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Science Olympiad Previous Year Paper - 1

Note: The questions provided in this document are similar to the questions that were asked in the actual Olympiad exam. So, we recommend you study these for your Olympiad preparation.

Logical Reasoning Section

Q1: Find the alternative which will replace the question mark (?).
5 : 26 :: 7 : ?
(a) 42
(b) 45
(c) 47
(d) 50

Q2: There exists a specific connection between the terms on both sides of the ratio. Determine the relationship in the left pair and identify the missing term. L6T : Q18Y : : R9E : ?
(a) V27J
(b) W28K
(c) V28K
(d) W27J

Q3: In a certain code language, JAGUAR is coded as KBFTBS. How will CHITAL be coded in the same code language?
(a) DIJUBM
(b) DIHSBM
(c) DIHSZK
(d) DIHUBK

Q4: Find the missing term in the given series:
7, 15, 19, 27, ?, 39, 43

(a) 30
(b) 31
(c) 33
(d) 35

Q5: Choose the odd one out from the following options.
(a) Venus
(b) Neptune
(c) Jupiter
(d) Uranus

Q6: In a specific coding system, if TRAINER is represented as PCLKDUW, how is EDITION encoded in that same system?
(a) FFLTJQQ
(b) LMGVLGH
(c) FFLTJPR
(d) HGLUGMV

Q7: Look at this series:
36, 34, 30, 28, 24, ...
Which number should come next ?
(a) 20
(b) 22
(c) 23
(d) 26

Q8: A city bus travels 16 km towards West from point A. It then turns right and travels 6 km, turns right again and travels 8 km. Finally, it turns right and travels 12 km to reach point B. How far is point A from point B?
(a) 9 km
(b) 12 km
(c) 10 km
(d) 15 km

Q9: Which of the following options is the correct coded form of HJK, if BDS is coded as FHW?
(a) JKL
(b) LNO
(c) HJK
(d) KLM

Q10: Select the related word from the given alternatives.
Ludhiana : City : : Haryana : ?
(a) State
(b) Capital
(c) Union Territory
(d) City

Science Section

Q11: Which one of the following statements is correct about reproduction humans? 
(a) Fertilisation takes place externally. 
(b) Fertilisation takes place asexually. 
(c) Fertilisation takes place internally. 
(d) Fertilisation takes place through fragmentation.

Q12: Bryophyllum reproduces through its : 
(a) Stem 
(b) Root 
(c) Flower 
(d) Leaves

Q13: Which of these is not an example of asexual reproduction? 
(a) Reproduction in Hydra 
(b) Reproduction in Amoeba 
(c) Reproduction in bacteria 
(d) Reproduction in butterfly

Q14: The total path covered by an object is: 
(a) Speed 
(b) Distance 
(c) Acceleration 
(d) Momentum

Q15: The change of location or position of an object with time relative to an observer  is : 
(a) Motion 
(b) Rest 
(c) Force 
(d) Time

Q16: A tester is utilized to assess the electrical conductivity of two liquids identified as X and Y. The tester's bulb shines brightly for liquid X, whereas it glows very faintly for liquid Y. Which of the following statements is accurate regarding this observation?
(a) Liquid Y is a better conductor than liquid X.
(b) Liquid X is a better conductor than liquid Y.
(c) Both liquids have the same conductivity.
(d) The conductivity of liquids cannot be compared.

Q17: Object A is applying a force of 5 N on a surface area of 12 cm × 14 cm. Object B is applying a force of 6 N on a surface area of 4 cm × 42 cm. Which of the following statements is correct about the pressure applied by objects A and B? 
(a) Pressure applied by object B is equal to the pressure applied by object A. 
(b) Pressure applied by object B is greater than the pressure applied by object A. 
(c) Pressure applied by object B is lesser than the pressure applied by object A. 
(d) Pressure depends on the type of surface on which it is applied, and thus, cannot be determined. 

Q18: Raman was playing with a toy truck, but due to friction, he was not able to run it smoothly. Which surface should Raman use to get the maximum speed? 
(a) Muddy surface 
(b) Polished marble surface 
(c) Cemented surface 
(d) Brick surface

Q19: Read the given statement and mark the correct option: 
Statement 1: When a bicycle is in motion, the force of friction exerted by the ground on the two wheels is always in forward direction.
Statement 2: The frictional force acts only when the bodies are in contact.
(a) Both statement 1 and 2 are true and statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1. 
(b) Both statement 1 and 2 are true but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1. 
(c) Statement 1 is true but statement 2 is false. 
(d) Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true.

Q20: The diagram shows an object hanging from a string. The object does not fall because:
Science Section(a) There is no gravity. 
(b) There is friction between the object and the string. 
(c) A magnetic force is acting on it. 
(d) The string is exerting a force against the Earth's gravity.

Q21: Read the given statements and select the correct option. Statement 1: The temperature of a body is 10°C. Its temperature in Fahrenheit scale is 50°F. Statement 2: Celsius and Fahrenheit are related as F = 9/5C + 32
(a) Both statements 1 and 2 are true and statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1.
(b) Both statements 1 and 2 are true but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1.
(c) Statement 1 is true but statement 2 is false.
(d) Both statements 1 and 2 are false.

Q22: In the following image, the angle formed by the incident ray with the surface of the plane mirror is 25°. Calculate the angle of reflection. 
Science Section

(a) 65° 
(b) 55° 
(c) 25° 
(d) 35°

Q23: Which of the following does not produce a sound wave? 
(a) A silencer fixed gun fired. 
(b) A bell ringing under water. 
(c) A hammer hitting a block of rubber. 
(d) An explosion on the moon.

Q24: The diagram shows a man standing at a position M in front of a plane mirror, a distance of x m from the mirror.
Science SectionWhen the man moves 3 m away from the mirror, the new distance between the man and his image becomes 12 m. What is the value of x? 
(a) 1 m 
(b) 2 m 
(c) 3 m 
(d) 4 m

Q25: Read the given statements and select the correct option.
Statement (I): Phosphorus burns in air at room temperature.
Statement (II): Burning of phosphorus is an example of spontaneous combustion 
(a) Both statements (I) and (II) are true and statement (II) is the correct explanation of statement (I). 
(b) Both statements (I) and (II) are true but statement (II) is not the correct explanation of statement (I). 
(c) Statement (I) is true and statement (II) is false. 
(d) Both statements (I) and (II) are false.

Q26: Which of the following statements are accurate? I. No residue is left on an object placed in the middle zone of the flame. II. When there is a sufficient supply of oxygen, the substance burns completely producing a blue flame. III. In the dark zone of the flame, wax vapours do not come in contact with oxygen, hence do not burn. IV. The calorific value of LPG is higher than that of kerosene.
(a) I, II and III only
(b) I, II and IV only
(c) II, III and IV only
(d) I, III and IV only

Q27: Which of the following options is TRUE?
(a) All the multicellular organisms start their lives as a single cell.
(b) Nucleolus is situated inside the nucleus.
(c) Cell membrane is responsible for providing structure to a cell.
(d) All of the above

Q28: In an automobile service centre, Ramzan is using a screwdriver to open nuts and bolts of a car. He looks at a screwdriver and wonders why handles of screwdrivers are made of plastic. State the reason behind that.
(a) Plastic is a poor conductor of electricity.
(b) Plastic is a good conductor of heat.
(c) Plastic is a good conductor of both heat and electricity.
(d) Plastic is a poor conductor of both heat and electricity. 

Q29: Which of the following options is TRUE?
(a) Weeds are the unwanted plants growing along crops.
(b) Weeds share the nutrients meant for plants.
(c) Weedicides are sprayed in the fields to kill the unwanted plants.
(d) All of the above

Q30: Select the incorrect match.
(a) Does not produce flame - Charcoal
(b) Incomplete combustion - Non-luminous zone of a candle flame
(c) Burning of LPG gas - Rapid combustion
(d) Supporter of combustion - Oxygen

Q31: What is the main aim of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation?
(a) Preservation of plants, animals, and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth
(b) Conservation, research and restoration of the environment
(c) Providing an intellectual framework and practical guidance for conservation actions
(d) Studying the political and economic impact of USAID given towards the "Environment and Natural Resources"

Q32: A brief description about four substances is given below: W: A liquid fuel that is used in jet aircrafts. X: A thick, black liquid from which naphthalene balls are obtained. Y: A cleaner fuel used for power generation. Z: A petroleum product that is used for surfacing of roads. W, X, Y and Z are respectively:
(a) Kerosene, Coke, Petrol, LPG
(b) Kerosene, Coal tar, CNG, Bitumen
(c) Petrol, Coal gas, Diesel, Coal tar
(d) Diesel, Coal tar, Coke, Lubricating oil

Q33: Which of the following statements are incorrect? I. The calorific value of methane is greater than that of petrol. II. The hottest zone of the candle flame is the outermost zone. III. Burning of phosphorus in air at room temperature is an example of rapid combustion. IV. Water cools the combustible material so that its temperature is brought above its ignition temperature.
(a) III and IV only
(b) I, III and IV only
(c) II, III and IV only
(d) I and IV only

Q34: Nylon is an important synthetic fibre that has a variety of applications.
Which of the following options about nylon is correct?
(a) Nylon is made of repeating units of a chemical called ester.
(b) Nylon is cheaper than natural wool and can be dyed in various colours, hence used as a replacement for wool.
(c) A nylon is stronger than a steel wire of the same thickness.
(d) Nylon is a good absorbent and has properties similar to cotton.

Q35: Names of several types of algae are listed in the box: Laminaria, Polysiphonia, Ulothrix, Fucus, Sargassum, Chlamydomonas, Gelidium, Spirogyra. How many of these are classified as brown algae?
(a) 3
(b) 2
(c) 4
(d) 5

Q36: Analyze the two statements given below and select the correct option.
Statement I: In the fractional distillation of petroleum, kerosene is collected in a lower part of the fractional column as compared to petrol.
Statement II: Petrol and kerosene have different boiling points.
(a) Both the statements I and II are correct and the statement II is the correct reason for I.
(b) Both the statements I and II are correct but the statement II is not the correct reason for I.
(c) Statement I is correct but statement II is incorrect.
(d) Both the statements I and II are incorrect.

Q37: Which of the following represents an ex-situ approach to conserving biodiversity?
(a) Zoological park
(b) Wildlife sanctuary
(c) National park
(d) Biosphere reserve

Q38: What is the approximate percentage of carbon dioxide found in exhaled air?
(a) 21%
(b) 0.04%
(c) 4.4%
(d) 16.4% 

Q39: What is the reason for phases of the moon to occur?
(a) We can see only that part of the moon which refracts light towards us.
(b) Some part of the moon hides behind the dust in the atmosphere.
(c) Our distance from the moon keeps changing.
(d) We can see only that part of the moon which reflects light towards us.

Q40: Which of the following represents an incorrect pairing?
(a) Pituitary - ACTH
(b) Testes - Testosterone
(c) Pancreas - Calcitonin
(d) Pineal gland - Melatonin

Q41: Which one out of the following is an insulator?
(a) Hydrochloric acid
(b) Golf ball
(c) Sodium hydroxide
(d) Gold

Q42: Select the statement that is incorrect.
(a) In the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, the Chipko Movement, a tree-hugging initiative, was launched to protect trees from being felled.
(b) Silviculture involves managing the establishment, health, and quality of forests.
(c) Poaching poses a significant danger to wildlife.
(d) An arboretum is a facility that preserves collections of living trees for educational and research purposes.

Q43: Which of the following statements are true?
1. The property of metal by which it can be drawn into wires is called ductility.
2. Since metals produce ringing sounds, they are said to be sonorous.
3. When a copper vessel is exposed to moist air for long, it acquires a dull yellow coating.
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 2
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q44: Refer to the following list of hormones: 
(i) Progesterone 
(ii) Relaxin 
(iii) Estrogen 
(iv) Inhibin. 
Which of these hormones is/are produced by the ovaries?
(a) (i) only
(b) (i) and (iii) only
(c) (i), (ii) and (iv) only
(d) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) 

Q45: Select the incorrect pairing of seed and its dispersal agent.
(a) Coconut - Water
(b) Urena - Animal
(c) Madar - Wind
(d) Hiptage - Insect 

Achievers Section

Q46: Following investigation was carried out using flower buds growing on three plants of the same species.
Plant X: The anthers were carefully removed, and the buds left open to the air.
Plant Y: The anthers were left untouched, and a paper bag was tied tightly around each bud.
Plant Z: The anthers were carefully removed and a paper bag was tied tightly around each bud.
Although all flowers later boomed normally, only those on plant X, produced seeds. 
This result showed that in this species _______ can take place. 
(a) Only insect pollination 
(b) Only cross pollination
(c) Only wind pollination 
(d) Both self and cross pollination

Q47: Select the correct explanation for the labels A, B, C and D.
Achievers Section(a) A represents the fertilised zygote. 
(b) B represents the stage of Morula formation. 
(c) C represents the blastocyst. 
(d) D represents the blastocyst implantation.

Q48: The given graph illustrates the motion of an object. Which feature of the graph represents the distance travelled by the object moving at the constant speed?

Achievers Section(a) Area S 
(b) Area S + Area T 
(c) Area T 
(d) The gradient at point X

Q49: Measurement is the cornerstone of : 
(a) Trade 
(b) Science and Technology 
(c) Quantitative Research 
(d) All of the above

Q50: Choose the correct statement. 
(a) An object will continue moving uniformly until the resultant force on it is zero. 
(b) The bodies do not change their state of rest or motion unless acted upon by an unbalanced external force. 
(c) If a body is at rest on the surface of the Earth then the net downward force exerted by the Earth and net upward force exerted on the body are not equal to each other. 
(d) Both (a) and (b)

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