Question Paper
Class / Subject: Class 7 (CBSE) · Science
Chapter: Chapter 6 — Chapter 6: Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change
Time Allowed: 15 minutes
Max Marks: 6
1. The changes during adolescence are mainly triggered by: [1]
(A) hormones
(B) vitamins
(C) minerals
(D) proteins
2. The gland often called the 'master gland' that signals puberty is the: [1]
(A) pituitary gland
(B) thyroid gland
(C) liver
(D) kidney
3. Adolescent changes typically begin earlier in: [1]
(A) girls
(B) boys
(C) both at exactly the same age
(D) neither
4. A balanced diet during adolescence is important because: [1]
(A) the body grows rapidly at this stage
(B) growth has stopped
(C) no extra nutrients are needed
(D) only water is needed
5. Iron is especially important for adolescent girls because of: [1]
(A) the onset of menstruation
(B) increased height only
(C) voice changes
(D) no specific reason
6. Hormonal changes during adolescence commonly increase: [1]
(A) sweat and oil production
(B) bone density only
(C) hair loss only
(D) appetite loss