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Class 8th English

Poorvi (English Class 8th)

Unit 1: Wit and Wisdom – Answers

Unit 2: Values and Dispositions – Answers

Unit 3: Mystery and Magic – Answers

Unit 4: Environment – Anshwers

Unit 5: Science and Curiosity – Answers

How to Prepare English for Class 8 (NCERT – Poorvi)

English in Class 8 is a stepping stone to higher classes. The Poorvi English textbook combines prose, poetry, and plays to sharpen skills of reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and listening. At this stage, the focus is not only on understanding but also on expressing ideas clearly and critically.

1. Reading and Understanding

  • Read each prose, poem, or play carefully, at least twice—once for enjoyment, once for details.

  • Underline new words and note meanings, synonyms, antonyms in a notebook.

  • Try to retell the lesson in your own words—this improves memory and confidence.

  • In poems, notice themes, rhyme, imagery, and feelings.

  • In plays, pay attention to dialogues and how characters express themselves.

Tip: Read aloud once daily—it builds fluency, pronunciation, and confidence.

2. Writing Skills

In Class 8, writing tasks are more detailed:

  • Paragraphs & Essays → Write logically with introduction, main points, and conclusion.

  • Letters → Practice both formal (applications, official letters) and informal (to friends/relatives).

  • Notices & Posters → Be clear, short, and properly formatted.

  • Diary Entries & Story Writing → Write in first person, include feelings, and end with a moral or conclusion.

  • Reports & Speeches → Focus on presenting facts clearly in simple English.

Tip: Write something in English daily (a diary entry, description, or short essay).

3. Grammar and Vocabulary

Grammar at Class 8 level goes deeper:

  • Tenses (all forms and uses)

  • Voice (active & passive)

  • Reported speech (direct → indirect)

  • Modals and conditionals

  • Clauses (noun, adjective, adverb clauses)

  • Prepositions, conjunctions, determiners

Vocabulary building:

  • Maintain a personal word diary.

  • Learn idioms, phrasal verbs, and proverbs introduced in lessons.

  • Practice synonyms, antonyms, and one-word substitutions.

Tip: Use new words in your daily sentences to remember them better.

4. Listening and Speaking

  • Listen to English news, podcasts, or simple speeches.

  • Read dialogues in the book with expression—practice role play with friends.

  • Prepare short talks on topics like Environment, Science & Technology, Festivals, Role Models.

  • Participate in class discussions and debates in English.

Tip: Record your voice while reading a passage—you’ll notice where to improve pronunciation and fluency.

5. Preparing for Exams

  1. Revise all textbook exercises carefully.

  2. Prepare short summaries of each prose, poem, and play in your own words.

  3. Learn important lines from poems—they are often asked for explanation.

  4. Solve previous year’s question papers or practice papers.

  5. Manage time—practice writing answers within exam limits.

6. General Tips

  • Read English storybooks outside the syllabus (folk tales, biographies, or simple novels).

  • Watch educational videos or English shows with subtitles to improve listening.

  • Discuss lessons in English with friends—peer learning works best.

  • Revise regularly; avoid last-minute cramming.

  • Keep a word bank and update it weekly.

Preparing English for Class 8 (Poorvi) requires balanced focus on reading, writing, grammar, and speaking. Students should read lessons with understanding, write daily, practice grammar, and actively use English in conversations. With consistency, they will not only score well in exams but also develop lifelong communication skills.