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1. 1.

   1. Name the type of resource shown in the picture.
   2. Can you name the state in India where this source of energy is generated?
   3. Can you name one country in Europe famous for this source of energy?

   

2. 2.

   Choose the correct answer from the given options.

   1. Two examples of energy resources that are abundant and unlimited are _________________.
      1. solar and thermal energy
      2. thermal and geothermal energy
      3. wind energy and biogas
      4. natural gas and petroleum
   2. An energy resource that cannot be sustained in the future _________________.
      1. coal
      2. natural gas
      3. wind
      4. geothermal
   3. A type of coal that has the highest carbon content.
      1. bituminous
      2. anthracite
      3. peat
      4. lignite
   4. The oldest coalfield of India is _________________.
      1. Jharia
      2. Raniganj
      3. Bokaro
      4. Ramagundam
   5. Two oil-producing countries of west Asia are _________________.
      1. Indonesia and Sumatra
      2. India and Thailand
      3. Iran and Iraq
      4. Saudi Arabia and the USA
   6. Match Column I with Column II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:

   Column I	Column II
   A. Odisha	1. Gujarat
   B. Bassein	2. oldest coalfield
   C. Ankleshwar	3. Hirakud
   D. Raniganj	4. offshore oilfield

   Choose the right option from the following:

   1. A-3 , B-1, C- 4, D-2
   2. A-1, B- 3, C-4, D- 2
   3. A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
   4. A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2

   7. Which of the following are true about multipurpose dams?
      1. They may lead to widespread siltation and result in clogging.
      2. They cause widespread deforestation.
      3. Construction often cause soil erosion.
      4. all of the above
   8. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statement and choose the appropriate option: Assertion (A): The use of natural gas is becoming more and more popular. Reason (R): Natural gas can be found in association with petroleum or on its own.
      1. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation for (A).
      2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
      3. (R) is true but (A) is false.
      4. (A) is true but (R) is false.
   9. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statement and choose the appropriate option: Assertion (A): Today all metropolitan cities are choking with vehicular emissions. Reason (R): Greater use of public transport and use of bicycles and electric trams wherever feasible.
      1. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation for (A).
      2. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
      3. (R) is true but (A) is false.
      4. (A) is true but (R) is false.
   10. The major oil fields are in these states. Choose the correct states/union territory from the following:
       1. Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh
       2. Kashmir and Punjab
       3. Assam and Gujarat
       4. Bengal and Bihar
3. 3.

   Snow-fed rivers are better harnessed for hydroelectric power generation. Give reasons.

4. 4.

   The initial cost of hydroelectric power generation is very high. Give reasons.

5. 5.

   Deserts and islands are ideal for solar and wind power generation. Give reasons.

6. 6.

   Petroleum is sent to the refineries from the oilfields. Give reasons.