Worksheet Solutions: Flying High - 1 | EVS for Class 3 PDF Download

Q1: Fill in the blanks.

(i) Before the rain I cry aloud_______.
Ans: peacock

(ii) ________love to imitate people’s voice, and keep making a lot of noise
Ans: parrot

(iii) The vulture is what you call me. Black are my feathers and black is my
Ans: beak

(iv) In houses, I make my home. A __ is how I’m known.
Ans: sparrow

(v) Stitching leaves I make my home. The __ bird is how I’m known.
Ans: weaver

Q2: True or False.

(i) Birds can fly but cannot walk.
Ans: False

(ii) All birds have the same beak.
Ans: False

(iii) Owls can rotate their necks 360 degrees.
Ans: False

(iv) Feathers of birds help them to fly and keep them warm.
Ans: True

(v) Birds eat only fruits.
Ans: False

Q3: Name the following.

(i) Birds have different types of what?
Ans: Beaks

(ii) What do some birds eat that others do not?
Ans: Seeds, insects, fish, nectar, fruit, and meat

(iii) What do feathers help birds to do?
Ans: Fly

(iv) What sound does the mynah make with its neck?
Ans: Squawk

(v) What do some birds do to imitate human speech?
Ans: Mimic

Q4: Give two examples of each.

(i) Woodpecker
Ans: strong beak and ability to climb trees.

(ii) mynah
Ans: social behaviour and intelligence.

(iii) crow
Ans: intelligence and adaptability.

(iv) Family tradition
Ans: Celebrating birthdays, festivals, and special occasions together.

(v) Family member who is your role models
Ans: Mother, father, and grandparent(s).

Q5: Identify the images.

(i)

Ans: Crow

(ii)

Ans: Pigeon

(iii)

Ans: Sparrow

(iv)

Ans: Woodpecker

(v)

Ans: Vulture

Q6: Short answer type questions.

(i) What is the significance of feathers for birds, and how do feathers help birds survive in their environment?
Ans: Feathers help birds in many ways. They help birds to fly, keep them warm, and attract mates. Feathers also help birds to blend into their environment for protection.

(ii) How do people who cannot hear or speak communicate?
Ans: Mynah and Parrot are two common birds that can imitate human voice. They are unique because of their ability to mimic and learn sounds and voices from their surroundings.

(iii) How do different beaks of birds reflect their dietary habits?
Ans: Different beaks of birds reflect their dietary habits. For example, birds with long, curved beaks usually feed on nectar or insects, while birds with short, sharp beaks usually feed on seeds or insects.

(iv) How can observing birds in their natural habitat help children learn about the characteristics of different birds?
Ans: Observing birds in their natural habitat can help children learn about the characteristics of different birds. They can learn about their beaks, feathers, movements, and sounds, and how these characteristics help birds survive in their environment.

(v) What would happen if birds could not fly, but only walk on their feet?
Ans: If birds could not fly, but only walk on their feet, it would impact their survival in their environment. They would have to compete with other animals for food and shelter, and they would be vulnerable to predators. Additionally, their ability to migrate to different regions would be limited.