ICSE Class 10 Soil Resources — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for Soil 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 Soil 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.How is regur soil or black soil primarily formed?
- A.From the deposition of river sediments
- B.Through the weathering of Deccan trap basalt rock in situ
- C.From the accumulation of organic matter in swamps
- D.By the action of glaciers during the Ice Age
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2.Which of the following are two key characteristics of Black soil?
- A.High sand content and low fertility.
- B.High moisture retention and rich in minerals like calcium and potassium.
- C.Low moisture retention and high salinity.
- D.Acidic pH and deficient in iron.
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3.Which is the most widespread soil of India?
- A.Red soil
- B.Alluvial soil
- C.Laterite soil
- D.Black soil
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4.Why is the Red soil considered ideal for dry farming?
- A.It is formed in areas with poor rainfall and responds to fertilizers.
- B.It is red in colour.
- C.It is rich in iron oxide.
- D.It is rich in nitrogen.
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5.Which of the following lists all the main components of soil?
- A.Sand, silt, clay, water, and air
- B.Mineral particles, organic matter, water, air, and microorganisms
- C.Rocks, humus, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and bacteria
- D.Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, water, and sunlight
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