What a Tank! – Class 5 English Lesson (Colourful Q&A, New Words, Imaginers)
Water Conservation is our future!
Find here: Colorful Q&A, bilingual vocabulary, and creative imagine & share prompts for “What a Tank!”
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Find here: Colorful Q&A, bilingual vocabulary, and creative imagine & share prompts for “What a Tank!”
Boost your knowledge and make your blog viral with these trending student activities!
New Words with English & Hindi Meanings
| Word | English Meaning | हिंदी अर्थ |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation | Saving something, not wasting | संरक्षण, बचाव |
| Container | A box or tank to hold things (like water) | संडूक, पात्र, भंडार |
| Overhead | Above the head | ऊपर, सिर के ऊपर |
| Unique | One-of-a-kind, special | विशेष, अनोखा |
| Culture | Traditions, arts, and ways of life of a group | संस्कृति, परंपरा |
| Heritage | Things passed from the past, history | धरोहर, विरासत |
| Concrete | Strong building material | कंक्रीट, सीमेंट |
Let Us Think – Questions & Answers
1. What do we use a water tank for?
We use a water tank to store water for drinking, cooking, bathing and other daily needs.
2. Where is Punjab located on the map of India?
Punjab is located in the northwestern part of India. It is famous for its rich culture and heritage.
3. How are the water tanks in Punjab made?
The water tanks in Punjab are made of cement with steel rods for strength. They are given special shapes and installed on house roofs.
4. How do the unique shapes of water tanks reflect the identity of the house owners?
The tanks are shaped like things the owners love—for example, a tractor for a farmer, or a football for a football fan. The shape shows the owner’s interest or work.
Let Us Think – B. Higher-Order Questions
1. Do you know any other ways of storing water?
Yes, water is stored in wells, ponds, lakes, and big overhead tanks. Some people use underground tanks or rainwater harvesting systems.
2. If you had to build a water tank, what would you make it look like? Why?
If I built a water tank, I would make it in the shape of a book—to show the importance of both water and learning!
A. Write the Contractions
1. Write the contraction for 'do not'.
don’t
2. Write the contraction for 'is not'.
isn’t
3. Write the contraction for 'are not'.
aren’t
4. Write the contraction for 'cannot'.
can’t
5. Write the contraction for 'could not'.
couldn’t
6. Write the contraction for 'did not'.
didn’t
B. Rewrite These Sentences Using Contractions
Rewrite: Partho is not feeling well today...
Partho isn’t feeling well today. His parents have decided that he’ll stay at home till he gets better. Partho is bored and can’t stay at home anymore. He decides to ask his grandmother if he can go outside, but he thinks she, too, wouldn’t agree.
Rewrite: It is a rainy day, and Tina is not happy...
It’s a rainy day, and Tina isn’t happy. She can’t go out to play with her friends. Her brother doesn’t want to play indoors either. They’ve decided to watch a movie instead. Their mother says she’ll make popcorn for them.
C. Exclamatory Sentences and Emotions
1. Identify the emotion in this exclamatory sentence: “That’s so creative!”
Amazement/Wonder
2. Add your own example of an exclamatory sentence and the emotion it shows.
Wow, this drawing is beautiful! (Emotion: Surprise/Happiness)
3. Find at least five exclamatory sentences...
Examples: "Hurrah! We won the match!" (Joy)
"Oh no! The glass broke!" (Shock/Sadness)
"Oh no! The glass broke!" (Shock/Sadness)
E. Animal Families
1. What do you call the baby of a lion?
Cub
2. What do you call the baby of a tiger?
Cub
3. What do you call the baby of a hen?
Chick
4. What do you call the baby of a cow?
Calf
5. What do you call the male horse?
Stallion
6. What do you call the female horse?
Mare
7. What do you call the baby horse?
Foal
Let Us Speak & Discuss
1. Write one way in which people waste water daily.
Leaving the tap running while brushing teeth wastes water.
2. Write one solution to stop water wastage in your home.
Use a mug or tumbler instead of running water while brushing or washing.
3. Write at least three examples of water wastage and three solutions.
- Wastage: Overflowing tanks. Solution: Install a tank alarm.
- Wastage: Washing cars with running hose. Solution: Use a bucket and cloth.
- Wastage: Leaky taps. Solution: Fix leaks quickly.
Let Us Listen – Comprehension (MCQ)
1. Why was Suma surprised in the morning?
There was no water in the tap.
2. How did people manage without water?
They bought bottles and waited for tankers.
3. What did Suma promise after water was restored?
To never waste water again.
4. What activities were planned during Water Conservation Week?
Poster-making and planting trees.
5. What did Suma suggest her parents do?
To fix a rainwater harvesting system.
Let Us Write
1. What topic could you choose for a water tank awareness poster?
"Save Our Water Tanks—A Community Awareness Campaign"
2. Write a catchy slogan for saving water tanks.
"Save Tanks, Save Lives!"
3. Write one reason why tanks are important.
Tanks store water for drinking and other daily use.
4. Write 3 words ending with 'er'.
Water, heater, player
5. Write 3 words ending with 'or'.
Doctor, actor, donor
Let Us Explore
1. How are water tanks cleaned? (Research activity)
By using cleaning rods, brushes, and sometimes disinfectants to remove dirt and germs.
2. Who is the main character in the story “The Thirsty Crow”?
The Crow
3. What should all students do in the class drama activity?
Take part by playing roles—like crow, teacher, principal, or helping with sound and photography.
💡 Imaginers & Go Viral Section
Imagine: If you could design your own water tank, what shape would it be? Why?
My water tank would be shaped like a globe to show that water is precious for the whole world!
Imagine: One day all water tanks disappear! What problems would people face?
No water for drinking, cooking, bathing, or cleaning! People would fall sick, plants would dry up, and life would be very hard.
Blog Engagement: Share your best water-saving tip or drawing of
💡 Imagine & Go Viral
- Design a Dream Tank! Draw or imagine a water tank in the shape of your favorite thing—car, toy, animal, etc. Share in your blog comments or on social media! (#MyDreamTank)
- Water Heroes Poll: Ask your readers: "How do you save water at home? (a) Close tap, (b) Reuse water, (c) Spread awareness, (d) All of the above."
Let students vote and share tips! - Quick Quiz: “Which state in India is famous for colorful and unique water tanks?” (A) Rajasthan (B) Punjab (C) Kerala
💧 Water Hero Poll: Which Water-Saving Habit Do You Follow Most?
How to Vote:
1. Select your water-saving habit above.
2. Scroll to the blog comments below and type which one you picked (or share your own tip!).
3. Best Water Heroes’ names/tips will be featured on the blog next week!
Let’s see how many water heroes we have! 🌟
1. Select your water-saving habit above.
2. Scroll to the blog comments below and type which one you picked (or share your own tip!).
3. Best Water Heroes’ names/tips will be featured on the blog next week!
Let’s see how many water heroes we have! 🌟
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