CBSE Class 5 EVS No Place For Us Worksheet

1. What was the name of Jatrya's village?
a. Sinduri
b. Khedi
c. Vangaam
d. Gurgaon
Answer : b. Khedi

2. Hirakund dam is in
a. Karnataka
b. Odisha
c. Gujarat
d. Madhya Pradesh
Answer : b. Odisha

3. What did Jaytra and his family use as a fuel?
a. CNG
b. Wood
c. Tyres
d. LPG
Answer : c. Tyres

Question. Answer in one word
1. The process of destroying buildings and other structures.
2. To come into another country to live permanently.
3. Name the highest dam in India.
Answer : 1. Demolition 2. Immigration 3. Tehri Dam

Question. Fill in the blanks
1. People in the village live like a _______.
2. Empty bottles and newspapers are sold to _______
Answer : 1. family 2. kabadiwala

Question. State True or False
1. There were hills and jungles near Khedi village. _____
2. Jatrya Bhai had to shift from Sinduri to Khedi. _____
Answer : 1. True 2. False

Question 1. Compare the two and write the positive aspects in the blanks:
Answer: 1. Clean environment and fresh air in villages
2. Peaceful atmosphere with less pollution and noise
3. Strong sense of community and close social relationships
4. Availability of open spaces and greenery
5. Fresh and organic food resources from local farming
6. Better lifestyle connection with nature
In simple words: Villages offer a peaceful, green, and pollution-free environment with close-knit communities.
Exam Tip: Focus on environmental and social benefits when comparing rural and urban lifestyles.

Question 2. Compare the two and write the negative aspects in them:
Answer: 1. Overcrowding and heavy traffic congestion in cities
2. High levels of air and noise pollution
3. Lack of adequate open spaces and greenery
4. High cost of living and expensive housing
5. Fast-paced, stressful lifestyle with weak community bonds
In simple words: Cities have high pollution, heavy traffic, and high living costs, leading to a stressful life.

Exam Tip: Mention concrete urban challenges like pollution, crowding, and stress.

Question 3. Tick any one and write a reason: I like cities / villages because 
Answer: I like villages because they provide a clean, peaceful environment surrounded by nature, fresh air, and friendly neighbors who help each other in times of need.
In simple words: Choosing villages highlights the clean air, peace, and friendly community spirit found there.

Exam Tip: Give a clear and logical justification supporting your choice with personal or environmental reasons.

Question 4. Match the major water projects (dams) with the rivers on which they are built:
1. HIRAKUD DAM      A. KRISHNA
2. KRISHNARAJA SAGAR DAM      B. NARMADA
3. AMARKANTAK      C. MAHANADI
4. BHAKRA NANGAL      D. KAVERI
5. TEHRI DAM      E. SATLUJ
6. ALAMATTI      F. GANGES
Answer: 1. HIRAKUD DAM - C. MAHANADI
2. KRISHNARAJA SAGAR DAM - D. KAVERI
3. AMARKANTAK - B. NARMADA (Source of Narmada river)
4. BHAKRA NANGAL - E. SATLUJ
5. TEHRI DAM - F. GANGES (Bhagirathi tributary)
6. ALAMATTI - A. KRISHNA
In simple words: Each major dam is constructed across a specific river to provide irrigation and electricity.

Question 5. Enlist the problems faced by the people who are transferred to new places:
Answer: 1. Loss of traditional livelihood and employment
2. Difficulty in adjusting to a new culture, language, and environment
3. Lack of proper housing, clean drinking water, and sanitation facilities
4. Separation from family, friends, and community support systems
5. Lack of educational and medical facilities for children and families
In simple words: Displaced people struggle with losing their jobs, homes, community, and adjusting to unfamiliar surroundings.

Exam Tip: List practical human challenges like livelihood, shelter, social displacement, and basic amenities.

Question 6. Tick the measures for solving the problems of the people displaced by the Government:
a. Government should not displace the people
b. Government should resettle them in the places of their choice
c. Government should look after their needs
d. Government should provide food and shelter always
e. Open more educational institutions
f. Give them jobs
g. Government should not build dams
Answer: (b) Government should resettle them in the places of their choice
(c) Government should look after their needs
(d) Government should provide food and shelter always
(f) Give them jobs
In simple words: Displaced people need proper rehabilitation, including housing, food, and employment support from the government.

Exam Tip: Select welfare measures that ensure the rehabilitation and sustenance of displaced communities without completely halting essential national infrastructure.

1. Answer the following MCQ’s

(i) Tick the profession adopted by Jatrya Bhai in Mumbai.
(a) gold smith
(b) labourer
(c) repair fish nets

(ii). What do we call Kabaddiwalla in English?
(a) fruit seller
(b) junk seller
(c) kulfi seller

(iii). Which village Jatrya Bhai belonged to?
(a) Sinduri
(b) Dhalpur
(c) Khedi

(iv). Which musical instrument was not learnt by the children of khedi village?
(a) Dhol
(b) Flute
(c) Guitar

(v). Which village Jatrya shifted to after leaving Khedi village?
(a) Khedi
(b) Sundri
(c) Sinduri

2.If you are living in KV Kolaba,Mumbai in a small flat in a multistoried building,your father got transferred to KV Twang(Arunachal Pradesh).On the basis of this answer the following questions:

(i) List the type of luggage you will plan to carry along with you.

(ii) Which facilities will be available to you when you are in Mumbai?

(iii) Which difficulties will be faced by you in Twang?Discuss.

3.Name the states you will cross from Mumbai to Twang on the map of India.