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 2025-26. 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: 8Science
Chapter: 5Conservation of Plants and Animals
Contents: MCQ Online Test with Explanation
Academic Session:2025-26

MCQ Tests with Answers for Class 8 Science Chapter 5

Q1

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.
Q2

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
Q3

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.
Q4

The place meant for conservation of biodiversity in their natural habitat are:

[A]. Zoological garden and Botanical garden
[B]. Botanical garden and Wildlife sanctuary
[C]. Wildlife sanctuary and National park
[D]. Zoological garden and National park
Q5

Which of the following statement is or are correct about forest?

[A]. Maintain the level of carbon dioxide in atmosphere.
[B]. Bind the top layer of soil that increases its fertility.
[C]. Help in absorbing rainwater and thus, preventing floods.
[D]. All the above
Q6

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
Q7

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
Q8

Which statement is incorrect about endangered species?

[A]. Their number has decreased drastically.
[B]. They might become extinct in the near future.
[C]. They pose a danger to other animals.
[D]. Their natural habitat needs to be protected.
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

What do black buck, elephant, python and golden cat together represent in a forest?

[A]. Fauna
[B]. Flora
[C]. Ecosystem
[D]. Species
Q11

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
Q12

Which of the following statement is or are correct?

[A]. The species which no longer exist anywhere on the earth are called extinct species.
[B]. The species which are facing the risk of extinction are called endangered species.
[C]. Red Data Book is the book which keeps the record for all the intelligent animals, plants and other species.
[D]. All the above
Q13

In our country, large patches of forests are being cleared for cultivation of crops. The environmental impact of such a practice will lead to:

[A]. Soil erosion
[B]. Soil conservation
[C]. Soil pollution
[D]. Soil fertility
Q14

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.
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

Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

[A]. A place where animals are protected in their natural habitat is called wildlife sanctuary.
[B]. Species found only in a particular area are known as endemic species.
[C]. Migratory birds fly to far places because of climate changes.
[D]. All the above.
Q18

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
Q19

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.
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

Sanjay Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary is in:

[A]. Rajsthan
[B]. Manipur
[C]. Madhya Pradesh
[D]. Maharashtra
Q22

Snakes are killed in large numbers because:

[A]. They are very poisonous
[B]. They kill rates
[C]. Their skin is expensive
[D]. They damage the crops
Q23

Which of the following activities can help in the conservation of forests?

[A]. Recycling of cotton shirts
[B]. Recycling of silks blankets
[C]. Recycling of jute ropes
[D]. Recycling of cardboard cartons
Q24

The National Park which is in Rajasthan is:

[A]. Corbett National Park
[B]. Kanha National Park
[C]. Satpura National Park
[D]. Sariska National Park
Q25

Which of the following is an endangered species of animals?

[A]. Dinosaur
[B]. Asiatic lion
[C]. Irish deer
[D]. Hyena

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Last Edited: June 12, 2023