FIRST TRIAL

ALLEN SCHOLARSHIP ADMISSION TEST (ASAT) - CLASS VIII TO IX SYLLABUS & PATTERN

I. SYLLABUS

A. PHYSICS
  1. Chemical effect of Electric Current

    • Study of how electric current affects chemical reactions.

  2. Light

    • Examination of properties and behaviors of light, such as reflection, refraction, and dispersion.

  3. Friction

    • Understanding the force that opposes motion and its applications in real-world scenarios.

  4. Force and Pressure

    • Concepts of force and how it creates pressure in different contexts.

  5. Sound

    • Characteristics of sound, its propagation, and effects on the environment.

  6. Some Natural Phenomena

    • Overview of various phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and their underlying physics.

B. CHEMISTRY
  1. Coal and Petroleum

    • Exploration of the significance, properties, and applications of fossil fuels.

  2. Combustion and Flame

    • Discussion of combustion types, flame types, and the importance of combustion in energy production.

C. MATHEMATICS
  1. Algebraic Expression, Identities and Factorisation

    • In-depth exploration of algebraic expressions, their identities, and methods of factorization.

  2. Rational Numbers

    • Study of rational numbers, their properties, and operations involving them.

  3. Introduction to Graphs and Data Handling

    • Basics of graph construction and data interpretation techniques.

  4. Linear Equations in One Variable

    • Understanding linear equations, their solutions, and graphical representation.

  5. Comparing Quantities

    • Techniques to compare various quantities and practical applications.

  6. Squares and Square Roots

    • Calculating squares, square roots, and their applications in problems.

  7. Mensuration

    • Concepts related to area, volume, and surface area calculations for various geometric figures.

  8. Understanding Quadrilaterals

    • Examination of properties and types of quadrilaterals.

  9. Exponents and Powers

    • Rules of exponents, their significance, and application in calculations.

  10. Cubes and Cube Roots

    • Understanding of cubes, cube roots, and their properties.

D. BIOLOGY
  1. Crop Production and Management

    • Overview of agricultural practices, crop cycles, and management techniques.

  2. Microorganisms: Friend and Foe

    • Study of beneficial and harmful microorganisms and their roles within ecosystems.

  3. Conservation of Plants and Animals

    • Importance of biodiversity and conservation strategies for flora and fauna.

  4. Reproduction in Animals

    • Examination of the reproductive processes in various animal species.

  5. Reaching the Age of Adolescence

    • Topics related to growth, development, and psychological changes during adolescence.

E. IQ SECTION
  1. Blood Relation

    • Questions based on relationships and family trees.

  2. Non Verbal Series

    • Patterns and sequences presented in non-verbal formats.

  3. Coding Decoding

    • Techniques to decipher coded messages.

  4. Analytical Reasoning

    • Logical reasoning problems requiring analysis of statements and situations.

  5. Direction Sense Test

    • Questions assessing direction understanding and navigation.

  6. Dice

    • Problems related to the arrangement and outcomes of dice.

  7. Verbal Series

    • Pattern recognition in verbal forms.

  8. Paper Folding and Paper Cutting

    • Visual-motor reasoning based on paper folding or cutting processes.

  9. Puzzle Test

    • Logical puzzles that require problem-solving skills.

  10. Mirror and Water Images

    • Identification of images as seen in mirrors or reflections in water.

II. EXAMINATION PATTERN

A. ONLINE EXAM PATTERN
  • Parts:

    • Part-1: IQ

    • Part-2: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Math

  • Marking Scheme:

    • +4 for each correct answer

    • -1 for each incorrect answer

    • No negative marking in Part-1

  • Question Distribution:

    • IQ: 10 questions

    • Physics: 15 questions

    • Chemistry: 15 questions

    • Biology: 15 questions

    • Math: 20 questions

  • Total Questions: 75

  • Duration: 60 Minutes

B. OFFLINE EXAM PATTERN
  • Parts:

    • Part-1: IQ

    • Part-2: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Math

  • Marking Scheme:

    • +4 for each correct answer

    • -1 for each incorrect answer

    • No negative marking in Part-I

  • Question Distribution:

    • IQ: 20 questions

    • Physics: 15 questions

    • Chemistry: 15 questions

    • Biology: 15 questions

    • Math: 15 questions

  • Total Questions: 80

  • Duration: 120 Minutes