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MCQ Practice Test & Solutions: Transport and Communication (HOTs) (5 Questions)

You can prepare effectively for Class 4 Social Science Olympiad Class 4 with this dedicated MCQ Practice Test (available with solutions) on the important topic of "Transport and Communication (HOTs)". These 5 questions have been designed by the experts with the latest curriculum of Class 4 2026, to help you master the concept.

Test Highlights:

  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 10 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 5

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Transport and Communication (HOTs) - Question 1

Refer to the given classification chart and select the option that correctly identifies X, Y and Z.

Detailed Solution: Question 1

• Buses offer flexible routing on existing roads → X = Flexibility
• Ships carry heavy or bulk goods at the lowest cost per tonne → Y = Cheapest
• Aeroplanes cover long distances in the shortest time → Z = Fastest

Transport and Communication (HOTs) - Question 2

Read the given statements and select the option that identifies the correct one(s).
(i) National highways are maintained by the central government.
(ii) Rajdhani and Shatabdi Express trains can reach speeds of up to 130 km/h.
(iii) Deendayal Port is in Odisha and Paradip Port is in Gujarat.
(iv) Metro trains in cities like Mumbai run on elevated or underground tracks.

Detailed Solution: Question 2

• (i) True — National highways are centrally maintained.
• (ii) True — These premium trains run at about 120–130 km/h.
• (iii) False — Deendayal Port is in Gujarat; Paradip Port is in Odisha.
• (iv) True — Metro systems run on dedicated elevated or underground tracks.

Transport and Communication (HOTs) - Question 3

Refer to the given classification chart and select the option that correctly identifies X, Y and Z.

Detailed Solution: Question 3

• A Speed Post letter takes longer (hours to days) → X = Slow
• A fax transmits a document over a phone line in seconds → Y = Instant
• An email sends text or documents over the Internet almost immediately → Z = Fast

Transport and Communication (HOTs) - Question 4

Refer to the given classification chart and select the option that correctly identifies X, Y and Z.

Detailed Solution: Question 4

• Metalled roads are paved with tar, stone or cement → X = Made of tar and cement
• Unmetalled roads are simple earth tracks → Y = Made of earth
• State highways link towns and cities within a state to the national highway network → Z = Connects towns within a state

Transport and Communication (HOTs) - Question 5

Which mode of transport is most suitable for carrying perishable goods (such as fresh fruits and vegetables) over long distances rapidly?

Detailed Solution: Question 5

Airways provide the fastest transit, minimizing spoilage of perishable items during transport over long distances.

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