Knowledge Check: Production, Exchange and Livelihoods
Knowledge Check: Production, Exchange and Livelihoods
Resources and Their Conservation
Q1: Which resource is formed after millions of years under the earth?
A) Wind energy
B) Coal
C) Solar energy
D) Water
Q2: Which one is a renewable resource?
A) Petroleum
B) Natural gas
C) Wind energy
D) Coal
Q3: Which method helps in conserving natural resources?
A) Wasting water
B) Burning forests
C) Reuse and recycling
D) Excess mining
Q4: Which of the following is a human-made resource?
A) River
B) Forest
C) Road
D) Air
Q5: Which practice increases soil conservation?
A) Cutting trees
B) Terrace farming
C) Burning crop waste
D) Overgrazing
Q6: Which resource is called “human resource”?
A) Forests
B) Machinery
C) Skilled people
D) Oceans
Q7: What happens if non-renewable resources are overused?
A) They increase automatically
B) They never finish
C) They get exhausted
D) They change into renewable
Q8: Which is a common method to prevent forest resource depletion?
A) Deforestation
B) Afforestation
C) Overgrazing
D) Industrial pollution
Q9: Which resource is mainly used to produce electricity in hydro power plants?
A) Coal
B) Wind
C) Flowing water
D) Natural gas
Q10: Why is conservation of resources necessary?
A) To increase pollution
B) To help only industries
C) For future generations
D) To stop development
Human Resources
Q1: What does the term ‘population density’ mean?
A) Total area of a country
B) Total number of people
C) Number of people per square kilometre
D) Number of villages in a region
Q1: People are called a valuable resource because they can:
A) Only consume resources
B) Only depend on nature
C) Create and develop resources
D) Destroy all natural resources
Q1: Which factor mainly helps in improving the quality of human resources?
A) Deforestation
B) Migration
C) Education
D) Pollution
Q4: Which among the following affects population distribution?
A) Climate and landforms
B) Colour of skin
C) Type of clothes worn
D) Language spoken
Q5: Which area will usually have low population density?
A) Fertile plains
B) Desert region
C) River valleys
D) Coastal areas
Q6: Migration of people from rural to urban areas mainly happens due to:
A) Less rainfall
B) Better job opportunities
C) More forests
D) Lack of rivers
Q7: Which one directly helps in building skilled human resources?
A) Entertainment
B) Education and training
C) Forest cutting
D) Mineral mining
Q8: A high birth rate leads to:
A) Decrease in population
B) Slow population growth
C) Rapid population growth
D) No change in population
Q9: Which of the following best defines ‘human resource development’?
A) Increasing forests
B) Using machines only
C) Improving people’s skills and health
D) Reducing population
Q10: Which of the following is an example of a skilled human resource?
A) A farmer using bullocks
B) A trained doctor in a hospital
C) A child playing at home
D) A tree planter
Agriculture and Crops
Q1: Which type of farming is mainly done to meet family needs?
A) Commercial farming
B) Subsistence farming
C) Plantation farming
D) Industrial farming
Q2: Which is the main food crop of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Wheat
B) Rice
C) Barley
D) Tea
Q3: Which farming method involves moving to a new place after using land for some years?
A) Terrace farming
B) Plantation farming
C) Shifting (Podu) cultivation
D) Mixed farming
Q4: Which of the following is a cash crop?
A) Rice
B) Wheat
C) Cotton
D) Ragi
Q5: Which helped India increase food production during the Green Revolution?
A) Rainwater only
B) High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds
C) Forest cutting
D) Manual labour only
Q6: Which tool is commonly used by farmers for ploughing fields?
A) Hoe
B) Plough
C) Spade
D) Sick le
Q7: Which crop is mainly grown in plantation farming?
A) Sugarcane
B) Tea
C) Maize
D) Bajra
Q8: Small farmers face problems mainly due to:
A) Excess land
B) High rainfall
C) Lack of modern tools and credit
D) Over irrigation
Q9: Which fertilizer is commonly used to increase soil fertility?
A) Sand
B) Compost
C) Plastic waste
D) Stones
Q10: Which factor affects crop production directly?
A) Television signal
B) Soil fertility
C) Internet speed
D) Number of vehicles
Industries
Q1: Which industry makes use of raw materials directly from farms?
A) Software industry
B) Agro-based industry
C) Mining industry
D) Chemical industry
Q2: Which of the following is a cottage industry?
A) Steel plant
B) Handloom weaving
C) Car manufacturing
D) Oil refinery
Q3: Which is a large-scale industry?
A) Tailoring shop
B) Steel factory
C) Small bakery
D) Cobbler work
Q4: Which type of industry mainly uses minerals as raw materials?
A) Agro-based
B) Mineral-based
C) Cottage
D) Handicraft
Q5: What is the main disadvantage of uncontrolled industries?
A) Increase in jobs
B) Pollution of air and water
C) More production
D) Better transport
Q6: Which pollution is caused by loud machines in industries?
A) Water pollution
B) Noise pollution
C) Soil pollution
D) Air pollution
Q7: What should industries do to control pollution?
A) Increase machine speed
B) Release waste directly into rivers
C) Treat waste before releasing
D) Cut trees nearby
Q8: Tirupati laddus are prepared in which type of industry?
A) Mineral-based industry
B) Agro-based small industry
C) Heavy machinery industry
D) Automobile industry
Q9: Which of these is an example of small-scale industry?
A) Vishakhapatnam steel plant
B) Handicraft unit
C) Petroleum refinery
D) Cement factory
Q10: Why are industries important for a country’s economy?
A) They only cause pollution
B) They reduce farming activities
C) They provide employment and goods
D) They destroy natural resources
Public Facilities and Government Role
Q1: Which of the following is a public facility?
A) Personal car
B) School
C) Private garden
D) Jewellery shop
Q2: Why does the government provide free education in government schools?
A) To waste money
B) To reduce population
C) To ensure equal opportunities for all children
D) To close private schools
Q3: Which service is mainly provided by a Primary Health Centre (PHC)?
A) Banking services
B) Medical services
C) Transport service
D) Market service
Q4: Water is called a part of the Right to Life because:
A) It is sold in bottles
B) It is used for irrigation only
C) It is essential for survival
D) It is limited in supply
Q5: Which of the following helps in peaceful living of people?
A) Absence of roads
B) Inequality of facilities
C) Proper public facilities
D) Private services only
Q6: What happens if public facilities are not provided equally?
A) All people become rich
B) Only cities develop
C) Social inequality increases
D) Pollution decreases
Q7: Which of the following comes under government duty?
A) Running malls
B) Providing clean drinking water
C) Selling luxury cars
D) Opening private hotels
Q8: Why are some rural areas still lacking good facilities?
A) Lack of technology only
B) Poor planning and low investment
C) Too many markets
D) Less population in cities
Q9: The main aim of public facilities is to:
A) Earn profit
B) Help only rich people
C) Provide basic needs to all citizens
D) Support only private companies
Q10: Which department supplies electricity to villages and towns?
A) Postal department
B) Electricity board
C) Railway department
D) Police department
Markets and Consumer Awareness
Q1: Which market is usually held once or twice a week in villages?
A) Mall
B) Weekly market
C) Online market
D) Wholesale market
Q2: The right of a consumer to get correct information about a product is called:
A) Right to choose
B) Right to information
C) Right to redressal
D) Right to safety
Q3: Which of the following is a neighbourhood market?
A) International trade fair
B) Village fair
C) Kirana store
D) Commodity exchange
Q4: What is the main purpose of a chain of markets?
A) To increase pollution
B) To connect producers and consumers
C) To stop trade
D) To avoid advertisements
Q5: Why should a consumer take a bill after buying goods?
A) To increase cost
B) For decoration
C) As proof of purchase
D) To show friends
Q6: Which symbol shows that a product is made according to quality standards in India?
A) ISI mark
B) Postal stamp
C) Red cross
D) Road signal
Q7: Which of the following is an example of a shopping complex?
A) Tea stall
B) Vegetable cart
C) Mall
D) School canteen
Q8: Who protects the rights of consumers in India?
A) Election Commission
B) Consumer court
C) Railway department
D) Income tax office
Q9: Which practice shows smart consumer behaviour?
A) Buying without checking bill
B) Ignoring expiry dates
C) Comparing prices and quality
D) Buying unnecessary items
Q10: Which act protects consumers against unfair trade practices?
A) Labour Act
B) Consumer Protection Act
C) Rationing Act
D) Traffic Act
Transport and Trade
Q1: Which means of transport is the fastest for long distances?
A) Roadways
B) Railways
C) Waterways
D) Airways
Q2: Roads are called the lifelines of small towns and villages because:
A) They are cheap to build
B) They connect farms and markets
C) They run only at night
D) They carry only goods
Q3: Which mode of transport is mainly used for international trade?
A) Camel carts
B) Bicycles
C) Ships
D) Bullock carts
Q4: What does “export” mean?
A) Buying goods from other countries
B) Sending goods to other countries
C) Producing goods in factories
D) Storing goods in warehouses
Q5: Which sign tells vehicles to stop?
A) Green signal
B) Yellow signal
C) Red signal
D) Blue signal
Q6: Which port is an important seaport in Andhra Pradesh?
A) Chennai Port
B) Kandla Port
C) Visakhapatnam Port
D) Kochi Port
Q7: Why are railways important for a country?
A) They increase pollution only
B) They provide slow transport
C) They connect distant places easily
D) They reduce population
Q8: Zebra crossing is meant for:
A) Buses only
B) Two-wheelers only
C) Pedestrians
D) Animals only
Q9: Tourism helps a region mainly by:
A) Stopping development
B) Reducing income
C) Creating jobs and business
D) Closing transport services
Q10: Which transport is most suitable in hilly areas?
A) Metro train
B) Ropeway
C) Submarine
D) Bullet train
Transport and Trade
Q1: Which means of transport is the fastest for long distances?
A) Roadways
B) Railways
C) Waterways
D) Airways
Q2: Roads are called the lifelines of small towns and villages because:
A) They are cheap to build
B) They connect farms and markets
C) They run only at night
D) They carry only goods
Q3: Which mode of transport is mainly used for international trade?
A) Camel carts
B) Bicycles
C) Ships
D) Bullock carts
Q4: What does “export” mean?
A) Buying goods from other countries
B) Sending goods to other countries
C) Producing goods in factories
D) Storing goods in warehouses
Q5: Which sign tells vehicles to stop?
A) Green signal
B) Yellow signal
C) Red signal
D) Blue signal
Q6: Which port is an important seaport in Andhra Pradesh?
A) Chennai Port
B) Kandla Port
C) Visakhapatnam Port
D) Kochi Port
Q7: Why are railways important for a country?
A) They increase pollution only
B) They provide slow transport
C) They connect distant places easily
D) They reduce population
Q8: Zebra crossing is meant for:
A) Buses only
B) Two-wheelers only
C) Pedestrians
D) Animals only
Q9: Tourism helps a region mainly by:
A) Stopping development
B) Reducing income
C) Creating jobs and business
D) Closing transport services
Q10: Which transport is most suitable in hilly areas?
A) Metro train
B) Ropeway
C) Submarine
D) Bullet train
Development and Livelihoods
Q1: What does development mainly aim at?
A) Only money increase
B) Improving quality of life
C) Increasing vehicles
D) More factories only
Q2: A farmer mainly depends on which for his livelihood?
A) Trading shares
B) Agriculture
C) Film industry
D) Tourism
Q3: Why is education important for development?
A) It increases pollution
B) It improves skills and thinking
C) It stops economic growth
D) It destroys traditional work
Q4: Which of these is not only an income goal?
A) Respect in society
B) Better healthcare
C) High salary only
D) Safe living environment
Q5: Which worker earns daily wages based on work done?
A) Government officer
B) Daily labourer
C) Businessman
D) Software engineer
Q6: Why do people migrate from villages to cities?
A) For fun
B) For better jobs and income
C) To leave family
D) To stop farming
Q7: Which factor affects livelihood directly?
A) Climate and resources
B) Colour of clothes
C) Shape of houses
D) Festival traditions
Q8: A fisherman depends mainly on:
A) Desert land
B) Forest produce
C) Rivers and sea
D) Factories
Q9: Why is healthcare important for development?
A) It increases expenses
B) It makes people sick
C) It keeps people working and productive
D) It reduces education level
Q10: Which livelihood is common in coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Jute farming
B) Fishing
C) Tea plantation
D) Mining