Class 8 English Unit 7

A. Find the words from the texts to complete these sentences.

a. There was a violent storm with thunder and lightning yesterday.

b. Nepal measures an average annual rainfall of 10 cm.

c. The weather in Kathmandu is moderate. It is neither too hot nor too cold.

d. When exactly did the incident occur?

e. The weather forecast says it will be sunny tomorrow.

B. Study the weather information in the texts and tick the correct answers.

a. Which place was the hottest yesterday according to the chart?
✔ iii. Nepalgunj

b. Which place was the coldest yesterday according to the chart?
✔ ii. Kathmandu

c. Which places did not have rainfall yesterday according to the chart?
✔ i. Janakpur

d. What will the weather be like today in the hilly regions?
✔ iii. thunder and lightning

Grammar I

A. Study these sentences and notice the degree of certainty ‘will’ and ‘be going to’ express.

Answer 👉

a. Look at those boys playing football! They’re going to break the window. (More certain)
– The speaker is confident that the boys will break the window based on their current actions.

b. The sky is getting darker and darker. It’s going to rain. (More certain) –
The speaker observes the changing weather conditions and believes that rain is imminent.

c. I think he will win the next election. (Less certain) –
The speaker expresses their opinion or belief about the outcome of the next election but acknowledges a certain level of uncertainty.

d. It is monsoon. It will rain tomorrow. (Less certain) –
The speaker relies on the general pattern of weather during the monsoon season to predict that it will rain tomorrow, but there is still a possibility of uncertainty.

B. Complete the sentences with will or be going to.

a.
A: Did you buy some bread?
B: Oh, no! I forgot to buy it. I will go back to buy some.

b.
A: Why have you put on these boots?
B: I am going to walk on the snow.

c. If I meet him, I will tell him the good news.

d. I’ve bought a new book. Tonight, I am going to stay at home and start reading it.

e. Look at those dark clouds! It is going to rain soon.

f. I am going to meet her next week. It’s been my plan for a long time.

g.
A: They say the weather will be awful tomorrow.
B: Really? In that case I will cancel the trip.
C: I know. I heard the news. I am going to spend the whole day reading books.

Reading II

Migration

A. The words for these meanings are hidden in the grid below. Find the words.

a. a place to which somebody is going – destination

b. what you intend or plan to do; your aim – intention

c. to fill or spread over an area quickly, especially in large numbers – overrun

d. disadvantages – drawbacks

e. an unexpected event, such as a very bad accident, a flood, etc. – disaster

f. chance – opportunity

g. to force somebody to do something – drive

B. Answer these questions.

a. Who are called tourists?

👉 Tourists are people who visit a new place for a short period of time.

b. Why do people move from one place to another?

👉 People move from one place to another for various reasons, including seeking better opportunities for employment, shelter, higher wages, facilities, and better working conditions. They may also move due to political reasons, conflicts, or natural disasters.

c. List any two push factors for migration.

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– Economic, social or political issues
– Natural disasters

d. When does it become difficult for migrants to find a job?

👉 It becomes difficult for migrants to find a job when a place is overcrowded with migrants, leading to increased competition and potentially lower wages.

e. List any two benefits of migration to the place of destination.

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– Economic opportunities
– Boost of productivity and innovation

D. Many Nepalis are migrating to other countries for different purposes. Discuss its positive and negative effects with your partner.

👉 Both good and bad impacts result from Nepalese individuals moving abroad. On the one side, it provides economic possibilities that result in greater quality of life through better-paying jobs. The economy of the nation is also boosted by remittances sent home. Migration, however, may result in a loss of qualified workers and present social and cultural difficulties for newcomers. Another important factor that has an impact on people left behind is family separation. It is critical to strike a balance between these benefits and drawbacks, calling for support structures to maximize the advantages while resolving the difficulties posed by migration.

Grammar II

B. Use the verbs in the brackets to write the sentences in future perfect.

a. I will not have finished (not/finish) the game by 6 o’clock.

b. My mother will have grown (grow) 1000 tulips by the end of the month.

c. The mechanic will have mended (mend) my bicycle by tomorrow.

d. The shop will have closed (close) by 8 o’clock.

e. The programme will have finished (finish) by 4 p.m.

f. I will not have been (not/be) here by Friday.

g. My father will have ironed (iron) the clothes by the evening.

h. Madhu will have left (leave) before her parents reach home.

i. The painters will have completed (complete) their work by next week.

j. I will have saved (save) enough money to buy a bicycle by the end of the year.

C. Put the verbs in the brackets into future simple or future perfect.

a. Scientists will have found (find) a cure for AIDS in twenty years period.

b. Perhaps, she will come (come) for lunch tonight.

c. She is writing a book. She will have finished (finish) the book by next month.

d. Wait a minute. I will drop (drop) you at the station.

e. There’s no need to hurry now. The bus will have left (leave) by the time we get to the stop.

f. Someone is knocking at the door. Will you open (open) the door, please?

g. Will they complete (complete) the project in time?

h. Will they have completed (complete) the project by the deadline?

i. If they don’t work hard, they will not pass (not/pass) their exam.

j. They are decorating the room. In two hours’ time, they will have finished (finish) doing it.

Writing
A. Punctuate the following paragraph.

👉 Nitin is one of the most laid-back students I know. He is tall and slim, with black hair. He always wears a shirt and black jeans. His jeans have holes in them, and his baseball boots are scruffy too. He usually sits at the back of the class, and he often seems to be asleep. However, he always gets an A when the exam results are given out. I don’t think he is as lazy as he appears to be.

B. Write a couple of paragraphs on Environment. Address the following questions.
Environment
The environment is everything that surrounds us, including the air we breathe, the water we drink, the land we walk on, and the plants and animals that live around us. It is like a big home for all living things. The environment is important because it gives us everything we need to live. It provides us with clean air to breathe, fresh water to drink, and healthy food to eat. It is also home to many different plants and animals, and they all play an important role in keeping our planet balanced and beautiful. We need to take care of the environment so that it can continue to provide for us and future generations.
Unfortunately, the environment can be harmed by different things. Pollution, cutting down too many trees, and throwing away too much waste can damage the environment. These are called causes of environmental degradation. When we pollute the air, water, or soil, it can make people and animals sick. Cutting down trees too quickly can harm wildlife and cause problems like soil erosion.
But we can all do something to protect the environment. We can reduce pollution by using less plastic and recycling things we no longer need. We can also save energy and water by turning off lights when we don’t need them and taking shorter showers. Planting trees and taking care of plants and animals in our surroundings are also ways to help protect the environment. By doing these things, we can make sure that our environment stays healthy and beautiful for everyone to enjoy