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

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

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
Q6

Which one of the following statements is true about endemic species?

[A]. They are found exclusively in a specific habitat.
[B]. Endemic species can never become endangered.
[C]. They are found only in zoos and botanical gardens.
[D]. They are not affected by the destruction of their habitat.
Q7

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
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

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

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

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

Migratory birds fly to far away areas during a particular time of a year. Which of the following conditions present in their habitat during that time are responsible for this behavior?

[A]. Extreme weather conditions and Over-crowding.
[B]. Unavailability of food and Extreme weather conditions.
[C]. Unavailability of food and Lack of nesting areas.
[D]. Extreme weather conditions and Lack of nesting areas.
Q13

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
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

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

In a quiz competition, you are asked a question where you have to choose the statement which is/ are correct?

[A]. In a Zoo, the wild animals and birds live in artificial setting such as cages and enclosures.
[B]. A Wildlife Sanctuary is mainly for the protection of wild animals of the area in their natural habitat.
[C]. A Biosphere Reserve is for the conservation of the biodiversity of the area as well as the economic development of the area.
[D]. All 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

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
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