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Chapter 3

Social Science Class 7

56 of 56 questions

56
Total Questions
27
Easy
24
Medium
5
Hard
Q1
easyWeather vs Climate
What is the main difference between weather and climate?
A.Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions; climate refers to long-term patterns
B.Weather refers to temperature only; climate refers to rainfall only
C.Weather occurs only in winter; climate occurs only in summer
D.Weather is predictable; climate is unpredictable
Q2
easySeasons
Which season is unique to India beyond the four global seasons?
A.Spring
B.Monsoon
C.Autumn
D.Winter
Q3
mediumSeasons
Which of the following is NOT one of the six traditional ṛitus (seasons) in India?
A.Vasanta
B.Grīṣhma
C.Varṣhā
D.Haritha
Q4
easyClimate Factors
Why do high-altitude areas like the Himalayas have cooler climates?
A.Because they are closer to the Equator
B.Because air density and temperature decrease with altitude
C.Because they receive more rainfall
D.Because they are far from the sea
Q5
easyClimate Types
Which climate type is characteristic of the Thar Desert?
A.Tropical wet
B.Subtropical
C.Arid
D.Alpine
Q6
easyClimate Factors
Which of these factors moderates temperature in coastal regions?
A.Proximity to mountains
B.Distance from the Equator
C.Proximity to the sea
D.Altitude
Q7
mediumClimate Factors
Which city experiences a smaller annual temperature range, Mumbai or Nagpur?
A.Mumbai
B.Nagpur
C.They have the same range
D.Neither
Q8
mediumMonsoon
What role do the Western Ghats play in India’s summer monsoon?
A.They block monsoon winds, causing heavy rainfall on the western slopes
B.They divert winds away from India
C.They cause droughts in the coastal regions
D.They heat up and generate low pressure
Q9
mediumMonsoon
During which months does the southwest monsoon typically cover the entire Indian subcontinent?
A.April to June
B.June to mid-July
C.August to October
D.November to January
Q10
mediumClimate Concepts
What is a microclimate?
A.The climate of the entire globe
B.The long-term weather pattern of a continent
C.A localized climate that differs from the surrounding region
D.The climate recorded over millions of years
Q11
hardGeographical Concepts
Which parallel of latitude defines the tropical zone?
A.Arctic Circle
B.Equator
C.Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn
D.Prime Meridian
Q12
easyNatural Disasters
Which of these disasters is caused by sudden collapse of rock or earth in hilly regions?
A.Cyclone
B.Flood
C.Landslide
D.Forest fire
Q13
mediumNatural Disasters
What phenomenon occurs when glacial lakes overflow due to melting snow?
A.Cyclone
B.Glacial burst
C.Drought
D.Avalanche
Q14
mediumClimate Concepts
Why are urban heat islands warmer than surrounding areas?
A.They are closer to the Equator
B.They have more concrete and less vegetation trapping heat
C.They receive more rainfall
D.They are at higher altitudes
Q15
easyNatural Disasters
Which instrument or department provides information on cyclone formation in India?
A.NASA
B.India Meteorological Department
C.Indian Space Research Organisation
D.Central Pollution Control Board
Q16
hardEconomic Impact
Which crop region in India is most dependent on irrigated water due to monsoon failure risk?
A.Eastern coastal rice fields
B.Northern wheat-growing plains
C.Deccan plateau millets
D.Thar Desert pulses
Q17
easyClimate Change
What is the primary cause of contemporary climate change?
A.Volcanic activity
B.Human burning of fossil fuels
C.Changes in Earth’s orbit
D.Natural carbon cycle variations
Q18
mediumCultural Impact
Which festival is NOT directly linked to the agricultural or climatic cycle in India?
A.Onam
B.Pongal
C.Diwali
D.Baisakhi
Q19
mediumMonsoon
How do monsoon winds form during the summer?
A.Land cools faster than the ocean creating high pressure
B.Ocean heats faster than land creating low pressure over water
C.Land heats faster than ocean creating low pressure over land
D.They are caused by Earth’s rotation alone
Q20
mediumMonsoon
Which region in India receives the heaviest average annual rainfall?
A.Cherrapunji
B.Mawsynram
C.Mumbai
D.Pune
Q21
easyClimate Factors
What is the effect of latitude on climate?
A.Higher latitudes receive more direct sunlight
B.Lower latitudes have colder climates
C.Higher latitudes have colder climates due to oblique sun rays
D.Latitude has no effect
Q22
easyClimate Factors
Which factor causes Mumbai to have milder winters than Nagpur?
A.Latitude
B.Altitude
C.Proximity to the sea
D.Monsoon winds
Q23
easyClimate Factors
Why do hill stations like Ooty have cooler summers than nearby plains?
A.They receive more rainfall
B.They are at higher altitudes where temperatures are lower
C.They are closer to the equator
D.They have dense forests
Q24
mediumClimate Types
Which of the following best describes ‘alpine climate’?
A.Hot and humid year-round
B.Cold, snowy winters and cool summers typical of high mountains
C.Dry desert conditions
D.Tropical wet climate
Q25
mediumClimate Factors
Which wind direction brings dry, hot air to Punjab in summer?
A.Northeast winds
B.Southwest winds
C.Winds from the west
D.Winds from the east
Q26
mediumMonsoon
What happens to monsoon wind direction in winter?
A.They strengthen and bring heavier rains
B.They reverse and blow from land to sea
C.They calm and become variable
D.They blow from north to south only
Q27
easyNatural Disasters
Which natural disaster is directly linked to heavy monsoon rainfall in Assam?
A.Cyclone
B.Flood
C.Landslide
D.Drought
Q28
mediumNatural Disasters
What is the ‘eye’ of a cyclone?
A.The area of heaviest rainfall
B.The cloudless center of low pressure
C.The highest wind speed zone
D.The storm surge region
Q29
hardNatural Disasters
How does deforestation affect landslide risk in mountainous regions?
A.It decreases risk by reducing root obstruction
B.It increases risk by destabilizing soil due to lack of roots
C.It has no effect
D.It prevents rainfall
Q30
easyClimate Change
Which greenhouse gas is most associated with human-driven climate change?
A.Oxygen
B.Methane
C.Carbon dioxide
D.Nitrogen
Q31
easyClimate Change
Which practice helps mitigate climate change by absorbing CO₂?
A.Deforestation
B.Planting trees
C.Increasing fossil fuel use
D.Building concrete structures
Q32
mediumClimate Concepts
What is meant by climate resilience?
A.The ability to prevent all natural disasters
B.The capacity to recover quickly from climate difficulties
C.Building more factories
D.Increasing consumption
Q33
mediumEconomic Impact
Which economic effect is associated with monsoon failure?
A.Lower food prices
B.Migration of agricultural laborers to cities
C.Increased crop yields
D.Decreased inflation
Q34
mediumNatural Disasters
Which state is most famous for glacial burst-related floods?
A.Kerala
B.Uttarakhand
C.Punjab
D.Gujarat
Q35
easyClimate Factors
Which topographical feature protects India from cold Central Asian winds?
A.Thar Desert
B.Aravalli Range
C.Western Ghats
D.Himalayas
Q36
easyClimate Change
What term describes long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and weather events?
A.Weather
B.Climate change
C.Season
D.Microclimate
Q37
mediumCultural Impact
Which Indian festival marks the harvest and is linked to the monsoon cycle?
A.Holi
B.Pongal
C.Diwali
D.Eid
Q38
easyClimate Factors
Why is Chennai warm year-round while Leh is cold?
A.Chennai is at higher altitude than Leh
B.Leh is near the sea
C.Chennai is near the coast; Leh is in the mountains
D.Leh is closer to the Equator
Q39
mediumClimate Change
Which of the following is NOT a practice to mitigate climate change?
A.Boosting renewable energy
B.Improving energy efficiency
C.Deforestation
D.Planting trees
Q40
easyClimate Types
Which part of India has a temperate climate with moderately cold winters and cool summers?
A.Northern plains
B.Lower Himalayas and hill stations
C.Thar Desert
D.Central Deccan Plateau
Q41
easyClimate Types
What does the term ‘arid climate’ imply?
A.High humidity and heavy rainfall
B.Low rainfall and high evaporation
C.Constant snowfall
D.Temperate summers
Q42
mediumNatural Disasters
Which Indian state is known for frequent forest fires due to dry conditions?
A.Kerala
B.Madhya Pradesh
C.Goa
D.Punjab
Q43
easyClimate Factors
Which movement of air affects both temperature and humidity in India?
A.Tidal waves
B.Wind patterns
C.Ocean currents
D.Earthquakes
Q44
easyClimate Factors
Why do regions near the Equator have warmer climates?
A.They are at high altitude
B.Sun’s rays strike more directly, focusing energy on a small area
C.They receive less rainfall
D.They are far from the sea
Q45
mediumMonsoon
What is the term for seasonal winds over the Indian Ocean region?
A.Cyclones
B.Monsoons
C.Jet streams
D.Trade winds
Q46
easyCultural Impact
Which activity can students do to document local seasonal traditions?
A.Write a computer program
B.Interview elders about festivals and rituals
C.Build a dam
D.Plant a tree
Q47
mediumClimate Factors
Which feature of topography affects local climate by shielding from certain winds?
A.Rivers
B.Mountain ranges
C.Deserts
D.Plains
Q48
easyActivities
What short essay topic helps students reflect on their favorite season?
A.Describe your favorite season and reasons for liking it
B.Explain how to build a house
C.List all Indian festivals
D.Write a poem about technology
Q49
hardClimate Concepts
Which concept involves the study of temperature, precipitation, and wind over decades?
A.Weather forecasting
B.Climate description
C.Seasonal festival planning
D.Daily temperature chart
Q50
mediumActivities
What classroom activity involves mapping monsoon wind directions?
A.Drawing the monsoon cycle on a map labeling wind directions
B.Reciting a poem
C.Singing a song
D.Building a model volcano
Q51
easyClimate Change
Why is understanding climate change important for communities?
A.To prepare for and adapt to shifting weather patterns
B.To increase consumption
C.To avoid planting trees
D.To promote fossil fuel use
Q52
easyClimate Change
Which environmental measure reduces greenhouse gas emissions?
A.Increasing coal burning
B.Boosting renewable energy use
C.Expanding deforestation
D.Building more highways
Q53
mediumCultural Impact
Which of these is a direct cultural impact of climate cycles in India?
A.Festivals timed to harvest seasons
B.Daily temperature readings
C.Writing scientific reports
D.Building skyscrapers
Q54
easyActivities
How can students explore local biodiversity changes with seasons?
A.Document which trees change color or shed leaves in their area
B.Calculate annual GDP
C.Measure daily humidity
D.Write a computer code
Q55
hardClimate Factors
Which science concept underlies the difference in heating rates of land and water?
A.Specific heat capacity
B.Atmospheric refraction
C.Plate tectonics
D.Magnetic fields
Q56
easyGrammar Practice
Which exercise helps students practice prepositions in the chapter?
A.Colouring a farm scene
B.Locating elephants in a picture using ‘in’, ‘on’, ‘behind’
C.Matching climatic factors
D.Drawing monsoon maps