Get your child exam-ready with the Class 8 Cyber Olympiad Previous Year Paper . Practicing these papers helps students understand the pattern, improve speed, and master important computer concepts.
What's Included in the Paper?
MCQs based on topics like Fundamentals of Computers, Internet & Viruses etc.
Includes Computer & IT Section and Achiever's Section for advanced problem-solving.
Comes with an answer key for effective self-evaluation.
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Syllabus:
Section 1: Computer & IT
Algorithms and Flowcharts
Computational Thinking
Flowchart Symbols:
Oval (Start/End)
Rectangle (Process/Task)
Diamond (Decision/Condition)
Arrow (Flow of control)
Rules for creating flowcharts: Begin with "Start" and end with "Stop", use arrows to connect symbols, decisions lead to different paths
Algorithms vs Flowcharts
Introduction to Canva
Canva Interface:
Understanding dashboard: templates, projects, folders
How to create a new design
Drag-and-drop functionality
Difference between free and premium elements
Design Basics:
Contrast, alignment, balance
Color theory basics and color combinations
Using white space effectively
Choosing appropriate fonts for different purposes
Typography Skills:
Font pairing, size and hierarchy
Text alignment and spacing
Making titles stand out
What can we do on Canva: Social Media Posts, Academic Posters, Creative Writing, Presentations, Infographics, Collaborative Projects
Video Editing: Making short videos/reels, Adding text, stickers, music, trimming clips, arranging scenes
Latest Developments in the Field of IT
Human-Computer Interaction: GUI, CLI, Touch, Voice, Gesture-based
Emerging Technologies: IoT, Blockchain, Quantum Computing
MS Access
Types of Queries
Creating a Query
Sorting Data in Query
Creating a Report
MS Excel
Using statistical functions like MEDIAN and CORREL
Working with large datasets: Text to Columns, Remove Duplicates
Advanced formulas: nested IF functions, array formulas
Data Visualization:
PivotTables, PivotCharts, Slicers
Advanced charts: radar, bubble, 3D, combo charts
Formatting charts: color themes, axis, legends, data labels
Conditional Formatting:
Complex rules and color scales
Using formulas for custom formatting (e.g., top 10% values)
Data Validation and Protection:
Drop-down lists
Restrict data entry
Protect sheets and ranges
Power Query and Power Pivot:
Import, clean, transform data
Build data models, analyze large volumes, create relationships between tables
Automation with Macros:
Recording, editing, debugging macros
Using VBA for custom automation scripts
MS PowerPoint
Customizing design elements: backgrounds, color palettes, fonts
Inserting and customizing vector graphics, icons, images
Advanced Transitions and Animations:
Motion paths, emphasis, fade effects
Customizing timing, triggers, sequencing
Multimedia Integration:
Embedding videos, audio, interactive elements
Hyperlinks for interactive/non-linear presentations
Data Visualization:
Inserting charts, tables, SmartArt
PowerPoint "Design Ideas" for automatic layout suggestions
Collaboration and Sharing: real-time editing, comments, export as video/PDF
MS Word
Multi-level lists for organizing information
Section breaks for page layout control
Inserting footnotes, endnotes, citations
Advanced headers and footers, automatic updates
Styles and Themes:
Customizing and saving styles
Modifying themes for consistent formatting
Working with Tables:
Inserting and formatting complex tables
Sorting, merging cells, formulas within tables
Track Changes: Accept/reject changes, comments for feedback
Document Protection and Security: Password protection, restrict editing, create forms with content controls
Network and Communication
E-commerce and Online Transactions: B2B, B2C, C2C, online payment systems
Blogging
Emerging Technologies: 5G, IoT, Cloud Computing, AI in Communication
Modes of communication in data transmission
Operating Systems & GUI
Functions: process management, memory management, file system management, device management
Single-user vs. Multi-user
User interface: GUI vs CLI
Navigating a basic OS (e.g., Windows)
Using UI
Fundamentals of Computer
Programming
Introduction to Python
Character Set, Tokens, Comments, Statements
Data Types, Variables
Defining Input and Output in Python
Error Handling
Programs in Python
Web Development
Introduction to forms: <form>, <input>, <button>, <label>
Types of input fields: text, password, email, etc.
Embedding audio & video using <audio> and <video>
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Creating navigation menus with <nav> and <a> tags
Styling navigation menus using CSS (horizontal and vertical menus)
Section 2: Achievers Section
Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
Sample Paper Previous Year Paper Marking Scheme Previous Year Questions
Q.1
To format text within a cell which of the following shortcut key can be used in Excel?
a) Ctrl + E
b) Ctrl + 1
c) Ctrl + D
d) Ctrl + A
Q.2
Fill in the blank:
Collection of related records in a database is known as ________.
a) File
b) Bench
c) Table
d) Relationship
Q.3
What is the purpose of the <label> tag in a form?
a) To create an input field
b) To provide a description for form elements
c) To create a button
d) To define a form
Q.4
What is a disadvantage of algorithms compared to flowcharts?
a) They are harder to understand
b) They are more visual
c) They use fewer symbols
d) They are more detailed
Q.5
Which among the following is not a function in MS Excel?
a) SUM()
b) AVG()
c) MAX()
d) MIN()
Q.6
Which one of the following network protocols is supported by most of the operating system?
a) AppleTalk
b) NWLink
c) TCP/IP
d) All of these
Q.7
Fill in the blank:
In networks, a small message used to pass between one station to another is known as ______.
a) Token
b) Byte
c) Word
d) Ring
Q.8
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option:
_________ are attempts by individuals to obtain confidential information from you by falsifying their identity.
a) Phishing scams
b) Computer viruses
c) Spyware scams
d) Viruses
Q.9
HTML lets you change the colour of text which is by default black. Which syntax is correct to change the entire text colour to red?
a) <body bgcolor ="red">
b) <body text ="red">
c) <body color ="red">
d) <body bcolor ="red">
Q.10
Which data type would you use to store a single character?
a) int
b) float
c) char
d) str
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