CBSE Class 8 English Spectacular Wonders (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 1

1. Why is it important to protect places like the Valley of Flowers?

A They help increase traffic in cities B They preserve biodiversity and natural beauty C They are useful only for tourism income D none

2. What is a potential consequence of not protecting areas like the Valley of Flowers?

A Improved tourism opportunities B Loss of unique plant species C none D Increased biodiversity

3. Why are the living root bridges considered an example of sustainable living?

A They are made completely of plastic B They are built without harming nature and grow stronger over time C They are used only by tourists D none

4. What can modern cities learn from the living root bridges of Meghalaya?

A to avoid using natural resources completely B To replace all roads with bridges C To develop eco-friendly structures by working with nature D To stop constructing bridges altogether

5. Why is the Lonar Crater Lake considered scientifically important?

A It was created by human activities B It is the deepest lake in India C It contains only fresh water D It helps scientists study meteor impacts and unique ecosystems

6. What does the existence of the Lonar Crater Lake teach us about Earth’s history?

A Natural events can shape landforms dramatically over time B All lakes are formed by rivers C Humans created most natural wonders D Volcanoes are the only cause of craters

7. Why do many people find the Magnetic Hills mysterious?

A Snow never falls there B The hills change colour every day C Vehicles appear to move uphill on their own D The hills produce loud sounds at night

8. What does the phenomenon of the Magnetic Hills teach us about observation and reality?

A Our eyes can sometimes be deceived by optical illusions B Science cannot explain natural events C Mountains have magical powers D Gravity does not exist in Ladakh

9. What makes the waters of Kumbalangi glow at night?

A streelights B bioluminiscent organisms C fireflies D moonlight

10. Why is the glowing water phenomenon in Kumbalangi considered environmentally significant?

A It occurs because of underwater electric currents B It indicates the water is suitable only for tourism C It proves the water contains precious minerals D It shows the presence of healthy aquatic microorganisms and a balanced ecosystem