What should be done with garbage in and around the house?
a) Throw it in open places
b) Burn it in a backyard fire pit
c) Store it in closed dustbins
d) Compost it for gardening
Why should dirty water not be allowed to collect?
a) It attracts wildlife and insects
b) It makes the house look untidy
c) It promotes the growth of plants and algae
d) It breeds mosquitoes and spreads diseases
What can be used to keep insects away from the house?
a) Wire netting on doors and windows
b) Regular use of insect repellents
c) Installing security cameras
d) Using aromatic candles
Fill in the blanks
Windows in a house allow __________ and fresh air to enter.
Proper ventilation helps in removing __________ air from inside the house.
To keep insects out, doors and windows can be fitted with __________ netting.
Maintaining cleanliness around the house helps prevent the breeding of __________ and germs.
Dirty water should not be allowed to collect as it can become a breeding ground for __________.
Sunlight is important for killing __________ that can cause sickness.
Growing plants around the house helps in __________ the air.
Open spaces like __________ and balconies provide a place to relax and enjoy sunlight.
Garbage should be disposed of in __________ dustbins to prevent spread of diseases.
State True or False
Houses are primarily built to protect people from the elements and intruders. (True/False)
Glass is commonly used in the construction of doors and windows. (True/False)
Sunlight helps in killing germs that can cause sickness. (True/False)
Plants around the house help in purifying the air. (True/False)
Dirty water collected around the house can lead to the breeding of mosquitoes. (True/False)
Wire netting on doors and windows can help keep insects out. (True/False)
Proper ventilation is not necessary in a house. (True/False)
Garbage should be thrown in open places inside or outside the house. (True/False)
Living in a house allows easy access to shops and markets. (True/False)
Balconies and verandas provide spaces to relax and get fresh air. (True/False)
Answer the following questions:
Q: Why do we live in houses?
Q: What are houses commonly made of?
Q: What is the purpose of windows in a house?
Q: Why is it important to keep the area around the house clean?
Q: How can we maintain clean air inside a house?
Q: What are the benefits of having open spaces like balconies?
Q: What should be done with garbage in and around the house?
Q: Why should dirty water not be allowed to collect?
Q: How can we keep insects out of the house?
