B. Very Short Answer Type Questions
- 1. What is parka?
- A parka is a long, heavy jacket with a hood.
- It is usually lined with fur to protect against extreme cold.
- 2. What do you know about Harpoon?
- A harpoon is a long spear-like weapon used for hunting.
- It is attached to a rope and thrown to hunt marine animals like seals and whales.
- 3. Which term is used for motorised sledges?
- The term used is Skidoo (or snowmobile).
- 4. Name the major airport of Greenland.
- The major airport is Kangerlussuaq Airport.
C. Short Answer Type Questions
- 1. What do you know about the location of Greenland island?
- Greenland is located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans.
- It lies east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago and mostly within the Arctic Circle.
- 2. Give a short note on icebergs.
- Icebergs are massive pieces of freshwater ice that break off from glaciers and float in the open ocean.
- Most of their volume remains hidden underwater, making them highly dangerous for ships.
- 3. Write any four points on the people of Greenland.
- The native people of Greenland are primarily Inuit.
- Historically, they depended completely on hunting and fishing for survival.
- They traditionally lived in igloos during winter and tents made of animal skins in summer.
- Modern Greenlanders live in modern houses and have a high standard of living.
- 4. Describe the culture and sports of Greenland island.
- The culture is deeply rooted in Inuit traditions, involving storytelling, drum dancing, and kayak making.
- Popular sports include football (soccer), which is the national sport, alongside winter activities like skiing and dog sledding.
- 5. Compare and contrast the Life of Greenland in the Past with its present.
- In the Past: People led a nomadic life, hunted with harpoons, lived in igloos, and traveled using dog sledges or kayaks.
- In the Present: People live in permanent, modern houses with electricity, hunt with modern rifles, and travel using motorboats and skidoos.
D. Give Reasons
- 1. People live in dome-shaped houses in Greenland.
- Reason: The dome shape of an igloo traps heat inside efficiently, resists strong polar winds, and prevents snow from accumulating on the roof.
- 2. The life style of Eskimos is changing now.
- Reason: This change is due to introduction of modern technology, better healthcare, formal education, and increased connectivity with the rest of the world.