ICSE Class 10 Mineral Resources — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for Mineral Resources (ICSE Class 10 Geography) — 10 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 Mineral Resources 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.The main iron ore exporting ports in India are Mormugao and ______.
- A.Paradip
- B.Haldia
- C.Visakhapatnam
- D.Kandla
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2.Identify two main coal-bearing areas of India from the following options.
- A.West Bengal - Raniganj, Jharkhand - Jharia
- B.Chhattisgarh - Korba, Madhya Pradesh - Singrauli
- C.Assam - Makum, Odisha - Talcher
- D.Maharashtra - Wardha, Andhra Pradesh - Godavari Valley
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3.How does Anthracite coal differ from Lignite coal in terms of carbon content and heating value?
- A.Anthracite contains about 80% carbon with high heating value; Lignite contains about 60% carbon with low heating value.
- B.Anthracite contains about 60% carbon with low heating value; Lignite contains about 80% carbon with high heating value.
- C.Both Anthracite and Lignite contain the same carbon content and heating value.
- D.Anthracite is a low-grade coal, while Lignite is the highest quality coal.
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4.Name one oil refinery that operates in the private sector and one in the public sector.
- A.Mumbai refinery (private); Haldia refinery (public)
- B.Jamnagar refinery (private); Guwahati refinery (public)
- C.Barauni refinery (private); Kochi refinery (public)
- D.Chennai refinery (private); Digboi refinery (public)
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5.Identify one iron ore mining area in Odisha and one in Chhattisgarh from the following options:
- A.Odisha - Keonjhar; Chhattisgarh - Bailadila
- B.Odisha - Sundargarh; Chhattisgarh - Bailadila
- C.Odisha - Koraput; Chhattisgarh - Surguja
- D.Odisha - Mayurbhanj; Chhattisgarh - Raigarh
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