CLASS- 8 SUBJECT : English CHAPTER-10 THE GREAT STONE PHASE II

  EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

17/02/2022      CLASS- 8 SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : english 
CHAPTER-10
THE GREAT STONE PHASE II  

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Question 1: Mark the meaning that best fits the word or a phrase in the story.

(i) (sun) going down

(a) becoming smaller
(b) weakening
(c) setting

(ii) brightening

(a) making (it) look bright and cheerful
(b) lending (it) a special glow
(c) causing (it) to appear hopeful

(iii) spacious

(a) lonely and wild
(b) big and wide
(c) special and important

(iv) prophecy

(a) proverb
(b) prediction
(c) rumour

(v) marvellous

(a) wonderful
(b) surprising
(c) shocking

(vi) proclaim

(a) reveal
(b) declare
(c) shout

(vii) cease

(a) happen
(b) stop
(c) remain

(viii) (a night’s shelter)

(a) stay
(b) safety
(c) hospitality

(ix) gazed

(a) wandered about
(b) stared at
(c) thought of

(x) took on (an expression)

(a) challenged
(b) resembled
(c) assumed

Answers:

(i) c          (ii) a          (iii) b      (iv) b
(v) a         (vi) b         (vii) b      (viii) a
(ix) b        (x) c

Questions: Write ‘True’ or ‘False’ against each of the following statements.

1. Ernest’s words reminded people of the wise old sayings. __________
2. Total strangers from far away, who visited Ernest in the valley, found his face familiar. _______
3. The Great Stone Face confirmed Ernest’s view that the poet could be worthy of its likeness. _______
4. When Ernest and the poet met, they respected and admired each other equally. ________
5. The poet along with Ernest addressed the inhabitants of the valley. ___________
6. The poet realised that Ernest’s thoughts were far nobler than his own verses. _________

Answers:

1. True
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. False
6. True

Answer the followig questions.
Question 1:How was Ernest different from others in the valley?
Answer:
Ernest was unlike other commoners in the valley. He was a good, simple hearted, noble and thoughtful person. He had been under observation. He did not go with the crowd. He welcomed total strangers as the prophets.

Question 2:Why did Ernest think the poet was like the Stone Face?
Answer:
The poet wrote wonderful songs. He had celebrated the Great stone Face in one of his poems. When Ernest read this poem he became convinced that the poet was like the stone face.

Question 3:What did the poet himself say about his thoughts and poems?
Answer:
The poet confessed that he was not worthy to be compared with the Stone Face. His actions did not match with his thoughts.

Question 4:What made the poet proclaim Ernest was the Stone Face?
Answer:
Ernest and the poet together went to a meeting place. Ernest addressed the gathering. His words had power and his thoughts had depth. They were the words of life, a life of good deeds and selfless love. The poet was convinced that Ernest – was much nobler than him. Ernest’s face had such a grand expression that he declared that Ernest bore the likeness of the Great Stone Face.

Question 5:Write ‘Ernest’ or ‘Poet’, against each statement below.

(i) There was a gap between his life and his words.
(ii) His words had the power of truth as they agreed with his thoughts.
(iii) His words were as soothing as a heavenly song but only as useful as a vague dream.
(iv) His thoughts were worthy.
(v) Whatever he said was truth itself.

CLASS- 8 SUBJECT : SOCIAL SCIENCE CHAPTER-7 Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners,

 EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

12/02/2022      CLASS- 8  SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : SOCIAL SCIENCE
CHAPTER-7
Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners,  

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Question 1.Choose the correct option:

(i) One of the most important Indian ports of the 17th century.
(a) Bombay
(b) Madras
(c) Surat
(d) Vishakhapatnam

(ii) Bandana patterns were mostly produced in
(a) Rajasthan and Gujarat
(b) Rajasthan and Orissa
(c) Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
(d) Chhattisgarh and West Bengal

(iii) The job of a rangrez was to
(a) Weave cloth
(b) Dye thread
(c) Transport goods to. the markets
(d) Spin thread on the charkha

(iv) The first cotton mill in India was established in
(a) Gujarat
(b) Bombay
(c) Madras
(d) West Bengal

(v) Wootz steel was produced all over
(a) South India
(b) North India
(c) Central India
(d) North-east India
Answer:
(i)(c), (ii)(a), (iii)(b), (iv)(b), (v)(a)

Question 2.
Fill in the blanks with appropriate words to complete each sentence.

1. The cotton textiles which the Portuguese took back to Europe, along with the spices came to be known as …………..
2. The …………….. was invented by John Kaye which increased the of the traditional spindles.
3. Weavers often belonged to communities that specialized in ……………..
4. ………….. and ………………. emerged as important new centres of weaving in the late 19th century.
5. Indian Wootz steel fascinated ………………. scientists.
6. The Tata Iron and Steel factory is situated on the banks of the river …………..
7. TISCO had to expand its capacity and extend the size of its factory to meet the demands of the …………..

Answer:

1. Calico
2. Spinning Jenny
3. weaving
4. Sholapur; Madurai
5. European
6. Subamarekha
7. war

Question 3.
State whether each of the following statements is True or False.

1. From the 1850s, Britain came to be known as the ‘workshop of the world’.
2. The invention of the spinning jenny and steam engine revolutionized cotton textile weaving in England.
3. European trading companies such as the Dutch, the French, and the English purchased cotton and silk textiles in India by importing diamonds.
4. Men were usually involved in the work of spinning.
5. Iron smelting in India was extremely common until the end of the 19th century.
6. The Tata Iron and Steel Company began to produce steel after the First World War.

Answer:

1. True
2. True
3. False
4. False
5. True
6. False

Question 4.
Match the items given in Column A correctly with those given in Column B.

Answer:
(i) (c), (ii) (a), (iii) (e), (iv) (b), (v) (d)

Class 8 History Chapter 7 Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners Very Short Answer Type Questions

Question 1.
Give two reasons why Indian textiles were renowned all over the world.
Answer:
Their fine quality and beautiful craftsmanship made them renowned all over the world.

Question 2.
Why were printed Indian cotton textiles I popular in England?
Answer:
Printed Indian cotton textiles were popular in England for their exquisite floral designs, fine texture and relative cheapness.

Question 3.
During which period patola weaving was famous?
Answer:
It was famous during the mid-19th century.

Question 4.
Name the origin of the word calico.
Answer:
Calicut.

Short Answer Type Questions

Question 1.
How were Indian textiles viewed in the world market?
Answer:
India was the largest producer of cotton textiles in the world before the British conquered Bengal around 1750. Indian textiles had long been renowned both for their fine quality and exquisite craftsmanship. They were extensively traded in Southeast Asia (Java, Sumatra, and Penang) and West and Central Asia. From the 16th-century European trading companies began buying Indian textiles for sale in Europe.

Question 2.
How did the inventions of the Spinning Jenny and Steam Engine revolutionise cotton textile weaving in England?
Answer:
Textile industries had just emerged in England in the early 18th century.
So, it was difficult for the English producers to compete with Indian textiles. This competition with Indian textiles led to a search for technological innovation in England. In 1764, the Spinning Jenny was invented by John Kaye which increased the productivity of the traditional spindles.
Then came the steam engine. It was invented by Richard Arkwright in 1786. These two inventions revolutionised cotton textile weaving in England. Cloth could now be woven in immense quantities and cheaply too.

Question 3.
Give a description of the four regions where textile production was concen¬trated in the early 19th century.
Answer:
Textile production was concentrated in the following four regions in the early 19th century:

1. Bengal was one of the most important centres. Located along the numerous rivers in the delta, the production centres in Bengal could easily transport goods to distant places.
2. Dacca in Eastern Bengal, present-day Bangladesh, was the foremost textile centre in the 18th century. It was famous for its mulmut and jamdani weaving.
3. Textile production was concentrated along the Coromandal coast stretching from Madras to northern Andhra Pradesh.
4. On the west coast there were important weaving centres in Gujarat.

CLASS- 8 SUBJECT : CIVIC CHAPTER-3 WHY DO WE NEED A PARLIAMENT,

 EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

10/02/2022      CLASS- 8  SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : CIVIC
CHAPTER-3 
WHY DO WE NEED A PARLIAMENT,  

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Question 1.When did India become independent?
Answer:
On 15th August 1947.

Question 2.Which is the most important symbol of Indian democracy and a key feature of the Constitution?
Answer:
The Parliament is an important symbol and key feature of Indian democracy.

Question 3.What is Universal Adult Franchise?
Answer:
It means that all Adult Citizens of the country have the right to vote.

Question 4.In how many years is the Lok Sabha elected?
Answer:
Once in every 5 years.

Question 5.How many elected members are there in Lok Sabha?
Answer:
543 elected members

Question 6.Who selects ministers to work with him/her to implement decisions?
Answer:
The Prime Minister selects ministers.

Question 7.Which is the very important way through which the Parliament controls the executive? Answer:
During Question Hour MPs can elicit information about the working of the government.

Question 8.How are the marginalized given adequate representation?
Answer:
By reserving the seats in the Parliament, the marginalized are given adequate representation

Question Write a brief note on the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha.
Solution:
Rajya Sabha
The Rajya Sabha functions primarily as the representative of the states of India, in the Parliament. There are 233 elected members plus 12 members nominated by the President. The members of the Rajya Sabha are elected by the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of various states. The Rajya Sabha plays an important role of reviewing and altering the laws initiated by the Lok Sabha.
Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha, known as the House of the People, with a total membership of 543, is presided over by the Speaker. The country is divided into 543 Lok Sabha constituencies. During a Lok Sabha election, people from different political parties stand for elections. Once elected, these candidates become Members of Parliament or MPs. These MPs together make up the Parliament.

CLASS-8 SUBJECT SCIENCE CHAPTER-6 COMBUSTION AND FLAMES

 EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

01/02/2022      CLASS- 8   SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : SCIENCE

CHAPTER-6
COMBUSTION AND FLAMES

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Question 1.List conditions under which combustion can take place.
Answer:
Combustion can take place in the presence of:
(a) a combustible substance.
(b) oxygen, that is, the supporter of combustion.
(c) attainment of ignition temperature of the substance.

Question 2.Fill in the blanks.
(a) Burning of wood and coal causes pollutionof air.
(b) A liquid fuel, used in homes is LPG
(c) Fuel must be heated to its ignition temperature before it starts burning.
(d) Fire produced by oil cannot be controlled by water

Question 3.Explain how the use of CNG in automobiles has reduced pollution in our cities.
Answer:
The use of CNG in automobiles has reduced pollution in our cities as it is a quality fuel and has some benefits:
(a) It gives out less carbon dioxide gas, carbon monoxide gas, sulphur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide, which is beneficial as they play crucial role in global warming and acid rain.
(b) It leaves behind no residue after its combustion.

Question 4.Compare LPG and wood as fuels.
Answer:

LPG	Wood
(i) It does not cause pollution on combustion.	(i) It pollutes air on its combustion.
(ii) No smoke is produced.	(ii) It produces smoke.
(iii) It is a liquid fuel.	(iii) It is a solid fuel.
(iv) It has more calorific value (55000 kJ/kg).	(iv) It has less calorific value (17000 kJ/kg).
(v) It can be easily transported, as it is stored in cylinders.	(v) It can’t be transported easily like LPG fuels.

Very Short Answer Questions

Question 1.Name the most common fuel used in homes.
Answer:
Liquefied Petroleum Gas. (LPG)

Question 2.Name the most common fire extinguisher.
Answer:
Water

Question 3.What are the states in which a fuel may exist?
Answer:
A fuql may exist in solid, liquid or gaseous state.

Question 4.Name any two combustible substances.
Answer:
Charcoal, wood

Question 5.Does magnesium produce heat and light during its combustion?
Answer:
Yes, it does.

Short Answer Questions

Question 1.What does magnesium burn to form?
Answer:
Magnesium burns to form magnesium oxide and produces heat and light.

Question 2.What does coal produce during its combustion?
Answer:
Coal produces carbon dioxide, heat and light during its combustion.

Question 3.What is combustion?
Answer:
Combustion is a chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give off heat.

Question 4.Define ignition temperature of a fuel.
Answer:
The lowest temperature at which a fuel catches fire is called its ignition temperature.

Question 5.How does a matchstick catch fire?
Answer:
By rubbing a matchstick against a rough surface (friction), it attains its ignition temperature and thus catches fire.

CLASS-8 SUBJECT MATHS CHAPTER-14 (EXERCISE 14.1) FACTORIZATION.

 EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

31/01/2022      CLASS- 8   SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : MATHS

CHAPTER-14 (EXERCISE-14.1)
FACTORIZATION

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Question 1.Find the common factors of the given terms.
(i) 12x, 36
(ii) 2y, 22xy
(iii) 14pq, 28p2q2
(iv) 2x, 3x2, 4
(v) 6abc, 24ab2, 12a2b

Solution:
(i) 12x, 36
(2 × 2 × 3 × x) and (2 × 2 × 3 × 3)
Common factors are 2 × 2 × 3 = 12
Hence, the common factor = 12

(ii) 2y, 22xy
= (2 × y) and (2 × 11 × x × y)
Common factors are 2 × y = 2y
Hence, the common factor = 2y

(iii) 14pq, 28p2q2
= (2 × 7 × p × q) and (2 × 2 × 7 × p × p × q × q)
Common factors are 2 × 7 × p × q = 14pq
Hence, the common factor = 14pq

(iv) 2x, 3x2, 4
= (2 × x), (3 × x × x) and (2 × 2)
Common factor is 1
Hence, the common factor = 1 [∵ 1 is a factor of every number]

(v) 6abc, 24ab2, 12a2b
= (2 × 3 × a × b × c), (2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × a × b × b) and (2 × 2 × 3 × a × a × b)
Common factors are 2 × 3 × a × b = 6ab
Hence, the common factor = 6ab

Question 2.Factorise the following expressions.
(i) 7x – 42
(ii) 6p – 12q
(iii) 7a2 + 14a
(iv) -16z + 20z3
(v) 20l2m + 30alm
(vi) 5x2y – 15xy2

Solution:
(i) 7x – 42 = 7(x – 6)
(ii) 6p – 12q = 6(p – 2q)
(iii) 7a2 + 14a = 7a(a + 2)
(iv) -16z + 20z3 = 4z(-4 + 5z2)
(v) 20l2m + 30alm = 10lm(2l + 3a)
(vi) 5x2y – 15xy2 = 5xy(x – 3y)

Question 3.Factorise:
(i) x2 + xy + 8x + 8y
(ii) 15xy – 6x + 5y – 2
(iii) ax + bx – ay – by

Solution:
(i) x2 + xy + 8x + 8y
Grouping the terms, we have
x2 + xy + 8x + 8y
= x(x + y) + 8(x + y)
= (x + y)(x + 8)
Hence, the required factors = (x + y)(x + 8)

(ii) 15xy – 6x + 5y – 2
Grouping the terms, we have
(15xy – 6x) + (5y – 2)
= 3x(5y – 2) + (5y – 2)
= (5y – 2)(3x + 1)

(iii) ax + bx – ay – by
Grouping the terms, we have
= (ax – ay) + (bx – by)
= a(x – y) + b(x – y)
= (x – y)(a + b)
Hence, the required factors = (x – y)(a + b)

CLASS-8 SUBJECT MATHS (FINALS-E) CHAPTER-11(EXERCISE11.4) MENSURATION.

EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

27/01/2022      CLASS- 8   SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : MATHS

CHAPTER-11 (EXERCISE 11.4)
MENSURATION

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 Question 1.Given a cylindrical tank, in which situation will you find the surface area and in which situation volume.

(a) To find how much it can hold.
(b) Number of cement bags required to plaster it.
(c) To find the number of smaller tanks that can be filled with water from it.
Solution:
(a) In this situation, we can find the volume.
(b) In this situation, we can find the surface area.
(c) In this situation, we can find the volume.

 Question 2.Diameter of cylinder A is 7 cm, and the height is 14 cm. Diameter of cylinder B is 14 cm and height is 7 cm. Without doing any calculations can you suggest whose volume is greater? Verify it by finding the volume of both the cylinders. Check whether the cylinder with greater volume also has greater surface area?

Solution:
Cylinder B has a greater volume.
Verification:
Volume of cylinder A = πr2h

Question 3.Find the height of a cuboid whose base area is 180 cm2 and volume is 900 cm3.

Solution:
Given: Area of base = lb = 180 cm2
V = 900 cm3
Volume of the cuboid = l × b × h
900 = 180 × h
h = 5 cm
Hence, the required height = 5 cm.

Question 4.A cuboid is of dimensions 60 cm × 54 cm × 30 cm. How many small cubes with side 6 cm can be placed in the given cuboid?

Solution:
Volume of the cuboid = l × b × h = 60 cm × 54 cm × 30 cm = 97200 cm3
Volume of the cube = (Side)3 = (6)3 = 216 cm3
Number of the cubes from the cuboid

Hence, the required number of cubes = 450.

 Question 5.Find the height of the cylinder whose volume is 1.54 m3 and the diameter of the base is 140 cm.

Solution:
V = 1.54 m3, d = 140 cm = 1.40 m
Volume of the cylinder = πr2h

Hence, the height of cylinder = 1 m.

Question 6.A milk tank is in the form of a cylinder whose radius is 1.5 m and length is 7 m. Find the quantity of milk in litres that can be stored in the tank.

Solution:
Here, r = 1.5 m
h = 7 m
.’. Volume of the milk tank = πr2h
= 227 × 1.5 × 1.5 × 7
= 22 × 2.25
= 49.50 m3
Volume of milk in litres = 49.50 × 1000 L (∵ 1 m3 = 1000 litres)
= 49500 L
Hence, the required volume = 49500 L.

 Question 7.If each edge of a cube is doubled,

(i) how many times will it be surface area increase?
(ii) how many times will its volume increase?
Solution:
Let the edge of the cube = x cm
If the edge is doubled, then the new edge = 2x cm
(i) Original surface area = 6x2 cm2
New surface area = 6(2x)2 = 6 × 4x2 = 24x2
Ratio = 6x2 : 24x2 = 1 : 4
Hence, the new surface area will be four times the original surface area.

(ii) Original volume of the cube = x3 cm3
New volume of the cube = (2x)3 = 8x3 cm3
Ratio = x3 : 8x3 = 1 : 8
Hence, the new volume will be eight times the original volume.

Question 8.Water is pouring into a cuboidal reservoir at the rate of 60 litres per minute. If the volume of the reservoir is 108 m3, find the number of hours it will take to fill the reservoir.

Solution:
Volume of the reservoir = 108 m3 = 108000 L [∵1 m3 = 1000 L]
Volume of water flowing into the reservoir in 1 minute = 60 L
Time taken to fill the reservoir

Hence, the required hour to fill the reservoir = 30 hours.

CLASS-8 SUBJECT SOCIAL SCIENCE (FINALS-E) CIVIC CHAPTER-4 UNDERSTANDING LAW.

  EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL

27/01/2022      CLASS- 8   SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : SOCIAL SCIENCE CIVIC

CHAPTER-4 
UNDERSTANDING LAW

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1. When did the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act come into effect?
   1. 2006
   2. 1990
   3. 2001
   4. 2005 -Answer 
2. A bill finally becomes an Act after the assent of______.
   1. President -Answer
   2. Prime Minister
   3. Supreme Court
   4. Speaker
3. When was the Sedition Act passed?
   1. 1870 -Answer
   2. 1860
   3. 1919
   4. 1858
4. Abuse of the woman includes…………….
   1. Economic abuse
   2. Sexual abuse
   3. Verbal abuse
   4. All of these -Answer

5. Match the following:

   (i) The Sedition Act	(a) 2006 (2)
   (ii) Protection of women from Domestic Violence Act	(b) 1919 (3)
   (iii) Rowlatt Act	(c) Lead to conflict (4)
   (iv) Controversial Laws	(d)1870 (1)

6. 1. All persons in independent India are equal before the law.
   2. The colonial law was arbitrary
   3. Indian judges began to play a greater role in making decisions
   4. The role of citizens is crucial in helping the parliament frame different concerns that people might have into laws.

7. State True or False:

   1. Girls can inherit father’s property. True
   2. The British government was good to the Indian people. False
   3. The Indian Constitution served the Indians with the laws which are equal to all without any discrimination. True
   4. The Parliament does not have any role in making laws. False

8. Answer the following questions:-

Question 1. Mention the different categories under which Law can be classified.
Solution: Some of the categories under which law can be classifies are…
Criminal law
Contract Law
Property Law
International law
Equity and Trust Laws

Question 2 Write a short note on Lady Justice.
Solution: Lady Justice or Justitia is the Roman Goddess of Justice. It is a personification of the moral force that underlies the legal system. Her blindfolded eyes symbolize equality under the law and impartiality towards all the people who are governed by it. The weighing scales represent the balancing of people’s interests under the law, and her sword denotes the law’s force of reason.

Question 3 Mention some of the common laws that govern us.
Solution: Some of the common laws that govern us are…
The age at which a person can vote
Specific age for marriage
Laws governing the selling and buying of property

Question 4 What is a constitution?
Solution:A Constitution is a document outlining the basic laws or principals by which a country is governed.

Question 5State Article 14 of the Indian constitution
Solution:Article 14 – Equality before law. – The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India.

Question 6 How was the system of law during ancient times in India?
Solution: In ancient India, there were countless and overlapping local laws. Different communities were given the liberty to enforce the laws according to their need. In some cases, the punishment that two persons received for the same crime varied depending on their caste. The lower castes were punished more harshly.

Question 7 When was the Hindu Succession Amendment Act revised?
Solution: The Hindu Succession Amendment Act was revised in 2005.

Question 8 What was the Sedition Act?
Solution: According to the Sedition Act of 1870 any person protesting or criticising the British government could be arrested without due trial.