📘 Class 1 Social Science – Chapter 3: My Neighbourhood
Revision Notes (English)
1. What is a Neighbourhood?
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Neighbourhood is the area or place near your home.
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People live and work in the neighbourhood.
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A good neighbourhood is clean, safe, and helpful.
2. People in Our Neighbourhood
| Person | Role / How They Help |
|---|---|
| Postman | Delivers letters and parcels |
| Milkman | Brings milk |
| Sweepers | Keep streets and surroundings clean |
| Doctor / Nurse | Take care of sick people |
| Policeman | Keep people safe and help in emergencies |
| Shopkeeper | Sells fruits, vegetables, and other goods |
3. Places in Our Neighbourhood
| Place | Use |
|---|---|
| Market | Buy fruits, vegetables, and daily needs |
| Park | Play and exercise |
| Hospital | Take care of sick people |
| School | Learn reading, writing, and other things |
4. Importance of Helpers
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They make our lives easier and safe.
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Help us in emergencies and daily tasks.
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Everyone in the neighbourhood works together to keep it clean and safe.
5. Fun Facts
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Some helpers work every day (milkman, postman)
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Some helpers work only when needed (firefighters, doctors in emergencies)
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Neighbours can be friends and help each other
MCQs for Practice (5 Questions)
1️⃣ Who delivers letters in our neighbourhood?
(a) Teacher
(b) Postman
(c) Policeman
(d) Milkman
Answer: (b) Postman
2️⃣ Who brings milk to our homes?
(a) Postman
(b) Milkman
(c) Sweeper
(d) Shopkeeper
Answer: (b) Milkman
3️⃣ Who keeps streets clean?
(a) Doctor
(b) Policeman
(c) Sweepers
(d) Teacher
Answer: (c) Sweepers
4️⃣ A neighbourhood is —
(a) The place where we live
(b) A school
(c) A hospital
(d) A park
Answer: (a) The place where we live
5️⃣ Who helps us in emergencies?
(a) Firefighters, police, doctors
(b) Postman
(c) Shopkeeper
(d) Teacher
Answer: (a) Firefighters, police, doctors
✅ Quick Tip for Revision:
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Learn people and places in neighbourhood
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Remember how helpers make life easier and safe
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Observe your own neighbourhood for easy recall