QUESTION PAPER
Section A – Multiple Choice Questions
Choose the correct answer for each question.
Questions 1–4
1) When does an element of Nature become a ‘resource’?
[A] When it is discovered by scientists.
[B] When humans use it for sustenance or create new things from it.
[C] When it is given a scientific name and categorised.
[D] When it is located deep under the ocean.
2) Which ancient Indian botanical science focuses on the study and care of plants and trees?
[A] Lokasangaraha
[B] Arghyam
[C] Vrikshayurveda
[D] Wootz Steel (option partly cut off in the original photo)
3) What is an example of a non-renewable resource?
[A] Solar energy
[B] Timber from forests
[C] Coal and petroleum
[D] Energy from flowing water
4) What problem associated with the cement industry is highlighted?
[A] It uses too many renewable resources.
[B] It is one of the most polluting industries, releasing fine dust.
[C] It is not economically feasible for modern construction.
[D] It creates products that are not culturally acceptable.
Clean typed version of the supplied photos Page 1
Section A – Multiple Choice Questions
Choose the correct answer for each question.
Questions 1–4
1) When does an element of Nature become a ‘resource’?
[A] When it is discovered by scientists.
[B] When humans use it for sustenance or create new things from it.
[C] When it is given a scientific name and categorised.
[D] When it is located deep under the ocean.
2) Which ancient Indian botanical science focuses on the study and care of plants and trees?
[A] Lokasangaraha
[B] Arghyam
[C] Vrikshayurveda
[D] Wootz Steel (option partly cut off in the original photo)
3) What is an example of a non-renewable resource?
[A] Solar energy
[B] Timber from forests
[C] Coal and petroleum
[D] Energy from flowing water
4) What problem associated with the cement industry is highlighted?
[A] It uses too many renewable resources.
[B] It is one of the most polluting industries, releasing fine dust.
[C] It is not economically feasible for modern construction.
[D] It creates products that are not culturally acceptable.
Clean typed version of the supplied photos Page 1
