CBSE Class 8 Social Science Dynamics of Population (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 3

1. What happens to a population when resources such as food, water, and shelter become limited?

A The population increases B The population decreases C The population remains the same D The population becomes healthier

2. A wildfire burns through a forest, destroying many trees and reducing available shelter for animals. This is an example of:

A A seasonal change B A short-term change C A long-term change D A population increase

3. Which of the following is an example of a seasonal change affecting population size?

A Deforestation reducing food availability B A river drying up due to a drought C Birds migrating to warmer climates in winter D A new species invading an ecosystem

4. If a disease spreads through a population of deer, what is the most likely effect?

A The population size will increase B The population size will decrease C The population will remain the same D The population will be unaffected

5. What is an example of a long-term change that could affect population size?

A A hurricane flooding a coastal region B A volcanic eruption temporarily covering an area with ash C Climate change causing temperature shifts over decades D A seasonal drought reducing available water for a few months

6. A flood temporarily forces animals to relocate.