Glimpses Of India-Competency Based Questions

 

  1. Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow:

    “Baking was indeed a profitable profession in the old days. The baker and his family never starved. They always looked happy and prosperous. Their plump physique was an open testimony to this.”

    a. What does the extract tell us about the baking profession in Goa in the old days?

    b. Explain the significance of the baker’s plump physique.

    c. How has the profession of baking changed according to the chapter?

Short Answer Questions

  1. Why are the elders in Goa nostalgic about the bread and the bakers of their childhood?

  2. Describe the appearance and dress of the traditional Goan bakers.

  3. What role does tea play in the life of the Coorgi people?

  4. Explain how Coorg’s geographical features make it a unique and attractive tourist destination.

Long Answer Questions

  1. Discuss the importance of tradition and culture in shaping the identity of a place, using examples from “Glimpses of India.”

  2. How does the chapter “Glimpses of India” showcase the diversity of Indian culture and landscape? Give examples from all three parts of the chapter.

Competency-Based Questions

  1. Critical Thinking:

    • Compare and contrast the traditional baking methods in Goa with modern baking practices. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?

  2. Analytical Thinking:

    • Analyze the economic impact of tourism on the region of Coorg. How does tourism benefit the local community and environment?

  3. Creative Writing:

    • Imagine you are a travel blogger visiting either Coorg or Goa. Write a blog post describing your experience, highlighting the cultural and natural beauty of the place.

  4. Research-Based:

    • Investigate the current status of the tea industry in Assam. How does it contribute to the state's economy and employment?

  5. Problem-Solving:

    • Suggest ways to preserve the traditional professions, like baking in Goa, which are being overshadowed by modern techniques and global food chains.

  6. Collaboration and Communication:

    • Conduct a group discussion on how regional festivals and traditional practices can promote tourism and cultural heritage. Document the key points and present your findings.

These questions are designed to test comprehension, critical thinking, analytical skills, creativity, research ability, problem-solving, and collaboration. They cover various aspects of the chapter while encouraging deeper engagement with the text and its themes.

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