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IGKO Olympiad Mock Test for Class 1

Q: 5. What will be the language medium in which the IGKO exam shall be conducted?

According to the IGKO syllabus for 2024-25, the exam will be conducted only in the English language.

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IGKO Olympiad Mock Test for Class 1

IGKO Online Mock Test for Class 1

The International General Knowledge Olympiad or IGKO Mock Test 2024 for Class 1 is available for download on the website of Vedantu and its mobile application. All the mock tests are available in PDF format for free that can be downloaded by students. Having good knowledge of GK is very important for this examination and every student should strive to learn more about the same. The International General Knowledge Olympiad is the best platform from which students can learn a lot of new things and analyse their knowledge in the subject. Solving IGKO Olympiad Mock Tests will not only help you to score good marks in the exam, but most importantly, it will help you to better manage your time as you will be already aware of the question paper pattern.

Overview of IGKO 2024-25

Full form of the exam	International General Knowledge Olympiad
Abbreviated name	IGKO
Conducting body	Science Olympiad Foundation
Exam frequency	Once every year
Exam Level	Matriculate
Application mode	Offline
Application Fee (for General category)	Rs. 125 (via Online mode)
Duration of the exam	1 Hour
Date of exam	1st Date - 19th September, 2024 2nd Date - 4th October, 2024 3rd Date - 15th October, 2024

Olympiad exams are important and give a competitive edge to the students. Class 1 students are at a tender age and the objective of making them participate is not for rank or to score but to give them exposure to the competition so that they are well prepared for the challenges and the competition in the future.

The syllabus of the IGKO class comprises the topics like Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Language and Literature, Earth and Its Environment, Sports, Me and My Surroundings, Maths Fun, Life Skills (Kindness, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Do's & Don'ts), Current Affairs. These topics might not be familiar to children and might not be given so much interest or focus. Parents have to make efforts so that the kids first develop a certain interest in these topics. Explain the importance of olympiads but at the same time, they should not be given any kind of pressure.

IGKO Syllabus for Classes 1 to 10

The IGKO Syllabus for Classes 1 - 10 is divided into four main sections.

The 1st Section is on General Awareness - This section includes the topics that are based on important events around the world.
The 2nd section is on Current Affairs - This section will have questions about recent events.
The 3rd section is on Life Skills - It consists of topics that are based on one's ability to manage and live a better quality of life.
The 4th section is the Achievers Section - This basically contains questions which are related to thinking skills of higher order.

Below are Some of the Tips that Can Help Parents Develop and Improve Their Children’s General Knowledge:

Watching sports channels with the kids is one of the best ways to develop interest and knowledge about different games and their importance amongst children. You cannot expect the child to gain interest in a single day but gradually they will when they start seeing them on television and reading in the newspaper. You can also talk about the Olympics and Asian games, etc. and tell them about their importance.

1. Playing Geography-related Games

Children always love to play games. They enjoy and also learn quickly. You can play games with the names of the countries, capitals, states etc. This will make learning fun and they will want to play more of such games. So along with the game, they would have learnt many things. Children grasp things very quickly.

2. Learning with the Help of a Globe

You can explain about the Earth and the water bodies throughout the globe which will make it interesting and children will like the subject better when you teach them practically. They will learn the names of the ocean and the seas quickly and also remember them.

3. Reading Newspapers and Magazines

This is a young age for children to read the newspaper. parents can start to make them read the headlines which are there in bold letters. Developing the habit of reading newspapers is the best method to improve general knowledge. Children might not gain the habit immediately but gradually they will get used to it.

4. Books

There are many general knowledge books available for students to study. You can purchase such books and let children learn from them. You can ask them questions to assess their knowledge. There will be some topics based on pictures in the book which will make the entire subject even more interesting.

IGKO 2024 Mock Test Papers Class 1 to 10

Students can access IGKO Mock Test Papers from below:

Conclusion

Students in Class 1, who wish to appear for and ace the IGKO are encouraged to download and sit through Vedantu’s IGKO Online Mock Test for Class 1 since it will definitely help them gain some exposure to the pattern and style of questions. Students will also get ample practice to sit for the actual test confidently.

FAQs on IGKO Olympiad Mock Test for Class 1

1. What is the total number of Olympiads and what is the eligibility?

There are a total of 8 Olympiads exams conducted every year. The exams are conducted to test the concept and the knowledge of the students. This is a competitive exam and students preparing for this exam will also have good preparation in their academics as well. All students from Class 1 to Class 12 from the recognised boards like CBSE, ICSE, and ISC are eligible to give the exam. The student should be encouraged to participate in the Olympiad so that they are well-prepared for more challenges ahead confidently.

2. What is the importance of a mock test?

The mock test and sample papers are very important. Students get the practice of answering the question in a better way. They will also understand the type of questions that are asked in the exam. This will also help them in time management and enhance their speed while writing. Class 1 children are at the beginning level and they might not understand the value of mock tests or the question paper initially but they can be made familiar so when they are in the higher classes they can practise and be well versed with the subject.

3. How can Olympiad exams be helpful for the students?

Olympiad exams are a combination of many competitive exams. Students from Class 1 to Class 12 from any recognised boards are eligible to participate in the exam. This will help the students to know about the competitive exams and get well versed in the preparation method. Students preparing for the olympiad will also simultaneously get prepared for academics as well. Olympiads help the students to be familiar with various topics and gain knowledge.

4. How much time does a student get for the completion of the IGKO exam?

Every student gets 60 minutes or 1 hour to complete the IGKO exam.

5. What will be the language medium in which the IGKO exam shall be conducted?

According to the IGKO syllabus for 2024-25, the exam will be conducted only in the English language.

6. How can parents help their kids participate in the Olympiads?

Class 1 students are very young and need the help of their parents to know exactly what the olympiad is all about. They should be made familiar with the exam and start to make them know about the different subjects and develop their general knowledge. They should not be pressured to score high or be at the top. At this age, they should be encouraged to participate and help them learn without any stress or pressure. Learning about the Olympiad from a young age will give the children to face the competitive exam with confidence when they go to the higher classes.

7. How can General Knowledge be developed in children from a younger age?

Class 1 children are very young in age and they themselves cannot learn or gain the habit of learning systematically. Therefore, parents have to develop the habit of asking them questions related to General Knowledge, making them read the small sentences in the newspaper or magazines. These habits when developed from a young age can be useful and children once they get used to certain habits, they automatically gain the required knowledge. But making them develop the habit of learning from sources like newspapers and telling them the importance is very essential. Parents should also keep in their mind that they are not pressured and children should learn with enjoyment.

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