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The document is an annual examination revision worksheet for Grade 6 Social Studies, focusing on the realms of the Earth. It includes multiple sections with questions that cover topics such as ecosystems, the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and the biosphere, along with a case study. The worksheet aims to assess students' understanding of geographical concepts and the importance of maintaining balance among Earth's realms.

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Realms of The Earth

The document is an annual examination revision worksheet for Grade 6 Social Studies, focusing on the realms of the Earth. It includes multiple sections with questions that cover topics such as ecosystems, the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and the biosphere, along with a case study. The worksheet aims to assess students' understanding of geographical concepts and the importance of maintaining balance among Earth's realms.

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ANNUAL EXAMINATION REVISION WORKSHEET 2024- 2025

SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES


REALMS OF THE EARTH
GRADE: 6

(Section-A) (3 Marks)
A. Choose the correct answer from the given options:
1. (1)
The _____________Separates Africa from Asia
i. Suez Canal
ii. Panama Canal
iii. Strait of Gibraltar
iv. Red Sea

2. The atmosphere approximately extends up to (1)


i. 1000km
ii. 1200km
iii. 1400km
iv. 1600km

3. The hydrosphere refers to: (1)


i. The layer of gases surrounding the Earth.
ii. The region of the Earth containing water.
iii. The solid outer shell of the Earth.
iv. The region where plant life exists on Earth.

(Section-B) (4 Marks)
B. Answer the following questions: (Two points each)
4. Define the following terms.
1) Ecosystem (1)
(1)
2) Continent

5. Why does the Earth appear blue from space? (2)


(OR)
Which is the smallest continent? By what other name do we often call it?
(Section-C) (6 Marks)
C. Answer the following questions: (Three points each)

6. Observe the picture carefully and answer the following:

a. What is the name of the process where water changes from liquid to vapor (1)
due to the sun’s heat?
b. Which realm of the Earth plays a crucial role in supporting the water cycle (2)
by storing and moving water? Write any one importance of this realm.

7. Why is the Atlantic Ocean the busiest ocean? (3)


(OR)
How do the concepts of continent and sea level differ in terms of their
geographical characteristics?

(Section-D) (4 Marks)
D. Read the case study given below and answer the questions that follow:
8. The term bios means life. Thus, biosphere is that realm of the Earth where life
exists. It is a narrow zone where land, water and air come into contact with each
other. Living beings exist only in the biosphere. It is this biosphere which makes
the Earth a unique planet in the solar system.
The inhabitants of the biosphere are classified into two major groups- the plant
kingdom and the animal kingdom.
a. What does the term bios mean? (1)
b. Why is Earth considered unique in the solar system? (1)
c. Into how many major groups are the inhabitants of the biosphere classified? (2)

(Section-E) (5 Marks)

E. Answer the following questions:


9. Why do you think that we should maintain a balance among all the realms of (5)
the Earth?
ANSWER KEY

(Section-A) (3 Marks)
A. Choose the correct answer from the given options:
(1)
1. The Separates Africa from Asia
i. Suez Canal
ii. Panama Canal
iii. Strait of Gibraltar
iv. Red Sea
2. The atmosphere approximately extends up to (1)
v. 1000km
vi. 1200km
vii. 1400km
viii. 1600km
3. The hydrosphere refers to: (1)
i. The layer of gases surrounding the Earth.
ii. The region of the Earth containing water.
iii. The solid outer shell of the Earth.
iv. The region where plant life exists on Earth.

(Section-B) (4 Marks)
B. Answer the following questions: (Two points each)
4. Define the following terms.
3) Ecosystem- A distinct zone in the biosphere, with its own climate, (1)
plant & animal life.
(1)
4) Continent- A large area of continuous land rising above the sea level.

5. Why does the Earth appear blue from space? (2)


Ans- The Earth appears blue from space because about 71% of the
surface of the Earth is covered with water, so when seen from space it looks
blue. Hence, the name blue planet.
(OR)
Which is the smallest continent? By what other name do we often call it?
Ans- Australia, it is commonly known as Island Continent.
(Section-C) (6 Marks)
C. Answer the following questions: (Three points each)
6. Observe the picture carefully and answer the following: (3)
a.What is the name of the process where water changes from liquid to
vapor due to the sun’s heat? - Evaporation (1)
b. Which realm of the Earth plays a crucial role in supporting the water
cycle by storing and moving water? Write any one importance this realm. (2)
Hydrosphere
❖ The water cycle is one of the factors that make life possible on Earth.
❖ Water in the air results in weather phenomena.
❖ Oceans have a moderating effect on the climate of coastal regions.
❖ Electricity can be generated from water.
❖ Water from rivers and lakes as well as underground water is used for
irrigation and our daily requirements.

7. Why is the Atlantic Ocean the busiest ocean? (3)


• The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest ocean situated between the North
and South America on one side and Europe and Africa on the other side.
• Due to the irregular shape, the coastlines of Atlantic Ocean are longer
than the coastlines of the Pacific Ocean and Indian Oceans put together.
• The Atlantic Ocean is known as the busiest ocean (in terms of passenger
and cargo traffic) of the world from the point of view of commerce.
• It is situated between two of the most developed regions of the world,
North America and Europe, making it very important for trade and
commerce.
(OR)
How do the concepts of continent and sea level differ in terms of their
geographical characteristics?
• The large masses of land are called continents.
• All the oceans are connected with each other. Thus, the level of sea water
remains the same throughout the world. This level of sea water is known
as sea level.

(Section-D) (4 Marks)
D. Read the case study given below and answer the questions that follow:
8. a. What does the term bios mean? (1)
Answer: The term bios means life.

b. Why is Earth considered unique in the solar system?


Answer: Earth is considered unique because it has a biosphere, which is (1)
the only place where life exists.

c. Into how many major groups are the inhabitants of the biosphere
classified?
Answer: The inhabitants of the biosphere are classified into two major (2)
groups: the plant kingdom and the animal kingdom.
(Section-E) (5 Marks)

E. Answer the following questions:


9. Why do you think that we should maintain a balance among all the realms (5)
of the Earth?
• All the realms have a natural capacity to regenerate and purify themselves.
• However, to meet the demands of the rapidly growing population, more
and more of the natural resources are being used up.
• Forests are being cleared, minerals are being recklessly extracted.
• Various industries and vehicles are polluting the land, water and air.
Thus, there is an urgent need to protect our environment and maintain the
balance among all the realms of the Earth.

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