6th Standard Social Science Second Mid Term Test 2024 - Fully Solved Question Paper
Solutions
This post contains the complete solutions for the Second Mid Term Test 2024 for 6th Standard Social Science. Students can use this for reference and preparation.
I. Choose the correct answer (8x1=8)
1. Aryans first settled in ______ region.
Answer: a) Punjab
2. Which is the large pottery Jars wene used for burying the dead.
Answer: d) Urns
3. How many Tirthankaras wene thene in Jainism?
Answer: b) 24
4. Circle the odd one: Parsava, Mahavira, Buddha, Rishaba
Answer: Buddha (The others are Jain Tirthankaras)
5. Statement: If you don't conserve resources, human race may become extinct.
Inference 1: You need not conserve resources.
Inference 2: You need to conserve resources.
Now choose the right answer.
Inference 1: You need not conserve resources.
Inference 2: You need to conserve resources.
Now choose the right answer.
Answer: b) Only conclusion 2 follows.
6. ______ birthday is celebrated as the International Day of non violence?
Answer: a) Mahatma Gandhi
7. The National Anthem was written by ______.
Answer: c) Rabindranath Tagore
8. Agriculture is a ______ occupation.
Answer: a) primary
II. Fill in the blanks (8x1=8)
1. Adhichanallur is in Thoothukudi district.
2. Bali was a tax collected from the people in vedic period.
3. Gautama Buddha was the founder of Buddhism.
4. Human resources are the most valuable resources.
5. The longest river in India is The Ganga.
6. The state Bird of Tamilnadu is Emerald Dove.
7. Collection of honey is a primary occupation.
8. Sustainable development is the future needs of after consumption.
III. Match the following (8x1=8)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. Keezhadi | Ivory dice |
| 2. Mahavirar | Vardhamana |
| 3. Natural Resource | Wind |
| 4. Sathyameva Jayate | Truth Alone triumphs |
| 5. ₹ | D. Udhayakumar |
| 6. Settlements | Human settlements |
| 7. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee | National song |
| 8. Bank | The amount |
IV. State True or False (4x1=4)
1. The army chief was called Gramani. (False)
2. Viharas are temples. (False)
3. Manimekalai, is one of the epics of Jainism. (False)
4. Third Buddhist council was conducted in Pataliputra. (True)
V. Answer the following (Any 6) (6x2=12)
1. Name the four Vedas?
The four Vedas are: Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, Sama Veda, and Atharva Veda.
2. Write short notes on "Hero Stones"?
Hero stones were memorial stones erected for those who died gloriously in a battle or in defending their village. They often contain inscriptions and carvings depicting the hero and the battle.
3. What does Jina mean?
'Jina' means 'the conqueror' or 'the victorious one'. It refers to a person who has conquered inner enemies like desire, anger, greed, and ego.
4. What are Resources? and their types?
A resource is any material from the environment that satisfies our needs and wants. The main types are Natural Resources (Renewable and Non-renewable) and Man-made Resources.
5. Write the uses of Marine yeast?
Marine yeast is used in various fields such as baking, brewing, biofuel production, animal feed, and for producing enzymes and proteins used in medicine.
6. What is sustainable development?
Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
7. What do the colours in our National Flag represent?
In our National Flag, Saffron represents courage and sacrifice, White represents peace and truth, and Green represents fertility and prosperity.
8. Where is the peacock Sanctuary located in Tamilnadu?
The peacock sanctuary is located at Viralimalai in the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamilnadu.
9. What is called barter system?
The barter system is an old method of exchange where goods and services are directly exchanged for other goods and services without using money.
VI. Answer in Detail (Any one) (1x5=5)
1. Write about the Vedic women in paragraph.
During the Rig Vedic period, women were held in high regard and enjoyed considerable freedom. They were well-educated and had the right to choose their husbands. Women like Ghosha, Apala, and Lopamudra were notable scholars who even composed Vedic hymns. They participated in public assemblies like 'Sabha' and 'Samiti'. However, in the Later Vedic period, the status of women declined. Their roles were confined to the household, and they lost their rights to education and participation in public life. Social evils like child marriage started to emerge.
2. How can resources be conserved?
Resources can be conserved by following these methods:
- The 3 Rs: Reduce consumption, Reuse materials, and Recycle waste.
- Sustainable Management: Judicious use of resources like forests, water, and minerals to ensure they are available for future generations.
- Use of Alternatives: Switching to renewable sources of energy like solar, wind, and hydro power instead of non-renewable fossil fuels.
- Preventing Wastage: Avoiding wastage of water, electricity, and food.
- Public Awareness: Educating people about the importance of resource conservation.
3. What are the natural national symbols? (Write any five)
Five natural national symbols of India are:
- National Animal: The Royal Bengal Tiger
- National Bird: The Indian Peacock
- National Flower: The Lotus
- National Tree: The Banyan Tree
- National Fruit: The Mango
VII. Mark the following places in the map of India (Any five) (5x1=5)
Students are required to locate and mark the following places on an outline map of India:
- i) Taxila: Located in present-day Pakistan, near Islamabad.
- ii) Ayodhya: A city in Uttar Pradesh.
- iii) Indraprastha: The historical region corresponding to modern-day Delhi.
- iv) Harappa: Located in present-day Punjab province, Pakistan.
- v) Indian Ocean: The large body of water to the south of India.
- vi) Arabian Sea: The body of water to the west of India. (Note: Question paper mentions "Arabian Ocean").