Class-5 SST Practice Set – 3 – The Smart Visions

Created on September 01, 2024

Olympiad class 5 SST: Climate and Weather

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo gained independence from colonial rule in the year:-

A) 1975

B) 1982

C) 1956

D) 1960

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The term monsoon associated with:-

A) Mild and stable weather

B) Extreme cold temperatures

C) Desert Climates

D) Heavy rainfall and strong winds

3 / 25

Which international airport serves as the main gateway of Greenland?

A) Copenhagen Airport

B) Kangercussuaq international Airport

C) Thule Air Base

D) Nuuk Airport

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What is the name of the small burrowing mammal that is common in North American grasslands and is known for building elaborate underground tunnels?

A) Prairie dog

B) Gopher

C) Hedgehog

D) Mole

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Greenland is known for its unique wildlife. Which of the following animals is native to Greenland?

A) Polar Bear

B) Giraffe

C) Kangaroo

D) Koala

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Which temperate grassland found in Australia and is characterized by its unique flora ana fauna, including kangaroos and eucalyptus trees?

A) Downs

B) Pampas

C) Bushveld

D) Velds

7 / 25

Which Saudi Arabian city is considered the holiest in Islam and the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad?

A) Mecca

B) Medina

C) Jeddah

D) Riyadh

8 / 25

Which of the following is NOT a green house gas?

A) Oxygen (O2)

B) Carbon dioxide (CO2)

C) Water vapour(H2O)

D) Methane (CH4)

9 / 25

What does "DRC" stand for in the context of the topic?

A) Democratic republic of Cuba

B) Democratic republic of the Congo

C) Democratic republic of China

D) Democratic republic of Canada

10 / 25

What is the primary language spoken in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

A) English

B) French

C) Swahili

D) Portuguese

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Which continent is home to the largest grassland, often referred to as the "breadbasket of the world"?

A) South America

B) Asia

C) Africa

D) North America

12 / 25

The tool used to measure wind speed is called:-

A) Hydrometer

B) Barometer

C) Anemometer

D) Thermometer

13 / 25

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia?

A) Mecca

B) Jeddah

C) Riyadh

D) Medina

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Which of the following factors influences the climate of a region?

A) Latitude

B) Ocean current

C) Wind speed

D) All of the above

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The climate zone located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn is called:-

A) Temperate

B) Polar

C) Tropical

D) Arid

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What is the capital city of Greenland?

A) Reykjavik

B) Nuuk

C) Oslo

D) Copenhagen

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Which climate zone is characterized by mild temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it suitable for agriculture

A) Polar

B) Arid

C) Temperate

D) Tropical

18 / 25

What is the primary factor influencing the distribution of temperate grasslands around the world?

A) Altitude

B) Oceans currents

C) Longitude

D) Latitude

19 / 25

Which indigenous people primarily inhabit Greenland?

A) Sami

B) Maori

C) Aborigines

D) Inuit

20 / 25

Regions near the Equator experience:-

A) Harsh winters

B) Hot Climate

C) Heavy snowfall

D) Extreme cold

21 / 25

What are the grassland of North America called?

A) Greenland

B) Stepe

C) Prairies

D) Pampas

22 / 25

Which sea lies to the south of Saudi Arabia?

A) Mediterranean Sea

B) Arabian Sea

C) Red Sea

D) Caspian Sea

23 / 25

Greenland is known for its vast ice sheet. What percentage of Greenland's surface covered by ice?

A) 50%

B) 75%

C) 80%

D) 99%

24 / 25

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the part of the African region known as the:-

A) Sahel

B) Horn of Africa

C) Great rift Valley

D) Central Congo Basin

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What is the name of the tall, flowering grass often found in North American prairies that played a crucial role in the diet of Native American tribes?

A) Buffalo grass

B) Indian grass

C) Switch grass

D) Blue grama

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