Worksheet: Growing up with Nature

Class 4 EVS | Based on the lesson from the PDF | Student-friendly worksheet with answer key.

Part 1: Competencies - Observation and Reporting

A. MCQ

1. Which tree is called the “flame of forest”?
   A. Neem   B. Palash   C. Banyan   D. Mango
2. What are houses in the village made of?
   A. Glass and steel   B. Clay, hay, cow dung   C. Cement only   D. Plastic and iron
3. What is used to make natural dye in the lesson?
   A. Flowers and leaves   B. Rocks and sand   C. Plastic and glass   D. Paper and wood
4. What is kept inside earthen pots to protect grains?
   A. Neem leaves   B. Plastic bags   C. Cotton cloth   D. Water
5. Why are first-aid boxes useful?
   A. For decoration   B. For emergencies   C. For games   D. For storage only

B. Short Answer

6. Write two natural materials used to make a house.
7. Why do people use natural dyes?
8. What should be kept in a first-aid box?

C. Long Answer

9. Describe the village scene shown in the lesson in 4–5 sentences.
10. Write how people show respect for nature during the festival and in daily life.

Part 2: Identification and Classification

A. MCQ

1. Which of these is a traditional container?
   A. Tumri   B. Bucket   C. Bottle   D. Box
2. Which plant part is used in Tulsi for healthcare?
   A. Root   B. Leaves   C. Flower   D. Stem
3. What is Gond art made with?
   A. Natural colours   B. Plastic paint   C. Ink only   D. Water only
4. What kind of place is a sacred grove?
   A. Shopping place   B. Protected forest patch   C. Playground   D. Market area

B. Short Answer

5. Name two things used to store grains traditionally.
6. Write one use of ajwain.
7. What is the purpose of sacred groves?

C. Long Answer

8. Classify the following into natural materials and man-made materials: clay, hay, cow dung, plastic, glass, wood.

Part 3: Discovery of Facts

A. MCQ

1. What do people offer before celebrations in the lesson?
   A. Games   B. Prayers   C. Money   D. Food
2. What sound filled the air during celebration?
   A. Bell sound   B. Dhol and nagada   C. Train sound   D. Car sound
3. What is one thing people can do to care for nature?
   A. Waste paper   B. Say no to plastic   C. Cut trees   D. Throw garbage
4. What helps in storing grains safely?
   A. Earthen pots with neem leaves   B. Open basket only   C. Plastic bottle   D. Paper bag

B. Short Answer

5. Write one change if there is no light for two days.
6. Write one way to protect plants and animals in your area.
7. Why do people worship certain plants and animals?

C. Long Answer

8. Explain how the lesson shows that people and nature are connected.

Image Description and HOTS

1. Image description: Describe the village celebration scene shown in the lesson.
2. Higher order thinking: What may happen if we overuse natural resources like wood and water?

Suggested Class Activities

1. Make a model of a house using clay, sticks, hay, grass, or leaves.
2. Prepare a natural dye using flowers or leaves and colour a cloth piece.

Answer Key

Part 1: Observation and Reporting

1. B. Palash
2. B. Clay, hay, cow dung
3. A. Flowers and leaves
4. A. Neem leaves
5. B. For emergencies
6. Any two: clay, hay, wood, grass, leaves, cow dung, wooden sticks.
7. To make colours from natural materials and avoid chemicals.
8. Medicines, mosquito repellent cream, bandage, cotton, antiseptic, and basic first-aid items.
9. Students can describe the village, palash flowers, decorated houses, natural materials, and celebration.
10. People respect nature by using natural materials, praying to mother nature, making dyes from plants, and protecting forests.

Part 2: Identification and Classification

1. A. Tumri
2. B. Leaves
3. A. Natural colours
4. B. Protected forest patch
5. Earthen pots and bamboo baskets.
6. Used for eating or medicinal use; any correct use is acceptable.
7. To protect trees, wildlife, and nature.
8. Natural: clay, hay, cow dung, wood. Man-made: plastic, glass.

Part 3: Discovery of Facts

1. B. Prayers
2. B. Dhol and nagada
3. B. Say no to plastic
4. A. Earthen pots with neem leaves
5. Any correct change, such as difficulty in studying, moving around, or using appliances.
6. Plant trees, avoid plastic, save water, protect animals, or any similar action.
7. Because they respect, protect, and use nature wisely.
8. The lesson shows that nature provides materials, food, protection, and culture is closely linked with nature.

Image Description and HOTS

1. Students can mention the village lights, celebrations, traditional dress, dhol, nagada, dance, and natural setting.
2. If resources are overused, forests may shrink, water may become scarce, and people may face shortages and environmental damage.