ICSE Class 10 Genetics — Basic Fundamentals — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for Genetics — Basic Fundamentals (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 Genetics — Basic Fundamentals 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
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1.What is genetic engineering?
- A.Study of human anatomy
- B.Technique to alter genetic constitution by introducing new genes
- C.Observation of plants in natural habitat
- D.Study of animal behavior
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2.A biology teacher asked her students to give two examples of inherited traits in humans. Raj said: Eye color and height. Sonu said: Skills and hobbies. Lata said: Blood type and hair color. Abhay said: Pinna and Ossicles. Who were correct?
- A.Raj and Lata
- B.Sonu and Abhay
- C.Raj and Abhay
- D.Lata and Sonu
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3.What is heredity?
- A.The study of organisms' surroundings
- B.The transmission of genetically based traits from parents to offspring
- C.The creation of new species
- D.The study of plant anatomy
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4.What is the term for a cross between one pair of contrasting characters?
- A.Mono-hybrid cross
- B.Di-hybrid cross
- C.Test cross
- D.Back cross
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5.Among lion, tiger and domestic cat, all the three have the same number of 38 chromosomes, yet they have different appearances. How do you account for such differences?
- A.The differences are due to variations in the genetic information carried by the chromosomes.
- B.The differences arise because chromosomes in each species have unique shapes and sizes.
- C.The differences occur as each species has a distinct number of genes, despite the same chromosome count.
- D.The differences result from environmental factors altering chromosome structure over time.
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