09 Different Lands, Different Lives- Textbook Worksheet

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Q1: What is the main characteristic of the land in Amritsar?
(a) It is very dry
(b) It is mountainous
(c) It is flat and fertile, ideal for farming
(d) It has sandy beaches

Q2: Which plant is commonly found in the desert of Rajasthan?
(a) Pine
(b) Cactus
(c) Oak
(d) Apple

Q3: What is the traditional food of Sikkim?
(a) Dal-bati-churma
(b) Pakhala
(c) Thukpa
(d) Makki di roti

Q4: Which of the following is used for transporting goods in the mountains of Sikkim?
(a) Horses
(b) Yaks
(c) Camels
(d) Elephants

Q5: What is a ‘langar’ in Amritsar?
(a) A type of dish
(b) A free community kitchen
(c) A traditional dance
(d) A religious symbol

Fill in the Blanks

Q1: ________ is a popular food item made from corn flour and enjoyed in Amritsar.
Q2: ________ is a traditional skirt worn by women in Rajasthan.
Q3: The ________ festival in Odisha involves pulling chariots with statues of deities.
Q4: The ________ is a conch shell used during prayers in Odisha.
Q5: In Sikkim, the ________ festival marks the Sikkimese New Year.

Match the Following

Short Question Answers

Q1: What are the main crops grown in Amritsar?
Q2: What is the significance of camels in Rajasthan?
Q3: What is the importance of the Rath Yatra festival in Odisha?
Q4: What is a unique feature of the houses in Sikkim?
Q5: How do people in Amritsar show gratitude for food?

Vocabulary Activity – “Guess the Word”

Q1: A large, flat area ideal for farming, found in Amritsar.
Q2: A large community kitchen service in the Golden Temple.
Q3: A type of animal commonly used for travel in the desert.
Q4: A religious festival in Odisha where people pull chariots with deities.
Q5: A conch shell used during prayers in temples and homes.