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What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?

  • Derived from French 'géographie' meaning 'earth science'
  • Combination of Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe) (correct)
  • Derived from Latin 'geographia' meaning 'study of the earth'
  • Combination of Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphos' (to write)

What does geography seek to understand?

  • Earth and its human and natural complexities (correct)
  • The geography of other celestial bodies
  • The history of the Earth
  • Only the physical features of Earth

Who was the first person to use the word 'geography'?

  • Roman philosopher Seneca
  • Indian mathematician Aryabhata
  • Chinese cartographer Guo Pu
  • Greek scholar Eratosthenes (correct)

When did the earliest attempt to create a world map occur?

<p>9th century BCE in ancient Babylon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the core concepts of geography consistent between all approaches?

<p>Focus on space, place, time, and scale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sections are there in the CBSE Social Science question paper?

<p>Six (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum mark for the CBSE Social Science question paper?

<p>80 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many questions are there in Section A of the CBSE Social Science question paper?

<p>20 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of questions are there in Section D of the CBSE Social Science question paper?

<p>Long answer type (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time allowed for the CBSE Social Science question paper?

<p>3 Hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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