Class 8 Science Chapter 7 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 2022-2023. 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 7 class 8 science NCERT.
Class 8 Science Chapter 7 MCQ for 2022-2023
| Class: 8 | Science |
| Chapter: 7 | Conservation of Plants and Animals |
| Contents: | MCQ Online Test with Explanation |
MCQ Tests with Answers for Class 8 Science Chapter 7
Q1
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
Q2
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
Which of the following “Wildlife Sanctuaries” of India are located in Rajasthan:
[A]. Satkosia Basipalli Wildlife Sanctuary
[B]. Lockchao Wildlife Sanctuary
[C]. Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary
[D]. Sanjay Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary
Q17
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
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
Sanjay Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary is in:
[A]. Rajsthan
[B]. Manipur
[C]. Madhya Pradesh
[D]. Maharashtra
Q22
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
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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