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1. What is communication?
Sharing of information between two or more individuals or within a group to
reach a common understanding.

2. What are the 7Cs of effective communication?

Clear, Concise, Concrete, Correct, Coherent, Complete and Courteous.

3. What is verbal communication?

Sharing of information by using words.

4. What is non-verbal communication?

Exchanging information without words.

5. What is visual communication?

Exchanging information through images or pictures.

6. What is the purpose of using capital letters?

To capitalize months, the letter 'I', names, titles and start of sentences.

7. What is a punctuation mark?

A set of marks that separate parts of a sentence to explain its meaning.

8. What is a noun?
A word for a person, place, thing or idea.

9. What is a verb?
A word that expresses action or being.

10. What is a sentence?

A group of words that communicates a complete thought.

11. What is an active voice sentence?

A sentence where the subject does an action.

12. What is a passive voice sentence?

A sentence where the subject receives an action.

13. What is a statement sentence?

A sentence that provides information or states a fact.
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14. What is a question sentence? A sentence that asks a question.

15. What is an exclamatory sentence?

A sentence that expresses strong emotion.

16. What does the word 'phonetics' mean?

The study of the sounds we make when we speak.

17. What are the three basic types of sounds in English?

Vowels, diphthongs and consonants.

18. What is the purpose of greetings?

To start a conversation nicely.

19. When do we use formal greetings?

When greeting someone we don't know well.

20. When do we use informal greetings?

When greeting friends or family members.

21. How do we introduce ourselves?

By telling our name and general information.

22. What is a form?

A typed or printed page with blank spaces for information.

23. Why do we ask questions?

To gain new knowledge, get information and avoid doubts.

24. What is the 5W+1H method?

Using the words Who, What, When, Where, Why and How to ask questions.

25. What are close-ended questions?

Questions that can be answered with yes or no.

26. What are open-ended questions?

Questions that require more information than just yes or no.

27. How do we form close-ended questions?

By adding helping verbs like be, do, have or exchanging subject and verb
positions.
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28. How do we form open-ended questions?
By using question words like what, why, who, etc.

29. What is a noun?

A naming word that refers to a person, place, thing or idea.

30. What is a pronoun?

A word used in place of a noun.

31. What is an adjective?

A word that describes a noun or pronoun.

32. What is an adverb?

A word that modifies verbs, adjectives or other adverbs.

33. What is an article?

The words a, an, the used before nouns.

34. What is a conjunction?

A word that joins two words, phrases or sentences.

35. What is a preposition?

A word placed before a noun to show relation.

36. What is an interjection?

A word expressing emotion like wow, oh, etc.

37. What is the subject in a sentence?

The person or thing that does the action.

38. What is the verb in a sentence?

The action word.

39. What is the object in a sentence?

The person or thing that receives the action.

40. What is a direct object?

The object that directly receives the action.

41. What is an indirect object?

The object that answers to whom or for whom the action was done.
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42. How do we write paragraphs?
By grouping sentences with a common idea.

43. What are vowel sounds?

Sounds made when pronouncing vowels like a, e, i, o, u.

44. What are diphthong sounds?

Combination sounds made by combining two vowels.

45. What are consonant sounds?

Sounds that are neither vowels nor diphthongs.

46. What does a facial expression show?

The feelings of a person.

47. What does body posture show?

Confidence and feelings.

48. What does touch convey in communication?

Intimacy and closeness.

49. Why do we maintain eye contact?

It indicates interest in the conversation.

50. What is paralanguage?

The tone, speed and volume of speaking voice.
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Multiple Choice Questions
1. Communication is the 'sharing' of information between:
(a) Two individuals
(b) Within a group
(c) Two or more individuals
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

2. Which of the following is an example of receiving information in verbal

communication?
(a) Speaking
(b) Writing
(c) Reading
(d) Listening

Answer: (c) Reading

3. Which of the following is not a factor affecting perspectives in

communication?
(a) Language
(b) Visual perception
(c) Culture
(d) Punctuation

Answer: (d) Punctuation

4. Which of the following is not one of the 7 Cs of effective communication?

(a) Clear
(b) Coherent
(c) Formal
(d) Complete

Answer: (c) Formal

5. Which of the following is an example of oral communication?

(a) Writing letters
(b) Sending emails
(c) Classroom teaching
(d) Using SMS

Answer: (c) Classroom teaching

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6. Which of the following is a disadvantage of verbal communication?

(a) It is easy and quick
(b) Cultural differences between sender and receiver
(c) Can exchange ideas easily
(d) Can change communication as per other's reply

Answer: (b) Cultural differences between sender and receiver

7. Which of the following is not a part of the 3Ps of public speaking?

(a) Prepare
(b) Perform
(c) Punctuate
(d) Practice

Answer: (c) Punctuate

8. Which of the following is not a type of non-verbal communication?

(a) Facial expressions
(b) Posture
(c) Gestures
(d) Speaking

Answer: (d) Speaking

9. Which of the following is an example of visual communication?

(a) Sign for ladies and gents toilet
(b) Speaking face-to-face
(c) Speaking on a phone
(d) Writing letters

Answer: (a) Sign for ladies and gents toilet

10. Phonetics is the study of:

(a) Writing words in English
(b) How people understand sentences
(c) The sounds we make when we speak
(d) How many words the English language has

Answer: (c) The sounds we make when we speak

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11. Which of the following is an example of a formal greeting?
(a) Hey! How are you doing?
(b) Good morning, Sir!
(c) Hi! Good to meet you.
(d) Hi! I am doing great!

Answer: (b) Good morning, Sir!

12. When introducing yourself, you should include information about:

(a) Your name
(b) What you do
(c) Your likes/dislikes
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

13. The PIN code in an address is:

(a) A group of numbers used to identify a government building
(b) A code used to indicate the door number of a house
(c) A group of numbers used by the post office to identify a region
(d) A code used to identify different post offices

Answer: (c) A group of numbers used by the post office to identify a region

14. Which question word is used to ask about people?

(a) What
(b) Where
(c) When
(d) Who

Answer: (d) Who

15. The 5W+1H method helps to:

(a) Make sure we have complete information
(b) Frame questions quickly
(c) Answer questions precisely
(d) All of the above
Answer: (a) Make sure we have complete information
16. Questions that can be answered with "yes" or "no" are called:
(a) Open-ended questions
(b) Close-ended questions
(c) Wh-questions
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) Close-ended questions
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17. To form a close-ended question, we often:
(a) Add a helping verb before the subject
(b) Exchange positions of subject and verb
(c) Use question words like what, why, how
(d) Both (a) and (b)

Answer: (d) Both (a) and (b)

18. A sentence begins with:

(a) A capital letter
(b) A full stop
(c) A comma
(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) A capital letter

19. Which of these is a conjunction?

(a) An
(b) But
(c) In
(d) The

Answer: (b) But

20. Capitalization rules are summarized by the acronym:

(a) MINS
(b) MINTS
(c) NAMES
(d) CAPS

Answer: (b) MINTS

21. Which of these is a preposition?

(a) And
(b) In
(c) The
(d) He
Answer: (b) In
22. Which part of speech is "happy" in "I am happy"?
(a) Noun
(b) Pronoun
(c) Adjective
(d) Verb
Answer: (c) Adjective
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23. A subject is:
(a) The action done
(b) The person or thing doing an action
(c) The person or thing receiving the action
(d) None of the above

Answer: (b) The person or thing doing an action

24. Which type of sentence asks a question?

(a) Statement
(b) Interrogative
(c) Exclamatory
(d) Imperative

Answer: (b) Interrogative

25. Which of these correctly uses uppercase letters?

(a) sanjay lives in Mumbai.
(b) I like Reading Books.
(c) We live in Delhi.
(d) The Ganga is a river.

Answer: (d) The Ganga is a river.

26. Which punctuation mark shows strong emotion?

(a) Full stop
(b) Comma
(c) Exclamation mark
(d) Question mark

Answer: (c) Exclamation mark

27. Which part of speech describes a verb, adjective or another adverb?

(a) Noun
(b) Pronoun
(c) Adverb
(d) Adjective
Answer: (c) Adverb
28. Which word is a noun in "The cat ran out of the house"?
(a) The
(b) Ran
(c) Out
(d) Cat
Answer: (d) Cat
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29. The first letter of months should be capitalized according to which rule?
(a) M
(b) I
(c) N
(d) T

Answer: (a) M

30. Which punctuation mark shows possession?

(a) Full stop
(b) Comma
(c) Apostrophe
(d) Exclamation mark

Answer: (c) Apostrophe

31. Vowels are:

(a) a, e, i, o, u
(b) b, c, d, f, g
(c) p, q, r, s, t
(d) w, x, y, z

Answer: (a) a, e, i, o, u

32. Which part of speech joins words or phrases?

(a) Noun
(b) Verb
(c) Conjunction
(d) Pronoun

Answer: (c) Conjunction

33. An object answers the question:

(a) What?
(b) Who?
(c) When?
(d) Where?

Answer: (a) What?

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34. If a sentence has both a direct and indirect object, the indirect object
answers:
(a) What?
(b) To whom?
(c) Where?
(d) When?

Answer: (b) To whom?

35. An active voice sentence has the subject:

(a) Doing the action
(b) Receiving the action
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) Doing the action

36. A passive voice sentence has the subject:

(a) Doing the action
(b) Receiving the action
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (b) Receiving the action

37. Which part of speech expresses emotion?

(a) Noun
(b) Verb
(c) Adjective
(d) Interjection

Answer: (d) Interjection

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Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is communication?
(a) Inform (tell someone about something)
(b) Influence (get someone to do something you want)
(c) Share thoughts, ideas, feelings
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

2. Which of the following methods are used to receive information from the
sender through a letter?
(a) Listening
(b) Speaking
(c) Reading
(d) Writing
Answer: (c) Reading

3. Why do we send emails?

(a) To reach on time
(b) To share documents and files
(c) To talk to each other
(d) To meet each other
Answer: (b) To share documents and files

4. Which of these is a positive (good) facial expression?

(a) Staring hard
(b) Nodding while listening
(c) Wrinkled forehead
(d) Looking away from the speaker
Answer: (b) Nodding while listening

5. What does an upright (straight) body posture convey/show?

(a) Shyness
(b) Fear
(c) Confidence
(d) Intelligence
Answer: (c) Confidence

6. Which of these is not an appropriate non-verbal communication at work?

(a) Putting arm around a coworker's shoulder
(b) Shaking hands firmly
(c) Looking at the speaker with a smile
(d) Standing with an upright posture
Answer: (a) Putting arm around a coworker's shoulder
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7. When you are preparing for a presentation, you should?

(a) Focus on the objectives of the presentation
(b) Practice your speech in front of a mirror or friend
(c) Do rehearsals to time your presentation of slides
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

8. What is phonetics?
(a) It is the study of how we write words in English.
(b) It is the study of how people understand sentences.
(c) It is the study of how many words the English language has.
(d) It is the study of the sounds we make when we speak.
Answer: (d) It is the study of the sounds we make when we speak.

9. What are the different types of sounds used in English pronunciation?

(a) Vowel sounds
(b) Diphthong sounds
(c) Consonant sounds
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

10. You say 'Good Morning' when it is?

(a) 11 am
(b) 9 am
(c) 8 am
(d) All (a), (b) and (c)
Answer: (d) All (a), (b) and (c)

11. You may say 'Hi' when you meet?

(a) Your teacher in class
(b) A senior in the office
(c) Your Principal
(d) Your friends at a shop
Answer: (d) Your friends at a shop

12. You say 'Good Afternoon' when it is?

(a) 10 am
(b) 11.59 am
(c) 6 pm
(d) 1 pm
Answer: (d) 1 pm
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13. You say 'Good Evening' when it is?
(a) 11 am
(b) 9 am
(c) 2 pm
(d) 7 pm
Answer: (d) 7 pm

14. Which of the following words would complete the blank: "____ first name
is Yasmin."
(a) My
(b) Her
(c) His
(d) Their
Answer: (a) My

15. A postal code is?

(a) A group of numbers or letters used to identify a government building.
(b) A code used to indicate the door number of a house.
(c) A group of numbers or letters used by the post office to identify a region.
(d) A code used to identify different post offices.
Answer: (c) A group of numbers or letters used by the post office to identify a
region.

16. Raju is the class monitor. He wants to know why Ramesh is coming late
every day. Which question should Raju ask Ramesh?
(a) Do you come on time?
(b) Are you late?
(c) Why are you late every day?
(d) Will it not be easier to complete your work if you come on time?
Answer: (c) Why are you late every day?

17. If you have not understood a task given to you, which question should you
ask?
(a) Where are the reports of this task?
(b) Can you repeat the instructions for this task?
(c) Can you give me an example of this task?
(d) Why are you doing this task?
Answer: (b) Can you repeat the instructions for this task?

18. What are close-ended questions?

(a) Questions that can have any answer
(b) Questions that do not have answers
(c) Questions with yes/no answers
(d) Questions that have many answers
Answer: (c) Questions with yes/no answers
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19. Which of these are open-ended questions?

(a) Where do you live?
(b) Are you hungry?
(c) How do you feel?
(d) Did you meet him?
Answer: (a) Where do you live? and (c) How do you feel?

20. Which of these are question words?

(a) What
(b) Want
(c) Which
(d) How
Answer: (a) What, (c) Which, (d) How

21. Which of these is the correct way to convert the sentence "You are studying"
into a question?
(a) You are studying?
(b) Studying you are?
(c) Are you studying?
(d) Studying are you?
Answer: (c) Are you studying?

22. What is a sentence?

(a) A group of ideas that form a complete paragraph
(b) A group of words that communicate a complete thought
(c) A set of rules that we must follow to write correctly
(d) A set of words that contains all the basic punctuation marks
Answer: (b) A group of words that communicate a complete thought

23. Which of these sentences use uppercase letters correctly?

(a) I am Hungry.
(b) Divya and sunil are reading.
(c) The bucket is Full of water.
(d) She lives in Delhi.
Answer: (d) She lives in Delhi.

24. Which of these sentences are punctuated correctly?

(a) Where are you going.
(b) I have a pen a notebook and a pencil.
(c) I am so happy to see you!
(d) This is Abdul's house.
Answer: (c) I am so happy to see you! and (d) This is Abdul's house.
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25. Identify the noun, pronoun, adjective, verb and adverb in this sentence:
"Sanjay plays football everyday."
(a) Sanjay - noun, plays - verb, football - noun, everyday - adverb
(b) Sanjay - pronoun, plays - verb, football - noun, everyday - adjective
(c) Sanjay - noun, plays - adjective, football - verb, everyday - adverb
(d) Sanjay - pronoun, plays - noun, football - adjective, everyday - adverb
Answer: (a) Sanjay - noun, plays - verb, football - noun, everyday - adverb

26. Identify the subject in the sentence, "The children played football."
(a) The children
(b) Children played
(c) Played
(d) Football
Answer: (a) The children

27. Identify the object in the sentence, "The children played football."
(a) The children
(b) Children played
(c) Played
(d) Football
Answer: (d) Football

28. Which of these sentences has both indirect and direct objects?
(a) I am watching TV.
(b) She bought a blue pen.
(c) The girls played cricket.
(d) He wrote his sister a letter.
Answer: (d) He wrote his sister a letter.

29. Which of these sentences is in passive voice?

(a) They are watching a movie.
(b) The clock was repaired by Raju.
(c) He is sleeping in the room.
(d) My pet dog bit the postman.
Answer: (b) The clock was repaired by Raju.
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Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each, total 4 marks)
1. What is the purpose of communication?
(a) Inform
(b) Influence
(c) Share thoughts, ideas, feelings
(d) All of the above

2. Which of these is a positive (good) facial expression?

(a) Staring hard
(b) Nodding while listening
(c) Wrinkled forehead
(d) Looking away from the speaker

3. What are close-ended questions?

(a) Questions that can have any answer
(b) Questions that do not have answers
(c) Questions with yes/no answers
(d) Questions that have many answers

4. Which of these is the correct way to convert the sentence "You are studying"
into a question?
(a) You are studying?
(b) Studying you are?
(c) Are you studying?
(d) Studying are you?

Fill in the Blanks (1 mark each, total 4 marks)

5. The _____ is the study of the sounds we make when we speak.
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6. Using the right _____ while speaking makes our message more effective.
7. _____ are words that join two nouns, phrases or sentences.
8. A _____ is a word used in place of a noun.

Short Answer Questions (2 marks each, total 4 marks)

9. Explain the importance of non-verbal communication.
10. Give an example of an open-ended question and a close-ended question.
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1. What is self-management?
Self-management is the ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and
behavior effectively in different situations.

2. What does self-management help with?

It helps in future studies, work and life.

3. What are some examples of self-management skills?

Self-awareness, self-control, self-confidence, problem-solving, self-motivation,
personal hygiene and grooming, positive thinking, teamwork.

4. What does self-awareness mean?

Knowing yourself as an individual - your values, likes, dislikes, strengths and
weaknesses.

5. How can self-control be described?

The ability to control your behavior and discipline.

6. What does self-confidence involve?

Believing in yourself that you can do any task given to you and not being scared
of taking risks.

7. What is the difference between interests and abilities?

Interests are things you enjoy doing, while abilities are acquired or natural
capacities to perform a task proficiently.

8. How can you build self-confidence?

By setting goals, appreciating your achievements, and thinking positively.

9. What is positive thinking?

Focusing on the good in things rather than worrying about the negatives.

10. What is the SMILE model for positive thinking?

S - Start your day positively
M - Make time to relax
I - Imagine the best
L - Learn to take criticism healthily
E - Express gratitude

11. Why is personal hygiene important?

It helps stay healthy, create a good image, and avoid feeling ashamed due to bad
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12. What are the three steps to personal hygiene?

Care, Wash, Avoid

13. What does grooming involve?

The process of making yourself look neat, tidy and smart.

14. Why is dressing and grooming important?

It helps look smart, feel confident, and make a good impression.

15. What should clothes look like according to grooming guidelines?

Clean, neat, and ironed.

16. How should hair be kept according to grooming guidelines?

Washed regularly, simple hairstyles, well-combed.

17. What do the grooming guidelines say about face?

Face should look clean by shaving regularly, neat trimmed mustache, clean teeth
without stains.

18. What is the procedure for washing hands effectively?

Wet hands, apply soap, rub palms together, scrub between fingers, rinse
thoroughly, dry with towel.

19. What are interests according to the document?

Activities you enjoy or are curious about doing.

20. What are abilities according to the document?

Natural or acquired capacities to perform a task proficiently.

21. What is the difference between self-confidence and self-awareness?

Self-awareness is knowing yourself, while self-confidence is believing in your
abilities.

22. What are some qualities of self-confident people?

Self-belief, hard work, positive attitude, commitment.

23. Why is positive thinking important?

It leads to overcoming challenges, doing well, better work performance and
happiness.
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24. What does CARE stand for in personal hygiene?

Keep hair clean, use oil/creams, brush teeth regularly, cut nails weekly.

25. What does WASH stand for in personal hygiene?

Wash hands frequently, take bath daily, wash clothes regularly, wash hair every
2 days, wash feet often.

26. What does AVOID stand for in personal hygiene?

Avoid spreading germs by using handkerchief, keep feet dry, change socks
daily.

27. How can you develop self-confidence?

Set goals, appreciate achievements, think positively, talk to confident people.

28. What are the factors that decrease self-confidence?

Thinking you cannot do something, dwelling on past mistakes, expecting
success at first attempt, negative surroundings.

29. What is the importance of understanding strengths and weaknesses?

It helps know what you can/cannot do and plan for improvement accordingly.

30. How can interests sometimes not match abilities?

You may enjoy an activity but not have the necessary skills/capacity to perform
it proficiently.

31. What should good grooming include for clothes?

Fit properly, neat and ironed.

32. What should good grooming include for hair?

Clean and neatly combed.

33. What should good grooming include for teeth?

Clean and brushed daily.

34. What should good grooming include for shoes?

Clean and polished.

35. Why is it important to look presentable?

It shows you are confident, smart and sincere.

36. What message does inappropriate dressing send?

That you may lack confidence and the opposite qualities.
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37. When is personal hygiene required at work?

Jobs requiring close interaction with customers/clients.

38. How does chewing betel leaves impact personal hygiene?

It can stain teeth and cause bad breath.

39. What happens if you lack self-confidence?

Others may not recognize your talents easily.

40. How can positive attitude help in sports?

It can help review strategies to improve performance after a loss.

41. Why is gratitude important for positive thinking?

Expressing gratitude helps develop a positive mindset.

42. What should be avoided while sitting for exams due to lack of confidence?
Thinking you will not score well due to poor skills.

43. How can helping others make you feel positive?

Social work provides a sense of satisfaction.

44. Why is teamwork considered a self-management skill?

It involves working effectively with others to accomplish shared goals.

45. What should be the frequency of changing toothbrush?

As soon as it becomes misshapen.

46. How can you improve your skills according to your abilities?
By conducting experiments or making things using hands-on learning.

47. Why is problem-solving considered a self-management skill?

It involves understanding a problem and using a step-by-step approach to find
solutions.

48. How does time management relate to self-management?

It involves effectively managing timelines and schedules.

49. What should be avoided while coughing or sneezing for hygiene?

Doing it openly, without covering mouth/using handkerchief.

50. How does goal-setting relate to self-management?

It involves planning concrete goals to be accomplished within a timeframe.
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Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not a self-management skill?
(a) Problem solving
(b) Bargaining
(c) Understanding self
(d) Confidence building
Answer: (b) Bargaining

2. Grooming is a term associated with

(a) Time management
(b) Problem solving
(c) Neat and clean appearance
(d) Self-management
Answer: (c) Neat and clean appearance

3. What is the best way to start our day positively?

(a) Think about all that can go wrong
(b) Think about the difficult test you will face during the day
(c) Think about all your accomplishments so far and feel good about it
(d) Think about the traffic on the road and feel stressed
Answer: (c) Think about all your accomplishments so far and feel good about it

4. Rahul gets feedback on his project work from his class teacher. Which of
these options demonstrates positive attitude in this situation?
(a) Rahul ignores the feedback
(b) Rahul takes the feedback but does not use it
(c) Rahul tells others that the teacher is wrong
(d) Rahul learns from the feedback and makes his project work better
Answer: (d) Rahul learns from the feedback and makes his project work better

5. What can you do to get rid of negative thoughts or feelings?

(a) Meditate to calm down and feel positive
(b) Ignore them and move on in life
(c) Act based on the negative thoughts or feelings
(d) Talk to a friend and share all your negative feelings
Answer: (a) Meditate to calm down and feel positive

6. Do you think people living in hill stations can skip taking a bath for many
days?
(a) No, irrespective of the climate, one should take a bath regularly
(b) Yes, not taking bath for many days is acceptable for people staying in cold
climate
(c) Yes, if they wipe themselves with a wet cloth, then it is fine
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(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) No, irrespective of the climate, one should take a bath regularly

7. Radha wants to grow her hair and she applies a lot of hair oil. She does not
wash her hair for days and sometimes it smells bad too. What would be your
suggestion to her?
(a) She can leave the oil in her hair, after all it helps her hair to grow
(b) She can leave it on at night and wash her hair every day before leaving home
(c) She should not apply the oil at all
(d) She can apply the oil and pour a little water on her hair before leaving home
to reduce the smell
Answer: (b) She can leave it on at night and wash her hair every day before
leaving home

8. Dressing and grooming are important because they help us to

look_____________________.
(a) Smart
(b) Untidy
(c) Shabby
(d) All of the above
Answer: (a) Smart

9. The following image is an example of _________________ shirt.

(Image of a formal shirt)
(a) Informal
(b) Formal
(c) Both of the above
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) Formal

10. The following image is an example of _________________ T-shirt.

(Image of an informal T-shirt)
(a) Informal
(b) Formal
(c) Both of the above
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) Informal

11. What steps should one take to build confidence?

(a) Set goals in life
(b) Appreciate oneself for all the achievements
(c) Always think positively
(d) Talk to people who are confident
Answer: All options (a), (b), (c), and (d) can help build confidence.
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12. Which of the following is a quality of a self-confident person?

(a) Patient
(b) Compassionate
(c) Committed
(d) Passionate
Answer: (c) Committed

13. I enjoy working with a group of people.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess interests, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person enjoys working with groups or not.

14. I like working with tools.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess interests, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person likes working with tools or not.

15. I enjoy learning about numbers.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess interests, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person enjoys learning about numbers or not.

16. I like giving directions to people.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess interests, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person likes giving directions or not.

17. I can resolve problems between friends.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess abilities, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person can resolve problems between friends or not.

18. I am good at athletics/sports.

(a) Yes
(b) No
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Answer: This is a statement to assess abilities, not a question. The answer

depends on whether the person is good at athletics/sports or not.

19. I plan my activities for the day.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess abilities, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person plans their activities for the day or not.

20. I am good at solving jigsaw/visual puzzles.

(a) Yes
(b) No
Answer: This is a statement to assess abilities, not a question. The answer
depends on whether the person is good at solving jigsaw/visual puzzles or not.

21. Which of the following is a way to keep your thinking positive?

(a) See the opportunity in every challenge
(b) Focus on the negatives
(c) Complain about difficulties
(d) Give up easily
Answer: (a) See the opportunity in every challenge

22. When we keep thinking of our past mistakes and feel bad about it, instead of
learning from them, it decreases our self-confidence.
(a) True
(b) False
Answer: (a) True

23. Which of the following habits should be avoided to maintain good personal
hygiene?
(a) Washing hands frequently
(b) Taking a bath every day
(c) Blowing nose/coughing into a handkerchief
(d) Wearing dirty clothes
Answer: (d) Wearing dirty clothes

24. Which of the following is NOT a guideline for good grooming?

(a) Wearing clean and ironed clothes
(b) Keeping hair neat and tidy
(c) Wearing flashy jewelry and accessories
(d) Keeping teeth clean and stain-free
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Answer: (c) Wearing flashy jewelry and accessories

25. Self-management involves:

(a) Understanding your interests and abilities
(b) Having a positive attitude
(c) Grooming yourself
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

26. Which of the following is NOT a step to building self-confidence?

(a) Setting goals
(b) Appreciating your achievements
(c) Thinking negatively
(d) Talking to confident people
Answer: (c) Thinking negatively

27. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of positive thinking?

(a) Helping you do well at work
(b) Making people around you unhappy
(c) Overcoming challenges
(d) Making you an energetic individual
Answer: (b) Making people around you unhappy

28. Which of the following is NOT a step to maintain personal hygiene?

(a) Keeping your hair clean
(b) Wearing dirty clothes
(c) Washing your hands frequently
(d) Taking a bath regularly
Answer: (b) Wearing dirty clothes

29. Which of the following is NOT a guideline for dressing and grooming?
(a) Wearing simple and neat clothes
(b) Keeping hair untidy
(c) Wearing clean and polished shoes
(d) Keeping accessories simple
Answer: (b) Keeping hair untidy

30. Which of the following is a benefit of self-management?

(a) Avoiding stress
(b) Getting involved in fun activities
(c) Developing good habits
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
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31. Which of the following is NOT a step in the SMILE model for positive
thinking?
(a) Start your day in a positive way
(b) Make time to relax
(c) Imagine the worst in any situation
(d) Learn to take criticism in a healthy way
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1. What is self-management?
Self-management is the ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and
behavior effectively in different situations.

2. What are some self-management skills?

Self-awareness, self-control, self-confidence, problem-solving, self-motivation,
personal hygiene and grooming, positive thinking, and teamwork.

3. Why is it important to know your strengths and weaknesses?

Knowing your strengths and weaknesses helps you understand what you can
and cannot do, and plan how to improve yourself.

4. What is the difference between interests and abilities?

Interests are things you enjoy doing, while abilities are acquired or natural
capacities that enable you to perform a task proficiently.

5. What are the qualities of self-confident people?

Self-belief, hard work, positive attitude, and commitment.

6. What are the three steps to building self-confidence?

Initial thinking, preparation, and practice.

7. What is the importance of positive thinking?

Positive thinking helps overcome challenges, improves performance, and makes
you and others around you happy.
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8. What does the acronym SMILE stand for in positive thinking?

S - Start your day positively, M - Make time to relax, I - Imagine the best, L -
Learn to take criticism, E - Express gratitude.

9. Why is personal hygiene important?

Personal hygiene helps stay healthy, creates a good impression, and avoids
feeling ashamed due to bad breath, body odor, etc.

10. What are the three steps to personal hygiene?

Care, Wash, and Avoid.

11. Why is grooming important?

Grooming helps look smart, feel confident, and make a good impression.

12. What are the guidelines for dressing and grooming?

Wear clean, neat, and ironed clothes, keep hair clean and well-combed, maintain
a clean face and teeth, and avoid flashy accessories.

13. What is self-awareness?

Knowing yourself as an individual - your values, likes, dislikes, strengths and
weaknesses.

14. What is self-control?

The ability to control your behavior and discipline yourself.

15. What is problem-solving?

Understanding a problem and finding a solution using a step-by-step method.
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16. What is self-motivation?

Doing tasks on your own without any external motivation.

17. What is positive thinking?

Expressing certainty or affirmation even in tough situations.

18. What is teamwork?

Working together with people to accomplish shared goals.

19. What are the steps to effectively wash hands?

Wet hands, apply soap, rub palms together, scrub between fingers, rinse, and dry
with a towel.

20. What should clothes, hair, and face look like for good grooming?
Clothes should be clean and ironed, hair should be clean and well-groomed, and
face should be clean-shaven with brushed teeth.
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1. What does ICT stand for?
ICT stands for Information and Communication Technology.

2. What is the full form of BIOS?

BIOS stands for Basic Input/Output System.

3. Which device is used to record sound?

A microphone is used to record sound.

4. Which device displays output information on a computer?

A monitor displays output information on a computer.

5. What is a browser used for?

A browser is used to visit various websites on the internet.

6. Name two popular mobile operating systems.

Two popular mobile operating systems are Android OS and Apple iOS.

7. Which key is used to get help in most programs?

The F1 key is used to get help in most programs.

8. What is the shortcut key to undo an action?

Ctrl+Z is the shortcut key to undo an action.

9. Which port connects a printer to a computer?

A USB port connects a printer to a computer.

10. What is the smallest storage unit?

Bit is the smallest storage unit.

11. Which key opens the Start menu in Windows?

The Windows key opens the Start menu in Windows.

12. What is the full form of URL?

URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator.

13. Which device helps connect to the internet wirelessly?

A wireless internet card helps connect to the internet wirelessly.

14. What is the file extension for a Notepad file?

The file extension for a Notepad file is .txt.
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15. Which port connects speakers to a computer?
The audio port connects speakers to a computer.

16. What is a smartphone?

A smartphone is a mobile device that can make calls, connect to the internet and run
applications.

17. Name two uses of ICT tools at home.

Two uses are to make calls, send messages, browse internet, watch videos etc.

18. What is the shortcut to copy text/files?

Ctrl+C is the shortcut to copy text/files.

19. Which key is used to start a new line?

The Enter key is used to start a new line.

20. What is a web page?

A web page is a document present on a computer connected to the internet.

21. What is the purpose of the Delete key?

The Delete key is used to remove text or objects to the right of the cursor.

22. Full form of GPS?

GPS stands for Global Positioning System.

23. Which memory is volatile?

RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile memory.

24. Name two default apps on a smartphone.

Two default apps are Phone and Camera.

25. What does WWW stand for?

WWW stands for World Wide Web.

26. Which button helps go back to the previous webpage?

The Back button helps go back to the previous webpage.

27. What type of connection uses cables?

A wired connection uses cables to connect to the internet.

28. State two advantages of email over postal mail.

Email is faster and can attach files while postal mail is slower and cannot attach files
easily.
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29. Name two popular email service providers.

Two popular email services are Gmail and Yahoo Mail.

30. Which part of an email contains the topic?

The Subject field contains the topic of an email.

31. State the purpose of the CC field in an email.

The CC field is used to send copies of the email to additional recipients.

32. How can you send the same email to multiple people?
You can enter multiple email addresses separated by commas in the To/CC fields.

33. Which button helps refresh a webpage?

The Refresh button (or F5) helps refresh a webpage.

34. Name two types of computer memory.

Two types are RAM (Random Access Memory) and ROM (Read Only Memory).

35. Which device scans documents into digital format?

A scanner device scans physical documents into digital format.

36. What does CPU stand for?

CPU stands for Central Processing Unit.

37. State one difference between a laptop and desktop computer.

In a laptop, input, processing and output units are combined, while in a desktop they
are separate units.

38. How can you increase the volume on a smartphone?

By pressing the Volume Up button on the smartphone.

39. What gesture zooms in on a smartphone screen?

The pinch gesture zooms in on a smartphone screen.

40. Name two shortcut keys for cut and paste operations.
Ctrl+X for cut and Ctrl+V for paste.

41. Which port connects a computer to the internet using cables?

The Ethernet port connects a computer to the internet using cables.

42. What is the shortcut to create a new tab in a browser?

Ctrl+T is the shortcut to create a new tab in most browsers.
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43. What is the shortcut to select all text/files?

Ctrl+A is the shortcut to select all text/files.

44. What ports connect external storage devices?

USB ports connect external storage devices like pen drives, hard disks etc.

45. Name two social networking sites.

Two popular social networking sites are Facebook and Twitter.

46. How can you search for information on the internet?

You can search using a web browser by entering keywords in the search bar.

47. What is the difference between a smartphone and tablet?

A tablet has a larger screen size compared to a smartphone.

48. What is a web browser?

A web browser is software used to access the World Wide Web.

49. How can you attach a file in an email?

By clicking the Attach or Paperclip icon and selecting the file.

50. Which folder stores deleted emails?

The Trash folder stores deleted emails temporarily.
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Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which one of the following is not a part of ICT?
(a) Computers
(b) Internet
(c) Broadcasting technologies
(d) Paper

Answer: (d) Paper

2. What does ICT stand for?

(a) Information and Computing Technology
(b) Information and Communication Technology
(c) Interactive and Communication Technology
(d) Integrated and Computing Technology

Answer: (b) Information and Communication Technology

3. Which of the following can be used to browse the Internet?

(a) Smartphone
(b) Tablet
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

4. In a mobile device, which button is used to go back to the previous screen?

(a) Back button
(b) Home button
(c) Menu button
(d) Power button

Answer: (a) Back button

5. Which of the following is a default app on smartphones?

(a) Camera
(b) WhatsApp
(c) Google Maps
(d) All of the above

Answer: (a) Camera

6. What is the main difference between a smartphone and a tablet?

(a) Smartphone has a smaller screen
(b) Tablet cannot make calls
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(c) Smartphone has less storage capacity
(d) Both (a) and (b)

Answer: (d) Both (a) and (b)

7. Which of the following is an output device?

(a) Keyboard
(b) Mouse
(c) Monitor
(d) Scanner

Answer: (c) Monitor

8. What is the full form of CPU?

(a) Central Processing Unit
(b) Computer Processing Unit
(c) Control Processing Unit
(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) Central Processing Unit

9. Which of the following is a part of the CPU?

(a) Control Unit
(b) Arithmetic and Logic Unit
(c) Memory Unit
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

10. Which of the following is a type of computer memory?

(a) RAM
(b) ROM
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

11. Which of the following is used to connect peripheral devices to a computer?

(a) Port
(b) Cable
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

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12. Which of the following shortcut keys is used to copy text or files?
(a) Ctrl+X
(b) Ctrl+C
(c) Ctrl+V
(d) Ctrl+P

Answer: (b) Ctrl+C

13. What do you need to connect to the Internet?

(a) A device
(b) A connection device
(c) An Internet Service Provider (ISP)
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

14. Which of the following is a web browser?

(a) Google
(b) Internet Explorer
(c) Microsoft Word
(d) None of the above

Answer: (b) Internet Explorer

15. Which part of a web browser is used to type the URL of a website?
(a) Address bar
(b) Tabbed browsing
(c) Back and forward buttons
(d) Refresh button

Answer: (a) Address bar

16. What is the format of an email address?

(a) local_part@domain
(b) [email protected]
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

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17. Which of the following is an email service provider?

(a) Gmail
(b) Yahoo Mail
(c) Outlook Mail
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

18. Which section of an email is used to type the topic of the email?
(a) To
(b) Cc
(c) Subject
(d) Body

Answer: (c) Subject

19. Which of the following is a short-range wireless technology?

(a) Wi-Fi
(b) Bluetooth
(c) Internet
(d) Both (a) and (b)

Answer: (b) Bluetooth

20. Which part of the home screen is visible on all pages of a mobile device?
(a) Status bar
(b) Main icon area
(c) Dock
(d) Clock

Answer: (a) Status bar

21. What does GPS stand for?

(a) Global Positioning System
(b) Global Payment System
(c) Global Program System
(d) Global Pointing System

Answer: (a) Global Positioning System

22. Which of the following units make up the CPU? Choose all correct options.
(a) Processing Unit
(b) Input Unit
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(c) Memory Unit
(d) Control Unit
(e) Output Unit

Answer: (a) Processing Unit, (c) Memory Unit, (d) Control Unit

23. Which of the following are names of ports in a computer? Choose all correct
options.
(a) HDMI
(b) Input
(c) VGA
(d) USB
(e) Ethernet

Answer: (a) HDMI, (c) VGA, (d) USB, (e) Ethernet

24. To connect to the Internet, the computer has to be connected to the _____.
(a) Internet Society
(b) Internet Architecture
(c) Internet Service Provider
(d) Large Area Network

Answer: (c) Internet Service Provider

25. What is the Internet?

(a) Phone connections
(b) Collection of computer networks
(c) Network of computers in an office
(d) None of the above

Answer: (b) Collection of computer networks

26. What do you need to get information from the World Wide Web?
(a) Computer
(b) Browser
(c) Internet Connection
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

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27. Which of the following is a web browser?
(a) Internet
(b) Chrome
(c) Windows
(d) None of the above

Answer: (b) Chrome

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28. Here are the steps to sign in to your Gmail account: (i) Type username (ii)
Go to www.gmail.com (iii) Click Sign in (iv) Type password. Choose the option
with the correct order.
(a) i > ii > iv > iii
(b) ii > i > iii > iv
(c) ii > i > iv > iii
(d) ii > iii > i > iv

Answer: (b) ii > i > iii > iv

29. Which one of the following statements is false?

(a) You need to create an account before you can send an email.
(b) You should sign out of your account when you are not using the computer.
(c) You do not need an Internet connection to use your Gmail account.
(d) You must not share your password with others.

Answer: (c) You do not need an Internet connection to use your Gmail account.

30. Which of the following is an email service?

(a) WhatsApp
(b) WeChat
(c) Gmail
(d) Facebook

Answer: (c) Gmail

31. What do you type in the "To" field of an email?

(a) The topic of the email
(b) The main message of the email
(c) Email address of the person to whom you want to send a copy of the email
(d) Email address of the person you are sending the mail to

Answer: (d) Email address of the person you are sending the mail to

32. By choosing the "Reply" option in an email, the email address of the sender
of the original message will appear in the "To" field.
(a) True
(b) False

Answer: (a) True

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33. You can forward an email by clicking on the delete icon.
(a) True
(b) False

Answer: (b) False

34. A bit is the smallest unit of storage in a computer memory.

(a) True
(b) False

Answer: (a) True

35. Which one of the following shortcut keys is used to paste a file?
(a) Ctrl + C
(b) Ctrl + P
(c) Ctrl + V
(d) Ctrl + X

Answer: (c) Ctrl + V

36. Which of the following is a valid file extension for a Notepad file?
(a) .jpg
(b) .doc
(c) .text
(d) .txt

Answer: (d) .txt

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1. What is business?
Business is an economic activity related to continuous production and
distribution of goods and services to satisfy human wants.

2. What is the aim of entrepreneurship?

The aim of entrepreneurship is to earn a profit by solving customers' needs
innovatively.

3. Who is an entrepreneur?
An entrepreneur is a person who is self-employed, willing to take calculated
risks, and brings in a new idea to start a business.

4. Give an example of a quality of an entrepreneur from the story of Sushma.

Patience - Sushma kept working for 2 years before achieving success.

5. What is profit?
Profit is the excess earning after deducting all expenses from the revenue.

6. What is risk in entrepreneurship?

Risk is a situation where the result is unknown and could lead to a loss.

7. Give one characteristic of an entrepreneur.

Ability to take risks.

8. How is wage employment different from entrepreneurship?

In wage employment, there are always two parties - employer and employee.
Entrepreneurship involves taking calculated risks.

9. Give one benefit of entrepreneurship.

One benefit is that entrepreneurs can do what they are interested in using their
hobbies and skills.

10. Give an example of a product business.

A stationery shop is an example of a product business.

11. Give an example of a service business.

A plumbing shop is an example of a service business.

12. What is a hybrid business?

A hybrid business is a mix of product and service businesses like a restaurant.

13. How is a product business different from a service business?

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14. What are the two types of product-based businesses?

Manufacturing and trading businesses.

15. What is a manufacturing business?

A manufacturing business makes products and sells them directly.

16. What is a trading business?

A trading business buys products from the manufacturer and sells them to
customers.

17. Who is Sushma?

Sushma is a mother who started making wooden toys for kids.

18. What was Sowmya's business idea?

Sowmya started making and selling healthy snacks to her college friends.

19. How did Rahul's story explain the three types of businesses?
His ideas of starting a cricket coaching center, sports shop and sports academy
explained product, service and hybrid businesses respectively.

20. What are the four steps in starting a business according to Prem's story?
Idea, getting money/materials, understanding customer needs, improving
product/service.

21. What is entrepreneurship development?

Entrepreneurship development is the process of improving the skills and
knowledge of entrepreneurs.

22. Give one example showing the quality "confidence" in an entrepreneur.

Sushma was confident about the quality and effectiveness of her toys which led
to her success.

23. Give one example showing the quality "positivity" in an entrepreneur.

When Sushma's customers complained about sharp edges, she changed the
design instead of getting upset.

24. Give one example showing the quality "perseverance" in an entrepreneur.

Prem Ganapathy struggled for many years before finally succeeding with Dosa
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25. Why are entrepreneurs considered beneficial for a country's economic

development?
Entrepreneurs create value by providing better and cheaper products/services
which grows the economy.

26. How do entrepreneurs aid social development?

As businesses grow, entrepreneurs create more job opportunities leading to
increased employment.

27. How do entrepreneurs improve standard of living?

By providing useful products and services, entrepreneurs help people live more
comfortably.

28. What is the role of entrepreneurs in optimal resource utilization?

Entrepreneurs find optimal ways to utilize resources to reduce costs and
increase profits.

29. How do entrepreneurs provide benefits at lower prices?

Competition among entrepreneurs leads to reduced prices benefiting consumers.

30. Is Ramu who runs a chai stall considered an entrepreneur? Why/why not?
No, Ramu is a traditional businessman unless he introduces some new idea or
method.

31. What was the difficulty Sushma faced initially?

Very few people bought Sushma's products initially.

32. How did Sushma market her products?

Sushma made efforts to partner with toy shops and created a website to sell
online.

33. What new varieties of dosas did Prem introduce?

Prem invented new dosa varieties with Chinese flavors like American Chopsuey
dosa.

34. Who supported Prem financially to start Dosa Plaza?

Prem's brother and uncle gave him a small loan to start his business.

35. Why is patience an important entrepreneurial quality?

Success may take time, so entrepreneurs need to be patient while running the
business.
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36. Why is open-mindedness important for entrepreneurs?

Entrepreneurs need to be open to new ideas and experiment through trial and
error.

37. How did Sowmya grow her business?

Sowmya started giving commission to friends to sell snacks in their societies.

38. What was Sowmya's reason to start her business?

Sowmya wanted to earn money to support her family.

39. Why are entrepreneurs considered more risk-taking than wage employees?
Wage employees have steady income with little risk, while entrepreneurs risk
losses for potential profits.

40. Give an example of grit shown by an entrepreneur from the stories.

Radhika started a tiffin service after police did not allow her food stall.

41. Name one benefit of entrepreneurship that allows flexibility.

Entrepreneurs can decide what work to do and how to do it.

42. How did Gulab, the entrepreneur, utilize local skills?

Gulab enabled women in her village skilled at paintings/handicrafts to get
material and sell products.

43. What was Sowmya's observation that led to her business idea?
She noticed college girls wanted to eat healthy instead of unhealthy
chips/snacks.

44. How was Rahul associated with cricket?

Rahul was a state-level cricketer who played for his state team.

45. Why did Sowmya's parents come to Bangalore?

Sowmya's parents came to Bangalore in search of better jobs.

46. Who did Radhika start working for after police stopped her stall?
Radhika started a tiffin service delivering food to people.

47. What was Rakesh's business idea?

Rakesh started a secure playground charging a small fee for children to play.

48. How did Sowmya arrange money to buy a machine?

Sowmya asked parents and friends to contribute money to buy a machine.
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49. Where did Prem Ganapathy open his first Dosa Plaza shop?
Prem opened his first Dosa Plaza shop near a railway station.

50. Why did Ritu leave her company job?

Ritu left her company job to start her own catering business for marriages.
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Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the aim of entrepreneurship?
(a) Earn a profit
(b) Solve customers' need innovatively
(c) Both of the above
(d) None of the above
Answer: (c) Both of the above

2. Business is a(n) _____________________ activity.

(a) Social
(b) Economic
(c) Hazardous
(d) Selling
Answer: (b) Economic

3. An entrepreneur is a person who is:

(a) Self-employed
(b) Willing to take a calculated risk
(c) Brings in a new idea to start a business
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

4. To be successful, an entrepreneur needs to have which of the following

qualities?
(a) Patience
(b) Positivity
(c) Hard work and perseverance
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

5. Which of the following is NOT a quality of a successful entrepreneur?

(a) Creativity and innovation
(b) Financial literacy
(c) Laziness
(d) Adaptability and flexibility
Answer: (c) Laziness

6. Entrepreneurship allows you to:

(a) Work for yourself
(b) Make profits for yourself
(c) Take more risks for more profit
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
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7. In a product-based business, the products:

(a) Can be seen and touched
(b) Cannot be stored
(c) Cannot be transported
(d) Are different in quality every time
Answer: (a) Can be seen and touched

8. In a service-based business, the service:

(a) Can be seen and touched
(b) Cannot be stored
(c) Can be made and transported
(d) Is provided when a customer asks for it
Answer: (d) Is provided when a customer asks for it

9. A hybrid business is a mix of:

(a) Two product businesses
(b) Two service businesses
(c) A product and a service business
(d) None of the above
Answer: (c) A product and a service business

10. Which of these is an example of a manufacturing business?

(a) A jewellery making business
(b) A retail shop
(c) A wholesale business
(d) A restaurant
Answer: (a) A jewellery making business

11. Which of these is an example of a trade business?

(a) A factory
(b) A retail shop
(c) A restaurant
(d) A coaching center
Answer: (b) A retail shop

12. The first step in the entrepreneurship development process is:

(a) Getting money and materials
(b) Coming up with a business idea
(c) Improving the product/service
(d) Understanding customer needs
Answer: (b) Coming up with a business idea
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13. Which of the following is NOT a step in the entrepreneurship development
process?
(a) Idea generation
(b) Product marketing
(c) Getting money and materials
(d) Improving product/service
Answer: (b) Product marketing

14. Rahul is a cook in a restaurant. Is he an entrepreneur?

(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) No

15. Ritu leaves her company job and starts a catering business. Is she an
entrepreneur?
(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) Yes

16. Which of the following is a characteristic of entrepreneurship?

(a) Ability to take risks
(b) Effective planning and execution
(c) Knowledge of product/service demand
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above

17. Which of the following is a characteristic of wage employment?

(a) Taking calculated risks
(b) Continuity depends on contract terms
(c) Making profits for oneself
(d) All of the above
Answer: (b) Continuity depends on contract terms

18. Anil made tea for his friends in the office. Is he an entrepreneur?
(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) No
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19. Savita sells refreshing drinks and snacks to students. Is she an entrepreneur?
(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) Yes

20. Rahul takes care of dogs when owners travel. Is he an entrepreneur?

(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) Yes

21. An ice-cream seller runs a:

(a) Product business
(b) Service business
(c) Hybrid business
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) Product business

22. A restaurant/cafeteria owner runs a:

(a) Product business
(b) Service business
(c) Hybrid business
(d) None of the above
Answer: (c) Hybrid business

23. A car-driving school owner runs a:

(a) Product business
(b) Service business
(c) Hybrid business
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) Service business

24. Trade businesses buy and sell products from:

(a) Manufacturers
(b) Customers
(c) Other traders
(d) All of the above
Answer: (a) Manufacturers
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25. Which of these is NOT a step in entrepreneurship development process?
(a) Idea generation
(b) Getting loans
(c) Understanding demand
(d) Improving supply chain
Answer: (d) Improving supply chain

26. Ramu is a chai wala. Is he an entrepreneur?

(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) No

27. Rani sells different flavors of tea. Is she an entrepreneur?

(a) Yes
(b) No
(c) Cannot be determined
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) Yes

28. Which quality helps an entrepreneur to not give up easily?

(a) Patience
(b) Positivity
(c) Perseverance
(d) Confidence
Answer: c) Perseverance

29. Sowmya started selling healthy snacks. What opportunity did she identify?
(a) Girls cared about health
(b) Lack of healthy snacks
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) Lack of healthy snacks

30. Which is NOT a benefit of entrepreneurship?

(a) Do what you are interested in
(b) Work for yourself
(c) Get paid a fixed salary
(d) Make profits for yourself
Answer: (c) Get paid a fixed salary
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31. Gulab helped women sell handicrafts. How did she help society?
(a) Solved a community problem
(b) Enabled women to earn money
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above
Answer: c) Both (a) and (b)

32. Which step comes after 'understanding customer needs' in entrepreneurship

process?
(a) Get money and materials
(b) Improve product/service
(c) Come up with idea
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) Improve product/service

33. Pragya started a delivery service using her bike. Her business is:
(a) Product based
(b) Service based
(c) Hybrid
(d) Cannot be determined
Answer: (b) Service based

34. Which is a manufacturing business?

(a) A retail shop
(b) A jewellery making unit
(c) A wholesale business
(d) None of the above
Answer: (b) A jewellery making unit

35. Prem Ganapathy is also known as:

(a) The Dosa King
(b) The Dosa Plaza
(c) The Dosawala
(d) None of the above
Answer: (a) The Dosa King

36. Which quality did Prem show by introducing new dosa varieties?
(a) Creativity
(b) Perseverance
(c) Patience
(d) Positivity
Answer: (a) Creativity
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37. Dosa Plaza is an example of a:

(a) Product business
(b) Service business
(c) Hybrid business
(d) Cannot be determined
Answer: (c) Hybrid business

38. In the business idea generation step, ideas come from:

(a) Your interests
(b) Identifying market needs
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above
Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)
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1. What does the environment around us affect?
A: The environment affects all aspects of our life.

2. What are the two components of the school environment?

A: The physical environment (building, classrooms, etc.) and the socio-cultural
environment.

3. What has led to an increase in environmental pollution over the years?

A: Economic development and the advent of high input agriculture.

4. What is a resource?
A: Any natural or artificial substance, energy or organism that is used by
humans for their welfare.

5. Give two examples of inexhaustible natural resources.

A: Solar radiation, wind power.

6. What are some examples of renewable resources?

A: Water, forests, biomass.

7. What are some examples of non-renewable resources?

A: Coal, petroleum, natural gas.

8. What is overexploitation?
A: Harvesting of resources exceeds their reproduction or replenishment.

9. How does deforestation impact the environment?

A: It results in loss of habitat and can lead to extinction of species.

10. What is pollution?

A: The undesirable change in our surroundings that has harmful effects.

11. What are the two types of pollutants?

A: Biodegradable and non-biodegradable.

12. Give two examples of biodegradable pollutants.

A: Vegetable waste, sewage waste.

13. Give two examples of non-biodegradable pollutants.

A: Plastics, insecticides.

14. What is the greenhouse effect?

A: Trapping of the earth's heat due to burning of fossil fuels, leading to global
warming.
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15. What causes ozone depletion?

A: Release of ozone depleting substances like chlorofluorocarbons.

16. What are the 3 R's for saving the environment?

A: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

17. What is soil conservation?

A: Checking soil erosion and improving soil fertility.

18. What is water conservation?

A: Preventing the waste and pollution of water resources.

19. What does energy conservation mean?

A: Saving energy and using it efficiently.

20. What is food conservation?

A: Preventing food spoilage through proper storage and preservation methods.

21. What is the aim of forest conservation?

A: Retaining existing forests and creating new forests.

22. Define sustainable development.

A: Development that meets present needs without compromising future
generations' needs.

23. What is biodiversity?

A: The variety of plant and animal species and ecosystems in an area.

24. What are the Sustainable Development Goals?

A: 17 global goals adopted by UN in 2015 to promote sustainable development.

25. What is the objective of green growth?

A: Achieving economic growth that is environmentally sustainable and socially
inclusive.

26. Define a green economy.

A: An economic system aimed at improving human well-being while reducing
environmental risks.

27. What are some components of a green economy?

A: Renewable energy, green buildings, sustainable transport, waste
management, etc.
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28. What are green skills?
A: The skills needed for promoting a green economy and sustainable
development.

29. Give two examples of green skills.

A: Using renewable energy, water management, rainwater harvesting, etc.

30. What is a green job?

A: Employment that contributes to preserving or restoring environmental
quality.

31. Give two examples of potential green jobs in the agriculture sector.
A: Organic farmer, water quality technician.

32. What are some potential green jobs in the construction sector?
A: Green builders, green design professionals.

33. Give an example of a green job in the energy sector.

A: Solar cell technician, wind energy professional.

34. What is an example of a green job in the education sector?

A: Teaching environmental education.

35. What is the aim of the 'Swachh Cooperative' project?

A: Integrating informal waste pickers into solid waste management.

36. What is the aim of the 'Modern Deep Chulha' project?

A: Developing energy efficient cooking stoves to reduce wood consumption.

37. What is the purpose of the 'Biotoilet' project?

A: Providing hygienic sanitation using biodigesters in areas lacking sewage
systems.

38. What does conservation of resources mean?

A: Using natural resources efficiently and preventing overexploitation.

39. How can a resource audit help in conservation?

A: By examining resource consumption and planning measures accordingly.

40. Why is rainwater harvesting important for water conservation?

A: It helps recharge groundwater and prevents water wastage.
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41. How can energy be conserved at home?
A: By switching off lights/appliances when not in use, using energy efficient
products.

42. What is the role of reforestation in soil conservation?

A: Planting trees reduces soil erosion.

43. What is the significance of the 3 R's - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle?

A: It helps manage waste and conserve resources.

44. Why is segregation of waste important?

A: It allows biodegradable waste to be composted and non-biodegradable waste
to be recycled.

45. How can organic farming contribute to sustainable development?

A: It avoids the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

46. What is the role of green buildings in a green economy?

A: They use resources efficiently and minimize environmental impact.

47. Why is sustainable transport important for a green economy?

A: It reduces pollution, fuel consumption and traffic congestion.

48. How can waste management contribute to a green economy?

A: By reducing wastage of resources and minimizing pollution.

49. Why are green skills important for the future?

A: As all countries move towards a greener economy.

50. How can good communication skills aid green skills?

A: By enabling effective collaboration towards green solutions across sectors.
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Multiple Choice Questions

1. The physical environment of a school includes:

(a) School building
(b) Classrooms
(c) Library
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

2. The socio-cultural environment of a school is manifested by:

(a) Attitude towards learning
(b) Social behavior
(c) Respect for each other's caste, religion and creed
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

3. Which of the following is not a natural resource?

(a) Biogas
(b) Water
(c) Petroleum
(d) Forest

Answer: (a) Biogas

4. Coal is an example of:

(a) A renewable resource
(b) A non-renewable resource
(c) An inexhaustible resource
(d) None of the above

Answer: (b) A non-renewable resource

5. Which of the following is an inexhaustible resource?

(a) Coal
(b) Petroleum
(c) Solar energy
(d) Natural gas

Answer: (c) Solar energy

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6. Deforestation results in:

(a) Loss of habitat for plants and animals
(b) Soil erosion
(c) Loss of biodiversity
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

7. Which of the following is a non-biodegradable pollutant?

(a) Vegetable waste
(b) Paper
(c) Plastic
(d) Agricultural waste from organic farms

Answer: (c) Plastic

8. The increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere leads to:

(a) Depletion of the ozone layer
(b) Global warming
(c) Acid rain
(d) Smog

Answer: (b) Global warming

9. Which of the following is not a way to conserve energy?

(a) Using energy efficient bulbs
(b) Keeping vessels covered while cooking
(c) Using air conditioners
(d) Switching off lights when not in use

Answer: (c) Using air conditioners

10. Contour ploughing is a method of:

(a) Water conservation
(b) Soil conservation
(c) Energy conservation
(d) Forest conservation

Answer: (b) Soil conservation

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11. Sustainable development meets the needs of the present without
compromising:
(a) The ability of future generations to meet their own needs
(b) Economic growth
(c) Environmental conservation
(d) Both (a) and (c)

Answer: (d) Both (a) and (c)

12. The Sustainable Development Goals were adopted by world leaders in:
(a) 2010
(b) 2012
(c) 2015
(d) 2018

Answer: (c) 2015

13. Green growth aims at achieving economic growth that is:

(a) Socially inclusive
(b) Environmentally sustainable
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

14. A green economy results in:

(a) Improved human well-being
(b) Reduced environmental risks
(c) Social equity
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

15. Green skills contribute to:

(a) Preserving environmental quality
(b) Restoring environmental quality
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

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16. In which sector can a 'Green Plumber' find employment?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Construction
(c) Energy
(d) Manufacturing

Answer: (b) Construction

17. Which of the following is not an example of a green job?

(a) Organic farmer
(b) Solar technician
(c) Wind energy professional
(d) Petroleum engineer

Answer: (d) Petroleum engineer

18. 'Swachh Cooperative' is an example of a green project related to:

(a) Solid waste management
(b) Energy conservation
(c) Green sanitation
(d) Biofuel use

Answer: (a) Solid waste management

19. The 'Modern DEEP Chulha' project aims to:

(a) Reduce wood consumption
(b) Reduce smoke emissions
(c) Provide employment opportunities
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

20. The 'Biotoilet' project by Green Solution Foundation uses:

(a) Aerobic bacteria
(b) Anaerobic bacteria
(c) Fungus
(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) Aerobic bacteria

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21. Which of the following is not a component of a green economy?
(a) Renewable energy
(b) Green buildings
(c) Fossil fuels
(d) Waste management

Answer: (c) Fossil fuels

22. The Constitution of India contains provisions for:

(a) Protection of environmental quality
(b) Improvement of environmental quality
(c) Safeguarding forests and wildlife
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

23. Which of the following is a renewable resource?

(a) Iron ore
(b) Coal
(c) Forests
(d) Petroleum

Answer: (c) Forests

24. The overuse of chemicals in agriculture can affect:

(a) Soil pH
(b) Health of microorganisms
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above

Answer: (c) Both (a) and (b)

25. Greenhouse gases that occur naturally include:

(a) Water vapor
(b) Carbon dioxide
(c) Methane
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

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26. Which of the following is not a way to conserve water?
(a) Rainwater harvesting
(b) Treating sewage before releasing into rivers
(c) Overusing water for bathing
(d) Reusing treated water for gardening

Answer: (c) Overusing water for bathing

27. Which of the following is a biodegradable pollutant?

(a) Plastic
(b) Insecticides
(c) Vegetable waste
(d) Mercury

Answer: (c) Vegetable waste

28. Greenhouse gases that have no natural sources include:

(a) Carbon dioxide
(b) Methane
(c) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
(d) Nitrous oxide

Answer: (c) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

29. The 'Green Skill Development Programme' (GSDP) is an initiative by:

(a) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
(b) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
(c) Ministry of Education
(d) Ministry of Science and Technology

Answer: (a) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

30. Which of the following is not a type of pollution?

(a) Air pollution
(b) Water pollution
(c) Land pollution
(d) Sound pollution

Answer: (d) Sound pollution

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31. The 3Rs of waste management are:
(a) Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
(b) Reduce, Reuse, Replenish
(c) Recycle, Reuse, Replenish
(d) Reduce, Recycle, Replenish

Answer: (a) Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

32. Which of the following is a way to reduce air pollution?

(a) Using public transport
(b) Burning waste
(c) Excessive use of air conditioners
(d) None of the above

Answer: (a) Using public transport

33. Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

(a) Biogas
(b) Wind energy
(c) Petroleum
(d) Hydropower

Answer: (c) Petroleum

34. Which of the following is a green job?

(a) Clean car engineer
(b) Green tour guide
(c) Green scientist
(d) All of the above

Answer: (d) All of the above

35. Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

(a) Coal
(b) Natural gas
(c) Wind energy
(d) Petroleum

Answer: (c) Wind energy

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1. What is the environment?

The environment refers to the physical and socio-cultural surroundings that
affect all aspects of our life.

2. What is society?
People living together in villages, cities, states, and countries form a society.

3. How does society interact with the environment?

Society interacts with the environment and changes it, sometimes affecting the
ecological balance.

4. What are natural resources?

Natural resources are things that exist freely in nature and are used by humans
for their welfare, such as water, land, soil, rocks, forests, animals, fossil fuels,
and minerals.

5. Give two examples of inexhaustible resources.

Examples of inexhaustible resources include solar radiation and wind power.

6. Give two examples of renewable resources.

Examples of renewable resources include water and forests.

7. Give two examples of non-renewable resources.

Examples of non-renewable resources include coal and petroleum.

8. What is overexploitation?
Overexploitation occurs when the harvesting of resources exceeds their
reproduction or replenishment rate, leading to the potential extinction of
species.

9. What is deforestation?
Deforestation is the clearance of forest or stand of trees where the land is
converted to non-forest use, such as agriculture and construction of houses.

10. What is pollution?

Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the
environment, causing adverse effects on living organisms and the environment.

11. What are the two types of pollutants?

The two types of pollutants are biodegradable pollutants and non-biodegradable
pollutants.

12. What causes the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases, such

as carbon dioxide and methane, in the atmosphere, trapping heat and leading to
global warming.

13. What is the ozone layer?

The ozone layer is a layer of ozone gas in the Earth's atmosphere that absorbs
harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun.

14. What are the 3Rs in waste management?

The 3Rs in waste management are Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

15. What is soil conservation?

Soil conservation refers to the practices and techniques used to prevent soil
erosion and improve soil fertility.

16. What is water conservation?

Water conservation involves the practices and techniques used to manage and
preserve water resources, such as rainwater harvesting and efficient water
usage.

17. What is energy conservation?

Energy conservation refers to the practices and techniques used to reduce
energy consumption and use energy more efficiently.

18. What is sustainable development?

Sustainable development is development that meets the present needs without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

19. What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a collection of 17 global goals
set by the United Nations to address various social, economic, and
environmental issues by 2030.

20. What is a green economy?

A green economy is an economic system that results in improved human well-
being and social equity while significantly reducing environmental risks and
ecological scarcities.

21. What are green skills?

Green skills are the technical skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes needed in
the workforce to develop and support sustainable social, economic, and
environmental outcomes.
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22. Give two examples of green skills.

Examples of green skills include knowledge of renewable energy systems and
waste management techniques.

23. What is a green job?

A green job is employment in any industry that contributes to preserving or
restoring environmental quality and allowing for sustainable development.

24. Give two examples of green jobs.

Examples of green jobs include organic farmers and solar technicians.

25. What is the purpose of a green building?

The purpose of a green building is to minimize environmental damage during its
construction and operation through efficient use of resources such as energy and
water.

26. What is sustainable transport?

Sustainable transport refers to transportation systems that are cost-effective,
efficient, and environmentally friendly.

27. What is water management in a green economy?

Water management in a green economy involves avoiding water pollution and
waste, and recycling water for various purposes.

28. What is waste management in a green economy?

Waste management in a green economy involves separating waste before
disposal, reducing waste generation, and practicing the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, and
Recycle).

29. What is land management in a green economy?

Land management in a green economy involves utilizing land in a way that
meets the needs of people without causing environmental damage.

30. What are some green projects related to waste management?

Examples of green projects related to waste management include door-to-door
waste collection by waste pickers and biogas generation from organic waste.

31. What is the purpose of a modern energy-efficient cooking stove or chulha?

Modern energy-efficient cooking stoves or chulhas are designed to reduce wood
consumption and smoke emissions, thereby conserving resources and reducing
environmental and health problems.

32. What is a bio-toilet?

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A bio-toilet is an eco-friendly sanitation system that uses aerobic bacteria to

convert human waste into water that can be used for flushing or irrigation.

33. What are the benefits of a bio-toilet?

The benefits of a bio-toilet include water conservation, efficient sewage
management, decreased soil and water contamination, and improved hygiene
and sanitation.

34. What is the role of green skills in a green economy?

Green skills play a crucial role in balancing economic development with
environmental conservation, allowing the needs of society, economy, and the
environment to be met efficiently with minimal environmental damage.

35. How do green skills contribute to sustainable development?

Green skills contribute to sustainable development by promoting practices and
technologies that preserve or restore environmental quality, such as the use of
renewable energy and efficient waste management techniques.

36. What is the importance of communication skills in the green economy?

Good communication skills are important in the green economy to enable
effective collaboration between workers from different sectors towards finding
green solutions.

37. What is the purpose of the Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP)?
The Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP) aims to develop green
skilled workers with technical knowledge and a commitment to sustainable
development, helping to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

38. What are some sectors with potential for green jobs?
Some sectors with potential for green jobs include agriculture, construction,
energy, forestry, manufacturing, retail, automotive and transport, tourism and
hospitality, and education.

39. What is the role of education in environmental conservation?

Education plays a crucial role in environmental conservation by providing
people with the knowledge and skills needed to utilize resources responsibly
and adopt sustainable practices.

40. What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

Renewable resources are those that can be naturally replenished or replaced,
such as water and forests, while non-renewable resources, like fossil fuels and
minerals, cannot be easily replaced once they are depleted.
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41. What are the benefits of rainwater harvesting?

Rainwater harvesting helps to conserve water resources, recharge groundwater,
and reduce the demand for freshwater from other sources.

42. What is the role of organic farming in sustainable agriculture?

Organic farming promotes sustainable agriculture by avoiding the use of
synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, reducing environmental pollution and
promoting soil fertility.

43. What is the purpose of energy audits in green buildings?

Energy audits in green buildings are conducted to assess and improve energy
efficiency by identifying areas for reducing energy consumption and
implementing energy-saving measures.

44. What is the significance of carbon sequestration in the energy sector?

Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide
emissions from power plants and other industrial sources, which helps to
mitigate the effects of climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions.

45. What is the role of agroforestry in sustainable forestry?

Agroforestry is a sustainable land management practice that involves integrating
trees and shrubs with crops or livestock systems, promoting biodiversity,
improving soil fertility, and providing additional sources of income.

46. What is the purpose of pollution control in manufacturing?

Pollution control in manufacturing aims to reduce the release of harmful
pollutants into the environment, minimizing the adverse effects on human health
and the ecosystem.

47. What is the significance of greener products in the retail sector?

Greener products in the retail sector are environmentally friendly and have a
lower environmental impact, catering to the growing consumer demand for
sustainable products and promoting a green economy.

48. What is the role of clean car engineers in the automotive and transport
sector?
Clean car engineers are responsible for the research and design of more fuel-
efficient vehicles and alternative fuel systems, contributing to the development
of sustainable transportation solutions.

49. What is the importance of eco-tourism?

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Eco-tourism promotes sustainable tourism practices that minimize

environmental impact while supporting the conservation of natural habitats and
providing economic opportunities for local communities.

50. What is the role of environmental education?

Environmental education aims to raise awareness and promote understanding of
environmental issues, fostering responsible attitudes and behaviors towards the
conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
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1. What does the environment around us affect?
A: The environment affects all aspects of our life.

2. What are the two components of the school environment?

A: The physical environment (building, classrooms, etc.) and the socio-cultural
environment.

3. What has led to an increase in environmental pollution over the years?

A: Economic development and the advent of high input agriculture.

4. What is a resource?
A: Any natural or artificial substance, energy or organism that is used by
humans for their welfare.

5. Give two examples of inexhaustible natural resources.

A: Solar radiation, wind power.

6. What are some examples of renewable resources?

A: Water, forests, biomass.

7. What are some examples of non-renewable resources?

A: Coal, petroleum, natural gas.

8. What is overexploitation?
A: Harvesting of resources exceeds their reproduction or replenishment.

9. How does deforestation impact the environment?

A: It results in loss of habitat and can lead to extinction of species.

10. What is pollution?

A: The undesirable change in our surroundings that has harmful effects.

11. What are the two types of pollutants?

A: Biodegradable and non-biodegradable.

12. Give two examples of biodegradable pollutants.

A: Vegetable waste, sewage waste.

13. Give two examples of non-biodegradable pollutants.

A: Plastics, insecticides.

14. What is the greenhouse effect?

A: Trapping of the earth's heat due to burning of fossil fuels, leading to global
warming.
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15. What causes ozone depletion?

A: Release of ozone depleting substances like chlorofluorocarbons.

16. What are the 3 R's for saving the environment?

A: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

17. What is soil conservation?

A: Checking soil erosion and improving soil fertility.

18. What is water conservation?

A: Preventing the waste and pollution of water resources.

19. What does energy conservation mean?

A: Saving energy and using it efficiently.

20. What is food conservation?

A: Preventing food spoilage through proper storage and preservation methods.

21. What is the aim of forest conservation?

A: Retaining existing forests and creating new forests.

22. Define sustainable development.

A: Development that meets present needs without compromising future
generations' needs.

23. What is biodiversity?

A: The variety of plant and animal species and ecosystems in an area.

24. What are the Sustainable Development Goals?

A: 17 global goals adopted by UN in 2015 to promote sustainable development.

25. What is the objective of green growth?

A: Achieving economic growth that is environmentally sustainable and socially
inclusive.

26. Define a green economy.

A: An economic system aimed at improving human well-being while reducing
environmental risks.

27. What are some components of a green economy?

A: Renewable energy, green buildings, sustainable transport, waste
management, etc.
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28. What are green skills?
A: The skills needed for promoting a green economy and sustainable
development.

29. Give two examples of green skills.

A: Using renewable energy, water management, rainwater harvesting, etc.

30. What is a green job?

A: Employment that contributes to preserving or restoring environmental
quality.

31. Give two examples of potential green jobs in the agriculture sector.
A: Organic farmer, water quality technician.

32. What are some potential green jobs in the construction sector?
A: Green builders, green design professionals.

33. Give an example of a green job in the energy sector.

A: Solar cell technician, wind energy professional.

34. What is an example of a green job in the education sector?

A: Teaching environmental education.

35. What is the aim of the 'Swachh Cooperative' project?

A: Integrating informal waste pickers into solid waste management.

36. What is the aim of the 'Modern Deep Chulha' project?

A: Developing energy efficient cooking stoves to reduce wood consumption.

37. What is the purpose of the 'Biotoilet' project?

A: Providing hygienic sanitation using biodigesters in areas lacking sewage
systems.

38. What does conservation of resources mean?

A: Using natural resources efficiently and preventing overexploitation.

39. How can a resource audit help in conservation?

A: By examining resource consumption and planning measures accordingly.

40. Why is rainwater harvesting important for water conservation?

A: It helps recharge groundwater and prevents water wastage.
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41. How can energy be conserved at home?
A: By switching off lights/appliances when not in use, using energy efficient
products.

42. What is the role of reforestation in soil conservation?

A: Planting trees reduces soil erosion.

43. What is the significance of the 3 R's - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle?

A: It helps manage waste and conserve resources.

44. Why is segregation of waste important?

A: It allows biodegradable waste to be composted and non-biodegradable waste
to be recycled.

45. How can organic farming contribute to sustainable development?

A: It avoids the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

46. What is the role of green buildings in a green economy?

A: They use resources efficiently and minimize environmental impact.

47. Why is sustainable transport important for a green economy?

A: It reduces pollution, fuel consumption and traffic congestion.

48. How can waste management contribute to a green economy?

A: By reducing wastage of resources and minimizing pollution.

49. Why are green skills important for the future?

A: As all countries move towards a greener economy.

50. How can good communication skills aid green skills?

A: By enabling effective collaboration towards green solutions across sectors.