DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL, BANGALORE (SOUTH)

ANNUAL EXAMINATION – MARCH (2024)

SUBJECT: SOCIAL SCIENCE

SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER MAX. MARKS: 80
NAME: ________ CLASS: VI SEC: ROLL NO: _____ DATE: ___02/24

General Instructions:
• All questions are compulsory.
• Marks are indicated against questions.
• Please write down the serial number of the question before attempting it.
• This question paper has five sides.
ANSWERKEY
HISTORY- 30 MARKS
I. Choose the correct option: (1X5=5)
1. Ploughmen were known as ____________ in Tamil.

a. samanthas b. uzhavar c. zamindars d. grihapati

2. The ‘gramabhojaka’ often got his land cultivated by the___________.

a. prisoners b. slaves c. poor people d. samanthas

3. Pulakeshin II was the ruler of __________ dynasty.

a. Gupta b. Pallava c. Chola d. Chalukya

4. ______________ wrote the biography of Harshnavardhana.

a. Surender Sharma b. Amir Khusro c. Banabhatta d. Siddhartha

5. Match the following:

COLUMN A COLUMN B
1. Kalidasa A) large land owners
2. Vellalar B) an astronomer
3. Aryabhatta C) small land owners
4. Grihapatis D) a renowned poet

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a. 1-A, 2-C, 3-B, 4-D c. 1-D, 2-A, 3-B, 4-C
b. 1-D, 2-C, 3-B, 4-A d. 1-C, 2-A, 3-D, 4-B

II. Answer the following in few sentences: (2X4=8)

1. Who were the samantas?

Ans) There were military leaders who provided the king with troops whenever he
needed them.
They were not paid regular salaries. Instead, some of them received grants of land.
They collected revenue from the land and used this to maintain soldiers and horses,
and provide equipment for warfare. These men were known as samantas.

2. What is the Sangam literature and when were they composed?

Ans) Some of the earliest works in Tamil is known as Sangam literature, were composed
around 2300 years ago. These texts were called Sangam because they were supposed to
have been composed and compiled in assemblies (known as sangams) of poets that
were held in the city of Madurai.

3. Compare the drainage system in your locality with that of the olden times. What
similarities and differences do you notice?
Ans) In our locality each house has a good drainage system. There is underground
drainage system with covered drains. The ancient cities had ring- well system. It is a
row of pots or ceramic rings arranged one on top of the other. They have been used
as toilet in some areas. These ring wells have been found in individual houses.

4. Read the extract and answer the questions given below:

The king travelled with an enormous amount of equipment. Apart from weapons, there
were things of daily use such as pots, pans, furniture, golden footstools, food, including
animals such as goat, deer, rabbits, vegetables, spices, carried on carts or loaded on to
pack animals such as camels and elephants. This huge army was accompanied by
musicians beating drums, and others playing horns and trumpets. Villagers had to
provide hospitality along the way. They came with gifts of curds, gur and flowers, and
provided fodder for the animals. They also tried to meet the king, and place their
complaints and petitions before him. The army left a trail of destruction behind.
Elephants often trampled down the huts of villagers, and the oxen yoked to the
caravans of merchants ran away, scared by the tumult.

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i) Make a list of all the things that were carried with the army.
Ans) There were things of daily use such as pots, pans, furniture, golden footstools,
food, including animals such as goat, deer, rabbits, vegetables, spices, carried on carts
or loaded on to pack animals such as camels and elephants.
ii) What did the villagers bring for the king?
Ans) They came with gifts of curds, gur and flowers, and provided fodder for the
animals. They also tried to meet the king, and place their complaints and petitions
before him.

III. Answer in brief: (3x3=9)

1. Identify the picture and mention any two features of the same.

Ans) Punched marked coins

Archaeologists have found several thousands of coins belonging to the ancient period.
Punch marked coins were generally rectangular or sometimes square or round in shape,
either cut out of metal sheets or made out of flattened metal globules.
The coins were not inscribed, but were stamped with symbols using dies or punches.

2. Explain in brief the role or functions of the Shrenis.

Ans) Many crafts persons and merchants formed associations known as Shrenis.
*Shrenis of crafts persons provided training, procured raw material and distributed the
finished product.
*Shrenis of merchants organized trade.
*Shrenis also served as banks, where rich men and women deposited money. This was
invested and part of the interest was returned or used to support religious institutions
such as monasteries.

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3. List the conquests of Samudragupta as mentioned in the Allahabad pillar
inscription.
Ans) * The rulers of Aryavarta. The nine rulers who were uprooted, and their kingdoms
were made a part of Samudragupta’s empire.
*The rulers of Dakshinapatha surrendered to Samudragupta after being defeated and
he then allowed them to rule again.
*The inner circle of neighbouring states, including Assam, coastal Bengal, Nepal, and a
number of gana sanghas. They brought tribute, followed his orders, and attended his
court.
These rulers are the descendants of the Kushanas and Shakas, and the ruler of
Sri Lanka, who submitted to him and offered daughters in marriage.

IV. Answer any two in detail: (4X2=8)

1. What are the sources that tell us about the earliest cities of the sub-continent?
Ans) Jataka stories: These were the stories that were probably composed by ordinary
people, and then written down and preserved by the Buddhist monks.
*Sculptors carved scenes depicting people’s lives in towns and villages, as well as in the
forest. Many of these sculptures were used to decorate railings, pillars and gate ways of
buildings that were visited by people.
*Archaeologists have found rows of pots, or ceramic rings arranged one on top of the
other. These are known as ring wells.
*Another way of finding out about early cities is from the accounts of sailors
and travellers who visited them.

2. Why was Mathura called an important city?

Ans)* Mathura has been an important settlement for more than 2500 years.
* It was important because it was located at the cross roads of two major routes
of travel and trade from the northwest to the east and from north to south.
* There were fortifications around the city, and several shrines.
* Farmers and herders from adjoining areas provided food for people in the city.
* Mathura was also a center where some extremely fine sculpture was produced.

3. Explain the main features of the Arikamedu settlement.

Ans) Arikamedu:
This is located in Pondicherry. Between 2'200 and 1900 years ago, this site was a
coastal settlement.
* A massive brick structure, which may have been a warehouse, was found at the site.

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* Other finds (of Arikamedu) include pottery from the Mediterranean region, such as
amphorae (tall double-handled jars that contained liquids such as wine or oil) and
stamped red-glazed pottery, known as Arretine Ware, which was named after a city in
Italy (or ancient Roman Empire). This was made by pressing which was made locally
though Roman designs were used.
* Roman lamps, glassware and gems have also been found at the site.
* Small tanks have been found that were probably dyeing vats, used to dye cloth.
* There is plenty of evidence for the making of beads from semi-precious stones
and glass.

CIVICS-15 MARKS

I. Choose the correct option: (1X4=4)

1. In a municipal corporation the elected members are called____________.

a. councillors b. teachers c. administrators d. government

2. Commissioners and administrative staff are appointed by the __________.

a. sarpanch b. government c. secretary d. minister

3.The people of the Chizami village do _____________ farming.

a. fishing b. weed c. terrace d. sugarcane

4. A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated

plants is known as ___________.
a. cowpat b. weed c. insecticides d. fertilizers

II. Answer the following in few sentences: (2X2=4)

1. When do the local people contact their Councillor?
Ans) The ward people contact their ward councillor when the problem relates to the
ward such as:
1. Dangerous electric wires to be replaced.
2. Road repairs (street repairs).
3. Public water pump installation.

2. List the two situations in which crops can be ruined. (Answer any two)
Ans) The situations in which crops can be ruined are:

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 1. If the seeds are not of good quality.
2. If pests attack the crop.
3. If the monsoon does not bring of enough rain.

III. Answer in brief: (3x1=3)

1. Why do you think that there is seasonal unemployment in villages?
Ans) Seasonal unemployment occurs when people are unemployed at a particular time
of the year. Due to the break in the continuity of the farming work, there is seasonal
unemployment in villages. When there is no work in the farm the farmers have to look
for the other work like making bricks, carrying bricks, building roads and houses. Thus,
there is seasonal unemployment in villages.
V. Answer any one in detail: (4x1=4)

1. What are the benefits of the waste treatment process?

Ans) The benefits of the waste treatment process are as follows:
1. The foul smell from garbage is removed.
2. The waste becomes free from flies, mosquitoes and germs.
3. The waste treatment prevents production of methane and other foul-smelling gases.
4. There are less chances of smoke, fire and explosion hazards at the dumping yards.

2. State any four functions of the Municipalities?

Ans) The four functions of the Municipalities are as follows:
1. Supply of adequate drinking water.
2. Providing and maintaining drainage and sewage system.
3. Maintenance of public street lighting.
4. Construction and maintenance of bus terminals, roads and bridges.
5. Maintenance of birth and death records.

GEOGRAPHY – 35 MARKS
I. Choose the correct option: (1X5=5)

1. In the Greek language ‘Lithos’ means _____________.

a. landmass b. water c. vapour d. stone

2. __________ is the third largest continent in the world.

a. Europe b. Australia c. North America d. Antarctica

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3. __________ is a piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides.
a. Peninsula b. Island c. Isthmus d. Mainland

4.India has an area of about ________________.

a. 3.28 million sq.km b. 33.6 million sq.km c.3.million sq.km d.20.5 million sq.km

5.Match the following:

COLUMN A COLUMN B

1. Middle Himalayas A Himadri

2. Largest state B Goa
3. Smallest state C Rajasthan
4. Greater Himalayas D Himachal

a. 1-A, 2-C, 3-B, 4-D c. 1-D, 2-C, 3-B, 4-A

b. 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D d. 1-A, 2-B, 3-D, 4-C

II. Answer in few sentences: (2x5=10)

1. Why is the biosphere important for living organisms?
Ans) Biosphere is the narrow zone of contact between the land, water, and air. It is in
this zone that life exists on this planet. There are several species of organisms that vary
in size from microbes and bacteria to huge mammals. All the living organisms including
human beings are linked to each other and to the biosphere for survival.

2. What is the importance of the atmosphere? (Any two points)

Ans) The importance of the atmosphere are as follows:
1. The atmosphere prevents the sun’s radiation from reaching the surface of the earth.
2. It does not permit the harmful ultra-violet rays to reach the surface of the Earth.
3. It prevents the extreme temperature during day and night.
4. It acts as green house by keeping the earth’s surface warm at night.
5. The movement of air helps in condensation of moisture and precipitation.
6. Sound waves are transmitted due to the presence of air.

3. Explain the main features of the Peninsular Plateau. (Any two points)
Ans) The main features are as follows:
1.The Plateaus are made up of igneous and metamorphic rocks.
2.They have an undulating surface with low hills and rounded tops.
3.The Narmada river divides the entire plateau region into two parts.

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4.The Central highlands and the Deccan plateau.
5.The plateaus are surrounded by hill ranges on all three sides.

4. Mention the political and administrative divisions of India.

Ans) India is a vast country. For administrative purposes, the country is divided into
28. States and 8 Union Territories. Delhi is the national capital. The states have been
formed mainly on the basis of languages.

5. What is global warming?

Ans) Emission from industries, thermal power plants and vehicles pollutes the air.
Carbon-di-oxide is an important constituent of air. But increase in the amount of
carbon-dioxide, leads to increase in global temperature, causing climate change, this is
termed as global warming.

III. Answer in brief: (3X3=9)

1. How are the Western coastal plains different from the Eastern coastal plains?
Ans)
WESTERN COASTAL PLAINS EASTERN COASTAL PLAINS
1.The northern part of the Western 1. The northern part of the Eastern
coast is called the Konkan coast and the coast is called the Northern Circars and
southern part is called the Malabar coast the southern part is called the
Coromandel coast
2. Rivers like Tapi and Narmada flow 2. Rivers such as Mahanadi, Godavari,
towards the Western coastal plains and Krishna and Kaveri are east flowing
drain into the Arabian sea. rivers that drain into the Bay of Bengal.

3.The back-waters locally called kayals 3. These rivers have formed fertile
are a special feature of the Malabar deltas along the Eastern coastal plains.
coast.
4. The Western coastal plains are very 4. The Eastern coastal plains are
narrow. broader

2. Identify the given picture and write how are these islands are formed?
Ans) *Coral island
*Corals are skeletons of tiny marine animals called Polyps.
*When the living polyps die, their skeletons are left.
*Other poplyps grow on top of the hard skeleton which grows higher and higher, thus
forming these coral islands.
3. Why is Antarctica called the continent of science?

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Ans) Antarctica is located near the South Pole. It is completely covered with ice and
also known as white continent. This continent provides great scope for scientific studies
of weather. Many countries have research stations in Antarctica. India also has research
stations here they are named as Maitri and Dakshina Gangotri. Thus, Antarctica is called
the continent of science.

IV. Answer any two in detail: (4x2=8)

1. What is the importance of oceans for human beings? (Any 4 points)
Ans) The importance of oceans are as follows:
1. They are the storehouse of various minerals and chemicals.
2. Oceans are main source of moisture in the atmosphere.
3. They are main source of fish and other marine life.
4. They possess enormous energy in the form of tidal waves from which electricity
can be generated.
5. The ocean currents modify the climate of the coastal areas.
6. Common salt is supplied by the oceans.
7. The shortage of drinking water can be solved by treating ocean water.
8. Oceans provide natural link between the continents.

2. Write a short note on the two groups of Islands of India.

Ans) 1.Two groups of islands also form part of India.
2. Lakshadweep Islands are located in the Arabian Sea.
3.These are coral islands located off the coast of Kerala.
4.The Andaman and the Nicobar Islands lie to the southeast of the Indian mainland
in the Bay of Bengal.

3. Name and draw the different layers of the atmosphere.

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The atmosphere extends up to a height of about 1,600 kilometres. The atmosphere is
divided into five layers based on composition, temperature and other properties. These
layers starting from earth’s surface are called the troposphere, the stratosphere, the
mesosphere, the thermosphere and the exosphere.

V. Identify and mark the places in the political map of India: (1X3=3)

1. Sri Lanka is separated India by the ___________ .(Palk strait)

2. The rivers Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri drain into the________.
(Bay of Bengal)
3. The national capital of India is ___________ (New Delhi)

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