Worksheet: Journey To The End of The Earth | English Class 12 PDF Download

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Q1: Antarctica is one of the __________, __________, and __________ continents in the world.

Q2: The expedition group the author traveled with is named __________.

Q3: Antarctica and India were part of the same supercontinent called __________.

Q4: The author found immense relief in Antarctica's uninterrupted __________ horizon.

Q5: "Students on Ice" aims to sensitize young minds about __________ changes happening in the world.

Q6: Antarctica constitutes __________ percent of the world’s ice.

Q7: The author, being a sun-worshipping person, found it unimaginable to be in a place with __________ temperatures.

Q8: Antarctica is interrupted only by occasional __________.

Q9: Antarctica provides evidence of the __________ and helps foresee the __________.

Q10: The founder of "Students on Ice" believes that young minds are the future __________ who can tackle climate change.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What is the goal of the "Students on Ice" organization?

Q2: Describe the climate of Antarctica.

Q3: What did Antarctica look like in the past?

Q4: What does the author find shocking about Antarctica?

Q5: What kind of evidence does Antarctica hold?

Q6: What is the main concern highlighted by Antarctica's condition?

Q7: How does Antarctica's landscape appear as far as the eyes can see?

Q8: What was Antarctica's connection to India in the distant past?

Q9: What interrupts the quietness of Antarctica?

Q10: What is the significance of visiting Antarctica in the context of global warming?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the purpose of "Students on Ice" and why it's important.

Q2: Describe the climate and geographical characteristics of Antarctica.

Q3: How does the author feel about visiting Antarctica, and why?

Q4: What evidence does Antarctica provide about the past and the future?

Q5: Explain the relationship between Antarctica and Gondwana.

Q6: Discuss the impact of global warming as portrayed in the text.

Q7: What is the significance of Antarctica's quietness?

Q8: What does the author's visit to Antarctica make us ponder about the future?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the journey of the author and the expedition group to Antarctica, including the challenges and experiences they faced.

Q2: Elaborate on the role of Antarctica as a crucial barometer for climate change and its implications for humanity. 

Q3: Analyze the importance of understanding Antarctica's history and its relationship with India and other continents in the context of global geography. 

Q4: Reflect on the potential consequences of global warming on Antarctica and the broader impact on our planet.

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