TATTVA SCHOOL
GRADE 9 – SOCIAL SCIENCE
ANNUAL EXAMINATION – WORKSHEET
Time: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. The question paper consists of four sections: History, Geography, Civics and Economics.
3. Each section carries 20 marks.
4. Attempt questions as per the marks allotted.
5. Map work should be done on the given outline map.
SECTION A – HISTORY (20 MARKS)
Q1. Choose the correct answer. (1×3=3)
1. The Estates General was called in France in:
a) 1774
b) 1789
c) 1791
d) 1793
2. The Weimar Republic was established in:
a) Italy
b) Russia
c) Germany
d) France
3. The Russian Revolution took place in:
a) 1914
b) 1917
c) 1920
d) 1933
Q2. Assertion and Reason. (1×2=2)
4. Assertion (A): Hitler withdrew Germany from the League of Nations.
Reason (R): He wanted to expand German territory and ignore the Treaty of Versailles.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
5. Assertion (A): Pastoralists moved from one place to another.
Reason (R): They practised settled agriculture permanently.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
Q3. Answer the following. (2×2=4)
6. Mention any two causes of the French Revolution.
7. What was the Enabling Act?
Q4. Answer the following in about 60 words. (3×2=6)
8. Explain the role of women in the French Revolution.
9. Describe any three features of Nazism.
Q5. Answer the following in detail. (5×1=5)
10. Explain the causes and consequences of the Russian Revolution.
MAP WORK (4 Marks included in Section A total)
On the outline map of Europe, locate and label:
France
Germany
Russia
Italy
or central and allied powers during the Second World war.
CASE STUDY (4 Marks included in Section A total)
Read the passage and answer the questions:
“The Treaty of Versailles was harsh on Germany. It imposed heavy war compensation and
reduced the German army.”
a) Name the treaty signed after World War I. (1)
b) Mention any one condition imposed on Germany. (1)
c) Why did Germans resent the treaty? (2)
SECTION B – GEOGRAPHY (20 MARKS)
Q6. Choose the correct answer. (1×3=3)
1. The Tropic of Cancer passes almost through the middle of:
a) Pakistan
b) India
c) Nepal
d) Sri Lanka
2. The Himalayas are:
a) Old fold mountains
b) Block mountains
c) Young fold mountains
d) Volcanic mountains
3. The longest river in India is:
a) Yamuna
b) Brahmaputra
c) Ganga
d) Godavari
Q7. Assertion and Reason. (1×2=2)
1. Assertion: India experiences monsoon type climate.
Reason: Winds reverse direction seasonally.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
2. Assertion: Population density is high in plains.
Reason: Plains are suitable for agriculture.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
Q8. Answer the following. (2×2=4)
1. Define drainage basin.
2. Mention two features of the Peninsular Plateau.
Q9. Answer in about 60 words. (3×2=6)
1. Explain three factors affecting the climate of India.
2. Describe three features of the Northern Plains.
Q10. Answer in detail. (5×1=5)
Explain the causes and effects of population growth in India.
MAP WORK (4 Marks included in Section B total)
On the outline map of India, mark and label:
Major rivers and lakes
Tropic of Cancer
Thar Desert
Himalayas
CASE STUDY (4 Marks included in Section B total)
“The Northern Plains are formed by the deposition of alluvial soil brought by rivers.”
a) Name the rivers forming the Northern Plains. (2)
b) Why are they densely populated? (2)
SECTION C – POLITICAL SCIENCE (20 MARKS)
Q11. Choose the correct answer. (1×3=3)
1. Democracy is government of the people, by the people, for the people – said by:
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Abraham Lincoln
c) Jawaharlal Nehru
d) Rousseau
2. The Indian Constitution came into effect on:
a) 15 August 1947
b) 26 January 1950
c) 26 November 1949
d) 2 October 1950
3. Lok Sabha is also called:
a) Upper House
b) Lower House
c) State House
d) Council
Q12. Assertion and Reason. (1×2=2)
1. Assertion: India is a secular country.
Reason: It has no official religion.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
2. Assertion: Elections are necessary in democracy.
Reason: They allow people to choose leaders.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
Q13. Answer the following. (2×2=4)
1. What is the Universal Adult Franchise?
2. Define the Constitution.
Q14. Answer in about 60 words. (3×2=6)
1. Explain any three features of democracy.
2. Describe the role of Parliament.
Q15. Answer in detail. (5×1=5)
Explain Fundamental Rights in detail.
CASE STUDY (4 Marks included in Section C total)
“The President appoints the Prime Minister, who must have majority support in Lok Sabha.”
a) Who appoints the Prime Minister? (1)
b) What is majority support? (1)
c) Why is Lok Sabha important in forming a government? (2)
SECTION D – ECONOMICS (20 MARKS)
Q16. Choose the correct answer. (1×3=3)
1. The main activity in Palampur is:
a) Fishing
b) Farming
c) Mining
d) Trade
2. Human capital refers to:
a) Machines
b) Land
c) Education and skills
d) Money
3. Poverty line is determined by:
a) Education
b) Income and consumption
c) Religion
d) Climate
Q17. Assertion and Reason. (1×2=2)
1. Assertion: Food security means availability of food to all.
Reason: It includes accessibility and affordability.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
2. Assertion: Poverty is a challenge in India.
Reason: Many people lack basic necessities.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
Q18. Answer the following. (2×2=4)
1. Define food security.
2. Mention two causes of poverty.
Q19. Answer in about 60 words. (3×2=6)
1. Explain three measures to reduce poverty.
2. Describe the role of education as human capital.
Q20. Answer in detail. (5×1=5)
Explain the three dimensions of Food Security in India.
CASE STUDY (4 Marks included in Section D total)
“The government maintains buffer stock of food grains through FCI.”
a) What is buffer stock? (1)
b) Name the agency maintaining it. (1)
c) Why is buffer stock important? (2)
Extra map work
GEOGRAPHY (India Map)
I. Locate and Label the Following (10 × 1 = 10 Marks)
1️ Latitudes & Longitudes
Tropic of Cancer (23°30’N)
Standard Meridian (82°30’E)
Southernmost point of India (Kanyakumari)
Northernmost latitude of India
2️ Physical Features
Himalayas
Northern Plains
Deccan Plateau
Thar Desert
3️ Rivers
River Ganga
River Narmada
HISTORY (World / Europe Map/ France)
II. Locate and Label the Following (10 × 1 = 10 Marks)
1️ French Revolution
Paris
Versailles
2️ Russian Revolution
Russia
Petrograd
Moscow
3️ Nazism & Europe
Germany
Austria
Poland
Italy
Rhineland
Assertion and reason based questions
For each question, choose the correct option:
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is true but R is false.
D. A is false but R is true.
GEOGRAPHY
1.
Assertion (A): The Tropic of Cancer divides India into two almost equal parts.
Reason (R): The Tropic of Cancer passes through the middle of India at 23°30’N latitude.
2.
Assertion (A): India has a tropical climate.
Reason (R): The Tropic of Cancer passes through the country.
3.
Assertion (A): The Northern Plains are very fertile.
Reason (R): They are formed by the deposition of alluvial soil by rivers.
4.
Assertion (A): The Peninsular Plateau is rich in mineral resources.
Reason (R): It is made up of old crystalline rocks.
5.
Assertion (A): The Narmada River flows westward.
Reason (R): It flows through a rift valley between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges.
HISTORY
6. (French Revolution)
Assertion (A): The Bastille was stormed on 14 July 1789.
Reason (R): It symbolised the despotic power of the king.
7. (Russian Revolution)
Assertion (A): The February Revolution led to the end of monarchy in Russia.
Reason (R): Tsar Nicholas II abdicated after the revolution.
8. (Nazism)
Assertion (A): The Treaty of Versailles was harsh on Germany.
Reason (R): Germany was forced to accept war guilt and pay heavy reparations.
9.
Assertion (A): Hitler withdrew Germany from the League of Nations.
Reason (R): Hitler wanted to rebuild Germany’s military strength.
10.
Assertion (A): Liberals opposed universal adult franchise in 19th century Europe.
Reason (R): They believed voting rights should be given only to property-owning men.
CIVICS (Political Science)
1. (What is Democracy?)
Assertion (A): Democracy is a form of government in which rulers are elected by the people.
Reason (R): In a democracy, the final decision-making power rests with elected representatives.
2.
Assertion (A): Zimbabwe under Robert Mugabe was not a true democracy.
Reason (R): Elections were held regularly but were not free and fair.
3. (Constitutional Design)
Assertion (A): The Constitution of India guarantees universal adult franchise.
Reason (R): Every citizen above 18 years has the right to vote without discrimination.
4. (Electoral Politics)
Assertion (A): Political parties play an important role in elections.
Reason (R): They nominate candidates and present policies to voters.
5. (Working of Institutions)
Assertion (A): The Prime Minister is the head of the government.
Reason (R): The President exercises real executive powers in India.
ECONOMICS
6. (The Story of Village Palampur)
Assertion (A): Multiple cropping increases agricultural production.
Reason (R): More than one crop is grown on the same land in a year.
7.
Assertion (A): Modern farming methods require more capital.
Reason (R): Farmers use HYV seeds, fertilizers, and machines.
8. (People as Resource)
Assertion (A): Education improves the quality of population.
Reason (R): Educated people can make better use of resources and technology.
9.
Assertion (A): Unemployment is a major problem in rural areas.
Reason (R): There is seasonal unemployment in agriculture.
10. (Poverty as a Challenge)
Assertion (A): Poverty line is used to measure poverty.
Reason (R): It represents the minimum level of income required to satisfy basic needs