SOLUTION
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Q. 152603
Which of the following is the correct option :
Roofs of Jodhpur are painted blue because:
a. It reflects most of the sunlight.
Write whether you agree/ disagree with the given statements?
All houseboats are stationary.
Disagree
Why do you think, the houseboats are made of wood?
Wood makes the boat lighter, and it can float easily on water.
Which types are houses are made on hills? Explain them briefly.
Log cabins are made on hills. They are small houses made of timber logs.
Match the following:
Name some plants that have modified leaves.
Cabbage and spring onions
Name the opening through which plants breathe.
Stomata
What is germination?
Germination is the process where seeds grow into new plants.
Name a stem which is an ‘underground stem’.
Potato
Name some stems that store food.
Potato, ginger and sugarcane
Name some weak stems.
Money plant, pea plant, grape vine and bean plant have weak stems.
What is a trunk?
Strong, hard and woody stems are known as trunks.
Animals that spend most of their time on trees.
Arboreal animals
Animals that live in water.
Aquatic animals
Animals that spend most of their time in air.
Aerial animals
Animals that live on land.
Terrestrial animals
I give milk and I moo.
Cow
I love to eat rats.
Cat
I am used for transport and I neigh.
Horse
My wool is used to make sweaters and I provide meat as well.
Sheep
I live in a kennel.
Dog
Name the animals under the category of ‘aerial animals’.
Aerial animals include birds and bats that spend most of their time flying.
What are the uses of limbs by terrestrial animals?
Terrestrial animals use their limbs for running, jumping and walking.
What do we call the front set of limbs of terrestrial animals?
The front set of limbs of terrestrial animals is known as the ‘forelimbs’.
What was the reason behind taming eagles and falcons?
In ancient times, eagles and falcons were tamed and kept as pets for hunting games and flying competitions. Their sharp eye sight and preying abilities were the main reasons for taming them.
Name some birds that are commonly kept as pets.
Birds are amongst our favourite pets. Sparrows, finches, parrots, pigeons etc. are popular as pets.
State some needs of pet animals.
Pets have different needs. Unlike wild animals, they are not able to go out and hunt for food. So, they rely on us to give them fresh food and water.
Why do animals need shelter?
Animals need shelter to live. A shelter protects them from heat, cold, rain and enemies.
What are pet animals?
A pet is a household animal kept for companionship and a person’s enjoyment.
What do we know about arboreal animals?
This category of animals spends most of their time on trees. Such animals come to the trees for safety and shelter but live on land for food. Flying squirrel, monitor lizards, lemurs and monkeys belong to this group.
Write a short paragraph on aquatic animals.
Animals that live in water are called aquatic animals. Fish, frogs, turtles, whales, and sharks, etc. are examples of aquatic animals. Fish and some mammals like dolphins as well as whales have fins to swim. On the other hand, frogs have webbed feet to swim in water and hop on land.
Similarly, turtles have paddles which are modified limbs, to swim through water. Penguins and seals have flippers to help them swim, waddle and glide.
Why can’t we keep turtles as pets?
In many countries, it is not allowed to keep turtles as pets as they commonly carry bacteria called Salmonella on their outer skin and shell surfaces. This can cause illnesses, especially in children. Also, some species of turtle are endangered. Hence, their usage as pets is discouraged.
Why is killing of elephants banned?
Elephants are hunted for their tusks which are a source of ivory. Elephant poaching have turned these mighty animals into an endangered species. Nowadays, ivory products are banned and thankfully so.
What is domestication of animals?
Domestication is the process of adapting animals for human use. This is done to get various useful products like: milk, eggs, wool, meat, honey, milk, fuel, etc. Animals like: buffaloes, cows, sheep, goats, pigs, horses, elephants, dogs, hens and bees are usually domesticated by humans.
What kind of beneficial effect do pets have on us?
Pets invariably provide us with a tender and docile nature, playful spirit and unconditional love and care. Our fingertips are incredibly sensitive to touch. So, simply stroking a pet has a calming and composing effect on us.
What are domestic animals?
A domestic animal is any animal that is dependent on human beings for food, water and shelter. This includes farm animals too.
Label the types of feathers in picture given below.
What do you understand by down strokes?
When a bird moves its wings in downward and forward direction, it is called down strokes.
What do you mean by up strokes?
When a bird moves its wings upward and backward direction, it is called up strokes.
Name the two types of movements made by a bird.
A bird makes two types of movements - up strokes and down strokes.
What is the function of down feathers?
Down feathers help a bird to keep its body warm.
Which feathers cover the whole body of a bird?
Body feathers cover the whole body of a bird.
Name the types of feathers present on a bird’s body.
Following are the types of feathers present on a bird’s body:
1. Down feathers
2. Body feathers
3. Flight feathers
How many types of feathers are present on a bird’s body?
There are three types of feathers present on a bird’s body.
What do you mean by plumage?
The feathers present on a bird’s body are often referred to as plumage.
Name the bird that has green feathers.
Parrot is an example of the bird with green feathers.
Activity for you: If bats are not birds, then under which classification of animals do they fall? Find out!
Bats do not lay eggs
Bats are Mammals.
Do birds have teeth?
No,birds do not have teeth.
Why bats are not birds?
Because they do not lay eggs and don’t have feathers.
In birds, which gender has the brighter plumage?
Males
What is the other use of plumage?
A plumage is used to attract mates.
What is plumage?
Feathers on a bird are often referred to as plumage.
What is an up stroke?
In up stroke the wings move upward and backward.
What is down stroke?
In down stroke the wings move downward and forward.
How many kinds of wing movements are there?
There are two kinds of wing movements :
a. Down stroke
b. Up stroke
How are the wings attached to a bird’s body?
Wings are attached with the help of strong muscles.
What is the purpose of flight feathers?
Flight feathers are in the wings and help the bird to fly.
What are body feathers?
Body feathers cover the body of the bird.
What are down feathers?
They are soft and fluffy and keep a bird’s body warm.
How many types of feathers does a bird have?
A bird has three types of feathers:
a. Down feathers
b. Body feathers
c. Flight feathers
What major function do feathers fulfill for a bird?
Feathers keep a bird warm.
What covers the body of a bird?
Feathers cover the body of birds.
Identify the bird in the image.
Macaw
What constitutes the wings of birds?
The wings of birds have feathers which help them to fly.
Why do birds have lighter bodies?
Birds have lighter bodies because their bones are hollow.
Why can’t humans fly?
Humans cannot fly because they have heavy bones and no wings.
How can we create our own bird’s nest?
Make a base- Collect long grass and twigs and twist them so that they hold in the shape of a bowl.
Add 6 or 7 strong sticks to make the fence of the nest.
Weaving- Weave grass in and out around the fence. Make the base tucking the loose ends using threads.
Line the nest- Use cotton, wool and feathers to line the nest.
Which bird’s egg is the largest in the world?
The egg of an ostrich is the world’s largest egg.
What is hatching?
The process by which the birds hatch their eggs and the young birds emerge out,is known as hatching.
How do birds care for their young ones?
The mother bird lays her eggs and sits on the eggs to keep them warm, whereas a father bird protects them from the enemies.
What is the name of the young one of a goose?
Gosling is the young one of a goose
How does a penguin make its nest?
The penguin makes its nest on the ground using bones and stones.
What do we know about arboreal animals?
This category of animals spend most of their time on trees. Such animals come to the trees for safety and shelter but live on land for food. Flying squirrel, monitor lizards, lemurs and monkeys belong to this group.
Write a short paragraph on aquatic animals.
Animals that live in water are called aquatic animals. Fish, frogs, turtles, whales, and sharks, are examples of aquatic animals. Fish and some mammals like dolphins as well as whales have fins to swim. On the other hand, frogs have webbed feet to swim in water and hop on land.
Similarly, turtles have paddles (which are modified limbs), to swim through water. Penguins and seals have flippers to help them swim, waddle and glide.
Name the animals under the category of ‘aerial animals’.
Aerial animals include birds and bats that spend most of their time flying.
What are the uses of limbs for terrestrial animals?
Terrestrial animals use their limbs for running, jumping and walking.
What do we call the front set of limbs of terrestrial animals?
The front set of limbs of terrestrial animals is known as the ‘forelimbs’.
Fish that climbs out of water and walks for short distances.
Climbing perch
Animals that spend most of their time on trees.
Arboreal animals
Animals that live in water.
Aquatic animals
Animals that spend most of their time in air.
Aerial animals
Animals that live on land.
Terrestrial animals
What do we call a baby monkey?
A baby monkey is known as an infant.
How do monkeys communicate with each other?
Monkeys chatter with each other to communicate.
What do you a call a group of horses?
A group of horses is known as a herd.
Fill in the blanks:
A horse _____to communicate with other horses.
neighs
Which of the following is a colt?
a.
b.
A.
What do we call a group of fish?
A group of fish is known as a school.
Out of the options below, choose the sound made by a frog.
Mew, bark, chatter and croak
Croak
Name the baby animal in the image.
Tadpole
Fill in the blanks:
A ______ is known as a group of frogs.
knot
What is the sound made by the duck?
The sound made by a duck is ‘quack-quack’.
Fill in the blanks:
The ‘Ugly ______’ is a famous tale for kids.
Duckling
What do we call a group of ducks?
A group of ducks is known as a flock.
What is the bear doing in the image?
The bear is growling in the image.
What do we call a group of bears?
A group of bear is known as a sloth.
True or false:
The young one of both a lion and a bear is known as a cub.
True
Agree or disagree:
The sound made by a deer is known as ‘tring’.