What was Rajvir's reaction upon seeing the tea gardens of Assam during his journey?

Rajvir was amazed by the endless tea gardens, but Pranjol didn't react since he was used to them.

Fill in the blank: Tea was first consumed in ___ around 2700 B.C. and reached Europe in the ___ century.

China; sixteenth

True or False: One legend about the discovery of tea involves a Chinese emperor accidentally creating tea by dropping leaves into boiling water.

True

What legends did Rajvir share about the origins of tea during the train journey?

One about a Chinese emperor who discovered tea accidentally another about Bodhidharma, a Buddhist ascetic.

What is the significance of the second-flush season in tea cultivation?

The second-flush season, which lasts from May to July, is significant because it yields the best quality tea.

Fill in the blank: Rajvir expresses his enthusiasm to learn more about ___ and the workings of the tea estate.

Tea cultivation

True or False: Rajvir's knowledge about tea impresses Pranjol's mother.

False. Rajvir's knowledge impresses Pranjol's father.

What does Rajvir observe about the tea pickers at the Dhekiabari Tea Estate?

Rajvir observes that the tea pickers are wearing plastic aprons and carrying bamboo baskets.

The theme of cultural exchange is illustrated through discussions about tea's ___ and ___ from different cultures.

History and legends

Fill in the blank: Exploring different cultures can lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of ___.

World 

What does the term 'ascetic' refer to in the context of lifestyle choices?

An ascetic is a person who practices severe self-discipline and abstention from various pleasures.

The word 'billowing' describes something that is ___ and ___.

Expanding or swelling outward and often moving in a wave-like manner.

True or False: The term 'pruned' means to let plants grow wild without any intervention.

False. 'Pruned' means to trim away dead or overgrown branches or stems to encourage healthy growth.

Fill in the blank: A tractor is primarily used for ___ on farms.

Hauling equipment.

What is the significance of the word 'yields' in agricultural contexts?

Amount of crops or products that are produced by a particular area of land or farming practice.