Chapter 1 of 10
Chapter 1: My Neighbourhood & Helpers
Doctor, Nurse, Teacher, Police, Sweeper, Postman & Plumber | CBSE Session 2026–27
Core Pedagogical Competencies & Concepts
- Theme of 'My Neighbourhood & Helpers': Exploring human community networks and societal roles.
- Fostering civic responsibility, mutual respect for community helpers, and safety rules.
- Developing environmental stewardship and neighborhood awareness.
All Textbook Exercises & In-Text Tasks (16 Questions)
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Q1
Neighbourhood • Definition
What is a 'Neighbourhood', and who are 'Neighbours'?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
• Neighbourhood: The area and houses surrounding our home.
• Neighbours: The families and people who live close to our house.
• Neighbourhood: The area and houses surrounding our home.
• Neighbours: The families and people who live close to our house.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Neighbourhood definition
1 M
Neighbours definition
1 M
Q2
Community Helpers • Roles
Name four community helpers who assist us in our daily lives and state what each one does.
[3 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
1. Doctor / Nurse: Treats us and gives medicine when we are sick.
2. Policeman / Policewoman: Maintains law, order, and catches criminals.
3. Firefighter: Puts out dangerous fires and rescues people.
4. Teacher: Teaches children to read, write, and be good citizens.
1. Doctor / Nurse: Treats us and gives medicine when we are sick.
2. Policeman / Policewoman: Maintains law, order, and catches criminals.
3. Firefighter: Puts out dangerous fires and rescues people.
4. Teacher: Teaches children to read, write, and be good citizens.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Four helpers named
1.5 M
Their roles described
1.5 M
Q3
Sanitation Helper • Sweeper
Why is the road sweeper (sanitation worker) one of the most important helpers in our community?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
Because they sweep streets, clean drains, and collect garbage every morning, keeping our neighbourhood clean and preventing diseases.
Because they sweep streets, clean drains, and collect garbage every morning, keeping our neighbourhood clean and preventing diseases.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Cleans roads and garbage
1 M
Prevents disease spread
1 M
Q4
Postman / Courier • Deliveries
What does a postman or delivery agent bring to our doorstep?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
They bring letters, postcards, parcels, and important documents from friends and relatives.
They bring letters, postcards, parcels, and important documents from friends and relatives.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Letters, parcels, postcards
1 M
Q5
Matching • Helpers and Tools
Match each helper with their tool:
1. Doctor (A) Scissors & comb
2. Barber (B) Stethoscope & thermometer
3. Plumber (C) Pipe wrench & spanner
[2 Marks]
1. Doctor (A) Scissors & comb
2. Barber (B) Stethoscope & thermometer
3. Plumber (C) Pipe wrench & spanner
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
• 1. Doctor → (B) Stethoscope & thermometer
• 2. Barber → (A) Scissors & comb
• 3. Plumber → (C) Pipe wrench & spanner
• 1. Doctor → (B) Stethoscope & thermometer
• 2. Barber → (A) Scissors & comb
• 3. Plumber → (C) Pipe wrench & spanner
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
All 3 matches correct
2 M
Q6
Fill in the Blanks • Helpers
Fill in the blanks:
(a) A _______ (carpenter / tailor) makes wooden chairs, tables, and doors.
(b) A _______ (baker / cobbler) mends our torn shoes and sandals.
(c) A _______ (farmer / pilot) grows food grains and vegetables in fields.
[3 Marks]
(a) A _______ (carpenter / tailor) makes wooden chairs, tables, and doors.
(b) A _______ (baker / cobbler) mends our torn shoes and sandals.
(c) A _______ (farmer / pilot) grows food grains and vegetables in fields.
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
(a) carpenter
(b) cobbler
(c) farmer
(a) carpenter
(b) cobbler
(c) farmer
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
carpenter
1 M
cobbler
1 M
farmer
1 M
Q7
True or False • Community Life
State True or False:
(a) We should respect and speak politely to all community helpers.
(b) Good neighbours help each other during emergencies and share happy festivals.
[2 Marks]
(a) We should respect and speak politely to all community helpers.
(b) Good neighbours help each other during emergencies and share happy festivals.
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
(a) True. Every profession deserves dignity and respect.
(b) True. Neighbours are our first help in times of need.
(a) True. Every profession deserves dignity and respect.
(b) True. Neighbours are our first help in times of need.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
(a) True
1 M
(b) True
1 M
Q8
Dignity of Labour • Respect
How should you speak when asking the milkman or security guard for something?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
We should speak with courtesy, greeting them with 'Namaste / Good morning' and saying 'Please' and 'Thank you'.
We should speak with courtesy, greeting them with 'Namaste / Good morning' and saying 'Please' and 'Thank you'.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Polite greeting and courtesy words
1 M
Q9
Emergency Helpline • Fire
What vehicle rushes to put out a burning building with sirens blaring?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
A red Fire Engine (Fire Truck) with long water hoses and ladders.
A red Fire Engine (Fire Truck) with long water hoses and ladders.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Fire engine / fire truck
1 M
Q10
Odd One Out • Helpers
Find the odd one out: [Doctor, Nurse, Stethoscope, Thief].
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
Thief is a criminal, while Doctor, Nurse, and Stethoscope belong to hospital healthcare helpers.
Thief is a criminal, while Doctor, Nurse, and Stethoscope belong to hospital healthcare helpers.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Thief identified with reason
1 M
Q11
Electrician • Home Helper
Who do you call when electric fans, tubelights, or switches stop working at home?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
We call an Electrician.
We call an Electrician.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Electrician
1 M
Q12
Gardener • Nature Care
What does a gardener (Mali) do in a park or school garden?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
A gardener plants saplings, trims grass, waters flowers, and pulls out weeds.
A gardener plants saplings, trims grass, waters flowers, and pulls out weeds.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Waters plants and trims grass
2 M
Q13
Green Grocer • Fresh Food
Where does your family buy fresh potatoes, tomatoes, and apples from?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
From the Green Grocer (vegetable and fruit seller) in the market.
From the Green Grocer (vegetable and fruit seller) in the market.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Green grocer / vegetable seller
1 M
Q14
Picture Observation • Uniforms
What color uniform does a traffic police officer typically wear?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
A traffic police officer wears a white shirt with navy blue/khaki trousers and a cap (or fluorescent safety jacket).
A traffic police officer wears a white shirt with navy blue/khaki trousers and a cap (or fluorescent safety jacket).
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
White shirt / khaki / blue trousers
1 M
Q15
Think and Share • Being a Good Neighbour
Write one thing you should NOT do to disturb your neighbours.
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
We should not play very loud music or make noisy commotions late at night.
We should not play very loud music or make noisy commotions late at night.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Avoid loud noise / disturbance
1 M
Q16
Future Career • Child's Wish
Which community helper would you like to become when you grow up, and why?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Model Answer:
I want to become a doctor to heal sick people / teacher to educate children / pilot to fly aeroplanes.
I want to become a doctor to heal sick people / teacher to educate children / pilot to fly aeroplanes.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Informed career choice with reason
1 M
🌟 NEP 2020 Competency-Based Case Study
My Neighbourhood & Helpers Civic Context Study
Every child is an important member of a vibrant neighborhood community. In 'My Neighbourhood & Helpers', learners explore how mutual support, civic awareness, and safety create a peaceful environment.
Analytical Task: How does understanding 'My Neighbourhood & Helpers' help us become caring and responsible citizens?
Evaluation & Model Answer:
It helps us appreciate the work of others, follow community rules, protect public places, and ensure the safety and happiness of everyone around us.
Rubric: 1.5 M for community understanding + 1.5 M for civic action