MCQ on Class 5 SST The Desert – “Test your knowledge of Class 5 Social Studies – The Desert with engaging MCQs in this interactive quiz!”
Where are most deserts located on Earth?
a) Between 35° and 50° north and south of the equator
b) Between 10° and 25° north and south of the equator
c) Between 60° and 75° north and south of the equator
d) Near the poles
Answer: b) Between 10° and 25° north and south of the equator
Which desert is known as the largest hot desert in the world?
a) Atacama Desert
b) Sahara Desert
c) Gobi Desert
d) Patagonian Desert
Answer: b) Sahara Desert
What is the main reason for the less vegetation in hot deserts?
a) Excessive rainfall
b) Extreme heat
c) Rich soil
d) Abundant water sources
Answer: b) Extreme heat
Why do plants in deserts usually have long roots?
a) To anchor themselves in the sand
b) To extract nutrients from the soil
c) To reach deep for water
d) To resist strong winds
Answer: c) To reach deep for water
When are tortoises generally active in deserts?
a) During the day
b) At night
c) During extreme heat
d) During extreme cold
Answer: a) During the day
Why is the camel referred to as the “ship of the desert”?
a) Because it can swim in desert oases
b) Because it is a reliable means of transport in deserts
c) Because it has a ship-like appearance
d) Because it can carry heavy loads like a ship
Answer: b) Because it is a reliable means of transport in deserts
Which continent is home to the Kalahari and Namib deserts?
a) Asia
b) Africa
c) North America
d) Australia
Answer: b) Africa
What adaptation do Fennec foxes have for hot days in deserts?
a) Large ears
b) Thick fur
c) Burrowing behavior
d) Hairy eyelashes
Answer: a) Large ears
Which desert is the driest in the world?
a) Sahara Desert
b) Atacama Desert
c) Gobi Desert
d) Patagonian Desert
Answer: b) Atacama Desert
What is the main occupation of people in deserts?
a) Fishing
b) Agriculture
c) Animal rearing, trading, farming, and mining
d) Technology
Answer: c) Animal rearing, trading, farming, and mining
What is the primary role of oases in deserts?
a) They are rich in minerals
b) They provide water and green patches
c) They are centers for trading
d) They have extreme temperatures
Answer: b) They provide water and green patches
