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General Knowledge Class 8 - Entertainment Notes

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Entertainment

Welcome to the chapter on Entertainment for Class 8. In this chapter, you will learn about different forms of entertainment, famous personalities, and how entertainment has changed over time. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to discuss movies, music, sports, and other ways people enjoy themselves!

Introduction

Entertainment is anything that people do for fun and relaxation. It includes movies, music, sports, games, television, and more. Entertainment helps us relax, learn new things, and spend time with friends and family.

Types of Entertainment

  • Movies: Watching films in cinemas or at home.
  • Music: Listening to songs, playing instruments, or singing.
  • Sports: Playing or watching games like cricket, football, badminton, and tennis.
  • Television: Watching shows, news, cartoons, and documentaries.
  • Online Entertainment: Using the internet for games, videos, and social media.
  • Reading: Books, comics, and magazines.
  • Theatre: Watching plays and stage performances.

Famous Personalities in Entertainment

  • Amitabh Bachchan – Actor
  • Lata Mangeshkar – Singer
  • Sachin Tendulkar – Cricketer
  • A. R. Rahman – Music Composer
  • P. V. Sindhu – Badminton Player
  • Virat Kohli – Cricketer
  • Priyanka Chopra – Actress

How Entertainment Has Changed

  • Earlier, people enjoyed folk songs, dances, and puppet shows.
  • Now, we have movies, TV, and online games.
  • Technology has made entertainment faster and more interactive.

Fun Activity: Entertainment Survey

Ask your friends and family about their favorite form of entertainment. Make a chart showing what everyone likes most!

Summary

  • Entertainment includes movies, music, sports, and more.
  • Famous personalities inspire us in different fields.
  • Entertainment has changed with technology.

Practice Questions

  1. Name two types of entertainment you enjoy.
  2. Who is a famous singer from India?
  3. How has entertainment changed over time?
  4. Name a famous sports personality.
  5. What is online entertainment?

Challenge Yourself

  • Write a short paragraph about your favorite movie or song.
  • List three ways technology has changed entertainment.

Did You Know?

  • India produces the most movies in the world every year!
  • The Olympic Games are watched by millions of people worldwide.

Glossary

  • Entertainment: Activities that help us relax and have fun.
  • Personality: A famous person in a field.
  • Technology: Tools and machines that make life easier.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. (Any two: movies, music, sports, reading, online games, etc.)
  2. Lata Mangeshkar
  3. From folk songs and puppet shows to movies, TV, and online games.
  4. Sachin Tendulkar, P. V. Sindhu, Virat Kohli (any one)
  5. Using the internet for games, videos, and social media.

Enjoy entertainment, but remember to balance fun with learning and healthy habits!

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