Class 5 SS Transport Textbook solutions as well as Extra Fill in the blanks , True False and Que answers.
Fill in the blanks:
- The invention of the steam engine made it possible to replace carts drawn by animals.
- Roads connecting major cities are called highways.
- The first train in India ran from Mumbai to Thane.
- If you were travelling by ship from India to France, your ship would pass through the Suez Canal.
- The Wright brothers were the first to fly an aeroplane.
- A railway system for travel within a city is called metro rail.
Write T for True and F for False sentences:
- Steam engines were only used for land transport. — F
- The trains running between England and France travel through a tunnel under the seabed. — T
- Almost all goods exported from India are sent on ships. — T
- Perishable goods are best transported by air. — T
- The Panama Canal links the Pacific Ocean with the Indian Ocean. — F (It links the Pacific Ocean with the Atlantic Ocean)
- The steam engine was invented by James Watt. — F (It was improved by James Watt; invented by Thomas Newcomen)
- Most trains and ships today use steam engines. — F
- Improving public transport can reduce congestion on the roads. — T
Answer the following questions:
- Why were better roads needed after the invention of the steam engine?
Better roads were needed because carts and vehicles became faster and heavier, requiring smoother and stronger roads for safe and efficient travel.
- What are the advantages of a modern highway?
Modern highways are broad, smooth, have multiple lanes, and allow fast movement of vehicles without interruptions like crossroads or sharp bends, making transport quicker and safer.
- Name three major ports of India.
Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata.
- Trace the history of water transport.
Early people used rafts to carry goods. Later, boats and sailboats using wind power were developed. About 200 years ago, steam engine ships replaced sailboats, followed by modern diesel engine ships.
- What are the advantages of transporting goods by water transport?
Water transport is cheaper for bulky goods, can carry large quantities at once, and is ideal for international trade over long distances.
- How did the construction of the Suez Canal affect sea travel from India to Europe?
The Suez Canal shortened the travel distance by almost half, allowing ships from India to reach Europe without going around Africa.
- Who was the first to fly an aeroplane? Describe the first flight.
The Wright brothers flew the first aeroplane, Flyer I, in 1903. The first flight lasted about 12 seconds and covered less than 40 metres.
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of air travel?
Advantages: Fastest mode of transport, can travel over any terrain or water body, useful for transporting perishable goods.
Disadvantages: Most expensive mode of transport.
- What problems has improvement of road transport caused?
Increased number of vehicles has led to road congestion, air pollution, accidents, and people wasting time in traffic jams.
EXTRA QA FROM CHAPTER
Fill in the Blanks
- The invention of the wheel made travel and transport easier.
- Thomas Newcomen made the first practical steam engine.
- James Watt improved the steam engine.
- The first train in India ran from Mumbai to Thane.
- National Highways connect major cities in India.
- The Golden Quadrilateral connects Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata.
- The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.
- The Panama Canal connects the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean.
- India is surrounded by seas on three sides.
- The Wright brothers built the first aeroplane in 1903.
- The first flight lasted only 12 seconds and covered less than 40 metres.
- Metro Rail is used for travel within cities to reduce congestion.
- The Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers are used as waterways in India.
- Air India is the national airline of India.
- Vehicles using CNG help reduce pollution.
True or False
- The invention of the wheel made transport slower. — False
- The first practical steam engine was invented by James Watt. — False
- Highways help vehicles travel long distances faster. — True
- The Golden Quadrilateral connects only Mumbai and Delhi. — False
- Ships can carry large amounts of bulky goods. — True
- The Panama Canal shortens travel between Europe and Australia. — True
- The first aeroplane was built by the Wright brothers. — True
- Air travel is the cheapest mode of transport. — False
- Metro Rail helps reduce traffic congestion in cities. — True
- Most ships today are powered by steam engines. — False
Question and Answers
- Who invented the first practical steam engine?
Thomas Newcomen invented it.
- Who improved the steam engine?
James Watt improved the steam engine.
- Why was the invention of the wheel important?
It made transport and carrying loads easier by introducing carts.
- Name the first train route in India.
The train ran from Mumbai to Thane.
- What is the Golden Quadrilateral?
A network of highways connecting Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata.
- Name two major ports of India.
Mumbai and Chennai.
- Which canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea?
The Suez Canal.
- How does the Panama Canal help in sea travel?
It connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, shortening sea travel distance.
- Name two rivers used as waterways in India.
The Ganga and the Brahmaputra.
- Who were the first to fly an aeroplane?
The Wright brothers.
- How long did the first aeroplane flight last?
About 12 seconds.
- What are the advantages of air transport?
It is the fastest mode and can cross deserts, mountains, and oceans.
- What is a disadvantage of air transport?
It is the most expensive mode of transport.
- What is Metro Rail used for?
Travel within cities to reduce congestion.
- How does using CNG help reduce pollution?
CNG produces very little pollution compared to other fuels.
