ICSE Class 10

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

  1. 1.The main iron ore exporting ports in India are Mormugao and ______.
    • A.Paradip
    • B.Haldia
    • C.Visakhapatnam
    • D.Kandla
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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)
  5. 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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