VII Standard - 7th - Social Science - Half Yearly Examination - Second Term Final Examination - Question Paper - Samacheer Kalvi

 

 

HALF YEARLY EXAMINATION

 STD: - VII                                                                                                                       MARKS: 100

 SUBJECT: - SOCIAL SCIENCE                                                                                  TIME: 2.30 hrs

I. Choose the correct answer:-                                                                                 (7X1=7)

1. Name the Bahmani King who was a linguist and a poet.

    a) Ala-ud-din Hasan Shah               b) Muhammad I              c)  Sultan Firoz           d) Mujahid

2. Who introduced Mansabdari system?

    a) Sher Sha                                      b) Akbar                      c) Jahangir                  d) Shah Jahan

3. What was the backbone of Shivaji’s army in the beginning?

     a) Artillery                                      b) Cavalry                    c) Infantry                   d)Elephantry

4. Where is the largest solar power project situated in India?

     a) Kamuthi                                     b) Aralvaimozhi           c) Muppandal              d) Neyveli

5. In which district courtallam waterfalls is located?

    a) Dharmapuri                                b) Tirunelveli               c) Namakkal                d) Theni

6. Why is it necessary for media to be independent?

    a) to earn money                            b)to encourage company

    c) to write balanced report            d) none of these

7. What are the three branches of the state government?

    a) Mayor, governor, MLA               b) Panchayat, municipality, corporation

   c) Village, City, State                        d) Legislative, executive and judiciary

 

II. Fill in the blanks: -                                                                                                   (7X1=7)

  8. _________was the capital of Aravidu dynasty.

 9. _________ was a hall at Fatehpur Sikri where scholars of all religions met for a discourse.

10.  The imperial moment of the Marathas sadly ended at ____________ in 1761.

11. Iron ores found at ----------- in Tamil Nadu. 

12. The second largest urban beach is ________________.

 13. ­­­ ____________is the radio broadcast of the Government of India.

 14. The elected representatives who are not the member of ruling party are called_________.

 

III. Match the following: -                                                                                          (7X1=7)

15 . Shaji Bhonsle                             -              Mother of Shivaji

16.  Shambhuji                                  -              General of Bijapur

17.  Shahu                                           -              Shivaji’s father

18. Jijabai                                             -              Son of Shivaji

19. Afzal khan                                    -              Shivaji’s grandson

20. Anamalai hills                    -              Coimbatore

21. Monkey                                        -              Top slip

 

IV .State true or false: -                                                                                              (5X1=5)

22. Alasani Peddana was the greatest of all Astadiggajas.

23. Kingship of Vijayanagar administration was hereditary, based on the principle of primo geniture.

24. There were 18 monarchs of the Bahmani dynasty.

25. The rocky and mountainous terrain gave protection to the Marathas from invaders.

26. Hymns composed in Sanskrit by the Bhakti saints were sung by people of all castes and     classes.

 

V. Consider the following statement and write the appropriate answer     (2X1=2)

27. Asseration (A)  : Tourism is an essential activity for the life of the society.

      Reason (R)        : Its direct impact on social cultural, education and economic sector of

                                          the nation.

      a. A and R are correct and A explains R     b. A and R are correct but A does not explain R

      c. A is in correct but R is correct              d. Both A and R are in Correct

 

28. Assertion (A)  : One of the most popular beaches in Goa Calangute is a treat for

                                       the adventure sports activities.

       Reason (R)       : Foreigners throng the beaches

         a. A and R are correct and A explain R

         b. A and R are correct but A does not explain R

         c. A is incorrect but R is correct d) Both A and

         d. R are incorrect

 

V.Give Reason                                                                                                                    (2X1=2)

29. Aluminium has wide range of uses compared to other metals.

30. Water is considered as a great source of energy.

 

VI. Distinguish the following (Any 4)                                                                         (4X2=8)

31. Biotic resources and abiotic resources

32.  Metallic resources and non-metallic resources

33.  International Tourism and Historical Tourism

34. Attraction and Accessibility

35. Renewable resources and non-renewable resources

 

VII. Answer the following in one or two sentences (any 10)                             (10X2=20)

36. Battle of Talikota.

38. Write the circumstance that led to the Battle of Panipat in 1526

 39. Write a note on Mansabdari system.

40. Name the types of coal based on carbon content.

 41. What are the major utilizers of solar energy in the world?

42. Name any five hill stations in India?

 43. Name any five beaches in Tamil Nadu?

44. What are the basic elements of Tourism?

45. What is a constituency?

46. What are the qualifications to become the Governor of a state?

47. State any two responsibility of media.

 

 VIII. Answer in detail (any 7)                                                                                        (7X5=35)

48. Discuss the career and achievements of Krishna Devaraya.

49. Describe the land revenue administration of the Mughals.

50. Estimate Akbar as a patron of learning.

51. Explain the different types of renewable resources.

52. Describe the non-metallic resources.

53. Explain the Geographical components of Tourism?

54.  What is the role of Chief Minister and other Council of Ministers at the state level?

55. Describe the powers of the Governor.

56. How can we classify media?

 57. What are the advantages of media?

 

IX. On the river map of Tamilnadu mark the following places.                                     {(7X1=7)

1. Diu                                     2. Mumbai                          3. Goa

4. Calicut                              5. Chennai                           6. Delhi                 7. Agra

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNM MATRICUATION HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL. SIVAKASI.

QUARTERLY EXAMINATION-2024

 STD: - VII                                                                                                                             MARKS: 100

 SUBJECT: - SOCIAL SCIENCE                                                                                     HOURS: 2.30 hrs

I. Choose the correct answer:-                                                                                (7X1=7)

1. ____________ are the writings engraved on solid surfaces such as rocks,

     stones, temple walls and metals.

     a) Chronicles              b) Travelogues               c) Coins              d) Inscription

2. Who was the first prominent ruler of Pratiharas?

      a) Bhoja I                    b) Naga Bhatta I            c) Jayapala         d) Chandradeva

 3. Who among the following Pandya rulers is known for ending the Kalabhra rule?

      a) Kadunkon               b) ViraPandyan             c) Kun Pandyan         d) Varaguna

4. Large deposits of loess are found in

      a) USA                         b) India                            c) China               d) Brazil

 5. World population day __________

      a) September 1          b) June 11                       c) July 11             d) December 2

 6. Inequality created by man on the basis of caste, money, religion etc is called as____

      a) Natural inequality                                        b) Manmade inequality

      c) Economic inequality                                    d) Gender inequality

  7. Single-party system is found in.

         a) India                      b) U.S.A                         c) France               d) China

II. Fill in the blanks: -                                                                                                   (7X1=7)

  8. ___________built the famous Brihadeshwara Temple at Thanjavur.

  9. Muhammad–bin-Tughluq shifted his capital from Delhi to___________.

  10. __________Settlement Come up around a place of Worship

  11. Equality means, absent of ________ privileges.

  12. The leader of the opposition party enjoys the rank of ___________.

  13. ­­­________ is the man made physical goods used to produce other goods and services.

   14. ___________ means want satisfying power of a product.

III. Match the following: -                                                                                          (7X1=7)

15.   Madurai                                -      Inland traders

16. Gangaikonda Cholapuram   -      Maritime traders

17. Anju- Vannattar                     -      Capital of Cholas

18. Mani- gramattar                    -      Capital of Pandyas

19. Tughril Khan                           -      Governor of Kara

20. Ala-ud-din                               -      Governor of Sirhind

21. Bahlol Lodi                               -     Governor of Bengal

IV .State true or false: -                                                                                              (7X1=7)

22. Qutb-ud-din Aibak died of mysterious fever.

23. Razia was an able and brave fighter.

 

 

 

24. Koodal – nagar Kavalan was the title of a Pandya king.

25. Chola kingdom was situated in Vaigai delta.

26. Raksha Bandan is a festival of brotherhood.

27. Indians learnt the numerals 0 – 9 from Arabs.

28. King Gopala was elected by the people.

V.Give Reason                                                                                                                (2X1=2)

29. No one has been able to take samples from the interior of the earth.

30. Flood plains are very fertile.

VI. Distinguish the following (Any 4)                                                                     (4X2=8)

31. Continental glacier and Mountain glacier

32. Language and Religion

33.  ‘V’ shaped valley and ‘U’ shaped valley

34. Urban settlement and rural settlement

35. City and town

VII.Answer the following in one or two sentences (any 10)                     (10X2=20)

36. Who was the founder of Pala dynasty?

37. Who founded the city of Agra?

38. Name the ruler who established Muslim rule in India in 12th century A.D (CE).

39. What is mantle?

40. How are Ox-bow lakes formed?

41. Why is gender Equality needed?

42. What are the factors of production?

43. Write the forms of capital.

44. Write the three characteristics of entrepreneur.

45. Which are the basic components of a political party?

46. Name the three major types of party system

47. Name the types of utility.

VIII. Answer in detail (any 7)                                                                                  (7X5=35)

48. Describe the different types of coins introduced by the rulers of Delhi Sultanate.

49. Highlight any five aspects of Cholas’ legacy.

50. Write about the invasion of Timur in 1398.

51. Write about the effects of an earthquake?

52. Describe the classification of volcanoes based on the eruptions.

53. Explain different landforms produced by river erosion.

54. What are the factors influencing rural settlement?

55. What are types of rural settlement? Explain any three.

56. Explain the merits and demerits of division of labour.

57. How does the Constitution of India protect the Right to Equality?

IX. On the river map of India mark the following places.                                (7X1=7)

1. Delhi 2. Devagiri 3. Lahore 4. Madurai   5.Kanauj 6.Nalanda 7.Bombay

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNM MATRIC. HR. SEC. SCHOOL, SIVAKASI.

QUARTERLY EXAMINATION – 2024

Std: VIII                                                                                                    Marks: 100

Subject: Social science                                                                               Time: 2. 30 Hrs

PART –I

I. Choose the correct answer:                                                                             14 X 1 = 14

1. Sir William Hawkins belonged to____________.

a)Portugal                      b)Spain                          c)England                       d)France

2. The Battle of Plassey was fought in _____________.

a. 1757                           b. 1764                          c. 1765                           d. 1775

3. The Bardoli Satyagraha was led by whom?

a) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel                                 b) Mahatma Gandhi               

c) DigambarBiswas                                              d)Keshab Chandra Roy

4. The Palayakkarar system was instituted in

a) 1519                          b) 1520                          c) 1529                           d) 1530

5. Velu Nachiyar was a queen of

a) Nagalapuram             b) Sivagiri                      c) Sivagangai                 d) Virupachi

6. Ideal soil for growing cotton is

a) Red soil            b) Black soil                   c) Alluvial soil               d) Mountain soil

7. ---------- is used to measure the humidity.

a) anemometer      b) barometer                  c) hygrometer                 d) thermometer

8. Water that is good enough to drink is called

a) Groundwater    b) Surface water             c) Potable water             d) Artesian water

9. The percentage of fresh water on the earth is

a) 71                    b) 97                              c) 2.8                                       d) 0.6

10. War is one of the ______ causes of human migration

a) Demographic    b) Socio-Cultural           c) Political                      d) Economic

11. The age of retirement of the Judges of the High Court is

a) 62                     b) 64                              c) 65                               d) 58

12. ______________of the Constitution of India deals with the Citizenship.

a. Part II                         b. Part II Article 5-11                        c. Part II Article 5-6       

d. Part I Article 5-11

13. Right to freedom of religion is related to

a) Judiciary                                                          b) Parliament                

c) Directive principles of State Policy                            d) Fundamental rights

14. Which metals were used for metallic money?

a) Gold                 b) silver                          c) bronze                        d) all the above

PART –II

II. Answer any 10 of the following questions (Question No. 28 is compulsory)         10 X 2 = 20

15. Write about the importance of Coins?

16. Write a short note on Black Hole Tragedy.

17. List out any two salient features of the Permanent settlement?

18. What do you know about the Palayakarars? Name some of them

19. Define “rock”

20. Write a short note on “Planetary winds”

21. Define “hydrological cycle”.

22. Name any two pull factors of migration.

23. Name the types of citizens?

24. State the objectives of secularism.

25. What are the effects of black money on economy?

26. What is the Barter System?

27. List out any four most populous cities in the world.

PART – III

III. Answer any 10 of the following questions: (Question No. 42 is compulsory) 10 X 5 = 50

28. Fill in the blanks:

          (i) The French East India Company was formed by ____________.

          (ii) Tipu Sultan was finally defeated at the hands of _________.

          (iii) ___________ is the major push factor operating in rural areas

          (iv) Our Indian Constitution provides for only ______________citizenship.

          (v) Religion does not teach us _______________.

29. (A) Distinguish between

  a) Weather and climate.

  b) Soil conservation and Soil erosion.

     (B) Give reason

Infiltration of water is low in the region of non-porous soil.

 

30. Match the following.

1.     Legislative council                   -        clouds

2.     Barter system                -        Madras

3.     Condensation                 -        humidity

4.     Hygrometer                    -        Exchanged goods for goods

5.     Ryotwari system            -        upper house

31. What were the causes for the Great revolt of 1857?

32. Write a paragraph about the Moplah Rebellion?

33. How did Lord Wellesley expand the British power in India?

34. Distinguish between evaporation and transpiration.

35. Discuss the problems of urbanisation.

36. on what grounds that the citizenship of a person is cancelled?

37. What are the functions of Money? and explain it.

38. Draw time line for the following:

          a) Write any five important events between (1745 – 1765)

39. Marks the following places on the river map of India .

          1. Lucknow          2. Delhi                3. Buxar               4. Plassey        5. Wandiwash

 

PART –IV

IV. Answer the following:                                                                         2 x 8 =16

40)    a) write an eassy on second Carnatic war

(OR)

          b) Discuss the power and functions of the chief Minister.

 

41)    a) Mark the following places on the world map.

                   1. England  2. Portugal  3. Europe    4. Netherland       5. France     6. Arabia         

7. North America 8.Asia