Updated on June 12, 2023
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Class 8 Science Chapter 5 MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) of Conservation of Plants and Animals updated for new academic session CBSE and State Board students. All the contents and MCQ quiz are based on latest CBSE syllabus and new NCERT Books issued for 2024-25. Practice with these questions to learn the entire chapter for the preparation of school test or terminal exams. All the questions are important for the learning the concepts of the chapter 5 class 8 science NCERT.
Class 8 Science Chapter 5 MCQ
| Class: 8 | Science |
| Chapter: 5 | Conservation of Plants and Animals |
| Contents: | MCQ Online Test with Explanation |
| Academic Session: | 2024-25 |
MCQ Tests with Answers for Class 8 Science Chapter 5
Q1
Wild buffalo is an endangered species because
[A]. Its population is diminishing.
[B]. It has become extinct.
[C]. It is found exclusively in a particular area.
[D]. Its poaching is strictly prohibited.
Q2
Which of the following are responsible for extinction of a species?
[A]. Clearing of land to plant crops and build road
[B]. Loss of habitat
[C]. Excessive use of chemicals fertilizers and pesticides
[D]. Providing habitat for animals in zoo
Q3
Which one of the following changes may occur due to desertification?
[A]. The decrease in atmospheric temperature.
[B]. Increase in water holding a capacity of the soil.
[C]. Increased chances of floods.
[D]. Conversion of fertile land into a desert.
Q4
Zoos are places:
[A]. Where wild animals are protected and preserved.
[B]. Where animals are protected in artificial setting instead of their natural habitat.
[C]. That reserve which are large and diverse enough to protect whole sets of ecosystems.
[D]. None of the above
Q5
Which one of the following statements is true about a Biosphere Reserve?
[A]. It is a protected area where only endemic species live.
[B]. It is meant only for the conservation of plants and animals.
[C]. It is meant to conserve both, the biodiversity and the culture of that area.
[D]. There are no other protected areas within its limits.
Q6
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
[A]. Bison is an endemic fauna of Pachmarhi biosphere reserve.
[B]. Deforestation leads to an increase in the water holding capacity of the soil.
[C]. Plants of a particular area are collectively termed as fauna.
[D]. All the above
Q7
Which of the following feature is correct for a Wildlife Sanctuary?
[A]. It is an artificially created area for animals protection.
[B]. It is a protected area for threatened and endangered wild animals.
[C]. It is meant for conservation of only plant species.
[D]. Capturing and poaching of animals is strictly prohibited here
Q8
Read the following sentences carefully, and choose the correct one(s):
[A]. The planting of trees in an area in which forest where destroyed is called reforestation.
[B]. We should plant at least as many trees as have been cut down.
[C]. If we have to retain our “green wealth” for future generation then planting is the only option.
[D]. All the above
Q9
The part of earth in which living organism exist (or which supports life) is called:
[A]. Lithosphere
[B]. Globe
[C]. Hydrosphere
[D]. Biosphere
Q10
One of the following is not a part of the fauna of Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve. This one is:
[A]. Yak
[B]. Leopard
[C]. Blue bull
[D]. Barking deer
Q11
The Red Data Book keeps a record of all the:
[A]. Endemic species and extinct species.
[B]. Extinct species and endangered plants.
[C]. Endangered plants and endangered animals
[D]. Endemic species and endangered animals.
Q12
Those species (of plants and animals) which are found only in a particular area are called:
[A]. Epidemic species
[B]. Pelagic species
[C]. Pandemic species
[D]. Endemic species
Q13
In the last year board examination, Rahul were asked a question where he had to choose the statement which was/were incorrect? Will you be able to answer this question?
[A]. The innermost zone of a biosphere reserve is known as core zone.
[B]. The middle zone of a biosphere reserve is called buffer zone.
[C]. The outermost zone of a biosphere reserve is called transition zone
[D]. All the human activity (economic activity) is allowed in the core zone.
Q14
Which of the following Biosphere Reserve of India is or are located at Madhya Pradesh:
[A]. Kanha Biosphere Reserve
[B]. Kaziranga Biosphere Reserve
[C]. Simlipal Biosphere Reserve
[D]. Both [A] and [C]
Q15
In a quiz competition, you are asked a question where you have to choose the statement which is/ are correct?
[A]. Biosphere reserve help to maintain the biodiversity of the area.
[B]. Biosphere reserve help to maintain the lifestyle of the tribal people living in the area.
[C]. Biosphere reserve prevent the commercial exploitation of the area.
[D]. All the above
Q16
To protect the tigers in the country, “Project Tiger” which was launched by the government of India in:
[A]. 1972
[B]. 1982
[C]. 1992
[D]. 1984
Q17
Not correct about, endemic species:
[A]. Those species (of plants and animals) which are found exclusively in a particular area.
[B]. Endemic species are not found naturally anywhere else or in other areas.
[C]. Destruction of forests are affecting the natural habitat of endemic species.
[D]. None of the above
Q18
Payel is completed her science chapter where she wrote some statements. She wants to know whether the statements are correct or not? Payel wants to take help from you:
[A]. Deforestation will lead to a shortage of wood and other forest products.
[B]. Deforestation leads to the extinction of many wild animals and plants.
[C]. Deforestation affects the water cycle leading to decrease in rainfall.
[D]. Deforestation will cause a decrease in temperature of earth’s atmosphere.
Q19
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one(s):
[A]. Biosphere is that part of the earth in which living organisms exist.
[B]. Biodiversity refers to the variety of organisms found in particular area or habitat.
[C]. An ecosystem includes all the living organisms of an area and the physical environment in which they live.
[D]. All the above.
Q20
In a science quiz competition, Payel are asked a question where she had to choose the statement which was/were correct?
[A]. Reforestation prevent soil erosion and floods.
[B]. Reforestation increases rainfall in an area.
[C]. Reforestation will lead to a decrease in global warming.
[D]. All the above.
Q21
Which of the following is not a consequence of deforestation?
[A]. Increase in soil erosion
[B]. Increase in earth’s temperature
[C]. Decrease in rainfall
[D]. Decrease in floods
Q22
The Siberian crane comes to India every year in winter for a few months:
[A]. To escape the severe summer
[B]. To escape the severe winter
[C]. To escape the heavy rains
[D]. To escape from predators
Q23
The National Park which is in Rajasthan is:
[A]. Corbett National Park
[B]. Kanha National Park
[C]. Satpura National Park
[D]. Sariska National Park
Q24
Which of the following is an endangered species of animals?
[A]. Dinosaur
[B]. Asiatic lion
[C]. Irish deer
[D]. Hyena
Q25
Which of the following is not a part of Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve?
[A]. Bori Wildlife Sanctuary
[B]. Satpura National Park
[C]. Bandipur National Park
[D]. Pachmarhi Wildlife Sanctuary
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Last Edited: June 12, 2023
