PECTAA Model Papers of Grade 8 English: Unit 11 - Give to Your Country: Subjective B

Grade 8 English – Unit 11: Give to Your Country

PUNJAB EDUCATION, CURRICULUM, TRAINING & ASSESSMENT AUTHORITY

EXAMINATION 2026, GRADE - 8

ENGLISH PART – B (Subjective Type)

Part-A: 40 Marks | Part-B: 60 Marks | Total: 100 Marks

Student Name (Capital Letters): _________________________________	Roll Number: ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___
Signature of Dy. Superintendent (CNIC): __________________________

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Read all questions carefully and answer correctly.
2. Use black or blue ink. Lead pencils are not allowed.
3. A question may consist of one or more parts.

SECTION 1: SHORT RESPONSE QUESTIONS (30 Marks)

Total Time: 45 Minutes | Model Paper 1

Q.41: Read the paragraph carefully and answer the questions. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling. (Marks: 16)

Pakistan is a beautiful country with diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The national language is Urdu, and the capital city is Islamabad. Pakistan has four provinces: Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The country gained independence on 14th August 1947 through the remarkable efforts of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, known as Quaid-e-Azam. The green color in the national flag represents the Muslim majority, while the white represents minorities. The crescent and star are traditional symbols of Islam. Pakistan is home to some of the world's highest mountains, including K-2, which stands at 8,611 meters. The Indus River is the longest river in Pakistan and provides water for agriculture. Tarbela Dam is the world's largest earth-filled dam. Citizens of Pakistan have a responsibility to serve their country with dedication, respect the laws, and contribute to its progress. Under the name of citizenship, every Pakistani should give their best to the nation through patriotic words and deeds.

Set 1: Attempt any THREE questions. (6 Marks)

1. What is the national language of Pakistan?
2. Name the four provinces of Pakistan.
3. When did Pakistan gain independence?
4. What does the green color in Pakistan's flag represent?

Set 2: Attempt any TWO questions. (6 Marks)

1. What is the height of K-2 mountain?
2. Which dam is mentioned as the world's largest earth-filled dam?
3. What is the longest river in Pakistan and what is its importance?

Set 3: Attempt ONE question. (4 Marks)

1. How can citizens serve their country according to the paragraph?
2. What responsibilities do Pakistani citizens have toward their country?

Q.42: Below is a paragraph full of mistakes. Rewrite the paragraph after correction. (Marks: 14)

one sunny day in islamabad students from different school gathers near the margala hills. The hilss was covered with beautiful trees and flowers. they was very excited to explore nature? Among them was Ali who shouts, "me will climb to the top first!" He started running careless toward the trail. his teacher saw this and shouted loudly, "be careful ali" At that moment their guide come quickly to remind them, "ahmad, you must help your friend," he said firm. The students realized that working together and being safe is more important then rushing.

Corrected Paragraph:

SECTION 2: CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE QUESTIONS (30 Marks)

Total Time: 1 Hour 15 Minutes

Q.43: Attempt EITHER Part A or Part B. (Marks: 10)

A) Write a dialogue of ten lines between a student and teacher about the importance of citizenship and serving the country. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

OR

B) Read the paragraph given below. Summarize 1/3 of the given paragraph. Your summary must describe all the key ideas from the paragraph. DO NOT include opinions or personal information in the summary. Use correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Pakistan is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges to the beautiful valleys of Swat and Hunza, the country offers breathtaking natural beauty. The Indus River, flowing through the length of Pakistan, has been the lifeline of civilization for thousands of years. Pakistan's history dates back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world's oldest civilizations. The country gained independence on 14th August 1947, following the partition of British India. Muhammad Ali Jinnah, known as Quaid-e-Azam, led the Pakistan Movement with determination and vision. Today, Pakistan is home to over 207 million people who speak various languages including Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, and Balochi. The national sport is hockey, and the country has produced world-class players. Pakistani cuisine is famous worldwide for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. The people of Pakistan are known for their hospitality and warmth toward guests. As citizens, Pakistanis have a duty to contribute to the nation's progress through education, hard work, and dedication to national values.

Q.44: Attempt EITHER Part A or Part B. (Marks: 10)

A) You are a student living away from home. Write a letter to your parents telling them how you plan to serve your country in the future. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

OR

B) Write a letter to your friend describing the Independence Day celebrations in your city and expressing your love for Pakistan. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Q.45: Attempt EITHER Part A or Part B. (Marks: 10)

A) Write a paragraph of ten sentences on 'Love for My Country'. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

OR

B) Write a paragraph of ten sentences on 'My Responsibilities as a Citizen of Pakistan'. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

✅ Marking Scheme & Answer Key

Q.No	Key Answers / Assessment Rubric	Marks
41 Set 1	Any THREE (2 marks each = 6 marks): 1. The national language of Pakistan is Urdu. 2. Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. 3. Pakistan gained independence on 14th August 1947. 4. The green color represents the Muslim majority.	6
41 Set 2	Any TWO (3 marks each = 6 marks): 1. K-2 stands at 8,611 meters. 2. Tarbela Dam is the world's largest earth-filled dam. 3. The Indus River is the longest river in Pakistan and it provides water for agriculture.	6
41 Set 3	Any ONE (4 marks): 1. Citizens can serve their country with dedication, respect the laws, and contribute to its progress through patriotic words and deeds. 2. Pakistani citizens have responsibility to serve their country with dedication, respect the laws, contribute to its progress, and give their best to the nation.	4
42	Corrected Paragraph: One sunny day in Islamabad, students from different schools gathered near the Margala Hills. The hills were covered with beautiful trees and flowers. They were very excited to explore nature. Among them was Ali who shouted, "I will climb to the top first!" He started running carelessly toward the trail. His teacher saw this and shouted loudly, "Be careful, Ali!" At that moment, their guide came quickly to remind them, "Ahmad, you must help your friend," he said firmly. The students realized that working together and being safe is more important than rushing. Marking Criteria (14 marks): • Capitalization errors (3 marks): one→One, islamabad→Islamabad, schools, they, his, ali→Ali, ahmad→Ahmad • Verb agreement errors (3 marks): gathers→gathered, was→were, shouts→shouted, come→came • Pronoun errors (1 mark): me→I • Adverb errors (1 mark): careless→carelessly, firm→firmly • Punctuation errors (3 marks): comma after Islamabad, period after nature, comma after Ali, comma after moment • Conjunction errors (1 mark): then→than • Spelling errors (2 marks): hilss→hills	14
43	Part A - Dialogue (10 marks): • Content relevance and completeness (4 marks): Does it discuss citizenship and serving the country? • Grammar and spelling (3 marks): Proper verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, correct spelling • Structure and punctuation (3 marks): Proper dialogue format, quotation marks, capitalization Part B - Summary (10 marks): • Key ideas included (4 marks): Cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, Indus River, Independence (1947), Quaid-e-Azam, population & languages, hospitality, citizen duties • Conciseness - 1/3 length (2 marks): Summary should be approximately 65-75 words • Grammar and spelling (2 marks) • Objectivity (2 marks): No personal opinions or information	10
44	Both Parts (10 marks each): • Letter format (2 marks): Proper date, salutation, body, closing, signature • Content relevance (4 marks): Clear expression of future plans/Independence Day celebration • Grammar and spelling (2 marks) • Punctuation and structure (2 marks)	10
45	Both Parts (10 marks each): • Content depth and relevance (4 marks): Does it genuinely address the topic? • Number of sentences (1 mark): Must contain 10 sentences • Grammar and spelling (3 marks) • Paragraph structure and punctuation (2 marks): Unity, coherence, proper punctuation	10

Sample Answers for Reference:

Q.43A - Sample Dialogue:

Student: "Good morning, Sir. What does it mean to be a good citizen?"
Teacher: "Good morning! A good citizen is someone who loves their country and works for its progress."
Student: "How can we serve our country as students?"
Teacher: "You can serve by studying hard, respecting laws, and helping others."
Student: "Is education important for serving the nation?"
Teacher: "Absolutely! Education prepares you to contribute meaningfully to society."
Student: "Can we serve our country in small ways too?"
Teacher: "Yes, even small acts like keeping your surroundings clean show citizenship."
Student: "Thank you, Sir. I will try my best to be a responsible citizen."
Teacher: "That's the spirit! Pakistan needs dedicated young citizens like you."

Q.45A - Sample Paragraph:

I love my country Pakistan with all my heart. Pakistan is a beautiful nation with diverse landscapes and rich culture. Our country was founded on 14th August 1947 through the efforts of Quaid-e-Azam. The green and white flag symbolizes our unity and faith. Pakistan's mountains, rivers, and valleys fill me with pride. I am grateful for the freedom and opportunities my country provides. Every citizen has a duty to serve Pakistan with dedication. I promise to work hard and contribute to my nation's progress. Through education and honest work, I will honor my country. Pakistan Zindabad!