SST Worksheet – Grade 7 PT1

🗺️ Chapter 1 — Geographical Diversity in India 14 Marks

3 × 1M = 3 marks | 1 × 2M = 2 marks | 1 × 3M = 3 marks | 1 × 4M = 4 marks | 2 × 1M = 2 marks

1Which is the highest mountain peak in India? 1M

(a) Mount Everest (b) K2 (c) Kangchenjunga (d) Nanda Devi

2The Deccan Plateau is bounded by which two mountain ranges? 1M

3State True or False: The Indo-Gangetic Plain is one of the most fertile plains in the world. 1M

4Name the two island groups that are part of India. 1M

5Name the states that share a border with the Thar Desert. 1M

6Explain the significance of the Himalayan mountain range for India. Give two points. 2M

7Describe the Northern Plains of India. Why are they important for agriculture? 3M

8Explain the geographical diversity of India by describing any four major physical divisions. 4M

🌦️ Chapter 2 — Understanding the Weather 13 Marks

3 × 1M = 3 marks | 1 × 2M = 2 marks | 1 × 3M = 3 marks | 1 × 5M = 5 marks

1What instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure? 1M

(a) Thermometer (b) Barometer (c) Hygrometer (d) Anemometer

2What is the difference between weather and climate? 1M

3State True or False: Humidity refers to the amount of water vapour present in the air. 1M

4Name the instrument used to measure wind speed and wind direction. 2M

5Explain how clouds are formed. 3M

6Describe the elements of weather. Explain how each element affects our daily life. 5M

🌡️ Chapter 3 — Climates of India 13 Marks

3 × 1M = 3 marks | 2 × 2M = 4 marks | 1 × 3M = 3 marks | 3 × 1M = 3 marks

1Which type of climate does most of India experience? 1M

(a) Tropical Monsoon Climate (b) Mediterranean Climate (c) Polar Climate (d) Desert Climate

2Name the four seasons of India. 1M

3Which region of India receives the highest rainfall? 1M

4What is the monsoon? When does it arrive in India? 2M

5Explain why Rajasthan has a desert climate while Kerala has a tropical climate. 2M

6Describe the climate of India during the summer season. How does it affect the lives of people? 3M

7Match the following: 3M

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