Knowledge Check: AP Environment
Q1: In Andhra Pradesh, the Krishna–Godavari delta is a good example of interaction between which main components of the environment?
A) Lithosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere
B) Atmosphere, exosphere and ionosphere
C) Lithosphere, stratosphere and mesosphere
D) Hydrosphere, cryosphere and mesosphere
Q2: Which river forms a broad flood plain around Vijayawada, often affecting nearby settlements during heavy monsoon years?
A) Penna
B) Tungabhadra
C) Krishna
D) Swarnamukhi
Q3: Coringa near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh is best described as which type of biosphere feature?
A) Desert ecosystem
B) Mangrove forest ecosystem
C) Alpine grassland ecosystem
D) High-altitude tundra ecosystem
Q4: Which of the following regions in Andhra Pradesh is most commonly associated with semi-arid climate and frequent drought conditions?
A) North Coastal Andhra
B) Rayalaseema
C) Krishna–Godavari delta
D) Eastern Ghats hill tops near Visakhapatnam
Q5: In coastal Andhra Pradesh, which wind pattern mainly brings rainfall during October–November months?
A) South-West monsoon winds
B) North-East monsoon winds
C) Westerly jet stream
D) Trade winds from Arabian Sea
Q6: Seshachalam Hills around Tirupati are specially noted in environmental studies of Andhra Pradesh because they are a:
A) Desert conservation area
B) Biosphere reserve
C) Cold desert national park
D) Mangrove sanctuary
Q7: Kolleru Lake, located between Krishna and Godavari deltas, is mainly known as a:
A) Freshwater lake that expands during monsoon
B) High-altitude glacial lake
C) Volcanic crater lake
D) Saltwater lagoon connected to sea
Q8: In which coastal district did Cyclone Hudhud (2014) cause major damage to urban infrastructure and green cover?
A) Srikakulam
B) Visakhapatnam
C) Nellore
D) Prakasam
Q9: Cyclone Titli (2018) mainly affected which part of Andhra Pradesh, bringing heavy rain and landslides in hill areas?
A) South Coastal Andhra near Nellore
B) Rayalaseema plateau
C) North Coastal Andhra around Srikakulam
D) Deccan plateau near Kurnool
Q10: Which combination correctly matches the region of Andhra Pradesh with a typical environmental characteristic?
A) Krishna–Godavari delta – sparse population and low agriculture
B) Rayalaseema – semi-arid conditions and groundwater stress
C) Coringa – desert dunes and sandstorms
D) Srikakulam coast – alpine forests and snowfall
Q11: In coastal towns of Andhra Pradesh, which practice directly helps reduce the impact of storm surges on the lithosphere and nearby settlements?
A) Removing mangroves for new roads
B) Planting and protecting mangrove belts
C) Building houses on low-lying sandbars
D) Blocking all natural drainage channels
Q12: During summer afternoons in coastal Andhra, the blowing of sea breeze from Bay of Bengal towards land is mainly due to:
A) Land remaining cooler than sea
B) Sea heating faster than land
C) Land heating faster than sea
D) Rotation of Earth only, without temperature difference
Q13: Which of the following is the BEST example of a balanced ecosystem in Andhra Pradesh where land, water, plants, animals and people interact?
A) A concrete flyover in a city
B) A village tank with fish, birds, crops around and human use
C) A closed warehouse with cement bags
D) An underground parking area in town
Q14: Which human activity in Andhra Pradesh most directly increases the risk of soil (land) pollution around growing towns?
A) Segregating waste and composting
B) Dumping mixed solid waste on open land edges
C) Planting avenue trees along roads
D) Using drip irrigation in fields
Q15: In some Andhra Pradesh towns, water in small tanks turns green and gives bad smell due to excess growth of algae. This is mainly related to:
A) Noise pollution
B) Light pollution
C) Water pollution from nutrient-rich waste
D) Radioactive pollution from rocks
Q16: Heat waves are frequently reported in which belt of Andhra Pradesh, often leading to special public health advisories?
A) Hill stations near Araku
B) Coastal villages near Kakinada
C) Rayalaseema and parts of south coastal districts
D) High mountain ranges above snowline
Q17: Which statement about earthquakes in Andhra Pradesh is MOST appropriate for environmental studies?
A) Andhra Pradesh frequently experiences very strong earthquakes every year
B) Andhra Pradesh lies in a stable plate region with generally lower seismic risk than Himalayan areas
C) Andhra Pradesh has no earthquake risk at all
D) Earthquakes occur only along the seacoast in Andhra Pradesh
Q18: Which pair is correctly matched with respect to Andhra Pradesh water bodies and their type?
A) Pulicat Lake – freshwater alpine lake
B) Kolleru Lake – coastal salt lagoon
C) Pulicat Lake – brackish lagoon partly shared with Tamil Nadu
D) Kolleru Lake – volcanic crater lake on a hilltop
Q19: A village in Krishna delta grows paddy, has fish ponds, roadside trees and experiences seasonal monsoon winds. This village mainly illustrates:
A) Only lithosphere processes
B) Only atmospheric circulation
C) Combined working of lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere
D) Processes of exosphere only
Q20: Which action by students in an Andhra Pradesh town school best supports environmental protection in their local area?
A) Burning dry leaves and plastic waste in the playground
B) Organising regular clean-up drives for nearby tanks and planting native trees
C) Wasting water by keeping taps open during lunch break
D) Removing all plants to make more space for parking