Test Yourself – Class 10 Geography Chapter 2: Forest and Wildlife Resources | CBSE | GPN

📝 Test Yourself

Active Recall Challenge: Test your mastery of Chapter 2 with 50 targeted questions. Covering biodiversity, conservation strategies, and India's forest resources, this self-assessment tool is designed to identify knowledge gaps and strengthen retention before exams.

📋 How to Use This Test

Complete all questions in one sitting without interruptions

Note down answers separately before checking

Calculate your score honestly - 1 mark per question

Review explanations for incorrect answers thoroughly

Aim for 80%+ accuracy to ensure chapter mastery

Comprehensive Self-Assessment (1 Mark Each)

Format Distribution: Questions 1-15: Single-word answers | 16-35: Short fill-ups (2-3 words) | 36-45: Assertion-based (True/False with reason) | 46-50: Matching/concept identification

1. What term describes species found only in a particular area and nowhere else?
2. The Himalayan yew is a source of which anti-cancer drug?
3. Which Indian state has the largest area under permanent forests?
4. What percentage of India's total forest area is classified as reserved forest?
5. Which type of forest is most vulnerable to human interference?
6. The Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in which Indian state?
7. What is the scientific name of the Indian elephant?
8. Which animal is India's national heritage animal?
9. The Himalayan brown bear is found in which national park?
10. What term describes species whose population has declined to levels from where it is likely to move into endangered category?
11. The Forest Conservation Act was enacted in which year?
12. Which river valley project threatened the habitat of the famous rhinoceros?
13. What is the main cause of depletion of forests in the North-eastern states?
14. Which community in Rajasthan is associated with protection of blackbucks?
15. The Chipko movement originated in which Himalayan region?
16. Species which are in danger of extinction are called __________ species.
17. __________ are species which are only found in some particular areas isolated by geographical barriers.
18. India has nearly __________ percent of the world's recorded flora.
19. __________ percent of India's wild flora and mammals are on the threatened list.
20. Asiatic cheetah and __________ are two species that have become extinct in India.
21. The Himalayan yew is being destroyed for extraction of __________.
22. Forests are classified into __________ categories by the Forest Department.
23. __________ forests are regarded as most valuable for conservation of forest and wildlife resources.
24. Madhya Pradesh has the largest area under __________ forests.
25. __________ and Andaman & Nicobar Islands have more than half of their area under forests.
26. The famous __________ movement in Himalaya successfully resisted deforestation.
27. In __________, villagers fought against mining by citing the Wildlife Protection Act.
28. __________ in Alwar district has declared its own 1200 hectares of forest as Bhairodev Dakav 'Sonchuri'.
29. The Joint Forest Management programme was started in __________.
30. Beej Bachao Andolan was started in __________ valley.
31. The one-horned rhinoceros is found in __________ National Park.
32. All species of plants and animals are essential for ecosystem health. (True/False)
33. India is one of the world's richest countries in terms of biological diversity. (True/False)
34. Match the animal with its conservation status: Asiatic Lion - (a) Vulnerable, (b) Endangered, (c) Extinct
35. Which is NOT a category of forest classification? (a) Reserved, (b) Protected, (c) Commercial, (d) Unclassed

📊 Answer Key & Performance Analysis

PART A: Single Word Answers (1-15)

1. Endemic
2. Taxol
3. Madhya Pradesh
4. 54
5. Unclassed
6. West Bengal
7. Elephas maximus
8. Elephant
9. Dachigam
10. Vulnerable
11. 1980
12. Tehri Dam
13. Shifting cultivation
14. Bishnoi
15. Garhwal

PART B: Short Fill-ups (16-35)

16. Endangered
17. Endemic
18. 8
19. 10
20. Pink-headed duck
21. Taxol
22. three
23. Reserved
24. permanent
25. Mizoram
26. Chipko
27. Sariska
28. Five villages
29. 1988
30. Social
31. Tehri
32. Kaziranga
33. 1973
34. 21.71
35. Meghalaya

PART C: True/False & Concept Questions (36-50)

36. True
37. True
38. True
39. True
40. False
41. True
42. True
43. False
44. False
45. True
46. (b) Endangered
47. (c) Commercial
48. (c) Gir - Tiger
49. (b) Navdanya - Uttarakhand
50. (b) Community participation

Score Range	Mastery Level	Action Plan
45-50	Expert Level	Proceed to advanced applications
38-44	Proficient	Focus on application-based questions
30-37	Developing	Revise key concepts and classifications
25-29	Basic Understanding	Re-read chapter with focus on terminology
Below 25	Needs Foundation	Start with NCERT line-by-line study

🚀 Strategic Revision Tips

Spaced Repetition: Retake this test after 3 days, then 7 days for optimal retention

Error Analysis: Create a separate notebook for questions you get wrong

Visual Mapping: Draw classification charts for species types and forest categories

Case Connection: Link each conservation example to its geographical location

Current Data: Update yourself with latest forest cover statistics from ISFR reports

Exam Insight: This chapter contributes approximately 8-10 marks in board exams. Focus particularly on classification systems, conservation examples, and community participation models, as these are frequently asked in different formats.