Test: Going To School - 1 - Class 4 MCQ

In some parts of Kerala, children use a vallam (small wooden boat) to reach school. It is a traditional boat in Kerala which is used to cross small rivers and lakes.

A pulley helps the trolley to move across the rope and they reach the other side of the river in a short time.

It is easier to pull the bucket using a pulley. It makes it easier to lift things.

Sand is all around in the desert. It also gets very hot in the day. Children ride in a camel-cart to reach school.

In dense forests, the canopy formed by trees is so thick that it obstructs the passage of sunlight to the forest floor. This lack of sunlight penetration creates a shaded environment, impacting the growth of vegetation on the ground. The phrase "even sunlight does not pass through" emphasizes the significant density of the forest cover, limiting the amount of sunlight reaching the lower layers of the forest. Snow and rivers are not typically associated with passing through dense forests in the same context, making option (b) the correct answer.

At first, girls here did not go to school, because it was too far. But now groups of 7-8 girls easily ride bicycles to school even through the difficult roads.

The student expresses a preference for the cement bridge, stating that it is safe and cannot be easily wrecked.

Bamboo refers to the type of bridge made from bamboo and ropes that we cross quickly to reach school. It's a strong, natural material often used for building structures like bridges.

We use boats to go across water bodies like rivers and lakes. Boats help us travel safely over the water. Just like how a car helps us travel on roads, a boat helps us travel on water.

• Explanation: Yes, the statement is True. Living in the mountains allows us to easily race up and down rocky and uneven paths. This is because mountain children are used to such paths, making it easier for them to move around quickly and confidently. It can be challenging for children from the plains who are not used to these types of paths.