CBSE Class 8 Social Science Natural Resources and Their Use (Class 8 NCERT New) Quiz 5

1. These images illustrate which aspect of agricultural practices in Punjab?

A Use of modern irrigation techniques B Cultivation of tea plantations C Practice of terrace farming D Dependence on rain-fed agriculture

2. What does 'over-exploited' mean in the context of groundwater?

A Water is drawn at a sustainable rate B Water is drawn at a rate much greater than restoration C Water is not used at all D Water is restored faster than it is used

3. According to the passage, food security was ensured for the short term, but what will the long-term consequences require?

A Time and effort to heal B Immediate action to prevent famine C Financial investment in technology D Reduction in food production

4. Refer to the Depth to Water Level Map of Punjab State & Chandigarh (June 2022). Which color represents the areas with the deepest water level (more than 40 meters below ground level)?

A Light Blue B Dark Blue C Red D Dark Red

5. Based on the map, name two districts in Punjab where the depth to water level is less than 5 meters below ground level.

A Fazilka, Muktsar B Ludhiana, Patiala C Amritsar, Jalandhar D Bathinda, Sangrur

6. What is one major environmental impact of cement production?

A It releases fine dust that enters our lungs and those of animals, damages plants, and causes soil and water pollution. B It increases the oxygen content in the atmosphere. C It helps in the growth of aquatic plants. D It reduces the temperature of the surrounding area.

7. The Central Pollution Control Board has created guidelines for cement factories to ensure that the pollution is minimised or eliminated.

A True B False

8. The case of cement: There is a move towards creating alternative materials that reduce pollution. These include the use of traditional materials like stone and mud, new plant-based materials and recycled materials from waste plastic. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an alternative material to cement?

A Stone B Mud C Metal D Recycled plastic

9. What material was used to refurbish the Jaisalmer fort?

A Sandstone B Marble C Granite D Limestone

10. What is the main material used in the construction of the community building in Auroville?

A Mud B Concrete C Steel D Wood