Chapter 6: Some Unique Places Short Questions | Environmental Science - EVS Class 5 CBSE

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What did Shanti discover about the southernmost tip of India?

Shanti looked at a map and found out that Indira Point is the true southernmost tip of the country.
This point is located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands rather than on the mainland.
For example, she initially thought Kanyakumari was the southernmost point until her father corrected her.

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How would you describe an island based on the chapter?

An island is defined as a piece of land that is surrounded by water on all sides.
India has over a thousand such islands in the seas around its main coastline.
A simple example is the Andaman and Nicobar chain which Shanti visited during her vacation.

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What is special about the roots of trees in the Andaman islands?

The trees have big roots that grow out from the bottom and spread out very wide.
These roots act like a strong base to support the heavy trees and help them stand upright.
Shanti saw these unique roots spreading across the forest floor while walking with her guide.

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Name two birds that are found only in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

The Andaman wood pigeon is one of the special birds found exclusively in these forests.
The Andaman hornbill is another unique bird that lives only on these islands.
Protecting these forests is important because these birds cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

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Why are corals important for life under the sea?

Corals are tiny living beings that build large structures called reefs in the ocean.
These reefs are important because they give shelter and homes to many different sea creatures.
For instance, fish use coral reefs to hide from predators and find food safely.

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How did the people of North Sentinel Island survive the 2004 tsunami?

They survived by noticing subtle changes in nature like the behavior of animals.
They also watched for changes in the wind and the sea to sense the approaching danger.
Their deep connection and knowledge of the natural world helped them stay safe during the disaster.

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What is the Sundarbans and where is it located?

The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the entire world.
It is located in West Bengal where the river Ganga meets the salty sea water.
Shanti reached this place after a short stop in the city of Kolkata.

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How do mangrove roots help the trees breathe?

Mangrove trees grow in muddy and salty land where oxygen is very low in the soil.
They have special stick-like roots that grow upwards and come out of the water.
These roots help the plant take in air directly from the atmosphere despite being in mud.

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Why are mangroves important for protecting the land?

The thick network of mangrove roots helps hold the soil together very tightly.
This prevents the strong waves of the sea from washing the land away into the ocean.
By acting as a barrier, they protect the coastlines and the people living near them.

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Why do some people in the Sundarbans wear masks on the back of their heads?

Tigers in the forest usually attack their prey from behind to remain unseen.
The masks make it look like there is a face watching the tiger from that direction.
This confuses the tigers and prevents them from attacking the person wearing the mask.

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Question 11

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What is meant by the 'Seven Sisters' of India?

The 'Seven Sisters' refers to the group of seven states located in Northeast India.
Along with the state of Sikkim, they form a region full of lush forests and hills.
Shanti learned about these states in her class before visiting them with her family.

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Question 12

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How are living root bridges made in the Northeast?

People guide the roots of trees to grow across streams or small rivers.
Over time, these roots grow thick and become strong enough for people to walk on.
These bridges are a perfect example of how locals use nature without destroying it.

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What is the Hargila and how are people helping it?

The Hargila is also known as the Greater Adjutant Stork, a bird found in the Northeast.
Women in the community are teaching children to protect and care for the bird's nests.
Because of this collective help, the number of these birds has started to grow again.

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Chapter 6: Some Unique Places | Short Questions

What did Shanti discover about the southernmost tip of India?

How would you describe an island based on the chapter?

What is special about the roots of trees in the Andaman islands?

Name two birds that are found only in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Why are corals important for life under the sea?

How did the people of North Sentinel Island survive the 2004 tsunami?

What is the Sundarbans and where is it located?

How do mangrove roots help the trees breathe?

Why are mangroves important for protecting the land?

Why do some people in the Sundarbans wear masks on the back of their heads?

What is meant by the 'Seven Sisters' of India?

How are living root bridges made in the Northeast?

What is the Hargila and how are people helping it?

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