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Social Science (087) — AI-generated practice question

AI-generated practice question — model-generated for extra practice, not a previous-year CBSE board question.

Q1. [2] straightforward exam-ready
[very_short_answer] Distinguish between metalled and unmetalled roads with respect to their surface, durability and seasonal usability.
Generated by claude-sonnet-4-6 · 2026-06-26 13:33 · grounding rag
Model Answer

| | Metalled Roads | Unmetalled Roads |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Hard, paved surface (tar/concrete) | Unpaved, earthen or gravel surface |
| Durability | More durable and long-lasting | Less durable |
| Seasonal Usability | Usable in all seasons | Become muddy and unusable during rains |

Explanation

Though the source passage does not explicitly detail metalled vs. unmetalled roads, this distinction is standard NCERT Class 10 Geography content from Chapter 7. Examiners expect you to present this as a comparison — a small table or two-three parallel points works well for a 2-mark distinguish question. Note the three specific parameters asked: surface, durability, and seasonal usability — address all three to secure full marks.

Previous-year CBSE Grade 10 board exam questions, organised by subject and chapter, each with a model answer — free to read and print.