Class 7 – Science Question Paper
Time: 2 Hours
Maximum Marks: 50
Section A – Very Short Answer (1 × 10 = 10 marks)
Answer all questions.
1. What is reflection of light?
2. Name one natural source of light.
3. What is wastewater?
4. What is sewage?
5. Name one disease caused by polluted water.
6. What is a canopy in a forest?
7. Name one product obtained from forests.
8. What is the function of a periscope?
9. Define deforestation.
10. Name one step used in wastewater treatment.
Section B – Short Answer (2 × 10 = 20 marks)
Answer all questions.
11. Differentiate between luminous and non-luminous objects.
12. Write two uses of concave mirrors.
13. What happens when light passes through water?
14. Why should wastewater be treated before releasing into rivers?
15. Explain the role of bacteria in wastewater treatment.
16. What is sludge? How is it useful?
17. How do forests help in preventing floods?
18. Write two causes of deforestation.
19. Why are forests called our lifeline?
20. Mention two ways to conserve forests.
Section C – Long Answer (5 × 4 = 20 marks)
Answer any four questions.
21. Explain the process of wastewater treatment in steps.
22. Describe the importance of forests for animals and humans.
23. Explain reflection of light with a neat diagram.
24. Write a note on rainwater harvesting and its importance.
25. Explain how different animals and plants are interdependent in forests.