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Environmental Studies (EVS)

Conceptual Thinking and Application
  • Which of these actions helps in conserving electricity at home?
    1. Switching off fans and lights when not in use
    2. Using more electric heaters during summer
    3. Keeping the lights on during the day
    4. Using old appliances that consume more power
  • Which of these is a non-biodegradable waste?
    1. Plastic bottle
    2. Banana peel
    3. Paper
    4. Cotton cloth
  • Why should we not drink water directly from a pond or river?
    1. It may contain harmful germs and pollutants.
    2. It tastes salty and sweet.
    3. River water is always clean.
    4. Water from nature is already boiled.
  • Which of the following animals are correctly matched with their type of movement?
    1. Snake - slithers
    2. Cow - crawls
    3. Bird - hops
    4. Frog - flies
    Strategic Thinking
  • Ritu lives in a village where water is stored in open tanks. Many children in her area are falling sick. What is the most likely reason for this?
    1. Mosquitoes are breeding in stagnant water.
    2. Children are playing too much.
    3. The water is too cold.
    4. People are drinking more milk.
  • Aman sees his neighbour burning plastic bags in an open field. What should he do?
    1. Inform an adult or community leader to stop it and explain its harmful effects.
    2. Ignore it as it is none of his business.
    3. Join in to help burn faster.
    4. Take photos and share online without telling anyone.
  • During a nature walk, your class observes that the lake near your school is filled with garbage. What can your class suggest to the local panchayat?
    1. Organise a cleanliness drive and install dustbins nearby.
    2. Build more roads through the lake.
    3. Stop students from visiting the lake.
    4. Cover the lake with plastic sheets.
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