Std 3 WAU2 Chapter 5 Human Shelter Question Answers | Maharashtra Board | The World Around Us Part 2
Std 3 EVS (The World Around Us Part 2) Maharashtra Board
Chapter 5 โ Human Shelter | Complete Question Answers
๐ Observe and Answer
Q1. Where does the tiger live?
Answer:
Tiger lives in forests and caves.
Q2. Where is the nest of the Baya Weaver?
Answer:
The Baya Weaver builds its nest on tree branches.
Q3. How do birds build their homes?
Answer:
- Birds collect twigs, grass and leaves.
- They use feathers and mud.
- They weave these materials to make strong nests.
Q4. Where do cows and buffaloes live?
Answer:
Cows and buffaloes live in cattle sheds or byres.
Q5. Observe the habitats of animals and birds in your area.
| Animal/Bird | Shelter |
| Dog | Kennel |
| Cat | House |
| Sparrow | Nest |
| Ant | Anthill |
๐ก Can You Tell?
Q1. Where do humans build their houses?
Answer:
Humans build houses on land in villages, towns and cities.
Q2. Where do animals find shelter?
Answer:
- Forests
- Burrows
- Trees
- Caves
Q3. Why do people live near rivers?
Answer:
People live near rivers because:
- Water is easily available.
- Farming becomes easier.
- Rivers support daily life.
๐ Let’s Find Out
Q1. What materials are used to build a house?
Answer:
- Bricks
- Cement
- Sand
- Iron
- Wood
- Stone
- Bamboo
- Mud
Q2. What materials are used to build houses in your area?
Answer:
Most houses in our area are built using:
- Bricks
- Cement
- Sand
- Iron
- Concrete
๐ Can You Tell?
Difference Between Kuttcha House and Pucca House
| Kuttcha House | Pucca House |
| Made of mud, straw and bamboo | Made of bricks and cement |
| Weak structure | Strong structure |
| Thatched roof | Concrete roof |
| Less durable | Long-lasting |
๐ Observe
Observation
Most houses in my area are pucca houses because they are strong and durable.
๐ Activity
Materials Used to Build Houses
| Kuttcha House | Pucca House |
| Soil | Bricks |
| Bamboo | Cement |
| Grass | Sand |
| Leaves | Iron |
| Wood | Gravel |
| Stones | Steel |
| Water | Water |
โ Let’s Revise
A. Fill in the blanks
- Human needs shelter for protection.
- Houses made of mud and bamboo are called kuttcha houses.
- Urban houses are mainly built using cement.
- Ants live in an anthill.
B. Classify the Houses
| House | Natural | Man-made | Kuttcha | Pucca |
| Baya Weaver Nest | โ | |||
| Mud Hut | โ | โ | ||
| Multi-storey Building | โ | โ | ||
| Tiger Cave | โ | |||
| Cement House | โ | โ |
C. Answer in One Sentence
1. What does every animal need to live?
Answer:
Every animal needs shelter to live safely.
2. What materials are used to build houses in rural areas?
Answer:
Mud, bamboo, straw and wood are commonly used.
3. Which houses are more durable?
Answer:
Pucca houses are more durable.
D. Short Answer Questions
Q1. What materials were used to build your house?
Answer:
My house is built using bricks, cement, sand, iron and concrete.
Q2. Write the difference between kuttcha and pucca houses.
| Kuttcha House | Pucca House |
| Made of mud and straw | Made of bricks and cement |
| Weak | Strong |
| Short life | Long-lasting |
Q3. Which materials would you use to build your house?
Answer:
I would use bricks, cement, sand, iron and concrete because they make the house strong and safe.
Q4. Why is the number of houses increasing? What is its effect on nature?
Answer:
Reasons
- Population is increasing.
- More families need homes.
Effects on Nature
- Trees are cut down.
- Forests decrease.
- Animals lose their habitat.
- Pollution increases.
Q5. List the materials used to build the house shown in the picture.
Answer:
- Mud
- Straw
- Bamboo
- Wooden sticks
- Dry grass
๐ฏ Activity
Make a Model of a House
You can make a model using:
- Clay
- Cardboard
- Mud
- Straw
- Ice-cream sticks
- Colour paper