ICSE Class 10

ICSE Class 10 Human Evolution — Mock Test (2027)

Free online mock test for Human Evolution (ICSE Class 10 Biology) — 20 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.

What to expect: This mock test covers key concepts from the Human Evolution chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.

Tip: Attempt without notes first to identify gaps, then review explanations for any wrong answers. Retake after a few days for best retention.

Sample questions

  1. 1.Which theory suggests that physiological changes acquired over the life of an organism may be transmitted to its offspring?
    • A.Theory of natural selection
    • B.Theory of inheritance of acquired characters
    • C.Theory of use and disuse
    • D.Theory of genetic drift
  2. 2.Approximately how many years ago did human evolution begin in Africa?
    • A.Between 6 and 2 million years ago
    • B.Around 1 million years ago
    • C.Between 10 and 5 million years ago
    • D.Less than 500,000 years ago
  3. 3.A teacher asked her students to name two examples of vestigial organs in the human body. Raj said: Wisdom teeth and tailbone. Sonu said: Ear muscles and appendix. Lata said: Tailbone and appendix. Abhay said: Wisdom teeth and nails. Who were correct?
    • A.Raj and Lata.
    • B.Sonu and Lata.
    • C.Raj and Sonu.
    • D.Abhay and Raj.
  4. 4.When did Cro-Magnon man appear, and which feature distinguishes them?
    • A.100,000 mya; flat skull
    • B.30,000 mya; rounded skull and large brow ridge
    • C.50,000 mya; smaller teeth
    • D.200,000 mya; no brow ridge
  5. 5.In the evolution of man, Homo erectus is considered to be evolved from.
    • A.Dryopithecus
    • B.Ramapithecus
    • C.Cro-Magnon
    • D.Australopithecus

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