NCERT Solutions Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World Chapter 09 Rhythms of Nature

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Question. Try to remember the time you were in Grades 3 and 4. Think and write about the changes that you have noticed in yourself and your friends, in your school, and in your environment.
Answer: You may have grown taller and more confident since grades 3 and 4. Your reading and writing skills have improved. Your friends have also changed and become more active in class discussions and games. Your school building now looks more familiar to you. You have learned new subjects and received more homework. You began taking part in assemblies, competitions, and group work. Your surroundings have become busier. New houses and shops have been built nearby. More vehicles are on the roads. Some trees have been cut down, but parks and facilities like streetlights and shops have appeared.
In simple words: Since grades 3 and 4, you have grown taller, become more confident, and learned more. Your school feels more familiar, and your neighbourhood has more buildings and traffic now.

Exam Tip: Observe real changes in yourself, your friends, your school, and your surroundings - use specific examples from your own life for a strong answer.

Question 1. Can you think of something that takes a really long time to change, maybe over years?
Answer: A small seed growing into a large tree requires many years. A child becoming an adult also takes a long time, happening slowly over many years. These changes are so gradual that we only see them after a long period has passed.
In simple words: A tree growing from a seed or a child growing into an adult both take many years. We notice these changes only after a very long time.

Exam Tip: Think of natural processes that happen slowly - plant growth, animal development, or changes in landscape work well as examples.

Question 2. What about something that changes within just a few years?
Answer: Many things change within just a few years. Our height grows noticeably. The number of houses in our neighbourhood increases. New roads and buildings get constructed. These changes happen faster than very slow changes like tree growth, but slower than quick changes that happen in minutes.
In simple words: Our height, the number of houses, and new buildings in our area all change within a few years - faster than tree growth but slower than daily changes.

Exam Tip: Look for changes you can measure or observe clearly over seasons or a year or two - building construction, road widening, and personal growth are good examples.

Question 3. Are there changes that happen every year, again and again?
Answer: Many changes repeat every year. The seasons - summer, monsoon, and winter - come and go in a regular cycle. Crops are planted and harvested each year. Schools close and reopen on schedule every year. These changes follow a pattern and occur regularly throughout the year.
In simple words: Seasons come back every year. Crops are grown and harvested each year. Schools close and reopen every year. These things repeat regularly.

Exam Tip: Identify patterns and cycles in nature and human activities - seasonal changes and annual events are classic examples of yearly repetitions.

Question 4. Can you name something that changes in just a few minutes or even seconds?
Answer: Many things change very quickly. The sky's colour shifts during sunrise and sunset, transforming rapidly before our eyes. A flower can close within minutes. Clouds move across the sky in seconds. These are examples of changes that happen so fast we can observe them happening right in front of us.
In simple words: The sky changes colour fast during sunrise and sunset. Flowers can close in minutes. Clouds move in seconds. These changes happen very quickly.

Exam Tip: Focus on natural phenomena you can watch happen in real time - weather changes, cloud movements, and flower opening/closing are observable rapid changes.

Question. Study the globe and write: when it is day time in India, which countries will have night?
Answer: By looking at a globe, you can see that when it is daytime in India, several countries on the opposite side of the Earth are experiencing nighttime. These countries include the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico. This happens because the Earth is round and rotates, causing different parts to face the sun at different times.
In simple words: When it is day in India, countries on the other side of the Earth have night. These include the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico.

Exam Tip: Understand that Earth rotates - one side faces the sun (day) while the opposite side faces away (night) at the same moment.

Question. Do you know how many seasons we have in India? In India, we experience six seasons based on how nature changes in every few months.
Answer: India has six distinct seasons. These are Vasanta (Spring), Grishma (Summer), Varsha (Monsoon), Sharad (Autumn), Hemant (Pre-winter), and Shishir (Winter). Each season lasts a few months and brings different changes to nature, weather, and the environment. The specific months for each season can vary depending on which region of India you live in.
In simple words: India has six seasons: Spring, Summer, Monsoon, Autumn, Pre-winter, and Winter. Each one lasts a few months and changes the weather and nature.

Exam Tip: Learn the Sanskrit names of the six seasons and know that their months may differ by region - this shows understanding of India's diverse climate.

Question. How do you feel when the season changes? Would you prefer one season to continue throughout the year? Give the reasons for your answer.
Answer: When the season changes, I feel excited and refreshed. Each new season brings its own special pleasures and experiences. I would not choose one season to last all year because every season has unique gifts. Spring brings blooming flowers. Monsoon gives us cool rains and greenery. Autumn brings many festivals and celebrations. Winter offers comfortable weather and joy. Living through all six seasons makes life interesting and full of variety.
In simple words: I feel happy when seasons change. I don't want just one season all year because each season brings something special and fun.

Exam Tip: Share personal feelings and give specific reasons - mention what each season offers to explain why variety in seasons is valuable.

Question. Winter in Kerala is different from winter in Kashmir valley. Monsoon in Assam is different from Rajasthan. Why do you think it is so?
Answer: Different regions of India experience the same season very differently because of their unique climate, rainfall patterns, and temperature levels. Kerala has mild, warm winters, while Kashmir valley experiences extremely cold winters with heavy snowfall. Assam receives heavy rainfall during monsoon, turning the landscape lush and green, but Rajasthan stays largely dry during the same season. These differences exist because of geographical location, altitude, and proximity to the sea - all of which affect local weather patterns.
In simple words: Different places have different climates, rain, and temperatures. Kerala is warm in winter, but Kashmir is very cold with snow. Assam gets lots of rain in monsoon, but Rajasthan stays dry.

Exam Tip: Recognize that geography, altitude, and location near water bodies control local seasonal patterns - use specific regional examples to show understanding.

Question. With the help of your teacher and elders, name the crops that grow in summer and winter in your region.

Answer: Different crops grow in summer and winter depending on temperature and rainfall. Summer crops like rice, maize, sugarcane, and cotton thrive in heat and require warm weather. Winter crops such as wheat, mustard, peas, and gram prefer cooler temperatures. Farmers choose which crops to plant based on the season and climate conditions of their region. Some regions may have different summer and winter crops - consulting local teachers and farmers helps you learn about your own area's farming practices.
In simple words: Some crops like rice and cotton grow in hot summer. Other crops like wheat and peas grow in cool winter. Farmers plant different crops in different seasons.

Exam Tip: Remember that crop selection depends on temperature and rainfall - warm-season crops differ from cool-season crops, and regional varieties matter.

Question. Many of our festivals are connected with seasons. See if you can match these festivals to the season they are celebrated in.

Answer:

The matching shows how Indian festivals align with seasonal changes. Pongal and Makar Sankranti mark the new year and harvest season. Holi celebrates the arrival of spring when flowers start to bloom. Diwali falls in autumn after crops have been harvested. Baisakhi, Gudi Padwa, Vishu, and Rongali Bihu are all spring festivals celebrated when nature comes alive with new flowers and growth.

In simple words: Different festivals happen in different seasons. Holi and spring festivals come when flowers bloom. Diwali comes after harvest in autumn. Each festival matches the season it celebrates.

Exam Tip: Learn that major Indian festivals are linked to seasons and harvest cycles - this connection shows cultural awareness of natural rhythms.

Question 1. Narrate your experiences about the season changes.
Answer: During summer, I enjoy eating mangoes and playing outside in the evening when it gets cooler. The monsoon brings rain, and I play with my umbrella and splash in puddles, enjoying the wet season. Winter arrives with chilly weather, so I wear warm clothes and sweaters. Winter is when I celebrate special festivals like Lohri and Diwali with my family and friends, adding joy to the cold season.
In simple words: In summer I eat mangoes and play outside. In monsoon I use an umbrella and enjoy the rain. In winter I wear warm clothes and celebrate festivals.

Exam Tip: Share personal seasonal experiences with specific activities and festivals to show how seasons affect daily life.

Question 2. Ask your family members and write about seasons. Do you find any major differences in the patterns or changing seasons? What could be possible reasons for these differences?
Answer: By talking with family members, especially grandparents, you discover that seasonal patterns have shifted over time. Grandparents recall that winters used to be longer and summers were not as extremely hot. Today's seasons show that summers are very hot and rainfall patterns have become unpredictable - sometimes there is less rain, and sometimes there is heavy flooding. These changes happen because of pollution in the air, cutting down trees, and global warming. Human activities are making the climate warmer and weather less predictable.
In simple words: Grandparents say winters were longer and summers cooler long ago. Now summers are very hot and rain is unpredictable. This is because of pollution, cutting trees, and global warming.

Exam Tip: Recognize climate change as a real shift in seasonal patterns - connect it to human activities like deforestation and pollution for a complete understanding.

Question 3. Seasons have local names. Find out and write the seasons mentioned below as they are called in your region, and in your local language. (a) Spring: __________ (b) Summer: __________ (c) Monsoon: __________ (d) Autumn: __________ (e) Pre-winter: __________ (f) Winter: __________
Answer:
(a) Spring - Basant
(b) Summer - Garmi
(c) Monsoon - Barsaat
(d) Autumn - Sharad Ritu
(e) Pre-winter - Hemant
(f) Winter - Sardi
In simple words: These are the Hindi names for the six seasons. Different regions and languages use different names for seasons based on their local culture and traditions.

Exam Tip: Learn local and regional season names to show cultural and linguistic awareness - this connects you to your community's ways of describing nature.

Question 4. Fill the table based on your observations and experiences.

Answer: The table above shows how each season brings its own special foods, clothing needs, festivals, and natural changes. In spring, fresh fruits and light clothes suit the pleasant weather and blooming flowers. Summer calls for cooling foods like mangoes and cotton wear in hot, dry conditions. Monsoon provides rice and corn while rivers fill with water. Autumn brings pulses and root vegetables as leaves fall. Pre-winter offers spinach and warm garments with a cool breeze. Winter requires hot soups, wool clothing, and brings festivals celebrating the cold season with misty, chilly air.
In simple words: Every season has different foods, clothes, and festivals that match the weather and nature. Spring has flowers and light clothes. Summer has mangoes and cotton. Winter has warm soups and thick wool clothes.

Exam Tip: Connect seasonal foods, clothing, and celebrations to climate conditions - show that humans adapt their lives to match seasonal changes.

Question 5. Share your experience of seasons' journaling.
Answer: Keeping a seasons' journal turned out to be a fun and rewarding activity. As I wrote regularly, I noticed and recorded how trees changed, weather patterns shifted, birds appeared or disappeared, and our daily routines adapted to seasonal changes. I observed that summer brought extreme heat with people wearing light cotton clothes to stay cool. The monsoon transformed everything into shades of green with constant rainfall. Winter turned cold and misty, making outdoor activities different. By writing in the journal every day or week, I gained a deeper understanding of how nature constantly moves through cycles, and how humans and other living things adjust to these natural rhythms.
In simple words: Keeping a journal was fun. I wrote down changes in trees, weather, birds, and what we do each day. I learned how nature changes with seasons.

Exam Tip: Regular observation and writing help you notice seasonal patterns - journaling shows respect for nature and builds environmental awareness.

Question 6. Make a comparative drawing of the three major seasons: Summer, Monsoon, Winter.
Answer: The comparative drawing shows the three major seasons side by side.

In simple words: Summer has a bright sun, hot weather, and long daylight. Monsoon brings dark clouds, heavy rain, and green plants everywhere. Winter has snow, cold air, short days, and people wearing warm clothes and sitting by fires.

Exam Tip: Comparative drawings should clearly show the differences in weather, vegetation, and human activities across seasons - use visual elements like sun, rain, snow, and clothing to illustrate contrasts.