Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Topic 1: Wood for Chulha
1. Why does Durga spend hours collecting wood?
a) She enjoys being in nature
b) She has no other source of fuel
c) She wants to sell the wood
d) She likes to build fires for fun
2. What health problem does Durga face due to using wood for cooking?
a) Headache
b) Coughing from smoke
c) Weak eyesight
d) Joint pain
3. Why do people in some villages still use wood or cow dung cakes for cooking?
a) It is their tradition
b) They do not want to use modern fuels
c) They cannot afford LPG or kerosene
d) It is the only available fuel
4. What alternative fuels are available for cooking?
a) Petrol and diesel
b) LPG and kerosene
c) Solar panels and batteries
d) Wood and coal only
5. Why does burning damp wood create more smoke?
a) It has more fuel efficiency
b) It contains moisture
c) It burns faster than dry wood
d) It releases oxygen
Answers & Explanations
1. (b) She has no other source of fuel – Durga cannot afford other fuels, so she collects wood.
2. (b) Coughing from smoke – The smoke from burning wood affects her health.
3. (c) They cannot afford LPG or kerosene – Many rural families use wood because alternative fuels are costly.
4. (b) LPG and kerosene – These are commonly used alternatives to firewood.
5. (b) It contains moisture – Damp wood produces more smoke because the water content hinders proper burning.
Topic 2: A Shelter So High!
1. Why do people in high-altitude areas build houses with thick walls?
a) To keep the house warm
b) To store grains
c) To make the house look beautiful
d) To let more air in
2. What is the ground floor used for in Tashi’s house?
a) Living space for family
b) Storing goods and animals
c) Hosting guests
d) Worship area
3. What materials are commonly used for houses in Ladakh?
a) Cement and bricks
b) Stones, mud, and wood
c) Metal sheets and glass
d) Bamboo and clay
4. Why do the roofs of houses in Ladakh have flat surfaces?
a) To collect rainwater
b) To dry vegetables and grains
c) To make the house look modern
d) To provide a play area for children
5. What does “Changthang” mean in the language of the Changpa tribe?
a) A place where very few people live
b) A cold desert
c) A snow-covered peak
d) A village on the mountains
Answers & Explanations
1. (a) To keep the house warm – Thick walls insulate against the cold.
2. (b) Storing goods and animals – The ground floor is used for storage and keeping animals warm.
3. (b) Stones, mud, and wood – These materials provide insulation and durability in extreme climates.
4. (b) To dry vegetables and grains – The flat roofs are used to store and dry food for winter.
5. (a) A place where very few people live – Changthang is sparsely populated due to extreme conditions.
Topic 3: Getting Ready
1. What was Gaurav Jani’s main mode of transport for his journey?
a) A bicycle
b) A car
c) A motorcycle
d) A bus
2. Why did Gaurav pack a small tent for his journey?
a) To avoid staying in hotels
b) To experience adventure
c) Because he had no other shelter
d) To carry as little luggage as possible
3. What kind of region did he visit in Ladakh?
a) A dense forest
b) A cold desert
c) A coastal area
d) A tropical rainforest
4. What does “Jule Jule” mean, which the children in Leh called out?
a) Hello
b) Welcome
c) Goodbye
d) Thank you
5. What challenge did Gaurav face while traveling in Changthang?
a) No petrol pumps or mechanics nearby
b) Heavy rainfall and floods
c) Too many people and traffic
d) Wild animal attacks
Answers & Explanations
1. (c) A motorcycle – Gaurav Jani traveled on his motorcycle, which he called “Loner.”
2. (a) To avoid staying in hotels – He carried a tent to sleep outdoors.
3. (b) A cold desert – Ladakh is a high-altitude cold desert with little rainfall.
4. (b) Welcome – The local children greeted him with “Jule Jule,” meaning “welcome.”
5. (a) No petrol pumps or mechanics nearby – The remote location made it difficult to find vehicle assistance.
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