Name: ____________________________________

Class: VII Sec: __ Roll No: _____

Subject: Social Science
Topic:CIVICS/ REVISION WORKSHEET
CIVICS No.1/2024-25
LESSONS: Role of media in Democracy
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A)​ ASSERTION AND REASONING-

1.​ Assertion(A): Media acts as a watchdog in a democracy by holding those in power

accountable.​
Reasoning(R): Media investigates and reports on government actions, corruption, and
policies, ensuring transparency and public awareness.
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a) Both the A and R are true, and the reasoning correctly explains the assertion.​
b) Both the A and reasoning are true, but the R does not correctly explain the assertion.​
c) The A is true, but R is false.​
d) The A is false, but R is true.

2.​ Assertion(A): Media can sometimes undermine democracy by spreading misinformation.

Reasoning(R): Sensationalism and biased reporting can mislead the public, influencing
opinions and elections negatively.
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a) Both the A and R are true, and the reasoning correctly explains the assertion.​
b) Both the A and reasoning are true, but the R does not correctly explain the assertion.​
c) The A is true, but R is false.​
d) The A is false, but R is true.

3.​ Assertion: Media ensures the representation of diverse voices in a democracy.

Reasoning: Media platforms provide space for marginalized communities to express
their views and concerns.

a) Both the A and R are true, and the reasoning correctly explains the assertion.​
b) Both the A and reasoning are true, but the R does not correctly explain the assertion.​
c) The A is true, but R is false.​
d) The A is false, but R is true.

4.​ Assertion: Media censorship is necessary to maintain social harmony in a democracy.

Reasoning: Unregulated media can spread hate speech and incite violence, disrupting
public order.

a) Both the A and R are true, and the reasoning correctly explains the assertion.​
b) Both the A and reasoning are true, but the R does not correctly explain the assertion.​
c) The A is true, but R is false.​
d) The A is false, but R is true.

5.​ Assertion: The independence of the media is crucial for its role in democracy.
Reasoning: Independent media can operate without undue influence from government,
corporations, or other powerful entities, ensuring unbiased reporting.

a) Both the A and R are true, and the reasoning correctly explains the assertion.​
b) Both the A and reasoning are true, but the R does not correctly explain the assertion.​
c) The A is true, but R is false.​
d) The A is false, but R is true.
6.​ What is the primary role of the media in a democracy?
a.​ To entertain the public
 b.​ To act as a watchdog and hold those in power accountable
c.​ To promote government policies
d.​ To provide commercial advertisements

7. Which of the following is a key function of the media in a democracy?

a. Spreading propaganda
b. Ensuring freedom of speech and expression
c. Promoting a single political party
d. Censoring opposition views

8. What is the significance of investigative journalism in a democracy?

a. It entertains the public with sensational stories
b. It uncovers corruption and abuse of power
c.It promotes government propaganda
d. It focuses on celebrity news

9. Which of the following is a potential negative impact of the media in a democracy?

a. Enhancing public awareness
b. Spreading misinformation and fake news
c. Promoting transparency
d. Encouraging public participation

10. What role does social media play in modern democracies?

a. It restricts public discourse
b. It enables direct public participation and mobilization
c.It censors political content
d. It promotes government propaganda.
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ANSWER THE FOLLOWING-
1.When can the government deny the right to access to records and information? 2
2. Mention any two disadvantages of advertising on radio. 2
3. State any two advantages of a farmer’s market. 2
4. What is the Right to Information Act 2005? What is its importance in our democracy? 1+2=3
5. What is social advertising? How is it different from commercial advertising? 1+2=3
6. What are departmental stores?What factors affect the people’s choice of market? 1+4=5

7. Media today is not free from checks. Justify your statement. (2)
8. What do you understand about social advertising? (2)
9. Who are itinerant retailers? Describe any type of itinerant retailer. (2)
10. Mention some of the principles that media should follow before reporting any
news.(3)
11. What are the advantages of radio advertising over magazine advertising? (3)
12. Explain the functions of wholesaler. (5)

ELEMENTS OF THE WEATHER AND CLIMATE 2

SECTION-A
A: Multiple choice questions-

1.​ Assertion(A): Climate and weather both influence the temperature and precipitation patterns in
an area, but climate remains relatively constant over long periods while weather fluctuates daily.

Reasoning(R): Weather is influenced by short-term events, while climate is shaped by average

weather patterns over several decades or centuries.

A) Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation for A.​
B) Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation for A.​
C) A is correct, but R is incorrect.​
D) A is incorrect, but R is correct.

2.​ Assertion(A): Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions at a specific location,
while climate refers to the long-term average of these weather patterns over an extended period.
 Reasoning(R): Weather can change rapidly over a short time, whereas climate is based on the
long-term average of weather conditions in a region.

A) Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation for A.​
B) Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation for A.​
C) A is correct, but R is incorrect.​
D) A is incorrect, but R is correct.

3.​ Which of the following is true about winds?

A)​ Winds blow from low-pressure areas to high-pressure areas​
B) Winds blow from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas​
C) Winds are only affected by temperature​
D) Winds do not change direction

4. Assertion(A) : A region with a high frequency of extreme weather events, such as

hurricanes or droughts, may still be classified as having a stable climate over long periods.

Reasoning(R) : A stable climate refers to the long-term averages of temperature and

precipitation, and extreme weather events are anomalies that do not necessarily alter the
overall climate classification.

A) Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation for A.​
B) Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation for A.​
C) A is correct, but R is incorrect.​
D) A is incorrect, but R is correct.

5. What instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

A)​ Anemometer B) Barometer C) Hygrometer D) Thermometer

Answer the following questions-

1.​ Give Reasons:

a.​ The leeward side of a mountain gets less rain .
2+2=4
b.​ Doldrums and polar high pressure belts.
2. Define Tornado? How is a tornado different from a cyclone 1+2=3
3. Explain the pressure belts of the world with a diagram. 3
4. Explain the parts of the cyclone with suitable diagram 5
5. Explain the different types of rainfall with suitable diagrams 3+2=5
LIFE IN DIFFERENT CLIMATIC REGIONS
ROLE OF MEDIA IN DEMOCRACY
Answer the following questions-
1.​ How are the temperate grasslands different from the tropical grasslands? 2
2.​ How is the wildlife of the Sahara different from the wildlife of Ladakh? 2
3.​ Media today is not free from checks. Justify your statement. 2
4.​ How has the Ladakh area now become accessible? 3
5.​ Write a short note on the climate of the Amazon Basin. 3
6.​ Write about the different types of industry that have developed in the Ganga-Brahmaputra
region?
7.​ When can the government deny the right to access to records and information? 3
8.​ What is the Right to Information Act 2005? What is its importance in our democracy? 5
9.​ Why are the Prairies called the Wheat Basket of the world? 2
10.​ Why is the Sahara a hot desert? Which nomadic tribe lives there? What is their occupation?
5
11.​ Mention some of the principles that media should follow before reporting any news? 3
12.​ Why is public opinion so important in a democracy?

Choose the correct option: 3

1.​ Which of the following is an example of a restriction on freedom of expression?

 a) A journalist criticizing the government​
b) A person spreading false information that incites violence​
c) A protest march in a public park​
d) A blogger sharing their opinion on social media

2.​ How does the media contribute to the electoral process in a democracy?
a) By promoting only one political party​
b) By providing unbiased information about candidates and policies​
c) By discouraging voter participation​
d) By spreading fake news

3.​ Which of the following is NOT a cropping pattern in the Ganga-Brahmaputra Basin?
a) Rabi​
b) Kharif​
c) Zaid​
d) Boro

4.​ Assertion (A): Overgrazing in prairies can lead to severe soil erosion.​
Reason (R): Overgrazing removes the protective grass cover, exposing the soil to wind and
water erosion.
a)​ Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b)​ Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c)​ A is true, but R is false.
d)​ A is false, but R is true.
5. What is the primary vegetation found in the veld regions?
1.​ Dense forests
2.​ Grasslands with scattered trees
3.​ Cacti and succulents
4.​ Mangroves
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TOWNS,TRADERS & RISE OF INDEPENDENT STATES
1.​ Answer the following questions:
a.​ Mention two factors that helped in the growth of Surat. 2
b.​ Mention two measures taken by the rulers of Awadh to make their state
c.​ Prosperous? 2
d.​ Why did the medieval period witness the growth of different types of towns? 3
e.​ How were the Sikhs able to form a separate state for themselves? 3
f.​ How do scholars link Hampi to the epic Ramayana? 2
g.​ Write a short note on the trading towns of India? 3
h.​ What did Bahadur Shah do to reverse his father’s reactionary policies? 3
i.​ Write a short note on Kalamkari Textiles. 3
j.​ Explain briefly about capital towns. 3
k.​ Give one word for?
i. The maratha minister of finance and revenue 2
ii. The war in which Hyder Ali died

l.​ Who were the kingmakers during Jahandar Shah's reign? What did they do?
m.​ Write a short note on Maratha Administration? 3
n.​ What measures were taken by the rulers of Bengal to increase prosperity of
the state?
o.​ Why did the relationship between the Rajputs and the Mughals deteriorate?
2
p.​ How did Balaji Baji Rao extend the Maratha territory? 3
q.​ Why did succession states emerge? 2

2. Multiple Choice questions:

1.​ What was the main reason for the growth of towns in medieval India?
 a) Decline of agriculture
b) Increase in trade and commerce
c) Religious pilgrimages
d) Political instability

2.​ What role did guilds play in medieval towns?

a) They were religious institutions.
b) They regulated trade and protected craftsmen's interests.
c) They were military organizations.
d) They focused on agricultural development.

3.​ What was the primary reason for the rise of independent kingdoms after the decline of the
Mughal Empire?

a) Strong central authority of the Mughals​

b) Weak successors and decentralization of power​
c) Foreign invasions​
d) Religious reforms

4.​ Which independent kingdom was established in the Deccan under the leadership of
Nizam-ul-Mulk?

a) Mysore Kingdom​
b) Hyderabad State​
c) Awadh Kingdom​
d) Bengal Subah

5.​ Which of the following kingdoms was established in the Punjab region after the decline of
the Mughal Empire?

a) Maratha Empire​
b) Sikh Empire​
c) Rajput Kingdom​
d) Jat Kingdom

MAP SKILLS-

1.​ Locate the following in the political map of India-

Any two capital cities of medieval

period-

Any two ancient administrative towns-

Any two- a. Pilgrimage towns

b. Trading towns
c. Founded towns

A: These were former Mughal provinces that gained considerable autonomy. It includes:

●​ Awadh: Founded by Saadat Khan.

●​ Bengal: Under Murshid Quli Khan.

●​ Hyderabad: Established by Nizam-ul-Mulk Asaf Jah.

B: Mapping the Independent Kingdoms:

The Maratha Confederacy: Under the leadership of the Peshwas.

 The Sikh Kingdom: In Punjab, under rulers like Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

The Kingdom of Mysore: In South India, under Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan.

The Rajput States: Various kingdoms like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, etc.

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ADVERTISING & MARKET AROUND US

1: Answer the following questions:
1)​ What do you understand about social advertising? (2)
2)​ Who are itinerant retailers? Describe any type of itinerant retailer.(3)
3)​ Explain the functions of wholesalers and retailers. (5)
4)​ Mention any two disadvantages of advertising on radio. (2)
5)​ State three advantages of the farmer's market? (3)
6)​ What is social advertising? How is it different from commercial advertising
(3)
7)​ What are departmental stores?What factors affect the people’s choice of
market.(1+4=5)
8)​ Why was the Consumer Protection Act,1986 passed? (2)
9)​ Briefly explain the role of intermediaries in the supply chain? (3)
10)​ Mention the factors affect the people’s choice of a market? (3)
11)​What is supply chain? (1)

2. Multiple choice questions:

a.​ What is the main difference between a retailer and a wholesaler?

a) Retailers sell in bulk, while wholesalers sell in small quantities​
b) Retailers sell directly to consumers, while wholesalers sell to retailers​
c) Retailers produce goods, while wholesalers transport goods​
d) There is no difference

b.​ Which of the following is an ethical concern in advertising?

a) Using celebrities to promote products​
b) Making false or exaggerated claims​
c) Targeting a specific audience​
d) Using colorful visuals

c.​ Which of the following is a duty of a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act?

a) To purchase goods without a bill​

b) To be aware of their rights and responsibilities​
c) To exploit sellers​
d) To avoid complaining about defective products

d.​ Assertion (A): Departmental stores offer a wide variety of products under one roof.
Reason (R): Departmental stores are designed to provide convenience to customers by
eliminating the need to visit multiple shops.

a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.​

b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.​
c) A is true, but R is false.​
d) A is false, but R is true.

e.​ Assertion (A): Departmental stores are less common in rural areas.

Reason (R): Rural areas have lower population density and limited purchasing power,
making them less profitable for departmental stores.
a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.​
b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.​
c) A is true, but R is false.​
d) A is false, but R is true.

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