STD 3 EVS Our Needs and Problems Complete Textbook Solutions
Chapter 5 Our Needs and Problems complete textbook solutions for STD 3 EVS SCERT Maharashtra.
5.Our Needs and Problems
Exercise
Q.1) Fill in the blanks by choosing the correct option.
Answer:
(a) Drinking water is purified at a Water Purification Centre.
(b) In a village, medical treatment is available at a Primary Health-care Centre.
(c) We should use natural resources carefully and wisely.
Q.2) Write reasons for the following statements.
(a) Sometimes there may be a shortage of food in the country.
Answer:
There may be a shortage of food due to drought, floods, poor rainfall or crop failure.
(b) It is necessary to control our wants and desires.
Answer:
We should control our wants to save resources and avoid wastage.
(c) Water is called ‘Jivan’ in Marathi, which means ‘Life’.
Answer:
Water is essential for the survival of all living beings, so it is called ‘Jivan’ (Life).
Q.3) Read the following statements and write their benefits.
(a) It is everyone’s responsibility not to waste food.
Answer:
Food will be saved and everyone can get enough to eat.
(b) Everyone should have a safe shelter.
Answer:
A safe shelter protects us from heat, cold, rain and danger.
(c) It is important that everyone stays healthy.
Answer:
Healthy people can work well, study properly and live a happy life.
(d) Everyone in society should get education.
Answer:
Education helps people become knowledgeable, responsible and successful citizens.
Q.4) Complete the concept map.
Answer:
Basic Needs
- Water
- Food
- Shelter
- Clothes
- Education
- Health
Q.5) What will you do in the following situations?
(a) People are wasting food at a wedding ceremony.
Answer:
I will politely request them to take only as much food as they need and avoid wasting it.
(b) A person with a disability is crossing the road.
Answer:
I will help the person cross the road safely.
(c) Your neighbour Ramesh does not go to school regularly.
Answer:
I will explain the importance of education and encourage him to attend school regularly.
(d) Kavita always drinks soft drinks because she likes them.
Answer:
I will advise her to drink water, milk and fresh fruit juice because they are healthier.
Q.6) How is International Yoga Day celebrated in your school?
Answer: (Sample Answer)
On International Yoga Day, students and teachers perform different yoga exercises together in the school ground. We also learn about the importance and health benefits of yoga.
Activities
Q.1) Collect pictures of clothes worn in different seasons and write their names.
Answer:
| Season | Clothes |
| Summer | Cotton Shirt, T-shirt, Shorts |
| Winter | Sweater, Jacket, Woollen Cap |
| Rainy | Raincoat, Gumboots |
Q.2) Write about the facilities provided by the Government for persons with disabilities.
Answer:
The Government provides:
- Ramps and lifts
- Wheelchairs
- Special schools
- Braille books
- Hearing aids
- Disability pension
- Reservation in education and jobs
- Free medical facilities
Q.3) Collect information about the achievements of Indian players with disabilities.
Answer:
Indian para-athletes have won many medals in national and international competitions.
Some examples are:
- Murlikant Petkar won India’s first Paralympic Gold Medal in 1972.
- Sheetal Devi has won several international medals in archery and received the Arjuna Award.
- Indian para-athletes have also won medals at the Paralympic Games, Asian Para Games and World Championships.
Key Points to Remember
- Food, water, clothing, shelter, education and health are our basic needs.
- Needs are different from wants.
- Use natural resources carefully and wisely.
- Save food and water.
- Help persons with disabilities whenever possible.
- Respect the work of farmers, teachers, doctors, police, soldiers and cleanliness workers.
- Stay healthy by eating nutritious food, exercising regularly and practising yoga.
IN-TEXT QUESTION-ANSWERS
Think
Q.1) What will happen if there is no water supply at your home?
Answer:
If there is no water supply at our home, we will not be able to drink water, cook food, bathe, wash clothes, clean the house or maintain proper hygiene.
Decide Which Are Needs and Wants
Write “Need” or “Want” in the given box.
Answer:
| Item | Need / Want |
| Grains | Need |
| Wafers / Chocolate | Want |
| Soft Drinks | Want |
| House | Need |
| Water | Need |
| Toys | Want |
| Clothes | Need |
| Books | Need |
Let’s Discuss
Q.1) What food do you eat every day?
Answer:
I eat roti, rice, dal, vegetables and milk every day.
Q.2) Where do these food items come from?
Answer:
These food items come from farms, markets and dairy farms.
Q.3) How can we make sure that everyone at home gets enough food?
Answer:
We should cook enough food, share it equally among all family members and avoid wasting food.
Q.4) In which of the above places would you like to live? Why?
Answer:
I would like to live in a clean and green place with trees, fresh air and clean surroundings because it is healthy, peaceful and pleasant.
Q.5) Is the air in your area clean?
Answer: (Sample Answer)
Yes, the air in my area is mostly clean.
Q.6) What steps are taken to keep the air clean?
Answer:
The air can be kept clean by:
- Planting more trees.
- Reducing vehicle pollution.
- Avoiding the burning of garbage.
- Keeping the surroundings clean.
What Do You Think?
Q.7) What can be done to stay healthy?
Answer:
To stay healthy, we should:
- Eat healthy food.
- Exercise regularly.
- Practise yoga.
- Keep ourselves clean.
- Get proper medical treatment when needed.
Q.8) Think about yourself, your family and your surroundings. Can you think of any other needs?
Answer:
Yes. Other important needs are electricity, transport and internet.
Q.9) Share some good thoughts or quotes about education and health.
Answer:
- Health is Wealth.
- Education is the Key to Success.
Q.10) Which of our needs are fulfilled by the following people?
Answer:
| Person | Need Fulfilled |
| Cleanliness Workers | Cleanliness and Hygiene |
| Doctors | Health |
| Teachers | Education |
| Farmers | Food |
| Police | Safety and Security |
| Soldiers | Protection of the Country |
Q.11) Identify natural resources and human-made resources in the picture.
Answer:
Natural Resources
- Water
- Land
- Trees
- Fields
Human-made Resources
- House
- Well
- Water Pump
- Fence
Think
Q.12) What problems do you see in your area? How can we solve these problems?
Answer:
Problems
- Traffic jams
- Water shortage
- Garbage
Solutions
- Follow traffic rules.
- Save water.
- Keep the surroundings clean.
Q.13) What problems do you see in the pictures?
Answer:
- Water shortage
- Traffic jam
- Flood
- Stray dogs
Q.14) How do these problems affect our daily life?
Answer:
These problems make it difficult to get water, travel safely, live comfortably and move around freely.
Let’s Help Others
Q.15) You see a visually challenged person walking on the road. What will you do?
Answer:
I will politely help the visually challenged person cross the road safely.
Q.16) Have you seen a ramp near the stairs in your school? Why is it there?
Answer:
Yes. The ramp helps persons with disabilities, elderly people and others move easily without using stairs.
Q.17) Do you know about sign language?
Answer:
Yes. Sign language is used by people who cannot hear or speak. They communicate through hand gestures, facial expressions and body movements.