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Flashcards: Snake Charmers 30 Flashcards 
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What traditional skill is passed down through families in the Kalbeliya community? |
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Playing the been |
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Aryanath's grandfather, Roshan Nathji, is known for his ability to handle and catch ___? |
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Dangerous snakes |
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True or False: The Kalbeliyas primarily rely on snake charming for their livelihood and also provide medicinal help to people. |
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True |
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Fill in the blank: Aryanath's family travels from village to village with snakes in ___ baskets. |
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Bamboo  |
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Kalbeliyas are known for their expertise in playing the ___ and their extensive knowledge about ___? |
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Been; snakes |
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True or False: Kalbeliyas have historically viewed snakes as pests and sought to kill them for their skins. |
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False; Kalbeliyas see snakes as valuable treasures. |
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Fill in the blank: The Kalbelia dance mimics the movements of ___ and is an important part of their culture. |
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Snakes |
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What is a significant cultural practice of the Kalbeliyas when a daughter gets married? |
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They often give a snake as a gift. |
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What role do snakes play in controlling pest populations? |
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Snakes help keep pests like rats and mice away from human habitats, contributing to pest control.  |
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Fill in the blank: In our country, only four types of snakes are ___: the Cobra, Common Krait, Russell's Viper, and Saw-scaled Viper. |
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Poisonous |
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True or False: Snakes can be helpful by eating other snakes, including poisonous ones. |
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True  |
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I have two hollow teeth through which I inject poison. What am I? |
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A snake |
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True or False: The medication available for snake bites is synthesized chemically and not derived from snake poison. |
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False: The medication is made from snake poison.  |
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Fill in the blank: Snake bite medication can be found at all ___ hospitals. |
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Public |
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What is the primary purpose of the medication derived from snake poison? |
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To treat people who have been bitten by snakes. |
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