ICSE Class 10

General instructions: Answer all questions. Marks are shown in brackets [ ].

Objective

1. 1.
   Which type of forest is found mostly in the coastal areas of India?

   1. A. Tropical Evergreen Forest
   2. B. Tropical Desert Forest
   3. C. Littoral Forest
   4. D. Tropical Deciduous Forest
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2. 2.
   Name the type of natural vegetation that is found in the windward side of the Western Ghats.

   1. A. Tropical Evergreen
   2. B. Tropical Deciduous
   3. C. Mangrove Forest
   4. D. Mountain Forest
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3. 3.
   Littoral means the same as:

   1. A. mountain
   2. B. solar
   3. C. volcanic
   4. D. tidal
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4. 4.
   Which of the following correctly pairs a tree found in monsoon deciduous forests with its primary use?

   1. A. Teak – Used for making perfumes and soaps.
   2. B. Sal – Used in construction for beams and railway sleepers.
   3. C. Sandalwood – Used primarily for shipbuilding.
   4. D. Bamboo – Used exclusively for paper production.
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5. 5.
   Afforestation prevents soil erosion because:

   1. A. it reduces pollution.
   2. B. it protects the soil from being exposed.
   3. C. the roots of the trees bind the soil particles.
   4. D. trees produce fruits.
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6. 6.
   Which of the following correctly differentiates Tropical Evergreen Forests from Tropical Deciduous Forests?

   1. A. Tropical Evergreen Forests thrive in moderate rainfall (100-200 cm) and shed leaves seasonally, while Tropical Deciduous Forests thrive in heavy rainfall (>200 cm) with year-round foliage.
   2. B. Tropical Evergreen Forests are found in heavy rainfall areas (>200 cm) with year-round foliage, while Tropical Deciduous Forests are found in moderate rainfall (100-200 cm) and shed leaves seasonally.
   3. C. Both forest types thrive in identical rainfall conditions and have the same leaf-shedding patterns.
   4. D. Tropical Deciduous Forests are found in heavy rainfall areas with year-round foliage, while Tropical Evergreen Forests are found in arid regions.
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7. 7.
   Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of desert vegetation?

   1. A. Short, stunted growth of vegetation
   2. B. Thick fleshy stems
   3. C. Broad leaves
   4. D. Long and deep roots
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8. 8.
   Identify two states from the following that have a very low area under forests.

   1. A. Kerala and Assam
   2. B. Punjab and Haryana
   3. C. Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
   4. D. Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram
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9. 9.
   Which of the following is NOT a way in which forests help in protecting the environment?

   1. A. Preventing soil erosion by holding soil in place with roots.
   2. B. Absorbing carbon dioxide to reduce greenhouse gases.
   3. C. Increasing soil salinity by drawing up mineral-rich water.
   4. D. Reducing the risk of landslides by stabilizing slopes.
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10. 10.
    How do forests have a favourable effect on the climate of a region? Select the INCORRECT statement.

    1. A. Forests control temperature and weather patterns by storing carbon and water.
    2. B. Forests increase atmospheric carbon dioxide levels by releasing stored carbon.
    3. C. Forests cool the atmosphere through evapotranspiration.
    4. D. Forests regulate water flow, preventing floods and droughts.
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