How did they get water? Did they use water in the same way as you do?
Elders got water from wells, rivers, ponds, or community taps.
They walked long distances to fetch water in pots and containers.
They used water more carefully and sparingly compared to today, as water was not easily available through taps in every home.
Explanation
The chapter encourages children to ask elders about how they obtained and used water. Many years ago, there were no pipes or taps anywhere, so people learned to make containers to store water and used it carefully.
Solution Steps
Elders obtained water from natural sources like wells, rivers, ponds, or community taps
People walked long distances carrying pots and containers to fetch water
Water was used more carefully and sparingly as it was not easily available through taps in every home