Building Our Homes
Learn about the process of constructing a building, from the foundation to the roof, and the different materials and people involved in creating a safe home.
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Learn about the process of constructing a building, from the foundation to the roof, and the different materials and people involved in creating a safe home.
Key Questions
- Explain the roles of an architect, a mason, and an electrician in building a house.
- Compare the materials used to build a 'kutcha' house with those for a 'pucca' house.
- Analyse why buildings in earthquake-prone areas need special designs.
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