CBSE Class 7 Science Chapter 6 Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change Worksheet - Free Download

A. Multiple Choice Questions:

Q1: What is the main reason for the development of pimples during adolescence?

a) Lack of sleep
b) Increase in oily secretions from the skin
c) Excessive washing of the face
d) Change in diet

Q2: The natural signs that mark the onset of puberty and show the body is preparing for adulthood are called:

a) Puberty
b) Maturity
c) Secondary sexual characteristics
d) Adolescence

Q3: At what age does adolescence typically begin?

a) 5–6 years
b) 10–12 years
c) 13–14 years
d) 19–20 years

Q4: What does the onset of the menstrual cycle in girls indicate?

a) Beginning of adolescence
b) The start of puberty
c) Both a and b
d) End of childhood

Q5: Which of the following is a secondary sexual characteristic in boys?

a) Development of breasts
b) Voice deepening
c) Menstruation
d) None of the above

B. Fill in the Blanks:

Q6: The stage of life when the body undergoes changes to prepare for adulthood is called __________.

Q7: The growth of facial hair in boys is one of the __________ sexual characteristics that occur during adolescence.

Q8: The natural process in adolescent girls that involves the release of blood is called __________.

Q9: During adolescence, boys and girls experience growth in __________ in the pubic region and underarms.

Q10: __________ refers to the time period when the body undergoes internal and external changes to reach reproductive capability.

C. True/False Questions:

Q11: Adolescence is marked only by physical changes in the body.

Q12: The onset of menstruation is an important internal change in adolescent girls.

Q13: Acne is a common skin condition that may develop due to increased oily secretions during adolescence.

Q14: Boys and girls develop the same type of secondary sexual characteristics during adolescence.

Q15: The menstrual cycle is an indicator of a girl's reproductive health.

D. Very Short Answer Questions:

Q16: What are secondary sexual characteristics?

Q17: What is menstruation?

Q18: Why do boys experience voice changes during adolescence?

Q19: How does physical activity help adolescents?

Q20: What is the role of hormones during adolescence?

E. Long Answer Questions:

Q21: Explain the physical and emotional changes that occur during adolescence.

Q22: How can adolescents manage emotional changes effectively?

Q23: What are the key nutritional needs of adolescents, and why are they important?

Q24: What is the significance of the menstrual cycle in adolescent girls?

Q25: Discuss the impact of substance abuse during adolescence and the importance of saying ‘NO’ to harmful substances.

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