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Class VI Social Science Exam Paper

This document provides an exam for a social science class consisting of multiple choice, short answer, and longer answer questions. The exam is divided into 5 sections (A-E) testing students on topics related to history, geography, government, and current events. Section A contains 8 multiple choice questions worth 1 mark each. Sections B-D contain short answer and longer answer questions worth between 2-4 marks each. Section E involves labeling locations on outline maps for 4 total marks. The exam tests a wide range of concepts and is designed to evaluate students' understanding of key social science topics.

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Class VI Social Science Exam Paper

This document provides an exam for a social science class consisting of multiple choice, short answer, and longer answer questions. The exam is divided into 5 sections (A-E) testing students on topics related to history, geography, government, and current events. Section A contains 8 multiple choice questions worth 1 mark each. Sections B-D contain short answer and longer answer questions worth between 2-4 marks each. Section E involves labeling locations on outline maps for 4 total marks. The exam tests a wide range of concepts and is designed to evaluate students' understanding of key social science topics.

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ATOMIC ENERGY EDUCATION SOCIETY

TERM-II EXAMINATION, March - 2018

SUBJECT- SOCIAL SCIENCE Marks-80

CLASS- VI TIME- 3 Hours

Instructions:

1. This question paper consists of five sections A, B, C, D and E.


2. Section A has 8 multiple choice questions (MCQ) and each carries 1 mark.
3. Section B, each question carries 2 marks. (30-40 words).
4. Section C, each question carries 3 marks. (50-60 words).
5. Section D, each question carries 4 marks. (80-90 words).
6. Section E, question carries 4 marks,(2+2) for marking the options on maps.
7. Attach maps inside the answer script.
SECTION- A Multiple Choice Questions: (1x8=8)

1. Those who cultivate lands are known as------------------ .

a) Farmers b) Traders

c) Herders d) None of these

2. The pole star indicates the direction to the -------------------- .

a) North b) South

c) East d) west

3. Which of these area has mangrove forests ?

a) Assam b) Maharashtra

c) Thar desert d) Sunderbans

4. First Bio-reserve was set up at :

a) Simlipaal b) Nokrek

c) Pachmarhi d) Nilgiris

5.____ is a crossing where labourers wait to obtain work for earning daily wages.

a) Factory b) Labour Chowk

c) Crossing d) Call Centre

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6. Who heads the ward councillors in a municipality?

a) Municipal Commissioner b) Mayor

c) Sarpanch d) None of these

7. The Iron Pillar at Meharaulli is located in------------- .

a) Mumbai b) Kolkata

c) Delhi d) Chennai

8. What was the capital of the Pandayas?

a) Benaras b) Taxila

c) Madurai d) Indore

SECTION –B (Attempt any 9 questions) (2x9=18)

9. Who was Aryabhatta? Name the book written by him.

10. What is the meaning of ‘Dhamma’?

11. What was the importance of ‘Arikamedu’?

12. Why did kings want to control the ‘Silk Route’?


13. Where was Jesus Christ born? Name the holy book of the Christians.

14. “Oxygen and Carbon dioxide run in a cycle of reversal” .How?

15. What is peninsula? Give one example.

16. What is a Strait? Give one example.

17. Which is the rainiest place in India? Write the state also.

18. Name any two rural local bodies.

19. What is importance of Casual laborers in our daily life?

20. Who is the Municipal Councillor and elected by whom?

21. List two things that the work of a Patwari includes.

22. Which state in India covers the largest forest area in India? Give one reason.
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SECTION- C (Attempt any 10 questions) (3X10=30)

23. What were the different ways in which grain was used?

24. What were the main teachings of the Mahavira?

25. Was there an expansion in agriculture during the Iron Age? State your reasons

26. What was the extent of the Mauryan Empire under Chandragupta Maurya?

27. Name the chief deities that were worshipped in the earliest Hindu temples.

28. Draw a suitable diagram to show the solar system.

29. Describe the three main features of the lithosphere.

30. Why are rivers plains thickly populated?

31. Name the three parallel ranges of the Himalayas.

32. Why is the western part of Rajhasthan arid in spite of the Aravalli Hills?

33. What are the three tiers of the Panchayati raj? Explain in brief.

34. What is the work of the police?

35. Name a few committees of the Municipal Corporation.

36. State a few problems faced by the farmers in India.

37. What benefits does Sudha get along her salary?

SECTION-D (Attempt any 5 questions ) (4x5=20)

38. Enlist a few qualities of Samudragupta as a ruler.

39. Why is art and architecture important to the study of history?

40. How are mountains useful to man?

41. What is the difference between Tropical Evergreen forests and deciduous forests?

42. What do you think that the government can do to help the farmers when they get into debt?

43. In what ways is a permanent and regular job different from a casual job?

44. What are the different sources of income for the Municipal bodies in India?

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SECTION - E (1X4=4)

45. (A) On the given outline map of India mark and label the following: (1x2=2)

(i) Vallabhi

(ii) Patliputra

(B) On the given outline map of the world mark and label the following: (1x2=2)

(i) River Amazon

(ii) Atlas Mountain

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Mahavira's teachings emphasized non-violence, truth, non-stealing, celibacy, and non-possession. These principles encouraged a lifestyle of peace and detachment from materialism, influencing the social and spiritual lives of his followers .

Arikamedu was an important trade center in ancient India, known for its role in exchanges with Rome. It facilitated the trade of beads, gemstones, and textiles, contributing to the economic prosperity of the region .

During the Iron Age, agricultural expansion was facilitated by the introduction of iron tools, which improved farming efficiency. This allowed larger areas to be cultivated, supporting population growth and urbanization .

The western part of Rajasthan is arid due to the blocking of moist winds by the Aravalli Hills, which run parallel to the prevailing winds. As a result, these regions receive limited rainfall .

Kings wanted to control the Silk Route to enhance their wealth and power by levying taxes on merchants. This control also facilitated the exchange of goods, culture, and ideas, significantly enhancing the prosperity of their empires .

The Panchayati Raj system, with its three tiers—Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti, and Zila Parishad—facilitates local governance by decentralizing power. This structure enhances participation, allowing locals to address needs specific to their communities efficiently .

Art and architecture provide insights into the cultural, religious, and social practices of historical periods. These elements reveal the priorities and technological advancements of a society and help historians reconstruct historical narratives .

Permanent jobs offer job security, consistent income, and benefits such as health insurance, whereas casual jobs lack these features, leading to financial instability and lack of benefits. This affects workers' quality of life and economic planning .

River plains are densely populated due to their fertile soil, which supports agriculture, availability of water, and easy transportation. These attributes have historically supported large settlements and trade .

The three main features of the lithosphere are the crust, mantle, and core. The crust is the outermost layer, home to most biotic elements. The mantle, beneath the crust, drives plate tectonics and volcanic activity. The core, with its molten iron, generates the Earth's magnetic field. Together, these features shape the planet's surface and influence climatic and geologic processes .

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