Podar International School-Nanded

Periodic Test-2 (2021-22)

Std: - IX Sub: Social Studies Date- 30/09/2021 Marks: 40 Duration: 90 min

General Instructions:

1. The Question Paper contains four sections.

2. Section A has 24 questions. Attempt any 20 questions.

3. Section B has 22 questions. Attempt any 18 questions.

4. Section C has 12 questions (Case based). Attempt any 10 questions.

5. Section D contains 2 Map based questions. Attempt both the questions.

6. All questions carry equal marks.

Section A

(Attempt any 20 out of 24 questions)

1. The National Assembly framed a Constitution in 1791 to limit the powers

of

a) Monarch

b) Wealthy man

c) businessmen

d) Press

2. What were tithes ?

a) A tax levied by the Church

b) A tax levied by the king

c) Unit of currency in France

d) None of these

3. An extreme situation endangering the basic means of livelihood is known as

‘Subsistence Crisis’.

a)True

b)Flase

4. Which of these provisions were passed by the assembly on the night of 4

August, 1789 ?

a) Abolition of feudal system of obligations

b) Clergy had to give up its privileges

c) Tithes were abolished

d) All the above

5. Why do the farmers of Palampur follow multiple cropping? Choose the

correct answer.

(a) Because the water consumption is less in this method

(b)Because this method consumes less chemical fertilisers
(c)Because this method doesn’t require fertile soils
(d) Because this method is the most common way of increasing
production
6. Gopal grows crops in a region of Rajasthan where there are no lakes
and very little rainfall. During summers, the low availability of water
limits the crop production.
Which irrigation method Gita should adopt to use water economically?
(a) drip system
(b)lever system
(c) pulley system
(d) sprinkler system

7. among the following is a non-farm activity.

(a) Multiple cropping

(b) Crop rotation

(c) Dairy farming

d) Modern farming

8. Deccan plateaus have low levels of irrigation.

(a)True

(b)False

9. There are 40 villages in a district where the government has made no

provision for drinking water. The villagers met and considered many methods of
forcing the government to respond to their needs.

Which is not a democratic method?

(a) filing a case in court claiming that water is part of the right to life
(b) Boycott the next elections to give a message to all parties
(c) paying money to government officials to get water.
(d) organising public meetings against government policies

10. In which of the following countries, women are not allowed to vote?

(a) Pakistan
(b) Fiji
(c) Estonia
(d) Saudi Arabia

11. appoints the President of China.

(a)National People’s Congress

(b)National Communist Congress
(c)National Public Communist
(d)none of the above

12. People of Chinese minority communities find it difficult to vote in Estonia.

(a)True
(b)False
13. Which of the following is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats?

(a) Anai Mudi

(b) Doda Betta
(c) Ooty
(d) Mahendragiri

14. Which two hills are located in the south-east of Eastern Ghats ?

(a) Mizo Hills and Naga Hills

(b) Javadi Hills and Shevaroy Hills
(c) Patkoi Hills and Manipuri Hills
(d) Mizo Hills and Patkoi Hills

15. The folds of the Great Himalayas are asymmetrical in nature. The core of this
part of the Himalayas is composed of graphite. Mention if this statement is true
or false.

(a) True
(b) False
16. The rivers in their lower course split into numerous channels due to the
deposition of silt.These channels are known as .
(a)Tributaries
(b)Distributaries
(c)Delta
(d)Estuary

17. India is the seventh largest country in the world.

(a)True
(b)False

18. The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through

(a) Rajasthan
(b) Orissa (Now Odisha)
(c) Chhattisgarh
(d) Tripura

19. Which of the following is the longitudinal extent of India?

(a) 8°6′N and 37°6′N
(b) 68°7′N and 97°25′E
(c) 68°7′E and 97°25′W
(d) 8°4′E and 37°6′E

20. The got submerged under the sea water in 2004 during the
Tsunami.
(a)Indira Point
(b)Kanyakumari
(c)Port Blair

(d)None of the above

21. Which type of climate does the Aravalli region have?

(a) Temperate climate

(b) Arid climate

(c) Tropical climate

(d) Mediterranean climate

22. Which party always won elections in Mexico since its independence in 1930
until 2000?

(a) Revolutionary Party

(b) Mexican Revolutionary Party

(c) Institutional Revolutionary Party

(d) Institutional Party

23. High yielding variety seeds (HYV) were introduced to Indian farmers as a
result of:

(a) White Revolution

(b) Green Revolution

(c) IT Revolution

(d) None of the above

24. The Third Estate was represented by whom ?

(a) More prosperous and educated members

(b) Peasants, artisans and women

(c) Nobles

(d) None of these

 Section B

(Attempt any 18 out of 22 questions)

25. Assertion: Upon his accession Louis XVI found an empty treasure

Reason : Long years of famine had drained the financial resources

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of the assertion

b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of the assertion

c) A is true but R is false

d) A is False but R is true

26. Match the following:

LIST 1 LIST 2

A. Punjab Himalayas 1. Teesta – Dihang rivers

B. Nepal Himalayas 2. Satluj –Kali rivers

C. Assam Himalayas 3. Kali – Teesta rivers

D. Kumaon Himalayas 4. Indus – Sutlej rivers

Codes:- A B C D

a) 4 3 1 2

b) 3 2 1 4

c) 1 2 3 4

d) 1 4 3 2
27. ASSERTION : Till the mid1960s, the seeds used in cultivation were traditional
ones with relatively low yields. Traditional seeds needed less irrigation. Farmers
used cow- dung and other natural manure as fertilizers.

REASON: As a result, the same piece of land would now produce far larger
quantities of food grains than was possible earlier
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of the assertion

b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of the assertion

c) A is true but R is false

d) A is False but R is true

28. Which of the following statements is true about today's world?

(a) Monarchy as a form of Government has vanished.

(b) The relationship between different countries has become more democratic
than ever.

(c) In more and more countries rulers are being elected by people.

(d) None of these

29. ASSERTION: Multiple cropping means to grow more than one crop on
different pieces of land.

REASON: Well developed system of irrigation is required for multiple

cropping.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of the assertion

b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of the assertion

c) A is true but R is false

d) A is False but R is true

30. Assertion: In a democracy the final decision-making power must rest with
those elected by the people
Reason: In 2002 General Musharraf issued a Legal Framework Order, according to
this the President can dismiss the national and provincial assemblies.

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 correct but R is wrong
d) A is wrong but R is correct.

31. Which of the following statements is true?

(a) In the 18th century, the French society was divided into four estates.
(b) In the 18th century, peasants formed about 70 percent of the population in
France.
(c) In 18th century France, members of the third estate had to pay a direct tax
called taille.
(d) In the 18th century, the population of France reduced from 28 million to 23
million.

32. Democracy is a form of _______.

a) Government
b) Courts
c) Both A and B
d) None of these.

33. Assertion : In China elections don’t offer any choice.

Reason : In Mexico the people seem to have a choice but practically they don't
have any choice.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of

b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of

c) A is true but R is false
d) A is false but R is true

34. Assertion : Barchans cover larger areas in the Indian desert, mostly in
Jaisalmer.

Reason : They are the longitudinal dunes found near the Indo-Pakistan boundary.
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.
35. Find out the apt meaning of referendum from the following:
(a) The military deposes the existing government and assumes power.
(b) The denial of political freedom of citizens.
(c) One vote, one value to all the adult citizens of the country.
(d) A general vote by the people on a single political question.

36. Why do the farmers of Palampur follow multiple cropping? Choose the
correct answer.

(a) Because the water consumption is less in this method

(b) Because this method consumes less chemical fertilisers

(c) Because this method doesn't require fertile soils

(d) Because this method is the most common way of increasing production

37. Assertion: India’s contacts with the World have continued through ages and
have contributed in the exchange of ideas and commodities since ancient times

Reason: The various passes across the mountains in the north have provided
passages to the ancient travelers.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true but B is false.
d) A is false but R is true.

38. India has got .............. no. of states and .............. no. of union territories?
(a) 28 States 5 union territories
(b) 27 States 8 union territories
(c) 28 States 8 Union Territories
(d) 27 States 5 union territories

39. Consider the following statements about Deccan Plateau

1. The Deccan Plateau has a triangular landmass.
2. The Deccan Plateau lies south of the Narmada river.
3. Satpura Range lies north of the Deccan Plateau.
Which one is correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) 1 and 2
(d) all of these

40. Assertion (A) : A referendum was held in Pakistan in the year 2002.
Reason (R) : Pervez Mushraf was granted five year extension as President
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

41. Working capital stands for :

(a) Tools, machines and buildings
(b) raw materials and money in hand
(c) total share capital
(d) fixed deposits in financial institutions

42. Find the incorrect option.

(a) Luni - river in the Indian desert
(b) Kaveri river - forms delta in the Northern circar
(c) Anai Mudi - Highest peak in the Western Ghats
(d) Baghelkhand - Eastward extension of the Central highlands.

43. Assertion (A) : Democracy enhances the dignity of the citizens.

Reason (R) : People are not the subject of the ruler but are the rulers themselves.
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

44. Sequence the tasks involved in cultivating the crop to list major steps of
agricultural practices. The table lists some practices for cultivation of crops.
A. PROTECTION FROM WEEDS
B. SOWING
C. HARVESTING
D. PREPARATION OF SOIL
E.IRRIGATION
F. STORAGE
G. ADDING MANURE AND FERTILISERS

What is the correct sequence of these agricultural practices?

(a) A→D→F→G→B→C→E
(b) G→B→A→C→F→E→D
(c) D→B→G→E→A→C→F
(d) B→D→E→G→C→F→A

45. Compare the advantages of three major tools used for tilling and ploughing
to justify the variety of agricultural practices.
*Raju and Sonu both grew the same crop in their fields. Raju used plough while
Sonu used hoe to increase productivity. After a few months, it was observed
that both the fields had the same productivity despite using different tools.

What is the likely reason for this?

(a) both the tools are made of wood
(b) both the tools are used to harvest crops
(c) both the tools are helpful for tilling the soil
(d) both the tools are useful in removing weeds

46. If the local time at Dwarka (69°01′E) in Gujarat to the west of India is 6 am,
what will be the local time at Dibrugarh (94°58′E approximately 95°), in Assam,
in the east?
(a) 4.16 am
(b) 6 am
(c) 7.44 am
(d) 7.44 pm

Section C

(Attempt any 10 out of 12 questions)

47. On 5 May 1789, Louis XVI called together an assembly of the Estates General
to pass proposals for new taxes. A resplendent hall in Versailles was prepared to
host the delegates. The first and second estates sent 300 representatives each,
who were seated in rows facing each other on two sides, while the 600
members of the Third Estate had to stand at the back.

When did Louis XVI call the assembly of the Estates General ?

a) On 5 April 1789

b) On 5 May 1789

c) On 15 May 1789

d) On 5 May 1798

Read the source given below and answer the following questions

Land being a natural resource, it is necessary to be careful in its use. In many

areas, Green Revolution is associated with the loss of soil fertility due to increased
use of chemical fertilisers. Also, continuous use of groundwater for tubewell
irrigation has led to the depletion of the water-table. Environmental resources,
like soil fertility and groundwater, are built up over years. Once destroyed it is very
difficult to restore them. We must take care of the environment to ensure the
future development of agriculture.

48.Soil fertility is reducing due to .

(a)Traditional farming
(b)Chemical fertilisers
(c)ground water
(d) Chemical dye.

49. is a natural resource.

(a) Tubewell
(b) Tractors
(c) Land
(d)Fertilisers

This conversation has most of the arguments that we routinely heart against
democracy. Let us go over some of these arguments: Leaders Keep Changing in a
democracy. This leads to instability. Democracy is all about political competition
and power play. There is no scope for morality. So Many People have to be
consulted in a democracy that it leads to delays. Elected Leaders do not know
the best interest of the people. It leads to bad decisions. Democracy leads to
corruption because it is based on electoral competition. Ordinary people don’t
know what is good for them; they should not decide anything.

50. Leaders keep changing in a democracy. This leads to…

(a) Stability
(b)Delays
(c)Instability
(b) None of the above

51. Which of the following is not correct against democracy.

(a) Leaders do not change
(b) Democracy is all about political competition and poplay.
(c) Democracy leads to corruption
(d) Democracy is a more accountable form of government

52. The Peninsular plateau is flanked by stretches of narrow coastal strips,

running along the Arabian Sea on the west and the Bay of Bengal on the east.
The western coast, sandwiched between the Western Ghats and the Arabian
Sea, is a narrow plain. It consists of three sections. The northern part of the
coast is called the Konkan (Mumbai – Goa), the central stretch is called the
Kannad Plain while the southern stretch is referred to as the Malabar coast.

Which coastal plain lies in Karnataka, in the centre?

(a) Western ghat

(b) Kannad Plain
(c) Malabar coast
(d) Konkan Plain

53. The Indian landmass has a central location between East and West Asia.
India is a southward extension of the Asian continent. Thetrans Indian Ocean
routes, which connect the countries of Europe in the West and the countries of
East Asia, provide a strategic central location to India. Note that the Deccan
Peninsulaprotrudes into the Indian Ocean, thus helping India establish close
contact with West Asia,Africa and Europe from the western coast and with
Southeast and East Asia from the easterncoast.

What is the location of Indian landmass?

a) Central location between West and North Asia
b) Central location between west and South Asia
c) Central location between East and West Asia
d) Central location between East and North Asia
It is a table land composed of the old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic
rocks. It was formed due to the breaking and drifting of the Gondwana land and
thus, making it a part of the oldest landmass. The plateau has broad and shallow
valleys and rounded hills. This plateau consists of two broad divisions, namely,
the Central Highlands and the Deccan Plateau.

54.Identify the physiographic division described in the given extract.

a) The Himalayan mountains
b) The Peninsular Plateau
c) The Indian Desert
d) The Coastal Plains

55. Which of the following is not true with respect to the Physiographic Division
identified by you?
i) It is an interplay of three major river systems namely the Indus, the Ganga and
theBrahmaputra.
ii) The Chambal, the Sind and the Betwa are the rivers which drain this region.
(a) Only a is true
(b) Only b is true
(c) Both a and b are true
(d) Neither a nor b is true

This conversation has most of the arguments that we routinely hear

against democracy. Let us go over some of these arguments: Leaders keep
changing in a democracy. This leads to instability. Democracy is all about
political competition and power play. There is no scope for morality. So many
People have to be consulted in a democracy that leads to delays. Elected
leaders do not know the best interest of the people. It leads to bad decisions.
Democracy leads to corruption because it is based on electoral competition.
Ordinary people don’t know what is good for them; they should not decide
anything.

56. Elected people know the best interest of the people.

(a) True
(b) False

57. Leaders keep changing in a democracy. This leads to

(a) Stability
(b) Delays
(c) Instability
(d) None of the above

58. Which of the following is not correct against democracy?

(a) Leaders do not change
(b) Democracy is all about political competition and power play.
(c) Democracy leads to corruption
(d) Democracy is a more accountable form of government

Section D

(Attempt both the questions of map)

59. Identify the place marked by the letter A.

(a) Marselliese

(b) Nantes

(c) Paris

(d) Bourgogne

60. Identify the place marked by the letter B.

(a) Bordeaux

(b) St. Nazaire

(c) Nantes

(d) Le Havre