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Important Instructions for the
School Principal
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I, 2012
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT – I, 2012
/SOCIAL SCIENCE
X / Class – X
3 90
Time allowed : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 90
(i) 31
(ii) 1 10 1
(iii) 11 22 3 80
(iv) 23 30 5 120
(v) 31 4
General Instructions :
(i) The question paper has 31 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Questions from serial number 1 to 10 are Multiple Choice Questions. Each question
carries 1 mark.
(iii) Questions from serial number 11 to 22 are 3 marks questions. Answer of these
questions should not exceed 80 words each.
(iv) Questions from serial number 23 to 30 are 5 marks questions. Answer of these
questions should not exceed 120 words each.
(v) Question number 31 is a map question of 4 marks from Geography only. After
completion, attach the map inside your answer book.
SS2-056
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1A.
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
Which was the main destination of Indian indentured migrants ? (a) Africa (b) Australia (c) Caribbean islands (d) U.S.A.
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/OR
1B. 1917
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
Who among the following set up the first Indian Jute Mill in Calcutta in 1917 ?
(a) Seth Humkumchand
(b) G.D Birla
(c) Jamsetjee Nusserwanjee Tata
(d) Dwarkanath Tagore
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/OR
1C.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
Which one of the following was Not a part of the historical process which shaped the
modern cities ?
(a) The rise of industrial capitalism
(b) Colonisation all over the world
(c) Development of democratic ideas
(d) The wars and rivalry
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2A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Which of the following is an ancient name of Tokyo ? (a) Osaka (b) Nagano (c) Edo (d) Gifu
1
/OR
2B.
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
Who among the following was a male novelist ?
(a) Jane Austin (b) George Eliot
(c) Thomas Hardy (d) Charlotte Bronto
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3.
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
Which state has the largest area under permanent forest ? (a) Tamil Nadu (b) Madhya Pradesh (c) Maharashtra (d) Jammu and Kashmir
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4.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Which of the following is an example of leguminous crops ? (a) Tea (b) Pulses (c) Wheat (d) Sugarcane
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5.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Which of the following languages is not spoken by most of the people in Belgium ? (a) French (b) Dutch (c) English (d) German
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6.
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
Which one of the following states was created to recognize diversity of culture, ethnicity and geography ? (a) Andhra Pradesh (b) Tamil Nadu (c) Uttarakhand (d) Maharashtra
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7.
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
In which of the following countries the participation of women in public life is very
low ?
(a) American countries (b) European countries
(c) Asian countries (d) South Asian countries
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8.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
How would you calculate Body Mass Index ? (a) Dividing the weight by the square of the height (b) Dividing the height by weight (c) Dividing he weight by height (d) Adding height to the weight of the person
1
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9.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Which of the following states is known for overuse of groundwater ?
(a) Bihar (b) Punjab (c) Rajasthan (d) Gujarat
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10.
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
Which one of the following Acts is Not a part of laws that have been made for the
organised sector ?
(a) Payment of Gratuity Act (b) Right to Education Act
(c) Factories Act (d) Minimum wages Act
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11A.
Give any three suitable examples to explain that the pre – modern world changed with the discovery of new sea routes to America.
3x1=3
/OR
11B.
What is meant by Proto-industrialisation ? Why was it successful in the countryside in England in the 17th century ?
1+2=3
/OR
11C.
How did the people entertain themselves in their leisure time in urban Britain in the 19th century ?
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12A.
What is a manuscript ? Why were they not used widely ?
1+2=3
/OR
12B. 19
Novels of Charles Dickens deal with which changes of the 19th century Britain ? Mention any three such changes.
3x1=3
13.
Which geographical factors are responsible for the evolution of black soil ? Why is it
considered the most suitable for growing cotton ?
1+2=3
14.
How has the destruction of forest and wildlife resulted into the loss of cultural diversity ?
3
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15.
Why are dams considered to be a good source of conserving and managing water resources ?
3
16.
What is Save Narmada Movement ? What are its main objectives ?
3
17. 1950
Which three provisions of the Act passed in Sri Lanka in 1950 established Sinhala Supremacy ?
3x1=3
18.
What is meant by cross cutting of social differences ? Explain with example.
3
19.
Who was the leader of the Civil Rights Movement in USA ? Explain the importance of this movement.
1+2=3
20.
“Consequences of environmental degradation do not respect national or state boundaries.” Explain the meaning of this statement.
3
21.
Explain the concept of under employment taking example from some non -agricultural field.
3
22.
How can we tackle the problem of unemployment in semi-rural areas ? Suggest any
three ways.
3x1=3
23A. 1929
What is the Great Depression of 1929 ? Explain any four factors responsible for this Great Depression.
1+4=5
/OR
23B. 18
Describe the impact of the coming up of factories in Britain in the 18th century.
5
/OR
23C. 18
Explain any five changes that took place in the family life in 18th century industrial
cities of England.
5x1=5
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24A. 19
What did the spread of print culture in 19th century India mean to women ? Explain.
5
/OR
24B.
Describe the social issues raised by the novel „Indulekha‟ written in Malayalam.
5
25A. 19
What efforts were made to spread the benefits of print culture for the poor people in the 19th century India ?
5
/OR
25B.
Why were people worried about the ill effects of novels on women and young people ? Explain
5
26.
How and why has the agriculture sector in India got a major set back in spite of increase in the G.D.P growth rate ? Explain.
5
27.
Explain any five key features of Federalism.
5x1=5
28.
Why has the caste system been declining in India ? Explain any five reasons for this social change.
5
29.
Although averages are useful for comparing countries, they also hide disparities. Explain the meaning of this statement.
5x1=5
30.
Identify any five activities where the government must spend for the welfare of the people and why ?
5x1=5
31. (i) (A) (B)
(A)
(B)
(ii)
(C)
(D)
2+2=4
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31
(31.1)
(31.2)
(31.3)
(31.4)
(i) Two features (A) and (B) are shown on the political outline map of India. Identify these features with the help of following information and write their correct names on the lines marked on the map.
(A) A soil type (B) A major rice producing state (ii) On the same political outline map of India, locate and label the following items
with appropriate symbols : (C) Manas Tiger Reserve (D) Hirakud Dam Note : The following questions are for the visually impaired candidates only in lieu of
Q.No. 31. (31.1) Name the type of soil found in Uttar Pradesh. (31.2) Name the Tiger Reserve in Kerala. (31.3) Name the dam built on river Narmada. (31.4) Which leading state is the producer of rice in East India ?
4x1=4
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