Chapter 6:
I Am a Mobile Phone
In this chapter, the mobile phone speaks about its uses, importance, and how it helps people in their daily lives. It's written in a fun and engaging way for children to understand the role of technology.
Textbook Question Answers
(a) Who is the speaker in the lesson?
Answer: A mobile phone is the speaker in the lesson.
(b) What can a mobile phone do?
Answer: A mobile phone can make calls, send messages, play music, take photos, and access the internet.
(c) What should we not do while charging the mobile phone?
Answer: We should not use the mobile phone while charging.
(d) Why should we not use mobile phones for long hours?
Answer: Using mobile phones for long hours can harm our eyes and health.
(e) What is the message of the lesson?
Answer: The lesson teaches us to use mobile phones wisely and not for too long.
Additional Question Answers
(1) Why is a mobile phone called a smart device?
Answer: A mobile phone is called a smart device because it can do many things like a computer — calling, messaging, internet, taking pictures, and more.
(2) Name two uses of a mobile phone.
Answer: We can make video calls and play games on a mobile phone.
(3) How should children use mobile phones?
Answer: Children should use mobile phones only for learning or talking to family, and not for long hours.
(4) What happens if we use phones all the time?
Answer: It can hurt our eyes, reduce concentration, and make us lazy.
(5) What advice does the mobile phone give?
Answer: The mobile phone advises us to use it only when needed and not to overuse it.
