CBSE Class 4 EVS Pochampalli Worksheet

1) Match the following

Question 2. Identify these people by observing the pictures
Answer: 1. A woman boiling yarn in a pot to remove dirt and stains.
2. A weaver working on a traditional handloom.
3. A person sorting or displaying finished textile products / selling sarees.
In simple words: These pictures show different stages of making traditional handloom sarees.
Exam Tip: Recognize common traditional occupations like weaving and dyeing from visual prompts.

Question 3. Choose the handicraft and write in the appropriate circle: Coir mat, madhubani paintings, kutch work, chiken work, woollen carpet, Chennapatna toys
Answer:
- Bihar: Madhubani paintings
- Kerala: Coir mat
- Gujarat: Kutch work
- Lucknow: Chiken work
- Kashmir: Woollen carpet
- Karnataka: Chennapatna toys
In simple words: Different regions in India are famous for their unique traditional arts and crafts.

Exam Tip: Memorize state-wise famous handicrafts and arts as they frequently appear in matching and classification questions.

Question 1. Name different types of cloth material available in your area.
(a) Cotton
(b) Silk
(c) Wool
(d) Polyester
(e) Nylon
(f) Rayon
Answer: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Polyester, Nylon, Rayon.
In simple words: Various natural and synthetic fabrics are used to make our clothes.

Exam Tip: Mention both natural and synthetic fabrics for a complete answer.

Question 2. Write the natural fibers used to make cloth.
(a) Cotton
(b) Silk
(c) Wool
(d) Jute
(e) Flax
(f) Hemp
Answer: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Jute, Flax, Hemp.
In simple words: Natural fibers are obtained directly from plants and animals.

Exam Tip: Remember that natural fibers come from plants (cotton, jute) and animals (silk, wool).

Question 3. Name five man-made fabrics used for making clothes.
(a) Nylon
(b) Polyester
(c) Rayon
(d) Acrylic
(e) Spandex
Answer: Nylon, Polyester, Rayon, Acrylic, Spandex.
In simple words: Man-made or synthetic fibers are manufactured by humans in factories using chemicals.

Exam Tip: Man-made fibers are also known as synthetic fibers.

Question 4. From where do we get the following:
(a) Cotton : From cotton plant pods (cotton bolls)
(b) Silk : From silkworms
(c) Wool : From the fleece of sheep, goats, or rabbits
(d) Linen : From the flax plant
Answer: (a) Cotton plant (b) Silkworm (c) Sheep/Goat (d) Flax plant.
In simple words: Different materials come from specific plant and animal sources.

Question 5. Write the steps used to weave thread into a cloth.
(a) Cleaning and combing raw fibers
(b) Spinning fibers into yarn or thread
(c) Dyeing and boiling the thread to give color and clean it
(d) Weaving the threads on a loom to make fabric
Answer: 1. Fiber production/harvesting. 2. Spinning into yarn. 3. Dyeing and boiling. 4. Weaving on a loom.
In simple words: Raw fiber is processed, spun into thread, dyed, and finally woven into cloth.

Exam Tip: Understand the sequential order: Fiber -> Yarn -> Fabric.

Question 6. Name any five dresses made up of silk.
(a) Saree
(b) Kurti
(c) Lehenga
(d) Sherwani
(e) Scarf
Answer: Saree, Kurti, Lehenga, Sherwani, Scarf.
In simple words: Silk is a rich fabric used for traditional and festive clothing.

Exam Tip: Silk is popularly worn during weddings and festivals.

Question 7. Name any five occupations which need manual labour (working by hand).
(a) Weaver
(b) Potter
(c) Carpenter
(d) Cobbler
(e) Farmer
Answer: Weaver, Potter, Carpenter, Cobbler, Farmer.
In simple words: Manual labor involves skilled physical work done mainly by hand.

Exam Tip: Traditional crafts rely heavily on hand skills rather than heavy machinery.

Question 8. Weaving is a traditional art. Can you name more traditional arts of our country.
(a) Pottery
(b) Embroidery (Kutch/Chikankari)
(c) Wood carving
(d) Madhubani painting
(e) Basket weaving
(f) Terracotta work
Answer: Pottery, Embroidery, Wood carving, Madhubani painting, Basket weaving, Terracotta work.
In simple words: India has a rich heritage of diverse traditional arts passed down through generations.

Exam Tip: Mention arts that are culturally significant to different Indian states.

Worksheet - 23. Pochampalli

1. Write the kind of work done by each member in your family.
(a) Father: Goes to office / runs business / does professional work
(b) Mother: Manages household / works professionally / takes care of family
(c) Elder brother or sister: Studies in school or college / helps with chores
(d) Yourself: Studies, completes homework, and helps parents
Answer: Answers may vary based on individual families. Typical roles include earning income, household management, and studying.
In simple words: Family members share responsibilities to support each other.

Exam Tip: Write practical, real-life examples from your own household.

2. Name any four different types of cloth material available
(a) Cotton
(b) Silk
(c) Wool
(d) Polyester
Answer: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Polyester.
In simple words: Different fabrics are used depending on weather and comfort.

Exam Tip: Include a mix of natural and synthetic materials.

3. Write any four natural fibers used to make cloth
(a) Cotton
(b) Silk
(c) Wool
(d) Jute
Answer: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Jute.
In simple words: Natural fibers are obtained from nature.

Exam Tip: Natural fibers are breathable and skin-friendly.

4. Who takes important decisions in your family?
Answer: Important decisions in our family are usually taken together through discussion involving both parents and elders.
In simple words: Family decisions are made cooperatively for the welfare of all members.

Exam Tip: Highlight the importance of joint decision-making and mutual respect in a family.

5. Write the favourite T.V. Programme of
(a) your father : News / Sports / Informative shows
(b) your mother : Serial / Cookery show / News
(c) your grand parents : Religious programs / Devotional songs / News
(d) yourself : Cartoons / Kids shows / Educational programs
Answer: Answers vary as per personal choices. (Sample: Father-News, Mother-Serials, Grandparents-Devotional, Yourself-Cartoons).
In simple words: Different family members enjoy different types of television programs based on their interests.

Exam Tip: Provide realistic choices based on age groups.

6. Match the following
(a) Wool - Sheep / Woolly fleece
(b) Coir - Coconut husk
(c) Fur - Rabbit / Fur-bearing animal
(d) Silk - Silkworm
(e) Cotton - Cotton plant
Answer: (a) Wool (b) Coir (c) Fur (d) Silk (e) Cotton.
In simple words: Match each fiber type to its correct source or picture.

Exam Tip: Connect animal and plant sources accurately to their respective fibers.

7. Name any four traditional arts of our country
(a) Weaving
(b) Pottery
(c) Madhubani painting
(d) Wood carving
Answer: Weaving, Pottery, Madhubani painting, Wood carving.
In simple words: Traditional arts reflect the cultural heritage of India.

Exam Tip: Learn at least four distinct Indian art forms.

8. One who
(a) makes pots is called potter
(b) weaves cloth is called weaver
(c) makes wooden furniture is called carpenter
(d) makes gold ornaments is called goldsmith
Answer: (a) Potter (b) Weaver (c) Carpenter (d) Goldsmith.
In simple words: People who practice specific crafts are given distinct occupational titles.

Exam Tip: Learn community helpers and craftsmen names correctly.

Write the steps in the process of making Pochampalli Sarees.
Answer:
1. Collecting cotton yarn and silk threads from wholesale centers.
2. Boiling the yarn in a pot with soap water to remove dirt and stains.
3. Dyeing the yarn in bright, vibrant colors.
4. Drying the dyed threads in the shade and winding them onto bobbins.
5. Arranging the warp and weft threads according to specific traditional geometric patterns (Tie and Dye technique - Ikat).
6. Weaving the threads carefully on a traditional handloom to create the finished Pochampalli saree.
In simple words: Pochampalli sarees are made by cleaning, dyeing, tying, and weaving threads on handlooms into unique geometric designs.

Exam Tip: Mention key terms like 'handloom', 'dyeing', 'boiling yarn', and 'Ikat/geometric pattern' to score full marks.

Question. Tick the correct answer

a. Mysore silk can be obtained from
(i) Rajasthan
(ii) Karnataka
(iii) Bihar
Answer : a (ii) Karnataka

b. The famous Madhubani paintings come from
(i) Punjab
(ii) Bihar
(iii) Assam
Answer : b (ii) Bihar

c. Vani and Mukta's home is always filled with bright coloured
(i) Lights
(ii) balloon
(iii) threads
Answer : c (iii) threads

Question. Write true or false
a. Great skill is needed to weave special silk sarees. _______
b. Weaving does not require hard work. _________
Answer :  a. true
b. false

Question. Answer in one word
a. Name one natural fibre used to make cloth. __________
b. Which state produces the most cotton in the country? _________
Answer : a. Cotton
b. Gujarat

Question. Fill in the blanks
a. The ________ has many needles.
b. Mukhtapur village lies in _______town.
c. _______ is becoming expensive day by day.
Answer : a. loom
b. Pochampalli
c. Silk

1. How did “Pochampalli” cloth get its name?

2. Write all the steps from thread to Saree in brief.

3. Collect pieces of five different types of clothes and paste them below. Write the types of the cloth.