12. Means Of Transport – 1 Worksheet Solutions

Write in the boxes.                                                     (L for land transport, W for water transport, and A for air transport)

Multiple Choice Questions(Choose the correct option)

(i) The fastest means of transport is.
(a) car
(b) airplane
(c) boat
(d) air
Ans: (b) airplane
Explanation: Airplanes are the fastest mode of transport compared to cars and boats, allowing for quick travel over long distances.

(ii) Trains travels on.
(a) tracks
(b) water
(c) road
(d) bike

Ans: (a) tracks

Explanation: Trains run on tracks, which are specially designed paths made of metal rails that guide the train safely.


(iii) School buses are painted in which color
(a) green
(b) red
(c) yellow
(d) black
Ans: (c) yellow
Explanation: School buses are typically painted yellow to ensure they are easily visible to other drivers, promoting safety for children.

(iv) An airplane is flown by 
(a) pilot
(b) commander
(c) brigadier
(d) Chief
Ans: (a) pilot
Explanation: A pilot is the trained professional responsible for operating and navigating the airplane during flight.

(v) The following transport are run by animals.
(a) Ship
(b) Tongas
(c) Bullock cart
(d) Both (b) & (c)

Ans: (d) Both (b) & (c)
Explanation: Both Tongas (horse-drawn carts) and Bullock carts are traditional modes of transport that rely on animals for movement.

Crossword Puzzle

(Fill in the boxes using the clues given below to complete the crossword.)

True or False

(Write T for true and F for false statements.)

(i) Train can run on road. 
Ans: False
Explanation: Trains cannot run on roads; they are specifically designed to travel on tracks.

(ii) Means of transport can be grouped into land, air and water.
Ans: True

Explanation: Modes of transport are categorized based on their operating environments: land (cars, bicycles), air (airplanes), and water (ships, boats).

(iii) Airplane is an expensive transport.
Ans: True
Explanation: Air travel is generally more expensive than other forms of transport due to operating costs and ticket prices.

(iv) Bicycle cause air pollution. 
Ans: False

Explanation: Bicycles are environmentally friendly and do not produce emissions, making them a pollution-free mode of transport.

(v) Tonga is pulled by horse.
Ans: True

Explanation: A Tonga is a type of horse-drawn carriage commonly used in some regions.

Identify (Identify the means of transport from the clues and images given).
(i) It travels on land and It has four wheels.
Ans: It is a car/bus/truck.

Explanation: These vehicles are designed for land travel and typically have four wheels for stability and mobility.

(ii) It carries many people and it is much bigger.
Ans: It is a train.
Explanation: Trains are large vehicles designed to transport many passengers at once across longer distances

  iii) It is used for sea transport and travels.
Ans: It is a ship.                          Explanation: Ships are large vessels specifically built for traveling on water and transporting goods or people.

(iv) It has two wheels and it is very light.
Ans: It is a bicycle.

Explanation: Bicycles are lightweight vehicles with two wheels, ideal for short-distance travel and exercise.

(v) It is used for travel by air for long distances.
Ans: It is an airplane.

Explanation: Airplanes are designed for long-distance travel through the air, connecting various locations quickly