Work Sheet and Practice Set from The New House by John Boyne

FULL ICSE TEST PAPER – 1

THE NEW HOUSE

Class VIII English Literature

Marks: 50

Time: 1 Hour

SECTION A

Reference to Context [10 Marks]

Read the extract carefully and answer the questions that follow:

"When he first saw the new house Bruno's eyes opened wide, his mouth made the shape of an O and his arms stretched out at his sides."

1. Who is Bruno? Why had he come to see the new house? (2)

2. Describe Bruno's first reaction after seeing the house. What does this reaction reveal about his feelings? (2)

3. Why was Bruno disappointed with the new house? Mention any three reasons. (3)

4. Compare Bruno's old house in Berlin with the new house. Mention any three points of difference. (3)

SECTION B

Short Answer Questions [15 Marks]

Answer the following in about 40–50 words each.

1. Why was Bruno unwilling to leave Berlin? (3)

2. How did Mother try to convince Bruno to accept the move? (3)

3. Why did Bruno feel that Father had made a terrible mistake? (3)

4. How does the chapter establish the theme of loneliness? (3)

5. Describe Bruno's life in Berlin before the move. (3)

SECTION C

Detailed Answer Questions [15 Marks]

Answer any three in about 80–100 words each.

1. Describe Bruno's feelings and thoughts when he explored the surroundings of the new house.

2. What impression do you form of Mother from this chapter? Support your answer with examples.

3. How does the author use the setting to reflect Bruno's emotional condition?

4. What difficulties does Bruno face in adjusting to the new environment?

SECTION D

Long Answer Question [10 Marks]

Answer in about 150–180 words.

"The move from Berlin changes Bruno's life completely."

Discuss how the author presents Bruno's disappointment, loneliness and inability to accept change in the chapter.

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Extra Question answers from the CHAPTER: HUMAN BODY – THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM

FULL QUESTION PAPER (100 MARKS)

SECTION A – OBJECTIVE TYPE (20 Marks)

A1. Choose the correct option (10 × 1 = 10 marks)

1. Which blood group is called the universal donor?
   a) A b) B c) AB d) O
2. The largest artery in the human body is the:
   a) Pulmonary artery b) Aorta c) Coronary artery d) Renal artery
3. Which blood vessel carries blood towards the heart?
   a) Artery b) Vein c) Capillary d) Aorta
4. The fluid matrix of blood is called:
   a) Plasma b) Platelets c) RBC d) WBC
5. Which part of the heart pumps blood to the lungs?
   a) Left atrium b) Left ventricle c) Right atrium d) Right ventricle
6. Blood vessels that connect arteries and veins are:
   a) Veins b) Arteries c) Capillaries d) Aorta
7. Which valve is present between left atrium and left ventricle?
   a) Tricuspid b) Bicuspid c) Semilunar d) Pulmonary
8. The normal heartbeat rate of an adult is about:
   a) 50 bpm b) 72 bpm c) 100 bpm d) 120 bpm
9. Which system runs parallel to the circulatory system?
   a) Nervous system b) Digestive system c) Lymphatic system d) Respiratory system
10. Blood without oxygen is called:
    a) Oxygenated blood b) Deoxygenated blood c) Plasma d) Serum

A2. Fill in the blanks (5 × 1 = 5 marks)

1. The _________ system transports materials in the body.
2. The heart works like a _________.
3. _________ cells fight against germs.
4. The largest vein is the _________.
5. Blood group _________ is universal recipient.

A3. True or False (5 × 1 = 5 marks)

1. Arteries carry blood towards the heart.
2. Capillaries are thick-walled vessels.
3. The heart has four chambers.
4. Platelets help in blood clotting.
5. Lymph is red in colour.

SECTION B – SHORT ANSWERS (30 Marks)

B1. Very short answers (6 × 2 = 12 marks)

1. What is blood?
2. Name the three types of blood vessels.
3. What is the function of haemoglobin?
4. What are valves?
5. What is pulse?
6. Name the four chambers of the heart.

B2. Short answers (6 × 3 = 18 marks)

1. Write any three functions of blood.
2. Differentiate between arteries and veins (any 3 points).
3. What is double circulation?
4. What is the role of white blood cells?
5. What is lymph? Write its function.
6. What is blood pressure?

SECTION C – DIAGRAM & APPLICATION (20 Marks)

C1. Diagram-based questions (10 marks)

1. Draw a neat labelled diagram of the human heart. (5 marks)
2. Draw and label artery, vein and capillary. (5 marks)

C2. Application-based questions (10 marks)

1. Why do veins have valves but arteries do not? (3 marks)
2. Why is double circulation important? (3 marks)
3. Why does a person feel tired when haemoglobin is low? (4 marks)

Human Body – II: The Circulatory System

✅ SECTION I

A. Choose the correct option.

1. Which of the following blood groups does a universal recipient have?
a. AB b. A c. B d. O
Answer: a. AB

2. Valves are present in …………………….
a. arteries b. veins c. heart d. both veins and heart
Answer: d. both veins and heart

3. The largest veins in the body are the …………………….
a. superior and inferior vena cava
b. aorta
c. pulmonary veins
d. cardiac veins
Answer: a. superior and inferior vena cava

4. The largest artery in the body is the …………………….
a. pulmonary artery b. aorta c. renal artery d. coronary artery
Answer: b. aorta

5. The rhythmic contraction and relaxation of chambers of the heart is:
a. heart rate b. heart attack c. heartbeat d. pulse
Answer: c. heartbeat

6. The circulation of lymphatic fluid increases due to:
P. Heartbeat
Q. Pumping of heart
R. Muscular activity of lymph vessels
S. Exercise

a. Only P
b. Only Q and R
c. Only R and S
d. Only P, Q, and S

Answer: c. Only R and S

7. What is the correct sequence of blood being pumped from lungs to heart?
a. Lungs → Pulmonary Artery → Left Ventricle
b. Lungs → Pulmonary Artery → Left Atrium
c. Lungs → Pulmonary Vein → Left Atrium
d. Lungs → Pulmonary vein → Right Atrium

Answer: c. Lungs → Pulmonary Vein → Left Atrium

8. Rishabh’s father has to undergo a major heart surgery. The doctor advises Rishabh to make prior arrangement of blood that would be required for transfusion during the surgery. His father’s blood group is A. What is the compatible blood group that Rishabh needs to arrange from the blood donors?
P. AB
Q. O
R. A

a. Only P
b. Only Q
c. Only P and Q
d. Only Q and R

Answer: d. Only Q and R

9. Which of the following is the feature of an artery?
a. Wider cavity b. Thin wall c. One layer d. Thick wall
Answer: d. Thick wall

10. In ……………………. circulation, blood is transported from the heart, through the lungs, and then back to the heart.
a. systemic b. double c. pulmonary d. coronary
Answer: c. pulmonary

Grandfather and the Python – Complete Question Answer Set

Grandfather and the Python

by Ruskin Bond

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 by Gerald Malcolm Durrell

Extra Questions and Answers from Against Idleness and Mischief by Isaac Watts and How Doth the Little Crocodile by Lewis Carroll

⭐ SECTION 1 — Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) (20 Questions)

1. Which creature is used by Watts to teach hard work?

a) Ant

b) Bee

c) Sparrow

d) Butterfly

Ans: b)

2. “Against Idleness and Mischief” mainly warns against:

a) Kindness

b) Laziness

c) Honesty

d) Joy

Ans: b)

3. Bees gather honey from:

a) Leaves

b) Stones

c) Flowers

d) Soil

Ans: c)

4. The tone of “How Doth the Little Crocodile” is:

a) Serious

b) Humorous

c) Sad

d) Angry

Ans: b)

5. The crocodile’s smile is:

a) Honest

b) Kind

c) False

d) Sad

Ans: c)

6. The word “improve” in the crocodile poem means:

a) Destroy

b) Make better

c) Hide

d) Forget

Ans: b)

7. Watts suggests that idle hands lead to:

a) Strength

b) Mischief

c) Peace

d) Success

Ans: b)

8. The crocodile improves his tail by:

a) Dirtying it

b) Scratching it

c) Spreading Nile water

d) Painting it

Ans: c)

9. The bees’ work teaches:

a) Laziness

b) Constant effort

c) Anger

d) Cruelty

Ans: b)

10. The crocodile welcomes:

a) Birds

b) Fish

c) Insects

d) Frogs

Ans: b)

11. Watts encourages children to be:

a) Idlers

b) Busy

c) Shy

d) Silent

Ans: b)

12. Carroll’s poem is a parody of another poem about:

a) A snail

b) A shark

c) A bee

d) Diligence

Ans: d)

13. The poem describes the crocodile’s scales as:

a) Blue

b) Golden

c) Pale

d) Dull

Ans: b)

14. “Idle hands” means:

a) Very clean hands

b) Sick hands

c) Hands doing nothing

d) Hands working hard

Ans: c)

15. In Watts’ poem, mischief is compared to:

a) Poison

b) A friend

c) A song

d) Something natural

Ans: a)

16. The crocodile’s claws are:

a) Spread neatly

b) Hidden

c) Broken

d) Soft

Ans: a)

17. The bee builds its cell with:

a) Wax

b) Clay

c) Mud

d) Leaves

Ans: a)

18. The crocodile’s grin seems:

a) Painful

b) Cheerful

c) Tired

d) Angry

Ans: b)

19. Both poems use animals to:

a) Frighten children

b) Teach lessons

c) Show scientific facts

d) Entertain only

Ans: b)

20. The main theme common to both poems is:

a) Deception

b) Nature

c) Hard work vs. trickery

d) Friendship

Ans: c)

Robinson Crusoe

Chapter 8

A

1. What did Friday become?

= Friday became a faithful helper and a true companion to Crusoe. He proved to be a loyal and trustworthy friend.

2. What did Friday say to Crusoe's gun?

= Friday requested Crusoe’s gun not to harm him.

3. Why was Crusoe happier now?

= Crusoe taught Friday to speak English, and he learned quickly. At last, Crusoe had someone to talk to, and Friday’s company gave him great joy. Crusoe liked his cheerful nature and valued his help. He also taught Friday how to use a gun and gave him tools like a knife and an axe to carry.

Assam Floods

(Excursions)

Workout

A. Fill in the blanks with the correct answers.

1. The Kaziranga National Park and .................. were affected by the 2016 Assam floods.

a. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. [✓]

b. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary. [ ]

c. Gir National Park. [ ]

d. Ranthambore National Park. [ ]

Extra Questions and Answers

from the Poem Palm Tree

by Rabindranath Tagore

🌴 Palm Tree by Rabindranath Tagore – Summary

Rabindranath Tagore’s poem Palm Tree beautifully personifies a tall palm tree as a restless, ambitious being. The tree, standing high above others, appears to stretch endlessly upward, as if yearning to touch the sky. It wishes to break free from its roots and climb beyond earthly bounds. Tagore describes how the palm tree, despite its height, feels confined, longing for freedom and vastness like a bird flying to distant lands. Yet, its roots firmly bind it to the ground. The poem reflects the human desire for growth, ambition, and liberation, while also reminding us of the limitations imposed by nature and destiny.

Extra Questions and Answers

from the chapter Dusk by Saki

📘 Extra Questions & Answers from Dusk by Saki

Part A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Who is the main character in the story Dusk?
a) Norman Gortsby
b) Jessie Pope
c) Mr. Nuttel
d) Framton
Answer: a) Norman Gortsby

At what time does the story take place?
a) Morning
b) Afternoon
c) Evening
d) Midnight
Answer: c) Evening

According to Gortsby, dusk is the hour of—
a) Success
b) Defeat
c) Happiness
d) Friendship
Answer: b) Defeat

Where is Gortsby sitting in the story?
a) At a café
b) On a park bench
c) At a theatre
d) In a library
Answer: b) On a park bench

What problem does the young stranger narrate to Gortsby?
a) He lost his money
b) He forgot his hotel address
c) He lost his soap
d) He missed his train
Answer: b) He forgot his hotel address

What object plays a key role in the story’s climax?
a) A matchbox
b) A wallet
c) A ticket
d) A soap
Answer: d) A soap

What convinces Gortsby to believe the young man’s story?
a) His polite manner
b) His tears
c) The bar of soap
d) His dress
Answer: c) The bar of soap

Why does Gortsby return the money to the young man?
a) He feels pity
b) He sees the soap
c) He knows the man
d) He is tricked
Answer: b) He sees the soap

Whose soap was it actually?
a) The young man’s
b) Gortsby’s
c) The old gentleman’s
d) No one’s
Answer: c) The old gentleman’s

What is the theme of the story?
a) Truth always wins
b) Appearances are deceptive
c) Honesty pays
d) Success comes late
Answer: b) Appearances are deceptive

Extra Question Answers from the poem

Hero by Rabindranath Tagore

📘 Question & Answer Set on Hero by Rabindranath Tagore

Part A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Who is the speaker in the poem Hero?
a) A father
b) A little boy
c) A soldier
d) A teacher
Answer: b) A little boy

Whom does the boy imagine saving?
a) His sister
b) His mother
c) His teacher
d) His friend
Answer: b) His mother

What does the child fight against in his imagination?
a) Tigers
b) Robbers
c) Soldiers
d) Wild animals
Answer: b) Robbers

Where does the child imagine the heroic rescue happening?
a) In a jungle
b) In a dark lane
c) In a field
d) At home
Answer: b) In a dark lane

How does the boy feel in his imagination?
a) Helpless
b) Brave
c) Nervous
d) Tired
Answer: b) Brave

What literary device is mostly used in the poem?
a) Irony
b) Imagination/Fantasy
c) Satire
d) Dialogue
Answer: b) Imagination/Fantasy

What does the poem mainly celebrate?
a) Patriotism
b) A child’s heroic dream
c) Nature
d) Adventure stories
Answer: b) A child’s heroic dream

The poem Hero is written in which form?
a) Sonnet
b) Dramatic Monologue
c) Ballad
d) Epic
Answer: b) Dramatic Monologue

Who is the audience the boy addresses in the poem?
a) His father
b) His mother
c) His sister
d) His friends
Answer: b) His mother

What emotion is central in the boy’s dream?
a) Fear
b) Courage
c) Anger
d) Sadness
Answer: b) Courage

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