SOMETHING TO KNOW
A. Tick (✔) the correct option:
1. Vinayak Chaturthi is dedicated to the birth of Lord-
(a) Krishna
(b) Ram
(c) Ganesh (✔)
Answer – (c) Ganesh (✔)
2. Which calendar do Parsis follow?
(a) Lunar
(b) Shehenshahi (✔)
(c) Solar
Answer – (b) Shehenshahi (✔)
3. Which of the following is a ritual in Hindu wedding?
(a) Sangeet
(b) Mehndi
(c) Both (✔)
Answer – (c) Both (✔)
4. Anand Karaj takes place in a-
(a) Mosque
(b) Gurudwara (✔)
(c) Temple
Answer – (b) Gurudwara (✔)
5. The grand Onam feast is called-
(a) Onasadya (✔)
(b) Pookalam
(c) Ravo
Answer – (a) Onasadya (✔)
B. Fill in the blanks:
(Help Box – rebirth, Mahabali, Navratri, culture, Ramadan)
1. The theme of Inter-House Celebration was-The Indian culture.
2. Onam marks the home-coming of King Mahabali.
3. Navratri is considered an auspicious time to start new ventures.
4. Navroz is a symbol of rejuvenation and rebirth.
5. The Quran came into existance during the month of Ramadan.
C. Match the following:
1. Synagogue (c) Fire temple
2. Navratri (d) Dandia
3. Dusshera (b) Effigies
4. Pookalam- (e) Floral rangoli
5. Id-ul-fitr (a) Thanksgiving
D. Answer the following questions:
1. What is the importance of participating in school stage programmes?
Answer – The importance of participating in school programmes are:-
It builds self-confidence.
Showcase skills of student.
Result in excellent leadership skills
2. How is Ganesh Chaturthi celebrated in Maharashtra?
Answer – In Maharastra-
Ganesh clay idols are brought and taken home or Puja Pandal.
People sing prayers.
Prasad and sweet (Modak) are distributed.
Cultural activities are performed.
On the last day idols are taken out in procession for immersion into river or sea.
3. Mention any three important features of Navratri celebration.
Answer – Three features of Navratri celebration are:-
It is celebrated for nine nights-
It is celebrated twice a year.
On eight day girls are worshipped as Durga.
4. How do people of Kerala celebrate the home-coming of their beloved King?
Answer – The home coming of king Mahabali is celebrated in the following ways:-
(i) Devotees offer prayers.
(ii) They wear traditional clothes.
(iii) They draw floral rangoli
(iv) They cook traditional food Onasadya
(v) Snake boat race, tiger dance are performed.
5. “Id-ul-fitr is a day of joy and thanksgiving.” Explain.
Answer – Id-ul-fite is a day of joy and thanksgiving. On this day Muslim display their joy for the health and opportunities of life which Allah has given. In this day elders of family give presents to youngsters.
6. How is Navroz celebrated in India?
Answer – People celebrate Navroz in India in following ways:-
They clean and decorate their home with floral rangoli.
They offer prayers in Synagogue.
They wish “Sal Mubarak’ to each other and exchange gifts.
They prepare special feast.
7. What is the significance of Dusshera?
Answer – Dusshera has a lot of significance like:
i) It marks the triumph of lord Rama over the demon king Ravana.
ii) It also mark the killing of demon Mahisasur by goddess Durga
iii) It symbolises victory of good over evil.
iv) It spreads the message of joy and victory of truth.
VALUE BASED QUESTION:
Festivals are a time of fun, frolic and family get together. Each festival gives us a message. Write down the name and the value that you learn from your favourite festival.
Answer – My favourite festival is Holi. It teaches us:-
To spread happiness.
Oneness and love
Victory of good over evil.
Map Skill
On a political map of India, locate, colour and label the following:
Maharashtra
Gujarat
Tamil Nadu
Karnataka
Kerala
Andhra Pradesh
SOMETHING TO DO
1. Identify the festival:
(a) Beautiful Pookalams are made on the floor. Onam
(b) Young girls are worshipped on ashtami. Navratri
(c) Effigies of Ravana, Meghnada and Kumbhakarana are burnt. Dusshera
(d) Month long fasting during Ramadan. Id-ul-Fitr
2. Survey your neighbourhood and make a list of all the festivals that are celebrated. Find out the delicacies (special dishes) associated with each festival. Which is your favourite festival and special dish?
Answer –
Festivals Dishes
Holi Pua
Rojo Haldi Pitha
Makar Sankranti Tilkut
Pana Sankranti Bel Sharbat
Christmas Cake
Id-ul-Fitr Sewaiyan
3. Solve the word puzzle with the help of the hints:
Hints:
(a) This festival marks the victory of good over evil. DUSSHERA
(b) He presides over the Nikah. QUAZI
(c) It is considered as an auspicious time to start new ventures. NAVRATRI
(d) Whose idols are worshipped during Ganesh Chaturthi? GANAPATI
(e) Id is celebrated during this month. RAMDAN
(F) What is a Muslim wedding known as? NIKAH
(g) A ritual in Hindu wedding. SINDOOR
(h) Where does a Sikh wedding take place? GURUDWARA