CHAPTER 9 FULL SOLUTION GUIDE
Introduction
India is a country with many types of landforms and climates. Some places have mountains, some have deserts, forests, or seas. In this chapter, “Different Land, Different Lives,” we learn how people live differently depending on where they stay. In this blog, you will find the full chapter solutions along with extra questions to help students understand the topic easily.
BOOK EXERCISE SOLUTION
Exercise 1: Holiday Experience Table
(Sample Answers – students’ answers may vary)
|
Name of friend |
Name of the place |
Type of region |
Something special |
|
Friend 1 |
Shimla |
Mountains |
Snow and pine trees |
|
Friend 2 |
Jaipur |
Desert |
Camels and forts |
|
Friend 3 |
Puri |
Coastal region |
Sea and temples |
|
Friend 4 |
Amritsar |
Plains |
Farms and Golden Temple |
|
My Name |
My hometown |
Plains |
Parks and markets |
Questions:
Q1. Which type of place
do you find interesting?
Ans:
I find mountains interesting because of snow and fresh air.
Q2. What similarities and
differences do you find?
Ans:
- Similarity: All places have people, houses, and food.
- Difference: Climate, clothes, and food are different.
Exercise 2: In the Land of Agriculture (Plains)
Observations:
Q1. What kind of land do
you see?
Ans:
Flat and fertile land (plains).
Q2. List the activities
people are engaged in.
Ans:
- Farming
- Ploughing
- Rearing animals
Q3. Which animals do you
see?
Ans:
Cows and buffaloes.
Q4. What is unique about
their clothing?
Ans:
They wear comfortable clothes suitable for farming.
Food Question:
Name of the food item:
Dal–Rice
Ingredients: Rice, pulses, spices, water
Exercise 3: In the Land of Endless Sand (Desert)
Observations:
Q1. What kind of land do
you see?
Ans:
Sandy and dry land.
Q2. What types of plants
do you see?
Ans:
Cactus and babool.
Q3. Is the dressing style
unique?
Ans:
Yes, people wear colourful and loose clothes.
Q4. How do people travel
in deserts?
Ans:
By camels.
Q5. What do you like the
most?
Ans:
Colourful clothes and camels.
Questions from the text:
Q. Why do you think water
is scarce in deserts?
Ans:
Because there is very little rainfall.
Exercise 4: Folk Dance and Music Table
|
Dance form |
Folk music |
|
Ghoomar |
Rajasthani folk songs |
|
Bhangra |
Punjabi folk music |
|
Lavani |
Maharashtra |
Exercise 5: On the Seashore (Coastal Region)
Observations:
Q1. What activities do
people do?
Ans:
- Fishing
- Boat riding
- Collecting shells
Q2. What trees are found
near the sea?
Ans:
Coconut trees.
Q3. Fun activities on a
beach?
Ans:
Playing in sand, swimming, collecting shells.
Q4. What is special about
coastal clothes?
Ans:
They are light and comfortable.
Exercise 6: Scrapbook Time Table (Chandni)
Ans:
- Morning: Fishing boats
- Afternoon: Boat ride and shopping
- Evening: Sand art and Odissi dance
Exercise 7: Identify Sea Creatures
✔ Sea turtle
✔ Crab
✔ Dolphin
✔ Corals
✔ Seaweed
✔ Starfish
Questions:
Q1. How is coastal life
different from desert life?
Ans:
- Coastal life has water and fishing.
- Desert life has less water and camel travel.
Q2. Why should we keep
beaches clean?
Ans:
To protect sea animals and nature.
Exercise 8: Living with Challenges (Cyclones)
Q1. What are the effects
of cyclones?
Ans:
- Strong winds
- Damage to houses
- Loss of life and trees
Q2. How can people
prepare?
Ans:
- Early warnings
- Safe shelters
- Emergency plans
Exercise 9: In the Mountains
Observations:
Q1. What animals do you
see?
Ans:
Yak and mountain animals.
Q2. How are mountain
clothes different?
Ans:
They are thick and woollen.
Q3. Describe mountain
trees.
Ans:
Tall trees like pine and oak.
Diary-based Questions:
Q1. How does cold climate
affect life?
Ans:
People wear warm clothes and eat hot food.
Q2. Name traditional
clothes of Sikkim.
Ans:
Bakhu, dumdyam, gunyo cholo.
Q3. Why do pine trees
grow in mountains?
Ans:
They can survive cold climate.
Q4. How do yaks survive?
Ans:
Thick fur keeps them warm.
Exercise 10: Mountain Houses & Landslides
Q1. Why are houses wooden
with sloping roofs?
Ans:
To protect from cold and snow.
Q2. Why are landslides
common?
Ans:
Heavy rain and loose soil.
Q3. How can people stay
safe?
Ans:
Avoid risky areas and follow warnings.
Q4. How can communities
help?
Ans:
Food, shelter, and support.
Exercise 11: Compare Landforms Table
|
Category |
Plains |
Desert |
Coastal |
Mountains |
|
Trees |
Mango |
Cactus |
Coconut |
Pine |
|
Animals |
Cow |
Camel |
Fish |
Yak |
|
Houses |
Brick |
Mud |
Strong houses |
Wooden |
|
Clothes |
Light |
Loose |
Cotton |
Woollen |
|
Food |
Wheat |
Dal-bati |
Fish |
Thukpa |
|
Festivals |
Baisakhi |
Desert fairs |
Rath Yatra |
Loosong |
|
Art forms |
Folk dance |
Ghoomar |
Odissi |
Chaam |
Exercise 12: Design Your Own Landform
(a) Why chosen?
Ans: For comfort and beauty.
(b) How does it help?
Ans:
- Mountains give water
- Plains give food
- Sea gives fish
(c) Difficulties?
Ans: Natural disasters and transport problems.
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OTHER QUESTIONS
Discovery of Facts Questions
Q1. Why is the camel
called the ship of the desert?
Ans:
Because it can travel easily on sand and survive with little water.
Q2. What is special about
the Golden Temple?
Ans:
It offers free food (langar) to everyone.
Q3. Name one festival of
Sikkim.
Ans:
Loosong and Namsoong.
Q4. What is a tanka?
Ans:
A water tank used to store water in desert houses.
Q5. What causes cyclones
in coastal areas?
Ans:
Strong winds and storms coming from the sea.
Short Answer Questions
Q1. What food is popular
in Punjab?
Ans:
Makki di roti and sarson da saag.
Q2. Name two desert
plants.
Ans:
Cactus and babool.
Q3. What work do people
do in coastal regions?
Ans:
Fishing.
Q4. What clothes do
people wear in cold mountain areas?
Ans:
Thick woollen clothes.
Q5. What kind of houses
are found in deserts?
Ans:
Mud houses with thatched roofs.
Why and How Type Questions
Q1. Why is water scarce
in deserts?
Ans:
Because deserts receive very little rainfall.
Q2. Why do mountain
houses have sloping roofs?
Ans:
So that snow and rain can slide down easily.
Q3. How do plants survive
in deserts?
Ans:
They store water and need very little water.
Q4. Why should we keep
beaches clean?
Ans:
To protect sea animals and keep the environment safe.
Q5. How do yaks survive
in cold regions?
Ans:
They have thick fur to keep them warm.
Additional Related Questions (Connected to the Chapter)
Q1. How does land affect
food habits of people?
Ans:
People eat food that grows easily in their region.
Q2. How does climate
affect clothing?
Ans:
People wear clothes suitable for hot or cold weather.
Q3. Why do people in
plains do more farming?
Ans:
Because the soil is fertile and flat.
Q4. What problems do
coastal people face?
Ans:
Cyclones and strong winds.
Q5. How do festivals show
local culture?
Ans:
They show food, clothes, dances, and traditions.
Long Answer Questions
Q1. Describe life in a desert region.
Ans:
A desert is a dry place with very little rain. People live in mud houses and
store water in tankas. Plants like cactus grow there. People wear loose and
colourful clothes. Camels are used for travel. Food like dal-bati-churma is
popular.
Q2. Compare life in mountains and plains.
Ans:
Plains have flat land and farming is common. People wear light clothes.
Mountains are cold and people wear woollen clothes. Houses in mountains have
sloping roofs. Animals like yak live in mountains, while cows live in plains.
Q3. Explain life in coastal regions.
Ans:
Coastal regions are near the sea. People do fishing and travel by boats.
Coconut trees grow there. People eat fish and rice. Cyclones are common, so
people must be careful.
Q4. How do different landforms affect people’s lives?
Ans:
Landforms affect food, clothes, houses, and work. People adjust their lives
according to land and climate.
Conclusion
This chapter helps us understand how land and climate affect people’s homes, clothes, food, and work. Even though people live in different ways, we are all connected. “Different Land, Different Lives” teaches us to respect every culture and lifestyle. We hope these notes and questions help students learn with interest and confidence.
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BY :- SSR
CLASS 4TH
