September felt her heart go thump-thump against her chest, and she made up her mind to take no more risks. She put up her hand and took hold of the bird. The bird was quite used to this, so he suspected nothing. He was surprised when she carried him to the cage, put him in, and shut the door on him. He hopped up on the ivory perch and said, “What is wrong ?”

September said, “Some of mamma’s cats are prowling about tonight, and I think you are much safer out here.”

“Well, just for this once I don’t mind” said the little bird, “so long as you let me out in the morning.” He ate a very good supper and began to sing. But in the middle of his song, he stopped.

“I don’t know what the matter with me is,” he said, “but I don’t feel like singing tonight.”

“Very well,” said September, “go to sleep instead!”

A. Answer the following questions: 1×4=4

(i) What did September hear behind her ear ?
(a) A dog barking
(b) A tweet-tweet of a bird
(c) A whispering voice
(d) A rustling leaf

Ans : (b) A tweet-tweet of a bird.

(ii) What did September decide to do with the bird ?
(a) Release it into the wild
(b) Feed it outside
(c) Put it in a cage
(d) Let it fly away

Ans : (c) Put it in a cage

(iii) Why did September put the bird in the cage ?
(a) To keep it safe from mamma’s cats
(b) To teach it to sing
(c) To give it a bath
(d) To make it a pet

Ans : (a) To keep it safe from mamma’s cats

(iv) What did the bird say after eating supper ?
(a) “I am very tired.”
(b) “I want to go outside.”
(c) “I will sing now.”
(d) “I don’t feel like singing tonight.”

Ans : (c) “I will sing now.”

B. Fill in the blanks with the information from the text : 1×4=4

(i) September heard a __________ _________ just behind her ear.

Ans: tweet-tweet

(ii) The bird was quite used to being ____________ so he suspected nothing.

Ans: caught

(iii) September put the bird into a ______________ and shut the door.

Ans: cage

(iv) The bird began to ____________ after eating supper.

Ans: sing

2. Read the following extract of the poem and answer the questions given below :

The sea is a hungry dog,
Giant and grey.
He rolls on the beach all day.
With his clashing teeth and shaggy jaws
Hour upon hour he gnaws
The rumbling, tumbling stones,
And ‘Bones, bones, bones!’
The giant sea-dog moans.
Licking his greasy paws.

A. Answer the following question: 2×2=4

(i) How is the sea described in the poem ?

Ans: The sea is described as a hungry dog, giant and grey, with clashing teeth and shaggy jaws.

(ii) What activities does the sea-doe perform in the poem ?

Ans: The sea rolls on the beach all day, gnaws at the stones, and moans like a giant dog.

B. Write ‘T’ for True and ‘F’ for false statement. Give supporting statement for your answer : 1×2=2

(i) The sea is portrayed as a friendly and gentle creature in the poem. [F]

(ii) The poem describes the sea as having greasy paws. [F]

SECTION – B

READING COMPREHENSION (UNSEEN)

3. Read the passage carefully to answer the questions that follow :

The Amazon Rainforest is known as the “lungs of the Earth” because it produces about 20% of the world’s oxygen. Spanning over 5.5 million square kilometres, it is Anal home to an incredible diversity of wildlife and plants. The forest is primarily located in Brazil, but it also extends into several other South American countries like Per Colombia, and Venezuela. It plays a vital role in regulating the Earth’s climate by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

Unfortunately, the Amazon faces threats from deforestation, illegal logging, and climate change, which endanger its rich biodiversity. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect this vital ecosystem for future generations. Many organizations and governments are working together to stop illegal activities and promote sustainable practices in the region.

A. Answer the following questions: 2×2=8

(a) What is the Amazon Rainforest called ?

Ans: The Amazon Rainforest is called the lungs of the Earth.

(b) Where is the Amazon Rainforest mainly located ?

Ans: The Amazon Rainforest is mainly located in Brazil.

(c) Why is the Amazon important for the Earth’s climate ?

Ans: The Amazon is mainly important as it absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen.

(d) What are the threats facing the Amazon ?

Ans: The Amazon is deforestation, illegal logging, and climate change.

B. Fill in the blanks with the information from the text : 1×4=4

(1) The Amazon Rainforest produces about _______ of the world’s oxygen.

Ans. 20%

(2) It covers over __________ square kilometres.

Ans. 5.5 million

(3) The forest is mainly in ____________ but extends into other countries.

Ans. Brazil

(4) Conservation efforts help protect the _______________ of the Amazon.

Ans. biodiversity

C. Find vocabulary from the above text : 2×3=6

• Biodiversity— Variety of life

• Deforestation— Cutting down trees

• Ecosystem— Community of living things

D. Write True and False of the following sentences : 1×5=5

(i) The Amazon Rainforest produces about 20% of the world’s oxygen.

Ans: True

(ii) The Amazon Rainforest is primarily located in Venezuela.

Ans: False

(iii) The Amazon plays a significant role in regulating the Earth’s climate by absorbing carbon dioxide.

Ans: True

(iv) Deforestation and climate change are threats facing the Amazon Rainforest.

Ans: True

(v) Conservation efforts are unnecessary because the Amazon Rainforest is not endangered.

Ans: False

GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY

4. Do as directed : 1×11=11

(i) Nandini said to me, “Will you come here tomorrow?” (Change the narration)

Ans: Nandini asked me if I would go there the next day.

(ii) King Arthur had lost his royal sword in a battle. (Change the voice)

Ans: His royal sword had been lost by king Arthur in a battle.

(iii) The dawn broke. September was awakened by the little bird calling her. (Join the sentences)

Ans: When the dawn broke, September was awakened by the little bird calling her.

(iv) I am too weak to walk. (Turn into a complex sentence)

Ans: I am so weak that I can not walk.

(v) Although he was unwell, he went out. (Identify main clause and dependent clause)

Ans: Although he was unwell – dependent clause

he went out – main clause

(vi) Next month my father Will go _______ (go) to Delhi. (Fill in the blanks with future tense of the verb)

Ans: will go

(vii) He returned home when it was raining. (underline the clause and state its kind)

Ans: when it was raining. It is an adverbial clause of time.

(viii) Rima agreed with her friend’s proposal. (Rewrite the sentence using prefix or suffix)

Ans: Rima disagreed with her friend’s proposal.

(ix) Sonali goes to school. (Rewrite the sentence using present continuous tense)

Ans: Sonali is going to school.

(x) Ramesh has a lot of work to do. (identify the infinitive)

Ans: “to do” is the infinitive.

(xi) Time and tide _________ (waits / wait) for none. (use appropriate form of verb)

Ans. wait

SECTION – C

WRITING

Write a paragraph on the ‘Advantages of Visiting Library Regularly’ : 10

Visiting the library regularly offers numerous advantages that significantly enhance one’s knowledge and personal growth. Firstly, libraries provide easy access to a vast collection of books, magazines, and digital resources, enabling individuals to explore a wide range of subjects and stay updated with current information. Regular visits foster a habit of reading, which improves vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, libraries serve as quiet and peaceful environments ideal for focused study and research, free from distractions common at home or other public places. They also promote community engagement, offering opportunities to participate in workshops, seminars, and group activities that broaden perspectives and encourage social interaction. Moreover, frequent library visits can inspire curiosity and lifelong learning, helping individuals develop a positive attitude towards education. Overall, the library is a valuable resource that nurtures intellectual development, creativity, and a love for reading, making it an essential part of personal and academic growth.

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