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: 8Science
Chapter: 5Conservation 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

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

Wildlife sanctuaries are:

[A]. Some areas where wild animals are protected and preserved
[B]. Places where animals are protected in artificial setting instead of their natural habitat
[C]. Reserves which are large and diverse enough to protect whole sets of ecosystems.
[D]. All the above
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

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

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

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

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.
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

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 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