GD GOENKA SIGNATURE SCHOOL, GURUGRAM
MID TERM EXAMINATION (2023 – 24)
SAMPLE PAPER
CLASS – VII SUBJECT: SCIENCE
TIME: 3 HOURS MM: 80
General Instructions:
Read the following instructions carefully.
a) This question paper consists of 17 questions in 4 sections.
b) All questions are compulsory.
c) Attempt all questions after reading them carefully.
Section-A
Q.1. Multiple choice questions. (1X10=10)
1) When we observe the lower surface of a leaf through a magnifying lens we see
numerous small openings. Which of the following is the term given to such openings?
a) stomata b) lamina c) midrib d) veins
2) Pitcher plant traps insects because it
a) is a heterotroph. c) grows in soils which lack nitrogen.
b) does not have chlorophyll. d) has a digestive system like human beings.
3) Saliva acts on:
a) starch b) fats c) glucose d) proteins
4) The walls of the large Intestine absorb
a) water c) undigested food
b) digested food d) cellulose
5) Temperature is measured by:
a) hygrometer b) thermometer c) screw gauge d) rain gauge
6) Riya and Siya measured their body temperature. Riya found her’s to be 98.6 °F and Siya
recorded 37°C. Which of the following statements is true?
a) Riya has a higher body temperature than Siya.
b) Riya has a lower body temperature than Siya.
c) Both have normal body temperature.
d) Both are suffering from fever.
7) The acid present in the stomach
a) kills the harmful bacteria that may enter along with the food.
b) protects the stomach lining from harmful substances.
c) digests starch into simpler sugars.
d) makes the medium alkaline.
8) Litmus’, a natural dye is an extract of which of the following?
a) lichen b) beetroot c) blueberries d) china rose
9) Stretching of rubber band is a:
a) physical change b) chemical change c) irreversible change
d) permanent change
10) Spoilage of food is a:
a) physical change b) chemical change c) reversible change d) None of the above
Q.2. Fill in the blanks. (1X10=10)
1) ………………. is the ultimate source of energy for all living organisms.
2) The slimy, green patches in ponds or stagnant water bodies are generally formed by
the growth of organisms called ………… .
3) The ruminants have ………………….. enzyme to digest cellulose present in the grass.
4) Bile juice is secreted by ………………………. .
5) ………………….. is the degree of hotness and coldness.
6) No medium is required for transfer of heat by the process of ……………………. .
7) Bases turn………….. litmus to…………. colour.
8) Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, etc. contain ……………………
9) Burning of paper is a …………change.
10) Burning of fuels is the example of …………….change.
Q.3. In the following statements, write ‘T’ against those which are true and ‘F’ against
those which are false. (1X10=10)
1) The bacterium called Rhizobium can take atmospheric nitrogen and convert it into a
usable form.
2) On adding Iodine solution to starch, it will turn the leaf colourless.
3) Bees pull the nectar from the flowers into their mouth through sucking.
4) Gall bladder stores bile temporarily.
5) A cold fork is dipped in a cup of hot tea. Heat is transferred to its other end by the
process of radiation.
6) The range of temperature in a clinical thermometer is 39-65 degree Celsius
7) Phenolpthalein is a synthetic indicator
8) Window cleaners and other household products contain ammonia.
9) Rusting of iron is a chemical change
10) Falling of leaves is a physical change
Q.4. Define the following with suitable examples: (1X5=5)
1) Autotrophic mode of nutrition
2) Digestion of food
3) Insulators of heat
4) Indicators
5) Physical change
Section-B
Q.5. With the help of a suitable example differentiate between parasite and saprotroph. (2)
Q.6. Look at the picture given below and answer the following questions: (1+1)
1) Identify the organism. On the basis of no. of cell, which type of organism it is?
2) Name the structure which helps it in ingestion of food.
Q.7. Define conduction. Give one example to show heat transfer by conduction (1+1)
Q.8. Why is an antacid tablet taken when you suffer from acidity? (2)
Q.9. Look at the diagram given below: (1+1)
1) Label part A and B.
2) What are the functions of part A and B?
Section-C
Q.10. Look at the image given below and answer the following questions: (2+1)
1) Identify the organism shown in the image and explain its unique method of obtaining
nutrients/mode of nutrition.
2) Describe the type of environment/conditions it requires to grow.
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Q.11. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow it. (3)
Bile juice is stored in a sac called gallbladder, located near its organ of secretion, liver. The
gallbladder releases the bile juice into the small intestine whenever food reaches there.
Though bile juice is devoid of any digestive enzymes, it is required for the digestion of fats.
The fats cannot be digested easily because they are insoluble in water and are present as
large globules. Bile juice breaks down big fat droplets into smaller droplets. These are then
easily digested by the enzymes released from the pancreas.
1) Which organ secretes the bile juice?
2) How does bile juice help in digestion of fat?
3) Where is the digestion of fat completed?
Q.12. What do you mean by bad conductors of heat. Give three examples of insulators or bad
conductors of heat. (3)
Q.13. Differentiate between: (3+3)
1) Conductors and insulators
2) Aerobic and Anaerobic respiration
Section-D
Q.14. 1) Why is nutrition necessary for living organisms? (2)
2) How autotrophic nutrition is different from heterotrophic nutrition. Give examples to
support your answer. (2)
3) How chlorophyll is important for plants? (1)
Q.15. Label the diagram: (5)
Q.16. Enlist differences between laboratory and clinical thermometer. (5)
Q.17. What is a neutralization reaction? (1+4)
Write its 4 practical applications in daily life.
