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Class 4 The Western Desert – The Thar
What are the two types of deserts?
- Dry and barren
- Hot and cold *
- Sandy and rocky
- Wet and arid
Which desert is known as the Great Indian Desert or Thar Desert?
- Sahara Desert
- Arabian Desert
- Thar Desert *
- Gobi Desert
Where is the Thar Desert located?
- Southwestern part of India
- Northern part of India *
- Eastern part of India
- Southern part of India
How long is the Thar Desert?
- 500 km
- 800 km *
- 1000 km
- 1500 km
Which desert is the largest hot desert in the world?
- Thar Desert
- Arabian Desert
- Mojave Desert
- Sahara Desert *
What causes the sand dunes in the Thar Desert to constantly change their shapes and sizes?
- Earthquakes
- Rainfall
- Strong winds
- Volcanic activity
Answer: c) Strong winds
What is an oasis in the context of a desert?
- A large rocky hill
- A dry riverbed
- An underground cave
- A place where underground water comes to the surface
Answer: d) A place where underground water comes to the surface
Why is soil erosion a common problem in the Thar Desert?
- Excessive rainfall
- Lack of vegetation
- Volcanic activity
- Strong earthquakes
Answer: b) Lack of vegetation
Which types of trees are commonly found in the Thar Desert?
- Pine and oak trees
- Maple and cedar trees
- Cactus and Kikar trees
- Bamboo and willow trees
Answer: c) Cactus and Kikar trees
What kind of vegetation is typically found in the desert region?
- Dense forests
- Grasslands
- Scattered bushes and thorny shrubs
- Flowering meadows
Answer: c) Scattered bushes and thorny shrubs
Which animals are found in the Thar Desert?
- Lions and tigers
- Elephants and giraffes
- Great Indian Bustard and blackbuck
- Penguins and polar bears
Answer: c) Great Indian Bustard and blackbuck
Why is the population density low in the Thar Desert?
- Lack of natural resources
- Harsh living conditions
- Limited availability of water
- All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
What is a traditional occupation practiced by desert people for generations?
- Livestock trading
- Fishing
- Agriculture
- Mining
Answer: a) Livestock trading
What is the term used to describe the nomadic traders in the desert?
- Bedouins
- Gypsies
- Sherpas
- Tribesmen
Answer: b) Gypsies
What is the main occupation of people in areas with water availability in the desert?
- Livestock rearing
- Mining
- Agriculture
- Textile production
Answer: c) Agriculture
Which crops are commonly grown by farmers in the desert region?
- Rice and corn
- Barley and oats
- Bajra, Jowar, wheat, and mustard
- Cotton and sugarcane
Answer: c) Bajra, Jowar, wheat, and mustard
What are some popular products made in Rajasthan that are known for their craftsmanship?
- Handicrafts and jewellery
- Pottery and ceramics
- Carpets and rugs
- Leather goods and textiles
Answer: a) Handicrafts and jewellery
