Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Topic 1: New Home
1. Why did Gaurav Jani carry a tent with him?
a) To use as a shop
b) To protect himself from the cold night air
c) To sleep in luxury
d) To entertain tourists
2. What woke Gaurav up in the mornings?
a) The sound of traffic
b) The alarm clock on his phone
c) The breeze and the sound of birds
d) Loud music from nearby villages
3. Why did Gaurav name his motorcycle “Loner”?
a) It always traveled alone
b) It was a brand name
c) It was a lucky charm
d) It was a gift from a friend
4. What was the most important thing for Gaurav’s journey?
a) Carrying extra clothes
b) Finding luxurious hotels
c) Carrying enough fuel and food
d) Buying new gadgets
5. What did Gaurav realize about traveling long distances alone?
a) It was very boring
b) He needed to plan everything carefully
c) He could always find hotels on the way
d) It was easier than he thought
Answers & Explanations
1. (b) To protect himself from the cold night air – The tent helped him stay warm in freezing temperatures.
2. (c) The breeze and the sound of birds – Nature woke him up every morning.
3. (a) It always traveled alone – His motorcycle “Loner” was his sole companion on the journey.
4. (c) Carrying enough fuel and food – Since he was traveling through remote areas, he needed essentials.
5. (b) He needed to plan everything carefully – Solo travel requires careful preparation.
Topic 2: Cold Desert
1. What is a cold desert?
a) A desert with extreme heat
b) A place covered with forests
c) A dry region with very little rainfall and cold temperatures
d) A frozen sea
2. Which place did Gaurav Jani visit that was a cold desert?
a) Rajasthan
b) Ladakh
c) Kerala
d) Gujarat
3. Why does Ladakh receive very little rainfall?
a) It is near the sea
b) The high mountains block rain clouds
c) The rivers dry up before reaching Ladakh
d) The area is covered with thick forests
4. What does “Jule, Jule” mean in Ladakh?
a) Goodbye
b) Thank you
c) Welcome
d) See you soon
5. Why do houses in Leh have thick walls?
a) To protect them from wild animals
b) To keep the house cool
c) To keep the house warm in cold temperatures
d) To store extra food
Answers & Explanations
1. (c) A dry region with very little rainfall and cold temperatures – A cold desert has extreme winters and low precipitation.
2. (b) Ladakh – Ladakh is one of India’s cold deserts.
3. (b) The high mountains block rain clouds – Ladakh lies in the rain shadow region.
4. (c) Welcome – “Jule, Jule” is a friendly greeting in Ladakh.
5. (c) To keep the house warm in cold temperatures – Thick walls insulate homes against the cold.
Topic 3: At Home with Tashi
1. What material was used to build Tashi’s house?
a) Cement and bricks
b) Mud, lime, and stones
c) Bamboo and clay
d) Steel and concrete
2. Why do the roofs in Ladakhi houses have flat surfaces?
a) To collect rainwater
b) To store and dry vegetables, grains, and cow dung cakes
c) To make the house look modern
d) To prevent birds from sitting on them
3. Why does Tashi’s family move to the ground floor during winter?
a) Because it is warmer and protects them from the cold
b) Because the roof leaks in winter
c) Because the first floor is too small
d) Because the animals live on the upper floor
4. What did Tashi show Gaurav from the roof of his house?
a) A view of snow-covered mountains
b) A market full of people
c) A dense green forest
d) A river flowing nearby
5. What is the purpose of drying vegetables and fruits in Ladakh?
a) To sell them in the market
b) To make them tastier
c) To store them for winter when fresh produce is not available
d) To use them as decorations
Answers & Explanations
1. (b) Mud, lime, and stones – Traditional Ladakhi houses are built with local materials to insulate against cold.
2. (b) To store and dry vegetables, grains, and cow dung cakes – This practice helps people survive the harsh winters.
3. (a) Because it is warmer and protects them from the cold – The ground floor provides warmth in extreme winters.
4. (a) A view of snow-covered mountains – Ladakh has a scenic landscape with high mountains.
5. (c) To store them for winter when fresh produce is not available – The harsh climate makes storing food essential.
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