Some Unique Places · Class 5 The World Around Us
Practise 10 short and long answer questions on Core Concepts and Application from Some Unique Places. Try writing your own answer first, then tap the question to compare it with the model answer and read the explanation behind it.
An island is a piece of land surrounded by water on all sides.
The chapter gives this definition while introducing India’s islands.
The chapter identifies Indira Point as the southernmost tip of India.
Shanti learns this by looking at a map.
The Andaman wood pigeon and the Andaman hornbill are named as birds found only on these islands.
Rani points out these birds as examples of the islands’ unique wildlife.
Life jackets help people stay afloat if they fall into the water. The chapter says everyone must wear one, even if they know how to swim.
The safety instructions in the chapter explain the purpose of life jackets.
The roots spread out around the base and support the tree, much as a broad base supports a standing object. The chapter uses this as an example of nature’s useful designs.
The paper-roll activity compares supporting triangles with roots that help a tree stand upright.
The forests are home to animals, colourful birds, butterflies and insects, including species found only on the islands. Protecting the forests helps preserve these unique living things and their habitats.
Rani explains that many animals, birds and trees are unique to the islands.
The chapter explains that tiny corals provide shelter to many sea creatures. Coral reefs therefore help create places where fish and other marine life can live.
The Marine Interpretation Centre visit highlights the shelter corals provide.
The chapter shows that people can learn from nature’s designs and that local knowledge of the environment may be valuable. It also encourages protecting unique landscapes and living things.
Examples include tree roots, island wildlife and the discussion of North Sentinel Island.
Rani explains that the people living on North Sentinel Island do not want visitors, so no one is allowed to go there. Respecting this restriction protects the community’s wishes and avoids unwanted interference with their way of life.
The chapter clearly states that visitors are not allowed because the residents do not want them.
The tree-root example shows how a natural structure can provide support and inspire useful designs. The coral example shows that small living things can create shelter that supports many other creatures. Both examples encourage careful observation and respect for nature.
Both examples are explicitly discussed in the chapter as ways nature supports life and offers useful designs.