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A Shelter so High class 5 EVS chapter 12 question answer

Match the following

COLUMN 1	COLUMN 2
1. Leh	a. Kashmiri boat ride
2. Shikara	b. Cold desert
3. Changpas	c. Kashmiri tribe
4. Rebo	d. A lake in Kashmir
5. Dal Lake	e. Shelter for goats and sheeps

Answers

1. b)
2. a)
3. c)
4. e)
5. d)

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Choose the right option:

1. Gaurav Jani and his motorcycle, Loner, wait for a chance to get away from the busy city of___________(Mumbai/Leh)..
2. Gaurav Jani packed a small_________(tent/basket), sleeping bag, plastic sheet, warm clothes, and food that would remain fresh for some days.
3. Gaurav Jani travelled from Mumbai to Delhi, covering a distance of 1400 kilometres in _________(three/four) days.
4. Gaurav Jani was excited to see wooden houses, houses with sloping roofs, and houses covered with ___________(snow/sleet) in the mountains.
5. Gaurav Jani and Loner had to travel through the difficult roads of Jammu and Kashmir to reach ___________(Leh/Mumbai) in Ladakh.

Answers

1. Mumbai
2. Tent
3. Three
4. Snow
5. Leh

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Unscramble the words

1. ESTN
2. MLEHI
3. BTOASO
4. NIMALA
5. SAKLF

Answers

1. NEST
2. MILEH
3. TABOOS
4. ANIMAL
5. FLASK

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Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. Which state did Gaurav Jani pass through while traveling from Mumbai to Delhi?
a) Maharashtra
b) Gujarat
c) Rajasthan
d) All of the above

Question 2. What is the traditional tent used by the Changpa tribe called?
a) Rebo
b) Loner
c) Donga
d) Dab

Question 3. What is the special wool obtained from the goats in Changthang called?
a) Pashmina wool
b) Cashmere wool
c) Angora wool
d) Merino wool

Question 4. In which city did Gaurav Jani see houses on water and houseboats?
a) Delhi
b) Srinagar
c) Leh
d) Mumbai

Question 5. What is the name of the design found on the ceiling of houseboats and some big houses in Srinagar?

a) Khatamband
b) Mehraab
c) Dab
d) Lekha

Answer

1. d)
2. a)
3. a)
4. b)
5. a)

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Answer the following questions

Question 1. What challenges did Gaurav Jani face while traveling from Mumbai to Leh?

Answer

Gaurav Jani faced challenges such as difficult roads, lack of petrol pumps and mechanics, and extreme weather conditions.

Question 2. Why did Gaurav Jani say that the Changpa tribe considers their goats their only treasure?

Answer

The Changpa tribe considers their goats their only treasure because they rely on them for milk, meat, skin for tents, and wool for various purposes, including making the famous pashmina wool.

Question 3. How is pashmina wool made, and why is it difficult to weave on machines?

Answer

Pashmina wool is made from the fine hair shed by goats that live at high altitudes. It is difficult to weave on machines because the hair is very thin and delicate, requiring skilled hand weaving.

Question 4. How do the Changpas set up their tents, and what materials are used to construct them?

Answer

The Changpas set up their tents, called Rebo, by weaving strips of yak hair and stitching them together. The tent is held up by two wooden poles and is placed on a dug-out ground.

Question 5. Why do the Changpas live in tents on high mountains despite the harsh weather conditions?

Answer

The Changpas live in tents on high mountains because it allows their goats to graze in colder areas, where the goats’ hair grows softer and longer, providing them with valuable wool. This wool is their livelihood.

Question 6. How do the people of Srinagar use different types of houses and boats?

Answer

The people of Srinagar use houseboats for tourists to stay in, live in houses on mountains and water, and reside in dongas, which are boats used as houses. Each type serves different purposes and offers unique experiences.

Question 7. What is the significance of the design called “khatamband” found in the ceiling of houseboats and some big houses in Srinagar?

Answer

The design called “khatamband” is a pattern resembling a jigsaw puzzle. It showcases beautiful wood carving and adds artistic beauty to the ceilings of houseboats and some big houses in Srinagar.

Question 8. How do the houses in Kashmir’s villages differ from those in Srinagar?

Answer

In Kashmir’s villages, houses are made from stones stacked on top of each other and coated with mud. Wood is also used, and the houses have sloping roofs. This differs from the houses in Srinagar.

Question 9. What is the purpose of the “dab,” a special type of window found in some old houses in Srinagar?

Answer

The “dab” is a special type of window that comes out of the wall. It has beautiful wood patterns and provides a cozy place to sit and enjoy the view from inside the house.

Question 10. How did Gaurav Jani’s perception of houses and lifestyles change during his journey?

Answer

Gaurav Jani’s perception of houses and lifestyles changed as he encountered different types of houses, construction materials, and unique ways of living across the regions he travelled. He gained a deeper appreciation for the diversity of housing and lifestyles in different parts of India.