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Every Drop Counts - 1 Class 5 Worksheet EVS Chapter 6

Q1: Look at the different sources of water. Write their names in the blanks.

Lake, Pond, Step well, Sea, Water tap, Stream, Well, Rain, hand pump, Waterfalls.
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Q2: Choose the correct option

(a) In the word Ghadsisar, what does the word Sar means.
(i) River
(ii) Well
(iii) Lake
(iv) Pond

(b) Johads were made to collect
(i)Tap water
(ii) 
Well water
(iii) 
Rain water
(iv) 
Flood Water

LakeLake(c) The arrangements of water for travellers was called
(i) Sar
(ii) 
Banvdis
(iii) 
Piau
(iv) 
Talabs

(d) Who worked together to build a lake for Darki Mai’s village?
(i) Al-Biruni
(ii) 
Pawan Gupta
(iii) 
Tarun Bharat Sangh
(iv) 
King Ghadsi of Jaisalmer

(e) What is the main message of the story?
(i) 
Water should be conserved and valued.
(ii) 
Old buildings and paintings can reveal history.
(iii) 
Al-Biruni was a famous traveler from Uzbekistan.
(iv) Stepwells are popular tourist attractions. 

StepwellStepwell

Q3: Fill in the blanks.

(i) Sar means a __________.
(ii) King Ghadsi of ____________ got made Ghadsisar lake 650 years ago.
(iii) Al-Biruni a traveller from ____________ visited India more than a thousand years ago.
(iv) Raised platforms around a lake are called ____________.
(v) Bavdis (Baolis) are ____________.

Q4: True/False.


(i) The increasing population is also contributing to a shortage of water.
(ii) The soil around the trees should be covered with concrete and cement.
(iii) We should not pay the water bill.
(iv) We should put a motor pump directly in the Jal Board pipeline to overcome the water shortage.
(v) Rainwater should be collected in underground tanks for future use. 

Q5: Short Answer Type Questions

(i) Why were step wells, piaus, talabs built in the olden days?
(ii) Name the sources of water.
(iii) Who was Al-Biruni?
(iv) Why did people come to the ghats of Ghadsisar?
(v) Look at the picture. A bride was bowing to the spring. There is a custom in Uttarkhand state, after getting married new bride bows to the spring or pond in that village.

Bride bowing to a springBride bowing to a springA woman Roopavati is a new bride from Uttarakhand. Her husband is working in a city. How does Roopavati follow their custom?

Q6: Long Answer Type Questions


(i) Who made Ghadsisar? Describe its structure.
(ii) What is rainwater harvesting?
                                           (or)
How do the people of Rajasthan save water?

Every Drop Counts - 1 Class 5 Worksheet EVS Chapter 6

(iii) Why are wells drying up nowadays?
(iv) Why did people in Rajasthan not face water shortages in earlier times?
(v) How did the group called “Tarun Bharat Sangh” help Dark Mai?

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1. Why is it important to save water?
Ans. Saving water is crucial because it helps preserve our natural resources, supports the environment, and ensures that there is enough water for all living beings. Water scarcity can lead to serious ecological and societal issues, so every drop counts.
2. How can I save water at home?
Ans. You can save water at home by fixing leaks, taking shorter showers, using water-efficient appliances, turning off the tap while brushing your teeth, and collecting rainwater for gardening.
3. What are some simple ways to save water in the garden?
Ans. In the garden, you can save water by using drip irrigation, watering plants early in the morning or late in the evening, mulching to retain moisture, and selecting drought-resistant plants.
4. What role does education play in water conservation?
Ans. Education plays a vital role in water conservation by raising awareness about the importance of saving water and teaching individuals and communities effective strategies to reduce water wastage, fostering a culture of sustainability.
5. How can schools promote water conservation among students?
Ans. Schools can promote water conservation by incorporating it into the curriculum, organizing workshops and campaigns, encouraging students to participate in water-saving projects, and creating awareness about the significance of water conservation in daily life.
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