Lesson 7- Glimpse of India Coorg Glossary, Questions, and Answers Glossary - 1. martial - having to do with war. 2. invigorating - making o...
Lesson 7- Glimpse of India
Coorg
Glossary, Questions, and Answers
Glossary -
1. martial - having to do with war.
2. invigorating - making one feel strong and healthy.
3. canopies - roof-like coverings that form shelters.
4. tucked-covered.
5. mainstream- a tradition that most people follow.
6. tales of valour - stories of courage and bravery, usually in war.
7. langur - a type of monkey.
8. splash - to make liquid fall.
9. laidback - relax.
10. rafting - traveling in a river in a raft.
11. canoeing - travelling in a river in a large boat.
12. rappelling - going down a cliff by sliding down a rope.
13. trails - paths created by walking.
14. macaques - a type of monkey.
15. slender loris - a small animal.
16. panoramic view - a view of a wide area of land.
17. ochre - a pale brownish colour.
18. robes - garment.
Thinking about the Text -
1. Where is Coorg?
Ans - Coorg or Kodagu is located midway between Mysore and the coastal town of Mangalore in the state of Karnataka.
2. What is the story about the Kodavu people's descent?
Ans - It is believed that the Coorg people are possibly of Greek or Arabic descent, according to the story, when Alexander's army was moving south along the coast and their return became impractical, they married amongst the locals, and Coorg culture originated. Also, their dress Kuppia resembles the Kuffia worn by the Arabs, indicating their Arab descent.
3. What are some of the things you now know about
1. The people of Coorg?
Ans - The people of Coorge are supposed to be descendants of Greek and Arabs, and also supposed to be adventurous, having an excellent physique and martial arts.
2. The main crop of Coorg?
Ans - The main crop of Coorg is coffee.
3. The sports it offer to tourists?
Ans - Coorg offers several adventure sports such as river rafting, canoeing, rappelling, rock climbing, mountain biking, and trekking.
4. The animals you are likely to see in Coorg?
Ans - In the river Kaveri, one can witness fish like Mahaseer, birds like Kingfisher, and animals like squirrels, langurs, butterflies, bees, and elephants can be seen in Coorg.
5. Its the distance from Bangalore, and how to get there?
Ans - Coorg is located in the state of Karnataka, and from its capital Banglore, it is 260 km away, one can reach Coorg by road, train, or by flight from Banglore.
4. Here are six sentences with words in italics. Find phrases from the text that have the same meaning.
1. During monsoon it rains so heavily that tourists do not visit Coorg. (para 2)
2. Some people say that Alexander's army moved south along the coast and settled there. (para 3)
Ans - As one story goes.
3. The Coorg people are always ready to tell stories of their sons' and fathers' valour. (para 4)
Ans - They are more than willing to recount numerous tales of valour related to their sons and fathers.
4. Even people who normally lead an easy and slow life get smitten by the high-energy adventure sports of Coorg. ( para 6)
Ans - The most laidback individuals become converts to a life of high-energy adventure.
5. The theory of Arab origin is supported by the long coat with embroidered waist-belt they wear. (para 3)
Ans - The theory of Arab origin draws support from.
6. Macaques and Malabar squirrels observe you carefully from the tree canopy. (para 7)
Ans -Keep a watchful eye on the tree canopy.
2. Here are some nouns from the text.
culture, monks, surprise, experience, weather, tradition.
And some adjectives, are unique, terrible, unforgettable, serious, ancient, wide, and sudden.
Match the nouns with related adjectives.
Ans -
1) culture: unique culture, ancient culture.
2) monks: ancient monks, unforgettable monks.
3) experience: terrible experience, unforgettable experience, unique experience.
4) weather: terrible weather.
5) tradition: unique tradition, ancient tradition.
3. Complete the following phrases from the text. For each phrase, can you find at least one other word that would fit into the blank?
Ans -
1) tales of valour.
2) coastal towns.
3) a piece of heaven.
4) evergreen rainforests.
5) coffee plantations.
6) rope bridge.
7) wild animals.
Lesson 7, Glimpse of India
Tea from Assam
Glossary, Questions, and Answers.
Glossary -
1. ardent - great.
2. keener - very interested.
3. beverage - drink.
4. clattered - to make harsh noise.
5. veered - to turn, to change direction.
6. gravel-road -
7. pruned - cutting of plants.
8. flush - growth.
Thinking about language-
1. Look at these words: upkeep, downpour, undergo, dropout, walk-in. They are built up from a verb ( keep, pour, go, drop, walk) and an adverb or a particle ( up, down, under, out, in).
Use these words appropriately in the sentences below. You may consult a dictionary.
1. A heavy downpour has been forecast due to low pressure in the Bay of Bengal.
2. Rakesh will undergo major surgery tomorrow morning.
3. My brother is responsible for the upkeep of our family property.
4. The dropout rate for this accountancy course is very high.
5. She went to the Enterprise Company to attend a walk-in interview.
2. Now fill in the blanks in the sentences given below by combining the verb given with one of the words from the box as appropriate.
over, by, through, out, up, down
1) The Army attempted unsuccessfully to overthrow the government. ( throw)
2) Scientists are on the brink of a major breakthrough in cancer research. ( break)
3) The State Government plans to build a bypass for Bhubaneshwar to speed up traffic on the main highway. (pass)
4) Gautama's outlook on life changed when he realized that the world is full of sorrow. (look)
5) Rakesh seemed unusually downcast after the game. (cast)
3. Think of suitable -ing or -ed adjectives to answer the following questions. You may also use the words given above.
1. a good detective serial on television? interesting.
2. a debate on your favorite topic, " Homework Should Be Banned"? is exciting.
3. how do you feel when you stay indoors due to incessant rain? bored.
4. how do you feel when you open a present? excited.
5. how do you feel when you watch your favourite program on television? interested.
6. the look on your mother's face as you waited in a queue? tired.
7. how do you feel when tracking a tiger in a tiger reserve forest? thrilled.
8. the story you have recently read, or a film you have seen? boring/ interesting.
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