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ICSE Class 8 Geography

ICSE Class 8 Geography

Comprehensive mock test on Physical Geography, Climate, and Natural Resources. Features map-based questions and regional studies.

2025-07-19
Pavan Pavan
ICSE Geography Class 8 Grade 8

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What do contours on a topographical sheet represent?

A
Population density
B
Height and shape of the land
C
Temperature variations
D
Agricultural land use

What is the primary purpose of interpreting contours on a topographical sheet?

A
To find the location of rivers and lakes
B
To determine the height and shape of the terrain
C
To identify settlements
D
To calculate the distance between two points

What does a closely spaced contour line on a topographical sheet indicate?

A
A gentle slope
B
A steep slope
C
A flat surface
D
A water body

What is indicated by contour lines that are widely spaced apart on a topographical sheet?

A
A steep slope
B
A flat surface
C
A gentle slope
D
A valley

What type of landform is typically represented by contour lines forming a 'V' shape pointing upwards?

A
Ridge
B
Valley
C
Hill
D
Plateau

Which landform is characterized by contour lines forming an 'M' shape on a topographical sheet?

A
Ridge
B
Pass
C
Hill
D
Saddle

What is the term used to describe a landform that has a narrow depression between two ridges?

A
Col
B
Saddle
C
Ridge
D
Pass

What landform is formed when two ridges are connected by a low area between them?

A
Ridge
B
Saddle
C
Hill
D
Valley

Which type of slope is characterized by contour lines that are very close together?

A
Steep slope
B
Gentle slope
C
Flat terrain
D
Hilly terrain

What is meant by a 'nucleated' settlement pattern?

A
A settlement spread out in scattered groups
B
A settlement concentrated in a specific area
C
A settlement formed along a transport route
D
A settlement without any organized pattern

What is a 'dispersed' settlement pattern?

A
A settlement spread over a wide area
B
A settlement focused around a central point
C
A settlement located along the coast
D
A settlement located near rivers

What is a 'linear' settlement pattern?

A
A settlement arranged in a line, often along roads, rivers, or valleys
B
A settlement spread out in random clusters
C
A settlement with no clear shape
D
A settlement in circular clusters

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting settlement patterns?

A
Climate
B
Topography
C
Availability of food
D
Number of vehicles

In a topographical sheet, which feature is used to represent hills?

A
Contours with closely spaced lines forming a circular shape
B
Contours with widely spaced lines
C
Straight lines parallel to each other
D
Dashed lines representing rivers

How do you identify a pass on a topographical sheet?

A
A narrow gap between two ridges
B
A sharp rise in elevation
C
A steep drop in elevation
D
A flat area between two mountains

Which feature is depicted by contour lines forming a concentric circle?

A
A hill
B
A valley
C
A plateau
D
A river

What is a common feature of a ridge on a topographical sheet?

A
Contour lines that are parallel and spaced far apart
B
Contours forming a V-shape
C
Contours forming an M-shape
D
Contours forming a series of concentric circles

What is typically used to represent rivers on a topographical sheet?

A
Dashed lines
B
Blue solid lines
C
Straight solid lines
D
Wavy lines

Which feature is shown by contour lines forming a circular pattern with decreasing heights towards the center?

A
A hill
B
A valley
C
A mountain range
D
A river

How can you identify a plateau on a topographical sheet?

A
Contour lines that are evenly spaced and form a flat surface
B
Contour lines forming a sharp 'V' shape
C
Concentric circles with the highest point in the center
D
Steep contour lines

What type of settlement is most likely to be found along transport routes?

A
Linear settlement
B
Nucleated settlement
C
Dispersed settlement
D
None of the above

Which of the following is a factor that affects settlement patterns?

A
Climate
B
Topography
C
Availability of resources
D
All of the above

What is the most likely reason for a dispersed settlement pattern?

A
Availability of large flat areas
B
Close proximity to roads
C
Availability of fertile land
D
Strategic location for defense

What type of settlement pattern is most commonly found in rural areas?

A
Dispersed settlement
B
Nucleated settlement
C
Linear settlement
D
Radial settlement

What type of settlement is commonly found in urban areas?

A
Nucleated settlement
B
Linear settlement
C
Dispersed settlement
D
Clustered settlement

What is the effect of altitude on settlement patterns?

A
Settlements are often sparse at higher altitudes.
B
Settlements are dense at higher altitudes.
C
Settlements are more concentrated at lower altitudes.
D
Altitude does not affect settlement patterns.

Which of the following factors leads to nucleated settlement patterns?

A
Proximity to water bodies
B
Fertile land
C
Availability of transport routes
D
All of the above

Which of the following represents a factor that affects linear settlement patterns?

A
Availability of transportation routes
B
Presence of large water bodies
C
Close proximity to fertile land
D
High population density

What is the most likely feature of a settlement located in a valley?

A
Dispersed settlement
B
Linear settlement
C
Nucleated settlement
D
Radial settlement

What feature is most likely represented by contour lines forming concentric circles on a topographical sheet?

A
A hill
B
A valley
C
A river
D
A mountain range