Q. What are the three parts of Glimpses of India?
Ans. The three parts are A Baker from Goa, Coorg and Tea from Assam.
Q. Why was the baker important in Goan villages?
Ans. The baker supplied bread for daily meals and special occasions such as weddings and festivals.
Q. What was a traditional baker called in Goa?
Ans. A traditional baker was called a pader.
Q. What were the sounds associated with the baker's arrival?
Ans. The jingling sound of the bamboo staff announced the baker's arrival.
Q. What was the kabai?
Ans. The kabai was a traditional dress worn by Goan bakers, consisting of a long frock reaching down to the knees.
Q. Why were bread-bangles popular among children?
Ans. Children loved bread-bangles because they were tasty and specially made for them.
Q. Where is Coorg located?
Ans. Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is located in Karnataka between Mysore and the coastal town of Mangalore.
Q. What is the best time to visit Coorg?
Ans. The best time to visit Coorg is from September to March.
Q. What is Coorg famous for?
Ans. Coorg is famous for its evergreen forests, coffee plantations, spices, natural beauty and adventurous activities.
Q. What is the origin of the people of Coorg according to the chapter?
Ans. The chapter mentions theories that they may be of Greek or Arab descent, though their origin is uncertain.
Q. What is the traditional dress of the Coorgi people?
Ans. The men traditionally wear a long black coat called a kuppia, which is similar to the Arab and Kurds' kuppiya.
Q. Which river obtains its water from the hills and forests of Coorg?
Ans. The river Kaveri obtains its water from the hills and forests of Coorg.
Q. What adventure activities can visitors enjoy in Coorg?
Ans. Visitors can enjoy river rafting, canoeing, rappelling, rock climbing, mountain biking and trekking.
Q. Where is Assam situated?
Ans. Assam is a state in north-eastern India.
Q. Who were the two boys travelling to Assam?
Ans. The two boys were Rajvir and Pranjol.
Q. Why was Rajvir excited during the train journey?
Ans. Rajvir was excited to see the beautiful scenery and the extensive tea gardens of Assam.
Q. What did Rajvir tell Pranjol about tea?
Ans. Rajvir shared stories and legends about the discovery of tea and explained that tea has a long history.
Q. According to the Chinese legend, how was tea discovered?
Ans. According to the legend, tea leaves accidentally fell into boiling water prepared for a Chinese emperor, producing a pleasant flavour.
Q. What is the Indian legend about the discovery of tea?
Ans. According to the legend, a Buddhist monk named Bodhidharma cut off his eyelids to avoid sleep, and tea plants grew where they fell.
Q. What is the main message of Glimpses of India?
Ans. The chapter celebrates India's cultural diversity, traditions, natural beauty, food and agricultural heritage.