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SST Question Paper

The document consists of various sections including multiple choice questions, fill in the blanks, true or false statements, and short answer questions related to topics such as the Prairies, natural disasters, communication, the United Nations, and the Revolt of 1857. It assesses knowledge on geographical, historical, and social concepts. The format includes different types of questions aimed at evaluating understanding and retention of the material.

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SST Question Paper

The document consists of various sections including multiple choice questions, fill in the blanks, true or false statements, and short answer questions related to topics such as the Prairies, natural disasters, communication, the United Nations, and the Revolt of 1857. It assesses knowledge on geographical, historical, and social concepts. The format includes different types of questions aimed at evaluating understanding and retention of the material.

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SECTION A

I. Multiple Choice Questions (1×10 = 10 Marks)

The Prairies lie between the Tropic of Cancer and the ______ in the northern hemisphere.

a) Antarctic Circle

b) Arctic Circle

c) Equator

d) Tropic of Capricorn

A tsunami is caused due to disturbances on the:

a) Earth’s surface

b) Ocean floor

c) River bed

d) Continental shelf

The United Nations was formed after the:

a) First World War

b) Revolt of 1857

c) Second World War

d) Partition of Bengal

The Simon Commission reached India in:

a) 1919

b) 1920

c) 1928

d) 1930

The Prairies are known as the Wheat Basket of the world because:

a) They import wheat

b) They produce surplus wheat

c) They export cotton

d) They grow rice

The Richter Scale measures the:


a) Speed of wind

b) Intensity of rainfall

c) Magnitude of an earthquake

d) Depth of a river

The Security Council consists of ______ permanent members.

a) 10

b) 15

c) 5

d) 6

The Rowlatt Act was passed in:

a) 1919

b) 1920

c) 1930

d) 1942

The western part of the Prairies is mainly used for:

a) Cotton cultivation

b) Mining

c) Cattle rearing

d) Rice farming

The Non-Cooperation Movement was launched in:

a) 1919

b) 1920

c) 1930

d) 1942

II. Fill in the Blanks (1×5 = 5 Marks)

Grasslands are large plains of ______.

A drought occurs when a region does not receive enough ______ for extended periods.

The UN Charter was signed by ______ countries.


Lord Curzon announced the decision to divide Bengal in the year ______.

The lava that cools down forms ______ rocks.

III. State True or False (1×5 = 5 Marks)

Prairies have dense forests because of heavy rainfall.

Tsunamis cannot be prevented but timely information can help.

The League of Nations prevented the Second World War.

Moderates wanted self-rule immediately.

Radio is a means of mass communication.

SECTION B – VERY SHORT ANSWER (2×10 = 20 Marks)

(Answer in 2–3 sentences)

The Prairies (4 Marks)

Why is the climate of the Prairies called Continental Climate? (2)

Name any two grazing animals found in the Prairies. (2)

Natural Disasters (4 Marks)

Define epicentre. (2)

Mention two safety measures during floods. (2)

Communication (4 Marks)

What is personal communication? (2)

What is the full form of PIN and ISP? (2)

United Nations (4 Marks)

Name any two specialized agencies of the UN. (2)

Who is the current Secretary-General mentioned in the book? (2)

Achieving Freedom (4 Marks)

Why was the Partition of Bengal opposed? (2)

Who were Lal, Bal and Pal? (2)

SECTION C – SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (3×4 = 12 Marks)

(Answer in 4–5 sentences)

Explain the economic activities in the Prairies. (3)


Describe the causes of earthquakes. (3)

Explain the objectives of the United Nations. (3)

Describe the Civil Disobedience Movement. (3)

SECTION D – DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN (2×2 = 4 Marks)

Differentiate between:

a) Personal Communication and Mass Communication (2)

b) Drought and Flood (2)

SECTION E – LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS (4×1 = 4 Marks)

Explain the causes and effects of the Revolt of 1857. (4)

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