…Boards Sprint Series-Geography Chapter 3.
1. What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered by water?
(a) 50% (b) 70% (c) 60% (d) 80%
2. Which one of the following is a freshwater source?
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(a) Oceans (b) Rivers (c) Seas (d) Bays
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3. What is the main cause of water scarcity?
(a) Excess rainfall (b) Uneven distribution of water (c) High groundwater levels (d) Abundant rivers
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4. Which river is known as the “Sorrow of Bihar” due to frequent floods?
(a) Ganga (b) Kosi (c) Yamuna (d) Brahmaputra
5. Which of the following is NOT a traditional water harvesting method?
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(a) Taankas (b) Johads (c) Tanks (d) Dams
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6. The largest freshwater lake in India is:
(a) Chilika Lake (b) Dal Lake (c) Sambhar Lake (d) Wular Lake
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7. Which state of India has the highest per capita water availability?
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(a) Punjab (b) Kerala (c) Himachal Pradesh (d) Rajasthan
8. The term ‘watershed’ means:
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(a) Area drained by a river and its tributaries (b) Land with no water (c) An oceanic trench (d) Lake basin
9. Which of the following is a source of surface water?
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(a) Wells (b) Lakes (c) Tube wells (d) Hand pumps
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10.What is the primary use of most freshwater in India?
(a) Domestic use (b) Industrial use (c) Agricultural use (d) Recreational use
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11.Check dams are usually built across:
(a) Rivers (b) Nallahs and streams (c) Lakes (d) Oceans
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12.The Saline water can be converted to fresh water by the process of:
(a) Filtration (b) Desalination (c) Evaporation (d) Precipitation
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13.Which river basin has the largest area in India?
(a) Brahmaputra (b) Godavari (c) Ganga (d) Mahanadi
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14.What is the main characteristic of groundwater?
(a) It flows on the surface (b) It is stored underground in aquifers
(c) It is found only in tanks (d) It evaporates quickly
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15.Which is the main cause of groundwater depletion in India?
(a) Excess rainfall (b) Over-extraction for irrigation
(c) Sea water intrusion (d) Dam construction
16.Which state of India first implemented water harvesting structures at the village level?
(a) Rajasthan (b) Haryana (c) Gujarat (d) Karnataka
17.What is the name of the underground rock layer that stores water?
(a) Aquifer (b) Reservoir (c) Dike (d) Estuary
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18.Which of the following is a major challenge for water management in India?
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(a) Abundant river water (b) Unequal distribution of rainfall
(c) Large number of lakes (d) Moderate use of groundwater
19.The main purpose of constructing multipurpose river projects is:
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(a) Irrigation, hydroelectricity, flood control and navigation
(b) Only irrigation
(c) Only navigation
(d) Only hydroelectric power
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20.Which one of the following is NOT a benefit of rainwater harvesting?
(a) Reduces groundwater depletion (b) Provides potable water
(c) Causes water pollution (d) Recharges aquifers
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Section B: Two Marks Questions (10 Questions)
21.Define the term ‘Water Resources’.
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22.What is water scarcity? Mention one cause.
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23.Name two traditional water harvesting methods practiced in India.
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24.Explain the importance of groundwater.
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25.What is ‘watershed management’?
26.Why is water considered a renewable resource?
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27.Mention two uses of water in daily life.
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28.What is desalination?
29.State any two problems caused by floods.
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30.What role do dams play in water management?
Section C: Three Marks Questions (10 Questions)
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31.Describe the distribution of water on Earth’s surface.
32.Explain why India faces water scarcity even though it has major rivers.
33.What is rainwater harvesting? Name two benefits.
34.Discuss the importance of conserving water resources.
35.Explain the impact of excessive use of groundwater.
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36.Describe the characteristics of river water.
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37.What are the advantages of multipurpose river projects?
38.Discuss any three problems caused by water pollution.
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39.Explain the challenges in managing water resources in India.
40.How can water resources be sustainably managed?
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Section D: Five Marks Questions (5 Questions)
41.Explain the problems associated with water resources in India and suggest measures to solve them.
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42.Discuss the significance of watershed management in soil and water conservation with examples.
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43.Describe the process and importance of rainwater harvesting in India.
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44.Explain how multipurpose river projects contribute to the development of the country.
45.Examine the role of groundwater in irrigation and the causes and effects of its depletion.
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NOTES:
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1. All the questions of the streak challenge must be solved in a separate copy.
2. Streak Challenge is to be presented on the next day itself.
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3. Copies must be signed by either Siddhant sir or Kirty Mam.
4. Discussion of the questions in the streak challenge will be done in the month of December.
5. If you miss two days of work, you will be removed from the group.
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