Karachi Grammar School

Middle Section
Year VIII
First Term Exam Syllabus
2023-2024

Subject Topics
English Literature
Students will:

-demonstrate their understanding of the meanings of the literary text and

explore the text beyond surface meanings to show deeper awareness of ideas,
themes, character development and attitudes.

-show recognition and appreciation of ways in which writers use language to

create and shape meanings and effects.

-communicate a sensitive and informed personal response to the text.

Course Content:
My Family and Other Animals [close text]
Themes:
-The importance of family and support
-Curiosity and exploration of the natural world
-Adaptation and community life
Characters:
Larry Durrell
Gerald Durrell
Dr. Theodore Stephanides
Author’s use of language:
Author’s writing style, imagery and literary devices
Poetry:
Unseen poem (analysis through TPCASTT)

Paper Format:
Passage-Based Questions
[15 Marks]

Essay Answer
[20 Marks]

Poetry
[15 Marks]

English Language Reading: [25 marks]

A passage for critical reading and vocabulary

Writing: [25 marks]

narrative or descriptive essay/picture prompt for either
[350 - 450 words]
 Critical Reading
1. Reading for meaning
2. Reading for analysis
3. Reading for inference
4. Reading for evaluation
5. Using context to understand unfamiliar words

Narrative Essay
1. Skillful development of characters and setting to create an immersive
narrative.
2. Crafting a compelling storyline with clear structure.
3. Skillful incorporation of vivid details.
4. Meticulous attention to grammar, punctuation, and spelling for clear and
effective communication.

OR
Descriptive Essay
1. Precise use of sensory language to vividly portray people, places, or
objects.
2. Structured organisation with an introduction, well-organised body, and
a compelling conclusion.
3. Effective use of relevant details and examples to enhance the reader's
understanding.
4. Consistent application of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling to
ensure clarity and readability.

History Topics and Academic References

1. Scientific Revolution - orange booklet page 15-20

2. The Enlightenment - orange booklet page 21-26
3. The French Revolution - orage booklet page 27-39
4. Colonialism - orange booklet page 42-44
5. Agricultural Revolution - Understanding History book 2 . Unit 6.1 and
orange booklet page 40-41
6. Industrial Revolution - Understanding History book 2. Unit 6.2 and
7.1

Geography Unit 8: How are populations changing? (8.1 - 8.7)

1. Understand the pattern of the population growth of the world.
2. Use/understand/apply key terminologies related to the population.
3. Describe and explain the distribution and density of the world
population.
4. Analyse the reasons for the population growth and understand how
countries attempt to control population and identify measures to control
it.
5. Interpret the Demographic Transition Model and determine its stages
in various countries.
6. Interpret information from population pyramids and explain their
analysis.
 7. Identify the challenges faced by the underpopulated and overpopulated
countries of the world and suggest ways to overcome these problems.
8. Explain the push and pull factors that lead to migration.
9. Examine Lee's Model of Migration, taking into consideration the role of
intervening obstacles and opportunities.
10. Understand the process of rural-to-urban migration and consider the
problems of urbanisation.

Unit 10: Diverse and Dynamic - How is Asia being transformed?

(10.1 - 10.4, 10.8 & 10.9)
1. Analyse how Asia is a diverse continent.
2. Understand the diversity of climate in Asia.
3. Explain the formation of a monsoon climate and its impacts on South
and Southeast Asia.
4. Analyse the causes, effects and impacts of flooding in Southern Asia
and suggest measures to minimise the losses as a result of flooding.
5. Identify the distribution of biomes in Asia and adaptations of
vegetation and animals in the mountain biome.
6. Examine how people can affect the biome with reference to the impact
of deforestation.
7. Identify the reasons for China's economic growth and the purpose of
China's Belt and Road project.
8. Assess the growing world importance of Asia and the shift in world
trade.

Unit 11: Can we ever know enough about earthquakes and

volcanoes to live safely? (11.1 - 11.5)
1. Describe the importance of studying natural hazards like earthquakes
and volcanoes.
2. Observe and analyse evidence of continental drift with reference to
Wegner’s Theory
3. Recognise and describe the pattern of earthquakes, volcanoes and
mountain belts.
4. Identify the internal structure of the Earth and understand the
composition of the lithosphere.
5. Understand the theory of plate tectonics and explain three different
types of plate boundaries and the events that occur there.

Progress in Geography KS3 Textbook

All work done in the learning Journals, maps and worksheets/
workbooks.
All slides of presentations uploaded on Google Classroom.
Math Linear Equations
● Translate worded statements to algebraic expressions.
● Write simplified expressions for the given scenario.
● Substitute and evaluate the given expressions.
● Solve one and multistep equations.
● Solve fractional equations.

(Ref. Book 1, Ex. 5A and all worksheets)

Formulae and Substitution
● Rearrange the given formulae and make the subject of the
formula.
● Construct a formula from a worded statement.
● Evaluate an unknown in a formula by substituting numeric
values for one or more variables.
(Ref. Book 1, Ex. 5B,Q1-4,6-9,and Worksheets)

Polygons

● Differentiate between a regular and an irregular polygon

● Calculate the sum of the interior angles of a polygon given its
number of sides using the formula.
● Calculate the measure of the interior angle of a regular polygon
given its number of sides using the formula,
● Calculate the measure of an angle in an irregular polygon given
its number of sides and the measure of the other angles in the
polygon,
● Calculate the measure of an exterior angle of a regular polygon
given its number of sides.

(Ref. Book 1, Ex. 11C and all worksheets)

Introduction To Coordinate Plane
● Name coordinates and quadrants in the coordinate plane.
● Graph points in the coordinate plane.

Linear Graphs
● identify linear and non-linear graphs
● interpret the coefficients of a linear equation as the gradient of
the graph
● Identify gradient and y-intercept from the given linear equations.
● identify uphill, downhill vertical and horizontal graphs.
● construct a linear graph from a linear equation
● identify and write equations of parallel lines.
● Solve application problems involving graphs of linear equations.
(Read conversion graphs).
● draw conversion graphs.

(Ref. Book 1, Ex. 6A, 6B and all worksheets)

Area and Perimeter of plane figures
● convert between kilometres, metres, centimetres and millimetres
and vice versa.

(Ref: Worksheet 1 Conversion of units of length)

 ● Understand the relationships between units of area and apply to
convert between square kilometres, metres, centimetres and
millimetres and vice versa.
● Apply the conversion units of length and area in real-life
scenarios.

(Ref: Worksheet 2 Conversion of units of Areas, Book 1-Ex.13A:

Q.1)
● Apply the formula to find the area and perimeter of the square
and rectangle.
● Use the formula to find unknown dimensions given the areas and
perimeters of squares and rectangle
● Explore effects of change in dimensions on area and perimeter of
squares and rectangle

(Ref: Activity sets 1-4, Worksheet 3 Squares and Rectangles)

● Use the formula to calculate area and perimeter of triangles.
● Use the formula to find unknown dimensions given the areas and
perimeters of a triangle.

(Ref: Activity to identify the bases and heights and Worksheet 4,

Book 1, Ex.13A, Q.11)
● Use the formula to calculate area and perimeter of a
parallelogram.
● Use the formula to find unknown dimensions given the areas and
perimeters of a parallelogram.

(Ref: Activity to identify the bases and height, Worksheet 5,

Book1, Ex.13B, Q1, 3, 4)

● Use the formula to calculate area and perimeter of trapezium.
● Use the formula to find unknown dimensions given the areas and
perimeters of a trapezium.

(Ref: Worksheet 6, Book 1-Ex.13A, Q.2, 5, 6)

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
● Compare fractions and decimals using relational operators
● Apply the order of operations on fractions and decimals

(Ref: Worksheet 1 and 2)

● Convert fractions and decimals to percentages and vice versa

(Ref: Worksheet 3, Book 1: Ex.8A, Q.1-4)

 ● Finding percentage of a quantity
● Using reverse percentages to find original quantities
● Find percentage multipliers
● Use multipliers to solve word problems

(Ref: Worksheet 4 and 5, Book 1: Ex.8A, Q.5, 9,10, 6-8,11-14

Ex.8B)
Averages of Statistical Data
● Calculate mean, median and mode of the given set of data.
(Ref: Book 2, Ex. 17A, Q1-6, Ex. 17B, Q1 and 3)
Islamiyat To understand Islam's core teachings and write a detailed account
of major beliefs and articles of Faith with the reference from the Quran
and Hadith.
1. Beliefs (Articles of Faith)
a. Allah [Tauhid]
b. Angels
c. Books
d. Prophets
e. Qayamah (Life after Death)
f. Predestination and decree

To analyse the main elements of Islamic faith and practice.

To demonstrate the ability to evaluate the significance of these
elements within the overall pattern of Islamic doctrines.
To apply the knowledge in the daily life of a Muslim.

Prepare From
O Level Islamiyat by Hammad Ibn Nishat- Book 2
All work done in the Learning Journals
All slides of presentations uploaded on Google Classroom

ICT Web Development [HTML + CSS]

1. Standard and formatting tags using HTML.
2. Adding a Marquee to the webpage (heading or image in any
direction)
3. Inserting images (Write a command to add an image using a file and
a ‘url’)
4. Style tags for headings, background image, paragraphs, and list.
5. Adding a table (rows + columns) to a page
6. Hyperlinking text and image to another page or a website.
 Note: All resources uploaded on GC related to ‘HTML’ and
‘CSS’ should be used for exam preparation. They are a part of
the examination syllabus.

Bible Knowledge
1. Text to study: Topic God as Creator
● Genesis 1-3

Content (based on the texts):

● The creation narratives.

● Different interpretations of the Genesis texts.
● The relationship between religion and the scientific views of
creation.
● Doctrines of the Fall and of original sin and the importance of
these doctrines in Christian thought. The portrayal of the nature
of God based on the texts. The relationship between God and
humanity based on the texts.
● Christian teachings on the environment and on stewardship
based on the texts.
● The relevance of these texts for Christian belief and practice
today.

2. Texts to study: God as Covenant Giver

• Genesis 12:1–9

• Genesis 15:1–7

• Genesis 17

• Genesis 22:1–19.f), Q12(b, c) + visual models worksheet)

Content (based on the texts):

• The call of Abram and the promises made to him.

• The covenant formation.

• The place of covenant in God’s overall plan for humanity.

• The significance of circumcision as a sign of the covenant.

• God testing Abraham.

• The relationship between God and his people based on the texts.
 • The ways in which God is depicted as speaking to his creation.

• The portrayal of the nature of God based on the texts.

• The relevance of these texts for Christian belief and practice today.

URDU Composition
● Precise use of sensory language to vividly portray people, places, or
objects.
● Structured organisation with an introduction, well-organised body, and
a compelling conclusion.
● Effective use of relevant details and examples to enhance the reader's
understanding.
● Consistent application of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling to
ensure clarity and readability

Letter Writing

● Sts will be able to write a letter on a given topic.

Comprehension
● Students read a passage and respond to the given questions to…
● 1. Demonstrate the ability to extract explicit and implicit
information from the passage.
● 2. Provide evidence or reasoning to support answers.

Cloze passage

● Read the passage and fill in the blanks with appropriate words.

Correcting sentences

● Identify the grammatical errors in the given sentences and write

the correct sentences.

Translation

● Read passage and translate it to Urdu

Idiomatic expression

● Identify and apply idioms in sentences.

 Literature

Word meaning / question answer/ Tashree/ writer writing skills

/central idea /anlysis

Word meaning / question answer/ Tashree/ writer writing skills

/central idea /anlysis

‫ آدمی نا مہ نظم‬/ ‫تو صیف کا خواب‬

Demonstrate their understanding of the meanings of the literary text

and explore the text beyond surface meanings to show a deeper
awareness and understanding of ideas and attitudes.

Show recognition and appreciation of the ways in which writers use

language, to create and shape meanings and effects

Communicate a sensitive and informed personal response to the text.

Science

Textbook: Exploring Science International Year 8

Chapter Learning Outcomes Page

8Ab Uses of Nutrients
8Ac Balanced Diets
number
8A Food and Nutrition
● Recall good sources of different nutrients. 8-9
● Describe how factors change the amount of
energy we need.
● Describe what each nutrient does in the body.
● Describe the benefits of a balanced diet. 10-11
● Explain the causes and effects of some different
types of malnutrition

8B Plant and their reproduction

8Ba Classification and ● Explain the importance of biodiversity. 23
Biodiversity
8Bb Types of Reproduction ● Recall the differences between sexual and 26-27
asexual reproduction.
● Recall examples of asexual reproduction in
plants.
● Explain characteristics of offspring produced
by sexual and asexual reproduction.

8Bc Pollination ● Explain how the structure of flowers and 28-29

pollen allow pollination by animals or wind.
● Explain how plants ensure cross-pollination.

8Bd Fertilisation and ● Describe how pollination leads to fertilization. 32-33

Dispersal ● Describe the formation of seeds and fruits.
● Explain the functions of seeds and fruits.

8Be Germination and ● Describe what happens in germination. 34-35

Growth ● Explain why seeds and plants need certain
resources.
● Describe how organisms are
interdependent.

8E Combustion
8Ea Burning Fuels ● Describe the combustion reactions of 70-71
hydrogen and hydrocarbons.
● Describe tests for hydrogen, carbon dioxide and
water.

8Eb Oxidation ● Describe oxidation reactions of metals and 72-73

non-metals.
● Explain changes in mass seen in oxidation
reactions.

8Ec Fire Safety ● Use the fire triangle to explain how to control 74-75
a fire.
● Identify hazard symbols for substances likely to
cause fires.

8Ec Fair Testing (WS) ● Identify control variables in an experiment 76-77

and describe how to control them.
● Explain why it is important to carry out a fair
test.
8Ed Air Pollution ● Explain how making and using materials can 78-79
cause problems.
● Suggest ways of reducing these problems.

8Ee Global Warming ● Describe the greenhouse effect and how it is 80-81
caused.
● Explain how human activity may be causing
global warming.

8F The Periodic Table

8Fa Dalton’s Atomic Model ● Describe Dalton’s atomic theory. 86-87
● Describe elements using physical properties.
● Write and identify the chemical symbols for
some elements.

8I Fluids
8Ia The Particle Model ● Describe the properties of different states of 134-135
matter.
● Explain their properties in terms of the particle
model.
● Explain why materials expand and contract
when the temperature changes.

8Ia Calculations with ● State what is meant by density and relate mass, 136-137
Density volume and density.
● Describe how to measure the volume of
irregular objects.
● Use the formula relating mass, volume and
density.

8Ib Changing State ● Recall that a substance does not change 138-139
temperature while it is changing state.
● Describe what happens to particles during
changes of state.

8Ic Pressure in Fluids ● Describe how fluid pressure changes with 140-141
depth or height.
● Describe how gas pressure can be increased.
● Explain some effects of pressure in different
situations, using the Particle model.

8Id Floating and Sinking ● State what is meant by upthrust. 142-143

 ● Explain why some objects float.
● Recall the factors that affect the amount of
upthrust.
● Use ideas about density in explanations.

8Ie Drag ● Describe ways in which drag forces can be 144-145

increased or reduced.
● Describe the causes of drag forces.
● Describe how drag changes with speed.

Please review your notes, shared resources, workbook pages and

worksheets carefully for the exam.

Calculators will be allowed.