Question 1

Q1: (iv) The Big Inch pipeline transports (a) Milk (b) Liquid petroleum gas (LGP) (c) Water (d) Petroleum

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(d) Petroleum Explanation: The text states, "Big Inch is one such famous pipeline, which carries petroleum from the oil wells of the Gulf of Mexico to the North-eastern States."

Question 2

Q1: Choose the right answer from the four alternatives given below. (i) The Trans-Continental Stuart Highway runs between (a) Darwin and Melbourne (b) Edm...

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(a) Darwin and Melbourne Explanation: The chapter states, "The TransContinental Stuart Highway connects Darwin (north coast) and Melbourne via Tennant Creek and Alice Springs in Australia."

Question 3

Q1: (ii) Which country has the highest density of railway network? (a) Brazil (b) U.S.A (c) Canada (d) Russia

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(b) U.S.A Explanation: While the text mentions that Belgium has the highest railway density in the world, it is not an option. Among the given choices, the text provides the strongest case for the U.S.A. It states that North America has one of the most extensive rail networks, and "The most dense ra...

Question 4

Q1: (v) Which one pair of the following places is linked by Channel Tunnel? (a) London - Berlin (b) Paris - London (c) Berlin - Paris (d) Barcelona - Berl...

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(b) Paris - London Explanation: In the section on European railways, the chapter mentions, "Channel Tunnel, operated by Euro Tunnel Group through England, connects London with Paris."

Question 5

Q1: (iii) The Big Trunk Route runs through (a) The Mediterranean - Indian ocean (b) The North Atlantic Ocean (c) The South Atlantic Ocean (d) The North Pa...

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(b) The North Atlantic Ocean Explanation: The chapter describes The Northern Atlantic Sea Route as the busiest in the world and specifies that it is "otherwise, called the Big Trunk Route."

Question 6

Q2: (i) What are the problems of road transport in mountainous, desert and flood prone regions?

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Road transport faces significant challenges in mountainous, desert, and flood-prone regions.    Mountainous Regions: Construction of roads is difficult and expensive due to the steep slopes and rugged terrain. These areas are also prone to landslides and heavy snowfall, which can damage roads and bl...

Question 7

Q2: (ii) What is a trans-continental railway?

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A trans-continental railway is a railway line that runs across an entire continent, linking its two ends. These railways were constructed for both economic and political reasons, aiming to facilitate long-distance transport in different directions and integrate vast territories. An example is the Tr...

Question 8

Q2: (iii) What are the advantages of water transport?

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Water transport has several significant advantages:    Low Cost: It is much cheaper than other modes of transport because the friction of water is far less than that of land, resulting in lower energy costs. It is especially economical for carrying bulky materials over long distances.    No Route Co...

Question 9

Q3: (iii) What are the modes by which cyber space will expand the contemporary economic and social space of humans.

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Cyberspace, or the Internet, is the electronic digital world that allows for communication and access to information without the physical movement of people. It expands the contemporary economic and social space of humans by removing the barriers of distance and time through various modes. Key modes...

Question 10

Q3: (i) Elucidate the statement- "In a well managed transport system, various modes complement each other".

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The statement "In a well managed transport system, various modes complement each other" means that each mode of transport—land, water, and air—has its own unique advantages and is best suited for specific purposes. An efficient system integrates these modes so they work together seamlessly rather th...

Question 11

Q3: (ii) Which are the major regions of the world having a dense network of airways.

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The world's dense airway networks are concentrated primarily in the most developed and industrialised regions of the Northern Hemisphere. These regions have a high volume of passenger and cargo traffic, advanced infrastructure, and high economic activity. The major regions are:    Eastern U.S.A.: Th...

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