SHORT QUESTION ANSWER:-
Q1. Why there is water crisis on the Earth?
Ans: There is a water crisis on Earth because of overuse, pollution, unequal distribution, and
wastage of water.
Q2. What are the ways of saving water at home and at school?
Ans
Ways to Save Water at Home:
1. Turn off the tap while brushing teeth.
2. Fix leaking taps and pipes.
3. Use a bucket instead of a shower while bathing.
4. Reuse water for gardening.
5. Use washing machines with full loads only.
Ways to Save Water at School:
1. Close taps tightly after use.
2. Report leaking taps or pipes to teachers.
3. Use water wisely in school gardens.
4. Educate others about saving water.
5. Put up posters to remind students to save water.
Q3. What do you think could be the approximate proportion of water to land in the northern
hemisphere?
Ans: In the northern hemisphere, the proportion is about 60% water and 40% land.
Q4. How many oceans and continents are there on the Earth?
Ans: There are 5 oceans and 7 continents on the Earth.
Q5. What is oceans?
Ans: Oceans are large bodies of saltwater that cover most of the Earth’s surface.
Q6. What is continents?
Ans: Continents are large landmasses on Earth. There are seven continents: Asia, Africa, North
America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.
Q7. What do you think could be the approximate proportion of water to land in the southern
hemisphere? Discuss in groups.
Ans: The southern hemisphere has more water than land. Approximately 80% of it is water and
only 20% is land.
8. In what ways do oceans and continents
i mpact life on Earth, including human life?
Ans: Oceans regulate Earth's climate, support marine life, and provide resources such as fish
and salt. They also serve as major transportation routes for global trade. Continents provide
habitats for humans, plants, and animals, and contain natural resources like minerals, forests,
and freshwater. Together, oceans and continents shape ecosystems, weather patterns, and
human activities like agriculture, trade, and urban development.
MCQ:-
Q.1. Which of the following hemispheres holds more water?
(a) Eastern Hemisphere
(b) Western Hemisphere
(c) Northern Hemisphere
(d) Southern Hemisphere
Answer:
(d) Southern Hemisphere
Q.2. Which of the following is the largest ocean?
(a) Antarctica Ocean
(b) Indian Ocean
(c) Atlantic Ocean
(d) Pacific Ocean
Answer:
(d) Pacific Ocean
Q.3. Which of the following is the busiest ocean?
(a) Arctic Ocean
(b) Atlantic Ocean
(c) Pacific Ocean
(d) Indian Ocean
Answer:
(b) Atlantic Ocean
Q.4. The emblem of the Indian Navy motto invokes the deity.
(a) Lord Hanuman
(b) Shiva
(c) Varuna
(d) Lord Rama
Answer:
(c) Varuna
Q.5. Which of the following is the odd one out?
(a) Sea
(b) Groundwater
(c) Rivers
(d) Lakes
Answer:
(a) Sea
Q.6. How many continents are there in the world?
(a) 8
(b) 7
(c) 10
(d) 6
Answer:
(b) 7
Q.7. Where is 97% of water found on the Earth?
(a) In oceans
(b) Underground
(c) In lakes
(d) In seas
Answer:
(a) In oceans
Q.8. Tsunamis are:
(a) Volcanic eruption
(b) Cyclones
(c) Huge powerful waves
(d) Earthquake
Answer:
(c) Huge powerful waves
Q.9. Which of the following is the smallest continent?
(a) Australia
(b) Europe
(c) Antarctica
(d) Africa
Answer:
(a) Australia
Q.10. Which of the following continents lies completely in the Northern Hemisphere?
(a) Australia
(b) Europe
(c) South America
(d) Africa
Answer:
(b) Europe
Q.11. Which of the following is called the ‘blue planet’?
(a) Continents
(b) The earth
(c) The moon
(d) Oceans
Answer:
(b) The earth
