Chhotu’s House NCERT Solutions | EVS for Class 3 PDF Download

PAGE NO. 31

Study the pictures carefully and answer the following:

What did Chhotu think when he looked at the pipe?

Ans: When Chhotu looked at the pipe, he thought that pipe would be the safest place to live. Pipe could save him from strong winds, rain and cold.

How did Chhotu use the pipe?

Ans: Chhotu used the pipe as a home.

Into which parts did Chhotu divide the pipe and its surrounding area?

Ans: Chhotu divided the pipe and its surrounding area into following parts:

• A part for sleeping
• A part for cooking
• A part for drying clothes
• A part for storing water
• A part where guests can sit or guest room.

In which part of this house will Chhotu like to spend most of his time?

Ans: Chhotu would like to spend most of his time in the part which was meant for guests.

Why do you think Chhotu invited Monu to live with him in the pipe?

Chhotu invited Monu to live with him in the pipe because of following reasons:

• Monu had no place to live
• Chhotu needed someone’s company.

PAGE NO. 32

Draw a picture of your house in your notebook and colour it.
Who all live with you in your house?

Ans: In my house, I live with my mother, father, two brothers, grandfather and grandmother.

Chhotu divided the pipe into different parts. Write the names of the different parts of your house.

Ans: Students are encouraged to think about the various parts of their house. Common areas include the living room, where family gathers, the kitchen for cooking, and the bedrooms for sleeping. Other important parts might be the bathroom for hygiene and the garden for relaxation. Each of these areas serves a unique purpose and contributes to the overall functionality of the home.

How much time in a day do you spend in each part of your house?

Ans:

Is there any part of your house where one particular member of your family spends more time?

Ans: Yes, my mother spends most of her time in the kitchen.

Is there any part of your house where a particular family member never goes or goes for a short time?

Ans: Yes, my father never goes to the kitchen or goes for a short time.

PAGE NO. 34

Draw pictures of any two animals that live in our house uninvited. Write their names below the pictures.
Ans: 

Do you keep your house clean? How?

Ans: We clean our house by following methods:

• There is regular cleaning with broomstick.
• There is regular mopping of floors.
• Bathroom is cleaned on a daily basis.
• Once in a month the whole house is cleaned by vacuum cleaner.

Who all help to keep your house clean?

Ans: There is a maidservant who does the mopping. All members in the family take turns to clean the bathroom. During monthly cleaning everybody contributes.

Where do you throw the garbage of your house?

Ans: We dispose of our garbage in dustbins. There are two types of bins: one for recyclable waste and another for non-recyclable waste.

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Is the area around your house clean?

Ans: Yes, the region surrounding my home is totally clean.

Do you use a toilet in or around your house? 

Ans: I use the toilet which is in my house.

Who cleans it?

Ans: My maid is responsible for cleaning it.

How do you help in keeping it clean? 

Ans: I always flush the toilet after use. This simple action helps keep it clean for everyone.

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Describe the toilet area in your school. 

Ans: In my school, washrooms are totally clean. In our school, we have both Indian and Western toilets. Each washroom is equipped with a dustbin.

Is it clean?

Ans: Yes, it is clean and spotless.

Who cleans it and how? 

Ans: Our sweepers clean the area using brushes and a special liquid solution.

How do you help with it?  

Ans: I assist by ensuring that I flush the toilet after each use and dispose of napkins in the dustbin.

Do you leave the toilet as clean as you want it for yourself?

Ans: Yes, I do. I always ensure that I leave the toilet clean after use. This means I sit properly while using it, flush it thoroughly with water, and wash myself well. Afterward, I make sure to wash my hands thoroughly to maintain hygiene. By doing this, I contribute to keeping the toilet area clean for myself and others.

Enlist the times when you wash your hands. 

Ans: I wash my hand after and before eating, after coming from the playground, before and after eating.

When do you think your hands get dirty?

Ans: I believe my hands get dirty after using the toilet, playing, and eating.

When all do you need to keep yourself clean?

Ans: I am always needed to keep myself clean for being a healthy person. 

• Bathing and brushing teeth 

• Clipping the nails regularly

What will happen if we do not do the above? 

Ans: If we neglect these daily practices, we may face various health issues, including skin diseases and tooth decay. Additionally, failing to clip our nails regularly can allow dirt to accumulate, which may lead to further health problems.

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Is there any special way in which you decorate your house? When and how? 

Ans: There are many special ways to decorate a house. We often use flowers, wall paintings, flower pots, and crystal showpieces. On special occasions like birthdays, we adorn our homes with ribbons and balloons. During Diwali, we enhance our decorations with fancy lights, candles, earthen diyas, and rangolis.

Name the things with which you decorate your house.

Ans: Paintings, crystal and wood showpieces, as well as flower pots, colourful ribbons, balloons, and flower garlands, are some of the items used to decorate a house.