Chapter 4 of 12
Chapter 4: School Days & Learning Together
Classroom Etiquette, Library, Sports Field & Respecting Teachers | CBSE Session 2026–27
Core Pedagogical Competencies & Concepts
- Importance of School in Life
- Places in a School (Classroom, Library, Science Lab, Playground, Staff Room)
- School Rules and Discipline
- Friendship, Co-operation, and Team Spirit
All Textbook Exercises & In-Text Tasks (15 Questions)
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Q1
Think and Tell
What is a 'School'? Why is going to school essential for every child?
[3 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
A school is a temple of learning. Going to school is essential because it teaches us how to read, write, do mathematics, develop good habits, play sports, and become knowledgeable and compassionate citizens.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Temple of learning
1
Academic knowledge (reading, writing, maths)
1
Character building and citizenship
1
Q2
Places in School
Name four important places in a school building and their purposes.
[4 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
1. Classroom: Where students sit and study lessons with teachers.
2. Library: A quiet place to read storybooks and reference books.
3. Playground: For outdoor games, sports, and PT exercises.
4. Principal's Office: Where the head of the school manages administration.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
1 mark per place with correct purpose
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Q3
Head of the School
Who is the head of a school, and what is their role?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
The 'Principal' (or Headmaster/Headmistress) is the head of the school. They supervise teachers, maintain discipline, and ensure overall school excellence.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Principal / Headmaster
1
Supervises and manages school
1
Q4
Classroom Rules
State three rules that students should follow in the classroom.
[3 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
1. Reach school and enter class on time.
2. Raise your hand before asking or answering questions.
3. Keep the classroom clean and never scribble on desks or walls.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Punctuality
1
Raising hand
1
Cleanliness and no defacing property
1
Q5
Morning Assembly
What happens during the school morning assembly?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
All students and teachers gather together to sing morning prayers, recite the National Anthem, pledge allegiance to the nation, listen to thought for the day, and do light physical exercises.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Prayer and National Anthem
1
Thought of day and physical exercises
1
Q6
Library Etiquette
Why must strict silence be maintained inside a school library?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Silence is necessary so that students can concentrate, read peacefully without distractions, and not disturb fellow readers.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Concentration and peaceful reading
1
No distraction to others
1
Q7
Care of School Property
Why should we not damage school desks, benches, or library books?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
School property belongs to everyone. Damaging desks or tearing book pages deprives other students of study materials and shows disrespect.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Common property / Respect for study materials
2
Q8
Match the Following
Match the school area with its activity:
(a) Science Lab -> (i) Eating tiffin and running games
(b) Playground -> (ii) Practical scientific experiments
(c) Art Room -> (iii) First aid when sick or injured
(d) Medical Room -> (iv) Painting and craft work
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
(a) Science Lab -> (ii) Practical scientific experiments
(b) Playground -> (i) Eating tiffin and running games
(c) Art Room -> (iv) Painting and craft work
(d) Medical Room -> (iii) First aid when sick or injured.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
All 4 correct matches
2
Q9
True or False
State True or False:
(a) We should push our classmates while running in school corridors.
(b) Sharing our lunch tiffin with a friend who forgot theirs is a sign of kindness.
(c) We should greet our teachers with 'Good morning' or 'Namaste'.
[3 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
(a) False (Never run or push in corridors; walk in a line)
(b) True
(c) True.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
1 mark per correct statement
3
Q10
Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks:
(a) We should throw fruit peels and paper scraps into the ________ (dustbin / bag).
(b) The special clothes worn by all students in school are called ________ (uniform / costume).
(c) We stand in attention while singing the ________ (National Anthem / nursery rhyme).
[3 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
(a) dustbin
(b) uniform
(c) National Anthem.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
1 mark per correct blank
3
Q11
Recess (Lunch Break)
What should you do before opening your tiffin box during recess?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water to wash away chalk dust and germs before eating.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Wash hands with soap and water
2
Q12
Teamwork in Sports
What does playing team games like football or cricket teach us?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Team games teach us cooperation, mutual trust, coordination, following rules, and putting team success ahead of individual ego.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Cooperation, coordination, and following rules
2
Q13
Lost and Found
What should you do if you find an unclaimed water bottle or pencil box in school?
[1 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Take it immediately to your class teacher or hand it over to the school 'Lost and Found' counter.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Hand over to teacher / Lost and Found
1
Q14
Respecting School Staff
Who else works in a school besides teachers, and how should we treat them?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Bhaiyajis, didis (peons/sweepers), security guards, and bus drivers work in school. We should treat them with equal respect, say thank you, and never litter.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Sanitation staff, guards, drivers treated with respect
2
Q15
Bullying Prevention
Why is teasing or bullying other children wrong?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Bullying hurts others emotionally and physically, makes school fearful, and is strictly against school discipline. We should be kind and include everyone in our games.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Hurts others and destroys safety; be kind
2
🌟 NEP 2020 Competency-Based Case Study
Practical Application Task
Analytical Task: What noble value did Varun demonstrate, and why is 'sportsmanship' more important than winning?
Evaluation & Model Answer:
Varun demonstrated true 'sportsmanship', empathy, and genuine teamwork. Sportsmanship is more important than merely winning because sports teach us fairness, kindness, helping a fallen friend, and treating victory and defeat with a graceful smile.
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