Social Science Second Term Evaluation 2022-23
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What was a key factor that prompted Alexander to attack India?

  • Need for agricultural expansion
  • Quest for land and resources
  • Desire for trade relations
  • Interest in Indian culture (correct)
  • The Kushana ruler was known for the development of Gandhara sculpture.

    True

    What are the fundamental problems of an economy?

    Scarcity, choice, and opportunity cost.

    During the Mauryan period, taxes on crops were referred to as ______.

    <p>Bhaga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the regions to their corresponding ecosystems:

    <p>Kurinchi = Hilly region Mullai = Wet land Marutam = Grass land Neytal = Coastal region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a negative impact of Ultraviolet rays?

    <p>Causes skin cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Marechanas were primarily engaged in agriculture in the Sapta Sindhu region.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List three features of Lok Sabha.

    <p>Elected members, maximum strength of 552, and term duration of five years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Drain Theory' was proposed by ______.

    <p>Dadabhai Naoroji</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the reasons for the supremacy of Magadha among the Mahajanapadas?

    <p>Strategic location and fertile land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Science Second Term Evaluation 2022-23

    • Time: 1.5 hours
    • Total Score: 40
    • Cool-off Time: 15 minutes (for reading the paper)

    Instructions

    • Answer all questions from 1 to 5. Each question is worth 2 marks.
    • Answer any four questions from 6 to 10. Each question is worth 3 marks.
    • Answer any two questions from 11 to 13. Each question is worth 4 marks.
    • Answer any two questions from 14 to 16. Each question is worth 5 marks.

    Section 1 (Questions 1-5)

    • Question 1: Identify megalithic monuments from pictures
    • Question 2: State factors prompting Alexander's attack on India.
    • Question 3: Name a key Kushana ruler and describe their sculptural style.
    • Question 4: Identify geographical features from map symbols.
    • Question 5: Complete a table on Mauryan taxes (taxes and areas where they were collected).

    Section 2 (Questions 6-10)

    • Question 6: Describe three features of the Lok Sabha.
    • Question 7: List major sources on the history of ancient Tamilakam.
    • Question 8: Explain basic economic problems.
    • Question 9: Explain three peculiarities of life in the Sapta Sindhu region.
    • Question 10: Describe effects of ultraviolet rays.

    Section 3 (Questions 11-13)

    • Question 11: Match terms in column A with appropriate items in column B (columns provided but not shown here)
    • Question 12: Identify the proponent of the "Drain Theory" and reasons for economic drain.
    • Question 13: Detail Ashoka's activities for propagating Buddhism.

    Section 4 (Questions 14-16)

    • Question 14: Explain contributions of Buddhism and Jainism to Indian society and culture.
    • Question 15: Justify why Magadha was the most powerful Mahajanapada.
    • Question 16: Classify maps based on scale and provide examples.

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    Prepare for your Social Science assessment with this comprehensive quiz covering key historical and geographical concepts. The quiz includes questions on megalithic monuments, Alexander's invasion of India, and important rulers of the Kushana Empire. Enhance your knowledge on the Mauryan taxation system and the Lok Sabha.

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