General Knowledge Class 2 - Transport And-Communication Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 2 - Transport And-Communication olympiad preparation
Transport and Communication
Welcome to the chapter on Transport and Communication for Class 2. In this chapter, you will learn about different ways people travel from one place to another and how we share messages and information. By the end of this chapter, you will know the main types of transport and communication and why they are important in our daily life!
Introduction
Transport helps us move people and goods from one place to another. Communication helps us share ideas, news, and feelings with others.
Types of Transport
- Land Transport: Cars, buses, trains, bicycles, scooters.
- Water Transport: Boats, ships, ferries.
- Air Transport: Aeroplanes, helicopters.
Why is Transport Important?
- Helps us go to school, work, and visit places.
- Brings food and goods to shops and homes.
- Makes travel fast and easy.
Types of Communication
- Personal Communication: Talking face-to-face, writing letters, making phone calls.
- Mass Communication: Television, radio, newspapers, internet.
Why is Communication Important?
- Helps us share news and ideas.
- Keeps us connected with family and friends.
- Helps us learn new things from around the world.
Fun Activity: Draw and Match!
Draw a picture of your favorite vehicle and a way you like to communicate (like a phone or TV). Match each to its type: land, water, air, or personal/mass communication.
Summary
- Transport moves people and goods.
- Communication shares messages and information.
- Both are important for our daily life.
Practice Questions
- Name two land transport vehicles.
- How do ships travel?
- What is mass communication?
- How do you talk to a friend who is far away?
- Why do we need transport?
Challenge Yourself
- List three ways you can communicate with your family.
- Draw and name one vehicle from each type of transport.
Did You Know?
- The first aeroplane flew in 1903!
- People used pigeons to send messages long ago.
Glossary
- Transport: Moving people or things from one place to another.
- Communication: Sharing messages or information.
- Vehicle: Something used for transport (car, bus, ship, aeroplane).
- Mass Communication: Sending messages to many people at once.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Car, bus (any two land vehicles).
- On water.
- Communication that reaches many people, like TV, radio, newspapers.
- By phone call, video call, or letter.
- To travel and carry goods.
Transport and communication make our world connected and exciting!