CBSE Class 8 Science Exploring the Investigative World of Science (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 1

1. What type of organisms will students examine in their investigative adventure?

A Only visible animals B Large mammals C Tiny microbes D Only plants

2. What role does electric current play in our lives according to the text?

A It is only used in laboratories B It has no practical applications C It helps make our lives easier D It is only used for lighting

3. What are materials classified into according to the text?

A Natural and artificial B Elements, compounds, and mixtures C Organic and inorganic D Solids, liquids, and gases

4. How do we understand solutions like sugar dissolving in tea?

A By observing particle movement B By memorizing definitions C By ignoring mixtures D By avoiding experiments

5. What is the significance of the Moon's phases?

A They only affect tides B They help in predicting weather C They are linked to the first calendars D They have no importance

6. What is the first step in investigating a scientific question?

A Drawing conclusions B Making a hypothesis C Asking a scientific question D Collecting data

7. What should you do when conducting an experiment?

A Ignore results B Keep notes of observations C Change multiple variables at once D Only focus on one outcome

8. What is the purpose of asking 'What happens if...?' in science?

A To memorize facts B To spark curiosity and investigation C To avoid experiments D To confuse others

9. What is one way to observe changes in an experiment?

A By asking others B By ignoring results C By measuring time or outcomes D By only thinking about it

10. What is the importance of keeping notes during an experiment?

A To avoid making mistakes B To make it more complicated C To confuse others D To remember what was done