Olympiad Test Level 1: Transportation and Communication - 2 - Class 4 MCQ

As land is the medium by which we can expand our trade, one of the example is truck.

• Definition: A ship is a large watercraft that is used for transportation of goods, people, or both over long distances across bodies of water such as oceans, seas, rivers, or lakes.


• Characteristics: Ships are specifically designed to navigate through water and have the following characteristics:
  
  
  
  • They are buoyant, allowing them to float on water.
  
  
  • They have a streamlined shape to reduce resistance and improve speed.
  
  
  • They have a large carrying capacity to transport goods and people.
  
  
  • They are equipped with navigation and communication systems for safe and efficient travel.
  
  
  • They can withstand harsh weather conditions at sea.
  
  
  
  


• Types of Ships: There are various types of ships designed for different purposes, including:
  
  
  
  • Cargo ships: Used for transporting goods and materials.
  
  
  • Passenger ships: Used for carrying people on cruises or ferrying between ports.
  
  
  • Tanker ships: Designed to transport liquid cargo, such as oil or chemicals.
  
  
  • Container ships: Specifically built to carry standardized containers.
  
  
  • Warships: Used by the military for combat and defense.
  
  
  
  


• Importance: Ships play a crucial role in global trade and transportation. They facilitate the movement of goods and resources between countries and continents, enabling international commerce and economic growth. They also provide a means of transportation for people to explore and travel the world by sea.

Bicycle does not produce smoke as it runs on manpower.

Tanker ships come in water transport, they are huge ships which has the capacity to carry million of tons of oil.

Personal means of transport is the transport which we can own.

Trains run on railway tracks therefore they are called railways.

E-mail (electronic mail) is a method of exchanging messages between people through internet.

Autorickshaw is a general mode of transport not a special mode of transport.

Pictures and sound can broadcast through television; it provides both audio and visual effects.

Television comes under mass communication because it targets majority of audience.

India has 13 major ports, few examples are Deendayal, Mumbai, Cochin, Chennai, etc.

• Internet: The internet provides various platforms for communication, such as social media, messaging apps, video calls, and online chat rooms. It allows us to connect with our known ones from anywhere in the world.


• E-mail: Electronic mail, commonly known as e-mail, enables us to send and receive messages electronically. It is a convenient way to communicate with our known ones, especially for formal or longer conversations.


• Landline: Landline phones are traditional telephone lines that use wired connections. They allow us to have voice conversations with our known ones, usually within a limited geographic area.


• Television: While television is primarily a broadcasting medium for entertainment and information, it does not provide a direct means of chatting with our known ones. However, some smart TVs or devices offer video calling features that can be utilized for communication.

Perishable goods are goods that are likely to spoil or become unusable within a short period of time, often due to deterioration or expiration. Perishable goods are typically transported by refrigerated trucks, as the temperature-controlled environment helps to preserve the goods and extend their shelf life. Refrigerated trucks are also known as reefer trucks. In some cases, perishable goods may also be transported by airplanes, as this allows for faster delivery. However, trucks are generally more commonly used for the transportation of perishable goods, as they are more flexible and can access more locations.

Bicycles runs by manpower.