Question

Prepare a list of the harsh sounds heard near your house. Write about those sounds which produce noise pollution.

Answer 1

Harsh sound heard near the house	How it causes noise pollution
Vehicle horns	Continuous honking produces loud and disturbing noise.
Loudspeakers	Music and announcements played at high volume disturb people.
Construction work	Drilling, hammering and cutting machines produce harsh sounds.
Firecrackers	They produce sudden and very loud sounds.
Generators and machines	Their continuous operation creates unwanted noise.
Shouting and loud conversations	Loud voices disturb the surrounding environment.
Barking of dogs	Continuous barking, especially at night, can cause disturbance.

These loud and unwanted sounds cause noise pollution. They can disturb sleep, study and concentration and may also cause irritation, headache and discomfort.