Types of Motion Quiz - CBSE Class 7 Science

Free practice quiz: Types of Motion (CBSE Class 7 Science). 19 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 7 Science practice quiz has 19 multiple-choice questions on Types of Motion, and 19 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

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1. What type of motion is described when an object moves in a straight line?

   1. Circular Motion
   2. Linear Motion
   3. Periodic Motion
   4. Rotational Motion
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   Answer: B. Linear Motion

   Linear motion is when an object moves along a straight path. This can include movements such as a car travelling straight down a road.

2. Which of the following is NOT an example of circular motion?

   1. Earth orbiting the Sun
   2. A child on a swing
   3. A car turning a corner
   4. A rocket moving in a straight line
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   Answer: D. A rocket moving in a straight line

   A rocket moving in a straight line is an example of linear motion, not circular motion.

3. Which of the following is an example of rotational motion?

   1. A dog running
   2. A wheel spinning
   3. A ball being thrown
   4. A train moving forward
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   Answer: B. A wheel spinning

   A wheel spinning is an example of rotational motion as it rotates around its axis.

4. Which example illustrates non-uniform motion?

   1. A person walking at a constant pace
   2. A car decelerating at a traffic light
   3. A train traveling at 60 km/h
   4. A kite flying straight up
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   Answer: B. A car decelerating at a traffic light

   A car decelerating at a traffic light represents non-uniform motion since its speed is changing.

5. Why is the trajectory of a projectile always curved?

   1. Due to air resistance
   2. Due to change in direction
   3. Due to constant speed
   4. Due to gravity
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   Answer: D. Due to gravity

   The curved trajectory of a projectile is caused by the uniform downward acceleration due to gravity acting on it after it is projected.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is an example of linear motion?
2. What is circular motion?
3. What describes periodic motion?
4. An example of periodic motion is:
5. Which type of motion can describe the Earth rotating on its axis?
6. What is the nature of uniform motion?
7. Which scenario best represents uniform motion?
8. When does an object experience non-uniform motion?
9. What is the distinguishing feature of projectile motion?
10. Which of the following is an example of projectile motion?
11. How does gravitational force affect projectile motion?
12. What is the path of a projectile called?
13. What type of motion would describe the orbits of planets around the sun?
14. What is common between the movements of the Earth around the Sun and a pendulum swinging?

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