7th Standard Social Science First Term Exam 2024 - Question Paper with Solutions | Krishnagiri District

7th Standard Social Science First Term Exam 2024 - Question Paper with Solutions

Subject: Social Science | Class: 7 | Exam: First Term Summative Examination 2024 | District: Krishnagiri

I. Choose the correct answer. 5 x 1 = 5

1. The ................ period was known as the period of devotional literature.
   a) Chola
2. An example of Chola architecture can be seen at .....................
   d) Thanjavur
3. Large deposits of Loess are found in .....................
   c) China
4. World Population Day .................
   c) July 11
5. Which system of government does India have?
   c) Multi Party system

II. Fill in the blanks. 5 x 1 = 5

6. The Khandarya temple is in Madhya Pradesh.
7. Balban patronized the famous Persian poet Amir Khusru.
8. The earth quake waves are recorded by an instrument known as Seismograph.
9. Right to contest in the election is a political right.
10. Land is a fixed in supply.

III. Match the following. 5 x 1 = 5

Question	Correct Match
11. Madurai	Capital of Pandyas
12. Ala-ud-din	Governor of Kara
13. South India	Compact settlement
14. Majority party	Form the Government
15. Human Capital	Education, Health

IV. Answer the following questions. 4 x 1 = 4

True or False.

16. The elder son of the Chola king was called Yuvaraja.
    True
17. Qutb-ud-din Aibak died of mysterious fever.
    False.
    Reason: Qutb-ud-din Aibak died in 1210 AD after a fall from his horse while playing Chaugan (polo).

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18. Consider the following statement and (✔) tick the appropriate answer.
    Assertion (A): Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu is an example for pilgrim settlement.
    Reason (R): Iron and steel industry is located there.
    b) A is correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.
19. Find out the wrong pair.
    c) Ibn Battuta - Tahquiq-i-Hind
    Reason: This pair is wrong. 'Tahquiq-i-Hind' was written by Al-Biruni. Ibn Battuta wrote 'Rihla'.

V. Give short answer for any 8 questions. 8 x 2 = 16

20. Name the two different types of sources for the study of history?
    The two different types of sources are:
    1. Archaeological Sources (e.g., monuments, inscriptions, coins).
    2. Literary Sources (e.g., religious literature, secular literature, foreign travelogues).
21. Mention the first two early Caliphates.
    The first two early Caliphates (the Rightly Guided Caliphs) were Abu Bakr and Umar.
22. What were the items exported during the later Chola period?
    The items exported were cotton textiles, spices, precious stones, pearls, sandalwood, and ivory.
23. List out the contributions for Firoz Shah Tughluq.
    Contributions include building canals for irrigation, establishing hospitals (Dar-ul-Shafa), creating a department for the poor (Diwan-i-Khairat), and building new towns like Firozabad and Jaunpur.
24. Define Earthquake?
    An earthquake is a sudden shaking or trembling of the Earth's surface caused by the release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere that creates seismic waves.
25. Define Erosion.
    Erosion is the geological process in which earthen materials are worn away and transported by natural forces such as wind, water, or ice.
26. What are the classification of Races?
    The major classifications of human races are Caucasoid, Mongoloid, and Negroid.
27. What is Equality?
    Equality is the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities, ensuring no discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth.
28. Name the three major types of party system.
    The three major types of party systems are: 1. One-party system, 2. Two-party (Bi-party) system, and 3. Multi-party system.
29. Name the types of utility.
    The main types of utility are: 1. Form Utility, 2. Place Utility, and 3. Time Utility.

VI. Distinguish between (Any 2). 2 x 2 = 4

30. Active volcano and dormant volcano.
    

    Active Volcano	Dormant Volcano
    A volcano that has erupted in the recent past and may erupt again at any time.	A volcano that has not erupted for a long time but has the potential to erupt in the future.

31. Continental glacier and Mountain glacier.
    

    Continental Glacier	Mountain Glacier
    A vast, continuous sheet of ice that covers a large landmass or continent.	A long, narrow glacier that forms in high mountain valleys and flows down the valley.

32. Language and Religion.
    

    Language	Religion
    A system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar used by a community.	A particular system of faith and worship, often involving belief in a supernatural power or powers.

Give reason. 1 x 1 = 1

33. No one has been able to take samples from the interior of the earth.
    This is because of the extremely high temperature and immense pressure inside the Earth. The conditions are too hostile for any current drilling technology or human exploration to survive and retrieve samples from deep within the core or mantle.

VII. Answer the following in detail. 3 x 5 = 15

34. What was the impact of Arab conquest of Sind? (Point out any five)
    • Spread of Islam: It marked the beginning of the spread of Islam in the Indian subcontinent.
    • Cultural Exchange: There was a significant exchange of ideas. Indian knowledge of mathematics (including the concept of zero), astronomy, and medicine was transmitted to the Arab world and then to Europe.
    • Trade Relations: It opened up new trade routes and strengthened commercial ties between India and the Arab world.
    • Administrative Learning: The Arabs learned about Indian systems of administration and governance.
    • Art and Architecture: It led to a synthesis of Indian and Islamic architectural styles in the region.
    (OR)
    Write about the invasion of Timur in 1398.
    Timur, the Turco-Mongol ruler of Samarkand, invaded India in 1398 during the reign of Nasir-ud-Din Mahmud Shah Tughluq of the Tughlaq dynasty. His main motive was to acquire the wealth of India. He marched to Delhi, defeating the Sultan's army. Timur's army then plundered and sacked the city of Delhi for several days, causing a horrific massacre and immense destruction. He carried away a vast amount of wealth, treasures, and many skilled artisans, architects, and craftsmen to his capital, Samarkand, to build magnificent monuments. The invasion dealt a death blow to the already weakened Tughlaq dynasty and the Delhi Sultanate, leading to chaos and disintegration.
35. How are aretes formed?
    An arête is a narrow, sharp-edged ridge of rock that is formed between two adjacent U-shaped glacial valleys. The process is as follows:
    1. Two glaciers flow in parallel valleys on either side of a mountain ridge.
    2. Through the processes of plucking (where ice freezes onto rock and pulls fragments away) and abrasion (grinding of the valley sides with rock debris), the glaciers erode and steepen the valley walls.
    3. As the glaciers erode deeper into their valleys, the ridge separating them becomes progressively narrower and sharper.
    4. The resulting landform is a knife-like, jagged ridge called an arête.
    (OR)
    What are the factors influencing rural settlement?
    The main factors influencing the location and type of rural settlements are:
    • Water Supply: Proximity to a reliable source of water like rivers, lakes, springs, or ponds is crucial for drinking, cooking, and agriculture.
    • Land Fertility: People prefer to settle near fertile lands suitable for agriculture, which is the primary occupation in rural areas.
    • Topography (Relief): Upland or level areas which are not prone to flooding are preferred for building houses.
    • Building Materials: Availability of materials like wood, stone, and mud for constructing houses influences settlement location.
    • Defence and Security: Historically, settlements were often built on hills (hillforts) or within meanders of rivers for protection against invaders and floods.
36. Write any four functions of political party?
    1. To Contest Elections: Parties select their candidates and put them up to contest in elections to win political power.
    2. To Form and Run the Government: The party that wins a majority of seats in an election forms the government and runs the country according to its policies and programmes.
    3. To Shape Public Opinion: They raise and highlight important social and political issues, and through meetings, rallies, and media, they shape and mould public opinion.
    4. To Act as Opposition: Parties that lose the election play the role of the opposition. They criticize the government for its failures or wrong policies and keep a check on the ruling party's power.
    (OR)
    Explain the merits and demerits of division of labour.
    Merits:
    • Increased Productivity: When a worker performs a single task repeatedly, they become an expert, leading to faster work and higher output.
    • Improved Quality: Specialization results in high-quality products as workers become highly skilled in their specific task.
    • Time Saving: Less time is wasted in moving from one task to another or changing tools.
    • Innovation: It facilitates the invention of new tools and machinery to perform specific repetitive tasks more efficiently.
    Demerits:
    • Monotony: Performing the same task repeatedly can lead to boredom, stress, and lack of job satisfaction.
    • Loss of Skill: A worker only learns a small part of the production process and loses the broader skills of a craftsman.
    • Risk of Unemployment: If a particular job becomes obsolete due to technology, the specialized worker may find it difficult to find alternative employment.
    • Lack of Pride: Workers may not feel a sense of pride or accomplishment as they do not create a complete product from start to finish.

VIII. Mark the following places in an India map. 5 x 1 = 5

The following places are to be marked on an outline map of India:

1. Delhi - The National Capital Territory in North India.
2. Nalanda - Located in the state of Bihar.
3. Bombay (Mumbai) - The capital city of Maharashtra, on the west coast.
4. Madras (Chennai) - The capital city of Tamil Nadu, on the east coast.
5. Madurai - A major city in Tamil Nadu.