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Class 7 Science

Chapter 16: Water – A Precious Resource

MCQs and Practice Worksheet

Part A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Q1. Water is called a precious resource because:

A. It is colourful
B. It is limited and essential for life
C. It is cheap
D. It is heavy

Answer: B


Q2. Which of the following is the main source of water?

A. Rivers
B. Lakes
C. Rain
D. Wells

Answer: C


Q3. Water present below the surface of the Earth is called:

A. Rainwater
B. River water
C. Groundwater
D. Sea water

Answer: C


Q4. The decrease in the level of groundwater is known as:

A. Water cycle
B. Water pollution
C. Depletion of water table
D. Condensation

Answer: C


Q5. Which of the following is NOT a cause of depletion of water table?

A. Increase in population
B. Industrial use of water
C. Rainwater harvesting
D. Deforestation

Answer: C


Q6. Which process changes water into water vapour?

A. Condensation
B. Evaporation
C. Precipitation
D. Freezing

Answer: B


Q7. Collecting and storing rainwater is called:

A. Water cycle
B. Groundwater recharge
C. Rainwater harvesting
D. Irrigation

Answer: C

Part B: Practice Worksheet

1. Fill in the blanks:

  • Water is essential for all __________ beings.
  • The main source of water is __________.
  • Decrease in groundwater level is called __________.
  • Collecting rainwater is called __________ harvesting.

2. Very Short Answer:

(a) What is groundwater?
(b) Name one cause of depletion of water table.
(c) What is rainwater harvesting?

3. Short Answer:

(a) What is the water cycle?
(b) Write two methods of conserving water.
(c) Why should we save water?

4. Long Answer:

Explain the causes and prevention of depletion of water table.

Answer Key (For Teachers & Parents)

Fill in the blanks:

  • Living
  • Rain
  • Depletion of water table
  • Rainwater

Very Short Answers:

  • Water present below Earth’s surface
  • Increase in population / Industrial use
  • Collecting and storing rainwater

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Class 7 Science – Chapter 16: MCQs & Worksheet

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