1.

The study of coins is known as

(a)epigraphy (b)archeology (c)numismatics (d)decipherment
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2. In the 7 century CE ,Banabhatta wrote the
(a)Arthashatra (b)Ramayana (c)Harshacharitra (d)Indica
3. The process of reading and understanding inscription is known as___________.
4. During the Middle Stone Age , human development tools which are known as
(a)megaliths (b)microliths (c)core tools (d)flake tools
5. Old stone age is also known as __________
6. The Neolithic site of Brahmagiri is in this state
(a)Tamil Nadu (b)Karnataka (c)Andhra Pradesh (d)Kerala
7. Neolithic people grew crops like _________and _______
8. This is a newly excavated site in Kutch region
(a)Dholavira (b)Gola Dhoro (c)Lothal (d)Kalibangan
9. The first two Harappan cities to be found by the archaeologists were _________and
__________.
10. The galaxy closest to own is
(a)Proxima centauri (b)Andromeda (c)Home galaxy (d)Orion
11. Asteroid are found between ________and _________ in a belt.
12. The world has been divided into _________ time zones .
(a)20 (b)24 (c)15 (d)30
13. _________ is defined as the angular distance north and the south of the Equator.
14. Days and nights are of equal duration on these days.
(a)Solstices (b)Equinoxes (c)both of them (d)none of them
15. A leap year has _______ days.
16. Id-ul-Fitr , Diwali and Christmas are __________ festivals.
(a)cultural (b)religious (c)secular (d)national
17. The Guru Granth Sahib is the holy book of ___________.
(a)Hindus (b)Muslims (c)Sikhs (d)Christians
18. Thepla is a popular food of___________
19. The government of India works on _______ levels of government.
(a)one (b)two (c)three (d)four .
20. A government works for the _________ of its people.
21. India has __________ form of government.

Section 2

Very short answer type question.

1. Define the term history.

2. When did the first tool-using ancestors of the modern age ?
3. What is an Axle?
4. Name the materials of which Great pyramids of Giza ere built?
5. Who led the excavation of Mohanjo-Daro?
6. What is khown as Saptarishi?
7. Give the full form of IST.
8. What is a leap year ?
9. Define diversity?
10. What is a government .

Section c

Short answer type

11. What are monuments ? what do they depict?

12. How did early humans learn to make pottery?
13. Explain two features of the universe.
14. Why are the days longer in summer as compared to the nights? explain and mention the effects
as well.

Section d.
15. What are inscriptions? How do they help us to know about ancient India?
Or
What is a tribe? Describe the community life of a tribe .
16. What do you mean by man – made satellites? Why are they important for the human progress?
Or
Differentiate between the Summer and Winter Solstices
17. Write the importance of national festivals in India.
Or
What is the difference between a unitary and federal form of government.

Section e.
18.Read the source given below and answer the question that follows:
Herodotus is regarded as the 'father of history'.
He was an ancient Greek historian who was born in Halicarnassus, Carnia and lived in the 5th
century BCE (circa 484-circa 425 BCE). He was the first historian known to collect his materials
systematically, test their accuracy to a certain extent and arrange them in a well-constructed
and vivid narrative. The Histories, his masterpiece and the only work he is known to have
 produced is a record of his 'enquiry' into the origins of the Greco-Persian wars, including a
wealth of geographical and ethnographical information.
1. Who is regarded as father of history .
2. Where was Herodotus born?
3. What was his masterpiece?
4. When did he live?
5. What is the only work he is known to have produced?

19.Read the source given below and answer the question that follows:
Kerala is located in the extreme south-west corner of India. It was formed on 1 November 1956 and its
capital is Thiruvananthapuram. Kerala is bordered by Karnataka in the north, Tamil Nadu to the east and
south, and the Arabian Sea on the west. It lies between Lakshadweep Sea and the Western Ghats. Apart
from Thiruvananthapuram, other major cities are Kochi and Kozhikode. Kerala is a popular destination
for its scenic backwaters, lovely beaches, ayurvedic tourism and tropical greenery. It has a literacy rate
of 93.91% which is the highest in the country. Infact, the literacy rate of women is one of the highest in
Asia. The tourism department of Kerala has adopted the slogan 'God's Own Country' since it is rated as
the top tourist destination in India. The elephant is an integral part of Kerala. Being the state animal, it
can be seen on the emblem of the Government of Kerala.Boat race during Onam celebration

*Dress: The men wear dhoti/mundu with shirt and women wear mundu with kasavu and blouse.

*Cuisine: The cuisine of Kerala is linked, in all its richness, to the history, geography, demography and
culture of the land. The cuisine constitutes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Coconuts are
found in plenty in Kerala. Spices such as cinnamon, cardamom and pepper play an important part in
Kerala's cuisine. The staple diet is rice and curry. The meals are generally served on green banana leaves.

1. What is the literacy rate in Kerala?

2. Which state is bordered by Kerela?
3. Which slogan has been adopted by the tourism department of india?
4. What is the dhoti/mundu?
5. What is the main Cuisine in Kerala?

20.Read the source given below and answer the question that follows:
Ladakh is located in the North of the Indian Subcontinent. It is a dry and cold desert that lies in the east
of the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. To the east of Ladakh lies the Plateau of Tibet; to the
north-east, it is bordered by the Kunlun range; to the south, the Great Himalayas are situated. and

There are two districts in Ladakh-Kargil and Leh. Since this region is mainly covered with snow for a large
part of the year, it is devoid of any vegetation.
During summer, drinking water is supplied by the melting snow.

Occupation: Sheep rearing is common. The pashmina shawls made from the pashmina wool most
valuable item of trade in this region. The other animals reared are yak-cows (deos) and go Agriculture is
practised for short summer months

Leisure Activities: Polo and archery are the main sports of Ladakh.

Cuisines: Milk and its products and meat are the main food items. People also depend on items brough
by traders from various places.

Trade, Cultures and Costumes: Since ancient time, Ladakh has served as the trade route for Tibet. The
main items of trade were silk, spices, carpets and textileculture of the land.

1. Where is Ladakh located?

2. What two districts are located in Ladakh?
3. What is common occupation in Ladakh?
4. What is the cuisines of Ladakh?
5. In summer drinking water is supplied by ?