Knowledge Check: Land
Q1: Which of the following best describes land as a resource?
A) Only the area under buildings
B) Only forests and hills
C) The solid surface of the Earth used for different purposes
D) Only agricultural fields
Q2: Which factor most strongly affects land use patterns in any region?
A) Colour of the soil
B) Shape of houses
C) Relief and climate
D) Number of schools
Q3: Which combination shows three major uses of land in India?
A) Agriculture, forests, wastelands
B) Oceans, rivers, lakes
C) Railways, airports, seaports
D) Shops, schools, hospitals only
Q4: Alluvial soil in Andhra Pradesh is mainly found in which region?
A) Rayalaseema plateau
B) Krishna–Godavari delta region
C) Nallamala hill slopes
D) Eastern Ghats interior forests
Q5: Which soil type is widely spread over the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Black soil
B) Red soil
C) Desert sand
D) Peaty soil
Q6: Which one of the following is NOT a factor of soil formation?
A) Parent rock
B) Climate
C) Time
D) Colour of houses in the village
Q7: Which conservation method is best suited for soil on steep slopes in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Building more chimneys
B) Terrace farming
C) Burning all vegetation
D) Overgrazing by animals
Q8: In the Krishna–Godavari delta, farmers mainly grow paddy because the soil is:
A) Sandy, dry and full of stones
B) Rich alluvial, deep and holds water well
C) Rocky with almost no topsoil
D) Covered only with desert dunes
Q9: Which river is the main source of water for the Prakasam Barrage near Vijayawada?
A) Godavari
B) Krishna
C) Penna
D) Tungabhadra
Q10: Which major river of Andhra Pradesh finally joins the Bay of Bengal near Ravva region?
A) Narmada
B) Godavari
C) Mahanadi
D) Tapi
Q11: Which of the following best explains groundwater depletion in many towns of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Planting more trees
B) Heavy withdrawal of water through borewells
C) Use of drip irrigation
D) Protecting tanks and lakes
Q12: Which practice helps in conserving water in dry regions like parts of Rayalaseema?
A) Flood irrigation in all fields
B) Drip or sprinkler irrigation
C) Leaving taps open in canals
D) Growing only water-intensive crops everywhere
Q13: Which statement correctly defines natural vegetation?
A) Trees grown only in school gardens
B) Plants that grow naturally without human help
C) Only crops grown by farmers
D) Plants in flowerpots at home
Q14: The mangrove forests near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh are mainly found in which area?
A) Coringa region along the Godavari delta
B) Nallamala hill tops
C) Rayalaseema dry uplands
D) Anantapur urban area
Q15: Which bird sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh is famous for large flocks of migratory birds on a freshwater lake?
A) Rollapadu Sanctuary
B) Kolleru Lake Bird Sanctuary
C) Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary
D) Gir National Park
Q16: Which wildlife species is specially protected in the Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Lion
B) Blackbuck
C) Rhinoceros
D) Snow leopard
Q17: Which hill range in Andhra Pradesh forms part of the Eastern Ghats and supports dry deciduous forests?
A) Aravalli Hills
B) Nallamala Hills
C) Nilgiri Hills
D) Satpura Hills
Q18: Which of these pairs is correctly matched for Andhra Pradesh?
A) Penna – joins Arabian Sea
B) Krishna – flows into Bay of Bengal
C) Godavari – flows into Indian Ocean near Mumbai
D) Tungabhadra – forms Kolleru Lake
Q19: Which practice by farmers can help both soil and water conservation in sloping lands of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Leaving land bare after harvest
B) Growing cover crops or grasses
C) Removing all bunds on the field
D) Burning crop residues completely
Q20: Natural vegetation and wildlife together are important because they:
A) Only provide wood for furniture
B) Maintain ecological balance and support food chains
C) Have no role in climate
D) Are useful only for tourism
Q21: In coastal Andhra Pradesh, which problem can occur due to overuse of groundwater near the sea?
A) Falling of houses
B) Mixing of seawater causing salinity
C) Formation of volcanoes
D) Heavy snowfall
Q22: Which of the following is an example of a wetland ecosystem in Andhra Pradesh?
A) Nallamala hilltop
B) Pulicat Lake
C) Rayalaseema dry uplands
D) Urban park in Vijayawada
Q23: Which group of animals is commonly found in deciduous forests of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Polar bears and penguins
B) Camels and desert foxes
C) Deer, wild boar and various birds
D) Seals and walruses
Q24: Which landform best describes most of the area between the Eastern Ghats and the coastal plains in Andhra Pradesh?
A) High snow-covered mountains
B) Broad desert plain
C) Undulating plateau with gentle slopes
D) Deep ocean trench
Q25: In many Andhra villages, desilting traditional tanks helps mainly to:
A) Increase road traffic
B) Improve water storage and recharge groundwater
C) Reduce the number of trees
D) Create more rocky land
Q26: Which combination correctly matches resource and its main use in Andhra Pradesh?
A) Black soil – tea gardens
B) Alluvial soil – paddy in delta region
C) Desert sand – apple orchards
D) Rocky land – intensive rice farming
Q27: Which statement about wildlife conservation is correct?
A) Hunting in sanctuaries is allowed
B) Forests can be cleared freely in national parks
C) Sanctuaries and national parks protect animals and their habitats
D) Wildlife has no role in ecosystems
Q28: Which of the following is a direct result of cutting forests in the upper catchment areas of rivers?
A) More stable river flow
B) Increase in soil erosion and chances of floods
C) Decrease in soil erosion
D) Formation of glaciers
Q29: Which statement is TRUE about land, soil and water resources?
A) They are unlimited and need no care
B) They renew instantly after use
C) They are limited and must be used carefully
D) Only water is limited; land and soil are unlimited
Q30: Why is it important for students in Andhra Pradesh to learn about local land, soil, water, vegetation and wildlife?
A) Only to draw maps
B) To understand local environment and use resources responsibly
C) Just to memorise names for exams
D) So that they can cut more trees