9789388751599-ALPINE-G04-EVS-II (SOCIAL _STUDIES)-WORKBOOK-PART1

by classklapTM ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES – II (SOCIAL STUDIES) WORKBOOK – PART 1 ALPINE SERIES Enhanced Edition 4 Name: ___________________________________ Section: ________________ Roll No.: _________ School: __________________________________Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 1 14-Dec-18 4:52:18 PM

PrefaceIMAX Program partners with schools, supporting them with learning materials andprocesses that are all crafted to work together as an interconnected system todrive learning. IMAX Program presents the latest version of this series – updated andrevised after considering the perceptive feedback and comments shared by ourexperienced reviewers and users.The Alpine series endeavours to be faithful to the spirit of the prescribed boardcurriculum. Furthermore, to facilitate comprehensive coverage, improvedunderstanding of diverse themes and ease of implementation, the EVS curriculum hasbeen split into EVS – I (Science) and EVS – II (Social Studies). Our books are split intotwo parts to manage the bag weight. They also strive to ensure inclusiveness in termsof gender and diversity in representation, catering to the heterogeneousIndian classroom.Our books also contain age-appropriate and easily relatable content that ensuresthat students can perceive social realities while imbibing the values of the IndianConstitution and human rights. There is also use of graphics, illustrations and picturesto help students to engage with concepts and ideas better. These objectives areintegrated in the EVS – II (Social Studies) textbooks and workbooks to provide a holisticlearning experience to students. The key features of the EVS – II (Social Studies) booksare as follows.  Arrangement of concepts based on the RUAH model based on Bloom’s Taxonomy  Character and dialogue-based introductions to concepts to make EVS – II (Social Studies) concepts more relatable to students  V isually engaging formats for the organisation and presentation of information  In-text activities to assist memorisation and understanding  Subject-related vocabulary building in every lesson  U se of timelines and historical maps to help students to develop timeline, map and globe skills  U se of maps and scenario-based questions in the workbooks  Integration of values and life skills  P romotes awareness and personal responsibility through dialogue and enquiry about the world around usOverall, this series aims to enhance social, cultural and analytical skills for the intuitiveand harmonious growth of an individual in an interconnected and independentglobal community. – The AuthorsAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 2 14-Dec-18 4:52:18 PM

Workbook Features Remembering UnderstandingRecollecting critical information related Engaging with the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of theto the ‘who’, ‘what’, ‘when’ and ‘where’ conceptof the concept ApplicationApplying the understanding of theconcept to questions related to real-lifescenarios Higher Order Thinking Skills (H.O.T.S.)Extending the application of the concept to more advanced andchallenging questions that meet the criteria of higher order thinking skills Map Practice 14-Dec-18 4:52:20 PM Developing spatial thinking abilities and sharpening map work skills for improved application and analysis of the concepts learnedAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 3

Contents 4Class1 Explorations, Discoveries and Inventions������������������������������������������������������� 12 Continents and Oceans on Earth�������������������������������������������������������������������� 63 What Does the Earth Look Like?�������������������������������������������������������������������� 104 Understanding Rivers�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 155 India’s Rivers���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 Map Practice��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 4 14-Dec-18 4:52:23 PM

Lesson Explorations, Discoveries 1 and Inventions RememberingMultiple Choice Questions1) Which among the following inventions made travel and transport faster and [      ] easier for humans?  [      ] (A) ballpoint pen   (B) wheel   (C) computer   (D) paper2) Who among the following was the first person to travel to space?  (A)         (B)  Neil Armstrong Edmund Hillary (C)         (D)  Tenzing Norgay Yuri GagarinFill in the Blanks3) Alexandrine Tinne explored the path followed by the River ________________________ for the first time. 1Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 1 14-Dec-18 4:52:25 PM

4) Vasco da Gama discovered a way to reach ________________________ by sea.Very Short Answer Questions5) Who is usually called the ‘Father of Medicine’ in India?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________6) Which Chinese invention was initially used to wrap delicate materials?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________Short Answer Question7) Define ‘discovery’. Give an example.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ UnderstandingWrite ‘True’ or ‘False’8) Discoveries and inventions are not related to each other. [      ]9) The discovery of fire led to the invention of the stove. [      ]10) The mobile phone is a discovery. [      ]11) Ferdinand Magellan was the first person to travel around the world. [      ]Short Answer Questions12) Why did people start exploring new routes to Asia and Africa? Give two reasons for your answer.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________13) Why is fire considered a discovery but matchstick an invention?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________2Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 2 14-Dec-18 4:52:26 PM

_____________________________________________________________________________________Long Answer Question14) Given below is a table with a few inventions. Describe how people worked before these inventions. Also mention the changes in people’s lives after these inventions.Ans. Inventions What people did earlier Changes due to the inventions Ballpoint pen Paper Telephone Calendar ApplicationMultiple Choice Questions15) Which of the following is not an invention? [      ] (A)  (B)  flashlight flood light (D)  (C)  light bulb lightning 3 Explorations, Discoveries and InventionsAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 3 14-Dec-18 4:52:28 PM

16) Which of these is an example of an invention? [  ] (A) (B) starfish star tulips (D) (C)  stars telescopeShort Answer Questions17) Classify the following into inventions or discoveries. a)  b) microwave water c)  d) sewing machine fingerprint 4 14-Dec-18 4:52:31 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 4

18) C hristopher Columbus was an explorer who discovered America. How did some explorations lead to discoveries? Explain with the help of an example.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________Long Answer Question19) N ame any four inventions that you use at school. How are these inventions useful?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Higher Order Thinking Skills (H.O.T.S.)Long Answer Question20) W hat would you like to invent or discover? Why?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Explorations, Discoveries and Inventions 5Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 5 14-Dec-18 4:52:32 PM

Lesson Continents and Oceans 2 on Earth RememberingMultiple Choice Questions1) How many main directions are there?  [      ] (D) four (A) one (B) two (C) three (C) tropic [      ]2) What is half of the Earth known as?  (D) coordinate (A) hemisphere (B) interval Fill in the Blanks3) The ________________________ Ocean is the shallowest of the world’s oceans.4) The axis of the Earth passes through the ________________________.Answer in One Word5) Name the imaginary lines which connect the North and South Poles.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________6) Name the imaginary lines used to study the different climatic zones of the Earth.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________Short Answer Question7) Which longitudes divide the Earth into two equal halves? What are these halves known as?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ 6 14-Dec-18 4:52:33 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 6

UnderstandingCircle the Correct Word8) Seas / Oceans are the largest saltwater bodies.9) Antarctica is surrounded by the Arctic Ocean / Southern Ocean.10) The South Pole / North Pole is located in Antarctica.11) The deepest point in the world is located in the Pacific Ocean / Indian Ocean.Short Answer Questions12) What are continents? How many continents are there?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________13) Name the continent on which people cannot live. Why?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________Long Answer Question14) Label the following continents and oceans on the map of the world given below.a)  Pacific Ocean b) Europe c)  Atlantic Ocean d)  North Americae)  Southern Ocean f) Australia g)  Indian Ocean h) Asia Continents and Oceans on Earth 7Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 7 14-Dec-18 4:52:34 PM

ApplicationMultiple Choice Questions15) A famous geologist spoke about a discovery made in the rocky layer of the Earth.Which layer was he talking about? [      ] (A) core (B) atmosphere (C) crust (D) mantle16) What could be caused by the movements of continents? [      ] (A) earthquakes (B) floods (C) famines (D) forest firesShort Answer Questions17) Suhail’s uncle Iqbal travels a lot for work. At times, he only messages the coordinates of a place and not the name of the city he is visiting. Can Suhail locate the place his uncle is visiting from the coordinates? How can he do so?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________18) On which layer of the Earth does life mostly exist? Give reasons for your answer.Ans. ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________Long Answer Question19) Number the pictures to show the correct order of events. In the correct order, which event would the pictures show? What would have happened if the event did not take place? 8 14-Dec-18 4:52:37 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 8

Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Higher Order Thinking Skills (H.O.T.S.)Long Answer Question20) This is a picture of the Louvre Museum. It is located in France, Europe. Find out its coordinates. Will you be able to reach the museum using only the coordinates? Why do you think so?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Continents and Oceans on Earth 9Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 9 14-Dec-18 4:52:38 PM

Lesson What Does the Earth 3 Look Like? RememberingMultiple Choice Questions1) What is a flat area of land on the surface of the Earth called? [      ] [      ] (A) plain (B) plateau (C) hill (D) mountain2) Which landform on Earth is usually V-shaped? (A) hill (B) peninsula (C) plain (D) valleyFill in the Blanks3) A/An ________________________ is a landform that looks like a table.4) A/An ________________________ is a large piece of ice floating in the sea.Answer in One Word5) Identify the water body shown in the picture.Ans. ________________________________________________________6) Name a water body surrounded by land on all sides.Ans. ________________________________________________________Short Answer Question7) Define ‘physical features’. Give an example.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ 10 14-Dec-18 4:52:39 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 10

UnderstandingMatch the Following Colour Physical feature8) green a) water9) yellow b) hill10) brown c) plateau11) blue d) plainShort Answer QuestionsObserve the given map and answer questions 12 and 13.12) Identify the landform which makes up the southern part of India. How is it different from the landform of Sri Lanka? What Does the Earth Look Like? 11Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 11 14-Dec-18 4:52:43 PM

Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________13) How can you differentiate between mountains and plains on the map?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________Long Answer Question 14) Identify the landform. What shape does it look like? How is it formed? Can you name one place in India that is famous for this landform?Ans. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ ApplicationMultiple Choice Questions15) Morad went trekking beyond the Himalayas. He then trekked across an extremely coldplateau. Can you guess which plateau he crossed? [      ] (A)  the Tibetan Plateau (B)  the Deccan Plateau (C)  the Chota Nagpur Plateau (D)  the Columbia Plateau12Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 12 14-Dec-18 4:52:44 PM

16) The given map shows Greenland. What type of landform is it? [      ] (A)  a peninsula (B)  a mountain (C)  an island (D)  a hillShort Answer Questions17) Study the map of South America. Mention any four physical features on the continent by looking at the colours on the map.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________18) Give two ways to differentiate between a mountain and a hill.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ What Does the Earth Look Like? 13Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 13 14-Dec-18 4:52:45 PM

Long Answer Question19) Read the clues and complete the crossword.Down 1.  A flowing body of water 1 5 2.  Largest island in the world 2 4 3. Landform surrounded by water 3 on all sides 7Across 2. The type of water body which is 6 the main source of water for the river Ganga 4. A large saltwater body smaller than the ocean 5. The pointed top of a mountain 6. A flat area of land good for growing crops 7. A flat drawing of a place as seen from above Higher Order Thinking Skills (H.O.T.S.)Long Answer Question20) Which is your favourite landform or water body? Why?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ 14 14-Dec-18 4:52:46 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 14

Lesson 4 Understanding Rivers RememberingMultiple Choice Questions1) What are smaller rivers which join the main river called? [      ] [      ] (A) distributaries (B) tributaries (C) sediments (D) delta2) Which part of a river falls in low areas? (A) creek (B) peninsula (C)  mouth (D)  sourceFill in the Blanks3) The place where a river begins its journey is called its ________________________.4) Soil brought down from mountains by rivers is called ________________________.Very Short Answer Questions5) Where does a river slow down during its journey?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________6) Name the streams that are formed when a main river breaks up.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________Short Answer Question7) Define ‘delta’. How is it formed?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 15 15 14-Dec-18 4:52:46 PM

UnderstandingCircle the Correct Word8) Rivers provide a natural way to travel by boats / cars.9) Dams / Houses help to hold water and generate electricity.10) In the high areas, the river is usually fast / slow.11) Swimming / Farming is a recreational activity done in rivers.Short Answer Questions12) Mention two ways in which rivers are helpful to people. How does pollution of rivers affect these activities?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________13) Ancient civilizations like the Harappan Civilization started near rivers. Explain why rivers were important for the growth of such civilizations.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________Long Answer Question14) Guess the activities shown in the given pictures. Identify the purpose for which rivers are used in the pictures.Ans.  ���������������������� ��������������������� ���������������������� ��������������������� 16 14-Dec-18 4:52:48 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 16

���������������������� ��������������������� ���������������������� ���������������������ApplicationMultiple Choice Questions15) Which of the following is not a reason for river pollution? [  ](A)  (B)waste water from industries plastic thrown into rivers (C)  (D)  immersing idols dolphin playing in the river16) For which of the following activities do we not use rivers? [  ](A)  (B) farming swimmingAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 17 Understanding Rivers 17 14-Dec-18 4:52:56 PM

(C)  (D)  fishing trekkingShort Answer Questions17) One of the largest lakes in Bengaluru, the Bellandur Lake, has spilled toxic froth many times since 2015. In 2017, many industries around the lake were shut down. Why do you think that happened?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________18) Look at the word splash below. Using terms from the word splash, show the journey of a river. Mouth River bank Tributary Delta Source DistributaryAns. High Areas Middle Areas Low Areas 18 14-Dec-18 4:52:57 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 18

Long Answer Question19) Mention two reasons why we need to look after rivers. Describe two ways in which you can help to look after rivers.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Higher Order Thinking Skills (H.O.T.S.)Long Answer Question20) Find out the river that is closest to your home. List its length and the states that it passes through. Mention if any dams are built on it.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Understanding Rivers 19Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 19 14-Dec-18 4:52:58 PM

Lesson 5 India’s RiversRememberingMultiple Choice Questions1) Which is the longest river in India? [      ] [      ] (A) Ganga (B) Yamuna (C) Indus (D) Godavari2) In which state does the Indus meet five major tributaries? (A) Nagaland (B) Arunachal Pradesh (C) Maharashtra (D) PunjabFill in the Blanks3) The ________________________ in West Bengal is a major distributary of the Ganga.4) ________________________ is the largest tributary of the river Krishna.Very Short Answer Questions5) Where does the Brahmaputra meet the Ganga?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________6) What are the rivers that have water throughout the year called?Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________Short Answer Question7) What are non-perennial rivers? Give an example.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ 20 14-Dec-18 4:52:59 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 20

UnderstandingMatch the Following Tributary River a) Mahanadi8) Betwa 9) Indravati b)  Yamuna10) Beas c)  Indus11) Jonk d)  GodavariShort Answer Questions12) Define ‘river basin’. How are river basins useful to us? Ans. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________13) Outline a major difference between westward and eastward flowing rivers on the Indian peninsula.Ans. Westward flowing rivers Eastward flowing rivers India’s Rivers 21Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 21 14-Dec-18 4:53:00 PM

Long Answer Question14) Complete the diagram by providing information about various uses of rivers.a) Name any two means b) Any two uses of dams. of water transport. ________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ d) Two uses of rivers for c) Names of two water agriculture. animals. _____________________ _____________________ ________________________ ________________________ ApplicationMultiple Choice Questions15) Lakhan is fishing in a river that flows into the Arabian Sea. Which river is it? [    ] [      ] (A) Ganga (B) Godavari (C) Narmada (D) Yamuna16) The Sardar Sarovar Dam is an important river project. Which of these is not a function of this dam? (A) generating hydroelectricity (B) irrigation (C)  storing water during the dry season (D)  immersing idolsShort Answer Questions17) In recent times, a lot of water is diverted from the rivers to the industries leaving farmers helpless. Mention any two ways in which the farmers are affected.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________22Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 22 14-Dec-18 4:53:02 PM

_____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________18) On the map of India, mark and label the following. a)  a river that does not originate in India b)  a tributary of the Indus c)  a distributary of the Ganga d)  a river that flows through Telangana India’s Rivers 23Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 23 14-Dec-18 4:53:04 PM

Long Answer Question 119) Read the clues and solve the 2 crossword about the rivers of India. Down 3 4 1. A Himalayan river that flows through Ladakh 2.  A tributary of Ganga 5 3. The river which originates in the Mansarovar region of India Across 6 4. A river which originates in the Western Ghats 5. A tributary of the Mahanadi 7 8 6. A peninsular river that flows from east to west 7.  A tributary of Yamuna 8. A major south Indian river which flows from Karnataka to Tamil NaduHigher Order Thinking Skills (H.O.T.S.)Long Answer Question20) Use the internet to make a list of two important dams of India, their locations and the rivers they are built on. Write three sentences about the dam that is closest to your town or village.Ans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ 24 14-Dec-18 4:53:05 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 24

Map Practice1) Mark the following physical features on the map with the colours given in the brackets. a) plains (green) b)  mountains (purple) c)  plateau (yellow) d) sea (light blue) e)  rivers (dark blue) f) hills (brown) g) delta (red) h) island (orange)_2) On the world map, mark and colour the following. a) the largest continent (red) ________________________ b) the smallest continent (yellow) ________________________ c) the largest ocean (blue) ________________________ d) the only ocean to be named after a country (green) ________________________Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 25 25 14-Dec-18 4:53:08 PM

Ans. _3) On the map of India, mark and label the following. a)  two major tributaries of the Indus b)  a rain-fed eastern peninsular river c)  the river flowing through Rishikesh which is famous for river rafting 26 14-Dec-18 4:53:13 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 26

4) On the map of India, mark and label the following. a) two states through which the Mahanadi flows b) two states through which the Narmada and the Tapi flow c) the state in which Jog Falls is located d) the state in which the Brahmaputra is used for transportation e) the state in which the Hooghly is used for fishing f) the state in which the Krishna meets the Bay of Bengal Map Practice 27Alpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 27 14-Dec-18 4:53:16 PM

5) Solve the clues and mark the answers on the map. a) the second longest river in India ________________________ b) a river which begins in Tibet ________________________ c) a distributary of the Ganga in West Bengal ________________________ d) a river with five major tributaries ________________________ 28 14-Dec-18 4:53:18 PMAlpine_SST_G4_WB1_Book.indb 28