Class IX - Summative Assessment I

                                                    SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT –I 

                                                               SOCIAL SCIENCE

                                                                       Class – IX   

Time allowed: 3 hours                                                                                      Maximum Marks: 90

 

General Instructions :

(i)       The question paper has 31 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.

(ii) Marks are indicated against each question.

(iii) Questions from serial number 1-10 are Multiple Choice Questions. Each   question carries one mark.

(iv) Questions from serial number 11 to 22 are 3 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.

(v) Questions from serial number 23 to 30 are 5 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 120 words each.

(vi) Question number 31 is a map question of 4 mark from Geography only. After completion, attach the map inside your answer book.

1. What did the Red Cap worn by “Sans Culottes‟ in France symbolize?

(a) Liberty                                                         (b) Brotherhood

(c) Love                                                            (d) Equality

2. What was the name of the direct tax paid by the third estate to the state ?

(a) Tithe                                                           (b) Taille

(c) Livre                                                           (d) Revenue

3. Which one of the following groups of states has common frontiers with China ?

(a) Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Arunachal Pradesh.

(b) Rajasthan, Punjab, Jummu and Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh.

(c) Chattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Jummu and Kashmir.

(d) Bihar, West Bengal, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.

4. Which one of the following is not a tributary of the River Ganga ?

(a) Yamuna                                                            (b) Beas

 (c) Ghaghra                                                           (d) Kosi

5. How many years did Pinochet rule Chile ?

  (a) 17                                                                    (b) 20

  (c) 25                                                                    (d) 10

6. Which one of the following countries does not have veto power in the Security Council

of the United Nations ?

(a) United States                                                      (b) Britain

(c) Germany                                                             (d) China 

7. According to the Indian Constitution, what does the word „Secular‟ means ?

(a) The government has complete control our religious matters.

(b) All citizens have right to vote

(c) All citizens have right to equality

(d) All citizens have complete freedom to follow any religion

8. Minimum wages for a farm labourer set  by the Government is :

(a) Rs. 80                                                             (b) Rs. 120

(c) Rs. 90                                                             (d) Rs. 60

9. Which one of the following is related to the tertiary sector ?

(a) Agriculture                                                        (b) Forestry

(c) Mining                                                              (d) Communication

10. What was the literacy rate of India in 2001 ?

(a) 60%                                                            (b) 50%

(c) 65%                                                            (d) 75%

11. Describe any three problems faced by the Weimer Republic.                                                  3x1=3

                                                                                      OR

How did the Revolution of 1905 prove to be a dress-rehearsal of the Revolution of 1917 ?

12. Explain any three points to prove that Nazi rule was barbarious.                                             3x1=3

                                                                                     OR

      Explain the ideology of the three power groups present in the Russian society i.e. the Liberals, the       Radicals and the Conservatives.

13. What were the three main contributions of land routes to India in ancient times ?                     3x1=3

14. Mention the nature of geology and topography of the Himalayas, the Peninsular plateau and Northern plains.                                                                                                                                        3x1=3

15. Explain the types of tectonic plate movements responsible for the formation of relief features.        3                                                                               

16. Explain the `National River Conservation Plan‟ (NRCP).                                                             3

17. Why is 11 September, 1973 considered to be a big day in the history of Chile ?  Explain any three 

       reasons.                                                                                                                             3x1=3

18. State any three arguments against democracy.                                                                      3x1=3

19. Why do we need a constitution ?  Give any three reasons.                                                    3x1=3

20. What do the scientific reports indicate about the modern farming methods? Mention any three facts.

                                                                                                                                                3x1=3

21. Explain any three disadvantages of unemployment.                                                              1+2=3

22.“Population is an asset for the economy rather than a liability”.  Support the statement with examples. 3

23. What were the Jacobin Clubs ? Describe their activities.                                                               5

24. How was slavery abolished in France ?  Explain.                                                                          5

25. How did destruction of democracy take place, phase by phase under Hitler in Nazi Germany ?     5

                                                                    OR

      Explain any five conditions which led to the Russian Civil War in 1918 - 1920.                     5x1=5

26. How are the Himalayas divided on the basis of regions from west to east ?  Explain.                     5

27. Highlight some common features of the non-democratic countries.                                                5

28. Explain any five features of the Indian Constitution ?                                                             5x1=5

29. What are the different ways of increasing production on the same peace of land ? Explain any five.

                                                                                                                                                 5x1=5

30. Explain the difference between economic activity and non - economic activity ? Give two examples of each ?                                                                                                                                               5

31. Two features (A) and (B) are marked on the given political outline map of India. Identify these features with the help of following information and write their correct names on the lines marked in the map : 2+2=4

(A) A mountain range in Rajasthan

(B) The Main river of the Northern Plain

OR

Locate and label the following on the same political outline map of India :

(i) Garo Hills

(ii) The Eastern most meridian of India

31B. The following question is for the visually impaired candidates only in lieu of Map Q. No. 31 :

                                                                                                                                         4x1=4

(i) In which state are the Garo hills located ?

(ii) Which is the eastern most longitude of India ?

(iii) Name the largest lake located in Orissa ?

(iv) Name the longest river of the Peninsuler India ?

Class IX - Summative Assessment I

                                                     SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT –I 

                                                                   SOCIAL SCIENCE

                                                                          Class – IX   

Time allowed: 3 hours                                                                                    Maximum Marks: 90

 

General Instructions :

(i) The question paper has 31 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.

(ii) Marks are indicated against each question.

(iii) Questions from serial number 1-10 are Multiple Choice Questions. Each   question carries one mark.

(iv) Questions from serial number 11 to 22 are 3 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.

(v) Questions from serial number 23 to 30 are 5 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 120 words each.

(vi) Question number 31 is a map question of 4 mark from Geography only. After completion, attach the map inside your answer book.

1. What did the Red Cap worn by “Sans Culottes‟ in France symbolize?                                           1

(a) Liberty                                                   (b) Brotherhood

(c) Love                                                      (d) Equality

2. What was the name of the direct tax paid by the third estate to the state ?                                      1

(a) Tithe                                                      (b) Taille

(c) Livre                                                      (d) Revenue

3. Which one of the following groups of states has common frontiers with China ?                             1

(a) Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Arunachal Pradesh.

(b) Rajasthan, Punjab, Jummu and Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh.

(c) Chattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Jummu and Kashmir.

(d) Bihar, West Bengal, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.

4. Which one of the following is not a tributary of the River Ganga ?                                                 1

(a) Yamuna                                                 (b) Beas

 (c) Ghaghra                                                (d) Kosi

5. How many years did Pinochet rule Chile ?                                                                                   1

  (a) 17                                                        (b) 20

  (c) 25                                                        (d) 10

6. Which one of the following countries does not have veto power in the Security Council of the United Nations ?                                                                                                                                       1

(a) United States                                         (b) Britain

(c) Germany                                               (d) China 

7. According to the Indian Constitution, what does the word "Secular‟ means ?                              1

(a) The government has complete control our religious matters.

(b) All citizens have right to vote

(c) All citizens have right to equality

(d) All citizens have complete freedom to follow any religion

8. Minimum wages for a farm labourer set  by the Government is :                                                  1

(a) Rs. 80                                                    (b) Rs. 120

(c) Rs. 90                                                    (d) Rs. 60

9. Which one of the following is related to the tertiary sector ?                                                        1

(a) Agriculture                                              (b) Forestry

(c) Mining                                                    (d) Communication

10. What was the literacy rate of India in 2001 ?                                                                           1

(a) 60%                                                       (b) 50%

(c) 65%                                                       (d) 75%

11. Describe any three problems faced by the Weimer Republic.                                          3x1=3

                                                                    OR

      How did the Revolution of 1905 prove to be a dress-rehearsal of the Revolution of 1917 ?

12. Explain any three points to prove that Nazi rule was barbarious.                                     3x1=3

                                                                    OR

      Explain the ideology of the three power groups present in the Russian society i.e. the Liberals, the 

      Radicals and the Conservatives.      

13. What were the three main contributions of land routes to India in ancient times ?             3x1=3

14. Mention the nature of geology and topography of the Himalayas, the Peninsular plateau and Northern 

      plains.                                                                                                                           3x1=3

15. Explain the types of tectonic plate movements responsible for the formation of relief features.  3

16. Explain the `National River Conservation Plan‟ (NRCP).                                                       3

17. Why is 11 September, 1973 considered to be a big day in the history of Chile ?  Explain any three 

       reasons.                                                                                                                       3x1=3

18. State any three arguments against democracy.                                                                3x1=3

19. Why do we need a constitution ?  Give any three reasons.                                              3x1=3

20. What do the scientific reports indicate about the modern farming methods? Mention any three facts.

                                                                                                                                           3x1=3

21. Explain any three disadvantages of unemployment.                                                          1+2=3

22. “Population is an asset for the economy rather than a liability”.  Support the statement with examples.

                                                                                                                                                   3

23. What were the Jacobin Clubs ? Describe their activities.                                                         5

24. How was slavery abolished in France ?  Explain.                                                                    5

25. How did destruction of democracy take place, phase by phase under Hitler in Nazi Germany ?  5

                                                                             OR

      Explain any five conditions which led to the Russian Civil War in 1918 - 1920.                 5x1=5

26. How are the Himalayas divided on the basis of regions from west to east ?  Explain.               5

27. Highlight some common features of the non-democratic countries.                                          5

28. Explain any five features of the Indian Constitution ?                                                      5x1=5

29. What are the different ways of increasing production on the same peace of land ? Explain any five.

                                                                                                                                          5x1=5

30. Explain the difference between economic activity and non - economic activity ? Give two examples of      

-     each ?                                                                                                                                 5

31. Two features (A) and (B) are marked on the given political outline map of India.  Identify these features      

      with the help of following information and write their correct names on the lines marked in the map :

(A) A mountain range in Rajasthan

(B) The Main river of the Northern Plain

And

Locate and label the following on the same political outline map of India :

(i) Garo Hills

(ii) The Eastern most meridian of India

                                                                                                                                          2+2=4

31B. The following question is for the visually impaired candidates only in lieu of Map Q. No. 31 :

                                                                                                                                        4x1=4

(i) In which state are the Garo hills located ?

(ii) Which is the eastern most longitude of India ?

(iii) Name the largest lake located in Orissa ?

(iv) Name the longest river of the Peninsuler India ?

Class X - Summative Assessment - I

                                                           SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT –I 

                                                                       SOCIAL SCIENCE

                                                                              Class – X

Time allowed: 3 hours                                                                                        Maximum Marks: 90

General Instructions:

(i) The question paper has 31 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.

(ii) Marks are indicated against each question.

(iii) Questions from serial number 1-10 are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ). Each question carries one mark.

(iv) Questions from serial number 11 to 22 are 3 marks questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.

(v) Questions from serial number 23 to 30 are 5 marks questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 100 words each.

(vi) Question number 31 is a map question of 4 marks from Geography only. After completion, attach the map inside your answer book.

1. People's livelihoods and local economy of which one of the following was badly affected by the  disease named "Rinderpest‟ ?

(a) Asia                                                                                (b) Europe

(c) Africa                                                                             (d) South America                                   1

                                                                        OR

The person who got people from village, ensured them jobs, helped them settle in cities and  provided them money in times of need was known as :

(a) Stapler                                                                            (b) Fuller

(c) Gomastha                                                                        (d) Jobber

                                                                       OR

Who developed the priniciple of Garden city ?

(a) Thomas Hardy                                                                 (b) Charles Dickens

(c) Charles Booth                                                                  (d) Ebenezer Howard

2.  Which one of the following is the oldest printed Japanese book ?

(a) Sutta Pitaka                                                                     (b) Diamond Sutra

(c) Maha Vamsa                                                                   (d) Dipa Vamsa                                     1

                                                                      OR

Which Hindi novel by Prem Chand does tell the story of Indian peasantry through the characters of  “Hori‟ and his wife “Dhania‟ ?

(a) Godan                                                                               (b) Gaban

(c) Sewasadan                                                                        (d) Rang Bhoomi                                                                      

3. Resources which are surveyed and their quantity and quality have been determined for utilisation are known as :

(a) Potential resources                                                               (b) Stock

(c) Developed resources                                                            (d) Reserves                                     1

4. Which one of the following is NOT considered a sacred tree in India ?

(a) Peepal                                                                                  (b) Neem

(c) Banyan                                                                                 (d) Mango                                        1

5. Which of the following is NOT the cause of water scarcity ?

(a) Rapid growth of population

(b) Uneven distribution of water resources

(c) Constructions of dams and reserves

(d) Increase in demand                                                                                                                      1

6. Which of the following statements is NOT true ?

(a) In Belgium, leaders realised that unity of the country is possible only by sharing power

(b) In Sri Lanka, the majority community wants to force domination over others

(c) In Sri Lanka, the demand for more autonomy to provinces populated by Tamils has been granted

(d) Division of Belgium along linguistic lines was averted due topower sharing                                     1

7. As per language policy of Indian Government, which one of the following statements is true  regarding the status of Hindi language ?

(a) Only Hindi is our National language.

(b) Hindi is the official language.

(c) Hindi has been accepted as the mother tongue of all the Indians.

(d) None of the above.                                                                                                                     1

8. Which of the following divisions is unique to India ?

(a) Gender division (b) Caste division

(c) Economic division (d) Religious division                                                                                      1

9. Which is the most important attribute for comparing the development of countries ?

(a) Resources (b) Population

(c) Average income (d) None of the above                                                                                      1

10. Which of the following is also known as disguised employment ?

(a) Over employment (b) Factory employment

(c) Under employment (d) Unemployment                                                                                       1

11. What was Rinderpest ?  How did Rinderpest change the economy of the African society ?         3                                                                                                                           

                                                                             OR

Mention any three restrictions imposed by the British government upon the Indian merchants in the 19th Century ?

                                                                             OR

Write about the pollution problems of Calcutta (Kolkata) in the 19^th century.    

12. How did print introduce debate and discussion? Explain any three points.                                  3

                                                                            OR

      With the help of an example show how the early novels in Europe contributed to colonialism ?

13. Explain the importance of  conservation of resources.                                                                3

14. Explain with three examples, how communities have carried out conservation of flora and fauna in India ?                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                     3

15. Why are different water harvesting systems considered a viable alternative both socio - economically and environmentally in a country like India ?                                                                                          3

16. Why is power sharing necessary in democracy ?  Explain.                                                        3

17. Taking the example of Carlos, Smith and Norman explain how social differences divide similar people from one another but also unite very different people.                                                                     3

18. How do social divisions affect politics ? Give two examples.                                                    3

19. What are millets and why are they called coarse grains ? Give two examples and the areas where they are grown.                                                                                                                           2+1=3

20. “For development, people look at a mix of goals‟. Support the statement with three suitable examples.                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                    3

21. Differentiate between the public sector and private sector by giving examples.                          3

22. Suggest any three ways to create more employment avenues in Urban sector.                          3

23. What is meant by the term “globalisation‟ ?  Describe the three types of movements or flows within international economic exchange.                                                                                                  5

                                                                        OR

Describe any four impacts of Manchester imports on the cotton weavers of India.

                                                                        OR

How did city development occur at the cost of ecology and environment ?

24. Explain how print culture assisted the growth of nationalism in India.                                        5
                                                                        OR
     Describe the ways in which the novel in India attempted to create a sense of pan-Indian belonging.

25.Explain Rice cultivation in India under the following heads :

(a) Importance

(b) Geographical conditions

(c) Any two rice producing states on the eastern coast                                                     1+2+2=5                                                                 

26. Describe the factors which determine the outcomes of politics of social divisions.                    5                                      

27. What is the significance of secondary sector in Indian economy? How does it help in the economic development of the country.                                                                                                        5

28. Prove that Caste has not disappeared from Contemporary India.                                           5

29. Why do we use averages ? Are there any limitations to their use ? Illustrate with your own examples related to development.                                                                                                               5

30. "Tertiary sector is not playing any significant role in the development of Indian economy." Do you agree ? Give reasons in support of your answer.                                                                                       5

31. Identify the features marked as 1 and  2, on the political outline map of India and write their names on the line / space provided for it on the basis of information provided below.                                   4

(1) A type of soil

(2) Leading producing of Bajra in India

OR

Locate and label the following on the same outline map of India.

(a) Rana Pratap sagar dam.

(b) Major Rubber producing state on the eastern coast                                                       

OR

36B. The following question is for the visually impaired candidates only in lieu of Map Q. No. 36

(I) What type of soil is found in West Bengal ?

(II) Name the National park having Tiger Project in Assam.

Class IX - Summative Assessment I

                                                     SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT –I (2011)

                                                                     SOCIAL SCIENCE

                                                                             Class – IX

 Time allowed: 3 hours                                                                                       Maximum Marks: 90

 

General Instructions :

(i) The question paper has 31 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.

(ii) Marks are indicated against each question.

(iii) Questions from serial number 1-10 are Multiple Choice Questions. Each question carries one mark.

(iv) Questions from serial number 11 to 22 are 3 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.

(v) Questions from serial number 23 to 30 are 5 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 120 words each.

(vi) Question number 31 is a map question of 4 mark from Geography only. After completion, attach the map inside your answer book.

1. What did the red cap worn by Sans Culottees in France symbolize?                                            1

 (a) Brotherhood                                                            (b) Danger

(c) Anger                                                                      (d) Liberty

2. Which one of the following group was not benefitted by the French Revolution ?                         1 

(a) Peasants                                                                   (b) Workers

(c) Nobility                                                                    (d) Agricultural labourers  1

3. The neighbouring countries that share their boundaries with India are :

(a) Pakistan and Afghanistan                                         (b) Myanmar and Bangladesh

(c) China and Nepal                                                     (d) All the above                                        1

4. Which one of the following rivers is a peninsular tributary of the Ganga ?                                     1

(a) Ghagar                                                                    (b) Son

(c) Gomti                                                                      (d) Gandak

5. How many permanent members are there in the Security Council ?

(a) 5                                                                             (b) 7

(c) 10                                                                           (d) 15                                                        1

6. Which one of the following UN Secretary Generals, said that the “US war on Iraq  was not legal” ?

(a) Kofi Annan                                                             (b) B. Buturash Ghali

(c) U Thant                                                                   (d) Ban Ki Moon                                      1

7. How many members did the Constituent Assembly of India have ?

(a) 199                                                                         (b) 299

(c) 399                                                                         (d) 279                                                     1

8. High yields with combinations of HYV (High Yielding Varieties) seeds, irrigation,  chemical fertilizers, pesticides etc. refers to :                                                                                                                 1

(a) Modern cropping                                                    (b) Mixed cropping

(c) Multiple cropping                                                    (d) Mega cropping

9. On which of the following does the quality of population not depend?

(a) Literacy Rate                                                           (b) Income

(c) Health status                                                            (d) Skill Formation                                    1

10. Which one of the following is not an activity of primary sector ?

(a) Transport                                                                (b) Mining

(c) Forestry                                                                  (d) Animal Husbandry                               1

11. Explain the three fold plan of Hitler to consolidate the Nazi Power,  after becoming the Chancellor of Germany.                                                                                                                                     3

OR

Describe the main events of the October Revolution in Russia.                                                       3

12. “Nazis used chilling words as an art of propaganda‟ Justify.                                                     3

OR

       What was the contribution of Karl Marx in bringing about the Russian Revolution of 1917 ?    3                                                                                                                              

13. How does the long coastline benefit India ?                                                                             3

14. Describe any three divisions of the Himalayas on the basis of regions from West to East.          3x1=3                                                                                                                

15. Explain the types of tectonic plate movements responsible for the formation of relief features.    3                                                                                                               

16. How do rivers affect the economy of a country ?  Explain.                                                        3

17. Assess the policies adopted by Salvador Allende after his election as President of Chile in 1970 ?  3                                                                                                          

18. Why is a democratic government a better government ?  Explain                                                   3

19. What are constitutional amendments ?  Mention its significance in a democratic country like India. 1+2=3

                                                 

20. Explain any three factors which have enabled the farmers to increase the productivity of their land.                                                                                                               

                                                                                                                                                       3x1=3

21. What is the difference between economic activities and non-economic activities ?                        1+2=3

22. What role does education play towards growth of society ?                                                             3

23. “Social disparity was one of the major causes of French Revolution.”  Justify by giving five examples.                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                                                      5x1=5

24. What was the Jacobin Club ? Describe their activities.                                                               1+4=5

25. Explain any five objectives of the Russian Revolutionaries.                                                         5

OR

      Explain any five factors responsible for the meteoric rise of Hitler.                                              5x1=5

26. Describe any five characteristics of the Great Himalayas.                                                           5x1=5

27. “Democracy is the most popular form of government emerging in the modern times; still the shortcomings cannot be ruled out”. Justify the statement by assessing any five short comings of democracy.          5                                                               

28. “India‟s Constitution was drawn up under very difficult circumstances.” Elaborate this statement with the help of any five circumstances during which it was made.                                                                5x1=5

29. What is the aim of production ?  Explain the four factors of production of goods and services.  1+4=5                                                                                                                    

30. What is meant by economic activities? Describe the three types of economic activities  and give one example of each.                                                                                                                          2+3=5

31. Two features (A) and (B) are marked on the given political outline map of India. Identify these features with the help of the following information and write their correct names on the lines marked in the map :

(A) A mountain range

(B) A  river

AND

Locate and label the following on the same political outline map of India :

(i)     The Western most meridian of India.

(ii)    Kanchenjunga Peak

OR

31B. The following question is for the visually impaired candidates only in lieu of  Map Q. No. 31

(i) Name the longest river of India which  originates from the Himalaya, flows eastward  towards West   Bengal.

(ii) Name the main mountain range in Rajasthan.

(iii) Kanchenjunga is in which State of India ?

(iv) Which is the western most longitude of India ?                                                                           4x1=4

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