Revision VIII Land, Soil Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources

 Revision Worksheet

Chapter 2 – Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources Class 8

1. Which of the following areas is sparsely populated?

(a) Plains

(b) River valleys

(c)Desert areas

(d) Coastal regions

2. The thin layer of grainy substance covering the earth’s surface is called

(a) Land

(b) Soil

(c) Rock

(d) Sand

3. Which of the following methods is used to reduce soil erosion on steep slopes?

(a) Shelter belts

(b) Terrace farming

(c) Mulching

(d) Intercropping

4. Freshwater available and fit for human use is only about –

(a) 2.7%

(b) 70%

(c)1%

(d) 10%

5. The evergreen forests –

(a) Shed their leaves in a particular season

(b) Do not shed their leaves together in any season

(c) Grow only in dry regions

(d) Are found in tundra regions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Land use depends on ______, soil, climate, minerals and availability of water.

2. ______ is a network of interactions among organisms and their environment.

3. ______ is known as a scavenger and cleanser of the environment.

4. ______ and ______ are the major threats to soil as a resource.

5. National parks, wildlife sanctuaries and ______ are made to protect natural vegetation and wildlife.

True or False

1. Water can be added or subtracted from the earth. –

2. Mulching helps in retaining soil moisture. –

3. Overgrazing is one of the reasons for soil degradation. –

4. Forest fires and poaching are responsible for the extinction of many species. –

5. Only oceans contain freshwater resources. –

One-word Answer

1. The common property resources owned by the community –

2. The method of ploughing parallel to hill contours –

3. Plants and animals together with their environment form an –

4. The vegetation found in polar regions –

5. An international convention to ban trade of endangered species -


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