STD 3 EVS Let us Listen, Speak and Understand Complete Solutions
13.Let us Listen, Speak and Understand
Chapter 13: Let’s Listen, Speak and Understand (Std. 3 EVS) | Complete Questions & Answers
Good communication helps us become confident, responsible, and kind citizens. This chapter teaches students the importance of listening carefully, speaking politely, respecting others, helping people, and working together.
Page 80 โ Observe and Answer
What do you see in the picture?
Answer:
In the picture, students and teachers are standing in the school ground. The Indian National Flag is being hoisted on a flagpole. Everyone is saluting the National Flag with respect. The school building can also be seen in the background. It looks like an Independence Day or Republic Day celebration.
Answer the Following Questions
1. On which occasions is the National Flag hoisted in your school?
Answer:
The National Flag is hoisted in our school on:
- Independence Day (15th August)
- Republic Day (26th January)
- Maharashtra Day (1st May)
It is also hoisted on other important national celebrations.
2. Discuss the preparations made for the flag hoisting ceremony.
Answer:
Before the flag hoisting ceremony, we:
- Clean and decorate the school.
- Make rangoli and decorate with flowers.
- Arrange chairs for guests.
- Wear neat school uniforms.
- Practice parade, patriotic songs, and speeches.
- Arrange the microphone and sound system.
3. Observe a โน10 note and describe the picture on it.
Answer:
The โน10 note has a picture of the Sun Temple at Konark on the back side. The front side has a picture of Mahatma Gandhi and the Ashoka Pillar. The Konark Sun Temple is an important symbol of India’s rich cultural heritage.
Important Message
We should always:
- Listen carefully.
- Speak politely and clearly.
- Respect the opinions of others.
- Work together with everyone.
Page 81 โ Let’s Listen and Speak
1. Which is the State Song of Maharashtra?
Answer:
The State Song of Maharashtra is “Jai Jai Maharashtra Majha.”
2. Write any slogans recited during the flag hoisting ceremony.
Answer:
Some common patriotic slogans are:
- Bharat Mata Ki Jai
- Jai Hind
- Vande Mataram
- Inquilab Zindabad
What Will You Do?
1. Your friend is sick.
Answer:
I will visit my friend, ask about his or her health, help with schoolwork, and wish for a speedy recovery.
2. Your friend’s grandmother cannot see properly and wants to cross the road.
Answer:
I will carefully help her cross the road safely after checking for traffic.
3. A family member keeps using a mobile phone all the time.
Answer:
I will politely explain that too much mobile use is not good for health and encourage spending time reading, talking, or playing.
Tell Us
What did you learn from the story?
Answer:
The story teaches us that Unity is Strength. When we help one another and work together, we can solve even difficult problems.
Exercise
Q.1 Write what you will do in the following situations.
1. When you are expressing your thoughts
Answer:
I will speak clearly, politely, and listen to others respectfully.
2. When elders are guiding you
Answer:
I will listen carefully, respect their advice, and follow it sincerely.
3. When the National Anthem is being played
Answer:
I will stand straight, remain silent, and sing the National Anthem with respect.
4. When you have biscuit or chocolate wrappers
Answer:
I will throw them only in the dustbin and keep my surroundings clean.
5. When a differently-abled person is with you
Answer:
I will help them politely, respect them, and treat them equally.
Q.2 Observe the pictures and write your opinion.
1. Garbage is lying outside the wet and dry waste bins.
Answer:
This is not a good habit. We should always throw garbage into the correct dustbin to keep our surroundings clean.
2. A boy is planting a sapling.
Answer:
Planting trees is a good habit. Trees provide oxygen, fruits, shade, and help keep the environment green.
3. Students are helping a differently-abled child in a wheelchair.
Answer:
Helping others is a good habit. We should always support differently-abled people and treat everyone with kindness and respect.
Activities
1. Collect pictures of Indian women sportspersons.
Examples:
- P. V. Sindhu โ Badminton
- Mary Kom โ Boxing
- Mithali Raj โ Cricket
- Sakshi Malik โ Wrestling
- Dutee Chand โ Athletics
2. Collect stories from Aesop’s Fables and Panchatantra.
Examples:
- Panchatantra
- The Thirsty Crow
- The Tortoise and the Hare
- The Lion and the Mouse
- The Clever Monkey
3. Write about one value-based activity you liked the most.
Answer:
I liked the activity of helping a differently-abled student. It taught me to be kind, caring, and respectful. Helping others makes us responsible and good human beings.
Conclusion
Listening carefully, speaking politely, respecting others, and helping people are important values in life. By working together, keeping our surroundings clean, and showing kindness to everyone, we become responsible citizens and help build a better society.