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Regular practice of Class 6 English Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 3 helps students overcome exam fear and perform better.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard English Model Question Paper Set 3

Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Max. Score: 30

Instructions:

1. 15 minutes is given as cool off time.
2. This time is to be used for reading the question paper.
3. You are not supposed to write anything during the cool off time.
4. Attempt the questions according to the instructions.

Question 1.
Comprehension – Read the passage below and answer the following questions.
Jawaharlal Nehru was a great leader and the first Prime Minister of independent India. Born in 1889, he became one of Mahatma Gandhi’s closest partners in the long fight for India’s freedom from British rule. Because he was so dedicated to the independence movement. Nehru bravely spent many years in jail.

When India finally gained independence in 1947, Nehru became the Prime Minister. He took on the huge job of building a new, modem, and strong country. He strongly believed in democracy, science, and making sure all children got a good education.

Nehru had a special, deep love for children, who affectionately called him “Chacha Nehru”. Because of this love, his birthday, November 14th, is celebrated across India every year as Children’s Day. He guided India for 17 years and is remembered as the person who laid the foundation for the modem Indian nation.

a) Nehru was born in the
A. 21st century
B. 20th century
C. 19th century
D. 18th century
Answer:
a) C. 19th century

b) Find out the word from the passage that means ‘basis’.
Answer:
foundation

c) Why is he called “Chacha Nehru”?
Answer:
He is called “Chacha Nehru” because he loved children deeply.

d) As the Prime Minister of India what did Nehru do?
i) He made India a really democratic country.
ii) Nehru made people have strong religious feelings.
iii) Nehru deeply loved children.
iv) He made a lot of money for himself.

Which of the options given below is correct?
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (iii) and (iv)
C. (i) and (iii)
D. (ii) and (iii)
Answer:
C. (i) and (iii)

e) How will Nehru be remembered?
Answer:
He will be remembered as the person who laid the foundation for the modem Indian nation.

Question 2.
Email
You read about Moyna in the story “THE WHY – WHY GIRL” by Mahasweta Devi. You were impressed by the character of Moyna. Write an email to your friend Kumkum telling her why you liked the character of Moyna. You may use the following hints. (5)

(Hints: lively and intensely curious – works as domestic helper – curiosity and thirst for knowledge – brave and determined – teaches the importance of curiosity and one’s potential – model for emulation)

From:……………..
To :………………..
Subject: ……………..
Dear Kumkum,
Answer:
From: lilly@gmail.com
To: kumkum@gmail.com
Subject: Moyna, the Character in “The Why-Why Girl”
Dear Kumkum,
I am writing this email to tell you about Moyna the lively and intensely curious young protagonist of Mahasweta Devi’s story “The Why-Why Girl.” Moyna is a small Adivasi girl whose circumstances are quite challenging: she has to work as a servant for a middle-class family and can’t attend school regularly.

Despite her difficult life, Moyna possesses an extraordinary thirst for knowledge. Her most defining characteristic is her habit of constantly asking “Why?” This is not just playful questioning; it shows her deep intelligence and her intense desire to understand the world around her, from the functioning of a clock to the reasons behind social inequalities. She is persistent and refuses to be satisfied with simple or dismissive answers.

Moyna is also a brave and determined girl. She doesn’t let her poverty or her lack of formal education limit her curiosity. Her endless questions represent her hope and her active effort to break the cycle of poverty through learning. She ultimately teaches the older woman she works for the importance of continuous curiosity and the potential that lies within every eager mind. I felt Moyna is a good model for small girls to emulate.

See you during the long vacation.
Yours lovingly, (Lilly)

Question 3.
Chat – Attempt any one of the two activities given below. (5)
(A) In “Mouestronaut” by Mark Kelly, we see that the shuttle commander takes six mice for the flight. One of the mice named Meteor is very tiny. During the flight, one of the astronauts notices that the key to the control panel is stuck between the monitors. When he tries to get it out, its gets wedged farther down. It is Meteor that pujls out the key and saves the mission. The Commander chats with his wife about this incident. Write the chat.

Answer:
Commander : Darling, today we had a narrow escape from a big disaster, danger.
Wife : Big disaster? Wfiat was it?
Commander : During the flight one astronaut noticed the key to the control panel was stuck between the monitors.
Wife : The key to the control panel stuck between the monitors? Then?
Commander : WTien he tried to get it out, it got wedged farther down.
Wife : My Goodness! Then what happened?
Commander : Meteor, the small mouse we had taken on the flight, squeezed itself into the crack and pulled out the key.
Wife : Thank God! Meteor saved the mission, isn’t it?
Commander : Yes, it did. When we land we plan to organise a function and declare Meteor as a hero. He will be given a brand-new uniform and an official title – Mousetronaut.
Wife : That is a good decision. Yes, Meteor deserves it.

(B) In “The Story of Dalda 13” we read about Homai Vyarawalla, a legend in Indian Photojournalism. You get a chance to chat with her. What would that chat be?

Answer:
I : Hello, Ms. Vyarawalla! Thank you for letting me chat with you.

Homai: Homai Vyarawalla: Namaste! It’s lovely to meet you. Please, call me Homai.

I : That’s kind of you! I read you were India’s first female photojoumalist.What was it like being the only woman doing that job for so long?

Homai : Oh, it was very different! When I started in the 1940s, people were often
surprised to see a woman with a big camera. It meant I had to work extra hard to be taken seriously. But I had a simple rule: “Get there early, and take the best pictures.”

I : Your pictures of Indian Independence must be the most famous. What moment stands out the most important in your memory?

Homai : That’s right. The most important moment was on August 15. 1947. when India became independent. I was there when the national flag was hoisted for the first time at the Red Fort. It was a powerful, emotional moment for everyone. Capturing the faces of our leaders, like Jawaharlal Nehru and Mahatma Gandhi, was a big honour.

I : You took so many photos of important people! Which one of them was the most interesting subject for your camera?

Homai : That would have to be Nehru, our first Prime Minister. He had a great presence and was always so natural in front of the camera—very dynamic! He never seemed to mind being photographed.

I : Thank you so much, Homai! Your life is really inspiring. It teaches us that girls can do any job they set their minds to!

Question 4.
Live Report – Attempt any one of the two activities given below. (5)
(A). In “Six Dots” by Jen Bryant, we see how the blind boy was trained to read and write dot patterns by Dr. Pigmier, the Headmaster of the Royal School for the Blind in Paris. Prepare a report, using the following hints.

(Hints: Louis completely blind by 5 – When 10, he goes to the Royal School for the Blind, Paris – learns to read with 12 dots – thinks of making his own version – works hard for years – 6 dots – the blind can now read and write like normal people using the Braille system.)

Answer:
Louis Braille, the blind boy in the story, lost his eyesight after an accident when he was very young. By the time he was 5, he became completely blind. When he was 10, he attended the Royal School for the Blind in Paris. At that time blind students had to read using large, raised letters that were very hard to feel and took a long time to read. It was almost impossible for them to write!

The Headmaster, Dr. Pigmier, told the blind students that a French army captain had invented a code to send secret messages during war. This code is read by touch. He gave them a message written with patterns of dots. He explained to them how to read it. The message contained 12 dots.

Louis spent years working on his own version, making it simpler and faster. He finally created a system that used only six dots in different patterns. This allowed blind people to easily read and, for the first time, write down their own thoughts using a simple tool. It was a revolutionary invention that changed the lives of millions. Louis Braille’s system is used all over the world today.

OR
(B). You studied the poem “The Heart of a Woman” by Georgia Douglas Johnson. Make a report about the ideas in the poem and your thoughts about it. You may use the following hints.
(Hints: The heart like a bird – roams – ups and downs of life – sacrifices for family – at night the heart enters an alien cage – forgets dreams – societal restrictions.)

Answer:
The heart of a woman goes forth with the dawn, as a free bird flying alone softly and restlessly. Just like the bird roams far away over the hills and valleys, the woman’s heart passes through the ups and downs of life. She has her joys and sorrows. She works hard for the welfare and happiness of her husband, children, and others in the home. She is busy as a bee to ensure that all the people at home are comfortable.

At night the heart of a woman comes back and enters some alien cage. It tries to forget its dreams of the stars as it breaks on the sheltering bars. The sheltering bars are the societal restrictions on a woman. Society tells women what they should do and what they should not do. This is more so in patriarchal societies like India where women face a lot of restrictions. It is high time we gave women equality with men in all spheres of life so that they can live the kind of life they want.

Question 5.
Editing – Edit the passage below. (5)
It was the last period in the afternoon. Sona Teacher beamed at her students. The childrens knew that some good news were coming. She told them they would be going for a study tour the following month. She wanted to know where they wants to go. Asha said they should go to Lakshadweep. When asked why she prefered Lakshadweep, Asha said her uncle worked there. He was a teacher. He said it was a beutiful place. Sona Teacher said it was a good idea.
Answer:
It was the last period in the afternoon. Sona Teacher beamed at her students. The children knew that some good news was coming. She told them they would be going for a study tour the following month. She wanted to know where they wanted to go. Asha said they should go to Lakshadweep. When asked why she preferred Lakshadweep. Asha said her uncle worked there. He was a teacher. He said it was a beautiful place. Sona Teacher said it was a good idea.

Question 6.
Picture Story – Look at the pictures given below. Using the hints develop the story. (5)

(Hints: lion sleeping – rat climbs over him – lion angry – wants to kill the rat – rat cries and apologizes – freed – lion caught in net – rat sees lion in trouble – cuts net – saves lion – lion grateful – No creature is too small to help
Answer:

“Even the Smallest Can Save the Strongest”

Once upon a time a lion was sleeping under a tree. Thinking that it was a dead lion, a rat jumped on it. The lion got up and caught the rat and he was going to kill it. The rat then begged the lion not to kill it as it made a mistake by jumping on it. It promised to’repay the help someday. The lion laughed as he did not know how a small creature like a rat could help him. Somehow the lion let the rat go away with a strong warning not to repeat such mistakes again.

After a few days the lion was caught in a net laid by a hunter. He was sure he would be killed by the hunter. At this time the rat that he had let free earlier saw the lion in the net. The rat came and cut the net with its sharp teeth and released the lion. The lion was thankful to the rat for saving his life. The story teaches that no creature is too small to help.

Regular practice of Class 6 English Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 2 helps students overcome exam fear and perform better.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard English Model Question Paper Set 2

Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Max. Score: 30

Instructions:

1. 15 minutes is given as cool off time.
2. This time is to be used for reading the question paper.
3. You are not supposed to write anything during the cool off time.
4. Attempt the questions according to the instructions.

Question 1.
Comprehension – Read the passage below and answer the following questions.
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, reverently known as “Mahatma”, was I the greatest leader of India’s independence movement. Born in 1869 in Porbandar, India, he first developed his philosophy of peaceful I resistance, or Satyagraha, while working as a lawyer in South Africa, fighting for the rights of the Indian community.

Returning to India in 1915. he mobilized the masses through nonviolent civil disobedience campaigns, including the important Salt March (Dandi March) of 1930. Gandhi championed self-reliance (Swadeshi), promoted the rights of the poor and the “untouchables”

(Harijans), and fostered unity among diverse religious groups. His commitment to non-violence and simple living continues to inspire civil rights movements worldwide. He was assassinated in 1948, shortly after India achieved independence. He is the Father of our Nation.

a) Which of the statements below are true?
A) Gandhi was committed to non-violence.
B) Gandhi studied in South Africa.
C) Gandhi was killed before India’s independence.
D) Gandhi lived a very simple life.

i) A and B
ii) B and C
iii) C and D
iv) A and D
Answer:
iv) A and D

b) Find out the word from the passage which means ‘got’.
Answer:
achieved

c) What are the three main things he did for India, as per the passage?
Answer:
He championed self-reliance, promoted the rights of the poor and the “untouchables”, and fostered unity among diverse religious groups.

d) When did Gandhi develop his philosophy of ‘satyagraha’?
Answer:
Gandhi developed his philosophy of ‘satyagraha’ while working as a lawyer in South Africa, fighting for the rights of the Indian community.

e) Read the statements given below:
(i) “The Salt March” was one of Gandhi’s non-violent civil disobedience campaigns.
(ii) Gandhi promoted the rights of the “untouchables”.
Which of the options given below is correct?
A. Both (i) and two are incorrect.
B. Both (i) and (ii) are correct.
C. Statement (i) is correct and (ii) is incorrect.
D. Statement (i) is incorrect and (ii) is correct.
Answer:
B. Both (i) and (ii) are correct.

Question 2.
Email
Sona Teacher takes Asha and her classmates to Lakshadweep for a tour. Asha is very happy as she enjoyed many things there especially the scuba diving. After returning home, Asha writes an e-mail to Sudha, one of her friends, explaining why she likes Lakshadweep and why people visit the place. Write the e-mail.

From:
To:
Subject: Visit to Lakshadweep
Dear Sudha,
Answer:
From: asha@gmail.com
To: sudha@gmail.com
Subject: My tour to Lakshadweep
Dear Sudha,

I am writing this letter to tell you about my recent tour to Lakshadweep. This tour was organised for Class VI students of this school. The leader of the tour was Sona Teacher. Most of the students in my class were with me during the tour and we all enjoyed it very much. Lakshadsweep literarally means one lakh islands. But actually there are only 36 islands. Only ten of them are inhabited. The islanders call Kerala “Kara”! They say like that because they are islanders and they think they live in water! The islanders here speak ‘Jeseri’ which is very similar to Malayalam.

There are many tourist spots there. The sea around them is pleasing blue in colour. There is always a pleasant breeze blowing. We saw many fishermen catching fish with their nets. It was an interesting sight. The islands are full of coconut palms. Some islahds have facilities for scuba diving.” Do you know what scuba diving is? SCUBA stands for Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. You can wear the apparatus. It contains oxygen for breathing under water. You can dive under water. You can see the sights under w’ater for some time. It was a wonderful experience for me.

I shall be glad to hear from you.
Yours lovingly,
Asha.

Question 3.
Chat – Attempt any one of the two activities given below: (5)
(A) In “Six Dots” – by Jen Bryant, we saw the 5-year old narrator losing his eyesight because of the infection caused by the wound when he was playing with the awl of his father. He is very sad. but is Papa. Mama and brother help him to cope with the situation. He later flip got admitted to the Royal School for the Blind in Paris. He has a chat with his Papa before he goes to join the school. Using the hints below, write the chat.

(Hints: Papa makes wooden cane, Mama plays dominoes, brother teaches whistling – gets admission to Royal school for the Blind, Paris – Papa and Mama sad – but why he has to go).
Answer:
Narrator: Papa, I love you and Mama, but I have to go to Paris to study.

Papa : Son, your Mama and I will be sad if you are not here with us. You know how much we love you.

Narrator: I know that Papa. You made me the wooden cane to walk with. You also made letters of the alphabet for me with leather strips or by pounding round-topped nails into boards.

Papa : I did whatever I could to help you.

Narrator: Of course, you did Papa. Mama too helped me as much as she could. She played dominoes with me, counting the dots with my fingertips. Brother also helped me and he taught me to whistle.

Papa : We all were trying to make things easy for you, Son.

Narrator: I know that Papa. But I have to join the Blind School to learn more things. I am now 10 years old. I should know more about the world.

Papa : We appreciate your desire to learn, Son. But we are worried how you will manage without our support.

Narrator: I will manage Papa. I am strong. In the school there are so many people like me. They are doing well. I too will be fine there.

Papa : Okay Son. We can’t stop you from going as learning there will definitely make you a more competent person. We will pray for you. And we wish you all the best.

Narrator: Thank you. Papa. Thank you very much.

OR
(B) In “The Boat” by K. Satchidanandan we see three people – a sick mother, her pregnant daughter and her son in a house destroyed by floods. A rescue boat has space only for one person. Each of these three people refuses to enter the rescue boat and escape leaving the other two behind. They chat among themselves as to who should go with the rescue boat. Write their chat using the hints below:

(Hints: Mother: I had long life; Son and Daughter: we are stronger; mother: the daughter should go –
daughter says her husband is dead, bringing up the baby difficult; mother asks son to go away as she wants to die with the daughter – son refuses and asks the boatman to go away)
Answer:
Mother : Listen, my children, I am old and weak, and I’ve had a long life. You two need to be safe. One of you should take the boat.

Son : What are you talking mother? Leave you and go away? No way. You are the one who gave us life. We are younger and stronger than you. We will try to survive somehow. So, you are the one who should take the rescue boat.

Daughter: Yes, mother. Brother is right. You should take the boat.

Mother : Daughter, what are you sassing? You are the one who should take the boat. You have a baby in your womb. If you die, the baby too will die. That means two losses.

Daughter: I don’t mind dying. My husband is already dead. What will I do with a small baby when it is bom with nobody to support us? Let me die, mother. You go.

Mother : Daughter, let me also die with you. Son, you are still young and you have a future before you. So, son, you take the boat and escape.

Son : I will never leave you to die like this and go away to safety. If none of you is going I am also not going. I will not be able to live the rest of my life in peace if you both perish in this flood. So I won’t take the boat. Let’s die together. We lived together and if we are destined to die, let us die together. (To the boatman) Since there is no space for all of us, you may go away. None of us is coming!

Question 4.
Live Report – Attempt any one of the two activities given below.
Your School has celebrated Onam this year in a big way. Prepare a report highlighting the main events, using the following hints.

(Hints: Kerala dress, Pookkalam competition – thiruvathirakkali – vadamvali – payasam and chips – happiest day in school – waiting for the next Onam)
Answer:
My School’s Onam Celebration

Onam is the biggest and happiest festival in Kerala, and celebrating it in school is the best day of the whole year! This year, our school celebrated Onam with so much joy and colour. It felt like the whole spirit of Kerala had come to our school, and I was so excited to be a part of it.

The main celebration started with making the Pookkalam. Teams from different classes gathered in the courtyard early in the morning. My friends and I worked together, carefully arranging different coloured flowers like marigolds, roses, and jasmine into a huge, intricate design. The whole area smelled wonderful, and it was amazing to see everyone’s creativity.

After the Pookkalam competition, we had fun games and cultural programs. Many girls performed the elegant Thiruvathirakali dance in their traditional white and gold sarees. The boys had a fierce Vadam Vali (tug-of-war) competition, and the cheering was so loud! The highlight for everyone was the special Onam treat. Instead of a full Sadhya, the school gave us delicious Payasam and crispy banana chips. We all sat on the floor and enjoyed the feast together, sharing our joy.

The day was full of laughter, beautiful flowers, and yummy food. Celebrating Onam in school taught me a lot about our culture and. most importantly, about working together as a team. I can’t wait for next year’s celebration!

OR
(B) In the annual talent show at Chibi’s school, his performance was quite surprising and it made the audience very happy. You were among the audience. Prepare a live report on Chibi’s performance using the hints given below.

(Hints: Crowded auditorium – many performances by children – audience cheer them up – Now Mr. Isobe announces Chibi as the next performer – Chibi on stage – imitates the cries of crows – audience wonderstruck – everyone claps)
Answer:
It was the annual talent show of the school. The school auditorium was crowded. Different interesting items were presented by various children. There were classical and cinematic dances, skits, songs and mimicry. Then came the announcement by Mr. Isobo that the next performance was by Chibi. Chibi’s classmates never thought he was able to perform on the stage as he was a shy boy and did not show any artistic talent. They were wondering that Chibi was going to do on the stage.

Chibi came on to the stage. First he imitated the cries of newly hatched crows. Then he imitated the cries of mother crow and father crow. He went on to imitate how crows cried early in the morning. He also imitated the sad and happy cries of the crows.
Everybody’s mind was taken to the far mountainside. Chibi came to school from there. Now they could imagine the far and lonely place where Chibi and his family lived. Mr. Isobe then explained how Chibi learned those calls. He left home for school, at dawn and returned at sunset everyday for 6 years.

Almost everyone in the audience cried for mistreating Chibi all those long years. Even grownups wiped their tears, saying, “He is wonderful”. From then the students gave him a new name “Crow Boy”.

Question 5.
Editing – Edit the passage given below. (5)
Kuttettan had wrote Unnikkuttan’s name on the frame of the slate. Unnikkuttan did not thought Kuttettan’s handwriting was good. When Kuttettan wrote an ‘oo’ it looked like somebody with a long, craning nekk! It was Kuttettan which put a cover to the Malayalam Reader. The cover was made from the sheet of brown paper in which the saleman of the textile shop had wrapped Amma’s dresses.
Answer:
Kuttettan had written Unnikkuttan’s name on the frame of the slate. Unnikkuttan did not think Kuttettan’s handwriting was good. When Kuttettan wrote an ‘oo’ it looked like somebody with a long, craning neck! It was Kuttettan who put a cover to the Malayalam Reader. The cover was made from the sheet of brown paper in which the salesman of the textile shop had wrapped Amma’s dresses.

Question 6.
Picture Story – Look at the pictures given below. Using the hints develop the story.

(Hints: tortoise near lake – two cranes – they become close friends – lake dries – cranes want to move away – want to take tortoise with them – stick – tortoise hanging on the middle – cranes fly with the tortoise -children see the strange sight – they scream and shout – the tortoise wants to shout back – opens mouth – falls & dies – learn to keep silence)
Answer:

Two Cranes and a Tortoise

Once upon a time a crocodile lived near a lake. Two cranes came to the lake every day to eat fish. Soon the cranes and crocodile became close friends. Because of the lack of rain in that place during that year, the lake began to get dry. The cranes decided to move away from that place and go to another far away lake. They did not want to leave behind their friend, the tortoise. They decided to take him also with them.

They told him to hang on the middle of a stick. They would then hold each side of the stick in their beaks and fly. They asked him never to open his mouth while flying. As the cranes were flying with the tortoise, some children began to scream and shout, looking at the strange sight. The angry tortoise wanted to abuse the children. He opened his mouth to shout back at the children and he fell down and died. The cranes were sad to lose their friend. One should learn to keep silence when needed.

After completing the syllabus, Class 6 Social Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 5 test students’ understanding.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Social Science Model Question Paper Set 5

Time: 2 hrs 15 minutes
Total Score: 40

Instructions:

1. The first 15 minutes is cool-off time. Read the questions and plan your answers during this time.
2. Answer 6 questions and its sub questions.
3. For questions with internal choice, answer either A or B.

Question 1.
Water is one of the major components that retains life on the Earth,
a) Complete the flowchart related to Sources of water.

Answer:
i. Surface water sources
ii. Oceans, Lakes
iii. Underground water sources
iv. Springs, Wells

b) What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered with water?
Answer:
Seventy one percent

Question 2.
The origin of the Indian Constitution is related to the history of India under the British rule.
a) Complete the flowchart.

Answer:
i. The First War of Indian Independence 1857
ii. Indian Councils Acts
iii. Freedom Movements
iv. Government of Indian Acts

b) Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly?
i. Jawaharlal Nehru
ii. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
iii. Dr. Rajendra Prasad
iv. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer:
iii. Dr. Rajendra Prasad

Question 3.
(A) Map projection is the method by which the network of the lines of latitude and longitude (Graticule) is scientifically transferred to any flat surface.
a) Complete the concept map that includes the characteristics of Map Projections.

Answer:
(a) i. Conical Projection

ii. • Developable surface is conical.
• Mostly used for mid-latitude regions.

iii • Developable surface is cylindrical
• Used for equatorial regions.

IV. Zenithal Projection.

b) Write various day-to-day instances in which seuse GIS.
Answer:

• Monitoring weather forecasts and cyclones.
• Managing traffic control and road planning.

(B)
Lines of latitude are imaginary lines that connect the points in the same angular distance on both sides of the equator with reference to the earth’s centre.
a) Complete the table of important lines of latitude.

Important lines of latitude	Measure in degrees
Equator	____(i)____
____(ii)____	23 1/2° North
Tropic of Capricorn	____(iii)____
____(iv)____	66 1/2° North
Antarctic Circle	____(v)____

Answer:

Important lines of latitude	Measure in degrees
Equator	0°
Tropic of Cancer	23 1/2° North
Tropic of Capricorn	23 1/2° South
Arctic Circle	66 1/2° North
Antarctic Circle	66 1/2° South

Question 4.
In ancient Tamizhagam, people in each Tinai exchanged resources.
a) What were the trade centres called?
Answer:
Angadis (Markets)

b) How were ‘Allalavanam’ and ‘Nalangadi’ markets different from each other?
Answer:

1. Allalavanam: Evening markets
2. Nalangadi: Daytime markets

c) Who were the rulers of ancient Tamizhakam?
Answer:
The Chera, Chola and Pandya who ruled ancient Tamizhakam were collectively known as ‘Muvendar’ or ‘Muvarasar’. Although many ruling powers existed in Tamizhakam, the Muvendar had an authoritative position. These kings were referred to as Ko, Kon, and Kadumko.

Question 5.
(A) Jainism was a philosophy that emerged in India during the 6th century BCE.
a) Write the main ideals of Jainism.
b) What does the term ‘Jina’ mean?
Answer:

1. All things have life
2. No living things should be harmed (Ahimsa)
3. Do not steal, do not lie
4. Practice Right Belief, Right Knowledge, Right Action (Tri-Ratna)

(B)
In the 6th century BCE, among the sixteen Mahajanapadas, Magadha became a prominent force.
a) Write the factors that helped Magadha’s emergence as a prominent Mahajanapada.
Answer:
The conqueror of worldly desires.

1. Powerful rulers and strong military.
2. Fertility resulting from proximity to the Ganges and its tributaries.
3. Progress in agriculture and trade.
4. Presence of iron-ore Manufacture and use of iron weapons and tools.

b) Name any two prominent rulers of Magadha.
Answer:

1. Presence of iron-ore Manufacture and use of iron weapons and tools.
2. Bimbisara
3. Ajatasatru

Question 6.
When the factors of production work together, production takes place and products are made.
a) Complete the table related to Factors of production and Rewards.

Factors of Production	Reward
Land	____(i)____
____(ii)____	Wages
Capital	____(iii)____
____(iv)____	Profit

Answer:

Factors of Production	Reward
Land	Rent
Labour	Wages
Capital	Interest
Organisation	Profit

b) As consumers what all rights do we have while buying goods and using services? Write any two.
Answer:

• Quality
• After-sales service

After completing the syllabus, Class 6 Social Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 4 test students’ understanding.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Social Science Model Question Paper Set 4

Time: 2 hrs 15 minutes
Total Score: 40

Instructions:

1. The first 15 minutes is cool-off time. Read the questions and plan your answers during this time.
2. Answer 6 questions and its sub questions.
3. For questions with internal choice, answer either A or B.

Question 1.
It is essential to conserve the marine ecosystem, which is home to a great variety of animals and plants ranging from micro-organisms to the blue whale.
a) Write some ways to conserve Oceans.
Answer:

1. Prevent plastic, chemicals etc., from reaching the oceans.
2. Keep the coast free from pollution.
3. Create awareness on conservation of ocean.
4. Control unsustainable fishing.
5. Preserve the marine ecosystem

Question 2.
Fraudulent activities are common in cyber space.
a) What are the Precautions to be adopted for recognising and defending the fraudulent activities?
Answer:

1. Do not share ATM PIN and OTP.
2. Do not open suspicious online links.
3. Do not respond to phone messages asking for account details.
4. Do not keep ATM PIN on phone.
5. Use strong passwords. Change password frequently.

Question 3.
a) Complete the worksheet on the geographical characteristics of the African continent.
The largest hot desert
The highest mountain
The river basin with Tropical rainforests
Vast grasslands
Answer:
i. Sahara Desert
ii. Kilimanjaro
iii. Congo River Basin
iv. Savannah

b) Explain the Human Life of Africa.
Answer:
The majority of people in Africa live in villages and engage in agriculture. Africa is a land, rich in cultures, languages and history. The Egyptian civilization, which was one of the ancient civilizations, originated in Africa. Egyptian pyramids exist as an evidence of ancient architectural expertise.

B)
a) Complete the worksheet related to the geographical features of Australia.

Desert	(i)
Region which is made up of coral reefs	(ii)
A fertile river basin	(iii)
Mountain range	(iv)
Important animal species	(v)

Answer:

Desert	I. The Great Victoria
Region which is made up of coral reefs	II. The Great Barrier Reef
A fertile river basin	III. Murray Darling
Mountain range	IV. Great Dividing Range
Important animal species	V. Marsupials

B. a) Complete the worksheet.

JAPAN
Literature	(i)
(ii)	Traditional religious belief
Food	(iii)

Answer:
i. Kojiki
ii. Shintoism
iii. Rice

b) Write the factors leading to economic development.
• The first railway line in Japan was constructed between Tokyo and the port of Yokohama in 1870-72.
• Weaving machines were imported from Europe.
Answer:

1. Foreign technicians were appointed to train the workers
2. Japanese students were sent abroad for education

Question 5.
(A) Our culture is formed by factors such as our food, clothing and language.
a) Classify and list the following as material culture and non-material culture. (Malayalam, Shirt, Book, Religious beliefs)
Answer:

Material Culture	Non-Material Culture
Shirt, Book	Malayalam, Religious beliefs

b) Write any two features of culture.
Answer:
• Culture is Learnt
• Culture is Shared

c) Define Socialisation.
Answer:
Socialisation is the learning process through which we leam how to behave and interact within the society we live in.

(B)
Cultural changes means the transformation that happens in both material and non-material elements of culture across time.
a) Complete the flowchart related to cultural change.

Answer:
i. Cultural diffusion
ii. Acculturation
iii. Cultural assimilation
iv. Cultural innovations
v. Environmental changes

Question 6.
A constitution can be classified into different types,
a) Match the following.

1. Written Constitution	a. United Kingdom
2. Flexible Constitution	b. Australia
3. Evolved Constitution	c. New Zealand
4. Rigid Constitution	D. India

A. 1 – d, 2 – c, 3 – a, 4 – b
B. 1 – b, 2 – a, 3 – d, 4 – c
C. 1 – c, 2 – d, 3 – b, 4 – a
D. 1 – b, 2 – c, 3 – d, 4 – a
Answer:

1. Written Constitution	d. India
2. Flexible Constitution	c. New Zealand
3. Evolved Constitution	a. United Kingdom
4. Rigid Constitution	b. Australia

b) Identify the Qualities of the Constitution from the given hints.
i. The constitution should be precise with essential provisions.
ii. It must be suitable for meeting people’s needs and aspirations.
iii. It should be able to make timely changes according to changing circumstances.
iv. The powers of the government and the rights and duties of the citizens should be comprehensively stated.
Answer:
i. Brevity
ii. Suitability
iii. Dynamic
iv. Comprehensiveness

After completing the syllabus, Class 6 Social Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 3 test students’ understanding.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Social Science Model Question Paper Set 3

Time: 2 hrs 15 minutes
Total Score: 40

Instructions:

1. The first 15 minutes is cool-off time. Read the questions and plan your answers during this time.
2. Answer 6 questions and its sub questions.
3. For questions with internal choice, answer either A or B.

Question 1.
a) Oceans play a vital role in sustaining life on Earth.
A. a-iii, b-iv, c-i, d-ii
B. a-ii, b-i, c-iv, d-iii
C. a-iv, b-iii, c-i, d-ii
D. a-i, b-iv, c-ii, d-iii
Answer:
B. a-ii, b-i, c-iv, d-iii

b) Write the features of the Arctic Ocean.
Answer:

1. The Arctic Ocean is situated mostly within the Arctic Circle.
2. The North Pole is in the Arctic Ocean. This is the smallest and shallowest ocean.
3. This area is mostly frozen throughout the year.
4. The Molloy Deep is the deepest point in this ocean.
5. The Arctic Ocean is the northernmost border of Asia, Europe and North America.

Question 2.
Based on ownership, bank accounts can be mainly classified into three types.
a) Identify the type of bank account by analysing the given details.
i. An account opened in the name of an individual.
ii. An account opened in the name of an institution.
iii. An account opened by two or more individuals or institutions jointly.
Answer:
i. Individual Account
ii. Institutional Account
iii. Joint Account

b) Name the first bank established in India.
Answer:
The Bank of Hindustan

c) Where was the headquarters of Nedungadi Bank located?
Answer:
Kozhikode

Question 3.
(A) The idea of the Constitution grew from India’s need for a clear system to govern the country after independence.
a) Why is the Code of Hammurabi important?
Answer:
The Code of Hammurabi is one of the oldest legal codes in the world. This legal code dictates that no one has the authority to violate the fundamental laws of a kingdom.

b) Match the following.

A	B
Magna Carta	This led to the formation of Constitution that grants power to the Parliament in England.
Glorious Revolution	King and the government were not above the law.
American Declaration of Independence	Able to make the people aware of their power to remove the government.
French Revolution	Gave acceptance to the principle that supreme power rests with the people, not with the king.

Answer:

A	B
Magna Carta	King and the government were not above the law.
Glorious Revolution	This led to the formation of Constitution that grants power to the Parliament in England.
American Declaration of Independence	Able to make the people aware of their power to remove the government.
French Revolution	Gave acceptance to the principle that supreme power rests with the people, no with the king.

B. Which of the following features reflect the objectives set out in the Preamble of the Constitution?

Features	Objectives
The state has no official religion	(i)
The people are sovereign	(ii)
The headof the state is an elected person	(iii)
The power of the state to make decisions without external interference	(iv)
Reduces inequalities and ensures social justice.	(v)

Answer:
i. Secularism
ii. Democracy
iii. Republic
iv. Sovereignty
V. Socialism

Question 4.
In the 1870s, Japan began a new education system,
a) Complete the given flowchart.

Answer:
i. Education was made compulsory for both boys and girls.
ii. A curriculum based on Western models was developed.
iii. Emphasis was given to loyalty to the country and the study of Japanese history.
iv. Textbooks gave more importance to children respecting their parents and being loyal to the country. .

b) What does the term Fukoku Kyohel mean?
Answer:
Rich Country, Strong Army

Question 5.
(A) The government helps to keep the relationship dynamic between the people and the state.
a) Given below are the data collected by Kiran for comparing state and government. Arrange them suitably in the table given below.
• It has sovereignty.
• It keeps changing.
• It is a broad concept.
• It is a permanent institution.
• It is a component of the state.
• All people are included in this.
• Administrators and officials are included in this.
• Sovereignty is executed through this agency.

State	Government

Answer:

State	Government
It has sovereignty.	It keeps changing.
It has sovereignty.	It is a component of the state.
It is a broad concept.	Administrators and officials are included in this.
It is a permanent institution.	Sovereignty is executed through this agency.
All people are included in this.	Government

b) Write any two components of the state..
Answer:

1. Population
2. Territory

B. The nature of the modem state is entirely different from that of the earlier states.
a) Complete the worksheet about the origin and development of states.

In the hierarchical system of king-lords-farmers, the power of the king is limited.	(i)
Logical thinking, scientific temper, Industrial Revolution and national consciousness led to the formation of these states	(ii)
Bronze Age Civilization centres belong to this administrative system	(iii)
People being bom into same clan, having common interests and similar economic activities are the features of this type of state	(iv)
The administrative system, law and basic infrastructure showed similarities to that of modem states.	(v)

Answer:

In the hierarchical system of king-lords-farmers, the power of the king is limited.	(i). Feudal State
Logical thinking, scientific temper, Industrial Revolution and national consciousness led to the formation of these states	(ii). Nation State
Bronze Age Civilization centres belong to this administrative system	(iii). Oriental Administrative Systems
People being bom into same clan, having common interests and similar economic activities are the features of this type of state	(iv). Tribal State
The administrative system, law and basic infrastructure showed similarities to that of modem states.	(v). The Roman Empire

Question 6.
The emergence of independent and autonomous Naduvazhi Swaroopams significantly altered the socio-economic and political structures of medieval Kerala.
a) Name the System that controlled the socio-economic and political spheres in medieval Kerala.
Answer:
Janmi System

b) Complete the concept map including the major Naduvazhi Swaroopams.

Answer:
i. Kolathunadu
ii. Nediyiruppu
iii. Perumpadappu
iv. Trippappur

After completing the syllabus, Class 6 Social Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 2 test students’ understanding.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Social Science Model Question Paper Set 2

Time: 2 hrs 15 minutes
Total Score: 40

Instructions:

1. The first 15 minutes is cool-off time. Read the questions and plan your answers during this time.
2. Answer 6 questions and its sub questions.
3. For questions with internal choice, answer either A or B.

Question 1.
Constitutions are classified into various types based on their nature, the process of amendment, and the method of formation.
a) Complete the flow chart related to the type of Constitutions.

Answer:
a. Written
b. Unwritten
c. Rigid
d. Flexible
e. Enacted
f. Evolved

b) Write the difference between Rigid constitution and Flexible constitution.
Answer:

1. A rigid constitution is one in which making changes (amendments) requires strict procedures.
2. A flexible constitution is one in which changes (amendments) can be made easily.

Question 2.
a) Complete the flow chart related to important Sangam literary works.

Answer:
a. Nattinai
b. Pathittupathu
c. Akananuru
d. Kurumtokai

b) From the following choose the incorrect statement about the social life of the Sangam period.
i. There existed a social division based on occupation.
ii. Social Life there were no social discriminations.
iii. Society was divided into four castes.
iv. Gender equality existed.
Answer:
iii. Society was divided into four castes.

Question 3.
(A) A bank account is an arrangement for making financial transactions between a bank and a customer, a) Arrange the given information in the table properly.
• This deposit is to instil the habit of saving in individuals.
• This is an account where the deposit is made only once and it is withdrawn with interest after a certain period.
• This investment is aimed at traders and industrialists.
• A fixed amount is deposited in this account at regular intervals (daily, weekly, monthly) for a specific period of time.

Savings Deposit	Current Deposit	Fixed Deposit	Recurring Deposit

Answer:

Savings Deposit	Current Deposit	Fixed Deposit	Recurring Deposit
This deposit is to instil the habit of saving in individuals.	This investment is aimed at traders and industrialists.	This is an account where the deposit is made only once and it is withdrawn with interest after a certain period.	A fixed amount is deposited in this account at regular intervals (daily, weekly, monthly) for a specific period of time.

b) What are the benefits of a bank account for students?
Answer:
• Helps to save money safely
• Teaches good saving habits

B. a) Complete the table by including two features of each commercial banks and co-operative banks.

Commercial banks	Co-operative banks

Answer:

Commercial banks	Co-operative banks
Commercial banks are the oldest banks with a large number of branches in the banking sector. They provide services such as accepting deposits, granting loans, locker facility, debit card, credit card, and online banking to their customers.	Co-operative banks were started with the aim of providing loans with low interest rate to farmers, artisans and small-scale industrialists. The main objectives of co-operative banks are to promote self-help and mutual help, inculcate the habit of saving among the people, increase investment and’to protect the people from the exploitation of private money lenders.

b) Write two examples for development banks.
Answer:

1. Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI)
2. National Rank ftr Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)

Question 4.
Japan is an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean in East Asia.
a) Observe the map of Japan and identify the major Islands marked as A, B, C and D

Answer:
A. Hokkaido
B. Honshu
C. Shikoku
D. Kyushu

b) Which is the longest river in Japan?
i. Tone River
ii. Shinano River
iii. Kiso River
iv. Yodo River
Answer:
ii. Shinano River

Question 5.
(A)
There are many factors that influence the movement of ocean water.
a) Complete the concept map.

Answer:
i. Waves
ii. high tides, low tides
iii. The rise in the sea level is called a high tide and the fall is called a low tide.
iv. The phenomenon by which water flows through the ocean in a fixed direction through a fixed path.

b) Why seawater is salty?
Answer:
b) Mineral salts are disso1ved in water from all source But, the amount of salts in seawaterl
comparatively high. That is why seawater remains salty.

(B) Human beings have depended on oceans for their livelihood since ancient times.
a) How do oceans influence our lives?
Answer:

• Maritime transportation helps in maintaining international trade.
• Regulates the climate
• Support tourism
• Proide a lielihood through tishing

b) Oceans face several challenges. Write down some of them.
Answer:

• Pollution
• Dumping of chemicals and other dangerous substances

Question 6.
Economic activities arc made possible through the process of production.
a) Complete the table related to the division of economic activities.

Primary Sector	___(i)_____
___(ii)_____	This sector involves activities that create new products using raw materials from the primary sector.
This sector	___(iii)_____

Answer:
i. This scctor includes activities that directly utilise natural resources.
ii. Secondary Sector
iii. The sector that provides support to economic activities in the primary and secondary sectors.

b) Which Sector do the following examples belong to?
(Banking. healthcare)
Answer:
Tertiary Scctor

C) Define economic activities.
Answer:
The activities that generate income are economic activities.

After completing the syllabus, Class 6 Social Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 1 test students’ understanding.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Social Science Model Question Paper Set 1

Time: 2 hrs 15 minutes
Total Score: 40

Instructions:

1. The first 15 minutes is cool-off time. Read the questions and plan your answers during this time.
2. Answer 6 questions and its sub questions.
3. For questions with internal choice, answer either A or B.

Question 1.
A. a) Mark the continents on the map.

Answer:
i. Asia
ii. Africa
iii. Antarctica
iv. South America

b) Write the name of the mountain that separates Asia and Europe.
Answer:
Ural Mountain

B. a) The Major Flora and Fauna of Antarctica is given in the pictures below. Identify them.

Answer:
i. Mosses
ii. Penguin
iii. Seal

b) Write the name of the ocean that covers the entire Antarctica.
Answer:
Southern Ocean

c) Write the names of the research centres established by India in Antarctica.
Answer:
Maitri and Bharati

Question 2.
a) Given below are some images related to certain mile stone in the history of constitution.Identify them and write the characteristics of each of them.

Answer:

1. The Code of Hammurabi is one of the oldest legal codes in the world. Hammurabi was the ruler of ancient Babylon (1792-1750 BCE).
2. Magna Carta: The people of England were fed up with the autocracy of the monarchs. In 1215 CE King John was seized and forced to sign the Magna Carta, a Charter against this autocracy.
3. Glorious Revolution: The power of monarchs came under the control of the Parliament.
4. French Revolution: It is in 1789, that the people of France revolted raising the slogan ‘Liberty, Equality, Fraternity’.

b) Define Constitution.
Answer:
A Constitution is an authentic document that contains fundamental laws, principles and rules needed for the organisation and functioning of government in a country.

Question 3.
(A)
Observe the picture related to the Megalithic monuments. Identify the pictures and write the names of each monument.

Answer:
a) Thoppikkallu
b) Muniyara
c) Kudakkallu
d) Kallara (Cist)
e) Nattukallu (Menhirs)

OR
B. Complete the table related to the Tinas of the Sangam Period.

Tinais	Geographical Features	Means of Livelihood
Kurinchi	Forest, Mountain	____a)____
Mullai	____b)____	Cattle rearing
Palai	Arid region	____c)____
____d)____	Agricultural fields	Agriculture
____e)____	Coastal region	Fishing, salt extraction

Answer:
a) Collection of forest produce, hunting
b) Grasslands, bushes
c) Robbery and plunder
d) Marutham
e) Neythal

Question 4.
Banks are financial institutions that accept money from the public as deposits and provide loans to those in need following certain criteria.
a) What is the name of the central Bank of India?
Answer:
a) Reserve Bank of India

b) Complete the flow chart related to its functions

Answer:
A. Issue all currency notes except the one rupee note
B. Control Loans
C. ‘Banker’s bank’
D. Functions as banker to the government

Question 5.
Japan was an Asian country that escaped from the foreign domination.
a) Complete the table related to the Shogun rule.

Feudal lords in Japan	___(i)_____
Class of warriors	___(ii)_____

Answer:
i. Daimyo
ii. Samurais

b) Which is the traditional dress of Japan?
Answer:
Kimono

c) Explain the features of Shintoism, the traditional religious belief in Japan.
Answer:

1. The word “Shinto” means “the way of God”.
2. Deities were generally called as ‘Kami’.
3. The most important among them was the Sun Goddess ‘Amataresu’.

Question 6.
The water cycle keeps water moving around the Earth in a continuous loop.
a) Complete the table related to the main processes involved in the circulation of water.

A	B
Evaporation	____(i)____
____(ii)____	The process by which water vapour in the air cools to form water.
Precipitation	____(iii)____

Answer:
i. The process by which a liquid changes into gaseous form with the help of heat.
ii. Condensation
iii. The process by which water particles fall on earth as the clouds cannot hold it further , due to its increased weight and size, as a result of continuous condensation.

b) Define Water Cycle.
Answer:
Water cycle is the continuous circulation of water on the earth, under its surface and in the atmosphere.

c) Explain its circulation.
Answer:
The different sources of water on the earth turns into vapour through evaporation. The vapour thus formed becomes clouds through condensation. In addition to clouds, fog and dew are other forms of condensation. Water droplets from the clouds reach the earth, through precipitation.

To reduce exam fear, Class 6 Basic Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 5 provide good practice.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Basic Science Model Question Paper Set 5

Times : 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Score: 60

Instructions:

1. 15 minutes cool-off time is allotted for reading and understanding the activities.
2. Answer any six questions.

Question 1.
A) What is meant by organ system?
Answer:
An organ system is a group of multiple organs that work together to perform a specific function.

B) Analyse the given statement and reason, and select the correct option.
Statement: All cells in the human body are roughly the same shape.
Reason: The human body is made up of about two hundred different types of cells, including nerve cells, blood cells, and muscle cells.
a) The statement and the reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation for the statement.
b) The statement and the reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation for the statement.
c) The statement is true, but the reason is false.
d) The statement is false, but the reason is true.
Answer:
d) The statement is false, but the reason is true.

C) Write any three organ systems of the human body and their functions.
Answer:
• Digestive system: Digests food and absorbs nutrients. (Organs: stomach, intestines, liver).
• Respiratory system: Helps in breathing in and out (exchange of gases). (Organs: lungs, trachea).
• Circulatory system: Transports oxygen and nutrients throughout the body through the blood. (Organs: heart, blood vessels).

Question 2.
A. Complete the table by choosing state of rest/motion for each example.

Context	The reference object	State of motion/ State of rest
a) Child on a moving giant wheel	i) child sitting near by
	ii) A Person standing on the ground
b) Person riding a horse	i) The Horse
	ii) The ground
c) Earth in the solar system	i) The Sun
	ii) The moon
d) A book on a table	i) The Table
	ii) The Sun

Answer:

Context	The reference object	State of motion/ State of rest
a) Child on a moving giant wheel	i) child sitting near by	i) -State of rest,
	ii) A Person standing on the ground	ii) – State of motion
b) Person riding a horse	i) The Horse	i)- State of rest,
	ii) The ground	ii) – State of motion
c) Earth in the solar system	i) The Sun	i)- State of motion,
	ii) The moon	ii) – State of motion
d) A book on a table	i) The Table	i) -State of rest,
	ii) The Sun	ii) -State of motion

B. What do you mean by a reference body.
Answer:
An object can be said to be in motion only in relation to another body or position. The body used for this purpose is called reference body.

C. Observe the arrangement of gears in the figure

Choose the correct statements related to them .
(i) 1 st gear (small one) would be the slowest.
(ii) 4th gear (big one) would be the slowest.
(iii) When 1st gear is rotated 3rd gear rotate in the same direction as that of 1st gear .
(iv) 1 st gear (small one) would be fastest.

Options:
a) (i) and (ii) only
b) (ii), (iii) and (iv) only
c) (i),(ii) and (iii) only
d) (ii) and (iv) only
Answer:
C. b) (ii), (iii) and (iv) only

Question 3.
Read the situations given below.
• Light crackers
• Operates the motor to draw water
• Operates the mixer grinder
• Bulb glows
• Lighting a matchstick

A) Tabulate the energy changes in each situation

Answer:

Situations	Energy changes
• Light crackers	• Chemical energy → Light energy + sound energy + heat energy
• Operates the motor to draw water	• Electrical energy → mechanical energy
• Operates the mixer grinder	• Electrical energy mechanical energy + sound energy
• Bulb glows	• Electrical energy → Light energy + heat energy
• Lightning a matchstick	• Chemical energy → Sound energy + light energy + heat energy

B) Group the situations in which the same energy c etakes place.

Answer:
Group 1 (Electrical → Mechanical)
• Operates the motor to draw water
• Operates the mixer grinder Group 2 (Chemical → Light/ Heat/ Sound)
• Light crackers
• Lighting a matchstick

C)Identify the examples showing physical change
(i) Copper vessel getting verdigrised
(ii) Fermentation of dosa batter
(iii) Towel absorbing water
(iv) Sugar dissolving in water Options
a) (iv) only
b) (i) and (ii) only
c) (iii) and (iv) only
d) (ii),(iii) and (iv) only
Answer:
c) (iii) and (iv) only

Question 4 contains two parts 4 (A) and 4 (B). Write any one from 4 (A) or 4 (B) completely.

Question 4.
A. a) Write how to make a magnet using a battery.
Answer:
Materials we need

1. 9V battery, connector
2. Insulated copper wire
3. Soft iron nail
4. Pins

Wind the insulated copper wire around an iron nail as shown in the figure.

Make sure to have many coils. Remove the insulation from both ends of the copper wire. Connect these ‘ ends to the battery using a connector. Bring the tip of the nail close to a few pins. We can see that the iron nail will attract the pins. If we disconnect the battery, the iron nail will lose its magnetic power.

b) An electromagnet is a temporary magnet. Why?
Answer:
When electricity passes through a copper wire, a magnetic field is created around it and the iron rod (nail) becomes a magnet. This is an electromagnet. Its magnetic power is temporary. When the electric current is cut off, the electromagnet loses its magnetic power. Therefore an electromagnet is called a temporary magnet.

c) Understand the statement given below and choose the correct reasons.
Statement: The magnetic force decreases over time.
Reason: (i) When non-magnetic substance is placed between two bar magnets.
(ii) Dumping of magnets together
(iii) Heating magnets
(iv) Hitting hard with hammer
Options
a. (i)and (ii) only
b. (iii) and (iv) only
c. (i),(ii) and (iii) only
d. (ii), (iii) and (iv) only
Answer:
d. (ii), (iii) and (iv) only

OR
B. A. Write the names of the magnets given below.

Answer:
a) Bar magnet
b) Magnetic needle
e) U magnet
d) Ring magnet

B. Write the name of two devices that use magnets.
Answer:
• Electric bell
• Electric crane
• Generator
• Loudspeaker (Any o)

C. Find the correct statements.
i) A disc magnet has one pole.
ii) Like poles of magnets attract.
iii) The magnetic power is low at the middle part of a bar magnet.
iv) Rubber is a non-magnetic substance.
Answer:
C) c) (iii) and (iv) only

Question 5.
a) What is blood pressure?
b) What is the normal blood pressure of adults?
c) Name two causes of abnormal blood pressure.
d) Write one measure to control BP.
Answer:
a) Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the walls of blood vessels as blood flows through them.
b) 120/80 mmHg
c) Smoking, obesity and excessive salt intake can cause abnormal blood pressure.
d) Reduce the use of salt in food.

Question 6 contains two parts 6 (A) and 6 (B). Write any one from 6 (A) or 6 (B) completely.

Question 6.
A. Your friend fell down during a football game and fractured his arm.

a) What first aid should be provided to someone with a fracture?
Answer:
• Immobilise the Injured Area
• Bandage the injured part using a splint.
• Apply Cold (Ice Pack)
• A person with a bone fracture should be taken to the hospital immediately after receiving first aid.

b) Why do we use the metal rod for fixing a fractured bone?
Answer:
It helps the bones to stay stable and heal quickly.

c) What nutrients and nutrient-rich foods should the child eat for strong bones, as advised by the doctor?
Answer:
Calcium: The primary mineral component of bones, essential for bone formation and strength.
Milk, yogurt, cheese, paneer, ragi, etc.

Vitamin D: Fatty fish, egg yolks, fortified milk, fortified cereals, and exposure to sunlight (the body produces Vitamin D when skin is exposed to sunlight).

Protein: provides the framework (collagen) onto which calcium and other minerals are deposited. Lean meats (chicken, fish), eggs, dairy products, pulses, etc.

OR
B. Analyse the pictures and answer the following questions:
Img- 1
a) Name the type of skeleton present in this snail and centipede.
Answer:
a) Exoskeleton

b) What do you mean by exoskeleton and endoskeleton.
Name the organism that has both exoskeleton and endoskeleton.
Answer:
Some organisms like snails, crabs have thick outer coverings, while some animals like cockroaches and prawns have relatively thin shells. These outer coverings are called exoskeletons. An endoskeleton is a framework of bones inside the body that supports, protects organs, and helps, in movement.
Turtle has both exoskeleton and endoskeleton

c) How does the outer skeleton benefit the organisms.
Answer:
They help to protect and give shape to their body and offer protection from enemies.

To reduce exam fear, Class 6 Basic Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 4 provide good practice.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Basic Science Model Question Paper Set 4

Times : 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Score: 60

Instructions:

1. 15 minutes cool-off time is allotted for reading and understanding the activities.
2. Answer any six questions.

Question 1.
Observe the figure of the carpel of a flower given below.

a) Name and label the parts indicated as (a), (b), (c), and (d) in the figure.
Answer:

b) Where does pollen grains found?
Answer:
Pollen grains are found inside the anther chambers

c) Understand the statement given below and choose the correct reason.
Statement: Cucumber, pumpkin, ash gourd, snake gourd, coconut, etc., are monoecious plants.
Reason:
i) Monoecious plants have both male and female flowers in the same plant.
ii) Male and female flowers are found in different plants; such plants are called monoecious.
iii) Monoecious plants contain both male and female reproductive organs within the same flower.
iv) Monoecious plants contain different male and female reproductive organs within the same flower.
A. Only i is correct.
B. Only iii is correct.
C. Only iv is correct.
D. i and iv are correct.
Answer:
A. Only i is correct.

Question 2.
Observe the pictures related to magnets.

a) Which pictures indicate the like poles?
Answer:

b) Which property of a magnet is used by the navigators to find the direction? Name a device in which this property of magnetism is used.
Answer:
Directional properly
Device – Compas

c) Statements related to magnets are given below. Which are the correct statements?.
B. Statements i, ii, and iv are correct
C. Statements ii, iii, and iv are correct
D. Statements i, ii, iii, and iv are correct.
Answer:
D. Statetnent i. ii. iii. and iv are correct.

Question 3.
a) Classify the following organisms into groups according to their characteristics.
[Egg, Paramecium, Amoeba, Ants, cockroach, Euglcna, Mosquito]
Answer:

Unicellular organism	Multicellular organisms
Paramecium	Ant
Amoeba	Mosquito
Euglena	Cockroach

b) Identify and name the pictures below. What factors helped you identify the pictures?

Answer:
Picture 1 – Animal cell,
Picture 2 – Plant cell.
The presence of the cell wall and the chloroplast, and the size of the vacuole in a plant cell are the factors helped to identify the picture.

c) Three statements on organelles are given below. Write down the correct option.
i. Each organelle inside the cells is different from each other in structure and shape.
ii. Each organelle has a different function to perform inside the cell.
iii. Each organelle has the same function to perform inside the cell.
A. i and ii are correct.
B. Only i is correct.
C. Only ii is correct.
D. All are correct.
Answer:
A. i and ii are correct.

Question 4 Contains two parts 4 (A) and 4 (B).Write any one from 4 (A) or 4 (B) completely.

Question 4.
(A) a) Ramu and Ammu were studying physical and chemical changes. They burnt a piece of paper and concluded that it was a chemical change. Do you agree with them? State your answer.
Answer:
Yes, the burning of paper is a chemical change. After burning, a new substance is formed with new properties. It is an irreversible change. After burning the paper, it cannot be unbumt. It is a permanent change.

b) Some of the situations in our daily life are given below.
• Curdling of milk
• Melting of wax
• Burning of firewood
• Boiling of water
Classify them according to the peculiarities of the changes. Write any one features of each change.
Answer:

Physical change	Chemical change
Melting of wax	Curdling of milk
Boiling of water	Burning of firewood

Physical change: It is a Temporary change, and no new substances are formed.
Chemical change: It is a Permanent change, and new substances are formed.

c) Complete the flowchart given below

Answer:
a – Ice
b – Absorbs heat
c – Water vapour
d – Releases heat

(B) Observe the picture of mobile charging.

a) Write the energy change that happens in this activity.
Answer:
Electrical energy is changed into Chemical energy.

b) Electrical energy is changed to heat energy in an electric cooker. Write any two-life situation in which similar energy change take place.
Answer:
Microwave Oven: Electrical energy → Heat energy
Iron box: Electrical energy → Heat energy

c) Write the energy form in the following activities and complete the illustration.

Answer:
a – Used
b – Light energy
e – Electrical energy
d – Not used

Question 5.
Observe the picture.

a) Why is age “not a factor” for diabetes?
Answer:
Because diabetes can occur at any age, even in children or young people.

b) List any four symptoms of diabetes.
Answer:
• Frequent urination
• High appetite
• Extreme thirst
• Delayed healing of wounds

c) Understand the statement and the reason given below and choose the correct answer from the following. Statement: A person who has a fasting blood sugar level of 80 mg dL is considered to be non-diabetic. Reason: The normal level of glucose in 100 ml of blood is “0-100 mg. Diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar (glucose) level rises highly.
A. The statement is correct. But the reason is not suitable for the statement.
B. The statement is wrong. But the reason is suitable for the statement.
C. The statement is wrong. But the reason is not suitable for the statement
D. The statement is correct. But the reason is suitable for the statement.
Answer:
D. The statement is correct. But the reason is suitable for the statement

Question 6 contains two parts: 6 (A) and 6 (B). Write any one from 6 (A) or 6(B) completely.

Question 6.
(A) Observe the picture.

a) What motion taken place in the picture marked where it is 1 and 2? Write any one characteristics of each motion.
Answer:
a) In i – It is a circular motion.
In ii -Oscillation
Circular motion – Thin motion along a circular path is circular motion.
Oscillation -It is the movement of an object to both sides about the equilibrium position.

b) Write any two examples for these types of motions.
Answer:
Circular motion examples :
i) Swirling a stone tied to a rope.
ii) Toy train running along a circular path.

Oscillation examples :
i) Motion of a swing.
ii) Motion of a hanging lamp.

c) A table that contains the body in motion and types of motions are given below. Find the correct group.

Body in motion	Type of motion
1) A lift	a) Vibration
2) String of veena	b) Linear motion
3) Wheels of the flour mill	c) Circular motion
4) Hands of a clock	d) Rotation

A. 1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-c
B. 1-c, 2-b, 3-d, 4-a
C. 1-b, 2-c, 3-d, 4-c
D. 1-d, 2-c, 3-b, 4-c
Answer:

Body in motion	Type of motion
1) A lift	b) Linear motion
2) String of veena	a) Vibration
3) Wheels of the flour mill	d) Rotation
4) Hands of a clock	c) Circular motion

B) a) Classify the following motions as oscillation and vibration
i) Motion of a pendulum
ii) Motion of the strings in a guitar
iii) Motion of a swing
iv) Motion of the prongs of a tuning fork
v) Motion of the wiper
vi) Motion of the membrane of a drum
Answer:

Oscillation	Vibration
i) Motion of a pendulum	ii) Motion of the strings in a guitar
iii) Motion of a swing	iv) Motion of the prongs of a tuning fork
v) Motion of the wiper	vi) Motion of the membrane of a drum

b) How is vibration different from oscillation?
Answer:
Oscillation is the movement of an object to both sides about the equilibrium position, but fast oscillations are called vibrations.

c) Which of the following statements are true?
i. Force must be applied to increase the speed of motion of an object.
ii. Gears are used only to increase speed.
iii. All objects on the earth that are assumed to be at rest are moving along with the earth.
iv. The turning of the hand of the clock is a linear motion.
A. i and iii are correct.
B. Only iii is correct.
C. Only iv is correct.
D. Only ii is correct.
Answer:
A. i and iii are correct.

To reduce exam fear, Class 6 Basic Science Question Paper Kerala Syllabus Set 3 provide good practice.

Kerala Syllabus 6th Standard Basic Science Model Question Paper Set 3

Times : 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Score: 60

Instructions:

1. 15 minutes cool-off time is allotted for reading and understanding the activities.
2. Answer any six questions.

Question 1.
Observe the picture.
a) Write the name and function of the parts labelled in the figure

Answer:
i) Skull: Protects the brain from injury.
ii) Ribs cage: Protects internal organs such as the heart and lungs.

b) The movable bone in the skull ________
Answer:
Lower jawbone

c) Understand the statement given below and choose the correct reason.
Statement: Knee consist of a hinge joint.
Reason :
i)Can be moved in only one direction
ii) We can’t move it
iii) Can be moved in both directions
iv) Can be moved in many directions

A. Only i is correct.
B. Only iii is correct.
C. Only iv is correct.
D. i and iv are correct.
Answer:
A. Only i is correct.

Question 2.
a) Categorise the following mixtures into homogeneous mixtures and heterogeneous mixtures.
Salt solution, Gold jewels, Pickle powder, Ayurvedic medicines, Vinegar, Washing powder.
Answer:
Homogeneous mixtures: Salt solution, Gold jewels, Vinegar. Heterogeneous mixtures: Pickle powder, Ayurvedic medicines, Washing powder.

b) Air is said to be a mixture. Why?
Answer:
Air has more than one substance, such as nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, etc and is said to be a mixture.

c) 4 statements about mixtures are given below. Which are the correct statements?
i) Buttermilk is a homogeneous mixture.
ii) Sugar solution is a homogeneous mixture.
iii) All mixtures are solutions.
iv) Ayurvedic medicine is a homogeneous mixture.

(A) Only Statement ii is correct.
(B) Statements iii and iv are correct.
(C) Statements i and iv are correct.
(D) Statements i and ii are correct.
Answer:
(A) Only Statement ii is correct.

Question 3.
The situations related to motion are given below. Observe them
• Motion of the blade when the mixer operates.
• Motion of the leather membrane when the drum is beaten.
• Movement of the lift.
• Movement of the tip of the needle in the clock.

a) Find out the motion that takes place in each situation,
Answer:
Motion of the blade when the mixer operates: Circular motion. Motion of the leather membrane when the drum is beaten – Vibration Movement of the lift – Linear motion. Movement of the tip of the needle in the clock – Circular motion

b) What is the difference between rotation and circular motion?
Answer:
Rotational motion is the movement of objects about their own axis. Circular motion is the motion of objects in a circular path.

c) Three statements based on force are given below. Write down the correct option
i) As force increases, the speed increases.
ii) When football is kicked with more force, the ball moves more slowly.
iii) As the force increases, the speed decreases.

A) i and ii are correct
B) Only i is correct
C) Only iii is correct.
D) i and iii are correct
Answer:
B. Only i is correct.

Question 4 Contains two parts 4 (A) and 4 (B). Write any one from 4 (A) or 4 (B) completely. 4(A)

Question 4.
Anu has a weight of 55 kg and a height of 163 cm, and Manu weighs 25 kg and has a height of 120 cm.

a) Give the method used to check the growth?
Answer:
a) One of the methods to check growth is Body Mass Index (BMI).
BMI = \(\frac{\text { Weight }(\mathrm{kg})}{\text { Height }(\text { metre }) \times \text { Height }(\text { metre })}\)

Child	Weight (kg)	Height (m)	Calculation	BMI
Anu	55 kg	1.63	55 ÷ (1.63)2	20.70
Manu	25 kg	1.20	25 ÷ (1.20)2	17.36

b) Which of these children has proper growth?
Answer:
b) Anu

c) Write about the physical condition of Manu?
Answer:
c) Underweight

d) What is the solution for underweight?
Answer:
d) To overcome underweight:
• Eat nutritious and balanced food regularly.
• Include milk, eggs, pulses, fruits, vegetables, nuts, etc.

(B) a) Complete the table given below.

Condition	Cause
Diabetes	(i)
High Blood Pressure	Excess salt intake
Cholesterol	(ii)

Answer:
i) High intake of sugar and Lack of exercise
ii) Eating too much fried & fatty food

b) Choose the correct statement from the options given below.
A. Insulin controls the sugar level in the blood.
B. HDL is bad cholesterol.
C. High BP can be controlled by reducing salt intake.
D. Fried foods help increase good cholesterol.
Answer:
A and C

c) Name the two types of cholesterol. Mention two ways to increase good cholesterol (HDL).
Answer:
Good cholesterol (HDL) and Bad cholesterol (LDL).
. Regular exercise.
. Eating foods like sardines, mackerel, leafy vegetables, pulses, and walnuts.
These ways are used to increase good cholesterol.

Question 5.
Examine the following situations.
!Bursting of a cracker Working of a mixer grinder Lighting a match stick

a) In which situation is mechanical energy made use of?
Answer:
a) Working of a mixer grinder.

b) Tabulate the energy changes in the given situations.

Situations	Energy Changes
Bursting of a cracker	(a) → (b) + (c) + heat
Working of a mixer grinder	(d) → Heat + (e) + Sound
Lighting a matchstick	(f) → (g) + Heat + (h)

Answer:

Situations	Energy changes
Bursting of a cracker	(a) Chemical Energy → (b) Light energy + (c) Sound Energy + Heat energy
Working of a mixer grinder	(d) Electrical Energy → Heat Energy + (e) Mechanical Energy + Sound Energy
Lighting a matchstick	(f) Chemical energy → (g) Sound energy + Heat energy + (h) Light Energy

c) Understand the statement and the reason given below and choose the correct answer from the following.
StatementAll chemical reaction is accompanied by a change in energy.
Reason Endothermic reaction involve the release of energy.
A. The statement is correct. But the reason is not suitable for the statement.
B. The statement is wrong. But the reason is suitable for the statement.
C. The statement is wrong. But the reason is not suitable for the statement.
D. The statement is correct. But the reason is suitable for the statement.
Answer:
A. The statement is correct. But the reason is not suitable for the statement.

Question 6 contain two parts 6 (A) and 6 (B). Write any one from 6 (A) or 6 (B) completely.

Question 6.
(A)
a) Identify and name the animals in the given picture.

Answer:
a) 1 – Paramecium,
2 – Euglena

b) Write the steps involved in the experiment to observe these organisms.
Answer:
Steps involved in the experiment to observe organisms:

1. Collect a drop of water from a pond, field, or standing water using a dropper
2. Place the collected drop of water in the center of a clean glass slide.
3. Gently cover the water on the slide with a cover slip.
4. Place a part of the cover slip on the slide and gently lower it. This will avoid air bubbles.
5. Place the prepared slide on the stage of the microscope and secure it with clips.

c) Some statements related to cells are given below. Complete the table by writing them in the correct column.
• Chloroplast is present.
• Small vacuole is present.
Answer:

Plant Cell	Animal cell
Chloroplast is present	No cell wall.
A large vacuole is present.	Small vacuole is present.

OR
(B) a. Observe the picture and identify the parts of the cells in an onion.

Answer:
1 – Cell wall,
2 – Plasma membrane,
3 – Nucleus,
4 – Cytoplasm

b) Find the correct statements from the following. Correct the incorrect statements.
i) The body parts of animals are made up of different types of cells.
ii) The difference in the size of the cells is the reason for the difference in the size of the organisms.
iii) Chloroplasts are found only in plant cells.
iv) The parts of the plant are made up of the same type of cells.
Answer:
i), iii)
ii) The difference in size of organisms is due to the difference in the number of cells, not the size of the cells.
iv) The parts of the plant are made up of different types of cells.

c) Which is the central part that controls the functions of a cell?
Answer:
c) Nucleus.