Worksheet: Silk Road | English Class 11 PDF Download

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Q1: The narrator and Tsetan took a short cut to get off the Changtang. This route would take them _______________, almost directly towards Mount Kailash.

Q2: The narrator and Tsetan saw a few gazelles and a great herd of ______________ on the vast plains.

Q3: The huge black dogs guarding the nomads' tents were ______________ mastiffs.

Q4: The narrator and Tsetan reached a pass at ______________ meters above sea level.

Q5: The lower atmospheric pressure at high altitudes could cause the fuel to ______________.

Q6: After reaching the pass, the narrator's headache cleared, and they stopped for ______________.

Q7: They were back on the main east-west highway, which followed the old trade route from ______________ to Kashmir.

Q8: Tsetan got the punctured tires ______________ in Hor.

Q9: The narrator found Hor to be a grim, miserable place with ______________ vegetation.

Q10: Norbu, a Tibetan working in Beijing, came to do the Kora but found it hard due to his ______________ tummy.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: The narrator and Tsetan passed the dark tents of the nomads in lonely places.
Reason: The nomads' tents were located in crowded areas.
(a) True, and the reason is correct.
(b) True, but the reason is incorrect.
(c) False, and the reason is correct.
(d) False, and the reason is incorrect.

Q2: Assertion: Tsetan advised against smoking after reaching the pass at high altitude.
Reason: Smoking could cause headaches at lower atmospheric pressure.
(a) True, and the reason is correct.
(b) True, but the reason is incorrect.
(c) False, and the reason is correct.
(d) False, and the reason is incorrect.

Q3: Assertion: The narrator's nostril was blocked during his stay in Darchen.
Reason: Altitude-related issues can lead to blocked nostrils.
(a) True, and the reason is correct.
(b) True, but the reason is incorrect.
(c) False, and the reason is correct.
(d) False, and the reason is incorrect.

Q4: Assertion: Norbu hired yaks to carry their luggage on the trek.
Reason: Norbu's intention was to prostrate himself all around the mountain.
(a) True, and the reason is correct.
(b) True, but the reason is incorrect.
(c) False, and the reason is correct.
(d) False, and the reason is incorrect.

Q5: Assertion: Darchen had many cafes and stores selling a variety of items.
Reason: Darchen was a bustling town with a thriving economy.
(a) True, and the reason is correct.
(b) True, but the reason is incorrect.
(c) False, and the reason is correct.
(d) False, and the reason is incorrect.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What was the narrator's altitude when they reached the top of the pass?

Q2: Why did Tsetan advise against smoking at high altitudes?

Q3: Where did Daniel get a ride to?

Q4: What did the narrator's headache clear up after reaching the pass?

Q5: What did the doctor prescribe to the narrator at Darchen medical college?

Q6: What was Norbu's profession?

Q7: Why did Norbu find it difficult to perform the Kora?

Q8: What did the narrator and Norbu hire to carry their luggage on the trek?

Q9: Why did the narrator stay awake all night after reaching Darchen?

Q10: What did the women in Darchen do in the narrow brook near the guest house?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Describe the landscape and wildlife the narrator and Tsetan encountered on their journey.

Q2: Explain why the narrator's head began to throb as they gained altitude, and how he dealt with it.

Q3: What was the significance of the pass they reached, and why was it important not to smoke there?

Q4: What were the limited amenities and services available in Darchen?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Describe the challenges and sensations experienced by the narrator and Tsetan as they crossed the high mountain passes. Include details about the landscape, altitude-related issues, and Tsetan's driving precautions.

Q2: Discuss the significance of the altitudes and atmospheric conditions in the story. How did they impact the characters, and what precautions were taken to mitigate their effects?

Q3: Explain the narrator's physical and emotional journey in Darchen, from his initial discomfort to his recovery. How did the medical treatment and sleep help him regain his health?

Q4: Analyze the character of Norbu and his role in the story. How does his physical condition contrast with his desire to perform the Kora, and how does this reflect the theme of personal determination in the face of challenges?

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