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Chapter Analysis
Beginner10 pages • EnglishQuick Summary
The chapter 'Going to School' describes various innovative and different ways children from diverse regions of India travel to school. It covers methods such as walking over bamboo bridges, using trolleys, riding bicycles, and traveling in bullock-carts or camel-carts, illustrating the challenges and unique experiences faced depending on the geographical location. The chapter emphasizes on adaptability and resourcefulness of children in reaching school despite obstacles like rivers, forests, and deserts.
Key Topics
- •Bamboo bridges and water crossings
- •Trolleys and pulley systems in transport
- •Camel-carts and bullock-carts in desert and rural areas
- •Challenges of commuting in snow-covered lands
- •Environmental and cultural aspects of rural transport
- •Traditional versus modern transportation methods
Learning Objectives
- ✓Identify various modes of school transportation in different geographical regions of India.
- ✓Understand the challenges faced by children in reaching school and the adaptations they make.
- ✓Discuss the environmental impact and sustainability of traditional modes of transport.
- ✓Develop awareness of cultural diversity and adaptability in rural education systems.
Questions in Chapter
Who all use the bridge? Is it used by people on foot and also by vehicles and animals?
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Does the bridge seem to be old or is it new?
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Find out what materials are used in making this bridge. List some of them.
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Draw a picture of the bridge in your notebook. Do not forget to draw the train, vehicles, animals or people who cross the bridge.
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Imagine what difficulties there would be, if the bridge was not there?
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Have you seen any other kind of boats?
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Can you think of other ways by which we can travel on water?
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Additional Practice Questions
What are some of the challenges faced by children living in snow-covered regions while commuting to school?
mediumAnswer: Children in snow-covered regions face challenges such as sinking into soft snow or slipping on frozen surfaces. They have to walk carefully holding hands to ensure safety.
Why might using a camel-cart be preferred in desert areas?
easyAnswer: In desert areas, the abundance of sand and high temperatures make other forms of transport impractical, whereas camel-carts can easily navigate through sand because camels are well-adapted to desert conditions.
Explain the role of pulleys in aiding transportation across rivers in certain regions.
mediumAnswer: Pulleys are used to move trolleys across wide and deep rivers, providing an efficient and safe means of transport for children going to school. The trolley, connected to a strong iron rope and pulley system, allows easy movement across turbulent waters.
Discuss the environmental advantages and disadvantages of using bullock-carts for school commuting.
mediumAnswer: Bullock-carts are environmentally friendly as they do not rely on fuel and produce no pollution. However, they may be slower and their use raises concerns for animal welfare.
How does crossing a bamboo bridge differ from a cement bridge in terms of stability and safety?
hardAnswer: A bamboo bridge, while offering a traditional and natural way to cross rivers, may not be as stable or safe as a cement bridge. Cement bridges, made from bricks and iron rods, provide more durability and can support more weight safely.