Test for Social Science (SST) Class 8 - Social Resources

1. Multiple Choice Questions:

a) Which of the following is not a social resource?
i) Water
ii) Education
iii) Land
iv) Air

b) Social resources are classified into two categories, namely:
i) Renewable and non-renewable resources
ii) Natural and man-made resources
iii) Public and private resources
iv) Primary and secondary resources

c) Which of the following is an example of a renewable social resource?
i) Fossil fuels
ii) Minerals
iii) Forests
iv) Natural gas

d) Social resources are important for:
i) Economic development
ii) Personal growth
iii) Social well-being
iv) All of the above

e) Which of the following is an example of a public social resource?
i) Public parks
ii) Private schools
iii) Shopping malls
iv) Residential buildings

2. Fill in the Blanks:

a) Social resources are the _______ that are available to individuals and society to meet their needs and desires.
b) _______ resources are those that are replenished naturally over time.
c) _______ resources are those that are created by human beings.
d) _______ resources are owned and managed by the government for the benefit of the public.
e) _______ resources are owned and managed by individuals or private organizations for their own benefit.

3. Short Answer Questions:

a) Define social resources and provide examples.
b) Discuss the importance of social resources for economic development.
c) Explain the difference between renewable and non-renewable social resources.
d) Describe the role of the government in managing public social resources.
e) How can individuals and communities contribute to the sustainable use of social resources?

4. Long Answer Question:

Choose one of the following topics and write a detailed response:

a) Discuss the impact of deforestation on social resources and suggest measures to prevent it.
b) Analyze the role of education as a social resource and its impact on society.
c) Explore the concept of sustainable development and its significance for the conservation of social resources.

Remember to support your answers with relevant examples, facts, and explanations to demonstrate your understanding of the topic.

Note: This sample test is provided as a guide and may need to be tailored to fit the specific curriculum and requirements of the Social Science (SST) Class 8 course.