ICSE Class 10 Soil Resources — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for Soil Resources (ICSE Class 10 Geography) — 10 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.
What to expect: This mock test covers key concepts from the Soil Resources chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.
Tip: Attempt without notes first to identify gaps, then review explanations for any wrong answers. Retake after a few days for best retention.
Sample questions
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1.Which soil type forms due to high temperature and heavy rainfall with alternating wet and dry periods, and in which two states is it commonly found?
- A.Black soil; Maharashtra and Gujarat.
- B.Laterite soil; Tamil Nadu and Odisha.
- C.Red soil; Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
- D.Alluvial soil; Punjab and Uttar Pradesh.
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2.Which of the following constituents add fertility to the soil?
- A.Silica
- B.Humus
- C.Clay
- D.Sand
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3.Which of the following are causes of soil erosion in India? Select the correct pair.
- A.Afforestation and crop rotation
- B.Deforestation and overgrazing
- C.Terrace farming and contour ploughing
- D.Irrigation and use of fertilizers
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4.The efforts made by man to prevent the erosion of soil is known as:
- A.Erosion
- B.Deforestation
- C.Conservation of soil
- D.Leaching
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5.Why is laterite soil generally considered unsuitable for agriculture?
- A.It is too acidic for most crops.
- B.It does not retain moisture.
- C.It lacks essential minerals like iron.
- D.It is found only in desert regions.
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