General Knowledge Quiz for Class 10
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Which state is known for its folk dance 'hojagiri'?

  • Maharashtra
  • Gujarat
  • Assam
  • Tripura (correct)

    • What is the name of the dance form that is popular in Karnataka and involves music, colorful costumes, dances, and dialogues?

  • Laavan
  • Garba
  • Karakattam
  • Yakshagana (correct)

    • What is the name of the landform that is described as a low-lying area found between two mountains or hills, with a river flowing through it?

  • Glacier
  • Rapids
  • Canyon
  • Valley (correct)

    • What is the name of the kitchen appliance that is used to remove salt and impurities from drinking water?

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    What is the name of the first microwave oven sold in the market?

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    What is the name of the landform described as a deep, narrow valley with steep rocky walls and a river flowing through it?

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    Which of these is a fossil fuel?

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    Which country's currency is the Ruble?

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    Which of the following is NOT an igneous rock?

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    What is the name of the mascot for the 2021 Euro Cup?

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    Which sport does Mirabai Chanu specialize in?

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    Which of the following is associated with the X-Men movie series?

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    In which year did Mumbai Indians win the most number of IPL titles, according to the given content?

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    Who is the highest run-scorer in Women's International Cricket as of 2021?

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    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Halloween, based on the provided information?

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    Which of these artists is known for creating portraits of celebrities, according to the information provided?

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    Which of the following is a renewable source of energy, according to the text?

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    Which of these is NOT a metal, according to the information provided?

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    What does the study of metals called, according to the text?

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    Who is the protagonist of the film 'Finding Dory', according to the text?

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    Based on the provided information, which of these events is NOT celebrated in October?

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    Flashcards

    Microwave

    An appliance used for heating food and cooking.

    Chimney

    A structure that helps remove smoke from buildings.

    Refrigerator

    An appliance used for cooling and freezing food.

    Diamond

    The hardest natural substance found on Earth.

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    Granite

    An igneous rock used in construction.

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    Coal

    A fossil fuel rich in carbon, found in mines.

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    Marble

    A type of rock used in sculpture and buildings, like the Taj Mahal.

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    Mines

    Excavated areas where minerals and natural resources are extracted.

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    Covishield

    A Covid-19 vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University.

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    Covaxin

    A Covid-19 vaccine developed in India by Bharat Biotech.

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    Hubble Space Telescope

    A space telescope launched by NASA to observe astronomical objects.

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    The Night Watch

    A famous painting by Rembrandt depicting a group of soldiers.

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    World Teachers' Day

    Celebrated on October 5 to honor teachers globally.

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    Jal Hi Amrit Yojna

    An Indian initiative for improved water management and recycling.

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    Metallurgy

    The study of metals and their properties.

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    Renewable Energy Source

    Energy that comes from resources that are naturally replenished.

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    D. Gukesh

    The youngest world chess champion at 18 years old.

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    World Meditation Day

    Declared on December 21st by the UN General Assembly.

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    Valley

    A low-lying area between two mountains with a river.

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    Glacier

    A mass of ice formed by accumulated snow in mountains.

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    Canyon

    A deep valley with steep rock walls and a river.

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    Bihu

    A folk dance from the state of Assam.

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    Homophones

    Words that sound the same but have different meanings.

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    Blender

    An appliance used to make shakes or smoothies.

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    Study Notes

    General Awareness/Current Affairs (Class III)

    • D. Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion at 18 years old.
    • Bapu Tower was inaugurated in Bihar during the 155th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
    • 21st December is designated as World Meditation Day by the UN General Assembly.
    • Uttar Pradesh's government intends to establish India's first AI city in Lucknow.
    • India's first over-the-sea glass bridge was inaugurated in Tamil Nadu.

    Earth's Landforms

    • Valley: A low-lying area between hills or mountains, often with a river flowing through it.
    • Glacier: A large mass of ice formed in the mountains from accumulated snow.
    • Canyon: A deep, narrow valley with steep, rocky sides. A river commonly flows through it.
    • Rapids: A section of a river where the water flows very quickly.
    • Geyser: A hot spring that erupts with a jet of hot water and steam.

    Folk Dances of India

    • Hojagiri (Tripura): A folk dance of Tripura.
    • Bihu (Assam): A folk dance of Assam.
    • Garba (Gujarat): A folk dance of Gujarat.
    • Ghoomar (Rajasthan): A folk dance of Rajasthan.
    • Karakattam (Tamil Nadu): A folk dance of Tamil Nadu.
    • Bhangra (Punjab): A folk dance of Punjab.
    • Lavani (Maharashtra): A folk dance of Maharashtra.
    • Pulikali (Kerala): A folk dance of Kerala.
    • Mohiniyattam (Kerala): A folk dance of Kerala.
    • Yakshagana is a popular form of dance drama in Karnataka. Performers use music, colorful costumes, dances, and dialogues to entertain and inform people.

    Homophones

    • Dear/Deer: Deer are animals; dear is an adjective.
    • Stationary/Stationery: Stationery are writing materials; stationary means not moving.
    • Whether/Weather: Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions; whether is a conjunction.
    • Pale/Pail: Pale refers to a light color; pail is a bucket.
    • Road/Rode: Road is a path; rode is the past tense of ride
    • Complements/Compliments: Compliments are expressions of praise; complements enhance or complete something.
    • Jeans/Genes: Jeans refer to pants; gene refers to hereditary information
    • Right/Write: Right is correct; write is the action of penning
    • Sun/Son: Sun is a star; son is a child.
    • Tail/Tale: Tail is an animal appendage; Tale is a story.

    Kitchen Appliances

    • Blender/Mixer: An appliance used to blend or mix ingredients.
    • RO Water Purifier: An appliance that filters impurities from drinking water.
    • Toaster: An appliance used to toast bread or other foods.
    • Microwave: An appliance used to heat food using microwave radiation.
    • Refrigerator: An appliance used to keep food cold.
    • Chimney: An appliance used to remove smoke from a kitchen.

    Rocks and Metals

    • Chalk: A soft sedimentary rock.
    • Lava: Molten rock from a volcano.
    • Marble: A metamorphic rock used for buildings and statues.
    • Granite: An igneous rock commonly used in buildings.
    • Pumice: Volcanic rock, often containing bubbles.
    • Coal: A fossil fuel, primarily carbon.
    • Graphite: A mineral used for pencil leads.
    • Diamond: The hardest naturally occurring substance.
    • Limestone: A sedimentary rock widely used for construction.

    Money Matters

    • Various currency notes and their corresponding countries are listed (e.g., pound sterling for the UK, euro for France, etc.).

    Quiz Yourself 2 and 3

    • Questions regarding various topics (e.g., historical figures, sports, geography) are presented in two separate quizzes. The answers to each question are not provided.

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