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MCQ Practice Test & Solutions: Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies (20 Questions)

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  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 20 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 20

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Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 1
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Consider the following statements:
I. It promotes the exploitation of natural resources.
II. It ensures that different forms of nature remain favorable towards us.
III. It enables children to understand different facts of environment briefly.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct regarding the study of environment?

Detailed Solution: Question 1

- Statement I: Incorrect. The study of the environment does not promote the exploitation of natural resources. Instead, it often emphasizes sustainable use and conservation.

- Statement II: Correct. Environmental study often stresses the importance of maintaining a balance in nature, ensuring that ecosystems remain favorable and sustainable for human and non-human life.

- Statement III: Correct. Environmental education aims to help children understand various environmental aspects, fostering awareness and responsible action.

Thus, statements II and III are correct, making option A the correct answer.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 2
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When the rate of photosynthesis in the plants gets increased?

Detailed Solution: Question 2

Increased photosynthesis can result from an increase in chloroplast numbers or chlorophyll amount, or from increased sunlight.

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Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 3
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Which is not the example of macronutrients?

Detailed Solution: Question 3

Cobalt is not a macronutrient; it is a micronutrient.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 4
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Which of the following is correct regarding heterotrophic components?

Detailed Solution: Question 4

Heterotrophic components feed on ready-made organic food, decompose complex organic compounds, and include both micro and macro consumers.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 5
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"Men lived in caves, moved from one place to another and got affected by the environment.” The sentence indicates which period of human development?

Detailed Solution: Question 5

The description points to the food accumulation period in human development.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 6
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Which of the following is the characteristic of agriculture period of human development?

Detailed Solution: Question 6

The agriculture period involved the cultivation of crops and domestication of animals to meet human needs.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 7
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Children of which age groups have maximum curiosity to understand different phenomena of environment but they are unable to understand?

Detailed Solution: Question 7

Children aged 5-10 years show maximum curiosity about environmental phenomena but may not fully understand them.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 8
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Consider the following statements:
I. These are the sources of both major and small rivers on Earth.
II. They influence regional and global weather conditions and climate.
III. They capture moisture from the atmosphere and release it in the form of snow or water.
These statements indicate which of the following?

Detailed Solution: Question 8

Mountain ranges are sources of rivers, influence weather and climate, and capture moisture.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 9
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The chapter in class V NCERT EVS textbook titled, ‘Sunita in Space’ describes astronaut Sunita Williams’ experiences in spaceship. What could be the reason/reasons for including this?
A. This incident gives a peep into the life of an astronaut.
B. This incident describes physical conditions in a spaceship.
C. This incident challenges gender stereotypes.
D. This incident helps in explaining the concept of gravity.

Detailed Solution: Question 9

The chapter includes astronaut Sunita Williams’ experiences to provide insights into astronaut life, describe physical conditions in a spaceship, and challenge gender stereotypes.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 10
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When a child develops a higher IQ level?

Detailed Solution: Question 10

A higher IQ level in children is supported by providing healthy food and a healthy environment.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 11
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Which of the following is the theme of environmental studies?

Detailed Solution: Question 11

The theme "Things we make and do" falls under environmental studies.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 12
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Which one of the following characteristics an EVS textbook at primary level should not have?

Detailed Solution: Question 12

An EVS textbook at the primary level should focus on practical aspects rather than abstract concepts.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 13
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Which one of the following the National Curriculum Framework (NCF, 2005) does not propose in the context of EVS teaching?

Detailed Solution: Question 13

The NCF, 2005 emphasizes linking with children’s experience, hands-on activities, and a thematic approach in EVS teaching, but not familiarity with technical terms.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 14
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Which of the following objectives is not related to EVS teaching in primary classes?

Detailed Solution: Question 14

EVS teaching in primary classes focuses on understanding and exploring rather than memorizing.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 15
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The correct definition of ecosystem is

Detailed Solution: Question 15

An ecosystem is defined as a balanced system of living organisms (biotic community) and their environment.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 16
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Which of following is a desirable aim of science education at primary level?

Detailed Solution: Question 16

Science education at the primary level aims to impart knowledge, nurture curiosity and creativity, and develop values.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 17
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In the context of EVS pedagogy, all of the following are desirable practices, except

Detailed Solution: Question 17

EVS pedagogy focuses on real-world observations and critical thinking rather than prioritizing textbook knowledge.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 18
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As per the NCF, 2005, which one among the following is theme of EVS?

Detailed Solution: Question 18

Food is a theme of EVS as per the National Curriculum Framework, 2005.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 19
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The content in an EVS textbook should
A. avoid descriptions and definitions.
B. discourage rote learning.
C. provide opportunities to the child to question and explore.
D. give only written information to the child.

Detailed Solution: Question 19

An EVS textbook should avoid rote learning, provide opportunities for questioning and exploration, and avoid unnecessary descriptions and definitions.

Test: Concept & Scope of Environmental Studies - Question 20
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The language used in an EVS textbook

Detailed Solution: Question 20

The language used in an EVS textbook should be understandable and related to the everyday language of the child.

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