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HOUSES AND SHELTER MCQs

Total Questions : 37 | Page 3 of 4 pages
Question 21.


In the ancient shelters of Catal Huyuk built in 8000 BC, the doors were built on the ceilings:


  1.     To keep the shelter warm
  2.     To keep away dangerous animals
  3.     To build gardens
  4.     To learn climbing
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> To keep away dangerous animals
:
B

People settled in the area, who were about 6000 strong in number learnt a clever way that avoided dangerous predators entering their houses. The houses were built in a way that they were attached to each other and the ceilings functioned as streets.


In The Ancient Shelters Of Catal Huyuk Built In 8000 BC, The...


Question 22.


What basic needs does a shelter fulfil?


  1.     Safety
  2.     Comfort
  3.     Having fun
  4.     Protection from bad weather
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> Comfort
:
A, B, and D

Shelters for humans, birds or animals facilitate the needs like comfort, safety and protection from predators and bad weather. 


Question 23.


Which of the following materials did humans use to make shelter during the ice age?


  1.     Stones
  2.     Cement
  3.     Bones
  4.     Mammoth hide
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> Cement
:
A, C, and D
Humans at that time were nomadic hunters and never stayed in one place. They kept moving around in search of food and water. So, they made shelters of remains after hunting or whatever they could find that served the purpose of a building material.
Question 24.


Rahul builds a house using materials like steel and stones. Which type of a house did he build?


  1.     Mud house
  2.     Igloo
  3.     Concrete house
  4.     Tent
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option C. -> Concrete house
:
C
Concrete houses are built using materials like steel, bricks or stones, sand, and cement. They can have many floors and are generally seen in cities. It takes time to build concrete houses but they are strong.
Question 25.


A house on wheels is generally known as  _______________.


  1.     caravan
  2.     houseboat
  3.     teepees
  4.     wheelhouse
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> caravan
:
A
Caravan is a house on wheels. It is a house that can be taken wherever you go. So, it is best suited for travelers.
 
Question 26.


People from different communities and regions celebrate the same festivals.


  1.     True
  2.     False
  3.     Having fun
  4.     Protection from bad weather
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> False
:
B

People from different communities and regions celebrate different festivals. These festivals can be seasonal as well. Example of seasonal festivals is onam, etc.


Question 27.


The purpose of a hospital is to provide healthcare to people.


  1.     True
  2.     False
  3.     teepees
  4.     wheelhouse
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> True
:
A
A hospital is a very important part of a neighbourhood. A hospital provides medical care as well as treats people in case of illness or injury.
Question 28.


Tipis that were used by Native Americans are most useful in:


  1.     Swampy area
  2.     Desert area
  3.     Forest area
  4.     Snow mountains
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option C. -> Forest area
:
C

Tipis are made out of animal skin or tree bark and branches. The materials they are made from are found in forests. So, they are constructed and used in forest area. Tipis are usually warm in winter and cool in summer.


Question 29.


Crocodiles are found in and around ___.


  1.     cities
  2.     deserts
  3.     snow
  4.     waterbodies
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option D. -> waterbodies
:
D

Crocodiles are reptiles. Depending upon the favourable conditions, they spend their time both on land and in water.


Question 30.


A person who designs buildings is known as a/an ________________.


  1.     engineer
  2.     architect
  3.     labourer
  4.     doctor
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> architect
:
B

An architect plans the structure, lay out a blueprint or design of the building and reviews the construction. They basically plan the structure of the building.


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