6th Social Science First Term Exam Question Paper with Answers 2024-25 | Samacheer Kalvi SA-1
FIRST TERM - SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT(SA) - 2024-25
Class: 6 | SOCIAL SCIENCE | Max. Marks: 60
Class: 6 | SOCIAL SCIENCE | Max. Marks: 60
I. Choose the correct Answer. (5x1=5)
1. Tanzania is situated in the continent of __________
Answer: b) africa
2. Indus civilisation belonged to __________
Answer: d) Metal age (Bronze Age)
3. Which of the following Planets can Float on Water?
Answer: b) Saturn
4. Which of the following is the smallest Ocean on Earth?
Answer: d) The Arctic Ocean
5. Name the book's written by A.P.J Abdul Kalam
Answer: d) All of these
II. Fill in the blanks (5x1=5)
6. __________ is the father of History.
Answer: Herodotus
7. __________ is known as the City of Temples.
Answer: Madurai
8. The Universe was formed after __________.
Answer: the Big Bang explosion
9. The Island continent is __________.
Answer: Australia
10. Tamil was declared as classical language in the year __________.
Answer: 2004
III. Match the following: (5x1=5)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 11. Written Records | Copper Plates |
| 12. Bronze | Alloy |
| 13. Earth | The Living Planet |
| 14. The Java Trend (Trench) | The Indian Ocean |
| 15. Article 17 | Abolition of Untouchability |
IV. State True or False: (4x1=4)
16. Anthropology is the study of Coins.
Answer: False (Numismatics is the study of coins.)
17. Mehergah is a Neolithic Site.
Answer: True
18. There are Seven Continents and Five Oceans on the Earth's surface.
Answer: True
19. Dr. B.R Ambedkar was the Independent India's First Law Minister.
Answer: True
V. Circle the odd one out: (2x1=2)
20. Venus, Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn
Answer: Venus (It is an inner planet; others are outer planets/gas giants.)
21. Plateau, Valley, Plains, Mountain
Answer: Valley (It is a second-order landform, while others are first-order.)
VI. Distinguish between: (any one) (1x2=2)
22. A Mountain and a Plateau.
Mountain: A large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly, usually with a peak. It has steep slopes. (e.g., Himalayas)
Plateau: A large area of flat land elevated high above sea level, also known as a tableland. It has steep slopes on one or more sides. (e.g., Deccan Plateau)
Plateau: A large area of flat land elevated high above sea level, also known as a tableland. It has steep slopes on one or more sides. (e.g., Deccan Plateau)
23. An Ocean and a Sea.
Ocean: A very large expanse of salt water, specifically one of the Earth's major divisions. Oceans are vast and deep. (e.g., Pacific Ocean)
Sea: A large body of salt water that is smaller than an ocean and is often partially or wholly enclosed by land. (e.g., Arabian Sea)
Sea: A large body of salt water that is smaller than an ocean and is often partially or wholly enclosed by land. (e.g., Arabian Sea)
VII. Answer the following: (any Eight) (8x2=16)
24. What is History?
History is the study of past events. The term 'History' has been derived from the Greek word 'Istoria' which means 'learning by enquiry'.
25. What were Axes made of?
In the Stone Age, axes were made of stones, wood, and bone. In the Metal Age (Bronze and Iron Ages), axes were made of metals like bronze and iron.
26. Why did humans move from place to place?
Early humans moved from place to place in search of food, water, and shelter. They were hunter-gatherers and followed the movement of animals and the seasonal availability of plants.
27. Why Indus civilisation is called Bronze age Civilisation?
The Indus Valley Civilisation is called a Bronze Age Civilisation because the people predominantly used bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, to make tools, weapons, and utensils.
28. Mention the ancient cities of Tamilnadu.
Some of the ancient cities of Tamilnadu include Madurai, Kanchipuram, and Poompuhar (Kaveripoompattinam).
29. Name the Inner Planets?
The Inner Planets, also known as Terrestrial Planets, are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.
30. What is Perihelion?
Perihelion is the point in the orbit of a planet, asteroid, or comet at which it is closest to the Sun.
31. Name the Second order LandForm.
Second-order landforms are created by erosional and depositional processes. Examples include valleys, plains, and plateaus.
32. Name the Oceans which surrounded North america and South America?
North and South America are surrounded by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
33. Define Diversity?
Diversity means the state of being different from one another. It can be in terms of language, culture, religion, race, food habits, etc., co-existing in a society.
34. Why is India called a Sub Continent?
India is called a subcontinent because it is a large landmass that is part of a larger continent (Asia) but has distinct geographical and cultural features, separated from the rest of the continent by mountains (Himalayas) and seas.
35. What is Stereotype?
A stereotype is a fixed, oversimplified, and often false idea or belief about a particular group of people. It happens when we judge an entire group based on a preconceived notion without knowing the individuals.
VIII. Answer the following in detail: (any Three) (3x5=15)
36. How were Dogs useful to Pre Historic men?
Dogs were the first animals to be domesticated by pre-historic men. They were extremely useful in several ways:
- Hunting: Dogs helped humans in hunting by tracking, chasing, and cornering prey.
- Protection: They guarded human settlements, alerting people to the presence of predators or strangers.
- Companionship: Dogs provided companionship to early humans.
- Security: They helped prevent wild animals from entering caves and attacking people, especially at night.
37. Importance of invention of wheel from the Ancient Period to the Modern Period.
The invention of the wheel was a major turning point in human history.
- Ancient Period: The first wheels were used for pottery making. Later, they were used in carts, which revolutionized transportation of goods and people, leading to increased trade and communication between settlements.
- Medieval Period: The use of wheels expanded to include water wheels and windmills for grinding grain and pumping water, improving agriculture and industry.
- Modern Period: The wheel is a fundamental component of almost every form of modern transportation, including bicycles, cars, trains, and airplanes (landing gear). It is also crucial in machinery, from tiny gears in watches to massive turbines in power plants. The invention of the wheel laid the foundation for modern technology and engineering.
38. What are the effects of Rotation and Revolution?
Effects of Rotation (Spinning of Earth on its axis):
- It causes day and night. The side of the Earth facing the Sun experiences day, while the side facing away experiences night.
- It causes the apparent movement of the Sun, Moon, and stars across the sky from east to west.
- It causes the Coriolis effect, which deflects winds and ocean currents.
- It causes the daily cycle of tides along with the Moon's gravitational pull.
- It causes the change of seasons (Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring) due to the tilt of the Earth's axis.
- It determines the length of a year (approximately 365.25 days).
- It causes the variation in the length of day and night at different times of the year.
39. Write about the Importance of Oceans.
Oceans are vital to life on Earth and have immense importance:
- Climate Regulation: Oceans absorb a large amount of solar energy and distribute heat around the globe through currents, regulating global climate and weather patterns.
- Source of Oxygen: Marine plants, primarily phytoplankton, produce more than half of the oxygen in the atmosphere through photosynthesis.
- Biodiversity: Oceans are home to a vast array of marine life, contributing significantly to the planet's biodiversity.
- Economic Resource: They provide valuable resources like food (fish, seafood), minerals, and oil. They are also crucial for transportation, trade, and tourism.
- Water Cycle: Oceans are the primary source of water that evaporates, forms clouds, and returns to the land as precipitation, sustaining life.
40. Explain. Linguistic diversity and cultural diversity.
Linguistic Diversity: It refers to the existence of many different languages and their varieties within a specific geographical area. India is a great example of linguistic diversity.
- According to the 2001 census, India has 122 major languages and 1599 other languages.
- The four major Indian language families are Indo-Aryan, Dravidian, Austroasiatic, and Sino-Tibetan.
- This diversity enriches our society but can also pose challenges in communication and administration.
- India is known as the 'land of unity in diversity' due to its rich cultural heritage.
- Different states have their unique dance forms (e.g., Bharatanatyam in Tamil Nadu, Kathak in North India), festivals (e.g., Pongal, Diwali, Eid, Christmas), and traditions, all coexisting together.
41. Write any two types of Discrimination?
Discrimination is the unfair or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people. Two common types are:
- Caste Discrimination: This is treating people differently based on the caste they are born into. Historically, it has led to social exclusion and denial of opportunities for people from lower castes. Untouchability is an extreme and unlawful form of caste discrimination.
- Gender Discrimination: This involves treating an individual unfairly based on their gender. It often manifests as giving unequal opportunities in education, employment, and social status to girls and women compared to boys and men.
IX. Map Activity:
42. Mark the places on the World Map. (3x1=3)
Students are required to locate and mark the following on an outline map of the World:
- North America: The continent in the Northern Hemisphere and Western Hemisphere.
- Asia: The largest and most populous continent, located primarily in the Eastern and Northern Hemispheres.
- Pacific Ocean: The largest and deepest of the world's oceans, located between Asia/Australia and the Americas.
43. Mark the places on the India Map. (3x1=3)
Students are required to locate and mark the following on an outline map of India:
- Lothal: An ancient Indus Valley Civilisation city in modern-day Gujarat.
- Harappa: An ancient Indus Valley Civilisation city in modern-day Punjab, Pakistan (often asked in ancient India maps).
- Chennai: The capital city of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast.