CBSE Class 10 Social Science Board Paper 2021-22 (Set 4)

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This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Board Paper for the 2021-22 Term 1 examination, Set 4. The paper is designed to be completed in 90 minutes and carries a maximum of 40 marks. It contains 60 questions, out of which students are required to attempt 50. The paper is divided into four sections: Section A (24 questions, attempt 20), Section B (22 questions, attempt 18), Section C (12 case-based questions, attempt 10), and Section D (2 map-based questions, attempt both). Only the first 20 questions in Section A, 18 in Section B, and 10 in Section C that are attempted will be evaluated. All questions are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with equal marks and no negative marking. Solving this previous year's question paper is an excellent way for students to understand the exam pattern, practice time management, and identify areas for improvement to score well in their board exams.

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BoardCBSE
Class10
SubjectSocial Science
Session2021-22
LanguageEnglish
TypePrevious Year Question Paper
Exam typeBoard Exam

Paper pattern

The paper has 60 questions, with 50 to be attempted, divided into four sections (A, B, C, D). It has a time limit of 90 minutes and a maximum of 40 marks.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Industrialisation in Europe
  • Post-Napoleonic Governments
  • Defeat of Napoleon
  • Liberalist-Nationalist Upheavals
  • Unification of Germany
  • Unification of Italy
  • Land Degradation
  • Soil Types
  • Soil Erosion

Important topics

  • Industrialisation
  • Nationalism
  • Unification Movements
  • Land Resources
  • Soil Characteristics

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Question paper text

CBSE Board Class X Social Science Term 1 Board Paper 2021 - 2022 (Set 4)

Time: 90 Minutes

Max. Marks: 40

General Instructions:

  1. The question paper contains 60 questions out of which 50 questions are to be attempted. All questions carry equal marks.
  2. This questions paper consists of four sections – Section A, B, C and D.
  3. Section A Contains 24 questions. Attempt any 20 questions.
  4. Section B Contains 22 questions. Attempt any 18 questions.
  5. Section C Contains 12 questions (Case Based Study questions). Attempt any 10 questions.
  6. Section D contains 2 Map based questions. Attempt both the questions.
  7. The first 20 questions in section A, 18 question in section B and 10 questions in section C attempted by a candidate will be evaluated.
  8. There is only one correct option for every multiple choice question (MCQ. Marks will never be awarded for answering more than one option.
  9. There is no negative marking.

SECTION A

(Attempt any 20 out of 24 questions)

1. Industrialisation began in which one of the following European countries in the second half of the eighteenth century?

  1. Germany В. France
  2. Italy
  3. England

2. Which type of governments were mainly driven in Europe after the defeat of Napoleon in 1815?

  1. Conservative
  2. Liberal
  3. Federal
  4. Feudal

3. Which one of the following group of countries collectively defeated Napoleon in 1815?

  1. Britain, Russia, Prussia and Austria В. Britain, Russian, Prussia and Australia
  1. Britain, Russia, Netherlands and Germany
  2. Britain, Luxembourg, Germany and Italy

4. In which one of the following countries did the first liberalist-nationalist upheaveal take place in July 1830?

  1. France В. Germany
  2. England
  3. Italy

5. Who among the following remarked "When France sneezes, the rest of Europe catches cold"?

  1. Lord Byron В. Metternich
  2. Johann Herder
  3. Napoleon

6. Who among the following was the architect for the unification of Germany? Α. Otto Von Bismarck В. William I

  1. Frederick III
  2. William II

7. Who among the following had sought to put together a coherent programme for it unitary Italian Republic during 1830s?

  1. Victor Emmanuel l В. Victor Emmanuel II
  2. Giuseppe Mazzini
  3. Count Cavour

8. In which one of the following states is overgrazing the main reason for land degradation?

  1. Maharashtra
  2. Punjab
  3. Haryana
  4. Uttar Pradesh

9. Identify the soil which ranges from rod to brown in colour and saline in nature:

  1. Red soil
  2. Laterite soil
  3. Arid soil
  4. Alluvial soil

10. Which one of the following forces leads to maximum soil erosion in plains?

  1. Wind
  2. Glacier
  3. Running water
  4. Earthquake

Frequently asked questions

What is this document?

This is a CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Board Question Paper for the 2021-22 Term 1 examination, Set 4.

What is the duration and marking scheme?

The paper is for 90 minutes and has a maximum of 40 marks. All questions carry equal marks, and there is no negative marking.

How many questions need to be attempted?

Out of 60 questions, students need to attempt 50. Specific numbers of questions to attempt are given for each section (A, B, and C).

How can solving this paper help students?

Solving this previous year question paper helps students understand the board exam pattern, practice time management, and improve their scores.

What types of questions are included?

The paper consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) across four sections, including case-based study questions and map-based questions.

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